Help Help We're Being Repressed!
Join Lucia and Ameera Wilson each week for discussions about story in all its various forms, but primarily books and movies. The podcast is presented by Canon Press.
Episodes
Backrooms was Good... Until It Wasn't
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Join Lucia and Ameera Wilson as they review The Backrooms. The girls discuss what makes The Backrooms a good movie and why it failed halfway through. They also discuss what they would have done if they found The Backrooms, and what should have happened.
"Aliens" is Not a Movie Idea (Disclosure Day Review)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this episode of Help Help We’re Being Repressed! Ameera and Lucia Wilson discuss Spielberg’s newest film: Disclosure Day. Join them as they discuss why ‘Aliens exists’ is not a good enough storyline, and why an Academy Award-winning director still has off days.
Lit Roundup: Which Should You Read?
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.In this episode, Ameera and Lucia Wilson go through Ameera’s senior reading list and discuss which books you should read and which ones can go back on the shelf.
Interstellar the Overhyped
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this episode of Help Help We’re Being Repressed, Lucia and Ameera Wilson are joined by Seamus Wilson to discuss Interstellar. The three evaluate based on Technical Value, Response Value, Emotion Value, and Objective Value. Does Interstellar actually tell a good story, or is it just a shallow mov
An Honest Review of Avatar (2009)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this episode, of Help Help We’re Being Repressed! Lucia and Ameera Wilson break down James Cameron’s Avatar. For a movie with such a high budget, did it tell a good story? What messages were they trying to push? What makes Jake Sully not a main character?
The Problem with #BookTok
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this episode of Help Help We’re Being Repressed! Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss BookTok. What is BookTok? Why is BookTok all Smut? What does it say about its readers? and a mini-game: 11-year-old Lucia or a BookTok New York Times Best Seller? Can middle-school Lucia write better than an NYT bes
Redemption Stories & Moral Lessons from Anime
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss for the second time the topic of Anime. Why are the stories so captivating? How does it compare to western media? What lessons can we learn from it? Tune in to see what they have to say in this Anime Part 2 episode!
How Education Shapes Story Engagement
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.With Ameera out for the week, Lucia is joined by her friends Ruthie and Maggie to discuss how education has shaped the way they engage with stories.
The Real Message of Animal Farm
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this book club episode of Help Help, Ameera and Lucia Wilson discuss the 1945 Classic Animal Farm by George Orwell and what message he was sending. Was it just anti-communism, or is there more to what Orwell was writing? How to use analogy correctly?
The Most Polarized Genre: Dystopia
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this episode of Help Help, Ameera and Lucia Wilson break down the world of dystopian and apocalyptic fiction: what works, what doesn’t, and why so many of these stories miss the mark. What makes a great dystopian novel? Why do so many feel low-tier? And what do they really say about our world?
Is Magic in Fiction Sinful? Ft. Rory Wilson
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson, along with their older brother Rory, discuss magic in fiction. How should Christians think about it? Tune in to find out!
Project Hail Mary Review
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson review Project Hail Mary. Was it worth the watch? Tune in to find out!
"A Fantastic Book for All Ages" The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.It's officially Book Club! Did you read the book for discussion? Lucia and Ameera Wilson break down another of their favorites - The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents. Find out why this book about intelligent rats is a MUST READ!
Pixar’s Hoppers Review
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson took time out of their precious Sunday to watch Hoppers. After almost two hours of complete garbage, the two sisters decided to make a podcast about what they witnessed. During the episode, you’ll hear nine major problems they had with the new Pixar film. Tune in to find out
Anime Worth Watching?
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss the topic of Anime. Why is it so polarizing? How does it compare to western animation? Should we be cautious with Anime? And to finish things off, their top 5 Anime recommendations.
5 Dude Movies Every Girl Must Watch
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss their 5 favorite dude movies that don't lack an ounce of masculinity. What makes these movies so appealing? Why should girls not shy away from watching? Tune in to find out!
A Wholesome New RomCom? (Solo Mio)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson skipped Wuthering Heights to catch the wholesome rom-com Solo Mio instead. What made it appealing? What did it lack? And is it worth rushing to the theater to see it right now?
Tune in to hear their thoughts—and find out where they didn’t quite agree.
What happened to Pixar? (Lessons from WALL-E)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Is Pixar still as good as it used to be? Lucia and Ameera Wilson revisit one of their all-time favorite Pixar films, WALL-E, and explore why they believe it surpasses many of Pixar’s recent releases. What exactly does WALL-E do so well? And what might newer films like Inside Out 2 and Elemental be
Need a Change of Pace from 'Serious' Reading?
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.It's officially Book Club! Did you read the book for discussion? Lucia and Ameera Wilson break down one of their favorite books - Leave it to Psmith. Find out why this ALL TIME comedy is a MUST READ!
Not Your Typical Alien Movie, Arrival
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss one of their favorite sci-fi films, Arrival, sharing the three reasons it stood out to them. Are their any other films like this one?
Why These Fan Favorites Miss the Mark
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.In one of their most highly requested episodes yet, Lucia and Ameera Wilson share their thoughts on Over the Garden Wall and Avatar: The Last Airbender.
Book Club: The Long Goodbye
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Book of the Month is here! Join Ameera and Lucia Wilson as they discuss “The Long Goodbye” by Raymond Chandler. The two discuss how his Detective character compares to others, including some anti-heroes.
Next Month, Ameera and Lucia will be discussing "Leave it to Smith" by P.G. Wodehouse, so get
Personal Gratitude and Superhero Morality
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.On this Episode of Help Help, Lucia Wilson is joined by her father and author Nate Wilson. To talk about how writers and readers play into over-fantastizing stories, and how to be inspired by your own story. Then discuss how superhero stories combat morality.
From Austen to Zombies: Pride & Prejudice Review
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss everything Pride and Prejudice — from Jane Austen’s original novel to more obscure adaptations like Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Join them as they explore different versions of the story and share their thoughts on whether Keira Knightley’s adaptation does the cl
Hilarious Fantasy Author (Wrote 70 Books!) | Help Help We're Being Repressed!
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson dive headfirst into the wonderfully chaotic world of Terry Pratchett. They break down their favorite books, explore why his humor is in a league of its own, and explain how his worldview affects his writing. Pratchett’s books are some of the most thought-provoking and enter
This animal novel is actually good? Watership Down Review
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson review Watership Down. They discuss all the most engaging content of the book. From fascist rabbits to a prophetic bunny, this story is not like any other.
Christmas Movies Part 2 / Seamus Wilson
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson are joined by their brother Seamus to discuss some more popular holiday classics. Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Is A Christmas Story worth the watch? Tune in to see what the Wilsons think!
Movie Review: Phantom of the Opera
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson reunite in-person to talk about one of the most popular musicals, and what message it sends to it’s viewers
Christmas Movies, Part One
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson shift into Christmas gear to discuss some of the most popular holiday classics. From older favorites like Home Alone to newer hits like 8-Bit Christmas, they explore what makes these movies stand out during the holiday season.
40+ Comedy Movies in One Episode
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson talk about their favorite comedy movies from when they were growing up. From funny kids’ movies to classic comedies for adults (with filters, of course), they go through more than 40 of their favorites. Which ones made the list? Tune in to find out!
This Movie Hates Masculinity
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson dive into why some movies are worse than others. To truly appreciate what is good, we must recognize what is harmful. They explain why Dead Poets Society contributes very little to, well… society. Tune in to hear the girls break it all down.
The Best (and Worst) Sherlocks Ever
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson dive into the many adaptations of Sherlock Holmes — from Robert Downey Jr.’s action-driven detective to Benedict Cumberbatch’s sophisticated genius. Together, they explore why Sherlock Holmes remains one of the most enduring characters in fiction.
Can AI Catch Feelings? TRON: Ares Review
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson review Tron: Ares, the latest installment in the Tron franchise. Was it worth the wait? How does it compare to Tron: Legacy? They dive into everything they loved, hated, and whether Ares pushes the franchise forward. Tune in to see what they think!
Where Scary Movies Go Wrong
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera dive into the world of scary movies — what they get wrong, what they get right, and what truly makes a film scary. They explore the clichés, the cheap tricks, and the rare moments that actually leave a lasting impact. Should we even be watching horror in the first place? Is there a
What Makes a Good Villain? (or a Bad One)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.What separates great villains from terrible ones? Lucia and Ameera are back to tell you. From Satan himself to Tai Lung, they’ll break down what makes villains work (and fail) in the stories we love.
How to Analyze Stories
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera are back to teach you how to analyze stories by forming good habits. Follow along as they give you the tools you need to be more than a consumer when participating with the media.
Are These Movies Actually Feminist?
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson are back with a new setup to talk about feminism in fiction, girlbosses, and the myth of the “perfect” life. Plus, a list of real girl-bosses in films that you should watch.
Doug Wilson on Novels, Satire, and P. G. Wodehouse
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia Wilson sits down with her grandpa, the “illustrious” Douglas Wilson, to chat about writing novels, good metaphors, satire, and rounded characters. Plus, a look at which authors have influenced Doug the most.
Childhood Movies That Stuck With Us
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson, along with their brothers Rory and Seamus, take a nostalgic dive into the most iconic, underrated, and obscure movies from their childhood.
8 Things Women Should Stop Doing
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson uncover 8 overlooked feminine sins from My Dear Hemlock and give insight on how to avoid being swept over by underlying temptations.
Which of These Rom-Coms Are Manipulating You?
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss why you should be suspicious of Rom-Coms and how women allow themselves to be tricked by chick-flicks.
Life Lessons From Miyazaki Movies | (S1 E8)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera Wilson discuss their top Miyazaki Films, touching on what sets the Japanese film director's work apart from so much animation. They also list their favorite Miyazaki character arcs and what we should learn from them.
Why “The Sad Part” of The Movie Matters | (S1 E7)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.In this episode of Help Help We're Being Repressed, Lucia and Ameera Wilson tackle the question, "What is the Right Kind of Sad?" They ask some questions of their own too: Which films use sadness well? Which films are too lazy to? And which films actively manipulate the emotions of their viewers?
4 Things You Shouldn't Read (And 5 Things You Should) | (S1 E6)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Do you need something to read? Lucia and Ameera Wilson talk about several books/authors that they do NOT recommend, and then go on to reveal their favorite picks for adult fiction. Along the way they discuss what really makes a book bad (even when it's written well).
Live Action Fever | (S1 E5)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera compare Lilo and Stitch (2025) to its 2002 counterpart. They also go into the issue with live action remakes of animated films and discuss the pitfalls of adaptations.
We Recommend These Middlegrade Books | (S1 E4)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera take you on a tour through all their favorite middle grade level books.
Lucia's Picks:Mysterious Benedict SocietyBark of the Bog OwlThe False PrinceThe Girl Who Drank The MoonThicketyThe Girl Who Circumnavigated FairylandFablehaven13 ClockHolesThe ThiefCity of EmberMister MaxAmazi
This is Episode Three | (S1 E3)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Lucia and Ameera talk about demons and fast cars.
Help Help We're Being Repressed! is presented by Canon Press.
Episode 2: There Is No Episode 1 | (S1 E2)
IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.Welcome to Help Help We're Being Repressed! with Lucia and Ameera Wilson. This is the first episode, in which their father, ND Wilson joins them for a conversation about book-to-movie adaptations. But before long a debate about the difficulty of writing female characters well takes over.
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