Podcasts about description joe

Description Joe is joined by first-time guest Brice Peterson to discuss Christopher Marlowe’s classic play The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus. It has been well-established that on The Protagonist Podcast we love a good Faustus story, so … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are talking about one of the greatest films about fathers and sons that has ever been made: A Goofy Movie. We talk about the unique production history for the film, why the story works so … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are discussing a class novel by Ernest Hemingway, The Old Man and the Sea. After discussing Hemingway’s surprising life (and multiple brushes with death), we talk about his most famous work and its modernist themes. … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are discussing this delightful comic book series, chronicling the mischeivous adventures of Franklin Richards. As the son of Mr. Fantastic and Invisible Woman, the opportunity for trouble abounds for Franklin, and he takes full advantage. … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are tackling a classic sci-fi film, Invasion of the Body Snatchers. We’re talking about pod people, paranoia, and alien invasions in 1950’s America as we discuss Don Siegel’s film starring Kevin McCarthy as Miles Bennell … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are talking about the Marvel comic book series from Kurt Busiek and Mark Bagley. Citizen V, Meteorite, Mach-1, Songbird, Atlas, and Techno are a new team of superheroes who are out to fill a void … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guest Charly Kueks to discuss Essun, Damaya, and Syenite from the N.K. Jemisin’s novel The Fifth Season. This is the first book in a fantasy series trilogy, and Jemisin’s series is the only time … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are discussing the 1999 film The Mummy, starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz. This loose adaptation of the 1932 film of the same name channels the romantic adventure style of Indiana Jones to produce a fantastic blockbuster … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are talking about another Star Trek series (we’re not a Star Trek podcast, but we do love Star Trek). Star Trek: Voyager premiered in 1995, and we’re discussing the episodes “The Gift” and “Latent Image.” … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guests Kjerste Christensen and Todd Petersen to play a game about Fan Theories. Each has selected some fan theories about popular media and prepared a set of clues to reveal what the fan theory … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are talking about Ben from the 1968 film Night of the Living Dead. This classic film is often cited as the first zombie film, and we talk about its place in pop culture history, its … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guest Tianna Homer to discuss the first book in Brandon Sanderson’s Starlight Archive series. The Way of Kings tells the stories of a slave named Kaladin, a desperate ward named Shallan, and a troubled … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are discussing the graphic novel Houdini: The Handcuff King by Jason Lutes and Nick Bertozzi. This graphic novel tells a day-in-the-life story of Houdini performing one of his classic escapes. We discuss Houdini’s reputation, the … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are discussing a classic American short story by Flannery O’Connor. “Good Country People” tells the story of a couple rumor-mongers, an atheist, a con-man Bible salesman, and a stolen prosthetic leg. Support Patreon Show Notes … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew are tackling a Christmas classic. We discuss the behind-the-scenes drama that occurred while making the film, the long-term success it has enjoyed, and also the comedy style that led to it becoming one of the … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guests Lena and Nik English to discuss the classic dark comedy Clue. With a fantastic cast, a clever script, and a broad array of comedic styles, the film holds up very well. Show Notes … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guest John Darowski to discuss Kengi Koiso, Natsuki Shinohara, and Granny from the anime film Summer Wars. Directed by Mamoru Hosada, Summer Wars tells the story of a shy math genius who must do … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by first-time guest Lauren Roundy to discuss the first book in The Wheel of Time series, The Eye of the World. This has been one of our most requested topics, and we hope you enjoy the … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Andrew are talking about Person of Interest, a crime drama that aired on CBS from 2011-2016. With the sci-fi twist of an artificial intelligence that guides a group of heroes, Person of Interest explored issues of society’s … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by Producer Andrew to discuss Susan Vance and David Huxley in the 1938 film Bringing Up Baby. Topics of discussion include Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant’s performances as Susan and David, the absurdity of the plot, … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by special guest Michael Meehan to discuss Ash Ketchum from the tv show Pokemon. Topics of discussion include the breadth and depth of the Pokemon fandom, what makes Ash stand out from other characters in the … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by special guest George Tsakiridis to discuss Harvey Specter and Mike Ross from the television series Suits. Created by Aaron Korsh, the show stars Gabriel Macht as Harvey Specter and Patrick J. Adams as Mike Ross. … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew discuss the graphic novel Rust by Royden Lepp. Topics of discussion include the art style in the series, the themes of moving forward vs. looking back, and the singular voice that told the story. Support … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guest Sara Santana to discuss the novel The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill. Topics of discussion include how the story functions like a puzzle, how stories can teach truth or manipulate, … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Producer Andrew play Fantasy Box Office for 2020. First up, they reveal the winner of the 2019 contest, then they make picks and preview the films that are coming out in the next year. Support Patreon

Description Joe and Producer Andrew discuss Beta Ray Bill, a cosmic Marvel comic book character created by Walt Simonson. Topics of discussion include the character’s origin and motivation, his unique appearance, and the twists on generic conventions Simonson uses to … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by special guest Britney Broyles to discuss one of the most iconic characters in popular culture, Sherlock Holmes. Using a Christmas-themed adventure written by Arthur Conan Doyle, topics of discussion include Sherlock’s characteristics, what is unique … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Andrew are joined by returning guests to talk about what they’re thankful for when it comes to storytelling. Guests include Todd Mack, Virginia McCalister, Kjerste Christensen, Henry Darowski, Lena English, Mattathias Westwood, and Sara Santana. Thank you … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Andrew are discussion characters from a fan fiction story, “A Very Scary Thought,” written by Jim Bader. The story is inspired by the Manga series Ranma 1/2. Topics of discussion include audience expectations for fan fiction, what … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guest Lena English to discuss Jen and Kira from The Dark Crystal. Topics of discussion include the movie-making magic in the film, what we learn about both characters, and the intriguing themes the story … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by first-time guest Jaclyn Foster to discuss Tom Stoppard’s play Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead. Topics of discussion include postmodernism, the wordplay, and the absurdity of meaning. Support Patreon Show Notes Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead … Continue reading →

Description Joe is joined by returning guest Kate Darowski to discuss Sam Malone from the classic sitcom Cheers. Topics of discussion include why his flaws make Sam a great character, Ted Danson’s stellar performance, and why Sam is interesting decades … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Andrew are discussing Amelia Peabody, the protagonist of twenty mystery novels by Elizabeth Peters. Crocodile on the Sandbank is the first of the series, and it’s obvious why it became a popular series. Topics of discussion include … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd discuss the classic 1986 comedy, ¡Three Amigos! Topics include moments when the story goes absurdly off the rails, Ned's complex character development, and the film's immense quotability. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON Show Notes … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are discussing Desmond and Penny from the TV show Lost. In talking about one of the craziest episodes of a crazy tv show, they discuss time travel, literary allusions, and what we're supposed to think about … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by Producer Andrew and special guest Kestra Darowski to discuss the Cartoon Network classic TV series Over the Garden Wall. Topics for discussion include the shows beautiful animation, stunning soundtrack, and what things ought … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are talking about Kvothe from Patrick Rothfuss's novel Name of the Wind. They talk about reliable narrators(?), world building, and classic storytelling. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON Show Notes The Name of the Wind … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are talking about Silver Surfer and Dawn Greenwood from the 2014 Marvel comic book series “Silver Surfer.” Topics of discussion include art styles, grand cosmic comic book weirdness, and tonal similarities with other works. Support the … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by returning guest Virginia McAlister to discuss the ancient Greek play Antigone (the oldest text we've discussed). Topics include loyalty, obedience, rebellion, and the importance of tradition. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are talking about Jim Lake Jr. from the Netflix series Trollhunters. They discuss the hero's journey, all-ages entertainment, and some fantastic voice acting. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON Show Notes Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are talking about Amaar Rashid and Rayyan Hamoudi from the Canadian sitcom Little Mosque on the Prairie. They discuss why being a fairly normal sitcom makes this a pretty special show, problems of prejudice, and issues … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are talking about the cast of the film Dilwale. They discuss Bollywood films, the accepted ethics in the narrative world of the film, and revel in the anything-can-happen nature of the film. Support the Show SUPPORT … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by special guest Jeff Dumas to discuss the 2006 film The Prestige. In this episode you'll hear one of the most difficult summaries ever attempted and a discussion of how perfectly plotted this film … Continue reading →

Description Joe and a Todd are talking about Rob and Laura Petrie from The Dick Van Dyke Show, one of the greatest sitcoms of all-time. They discuss the different kinds of comedy on the show, the brilliance of the cast, … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are talking about the movie The Mistletoe Promise. They've had enough fun with the formula that it was time to talk about an actual Hallmark Christmas movie. They talk about what characters they like, what doesn't … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are tackling a Christmas classic as they discuss a Miracle on 34th Street. They discuss the weird history behind it's release date, talk about faith and belief, and dig into Todd's unexpected (for Joe) response to … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by guest Kate Darowski to discuss Gilmore Girls. We talk about the charms of the show, the intergenerational family dynamics, and debate the merits of various boyfriends. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by returning guest Todd Petersen to discuss the Marvel comic book series The Vision. They touch on an awful lot of topics, because this is one of the most thought-provoking texts they've covered. Topics … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd tackle a true classic, discussing Hercule Poirot from Agatha Christie's novel, Murder on the Orient Express (just in time for the upcoming film). They talk about Christie's reputation, mystery genre conventions, and what sets Poirot apart … Continue reading →

Description Joe and a Todd are joined by special guests Lena English and Tayler Iversen to discuss Cady Heron from the film Mean Girls. We talk about accurate exaggerations, high school drama, and how important the resolution is for the … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by Scott Carelli to talk about the Marvel comic book series Runaways. They talk about villainous parents, creating fully-formed characters, and surprise twists. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SUPPORT US ON AMAZON.COM … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd talk about Flavia de Luce from the novel The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley. They talk about young protagonists in grown up situations, the balance of a sad story and a … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by John Darowski to talk about Nimona from the graphic novel Nimona by Noelle Stevenson. They talk about trauma, disruption versus maintaining the status quo, and shape shifters. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd discuss Stanley Yelnats and Hector Zeroni from the novel Holes. They talk about the structural perfection of the plot and the character arcs. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SUPPORT US ON AMAZON.COM SIGN UP … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd talk about Chuck Bartowski from the TV show Chuck. They discuss the spy genre, issues of technology as explored in pop culture, and the overall charm of the show. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

  Description Joe and Todd talk about Conor from the film Sing Street. Topics of discussion include the role of brothers in the story, the nature of inspirational films, the delicate balance of pessimistic realism and optimistic wish fulfillment. Support … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by special guest Virginia McAlister to discuss the reimagined Battlestar Galactica series. Topics of discussion include paranoia, identity, and leadership. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SUPPORT US ON AMAZON.COM SIGN UP FOR … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by special guest Andy Mangels to talk about Wonder Woman from the classic television series. Topics of discussion include the way generations are portrayed in these episodes, what makes Wonder Woman different from other … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd discuss the doctor’s wife from the novel Blindness. They talk about Jose Saramago’s writing, the depths to which humans can sink (and the heights to which they can rise), and the believability of a societal collapse. … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd are joined by special guest Alana Howlett to discuss the novel Life of Pi. They talk about belief and contradictions, display how much and how little they know about the number pi, and debate what makes … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd talk about Marie Baron from Everybody Loves Raymond. Listen as they tackle bitterness, tradition, and tofu turkeys in a classic Thanksgiving episode. SUPPORT US ON PATREON Show Notes Everybody Loves Raymond – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd discuss Peter Venkman from Ghostbusters, one of the classic action comedies of the 1980s. Is the character just ad-libbed jibes, or is there something more to the quippiest member of the quartet? SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

Description Joe, Todd, and returning guest Todd Petersen talk about Batman/Bruce Wayne in a comic book storyline called “The Court of Owls.” Join us as we talk about the Dark Knight and this story written by Scott Snyder and drawn … Continue reading →

Description Joe and Todd discuss the protagonist of a long-running television series, Temperance “Bones” Brennan. They also touch on her partner, Seeley Booth, and the interns who help to solve crimes in the tv series Bones. SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →