Camp Half-Pod: A Percy Jackson Podcast

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Just two demigods who love Percy Jackson. Join Erin and Manasa as we dive into the canon of the Percy Jackson universe, a few chapters at a time. We'll be going through not only Percy Jackson and the Olympians, but also Heroes of Olympus, Trials of Apollo, and the companion books. Get ready for lots of speculating and dorky jokes!

Camp Half-Pod


    • Jun 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 185 EPISODES

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    I am absolutely in love with The Camp Half-Pod: A Percy Jackson Podcast! From the moment I started listening, I was hooked. This podcast is not only hilarious and relatable but also incredibly fun to listen to. It captures the essence of the Percy Jackson series perfectly and brings it to life in an entertaining way. The hosts truly have a great chemistry that shines through in every episode.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its humor. The hosts have a fantastic knack for making me laugh out loud with their witty commentary and funny anecdotes. They have a great sense of comedic timing and know how to keep the energy up throughout each episode. Their jokes never fail to put a smile on my face, even during the most intense moments of the series.

    Another great aspect of The Camp Half-Pod is how relatable it is. The hosts really understand what it's like to be a fan of Percy Jackson and they provide a space where listeners can feel understood and validated in their love for the series. They discuss topics that resonate with fans, such as favorite characters, plot twists, and emotional moments. It's like having a conversation with friends who share your passion for these books.

    However, there is one aspect of this podcast that I would change - the hate towards Jason Grace. While it's understandable that some fans may not resonate with his character, I believe there should be room for different opinions and perspectives. Additionally, I think it would be beneficial if they showed more empathy towards Nico di Angelo instead of dismissing his struggles as being fine just because he is younger than Percy.

    In conclusion, The Camp Half-Pod: A Percy Jackson Podcast is an incredible podcast that I would highly recommend to anyone who loves Percy Jackson. It offers a perfect blend of humor, relatability, and insightful discussions about the series. Despite some minor flaws regarding certain characters' treatments, this podcast remains an absolute gem for fans. The hosts' authenticity and lively personalities make each episode a joy to listen to, and they have inspired me to consider starting my own podcast. I also appreciate how they provide a glimpse into the beautiful city of Seattle, which has piqued my interest in visiting. Living all the way in Georgia, this podcast has become a beloved companion on my Percy Jackson journey.



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    170: There Are Two Giraffes Inside You (HAMMER OF THOR Ch 25-30)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 50:48


    Magnus and Hearth have a run-in with a fish dwarf (and possibly commits ecoterrorism). We learn about the inspiration for the Ring of Power in Lord of the Rings. Erin talks about dream journaling. Magnus and Hearth bring Mr. Alderman the treasure, and he goes crazy with power and possibly becomes a dragon. The retrieve the stone and leave Alfheim to meet up with Sam and Amir, where Sam nearly breaks Amir's brain exposing him to the world of norse mythology. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod⁠

    169: Not Nice! (HAMMER OF THOR Ch 19-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 57:17


    It may be episode 169 (nice), but the topics of these chapters are distinctively Not Nice! They're actually quite sad! Sam flies a plane (notably, without a license, which stresses Erin out) to drop Hearth, Magnus, and Stone Blitz off in Alfheim, to see a guy about a hot stone. The guy with the hot stone is unfortunately Hearth's abusive father. We hate Mr. Alderman. He would probably be into the Alpha Male culture if he was a human. We get to learn a lot about elf culture and society, and get a glimpse into Hearth's not-so-nice childhood. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    168: We Fixate On The Hot Sword (HAMMER OF THOR Ch 13-18)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 50:48


    Fresh off an hour-long yap session, we are ready to yap further about Magnus Chase. Magnus and Sam meet up with Hearth and Blitz, and traverse into the Wight's Barrow. The mummies are very democratic. The Skofnung Sword is hot, and also afraid of women, apparently. Can Jack see? How does he know the sword is hot? Also why are the swords gendered? Rick, we have questions. Erin talks about her trip to Iceland multiple times. Magnus battles a bunch of undead mummies and then Loki and Randolph show up. Blitz almost dies and in order to save him, they must go to Hearth's childhood (or, according to Manasa, biological) home and face his trauma. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    167: How Tough Are Ya? (HAMMER OF THOR Ch 7-12)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 53:33


    It's time to fight a giant worm! And also get to know Alex better! We discuss the merits of being an introvert vs. an extrovert. Is Magnus more extroverted or introverted? What about Percy? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Erin thinks lindworms sound kind of cute. They'd definitely get into the Salt Spitoon. Alex murders Magnus (they're off to a fantastic start). Magnus has some weird dreams, and learns about an impending wedding that's about to mess up Sam's life. Jack can fly people around like a broom now (Manasa hates this). We get to see Alex's badass death, which is nothing like Magnus's from last book. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    166: The Return of Otis (HAMMER OF THOR Ch 1-6)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 48:59


    We're back, baby! Starting off book 2 of the Magnus Chase series with the return, and consequent murder, of our favorite goat, Otis. Manasa brings up Hoodwinked this time. Magnus has a wild chase with a goat killer. Jack is really into pop music now and has had a lot of personality development. Jack is now Manasa's enemy. We get to meet Alex Fierro, a character we have long-anticipated, and see her in weasel form. Magnus is yearning immediately. Erin suggests watching both Hoodwinked and the Spongebob Movie for research purposes. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    165: Odin, Undercover Boss (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 67-72)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 61:58


    We are finally finishing this book! Magnus gets to meet his dad, who sounds hot. We get the big reveal of this book -- X is actually Odin, and was this whole time. Manasa doesn't like this plotline. She also got X confused with Halfborn for half of this book. Erin sees herself in Odin's love for a good PowerPoint. He walks us through the prophecy line by line (probably with crappy PowerPoint animation). Magnus meets up with Annabeth again, and then the book ends on quite the cliffhanger, where we see Randolph and Loki scheming. We discuss our overall thoughts on this book (hint: they're positive!) and wrap up with some final thunder bolt questions for Sword of Summer. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    164: This Podcast is Still Anti-Luke (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 61-66)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 50:50


    Sorry to our Luke lovers about the title -- if anyone can change our minds, it will be Charlie Bushnell! This week, Magnus is finally facing off with Fenris, The Wolf. We create a new character, Fernis, the nerdy brother of Fenris. Erin and Manasa decide they like The Wolf. He's very funny. He has pizzazz. We meet up with the floormates, and Gunilla dies. We're not all that sad about it. We compare Gunilla to Luke, even though they're not the same character at all. Also, we make fun of Blitz's chainmail ascot. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    163: Two Otises with a Podcast (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 55-60)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 50:58


    This week, we come to the unfortunate realization that we are Otis and Marvin. Or perhaps we are just both Otis. The jury is still out. Erin brings up giant welfare in Ella Enchanted. We both think Magnus is actually in the wrong because he killed all three of Geirod's daughters. We both hate on Gunilla. Then we meet Hel briefly, who gives Magnus a difficult choice. Then they find some dwarves to sail them to the island of Fenris wolf. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    162: The One Where Loki Gives Birth To A Horse (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 49-53)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 58:29


    Today is Manasa's birthday episode --- wooohooo! We start off the birthday episode with a made-up fan story about the notorious Mrs. Gibson the serpent. Then we discuss the great Chris debate. We get to meet Thor, who is a bit of a himbo. Jack defeats a giant by going up it's nose. Manasa gives us a deep dive on Sleipner, the horse with 8 legs. Erin argues that self-driving cars are actually our attempt as a culture to get back to horse riding. Magnus and friends agree to help Thor look for his hammer at Geirrod's home. Then they murder his daughters!! We end by discussing popular 2015 TV shows. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    161: Of Course The Sword Can Talk (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 45-50)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 53:14


    We start off this week by discussing a fan-made Norse godly parent quiz (link below!) and having some deep self analysis. Then Blitz has a crafting contest and wins, thanks to Sam's animorphing powers. The gang escapes the angry dwarves, and in the process, they discover that the Sword of Summer can talk! We have PTSD because of the Arrow of Dodona. Erin proposes a theory about Rick's fixation on speaking objects in 2015. Magnus gets to see Loki again via dream, and then we meet our new favorite character, Otis the goat. Otis is the GOAT. They head to find Thor and figure out where Fenris wolf is. Viktoria's quiz: https://uquiz.com/CTb68e SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    160: Taylor Swift's Dwarf Era (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 39-44)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 56:00


    We are running out of references, folks. Somehow we bring up Spongebob, Lord of the Rings, Taylor Swift, Rudolph, Jimmy Neutron, and Stardew Valley, all in one episode. Magnus and friends navigate the world tree and face the giant squirrel. They end up in Folkvanger, and meet Freya, Blitz's mom. Magnus lowkey has a crush on his aunt, but we aren't going to think about that too much. They get what they need for their quest, and finally get to Nidavellir, where all the dwarves hangout. Apparently, dwarves love Taylor Swift. Blitz finds himself entered into a crafting contest to save the world against his arch-enemy, a dwarf named Junior. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    159: F Is For Failure! (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 33-38)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 51:17


    This week, Magnus and pals set sail with a strange man named Harold to see a goddess about a sword. Rick pulls his favorite trick to get two characters alone to bond. Rick also attempts to teach us about diversity. We meet Ran and get the Sword of Summer (which has yet to begin speaking). We find out who Big Boy is, and deep dive a little on Utgard-Loki. Erin talks about her Sims-induced psychosis. Then Magnus, Sam, Hearth, and Blitz find a way to the World Tree through some cute lil duck statues!SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠⁠MERCH: ⁠⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    158: A Little Mischief Makes A Girl Feel Alive ft. Demigod Debut (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 25-32)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 66:22


    This week we are joined by repeat guest, Mal from Demigod Debut podcast (@demigoddebutpod)! We discuss childhood shows and Mal's brother's Wiggles T-Shirt. Magnus has to face his dead body (which subsequently makes us bring up The Haunting of Hill House for the 5000th time). Annabeth finds Magnus at his own funeral. If she had a nickel for every time she's attended a funeral where the dead person shows up, she'd have two nickels... Magnus then makes a deal with Mirmir, and then gets his falafel stolen by an eagle. Mal helps us out with the timeline. Much like Rick, we do not understand the timeline of this universe. Manasa reveals her Boggle-related trauma. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true⁠SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod⁠SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: ⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD: ⁠https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr⁠MERCH: ⁠https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    157: We Meet THE Squirrel (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 19-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 57:09


    Magnus dies for the second time in this book on the battlefield, and has then has his second encounter with Loki. Manasa might actually be a child of Loki, based on her penchant for mischief. Magnus gets a tour of Hotel Valhalla from Gunilla, who we don't like. Blitz and Hearth show up to rescue Magnus and take him back to the human world, but they must hurry! Or else The Squirrel will get them! Magnus gets back to the mortal world, and heads in the direction of his own funeral. Manasa and Erin both spiral out about attending their own funeral.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=trueSUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpodSEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/CamphalfpodJOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgrMERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    156: Is Valhalla A Cult? (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 13-18)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 60:44


    Magnus learns all about Valhalla this week. We reveal just how late in life we learned that Davey Crockett and Leif Erikson were real people. We deep dive on the Norns, and compare them to the Fates in Greek mythology. Sam, who we have already grown attached to, is removed from the Valkyries. Magnus gets to know his floormates more and then prepares for battle.SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=trueSUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpodSEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/CamphalfpodJOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgrMERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    155: Milk Comes Back To Haunt Us (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 7-12)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 58:04


    It's time for Magnus to die -- yay! Magnus dies heroically (or not so heroically, depending on who you ask...) and wakes up in a magical afterlife hotel. We meet a whole new cast of characters and deep dive into Norse Mythology. The Nanny Goat breaks our brains a bit. Is it mead? Or is it actually yogurt? Asking the important questions. Magnus meets Sam, who is already a favorite of ours, and learns about Hotel Valhalla. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    154: Y'all Were Right About Magnus Chase (SWORD OF SUMMER Ch 1-6)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 48:03


    We are thrilled to be back and finally starting Magnus Chase! We hope this episode can bring you some joy amidst whatever is going on in your life/the world/etc. We admit it -- we didn't believe all of you about Magnus Chase. But these books are GOOD. We meet our hero, Magnus and get to see our fav, Annabeth Chase. We learn a bit about Norse mythology (something neither of us knew much about) and then watch Magnus get kidnapped by his crazy uncle to save a rusty sword. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod

    BONUS: At Least We Suffered Together (Discussion of BLOOD OF HERCULES, a Non-PJO 18+ Episode!!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 99:21


    CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we are discussing the adult novel, Blood of Hercules, after it went viral on PJO/mythology twitter. This book contains mature adult sexual themes, so if you are a younger listener or are uncomfortable with said themes, this episode is not for you (and we'll see you when we do Magnus Chase!) BLOOD OF HERCULES by Jasmine Mas went viral on Twitter. We're discussing what it's about, using our Greek myth expertise. We...did not like this book. At all. Topics in this book somehow include math fanfiction, forced marriage, a misogynistic talking snake, and being so hot four different men fall in love with you. We're breaking down everything that happens in this book so you don't have to read it. You're welcome! We suffered together but indeed had lots of fun. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    153: Wrath Wrap Up + Mailbag (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 37-39)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 58:38


    Hecate arrives home, and Percy tells her everything that happened. She doesn't punish him because he brought her a new puppy (fair enough). Percy convinces Hecate to reopen her magic school, much to Eudora's excitement. Annabeth, Juniper, and Grover join the Jackson-Blofis household for dinner and they have a nice heartwarming ending. Juniper says people who move away don't leave us, they're just spreading their branches. Sending love to all of you lovely friends who are near and far away!Then, we discuss our overall thoughts on this book, read some emails, and play some audio messages. Make sure to stay for the end to hear what we plan to do next! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    152: Someone Was Finally Milked ft. Ishanie (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 33-36)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 59:14


    We are joined once again by friend of the podcast, Ishanie, to talk about some of the final chapters of this book! The fight with Peter and his ghosts is in full swing. The eels save the day, and somehow, milk is brought up. Again. We realize Peter is probably in Elysium (it's rigged!). Once again, we get confused by the timeline and by the references to so many modern pop culture moments. Percy throws a rager at Hecate's house. Camp Half-Pod does NOT endorse demigod children doing drugs. For legal purposes everything we have ever said is actually a bit we're doing!!! Don't cancel us!!! Percy and Annabeth have a super sweet heart-to-heart. We love our emotional support couple! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    151: We Learn Some New York City History (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 29-32)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 53:13


    Finally, we learn the truth about Sally. It's not as exciting as we were theorizing. Turns out, Sally met Hecate before, when she was a child! Percy gets some more background on the magic school from his mom and from his school counselor, and we learn that apparently the end of magic school was linked to WW1? Also, we decide that magic school is for the girlies. Percy, Annabeth, Grover, and the pets summon some ghosts. We have no clue who Peter Stuyvesant is, but we learn. Listeners, please tell us, did you know of this guy? Are we just forgetting everything from high school history class? They summon Peter, who sucked as a person, and take the ghosts back to the mansion. Things, of course, don't go to plan! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    150: They Didn't Hunt Witches, They Hunted Women (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 25-28)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 59:06


    It's been a rough week, y'all. Here is a podcast episode to hopefully bring some joy to your lives. Percy, Annabeth, and Grover get hit with beast breath, and turn into strange animal hybrids. Percy bonds with Gale and learns her backstory, which prompts Erin to do a deep dive on witch-hunting in Ancient Greece. Manasa finds a disturbing owl-human hybrid image on Google and shares it with all of us to curse our brains. Gale and Percy create a cure, and thankfully, it works and restores everyone to normal. The pets all make it back home safe, but the home is still crumbling. Percy decides it's time to finally ask Sally what she knows about Grammercy Park. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod Funds from this episode's ads will be donated to abortion funds in the US in light of the recent election. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    149: The Milk Was A Metaphor (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 21-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 53:40


    Manasa attempts to redeem herself post-milk debacle. She stands by her original theory. We discuss how this book sounds a lot younger in tone, and in themes. Percy and Grover continue their search for Gale throughout perfume departments, and Annabeth arrives to help them out and provide the brain cell. They find Gale, who is being metaphorically milked for knowledge, and fight some naiads to try and save Gale. We discuss if it's cool to yell out your move before executing it. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    148: Got Milk? (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 17-20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 55:55


    We are very sleep deprived in this one, so topics somehow include the recession, the U.S. education system, and...milk? After getting Hecuba home, Percy, Annabeth, and Grover turn to finding Gale. We learn some more about Hecate's magic school and Sally's potential connection to it. Percy and Grover have a nice bonding moment, and Grover almost dies via squirrels. They go on the hunt for Gale in perfume stores. Manasa thinks they're literally milking Gale. Milk is now triggering for Manasa after this episode. If you're reading this, please comment milk on this episode to further harass her! Also make sure you stay for the last 5 minutes of this one. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    147: Timeline? What Timeline? (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 13-16)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 53:50


    We start off this episode by being really confused about the timeline, thanks to some great points from listeners re: Percy's comments about Leo. Rick definitely doesn't know his own timeline. In these chapters, the gang is on the hunt for Hecuba this week, who is having a grand old time terrorizing Greek businesses. They fight undead warriors and Percy somehow travels through space and time to Troy. There's a really sweet conversation about grief and loss with Hecuba. She's forming a blended family with Nope. Also, there are three pee counts in this episode! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    146: Godsdammit, Grover (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 9-12)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 57:52


    Grover... you've really done it this time. We return to our roots, aka, making fun of Grover. Also Erin has a new microphone and it becomes her whole personality. Grover explodes the house because he has no self control, and the pets escape. If Manasa was Percy, she'd have to go on a lot of walks. Mrs. O'Leary shows up (we all missed her very much) and Percy randomly adopts a puppy. Then, for some reason, Chiron is at Percy's school. Also, Percy still has to go to school. We ask the important questions: is Chiron poor? Is camp poor? Is Chiron still a zaddy? SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    145: The Sex Lives of Weasels Part II (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 5-8)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 54:25


    Today's episode is all about pet ownership. Percy, Annabeth, and Grover enter their domestic pet-sitting era at Hecate's mansion, and last almost a whole day before chaos breaks out. Erin thinks that Hecate is actually a very good dog (and polecat) mom. The trio learns that walking a polecat and a hellhound is not for the faint of heart. Manasa deep dives on Hecate, Hecuba, and Gale, and we get a refresher on the iconic myth of Gale and the sex lives of weasels (sorry, polecats!). Percy comes back to the mansion after school to find that it's a mess. Let the shenanigans begin... SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    Episode 144: Pumpkin Spice Percy (WRATH OF THE TRIPLE GODDESS Ch 1-4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 58:21


    WE'RE BAAAAAACK! This week we're talking all things Wrath of the Triple Goddess, but first, we have some yapping to do. We discuss all the new casting announcements for the show, and the TSATS sequel. Erin and Manasa realize they are Mark and Rick. Then we dive into the chapters and learn the Percy is a fall girlie. Is Annabeth a natural people person? WTF is a pumpkin spice burrito?? Why does Rick make so many pee jokes? And what kind of novels is Sally writing?? We're asking all the important questions here. We wrap up by checking in on our bingos!! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    BONUS: We Predict The Plot of "Wrath of the Triple Goddess"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 45:33


    This week, we're predicting the plot of Wrath of the Triple Goddess (out September 23, 2024!!!). But of course, we can't do things normally, because we're Camp Half-Pod. We turn our predictions into a competitive BINGO game, and you can play along and make your own BINGO sheet if you want! This is the free BINGO generator we used: https://myfreebingocards.com/bingo-card-generator
We then wrap up the episode with some more audio messages and a discussion of what's next. Love you all!SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod
 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    143: Sponsored By Sea-Mobile (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 31-35)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 53:06


    We are finally caught up on all PJO-universe books! Round of applause for Camp Half-Pod. This week, we are discussing the final chapters of Chalice of the Gods. Percy completes his quest, and we learn what clotted cream is (it's a big day for all of us). The book wraps up nicely with some Sally, Paul, and Annabeth time. We wonder how Poseidon calls Percy. It reminds us of The Horse (RIP). We give our final thoughts on this book, read some theories and questions you all have sent us, and then talk about what's next for Camp Half-Pod! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    142: All Roads Lead Back To Zeus ft. Ishanie (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 25-30)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 65:34


    This week we are joined by our friend Ishanie! Ishanie, long time Percy Jackson fan and person who knew us in high school, gets to hear us get low key emotional about growing old. Percy faces Geras, the god of old age (our predictions were right!!). We come down firmly against loin cloths. Manasa wishes Geras wore a cute old man sweater. Erin reads multiple passages from the book because these chapters are deep. Percy gives old age a nice hug, and then heads up to Olympus to help out our guy Ganymede. We all are very offended by Percy's take on brunch. Thanks to Ishanie for joining us!! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    141: Snakes Canonically Love Rainbows (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 19-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 47:51


    This one starts off strong, with Percy enchanting a bunch of snakes with a rainbow (the snakes say gay rights!). They complete their quest for Iris, and in exchange learn about a mysterious Gary (not the snail), who has likely stolen the cup. Percy gives relationship advice to Grover. Erin still thinks Grover is a bad boyfriend. Sally announces her pregnancy to Percy, and we come down hard against gender reveals. Percy makes sure we all know that he is a Good and Responsible Boy. He's also not very good at research. We make some strong predictions at the end of this episode, and it will be embarrassing if we're wrong. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    140: Swimmy Jackson and the Stolen Cup ft. Demigod Debut Podcast (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 13-18)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 60:50


    This week we are joined by our new friend Mal from Demigod Debut Podcast to talk all about The River Elisson and Yonkers. Mal confesses to crimes almost immediately. Erin thinks Grover is a bad boyfriend again. What was the point of Blanche? We're not sure. Mal, a New York resident, gives us some context on Yonkers. We give Percy a new name. He is now known as Swimmy. Percy cleans a river, Annabeth gives a god some therapy, and Grover sings snake songs. Make sure to give Demigod Debut a follow @demigoddebutpod! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    139: My Godly Parent Is Lettuce (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 7-12)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 46:27


    Did you know there is deep lore about Hebe and lettuce? Well, you do now! Tune in to learn about how lettuce might be Hebe's real dad. Also, Percy, Annabeth, and Grover fight some chickens as 8 year olds (classic shenanigans). We get some insight on a normal demigod week. We lament growing older and sound like we're pushing 60 despite not even being 30. We make some predictions for the next few chapters and then discuss fountain drinks. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    138: We Found God In This Hebe Jeebies (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 1-6)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 56:55


    We are so excited to start Chalice of the Gods with you all and get back to reading about Percy, Annabeth, and Grover! We start off with chapters 1-6, and celebrate the return of first person Percy. There are some real sweet Percabeth moments in these first few chapters. Also, Sally Jackson. Percy embarks on his new quest, with the help of his besties. Manasa deep dives on Ganymede, the original twink, and we revisit our time at Rick's book tour for this book. We finish up by discussing PowerPuff Girls and candy. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    BONUS: We Try To Survive Tartarus (and you can too!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 53:53


    It is time for our long awaited bonus episode - that's right, we're going to put Erin through Tartarus. Thanks to Manasa's coding and Sammie's video editing, we are bringing you this brand new Camp Half-Pod VIDEO experience!! If you are listening on Spotify, we definitely recommend watching the video. If you are listening elsewhere, never fear! The video will be uploaded to YouTube here: https://youtu.be/smU9ABkStCk. If you want to try out the quiz spoiler-free, we recommend taking that before listening to the video. If you don't care about the spoilers, you're welcome to take it at any time. TAKE THE QUIZ HERE: https://tartarusproject.azurewebsites.net After the Tartarus experience, we wrap up with Lightning bolt questions from listeners, audio messages, and emails. Be sure to stick around for that! If you liked this episode, it took a lot of work, please consider donating on a one-time basis to our Ko-Fi, or a regular basis to our Patreon. All the links are below! PS — if you've been following along on Instagram, you'll know the saga of this, but we had some audio issues. Please excuse any choppiness, & how loud Erin's laughing sounds lol SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    137: It's Not A Phase, Mom (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 45-51)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 61:13


    Camp Half-Pod completes another book! We are wrapping up The Sun and The Star this week with the final chapters. Nico realizes that he can leave behind his trauma baby demons. They defeat Nyx with the help of Nyx's own children. Bob gets to see the sky again! The cacodemons are rebranded as the Cocoa Puffs, which Manasa low-key hates and Erin loves. Nico and Will get back to camp and we have a very classic Riordan ending. We then give our overall thoughts on this book, aka repeating all the points we've been making along the way and yapping a lot. Then we hear some fun audio messages from you all! Thanks for joining us for another book! ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    136: Nico Becomes A Father? (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 39-44)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 50:16


    We lose our minds a bit in this one. Nico and Will finally reach Nyx's house! It's made of bugs! Manasa accuses Nyx of being poor and boring, and not able to afford real walls. Manasa also projects onto Dr. Thorn this week, in a turn of events nobody saw coming. Bob is being kept in a Bob Pod in the Bug House. Is Nico the star? Or is he actually the sun? And isn't the sun a star anyways? Oh! And Nico becomes a father in this episode! He adopts his trauma. Somebody who wrote this book has been to therapy (and it's not Rick). Have fun listening to us lose our minds a bit! As usual! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    135: Attack of the Mega Antelope ft. TheDamMemePage (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 33-38)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 55:43


    We are joined once again by repeat guest Robert of TheDamMemePage to discuss chapters 33-38! Will fights off evil dogs while Nico befriends a mania. We see some returning characters (Small!! Bob!!) and locations (Tartarus Shrek's Swamp). Nico and Will continue to have relationship problems. Manasa has to put the book down when we meet Carl and Bartholomew. Are antelopes aggressive? Find out here on Camp Half-Pod. Robert asks us an alarmingly depressing lightning bolt question. Erin wonders if she herself is a mania. Be sure to follow Robert @TheDamMemePage! ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    134: World's Worst River Rapid Ride (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 25-32)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 51:46


    Nico and Will finally make it to Tartarus! Erin uses the word penchant. It triggers Manasa. We spend a while insulting Nyx and her methods. Gorgyra gives Will and Nico couples therapy. They still need more couples therapy tbh. Nico and Will make the fall via the river of pain, and land amongst bones and acid rain. Will tries to help while Nico takes a nap, but instead gets taken captive by evil birds. Also! If you want to read Erin's book! All the info is here: https://www.ooliganpress.com/product/laurel-everywhere-by-erin-moynihan/ ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    133: Nyx Brings Back Galaxy Pants (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 17-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 53:13


    It's time to learn all about Nico's experience in Tartarus, the first time. We miss the dumb giants from Gaea's army. Nyx has a lot of babies, including hordes of children, which is fun. Manasa accuses Erin of being a Nico. The timeline in this book is confusing, ngl. We spend a long time discussing it. We meet a gay farmer demon (slay). Then Will meets Persephone, who is incredibly hot. ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    132: Even Care Bears Have Enemies (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 9-16)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 47:53


    Nico and Will are heading deep into the underworld. We are heading deep into Care Bear lore. We're introduced to Epiales, the nightmare demon, and then get to see our favorite not-frogs, the Troglodytes! Manasa gives us some history on Care Bears. Erin reveals her personal Care Bear lore. Editor Sammie makes a cameo to correct said Care Bear lore. Will and Nico eat shoe lace soup. We discuss mud pie. ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SUPPORT US ON KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    131: Nobody Understands Nico (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 1-8)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 51:45


    We're baaaaaack! By popular demand, we are reading The Sun and The Star. We catch up on our break from podcasting, and then dive into discussing our favorite emo boy and his sunshine boyfriend. Topics include Star Wars villains, literary structure, Sally Jackson, and trauma. Nico's culture is not your costume. ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr MERCH: https://www.zazzle.com/store/camphalfpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    130: PJO TV Overall Review, Documentary Discussion, + What's Next

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 68:39


    We are so excited to wrap up this series (and this season of Camp Half-Pod!)! We start off with an overall discussion of some favorite moments from the series, and then give our own personal rankings for each episode. We talk about the documentary on Disney+ and then crown our winners of our Season Superlatives. We wrap up this episode by reading some emails and listening to the nicest audio messages ever. You all are truly a blessing, thank you so much for listening and for dealing with all our absurd takes! If you loved this season and you're interested in supporting us on a one-time basis, please consider donating to our Ko-Fi here: https://ko-fi.com/camphalfpod ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    129: Episode 8, “The Prophecy Comes True”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 64:29


    It's the final episode of the Disney+ Percy Jackson adaptation, “The Prophecy Comes True.” Cue the tears! The iconic battle between Ares and Percy comes to life on the screen (that giant wave? SO cool). Percy goes to Olympus, and we get to meet Zeus and Poseidon. Percy returns to camp, only to be betrayed by the real lightning thief. We spend a long time talking about portal swords. Percy reunites with Sally, and Gabe gets what he deserves. Thank you both new & old listeners for joining us on our watch-along, we're saving our final thoughts on the season as a whole for our next episode! Be sure to vote in season superlatives on Instagram, and stay tuned for our next episode coming mid-February. Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. // Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon!————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    128: Episode 7, “We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 70:00


    This week, we're going down below to the Underworld in episode 7 of the Disney + PJO adaptation, “We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of.” Percy and gang heads down to the Underworld, and we nerd out about the design choices (upside down castle?? How COOL is that???). Erin teaches Manasa the word “stalactite.” We spend a long time talking about the implications of this version of asphodel. And also…. What the heck is Annabeth's regret? Hades is introduced, and he's honestly kind of a dork. Percy makes the ultimate choice to be a hero, and leaves behind his mother. Speaking of Sally, we spend about half this episode gushing over her and the flashback scenes. Then Manasa ends us off with a really lighthearted fun Lightning bolt question about regret! Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. // Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon!————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    127: Episode 6, “We Take A Zebra To Vegas”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 54:05


    VEGAS, BABY!!! This week is all about episode 6 of the Disney+ adaptation, “We Take A Zebra To Vegas.” Erin vows to make as many Hamilton references as she can in honor of Lin Manuel Miranda. The trio makes it to the Lotus Casino and Grover loses the plot pretty quickly. We meet Hermes for the first time, and get some fun insights on parenting from him. Our new favorite scene is the parking garage scene. It lives in our minds rent free. We gush over how adorable the trio is and how fantastic their bond is. They make it to Santa Monica, only to be let down by Poseidon. Erin decides that Manasa needs to stop letting her speak. Includes behind-the-scenes interview audio clips from Dan Henna (Production Design) and Tish Monaghan (Costume Design). Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. // Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon!————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    126: Episode 5, “A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 70:06


    It's tiiiiiiime! We're talking all about episode 5 of the Disney+ adaptation, “A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers.” We recorded this at 10pm so start off by apologizing for probably getting things wrong. We meet two gods in this episode — Ares and Hephaestus. It's packed full of Percabeth moments, with the Tunnel of Love and a brand new scene involving a golden throne. We discuss the changes and theorize about why some of them were made. Includes behind-the-scenes interview audio clips from Eric Henry and Jeff White (VFX Supervisors)! Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. // Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon!————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    125: Episode 4, “I Plunge To My Death” ft. Mike Schubert

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 73:57


    This week we are joined by The Newest Olympian's very own, Mike Schubert, to discuss episode 4 of the Disney+ adaptation, “I Plunge To My Death.” We dive DEEP into discussion about monstrosity, and how this show is honing in on the theme of who is/isn't a monster. Kronos is theatrical, as always. Echidna is a Karen chihuahua mom. We talk about all the changes made to the St Louis arch scene, and how they almost had us with Percy's little sword switcheroo. Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. If you want to take the godly parent quiz mentioned in this episode, find it here: https://uquiz.com/quiz/Og9a1f/who-is-your-godly-parent // You can find Mike's podcast, The Newest Olympian, on all podcasting platforms! Find out more at: www.thenewestolympian.com ————————————————————— Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    124: Episode 3, “We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 66:11


    This week, we're discussing episode 3 of the Disney+ adaptation, “We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium.” It's Medusa time!!! Our iconic trio sets off on a quest, complete with trials and tribulations, such as disagreements over the voting system, fury (not furry) attacks, and Grover singing! We discuss IN DEPTH the changes made to Medusa's character and the way this show lends itself to conversations about monstrosity and what/who we consider monsters. Includes behind-the-scenes interview audio clips from Jon Steinberg (Show Runner) and Tish Monaghan (Costume Designer). Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. // Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon!————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

    123: Episode 2, “I Become Supreme Lord of the Bathroom”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 52:22


    We're talking all about episode 2 of the Disney+ adaptation, “I Become Supreme Lord of the Bathroom.” We get to see Camp Half-Blood come to life, and meet a lot of iconic characters, like Mr. D, Annabeth, Clarisse, and Luke. We discuss changes made from the book, and whether or not these changes work for us. Includes behind-the-scenes interview audio clips from Eric White (VFX Supervisor) and Tish Monaghan (Costume Designer). Please note: episodes contain spoilers from the PJO book series. // Want to read our old outlines along with us? Join our patreon!————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/camphalfpod?fan_landing=true SEND US AN AUDIO MESSAGE: https://www.speakpipe.com/Camphalfpod JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gzHYsUbdgr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/camp-half-pod/support

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