Best Camp HalfPod A Podcasts (2024)

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BONUS: We Predict The Plot of "Wrath of the Triple Goddess" 45:33

1d ago45:33

45:33

This week, we're predicting the plot of Wrath of the Triple Goddess (out September 23, 2024!!!). But of course, we can't do things normally, because we're Camp Half-Pod. We turn our predictions into a competitive BINGO game, and you can play along and make your own BINGO sheet if you want! This is the free BINGO generator we used: https://myfreebin…

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143: Sponsored By Sea-Mobile (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 31-35) 53:06

26d ago53:06

53:06

We are finally caught up on all PJO-universe books! Round of applause for Camp Half-Pod. This week, we are discussing the final chapters of Chalice of the Gods. Percy completes his quest, and we learn what clotted cream is (it’s a big day for all of us). The book wraps up nicely with some Sally, Paul, and Annabeth time. We wonder how Poseidon calls…

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142: All Roads Lead Back To Zeus ft. Ishanie (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 25-30) 1:05:34

1M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

This week we are joined by our friend Ishanie! Ishanie, long time Percy Jackson fan and person who knew us in high school, gets to hear us get low key emotional about growing old. Percy faces Geras, the god of old age (our predictions were right!!). We come down firmly against loin cloths. Manasa wishes Geras wore a cute old man sweater. Erin reads…

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141: Snakes Canonically Love Rainbows (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 19-24) 47:51

29d ago47:51

47:51

This one starts off strong, with Percy enchanting a bunch of snakes with a rainbow (the snakes say gay rights!). They complete their quest for Iris, and in exchange learn about a mysterious Gary (not the snail), who has likely stolen the cup. Percy gives relationship advice to Grover. Erin still thinks Grover is a bad boyfriend. Sally announces her…

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140: Swimmy Jackson and the Stolen Cup ft. Demigod Debut Podcast (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 13-18) 1:00:50

1M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

This week we are joined by our new friend Mal from Demigod Debut Podcast to talk all about The River Elisson and Yonkers. Mal confesses to crimes almost immediately. Erin thinks Grover is a bad boyfriend again. What was the point of Blanche? We’re not sure. Mal, a New York resident, gives us some context on Yonkers. We give Percy a new name. He is …

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139: My Godly Parent Is Lettuce (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 7-12) 46:27

1M ago46:27

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Did you know there is deep lore about Hebe and lettuce? Well, you do now! Tune in to learn about how lettuce might be Hebe’s real dad. Also, Percy, Annabeth, and Grover fight some chickens as 8 year olds (classic shenanigans). We get some insight on a normal demigod week. We lament growing older and sound like we’re pushing 60 despite not even bein…

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138: We Found God In This Hebe Jeebies (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 1-6) 56:55

2M ago56:55

56:55

We are so excited to start Chalice of the Gods with you all and get back to reading about Percy, Annabeth, and Grover! We start off with chapters 1-6, and celebrate the return of first person Percy. There are some real sweet Percabeth moments in these first few chapters. Also, Sally Jackson. Percy embarks on his new quest, with the help of his best…

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BONUS: We Try To Survive Tartarus (and you can too!) 53:53

2M ago53:53

53:53

It is time for our long awaited bonus episode - that’s right, we’re going to put Erin through Tartarus. Thanks to Manasa’s coding and Sammie’s video editing, we are bringing you this brand new Camp Half-Pod VIDEO experience!! If you are listening on Spotify, we definitely recommend watching the video. If you are listening elsewhere, never fear! The…

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137: It’s Not A Phase, Mom (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 45-51) 1:01:13

3M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Camp Half-Pod completes another book! We are wrapping up The Sun and The Star this week with the final chapters. Nico realizes that he can leave behind his trauma baby demons. They defeat Nyx with the help of Nyx's own children. Bob gets to see the sky again! The cacodemons are rebranded as the Cocoa Puffs, which Manasa low-key hates and Erin loves…

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136: Nico Becomes A Father? (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 39-44) 50:16

3M ago50:16

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We lose our minds a bit in this one. Nico and Will finally reach Nyx’s house! It’s made of bugs! Manasa accuses Nyx of being poor and boring, and not able to afford real walls. Manasa also projects onto Dr. Thorn this week, in a turn of events nobody saw coming. Bob is being kept in a Bob Pod in the Bug House. Is Nico the star? Or is he actually th…

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135: Attack of the Mega Antelope ft. TheDamMemePage (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 33-38) 55:43

4M ago55:43

55:43

We are joined once again by repeat guest Robert of TheDamMemePage to discuss chapters 33-38! Will fights off evil dogs while Nico befriends a mania. We see some returning characters (Small!! Bob!!) and locations (Tartarus Shrek’s Swamp). Nico and Will continue to have relationship problems. Manasa has to put the book down when we meet Carl and Bart…

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134: World’s Worst River Rapid Ride (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 25-32) 51:46

4M ago51:46

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Nico and Will finally make it to Tartarus! Erin uses the word penchant. It triggers Manasa. We spend a while insulting Nyx and her methods. Gorgyra gives Will and Nico couples therapy. They still need more couples therapy tbh. Nico and Will make the fall via the river of pain, and land amongst bones and acid rain. Will tries to help while Nico take…

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133: Nyx Brings Back Galaxy Pants (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 17-24) 53:13

4M ago53:13

53:13

It’s time to learn all about Nico’s experience in Tartarus, the first time. We miss the dumb giants from Gaea’s army. Nyx has a lot of babies, including hordes of children, which is fun. Manasa accuses Erin of being a Nico. The timeline in this book is confusing, ngl. We spend a long time discussing it. We meet a gay farmer demon (slay). Then Will …

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132: Even Care Bears Have Enemies (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 9-16) 47:53

4M ago47:53

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Nico and Will are heading deep into the underworld. We are heading deep into Care Bear lore. We’re introduced to Epiales, the nightmare demon, and then get to see our favorite not-frogs, the Troglodytes! Manasa gives us some history on Care Bears. Erin reveals her personal Care Bear lore. Editor Sammie makes a cameo to correct said Care Bear lore. …

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131: Nobody Understands Nico (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 1-8) 51:45

5M ago51:45

51:45

We’re baaaaaack! By popular demand, we are reading The Sun and The Star. We catch up on our break from podcasting, and then dive into discussing our favorite emo boy and his sunshine boyfriend. Topics include Star Wars villains, literary structure, Sally Jackson, and trauma. Nico’s culture is not your costume. ————————————————————— SUPPORT US ON PA…

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130: PJO TV Overall Review, Documentary Discussion, + What’s Next 1:08:39

7M ago1:08:39

1:08:39

We are so excited to wrap up this series (and this season of Camp Half-Pod!)! We start off with an overall discussion of some favorite moments from the series, and then give our own personal rankings for each episode. We talk about the documentary on Disney+ and then crown our winners of our Season Superlatives. We wrap up this episode by reading s…

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129: Episode 8, “The Prophecy Comes True” 1:04:29

7M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

It’s the final episode of the Disney+ Percy Jackson adaptation, “The Prophecy Comes True.” Cue the tears! The iconic battle between Ares and Percy comes to life on the screen (that giant wave? SO cool). Percy goes to Olympus, and we get to meet Zeus and Poseidon. Percy returns to camp, only to be betrayed by the real lightning thief. We spend a lon…

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128: Episode 7, “We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of” 1:10:00

7M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

This week, we’re going down below to the Underworld in episode 7 of the Disney + PJO adaptation, “We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of.” Percy and gang heads down to the Underworld, and we nerd out about the design choices (upside down castle?? How COOL is that???). Erin teaches Manasa the word “stalactite.” We spend a long time talking about the implica…

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127: Episode 6, “We Take A Zebra To Vegas” 54:05

7M ago54:05

54:05

VEGAS, BABY!!! This week is all about episode 6 of the Disney+ adaptation, “We Take A Zebra To Vegas.” Erin vows to make as many Hamilton references as she can in honor of Lin Manuel Miranda. The trio makes it to the Lotus Casino and Grover loses the plot pretty quickly. We meet Hermes for the first time, and get some fun insights on parenting from…

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126: Episode 5, “A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers” 1:10:06

8M ago1:10:06

1:10:06

It’s tiiiiiiime! We’re talking all about episode 5 of the Disney+ adaptation, “A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers.” We recorded this at 10pm so start off by apologizing for probably getting things wrong. We meet two gods in this episode — Ares and Hephaestus. It’s packed full of Percabeth moments, with the Tunnel of Love and a brand new scene involving a …

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125: Episode 4, “I Plunge To My Death” ft. Mike Schubert 1:13:57

8M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

This week we are joined by The Newest Olympian’s very own, Mike Schubert, to discuss episode 4 of the Disney+ adaptation, “I Plunge To My Death.” We dive DEEP into discussion about monstrosity, and how this show is honing in on the theme of who is/isn’t a monster. Kronos is theatrical, as always. Echidna is a Karen chihuahua mom. We talk about all …

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124: Episode 3, “We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium” 1:06:11

8M ago1:06:11

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This week, we’re discussing episode 3 of the Disney+ adaptation, “We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium.” It’s Medusa time!!! Our iconic trio sets off on a quest, complete with trials and tribulations, such as disagreements over the voting system, fury (not furry) attacks, and Grover singing! We discuss IN DEPTH the changes made to Medusa’s character …

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123: Episode 2, “I Become Supreme Lord of the Bathroom” 52:22

8M ago52:22

52:22

We’re talking all about episode 2 of the Disney+ adaptation, “I Become Supreme Lord of the Bathroom.” We get to see Camp Half-Blood come to life, and meet a lot of iconic characters, like Mr. D, Annabeth, Clarisse, and Luke. We discuss changes made from the book, and whether or not these changes work for us. Includes behind-the-scenes interview aud…

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122: Episode 1, “I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher” 59:05

8M ago59:05

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We analyze the first episode of the new Disney+ show, “I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher.” We talk about the changes made from book to movie, our favorite moments, and the fantastic portrayals of characters. Also, the Minotaur. Includes behind-the-scenes interview audio clips from Eric Henry (VFX Supervisor) and Dan Shotz (Executive Pr…

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Disney+ Percy Jackson Press Conference Recap & More! 36:49

9M ago36:49

36:49

In this very exciting bonus episode, we give you all the details on the Percy Jackson Disney+ Press Conference that we got to attend! The first conference was with Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Jon Steinberg, and Dan Shotz. We got to hear some fun stories behind the scenes of set. The second conference was with VFX Supervisors…

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BONUS: We Put Apollo On Trial For His Crimes 50:28

9M ago50:28

50:28

Apollo went through his trials…now it’s time for us to put him on trial. For his crimes (and just generally everything he did that offended us). In a mock-debate style, we take turns defending and prosecuting Apollo for all the terrible things he did in Greek mythology. We discuss Daphne, Cassandra, Hyacinthus, Midas, and more myths. We use the str…

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121: We Finish Trials Of Apollo (TOWER OF NERO Ch 36-39) 1:03:54

9M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

It’s here. It’s time to finish the last book in the last series (so far) in the Greek god universe. We can’t believe it’s been 3 whole series and 3 whole years. Erin claims that we are the Taylor Swift of podcasts. You’ll have to listen to try to understand that logic. We get sappy talking about the show and friendship, and all you amazing listener…

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120: Rest In Pieces, Apollo’s Ukulele (TOWER OF NERO Ch 31-35) 55:09

9M ago55:09

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It’s the second to last episode of Trials of Apollo, and things get intense. But first, we talk about the actors strike ending, and how excited we are for the show. Erin can’t stop debating with herself this episode. She blames the cheese puffs. Apollo destroys Nero and his fasces, but the battle isn’t done. He has some sweet moments with Meg, and …

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119: Don’t Press The Naughty Button (TOWER OF NERO Ch 25-30) 52:54

10M ago52:54

52:54

We are approaching the end of the Tower of Nero… so naturally, it’s time for a full out battle. Apollo beats up some IT guys. All of New York can be destroyed with a single button. Nero gives another evil villain monologue, but this time it’s on Zoom. We wish this was written a few years later because Nero definitely would have had a funny backgrou…

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118: Nero’s Dream Job (TOWER OF NERO Ch 19-24) 45:02

10M ago45:02

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In these chapters, Apollo makes it to the titular Tower of Nero, and nothing goes according to plan. Nero’s tower is boring, and his plan is evil. He gives a brilliant villain monologue which begins with blaming his mother, and ends with him announcing his dream job: daddy to everyone! Then he makes a child cut off Lu’s hands. We discuss the surpri…

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117: We Love Troglodytes (TOWER OF NERO Ch 13-18) 51:11

10M ago51:11

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Trogs! Trogs! Trogs! This week we meet the Troglodytes. It’s also our Halloween episode! But first, we must fight the cows. Where’s Frank when you need him to murder cows?? Manasa makes the bold claim that all cows are socialists. Let us know if you understand her logic because Erin does not. Apollo and friends escape the cows and travel to the hom…

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116: Chess Master Python (TOWER OF NERO Ch 7-12) 54:42

10M ago54:42

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It’s time to go back to camp! Apollo and Meg take a ride with the gray ladies and end up back at Camp Half-Blood. Apollo invented the “honey he gay” meme according to Rick. We get to see our favorite goth son, Nico!! Mr. D and Nico are bros now. Apollo has some visions of Python, who apparently knows chess. He probably plays it with Nero. We also g…

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115: Hotties & Monsters (TOWER OF NERO Ch 1-6) 49:43

11M ago49:43

49:43

We’re starting the fifth of final book of Trials of Apollo! It starts off strong with a train ride and murder. We don’t like Lu because she murdered an innocent snake man with a wife. Lu does help Apollo and Meg escape from Nero’s clutches, though, so we’ll give her that. We encourage the youth to talk about people behind their backs. Then, we get …

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BONUS: Mailbag & Lightning Bolt Questions ft. Our Editor, Sammie! 56:00

11M ago56:00

56:00

We are joined by the infamous Sammie, our editor, who is also Erin’s little sister. She shares evidence that Erin was an evil child. Erin defends her behaviors because she was a budding actress. We go through lots of your Lightning bolt questions and sweet audio messages - thank you everyone always for your support! Topics this episode include: ado…

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114: Five Unicorns of the Apocalypse (TYRANT’S TOMB Ch 37-43) 1:02:41

11M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

New band name dropped: Five Unicorns of the Apocalypse. This week, we’re wrapping up this book with the final battle. They have it out with Tarquin and, FINALLY, godly help shows up. Artemis/Diana is here to save the day, and also stop Apollo from turning into a zombie. Also, Frank is alive! We discuss the merits of Captain Underpants. Reyna quits …

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113: Frank Gets Even Hotter! (TYRANT’S TOMB Ch 31-36) 55:15

11M ago55:15

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A LOT is going on in these chapters. And in our brains. Manasa is ready to kill Rick for potentially killing Frank. Apollo and Meg make their way back to camp to fight in the battle. We think the triumvirate’s monsters are kind of lame. They’re all just lil guys. Yet still, things are not looking good for Camp Jupiter. Apollo meets up with Ella and…

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112: Apollo Is Attacked By Ancient Twitter (TYRANT’S TOMB Ch 25-30) 58:29

12M ago58:29

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Apollo, Reyna, and Meg climb up Sutro Tower, and we learn the tale of how Apollo really sucks. He had his ex murdered for cheating on him!! We provide you all with a deep dive on Dean Martin. He had a colorful divorce history. We learn that doves were the Twitter of Ancient Greece. We meet the god of silence, Harpocrates, a child that Apollo bullie…

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111: Lester’s Sad Quest For Love (TYRANT’S TOMB Ch 19-24) 53:39

12M ago53:39

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This week, Camp Jupiter prepares for battle, and Apollo heads out on his quest (for love?). Meg and Apollo have a sweet bonding moment. Apollo drools over Reyna some more. He sneaks out with Don and Lavinia to see some dryads and Peaches, and naturally, has to perform a remix of his hours-long Jason song (10 minute version…sad dryad version). Apoll…

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110: Python Has Legs?!? (TYRANT’S TOMB Ch 13-18) 57:07

12M ago57:07

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Apollo’s memories are not a good look for him this episode. He remembers what he did to the Sybil. He’s also slowing dying from Zombie Scratch. Hazel, Lavinia, Meg, and Apollo make the worst group project. Tarquin is basically Skeletor. They get into Tarquin’s Tomb and see his huge undead army. Meg fully tries to take on Tarquin by herself. Lavinia…

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109: Here's Some Gift-Wrapped Pain! (TYRANT'S TOMB Ch 7-12) 52:37

1y ago52:37

52:37

We are in peak form this episode. Manasa blames the heat. Erin has AC, but she did have the plague while recording this. We reflect on how Apollo stopped climate change by giving the sun some therapy. Perhaps we should try that out. But it’s time for a funeral. Manasa thinks that we should be done grieving by now. Lester is an Aries. We meet up wit…

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108: The Longest Song Ever (TYRANT’S TOMB Ch 1-6) 55:53

1y ago55:53

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Time to start a new book! Meg and Apollo are on their way to Camp Jupiter, with Jason’s coffin in tow. But of course, they have some run ins with monsters on their way. Namely, Zombie Gollem. We meet a new character, Lavinia, and reconnect with some old ones (remember Don the Faun?). They make it to camp, and Apollo has to break the news about Jaso…

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107: Jason Flies First Class ft. Robert of TheDamMemePage (BURNING MAZE Ch 43-47) 1:07:01

1y ago1:07:01

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Goodbye, goodbye, goodbye, The Horse. You were our favorite. We will never know how you use a phone. We are joined by returning guest Robert of @TheDamMemePage to discuss the final chapters of The Burning Maze. These chapters are SAD. First, the horse dies. Then, we reunite with Leo. This is actually the saddest part of this book. We low key get ch…

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106: Puzzles and Prophecies (BURNING MAZE Ch 37-42) 45:24

1y ago45:24

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These chapters are FULL of riddles and puzzles. Erin loves a good word puzzle. Manasa has strong feelings against Boggle. We start off with a fun audio message from our wonderful listener Coffee, who defends Southern California against Rick’s wrath. Then, Apollo, Meg, and Grover have to face the challenge of crossword puzzles. Apollo messes up and …

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105: He’s Not Dead, Right? ft. Muses of Mythology (BURNING MAZE Ch 31-36) 1:13:18

1y ago1:13:18

1:13:18

Well, we did it. We kept the biggest Riordanverse spoiler from Manasa. She is SHOCKED in this one. We’re processing a lot of emotions. We’re joined by Darien and DJ from Muses of Mythology to witness Manasa read this for the first time. Jason, Apollo, Piper, and Meg face off with Caligula. Even The Horse can’t make these chapters fun. A prophecy is…

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104: A Government For The Horses, By The Horses (BURNING MAZE Ch 25-30) 51:24

1y ago51:24

51:24

THE RETURN OF THE HORSE!!!! He has his own evil horse agenda!!! But we still don’t know how he talks on the phone. Jason, Piper, Meg, and Apollo sneak onto the yachts (and promptly get caught) (where are the orcas when you need them???). We lose the plot a little discussing the Pandai and their furriness. The team splits up, and unfortunately for e…

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103: Caligula’s 5 Step Plan (BURNING MAZE Ch 19-24) 53:03

1y ago53:03

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Time to find Jason Grace! Piper, Apollo, and Meg make it out of the maze, nearly burned to death. Apollo dreams of Caligula. Caligula has killer outfits (or lack thereof). We learn a bit more about Meg’s heritage, and then discuss Caligula’s plan. Caligula and Commodus are both much funnier than Nero. Nero would have a boring PowerPoint presentatio…

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102: Reporting Live! from The Burning Maze (BURNING MAZE Ch 13-19) 43:51

1y ago43:51

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Both Erin and Manasa cannot breathe thanks to allergies this week. Or is it that we’re method acting and are in the maze with Apollo? The burning maze was within us all along. Turns out tax evasion was what got Tristan McLean, not PTSD. With Piper’s help, they steal a car and then head over to the maze entrance. They meet a fun looking large ear cr…

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101: The Horse Of Course (BURNING MAZE Ch 7-12) 49:55

1y ago49:55

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This week we meet Erin’s new favorite character: The Horse. Not just any horse, The Horse. He can talk on a phone. We’re not sure how. Apollo, Grover, and Hedge blow up Macro’s Military surplus store. Hedge broke the mold for satyrs. Why is he so violent?! We learn the name of the emperor, Caligula. Caligula probably had a mug that said “Horse Dadd…

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100: Yay, 100 Hours of Brain Damage! (BURNING MAZE Ch 1-6) 39:04

1y ago39:04

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HAPPY 100TH EPISODE! This one is a bit shorter as we’re just starting a new book, so if you want some more content go check out our 100th episode Instagram Live (@camphalfpod). It’s been so fun and we’re so lucky to have damaged your ears for 100 hours. We find Apollo, Meg, and Grover in the labyrinth, and it’s not going too well. They’re attacked …

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99: What Even Is Tofurkey? (DARK PROPHECY Ch 39-42) 46:42

1y ago46:42

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Time to finish this book! We wrap our book up with final Commodus confrontation, and then a brand new prophecy in the form of a Shakespearean sonnet. Manasa gives us her own interpretation of the prophecy. Erin thinks that authors should stop killing animals and actually kill people instead (Justice for Heloise). The gang analyzes the prophecy, and…

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