Best Alyssa Esteban Podcasts (2024)

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133 | The Lost Hero Ch. 15–16 w/ Alyssa Esteban 1:17:37

27d ago1:17:37

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Alyssa Esteban (Breakfast in Beauclair, Pecurliar Radio) returns to TNO for her HoO-era debut to discuss some chapters narrated by Piper, the namesake of her dog! Topics include: The Witcher, pickleball, sports, puppy adoption, Aphrodite campers, waking up, MySpace, puka shells, A Bug's LIfe, 2004-2006, Inuyasha, Ru Paul's Olympics, Tim Gunn, paren…

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Ep. 91 — 306 "Everybody Has A Plan 'Til They Get Punched In The Face" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:03:59

2d ago1:03:59

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Lucie from London and Pauline from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 306 "Everybody Has A Plan 'Til They Get Punched In The Face". Very important bits include: loyalty and betrayal, notes on character motivations and direction, inevitable confrontations, and comparisons to Andrzej Sapkowski’s Thanedd Coup in ‘T…

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135 | The Lost Hero Ch. 19–20 w/ Liam Crowley 1:25:20

12d ago1:25:20

1:25:20

Liam T. Crowley of Comicbook is back on TNO, this time to cover some book chapters, specifically the icy confrontation in The Lost Hero! Topics include: a spandex-centric life, birds of prey, everyday charmspeak, The Berenstain Bears, travel hair product, too much sauce, L"Equippe, accents, Three Body Problem, Fliptide, trademarks, Carnival, Devil …

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Ep. 90 — 305 "The Art of Illusion" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:15:33

16d ago1:15:33

1:15:33

This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Michelle from the US and Oleg from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 305 “The Art of Illusion". Very important bits include: the efficacy of non-linear storytelling, the morality of ne…

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134 | The Lost Hero Ch. 17–18 w/ Genna Buck 1:24:43

19d ago1:24:43

1:24:43

A new guest enters the TNO mix, and it's our newly appointed Designated Canadian, Genna Buck! Not only does she share her Canadian expertise to discuss these chapters, but she joins Mike to talk about the non-Canadian parts too! Hooray! Topics include: tube TVs, Quebecois, old slang, color theory, Baldur’s Gate III, collecting, The Beastie Boys, th…

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Ep. 89 — 304 "The Invitation" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:14:03

1M ago1:14:03

1:14:03

This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Bo from the US and Elora from the Netherlands join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 304 “The Invitation". Very important bits include: Emperor Emhyr’s beliefs, Yennefer’s place within the Brother…

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132 | The Lost Hero Ch. 13–14 w/ Joel Rochester 1:16:10

1M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

Joel Rochester aka fictionalfates is back on TNO, this time to cover some very juicy Jason chapters that move the plot along significantly while still raising loads of questions. Topics include: comma usage, animal confrontations, quest ranking, tendrils, Jumani, Steven Wright, Shakira, furniture assembly, color statues, incorrect home design, K-dr…

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131 | The Lost Hero Ch. 11–12 w/ J'Neia Stewart 1:19:41

1M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

J'Neia Stewart (@TheLady_Artemis) is back on TNO to walk Mike through these Leo chapters of the Lost Hero that give us insight to his past and his future! BIG THEORY TIME AHEAD. Topics include: The Fast and the Furious, Fenti, Parenting 101, snake morality, The Purge, The Incredibles, steampunk playpens, speed pees, Houston Police, North Houston, H…

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130 | The Lost Hero Ch. 9–10 w/ Sequoia Simone 1:24:32

2M ago1:24:32

1:24:32

Sequoia Simone from Fanatical Fics and But Make it Scary returns to TNO to continue our coverage of The Lost Hero and, in typical fashion, happens to be here for some TRULY IMPACTFUL CHAPTERS. Topics include: being liked, Big Sur, sharks & paparazzi, surfing, sandwiches, Bonne Mamman, stupid rich money, Larry the Cable Guy, PDAs, JD Power & Associa…

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129 | The Lost Hero Ch. 7–8 w/ Johnny Frohlichstein 1:08:26

2M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Johnny, who has recently been devouring the Heroes of Olympus books and chatting about them with Kelly, can now finally talk to Mike about them! We cover two spicy chapters in this one and go on loads of lovely tangents. Topics include: Breaking Bad, eyeliner, yada yada, Chiron’s style, vines, Latin, infinity +1, Fliptide, journaling, Podcast Museu…

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Ep. 88 — 303 "Reunion" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:03:13

2M ago1:03:13

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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Emma from the US and Tracie from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 303 “Reunion". Very important bits include: new aspects of Jaskier’s character, Yennefer’s journey to motherhood, the…

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128 | The Lost Hero Ch. 5–6 w/ Dr. Steven Parra 59:39

2M ago59:39

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Many moons ago, Dr. Steven Parra called dibs on covering these chapters of The Lost Hero. With this episode, we make good on that promise. Topics include: beach reads, Apu, Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep, Spider-Man PS5, Nintendo 64, The Fast & The Furious, Pimp My Ride, Scott Pilgrim, Spy Kids 3, B & P, Chuck Norris, original memes, James Patterso…

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127 | The Lost Hero Ch. 4 w/ Kelly Schubert 1:04:46

2M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Kelly is here with Mike to pick up TNO's coverage of Heroes of Olympus by discussing The Lost Hero Ch. 4, which features Piper's Camp Half-Blood tour! Topics include: being famous, third grade lessons, vests, omega, Dune 2: Twone, The Bright Sessions, NYC homes, Romos, OOF, 7th grade relationships, SmartBoards, Calculus BC, Walker Corner, High Scho…

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Ep. 87 — 302 "Unbound" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:13:09

2M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in June 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Kyle from the US and Sam from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 302 “Unbound". Very important bits include: Yennefer’s evolving relationship with Ciri, a debate on which Nilfgaardian h…

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BONUS | Charlie Bushnell on Playing Luke Castellan, Loving the PJO Books, and More! 48:18

3M ago48:18

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Charlie Bushnell (Luke Castellan in the Percy Jackson Disney+ series) chats with Schubes about his role in the show, sharing loads of behind the scenes info and discussing his love for the PJO books! Topics include: Acting cool, keeping the twist secret, Luke’s changing looks, boat shoes, Backbiter’s name, milkshakes, Neapolitan, dapping, new chara…

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126 | The Lost Hero Ch. 3 w/ Walker Scobell (plus interview!) 46:28

3M ago46:28

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Schubes is joined by Heroes of Olympus superfan, Walker Scobell, to discuss the third chapter of The Lost Hero! You might also recognize Walker from his role as Percy Jackson in Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+. Whether you know him or not, it’s a fun episode! Topics include: skiing jackets, minor gods, Leo theories, Star Trek movies, Bea…

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Ep. 86 — 301 "Shaerrawedd" from Netflix's The Witcher 56:41

3M ago56:41

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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Gintare from the UK and Vang from Denmark join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 301 “Shaerrawedd". Very important bits include: Yennefer and Geralt’s evolving relationship, the newly abstract nat…

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125 | The Lost Hero Ch. 1–2 w/ Michael Hollis (LIVE in Charlotte!) 1:14:33

3M ago1:14:33

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AT LONG LAST, THE HEROES OF OLYMPUS ERA OF THE NEWEST OLYMPIAN HAS BEGUN! Schubes and Michael Hollis take to the stage in Charlotte, NC to break down the first two chapters of The Lost Hero to ponder everyone's favorite question, "WHO THE H*CK IS JASON?!" Topics include: snowboarding jackets, narrators, eye color, height, Holes, spit-wad, special b…

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124 | Joe Tracz on Writing for the Lightning Thief Musical & Percy Jackson TV Series 1:01:07

3M ago1:01:07

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To complete our coverage of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, Schubes chats with Joe Tracz, who wrote the book for the musical! They also talk about Joe’s work on the Disney+ series. Topics include: Border’s, book vs. lyrics, songs capturing ideas, The Godfather, the (heathen) Shuberts, more toilet paper, Joe Trash: Private Eye, rough…

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Ep. 85 — Second Helpings: Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 57:40

3M ago57:40

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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in June 2023 and originally released in July prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Elsa from the UK and James from the US join Alyssa for our pre-premiere discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3. Very important bits include: our standout moments from Season 1 and 2, …

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123 | The Lightning Thief Musical Act 2 w/ Ashlee "Mx. Thief" Latimer 1:15:24

3M ago1:15:24

1:15:24

Mx. Thief themself, Ashlee Latimer, returns to The Newest Olympian to detail the work she did running the @LTMusical social accounts before breaking down Act 2 of The Lightning Thief Musical with Schubes! Topics include: figuring your life out, RiordanWiki, Mx. Thief, emergency dresses, The New York Times, grammar snobs, High School Musical, earwor…

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122 | The Lightning Thief Musical Act 1 w/ Morgan Danielle 1:09:02

4M ago1:09:02

1:09:02

PJO superfan & cosplayer, Morgan Danielle (@imaginmatrix), joins Mike this week to discuss the first act of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Morgan saw the touring production, her partner was in a local production, and she's listened to the soundtrack countless times. Topics include: recess, AOL, slime tutorials, library cards, Peter…

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121 | Chris McCarrell on Playing Percy Jackson in The Lightning Thief Musical 59:12

4M ago59:12

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We're sliding into TNO Musical Month with an interview with Percy Jackson from the Off-Broadway, US Tour, and Broadway runs of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Actor Chris McCarrell talks about his personal history in the role as well as the history of the entire musical. Topics include: TheaterWorks USA ,getting slapped, sounding li…

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120 | Sea of Monsters Movie (Part 3) w/ Meghan Fruehauf & Kelly Schubert (LIVE in Dallas!) 1:43:47

4M ago1:43:47

1:43:47

To the most garbage part of this garbage film, Mike brought on his sister Meghan (non-PJO reader) and his wife Kelly (new PJO superfan) to break it all down! Topics include: a gaggle of guys, digestion monsters, Finding Nemo, latitude & longitude powers, Disney’s Hercules, Sahara, Super Carlin Bros., pine branches, Circe, Gringotts, Chris Columbus,…

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119 | Sea of Monsters Movie Part 2 w/ Kyle Bandujo & Dr. Steven Parra (LIVE in San Antonio!) 1:22:59

4M ago1:22:59

1:22:59

The Boerne, TX Boys (Dr. Steven Parra & Kyle Bandujo) join Mike live in San Antonio to cover the best part and then the beginning of the descent into awfulness from the second Percy Jackson and the Olympians film adaptation! Topics include: Oscars & Razzies, health insurance, Maria Menounos, anti-government Grover, Peter Parker, “wait, really?”, Na…

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118 | Sea of Monsters Movie (Part 1) w/ Michael Harle & Kelly Schubert (LIVE in Austin!) 1:32:14

5M ago1:32:14

1:32:14

Well now that we've finished covering a great TV show, let's palette cleanse with a trash movie! Thankfully, the beginning third is actually not terrible? TNO newcomer Michael Harle takes the stage with longtime favorite Kelly Schubert and Mike (who's fine, I guess) live in Austin, TX to break it down. Topics include: Christmas fits, snooty snoots,…

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BONUS | Jon Steinberg on Season 2 Confirmation & Season 1 Behind the Scenes 55:47

5M ago55:47

55:47

SURPRISE! BONUS EP! I was fortunate enough to speak with Percy Jackson and the Olympians showrunner, Jon Steinberg, about the show being picked up for Season 2 and all things Season 1! Most importantly, we talk about him establishing the Knicks being in the NBA Finals in this universe. Topics include: Season 2 announcement, Tyson, Becky’s involveme…

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117 | Percy Jackson TV Season 1 Overall Thoughts w/ Rowan Ellis & Kyle Bandujo 1:18:31

5M ago1:18:31

1:18:31

Mike is joined by someone who has never consumed any PJO content (Rowan Ellis) and someone who has only seen the second movie and has a 10-year-old who watched the show (Kyle Bandujo) to cover the full spectrum of audience and break down all things Season 1 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians! Topics include: the second movie, Professional Percy Jac…

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116 | Daphne Olive on Staff Writing PJO TV, Jet Wilkinson on Directing S1E8 1:19:50

5M ago1:19:50

1:19:50

TNO's coverage of the Percy Jackson TV show is almost complete, and I am delighted to present this episode which mostly features an interview with staff writer, Daphne Olive! We talk all aspects of writing the full season. Then, this ep ends with the S1E8 questions I had for director Jet Wilkinson! Topics include: Black Sails, Dan & Jon, fostering …

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Alyssa Esteban Podcasts

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Breakfast in Beauclair

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The Newest Olympian

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133 | The Lost Hero Ch. 15–16 w/ Alyssa Esteban 1:17:37

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Ep. 91 — 306 "Everybody Has A Plan 'Til They Get Punched In The Face" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:03:59

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135 | The Lost Hero Ch. 19–20 w/ Liam Crowley 1:25:20

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Ep. 90 — 305 "The Art of Illusion" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:15:33

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134 | The Lost Hero Ch. 17–18 w/ Genna Buck 1:24:43

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Ep. 89 — 304 "The Invitation" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:14:03

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132 | The Lost Hero Ch. 13–14 w/ Joel Rochester 1:16:10

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131 | The Lost Hero Ch. 11–12 w/ J'Neia Stewart 1:19:41

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130 | The Lost Hero Ch. 9–10 w/ Sequoia Simone 1:24:32

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129 | The Lost Hero Ch. 7–8 w/ Johnny Frohlichstein 1:08:26

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Ep. 88 — 303 "Reunion" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:03:13

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128 | The Lost Hero Ch. 5–6 w/ Dr. Steven Parra 59:39

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127 | The Lost Hero Ch. 4 w/ Kelly Schubert 1:04:46

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Ep. 87 — 302 "Unbound" from Netflix's The Witcher 1:13:09

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BONUS | Charlie Bushnell on Playing Luke Castellan, Loving the PJO Books, and More! 48:18

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126 | The Lost Hero Ch. 3 w/ Walker Scobell (plus interview!) 46:28

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Ep. 86 — 301 "Shaerrawedd" from Netflix's The Witcher 56:41

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125 | The Lost Hero Ch. 1–2 w/ Michael Hollis (LIVE in Charlotte!) 1:14:33

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124 | Joe Tracz on Writing for the Lightning Thief Musical & Percy Jackson TV Series 1:01:07

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Ep. 85 — Second Helpings: Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 57:40

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123 | The Lightning Thief Musical Act 2 w/ Ashlee "Mx. Thief" Latimer 1:15:24

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122 | The Lightning Thief Musical Act 1 w/ Morgan Danielle 1:09:02

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121 | Chris McCarrell on Playing Percy Jackson in The Lightning Thief Musical 59:12

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120 | Sea of Monsters Movie (Part 3) w/ Meghan Fruehauf & Kelly Schubert (LIVE in Dallas!) 1:43:47

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119 | Sea of Monsters Movie Part 2 w/ Kyle Bandujo & Dr. Steven Parra (LIVE in San Antonio!) 1:22:59

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118 | Sea of Monsters Movie (Part 1) w/ Michael Harle & Kelly Schubert (LIVE in Austin!) 1:32:14

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BONUS | Jon Steinberg on Season 2 Confirmation & Season 1 Behind the Scenes 55:47

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117 | Percy Jackson TV Season 1 Overall Thoughts w/ Rowan Ellis & Kyle Bandujo 1:18:31

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116 | Daphne Olive on Staff Writing PJO TV, Jet Wilkinson on Directing S1E8 1:19:50

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