Best Monster Donut Podcasts (2024)

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34: We Write Some Fan Fiction | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 1 Wrap-Up 1:10:50

5h ago1:10:50

1:10:50

This week, we're finally wrapping up season 1 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians!! Discussion topics may include: the cinematographer acting as the narrator, Luke's quest for the golden apples, philosophies on criticism versus dramaturgy, sanctuaries, alternative names for the podcast, the power of witnessing, and some season two prediction…

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Deep Diving Into Luke w/ Charlie Bushnell | Disney+ Percy Jackson Season 1 Discussion 33:59

1M ago33:59

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This week, we're joined by Charlie Bushnell to dig into Luke Castellan and Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 1! Discussion topics may include: Luke's mindset in Sea of Monsters, how to pronounce "Castellan," filming the betrayal scene, Luke's wardrobe, how Luke sees Percy in season 1, and what's down the road for Luke... Check us out o…

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Walker Scobell on the Riordanverse, Future Seasons, and Playing Percy | Percy Jackson Season 1 Discussion 49:06

2M ago49:06

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This week, Walker Scobell joins us to talk Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 1 and look ahead to the future of the series!!! Discussion topics may include: ranking the PJO books, cut scenes, Thalia and Percy's relationship, fatal flaws, and what happens if and when Disney adapts Heroes of Olympus. Check us out on Patreon to submit ques…

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Aryan Simhadri on Heroes of Olympus, Season 2, and Playing Grover | Percy Jackson Season 1 Discussion 54:28

2M ago54:28

54:28

This week, we're sitting down in person with Aryan Simhadri to break down season one and hopes for season two of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians!!! Discussion topics may include: Percy and Grover's empathy link, wedding dress styles, Grover & tragedy, favorite changes from book to screen, Achilles and Patroclus, Percy in House of Hades, Gro…

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Writer Joe Tracz on Episode 4, 6, and The Lightning Thief Musical | Percy Jackson Season 1 Discussion 54:38

2M ago54:38

54:38

This week, we're joined by Joe Tracz, writer of Percy Jackson & The Olympians episode 4 and 6 and book writer of The Lightning Thief Musical! Discussion topics may include: making the artistic medium work for you, the Luke & Percy dynamic, Hermes' time in the Lotus Casino, crafting Kronos dreams, musical episodes, Solangelo, and The Lightning Thief…

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Luke Castellan, Sea of Monsters, & Black Sails w/ Staff Writer Daphne Olive | Percy Jackson Season 1 Discussion 1:11:03

3M ago1:11:03

1:11:03

This week, we're joined again by Percy Jackson & the Olympians staff writer Daphne Olive, this time for a post-season 1 chat about storytelling, Sea of Monsters, and how we can make this all about Black Sails. Discussion topics may include: creating Percy's arc this season, Luke Castellan, how much Hermes knows about Luke's future, introducing Hade…

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Interview w/ Co-Creator Jon Steinberg | Disney+ Percy Jackson Season 1 Discussion 53:16

3M ago53:16

53:16

This week, we are joined by Jon Steinberg, co-creator of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, to celebrate the conclusion of the first season of this incredible series! Discussion topics may include: kleos and nostos (of course), Black Sails (double of course), the act of adaptation, translating Percy's inner world, having Rick and Becky in the…

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33: Phoebe's Prophecy Comes True | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.08 (The Prophecy Comes True) 1:42:45

3M ago1:42:45

1:42:45

This week, we're heading up to Olympus in Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians episode 8, The Prophecy Comes True. Discussion topics may include: Black Sails spoilers, the Golden Age, the other floors on Olympus, running away, Percy's definition of who he is, and Zeus as the monster at the end of this book. CHECK OUT OUR NEW PATREON!!!! PJO SEAS…

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32: We Visit The Seventh Circle Of Hell | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.07 (We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of) feat. Liam Crowley 1:20:32

3M ago1:20:32

1:20:32

This episode, we're joined by Liam Crowley from Comicbook.com to breakdown the seventh episode of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of. Discussion topics may include: the show's version of the Crusty scene, parenthood, hurting the people you love, Dante's Inferno, Annabeth's regret, The Garden of Earthly Delights,…

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31: Kronos Makes A Three-Way Call | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.06 (We Take A Zebra To Vegas) 1:04:46

4M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

This week, we're trapped in the Lotus Hotel & Casino in Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians episode 6, We Take A Zebra To Vegas. Discussion topics may include: what Kronos wants, Hermes' and Luke's backstory, forgetting, Augustus' whole deal, the Lotus Eaters, loss, and the pearls. CHECK OUT OUR NEW PATREON!!!! PJO SEASON 1 PREDICTIONS ARE NOW …

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Interview w/ Staff Writer Daphne Olive | Post-1.05 Percy Jackson Discussion 1:12:11

4M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

In a VERY special episode of Monster Donut, we are joined by Percy Jackson & the Olympians' Staff Writer, Daphne Olive (with another surprise guest appearance...), to discuss episodes 1 through 5 of the first season! Discussion topics may include: fatal flaws, storytelling philosophies, sibling dynamics, fate versus prophecy, monstrosity, the new T…

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30: Emily Solves The Cave Puzzle | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.05 (A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers) 1:16:55

4M ago1:16:55

1:16:55

This week, we're venturing into the Thrill Ride O' Love in Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers. Discussion topics may include: reinterpreting the Fates scene, the origin of Percabeth movie dates, Ares & Grover's diner scenes, Hephaestus, the power of empathy, and every single fresco in the tunnel. CHECK OUT OUR NEW …

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29: We Place Our Bets | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.04 (I Plunge To My Death) 57:24

4M ago57:24

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This week, we're analyzing the fourth episode of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, I Plunge To My Death, featuring interviews with VFX Supervisor Erik Henry & ILM VFX Supervisor Jeff White. Discussion topics may include: building Thalia's ghost, parenthood, westward expansion, what makes a monster, temples, belief, and how you treat your fam…

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28: We Enter The Ethan Nakamura Easter Egg Hunt | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.03 (We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium) feat. Erica and Carter from Seaweed Brain 1:07:42

5M ago1:07:42

1:07:42

CONTENT WARNING FOR DISCUSSIONS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT (from 33:55 to 35:06) AHEAD!! This episode, we're joined by Erica and Carter from Seaweed Brain to discuss the third episode of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium, featuring interviews with co-creator Jon Steinberg and costume designer Tish Monaghan. Discussi…

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27: It's All Camp Rock To Us | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.02 (I Become Supreme Lord Of The Bathroom) 1:19:17

5M ago1:19:17

1:19:17

This week, we're deep diving into the second episode of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians, I Become Supreme Lord Of The Bathroom, featuring interviews with RICK RIORDAN AND BECKY RIORDAN, showrunners Jon Steinberg & Dan Shotz, director James Bobin, Production Designer Dan Hennah, & Costume Designer Tish Monaghan! Discussion topics may include…

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26: Sally Gets Over Sliced | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 1.01 (I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher) 1:04:56

5M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

This week, we're discussing THE FIRST EPISODE OF DISNEY+ PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS, I ACCIDENTALLY VAPORIZE MY PRE-ALGEBRA TEACHER, featuring interviews with showrunners Jon Steinberg & Dan Shotz, director James Bobin, & VFX supervisors Erik Henry and Jeff White!!!!!!! Discussion topics may include: the Perseus myth, Percy's anti-story agenda…

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25: It All Comes Back To Mithras | The Tower of Nero feat. Ashley A.K.A. newathens 1:31:16

5M ago1:31:16

1:31:16

This week, we have Day 1 Trials of Apollo fan Ashley A.K.A. newathens on Tumblr on to discuss The Tower of Nero by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: the early days of PJO DeviantArt, Meet The Robinsons, nostalgia, power shifts, Olympus, cycles of abuse, the next generation, Styx, THE RETURN OF MITHRAS, and the end of the main series. CHE…

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24: We Eat A Single Grape | The Tyrant's Tomb (feat. Darien from Muses of Mythology) 1:32:26

5M ago1:32:26

1:32:26

This week, we're joined by Darien from Muses of Mythology to discuss The Tyrant's Tomb by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: funerals, Frank Zhang, gaslighting, Reyna's relationship to romance, living past your time, and the naval battle that could have been. Have a question? Want to contribute your own analysis? Feel like arguing? Email …

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Episode 10 - Rally champion Garry Pearson talks winning the 'big four', mental toughness & the commercial pressures of motorsport 32:15

5M ago32:15

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What's the secret to success on and off the rally stages? Tune in as we welcome another history-making competitor to The Fast Pod. In 2021 ⁠Garry Pearson⁠ became the first rally driver to lift four major UK national championship crowns in a single season. Key highlights We chat to multiple title-winner Garry about: the highs of winning 'the big fou…

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23: Emily Decides To Make Things Worse | The Burning Maze 1:34:58

5M ago1:34:58

1:34:58

This week, Phoebe's fighting demons and Emily makes it worse while trying to talk about The Burning Maze by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: Jason Grace, the labyrinth's continued ties to grief, Teen Wolf, Patroclus parallels, Piper's identity, Grover's leadership, legacy, the power of words, Melpomene, and The Horse. Have a question? W…

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INTERLUDE: Disney+ PJO New York Comic Con Interviews & Recap (feat. Mike from The Newest Olympian) 1:29:04

6M ago1:29:04

1:29:04

In a very special interlude episode, we're finally sharing our audio and stories from New York Comic Con, the Percy Jackson panel, and our roundtable interviews with Disney+ PJO Executive Producers Jon Steinberg and Dan Shotz, EP and director of the first two episodes James Bobin, production designer Dan Hennah, costume designer Tish Monaghan, VFX …

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22: The Oracle Calls His Dad | The Dark Prophecy 1:22:17

6M ago1:22:17

1:22:17

This week, we're visiting the oracle in The Dark Prophecy by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: lovers-to-enemies, the real life Oracle of Trophonius, giving up immortality, fathers and sons, memory, Pacific Rim, cycles, Meditations (from Black Sails), and the new and improved names for the months. Have a question? Want to contribute your…

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Episode 9 - Monster Jam star Bryce Kenny on record-breaking and shifting gears in life 31:15

6M ago31:15

31:15

Welcome to The Fast Pod, where we delve into the world of motorsport and explore the stories of the incredible individuals who make it all happen. In this episode, we have a very special guest joining us all the way from the USA – Bryce Kenny. Bryce Kenny is a professional monster truck driver who competes in Monster Jam events. His passion for mot…

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21: We Get Megged | The Hidden Oracle 1:31:07

7M ago1:31:07

1:31:07

This week, we're finally kicking off our beloved Trials of Apollo series with The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: NYCC, immortality, horror movie parallels, Over The Garden Wall, storytelling, Dungeons and Dragons, betrayals in the woods, and what it means to have a body. Have a question? Want to contribute your own an…

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20: We Cheat At Bingo Night | The Chalice of the Gods (Live Reaction!) 1:23:51

7M ago1:23:51

1:23:51

It's Chalice of the Gods week!! We're breaking down our predictions, reacting to the entire book with mic in hand, and coming back together to debrief The Chalice of the Gods by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: Gilgamesh, stolen youth, AHS swim team lore, growing up, Luke's pre-The Lightning Thief heist on Olympus, helplessness, and spo…

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19: Percy Says Yes To Michael | The Crown of Ptolemy 47:16

7M ago47:16

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This week, we're wrapping up the Kane Chronicles crossovers with The Crown of Ptolemy by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: godhood, movie dates, Percy's perception of himself, ancient weaponry, the Mist, and Luke's possession by Kronos. Have a question? Want to contribute your own analysis? Feel like arguing? Email monsterdonutpodcast@gm…

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Episode 8 - Motorbase team manager Oly Collins on the recipe for success in BTCC 34:27

8M ago34:27

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In this episode of The Fast Pod, host Graeme Cleland interviews Oly Collins - team manager for NAPA Racing UK / Motorbase Performance in the British Touring Car Championship. One of the most experienced pit lane chiefs in the UK, Oly has worked with some of the biggest names in motorsport including West Surrey, Team Dynamics, and Motorbase. He's be…

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Episode 7 - Joe Tanner and The Art of Racing Helmet Design 25:35

8M ago25:35

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Joe Tanner is a renowned helmet painter who has worked with top motorsport competitors, including Formula One stars like Lando Norris and Nigel Mansell. He accidentally fell into the world of helmet design, but has since become the go-to person for racers who want to look fast. A racer himself, Joe shares his journey into helmet design and the evol…

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18: Phoebe Requests A History Lecture | The Son of Sobek & The Staff of Serapis 49:04

8M ago49:04

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While we await The Chalice of the Gods, we're reading The Son of Sobek and The Staff of Serapis by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: the power of names, Chalice of the Gods bingo, Alexander the Great, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Annabeth's state of mind. Have a square we should include on our Chalice of the Gods bingo cards? Want to contribu…

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17: We Eat Nachos After The War | HoO Series Wrap-Up 1:23:05

9M ago1:23:05

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This week, Phoebe and Emily look back at the Heroes of Olympus series by Rick Riordan, with help from your analysis and questions. Discussion topics include: a character-by-character analysis, the shift to third person, Dark Percy, the state of Percy and Annabeth's relationship, and the infamous Nachos After The War outtake. Have something you'd li…

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16: Emily Has Enough | The Blood of Olympus (feat. Manasa from Camp Half-Pod) 1:23:02

9M ago1:23:02

1:23:02

This week, we're wrapping up Heroes of Olympus with our favorite Blood of Olympus apologist, Manasa from Camp Half-Pod. Discussion topics include: blood sacrifices, archeology, determinism, Rick's cruise around Greece, trauma, and even MORE Jason Grace analysis. Have a question to add to our Heroes of Olympus wrap-up? Want to contribute your own an…

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15: We Forget To Talk About The House of Hades | The House of Hades 1:37:14

10M ago1:37:14

1:37:14

This time around, we're venturing into Tartarus in The House of Hades by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: desire, power, Riordanverse fandom history, Percy's apotheosis, fate, The Scene, and the importance of remembering. Have a question to add to our Heroes of Olympus wrap-up? Want to contribute your own analysis? Feel like arguing? Em…

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Episode 6 - Peter Dumbreck interview, British Grand Prix Silverstone social media stramash, W Series woes and the karting comeback kid 39:24

10M ago39:24

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What's the secret to winning consistently and setting records on track? In this new episode The Fast Pod brings you a racer who has tasted success in single seaters, touring cars and endurance racing across the globe. Now an FIA driving standards advisor, hypercar development driver, race team brand ambassador and Le Mans commentator, Peter Dumbrec…

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14: We Join The Corporate Sponsorship Game | The Mark of Athena 1:37:31

10M ago1:37:31

1:37:31

In this week's (belated) episode, we're reading The Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: the Hercules encounter, identity crises, Rome, Annabeth's fatal flaw, mystery cults, and Phoebe's inability to remember names. Have a question to add to our Heroes of Olympus wrap-up? Want to contribute your own analysis? Feel like arg…

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Episode 5 - Stock car world champ Tom Harris interview, crashy bikes and rally cars, Snowball Returns and motorsport cheats don't prosper 37:20

10M ago37:20

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In this episode The Fast Pod brings you a motorsport world champion. Tom Harris has firmly established himself as one of the leading lights in stock car racing. After making the early switch from a fledgling motocross career to short circuit racing, he has proven to be one of the fastest drivers in the category. Tom has won nearly every championshi…

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Episode 4 - Rhianon Gelsomino interview, Ferrari flourish at Le Mans, Isle of Man TT records fall, and MotoGP's Italian stallions. 41:28

11M ago41:28

41:28

This episode's star guest is one half or rallying's co-driving power couple - Rhianon Gelsomino. The US-based Aussie lets us in on the secrets of what it takes to be a great rally co-driver - as well as her view on what makes for a great driver. Rhianon also shares her unique insight into sitting alongside stars like Travis Pastrana, coaching risin…

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13: The God of Dramaturgy Gifts Phoebe A Dream | The Son of Neptune 1:10:23

12M ago1:10:23

1:10:23

This week, Phoebe and Emily read The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics include: New Rome, choice, vulnerability, The Princess Bride, pawns, and sacrifice. Have a question? Want to share your own analysis? Feel like arguing? Email monsterdonutpodcast@gmail.com. Come say hi and check out the sketches Phoebe made this episode on Twitte…

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Episode 3 - The magic(?) of Monaco, Indy 500 Snowball smash, Jim Clark Rally & 100 years of Le Mans 42:28

11M ago42:28

42:28

Join GC and JD as they dissect the latest high profile motorsport thrills and spills plus an exclusive interview with Le Mans 24 Hours media delegate and ace photographer Jeff Carter of www.macleanphotographic.com Jeff explains the secret to capturing great images, pinpoints his favourite race circuits and spills the beans on his encounters with le…

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Episode 2 - Tyres popping, donuts dropping, plus Nurburgring hopping with Porsche’s Klaus Bachler 32:09

12M ago32:09

32:09

GC and JD get torn into the issue of dangerous tyres, ask if stewards are interfering too much in the results of motorsport events, revel in Valentino Rossi’s success on four wheels, and also get a pro driver’s insight into what it takes to be fast at the famous Nurburgring 24hrs with special guest and Falken Porsche star Klaus Bachler.…

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INTERLUDE: The Sun and the Star Live Reaction! 46:02

1y ago46:02

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SPOILERS FOR HEROES OF OLYMPUS/TRIALS OF APOLLO & CONTENT WARNING FOR BRIEF MENTION OF SUICIDE (from 17:33 through 18:44) AHEAD!! This week, Phoebe's on her own and reading through The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro with her mic at the ready. Discussion topics include: disastrously wrong TSATS predictions, nightmares, The Percy Sc…

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Episode 1 - Calendar clash controversy, Sir Jackie swats security aside, and Le Mans winner lowdown 39:08

1y ago39:08

39:08

The Fast Pod kicks off with JD flagging motorsport fixture clashes and F1 royalty rumbles, while GC reports back from British GT at Silverstone and double Le Mans winner and Aston Martin factory driver Jonny Adam is this week’s guest interview.By The Fast Pod

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12: We Send A Message To Haley Riordan | The Quest for Buford & The Son of Magic 1:04:11

1y ago1:04:11

1:04:11

This week, we read the last (!) of the published short stories, Leo Valdez and the Quest for Buford by Rick Riordan, and The Son of Magic by Haley Riordan. Discussion topics may include: maenads, the bloody origins of live theater, Renaissance art history, what happened to the titan army, and dismantling the Riordanverse Empire. Have a question? Wa…

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The Fast Pod official trailer 0:57

1y ago0:57

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Introducing the podcast that’s all about unlocking the secrets to speed.By The Fast Pod

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Episode 20: I WILL haunt you.. for a little while (the best friend episode) 53:52

1y ago53:52

53:52

This week's topic: Crazy best friend stories In the Season 1 finale: Join these BFFs as they discuss some of the best (and worst) best friends of all time. You'll also enjoy a recao of the first season's episodes as they relate to best friends. This all begs the question: What wouldn't you do for your best friend? Turns out there's quite the list! …

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Episode 19: Strange odors and funky noises (the monster episode) 48:29

1y ago48:29

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Topic of the week: Crazy monster stories Cori and Laura discuss some truly crazy (true?) monster stories. They delve into the world of zombies, bigfoot and sea creatures. Somewhere along the way, they realize they may need to do some monster hunting of their own. Listen along and release your inner Kraken or sloth... as long as you're not inhabited…

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11: We Play God With Jason's Parentage | The Lost Hero (feat. Charlie from Of The Eldest Gods) 1:19:18

1y ago1:19:18

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To kick off The Heroes of Olympus, Charlie from Of The Eldest Gods joins us to discuss The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics include: a Jason Grace deep dive, Rick Riordan's signature, godly parent swaps, memory, and The Aeneid (Again. Sorry.) Have a question? Want to share your own analysis? Feel like arguing? Email monsterdonutpodcast@…

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Episode 18: So much pun! (the birth episode) 47:04

1y ago47:04

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This week's topic: Crazy birth stories Cori and Laura discuss everything from steaming crotches to badass moms while sharing some crazy birth stories. They also reveal how to get the best sleep of your life (hint: it involves epidurals). Cori gets emotional, but Laura rewards her for her strength. Listen in and share your crazy birth stories. Rate,…

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10: Emily Puts Pausanias On Blast | The Singer of Apollo & The Staff of Hermes 41:33

1y ago41:33

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Before they get into The Heroes of Olympus, Phoebe and Emily read The Singer of Apollo and The Staff of Hermes by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics include: the original travel writers, the empathy link, how to snap, the Sumerians, Disneyland Paris, and following your dreams. Have something you'd like us to discuss on the show? Email monsterdonutpodc…

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Episode 17: She pissed her pants (the superstition episode) 55:51

1y ago55:51

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This week's topic: Crazy superstitions Hear about the ladies' trip to a male revue and how to get rid of the devil (spoiler alert: it just takes a little salt). They dive into some well-known (and not so well-known) superstitions in this episode. Laura (the self-proclaimed superstition expert) explains how Cori nearly lost her soul and learns that …

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Episode 16: Jelly donut rewards (the survivor episode) 48:41

1y ago48:41

48:41

This week's topic: Crazy survival stories As a result of discussing their own near-death experiences, the ladies decide to talk about some of the craziest ways people have survived certain death. Learn about how a whale saved a diver and a pig saved her owner who was in cardiac arrest. The ladies cover these crazy stories, and more, in this week's …

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