Lit Think Podcast

Alicia and Sarah are back with a special episode looking back at their favorite films, television shows, and books of 2024.Literary terms of the week: Pop CultureSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt HolmanShow Notes:Intro notes:* Trying something new this week (inspired by NPR's Best of 2024 list)Literary terms of the week:* Alicia's top 5:* Interview with the Vampire (AMC+)* The Husbands (book)* Eric (Netflix)* Agatha All Along (Disney+)* Somebody, Somewhere (Max)* Sarah's top 5:* Civil War (Max)* Rings of Power (Amazon Prime)* The Small and the Mighty (book)* Shrinking (AppleTV)* A Complete Unknown (in theaters now)Related Episodes This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In this summer special edition, Alicia and Sarah bring in special guest Julia Breakey to discuss literature as pop culture, with a particular focus on romantacy and the book series A Court of Thorns and Roses. Get a jump on your summer reading with an adult conversation about the re-emergence of reading and the role that books also play on pop culture. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Pop Culture, Literature, LiteracySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In their season finale, Alicia and Sarah bring in special guest Christina Schuetz to discuss all things tragic hero through the lens of Star Wars and Anakin Skywalker. They look at classic tragic heroes from Othello to Oedipus and break down how Anakin fulfills the Greek model while also embracing the possibility of redemption. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Tragic hero, Anagnorisis, Hamartia, CatharsisSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss both prequels and dystopias when they tackle the film adaptation of Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. They look at the role of prequels in giving us a fuller understanding of beloved stories and how it gives readers and viewers a chance to spend more time immersed in their favorite worlds. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: PrequelSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss the role unfettered consumerism has in the Amazon Prime dark comedy Upload. They touch on the ways that all three seasons challenge viewers to see how our conditioned need for newness and individualism impact the way we view our role in community, our relationships, and even our response to death. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Consumerism, CommercialismSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah return to their ever-present love of musicals with their discussion of the latest adaptation of Alice Walker's The Color Purple. They look at sisterhood, including adopted family, the differences between co-dependency and interdependence, and the role of belonging in community. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Sisterhood, Dependence, BelongingSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah couldn't wait to talk about all of the ways that Disney+ redeemed the visual telling of the Percy Jackson series. They discuss Greek and American family values and how Percy challenges the traditions of the Greek gods. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Family ValuesSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah are take on satire and mythology through their discussion of the first two seasons of Good Omens. They discuss the supernatural, origins, and the nature of good and evil. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Elements of mythSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah are joined by their NCTE presentation partner Bill Visco to discuss one of his favorites, Ted Lasso. They discuss sports journalism, the shifting sports narrative, and the power of sports to unite people. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Sports journalism, Sports narrativeSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah return to a discussion of history and historical fiction with the summer blockbuster Oppenheimer. They discuss what makes a good historical film, the complexities of telling the story of the atomic bomb, and the difference between truth and facts in historical fiction. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Biopic, Historical fictionSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah embrace the whimsy of Roald Dahl and Willy Wonka as they discuss the holiday film Wonka. They discuss teaching the literary and writing concepts of style, tone, and voice and all of the ways Wonka captures the literary style of Roald Dahl. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Style, Tone, VoiceSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah nerd out with a deep dive into mental health and royal history when they sit down to discuss the Bridgerton prequel Queen Charlotte. They look at potential ailments for King George, discuss the real-life love story of George and Charlotte, and imagine what the world could be like if the Great Experiment had actually happened. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Mental Health, Alternate HistorySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah welcome podcaster and author Casper ter Kuile to discuss one of his favorite 90s films, You've Got Mail. They look at epistolary stories through the ages, from love letters to online chat rooms. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Epistolary, Pen PalsSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah combine their love for theater and satire in their discussion of the indie film mocumentary Theater Camp. They look at the history of mocumentaries, their personal love for theater and theater experiences, and the role of satire in producing effective media that takes on the form of fake documentaries. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Mocumentary, SatireSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah combine their love for theater and satire in their discussion of the indie film mocumentary Theater Camp. They look at the history of mocumentaries, their personal love for theater and theater experiences, and the role of satire in producing effective media that takes on the form of fake documentaries. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Mocumentary, SatireSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah finally return to the Marvel Universe with a discussion of the summer film, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. They discuss the closing of a chapter for many of the Guardians as their stories move on and the passing of the torch to Rocket as the new leader of the motley crew. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Legacy, Generational trauma, Origin storySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah defend the idea that graphic novels are literature as they discuss the Disney+ adaptation of the graphic novel, American Born Chinese. They discuss the differences between comic books, graphic novels, and sequential art, connecting the history of the genre to Gene Luen Yang' groundbreaking work. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Graphic Novel, Frame Story, MultimodalitySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah take a slightly different approach with this week's episode over the film adaptation of Judy Blume's classic novel, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. They discuss the movie, puberty, the censorship history of the novel, and book bans at large. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Censorship, Challenge, BanSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In their first episode of Season 4, Alicia and Sarah jump right into the pop culture moment with their discussion of the massive summer hit: Barbie. They discuss the role of feminism in the film, the gender binary, and their own critiques of the ending of the film. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Feminism, Gender Binary, and IntersectionalitySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah take some time during their summer break to reflect on two years of podcasting and their hopes in preparation for Season Four, coming in August.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram or Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In their last episode of Season 3, Alicia and Sarah use Elizabeth Gilbert's book Big Magic to discuss the creative processes on display in the television series, Daisy Jones and the Six, based on the novel by the same name. They apply Gilbert's five step process to analyze the fictional creative process of the characters in the television show. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Courage, Enchantment, Permission, Persistence, and TrustSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah work through the grief and trauma of the characters in the Academy Award nominated, Women Talking. They discuss the rhetorical appeals used by the women as they make a life changing decision and the role of consent in their final conclusion. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Rhetoric, ethos, logos, pathosSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah change directions in the superhero world with their discussion of the Academy Award winning film, Everything Everywhere All at Once. They look at culture, relationships, the superhero motif, and all things multiverse. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Cultural integrity, Exoticism, Superhero, MultiverseSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt HolmanShow notes:30-second summary* Why Everything Everywhere All at Once?* ShowtimeLiterary terms of the week:* A Guide to Selecting Multicultural Literature* Cultural Integrity* Avoidance of Exoticism* READ, READ, READ* 6 Common Plot Elements of Superhero Fiction* An urban metropolis setting* A superpower, often enabled by a specialized item* A dramatic origin story* A secret identity* A supervillain adversary* An iconic sidekick* Multiverse* Term first used in 1895 “to refer to the confusing moral meaning of natural phenomena and not to other possible universes”* Immigrant double identity* Choices* Physics-based evidence and theoryWhat are we enjoying right now?* Alicia: Animal Control (TV on Hulu), Poetry Unbound (Padraig O. Tuama)* Sarah: Orphan Train by Christine Baker Kline (book), Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (movie)Related episodesPlease “like” by clicking on the ❤ and share this post with your friends, colleagues, and fellow lit thinkers.Thanks for reading Lit Think Podcast! Subscribe for free to never miss a post and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss the history of whodunnits, mystery, and even true crime as they analyze Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. Covering everything from Jack the Ripper to Clue, they look at the ways Glass Onion exemplifies the best elements of the mystery genre. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Whodunit/Mystery storySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah expand their understanding of science fiction through the unconventional time travel story in Octavia Butler's Kindred. They discuss how the Hulu adaptation has updated the forty-year-old novel while still challenging audiences to consider the lasting effects of slavery on our modern consciousness. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: speculative fiction, utopian fiction, visionary fictionSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah explore their darker sides with a discussion of the new Netflix original series Wednesday. They investigate the elements of gothic literature and cover centuries of gothic literature, leading right up to the Addams family. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: gothic, gothic literature, women in gothic literatureSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah go back to a childhood favorite, Matilda, as they discuss the Netflix adaptation of the Broadway musical. They discuss archetypes as they appear in Roald Dahl's original story, plus the good, bad, and ugly of using them to generalize groups of people. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: archetype, child archetype, giant archetypeSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah go back to Freshman English as they discuss the Hulu original film, Rosaline. They discuss elements of satire and look at the film as an example of using alternative views of classic stories to teach students how satire can strengthen and modernize arguments made in the original text. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: satire, hyperbole, oxymoron, allegorySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah take a walk on the wild side through their environmental analysis of the movie Avatar. They talk allusions, hubris, colonialism, and care for the planet. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.And Sarah's dogs apologize for their barking ten minutes into the conversation.Literary terms of the week: sophrosyne, hubris, Pandora, avatar, and barbarian/savageSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah explore the value of quality adaptations, particularly adaptations of Pride and Prejudice. Both Bride and Prejudice and Fire Island give us the opportunity to look at a classic story through a modern lens. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: adaptation, classic, diversity and representationSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah embrace their darker side to discuss all things zombie with a particular focus on the feature film Zombieland. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: monstered other, zombie, satireSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss the movie adaptation of the novel Where the Crawdads Sing. They discuss the role of prejudice and oppression related to poverty and gender and the presence of naturalism throughout both the novel and movie. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: cycle of oppression, prejudice, isolationSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah bring history and comic book nerddom together in their discussion of the Disney+ original series, Ms. Marvel. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: others, differentness, unhomelinessSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss the Jurassic Park/World franchise and connections to science fiction in the classroom, particularly Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: stereotype, character archetypeSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss their love for the Star Wars franchise and the latest installment from Disney+, Obi-Wan Kenobi. They look at Obi-Wan as both the wise guide and the middle-aged hero of his own story. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: allusion, monomyth, hero's journeySign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In the first episode of season three, Alicia and Sarah discuss changes for the next season of Lit Think and then analyze the role of stereotypes and archetypes in the hit ABC show, Abbott Elementary. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: stereotype, character archetypeSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In the last episode of season two, Alicia and Sarah discuss the power of writing and words through their analysis of the new motion picture adaptation of the 2018 musical Cyrano. They discuss the different versions of the classic tale throughout literary history, the prevalence of love triangles in stories, and the destructive power of pride. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss their personal history with the mystery genre and the world of podcasting as they analyze Hulu's original series, Only Murders in the Building. They discuss the mystery genre, the role of podcasting and true crime, and the complex layers that get peeled away in a good mystery tale. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah discuss the greater world of humanity and their close ties to Indiana in their discussion of John Green's podcast and book of essays, The Anthropocene Reviewed. They discuss the varied nature of the essays Green selected for his book, the importance and value of doing thorough research, and highlight their own likes and dislikes about Indiana and Indianapolis. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom. Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. Music by Craig Harmann Cover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah dig deep into their love for dystopian literature and the realities of living through a global pandemic during their discussion of the HBO Max adaptation of Station Eleven. They cover the connections to the novel, the artistic changes that worked for a different medium, and themes of survival and hope through the creation of art. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah go into full Disney mode with their discussion of all things Encanto. They reminisce about the Disney films that made them think, their roles in their families, and the universal themes of Disney's latest animated film. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah return to their love of musical theatre with a full analysis of the Netflix adaptation of Jonathan Larson's Tick Tick Boom. They reminisce about their own struggles turning 30, review the power of nostalgia for RENT fans, and analyze themes of success, fear of failure, and the need to make one's mark on the world. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah return to their love of all things Marvel with a complete analysis of Spiderman: No Way Home. After a heated discussion over who played the best Spiderman, they discuss the hero's journey, coming of age, redemption, grief, sacrifice, and the fascinating possibilities with the introduction of the multi-verse. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In their first episode of the new year, Alicia and Sarah return to their love of musicals with a complete analysis of the new film version of West Side Story. They discuss star-crossed lovers, racism, the social justice system, and the power of language, all wrapped up in the classic lyrics of the late Stephen Sondheim. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

In this special holiday episode, Alicia and Sarah return to their love of the Muppets and classic literature in their discussion of A Muppet Christmas Carol. In a nostalgic conversation about watching the movie as children and now as adults, they look at the enduring nature of the classic tale and the surprisingly accurate and effective version presented by the Muppets. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah return to their love of all things Marvel with their analysis of the movie Black Widow. They look at the history of women in the war narrative, the importance of family-like relationships, and the growing role of women in the comic book world. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah step outside of their literary comfort zone to talk about all things video games and the film Free Guy. They look at science, AI, free will, and discuss their new understanding of non-player characters. In the end, they prove that even a movie about a fictional video game can be full of analysis-rich layers. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah return to Stoneybrook for the second season of The Baby-sitters Club on Netflix. They reminisce about their own babysitting experiences, talk about young adolescence and the challenges of middle school, and highlight the importance of relationships through all of the episodes. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah focus on their role as educators in the world of adolescence and the glorious angst that teens bring with them as they discuss the movie version of the Broadway hit Dear Evan Hansen. They discuss mental health, social media, and the changes that have occurred during both of their careers in regards to society's awareness and the way we talk about the issue of mental health. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Alicia and Sarah celebrate Halloween by having fun with the 90s classic, Hocus Pocus. They discuss scary movies, the history of witches, and the power of family while looking at a film that has become an October tradition in many households, including Alicia's. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com

Once again, Alicia and Sarah take on the Cinderella myth, this time with the new Amazon Prime release of Cinderella. They discuss the different Cinderella archetypes, gender roles, story adaptation, and the power of music in making an old story new again. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com