Othersode #18: Hold On To Your Souls / Grady Hendrix & Jennifer's Body

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Souls are being sold all over the place in this #othersode as the squad discusses ‘Jennifer’s Body’ (2009) and Emily interviews Grady Hendrix, author of the forthcoming book ‘We Sold Our Souls.’ In the 2009 horror-comedy ‘Jennifer’s Body,’ the squad (with special guest Mary Kay!) talk about feminism, horror movie tropes, whether Megan Fox can act, and the dangers of demonic possession. Next Emily and Grady talk about his newest book, as well as his other work (which all feature female characters!). Grady talks about his hands-on research processes, why the horror genre makes him happy, why vampires are kind of lame (but yes, he is currently writing a vampire novel), and, of course, Stephen King. Plus, get a rundown of what’s currently on the #BookSquadBlog and what’s up next on the podcast. For our next #fullpisode, get out your magnifying glass and trench coat because it’s mystery time! Read along with us for Tana French’s ‘The Trespasser.’ See ya on the social meedz - @booksquadgoals. Until next time, keep an eye on your soul!
0:27–hellos and welcome to Mary Kay!
7:10–summary of Jennifer’s Body
9:20–That old, dated 2009 language
14:06–Race in the film
16:10–is this a feminist movie ahead of its time?
23:53–emphasis on the body
28:58–hell is a teenage girl
31:27–emo culture
34:22–what’s up with Needy? And is this movie funny?
40:00–Grady Hendrix interview!
1:20:24–what’s on the blog? What’s up next?
Links Mentioned in the Pod:
1. Jennifer's Body and The Feminist Revenge Hero Who Came Too Early - https://www.refinery29.com/2018/08/206237/jennifers-body-review-defense-female-revenge-movie
2. Why Jennifer's Body is Still Socially Relevant - http://www.syfy.com/syfywire/why-jennifers-body-is-still-socially-relevant
3. Jennifer's Body is the Queer Love Story I Always Wanted - https://anatomyofascream.wordpress.com/2017/07/04/in-defence-of-that-kiss-jennifers-body-is-the-queer-love-story-ive-always-wanted/
4. The Great Stephen King Reread - https://www.tor.com/series/the-great-stephen-king-reread/