The Damsel Dialogues

Boys and girls of every age, wouldn't you like to see something strange? Come with us and you will see, Season 2's Finale! Join the Damsels of Death as we discuss the classic Nightmare Before Christmas and the lesser known but gorgeous film, Jack and the Cuckoo Clock Heart. Both films feature an unfulfilled guy named Jack, but more importantly show us women that approach the world in very different ways. Learn about the origins of Halloween, Christmas and midwifery, the folly of cultural appropriation as learned by the pumpkin king himself, and the top ten Halloween candies in America.  Happy Hallowmas! SFX & Music provided by Zapsplat.com Links https://www.bloombergquint.com/gadfly/how-washington-irving-influenced-the-modern-christmas-santa https://www.flatlandkc.org/news-issues/birthing-battle-the-struggle-for-equity-in-maternal-health-care/ https://obgynnorth.com/uncategorized/the-history-of-modern-obstetrics-and-gynecology/ https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2019/12/christmas-holiday-season-shopping-retail-gifts/

Dia De Los Muertos is here! Come with us as we delve into the origins, history, traditions and depictions of a holiday that celebrates death as a part of life. The women of Coco and Book of Life show us the importance of family, strength, music and remembering those that have passed on. Delve into the Aztec and Mayan roots of the holiday, and learn how it became the celebration we know today. From Alibrijes to Xibalba, Mama Imelda to La Muerte--  Feliz Dia De Los Muertos!  Music & SFX provided by Zapsplat.com LINKS https://www.worldhistory.org/Xibalba/ https://www.nps.gov/cham/learn/historyculture/oaxacan-art.htm http://camillesloanarts.blogspot.com/2015/03/book-of-life-mythology.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matriarchy https://gap.hks.harvard.edu/gender-differences-competition-evidence-matrilineal-and-patriarchal-society https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/keep-your-brain-young-with-music

What do Lady Tottington from Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Wererabbit, Jenny Bennett from Monster House, and Elsa Van Helsing from Frankenweenie have in common?  At first glance, not much, except that they are not the leads of their movies. But closer inspection shows us that they are each in a story that halts and stammers and explodes due to mob mentality. Groupthink. Mass delusion. When angry and scared people come together, terrible things can happen. Join us as we give these women their due while exploring what mob mentality is, and how it affects humans. Spoiler alert: It affects us really, really easily. Add in an exploration of Mary Shelley and the creation of Frankenstein, the history of werewolves and wererabbits (yes, there is actual history for the latter,) and a peek into the original Frankenweenie short film, and you've got episode 4 of The Damsel Dialogues Season 2: DAMSELS OF DEATH! Music and SFX by Zapsplat.com Links https://www.wattpad.com/729772698-supernatural-myths-explained https://theconversation.com/the-ancient-origins-of-werewolves-104775 https://www.dailyartmagazine.com/killer-rabbits-in-medieval-manuscripts/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/facing-trauma-together/202101/the-psychology-mob-mentality https://news.miami.edu/stories/2021/01/scholars-examine-the-mob-mentality.html https://drwendyjames.com/the-psychology-of-mob-mentality-and-violence/ https://www.simplypsychology.org/asch-conformity.html https://web.archive.org/web/20210303220008/http://www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article/397/sheep_in_human_clothing__scientists_reveal_our_flock_mentality https://arraybc.com/what-is-mob-mentality https://gizmodo.com/how-to-know-whether-your-house-is-occupied-by-demonic-f-791412055 https://www.newportri.com/article/20161025/entertainment/310259989 https://www.wikihow.com/Exorcise-Your-House-or-Dwelling

When this world feels oppressive, mean or cruel (gee, what's that like?) it's tempting to imagine another world to which we could escape. Stories like Coraline and James and the Giant Peach mirror those fantasies in a magical, and sometimes grotesque, way, and allow us to envision what could be. There's the good: Giant insects that demonstrate real friendship, a wise cat guide...And there's the bad: A narcissistic spider witch of Romanian lore who traps her prey using their deepest desires, for example. Come along with us as we explore the mythology and legends behind the women of Coraline and James and the Giant Peach, and imagine what could be behind the portal in your own hidden worlds.  SFX/Music by Zapsplat.com Links https://www.ranker.com/list/coraline-beldam/erin-cody https://www.bustle.com/p/coraline-was-inspired-by-a-folktale-thats-even-creepier-than-neil-gaimans-version-11994869 https://www.mythicalcreaturesguide.com/beldan/ https://weirdfictionreview.com/2011/11/creepy-classic-lucy-cliffords-the-new-mother/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Gaiman https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-uncanny-valley-4846247 www.007.info www.roalddahl.com https://www.learnreligions.com/are-voodoo-dolls-real-95807 https://scaquarium.org/luck-lady-bug/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insects_in_mythology#Symbols,_amulets_and_omens thepleasantdream.com https://www.terriwindling.com/blog/2019/08/cats.html https://basepaws.com/blogs/news/meowgical-mythology-of-cats https://bnr.bg/en/post/101218868/mice-in-folklore-beliefs-and-traditions https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/unexplained-phenomena/water-dowsing.htm

Family Expectations can truly be kooky, spooky, and altogether ooky, and even the most fantastical families have their issues. Join us for Episode 2 of Season 2, as we use The Addams Family and Hotel Transylvania to explore family dynamics. Learn about the history of vampires, goth culture and 1960’s television, while answering the question, “What is normal, anyway?” Wednesday, Morticia and Mavis are this week’s Damsels of Death, and they are dying for you to join us.  SFX provided by Zapsplat.com  Pods Used as Ref:  Mythology & Fiction Explained - Ep. 22: Vampires: A Brief History of Obsession  Weird History Podcast - Ep. 103: How Gothic Got Goth  Links:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/life-smarts/202004/parental-expectations-the-helpful-and-the-harmful https://www.melbournechildpsychology.com.au/blog/6-ways-reassurance-can-actually-make-childrens-anxiety-worse/ https://blogs.psychcentral.com/psychology-self/2018/09/childhood-toxic-shame/  https://courses.lumenlearning.com/wm-lifespandevelopment/chapter/family-life-and-parenting-styles/ https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/psp-pspp0000079.pdf  https://filmschoolrejects.com/spooky-relevance-addams-family/  https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/cultural-history-addams-family-180973315/  https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1620981/trivia/?ref_=tt_trv_trv https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.7227/CST.2.1.5

A ghost is said to be stuck on this mortal plane due to that ubiquitous phrase, "Unfinished Business." They are trapped, unable to move into the next phase because of something that happened while they were alive. Come with us in our inaugural episode of Season 2, The Damsels of Death, as we explore the unfinished business of Emily in The Corpse Bride, and Aggie Prendergast in Paranorman. Learn about the real origins of witches and zombies, and explore how film has used and changed these concepts to create the pointy hat wearing cacklers and lurching corpses we now know so well. Dig under the surface with us as we learn both Victorian and Jewish death rites, and enjoy the lighter side as we swap fun facts about the production of these two delightful Halloween movies. Welcome to Season 2 of The Damsel Dialogues! Music and SFX by Zapsplat.com Links: https://filmschoolrejects.com/witches-on-screen/ http://www.angelpig.net/victorian/engagement.html https://stacker.com/stories/13619/history-zombie-movies http://websites.umich.edu/~engl415/zombies/zombie.html https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/judaism https://www.verywellhealth.com https://www.victorianlondon.org/cassells/cassells-35.htm https://www.funeralbasics.org/do-funerals-still-matter/ https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/59550/era-body-snatchers https://www.fxguide.com/quicktakes/the-tech-behind-paranorman/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/news/2016/02/160211-victorian-hair-art-work-jewelry-death-history/ www.arthistory.net/victorian-jet-jewelry/ https://www.history.com/news/post-mortem-photos-history https://victorianmonsters.wordpress.com/victorian-funerary-practices/ www.amazon.com/Murder-Magic-Medicine-John-Mann/dp/0198507445 Instyle.com

Disney really stepped up their game in 2021 when they produced an entire animated feature from home, in quarantine, during a worldwide pandemic. For our final episode of season one, we are discussing Raya and the Last Dragon, a tale of learning to trust again after betrayal, and the absolute need humans have to rely upon each other in order to grow and live freely. These lessons are always relevant, but even more keenly so in the midst of the turmoil we are all experiencing. Join Sarah as she delves one last time into the origins of a princess and the production of her film, and continue on with Jessica as she explores what it means to trust again when trust has been shattered. Raya and Namaari are our final princesses, and what a pair help us finish off season one.  SFX Provided by Zapsplat.com Historical Links: https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/making-history-while-making-raya-and-the-last-dragon/ https://d23.com/disney-animation-makes-womens-history-while-making-raya-and-the-last-dragon/ https://www.techradar.com/news/raya-and-the-last-dragon-how-disney-made-its-latest-animated-movie-in-lockdown https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raya_and_the_Last_Dragon https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/03/10346209/raya-the-last-dragon-kumandra-based-on-southeast-asia Psychological Links: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-ties-bind-us/202106/disneys-raya-and-the-economics-trust-examining-how-trust-facilitates https://www.moralrevolution.com/blog/3-steps-to-restoring-trust-after-betrayal https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/healing-sexual-trauma/202010/can-you-trust-again-after-being-betrayed https://psychcentral.com/blog/healing-the-wounds-of-betrayal#:~:text=Blaming%20and%20accusing%20is%20a,they%20hope%20to%20repair%20trust.

"I have crossed the horizon to find you. I know your name. They have stolen the heart from inside you. But this does not define you. This is not who are you are. You know who you are." These lyrics and the entirety of Moana illustrate the importance and beauty of truly seeing someone for who they are. Whether in regards to the island of Motunui seeing Moana's true gifts and destiny, or Moana being able to see the truth behind Te Ka's anger, this gorgeous movie holds up empathetic connection as true heroism. Join Sarah as she explores the true myths of the god Maui, and the inspiring production behind Moana, and then come with Jessica as she explores the way this film deals with trauma, truth and connection.  SFX Provided by Zapsplat.com Historical Links: https://www.familysearch.org/blog/en/where-is-moana-from/ http://www.keliiskayak.com/legend-of-maui/ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/moana-directors-reveal-how-story-changed-950468/ https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2016/11/moana-oceanic-trust-disney-controversy-pacific-islanders-polynesia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moana_(2016_film) Psychological Links: https://bust.com/movies/193300-moana-feminized-heroism.html https://www.anewhopetc.org/post/moana#:~:text=If%20Moana%20went%20to%20therapy%2C%20she%20would%20have%20the%20chance,is%20hers%20and%20hers%20alone.&text=Moana%20has%20to%20process%20her,be%20by%20her%20own%20accord. https://medium.com/@sarah01890/cw-sexual-assault-db1207b57c3

GLITTER! HUGS! DANCING! Those are the things that create happiness, right? Well, they are if you ask Princess Poppy, the unwaveringly perky princess in today's episode. Come bop your way through the history of Troll Dolls and the production of the 2016 film, and contemplate with Sarah and Jess what exactly happiness IS. Harvard has some things to say about it! Poppy may be a little much, but she is a great example of resilience in the face of fear, in stark contrast to Justin Trollberlake, also known as Branch. Also, WHICH POP SONG FITS FOR THE MOST AWKWARD AND DANGEROUS SITUATIONS THERE ARE? Get excited for game time. Can't Stop the Feelin'! Historical & Production Links https://trolls.fandom.com/wiki/Trolls https://www.thevintagenews.com/2016/09/09/priority-back-1959-fisherman-couldnt-afford-buy-christmas-gift-daughter-carved-doll-imagination-troll-doll/ www.wikipedia.com https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/colorful-history-troll-doll-180974634/ https://nique.net/entertainment/2016/10/28/director-shares-production-magic-behind-trolls/ https://3dtotal.com/news/general/pursuit-happiness-the-making-of-trolls-by-trevor-hogg-dreamworks-animation-cg-movie#article-be-happy https://expertworldtravel.com/norwegian-troll-folklore-mythology/ Psychology Links https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience https://www.psychologicalscience.org/observer/serious-research-on-happiness https://apnews.com/article/6dab1e79c34e4514af8d184d951f5733

For the First Time in Forever, we are doing TWO princesses in ONE episode. If you have a problem with that, just Let it Go. Ok, I'm done. If you haven't guessed already, this week's episode features Elsa and Anna from the absolute juggernaut of princess movies: FROZEN! Come learn about how Hans Christian Andersen's "The Snow Queen" inspired the film, and the majestic level of work and time and technology that went into this film, particularly the scene in which Elsa builds her ice fortress. Then join us as we explore how birth order among siblings affects their psychology, and the way attachment styles do the same. Maybe when someone is "cold," they are actually self-protective and scared. Elsa and Anna give us so much to talk about psychologically that it could be a whole other podcast! But for today, join us as we find true sisterly love with the ladies from FROZEN. SFX & Music by Zapsplat.com Historical & Production Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frozen_(2013_film) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Snow_Queen https://andersen.sdu.dk/vaerk/hersholt/TheSnowQueen_e.html https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/movies/a30682/15-frozen-facts-making-of-documentary/ https://andersen.sdu.dk/vaerk/hersholt/TheSnowQueen_e.html https://www.thegamer.com/disney-30-details-behind-making-frozen-ridiculous-words/ https://www.movieviral.com/2013/10/07/50-things-you-may-not-know-about-disneys-frozen/ Psychology Links: https://www.fandom.com/articles/psychology-frozen-2-elsa https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-matters-most/201508/healthy-vs-unhealthy-coping-imitate-anna-not-elsa https://birthorderguy.com/parenting/how-birth-order-affects-personality/ https://www.wsj.com/articles/BL-263B-2546 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzlRCtQ5W8A&ab_channel=CinemaTherapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJ9oaURvpEo

The Tale of Princess Kaguya is yet another masterpiece from Studio Ghibli, and boy are there many. This one has the distinction, however, of being conceived and written by Isao Takahata, Mayao Hiyazaki's partner in crime. This was the only film Takahata got to make with Studio Ghibli, and the work spanned decades due to his-- creative -- management style. But in the end, the film was gorgeous, and delved into what it means to be human, and all of the emotions and expectations that go along with it. Sarah will explore the history of the original fairy tale: The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, as well as the development of the film. Also, since a Japanese nursery rhyme forms the emotional thesis of the film, our game time tests Sarah's knowledge of our common nursery rhymes. DO YOU KNOW YOURS? Historical & Production Links: https://theculturetrip.com/asia/japan/articles/the-tale-of-the-bamboo-cutter-the-history-of-the-folktale/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tale_of_the_Princess_Kaguya_(film) https://myhuangopinion.wordpress.com/2018/04/27/princess-kaguya-isao-takahata/ Psychology Links: https://medium.com/@tomhenell/the-difference-between-passion-skill-and-talent-229cacab8a3 morethanabody.org https://thekittycats.wordpress.com/2015/02/20/the-tale-of-princess-kaguya-nursery-rhyme/

MY NAME IS MERIDA, FIRST BORN OF CLAN DUNBROGH. AND I'LL BE SHOOTING FOR MY OWN HAND! This badass princess is breath of fresh Scottish air, and we are so excited to talk about her. Meet Merida, a girl who knows exactly who she is, and  exactly who she isn't. She can't BEAR -- ahem -- how unhappy she is with her life of oppressive royal expectations, so she decides to, well, make a few poor choices. Hey, Ariel had the sea witch, Merida has the wood carver. Join us as Sarah explores the Scottish roots of the film, and the dramatic behind-the-scenes shuffle-ups that affected it's reception. Then lean in as Jessica delves into the relationship between mothers and daughters, and the ways we can learn to fight and be angry in healthy ways, versus destructive ways (Like, you know, turning your mom into a bear.) Finally, find yer fate with some Would You Rather: DISNEY EDITION!!! SFX brought to you by Zapsplat.com Historical & Production Links https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/pixars-braintrust-making-brave-studios-419511/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brave_(2012_film) Psychological Links https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2012/06/does-it-matter-if-the-heroine-of-brave-is-gay/258979/ https://jezebel.com/merida-from-brave-isnt-a-lesbian-but-she-could-be-5921127 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QD1CJz2CbDM&ab_channel=CinemaTherapy

Have you ever felt like a glitch? Like something about you was wrong or insufficient? Meet Vanellope Von Schweetz from 2012's Wreck-It Ralph, a pixelated princess who wants nothing more than to be a racer; Whenever she tries, though, she malfunctions. She is called a glitch, and is ostracized from the others in her game. Learn about the incredibly fun development of the video game world within this movie, and let Vanellope's positive, and snarky, outlook on her decidedly traumatic life inspire you. Remember, your glitch can be your superpower. Also, what would your sweets-inspired racer name be? Historical Links https://fictionalcrossover.fandom.com/wiki/Donkey_Kong_X_Wreck-It_Ralph https://www.slashfilm.com/wreck-it-ralph-50-things https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wreck-It_Ralph Psychological Links https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/research/2011/110510WilliamsOstracism.html https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.00040/full https://www.rte.ie/entertainment/2018/1126/1013016-sarah-silverman-i-grew-up-feeling-like-a-glitch/#:~:text=Speaking%20to%20RT%C3%89%20Entertainment%2C%20she,shame%20and%20my%20biggest%20secret. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hztcMCm1cU&ab_channel=Chlo%C3%A9Hayden

What do you get when you combine Disney royalty, like Glen Keane and Alan Menken, with groundbreaking computer generated animation technology? Why, 2010's Tangled, of course! Join us as we marvel at the depth and complexity of the hair technology used for this film, explore the history of "Girl in a tower" tales, and use Mother Gothel as a lesson in gaslighting, narcissism and emotional abuse. FUN! No, but really, this episode is a blast, and has one of the most fun GAME TIMES yet! Can you name movies in the style of "Tangled" and "Frozen?" Pick an adjective, and GO! Historical Links: https://atomtickets.com/movie-news/how-tangled-changed-disney-animation/ https://www.sciencefriday.com/videos/untangling-the-hairy-physics-of-rapunzel-4/ https://www.tor.com/2016/06/16/magic-and-choices-disneys-tangled/ https://aminoapps.com/c/disney/page/blog/the-making-of-tangled/5BM0_1MWtVuPmkMXzvVjJoWKxg4x3Eem0EQ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tangled https://www.cntraveler.com/galleries/2015-01-11/8-real-world-locations-that-inspired-disney-movies-frozen-brave-aladdin https://www.pookpress.co.uk/project/rapunzel-history/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rapunzel Psychological Links: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/communication-success/201602/10-signs-narcissistic-parent https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/201701/11-red-flags-gaslighting-in-relationship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Efua__7B7j4&ab_channel=CinemaTherapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDJfoVWu3O0&ab_channel=TheFangirl

Princess Tiana is Disney’s first, and only, black princess, and her arrival was met with both excitement and disappointment. A gorgeous film with a blatant disregard for the Jim Crow era in which it’s set, The Princess and the Frog shows us the best and worst of the Disney formula. There’s the requisite magic, music and empowerment to follow one’s dreams, but these are deeply intertwined with whitewashing, cultural appropriation, and a lack of representation of POC behind-the-scenes. For this episode we’re proud to feature Kamala Avila-Salmon, Head of Inclusivity at Lionsgate, and the host/creator of the podcast From Woke to Work. She is a powerhouse of knowledge and ideas and we’re thrilled to have her. And for game time, hold on to your trumpet, we have Lewis the Alligator himself: MICHAEL WOOLEY! Dreams do come true in New Orleans! Music and SFX Provided by Zapsplat.com Historical/Production Links: https://thefairytalecentral.com/the-frog-prince-origins/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Princess_and_the_Frog http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/frog.html http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/type0402.html https://www.frenchquarter.com/true-history-faith-behind-voodoo/ https://arrestinginequality.org/jim-crow https://www.neworleans.com/things-to-do/multicultural/traditions/voodoo/ Psychological Links: https://religiondispatches.org/bad-magic-voodoo-according-to-disney/ https://religiondispatches.org/bad-magic-voodoo-according-to-disney/ https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mic.com/p/why-do-animators-keep-turning-people-of-color-into-animals-65481570/a

We all need some enchantment in our lives, especially these days. So who better to meet this week than the Princess of Andalasia herself, Giselle from Disney's Enchanted? Giselle is the child in all of us, seeing the beauty in the world, and sometimes missing the harsh realities. But Enchanted shows us that there is a necessary balance between the fantastical and the realistic. Join Sarah as she explores the making of the film and the innumerable easter eggs hidden throughout this love-letter to Disney. Then come along with Jessica as she explores the benefits that optimism and hope have on the brain, and the necessity for finding a bit of magic in the mundane. If you feel all warm and fuzzy, "That's How You Know" you've learned from this week's princess: Giselle.  SFX Provided by Zapsplat.com Production Links: https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/enchanted-at-10-revisiting-the-film-with-director-kevin-lima/ http://onthesetofnewyork.com/enchanted.html https://www.moviefone.com/2017/11/20/enchanted-amy-adams-disney-trivia/ https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/Enchanted Psychology Links: https://www.heysigmund.com/how-gratitude-changes-the-brain/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/transcending-the-past/201803/where-do-you-find-enchantment-in-your-life

What makes someone a princess? Is it merely a crown, or is it one's inherent goodness/kindness/purity/insert patriarchal positive feminine trait? Well look no further, because you can find the answer in 2002's Princess and the Pea, a "family" feature that illustrates that no matter what you do-- your fate is sealed by your genetics...Ok, so maybe that isn't what Feature Family Films was going for, but it certainly was the message we got. Join Sarah as she discusses the hysterical early versions of the story of The Princess and Pea, and follow along with Jessica as she explores the concept of nature versus nurture, and whether how we were born dictates our lives, or if life experiences forge us into the people we become. And if that gets too deep, cackle with us as Jess tries to guess synonym-replaced movie titles that Sarah conjured up for Game Time.  Come meet Princess Daria, of The Princess and the Pea.  Sound from Zapsplat.com Historical & Production Links https://www.imdb.com https://amp.en.google-info.org/24624474/1/princess-and-the-pea-2002-film.html https://www.pitt.edu/~dash/type0704.html Psychology Links https://www.simplypsychology.org/naturevsnurture.html https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/nature-vs-nurture

Arthur and the Invisibles introduces us to Princess Selenia: a "thousand year old teenager" drawn to look 18, voiced by a middle-aged Madonna, and romantically paired with 10-year old Arthur. Yep, you heard that correctly. The central "romance" of this movie is mind-bogglingly weird, a word Jess uses a majestic amount of times in this episode. Sarah explains where this movie came from and how it was made, Jess is grossed out by the WEIRDNESS of the messaging, and both wonder how on earth this movie got made and approved. Join us in our incredulity as we meet and discuss Princess Selenia. Music/SFX Provided by zapsplat.com Historical & Production Links Wikipedia.org https://www.firstshowing.net/2007/arthur-and-the-invisibles-review/ https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Film/ArthurAndTheInvisibles https://www.the-numbers.com/movie/Arthur-et-les-Minimoys#tab=summary

What do you get when you cross a middle-grade chapter book, an all-star cast, and an adorable mouse? 2008's The Tale of Despereaux, of course! In this rat and mouse infested "tail," we meet two human girls: Princess Pea and Miggery Sow. Their portrayals are rife with stereotypes, and contrast sharply with the well-developed rodents who serve as our protagonists. Sarah will go into the history and production of the film, and Jessica will explore the implications of implicit bias, and how assumption, especially when subconscious, affects lives. And don't forget, GAME TIME! WHAT FOOD WOULD YOUR KINGDOM HONOR, AND WHAT WOULD YOUR MAGICAL FOOD ASSISTANT LOOK LIKE? Some SFX provided by Zapsplat.com Historical & Production Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tale_of_Despereaux https://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/27/movies/27movi.html?_r=1&ei=5070&emc=eta1 https://www.awn.com/news/mike-johnson-helm-tale-despereaux https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0420238/fullcredits/?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm Psychology Links: https://perception.org/research/implicit-bias/

25 Episodes in, and it’s time to celebrate! We decided that on this holiday weekend (for our US listeners, that is,) we would revel in the Damsels that started us off, and talk about our favorite moments from all our past princesses. We get one minute to talk about each gal from episode 1-25, and honestly, we get a little ferklempt. We’re so happy you’re with us! Join us for this July 4th weekend trip down Memory Lane on this BONUS EPISODE! Music/SFX Provided by zapsplat.com