Eragon And Back Again

Eragon And Back Again
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Two queer writers rediscover a childhood classic and embark on an epic journey through Christopher Paolini's Inheritance Cycle! This bi-weekly podcast is packed with thrilling adventure tales, valuable writing tips, and plenty of laughs while exploring the world of storytelling.

  1. FEB 11

    Ep. 70 - Eldest: Image of Perfection & The Obliterator

    He's got ghosts in his blood! Lucy and Darien suffer from serious secondhand embarrassment in Eldest chapter 42, "   Talking points include begging Eragon to please stop, learning some deep magic lore, clocking some early 2000s beauty biases, a mini anti-gen AI rant, and speculation on the extent of elven anatomical knowledge. Sparks of Inspiration  Darien greatly enjoyed Don Martin's Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire. Lucy is tackling her writing goals with the power of New Year's Revolutions! Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to our bonus episode about The Legend of Zelda and When Women Were Dragons by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 17m

  2. JAN 21

    Ep. 69 - Eldest: The Nature of Evil

    The Raz'ac are basically mosquitoes, right? Darien and Lucy discuss just one chapter with Eldest chapter 41, "The Nature of Evil.”   Talking points include this jerk Vanir,  Saphira having Eragon’s back, interrogating what is acceptable in war, never justifying one's own actions based off what someone else might do, magic lessons, evidence that the Twins were definitely traitors, and a very upsetting round of 20 Questions about the Raz'ac.  Sparks of Inspiration  Lucy was inspired to strive for immersive world building while visiting Disneyland! Darien loves all the characters in Love Through a Prism.  Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to our bonus episode about The Legend of Zelda and When Women Were Dragons by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 4m

  3. JAN 7

    Ep. 68 - Eldest: Resurgence, Why Do You Fight?, & Black Morning Glory

    Eragon, you're so sixteen… Lucy and Darien would like Eragon to chill out, please, in chapter 38, "Resurgence," chapter 39, “Why Do You Fight?” and chapter 40, “Black Morning Glory.”  Talking points include placement of dragon scales, lessons in meditation, Eragon getting knocked down a peg, and Saphira taking a turn on the Embarrass Yourself Ride before Eragon hopes right back on.  Content Warning: This episode contains description of excessive alcohol consumption. Sparks of Inspiration  Darien reminds everyone they should read Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series.  Lucy started reading Circe by Madeline Miller and she's having a great time! Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to our bonus episode about Quest for Camelot and When Women Were Dragons by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 9m

  4. 12/24/2025

    Ep. 67 - Eldest: A Maze of Opposition, Hanging by a Thread, & Elva

    It's all about lace. Darien and Lucy are so excited to spend time with Nasuada in chapter 35, “A Maze of Opposition,” chapter 36, “Hanging by a Thread,” and chapter 37, “Elva.” Talking points include Darien struggling to remember which British male fantasy writer to credit for a piece of writing advice, how to actually address crime in a community, Nasuada’s fear of magic, a brilliant solution to a complicated problem, and catching up with that baby Eragon accidentally cursed. Sparks of Inspiration  Lucy is inspired by an incredibly vivid dream Darien plugs The Dragons' Keep again and praises Kelly Barnhill’s When Women Were Dragons. Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to our bonus episode about Quest for Camelot and When Women Were Dragons by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 22m

  5. 12/10/2025

    Ep. 66 - Eldest: The Secret Lives of Ants & Under the Menoa Tree

    Saphira has a crush. Lucy and Darien have SEEN TOO MUCH in chapter 34, “The Secret Lives of Ants,” and chapter 35, “Under the Menoa Tree.” Talking points include Saphira being so basic by having a crush on her teacher, speculating on dragon genes and scale color genetics, reading way too much into Eragon having no one to teach him how to shave, Eragon being weirdly voyeuristic, Arya having destinations in mind, and an extensive lecture on why AI is bad, for real.  Sparks of Inspiration  Darien has FINALLY read This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone. It's as good as everyone says… Lucy appreciates the large cast and vibrant settings of Hades 2.  Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to our dragon bonus episodes by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 22m

  6. 11/26/2025

    Ep. 65 - Eldest: On the Crags of Tel'nae'r

    We need to stop describing disabled characters as “useless.” Darien and Lucy are joined by Cache the Dog in chapter 33, “On the Crags of Tel'nae'r.” Talking points include the relief of no longer being alone, the EABA commitment to disagree with canon we don't like, manifesting the Disney+ show, Orik being totally responsible actually, examining the reoccurring ableism in the text, a little bit of Brom backstory, and a very indignant Pomeranian Yorkie making his displeasure known in the background (we're sorry).  Sparks of Inspiration  Lucy enjoys the energy to dedicate to creative pursuits and crafting an improved character backstory. Darien loves Devin Elle Kurtz’s The Bakery Dragon and the Fairy Cake. Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to our bonus episode about The Bakery Dragon and the Fairy Cake by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 4m

  7. 11/12/2025

    Ep. 64 - Eldest: Conviction, Repercussions, & Exodus

    Peak Folk Hero Lucy and Darien are ready to answer the call in chapter 29, “Conviction,” chapter 30, “Repercussions,” and chapter 31, “Exodus.” Talking points include the cousins having different days, Roran’s growing resentment of Eragon, a study in character conviction, an incredible call to action, and a casual reminder of the political and moral stance of the hosts (with an invitation to find free entertainment elsewhere if needed). Sparks of Inspiration Darien recommends all makers read Every Tool's a Hammer: Life is What You Make It by Adam Savage  Lucy shouts out the interesting dragon lore in Emma Hamm’s Fire Heart Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to bonus episodes about The Legend of Zelda and Spirited Away by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 5m

  8. 10/29/2025

    Ep. 63 - Eldest: Queen Islanzadí & Out of the Past

    Arya’s secret is out!  Darien and Lucy discover some secrets of the elves Eldest chapter 27, “Queen Islanzadí,” and chapter 28, “Out of the Past.” Talking points include the big reveal, Arya being manipulated into forgiveness, Eragon’s ever-present crush, a new werecat friend, the weight of inheritance, Orik being a Grade-A friend, and ANOTHER DRAGON?! Sparks of Inspiration Lucy acknowledges the value of unwavering pettiness.  Darien sings the praises of Milicent Patrick and The Lady from the Black Lagoon by Mallory O'Meara Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eragon with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@EragonPod⁠⁠ or send an email to eragonpod@gmail.com (Here it is, Owen!!) Snag your own ⁠EABA merch!⁠ Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND listen to bonus episodes about The Legend of Zelda and Spirited Away by supporting the show on Patreon:  ⁠https://www.patreon.com/EABA Cover art by Luana Pastor No portion of this episode may be used for AI training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    1h 13m
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Two queer writers rediscover a childhood classic and embark on an epic journey through Christopher Paolini's Inheritance Cycle! This bi-weekly podcast is packed with thrilling adventure tales, valuable writing tips, and plenty of laughs while exploring the world of storytelling.

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  • Creator
    Eragon And Back Again
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
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    Explicit
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