Empyrean Series Fan Theories: A Deep Dive

Join bibliomaniac hosts Allorah and Roe on 'The Plot With A Twist' as they explore fan theories surrounding Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean Series. Dive into discussions on the mysteries of Violet and the Quest squad, dissecting everything from character arcs to potential plot twists. Tune in for a lively debate filled with spoilers, intriguing insights, and bookish banter. Don't forget to stay tuned every Wednesday for new episodes and give us a like, share, and subscribe if you enjoy our deep literary dives.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:30 Diving into the Empyread Series

00:57 Fan Theories and Speculations

01:29 Health Updates and Personal Anecdotes

01:58 The Reluctance and Appeal of Fan Theories

02:09 Deep Dive into Specific Theories

04:04 Theories on Character Motivations and Plot Twists

16:39 Theories on Violet's Memories and Relationships

31:47 Theories on Symbolic Items and Their Meanings

41:57 Theories on Dragons and Power Dynamics

50:17 Theories on Dragon Colors and Power

51:44 Speculations on Garrick's Invisibility

53:10 Debunking Brennen as a Venin

54:05 Bodhi and Garrick's True Relationships

55:29 Theories on Liam and Other Characters

58:04 Violet's Mind-Walking Abilities

01:12:39 Dane's Redemption Arc

01:25:13 The Mystery of Dragon Names

01:37:14 Griffin Riders: The Middle Children

01:40:05 Dragon's Breath Elixir Recipe

01:41:50 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs

Rumble in the Jungle: BDE Fantasy Main Character Edition

Join Roe and Allorah, your bookish hosts from The Plot With A Twist, for a thrilling podcast episode! Dive into the ultimate battle of the main male characters from fantasy books that exude Big D*ck Energy (BDE). In this episode, the hosts pit their favourite characters against each other in a fun and fiery competition to see who truly has the strongest BDE. Expect heated debates, hilarious commentary, and a whole lot of smut. Roe and Allorah meticulously compare categories like magic, charisma, stamina, and main man moments. Tune in for part one of this showdown and stay tuned for part two to see who comes out on top.

00:00 Welcome to Plot with a Twist

00:59 Introducing the Main Male Character Showdown

03:15 Cocktail of the Day: The Big Johnson

04:56 Round 1: Knox Thorn vs. Ridoc Gamlyn

19:25 Round 2: Draco Malfoy vs. Azriel

36:11 Round 3: Cassian vs. Poet

49:36 Main Man Moments and Quotes

52:03 Final Round Announcement

52:34 Red Corner vs. Blue Corner Xaden Riorson vs. Ruhn Dannan

53:15 Magic and Abilities Debate

54:55 Physical Attributes and Stamina

01:03:59 One-Liners and Attitude

01:09:26 Main Man Moments Showdown

01:24:48 Final Round Tie and Future Plans

01:38:00 Closing Remarks and Podcast Info

Book to Screen Adaptations: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Join bookish hosts Allorah and Roe on this episode of 'The Plot With A Twist' as they dive into the world of book to screen adaptations. From beloved classics to modern hits, they explore the challenges and triumphs of bringing literary worlds to life on screen. Tune in as they discuss their favourite adaptations, those that missed the mark, and what makes a book truly worth adapting. Plus, don't miss their thoughts on upcoming adaptation releases and a special cocktail recipe aptly called The Queen's Gambit to sip on while you listen!

00:00 Welcome to The Plot With A Twist

00:28 The Magic of Book to Screen Adaptations

02:52 Epic Tales and Fan Favourites

04:21 Diving into Specific Adaptations

07:31 The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

17:41 Casting Choices and Budget Constraints

22:18 Disappointing Adaptations

44:24 Reluctant Twilight Tradition

45:09 Disappointment with Book-to-Screen Adaptations

46:09 The Problem with Changing Plotlines

47:03 Critique of Character Portrayals

48:54 Dan Brown's Angels and Demons

50:41 Harry Potter and Other Adaptation Failures

51:27 The Power of One: Book vs. Movie

56:21 The Hunger Games: Missing Depth

01:00:51 Inferno: A Changed Ending

01:03:15 Fried Green Tomatoes: A Queer Love Story Amid The Great Depression

01:07:36 Flowers in the Attic: What's Left Out

01:12:14 Harry Potter: Dumbledore's Out-of-Character Moment

01:13:28 Outlander: Better on Screen?

01:15:59 The Impact of Adaptations on Likeability

01:21:53 Upcoming Adaptations to Look Forward To

01:29:55 Cocktail of the Week: The Queen's Gambit

01:31:07 Closing Remarks and Thank You