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In this conversational podcast, we will be discussing everything and anything related to books, movies, artworks, music, poetry, essays, and more. We will be delving into the themes and significance of various works in order to be more "shelf" aware of humanity and the world we live in. All discussions are opinion-based. We are not experts, but we are enthusiasts and hopefully, after listening to our podcast, you will be too.
Disclaimer: In certain episodes, we do discuss sensitive themes. If that is the case, there will be disclaimers and/or resources in the episode description.
Disclaimer: In certain episodes, we do discuss sensitive themes. If that is the case, there will be disclaimers and/or resources in the episode description.
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In this light-hearted episode of the Shelf Awareness podcast, we discuss why two Y/A book series from our youth (Twilight and The Mortal Instruments) are incredibly problematic and seemingly absurd. Tune in for some second hand embarrassment, unfortunate nostalgia, and uncomfortable laughs.
In this episode, we analyze Delia Owen's contemporary novel Where the Crawdad's Sing (which we both love!). We discuss the aspects of the books that caught our attention, the heartbreaking coming-of-age story and the murder mystery element, and also how the descriptions of the natural world in this novel are absolutely stunning. Stay tuned!
In today’s episode, we will be talking about our different college experiences. We are basing our discussion on a 4-minute YouTube video called “My College Transition” filmed by Emery Bergmann. The link to the video can be found below, we highly recommend you watch it before listening to the podcast.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAUcoadqRlE&t=187s
In this episode, we will be continuing our discussion of Sylvia Plath's first and only novel "The Bell Jar" and we will be conducting a character analysis of the protagonist Esther Greenwood, a nuanced and oftentimes relatable individual.
Disclaimer: In this episode, we will be discussing difficult subjects like depression and suicide. If these topics are disturbing, please consider not listening to this episode and prioritizing your mental health. Please know that you are not alone in this.
Resources:
https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines
https://afsp.org/suicide-prevention-resources
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#Crisis-hotlines
In this episode, we will be discussing the themes and symbols in Sylvia Plath's first and only novel "The Bell Jar." Stay tuned!
Disclaimer: In this episode, we will be discussing difficult subjects like depression and suicide. If these topics are disturbing, please consider not listening to this episode and prioritizing your mental health. Please know that you are not alone in this.
Resources:
https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines
https://afsp.org/suicide-prevention-resources
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#Crisis-hotlines
An album review of Olivia Rodrigo's debut "SOUR" (which we love). Stay tuned!
In this episode, we discuss banned book in the US and other places around the world, the reasons why they were banned, and our own personal impressions about the merit these books hold.
Disclaimer: There are spoilers in this episode about several different works, and sensitive topics are being discussed. Here are the time stamps and warnings in regards to each work. Listener discretion is advised.
1) "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell, 1:24 - 9:58 (Warning: Discussions of derogatory language)
2) "Leaves of Grass" by Walt Witman, 9:59 - 13:34
3) "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 13:35 - 20:54
4) "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, 20:55 - 28:11 (Warning: Discussions of sexual assault and derogatory language)
Welcome to Season 2 of the Shelf Awareness Podcast! In this episode, we will be analyzing one of our favorite books, "1984" by George Orwell. In our analysis, we talk about the dystopian world created by the mysterious, totalitarian leader Big Brother and how the trends narrated in this book closely paralleled actual totalitarian, communist societies in the late 20th century.
Enjoy our Season 1 bloopers for a good laugh!
In the Season 1 finale of Shelf Awareness, we will be analyzing two poems called "Little Red Cap" and "Success is counted sweetest" by Carol Ann Duffy and Emily Dickinson respectively. Happy International Women's Day!
In this episode, we conduct a (fun) analysis of Greta Gerwig's 2019 film "Little Women," starring Saoirse Ronan, Timothee Chalamet (*gushes*), Emma Watson, and more. We discuss the aspiration of the characters, critique the film, talk about its themes, and more. Stay tuned for some valuable shelf awareness!
In this episode, we will be discussing two works of literature (a novel and play) that we, personally, despise and the reasons that we dislike them. Those works are "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger and "Waiting for Godot" by Samuel Beckett. Stay tuned for some valuable shelf awareness!
In this episode, we fangirl over Joyce Carol Oates and we offer our interpretations of Arnold Friend, a sinister, devilish character from the short story "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" Stay tuned for some valuable shelf awareness.
Disclaimer: We will be discussing difficult topics like sexual assault. If these subjects bother you, we suggest you not listen to this episode. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, we conduct a very interesting analysis of the painting "Ophelia" by British artist Sir John Everett Millais. We analyze it by looking at the composition, symbols, and themes regarding Ophelia's subliminal role in the play "Hamlet" and question whether she really goes insane (or if her death had a real purpose). Stay tuned for some valuable shelf awareness!
In our (belated) spooky season episode, we discuss Edgar Allan Poe's short story "Tell-Tale Heart." Expect a (chaotic) and interesting analysis of the themes of this very suspenseful short story, along with some jump scares (sort of). Stay tuned!
In this episode, we take a line-by-line look at the poem "Mirror" by Sylvia Plath. We cover female worship of appearance and its effect on women's psyche. Stay tuned for some valuable "shelf" awareness!
In this episode, we conduct an analysis of the characters in "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde. We look at the moral degeneration of Dorian's soul and how his malleable innocence was corrupted by hedonism and self-worship. Stay tuned for some valuable "shelf" awareness!
In this episode, we discuss banned books in the US, the reasons why they were banned, and our own personal impressions and opinions about the merit these books hold.
Disclaimer: There are spoilers in this episode about certain books, so here are the timestamps for each discussion:
1) "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck (01:46-10:06)
2) "James and the Giant Peach" by Roald Dahl (10:06-13:14)
3) "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald (13:14-17:39)
4) "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley (17:39-22:19)
In our pilot episode, we discuss "The Yellow Wallpaper", a short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. We will discuss women's mental health taboos and domestic treatments in the 19th century. Tune in to gain some valuable "shelf" awareness.
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