Shelf Awareness

Antea Garo and Dasha Morris

In this conversational podcast, we will be discussing everything and anything related to books, movies, artworks, music, poetry, essays, and more. We will be delving into the themes and significance of various works in order to be more "shelf" aware of humanity and the world we live in. All discussions are opinion-based. We are not experts, but we are enthusiasts and hopefully, after listening to our podcast, you will be too. Disclaimer: In certain episodes, we do discuss sensitive themes. If that is the case, there will be disclaimers and/or resources in the episode description.

  1. 28/06/2022

    Episode 18: Stupid Y/A Book Series From Our Youth

    In this light-hearted episode of the Shelf Awareness podcast, we discuss why two Y/A book series from our youth (Twilight and The Mortal Instruments) are incredibly problematic and seemingly absurd. Tune in for some second hand embarrassment, unfortunate nostalgia, and uncomfortable laughs.

    41 min

  2. 07/03/2022

    Episode 17: "Where the Crawdad's Sing" Novel

    In this episode, we analyze Delia Owen's contemporary novel Where the Crawdad's Sing (which we both love!). We discuss the aspects of the books that caught our attention, the heartbreaking coming-of-age story and the murder mystery element, and also how the descriptions of the natural world in this novel are absolutely stunning. Stay tuned!

    31 min
  3. Episode 16: Our Personal Guide to Transitioning into College

    27/12/2021

    Episode 16: Our Personal Guide to Transitioning into College

    In today’s episode, we will be talking about our different college experiences. We are basing our discussion on a 4-minute YouTube video called “My College Transition” filmed by Emery Bergmann. The link to the video can be found below, we highly recommend you watch it before listening to the podcast. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAUcoadqRlE&t=187s

    49 min
  4. Episode 15: "The Bell Jar" Part 2, An In Depth Look Into Esther Greenwood

    06/11/2021

    Episode 15: "The Bell Jar" Part 2, An In Depth Look Into Esther Greenwood

    In this episode, we will be continuing our discussion of Sylvia Plath's first and only novel "The Bell Jar" and we will be conducting a character analysis of the protagonist Esther Greenwood, a nuanced and oftentimes relatable individual.  Disclaimer: In this episode, we will be discussing difficult subjects like depression and suicide. If these topics are disturbing, please consider not listening to this episode and prioritizing your mental health. Please know that you are not alone in this.  Resources: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines https://afsp.org/suicide-prevention-resources https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#Crisis-hotlines

    34 min

  5. 11/08/2021

    Episode 14: "The Bell Jar" Part 1, Themes and Symbols

    In this episode, we will be discussing the themes and symbols in Sylvia Plath's first and only novel "The Bell Jar." Stay tuned!  Disclaimer: In this episode, we will be discussing difficult subjects like depression and suicide. If these topics are disturbing, please consider not listening to this episode and prioritizing your mental health. Please know that you are not alone in this.  Resources: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines https://afsp.org/suicide-prevention-resources https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#Crisis-hotlines

    31 min

  6. 17/06/2021

    Episode 13: Olivia Rodrigo's Album "SOUR"

    An album review of Olivia Rodrigo's debut "SOUR" (which we love). Stay tuned!

    31 min

  7. 28/05/2021

    Episode 12: Is America (and the World) Obsessed with Censorship? Ridiculous Book Bans, Part 2

    In this episode, we discuss banned book in the US and other places around the world, the reasons why they were banned, and our own personal impressions about the merit these books hold.  Disclaimer: There are spoilers in this episode about several different works, and sensitive topics are being discussed. Here are the time stamps and warnings in regards to each work. Listener discretion is advised.  1) "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell, 1:24 - 9:58 (Warning: Discussions of derogatory language) 2) "Leaves of Grass" by Walt Witman, 9:59 - 13:34 3) "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 13:35 - 20:54 4) "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, 20:55 - 28:11 (Warning: Discussions of sexual assault and derogatory language)

    29 min

  8. 17/04/2021

    Episode 11: WAR IS PEACE. FREEDOM IS SLAVERY. IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH, An Analysis of "1984"

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Shelf Awareness Podcast! In this episode, we will be analyzing one of our favorite books, "1984" by George Orwell. In our analysis, we talk about the dystopian world created by the mysterious, totalitarian leader Big Brother and how the trends narrated in this book closely paralleled actual totalitarian, communist societies in the late 20th century.

    29 min
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In this conversational podcast, we will be discussing everything and anything related to books, movies, artworks, music, poetry, essays, and more. We will be delving into the themes and significance of various works in order to be more "shelf" aware of humanity and the world we live in. All discussions are opinion-based. We are not experts, but we are enthusiasts and hopefully, after listening to our podcast, you will be too. Disclaimer: In certain episodes, we do discuss sensitive themes. If that is the case, there will be disclaimers and/or resources in the episode description.

Information

  • Creator
    Antea Garo and Dasha Morris
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Antea Garo and Dasha Morris
  • Show Website
    Shelf Awareness