Tracing Lyra | A His Dark Materials & Book of Dust Podcast
Welcome to Tracing Lyra, the definitive podcast for every reader ready to journey deeper into Philip Pullman’s magnificent universe. We’re doing what no one else is: reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story—from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood—in true chronological order across The Book of Dust and His Dark Materials. We treat these novels as sacred texts, pouring over every chapter like a precious scroll. Join us as we read just one chapter per episode, filtering our discussion through a focused theme to uncover new revelations about the connections between our own world and Lyra’s. We’ll explore the depths of human connection, political regimes, and the nature of free will in the Anthropocene. Grab your favorite tea or go for a long walk and join your new friends, Asiya and Des, for a thoughtful conversation about the world you love. The compass is set. Let’s read between the lines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 18 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Lord Murderer, through the theme of purpose.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 17 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Pilgrims' Tower, through the theme of exchange.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it a...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 16 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The Pharmacy, through the theme of protection.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as...
On this episode, RJ Ingram joins Desmond to read chapter 15 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The Potting Shed, through the theme of chaos.
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About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood &...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 14 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Lady with Monkey, through the theme of surveillance.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 13 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The Bologna Instrument, through the theme of duty.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of i...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 12 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Alice Talks, through the theme of denial.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a we...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 11 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Three Legs, through the theme of expectations.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 10 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Lord Asriel, through the theme of imagination.
You can learn more about futures thinking and "mental time travel" by listening to Jane McGonigal's episode of The Interview.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adultho...
Asiya and Desmond, read chapter 9 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage through the theme of doubt.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a weekly book club, where we discuss...
Asiya and Desmond, read chapter 8 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The League of Saint Alexander, through the theme of fear.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a wee...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 7 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Too Soon, through the theme of security.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a week...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 6 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Glazing Springs, through the theme of confidence.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it ...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 5 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The Scholar, through the theme of trust.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a week...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 4 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Upsala, through the theme of mystery.
Trigger warning: This episode contains a discussion of sexual assault.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's tr...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 3 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, Lyra, through the theme of investigation.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a wee...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 2 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The Acorn, through the theme of bravery.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a week...
On this episode, Asiya and Desmond read chapter 1 of Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage, The Terrace Room, through the theme of innocence.
Trigger warning: This episode contains a brief mention of sexual assault.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Phil...
On this episode, the hosts, Asiya and Desmond, introduce themselves and discuss what you can expect to hear in upcoming episodes.
About the Podcast: Tracing Lyra is a podcast dedicated to reading the complete Lyra Silvertongue story — from her infancy at Godstow Priory to her courageous adulthood — in true chronological order across Philip Pullman's trilogies, His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust. Think of it as a wee...
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