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Krystina dives into the newest Hunger Games installment, Sunrise on the Reaping—a gripping prequel that reveals Haymitch's dark backstory. The crew debates why this dystopian world still hooks us, and even teases the upcoming movie adaptation dropping later this year. From there, the conversation shifts to Vegas' mind-bending Sphere, where rumors have turned into reality: Metallica is 90% locked in for a 2027 residency! The gang imagines what a Metallica show without pyro would look like and shares hilarious personal stories about getting dizzy (and even throwing up!) inside the Sphere's immersive visuals. And just when you think it can't get any wilder, Lenny Kravitz joins the James Bond universe—as a charismatic pirate king named Bama in the upcoming 007: First Light video game. The hosts geek out over how gaming is becoming as cinematic as Hollywood blockbusters.
Britt and Chris have finally finished SOTR and dive into the last chapter of the book! They discuss Haymitch being haunted, Snow being super extra again, Roma in Mitrovica, and mental health headcanons. They also explore Collins' use of The Raven and if Lenore Dove was 'fridged', along with the POVs of Plutarch, Hattie, Blair, and Merrilee. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
The penultimate chapter is here! Britt and Chris cover everything from Haymitch in a gold bird cage, to arson, to the break-my-heart burial. They also question Lenore Dove's demise, and think about the POVs of Burdock, Effie, and Mrs. McCoy. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
This week, Britt and Chris discuss the Capitol heavily editing the Quarter Quell recap, how viewers reacted to the fabricated narrative, places where Capitol and Rebel methods overlap, and of course the dangers of billionaires and tech companies creating 'reality'. They also think about the POVs of Haymitch's Prep Team and poor Beetee, all while Britt keeps calling Snow "bro." Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
In this episode, Chris praises the good chocolate-giving boy Haymitch and Britt grumbles about Maysilee dying despite knowing it was coming from the beginning. They also discuss Peacekeeper bicycles, short vs long-term resistance, pinkie commands, and
Britt and Chris jump into alliances, pinky promises, 'bad' victors, and bearcupines. They also share a couple amusing anecdotes, ponder Haymitch's ripple metaphor, and explore the POVs of Hull's and Maysilee's families watching from home. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
The return of Maysilee is exactly what Britt and Chris needed! They laugh about her wire fork and cleverness, awww about the sibling moment, and think about her 50/50 or no deal requirement. They also explore her POV as she's finally reunited with Haymitch and Mag's POV as she sent them District 12 mourning soup. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
Britt and Chris dive into Part III: "The Poster," discussing glittery volcanoes, Haymitch feeling like a failure, labor unions, and child combatants. They also explore the POVs of Panache and mentors Mags, Wiress, and Beetee. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
THE BEST HUNGER GAMES MOVIE?! The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects Get your New Customer offer + 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at https://www.mintmobile.com/REJECTS Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Aparrel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping on the horizon, Aaron & Andrew continue their journey giving their The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Reaction, Recap, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013), directed by Francis Lawrence, continues the epic dystopian saga based on Suzanne Collins' bestselling novels. Jennifer Lawrence (Silver Linings Playbook, X-Men: First Class) returns as Katniss Everdeen, who finds herself once again thrust into the deadly Hunger Games arena after her defiance in the previous installment inspires rebellion across Panem. Josh Hutcherson (Bridge to Terabithia, The Kids Are All Right) stars as Peeta Mellark, her fellow victor and partner in survival, while Liam Hemsworth (The Last Song, Independence Day: Resurgence) plays Gale Hawthorne, torn between loyalty and revolution. Donald Sutherland (The Italian Job, MAS*H) returns as the chilling President Snow, joined by Philip Seymour Hoffman (Capote, The Master) as the sly new Gamemaker, Plutarch Heavensbee. Supporting performances include Woody Harrelson (True Detective, Zombieland) as Haymitch, Elizabeth Banks (Pitch Perfect, The Lego Movie) as Effie Trinket, and Stanley Tucci (The Devil Wears Prada, Spotlight) as the flamboyant Caesar Flickerman. From Katniss and Peeta's unforgettable Victory Tour to the shocking Quarter Quell reveal, the film builds to one of the franchise's most iconic cliffhangers. With stunning visuals, political intrigue, and the unforgettable “girl on fire” moments, Catching Fire set the stage for the Mockingjay films while cementing Katniss Everdeen as one of cinema's most enduring heroes. Join Aaron Alexander & Andrew Gordon as they react, review, and break down the most emotional, action-packed, and game-changing moments of this blockbuster sequel. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Britt and Chris discuss the character arcs of Haymitch, Maysilee, and Ampert in "The Rascal," thinking about radicalization, class conscience, and community action. They also explore the 50th arena's capitalist messages and how we sing the songs of the dead. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
Britt and Chris begrudgingly dive into this horrible chapter, discussing Ampert's end, Haymitch's thoughts on death, backup generators, and Palestinian and Native American acts of resistance. They also explore quite a few POVs, including Wiress, Capitol citizens, tributes, and Gamemakers. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
Celebrate National Dog Month with fun ways to honor your furry friends! Learn about the history of dog domestication, fascinating facts like their incredible sense of smell, and tips for keeping them safe and healthy in the summer heat. Discover activities like visiting dog-friendly trails, baking homemade treats, or hosting a pup playdate. Explore library resources, including pet-themed books like "Because of Winn-Dixie" and "A Dog's Purpose," and movies like "Homeward Bound." We also highlight Parent TV, a valuable resource offering thousands of short, expert-led parenting videos in multiple languages, accessible with your library card. Plus, get a book recommendation for "The Hunger Games" series, with a focus on the prequel "Sunrise on the Reaping," offering fresh perspectives on Haymitch's story.
Britt and Chris are back to discuss hope (gasp!), disappeared and tortured bodies, Lou Lou's ferocity, Haymitch creating a fan identity, and Capitol elitism complete with grape juice goblet etiquette. They also explore the POVs of Lenore Dove, Maysilee Donner, and sweet hugging boy Ampert. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
Britt and Chris dive into Wyatt and Lou Lou's deaths, undocumented immigrant labor, ideas about canaries, and how Haymitch boldly screamed, "Enough!" at the end of the chapter. They also explore the POVs of President Snow, Haymitch's mother, and even a little bit of Katniss in her first Games. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
In this episode of the Book Talks Podcast, Kayla and Marissa delve into the world of 'The Hunger Games' series, particularly focusing on 'Sunrise on the Reaping.' They discuss character development, personal reflections on the series, and the complexities of Haymitch's journey. The conversation touches on themes of trauma, survival, and the influence of the Capitol, as well as the nature of volunteering in the games. They also explore the impact of death and loss, and make literary comparisons to other works, ultimately sharing their recommendations for readers.
Are you struggling with a fear of death or constantly thinking about your own mortality? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Clinical Psychologist Dr Marianne Trent explores death anxiety also known as thanatophobia and why some people experience an intense fear of dying or non-existence.We discuss how childhood experiences, trauma, attachment, and even parenting styles can contribute to anxiety around death. You'll also learn about how therapy can help, including evidence-based approaches like Terror Management Theory, Existential Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT).Whether you're a mental health professional, a student, or someone experiencing these fears yourself, this episode offers practical insight, psychological understanding, and compassionate support for navigating fear of death. #deathanxiety #thanatophobia Highlights00:00 – Introduction: Why talk about death anxiety?02:03 – What is death anxiety, and how does it present?04:21 – Childhood experiences and early realisations of mortality07:30 – The connection between trauma and fear of death09:52 – Avoidance behaviours and obsessive checking11:40 – Personal reflections: losing loved ones at a young age13:55 – Parenting styles and how they shape our relationship with death16:50 – Death anxiety in OCD, health anxiety, and phobias19:18 – Cultural influences and how we learn to fear death21:00 – When death anxiety spikes: ageing, parenthood, and illness23:43 – The idea of legacy: wanting to leave something behind26:04 – What helps? An overview of therapeutic approaches28:30 – How Compassion-Focused Therapy can soothe existential fear30:14 – What not to say to someone experiencing death anxiety32:10 – Supporting yourself and others through gentle curiosity34:00 – Wrapping up: You're not alone in feeling this way
This episode covers chapters 24-the epilogue of Sunrise on the Reaping.I discuss the Capitol's reframing of the Games, Lucy Gray's presence in the lasting narrative, the dual symbolism of the raven, and more.CONTENT WARNING for emetophobia as well as discussions of suicide, addiction, and sexual assault. Please listen at your own discretion.Follow @talesofpanem on Twitter / Instagram / TikTok for updates, episode information, and more.Contact me: talesofpanem@gmail.comListen to my Haymitch and Lenore Dove playlist HERE----Resources to donate or find other ways to get involved:Fight for the FutureFunds for GazaOperation Olive BranchWomen's Health and Rights OrgsSubscribe to the Project Fulcrum newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This moving artwork of Haymitch as a leader, willing or unwilling, throughout his life is by HilaBaldo beloved and you can see it here! https://x.com/HilaSketchCat/status/1906336223339114503These chapters, I would argue, are the weakest of the book in a lot of ways. We knew where we were heading, we knew that there was going to be tragedy, and after reading through the onslaught of horror in the games I'm just not sure we needed two of the longest chapters of the whole book dedicated to this part of the story. I live-read the epilogue to RoShawn, as well as the part where Peeta and Katniss watch Haymitch's games, and you'll have to wait to see her reaction! Thanks so much to you all for listening, and we will see you someday!This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This illustration of Haymitch is by Itsajollyjester and you can see illustrations they did of the other victors here. Warning, they're not so much graphic as they are haunting, because the artist wanted us to see how each victor really looked when they won. https://gethelphomework-wqcgx.ondigitalocean.app/question/the-lucas-critique-argues-that-because-the-way-people-form-expectation-uv2kzwopThis chapter is the one where Haymitch has to get patched up and shoved back onstage with Cesar Flickerman to "celebrate" his "victory". RoShawn and I talk about ownership of the narrative, and the way that can be coopted through altered history, calculated smear campaigns, social media, editing, silencing, and clickbait. This is a pretty heavy episode, just to warn you all. But it's a heavy chapter! So what can you do.Thanks so much to you all for listening, and we will see you soon with a new episode!This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
There was way too much to discuss in Chapter 15, so Britt and Chris split their discussion into two parts. This first part explores the District 11 tributes finding out about Lou Lou, THE GROUP HUG
✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian discuss Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins. They compare this new installment with the previous books in the Hunger Games series, delve into Suzanne Collins' writing style and background, and provide a thorough plot summary focusing on Haymitch's journey. The hosts also explore thematic elements such as media control and social commentary, and ponder the significance of literary references within the book. They question the appropriateness of the book's dark themes for younger readers and share their thoughts on potential movie adaptations.00:00 Introduction to Zillennials Podcast and Book Club00:44 Personal Reflections on The Hunger Games Series01:29 Author Bio: Suzanne Collins02:09 Book Summary: Sunrise on The Reaping04:50 Discussion: Themes and Writing Style12:13 Comparisons with Other Books in the Series13:40 Character Relationships and Development16:50 Social Commentary and Media Portrayal23:44 Final Thoughts and Recommendations31:54 Upcoming Book Club and Contact Information
This episode covers chapters 19-23 of Sunrise on the Reaping.I discuss Haymitch's helplessness, powerful side characters, what we perceive as privilege, and more.CONTENT WARNING for discussions of suicide and addiction. Please listen at your own discretion.Follow @talesofpanem on Twitter / Instagram / TikTok for updates, episode information, and more.Contact me: talesofpanem@gmail.com----Resources to donate or find other ways to get involved:Fight for the FutureOperation Olive BranchWomen's Health and Rights OrgsSubscribe to the Project Fulcrum newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This illustration of Haymitch's final stand is by 101panem and you can see their instagram account here! https://www.instagram.com/101Panem/These chapters are the ones where we lose everyone but Haymitch, and he makes one last attempt to blow up the arena as he bleeds out on the cliff's edge. RoShawn and I talk about how to handle political overwhelm and taking action. This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Britt and Chris talk all about Lenore and Haymitch's phone call (and Britt being a weird teenager), ideas of freedom and forbidden songs, and the Hunger Games being a "family-friendly" show. They also explore the POVs of off-page Beetee and distraught Lenore Dove. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
This episode covers chapters 16-18 of Sunrise on the Reaping.I discuss the arena, family legacies in District 12, Haymitch's awareness of spectatorship, and more.Follow @talesofpanem on Twitter / Instagram / TikTok for updates, episode information, and more.Contact me: talesofpanem@gmail.com----Resources to donate or find other ways to get involved:Fight for the FutureOperation Olive BranchWomen's Health and Rights OrgsSubscribe to the Project Fulcrum newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this emotional and chaotic episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli sit down for a girly deep dive into Mockingjay Part 1 and Part 2. This isn't your typical plot breakdown—this is a full-on catharsis session about missed moments, emotional damage, and all the bread Peeta should have brought into the arena. The hosts reflect on Katniss's awkward rise as a revolutionary symbol, Gale's war crimes (allegedly), and how Peeta's hijacking storyline was more brutal onscreen than they ever expected.They debate whether the movies needed to be split into two parts, roast the lack of screen time between Katniss and Peeta (again), and fantasize about a Hunger Games x Love Island crossover hosted by Caesar Flickerman. The girls also gush over Effie's upgraded role and surprise kiss with Haymitch, mourn Finnick's rushed and senseless death, and, of course, spiral into laughter and rage over that emotionally cold baby-filled epilogue.Despite their critiques, one thing is clear: these movies still hold up. Whether they're clowning Gale, defending Peeta's every move, or yelling “REAL,” this episode is for the girlies who still haven't emotionally recovered from The Hunger Games.Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This beautiful illustration of Haymitch and Maysilee is by denndrawings and you can see it here! https://www.tumblr.com/denndrawings/779664380969304064/a-sister-is-someone-you-fight-with-and-fight?source=blog_view_login_wall&redirect_to=%2Fdenndrawings%2F779664380969304064%2Fa-sister-is-someone-you-fight-with-and-fightThese chapters are the ones where Haymitch and Maysilee come across some gamemakers in the arena, and there's a face-off that gets me and RoShawn really talking about our own compliance. Thanks so much to you all for listening, and I will see you soon with a new episode!This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
In this episode of their Hunger Games deep dive, Yajaira and Cheli take on Mockingjay—and they do not hold back. From the rushed character deaths (Finnick deserved a full chapter, not a sentence) to the lack of meaningful dialogue between Katniss and Peeta, the hosts question why the emotional payoff just wasn't there. Katniss choosing Peeta makes sense, but where was the scene where they talked it out? Where was the slow-burn reconnection? And why was Haymitch the only one she seemed to emotionally bond with? Join the besties as they discuss whether or not this was a proper ending to the trilogy! Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This illustration of some tributes' tokens is by mechanical-idiot on tumblr and you can see it here! https://stardust948.tumblr.com/post/781998777877856256These chapters are the ones where Haymitch has a crisis of faith and then recovers his desire to do just a bit of good if he can...which leads him right into Maysilee's waiting arms. Thanks so much for listening, everyone, and we will see you soon with a new episode!This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Amanhecer na Colheita é o último livro da saga Jogos Vorazes, escrito por Suzanne Collins e lançado em 2025, com adaptação já confirmada para novembro de 2026. Com foco no 50º Jogos Vorazes e em comemoração ao Massacre Quartenário, o livro conta a história de Haymitch Abernathy, o já conhecido mentor do Distrito 12. Neste ano, o nome de Haymitch foi colhido e sua vida nunca mais foi a mesma. Para falar sobre os bastidores do lançamento do livro no Brasil e suas impressões sobre a história, refletindo sobre a crueldade expressa nesse livro, Domenica recebe Regiane Winarski, a tradutora do livro no Brasil. Bom episódio e que a sorte esteja sempre com você!RecomendaçõesPnE 266 - A Cantiga dos Pássaros e das Serpentes (livro)PnE 269 - A Cantiga dos Pássaros e das Serpentes (filme)CréditosApresentação: Domenica Mendes e Regiane WinarskiPauta: Domenica MendesProdução: Domenica MendesAssistente: Leonardo TremeschinEdição: Leonardo Tremeschin
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This gorgeous illustration of Haymitch and Ampert is by aeshsar on tumblr and you can see their feed here! https://www.tumgik.com/aeshsarThese chapters are the ones where Haymitch futiley struggles to keep Lou Lou's body from the hovercraft right before Ampert is taken by the Capitol, and RoShawn is starting to think that maybe Suzanne Collins needs to be stopped. I can't help but agree. Thanks so much to you for listening, and we will see you soon with a new episode!This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Britt and Chris think about lovesick Haymitch, District 9's sunflower tokens, if Ampert knows he's going to die, and how #SuperSillySnow puts pettines above logic (as per usual). They also make several connections to the other Hunger Games books and explore the POVs of Maysilee winning over District 9 and Wyatt protecting Lou Lou. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This wonderful illustration of LouLou is by generisyd and you can see it here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHwAoe6RRB8/?img_index=1These are the chapters where the tributes are sent into the arena and Haymitch is almost killed by poison within the first half hour. Then we lose two friends from 12 (well, one from 12 and one allegedly from 12) and RoShawn is SHOOK.This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Britt and Chris of course must discuss "Lou Lou" and all of the horrible elements surrounding her forced insertion into the 50th Games. They also explore some choice Haymitch lines, Plutarch being Plutarch, arsenic complexion wafers, and the POVs of Mags and Maysilee. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This beautiful illustration of Haymitch and Lenore is by @Revslie and you can see it here! https://x.com/Revslie/status/1900918245663596827These chapters are the ones in which the tributes do their interviews with Cesar, and Haymitch and Lenore are allowed a phone call. We're almost to the games, friends. Time to buckle up.This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Britt and Chris think about Haymitch and Maysilee's character arcs in Part I and include some conversations from their Patreon meet-up. They also discuss the narrative threads of lies, Capitol weakness, and community action, tying them to the original trilogy and Songbirds and Snakes. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
If you'd like to get this show two days early AND ad-free, please go to https://www.patreon.com/unspoiled and become a patron! You can also join on the free tier and get updates on events and schedule changes!This illustration is by aliexisneoart from Reddit! https://www.reddit.com/r/Hungergames/comments/1jit49u/character_fanartdesign_of_district_12_from_sotr/It's time for the chapters where Haymitch has an interview with President Snow and it's rather harrowing just due to the conversation, then gets brought to a whole new level when "Louella" appears. This version of The Hanging Tree is done by the Danish National Symphony Orchestra and is sung by Andrea Lykke Oehlenschlæger & Diluckshan Jeyaratnam. You can watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrxwS3jukf8Wanna talk spoilers? Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/rEF2KfZxfV
Jefferson White shows remarkable skill balancing a youthful cast with the sobering reality they must face. Twenty-four years before Katniss's games, Haymitch, from District 12, must compete in the Hunger Games—with twice the tributes (competitors). AudioFile's Alex Richey and host Jo Reed discuss how White's perfect pacing adds intensity to the brutality of the games and lingering melancholy as Haymitch struggles to maintain his integrity as the people around him keep dying. Read our review of the audiobook at our website Published by Scholastic Audiobooks Discover thousands of audiobook reviews and more at AudioFile's website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Britt and Chris jump into discussions on Panem surveillance, the tributes considering what they want in their Hunger Games, and that pot of grief soup. They also explore Haymitch's desire for the Capitol to see tributes as people, along with the POVs of Wise Wiress and Magnificent Mags. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
Britt and Chris bow to Haymitch's snarky audacity, laugh over Wiress' Hunger Games fails, celebrate Collins' evocative writing, and launch a new segment to rave about Mags. They also discuss Olympic Villages and ideas of disobedience, along with the POVs of Wyatt Callow, Maysilee Donner, and President Snow. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
Snow lands on top! Haymitch lands in the arena! And we were once again #blessed to get Mackenzi Lee, author of many books including Winter Soldier: Cold Front and her upcoming adult debut Lady Like, to join us! We read … Continue reading →
The sun has risen once more for Laura and Meggie to conclude their discussion of Suzanne Collin's latest Hunger Games venture: Sunrise on the Reaping Your beloved besties and hosts are sprinting into the games portion of the book where it's Haymitch against the Capitol, and everyone else against each other. Join us as we laugh, we cry, and we applaud this modern tragedy. SPOILERS AHEAD. YA, We Read It! is covering every. single. detail. Listen at your own risk! We love you :)
Britt and Chris dive into conversations about insecticide showers, the backstage chaos of kids musicals, Lenore Dove's willingness to sacrifice, and the fiasco of the 50th Opening Ceremony. They also explore Haymitch's last conversation with Louella McCoy and the POVs of Proserpina, Vitus, and Magno Stift. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Twitter : https://twitter.com/geekbetween Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping – Propaganda, Complicity, and Haymitch's StoryIn this episode of Superhero Ethics, hosts Matthew and Riki welcome special guest Danielle from WrittenInTheStarWars to dive deep into Suzanne Collins' newest novel in The Hunger Games franchise, Sunrise on the Reaping. The trio explores how this prequel reveals the true story behind Haymitch Abernathy's Games and challenges what readers thought they knew from the original trilogy.What makes Suzanne Collins' writing unique in YA literature?The hosts discuss Collins' masterful use of first-person narrative, with Danielle highlighting how Collins understands both the strengths and weaknesses of this perspective. Her intentional structuring of chapters and story arcs keeps readers engaged while delivering complex themes accessible to young adults without oversimplifying them. The conversation explores Collins' famous quote: “I don't write about adolescents. I write about war for adolescents.”How does propaganda shape the story in Panem?Sunrise on the Reaping reveals how the Capitol manipulates narratives, showing that what Katniss learned about Haymitch's Games was heavily edited propaganda. The book explores how different forms of propaganda work—from entertainment spectacles to subtle messaging that convinces citizens the Games are necessary for peace. Characters like Effie Trinket demonstrate how effective this indoctrination can be, while others show resistance to these manufactured stories.What do we learn about Haymitch as a character?The novel provides a stark contrast between the real Haymitch and the persona crafted by Capitol editors. Readers discover he was someone who refused to think of other tributes as enemies, consistently protected others, and maintained his humanity throughout the Games. The book also reveals his tragic journey toward alcoholism, showing how it began as medical treatment before becoming his coping mechanism for trauma and loss.Other topics discussed:How Maysilee Donner evolves from a "mean girl" to one of the book's most compelling charactersWhy Collins may have written this book now as a response to current political eventsThe difference between how Haymitch's relationship with Maysilee was portrayed in propaganda versus realityThe careful way Collins handles familiar characters from the original trilogy appearing in the prequelThe humanity of Career tributes and how they too are victims of the Capitol's systemThe theme of complicity and how everyone in Panem's system becomes part of maintaining its horrorsThe conversation concludes by reflecting on how Collins uses her storytelling to encourage readers to question propaganda in their own lives and recognize complicity in unjust systems. By revisiting Haymitch's Games, she reminds us that history is often written by the victors—but truth can be a powerful tool for rebellion.LinksFollow these links to earlier discussions on The Hunger Games with Danielle:The Hunger GamesThe Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page. You can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.
Happy monday! This month the gals read Sunrise on the Reaping By Suzanne Collins and BOY was this a doozy. But like in a totally good way (?). We love Haymitch and we WANTED this book by my god was it sad. overall we loved it!! let us know how you felt! enjoy xx
In our third and final Hunger Games episode (for now!), Andrew, Pam, and Eric review the second prequel in The Hunger Games series, 'Sunrise on the Reaping' starring Haymitch Abernathy. All of us are very impressed by how Suzanne Collins wove together a compelling new story that adds a lot to the characters who we adore. We breakdown the overall arc of the book, the new and old characters we're introduced to, what else we would like to see Collins right about in future books, and so much more. This episode is spoiler heavy, so we recommend reading Sunrise on the Reaping before you dive into the episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For Chapter 2, Britt and Chris discuss important differences between the 50th and 74th reapings, Haymitch's brief goodbyes, the very dreadful Drusilla Sickle, and the prioirty of cinematic production vs district control. They also explore the POVs of both Plutarch Heavensbee and a random district kid. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content, become one of our amazing patrons to get more of it for just $1 per month here: https://www.patreon.com/geekbetweenthelines Every dollar helps keep the podcast going! You can also buy us a ko-fi for one-time support here: https://ko-fi.com/geekbetweenthelines Please follow us on social media, too: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/geekbetweenthelines TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekbetweenthelines Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/geekbetweenthelines Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/geekbetweenthelines Website: https://geekbetweenthelines.wixsite.com/podcast Logo artist: https://www.lacelit.com
In this week's What the Hype?!, we continue to celebrate the release of the second Hunger Games spinoff, Sunrise on the Reaping(Don't worry, no spoilers until next week)! Andrew, Pam, and Eric chat about how they would fare if they were reaped for one of the Games, and what they would do in order to survive. Then, we take a look at who fans want to see portray a younger Haymitch, and do some fancasting of our own. Next week will be our Sunrise on the Reaping review, so get reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the release of the second Hunger Games spinoff Sunrise on the Reaping on the way, What the Hype?! looks back on the original trilogy by Suzanne Collins! What made the series work in the first place, and can readers still tolerate dystopian fiction given all that's going on in the world? We also share what we'd like to see in the Haymitch-led spinoff which arrives March 18, and look back on the first spinoff, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Stay tuned for two more Hunger Games-themed episodes in March, including our initial reactions to Sunrise on the Reaping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices