Dear Fantasy Reader
Welcome to Dear Fantasy Reader! Described by listeners as “a deep dive book club with your besties,” this podcast offers everything from meticulous analysis and wild theories to heartwarming fangirl moments, all centered around the beloved Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros.
Hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly lead listeners on an unforgettable journey through every chapter, character, and clue, exploring easter eggs, intricate foreshadowing, compelling lore, and fan-favorite theories that make fantasy stories utterly captivating!
🌩️ CURRENT SEASON 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive
Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into Rebecca Yarros' gripping fantasy, Onyx Storm! Each episode includes chapter recaps, in-depth analysis, character check-ins, and discussions enriched by transformative insights from Yarros herself. Whether uncovering hidden meanings in epigraphs, revealing easter eggs, or sparring over bold predictions, this season is your perfect companion for exploring the Empyrean series.
📖 COMPLETED SEASON 2: Onyx Storm Prep
Countdown to the release of Onyx Storm with prep episodes! Recap Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, explore the biggest theories and burning questions, and dive into Rebecca Yarros’ insightful pre-release interviews—all designed to build excitement for the latest thrilling installment of the Empyrean series.
🔥 COMPLETED SEASON 1: Fourth Wing Through the Lens of Iron Flame
Experience Fourth Wing in a new light with chapter-by-chapter breakdowns, unpacking how Iron Flame reshaped everything you thought you knew. With fangirl enthusiasm, detailed foreshadowing analyses, signet speculations, and over 30 hours of binge-worthy content, it's the ultimate guide for Empyrean fans and the perfect cure for your Onyx Storm hangover!
Whether you crave elaborate theories, insightful analyses, or simply swooning over shadow daddies, Dear Fantasy Reader is a must-listen podcast for fantasy lovers eager to dive deeper into the magic!
✨ Subscribe now and take flight through the pages everyone can’t stop talking about!
New episodes every Thursday!
Latest episodes
Sep 17, 2024 • 48min
Ep. 9 Fourth Wing Deep Dive (WITH IRON FLAME CONTEXT): Ch. 20 & 21 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 20 & 21 of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! In this episode, Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before taking flight into key moments, foreshadowing, & theories! Then, they stop by the Healer’s Quadrant for a temperature check on characters, favorite moments, and standout quotes, before wrapping up with their overarching questions! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* **Please note that the next set of chapters we will cover are 22 & 23!** 00:00 Intro 01:08 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 03:14 Discussion, Foreshadowing, & Theories 41:15 Healer’s Quadrant Temp Check 43:47 Favorite Moments & Quotes 46:28 Questions & Analysis **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A: Xaden Mind Reading Clip - https://www.tiktok.com/@enchantamor/video/7409379631368899872?_r=1&_t=8pMd3CWIr4l Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 1 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 2 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409355560664976683 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 3 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 4 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7410385396829408542?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7390228916935656991 Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (Wednesday early access on Patreon)!
Sep 12, 2024 • 30min
Fourth Wing NEW XADEN POV PREDICTIONS
Join squad mates Hannah and Karen as they take flight into the world of the Empyrean, using their signets of precognition to discuss the highly anticipated release of a brand new Xaden POV chapter of Fourth Wing- out on September 17th, 2024! What pivotal moments will we experience through Xaden's eyes? (SPOILER ALERT) How will his signets unfold on the page? They explore potential limitations, share their hopes, and express their excitement for the upcoming release. Finally, they reveal their top 3 most-wanted chapters and the one they’re absolutely convinced will be featured! What chapter do you most hope to see? Share with us in the comments, on Discord, via email—wherever you prefer! All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame 00:00 Welcome & Intro 03:47 Xaden POV: What We Hope to See 10:43 Possible Limitations 13:45 Our #3 Most-Wanted Chapter 16:38 Our #2 Most-Wanted Chapter 20:54 Our #1 Most-Wanted Chapter 25:45 The New Chapter We Think We’ll Get from Xaden’s POV **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: ORDER LINK: NEW Paperback Edition of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros W/ NEW XADEN POV- https://amzn.to/4cQdjvr PREVIOUS XADEN POV BONUS CHAPTERS 9 & 16 FREE: https://www.rebeccayarros.com/fourth-wing-bonus-chapters/ Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A: Xaden Mind Reading Clip - https://www.tiktok.com/@enchantamor/video/7409379631368899872?_r=1&_t=8pMd3CWIr4l Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Tuesdays!
Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 30min
Ep. 8 Fourth Wing Deep Dive (WITH IRON FLAME CONTEXT): Ch. 17-19 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 17-19 of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before diving into discussion and analysis of key moments, featuring transformative insights from Rebecca Yarros’ Q&As and Iron Flame. They stop by the Healer’s Quadrant for a temperature check on characters, favorite moments, and standout quotes, before heading over to the Archives for an Epigraph Analysis. Finally, they take flight, exploring foreshadowing, theories, and overarching questions on all things Empyrean! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* 00:00 Intro 01:38 Rebecca Yarros Archives 02:10 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 06:03 Discussion & Analysis 49:02 Healer’s Quadrant Temp Check 50:28 Favorite Moments & Quotes 52:44 Scribe Quadrant: Epigraph Analysis 01:01:04 Foreshadowing 01:11:02 Overarching Questions 01:19:05 Theories **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: NEW PAPERBACK EDITION: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros W/ NEW XADEN POV- https://amzn.to/4cQdjvr Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A: Xaden Mind Reading Clip - https://www.tiktok.com/@enchantamor/video/7409379631368899872?_r=1&_t=8pMd3CWIr4l Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 1 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 2 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409355560664976683 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 3 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 4 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7410385396829408542?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7390228916935656991 VARIETY INTERVIEW: ‘Fourth Wing’ Author Rebecca Yarros Answers 28 Burning Questions About Sequel ‘Iron Flame,’ Talks Amazon TV Series - https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/iron-flame-spoilers-rebecca-yarros-fourth-wing-tv-series-interview-1235781877/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0fR-gk_7QavyhKES7qZjOXQsfFkNBuNoZIRgKVvDXUQZ20SJBJ7fON2Js_aem_XMZh3GAIKk17SlRycWuzBA (Distance wielding) Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ Xaden POV Fourth Wing Fanfic by belle_beebee (53:23) - https://archiveofourown.org/works/48857872?view_full_work=true DRAGON EGGSHELL THEORY by disaster_prone on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@disaster_prone/photo/7403437058838105386 Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available a day early on Patreon)!
Sep 4, 2024 • 14min
OUR ERAS TOUR EXPERIENCE | Bookish Swiftie Fangirls
Join us for some fangirling, laughter, and a whole lot of love for Taylor Swift! 💖 In this bonus episode, we’re sharing all the magical, serendipitous moments from Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour in London—front row barricade! 🎤✨ We dive into how Taylor has been the soundtrack to our lives and friendship, and how all of the dominoes cascaded in a line before and during our show. After queuing for 16 hours overnight on the streets of London (yes, we really did that for Taylor!), it felt like all the stars aligned when Taylor looked right at us and smiled (two different times— & no, we’re never, ever, ever getting over it!). From the surprise songs that brought us to tears and left us with fried vocal cords, to the Eras that have shaped our lives, we’re reliving every special moment. Plus, this episode features photos and videos from the experience of our wildest dreams—so you can relive the magic with us (link to watch on YouTube below)! ✨ Don’t say we didn’t, say we didn’t warn ya—this episode will have you feeling all the post-Eras feels! For those of you discovering our podcast through this video, welcome! We’re Hannah and Karen, two best friends who dive deep into the pages of our favorite Romantasy novels. We’re currently exploring The Empyrean Series: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros— unpacking easter eggs, theories, foreshadowing, and more. Follow us down the Swiftie to Empyrean girlie pipeline and stay, stay, stay for all the fun! 💖✨ 00:00 Intro 00:52 Becoming BFFs Through Taylor Swift 04:47 Telling Taylor “THANK YOU” & Her Reaction 06:08 Taylor Smiling at Us 09:25 Surprise Songs Want more? Check out our Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through The Lens of Iron Flame, Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep, & our current Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive, here on Dear Fantasy Reader Podcast! DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Video of Taylor’s Reaction To “THANK YOU” - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405953162928016670 Another Angle of Taylor’s Reaction To Hannah - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7406489184959008031 Our Reactions to DBATC x GETAWAY CAR - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405730393598512414 Our Reactions to Florida!!! - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405368805020405022 Full Florida!!! Performance - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405349594604784927 Our Recap Right After The Show Ended - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405348223310679326 BTS Q&A About Camping/Queuing Overnight - https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405196731769425183 Other Content of Our Eras Experience: https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405255789679594783 https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7405255818163113246 https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7406013443674803487 https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7406790770256055582 https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmichelle13/video/7407879393583861022 Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod // @hannahmichelle13 @karentravelstheglobe TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod // @hannahmichelle13 YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Tuesdays!
Sep 3, 2024 • 2h 51min
Ep. 7 Fourth Wing Deep Dive: Ch. 13-16 + Xaden’s POV Bonus Chapter 16 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 13-16 + 16 Xaden’s POV of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before diving into the discussion and analysis section on key moments, featuring transformative insights from Rebecca Yarros’ Q&As and Iron Flame. They then visit the Scribe Quadrant for an Epigraph Analysis before heading to the Healer’s Quadrant for a temperature check on the characters, favorite moments, and standout quotes. Finally, they take flight, exploring foreshadowing, theories, and overarching questions on all things Empyrean! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* 00:00 Intro 04:31 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 09:34 Discussion & Analysis 01:52:57 Scribe Quadrant: Epigraph Analysis 01:59:25 Healer’s Quadrant Temp Check 02:04:21 Favorite Moments & Quotes 02:07:09 Foreshadowing & Theories 02:32:13 Overarching Questions **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: NEW PAPERBACK EDITION: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros W/ NEW XADEN POV- https://amzn.to/4cQdjvr Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A: Xaden Mind Reading Clip - https://www.tiktok.com/@enchantamor/video/7409379631368899872?_r=1&_t=8pMd3CWIr4l Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 1 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 2 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409355560664976683 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 3 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7409383225719524651 Rebecca Yarros LONDON Q&A @thelibraryofsophie PART 4 - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibraryofsophie/video/7410385396829408542?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7390228916935656991 Hearing the Unheard II: Lost in Translation – Fantasy’s Gaelic Mirage by Jess Flack - https://www.thecambridgelanguagecollective.com/current-affairs/hearing-the-unheard-ii-lost-in-translation-fantasys-gaelic-miragenbsp#:~:text=Yarros received the heaviest criticism,which is spoken in Ireland. THRESHING: The Empyrean Wiki - https://the-empyrean-series.fandom.com/wiki/Threshing Xaden POV Fourth Wing Fanfic by belle_beebee - https://archiveofourown.org/works/48857872?view_full_work=true ANDARNA 3D PRINTED (SOLD OUT): LINK TO ETSY SHOP - https://www.etsy.com/shop/FullMoonDragons Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Tumblr post by skyfallscotland - https://www.tumblr.com/skyfallscotland/753990864857120768/ok-so-rebecca-did-a-one-hour-panel-today-in-sydney Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Reddit post by mamasuebs - https://www.reddit.com/r/fourthwing/comments/1dmo02p/rebecca_yarros_panel_summary/ Entertainment Weekly: Author Rebecca Yarros on 'Iron Flame,' 'Fourth Wing' and The Empyrean Series - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_Lm56IVaNw FAVORITE TAIRN FANART art_bymelanie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/Cv2dmT2MKQm/?img_index=1 artworks_by_rokii on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/Csv5LFvLirl/ buy.the.books on Instagram - ****https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy59pX3utrX/ (That looks like ankles AND elbows- right??) FAVORITE ANDARNA FANART art_bymelanie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/CyayIRDIUPZ/ FAVORITE SGAEYL FANART artworks_by_rokii on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/CtRTz9ort0e/ Xaden, Violet & Dragons FANART by artworks_by_rokii on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/C9HutiBRpYJ/?img_index=1 Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available a day early on Patreon)!
Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 14min
Ep. 6 Fourth Wing Deep Dive (WITH IRON FLAME CONTEXT): Ch.10-12 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 10-12 of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before crossing the gauntlet into the discussion and analysis section: key moments, foreshadowing, & transformative insights from Iron Flame! Then they stop by the Healer’s Quadrant for a temperature check on the characters, favorite moments, and quotes. Finally, they take flight, exploring overarching questions and theories on all things Empyrean! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* 00:00 Intro 02:07 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 05:53 Discussion & Analysis 01:02:09 Healer’s Quadrant Temp Check 01:05:09 Favorite Moments & Quotes 01:06:57 Overarching Questions 01:08:30 Theories **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Gauntlet Synopsis: Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ Gauntlet Video Visual: Tristan Tales on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTNT5BgYv/ Gauntlet 2d Visual: Persimmon-Organic on Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/fourthwing/s/BWE4IN1YDe Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Tumblr post by skyfallscotland - https://www.tumblr.com/skyfallscotland/753990864857120768/ok-so-rebecca-did-a-one-hour-panel-today-in-sydney Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Reddit post by mamasuebs -https://www.reddit.com/r/fourthwing/comments/1dmo02p/rebecca_yarros_panel_summary/ Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available one day early on Patreon)!
Aug 20, 2024 • 52min
Ep. 5 Fourth Wing Deep Dive: Ch. 9 + Xaden’s POV Bonus Ch. 9 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapter 9 (Violet’s Version) & 9 (Xaden’s Version) of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! In this episode, Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before taking flight into key moments, foreshadowing, questions, & theories! They conclude with a trip to the Healer’s Quadrant, discussing favorite characters, quotes, & moments! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame * 00:00 Intro 02:20 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 03:50 Discussion, Foreshadowing, & Theories 04:24 Rebecca Yarros Archives: Xaden POV 06:50 Epigraph Explained 46:38 Healer’s Quadrant: Favorite Quotes & Moments **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Xaden POV Bonus Chapters 9 & 16 FREE - https://www.rebeccayarros.com/fourth-wing-bonus-chapters/ Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Tumblr post by skyfallscotland - https://www.tumblr.com/skyfallscotland/753990864857120768/ok-so-rebecca-did-a-one-hour-panel-today-in-sydney Rebecca Yarros Sydney Panel: Reddit post by mamasuebs -https://www.reddit.com/r/fourthwing/comments/1dmo02p/rebecca_yarros_panel_summary/ Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available one day early on Patreon)!
Aug 13, 2024 • 2h 31min
Ep. 4 Fourth Wing Deep Dive (WITH CONTEXT FROM IRON FLAME): Ch. 5-8 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into chapters 5-8 of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame! In this episode, Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before taking flight into key moments, foreshadowing, & theories! They wrap up by exploring overarching and lingering questions about all things Empyrean! * All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame * 00:00 Intro 04:20 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 08:48 Discussion, Foreshadowing, & Theories 02:19:35 Epigraphs Explained 02:26:44 Questions & Analysis * Oops- we skipped our Healer’s Quadrant/favorite moments this episode * **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Rebecca Yarros History Major (10:25): Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ Xaden POV Fourth Wing Fanfic by belle_beebee (53:23) - https://archiveofourown.org/works/48857872?view_full_work=true The Empyrean Series Wiki “Canon Timeline” (59:06) - https://the-empyrean-series.fandom.com/wiki/Canon_Timeline Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available one day early on Patreon)!
Aug 9, 2024 • 2h 7min
Ep. 3 Fourth Wing Deep Dive (WITH IRON FLAME CONTEXT): Ch. 1-4 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, as they dive into the first four chapters of Fourth Wing, re-experiencing the story through the lens of Iron Flame. Hannah and Karen begin with a ‘Scribe Report’ (chapter summary) before crossing the parapet into the Rider’s Quadrant for a deep dive into key moments, enriched with transformative insights from Iron Flame. They then stop by the Healer’s Quadrant for a temperature check on the characters, favorite moments, and quotes. Finally, they take flight, exploring foreshadowing, theories, and lingering questions about all things Empyrean! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* 00:00 Intro 01:26 Scribe Report (Chapter summary) 12:02 Discussion & Analysis 36:06 Entering the Rider’s Quadrant: Parapet 01:21:01 Healer’s Quadrant Temp Check 01:24:18 Favorite Moments & Quotes 01:28:20 Foreshadowing & Theories 01:54:08 Questions & Analysis **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Fly Or Die: The Ableist Narrative of Toxic Perseverance - https://geeking-by.net/ableist-narrative-of-toxic-perseverance/ Power “outlets” (00:47:28) & When Jack Turned (00:47:28) Entertainment Weekly: Author Rebecca Yarros on 'Iron Flame,' 'Fourth Wing' and The Empyrean Series - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_Lm56IVaNw Xaden “loving” Violet before meeting her (01:04:05) & Venin (02:03:20): Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ “Girls Bathroom” Dress Swap TikTok (01:22:50) - https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTN4PBEKt/ Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader Website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available a day early on Patreon)!
Jul 30, 2024 • 24min
Ep. 2 Groundwork: Fourth Wing DEEP DIVE Through The Lens of Iron Flame | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments
Your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Karen, lay the groundwork for their in-depth exploration of the first book in the Empyrean series, Fourth Wing. They discuss their plans for analyzing it through the lens of the second book, Iron Flame. Discover what makes a reread of Fourth Wing an entirely different experience, including foreshadowing and Easter eggs, newly revealed signet abilities, and fresh insights from Rebecca Yarros' social media and interviews. Hannah and Karen also share the format for the upcoming chapter-by-chapter episodes and outline the key questions they will be asking as they reread and re-experience Fourth Wing with you! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame* ** Please note that the audio issue in this episode has been fixed for all future episodes ** 00:00 Intro 01:22 Laying the Groundwork for Analyzing Fourth Wing with Iron Flame 06:12 Overarching Questions & Significant Signets 16:43 The Importance of Epigraphs 20:04 Major Plot Changes **Please note that ads may affect the timestamps by a few minutes** Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Storm Prep • Season 3: Onyx Storm Deep Dive • Season 4: Dear Fantasy Author — our ongoing author interview series featuring your favorite romantasy writers! • Follow us on Instagram @dearfantasyreaderpod to see who we’re interviewing next! • Season 5: The Overflowing TBR — our ongoing collection of bonus book chats, reactions, wild theories, and anything that doesn’t fit into a formal season but absolutely deserve their moment. • & MORE TO COME! Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader website for more info: https://www.dearfantasyreader.com DEAR FANTASY READER POD MERCH: https://dear-fantasy-reader-podcast.printify.me/ SUPPORT US ON PATREON—AD-FREE & FULL VIDEO EPISODES & MORE: http://patreon.com/dearfantasyreaderpodcast JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/9pcd3jBTVK ARCHIVES: Rebecca Yarros Panel at Emerald City Comic Con 2024- Easter eggs & Epigraphs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0yTEZBtpVQ Follow along: Instagram: @dearfantasyreaderpod TikTok: @dearfantasyreaderpod YouTube: @dearfantasyreaderpod Threads: @dearfantasyreaderpod Email us your favorite Empyrean theories & insights: dearfantasyreaderpod@gmail.com Visit the Dear Fantasy Reader Website: www.dearfantasyreader.com Don't forget to share this podcast with all of your Empyrean friends! New episodes on Thursdays (available early on Patreon)!
