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Overdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen’s books: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time.
Episodes
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Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 4min
Ep 620 - The Sea of Monsters (Percy Jackson and the Olympians #2), by Rick Riordan
In this episode, the hosts discuss 'The Sea of Monsters' in the Percy Jackson series, its comparison to other popular book series, and the failed film and upcoming Disney+ adaptation. They highlight the theme of friendship and introduce new characters. The chapter also explores complicated relationships, reflections on Terminator models, encounters with skill and kribdus, and the expansion of the series with new characters and generational trauma.

Nov 13, 2023 • 55min
Ep 619 - The Stranger, by Albert Camus
Mssr. Merseault only likes a few things, unfortunately he must live his life doing plenty of other things for people he doesn't particularly care about. Such is the story of this seminal work of 20th-century fiction and absurdist philosophy. Join us as we grapple with an indifferent universe (and a compelling translation by Matthew Ward).Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Advertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 10, 2023 • 1h 2min
Ep 618 - A Night in the Lonesome October, by Roger Zelazny (Bonus Episode)
What if a dog was your POV character? What if that dog's owner was JACK THE RIPPER? What if there was a game but you didn't know who was playing? All of these questions and more get asked in our Spooktober bonus episode.To join us for future bonus recordings, head to patreon.com/overduepod.Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Advertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 6, 2023 • 2h 41min
Ep 617 - Fourth Wing, by Rebecca Yarros (w/ Heaving Bosoms!)
We joined Melody and Sabrina for episode 300 of Heaving Bosoms, where we all chatted about the made-to-order, big-on-TikTok, new-adult romantasy that is Rebecca Yarros' Fourth Wing. (It may be about the fourth wing, but it's the first of a planned five books).Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Advertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 3, 2023 • 35min
Stop! Homer Time: The Iliad - Episode 0
Join the hosts as they dive into the world of Homer's The Iliad through Emily Wilson's translation. Explore the complexities of the Trojan War myth, unravel the emotional depth of characters, and discuss the challenges of translating ancient texts while maintaining their essence. Get ready for a unique perspective on this classic epic!

Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 8min
Ep 616 - The Exorcist, by William Peter Blatty
Based on the hit film--just kidding. Blatty's novel was swiftly turned into a landmark film adaptation just a few years after its release. And it's easy to see why: hauntings, sad priests, the patriarchy's fears about the social mobility of women. People couldn't get enough of that stuff. So let's dive in and hope we don't get possessed!Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Advertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
Ep 615 - Moon of the Crusted Snow, by Waubgeshig Rice
A podcast discusses the book 'Moon of the Crusted Snow' by Waubgeshig Rice, focusing on the post-apocalyptic genre and cultural apocalypse. They explore themes, reviews, character work, power dynamics, and conflict in the book. The hosts also discuss their fears and anticipation during the spooky month of Spooktobra and promote their website and upcoming book.

Oct 16, 2023 • 1h 5min
Ep 614 - The Daughter of Doctor Moreau, by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
What if H.G. Well's classic tale of humanimals created by a mad scientist were recontextualized in southeast Mexico? Would you find yourself saying that the Yucatan is less an island and more of a peninsula? Sure, you might say that - but why waste time on pedantry when you can engage with Moreno-Garcia's themes of colonialism, paternalism, and class conflict! Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Advertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 9, 2023 • 53min
Ep 613 - The Island of Doctor Moreau, by H.G. Wells
If you've ever done surgery on a dog to make it more like a guy, only to set it loose in the wilderness and gradually watch it shift back into being a dog, maybe you'll have some sympathy for Doctor Moreau. Otherwise it's pretty hard to get fully onboard with his whole badly-make-animals-into-people gambit. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Advertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 52min
Ep 612 - Cackle, by Rachel Harrison (w/ Natasha from UNspoiled!)
Guest Natasha from UNspoiled! joins the hosts to discuss the book 'Cackle' by Rachel Harrison. They also talk about their relationship with spiders, a delightful thriller/horror book they recently listened to, forming opinions about books through discussion, the influence of the web metaphor, book bans in America, dynamics of relationships and personal growth, creepy encounters at Sophie's house, resistance to change, the importance of community and balance, and Annie's experience of different perspectives.


