Rereading the Revolution

"It's maybe the worst book I've ever read in my life."Sorry in advance to the Hush, Hush fans, but needless to say, we had some thoughts about Becca Fitzpatrick's 2009 novel. Namely, "why" and "how?" Daphne and Kellie talk fallen angels, nephilim, teen romance, unlikeable characters, terrible worldbuilding, and yes, tacos, in this supernatural episode.Information on supporting library resources!https://www.libbylife.com/2025-03-17-what-you-can-do-to-support-libraries-right-nowhttps://aaslh.org/defend-the-institute-of-museum-and-library-services/https://www.ala.org/faq-executive-order-targeting-imls#:~:text=Write%20a%20letter%20to%20the,ALA%20or%20renew%20your%20membership.Correction: this book opens with an epiGRaph, NOT and epiTaph.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the new App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"You would think it was written for this show and not Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark."Our patron-voted episode for this month is on The CW's The 100 pilot (2014)! We cover the differences between the show and book, special effects budgets, the grand tradition of casting 30-year-olds to play teenagers, and probably the greatest needle drop of all time. It's a short preview this month because we cover a lot of subscriber-exclusive secret news about what's coming up next on the podcast in this one

“I was genuinely afraid…I might throw up from crying so hard.”It's the one you've all been waiting for…everything for the past three months has led to this. We're joined by very special guest Emma Skies to discuss the most anticipated release since we launched our podcast, Sunrise on the Reaping (2025!).We return to District 12 one more time to cover our initial thoughts and reactions, fan theories, Panem and America, Suzanne Collins and Lionsgate's balance between art and commerce, and what this book means to The Hunger Games series' legacy. We lose track of how many times we use the words "brutal" and "devastating." This is our longest episode yet and we easily could've talked about this book for another hour because there's so much to dig into!Correction: Francis Lawrence is coming back for the 5th time as director if you count the Mockingjays separately!Correction 2: I just learned that we've been pronouncing azure wrong. Oops. The USA Today article featuring us: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/books/2025/03/19/hunger-games-cultural-impact/82518262007/The Hunger Games 10-year anniversary Scholastic interview: https://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/hunger_games_10th_anniversary_scholastic_interview.htmThe Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Scholastic interview: https://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/the_ballad_of_songbirds_and_snakes_scholastic_interview.htmSunrise on the Reaping Scholastic interview: https://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/sunrise_on_the_reaping_scholastic_interview.htmFollow Emma @emmaskies across social media! https://linktr.ee/BiblioSkiesEmma's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@emmaskiesEmma's Bindery Imprint: https://skiesreads.binderybooks.com/Pre-order To Bargain With Mortals: https://www.rabasu.com/buytbwmFollow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Two things I love: you and cheating."We're back and rejoined by special guest and Ballad movie superfan Mara to cover the most recent movie in The Hunger Games series, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2023). Unlike the book episode, we're all on the same page with this one--it's a shockingly good adaptation and valued addition to the franchise. We discuss how this movie got made, changes from the book, and our inner fangirls coming out in a big way for this one.Movie location breakdown: https://movie-locations.com/movies/h/ballad-of-songbirds-and-snakes.phpMara's socials: @maras_storiesMara's podcast: @no_beta_podcastFollow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"There's a lot of walking through the desert."Our patron-voted sequel episode for March is the sequel to The Maze Runner, James Dashner's The Scorch Trials (2010). There are so many events in this book and yet...nothing really happens?Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The takes are...catching fire."Things get a little contentious this week as we discuss the most divisive book in the Hunger Games series, Suzanne Collins' President Snow prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2020).Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Hippie motto: Peace, love, and comfort."Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Camille are back to discuss the less-loved half of the original Hunger Games movie franchise, Mockingjay: Part 1 (2014), and Mockingjay: Part 2 (2015). Surfboards are awarded, wigs are discussed at length, and minds are maybe even changed. Then, we continue discussing the cultural impact of the story, including some comedically-timed coverage of the stage show, which was officially announced the day before this episode airs: https://thehungergamesonstage.com/Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the new App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**We had a feeling you'd pick this one. Our patron-voted film episode for February is The Fault in Our Stars! We cover it all--the casting announcements, the park bench heist, the "fashion," Charli XCX, and the moments that make us sob and cringe.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"This one's for the Gale haters."We're wrapping up the original Hunger Games series with the controversial finale, Mockingjay (2010). Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Jared discuss their shifting views on the book, the cultural relevance and impact of the series, and the DRAMA of it all.The Hunger Games in Real Protests: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-asia-56289575https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2562714/how-a-hunger-games-symbol-became-key-to-a-real-life-protest-movementReligion in The Hunger Games: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2012/03/hungergamesa/https://asyourpoetshavesaid.com/oppressive-hope-in-the-hunger-games/https://archive.ph/20121021074918/http://www2.independenttribune.com/lifestyles/2012/mar/21/pastors-find-religious-themes-hunger-games-ar-2071082/Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details and subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free episodes! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"When we said the Hutcherssance, we were there. We were ready for it to take off."You asked for hot takes and boy, do you get them in this episode. Kellie, Daphne, and special guest and verified Hunger Games expert Camille sit down to discuss two of our favorite book-to-film adaptations of all time: The Hunger Games (2012) and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013). Daphne gives a presentation on promotional movie tie-in products, and we list many things that we are and are not fans of.The original screenplay: https://www.screenwritersnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/The-Hunger-Games-1-Script.pdfTLDR: https://www.reddit.com/r/Hungergames/comments/x0zkcs/i_read_the_original_screenplay_for_the_first/Check out Camille's podcast here! https://open.spotify.com/show/6anolhfarmniymptA4xGdX?si=1b83c0e4cdce482fFollow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the new App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"We do more research for one episode of the podcast."Our patron-voted sequel episode for January is the sequel to The Selection, Kiera Cass' The Elite (2013). If the episode title didn't tip you off, we did not enjoy reading it. But we LOVED talking about it.Correction: If I Stay was written by Lauren Oliver and the protagonist is named Mia. Like we said, we read a lot of books for the show. Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Let's fulfill our contractual obligation of getting married."We're continuing our Hunger Games extravaganza with one of the best sequels ever written--Catching Fire (2009). In this episode, Daphne and Kellie address the love triangle (Team Peeta all the way), fan theories, the crazy amount of prequel sideshadowing in this book, and THAT ending.Dr. Ally Louks, olfactory ethics expert: https://x.com/drallylouksAbeeha Tariq, Everlark expert: https://x.com/abeehatariqartFollow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Peeta and I would've been kissing in that cave and it would've been real."IT'S FINALLY HERE! We're starting the year with a bang by setting off on our greatest adventure yet--reading and watching the entire Hunger Games series in the lead-up to the release of Sunrise on the Reaping. In this episode, we go back to the very beginning, Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games (2008).Stephen King's review: https://ew.com/article/2008/09/08/hunger-games/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I love being a part of things.”We're looking back on our first year of podcasting and forward to the next, including a couple of exciting announcements. Kellie says y'all three times in the first thirty seconds. Then, we answer listener-submitted questions! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"They said, 'North Carolina? Eww.'"In this month's bonus episode, we discuss the 2019 Netflix adaptation of Let It Snow, which is very different from the book. The cast list is studded with medium-sized young stars, the jokes are largely misses, and the holiday pageant centerpiece is absolutely not talked about enough. Happy holidays! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"...Just so you know what level of quirky we're operating at."Happy holidays! We're celebrating the season by reading Maureen Johnson, John Green, and Lauren Myracle's 2008 short story collection, Let It Snow: Three Holiday Romances, and trying not to be too grinchy about it. Topics covered span from the Netflix Christmas Universe and Piggy Smalls to an impassioned discussion about a story's gross mischaracterization of Shrek. In addition, we continue spreading the good word of Waffle House and listen to one of the most inspired musical performances of all time.There Are Raisins in My Toast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_LnuPFnJXY Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Food, water, shelter, and tampons."This week, Kellie and Daphne cover another YA dystopian staple: Rick Yancey's post-alien invasion novel The Fifth Wave (2013). It's a supersized episode because we're rejoined by special guest and professional yapper Colin! We discuss aliens, hacking the mainframe, Gen Alpha slang, and blond adults, among many, many other topics.Here's one of the book teaser trailers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbEdDmUEfTs Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"The props department was bedazzling those backstage."Kellie, Daphne, and resident Selection expert Katie reunite to discuss BOTH unaired Selection pilots for CW. Between the uninspired 2012 pilot and truly incredible 2013 second attempt, they cover the full entertainment spectrum in just an hour. It's like the opposite of "How Did This Get Made?" where we uncover just why The Selection show never did. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Why was that a detail?"We've read a few contemporary books on this show, but none that made us self-reflect on the nature of hosting a fan podcast and experiencing the other side of fandom through our relationships with our listeners as much as Rainbow Rowell's Fangirl (2013).Just kidding. This book is crazy! Daphne and Kellie recap the college coming-of-age story and talk fanfic, young love, and one major historic event in particular in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“This book is basically Citizen Kane.”Happy Halloween! We read Ransom Riggs' fantastical 2013 novel/found photography collection, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, to celebrate. It's not nearly as haunting as we remember—at least, not in terms of ghosts and ghouls. Plus, Kellie finally finished the Delirium series! Stick around until the end to hear her recap the final book of the trilogy, Requiem, for Daphne.Timestamps:Miss Peregrine Recap 10:10Requiem Recap 48:50Bog cheese articles, as promised, except it's not cheese, it's butter. My bad. Turns out they're being found all the time, including this summer!https://www.cnn.com/2016/06/15/europe/ireland-bog-butter/index.htmlhttps://www.ucd.ie/newsandopinion/news/2019/march/14/irishbogbutterproventobe3500yearspastitsbestbeforedate/https://www.irishnews.com/news/ireland/donegal-farmer-uncovers-22kg-slab-of-ancient-bog-butter-YUJKZVXG6NH43G3SBZ3DAUDCHI/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You just wake up one day and you're really good at math, and suddenly you're being taken from your home.”We're back with another dystopian novel and this one is...actually good? Our hosts are rejoined by special guest Katie to discuss Alexandra Bracken's The Darkest Minds (2012). As we hit the road with Ruby and company, Daphne and Katie tell Kellie about the series, Katie and Kellie teach Daphne more Southern cultural nuances, and everyone in the room, including the cat, gets really excited about Harris Dickinson. Thanks for coming along with us on the ride, darlin'.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Collapsed lung, ruptured spleen, internal bleeding, brain contusions, broken ribs, and leg and face abrasions requiring skin grafts."Kellie and Daphne deviate from their usual fare this week to discuss Gayle Forman's acclaimed novel, If I Stay (2009), a book that caused us physical reactions from heaving sobs to incapacitating laughter. Despite the somber subject matter, we still manage to have fun discussing punk rock, Yo-Yo Ma, Oregon culture, ghost rules, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Move a muscle, change a thought."Given the public's opinion on this movie, you're probably expecting us to rag on it for half an hour straight...but we like to keep you on your toes! We may be saying goodbye to this series for now, but the film proves that time is a flat circle, so who knows what's to come. Netflix, email us.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Scott, you have one move!”Daphne-la and Kellie-wa are wrapping up Scott Westerfeld's Uglies with the final book in the main trilogy, Specials (2006). To put it into Tally's words, this book is extremely random, but we do our best to find meaning within it and not sound like total bubbleheads. We'll be back next week to talk about the movie!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“That seems to happen a lot in this genre.”Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Mara embark on a very exciting journey into the world of Kass Morgan's The 100 (2013). We cover the book, CW series, fandom, controversies, and more in this episode in a manner befitting its high drama. Apologies (or you're welcome, depending on who we ask) in advance for how often Lost comes up in this one…again.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“He had Teen Wolf hair and I couldn't look past that.”Surprise! We return with another bonus episode, this time on the film adaptation of The Maze Runner (2014). We share behind-the-scenes details and our hot takes on this decade-old movie, as well as addressing the recent drama on our social media. You'll have to listen to find out what that's about!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I don't want to stop being pretty. Being pretty's awesome!”It's a sequel episode! Kellie and Daphne return to Scott Westerfeld's trendsetting Uglies series to discuss Pretties (2005) in the wake of the upcoming Netflix adaptation. What great timing for us, right? It's totally bubbly-making. Also included are our thoughts on the Uglies trailer, a Pandemonium recap, and Kellie learning the plot of The 100 for the first time.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details!Timestamps: 0:30 Uglies movie trailer3:15 Pandemonium recap5:45 Pretties discussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Ky is SUCH a hot boy name.”We asked our Instagram followers what book we should read next and there was a clear winner—so keep that in mind as you hear our thoughts on Ally Condie's Matched (2010). This book bravely explores the question, “What if the classic dystopian teen love triangle was pretty much the whole thing?” and we try our best to present nuanced takes on the subject material.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We might have to start a spin-off podcast where we just watch Willem Dafoe movies.”It's our first contemporary novel, and we decided to go straight to the top. Arguably the most emblematic and decidedly the most successful book of its era, it's John Green's The Fault in Our Stars (2012). We laugh, reminisce on our youths, ponder human existence, and try not to cry throughout this very big episode. Apologies in advance for our attempts to pronounce Lidewij. Okay? Okay.Emetophobia warning: a very realistic sound effect is made at 32:23.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details!Links:“There's a certain Slant of light, (320)”: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45723/theres-a-certain-slant-of-light-320”The Red Wheelbarrow”: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45502/the-red-wheelbarrowZeno's paradox and infinities: https://slate.com/technology/2014/03/zenos-paradox-how-to-explain-the-solution-to-achilles-and-the-tortoise-to-a-child.htmlExplaining (and solving) Zeno's paradox in further detail: https://gori70.medium.com/the-solution-of-the-paradox-of-achilles-and-the-tortoise-f618b23c25e Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I'm ugly and I'm proud!"Daphne and Kellie take on their most-requested book by far in this episode, where they are joined by special guest expert and friend of the pod, Hayley! You asked for it--it's Scott Westerfeld's Uglies (2005). We get into mid-aughts culture, the upcoming Netflix adaptation, and whether we'd rather be pretty or smart.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Sheep are easier to spray paint.”In this bonus episode, Kellie and Daphne break down the Delirium pilot, which was filmed for Fox's Fall 2013 lineup, but never went to series. You'll see why.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details!Delirium TikTok Part 1 Link: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPREBVa7M/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I don't believe in banning books. But I think this book should be banned.”We're not gonna lie. This one is bleak. Like, “We cut a whole plot point from the recording because the episode was already too dark” bleak. But don't worry, there's still plenty of fun to be had as we break down Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy (2007).Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details!Timestamps: 0:55 Sunrise on the Reaping announcement4:22 Shelves in the City recap6:28 Vampire Academy discussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Her emotions are SO intense."Daphne and (a very congested) Kellie take on our first listener-requested read with Lauren Oliver's Delirium (2011)! This is a new book for both hosts, and we have hilariously different reactions to the material. Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The world has been covered in Cheeto dust!”Kellie and Daphne continue their break from our regularly scheduled programming to talk about the Divergent movies. Rants and tangents ensue. We also take a moment to discuss and respond to criticisms of Veronica Roth's 2018 post-Allegiant epilogue epilogue (part 2!) short story, "We Can Be Mended." Plus, a very special announcement!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We deviate from our usual book recaps to discuss something very special: John Green's Turtles All the Way Down (2017) and the movie adaptation that FINALLY came out this month on Max. Heads up, his one's a little loose and goofy. Several rants occur, we unleash our wrath on Goodreads, and a friendship is tested.Leave us a comment in the Q&A section on Spotify or on social media or send us a DM letting us know what you thought of the movie or our episode!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"50-60 teenage boys? That's the scariest thing I can imagine."Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Colin take on the shuckin' Maze, and spoiler alert: there's running (but maybe less than you'd think?). We share our formative experiences with the book as children, and talk all things The Maze Runner (2009), James Dashner, Newtmas, and a whole bunch of other klunk.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"And at this point, I almost screamed."Kellie and Daphne go back to Chicago one last time to learn what's beyond the fence--and it's a lot to take in. We get into the extreme pivots that this finale makes, discuss that controversial ending, and try to understand what it was all for. Plus, a priceless ($5) gift is given.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes information!Veronica Roth's Salon Article:https://www.salon.com/2021/06/05/i-killed-the-beloved-hero-of-my-books-and-reader-reactions-were-intense-would-i-do-it-again/Lady Geek Girl and Friends Blog:https://ladygeekgirl.wordpress.com/2014/03/23/oh-my-pop-culture-jesus-protestant-theology-in-the-divergent-trilogy/Penny's One-Star Amazon Review:https://www.amazon.com/review/RX9IWT6KYAJHR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"There's nothing romantic and whimsical about democracy."Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Katie take a break from the Divergent series to spend an episode in Illéa for Kiera Cass' The Selection (2012). Your bachelorettes dive into publishing world drama, Illéan geopolitics, and teenage love triangles. Our hearts are confused!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Veronica really put her pen to paper."Kellie and Daphne return to Chicago to discuss the extremely action-packed plot of Insurgent (2012), with a few tangents along the way.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"It's almost like she's trying to say something."In their inaugural episode, Kellie and Daphne take on Veronica Roth's Divergent (2011). Our fearless readers discuss how this dystopian novel came to be, their personal relationships with YA fiction, and the many trials and tribulations faced by Beatrice Prior.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready for the journey of a lifetime? Or maybe just reminisce on your early teens? This is Rereading the Revolution.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.