Is This A Podcast? Or Is This Just Fantasy?
Join us, two life-long friends and avid fantasy readers, on a journey through some of the most beloved fantasy book series out there. Our weekly podcast is filled with a mix of attempted humor (admittedly sometimes poorly executed) and in-depth analysis. In each episode, we will dive into 5-7 chapters of a chosen book series, providing a detailed summary and insightful analysis of literary themes, writing style, world-building, races, and magic systems. Whether you’re a die-hard fantasy book lover or simply looking for a fun book club to join, we invite you to be our friend and join in on our discussion. So, grab your favorite reading spot and come along with us as we explore the enchanting worlds of fantasy literature together.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 73 minutes
- Episodes
- 64
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2024
S5E5 Murtagh: Keep Your Head Up
Dane and Jacqui discuss the nightmares they would inflict on their cult. Jax rips a scene straight out of Indiana Jones to describe the book's ending, while Dane muses whether Murtagh will visit his …
S5E4 Murtagh: All Nightmare Long
Dane and Jacqui discuss their dreams to see if they can analyze their meaning. Jax explains how she thinks Uvek is a prince, while Dane gets just a sip of revenge. This episode contains spoilers for …
S5E3 Murtagh: Sweet Dreams (Are NOT Made of This)
Dane and Jacqui discuss how they might have been in a dance cult together. Jax explains why the Dreamers wouldn’t be so bad if they added some blacklights and glow in the dark posters to the decor, a…
S5E2 Murtagh: Working for the Werecat
Dane and Jacqui discuss Murtaghs appreciation for well executed decor, even while doing a B and E. Jax explains why Esvar is peak golden retriever boyfriend, while Dane goes into great detail on the …
S5E1 Murtagh: Fork Him Gently
Dane and Jacqui discuss the emo teen to coffee shop hipster pipeline. Jax has a new take on the inheritance cycle, while Dane reminds us all Roran was also trained in magic. This episode contains spo…
S5 Murtagh: Trailer
Join us as we dive into Murtagh written by Christopher Paolini, set in The World of Eragon! The new season starts August 6th!
Bonus E3 The Fork, The Witch, and the Worm: The One With the Worm
Dane and Jacqui discuss, once again, their deep love for the Urgals. Jax dives deep into myth and legend, while Dane speculates about what Eragon's curriculum might be for a cursed witch baby. This e…
Bonus E2 The Fork, The Witch, and the Worm: You're a Witch Girl, and You've Gone Too Far
Dane and Jacqui are pumped to see their favorite cursed little witch baby this week. Jax dives deep into Angela's book tour, while Dane explores the safety and therapeutic value of sword training a m…
Bonus E1 The Fork, The Witch, and the Worm: We're Forking BACK, Baby!
Dane and Jacqui discuss Eragon's work-life balance. Jax gets the bulk of the work this week, and Dane gushes about his favorite emo Rider. This episode contains spoilers for the first story in The Fo…
Bonus TFTWTW Trailer
Join us as we dive into the The Fork, the Witch, and the Worm - a collection of short stories written by Christopher Paolini, set in The World of Eragon! The new season starts July 2nd!
Original Inheritance Bonus: We're All ANGST-Ed
Dane and Jacqui discuss their favorite moments, fantasy brackets, and the future of the show. Jax explains why she wants to make the werecats evil, while Dane brings up Marcus Tabor AGAIN. This episo…
S4E10 Inheritance: Teenage ANGST-Land (PART TWO)
In the second part of our last set of chapters in the Inheritance Cycle, Jacqui discusses the final themes in her last Analysis, and Dane rants, just a little, for his last Deep Dive and What Are The…
S4E10 Inheritance: Teenage ANGST-Land (PART ONE)
In the first part of our last set of chapters in the Inheritance Cycle, Dane and Jacqui discuss whether Arya is grooming Eragon. Also, Jax muses on rich people's magical uppers and Elva’s new career …
S4E9 Inheritance: But I'm a Creep
Dane and Jacqui discuss their hatred for Captain Edric, the benefits of cursed babies, and finally, have proof that Albreich is the lesser Horst son. Also, Jax explains how Galbatorix has theater dir…
S4E8 Inheritance: Don't Go Breaking My Hearts
Dane and Jacqui engage in a lengthy discussion about just how dumb they think Dark Orrin is. Also, Jax reflects on Bloodgarm catching up with his exes, while Dane compliments Gal's front door decor a…
S4E7 Inheritance: You Don't Know My Name
Dane and Jacqui discuss their imagined spirit quests and the super cool metal dragon-robot in the Vault of Souls. Dane elaborates on the significance of giant snails for self-discovery, while Jax exp…
S4E6 Inheritance: This is Ground Control to Eragon
Dane and Jacqui discuss the Bean Farmer to Astronaut pipeline. Also, Jax gives us the lowdown on feminism, and Dane discusses what version of Torn is playing when Murtagh is emo-ing all over the plac…
S4E5 Inheritance: God Save the Queen (President)
Dane and Jacqui discuss how Blödhgarm and Saphira shouldn’t be left in charge for too long. Jax becomes convinced that Thorn is a “knockoff” dragon, while Dane is outraged that this bean teen won't j…
S4E4 Inheritance: Hotel Dras-Leona
Dane and Jacqui delve into a lot of egg humor in this week's episode. Additionally, Jax lays into the idea that Eragon doesn’t stand a chance with Arya, while Dane shells out the many ways Helen, Jeo…
S4E3 Inheritance: Barge Over Troubled Water
Dane and Jacqui discuss whom they would marry and kill in Alagaësia. Also, Jax loses her mind over the finer points of barge engineering, and Dane defends Roran’s honor. This episode covers Chapters …