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. 6d ago ·  Bonus

    The Dragons' Keep UNLEASHED: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

    Some podcasts have mythology or true crime.  We have… Dragons! We're still on break, but we wanted to share something from The Dragons' Keep (before it was The Dragons' Keep) with our bonus episode about Lucy’s very favorite: How to Train Your Dragon!  Just the first film this month. The sequels and TV show spin-offs (might) come later. For now, we’re examining all the reasons this might be the greatest animated movie of all time.  Also, a brief Darien rant about live-action remakes represents an inherent disrespect of animation.  Full spoilers for How to Train Your Dragon (2010) and How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell, as well as moderate spoilers for How to Train Your Dragon 2. EABA will return for Brisingr on Wednesday, September 2! Help Lucy meet Toothless at Universal Epic Universe AND enjoy more 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 generative AI or large language models training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

    The Dragons' Keep UNLEASHED: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

  2. Jul 15

    Ep. 81 - Eldest Mail Bag Episode!!

    A fond farewell to a fan favorite. Darien and Lucy reflect on Eldest and celebrate being halfway through The Inheritance Cycle.  Talking points include the future of the podcast, the requirements for discussing Eragon (2006) on the pod, external factors that contribute to publishing success, Top 10 Anime Betrayals, Greek v. Tolkenian heroes, Eragon's protagonist powers, old fandom lore, and the trouble with “growing with the characters.” If you really need to hear us discuss the cursed Eragon movie, check out Fandom and Folklore: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Dd2FOs3gsZGymUmWFA5Hx Skip to 46:43 to avoid minor end of the series spoilers. Sparks of Inspiration  Oh my goodness, we forgot to do Sparks… Share your Sparks of Inspiration or your thoughts about Eldest 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 Reversal of the Heart 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 generative AI or large language models training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

  3. Jul 1

    Ep. 80 - Eldest: Convergence, Eldest, Inheritance, & Reunion (w/ Diego from Tears of Fire)

    Will we ever meet this red dragon? Diego returns to join Lucy and Darien for reunions and big reveals in Eldest chapter 68, “Convergence,” chapter 69, “Eldest,” chapter 70, “Inheritance,” and chapter 71, “Reunion.” Talking points include Roran being able to pull off all the one-liners, the most spectacular freefall, Murtagh’s dramatic return, Eragon not thinking about his supposedly dead friend for literally half the book, Roran’s big dramatic scene being in another POV, and embarrassing childhood confession, and what it means to be family. Content Warning: This episode contains mention of suicide, sexual violence, blood, violence, and death in relation to war.  Sparks of Inspiration  Diego is inspired by Kayla of https://twitch.tv/kaleisblue to write his own book! Darien was inspired (and made depressed) by Jennifer Saint's mythology retellings.  Lucy made an excellent breakthrough on her Geode! Explore The Last Dragon Chronicles with Diego at https://open.spotify.com/show/1s4lvy8Qdoz9ZK70YWYKX1?si=4oLlR7OkTJSK2cZJNC8mTw 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 Raya and the Last Dragon and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 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 generative AI or large language models training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

  4. Jun 17

    Ep. 79 - Eldest: Nar Garzhvog, Witches Brew, & The Storm Breaks

    Who do you call a monster? Darien and Lucy dive into the endgame in Eldest chapter 65, “Nar Garzhvog,” chapter 66, “Witches Brew,” and chapter 67, “The Storm Breaks.”  Talking points include Paolini challenging the idea of monstrousness in fantasy, Nasuada being an incredible leader, the tools we can equip to never see people as things, Angela living up to her reputation as a witch, what it looks like when a Rider goes to war, and a mysterious threat coming up the river.  Content Warning: This episode contains mention of blood, violence, and death in relation to war.  Sparks of Inspiration  Lucy commissioned some very good art of her D&D character.  Darien is devastated by the quality of The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow. 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 Raya and the Last Dragon and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 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 generative AI or large language models training purposes or to create derivative works without express written permission from the creators and co-hosts Lucy Hart and Darien Smartt.

  5. Jun 4

    Ep. 78 - Eldest: To Aberon, The Burning Plains, & The Clouds of War

    Why is a raven like a writing desk? Lucy and Darien get the band back together in Eldest chapter 62, “To Aberon,” chapter 63, “The Burning Plains,” and chapter 64, “The Clouds of War.”  Talking points include fandom attempts to solve an unanswered riddle, the recent trend of mentioning Eragon's unknown father, a very cool setting for a final battle, Eragon showing off his new powers, a hug that didn't happen, clocking Eragon's continued nonsense regarding Arya, ANGELA OUR LOVE, and the hosts cementing themselves as Trianna Defenders.  Sparks of Inspiration  Darien reflects on all the places that inspired her during her European vacation.Lucy was inspired by her favorite streamer to start playing Pokémon Leaf Green! 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 Raya and the Last Dragon and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 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.

  6. May 27

    Ep. 77 - Eldest: The Maw of the Ocean & Running the Boar's Eye

    Eat your heart out, Odysseus. Lucy and Darien find their sea legs in Eldest chapter 60, “The Maw of the Ocean,” and chapter 61, “Running the Boar's Eye.” Talking points include appreciating the map at the front of the book, Roran busting out a folk hero speech, celebrating the shared strength of the people of Carvahall, and navigating a big, f*ck off whirlpool. Sparks of Inspiration  Lucy jump-scares Darien by committing to read the graphic novel adaptation of Maximum Ride by James Patterson. Darien is very proud of her Geode that is doing an Warhammer: 40K episode for her Warhammer: AOS podcast (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tEI5YpI2fuoKy1hZbhcTc?si=tSF86YIVQyqu-OFCy1pFgQ) 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 Raya and the Last Dragon and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 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.

  7. May 13

    Ep. 76 - Eldest: Red Blade, White Blade, Visions Near and Far, & Gifts

    Learning about atheism. Darien and Lucy have more thoughts about elves in Eldest chapter 57, “Red Blade, White Blade,” chapter 58, “Visions Near and Far,” and chapter 59, “Gifts.” Talking points include bidding a (not-so) fond farewell to “Eragon woke” chapter openers, Arya going back to work, not tolerating Eragon trying to shirk responsibility for his actions, the culmination of the Elves Are The Best plot, new magic theory, Eragon catching up on the other POV plots, questioning the rule logic of scrying, and some sweet presents. Sparks of Inspiration  Darien celebrates a Geode of recording a bunch of podcast stuff before leaving the country. Lucy shouts out Darien for inspiring her to finish a puzzle! 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 Raya and the Last Dragon and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 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.

  8. Apr 29

    Ep. 75 - Eldest: Child's Play & Premonitions of War

    An assassination attempt! Lucy and Darien enjoy the last Nasuada POVs in Eldest chapter 55, “Child’s Play,” and chapter 56, "Premonitions of War.” Talking points include Trianna’s stock increasing, dozens of deaths Nasuada should have need aware of, Darien protesting the use of three O names, Elva being oh so creepy, and the value of lace. Sparks of Inspiration  Lucy was inspired to avoid doom scrolling by working out inside. Darien appreciates Focus Friend for helping her avoid doom scrolling.  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 Flamecraft and Raya and the Last Dragon 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.

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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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    Eragon And Back Again
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    85
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    Explicit
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