Rereading the Revolution
Daphne and Kellie revisit the dystopian young adult novels that dominated the early 2010s, from sci-fi to fantasy and supernatural stories. They recap, review, and discuss the best and worst of the genre, reflecting on the cultural impact of these books. The podcast covers series like The Hunger Games and Divergent, offering a nostalgic and critical look at the era's pop culture.
Episodes
The Crown | "Reverse Rose Ceremony" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"She did a little bit of writing."It's the end of an era, both for us and the people of Illéa. The patrons voted for us to read a Selection sequel for the final time (unless Kiera Cass decides to write more...). Book 5 in the series, The Crown, follows the second half of Princess Eadlyn's Selection. Will she
They Both Die at the End | "YOLO Swag"
"The power of Malec."Happy Pride Month! This year, our Patrons chose to celebrate by reading They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera (2017). If you were on BookTok in 2020, you're probably familiar with this speculative fiction story of two boys who receive a call from Death-Cast notifying them that they have less than 24 hours to live. We follow Mateo and Rufus through September 5, 2017, which w
I Am Number Four | "Evil Man Vibes"
"I believe that you are an alien and also I love you."We had our Patrons vote on a selection of our most-requested dystopian and sci-fi books, and I Am Number Four (2010) by Pittacus Lore (allegedly...) won by a landslide. It's your typical fish-out-of-water story about the new boy in town trying his best to fit in and survive the semester with the help of the prettiest girl in school, an oddball
City of Bones Movie | "Unfortunately Lackluster Experience" (SNEAK PEEK)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"Those two henchmen had more chemistry between them than any other characters."Many of very same people who anxiously awaited this movie in 2013 have anxiously awaited this episode thirteen years later. Hopefully that's the only thing they have in common. We're joined once again by Mara and Katie to discuss
New Moon Pt. 2 | "We Are All Team Mike"
"One thing about our Bella is that she loves to give up."Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Hannah Lisa Lohr are back with the second half (some would even say the exciting half) of Stephenie Meyer's New Moon (2009)! We pick up where we left off to follow Bella as she learns Jacob’s secret, engages in some more dangerous recreational activities, and makes some new friends on her big trip to Italy.
New Moon Pt. 1 | "Bring Back My Cullens"
“Stephenie Meyer almost never hits for me. But when she does hit, it’s…like transcendental.”We’ve made you wait long enough for us to read New Moon (2009), hopefully we made it worthwhile by coming back with two episodes on the second book in the Twilight series. Our resident Twilight expert, Hannah Lisa Lohr, is back for both! Whether you love or hate Stephenie Meyer’s vampire romance novels, the
City of Ashes | "We Can Just Be Siblings" (SNEAK PEEK)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"Drama, right from the beginning."To no one's surprise, City of Ashes (2009), book two in Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments series, swept our latest Patreon poll. If you thought the first installment was wild, just wait until you hear what this one has in store. There's a vampire and werewolf feud straigh
Dungeons & Dystopia: Dusk - Episode 3
We've reached the epic conclusion of our three-part Dusk real-play D&D series! This episode sees our crew of vampires, werewolves, and one extraordinarily normal girl crashing a very meta interdimensional story convention and taking on a heroic final battle. We're met with several familiar faces, including a young author who bears a slight resemblance to (but definitely isn't) someone you may
Unwind | "Our Most Requested Episode"
"I mean, when you're trapped in a box in the dark with three other boys, what else are you gonna talk about?"After two years of you asking for it, we finally took on Neal Shusterman's beloved and disturbing 2007 dystopian novel, Unwind. Kellie and Daphne are joined by longtime Unwind fan and our good friend, Lin, to discuss the book's real-life inspirations, political resonance, and shocking, fren
The Maze Runner Movies | "The Most Romantic Movie Series of All Time"
"In the crank club, we all fam."It's been a while since we've done one of these! Kellie and Daphne are rejoined by our friend and fellow Maze Runner reader Colin to discuss all three of Wes Ball's Maze Runner movies. Are they good? Are they bad? Do they defy categorization? We reveal the behind-the-scenes stories of how these movies were made, then take on the epic action sequences, flawless casti
Beautiful Creatures Movie | "Release the Director's Cut!" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"The marvelous Mrs. Maisel herself!"Our patron-voted film adaptation this month is the much-maligned disasterpiece Beautiful Creatures (2013)! We're joined by our friend and Beautiful Creatures superfan Corrine to talk about the film's incredible production design and baffling visual effects, the hilarious s
Dungeons & Dystopia: Dusk - Episode 2
Our supernatural Spoons crew pick ups where we left off in episode one with a mission to rescue Mirabel’s missing hamster. Puzzles, fights, betrayals, and shenanigans ensue as our real-play D&D game continues in the sequel.New episodes drop on the third Wednesday of each month!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and bonus content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac
Red Queen | "Brotherly Love Triangle"
"Sometimes a girl’s just gotta cry in the rain."It's finally here--our first fantasy read! In this episode, Kellie and Daphne cover Victoria Aveyard's fantasy dystopian novel, Red Queen, where the haves and have-nots are not only divided by wealth, but by supernatural abilities. We discuss the book's many influences, its place in the YA scene, the controversial twist ending (and the ending that co
Before I Fall | "Groundhog Death"
"Kent is rich! It’s not like he can’t afford a belt!"We asked our patrons to vote on a contemporary novel for this episode, and Lauren Oliver's Before I Fall took the win. Kellie and Daphne lead the bumpy journey through this shocking, chaotic, and sometimes heartfelt time-loop novel about a teenage girl reliving the last day of her life and maybe finding redemption. We share some of our own high
Dungeons & Dystopia: Dusk - Episode 1
Dungeons and Dragons and YA book lovers unite! Welcome to Dungeons & Dystopia, brought to you by friend of the podcast Colin. This is the first episode in a three-part D&D actual play series inspired by the world of Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. Listeners will meet aggressively normal protagonist Mirabel Goose and the vampires, werewolves, and weirdos that haunt her school in this series pr
City of Bones | "Cassandra Clare Radicalized Me"
"The earth could explode tomorrow and we’re still gonna get more Shadowhunters books."The wait is OVER! We're back from hiatus with one of our most highly-anticipated episodes of all time, City of Bones by Cassandra Clare. Daphne and Kellie are joined by special guests Katie and Mara to share their expertise on and lore with The Mortal Instruments and the larger Shadowhunters universe. Longtime fa
The Heir | "The Devil Incarnate" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"Maybe step down and let the people vote. IDK."We're back with book four of The Selection series, as voted by our patrons! In Kiera Cass' time-jump installment The Heir, we follow America and Maxon's daughter Eadlyn as she reluctantly begins a Selection of her own. We had so much fun getting progressively mo
2025 Wrap Up and Listener Q&A | “I Feel It in My Bones”
"It’s the holidays. We’ve gotta have this be a little interesting."Continuing last year's tradition, we're wrapping up the year with a fun little episode reflecting on 2025 and what's to come in 2026. Then, Kellie and Daphne take on your fan questions on a wide range of subjects from favorite and least favorite books to the ins and outs of podcasting and roller coasters. Lots of personal lore is d
Sunrise on the Reaping Movie Updates and Predictions (Special Episode!)
We released our first special episode on the Sunrise on the Reaping movie back in May, and we were due for a part two because there has been SO much more news since then! Daphne and Kellie cover the rest of the casting announcements (including a certain huge one), what we know about the production, and our thoughts on the trailer, as well as a few predictions and theories about the film.Devon Sing
The Host Movie | "Space Beam Ice Cream" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION“I always wanted to have seen this movie since we started the podcast two years ago.”After imbibing approximately one margarita malt beverage each, we took on the 2013 film adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's The Host. In this episode, Kellie and Daphne compare the book and movie, discuss the making-of, and shar
Legend | "Everyone is Attractive"
"It’s a hot family."You've asked for it...and asked and asked for it. Happy holidays; the wait is FINALLY over! We thought that Marie Lu's Legend (2011) was the perfect choice for our final book episode of the year. Kellie and Daphne recap the beloved plague/climate disaster dystopian romance and talk dual POVs, the failed road to adaptation, and lots of K-I-S-S-I-N-G.Submit your questions for our
The Death Cure | "The Boys Are Fighting" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION“Seventy-three chapters don’t write themselves!"We’re officially wrapping up the Maze Runner trilogy with James Dashner’s The Death Cure. Colin’s back, and I think you all know what to expect at this point. Kellie, Daphne, and Colin discuss the unrelenting bleakness of the series, the very plausible theory t
Dorothy Must Die | "Wicked For Emo Girls"
"The spirit of the Maze is always with us."With the release of Wicked: For Good upon us, we thought it was the perfect time for us to read Danielle Paige's 2014 dystopian reimagining of The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy Must Die! This book builds on existing IP from both L Frank Baum's books and the 1939 movie, but with enough dystopian, fantasy, and Epic Reads elements to feel like a classic Rereading th
Beautiful Creatures Part 2 | "Everybody Hates Lena"
"Let me talk to them in a language they understand: gossip."There's a bad moon rising...or maybe sixteen of them? Kellie and Daphne are back with special guest Bailey to discuss the second half of Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl's Beautiful Creatures! More hit songs and bad accents from the audiobook are revealed, we posit our many unanswered questions, and Bailey shares her own supernatural readin
MERCH DROP Special Announcement!
We interrupt our regularly scheduled programming with a very special announcement: we're releasing Rereading the Revolution merchandise! 100% of the proceeds will benefit the ACLU of Texas. Our T-shirts, long sleeve tees, sweatshirts, and hoodies are here just in time for the holiday season, but act fast because they're only available until November 21!Check them out here: bonfire.com/rereading-th
Beautiful Creatures Part 1 | "Trip Down Memory Lane"
"Immediately, she’s giving off the vibe of someone who might know some spells."I hope you missed our singing! For Halloween this year, we're reading Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl's Beautiful Creatures (2009). We're joined by the hilarious Bailey for part one of a double episode on the book. Kellie, Daphne, and Bailey talk about this book's unusual origin, its historical influences and implication
Vampire Academy Movie | "These Vampires DON’T Sparkle" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"The Bear took this blueprint and ran with it."Clearly our patrons wanted more vampire content for Halloween, because our bonus episode this month is on the 2014 Vampire Academy movie! We discuss the movie's tonal confusion, the cast of (mostly) YA heavy-hitters, changes from the book to the film script, and
Twilight Movie | "5 Stars: This Will Change Your Life"
"That face card has never declined once in his life.”As promised, Catherine Hardwicke's stunning 2009 adaptation of Twilight is on our screens this week. We're joined by longtime friend and Twilight superfan Sam, and the hater police are in for a treat because it's our least critical episode of all time (and if we're being realistic, probably for all time). I'd say to take a sip every time we say
The Summer I Turned Pretty Finale & Announcement (Special Episode!)
Surprise! We recorded another special episode, this time on our thoughts about The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3. Kellie and Daphne discuss where we landed opinions-wise on the characters, picking teams, the grand Parisian finale, and that big movie announcement. Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva
Twilight | "Vampire Money"
"He has been the entire male loneliness epidemic on his own."It's hoa hoa season! To celebrate, we are finally beginning one of our most anxiously-awaited series, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (2005). We're joined by OG Twihard Hannah Lisa Lohr for a deep dive into the real and fictional worlds of Forks, transcending the good/bad spectrum, the book's heavy religious influences, and teen girl culture
Unravel Me | "Tortured Souls" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"Let us read good books!"We just covered Shatter Me on the main feed, and our patrons wanted to keep the good times rolling with the first of Tahereh Mafi's many, many sequels, Unravel Me (2013). In this episode, we discuss the series' insane chronology, Juliette's big feelings, the foregone conclusion of th
Looking for Alaska | "My #1 Opp"
"This is not an anti-smoking book."We asked our Patrons which John Green book we should take on next, and the consensus was in resounding favor of Looking for Alaska (2005). Kellie and Daphne revisit the novel for the first time in over a decade, mourn the loss of the Hulu adaptation, quote the endlessly-reblogged lines, and reflect on how it's all aged as we try to find our way out of the labyrin
The Giver | "Give Me Some Pain!"
"Is it magic? I guess!"Stay with us here--it's back to school season, so we're revisiting a true children's and young adult classic: Lois Lowry's The Giver (1993). This book may have been required reading in middle school, but it's more interesting than you might remember. In this episode, we discuss how Jonas' story echoes through the 2000s and 2010s dystopian books we usually cover on the show,
If I Stay Movie | "Mother to a Lot of These B*tches" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION“Jamie Blackley was pregnant with Tom Blyth in this movie.”Our patrons voted for us to watch If I Stay (2014) this month! We’re joined by special guest Madison to discuss her deep personal history with the film, as well as changes from the book, production details, and I ❤️ Yo-Yo Ma stickers. It’s a very fun
Maximum Ride | "Brilliant, Evil Business Model"
"Is James Patterson the GOAT?"Our Patrons have been begging for it for ages, and it finally won our latest poll. We're taking on the original book in James Patterson's first middle grade/young adult series, Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment (2005). Kellie and Daphne are joined by special guest and one-time Maximum Ride superfan, Megan, to take on Patterson's infamous, bizarre career and his sci-f
The Summer I Turned Pretty | "Stand Up, Belly!"
"A love triangle like this only happens once in a...New Moon."We’re continuing our summer of beachy novels turned hit Amazon Prime teen shows with the motherlode: Jenny Han’s The Summer I Turned Pretty (2009). Kellie and Daphne discuss the classic story of a girl in love with two brothers, including our thoughts on the show, predictions about the series, and feeling seen by the book's many su
The One | "Kind of Gaggy" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION“This is one of the funniest books I’ve ever read.”For this month’s Patron-voted sequel episode, we’re wrapping up the original Selection trilogy with Kiera Cass’ The One (2014). We had completely unexpected reactions to this wonderfully wild book, making this one of our most fun bonus episodes yet! Who will
Shatter Me | "Sometimes She Cooks"
"Why does he shoot the meat?"You've been asking since the very beginning, and the day is finally here! We're joined by special guest and unabashed Shatter Me fan AllieReads to cover Tahereh Mafi's 2011 hit novel. We talk about the fandom's undying love for Aaron Warner, share some intimate fully-clothed shower moments, and come out in favor of leashes for children in this much-requested episode.Fo
We Were Liars Season One | "The Fourth of You Lie"
"This is cartoon villain-level behavior."We're headed back to Beechwood! In this episode, we're discussing the new Amazon Prime adaptation of E. Lockhart's 2014 novel, We Were Liars, and we have a lot to say about it. Kellie reports exclusive behind-the-scenes details from the show's panels at ATX TV Festival featuring Julie Plec, Carina Adly Mackenzie, and E. Lockhart herself, and she and Daphne
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda | "Sponsored by Oreo"
“The tilt a whirl…the most romantic ride at the carnival.”Happy Pride! We’re celebrating by reading one of the most popular coming-out stories not only of the 2010s, but maybe ever? It’s Becky Albertalli’s 2015 debut novel, Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda. If that title’s not ringing any bells for you, this is the book that would go on to become the 2018 film Love, Simon. Daphne and Kellie talk
The 5th Wave Movie | "Two Hours of Nothing" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"Colin army rise up!"Our bonus episode this month as voted by our Patreon subscribers is The 5th Wave movie (2016)! We're rejoined by the book episode's special guest, our friend Colin, to get into the minutiae of acting choices, suggest improvements for future J Blakeson projects, reveal how this movie solv
We Were Liars | "The Tumblr of It All"
"Actually, while you’re here, I’m gonna make you think.”In honor of the upcoming Amazon Prime adaptation, we read E. Lockhart's summer mystery thriller, We Were Liars (2014)! We can’t say much about the plot, so instead I’ll share that some of my rejected title ideas included “Real Eyes Realize Real Lies” and “My Own Private Island.” If anyone asks you about this episode, just lie about it 🤫Follow
Sunrise on the Reaping Movie News (Special Episode!)
I don't even have a quote for this one. We're just really excited.This was supposed to be a Patreon-exclusive mini bonus, but there's already so much news surrounding the Sunrise on the Reaping movie that we had to make it a full-length episode--and they haven't even started filming yet. We're covering the cast in depth, as well as what we know about the film so far and the fan casting contest. Mu
The Host Part 2 | "Would You Still Love Me If I Was a Worm?"
"Their calling is to go work in the Cheeto factory."We're back with our second episode on The Host by Stephenie Meyer (2008)! Kellie and Daphne pick up from that dramatic Walter cliffhanger to take on the love square, body swaps, and low-stakes heists of the back half of the book, and I accidentally say "conclave" instead of "enclave" because we recorded this during new pope week!The Host playlist
Crossed | "Chosen One Syndrome" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION“Oh my god…they’re running through the desert?”Our May patron-voted book is Crossed, the 2011 sequel to Ally Condie's Matched, one of our early iconic episodes, if we do say so ourselves! In this bonus episode, we join Cassia and Ky for an absolutely baffling journey through the Carving on our search for the
The Host Part 1 | "One Giant Book"
"I guess there’s really not that many different alien storylines."Stephenie Meyer's 2008 book The Host is a behemoth. Kellie and Daphne take on the first half of the alien invasion story in part one of our first two-episode special. It's unexpected in a lot of ways, not least of which is how much we're enjoying it so far. Will Melanie's human spirit triumph over Wanderer, the soul inside her? Tune
Hush, Hush | "Blatant Twilight Ripoff"
"It’s maybe the worst book I’ve ever read in my life."Sorry in advance to the Hush, Hush fans, but needless to say, we had some thoughts about Becca Fitzpatrick's 2009 novel. Namely, "why" and "how?" Daphne and Kellie talk fallen angels, nephilim, teen romance, unlikeable characters, terrible worldbuilding, and yes, tacos, in this supernatural episode.Information on supporting library resources!ht
The 100 Pilot | "Peak 2014 Culture" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the new App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"You would think it was written for this show and not Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark."Our patron-voted episode for this month is on The CW's The 100 pilot (2014)! We cover the differences between the show an
Sunrise on the Reaping | "It's Been a Long Time Coming"
“I was genuinely afraid…I might throw up from crying so hard.”It’s the one you’ve all been waiting for…everything for the past three months has led to this. We’re joined by very special guest Emma Skies to discuss the most anticipated release since we launched our podcast, Sunrise on the Reaping (2025!).We return to District 12 one more time to cover our initial thoughts and reactions, fan theorie
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Movie | "Rachel Zegler Defense Squad"
"Two things I love: you and cheating."We're back and rejoined by special guest and Ballad movie superfan Mara to cover the most recent movie in The Hunger Games series, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2023). Unlike the book episode, we're all on the same page with this one--it's a shockingly good adaptation and valued addition to the franchise. We discuss how this movie got made, changes from
The Scorch Trials | "Snooze Fest" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"There’s a lot of walking through the desert."Our patron-voted sequel episode for March is the sequel to The Maze Runner, James Dashner’s The Scorch Trials (2010). There are so many events in this book and yet.
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes | "Full Commitment to Evil"
"The takes are...catching fire."Things get a little contentious this week as we discuss and debate the most divisive book in the Hunger Games series, Suzanne Collins' surprise President Coriolanus Snow prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2020).Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform
The Mockingjay Movies | "Try Not to Say Mother Challenge"
"Hippie motto: Peace, love, and comfort."Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Camille are back to discuss the less-loved half of the original Hunger Games movie franchise, Mockingjay: Part 1 (2014), and Mockingjay: Part 2 (2015). Surfboards are awarded, wigs are discussed at length, and minds are maybe even changed. Then, we continue discussing the cultural impact of the story, including some comedic
The Fault in Our Stars Movie | "Indie Poppin' Off" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the new App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"Honestly, Gus gave me the creeps."We had a feeling you'd pick this one. Our patron-voted film episode for February is The Fault in Our Stars! We cover it all--the casting announcements, the park bench heis
Mockingjay | "Katniss and Snow Diva-Off"
"This one's for the Gale haters."We're wrapping up the original Hunger Games series with the controversial finale, Mockingjay (2010). Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Jared discuss their shifting views on the book, the cultural relevance and impact of the series, and the DRAMA of it all.The Hunger Games in Real Protests: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-asia-56289575https://www.cinemablend.com/n
The Hunger Games and Catching Fire Movies | "Tucci Gang"
"When we said the Hutcherssance, we were there. We were ready for it to take off."You asked for hot takes and boy, do you get them in this episode. Kellie, Daphne, and special guest and verified Hunger Games expert Camille sit down to discuss two of our favorite book-to-film adaptations of all time: The Hunger Games (2012) and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013). Daphne gives a presentati
The Elite | "The Worst Book Yet" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION**Note: to avoid the new App Store subscription fee, subscribe through the desktop site, NOT the app!**"We do more research for one episode of the podcast."Our patron-voted sequel episode for January is the sequel to The Selection, Kiera Cass' The Elite (2013). If the episode title didn't tip you off, we did
Catching Fire | "Greatest Sequel Ever Written"
"Let's fulfill our contractual obligation of getting married."We're continuing our Hunger Games extravaganza with one of the best sequels ever written--Catching Fire (2009). In this episode, Daphne and Kellie address the love triangle (Team Peeta all the way), fan theories, the crazy amount of prequel sideshadowing in this book, and THAT ending.Dr. Ally Louks, olfactory ethics expert: https://x.co
The Hunger Games | "Mommy's Favorite"
"Peeta and I would've been kissing in that cave and it would've been real."IT'S FINALLY HERE! We're starting the year with a bang by setting off on our greatest adventure yet--reading and watching the entire Hunger Games series in the lead-up to the release of Sunrise on the Reaping. In this episode, we go back to the very beginning, Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games (2008).Stephen King's review:
"Big Things Coming" | Year-End Wrap-Up!
“I love being a part of things.”We're looking back on our first year of podcasting and forward to the next, including a couple of exciting announcements. Kellie says y’all three times in the first thirty seconds. Then, we answer listener-submitted questions!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m
Let It Snow Movie | "Woke Christmas" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"They said, 'North Carolina? Eww.'"In this month's bonus episode, we discuss the 2019 Netflix adaptation of Let It Snow, which is very different from the book. The cast list is studded with medium-sized young stars, the jokes are largely misses, and the holiday pageant centerpiece is absolutely not talked ab
Let It Snow | "We Need to Talk About Shrek"
"...Just so you know what level of quirky we're operating at."Happy holidays! We're celebrating the season by reading Maureen Johnson, John Green, and Lauren Myracle's 2008 short story collection, Let It Snow: Three Holiday Romances, and trying not to be too grinchy about it. Topics covered span from the Netflix Christmas Universe and Piggy Smalls to an impassioned discussion about a story's gross
The 5th Wave | "Not Like Other Aliens"
"Food, water, shelter, and tampons."This week, Kellie and Daphne cover another YA dystopian staple: Rick Yancey's post-alien invasion novel The 5th Wave (2013). It's a supersized episode because we're rejoined by special guest and professional yapper Colin! We discuss aliens, hacking the mainframe, Gen Alpha slang, and blond adults, among many, many other topics.Here's one of the book teaser trail
The Unaired Selection Pilots | "Time Capsule" (Sneak Peek)
UNLOCK THE FULL EPISODE BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON AT PATREON.COM/REREADINGTHEREVOLUTION"The props department was bedazzling those backstage."Kellie, Daphne, and resident Selection expert Katie reunite to discuss BOTH unaired Selection pilots for CW. Between the uninspired 2012 pilot and truly incredible 2013 second attempt, they cover the full entertainment spectrum in just an hour. It's like
Fangirl | "A Weird Choice"
“Why was that a detail?"We’ve read a few contemporary books on this show, but none that made us self-reflect on the nature of hosting a fan podcast and experiencing the other side of fandom through our relationships with our listeners as much as Rainbow Rowell’s Fangirl (2013).Just kidding. This book is crazy! Daphne and Kellie recap the college coming-of-age story and talk fanfic, young love, and
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children | "Aura of Creepiness"
“This book is basically Citizen Kane.”Happy Halloween! We read Ransom Riggs’ fantastical 2013 novel/found photography collection, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, to celebrate. It’s not nearly as haunting as we remember—at least, not in terms of ghosts and ghouls. Plus, Kellie finally finished the Delirium series! Stick around until the end to hear her recap the final book of the trilo
The Darkest Minds | "Dominating the Post-Apocalyptic Walmart"
“You just wake up one day and you’re really good at math, and suddenly you’re being taken from your home.”We're back with another dystopian novel and this one is...actually good? Our hosts are rejoined by special guest Katie to discuss Alexandra Bracken’s The Darkest Minds (2012). As we hit the road with Ruby and company, Daphne and Katie tell Kellie about the series, Katie and Kellie teach Daphne
If I Stay | "Manic Pixie Dream Parents"
"Collapsed lung, ruptured spleen, internal bleeding, brain contusions, broken ribs, and leg and face abrasions requiring skin grafts."Kellie and Daphne deviate from their usual fare this week to discuss Gayle Forman's acclaimed novel, If I Stay (2009), a book that caused us physical reactions from heaving sobs to incapacitating laughter. Despite the somber subject matter, we still manage to have f
The Uglies Movie | "Ouroboros" (Bonus Episode!)
"Move a muscle, change a thought."Given the public's opinion on this movie, you're probably expecting us to rag on it for half an hour straight...but we like to keep you on your toes! We may be saying goodbye to this series for now, but the film proves that time is a flat circle, so who knows what's to come. Netflix, email us.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind
Specials | "A Very Special Episode"
“Scott, you have one move!”Daphne-la and Kellie-wa are wrapping up Scott Westerfeld’s Uglies with the final book in the main trilogy, Specials (2006). To put it into Tally’s words, this book is extremely random, but we do our best to find meaning within it and not sound like total bubbleheads. We’ll be back next week to talk about the movie!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for upd
The 100 | "The 100 Is Part of Who I Am"
“That seems to happen a lot in this genre.”Kellie, Daphne, and special guest Mara embark on a very exciting journey into the world of Kass Morgan’s The 100 (2013). We cover the book, CW series, fandom, controversies, and more in this episode in a manner befitting its high drama. Apologies (or you’re welcome, depending on who we ask) in advance for how often Lost comes up in this one…again.Follow u
The Maze Runner Movie | "Hot-Boy Henley" (Bonus Episode!)
“He had Teen Wolf hair and I couldn’t look past that.”Surprise! We return with another bonus episode, this time on the film adaptation of The Maze Runner (2014). We share behind-the-scenes details and our hot takes on this decade-old movie, as well as addressing the recent drama on our social media. You'll have to listen to find out what that’s about!Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevoluti
Pretties | "Shay? More Like Slay!"
“I don’t want to stop being pretty. Being pretty’s awesome!”It's a sequel episode! Kellie and Daphne return to Scott Westerfeld's trendsetting Uglies series to discuss Pretties (2005) in the wake of the upcoming Netflix adaptation. What great timing for us, right? It’s totally bubbly-making. Also included are our thoughts on the Uglies trailer, a Pandemonium recap, and Kellie learning the plot of
Matched | "Literally the Most Special Girl"
“Ky is SUCH a hot boy name.”We asked our Instagram followers what book we should read next and there was a clear winner—so keep that in mind as you hear our thoughts on Ally Condie’s Matched (2010). This book bravely explores the question, “What if the classic dystopian teen love triangle was pretty much the whole thing?” and we try our best to present nuanced takes on the subject material.Follow
The Fault in Our Stars | “A Cultural MOMENT”
“We might have to start a spin-off podcast where we just watch Willem Dafoe movies.”It’s our first contemporary novel, and we decided to go straight to the top. Arguably the most emblematic and decidedly the most successful book of its era, it’s John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars (2012). We laugh, reminisce on our youths, ponder human existence, and try not to cry throughout this very big episode
Uglies | "Looksmaxxing"
"I'm ugly and I'm proud!"Daphne and Kellie take on their most-requested book by far in this episode, where they are joined by special guest expert and friend of the pod, Hayley! You asked for it--it's Scott Westerfeld's Uglies (2005). We get into mid-aughts culture, the upcoming Netflix adaptation, and whether we'd rather be pretty or smart.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for upd
The Unaired Delirium Pilot | "Do I Dare Disturb the Universe?" (Bonus Episode!)
“Sheep are easier to spray paint.”In this bonus episode, Kellie and Daphne break down the Delirium pilot, which was filmed for Fox’s Fall 2013 lineup, but never went to series. You’ll see why.Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details!Delirium TikTok Part 1 Link: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPREBVa7M/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf
Vampire Academy | "The Age Thing"
“I don’t believe in banning books. But I think this book should be banned.”We’re not gonna lie. This one is bleak. Like, “We cut a whole plot point from the recording because the episode was already too dark” bleak. But don’t worry, there’s still plenty of fun to be had as we break down Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy (2007).Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and be
Delirium | "Sooooo Romantic"
"Her emotions are SO intense."Daphne and (a very congested) Kellie take on their first listener-requested read with Lauren Oliver's Delirium (2011)! This is a new book for both hosts, and we have hilariously different reactions to the material. Follow us on social media @rereadingtherevolution for updates and behind-the-scenes details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati
The Divergent Movies | "An Aversion to Wigs"
“The world has been covered in Cheeto dust!”Kellie and Daphne continue their break from our regularly scheduled programming to talk about the Divergent movies. Rants and tangents ensue. We also take a moment to discuss and respond to criticisms of Veronica Roth's 2018 post-Allegiant-epilogue epilogue short story, "We Can Be Mended." Plus, a very special announcement!Follow us on social media @rere
