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Parallel Fiction

56 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

Parallel Fiction is the perfect supplemental companion to all of the stories you consume. We will be covering movies, television, books, graphic novels, video games, and music whenever it applies. Learn more about things you love, and get to know us a little bit better as we give you a peak into our lives and opinions.

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Ep 49: Dance & Gymnastics - Stick It & Tiny Pretty Things

September 22, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

We're back friends! In this episode, Heather is really in her element covering dance & gymnastics, two sports she has spent years devoted to. We'll be talking about the 2000's coming of age teen comedy Stick It as well as the recent entry novel in a series about dancers in NYC called Tiny Pretty Things - now a Netflix show. Theres a lot of current events discussed, including the state of gymnastics in America as well as the recent Olympic games in Tokyo. As always we bring some laughs a...

Ep 48: Hard Workers - Spider-Man 2 & Little House On The Prairie

September 08, 2021 16:49 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

Welcome back friends! In this episode we honor the importance of Labor Day in America, recapping two stories that really tell the full spectrum of what it means to "put in the work". Whether it be the honest day's work of the Ingalis family, or the toxic over-scheduled life of Peter Parker, everyone has known some degree of pride or burnout. We explore what it means on both sides of the scale and give our honest thoughts on which way is better for us. Join us and enjoy!

Ep 47: Crossing The Streams Vol. IV. Original TV Music - Always Sunny & Metalocalypse.

September 02, 2021 21:30 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

Music is in the air! In this episode we present Crossing The Streams Vol III. and we'll be talking about two of our favorite shows, the iconic "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and the cult favorite Adult Swim original "Metalocalypse". Both of these shows have one thing in common, great original music! Whether or not you're into heavy metal or show tunes, the record sales and live show attendance of both shows speak for itself. We have a really fun conversation about both shows in our a...

Ep 46: Book Lovers - Misery & The Book Thief

August 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MB

Hey friends, welcome to another thought provoking episode of Parallel Fiction. This week we recognize Book Lover's Day with a pair of very different stories about fans of literature. This is a little bit of a heavier episode based on the subject matter, but we end up having a very lively conversation in our analysis portion of what a true fan looks like, how fans interact, and how each person loves literature differently. Join us as we recap the 90's classic thriller Misery staring Kathy B...

Ep 45: Parenting - Big Daddy & Someone Like You

August 11, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Our secret is out! We're expecting our first child come January 2022 and we are over the moon! At the suggestion of one of our close friends & listeners, we're talking about Parenting this week with two stories that have grown up with us since the 90's. Adam Sandler's 1999 hit Big Daddy shows us a lot about growing up in a short period of time, and Sarah Dessen's 1998 novel Someone Like you teaches us what a new baby will bring, and how to (try) and prepare. We had a lot of fun in this ep...

Ep 44: Art - Walk The Line & A Picture of Dorian Gray

August 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

This week we finally get to show off our brand new Parallel Fiction cover art! Created with the help of the amazingly talented Greyson Art (@graysonart), we're proud update our look moving forward. In honor of the occasion, we decided to shine the spotlight on artists everywhere and to cover two stories that take us through the life and times of big creators. Showing the trials and tribulations of a struggling artist, Walk The Line takes us through the life of American music icon Johnny Ca...

Ep 43: Crossing the Streams Vol III. Revamps - Gossip Girl 2021 & Cobra Kai

July 29, 2021 15:38 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

Welcome to Vol III of Crossing The Streams! This week we're looking at shows that aren't quite reboots/remakes, but a story that continues on years after the original has ended. Taking place long after the dust has settled, these shows give a shot in the arm to two franchises that have so much more story to tell. Join us as we dissect the YouTube Premium turned Neftlix powerhouse Cobra Kai - the continuation of the iconic 80's film Karate Kid - and a teen drama stylishly strutting into th...

Bonus Episode: Parallel Fiction Vs The Inner Nerds - Movie Trivia!

July 26, 2021 00:13 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Hey friends! Hope everyone is having a great summer so far. We were lucky enough to spend some time with our friends over at The Inner Nerds podcast and record a bunch of content for our listeners. We stepped into the Nerd Cave for some Movie trivia, and played a raucous game of BlockBuster The Party Game with nerds Stephen and John. Take a listen to the hilarity that ensues between 4 people who love movies, and when you're done hop over to the Inner Nerds and give them follow/subscriptio...

Ep 42: Vacation - Forgetting Sarah Marshall & The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants

July 21, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

Its brutal out here! We're talking about the summer heat of course. What a better time to get away and enjoy the sun, sit by the beach, and crank your favorite podcast duo? This week we're taking you on a trip metaphorically through the scope of 2 of our favorite stories. We're breaking down the hilarious 2008 comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall and the wonderful coming of age novel "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" Both stories are sure to get your gears turning for a summer getaway,...

Ep 41: Aliens - Independence Day & War Of The Worlds

July 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

Aliens! In this episode we talk about 2 landmark stories that defined how extra terrestrial stories are presented. The original War of the Worlds is a trip back to the late 1800's and laid the template that Independence Day would follow almost 100 years later. Besides, everyone loves a good alien story! We also dive into our own fun theories about visitors from another planet and whether we think Earth has already been visited in the past. Lots of fun in this episode, come join us!

Ep 40: Video Games - Ready Player One & Fallout 4

July 07, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

Hey friends and gamers, join us this week in celebration of National Video Game Day on July 8th as we cover two stories that jump from the screen an into our imagination. Both set in a dystopian future, Fallout 4 and Ready Player One encapsulate the role playing aspect of video games, as well as earning gear, solving difficult problems, and being entertained by a compelling story. This episode, we discuss some serious topics in the world of gaming such as Gamergate, time blindness, and heal...

Ep 39: Red Herring - Scream & The Woman In Cabin 10

June 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

Hey friends! Everyone loves a good mystery, and this episode we're serving up two. Back in the old days, Red Herring's were used to train & condition dogs to use their sense of smell better, by throwing them off trail with the pungent fish. In literature and film, Red Herrings are a plot device to purposely throw the viewer off the correct track in order to shock them later on in the story. The 1996 slasher cult classic Scream is the absolute definition of Red Herring, with its constant m...

Ep 38: Controversy - Dogma & A Spark Of Light

June 23, 2021 15:19 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

Hello all! Welcome back to Parallel Fiction. This week we will be covering controversial pieces of work, and with that we'd like to extend a trigger warning to all on numerous topics - if you feel that this episode may not be for you, we completely understand and hope to see you back in the next one. Otherwise, lets take a dive into some more thought provoking works - The 1999 comedy film Dogma (which was picketed at movie theaters when it came out) and Jodi Picoult's 2018 novel A Spark of...

Ep 37: FUN! - Wayne's World & The Princess Diaries (Novel)

June 16, 2021 14:34 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

Welcome back friends! We're now in the heat of summer and what better way to celebrate than with some good ol' fashion (TM) stories about FUN! In this episode, we take a look at the 90's classic Wayne's World and the novel The Princess Diaries - which would go on to be an iconic 2000's movie. We've been packing a lot of adventures and fun times into our summer already and hopefully our listeners are too. We'd love to hear that you all are looking forward to in the up coming hot months, and...

Ep 36: Jeff's Favorites - Uncharted: Drake's Fortune & Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

June 02, 2021 16:49 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

It's Jeff's birth month! Keeping with the tradition set in episode 10, this episode is all about some of Jeff's Favorites. This episode is packed with two great adventure stories - The cultural phenomenon Star Wars A New Hope, and the PS3/4 landmark exclusive Uncharted: Drake's Fortune (soon to be a live motion picture). We're working on a fun summer for our listeners and want to thank everyone for their continued support. Enjoy!

Ep 35: Crossing The Steams Vol 2. TV Pilots - Stranger Things & Gossip Girl

May 26, 2021 15:32 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

We're back with the much requested Vol 2 of our Crossing The Streams Series! This week we're looking at first episodes of beloved shows - Gossip Girl and Stranger Things. Both garner an intense and devoted fanbase, and both have seen many actors move on to very successful careers, but where did they all get their start? Join us as we compare the two, their impact on culture, and how they stand the test of time. Enjoy!

Ep 34: Service With A Smile - Clerks & What Happened To Goodbye

May 19, 2021 15:11 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

Welcome back friends! This week is National Waitstaff Day, so we're honoring these awesome people who make our life easier. Especially with the world the way it is now, the service industry definitely needs our support and business. Our two stories today take place in different parts of the industry, but we can all agree that the folks in the service industry are over worked and underpaid. As former Waitstaff ourselves, we have a different outlook on the struggles these workers face today...

Ep 33: Short Stories - Batman: Dying Is Easy & The Man In The Black Suit

May 12, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 40.8 MB

Welcome back! This week we're diving into two short stories that pack a big punch. When a creator is great, they can pack in a lot of context within a limited amount of space, and that's what we're celebrating in episode 33. Join us as we take a look at master story teller Stephen King's short work "The Man In The Black Suit" and also another story about a man in black, "Batman: Dying Is Easy" available on YouTube. Enjoy!

Ep 32: It's Gonna Be Me - Frozen & Iron Man Extremis

May 06, 2021 15:19 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

Welcome to our first episode in May 2021 - It's Gonna Be Me! For obvious reasons, we got our idea from the meme/song that goes around every May and decided to take a personality test to figure out if we're 100% this ish. Oddly enough we scored for 2 characters we did not believe we had anything in common with, but pulled stories that bridge the gap a little. Find out if we ultimately accept our test results and follow the link below to see who you match up with! https://openpsychometrics....

Ep 31: Crossing the Streams Vol 1. TV Weddings - Scrubs & Parks and Rec

April 28, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 47 MB

Welcome to the first episode in our "Crossing the Streams" specials. In these episodes, we'll BOTH be covering stories you can stream anywhere. For this week, we'll be covering TV Weddings, featuring two of our favorite shows of all time, Scrubs & Parks and Rec. With Wedding season upon us, and the weather getting a little bit nicer, what better time to spread the love? Join us for this special episode and let the love flow!

Ep 30: Earth Day - Bio-Dome & Oryx and Crake

April 21, 2021 14:21 - 58 minutes - 49.1 MB

Happy Earth Day! This week we're covering two very different outcomes of what can happen to the planet if we don't take a little time to think about our environment. Whether it be cleaning up litter, eating more sustainable food, or living a little more naturally, Earth Day is our early reminder to appreciate the world we were given, and to take care of it a little better. In this episode we thread together the 90's stoner comedy Bio-Dome with the dark dystopian novel Oryx and Crake. With...

Ep 29: Rebirth - Captain America: The First Avenger & The Language of Flowers

April 14, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 49.2 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff discuss Rebirth, honoring the beginning of Spring!  Our hosts know it’d been a long year, and wanted to offer stories that focus on rebirth, leveling up, and refreshing your life.   Heather starts off the summary portion this episode with her presentation of The Language of Flowers which follows the complicated life of an orphan turned homeless person turned flower whisperer.  Heather was pleasantly surprised by this novel and appreciat...

Ep 28: Siblings - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & The Chicken Sisters

April 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff discuss the joy of Siblings!  Both hosts can talk to having siblings, but in this story they bring us two very different families.  You’ll want to grab some food before you start this episode because both stories have some definite snack food cravings built in.   Heather starts off the summary portion this episode with her presentation of The Chicken Sisters.  Heather takes of through the plot of two sisters battling it out on a fiction...

Ep 27: Hijinks - Super Troopers & Twelfth Night

March 31, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 47 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff discuss the art of Hijinks.  Being that its so close to April fool’s day, the duo decided to talk about pranks, shenanigans, and hijinks.  Their stories this week highlight some playful deception, and a spirit of practical (and impractical) jokes.   Jeff begins the summary portion of the show, presenting the 2001 cult hit Super Troopers.  Jeff guides us through the story that deals with TONs of pranks, hazings, and double crossing polic...

Ep 26: Time Travel - Back To the Future & The Time Traveler's Wife

March 24, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 48.8 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff dive into some Time Travel classics.  After a fun opening conversation, the two talk about their recent launch on YouTube, getting the first round of vaccine shots, and how hard it was to pick topics out of such a rich category.   Heather starts first in the presentation portion with The Time Traveler’s Wife.  Heather praises the internet for helping her out with notes this week, as this story has a lot of specific pieces.  A modern day...

Ep 25: Irish Stories - The Secret of Kells & Dubliners

March 17, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 47.5 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff bring stories from Irish artists into focus as they celebrate St. Patricks Day.  Pulling inspiration from the green holiday, the hosts made sure to feature work that was created outside of their home in the US.  Heather and Jeff talk about the critically acclaimed animated film The Secret of Kells and the Eveline portion of James Joyce’s masterpiece Dubliners.   Heather starts first in the presentation portion with the Eveline short sto...

Ep 24: Luck - Logan Lucky & The Joy Luck Club

March 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff try to look for that pot of gold and break down the meaning of Luck.  Whether it be from perseverance, or breaking a family curse, the two discuss stories where luck plays a big role in the protagonist’s life.   Jeff starts off the first presentation segment with the movie Logan Lucky starring Channing Tatum and Adam Driver.  Jeff takes us through the story of the Logan brothers, who are planning a heist despite lifelong bad luck.  Jeff...

Ep 23: True Story - I,Tonya & Room

March 03, 2021 06:00 - 57 minutes - 50.6 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff flip the script and talk about True Stories.  They specify that in this episode, the “fiction” they are presented are based off of real life events, and that the common theme of these sensationalized events show us a lot about ourselves.   Heather begins the show by presenting Room by Emma Donoghue, loosely based off of the real life Fritzl case from Austria.  Heather issues several trigger warnings for this summary, as it deals with is...

Ep 22: Obsessions - Ingrid Goes West & The Secret Patient

February 24, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff take a close look at Obsessions.  Specifically they look at characters with unhealthy lifestyles, infatuations, and self-destructive habits that cloud their morals.   Heather beings the show by presenting The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.  Told through the perspective of two main characters, Heather unfolds the story which deals with mental illness, murder, mystery, and the obsessions that drive the main characters.  Heather was a...

Ep 21: Pets - How To Train Your Dragon & Marley And Me

February 17, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff celebrate the companions we keep, and the stories that highlight their importance.  Heather and Jeff are presenting two stories about Pets, the theme of the show, and giving their honest and emotional opinions on what it means to own, raise, and bond with a pet.   Heather begins the summary portion with an outline of Marley and Me, an autobiography from John Grogan.  She beings by explaining that this is not a fictional piece of work, b...

Ep 20: Love - 10 Things I Hate About You & The Lucky One

February 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff present listeners with a nice box of chocolates, some red roses, maybe a teddy bear, and some great Love stories in honor of Valentine’s Day.  Good news for the couple, as international listener ship has grown in 2021 and the bright side everything is right around the corner.  The pair present their stories, analyze the two, and give us ratings and recommendations in a very entertaining episode.   Heather begins the summary portion with...

Ep 19: Childhood Favorites - The Lion King & Final Fantasy VII

February 03, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff breathe life into Childhood Favorites from their own youth.  The stories covered today were very impactful on the duo, and stay with them to this day in their own special way.  Listen as Jeff and Heather discuss how two seemingly different pieces of work fit together through the scope of a pair of maturing adults, and how holding on to some things from their childhoods help them grow into the people they are today.   Jeff starts off the...

Ep 18: Crime - Sharp Objects & Defending Jacob

January 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff dive into Crime.  Whether it be from the news or from Netflix, crime is a gigantic part of society and prevalent in every era of storytelling.  Jeff and Heather present two stories that have deviated from the norm, and include twists you’ll never see coming.   Heather kicks off the summary portion of the show, presenting the Gillian Flynn novel Sharp Objects.  Heather gives a brief trigger warning before getting into this story’s main c...

Ep 17: Justice - The Punisher & Where The Crawdads Sing

January 20, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff deal with the heavy subject of Justice.  Pulling stories where justice is carried out by the main character, the Parallel Fiction duo discuss the meaning of Justice in America, where it can go wrong, and what the system can and can’t do.   Jeff begins the outline portion of the show by presenting the 2004 film The Punisher starring Tom Jane & John Travolta.  Before the summary, Jeff reads a quote by the character’s creator Gerry Conway ...

Ep 16: Sh*t Show - Little Fires Everywhere & Tropic Thunder

January 13, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 47.8 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff cover stories that seem to just pile on.  We’re talking about Sh*tshows!  In this episode, our hosts bring two stories where the characters are put through a lot with seemingly no end in sight.   Heather presents her summary of the 2017 Celeste Ng novel Little Fires Everywhere.  Heather tries to find redeeming qualities in every sub plot, which is told form a heavy and bleak view point.  Despite all of the hardships faced in this novel,...

Ep 15: New Year, New Me - Seconds & The Process and the Frog

January 06, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff break down New Year, New Me stories.  Now that we’re officially in 2021, it’s time to look at some people who reinvent themselves or go through some sort of big change in their lives.   Jeff highlights the 2014 Bryan Lee O’Malley graphic novel Seconds.  This story covers alternate realities and a type of time travel which allows our main character Katie the opportunity to go back and fix past mistakes, but at a great cost.  Jeff walks us...

Ep 15: New Year, New Me - Seconds & The Princess and the Frog

January 06, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff break down New Year, New Me stories.  Now that we’re officially in 2021, it’s time to look at some people who reinvent themselves or go through some sort of big change in their lives.   Jeff highlights the 2014 Bryan Lee O’Malley graphic novel Seconds.  This story covers alternate realities and a type of time travel which allows our main character Katie the opportunity to go back and fix past mistakes, but at a great cost.  Jeff walks us...

Ep 14: Reflection - Wonder Woman 1984 & High Fidelity

December 31, 2020 23:15 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff celebrate Reflection!  With 2020 finally over, its time to look towards the future.  Jeff and Heather share two stories where taking a look back can help you thrive moving forward.    Heather starts the summary section off with her coverage of Wonder Woman 1984 (WW84), the newest super hero movie by director Patty Jenkins.  WW84 picks up decades after the original, which was set during World War 1.  Heather discusses the life lesson Dia...

Ep 13: Christmas - Let It Snow & Christmas In Evergreen: Tidings of Joy

December 23, 2020 07:00 - 55 minutes - 48.5 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff celebrate Christmas!  Trees, snow, and the spirit of the season are the focal point of this episode.  Covering a movie and novel, Jeff and Heather dissect the traditions and themes of what makes a good Christmas story.    Heather starts the summary section off with her coverage of Christmas in Evergreen: Tidings of Joy, a novelization of a Hallmark original movie.  Heather points out the cheesy cliché plot of the story, but who doesn’t ...

Ep 12: Giving - Jingle All The Way & Gift Of The Magi

December 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff spread some holiday cheer when they breakdown the act of Giving.  Presents are a big part of the holiday season, but there is so much more that goes in to getting it right.  The duo goes in depth with candid thoughts and opinions on the current on what makes a great gift and how to appreciate everything you have.   In a break from the norm, Heather reads the story The Gift of the Magi in its entirety to start.  Though this story is shor...

Ep 11: Human Rights - On The Basis of Sex & Uncanny X-Men Days of Future Past Issues #141 & #142

December 09, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff honor Human Rights day in America.  Shining a light on issues centuries old, the duo goes in depth with candid thoughts and opinions on the current climate and where everyone can improve.   Jeff covers the time honored classic comic book story Days of Future Past from The Uncanny X-Men issues #141 and #142.  The realm of Marvel’s mutants have always drawn parallels to the civil rights movement, with Professor X and Magneto being heavily...

Ep 10: Heather's Favorites - A Walk To Remember & This Lullaby

December 02, 2020 06:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff run down two of Heather’s favorite works.  To commemorate Heather’s big 30th birthday, she took the liberty of picking what Jeff will cover.  This episode doubles as Heather’s guilty pleasures, as these stories are connected by 1 thing: Heather likes them a lot!    Jeff covers the 2002 drama A Walk To Remember staring Mandy Moore and Shane West.  Going through the triumphs and heart brakes of characters Landon & Jamie, Jeff gives his op...

Ep 9: Gratitude - Tuesdays With Morrie & Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

November 25, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 45.9 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff examine the practice of Gratitude.  This time of year, families usually get together with one another and appreciate time together.  The stories presented in this episode cover personal growth, acceptance of others, and learning to be grateful for the people and places along the way, even if times are tough.     Heather gives a review of Tuesdays with Morrie, a memoir written by Mitch Albom documenting the last 14 meetings between the a...

Ep 8: Food - Ratatouille & Eat Pray Love

November 18, 2020 06:00 - 56 minutes - 50.8 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff highlight stories about Food in honor of the upcoming American Thanksgiving.  Prior to the first segment, Heather provides contacts for those struggling with eating disorders.  Information listed at the end of these notes.   Jeff offers a short review of this Pixar classic, as we glance into the life of rat, Remy, who loves to cook.  Jeff summarizes the plot & key moments that highlight the joy of cooking, the need to be fearless, and t...

Ep 7: Heroes and Villains - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone & Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back

November 11, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MB

In this episode of Parallel Fiction, Heather and Jeff highlight Heroes & Villains in two classic pieces of work. Beginning with light banter, Heather presents Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.   Heather offers a summary of the work, going over the poor treatment of main character Harry Potter by teachers, adoptive parents, and school bullies.  Heroes Harry, Ron, and Hermione overcome great odds and defeat evil they have been destined to combat.  Heather offers her candid thoughts on w...

Ep 6: Unlikely Parents - The Last Of Us & Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 2.

November 04, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MB

Parallel Fiction Episode 6 covers Unlikely Parents.  Outlined as characters who have to begrudgingly take on a young companion, unlikely parents are usually gruff and tough characters who warm up over time.  Heather covers Yondu from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2, and Jeff covers their first video game when he presents The Last of Us. After Jeff’s Rock, Paper, Scissors streak continues, Heather’s review comes first, followed by Jeff.   Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, as told by Heather, is...

Ep 5: Leadership - Marvel Comics Civil War & Parks and Recreation

October 28, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 79.9 MB

On this episode of Parallel Fiction, Jeff and Heather cover good leaders in anticipation of the 2020 presidential election.  Heather covers the first television submission of the show when she breaks down Parks and Recreation Season 6 Episodes 1 & 2, followed by Jeff who covers the Marvel Comics event Civil War issues 1-7 original.  They give their feelings on what makes a leader, what they rate their pieces, and suggestions on what listeners would enjoy.   Jeff begins the presentation por...

Episode 4: Monsters

October 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

Hello people!  We’re in the home stretch of spooky season 2020 and what a way to wrap up our Halloween themed shows than with Monsters!  In this episode, Heather covers the literary classic Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus, followed by Jeff who takes on Hulu original movie Good Boy, staring Judy Greer.  Heather and Jeff break down the story of each piece by piece, and then share their analysis.  They follow up their presentations with a conversation on “what makes a monster?”. ...

Ep 4: Monsters - Into The Dark: Good Boy & Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus

October 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

Hello people!  We’re in the home stretch of spooky season 2020 and what a way to wrap up our Halloween themed shows than with Monsters!  In this episode, Heather covers the literary classic Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus, followed by Jeff who takes on Hulu original movie Good Boy, staring Judy Greer.  Heather and Jeff break down the story of each piece by piece, and then share their analysis.  They follow up their presentations with a conversation on “what makes a monster?”.   Writt...

Ep 2: Spooky Stories - Coraline & I Am The Pretty Thing That Lives In The House

October 14, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

Are you afraid of ghosts?  Alternate realities?  People with buttons for eyes?!  Join us on Parallel Fiction, where Jeff and Heather go through two stories that feature spooky elements. Heather covers the beloved graphic novel Coraline, while Jeff will be breaking down the Netflix ghost story I Am The Pretty Thing That Lives In The House.  After a casual synopsis of each work, Heather and Jeff share their analyses and recommendations for similar films and books you might enjoy if you like sp...

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