Watching Books Podcast

Episodes

1. 13

   Little Women

   Join Laura and Victoria as they discuss Louisa May Alcott's Little Women and the adapted stage and silver screen versions.

   Apr 17, 2026

   1 hr 47 min
2. 12

   In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash otherwise known as A Christmas Story

   Laura and Victoria discuss Jean Shepherd's book In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash on which the classic Christmas movie, A Christmas Story, is based.

   Jan 30, 2026

   1 hr 42 min
3. 11

   Wicked - Part 2

   Laura and Victoria conclude their in depth look into the Wizard of Oz and its adaptations. See if Laura and Victoria give Wicked: For Good two thumbs up.

   Dec 12, 2025

   1 hr 37 min
4. 10

   Wicked - Part 1

   Laura and Victoria continue their journey to Oz delving into Gregory Maguire's reimagining of Oz. Join us next week for our final episode in the land of Oz.

   Nov 22, 2025

   1 hr 28 min
5. 9

   The Wiz

   The bookwatchers continue their month-long journey into Oz, but this time, they cover The Wiz, the all-black version of the Wizard of Oz, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s classic book.

   Nov 18, 2025

   54 min
6. 8

   Wizard of Oz

   Laura and Victoria invite you to join them as they discuss this classic tale, from the book to the big screen to Broadway.

   Nov 14, 2025

   1 hr 22 min
7. 7

   Dracula

   There are how many adaptations to Dracula? In this episode Laura and Victoria have fun discussing just a few. Happy Birthday, Victoria, and Happy Halloween!

   Oct 31, 2025

   1 hr 26 min
8. 6

   Meet Me in St. Louis

   Join Laura and Victoria as they discuss one of their top five favorite musicals. Who knew Meet Me in St. Louis was based on a book?

   Oct 25, 2025

   1 hr 46 min
9. 5

   Carrie

   Join Laura and Victoria as they dive into the world of horror with Stephen King's classic novel, Carrie.

   Oct 18, 2025

   1 hr 35 min
10. 4

    Sleepy Hollow

    Laura and Victoria delve into the world of Ichabod Crane in Washington Irving's classic, The Legend of Sleepy Hallow.

    Oct 13, 2025

    1 hr 3 min
11. 3

    Matilda

    Laura and Victoria discuss Roald Dahl's classic book, Matilda, and its adaptations to big screen and stage.

    Oct 13, 2025

    1 hr 17 min
12. 2

    Tuck Everlasting

    In this episode, this mother/daughter duo discuss Tuck Everlasting. We compare the book to the movie and Broadway adaptation.

    Oct 13, 2025

    1 hr
13. 1

    Cyrano de Bergerac

    This episode focuses on the surprising differences in the original Cyrano de Bergerac play and its several adaptations. Laura and Victoria discuss their thoughts on this classic. Peter Dinklage blew us away!!!!

    Oct 13, 2025

    1 hr 36 min