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The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast
Our F/Favorite Tropes: Sword-Lesbians and Horse-Girls - The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast Episode 307

The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 14:53


Our F/Favorite Tropes: Sword-Lesbians and Horse-Girls The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast - Episode 307 with Heather Rose Jones In this episode we talk about: The trope of the horse-girl The trope of the sword-lesbian How these tropes are negotiated between story setting and reader expectations This topic makes reference to the following episodes: Bluestockings and Amazons Female Knights Only One Bed A transcript of this podcast is available here. Links to the Lesbian Historic Motif Project Online Website: http://alpennia.com/lhmp Blog: http://alpennia.com/blog RSS: http://alpennia.com/blog/feed/ Twitter: @LesbianMotif Discord: Contact Heather for an invitation to the Alpennia/LHMP Discord server The Lesbian Historic Motif Project Patreon Links to Heather Online Website: http://alpennia.com Email: Heather Rose Jones Mastodon: @heatherrosejones@Wandering.Shop Bluesky: @heatherrosejones Facebook: Heather Rose Jones (author page)

Gender Reveal
Episode 181: Checking in with Dean Spade

Gender Reveal

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 68:20


Tuck & Ozzy catch up with organizer and author Dean Spade (he/him). Topics include:  Tools for moving through jealousy, handling in-group conflict, and supporting someone during a breakup Why symbolic arrests aren't currently an effective political strategy  Why mutual aid is most important when we feel scared, avoidant or isolated Plus: “Better” titles for Dean's book, promiscuous friendship, and what you should do about that gender marker on your ID…  This Week in Gender: we peek into the 2024 Gender Census results  Submit a piece of Theymail: Today's messages were from Fiona Palmer and The Dugout: a Black anarchist podcast. Tickets for our Gender Ordeal live shows in DC, San Francisco, and Seattle are on sale now (and going fast)! Find Dean at deanspade.net and linktr.ee/deanspade. Preorder Love in a Fucked-Up World via Bluestockings for 15% off (with code F*CKED

Smarty Pants
This Woman's Work

Smarty Pants

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 25:47


In 1748, Lord Chesterfield told his son not to expect much from women: they “are only children of a larger growth; they have an entertaining tattle, and sometimes wit; but for solid, reasoning good sense, I never knew in my life one who had it, or who reasoned and acted consequentially for four-and-twenty hours together.” In 1739, an anonymous pamphleteer laid out the case for Man Superior to Woman; or, a Vindication of Man's Natural Right of Sovereign Authority over the Woman, writing that even if a woman was educated, “if this Lady is a scholar she is a very sluttish one; and the much she reads is to very little Purpose.” This was the terrain, writes the Irish historian Susannah Gibson in her new book, The Bluestockings, in which Elizabeth Montagu dared to host weekly salons about the intellectual debates of the moment—among the hottest of which was whether or not women should even be engaging in such discussions in the company of men. At Montagu's table, Samuel Johnson rubbed elbows with the likes of the classicist Elizabeth Carter, the historian Catharine Macauley, and the novelist Frances Burney. Gibson's new book paints a group portrait of these varied women, the polite challenge they posed to the patriarchy, and the forces that would eventually lead to the unraveling of their power.Go beyond the episode:Susannah Gibson's The Bluestockings: A History of the First Women's MovementWe have too many links to the Bluestockings' own books, so visit our episode page for the full list!Tune in every (other) week to catch interviews with the liveliest voices from literature, the arts, sciences, history, and public affairs; reports on cutting-edge works in progress; long-form narratives; and compelling excerpts from new books. Hosted by Stephanie Bastek and sponsored by the Phi Beta Kappa Society.Subscribe: iTunes/Apple • Amazon • Google • Acast • Pandora • RSS FeedHave suggestions for projects you'd like us to catch up on, or writers you want to hear from? Send us a note: podcast [at] theamericanscholar [dot] org. And rate us on iTunes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wild Precious Life
Frighten the Horses with Oliver Radclyffe

Wild Precious Life

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 58:22


Oliver Radclyffe is part of a new wave of transgender writers unafraid to examine the places where gender identity, sexual orientation, feminist allegiance, social class, and family history overlap. On today's show, Annmarie and Oliver talk about his new memoir, FRIGHTEN THE HORSES, and discuss the complex nuances of gender transition. Episode Sponsors: Bluestockings – A collectively-run NYC activist center, community space and feminist bookstore that offers mutual aid, harm reduction support, non-judgemental resource research and a warming/cooling place that is radically inclusive of all genders, cultures, expansive sexualities and identities. Bluestockings seeks to empower all people to challenge oppression and participate in creating a society which is equitable, cooperative, and free, and we strive to empower our worker-owners through non-hierarchy, cooperation, and consensus-based decision making, providing an example of the society we are working toward. Stop by or shop online at bluestockings.com. The Word Is Change – A neighborhood bookstore in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, selling used and new books, hosting readings and meetings, buying books for resale, and supporting visual artists. Come into the store and find the perfect book you were looking for, OR the perfect book you didn't even know you were looking for. And shop online at thewordischange.com Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode: Adult Human Male, by Oliver Radclyffe Frighten the Horses, by Oliver Radclyffe Who's Afraid of Gender? by Judith Butler The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice, by Shon Faye  Here's a trailer for Once.  Follow Oliver Radclyffe: Instagram: @oliverradclyffe Twitter: @RadclyffeOliver Facebook: OliverRadclyffeWriter oliverradclyffe.com **Writing Workshop Note: Annmarie's teaching in-person Tuesday nights for Literary Cleveland. Learn more and register HERE. For the online October Saturday morning class, message Annmarie to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wild Precious Life
Bummer Camp with Ann Garvin

Wild Precious Life

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 47:32


Ann Garvin is a USA Today Bestselling author of six novels. She writes about people who do too much in a world that asks too much from them. A former Registered Nurse, Ann currently teaches creative writing at Drexel University. Her latest book is BUMMER CAMP, in which “two sisters scramble to save their family's legacy in a funny, huge-hearted novel about grandiose plans and summers to remember.” On today's show, Ann and Annmarie talk about head lice, tick bites, weirdness, and the worries and wonders of camp.  Episode Sponsors: Mystery to Me – A general bookstore with a very specific name. Of course we curate a wide selection of mystery as well as general and literary fiction, non-fiction, science fiction, fantasy, rom-com, horror, graphic novels, young adult titles, and a delightful children's section. Visit our Madison, Wisconsin location or shop online at mysterytomebooks.com. Bluestockings – A collectively-run NYC activist center, community space and feminist bookstore that offers mutual aid, harm reduction support, non-judgemental resources, and a warming/cooling place that is radically inclusive of all genders, cultures, expansive sexualities and identities. Bluestockings seeks to empower all people to challenge oppression and participate in creating a society which is equitable, cooperative, and free, and we strive to empower our worker-owners through non-hierarchy, cooperation, and consensus-based decision making, providing an example of the society we are working toward. Stop by or shop online at bluestockings.com. Titles Mentioned in this Episode: Bummer Camp, by Ann Garvin Olive Kitteridge, by Elizabeth Strout Station Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel Here's the trailer for Station Eleven. Check out Tall Poppy Writers. Follow Ann Garvin: Instagram: @anngarvin_ Twitter: @anngarvin_ Facebook: @ann.w.garvin anngarvin.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Queer Lit
“Bluestockings” with Raquel Espasande

Queer Lit

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 20:34


Let's go on a field trip! New York City is an amazing city for book shopping and LGBTQIA2S+ activism. Bluestockings Cooperative offers both. This amazing bookstore and community space almost feels too good to be true: nestled into the Lower East Side, Bluestockings has provided dyke dating, community support and all kinds of activism for well over two decades years now. Tune in today to hear lovely bookseller Raquel tell me more about the shop and its history.And did you know? All the cool queers follow @bluestockingsnyc, @raqthebookseller and @queerlitpodcast on Instagram.  References:Kathryn Welsh (now Grantham, owner of Black Bird Bookstore in California)Gay's The WordSara AhmedTransparencyBlack and Pink New York@BlackandpinknycBluestockings.com@bluestockingsnyc@bluestockingscaresSamuel R. Delany's Time Square Red, Time Square BlueRudy Giuliani  Questions you should be able to respond to after listening:     If you could dream up an LGBTQIA2S+ space, what would it look like?     What is your favourite thing about going to community-run spaces?     Raquel speaks a lot about trust. Why do you think it is that supposedly inclusive spaces do not always feel inclusive? What might we do to change this?     Which of the activist organisations or activities that Raquel mentions are you going to check out?  

Sleepy Time Tales Podcast – Creating a restful mindset through relaxing bedtime stories

A Series of Letters to Help You Sleep Elizabeth Montagu was a power player in politics and women's suffrage later in life, and her earlier letters are a fascinating insight into the precocious mind and attitudes of a woman of her day. But if like me the appeal of gossip is limited, I'm sure this will help you fall asleep. Story (03:04)    Find Elizabeth Montagu, the Queen of the Bluestockings, Volumes 1 and 2 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70593     Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are several ways you can support the show. ·        You can support the show as a supporter on Patreon and receive a host of bonuses including Patron only episodes and special edits https://www.patreon.com/sleepytimetales ·        If you're enjoying Sleepy Time Tales and would like to make a financial contribution, but would rather not commit to a monthly payment then you can throw a tip in the jar at paypal.me/sleepytimetales ·        Get yourself a set of SleepPhones, headphones designed specially for your needs as an insomniac who likes to listen to something to help you sleep, take a look at https://sleepytimetales.net/sleepphones ·        Or check out our new Merch store up at TeePublic where you can buy Sleepy Time Tales merch or even cool works from other creators. Go to https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=25247   Patreon Sleep Tight Patrons Chris & Moya Chuck Mysti Roberta Charity Traci Emily Moya Brian Sandra Jillian Demelza Carla Joseph AY Amy Allison S Allison B     Please Share If you're enjoying the show, and finding it helps you sleep despite the stresses and strains of your life, the absolute best thing you can do is share it with your friends, families, acquaintances, cellmates etc. Anyone who needs a good night's sleep might benefit. So please share it with the people in your life, whether in person or on social media.     Find The Show Website: sleepytimetales.net Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sleepytimetales Twitter: https://twitter.com/sleepytimetales Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepytimetalespodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SleepyTimeTales Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=25247 Project Gutenberg Terms of Use https://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/Gutenberg:Terms_of_Use    

Ithaca Minute from 14850 Magazine
14850 Happenings for the weekend of April 5th

Ithaca Minute from 14850 Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 1:41


Here's the 14850 Happenings events calendar for the weekend of April 5th! A chicken BBQ fundraiser at the McLean Fire Department this afternoon starting at 4 until they sell out. The Ryan Peterson Trio at Aurora Brewing Company from 5-8, and the Notorious Stringbusters at Hopshire Farm at 6. Refugee, the Ultimate Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Tribute at LakeWatch Inn this evening, Ship of Phools at Cedarwood. Space Bacon and Metasequoia are at the Range late tonight, and Boys Go to Jupiter is at the Upstairs. It's the first weekend for the Ithaca Farmers Market at Steamboat Landing! Saturdays 9-3 for now and Sundays start in May. Tomorrow afternoon the Ithaca League of Junior Rollers and Bluestockings roller derby bouts against the Black Diamond Rollers at the Ithaca Mall. Tenzin Chopak is at South Hill Cider at 6, Maddy Walsh and the Blind Spots pop-up show at the Foundation of Light at 6:30, the Tarps at Cedarwood at 7, and the Hair Band Experience at the State Theatre at 7:30! Later Saturday the Newman Brothers, Mojo and the Mayhem, and Chatterbox at the Upstairs. Sasha Sagan talks about Monday's eclipse at the Hangar Theatre Sunday at 4:30. Sunday night Southern Supper Sunday with the Deep Dive Barn Haulers at Deep Dive. After Monday's celestial festivities, a Jazz Jam Session with the Ryan Peterson Trio and Jesse Collins at Liquid State. Looking ahead to Wednesday, the Trumansburg Farmers Market indoors at the American Legion at 4. The Canaan Jam Session at the Canaan Institute. Open Mic Night at Sacred Root Kava Lounge. And Galactic Wednesday at Deep Dive. And next Friday, Feed the Fire at Cedarwood! Lots more details and more 14850 Happenings at 14850.com. Subscribe to the Ithaca Minute in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Play, TuneIn, Stitcher, or via RSS feed, follow 14850.com on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the 14850 Magazine Daily newsletter.

Sad Francisco
RE-RELEASE: "Mental Health" Jail Expansion, f/ Thatcher Sady and Tory Becker

Sad Francisco

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 32:55


Instead of demanding free housing or health care, some people think the answer to homelessness is to build "mental health" jails and forced "rehab" centers to stow unhoused people, indefinitely. With Clio/Thatcher Sady and Tory Becker, from Gay Shame. "Cities Across the US Are Stripping Homeless People of Their Autonomy," by Tory and Toshio, for Truthout In other news: April 5 at Bluestockings in New York City: Come hang out with Shuli Branson, Zuri Arman, and Toshio, around the anthology "Surviving the Future: Abolitionist Queer Strategies" Sad Francisco is produced by Toshio Meronek; this episode was edited by Caitlin Wood. Support the show and find links to all of our past episodes on Patreon.  

RNZ: Nine To Noon
How the Bluestockings dared to imagine independent lives

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 21:10


"Women are only children of a larger growth,' wrote one Lord Chesterfield in 1748. It was a sentiment shared by many men of women in the 18th century - but it was about to have its foundation shaken. 

Front Row
The Jury: Murder Trial, Bhangra Nation, Bluestockings

Front Row

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 42:21


Channel 4's new reality TV series, The Jury: Murder Trial features a real-life murder case, re-run in front of two juries who are unaware of each other's existence. Its creator Ed Kellie and BBC News' former legal affairs correspondent Clive Coleman discuss what the TV experiment tells us about how emotions can be swayed in the courtroom - and whether the juries will reach the same verdict. Susannah Gibson's new book “Bluestockings: The First Women's Movement” explores the often overlooked female pioneers of 18th century intellectualism, whose legendary salons were hotbeds of cultural foment and writerly wit. She is joined by Laura Shepherd-Robinson, the historical novelist to discuss the lives of the extraordinary women from this period. Bhangra Nation aims to do for Punjabi dancing what the films Bring It On and Pitch Perfect did for cheerleading and acapella singing. We hear from the co-writer of the new musical at the Birmingham Rep Theatre, Rehana Lew Mirza, and choreographer Rujuta Vaidya.

Lost Spaces
"I've Never Really Liked This Concept Of 'Coming Out'"- with Lamya H

Lost Spaces

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 50:28


We talk in this episode a little about Lamya's new memoir, Hijab Butch Blues. If you're interested in snagging yourself a copy why not take a look at my Bookshop store? https://uk.bookshop.org/a/13642/9781785788499 Books! Is there anything more inviting and accepting than a good book - one that seems to know you better than you know yourself? Books were my best friend when I was growing up, and they seemed to always provide comfort and solace from whatever shit was happening elsewhere in my life (which was usually the horror of high school). And there's something so magical about going to a library or going to a book shop and just being surrounded by the possibilities and the universes that were inside. And, I have a hunch I'm not the only one who thinks this way - in fact, this week I'm joined by author Lamya H, who found themselves drawn to the queer, trans and sex worker run bookshop Bluestockings when they were a fresh transplant to NYC. (And, for clarity's sake, it's worth saying that Bluestockings still exists, but it's no longer at its original location on Allen St, which is where Lamya first found it) Do you have any memories of Bluestockings, or a queer space from your own scene that you want to share? Well, if you have please get in touch - I want to create the biggest online record of people's memories and stories - go to www.lostspacespodcast.com and find the section 'Share a Lost Space' and tell me what you got up to! Bonus points for embarrassing photos! You can also find me on Facebook (www.facebook.com/lostspacespod), Instagram (www.instagram.com/lostspacespod) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/lostspacespod) Find out more about Lamya H by following them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lamyaisangry) or visiting their website (https://www.lamyah.com/) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/k-anderson/message

The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast
Our F/Favorite Tropes Part 12: Bluestockings and Amazons - The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast Episode 280

The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2024 9:20


Our F/Favorite Tropes Part 12: Bluestockings and Amazons The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast - Episode 280 with Heather Rose Jones In this episode we talk about: The archetypes of the bluestocking and the amazon and why they make a natural romantic pairing A transcript of this podcast is available here. Links to the Lesbian Historic Motif Project Online Website: http://alpennia.com/lhmp Blog: http://alpennia.com/blog RSS: http://alpennia.com/blog/feed/ Twitter: @LesbianMotif Discord: Contact Heather for an invitation to the Alpennia/LHMP Discord server The Lesbian Historic Motif Project Patreon Links to Heather Online Website: http://alpennia.com Email: Heather Rose Jones Mastodon: @heatherrosejones@Wandering.Shop Bluesky: @heatherrosejones Facebook: Heather Rose Jones (author page)

Highlights from Talking History
The Bluestockings

Highlights from Talking History

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 53:10


In this episode, we're finding out about the Lithuanian-born solicitor who was the legal advisor to Michael Collins, Arthur Griffith and Constance Markievicz, with Dr Barry Whelan; we'll also hear about Britain's very first women's movement, with Dr Susannah Gibson; and the changing world of Irish barristers after independence, with Dr Niamh Howlin.

Locust Radio
Episode 14.5 - Art w/ Workers + Comrades (Preview)

Locust Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 9:15


This is an excerpt from the second half of Locust Radio episode 14. To get the full episode subscribe to Locust Review. In the second half of the episode, we continue to talk to Crystal Stella Becerril about making art as a human compulsion vs. making art for pleasure, how pleasure is distorted by capitalism, art and community, organizing for reproductive rights and unions, making art for our communities and working-class siblings and comrades, Theresa May wearing a Frida Kahlo bracelet, poetry zines, the Bluestockings cooperative bookstore, and more. Artists discussed include Vincent van Gogh, Abigail DeVille, Damien Hirst, Frida Kahlo, and more. Readings, music and books discussed include Crystal Stella Becceril, “Untitled”; Vanessa Jimenez Gabb, Images for Radical Politics (2016); Omnia Sol, "Dead internet" Locust Radio is hosted by Laura Fair-Schulz, Adam Turl, and Tish Turl; and produced by Omnia Sol and Alexander BIllet. Theme music by Omnia Sol. Original opening produced by Drew Franzblau.

The Latin Babbler Show
La Vida Poetry Poetry Reading with Edo Tastic

The Latin Babbler Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2022 28:48


Our poet this month is Edo Tastic a poet/writer/author that has been featured in readings with New Voices and The Inspired Word. He has read his poetry in venues like Cafe Con Libros in Brooklyn and Bluestockings in LES. 

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 50: Sense and Sensibility

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 50:32


In which we fall in and out of love, put all our feelings out there, and wish we had a little more Bronte in our Austen. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility plus the 1995 adaptation.

Bonnets At Dawn
S5.3, E3: Elizabeth Montagu and Bluestocking Drama w/Dr. Jack Orchard & Dr. Anna Louise Senkiw

Bonnets At Dawn

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 58:33


This week, we are talking to Dr. Jack Orchard and Dr. Anna Louise Senkiw, who are currently working on digitizing the letters of Elizabeth Montagu, noted literary influencer and Queen of the Bluestockings. We also discuss the poet Ann Yearsley, her feud with Hannah More, and how she is like Taylor Swift. You can access Montagu's letters online at http://emco.swansea.ac.uk/home/ And find Jack on Twitter @Jarona7

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 49: The Matrix Re-Examined

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 58:06


In which we do not believe in the power of love, discuss Trinity Syndrome, and face our doom stoically. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the The Matrix Trilogy.

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The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 48: The Haunting of Hill House

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 51:25


In which we break down the horrors of solitude, learn that ghosts will improve most stories, and, as always, expect more murder. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book The Haunting of Hill House.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 47: Derry Girls

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 42:21


In which we fangirl over a truly cracker friendship, empathize with a genuinely patient partner, and weigh the merits of Derry's Hot Priest. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV show Derry Girls.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Super Special: Summer of Love

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 48:38


Find yourself a shady spot and grab a beverage as the Bluestockings share the works that make them smile and bring happiness to their days.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 46: The Princess Diaries

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2021 61:01


In which we fail to do the homework, impart a heartfelt lesson on friendship and the sunk cost fallacy, and are annoyed by senseless adaptational changes. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and movie The Princess Diaries.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 45: The Mummy

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 54:20


In which we revel in the combined hotness of the cast, give props to strong female leads while also wishing for stronger female supporting characters, and unanimously agree on the high enjoyment levels of the movie. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1999 film The Mummy.    

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 44: Sailor Moon

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 62:28


In which we recall the dark days of fandom rarity, gush over magical "hairography," and share the Sailor Scout dreams of our heart. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1995 anime series Sailor Moon.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 43: Shrek & Shrek 2

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 54:30


In which we reminisce about kids' meal toys, fail to learn the moral of the story, and discover this tale about an ogre was created for young ladies of quality. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the movies Shrek and Shrek 2.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 42: Freaks and Geeks

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 57:14


In which we reminisce about our high school days, find little to rant about, and discover one more thing that Venns! All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1999 TV series Freaks and Geeks.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 41: Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 57:54


In which we establish the anti-Han Solo club of two, are fascinated by behind-the-scenes trivia, and keep breaking one fangirl's heart. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 40: 9 to 5

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 60:28


In which we fawn over female friendships, lament the lack of changes in the workplace, and wonder why Hollywood still hasn't learned from its past successes. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the film 9 to 5.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Christmas Special #4: The Bluestocking Circle's First Ever Cozy Favorites Episode!

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 23:42


Curl up with your fuzziest socks and beverage of choice as the Bluestockings share the works that bring them comfort and joy during the best of times and the worst of times.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 39: Emma and Clueless

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 54:35


In which we find much to love, agree on matters of fashion, and disagree on matters of the heart. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Jane Austen's Emma and the film Clueless.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 38: Ella Enchanted

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2020 64:09


In which we are flabbergasted by a fairytale retelling, discover an unexpected offscreen romance, and don't even know who we are anymore. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and movie Ella Enchanted.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 37: Misery

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 56:54


In which we may or may not have incriminated ourselves, rejoice over an Anne of Green Gables connection, and are troubled by the stereotypical male author. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and movie Misery.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 36: Candleshoe

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 51:20


In which we discover a shared love of music boxes, admire the many talents of a young Jodie Foster, and find a work that “Venn diagrams” in all the right places. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the classic Disney movie Candleshoe.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 35: Gravity Falls

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2020 54:31


In which we collectively sigh about boy-crazy phases, confess a childhood dream to become a paranormal investigator, and neglect to warn you this episode may be a fun hazard. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Gravity Falls.

Preciso Falar Para Não Esquecer
Bluestockings e ação coletiva feminina no século XVIII

Preciso Falar Para Não Esquecer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 7:45


As mulheres fundam clubes literários onde discutem seus papéis na sociedade.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 34: The Baby-Sitters Club

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 62:19


In which we reveal our BSC signs, wax nostalgic about book buying in the 90s, and debate the merits of updating classics. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss The Baby-Sitters Club.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 33: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 55:48


In which we welcome a newbie to the fold, crown a lady nerd fashion icon, and fall in love with the nostalgia of a (nearly) perfect 90s favorite. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 32: The Princess Bride

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 57:09


In which we begrudgingly appreciate an inconceivably convincing metafictional frame, discuss whether the movie is sometimes better than the book after all, and wound one of our own so deeply she is mostly dead by the end of the episode. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and film The Princess Bride.

Why Are People Into That?!
JB Brager:Fascism pt2

Why Are People Into That?!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 72:15


"That’s the sex appeal of fascism: the desire to be violated. To be cut through like butter and spread... Fascism is sexy because it’s dangerous, confident, and... leather! It’s scary and comforting at the same time, because you don’t have to make any decisions. We’re afraid of it because our power is taken away, and we want it because we want our power to be taken away." // CW: two Jewish anti-fascist leftist queers in Brooklyn talking about the history, aesthetics, and complicated erotic allegories of fascism. In Part Two: The empty symbolism of punk / Derek Jarman’s Jubilee, / Adam Ant’s "Deutscher Girls" / Are people jerking off to Mel Brook’s "Hitler Rap"? / Are gay skinheads fascist? / Yukio Mishima / Forced breeding and medical experiments / Adrienne Rich’s response to Susan Sontag’s NYRB essay / Slave Play // "Unless you contend with desire, you’re never gonna get anywhere.” // JB Brager is a writer and cartoonist living in Brooklyn NY, Lenape-ho-king. They are a founding editor of Pinko Magazine and founding host of the Bluestockings bookstore comics reading series In The Gutter. They hold a PhD in Women’s & Gender Studies from Rutgers University New Brunswick. They are on all social media as well as Patreon at @jbbrager See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Why Are People Into That?!
JB Brager:Fascism pt1

Why Are People Into That?!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 51:44


“What does our desire endorse?” // Content Warning: This episode features two Jewish leftist queers in Brooklyn talking about the history, aesthetics, and complicated erotic allegories of fascism. Some graphic references to torture from fictional films including Salò and The Night Porter. //In the first YAPIT recorded during the COVID-19 quarantine, JB Brager joins me remotely from their home to discuss the spectacle of fascism. Discussed: shiny shiny shiny boots of leather, Nazisploitation, the fashion inspirations of Night Porter, why Salò isn’t actually a BDSM film but could spark scene material, Cate Blanchett's Soviet jodhpurs, why the Borg don't understand dating, the gender politics of Ilsa, She Wolf of the SS, and this entire fucking 1975 Sontag quote: “Fascist aesthetics… flow from (and justify) a preoccupation with situations of control, submissive behavior, extravagant effort, and the endurance of pain... They endorse two seemingly opposite states, egomania and servitude. The relations of domination and enslavement take the form of a characteristic pageantry: the massing of groups of people; the turning of people into things; the multiplication or replication of things; and the groupings of people/ things around an all-powerful, hypnotic leader-figure or force... Fascist art glorifies surrender, it exalts mindlessness, it glamorizes death. Never before was the relation of masters and slaves so consciously aestheticized... Now there is a master scenario available to everyone. The color is black, the material is leather, the seduction is beauty, the justification is honesty, the aim is ecstasy, the fantasy is death.” // JB Brager is a writer and cartoonist living in Brooklyn NY, Lenape-ho-king. They are a founding editor of Pinko Magazine and founding host of the Bluestockings bookstore comics reading series In The Gutter. They hold a PhD in Women’s & Gender Studies from Rutgers University New Brunswick. They are on all social media as well as Patreon at @jbbrager See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 30: The Secret Garden

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 61:36


In which we discuss how children's literature has the power to shape our entire lives, rhapsodize about the romantic yet melancholic beauty of the moors, and wonder why west wings are forbidden. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and 1993 film The Secret Garden. 

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Episode 29: Star Trek: The Next Generation

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2020 53:08


In which we reveal our holodeck programs, do some feminist fawning, and wonder if Riker has been from the mirror universe this whole time. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Star Trek: The Next Generation.

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Episode 28: Pride and Prejudice

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2019 64:30


In which we try to make sense of Regency fashions, consider why Darcy is a more appealing Mr. Collins (hint: it's the house), and reveal all our catnip. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice plus the 1995 and 2005 adaptations.

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Episode 27: Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 55:30


In which we are delighted by the world's cutest detectives, discuss the original cosplay couple, and identify our later life goals. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence: The Secret Adversary and Partners in Crime.

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Episode 26: 10 Things I Hate About You

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2019 51:41


In which we discuss the questionable merits of 90s teen romance tropes, establish the Threshold of Bad™ in Shakespeare's plays, and explain why we love this movie despite its flaws. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the 1999 film 10 Things I Hate About You. Note: In the keynote, Gricel says 10 Things was released in May 1999 - she meant to say March 1999.

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In which we talk about constants of all kinds, rant about how they were not dead the whole time, and wax nostalgic about ABC, TGIF, UPN, VCR, VHS, and other acronyms. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Lost.

The Grand Sophy
Episode 3: Bluebells & Bluestockings

The Grand Sophy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2019 21:51


Eugenia is so upset following Sophy's outrageous behaviour  - driving her down St James' in her new high perch Phaeton  - that she retreats to her sister's house to recover her equilibrium.  Sophy finds herself fending off the boring Lord Bromford, and plans a trip to the country by way of escape. There's more about the Grand Sophy Podcast on Facebook and all Georgette Heyer's Regency romances are available to buy from Penguin books or The Grand Sophy website where there are lots more links. 

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Episode 24: I Capture the Castle

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 59:40


In which we stan a devoted dreamboat (#JusticeforStephen), discuss the merits (or not) of being an Austen vs. Bronte girl, and bemoan the lack of murder. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and film I Capture the Castle.

Reading Glasses
Ep 109 - When a Book is On a Bagel You Can Buy It Anytime and Matilda Sabal from the Bluestockings NYC Bookstore!

Reading Glasses

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 42:32


Brea and Mallory talk about their rules for buying books and interview Matilda Sabal from the Bluestockings NYC Bookstore! Use the hashtag #ReadingGlassesPodcast to participate in online discussion! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Sponsor - The Great Courses Plus TheGreatCoursesPlus.Com/Glasses Links - Reading Glasses Facebook Group Reading Glasses Goodreads Group Amazon Wish List   Newsletter    Veteran Reading Service     Bluestockings NYC https://twitter.com/bluestockings https://www.instagram.com/bluestockingsnyc/ Matilda's Instagram     Books Mentioned -  Afterlife with Archie by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Francesco Francavilla The Killer Across the Table by John E. Douglas and Mark Olshaker  City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert Care Work by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha Lee Autonomous by Annalee Newitz A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns by Archie Bongiovanni and Tristan Jimerson

Dig: A History Podcast
Secret Societies of Sapphos: Faro Ladies, Bluestockings, and Gendered Insults of Women’s Societies in 18th- and 19th-Century Britain

Dig: A History Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2019 52:56


Secret Societies & Clubs #4 of 4. London was a colorful place in the 1790s, full of vices that the Victorians took great pains to either criticize or euphemize in their histories of England: alcoholism, casual sex, venereal disease, child abandonment, vagrancy, unwed motherhood, and the list continues. To contemporaries, these were all areas of concern but one vice in particular took priority: gambling. Victorian historian John Ashton wrote that “the canker of gambling was surely eating into the very heart of the nation.” Why was gambling suddenly such a concern? Surely Britons had been gambling for centuries, playing cards, rolling dice, and placing wagers on aspects of every-day life since at least the times of the Picts (Iron Age). Your answer?... women were doing it. This week’s episode is about the exclusive Faro Ladies and a rival society that appeared, to all, to be their exact opposites, the Bluestockings. We, however, are not so sure… Read the transcript at digpodcast.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Laura Flanders Show
Feminists Writing History: Cherríe Moraga and Adrienne Maree Brown

The Laura Flanders Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2019 30:37


We go in-depth with two feminist authors and a feminist bookstore. First to Barnard College for a talk with Chicana activist and author Cherríe Moraga about her 1st book release in eight years. Then, a unique kind of activism from adrienne maree brown, whose latest bestselling book is an examination of activist pleasure. Lastly, a landmark feminist bookstore turns 20 years old. Music featured:  “Universal Woman” by Dana Byrd  featuring Tantra Zawadi and Rescue Poetix, courtesy of Mikki Afflick's Soul Sun Soul Music.  And music by Poddington Bear. Become a Patron at Patreon.  That's also where you'll find research materials related to this episode along with links and more on our guests. Write a podcast review at Apple Podcasts, share it via Twitter and include our tag @theLFShow, and you'll be entered in our raffle to win a pair of tickets to the July 28 boat party where proceeds will go to support this show.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 23: Zorro

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 56:24


In which we swoon over very vigorous swashbucklers, discuss the prevalence of machismo and marianismo in Latinx culture, and release the Spanglish. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the books The Curse of Capistrano and Zorro plus the movie The Mask of Zorro.

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Episode 22: Labyrinth

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2019 50:23


In which we experience a cult classic, have mixed feelings about Goblin Kings, and generally fangirl over the positive message about growing up without having to abandon childish things. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the film Labyrinth.

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Episode 21: Matilda

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019 59:21


In which we revisit a childhood favorite with adult eyes, explore how stories evolve over adaptations, and willfully ignore new additions to the Harry Potter oeuvre. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book, movie, and musical Matilda.

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Episode 20: Pacific Rim

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 48:12


In which we discuss the socioeconomics of disaster films, wonder about “bad feminism,” and fangirl over Mako Mori. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the film Pacific Rim.

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Episode 19: Star Trek & Galaxy Quest: The Cadet Edition

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2019 47:53


In which we boldly discuss the charm (or lack thereof) of Captain Kirk, learn about Star Trek's contribution to fandom, and consider the treatment of women in space operas, all while questioning the application of poorly blended eyeshadow. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Star Trek and the film Galaxy Quest.

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Episode 18: Futurama

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2019 48:44


In which we share how perceptions of stories change with age, discuss the dimensionality (or lack thereof) of female characters in science fiction, and bask in ultimate nerdness. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Futurama.

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Episode 17: Ancillary Justice

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2019 58:41


In which we examine the emotions and motivations of AI, debate what constitutes a "slow burn," and discuss how perception of gender affects characterization. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie.

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Episode 16: Bridget Jones's Diary

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2018 46:16


In which we discuss the relatability (or not) of Bridget Jones, consider depictions of women in the media and the “not like other girls” trope, and go off the rails at the sight of Colin "Pornstache" Firth. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding.

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Episode 15: Mary Poppins

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2018 58:06


In which we have a jolly holiday scrutinizing Mary and Bert's relationship, learn about the suffragettes' strategic use of kites in the fight for political equality, and discuss the Edwardian nanny's nebulous position in the household. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book and film (and musical) Mary Poppins.

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Episode 14: A Study in Sherlock

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2018 52:33


In which we examine notions of the “other” in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's era, share Sherlock trivia, and discuss the re-readability of mystery stories. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Sherlock Holmes.

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Episode 13: Sabriel

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2018 44:46


In which we gush over an excellent depiction of young womanhood, consider the undead, and tally the number of dead parents to date. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the book Sabriel by Garth Nix, part of the Abhorsen/Old Kingdom series.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Minisode 12.5: Feedback, Favorites, & First Impressions

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2018 11:05


Ashley delves deeper into the Batman universe, Bee reveals she is made of sterner stuff, and Gricel is pleasantly surprised by the Flash fandom (or "Flashdom").The lady nerds wrap up their Summer of Superheroes, reminisce about their first year as Bluestockings and podcasters, and announce the next work in the Bluestocking Circle lineup. Additionally, to celebrate their first anniversary, the Bluestockings provide a glimpse of how many bloopers it takes to complete an episode.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 12: The Flash

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2018 46:45


In which we righteously rage against poorly written (and/or dead) female characters, discuss the academic standings of fictional students, and explore how high school expectations are set by high school dramas. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the CW's superhero TV show The Flash.

Quoi de Meuf
#12 - Allez, salut les mecs !

Quoi de Meuf

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2018 39:55


Pour ce douzième et dernier épisode de la saison 1 de Quoi de meuf, Mélanie Wanga et Clémentine Gallot parlent de voyage.Du côté de la pop culture, vous retrouverez dans cet épisode les livres Mange, Prie, Aime et Wild, tous deux adaptés au cinéma, la série Gilmore Girls ainsi que le classique du 7e art Thelma et Louise.Enfin, Clémentine et Mélanie répondent à Elena qui cherche à se lancer en solo dans le monde la musique, encore largement dominé par la gent masculine.L’actu de Mélanie et Clémentine (00:43)Le thème de l’épisode : le voyage (03:00)Le moment Pop culture (26:19)Les recommandations culturelles (30:09)Le courrier des auditrices (34:44)Les références entendues dans l’épisodeFrida Kahlo par Frida Kahlo : Lettres 1922-1954 (2009), le recueil de correspondances de l’artisteLa librairie Bluestockings : 172 Allen St, New York, NY 10002, États-UnisNot That Bad : Dispatches from Rape Culture (2018), l’anthologie d’essais éditée par Roxane GayLes aventurières Nellie Bly, Jeanne Barret, Annie Londonderry et Alexandra David-NéelLa série The Knick (2014-2015), de Steven SoderberghLe livre Chez Soi : Une odyssée de l’espace domestique (2015), de Mona CholletLe blog La fille voyage, de l’autrice BD Aude MermilliodL’enquête de Tourdumondiste sur la sécurité des femmes voyageant seulesLe podcast La Bougeotte, co-animé par Laura Fernandez Rodriguez, Daisy Lorenzi et Marine PérinLe podcast Out There, animé par Willow BeldenLa plateforme On She Goes dédiée au voyage et adressée aux femmes de couleurLe site Travel NoireLe livre La Guide de Voyage : Paris (2018) de Charlotte Soulary, qui tient le blog éponymeLe site de Women of Paris, créé par Heid Evans et qui propose des promenades parisiennes sur l’histoire et l’influence des femmes dans la capitaleLe site Fat Girls Hiking, un groupe de randonnée body positive dans plusieurs villes américainesLe site de Girl Trek, un réseau de femmes noires qui font de la randonnéeLe blog Carnet de voyage féministe, tenu par Eva LunaLe webzine féministe et inclusif SimonaeLe site du magazine itinérant I HeartLe webzine Sassy Hong KongLe compte Instagram Visiter l’AfriqueLe livre Mange, Prie, Aime (2008) d’Elizabeth Gilbert, adapté au cinéma (2010) par Ryan Murphy avec Julia Roberts, James Franco et Javier BardemLe livre Wild (2012) de Cheryl Strayed, adapté au cinéma (2014) par Jean-Marc Vallée avec Reese WitherspoonLa série Gilmore Girls : A Year in the Life (2000-2017), par Amy Sherman-Palladino avec Lauren Graham et Alexis Bledel, séquel de Gilmore Girls dans lequel l’héroïne reproduit la marche de WildLe film Thelma et Louise (1991), par Ridley Scott, avec Geena Davis, Susan Sarandon, Harvey Keitel et Brad PittLe site du festival de musique itinérant Les Femmes s’en MêlentLes recommandations culturellesMélanie : la saison 2 de la série GLOW (Gorgeous Ladies Of Wrestling) (2018), par Liz Flahive et Carly Mensch, avec Alison Brie et Betty GilpinClémentine : le stand-up Happy To Be Here (2018) de Tig Notaro, sur NetflixCet épisode est rendu possible par La Servante Écarlate, le roman de Margaret Atwood, publié par Robert Laffont aux éditions Pavillons Poche. Un partenariat avec l'association Rêv'Elles.Pour retrouver le podcast Après la première page, c’est iciQuoi de Meuf est une émission de Mélanie Wanga et Clémentine Gallot produite par Nouvelles Écoutes. Réalisée par Aurore Meyer Mahieu, montée et mixée par Laurie Galligani.

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast
Episode 11: The Incredibles I & II

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2018 48:24


In which we play marriage counselor to an imaginary family, have a spirited debate about all the masculinities, and fret over fictional babies getting fictional rabies from fictional raccoons. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the Pixar films The Incredibles and Incredibles 2.

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Episode 10: Gotham by Gaslight

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2018 55:52


In which we travel to Victorian Gotham, pay homage to the London Detective, and consider the merits of Bruce Wayne as a Brontë hero. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss Gotham by Gaslight and a selection of BatCat works.

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Episode 9: Superman: The Seminar

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2018 58:07


In which we acknowledge the one true ship, look up to Lois Lane, and lament the loss of obligatory musical numbers in superhero films. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss a selection of Superman stories.

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Episode 8: Star Wars IV and Spaceballs: A Ludicrous Hope

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2018 52:35


In which we find surprising links to other popular franchises, examine the value of “children's works,” and discuss the importance of developing your story's plot arcs in a timely fashion. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the films Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope and Spaceballs.

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Episode 7: Howl's Moving Castle

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2018 55:24


In which we gush over the magic of Diana Wynne Jones, examine the tropes of Japanese storytelling, and beam over the varied roles of female characters. All this and more as the Bluestockings share their thoughts on the novel and film Howl's Moving Castle.

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Episode 6: Pushing Daisies

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2018 51:32


In which we discuss the right balance between fantasy and realism in romance, the rise and fall of the Manic Pixie Dream Girl, and the legal and ethical ramifications of drugged pies. All this and more as the Bluestockings discuss the TV series Pushing Daisies.

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Episode 5: The Secret of NIMH

The Bluestocking Circle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2018 35:30


In which we discuss gender and personality traits, defend the importance of real science, and contrast modern romantic and medieval courtly love. All this and more as the Bluestockings share their thoughts on the film The Secret of NIMH.

It's Like DnD
015 - Striking Them Out With Your Game's Pitch.

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2017 48:38


015 - Striking Them Out With Your Game's Pitch   0:15 Fan Expo Canada 07:20 Game Mechanics We Love 07:40 Golden Sky Stories - Dreams 13:08 Deliria - Three secrets, three things you want, three things in your way.   16:43 Houses of the Blooded - What are you wearing and what does it say about you? 25:41 Fall of Magic - The invitation to ask questions to other players. 31:00 Pitching Your Game Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.caCheck out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.caCheck out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.comIf you want to ask us a question or have a topic you think we should discuss, please send an e-mail to info@itslikednd.caOur intro song is Energy by Bensound.com

It's Like DnD
014 - Barbarians at the Gates

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2017 45:48


It’s Like DnD 014 -  Barbarians at the Gates 0:20 Queen City Conquest 5:00 Apocalypse World 7:00 Dungeons & Dragons 9:40 My Little Pony - Tails of Equestria 12:50 Apocalypse World: Fallen Empires 16:20 Urban Shadows 19:00 Gatekeeping 36:22 Johnstone Metzger is creating Monthly Monsters for Role-Playing Games 38:00 Houses of the Blooded 42:00 Bullwinkle and Rocky Role Playing Party Game Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.caCheck out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.caCheck out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.comIf you want to ask us a question or have a topic you think we should discuss, please send an e-mail to info@itslikednd.caOur intro song is Energy by Bensound.com

It's Like DnD
013 - Driving Games Crazy

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2017 93:17


013 - Driving Games Crazy Recorded April 14, 2017    01:17 Fallen Empires by Vincent Baker   02:25 Dungeon World by Sage LaTorra and Adam Koebel   02:46 Golden Sky Stories by Ryo Kamiya   04:31 Apocalypse World by Meguey Baker and Vincent Baker   08:08 Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman   11:57 Lost in the Rain by Vivien Feasson   21:18 The Spirit of 77 by David Kizzia and Bob Richardson   25:13 Ten Candles by Stephen Dewey   34:27 Dread by Epidiah Ravachol   34:49 Maschine Zeit by Machine Age Productions   37:54 The Sprawl by Hamish Cameron   47:46 Monsterhearts 2 by Avery Alder   55:49 Vampire: The Masquerade by Whitewolf Games   55:58 Tremulus by Sean Preston   56:33 Everyone is John   57:17 Are You Mental? By Robert Turk   62:35 Summerland by Greg Saunders   71:39 Penny for My Thoughts by Paul Tevis   75:54 When the Dark is Gone by Becky Annison   76:44 Don’t Rest Your Head by Fred Hicks   78:50 Don’t Lose Your Mind by Benjamin Baugh   PLUGS Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com If you want to ask us a question or have a topic you think we should discuss, please send an e-mail to info@itslikednd.ca Our intro song is Energy by Bensound.com  

It's Like DnD
011 - Right In The Gaming Feels

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2017 69:19


011 - Right In The Gaming Feels   Recorded February 20th, 2017   00:20 - Monsterhearts 2 by Avery Alder https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/averyalder/monsterhearts-2   17:05 The Sprawl by Hamish Cameron - http://www.ardens.org/games/the-sprawl/   30:01 The Veil by Fraser Simons - http://samjoko.storenvy.com/products/18645202-the-veil-print-pdf-combo   30:01 Headspace by Mark Richardson - http://www.greenhatdesigns.com/?project=head-space   34:49 Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/   49:52 Amidst Endless Quiet by Ben Lehman - http://www.tao-games.com/amidst-endless-quiet/   PLUGS   Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus Our intro song is Energy by Bensound.com

It's Like DnD
010 - The Canadian Dreamation Was So Far Away

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2017 58:52


010 - The Canadian Dreamation Was So Far Away   Recorded February 20th, 2017   05:43 Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman/Heart of the Deernicorn - http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-scroll-edition/   12:31 Space Wurm vs Moonicorn by Johnstone Metzger - http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/169564/Space-Wurm-vs-Moonicorn   12:48 The Watch by Anna Kreider and Andrew Medeiros - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/medeiros/the-watch-rpg   15:34 Swords Without Master by Epidiah Ravachol - http://www.worldswithoutmaster.com/swords-without-master/   19:02 Kagematsu by Danielle Lewon - https://sites.google.com/site/creamaliengames/Home/kagematsu-the-rpg   23:10 Raspberry Heaven by Ewen Cluney - http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/156194/Raspberry-Heaven   24:01 Ryuutama by Atsuhiro Okada - http://kotohi.com/ryuutama/   31:27 Mars 244 by Rachel E S Walton   36:40 Chuubo’s Marvelous Wish Granting Engine by Jenna Moran - http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/134196/Chuubos-Marvelous-WishGranting-Engine   44:15 Carry: A Game About War by Nathan Paoletta - http://ndpdesign.com/carry-a-game-about-war/   48:52 Velvet Glove by Sarah Richardson - http://www.magpiegames.com/product/velvet-glove-notebook-edition-printpdf/   PLUGS   Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus Our intro song is Energy by Bensound.com  

It's Like DnD
009 - Saving Sunshine Actual Play

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2017 50:41


009 - Saving Sunshine Actual Play This episode was recorded on January 14th, 2017 and January 17th, 2017 In this episode we review and provide our reactions to Saving Sunshine, a LARP by Krissy Bullock.  We also present the ~40 minute actual play of our game beginning at 08:30.  In Saving Sunshine we took on the roles of a committee tasked to decide the fate of a young up-and-coming child star recently diagnosed with a rare, deadly illness. This LARP asked us to consider the many relevant, conflicting factors of her case before deciding if Sunshine will undergo an experimental treatment. Special thanks to Agatha C, Marc-André Laurence, and Sara McMillen for playing with us.  Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus It’s Like DnD is now on iTunes http://goo.gl/HRY4xr Our intro song is Energy by Bensound.com      

It's Like DnD
008 - Killing Games For Fun and Profit

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2017 73:23


008 - Killing Games For Fun and Profit This episode was recorded on January 17th, 2017   00:28 - It’s Like DnD on iTunes! - https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-like-dnd/id1190443140   00:59 - Shooting the Moon by Emily Care Boss - http://www.blackgreengames.com/lcn/2016/7/24/romance-trilogy   05:30 - Under my Skin by Emily Care boss http://www.blackgreengames.com/lcn/2016/7/24/romance-trilogy   05:32 - Breaking the Ice by Emily Care Boss http://www.blackgreengames.com/lcn/2016/7/24/romance-trilogy   09:53 - Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/   11:34 - The X-Card by John Stavropoulos - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SB0jsx34bWHZWbnNIVVuMjhDkrdFGo1_hSC2BWPlI3A/edit   11:48 - The Prize by Emily Care Boss - http://www.blackgreengames.com/lcn/2016/7/24/romance-trilogy   11:51 - Breakout Gaming Convention - https://breakoutcon.com/   12:08 - Sunday Morning Swords (Swords Without Master) by Epidiah Ravachol - http://www.worldswithoutmaster.com/swords-without-master/   12:48 - Witch: The Road to Lindisfarne by Pomply Crew Design - https://www.ukroleplayers.com/witch/   17:24 - Hell 4 Leather by Prince of Darkness Games - http://princeofdarknessgames.com/Hell4Leather/index.htm   20:32 - Call of Cthulhu by Chaosium - http://www.chaosium.com/call-of-cthulhu-rpg/   20:46 - Fate Accelerated by Evil Hat Productons - http://www.evilhat.com/home/fae/   22:47 - Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/   24:37 - Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman - http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-scroll-edition/   25:00 - Fox tokens for Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rosscowman/fall-of-magic-100-foxes?ref=user_menu   26:17 - Monsterhearts 2 by Avery Alder - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/averyalder/monsterhearts-2   27:56 - Undying by Paul Riddle - http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/174206/Undying   34:23 - The Hour Between Dog and Wolf by Matt Gwinn - https://www.errantknightgames.biz/thbdaw   36:32 - Space Wurm vs Moonicorn by Johnstone Metzger - http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/169564/Space-Wurm-vs-Moonicorn   40:01 - Masks by Brendan Conway - http://www.magpiegames.com/masks/   49:27 - Marvel Heroic Roleplaying by Margaret Weis Productons - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvel_Heroic_Roleplaying   59:13 - Apocalypse World by Vincent Baker - http://apocalypse-world.com/   71:20 - Summerland by Greg Saunders - https://www.rpg.net/reviews/archive/14/14187.phtml   72:00 - Dungeons and Dragons: 5th Edition - http://dnd.wizards.com/   Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus It’s Like DnD is now on iTunes http://goo.gl/HRY4xr Our intro song is Energy by Bensound.com

It's Like DnD
007 - Great Expectations

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2017 74:15


007 - Great Expectations This episode was recorded on December 14th, 2016   00:27 Sagas of the Icelanders by Gregor Vuga - http://redmoosegames.blogspot.ca/2012/03/sagas-of-icelanders-playbooks-and-mc.html   01:02 Yule Cat - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yule_Cat   01:42 The Man playbook hack by Catherine Ramen - https://plus.google.com/100252886773770950140/posts/T5wtZXBWcGg?sfc=true   02:52 Hillfolk rpg by Robin Laws - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/hillfolk/   12:46 Grimm World’s Battle Master playbook by Trenton Kennedy Greyoak - http://www.boldlygames.com/grimworld/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/DW_Battlemaster_Preview.png   12:54 Life on Mars by Ross Cowman - http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/life-on-mars-print-edition/   13:04 Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman - http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-scroll-edition/   22:44 Seven Wonders by Pelgrane Press - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/seven-wonders-a-story-games-anthology-2/   22:51 Before the Storm by Joanna Piancastelli - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/seven-wonders-a-story-games-anthology-2/   22:56 Nemesis 382 by Alex Helm - https://rpggeek.com/rpg/33943/nemesis-382   27:12 Breakout Gaming Convention - https://breakoutcon.com/   27:13 Dreamation - http://www.dexposure.com/d2017.html   27:17 IPR - Indie Press Revolution - http://www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/   27:34 Bits and Mortar - http://www.bits-and-mortar.com/   27:42 Magpie Games - http://www.magpiegames.com/   27:45 Evil Hat Productions - http://www.evilhat.com/home/   30:48 When the Dark is Gone by Becky Annison - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/seven-wonders-a-story-games-anthology-2/   30:56 Rise and Fall by Elizabeth Lovegrove - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/seven-wonders-a-story-games-anthology-2/   31:06 Witch: The Road to Lindisfarne by Pompey Crew, Richard Lacy and Kevin Barthaud - https://www.ukroleplayers.com/witch/   31:19 Dream Askew by Avery Alder - http://buriedwithoutceremony.com/dream-askew/   33:59 Annalise by Nathan D Paoletta - http://ndpdesign.com/annalise/   34:27 Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/   49:46 The X-Card by John Stavropolous - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SB0jsx34bWHZWbnNIVVuMjhDkrdFGo1_hSC2BWPlI3A/edit   52:35 The Hour Between Dog and Wolf by Matt Gwinn - http://www.errantknightgames.biz/thbdaw   53:32 The Forgotten by Andrew Medeiros - http://www.northfiregames.com/the-forgotten/   53:33 Anna Kreider - https://gomakemeasandwich.wordpress.com/   55:40 Bluebeard’s Bride by Sarah Richardson, Strix Beltran, and Marissa Kelly - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1921129910/bluebeards-bride   55:54 #Feminism a nano game anthology - https://feministnanogames.wordpress.com/   56:11 Undying by Paul Riddle- https://enigmamachinations.com/category/rpg/role-playing-game/role-playing-game-design/undying/   57:21 Monsterhearts 2 by Avery Alder - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/averyalder/monsterhearts-2   59:22 Nanowrimo - http://nanowrimo.org/   60:26 Epyllion by Marissa Kelly - http://www.magpiegames.com/epyllion/   61:59 Houses of the Blooded by John Wick - http://housesoftheblooded.net/   64:26 Gumshoe/ Trail of Cthulhu by Kenneth Hite and Robin Laws - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/category/products/trail-of-cthulhu/   65:04 The Armitage Files by Robin Laws - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/the-armitage-files/   65:13 Bookhounds of London by Kenneth Hite - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/21387/   65:15 Dreamhounds of Paris by Robin Laws - http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/dreamhounds-of-paris/   66:27 Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff - http://www.kenandrobintalkaboutstuff.com/   67:11 Blades in the Dark by John Harper - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2080350433/blades-in-the-dark   69:09 Thou Art But A Warrior by Anna Kreider - http://browserbeware.com/tabaw/   69:11 Polaris by Ben Lehman - http://www.tao-games.com/polaris/   69:33 Hot Guys Making Out by Ben Lehman - http://www.tao-games.com/hot-guys-making-out/   70:17 Breakout Gaming Convention - https://breakoutcon.com/   72:20 Tales from the Loop by Simon Stålenhag - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cabinetentertainment/simon-stalenhags-tales-from-the-loop   72:21 Eden by Marc Hobbs - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1802720588/eden-5   72:22 Home by Dark by Protagonist Industries - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/protagonist-ind/home-by-dark-a-story-game-of-hope-and-fear?ref=user_menu   72:39 Unbound by Grant Howitt - http://unboundrpg.com/   Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus It's Like DnD is now on iTunes http://goo.gl/HRY4xr    Theme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

It's Like DnD
006 - I Never Metatopia I Didn’t Like

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2016 57:15


006 - I Never Metatopia I Didn’t Like This episode was recorded on December 14th, 2016   00:17 Metatopia - http://www.dexposure.com/m2016.html 01:09 Stinkiest Mall in the World - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/index.html?curid=2197040 01:28 Garlic Knots - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garlic_knot 04:08 Dreamation - http://www.dexposure.com/d2017.html 04:18 Gather by Stephen Dewey - https://www.patreon.com/stephendewey/posts 04:39 Ten candles by Stephen Dewey - http://cavalrygames.com/ten-candles 15:42 NP by Matthew McFarland - http://growlingdoorgames.com/ 17:23 Apocalypse World by Vincent Baker - http://apocalypse-world.com/ 20:14 Saving the Sunshine by Krissy Bullock - https://plus.google.com/u/0/113351837500816904667 20:29 The Tribunal by J. Tuomas Harviainen - https://nordiclarp.org/wiki/The_Tribunal 28:35 Amanda Valentine - http://www.ayvalentine.com/ 28:35 Avonelle Wing - http://www.dexposure.com/ 28:36 Fred Hicks - http://www.deadlyfredly.com/ 28:36 Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/ 29:17 Toxic Masculinity Panel with Taylor Stokes, Jay Sylvano, Avonelle Wing, Jason Pitre Tayler Stokes - https://plus.google.com/+TaylerStokes Jay Sylvano - http://www.gamestogather.org/ Avonelle Wing - http://www.dexposure.com/ Jason Pitre - http://www.genesisoflegend.com/ 32:49 Wil Wheaton - http://wilwheaton.net/ 32:57 Two player rpg lists - http://makebigthings.com/2-player-rpgs/ 33:37 Toronto Area Gamers - www.torontoareagamers.com 34:14 Alex Roberts - http://oneshotpodcast.com/author/alex-roberts/ 34:54 Marvel Heroic Roleplaying - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvel_Heroic_Roleplaying 34:55 Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/ 34:56 Houses of the Blooded by John Wick - http://housesoftheblooded.net/ 35:15 Mars Colony 39 Dark by Tim C Koppang - http://www.tckroleplaying.com/39dark/ 35:17 Mars Colony by Tim C Koppang - http://www.tckroleplaying.com/marscolony/index.html 35:54 The Hour Between Dog and Wolf by Matt Gwinn - http://www.errantknightgames.biz/thbdaw 36:01 183 Days from Tiny Knives - http://www.drivethrucards.com/product/144510/183-Days 36:25 Boldly Go by Geoff Bottone - https://www.facebook.com/geoffquestbottone/ 39:02 Zombie World by Mark Diaz Truman - http://www.magpiegames.com/ 39:12 Neall Raemonn Price of Scion - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/200664283/scion-2nd-edition-tabletop-rpg 39:15 Jason Cordova of the Gauntlet Podcast - http://www.gauntlet-rpg.com/ 41:56 Jason Morningstar of Bully Pulpit Games - http://bullypulpitgames.com/about/jason/ 44:44 Issues the Comic Book Continuity game by Chris O’Neil of 9th Level Games - http://9thlevel.com/wp/ 45:48 Nanowrimo - http://nanowrimo.org/ 48:55 Robin from Monsterhearts/Urban Shadows - http://facesofbluestockings.blogspot.ca/2016/09/inactive-robin-winthorpe.html 48:55 Monstehearts by Avery Alder - http://buriedwithoutceremony.com/monsterhearts/ 49:54 Robin’s story - http://robinreturns.blogspot.ca/ 51:35 Breakout - https://breakoutcon.com/ 53:10 Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman - http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-scroll-edition/ 53:28 Anna Kreider’s Birthday - https://gomakemeasandwich.wordpress.com/ 54:27 Life on Mars by Ross Cowman - http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/life-on-mars-print-edition/ 54:31 Space Wurm vs Moonicorn by Johnstone Metzger - http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/169564/Space-Wurm-vs-Moonicorn 55:04 Swords Without Master by Epidiah Ravachol - https://dig1000holes.wordpress.com/swords-without-master-2/ 55:12 Raspberry Heaven by Ewen Cluney - https://yarukizerogames.com/tag/raspberry-heaven/ 55:49 Ryuutama by Atsuhiro Okada - http://kotohi.com/ryuutama/   Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus Theme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

It's Like DnD
005 - Beyond the Con Crash

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2016 96:56


, It’s Like DnD 005 - Beyond the Con Crash Gaming at Fan Expo Canada with Justin Mohareb Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League  Lenore, Clare and Stephanie are the saviors of Fan Expo! Blue Rose and Titansgrave with Nicole Lindroos Slashing the Vale with Emily Care Boss Swords Without Master and the Dread Geas of Duke Vulku with Epidiah Ravachol Pugmire with Eddy Webb  Fate of the Norns with Andrew Valkauskas Fate of the Norns Vanagard with Christopher Challice  The Arena by Kate Bullock  Night Witches by Jason Morningstar METATOPIA 2016; Avonelle Wing is our hero! Anna Kreider is also our hero! Queen City Conquest with Mark Knapik Johnstone Metzger's Space Wurm vs. Moonicorn! #SundayAMSwords Phil Vecchione from Misdirected Mark, Encoded Designs, and Gnome Stew Senda and Emily from the She’s a Super Geek Podcast Apocalypse World by Vincent Baker and Meguey Baker Dungeon World by Sage LaTorra and Adam Koebel Urban Shadows by Mark Diaz Truman and Andrew Medeiros Savage Worlds by Shane Hensley Fate Core by Leonard Balsera, Brian Engard, Jeremy Keller, Ryan Macklin, Mike Olson, Fred Hicks, and Rob Donoghue Buffalo Fate Corps Rogue Cthulhu Golden Sky Stories and Fantasy Friends by Ewen Cluney Baby Bestiary Mutant Chronicles 3rd Edition by Jay Little, John Dunn, Jason Marker and Dave Allen Star Wars Edge of the Empire by Dave Allen, Shawn Carman and Jay Little Toronto Area Gamers NaNoWriMo 2016  Breakout 2017 Ben Roboly's awesome art! Masks: A New Generation by Brendan Conway Monsterhearts by Avery Alder Seven Wonders by Pelgrane Press Before the Storm by Joanna Piancastelli Nemesis 382 by Alex Helm Crossroads Carnival by Kate Bullock Monster of the Week by Michael Sands and Steve Hickey Bluebeard's Bride by Whitney "Strix" Beltran, Marissa Kelly, Sara Richardson The Watch by Anna Kreider and Andrew Medeiros Gattaibushido:FUSION! Mecha Pilot RPG by Nathanael Cole Mobile Frame Zero Firebrands by Vincent Baker Ki Khanga: The Sword and Soul Role Playing Game by Milton Davis and Balogun Ojetade Nyambe: African Adventures by Chris Dolunt Necessary Evil by Clint Black, Shane Lacy Hensley, and Scott Pyle Scion Second Edition by Onyx Path Publishing, Richard Thomas, Neall Raemonn Price, Rose Bailey, Whitney "Strix" Beltran, Geoffrey McVey, James Mendez Hodes,  KickStarter Part 2: The Only Way to Fix the Problem is to BUY GAMES BY WOMEN Brie Sheldon's Five or So Questions with Geoffrey McVey on Scion 2nd Edition 7th Sea by John Wick, Mark Diaz Truman, Mike Curry, Marissa Kelly, Thomas Deeny, Hannah Shaffer, James Mendez Hodes, Shoshana Kessock, Danielle Lauzon, Liz Chaipraditkul, Jerry Grayson, Ben Woerner, Rob Justice Prince Valiant® Storytelling Game by Greg Stafford, Stewart Wieck Swords & Wizardry Complete Rulebook 3rd Printing by Stacy Dellorfano,  Matthew Finch Eden by Marc Hobbs, Caroline Hobbs,  Follow by Ben Robbins Home By Dark by Jason Olson Perseverant RPG by Ben Dutter City of Mist by Amít Moshe Sexism and Gender Issues in Tabletop Gaming by Kees Schuller Playing Safe: Making Women Welcome by Kate Bullock ---------------------------------------------------------- PLUGS Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus Theme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

It's Like DnD
004 - RPG Every Day

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2016


It’s Like DnD 004 - RPG Every Day This episode was recorded on August 15th, 2016 RPG A DAY RPG a Day http://www.brigadecon.org/rpgaday2016/ September 25th - What makes for a good character? September 10th - Largest in-game surprise you have experienced? Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game by Greg Costikyan https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars:_The_Roleplaying_Game Apocalypse World by Vincent Baker and Meguey Baker http://apocalypse-world.com/ Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/ Don’t Rest Your Head by Fred Hicks http://www.evilhat.com/home/dont-rest-your-head-2/ September 13th - What makes a successful campaign. Bubblegumshoe by Emily Care Boss, Kenneth Hite, and Lisa Steele http://www.evilhat.com/home/bubblegumshoe/ Monsterhearts by Avery Alder http://buriedwithoutceremony.com/monsterhearts/ FALL OF MAGIC Jiffycon by Emily Care Boss http://jiffycon.blogspot.ca/ Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-scroll-edition/ Sentinels of the Multiverse by Christopher Badell, Adam Rebottaro, Paul Bender https://sentinelsofthemultiverse.com/ GEN CON JEALOUSY Andrew Medeiros http://www.northfiregames.com/ Epyllion by Marissa Kelly http://www.magpiegames.com/epyllion/ Fate of the Norns by Andrew Valkauskas http://www.fateofthenorns.com/ ENnie Awards http://www.ennie-awards.com/blog/ IDGN Groundbreaker Awards http://www.igdnonline.com/indie-groundbreaker-awards/ Diana Jones Award http://www.dianajonesaward.org/ Eric Lang http://www.ericmlang.com/ Cat Tobin, Pelgrane Press http://pelgranepress.com 183 Days by Sara Williamson and James Stuart http://www.drivethrucards.com/product/144510/183-Days Snow White by Jonathan G. Nelson http://adventureaweek.com/ A Real Game by Caitlynn Belle http://caitlynnbelle.com/?page_id=300 If I Ran The Zoo Con by Leslie Turek, et. al http://www.nesfa.org/press/Books/TurekRunCon-4.htm Singularity by Caitlynn Belle and Josh Jordan http://caitlynnbelle.com/?page_id=323 (Josh, so sorry I blanked on your name when we were recording! - Rob) Invisible Sun by Monte Cook Games http://invisiblesunrpg.com/ Star Wars: Edge of the Empire by Dave Allen, Shawn Carman and Jay Little of Fantasy Flight Games https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/star-wars-edge-of-the-empire/ Burning Wheel Luke Crane https://www.burningwheel.com/ Burning Wheel Codex Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/burningwheel/the-burning-wheel-codex/description Hillfolk by Robin Laws http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/hillfolk/ Deliria by Phil Brucato https://www.patreon.com/philbrucato The Gamers Movie by Dead Gentlemen Productions http://deadgentlemen.com/projects/the-gamers-series/the-gamers/ Velvet Glove: Notebook Edition by Sarah Richardson http://www.magpiegames.com/product/velvet-glove-notebook-edition-printpdf/ The Veil: Cyberpunk RPG by Fraser Simons https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/samjokopublishing/the-veil-cyberpunk-rpg Cartel by Mark Diaz Truman http://www.magpiegames.com/cartel-ashcan-edition/ Night Witches by Jason Morningstar http://bullypulpitgames.com/games/night-witches/ SOME OTHER TOPICS Simple Superheroes by Joshua Kitz http://www.composedreamgames.com/pages/simplesuperheroes.php The Starlit Kingdom by Anna Kreider http://browserbeware.com/games/ Fraser Ronald on Book Signing http://swordsedge.ca/2016/03/signage/ Hope Inhumanity by Derek Gour https://hope-inhumanity.com/ PLUGS Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus Check out Sparkle Dice Alliance at http://sparkledice.com Breakout Gaming Convention is March 10-12! Go to http://breakoutcon.com for more information about the convention! #BreakoutCon Theme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

It's Like DnD
003 - We don't care about your elf's tight pants!

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2016 61:19


It’s Like DnD 003 - We don't care about your elf's tight pants! TAG’s 10th BIRTHDAY PARTY! 00:20 - Toronto Area Gamers http://torontoareagamers.com 00:40 - Mobile Frame Zero: Firebrands by Vincent Baker https://payhip.com/b/nhBY 01:30 - D&D Adventurers League http://dndadventurersleague.org/ 02:20 - Masks by Brendan G. Conway http://www.magpiegames.com/masks/ 04:25 - Fantasy Friends by Ewen Cluney and Golden Sky Stories by Ryo Kamiya translated by Ewen Cluney http://starlinepublishing.com/our-games/golden-sky-stories/ 09:20 - The Watch by Anna Kreider http://browserbeware.com/games/ and Andrew Medeiros http://www.northfiregames.com/ 15:40 - Hope Inhumanity by Derek Gour https://hope-inhumanity.com/ DOWNFALL 16:30 - Downfall by Caroline Hobbs https://lessthanthreegames.com/downfall/ PLAYTESTING THE ARENA 23:30 - The Arena by Kate Bullock http://bluestockings.ca FANTASY ROLEPLAYING GAMES 30:20 - Dungeons & Dragons 3rd Edition by Monte Cook, Jonathan Tweet, and Skip Williams 30:21 - Dungeons & Dragons 2nd Edition by David "Zeb" Cook 30:22 - Dungeons & Dragons v.3.5 by Monte Cook, Jonathan Tweet, and Skip Williams 30:27 - Pathfinder by Jason Bulmahn http://paizo.com/pathfinderRPG 30:28 - 13th Age by Rob Heinsoo, Jonathan Tweet http://site.pelgranepress.com/index.php/category/products/13th-age/ 30:30 - Grim World by Deanna Nygren and Trenton Kennedy http://www.boldlygames.com/grimworld/ 30:31 - Dungeon World by Sage LaTorra and Adam Koebel http://www.dungeon-world.com/ 30:34 - Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition by Rob Heinsoo, Andy Collins, James Wyatt 30:36 - Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition by Mike Mearls, Jeremy Crawford, Rodney Thompson, Peter Lee, James Wyatt, Robert J. Schwalb, Bruce R. Cordell and the rest of the Wizards of the Coast D&D Team http://dnd.wizards.com/ 30:39 - GURPS 4th Edition by Steve Jackson, Sean M. Punch, and David L. Pulver http://www.sjgames.com/gurps/ 30:40 - Dragon Age by Chris Pramas and Nicole Lindroos https://greenronin.com/dragonagerpg/ 31:00 - A Song of Ice and Fire Roleplaying by Robert J. Schwalb https://greenronin.com/sifrp/ 32:30 - Savage Worlds by Shane Lacy Hensley https://www.peginc.com/product-category/savage-worlds/ 33:00 - Eberron Campaign Setting by Keith Baker, Bill Slavicsek, and James Wyatt 33:30 - Legends of Anglerre by Sarah Newton, Chris Birch, Mike Chinn, David Donachie, Doug Laedtke, Tom Miskey, Mike Olson, and Marc Reyes 33:31 - Starblazer Adventures by Chris Birch, Stuart Newman, David Donachie and Douglas Nicol 33:45 - Castles and Crusades by Davis Chenault and Mac Golden http://www.trolllord.com/cnc/ 34:15 - Dragon Slayers Fiasco Playset by Logan Bonner http://bullypulpitgames.com/downloads/december-playset-dragon-slayers-2/  for Fiasco by Jason Morningstar http://bullypulpitgames.com/games/fiasco/ 36:00 - Werewolf the Forsaken by Carl Bowen, Conrad Hubbard, Rick Jones, James Kiley, Matthew McFarland, Adam Tinworth http://theonyxpath.com/category/worlds/chroniclesofdarkness/werewolftheforsaken/ 36:05 - Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game by Greg Costikyan 36:10 - In a Wicked Age by Vincent Baker http://www.lumpley.com/wicked.html 47:10 - Fate of the Norns by Andrew Valkauskas http://www.fateofthenorns.com/ 49:25 - Ryuutama: Natural Fantasy RPG by Atsuhiro Okada, translated by Matt Sanchez and Andy Kitkowski. http://kotohi.com/ryuutama/ 56:55 - Blue Rose by Jeremy Crawford, Dawn Elliot, Stephen Kenson, John Snead, Nicole Lindroos and Chris Pramas http://blueroserpg.com/ 57:10 - Iron Claw by Jason Holmgren, Erik Coons, Adam Lindberg, Frederick Stanton, Pieter Van Heil, Ted Wadsworth and Ben Wong http://www.sanguinegames.com/ironclaw/ 58:30 - Swords without Master by Epidiah Ravachol http://www.worldswithoutmaster.com/swords-without-master/ . Check out #SundayAMSwords too! https://plus.google.com/u/0/explore/SundayAMSwords PLUGS Our podcast is at http://itslikednd.ca Fan Expo Canada is September 1-4th if you’re going be sure to swing by the RPG room to come say hi and play games with us! http://fanexpocanada.com/gaming-attractions/ Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplusTheme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

It's Like DnD
002 - What's an Urban Fantasy?

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2016 87:30


It's Like DnD 002 - What's an Urban Fantasy?   JIFFY CON 0:00:20 Jiffy Con by Emily Care Boss http://jiffycon.blogspot.ca/ 0:01:10 Ten Candles by Stephen Dewey http://cavalrygames.com/ten-candles/ 0:06:50 Beyond Our Walls by Robert Bohl. https://plus.google.com/u/0/+RobertBohl/posts/2ShxWWpXTQB 0:07:50 Joshua A.C. Newman is responsible for the phallic art direction of Beyond Our Walls. http://glyphpress.com/ 0:10:10 Hearts Blazing by Glenn Given of Games by Play Date. http://www.gamesbyplaydate.com/hearts-blazing/ 0:18:30 Modern Myths http://modern-myths.com/ 0:18:45 Downfall by Caroline Hobbs https://lessthanthreegames.com/downfall/ 0:19:45 Mobile Frame Zero: Firebrands by Vincent Baker https://payhip.com/b/nhBY 0:20:05 Mobile Frame Zero by Joshua A.C. Newman http://mobileframezero.com/ 0:24:30 Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman http://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/fall-of-magic-scroll-edition/ 0:27:45 X-Card by John Stavropoulos http://tinyurl.com/x-card-rpg   EXPECTATIONS FOR KICKSTARTERS 0:29:30 Hamish Cameron’s comment in response to Episode 01 of It’s Like DnD https://plus.google.com/u/0/117694340632268764245/posts/FW5oveHyj2f 0:31:00 Red Markets by Caleb Stokes https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/159466030/red-markets 0:32:00 The Veil by Fraser Simons https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/samjokopublishing/the-veil-cyberpunk-rpg 0:33:00 Sagas of the Icelanders by Gregor Vuga redmoosegames.blogspot.ca/2012/03/sagas-of-icelanders-playbooks-and-mc.html   THE VEIL PLAYTEST 0:38:10 The Veil by Fraser Simons https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/samjokopublishing/the-veil-cyberpunk-rpg 0:42:00 Apocalypse World by Vincent Baker http://apocalypse-world.com/   0:46:15 URBAN FANTASY ROLEPLAYING GAMES 0:50:20 d20 Modern by Bill Slavicsek, Jeff Grubb, Rich Redman, Charles Ryan, Wizards of the Coast 0:50:38 Vampire the Masquerade by Mark Rein-Hagen, Graeme Davis, Tom Dowd, Lisa Stevens, Stewart Wieck, White Wolf Publishing 0:50:45 Changeling the Dreaming by Mark Rein·Hagen, Sam Chupp, Ian Lemke, Joshua Gabriel Timbrook, White Wolf Publishing 0:50:55 The Dresden Files Roleplaying Game by Leonard Balsera http://www.evilhat.com/home/dresden-files-rpg/ 0:52:50 Cybergeneration by Jonathan Lavallee http://www.firestorm-ink.com/ 0:52:55 Deleria by Phil Brucato https://www.patreon.com/philbrucato 0:53:30 Don’t Rest Your Head by Fred Hicks http://www.evilhat.com/home/dont-rest-your-head-2/ 0:58:30 Urban Shadows by Andrew Mediros, Mark Diaz Truman http://www.magpiegames.com/our-games/urban-shadows/ 1:03:15 Dread by Epidiah Ravachol https://dreadthegame.wordpress.com/about-dread-the-game/ 1:14:00 Monsterhearts by Avery McDaldno http://buriedwithoutceremony.com/monsterhearts/ 1:20:00 Monsterhearts Survey https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1g1BKOTZEFv_NPCBe8SEdCneu0h18nfQCbEeDnSitNd8 and Asexuality in Monsterhearts https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1X2NRKCTA2w1YlFVknB_v-MPi3QZ1640B7eyL-29Ew64/ 1:24:38 The Hour Between Dog and Wolf by Matthew Gwinn http://www.errantknightgames.biz/#!thbdaw/c1vw1   PLUGS The Toronto Area Gamers 10th Birthday is July 9th. http://torontoareagamers.com/birthday   If you’re interested in volunteering to facilitate RPGs at Fan Expo Canada, please check out this link for D&D Adventurers League https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QPY-pFjiw4YTVF-DgiFFZkf-kL3iWHsRTicsMuXdrwQ/, and this link for all other RPGs https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1hC2cBNXVQ8UgRQNrzORFI57NDg82SIZO3rr4IdRu8aE/. Fan Expo Canada is September 1st - 4th.   Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com   Connect with us in our G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus   Theme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

It's Like DnD
001 - Road Trip!

It's Like DnD

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2016 45:03


It’s Like DnD 001 - Road Trip!   00:20 What have we backed on Kickstarter? Kate backed The Veil: Cyberpunk RPG by Fraser Simons http://samjoko.storenvy.com/ Rob backed Threadbare RPG by Stephanie Bryant - http://www.threadbarerpg.com/ Rach backed Red Markets by Caleb Stokes - http://hebanon.blogspot.ca/ 00:37 The Veil 02:25 The Spark by Jason Pitre 02:30 Apocalypse World by Vincent Baker and Meguey Baker 04:15 Urban Shadows by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman 7:15 The Sprawl: Cyberpunk Roleplaying by Hamish Cameron 8:00 Dream Askew by Avery McDaldno 8:45 The Watch by Anna Kreider and Andrew Medeiros 10:30 Threadbare RPG 11:30 +1 Forward’s podcast by Rich Rogers.http://www.gauntlet-rpg.com/1-forward/threadbare-rpg 12:00 Golden Sky Stories by Ryo Kamiya translated by Ewen Cluney 14:00 Laser Kittens by Cheyenne Wall-Grimes and Stentor Danielson 15:15 Red Markets 15:45 Summerland by Greg Saunders 19:45 The Sociology of D&D by Matthew Colville, https://youtu.be/EHUCi6ZbVxU   23:40 Road Trip to Jiffy Con! JiffyCon West MA, Hampshire College in Amherst, June 11, 2016! http://jiffycon.blogspot.ca/   25:00 Robert Bohl, Emily Care Boss, Epidiah Ravachol, Hannah Shaffer 25:10 Noirlandia by Evan Rowland and Hannah Shaffer 26:00 Fall of Magic by Ross Cowman 26:20 Ten Candles by Stephen Dewey 27:30 Dungeons & Dragons by the Wizards of the Coast team 27:40 Star Wars by the Fantasy Flight team 28:00 Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers League 29:10 Masks by Brendan G. Conway 30:00 Anna Kreider’s Blog Go Make Me a Sandwich, www.patreon.com/gmmas Specifically the Pathfinder posts: https://gomakemeasandwich.wordpress.com/2016/05/09/ https://gomakemeasandwich.wordpress.com/2016/05/20/ https://gomakemeasandwich.wordpress.com/2016/05/27/ 30:23 The Ruined Empire by Anna Kreider 30:23 401 Games, http://store.401games.ca/   30:45 Games To Play On A Roadtrip! Rob wants to play Ribbon Drive by Avery McDaldno, http://buriedwithoutceremony.com/ribbon-drive/ Rach wants to play Amidst Endless Quiet by Ben Lehman, http://www.tao-games.com/amidst-endless-quiet/ Kate wants to play A Penny for My Thoughts by Paul Tevis, http://www.evilhat.com/home/a-penny-for-my-thoughts/   31:45 Ribbon Drive 34:30 Amidst Endless Quiet 38:45 Fiasco by Jason Morningstar 39:00 The Hour between Dog & Wolf by Matthew Gwinn 39:30 A Penny for my Thoughts Plugs!   Check out the podcast at http://itslikednd.ca Check out Kate’s blog Bluestockings at http://bluestockings.ca Check out Rach and Rob’s blog ‘Thac0s at Midnight’ at http://thacos.com If you want to play Roleplaying Games in Toronto check out these events: June 12th - TAG’s June RPG Meetup http://torontoareagamers.com/rpg July 9th - TAG’s 10th Birthday! http://torontoareagamers.com/birthday September 1-4th - Fan Expo Canada’s RPG Track! http://fanexpocanada.com/gaming March 10 - 12th - Breakout 2017 http://breakoutcon.com/   Connect with us in our brand new G+ Community! Best way to get there is http://itslikednd.ca/g+ or http://itslikednd.ca/gplus   Theme music is Gorilla Foot by The Itchy Creeps http://members.shaw.ca/happypuppyrecords/

Hidden Histories: The New Statesman History Podcast

This week, Helen Lewis is joined by Elizabeth Edwards and Sophie Coulombeau to discuss the 18th century “Bluestockings” – who were they and why did they matter? Through salons hosted by the likes of Elizabeth Montagu, “Queen of the Blues”, this small group of highly educated women helped shape a new age of sociability and creativity, ushering in greater acceptance of women as the intellectual equals of men. (Helen Lewis, Elizabeth Edwards, Sophie Coulombeau) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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In Our Time: History
The Bluestockings

In Our Time: History

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2014 46:32


Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Bluestockings. Around the middle of the eighteenth century a small group of intellectual women began to meet regularly to discuss literature and other matters, inviting some of the leading thinkers of the day to take part in informal salons. In an age when women were not expected to be highly educated, the Bluestockings were sometimes regarded with suspicion or even hostility. But prominent members such as Elizabeth Montagu - known as 'the Queen of the Bluestockings', and author of an influential essay about Shakespeare - and the classicist Elizabeth Carter were highly regarded for their scholarship. Their accomplishments led to far greater acceptance of women as the intellectual equal of men, and furthered the cause of female education. With: Karen O'Brien Vice-Principal and Professor of English at King's College London Elizabeth Eger Reader in English Literature at King's College London Nicole Pohl Reader in English Literature at Oxford Brookes University Producer: Thomas Morris.

In Our Time: Culture
The Bluestockings

In Our Time: Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2014 46:32


Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Bluestockings. Around the middle of the eighteenth century a small group of intellectual women began to meet regularly to discuss literature and other matters, inviting some of the leading thinkers of the day to take part in informal salons. In an age when women were not expected to be highly educated, the Bluestockings were sometimes regarded with suspicion or even hostility. But prominent members such as Elizabeth Montagu - known as 'the Queen of the Bluestockings', and author of an influential essay about Shakespeare - and the classicist Elizabeth Carter were highly regarded for their scholarship. Their accomplishments led to far greater acceptance of women as the intellectual equal of men, and furthered the cause of female education. With: Karen O'Brien Vice-Principal and Professor of English at King's College London Elizabeth Eger Reader in English Literature at King's College London Nicole Pohl Reader in English Literature at Oxford Brookes University Producer: Thomas Morris.

In Our Time
The Bluestockings

In Our Time

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2014 46:32


Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Bluestockings. Around the middle of the eighteenth century a small group of intellectual women began to meet regularly to discuss literature and other matters, inviting some of the leading thinkers of the day to take part in informal salons. In an age when women were not expected to be highly educated, the Bluestockings were sometimes regarded with suspicion or even hostility. But prominent members such as Elizabeth Montagu - known as 'the Queen of the Bluestockings', and author of an influential essay about Shakespeare - and the classicist Elizabeth Carter were highly regarded for their scholarship. Their accomplishments led to far greater acceptance of women as the intellectual equal of men, and furthered the cause of female education. With: Karen O'Brien Vice-Principal and Professor of English at King's College London Elizabeth Eger Reader in English Literature at King's College London Nicole Pohl Reader in English Literature at Oxford Brookes University Producer: Thomas Morris.