Fully-Booked: Literary Podcast

We kicked off the episode with a bit of weather banter, lamenting the lingering cold despite the arrival of spring. This lighthearted opening tied directly into our episode’s focus on "tricks" as we wrapped up our literary podcast April’s “Tricksters” theme. We reflected on the heavier topics from previous episodes, like the intense themes in Shutter Island, and decided to end the month on a lighter, playful note with a game.

As alw...

We begin the podcast with Meaghan and Arthur playfully addressing the confusion brought on by a long weekend and busy schedules, setting a casual and conversational tone for the episode. They remind listeners that this is the last week of their series focused on unreliable narrators, tricksters, and deceptive perspectives in storytelling.

They recap their previous episode, where they explored the various kinds of unreliable narrator...

It’s week two of April’s theme on Fully-Booked, and in today's literary podcast episode, we’re diving deep into the world of fools, tricksters, and - our main focus today - unreliable narrators.

Last week, we examined the mythological and folkloric origins of fools and tricksters - how these figures evolved and what they symbolized. This week, we’re exploring how those archetypes translate into literary devices, especially when it c...

We began this literary podcast episode by welcoming listeners into April with a playful nod to April Fool's Day. This theme paved the way for our new monthly focus: tricksters and fools in literature. Meaghan and Arthur introduced this concept by discussing how these characters appear in stories across the globe and throughout history.

We explored how tricksters often challenge societal norms through cleverness, mischief, and rule-b...

In this final installment of our March podcast villain series, we decided to end with a character who has been interpreted in more ways than almost any other: Count Dracula.

Meaghan and Arthur dove into this rich, multifaceted figure who has stood the test of time, appearing in literature, theater, film, television, comics, and even ballet. While Dracula is far from the first fictional villain, his enduring presence makes him one of...

We opened the episode with a continuation of our Villains Month coverage, diving into the more nuanced territory of morally gray characters. In this third week, we shifted from examining outright villains to exploring the blurred lines between villains and antiheroes.

While often confusing, this distinction can help deepen our understanding of literary characters and narrative structure. We discussed how selfish motives and chaotic ...

In this episode of the Fully-Booked Podcast, hosts Meaghan and Arthur continue their discussion of villains in literature, focusing on cases where a villain in an adaptation surpasses their literary counterpart. Building on last week's episode about what makes a great villain, they explore how actors, screenwriting, direction, and visual design can elevate a character beyond what was on the page.

Elements That Enhance Villains i...

In this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast, hosts Meaghan and Arthur welcome listeners to the first episode for March, humorously recalling Arthur's previous oversight of selecting a monthly theme. They introduce March’s new focus: villains in literature.

This represents a fresh topic compared to their usual monthly themes, particularly diverging from their frequent discussions on science fiction. The hosts also humorously recount ...

We are back with another episode of the Fully Booked podcast, and as February drags on, we find ourselves waiting for the winter snow to melt, just like everyone else in Eastern Canada. To shake off the seasonal gloom, we decided to treat ourselves to a movie!

Luckily, our timing was perfect because February 21, 2025, marked the release of The Monkey, a film adaptation of a Stephen King short story, directed by Osgood Perkins. Given...

We begin this discussion by welcoming our listeners to another episode of the Fully-Booked Podcast, where we delve into the spine-chilling realm of winter horror. As we reach the midpoint of February, the cold remains a dominant presence, and with that in mind, we decide to explore horror stories set in winter landscapes.

Winter horror is particularly effective in creating a sense of isolation and claustrophobia, trapping characters...

We open the episode with Meaghan and Arthur, the cheerful hosts of the Fully-Booked podcast, as they settle in for a lighthearted and unique take on their podcast theme. Meaghan introduces herself as she recovers from a cold, and both hosts acknowledge Valentine’s Day as the backdrop for this episode's release.

Instead of focusing on traditional romance books, they’ve deliberately decided to break away from Valentine's tropes, playf...

We begin this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast with Meaghan and Arthur, the enthusiastic hosts, setting a casual and relatable tone by discussing the challenges of February in Canada. They joke about the cold, the snow, and the dreariness of the month while expressing their gratitude for remote car starters.

To brighten the month, the hosts decide to explore fresh topics for the podcast, focusing on adult apocalyptic and post-apo...

In this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast, the hosts, Meaghan and Arthur, wrap up their month-long discussion on science fiction by delving into two early 2000s science fiction films: I, Robot (2004) and Minority Report (2002). While both films explore futuristic technology and its implications on society, they do so in fundamentally different ways. The hosts analyze their themes, effectiveness as adaptations, and how they compar...

We delve into the world of science fiction in the latest episode of the Fully-Booked podcast. The hosts, Meaghan and Arthur, express their excitement and curiosity about the genre, particularly focusing on its evolution and the rising popularity of "hard science fiction."

In the second week of Sci-Fi Month, the Fully-Booked hosts Meaghan and Arthur navigate a "fish out of water" experience for Meghan, who is less familiar with science fiction. Originally planned to discuss The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, they pivot to a newer release, The Wild Robot. This decision provides a fresh opportunity to explore a beloved modern story that blends sci-fi with emotional depth, making it accessible for bo...

In this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast, the hosts, Meaghan and Arthur, delve into a new chapter of the podcast. The audience is informed about Shirin's temporary departure due to her pregnancy as Shirin steps away to focus on her growing family, Arthur, co-producer of the Fully-Booked podcast, steps in to co-host alongside Meaghan. This change, while temporary, marks a significant shift in the dynamic of the show.

We begin the podcast with a reflective tone as Meaghan and Shereen close out the year and prepare for significant personal changes. Shereen announces that this is her last episode for the foreseeable future due to the imminent arrival of her first child. This milestone marks a shift for the show, with plans for a guest host to join Meaghan in upcoming episodes.

In this Fully-Booked podcast episode, hosted by Meghan and Shereen, delves into Vladimir Nabokov's controversial 1955 novel Lolita. This discussion is part of their "selfish December" series, where they explore topics of personal and cultural interest. Meghan’s recurring fascination with Lolita drives this deep dive into the novel’s complex themes, mischaracterizations, and its impact on modern media.

This December episode of the Fully-Booked podcast is one of those free-for-all episodes where we cover anything we like, without a specific theme. This week's discussion is about upcoming 2025 book adaptations we are excited for.