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Geek Between the Lines
by Britt + Chris
Plunge into analysis, snark, social justice, and compelling themes with two fandom nerds.🏹 Current: Sunrise on the Reaping read-along podcast exploring the new Hunger Games book!👀 Previous:- The Magicians Watch-Along- Hunger Games Read-Through series- Over 150 past episodes discussing compelling themes in Harry Potter, Hunger Games, The Last Airbender, Star Wars, or LOTR!
Episodes
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Gollum / Sméagol
Britt and Chris dive into the fascinating character that is Gollum, exploring the impact of his centuries-long isolation and his complicated history with Baginses. They also talk about Sméagol's big birthday choice, how he has been treated by others ever since, and much more! Please tell a geeky...
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Toph Beifong
Britt and Chris have a great time discussing both the things they love and the things they think could use tweaking about Toph Beifong! They laugh over her humor and bending prowess, ponder her journey from compliant rich girl to uncompromising gremlin, and explore what meaningful mischief she...
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Johanna Mason
Britt and Chris have a blast talking about strong, acerbic, tragic Johanna Mason. They discuss everything from her control over her own body, to her vengeful final vote, to her fascinating relationship with Katniss, to her vivid personality even in AUs. Please tell a geeky friend about us and…
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Quick Update
Quick podcast update for the rest of 2026! 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…
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Kady Orloff-Diaz
Britt and Chris return to The Magicians to discuss Kady Orloff-Díaz! They dig into Kady's role as a "side character" and all of the ways she shapes the narrative of the SyFy show. They also reflect on Kady's representation, romance with Penny 40, her amazing singing voice, and so much more!…
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Éowyn
Britt and Chris have a blast analyzing how Eowyn is an icon for pushing boundaries, believing in herself, and demanding that women have agency in determining their own futures. They also discuss her relationship with Merry, ponder her gender identity, laugh about mounting the Witch King's helmet…
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Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender S2
Britt and Chris provide their characteristic geeky analysis, discussing the radaptations and badaptations of Netflix's live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender S2. They cover everything from the spectacular addition of Toph, to Iroh's redemption arc, to Doo Dee, to the changes that come with a…
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Finnick Odair with guest Roxi Kixx
[corrected audio] Britt and Chris are overjoyed to welcome Roxi Kixx to discuss all things Finnick Odair! Roxi shares ways she relates to Finnick as a burlesque dancer, and the three discuss Finnick's highs and lows, his delightful humor, and the agency he wielded when divulging on public...
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Eleanor Shellstrop
For this week's wildcard character, Britt and Chris discuss a self-proclaimed "Arizona trash bag" with ultimate cosmic importance. They discuss her character growth, relationships within Team Cockroach, and final decision regarding moral justification. They also talk about ships, low points, and...
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Penny Adiyodi
Britt and Chris have a great conversation about the journeys that Penny 40 and Penny 23 go on in The Magicians. They discuss the armor he uses to hide his empathy, his non-hero-complex heroics, his role in the Library, and his upbringing and educational disruptions. They also explore Penny's...
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Samwise Gamgee
Britt and Chris have a great time talking about their original #bestboy, Sam! They discuss his determination, his love for Frodo, his status as a gardener in a group of literal royalty and nobility, and his treatment of Gollum. They also find an interesting empire metaphor in the One Ring…
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Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender S1
Britt and Chris discuss which adaptive choices made ATLA stronger and more nuanced, as well as some of the live action elements that were weak points in S1. 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…
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Gale Hawthorne
Britt and Chris have a great time discussing Gale Hawthorne because, despite being #TeamPeeta shippers, they love Gale’s vital role as the narrative’s radical voice (in the books). They explore Gale's inspiring commitment to the cause, his care for those without the option to flee, and his need…
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Leslie Knope
Britt and Chris discuss Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation, including her work ethic, her ability to mobilize apathetic coworkers, and of course her constant juggling of people caring loudly at her. They talk about highs and lows, the Harvest Festival, spa gift card bribery, and her...
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Quentin Coldwater
Britt and Chris discuss Quentin Coldwater's character in The Magicians SyFy show, diving into his mental health, escapism, Depression Monster, Drowned Garden monologue, and continual desire to be the Hero of a story. They also explore AU ideas and lessons Quentin has to teach us. Please tell a...
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Aragorn
Britt and Chris discuss Aragorn, son of Arathorn, focusing on his leadership and diplomacy styles, the touching death scene with Boromir, and fascinating mixed-race and TCK perspectives on his character. They also explore ADHD Elves, the monarchical issues of Aragorn being the Heir of Isildur…
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Uncle Iroh
Britt and Chris have a great conversation about Uncle Iroh, including his vital relationship with Zuko, his tale from Ba Sing Se, his history with the Fire Nation military, and his sweet conversation over tea with Toph. After raging about Iroh's treatment of June, they move back to happier topics...
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Maysilee Donner
Britt and Chris have such a great time discussing one of their favorite characters of all time, Maysilee Donner. They explore her anger and fire, her idea of being the worst victor in history, her meaningful connections with other tributes, and her understanding of propaganda. They also happily...
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Jim Moriarty
Britt and Chris have a ridiculous amount of fun discussing one of their favorite TV villains of all time! They talk about Andrew Scott's masterful performance (whether in a crown or shabby 'actor' attire), Moriarty's problem of boredom, his mysterious character background, and his fascinating...
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Julia Wicker
Britt and Chris love talking about Our Lady of the Trees, complete with her numerous high highs and her few low lows. They discuss Julia’s passion for puzzling things out, her continual defiance of the gods, and her desire to use magic to fix and heal. They also explore her connection to…
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Gandalf
Britt and Chris jump into a fascinating conversation about the quintessential wizard, Gandalf the Grey (and White). They explore both iconic and less remembered quotes, Ian McKellen's portrayal, and Gandalf's of-the-people wisdom compared to Saruman's ivory tower knowledge. They also talk about...
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Prince Zuko
Britt and Chris have a blast discussing the best bad-at-being-good boy! They talk about his topsy-turvey redemption arc, his epic confrontation with Fire Lord Ozai, and his iconic first attempt to join Team Avatar. They also explore some of Zuko's traits that they relate to, fun ships and AU…
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Peeta Mellark
This week is all about the Boy with the Bread! Britt and Chris exclaim over so many aspects of Peeta's character and their favorite moments from the books – from pledging a month's winnings in District 11, to adjusting his romantic expectations, to warning District 13 of the Capitol's attack.…
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Michael from The Good Place
Britt and Chris discuss their favorite fire squid! Michael is not only incredibly funny (think knocking off that tiny plant when he's petulant 🪴👋), but he also has some of the most moving and inspiring lines in The Good Place. They explore the highs and lows of his journey, his meaningful...
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High King Margo
Britt and Chris have a blast talking about one of the best TV characters of all time, High King Margo. They discuss her being both the Destroyer and the Creator, her iconic episode in the desert, and her turning point as a leader with the Muntjac. They also explore what other worlds it would be…
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Frodo Baggins
Britt and Chris dive into everything they love about Frodo Baggins, including his immediate and sustained sacrificial responses to the threat of the One Ring. They also explore one of Frodo's powerful Return of the King quotes, his queerness, his book age of 50, a post-apocalyptic or university…
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Avatar Aang
Britt and Chris have a blast discussing Avatar Aang from The Last Airbender, including why he's so great in The Blue Spirit and The Headband episodes and who should join him in a Sacrificial Boys Support Group. They also explore his creative bending style, what kind of AU vocation he'd have in…
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Katniss Everdeen
Britt and Chris talk all things Katniss Everdeen! They explore two amazing quotes that aren't often quoted, the highs and lows of reading her character in the books, new plot twist perspectives, and the ships and fanfic AUs they want someone to write. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave…
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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Movie - Radaptation or Badaptation?
Britt and Chris have finally watched the BoSaS movie...just 2 years late. They explore Lucky Flickerman's ridiculous heights of hilarity, Lucy Gray's songs and accent, Sejanus' character adaptation, and of course the portrayal (more like poortrayal) of Coriolanus Snow. They also touch on a quote...
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Mockingjay Part II Movie - Radaptation or Badaptation?
This episode is Britt and Chris' 2023 Patreon review of the Mockingjay Part II movie, including the good, the bad, and the Gale. From Finnick's death 😭 to Britt's *opinions* on Katniss' final scene of domesticity, there are lots of exclamations and laughs to share. Please tell a geeky friend…
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Mockingjay Part I Movie - Radaptation or Badaptation?
Britt and Chris share their 2023 episode that explored Mockingjay Part I after rereading the first half of the book. Spoiler Alert: they had some criticisms on how Finnick was treated. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If you really enjoy our content,...
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Catching Fire Movie - Radaptation or Badaptation?
Britt and Chris' 2022 patron episode on the CF movie explores added scenes, Snow setting the stage in the study with Katniss being seen as a player, Beetee's glasses, too many men in the writer's room, Philip Seymour Hoffman's performance as Plutarch and Elizabeth Banks as Effie, and so much…
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The Hunger Games Movie - Radaption or Badaptation?
Welcome to THG Radaption or Badaptation Movie Episode from 2022! Grab your popcorn and roll the first movie, and then come listen to us laugh through our thoughts on what they did well and what they kinda ruined. 🍿📺 Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app! If...
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Propaganda in Panem
Britt and Chris have a riveting conversation with long-time listener Dallas about propaganda and public relations in the Hunger Games books. They explore key moments of propaganda in SOTR, what has changed by Mockingjay, and how Katniss and Peeta subverted the Games' entire messaging. They also...
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SOTR Q&A #2 - Headcanons and Easter Eggs
Chris and Britt respond to the final batch of SOTR listener questions! They discuss what SOTR and BoSaS Easter eggs they'd put in a remake of THG films and what their personal headcanons are on for Lucy Gray, Magno, Drusilla, and beyond. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on...
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SOTR Q&A #1 - Mentors and Family Lines
Chris and Britt respond to some great listener questions, discussing which Newcomers they'd want as mentors and what they think of the inter-generational aspects of the HG books. They also make up a few ridiculous Capitol names and laugh a whole lot over Snow and how awkward his family holidays...
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Sorting Chat - Sunrise on the Reaping
Britt and Chris are happy to have a fun AU episode where nobody dies! Join them to figure out in which Common Rooms we might find our favorite Sunrise on the Reaping characters if they were enrolled at Hogwarts. P.S. None of us like JKR. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on...
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Sunrise on the Reaping Conclusions - Part II
In Part II of their SOTR wrap-up, Chris and Britt have an actually hopeful discussion 😱 exploring David Hume’s quote on submission and explaining what they’ll be taking with them from this book. Along the way, they talk about the importance of disruption with examples from historic satyagraha...
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Sunrise on the Reaping Conclusions - Part I
Diving into the first part of their concluding thoughts on SOTR, Britt and Chris discuss ideas of found family, community vs solo resistance, and purposeful fracturing of society. They also explore Clerk Carmine's appearance in Mockingjay and some powerful Romani poetry. Please tell a geeky…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Community Episode
This special SOTR episode features wonderful conversations Britt and Chris had with their nerdy community – from wanting Maysilee to be president, to Snow failing upwards, to the things everyone loved about the epilogue. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your podcast app!…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 27 + Epilogue
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...
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 26
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…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 25
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…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 24 - Part II
In the second part of their conversation on Chapter 24, Britt and Chris discuss the Zapatistas and alter-globalization movements, why you should eat potatoes, and the POVs of Wellie and Silka as they choose their final acts on the last day in the arena. They also wonder about Snow's poisonous…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 24 - Part I
The final day in the Games has too much going on, so Britt and Chris split the chapter into two episodes. This week, they cover gender stereotypes in the arena, rich people not paying for stuff, and the grossest poison delivery system. Chris brings in some 1600s Wampanoag history and Britt...
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 23
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 😭 coffee and strawberry ice cream. They…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 22
This week, Britt and Chris discuss Maysilee's breakfast poster and grandmother, the end of the arena, toad-eaters, and some Katniss-Gale and Haymitch-Maysilee parallels. They explore the POVs of Capitol workers, Maysilee, and Maritte. Please tell a geeky friend about us and leave a review on your...
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 21
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...
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 20
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…
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Sunrise on the Reaping Ch. 19
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...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Plunge into analysis, snark, social justice, and compelling themes with two fandom nerds.🏹 Current: Sunrise on the Reaping read-along podcast exploring the new Hunger Games book!👀 Previous:- The Magicians Watch-Along- Hunger Games Read-Through series- Over 150 past episodes discussing compelling themes in Harry Potter, Hunger Games, The Last Airbender, Star Wars, or LOTR!
HOSTED BY
Britt + Chris
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Plunge into analysis, snark, social justice, and compelling themes with two fandom nerds.🏹 Current: Sunrise on the Reaping read-along podcast exploring the new Hunger Games book!👀 Previous:- The Magicians Watch-Along- Hunger Games Read-Through series- Over 150 past episodes discussing compelling...
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