Damsels in Dialogue

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. For our penultimate episode of the season we snap into West Side of Manhattan. Join us as we discuss a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions and it's two leading women, Maria and Anita. This powerful tale puts its own spin on the star crossed lovers tale and shines a light on a portian of America's violent past prejudice which sadly feels just as relevent in our world today.  *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. This episode we find ourselves in the midst of a union battle for a raise at the Sleep Tight pajama factory. Join us for discussions about the development of musical comedy "The Pajama Game" and the romance between the head of the grievance commity, Babe, and the new factory supervisor along with the women that make up the factory line. We see that seven and a half cents may not be a hell of a lot but it sure can complicate matters of the heart.  *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. We travel to Hollywood in the 1920s transitions from silent film to talkies in what has been voted the best movie musical of all time, "Singin' in the Rain." Join us for a peek into the development of the beloved film that shot Debbie Reynolds to stardom as Kathy Seldon. Though this golden age musical is full of iconic moments, dances, and perfomers, we find out that with those moments come a history of not so glorious feelings on set.  *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. This episode we find ourselves in the pages of a fairytale adaptation composed by Mary Rodgers and starring a zany cast of characters in the cult classic "Once Upon a Mattress." Join us for discussions about the development of this musical turned multiple TV adaptations and launching the career of the amazing comic Carol Brunett who has starred multiple times as the lead Winnifred and in the latest silver screen release as Queen Aggravain. Fall "in love with a gril named Fred" and see how pesky a pea can be. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. The second in a two part series, this episode we go where the hills are alive and discuss how to solve a problem like Maria in Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Sound of Music." Join us as we deep dive into the origins and development of the Broadway and Hollywood hit along with a dive into the lead female protagonist who brings music and love back into the Von Trapp household.  *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. The first in a two part series, this episode we go where the hills are alive and discuss the origins of the two supporting women in Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Sound of Music." Join us as we deep dive into the would be step mother, Baroness Elsa Shraeder and the eldest daughter Liesl Von Trapp. Broadway and Hollywood hit musical was the final collaboration of the famous songwriting duo and we find out just how much care they gave to every character in the show. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. This episode we travel on a transatlantic cruise with two girls from Little Rock. Join us for discussions about the development of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes from the original novel of the same title by Anita Loos, to the Broadway musical, to the iconic Hollywood movie starring Jane Russel and Marilyn Monroe. Let's see if diamond's are in fact a girls best friend. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. We travel behind the scenes of the opening of a new musical, "Kiss Me Kate." Join us for discussions about the development of this Cole Porter musical from Shakespeare to a witnessed argument backstage and the two leading ladies, Lilli Vanessi and Louis Lane. It's all wundebar! *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. We travel to London this week in Lerner and Loewe's "My Fair Lady." Join us for discussions about the development of the musical from the original myth, to the George Bernard Shaw play, to Shaw screenplay, to Broadway, and then Hollywood. Eliza Doolittle has fascinated audiences with her transformation for over a century and we analyze how her story morphed and impacted audiences then and now. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. We travel to Runyonland this week in Frank Loesser's "Guys and Dolls." Miss Sarah Brown finds herself in the middle of a bet and Miss Adelaide tries desperately to get rid of her cold and finally get married. Join us for discussions about the development of the musical from its original short stories and see if our hosts found these female protagonists to be silly archetypes or well rounded and devloped characters.  *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the female protagonists in Golden Age Musicals. We begin this season by traveling to Pine Tree Vermont and discussing the iconic Hollywood classice White Christmas. Betty and Judy Haynes are two sisters that may not have been a focal point of the writers, but through the genius of Rosemary Clooney and Vera Ellen became iconic movie musical women. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*

We have made it to the final match ups of our 2nd annual Maiden Madness tournament. This year is all about the supportive sweethearts of Disney and Pixar animation. Each romantic interest is put to the test in a March Madness style tournament, scoring on a rubric our co-hosts have crafted. We began with 30 Disney and Pixar men, find out who will wear the bronze, silver, and golden crown. This is Maiden Madness. *Lots of spoilers and opinions* *PG-13*

This episode we are joined by our co-hosts' own sweethearts, Josh Suevel and Frank J. Paul, to discuss our final four contenders in Maiden Madness 2022. This year is all about the Supportive Sweethearts of Disney and Pixar animation. Each romantic interest is put to the test in a March Madness style tournament to see who will wear the crown. Join us for a lively discussion and debate just how supportive our last four sweethearts are and discover who will make it into the championship round. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions* *PG-13*

With the help of our special guest Marissa Longo, Maiden Madness continues and the competition is fierce. This year is all about the Supportive Sweethearts of Disney and Pixar animation. Each romantic interest is put to the test in a March Madness style tournament to see who will wear the crown. We began with 30 and have now narrowed it down to an Elite 8. This episode we us the full rubric to put our remaining sweethearts to the test. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions* *PG-13*

Our 2nd annual Maiden Madness continues! This year is all about the Supportive Sweethearts of Disney and Pixar animation. Each romantic interest is put to the test in a March Madness style tournament to see who will wear the crown. We began with 30 and have now narrowed them down to the Sweet 16. This episode we take a deeper dive into just how supportive these sweethearts are and find out who will move on to the Elite 8. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Welcome to our 2nd annual Maiden Madness tournament!! This year is all about the Supportive Sweethearts of Disney and Pixar animation. Round One we have 30 Disney and Pixar animated men and put to the test in a March Madness style tournament to see who will wear the crown. Katie and India have created special rubrics once again and this episode we find out just how much of a sweetheart they are. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Join us as we travel back to ancient Greece, Egypt, Asia, and then Europe to follow the origins of the classic fairytale, "Cinderella." There is a reason the rags to riches tale is found all over the world and it is no surprise that Disney turned to the beloved story at a time when his studio was on the brink of bankruptcy. This episode we discuss the development of Disney's "Cinderella" and take a deep dive into the amazing resilience she had, which made her one of Walt's favorite characters. So, slip off your shoes and settle in for all the tea behind the magic.  *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

This week we travel to the Polynesian Islands and follow a courageous tale of the ocean's chosen, Moana.  Take a dive into the development of this original tale and learn what makes this Disney Princess stand out. We travel across the sea with an unlikely, and many times unhelpful, crew but through Moana's cunning, bravery, and heart she discovers the wayfinder she was always meant to be and helps a demigod learn what kind of person he wants to be. Grab some iced tea and join us for this island adventure.  *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Join us as we discuss the latest addition to the Disney Princess franchise, Raya and the Last Dragon. Discover the inspiration behind this action packed fantasy adventure and how Disney developed this South East Asian warrior princess. She may have some trust issues, but Raya's journey and growth through a found family connected by tragedy is a heartwarming and important tale not to be missed.  *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

This week we travel to France and a small provincial town to meet our favorite bookworm, Belle. Learn about the original "Beauty and the Beast" fairytale and its transformation into a movie that changed the Academy Awards forever. Belle's courage, stubbornness, intellect, and compassion make her a fantastic and important addition to the Disney Princess Franchise. So, grab a cup of tea from Mrs. Potts and be our guest for a discussion about this amazing character. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

This week we travel to Scotland and discover a Disney Princess that sought to challenge the ideals of those that came before her. Focused on a mother and daughter relationship, Brave is an original tale that had some creative turmoil but holds a lot of firsts for this franchise and Pixar Studios. So, grab your bows and join us for a jaunt into the beautiful highlands with Merida.  *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Join us as we start at the very beginning of Disney Animation with the original Disney Princess, Snow White. Learn the origins of this classic fairytale and how she changed the film industry for good. We also discuss the other cursed princess, Aurora, and the movie that put fairytales on hold at Disney, Sleeping Beauty. Both these woman play a very important part in the history of the Disney Princess franchise and our co-hosts have a lot to say about the little bits of character we are given in these films. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Travel back to 400AD China where the legend of Mulan was first written down and explore the origins of a warrior woman that has become and role model for women of all ages. Though not actually a princess, Mulan is an important addition to the Disney Princess franchise that we are exploring this season. Join us for a discussion about her journey saving her father, saving China, and finding someone to be proud of when she looks at her reflection.  *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Join us as we start off our third season with the movie that began the Disney Renaissance. Explore the dark origins of Hans Christian Anderson's "The Little Mermaid" and its transformation into the brave red headed mermaid who just wants to be part of our world. Ariel's bravery, determination, and pure enjoyment of all things human makes her a fascinating part of the Disney Princess franchise.  *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. For our final episode we wrap up our discussion about the novels' lead heroine Hermione Granger. Part Two covers books 5 - 7 and we dig into some big character growth moments as our second season comes to an end. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about this fascinating witch. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*    

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. For our final witch we tackle the lead heroine of the series and our favorite know it all, Hermione Granger. We couldn't fit everything into just one episode so Part One covers novels 1 - 4 of the series. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about this fascinating witch to finish off spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we discuss some of the featured witches in the series including Cho Chang, Rita Skeeter, and Dolores Umbridge. We also whip through all the witches and women we pass along our journey. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we return to the corridors of Hogwarts and take a look at the teachers and magical occupants within. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we take a look at two pure blood families, the Longbottoms and the Ancient and Noble House of Black. Join us for discussions about Gran and Alice Longbottom along with Mrs. Black, Bellatrix, Andromeda, Narcissa, and the missed opportunity that was the bright and clumsy Tonks. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we discuss the tense relationship of the Evans sisters, Petunia Dursley and Lily Potter, along with one of Hogwarts greatest protectors, Minerva McGonagall. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we wander the great halls of Hogwarts and go house by house to discuss all the female students we find within its walls. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we dive into the more troubling aspects of Molly Weasley in the novels and the immense bravery of Fleur Delacour along with the ever gossiping Aunt Muriel. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season. *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions* *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*  

This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. To start off the season we discuss the witches of the silver trio, Ginny Weasley and Luna Lovegood. We follow their journey through Rowling's seven novels and talk through not only their amazing acts of heroism but their fun and powerful personalities. Grab your wands and joins us for some spooky season fun.   *Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.* *PG-13* *Full of spoilers and opinions*  

We have come to the final round of our March Madness style tournament. Out of 33 Disney and Pixar heroines we see who comes away with the bronze tiara, take a look back at those valiant heroines who have fallen, and see who wear the golden crown as the Queen of Heroines. Grab a cup of tea and your brackets for this final episode of season one. Also get a sneak peak of what is to come in our second season this fall. *Lot of spoilers and opinions*

We have come to the Final 4 match up and will be putting our heroines to the test alongside our guest judge Desiree Gonzalez! Utilizing our entire rubric we see whose overall scores covering heroic personalities and character development will bring them to the championship round. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite Disney animated characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

We are getting down to the wire and into the nitty gritty as we put our Elite 8 to the test alongside our guest judge Kate Loprest! In this episode we utilize our entire rubric to see how our heroines overall scores fair and add some votes in from our Patreon. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

We continue Maiden Madness this week and are down to our Sweet Sixteen! In this episode we analyze the heroic personalities of the remaining Disney animated heroines to see who will move on to the Elite 8. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

We continue our first round of Maiden Madness this week! 33 Disney and Pixar animated heroines are put to the test in a March Madness style tournament to see who will be crowned Queen of the Heroines. In this episode we go through the right side of the bracket and see who moves on to the Sweet Sixteen! Round 1 is all about the character development, storytelling, and agency given to each heroine. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

We are ready to rumble in our first round of Maiden Madness. 33 Disney and Pixar animated heroines are put to the test in a March Madness style tournament to see who will be crowned Queen of the Heroines. In this episode we go through the left side of the bracket and see who moves on to the Sweet Sixteen! Round 1 is all about the character development, storytelling, and agency given to each heroine. Get your brackets ready and see how far your favorite characters go! *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

For our final deep dive episode of the season we go on an adventure to Arendelle and follow the journey of two heroines that have taken over the world of animation, Elsa and Anna. Frozen has become one of Disney's biggest franchises and its sequel has become the highest grossing animated film of all time. Though its inspiration came from Hans Christian Anderson's, "The Snow Queen," it has come a long way from that beloved fairytale to become a new tale for today's world. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

This episode we travel to Africa and take a behind the scenes look at Disney's adaptation of Edgar Rice Burroughs' famous novel, "Tarzan of the Apes." We focus on Jane Porter and this unique, intelligent, daring, and hilarious heroine as she finds herself among more than trees and apes in the jungle. Discover why this animated interpretation stands out among the numerous adaptations and gives us one of favorite female protagonists.

Join us for our episode all about Disney's princess of Atlantis, Kida. The origin and legend of Atlantis started back in ancient Greece and has continue to fascinate explorers, philosophers, and scientists ever since. Learn how Disney took all these ideas and formed an experimental action adventure that may not have been a box office hit, but has become a favorite amongst many.

This week we dive into Disney's 1997 hit Hercules and discuss a damsel who may be in distress, but has got in handled. Though not following the original greek mythology, Megara is a fascinating female protagonist with a moral ambiguity that stands out among the Disney heroines. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

Though Disney claims their 2010 movie Tangled was inspired by the well known Grimm tale about a maiden in a tower, Rapunzel's history begins almost 200 years before the German brothers included it in their collection. Join us as we see how Rapunzel has changed to become the spunky girl with magic hair we cannot help but adore in not just the original movie, but an amazing television series. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

What do a destructive alien, Elvis, and a small island in Hawaii have in common? Find out as we take a deep dive the character of Nani Pelekai from Disney's Lilo and Stitch. Though not in the title, she is a heroine that does everything she can to keep her little Ohana together and who finds an even bigger one in the process. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

This episode we travel to 15th century Paris and explore the origins of a traveling dancer who becomes the obsession of the city, La Esmeralda. Making her debut in the 1831 novel by Victor Hugo, Esmeralda has graced countless screens and stages. In Disney's 1996 animated film we see a version of this dancer than strays far from its original source but not necessarily for the worse. Her cries for justice feel even more important now than when this well known adaptation was released.*Lots of spoilers and opinions*

In our inaugural episode, discover the origins and evolution of one of the world's most famous fairy, Tinker Bell. We take a look at how a ball of light would go on to become one of the most recognizable Disney icons. Making her debut on the stages of England in 1904, she has been sprinkling pixie dust for over a century and her upfront and unapologetic air has pushed back against feminine decorums every step of the way. *Lots of spoilers and opinions*

How hard can record a few opening lines be? A short clip of our attempts at recording an opening for Season One. Video on our social media :)