Hello from Elsewhere: Exploring Pop Culture
88 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsValerie and Casey Winters explore the themes of your favorite movies and books with depth, positivity, and infectious enthusiasm. Journey through Elsewhere every other Friday. Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE.
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Episodes
Goodbye from Elsewhere
May 07, 2021 06:05 - 57 minutes - 57.7 MB. . . and in case we don't see ya: good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight.
Guess the Actor (Bonus Beeps)
April 30, 2021 06:05 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MBEnjoy this bonus episode, just for fun!
Siblings | Featuring Jordan and Tyler from Late to the Party
April 23, 2021 06:05 - 54 minutes - 44.5 MBThis week, Jordan and Tyler (from the D&D podcast Late to the Party) take over Elsewhere to discuss fictional siblings, like Anna & Elsa, Hiro & Tadashi, and Katniss & Prim--plus many more! Follow Jordan's and Tyler's podcast @lttpdnd on Twitter and Instagram! You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE...
Sidekicks | Featuring Becca and Iny from Sincerely, Us
April 09, 2021 06:05 - 55 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week, Becca and Iny (from the podcast Sincerely, Us) take over Elsewhere to discuss their favorite fictional sidekicks, like Ned from the MCU's Spider-Man, R2-D2 (savior of the galaxy), and Stiles from Teen Wolf--plus many more! Follow Becca and Iny's podcast @sincerelyuspod on Twitter and Instagram! You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . ...
Sidekicks (Featuring Becca and Iny from Sincerely, Us)
April 09, 2021 06:05 - 55 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week, Becca and Iny (from the podcast Sincerely, Us) take over Elsewhere to discuss their favorite fictional sidekicks, like Ned from the MCU's Spider-Man, R2-D2 (savior of the galaxy), and Stiles from Teen Wolf--plus many more! Follow Becca and Iny's podcast @sincerelyuspod on Twitter and Instagram! You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . ...
Making of: Fantastic Mr. Fox (with Iny Fuenmayor of Sincerely, Us)
March 26, 2021 06:05 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBBroadcasting from the farms of Boggis, Bunce, and Bean, Casey is joined by best friend Iny Fuenmayor (from the podcast Sincerely, Us) to discuss stop motion animation in general and all the behind-the-scenes trivia from Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009). You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE...
Making of: Fantastic Mr. Fox | with Iny Fuenmayor of Sincerely, Us
March 26, 2021 06:05 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBBroadcasting from the farms of Boggis, Bunce, and Bean, Casey is joined by best friend Iny Fuenmayor (from the podcast Sincerely, Us) to discuss stop motion animation in general and all the behind-the-scenes trivia from Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009). You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE...
Found Family and Michael Schur
March 12, 2021 07:05 - 49 minutes - 48.5 MBBroadcasting from the writer's room of a television show, we explore the theme of found family in the works of Michael Schur: The Office, Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn 99, and The Good Place! You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org . Episode Show Not...
Making of: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
February 26, 2021 07:05 - 51 minutes - 52.2 MBBroadcasting from an exploding super collider, we explore the creation of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, plus we discuss the pop cultural and social importance of the character of Miles Morales. You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . For Black History Month, all proceeds from our merch store AND our Patreon in February will be donated to th...
Cursed Romance in Star Wars
February 12, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBBroadcasting from the idyllic lakes of Naboo, we explore the cursed, tragic romances in the Star Wars universe, from Han and Leia to Rey and Ben. Plus, we consider who's to blame for this curse, and Valerie can't stop thinking about Hera and Kanan. You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Check out our new merch store: www.teepublic.com/user/hello-from-elsewhere . For Black History Month, all proceeds from our merch store...
Jojo Rabbit and the Imaginary Enemy
January 29, 2021 07:05 - 51 minutes - 53.2 MBBroadcasting from the mind of a German boy during World War II, in this episode we explore the theme of imagination in Jojo Rabbit (2019), both as a dark and dehumanizing action as well as one of hopeful resistance. You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
New Beginnings and Revenge
January 15, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBThis episode comes to you straight from the casino floor of the Bellagio in Las Vegas, where we discuss new beginnings and revenge, specifically in Ocean's Eleven, The Count of Monte Cristo (2002), and Captain America: Civil War. Time stamps: Ocean's Eleven: 5:40. Count of Monte Cristo: 21:50. Captain America: Civil War: 53:20 You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord (the real Good Place): just visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Hello from Elsewhere is ...
Would You Rather?: Pop Culture Edition
January 01, 2021 07:05 - 59 minutes - 58.1 MBIn this episode, we ask a plethora of "Would You Rather?" questions, all with a pop culture twist. List of questions: https://www.patreon.com/posts/45646098 You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord (the real Good Place): just visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
The Good Place and Goodbyes: None of This is Bad
December 18, 2020 07:05 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBSPOILERS for the Good Place finale ahead! This episode comes to you straight from The Good Place. We discuss the farewell episodes of television masterpiece The Good Place and why endings are important, valuable, necessary, and good. "Picture a wave . . ." You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord (the real Good Place): just visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Mythical Creatures
December 04, 2020 07:05 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBThis episode comes to you straight from a mythical menagerie! We bring you all the best history from our favorite mythological creatures: mermaids, dragons, phoenixes, and unicorns! You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Celebrating 2 Years of Hello from Elsewhere: Listener Q&A
November 20, 2020 07:05 - 51 minutes - 51.1 MBHello from Elsewhere is 2 years old this month! To celebrate, we answer a flood of listener questions, like what inspired the podcast, what our favorite episodes are, and whether a straw has one hole or two. Discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: just visit www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere to join! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Creative Friendships and the Dares that Shaped Pop Culture
November 06, 2020 07:05 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBThis episode comes to you straight from Lake Geneva, Switzerland, in the middle of a rainstorm! We bring you all the best trivia from the lives of pop culture's most valuable friendships: Mary Shelley and friends, J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, and George Lucas and Steven Spielberg. Plus, we discuss what creative people we'd invite over for dinner, and we end the episode with a BIG PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT! You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discord: visit www.patreon.com/hello...
Frankenstein Stories: Jurassic Park, The Prestige, and Avengers: Age of Ultron
October 23, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 80 MBThis episode comes to you straight from a mad scientist's laboratory, where Valerie and Casey explore the themes of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein in three modern films: Jurassic Park (1993), The Prestige (2006), and Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) all include obsessive characters who take their scientific creations too far. Plus, Valerie claims the Iron Man suit is a monster, and Casey accepts his death at the (small) hands of a T-rex. You can discuss this episode with us in our amazing Discor...
Bonus: Our Nerdiest Stories
October 09, 2020 06:06 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBEnjoy this bonus episode, originally exclusive to Swashbucklers of Elsewhere! In this episode, we tell all of our nerdiest stories from childhood to adulthood. To hear more bonus episodes like this one, become a Swashbuckler at patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere .
Interview: Taylor Balliet Loves Kinky Boots
October 09, 2020 06:05 - 24 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode, Valerie interviews Robot Overlord of Elsewhere Taylor Balliet! What piece of fiction does Taylor love above all others? The Broadway musical Kinky Boots! Taylor dives into what makes Kinky Boots such an uplifting piece of fiction, plus she talks about Tangled, hot chocolate, and the Book of Mormon musical. You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, vis...
Actors Playing Actors But Nobody Knows They're Actors
September 25, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBThis episode comes to you from on board the NSEA Protector! In this episode, we explore a sub-subgenre of comedy films: actors playing actors but nobody knows they're actors. Specifically, we compare and contrast Three Amigos! (1986), A Bug's Life (1998), and Galaxy Quest (1999). Plus, Valerie pitches an autobiographical film with Mandy Moore singing in the New Mexican wilderness. You can join our Discord by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere ! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud membe...
The Themes of John Williams
September 11, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBThis episode comes to you straight from Anvil Studios in March 1977, where the London Symphony Orchestra is about to record the score for Star Wars. In this episode, we explore the emotional resonance of the music of John Williams, from Jaws to Star Wars to Harry Potter! Plus, we debate whether John Williams wears tuxedo pajamas. You can join our Discord by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere ! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne....
Jane Austen Adaptations
August 28, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 120 MBBroadcasting from the Pemberley garden, we discuss the many film adaptations of Jane Austen's novels, from Sense & Sensibility (1995) to Pride & Prejudice (2005) to Emma (2020). Plus, we talk Pride & Prejudice & Zombies, Clueless, and the Lizzie Bennet Diaries. You can join our Discord by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere ! Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org . Article mentioned in this episode: www.theringer.com/movies/2020/...
Valerie's Birthday Episode: Our Favorite Movies EVERY YEAR Since 1990
August 14, 2020 06:05 - 55 minutes - 91.8 MBBroadcasting from the McCallister family home in the suburbs of Chicago, we celebrate Valerie turning 30! To commemorate, we discuss our favorite movie EVERY YEAR since 1990: from romantic comedies to animated films to science fiction epics, we cover it all! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
500 Days of Summer: Defying the Manic Pixie Dream Girl
July 31, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 108 MBBroadcasting from a greeting card company in Los Angeles, we analyze the manic pixie dream girl trope in 500 Days of Summer. Plus, we explore Elizabethtown, Casey dreams of riding Appa over Middle-Earth, and Valerie wants to go on a knitting spree with Molly Weasley! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Interview: Ryan Winters Loves Mass Effect
July 24, 2020 06:05 - 29 minutes - 45.6 MBIn this episode, Casey interviews Ryan, a visual artist and co-host of Pushing 40 Bit on YouTube--Ryan also happens to be Casey's older brother! What piece of fiction does Ryan love above all others? The video game Mass Effect! Ryan dives into what makes Mass Effect such a spectacular piece of fiction in gaming, plus he talks about Ethan Hunt, alien abductions, and The Witches. Follow Ryan on Twitter @afrostywinter and find Pushing 40 Bit on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts! Check ...
Masks and Identity: The Rise of Skywalker and the Mandalorian
July 17, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 106 MBBroadcasting from a wretched hive of scum and villainy--in a galaxy far, far away--we explore the symbolism of masks in both The Mandalorian and The Rise of Skywalker. Plus, we discuss why Ben Solo's skin is so luminous, we wonder whether General Hux is jealous of Kylo Ren's mask, and Valerie acts like the Mouth of Sauron again! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podca...
Beach Party Movies . . . and Jaws
July 03, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 132 MBBroadcasting from the biggest wave off the coast of California, we dive into the fascinating history of the (somewhat) forgotten genre of beach party movies--from Gidget to Teen Beach Movie, and every music-filled, surf-crazed film in between. Plus, we discuss Spielberg's Jaws, we dream of shopping for sweaters with Rian Johnson, and we create our own beach movie mad libs! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is...
Interview: Krista Olsen Loves The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson
June 26, 2020 06:05 - 41 minutes - 65.5 MBIn this episode, Valerie interviews Krista Olsen, bookstagrammer @beamingbookworm! What piece of fiction does Krista love above all others? The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson! Plus, she gushes about all Brandon Sanderson books, the TV series Avatar the Last Airbender, and Anne of Green Gables! Mental Illness in Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive: https://www.tor.com/2018/06/05/ideal-heroes-mental-illness-in-brandon-sandersons-stormlight-archive/ . Become an official Human of Elsewhere...
Representation in Pop Culture: Why Does It Matter?
June 19, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 166 MBBroadcasting from Hollywood in a not-too-distant future, we discuss the value of diverse representation in movies and books. Plus, listen to the voices of listeners and friends as they share why representation matters to them--special thanks to Emilee, Luke, Shira, Erica, Taylor, Sarah, Laina, Sophia Ridder of the Watchable Media podcast (@watchablemedia), Bethy Hernandez of the Watchable Media podcast (@watchablemedia), Kat of the Rogue Fangirls Podcast (@theroguefangirls), and author Beth ...
The Power of Kindness: Paddington Bear and Knives Out
June 12, 2020 06:05 - 56 minutes - 94.5 MBBroadcasting from darkest Peru--but also from an elderly author's creaky mansion--we dive into the concept of kindness in Paddington (1 and 2) and Knives Out (a strange pair, we know). Plus, we discuss what story would change completely with an added dose of kindness, and we gush about Captain America in a sweater. You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.w...
Black Voices to Support
June 05, 2020 06:05 - 5 minutes - 5.07 MBIn light of recent events and the long history of racism against Black people worldwide, we have decided to postpone the episode we had planned for today. To our White listeners, we encourage you to spend time seeking out and listening to Black voices in this resistance, especially after the news cycle moves on to something new. Follow this link for some anti-racist resources if you need a place to start: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PvBqd1TaPnwtwtG16L26zIAC4055b7T9xv7v25_MgnY/edit?us...
Interview: Pix Loves Kingdom Hearts
May 29, 2020 06:05 - 16 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, Casey interviews Pix, co-host of I'm Telling Dad: a podcast about siblings! What piece of fiction does Pix love above all others? The video game Kingdom Hearts! Pix retells playing through this epic Square Enix and Disney crossover game for the first time with her dad. Plus, she gushes about Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Captain Hook, and Gandalf. You can find Pix's amazing podcast, I'm Telling Dad, wherever you listen to podcasts, and on Instagram and Twitter @...
Women in Star Wars
May 22, 2020 06:05 - 1 hour - 127 MBPlease take our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HZW6S9T . Broadcasting from Coruscant, The Ghost, Mandalore, and broken down AT-AT Walkers, Valerie is joined by Becca and Iny from Sincerely Us to discuss the strong women in the Star Wars universe! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcast...
Comedians in Serious Movie Roles
May 08, 2020 07:00 - 52 minutes - 87.2 MBPlease take our listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HZW6S9T . Broadcasting from Eyjafjallajökull in Iceland, Valerie and Casey discuss comedians in serious--or semi-serious--movie roles, particularly Steve Carell in Dan in Real Life, Ben Stiller in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and Will Ferrell in Stranger Than Fiction. Plus, Casey and Valerie's house is still haunted. You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our stor...
Which Characters Would Be the Best and Worst Roommates During Quarantine?
April 24, 2020 13:05 - 48 minutes - 51.3 MBBroadcasting from a normal house in the middle of a postapocalyptic wasteland, Casey and Valerie discuss which fictional characters would be the best--and worst--roommates during a pandemic. Would Sid from Toy Story make a good friend in quarantine? What about Jean Ralphio from Parks & Rec? How about Spock, Chewbacca, or Molly Weasley? Casey and Valerie cover these and many, many more! Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at w...
Interview: Our Kids Love Frozen 2 and Star Wars Rebels
April 17, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, Casey interviews his and Valerie's two oldest kids. What pieces of fiction do they love above all others? Frozen 2 and Star Wars Rebels! Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Emotional Stories
April 10, 2020 08:00 - 56 minutes - 68.7 MBBroadcasting from . . . our hearts? In this episode, Casey and Valerie match stories with their emotions, from fear to hygge to euphoria, from The Dark Knight to The Princess Bride. Play along as you listen! Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Elsewhere Movie Club: The Princess Diaries Commentary
March 28, 2020 07:05 - 1 hour - 117 MBIt's another movie commentary for your quarantine! Broadcasting from Genovia, Valerie and Casey watch 2001's The Princess Diaries in real-time! So sit down, load up your Disney+, and watch along! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org .
Julie Andrews: The Hollywood Years
March 27, 2020 07:05 - 56 minutes - 67.7 MBBroadcasting from 17 Cherry Tree Lane, Valerie and Casey present all the Julie Andrews trivia you could possibly imagine, from flying as Mary Poppins to being blown over by a helicopter while filming the Sound of Music! To listen to a discussion on Julie Andrews's years on Broadway, listen to Valerie's guest appearance on Sincerely, Us: A Podcast for the Casual Musical Theatre Fan (3/25/2020)! Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our sto...
Interview: Mary Clay Watt Loves Parks and Rec
March 20, 2020 07:10 - 51 minutes - 56.9 MBIn this episode, Valerie interviews Mary Clay Watt, host of That's What I'm Tolkien About! What piece of fiction does Mary Clay love above all others? Parks and Recreation! Which Mary Clay describes as a warm hug of a show and a favorite of hers since college. Mary Clay and Valerie also gush about their mutual love of Princess Diaries and Julie Andrews. Find MC on Instagram and Twitter @mcturndownforwatt, and That's What I'm Tolkien About @tolkienaboutpod. Become an official Human of Elsewher...
Interview: Mary Clay Watt Loves Park and Rec
March 20, 2020 07:10 - 51 minutes - 56.9 MBIn this episode, Valerie interviews Mary Clay Watt, host of That's What I'm Tolkien About! What piece of fiction does Mary Clay love above all others? Parks and Recreation! Which Mary Clay describes as a warm hug of a show and a favorite of hers since college. Mary Clay and Valerie also gush about their mutual love of Princess Diaries and Julie Andrews. Find MC on Instagram and Twitter @mcturndownforwatt, and That's What I'm Tolkien About @tolkienaboutpod. Become an official Human of Elsewher...
Elsewhere Movie Club: Willow Commentary
March 19, 2020 21:07 - 2 hours - 140 MBBonus episode: it's a movie commentary for your quarantine! Broadcasting from Nelwyn country, welcome to our very first Elsewhere Movie Club, where Valerie and Casey watch in real-time the fantasy masterpiece (?) Willow from 1988. So sit down, load up your Disney+, and watch along! You can become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For ...
Magical Portals and Gateways
March 13, 2020 08:00 - 55 minutes - 66.9 MBBroadcasting from Spare Oom in the city of War Drobe, Valerie and Casey discuss portal fantasies, from The Chronicles of Narnia to Stranger Things. Plus, the tales of their mildly haunted house continue, and they decide who is a hotter James McAvoy character: a bald Professor X or a shirtless Mr. Tumnus! Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud membe...
The Power of Story
February 28, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutes - 57.4 MBIn this episode Valerie and Casey explore what makes stories so powerful, from the way storytelling defines us as humans, to the value of representation in fiction, to the science of how stories affect our brains. Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org . Episode references: https://www.pat...
Interview: Ryan Lehman Loves Red Rising
February 21, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode, Valerie interviews Ryan Lehman, host of A Sorta Star Wars Podcast! What piece of fiction does Ryan love above all others? Red Rising by Pierce Brown! They also discuss 3 Ninjas, dystopian novels, and parenting. Find Ryan on Instagram and Twitter @sortastarwars. Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great p...
Fictional Character Dates
February 14, 2020 09:00 - 44 minutes - 51.5 MBBroadcasting from Madame Pudifoot's Tea Shop, Valerie and Casey match fictional characters and send them on dates, just in time for Valentine's Day: from Rey and Aragorn, to Lightning McQueen and Mr. Incredible, to Princess Anna and Kermit the Frog, plus many, MANY more! Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts...
Musical Moments in Star Wars and Harry Potter
January 31, 2020 09:00 - 46 minutes - 61.1 MBIn this episode, Valerie and Casey discuss their favorite musical moments in the Harry Potter films and in Star Wars. Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere . Hello from Elsewhere is a proud member of WBNE. For more great podcasts, visit www.wbne.org
Interview: Iny Fuenmayor Loves In the Heights
January 24, 2020 09:00 - 23 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode, Casey interviews Iny Fuenmayor, co-host of Sincerely, Us: A Podcast for the Casual Musical Theatre Fan! What piece of fiction does Iny love above all others? Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights! As a musical theater fan and an American woman of Cuban and Colombian heritage, Iny shares the powerful cultural and personal resonance of this Broadway sensation about found family in a Latin-American neighborhood. Plus, Iny and Casey share their adoration for Tom Cruise movies, Pixa...
The Significance of Names in Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings
January 17, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBBroadcasting from Tom Riddle's diary, Valerie and Casey explore the symbolism and meaning of names in both the Harry Potter series and The Lord of the Rings, from the alliterative founders of Hogwarts to the dozens of names for Gandalf. Plus, we discuss Sauron's connection to The Music Man and Dumbledore's existence in Middle-earth (really!). Become an official Human of Elsewhere by visiting www.patreon.com/hellofromelsewhere . Visit our store at www.teespring.com/stores/hello-from-elsewhere ...