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Episodes

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 10 - The After Party!

November 4, 2022 • 81 mins

Join guests Jonetta Kaiser and Kieron Moore, along with author Richelle Mead for a full recap of Vampire Academy season 1. From beloved couples to shocking deaths and laugh out loud moments, we chat about what could be next for your favorite characters.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 9 - Recapping Ascension

October 28, 2022 • 63 mins

The heart-pounding finale of Vampire Academy season 1 is here! We're going indepth with Richelle Mead on all the big moments, the most shocking twists, and who makes it to the end alive.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 8 - Recapping Darkness

October 21, 2022 • 71 mins

This week, Daniela Nieves and André Dae Kim join us to talk all about their character's star crossed love, fighting with *literal* fire, and just how extreme those costumes were!

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 7 - Recapping The Trials

October 14, 2022 • 80 mins

This week on the Vampire Academy Recap podcast, show creators Julie Plec and Marguerite MacIntyre chat with Richelle Mead for the first time. We break down the shocking moments of The Trials, including controversial alliances, romantic stumbles, and we ask your fan questions!

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 6 - Recapping Beyond the Wards

October 7, 2022 • 61 mins

This week on the recap of Peacock’s Vampire Academy, some relationships thrive...while other struggle to survive! Rose, Lissa, Dimitri, and Adrian go looking for answers, while Victor and Sonya face political challenges.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 5 - Molnija: Recapping Episode 6

September 30, 2022 • 68 mins

This week on Peacock's Vampire Academy, the Royal tour proves to be as dangerous as expected, and Rose and Dimitri get MUCH CLOSER! Join us on the podcast recap with our very special guests Sisi Stringer, Kieron Moore, and Richelle Mead.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 4 - Near Guard, Far Guard : Recapping Episode 5

September 23, 2022 • 51 mins

Near Guard, Far Guard took us on a journey, with swoony romantic moments followed by tragic betrayals with devastating consequences. Join Richelle Mead and Penguin Teen as we dry our tears and talk about the latest episode of Peacock's Vampire Academy book

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 3 - Welcome to St. Vladimir's Recapping Episodes 1–4

September 16, 2022 • 68 mins

The first four episodes of Peacock’s Vampire Academy series have officially released, and we have SO much to talk about! Join Penguin Teen and author Richelle Mead as we dive into the characters, the locations, the twists and turns - we’re going to cover it all.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 2 - Is it Getting Hot in Here?

September 9, 2022 • 44 mins

This week, we're looking back at the final three books in the Vampire Academy series, Blood Promise, Spirit Bound and Last Sacrifice and digging into all the revelations, stunning betrayals, and big series moments (SPOILERS!). We’ll also dive into just how dedicated Vampire Academy fans are and hear from some of you about YOUR experiences in the Vampire Academy family.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 1 - Back to the Beginning

September 2, 2022 • 64 mins

Join Vampire Academy author Richelle Mead and Team Penguin Teen for Episode 1 of a new limited season! We're going back to the start with a reread of Vampire Academy, Frostbite and Shadow Kiss and deep dive into favorite moments, characters and epic scenes. And we’re asking Richelle Mead ALL the must-know questions that readers are dying (undying?) to know!

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YA Icons: Kristin Cashore

January 27, 2021 • 40 mins

Step into the Graceling Realm! Join YA icon Kristin Cashore for an in depth conversation about her writing and her new book: Winterkeep!

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YA Icons: Sabaa Tahir - Part 2

November 24, 2020 • 36 mins

*SPOILERS!* Sabaa Tahir's iconic An Ember in the Ashes series is coming to an end and she's sharing her favorite scenes, character deep dives, and most heartbreaking moments with We Are YA. *SERIOUSLY, SO MANY SPOILERS!*

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YA Icons: Sabaa Tahir - Part 1

November 23, 2020 • 58 mins

Join Penguin Teen staffer Felicity for a conversation with YA legend Sabaa Tahir as her An Ember in the Ashes series comes to an epic finale in A Sky Beyond the Storm!

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Creepy Tales Episode #5: The Cabin

October 30, 2020 • 19 mins

Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! 🏚 Join authors Kate Alice Marshall, Lora Beth Johnson, Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Cabin.

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Creepy Tales Episode #4: The Jar

October 29, 2020 • 21 mins

Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! ☠ Join authors Natalie Mae, Katie Alender & Krystal Sutherland for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Jar.

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Creepy Tales Episode #3: The Woods

October 28, 2020 • 15 mins

Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! 🌲💀🌲 Join authors Ally Condie, Isabel Sterling & Sasha Laurens for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Woods.

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Creepy Tales Episode #2: The Snake

October 27, 2020 • 17 mins

Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! 🐍 Join authors Melissa de la Cruz, Kat Ellis & Nina LaCour for a terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration for The Snake.

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Creepy Tales Episode #1: The Staircase

October 26, 2020 • 24 mins

Happy Halloween from Penguin Teen! 🎃 Join authors David Arnold, Patrice Caldwell & Astrid Scholte for terrifying original short story and keep listening after the story to hear their inspiration.

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Bookish Creators: ezeekat

October 9, 2020 • 26 mins

Join Penguin Teen staffer James for a conversation with YA booktoker, Jaysen, from ezeekat!

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YA Icons: Ally Condie

October 8, 2020 • 21 mins

Join Penguin Teen staffer Felicity for a conversation with YA legend Ally Condie on the 10th anniversary of her iconic MATCHED series.

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Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 8 - Recapping Darkness

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 7 - Recapping The Trials

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 6 - Recapping Beyond the Wards

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 5 - Molnija: Recapping Episode 6

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 4 - Near Guard, Far Guard : Recapping Episode 5

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 3 - Welcome to St. Vladimir's Recapping Episodes 1–4

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 2 - Is it Getting Hot in Here?

Vampire Academy Recap Party: Episode 1 - Back to the Beginning

YA Icons: Kristin Cashore

YA Icons: Sabaa Tahir - Part 2

YA Icons: Sabaa Tahir - Part 1

Creepy Tales Episode #5: The Cabin

Creepy Tales Episode #4: The Jar

Creepy Tales Episode #3: The Woods

Creepy Tales Episode #2: The Snake

Creepy Tales Episode #1: The Staircase

Bookish Creators: ezeekat

YA Icons: Ally Condie

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