Illiterate

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Every Friday, we uncover the hidden creative process behind media adaptations. Everything comes from something. Why this now?

12/30/2022

Avatar | the mythological origins of the Na'vi world

Another one! It’s been a while, but James Cameron is back with even more. What is he basing all this off of, and what took so long? Is the Na’vi language real, and why are the aliens blue? Let’s get some answers! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: video, Avatar The Way of Water making-of article, the 45 page doc of Jim Cameron’s Avatar influences video, Cameron’s first short film Xenogenesis graph, color spectrum for sci-fi interfaces over time website, the Na’vi language and grammar rules Other similar episodes to check out…Stan Lee & Marvel, Black Panther, Game of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings (part 2), Predator (part 1), Halo, Dune

36 min
12/23/2022

Christmas Double Feature | Hallmark Movies & Die Hard

Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: happiest season trailer // 3 min interview with hallmark programming vp // 39 min history of hallmark // article classic hallmark card commercial // 2 min every hallmark movie ever parody // 4 min die hard parody trailer // 2 min the writer’s take on if it’s a christmas film // 4 min review of the predecessor film “the detective” // article the original posters without bruce willis on it // article the history of the writing process // article

1h 10m
12/16/2022

Pinnochio | how the wooden boy is more than Disney

We break down the origin of the tale, and get into the first Italian film version. What is the point of the story in the first place? Can there be more than one? Let’s learn! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: behind the scenes video, Pinnochio article, the original Italian Pinnochio film full film, Pinnochio in Outer Space art, Gris Grimly’s drawings for the new film Other similar episodes to check out…Nightmare Alley, Cabinet of Curiosities, A Christmas Carol, The Green Knight, Who Framed Roger Rabbit

33 min
12/09/2022

A Christmas Carol | what Dickens did for the holiday

Another adaptation of the beloved story in “Spirited” - but what makes it so great after all these years? Did Dickens invent our modern Christmas festivities? And who was the real Tiny Tim? Let’s go! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: trailer, Spirited (2022) article, the real Tiny Tim Other similar episodes to check out…Hallmark Movies, Die Hard, The Princess Bride, Harry Potter (pt 1), Halloween Special, Frozen

37 min
12/02/2022

Wednesday (The Addams Family) | how the spooky family got its start

We’re talking about the creator Charles Addams, the jump from comics to film, and what the heck makes this different from the Munsters! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: trailer, Wednesday (2022) video, Addams Family pinball machine photo, the downhill skier comic strip video, Vic Mizzy’s Spiderman 2 blooper song Other similar episodes to check out…Shrek (part 1), Minions, Being the Ricardos, Fear Street, Lovecraft Country, Hansel and Gretel
11/18/2022

Black Panther | the origins of T’Challa and Wakanda

Let’s take a stroll through the development of the Black Panther character, what elements had to change for this new film, and some real-world influences on the country of Wakanda! Content Correction: Lesotho should be pronounced like “Luh-SOO-TOO”. Apologies! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: trailer, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever article, history of Black Panther film attempts video, Epic Rap Battle: Mansa Musa v Jeff Bezos article, AkonCity Other similar episodes to check out…Stan Lee, Justice League, Batman (part 1), Marvel’s What If?, Judas and the Black Messiah, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Da 5 Bloods

32 min
11/11/2022

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story | becoming the musical parody guy

It’s a biopic about Weird Al - but as with all his work, it’s not what you think. How’d this film come to be, and what’s the process behind the legend’s four decade career? And also: Mozart made a parody song? Come learn! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: trailer, Weird: The Al Yankovic story fake trailer, Funny or Die Weird Al Biopic clip, Daniel Radcliffe singing the Elements Song clip, Weird Al on Oprah in the 1980’s clip, Mozart’s Musical Joke composition Other similar episodes to check out…Nicholas Cage, Minions, Top Gun, Ghostbusters, Pam and Tommy, Shrek (part 2), Scream

39 min
11/04/2022

All Quiet on the Western Front | how a WW1 story becomes about WW2

The new film is epic and affecting, but what’s the story behind the original book and film? What’s been changed, and how did history overtake the with a true story in the lead-up to World War 2? It’s all happening in real-time: let’s learn! Evan and Taylor’s projects: videos, go watch Evan’s film work sign up, Taylor’s weekly newsletter Contact: illiteratepod@gmail.com, email us @illiteratepod, reach out on instagram Extras: trailer, 2022 film trailer, 1930 film article, on the original book’s creation Other similar episodes to check out…Jojo Rabbit, Da 5 Bloods, Harriet, The Plot Against America, Animal Farm, Catch-22

29 min

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Betcha didn't know that!

Find out the surprising literary basis for our current news, movies, and pop culture with Evan and Taylor, every Friday. Illiterate is the only book podcast that skips straight to the good parts. email us any questions, comments, or curse words - illiterate@email.com follow for silly memes on instagram - @illiteratepod go to the website for more shows - www.podcastgod.net

02/28/2019

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Become the Well Read Person you don’t have the time to be

03/22/2019

emilyeditor

I always hated being the person in the room afraid to chime into a conversation about a classic I haven’t read for fear of the inevitable “HOW HAVE YOU NOT READ IT” moment. This podcast perfectly recaps the book, while also giving niche jumping off points. I no longer have to end a conversation because I can’t relate a moment to a book I haven’t read.
Fast, fun and fascinating.

02/28/2019

Auggiehesch

I got a sneak preview of this podcast last week and I can tell you that it's worth a listen. Thorough without dragging on and entertaining without being trivial, it's perfect for people who like culture podcasts, but don't like listening to hosts crack jokes for 40 minutes before getting to the goods. 9/9 would recommend.
Literal lols

03/14/2018

raewilliamsmith

I just drive home and literally laughed out loud an embarrassing amount. Simultaneously informative and hilarious, this will definitely be going to the top of my podcast feed.

Every Friday, we uncover the hidden creative process behind media adaptations. Everything comes from something. Why this now?

Creator

podcastgod
Years Active

2018 - 2022
Episodes

199
Rating

Clean
Show Website

Illiterate

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Performing Arts

Series

Illiterate

Avatar | the mythological origins of the Na'vi world

Christmas Double Feature | Hallmark Movies & Die Hard

Pinnochio | how the wooden boy is more than Disney

A Christmas Carol | what Dickens did for the holiday

Wednesday (The Addams Family) | how the spooky family got its start

Black Panther | the origins of T’Challa and Wakanda

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story | becoming the musical parody guy

All Quiet on the Western Front | how a WW1 story becomes about WW2

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Avatar | the mythological origins of the Na'vi world

Christmas Double Feature | Hallmark Movies & Die Hard

Pinnochio | how the wooden boy is more than Disney

A Christmas Carol | what Dickens did for the holiday

Wednesday (The Addams Family) | how the spooky family got its start

Black Panther | the origins of T’Challa and Wakanda

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story | becoming the musical parody guy

All Quiet on the Western Front | how a WW1 story becomes about WW2

Trailer

Betcha didn't know that!

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Become the Well Read Person you don’t have the time to be

Fast, fun and fascinating.

Literal lols

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