186 episodes

Hello there! We are your hosts, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie and this is A Court of Fandoms and Exploration: A Podcast.
Every Monday, we discuss the epic highs and lows of YA literature, fantasy/sci-fi, and the tv shows (old and new) that made us the slightly-damaged young millennials we are today. Experience the life-altering realizations and unresolved trauma that only YA and sci-fi/fantasy can soothe as we explore the worlds of Sarah J. Maas in Prythian, Crescent City, and Erilea, and head over to Sunnydale, Elfhame and more!
Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) and on our TikToks!
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A Court of Fandoms and Exploration - A Podcast‪.‬ Laura Marie and Jessica Marie

    • Arts

Hello there! We are your hosts, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie and this is A Court of Fandoms and Exploration: A Podcast.
Every Monday, we discuss the epic highs and lows of YA literature, fantasy/sci-fi, and the tv shows (old and new) that made us the slightly-damaged young millennials we are today. Experience the life-altering realizations and unresolved trauma that only YA and sci-fi/fantasy can soothe as we explore the worlds of Sarah J. Maas in Prythian, Crescent City, and Erilea, and head over to Sunnydale, Elfhame and more!
Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe, leave a 5 star review, and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) and on our TikToks!
TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura?)
ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica?)

    167. Jessica's Genre: "You undersold it."

    167. Jessica's Genre: "You undersold it."

    ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Jessica's Genre: "You undersold it."


    Sometimes one birthday a year just doesn't cut it. Sometimes those half birthdays really hit hard. And sometimes on ACOFAE those half birthdays mean a little something new and different. Sometimes. This week is our very own Jessica Marie's half birthday and to celebrate he,r, ACOFAE is reading a book in one of her other preferred genres: ROMANCE! That's right everyone we are tackling straight up romance in Jessica's episode and it is a delight. Choosing the book perfectly, Jessica Marie and Laura Marie are able to have discussions about the book, but also about the setting and logistics! You know how we love logistics! What follows is a delightful light-hearted conversation that shows the love of fandom.


    Always meet your idols.


    TW / CW: none to our awareness
    For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/


    Spoilers: Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon


    Mentions: Teen Wolf, The Originals, The Magicians, Twilight, Supernatural, Lord of the Rings, Bridgerton, Boiler Room, The Vampire Diaries, Doctor Who


    *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!


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    (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)


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    @ACOFAEpodcast
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    • 1 hr 16 min
    166. And I Darken: "Souls and thrones are irreconcilable."

    166. And I Darken: "Souls and thrones are irreconcilable."

    ACOFAE Podcast Presents: And I Darken: "Souls and thrones are irreconcilable."


    History huh? What happens to Laura Marie and Jessica Marie when they both go into a book blind and only one of them has a background in the subject matter? What's that thing that happens when you assume again? ACOFAE is diving into And I Darken and come out the other side with a better knowledge about themselves and history. Truly bless wikipedia. Lada is our Female MC and she is one for the ages. Frothing with daddy issues and a love for her country, Lada takes us on a journey of the Ottoman Empire religiously and geographically and even personally through her relationship with Mehmet. Family ties, duty to the empire, duty to religion, and honoring your true self are the order of the day and it takes everything from everyone to follow them.


    TW / CW: please see author's tags
    For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/


    Spoilers: And I Darken


    Mentions: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow), HOSAB (House of Sky and Breath), The Cruel Prince, Shadow and Bones


    *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!


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    ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
    (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)


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    @ACOFAEpodcast
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    @ACOFAELaura
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    • 1 hr 36 min
    165. So Let Them Burn: "Dragons, dragon school, dragon ROBOTS!"

    165. So Let Them Burn: "Dragons, dragon school, dragon ROBOTS!"

    ACOFAE Podcast Presents: So Let Them Burn: "Dragons, dragon school, dragon ROBOTS!"


    In a weird little coincidence, ACOFAE has read a few robot books in a row and they've all been pretty awesome. So imagine the surprise when Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discovered that not only were there dragons in this book, but there are also pilots who operate dragon robots! The joy was intense to say the least. Then throw in sisters, one of which can talk to the gods?! ACOFAE was all in. The war is over and peace reigns supreme. Or does it. The gods allow a girl to continue to use their power with no consequences. Or do they? Old enemies slowly becoming the best of friends? Or do they?! No really, there's all this plus dragon school classes, worldwide politics, and someone sinister underneath it all. Something for everyone!


    TW / CW: please see author's tags
    For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/


    Spoilers: So Let Them Burn


    Mentions: Fourth Wing, The Black Witch Chronicles, The Book of Azrael, Legendborn, Supernatural, Star Wars


    *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!


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    • 1 hr 27 min
    164. Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love: "Stop listening to us and go read this!"

    164. Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love: "Stop listening to us and go read this!"

    ACOFAE Podcast Presents: DMATMOOBIL: "Stop listening to us and go read this!"


    Happy Birthday Draco! ACOFAE is thrilled to celebrate their favorite Slytherin by covering the best Romantic Comedy ever written. No really. It is the best. Hermione is on the verge of a breakthrough that could change the lives for a huge portion of the magical population and Draco is the lazy but deadly Auror assigned to protect her. What follows is a series of adventures where bums are admired, nuns are cursed, and of course our favorites fall in love. DMATMOOBIL is a delicious romp that takes us to Hogwarts, Malfoy Manner and The Savoy as well as far flung locations across the globe and even Cambridge. Join ACOFAE as they try and fail to not kick their feet and giggle at the story that makes you laugh out loud say "awww" almost constantly. There's nothing wrong with a little joy.


    "Tell your cat I said pspspspspsppss" xoxo


    SITES MENTIONED:
    IsThisSelfCare - https://archiveofourown.org/works/34500952
    Meems_ToAnEnd Reads - https://open.spotify.com/show/72u5R7WTZYicIzDblFW2KH


    TW / CW: please see author's tags
    For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/


    Spoilers: Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love (DMATMOOBIL)


    Mentions: Manacled, Breath Mints/Battle Scars, The Mummy


    *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!


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    (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)


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    • 1 hr 42 min
    SPECIAL EPISODE 016: Our new friend, Christina!

    SPECIAL EPISODE 016: Our new friend, Christina!

    ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 016: Our new friend, Christina!


    ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast debut YA fantasy author Christina Bacilieri to talk about her release The Last Refuge! Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Christina as they discuss taking the dream to reality and how living authentically can show us who we truly are. ACOFAE and Christina break down the writing process and how inspiration can come from anywhere all while exploring the some of the best tropes like forced proximity, found family, and a tournament! Magic is being regulated and the world is dying but the stirrings of a revolution are in the air as we journey with Kiera and her friends into the would of Etabon and The Last Refuge.


    Follow Christina Bacilieri!
    Instagram: @ChristinaBacilieri
    https://www.instagram.com/christinabacilieri/


    TikTok: @ChristinaBacilieriauthor
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    https://www.christinabacilieri.com/


    TW / CW: none to our awareness
    For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/


    Spoilers: none to our awareness


    Mentions: The Last Refuge, The Vampire Diaries, The Chronicles of Narnia, Pretty Little Liars, Twister


    *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!


    TikTok:
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    ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
    (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)


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    @ACOFAELaura
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    • 59 min
    SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Sara!

    SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Sara!

    ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Sara!


    ACOFAE welcomes New York Times Bestselling author Sara Wolf to the podcast to discuss the latest release Heavenbreaker! Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Sara talk about all the things including full spoilers (there's a timestamp so you can skip spoilers if you want!) but also discuss the incredible world-building included in Heavenbreaker, the research and writing process and the fundamental question: do you like space? In a time where science fiction might not be the juggernaut it used to be, Heavenbreaker makes the case for it's return with the human realities of power, greed, and religion set against the backdrop of space and...jousting? We love a good juxtaposition.
    Spoilers starts at 30:00 and ends at 51:00


    Follow Sara Wolf!
    Instagram: @AuthorSaraWolf
    https://www.instagram.com/authorsarawolf/?hl=en


    Twitter: @Sara_Wolf1
    https://x.com/Sara_Wolf1?mx=2


    TW / CW: none to our awareness
    For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/


    Spoilers: Heavenbreaker(Spoilers starts at 30:00 and ends at 51:00)


    Mentions: Harry Potter, Twilight, A Knight's Tale, Pacific Rim


    *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!


    TikTok:
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    ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
    (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)


    Instagram:
    @ACOFAEpodcast
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    @ACOFAELaura
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    • 59 min

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