Sunday, March 21, 2021

Daemons Discuss - Podcast: Interview | A Chat with Jane Tranter

Jane Tranter rides shotgun, and navigates us through the world of television production.

Bonus - A Discovery of Witches - A Chat with Jane Tranter

Description: Jane Tranter, co-founder of Bad Wolf Productions, and the British super-producer behind the likes of His Dark Materials, The Night Of, Succession, and (listed last, but certainly NOT regarded least) A Discovery of Witches, agreed to a sit-down with us; we discussed all sorts of things regarding the production of ADOW Season 2. From the challenges related to COVID-19, to her overall vision for the series, we covered a lot of ground. Yes ... we even asked her to drop hints about Season 3. SHE DID! Recorded 10 March 2021


SPOILER ALERT! We (The Daemons) approach this podcast with an assumption that the listener has read All Souls universe books, including the trilogy (A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, The Book of Life), and  Time's Convert + snippits from The World of All Souls. If you haven't, and you don't mind, we certainly don't mind!  Please be advised, we will approach the television series (A Discovery of Witches) the same way as episodes are released in the US/Canada. 😊  Let's do this. *Note - this podcast is labeled 'explicit'


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1. Show notes:

For newcomers to the series:
  • Our Daemon Guides to the All Souls Trilogy are available for download: ADOW, SON, TBOL 
  • If you'd like a ready-reference from the author herself, be sure to download the All Souls Real-Time Reading companion (free e-book at online booksellers via Penguin and Headline books). For a more in-depth view of the trilogy, The World of All Souls is available at all major book sellers, as well as the continuation volume into this world, Time's Convert.
  • Deborah Harkness usually conducts a real-time reading on her Facebook Page (starting in September), and shares her posts across social media. Check out her website for all of her social media links, and of course all that she has to offer her readers! Be sure to sign up for her newsletter while you are there!
  • To see what's available on the web as far as the All Souls universe fandom, check our links page.

A BTS shot of Marcus/Phoebe - present day characters in S2/Copyright © Simon Ridgway

In this episode:
By the question/topic . . .

  • (01:39) How did COVID affect the finishing of season two and working on season three?
  • (13:40) Why A Discovery of Witches? You personally have been attached to this project for longer than Bad Wolf has been in existence. What is it about these books for you?
  • (19:41) How different was it attracting talent for season two versus season one?
  • (26:22) How do you decide what the shape of your story is?
  • (30:43) What is the process of going from book to script to screen?
  • (37:45) Do you have a favorite adaptation choice in this story?
  • (41:00) Reasons for the adaption choice of Kit Marlowe's scene w/ Diana in episode 1 (S2).
  • (43:43) The elevation of female voices in the writer's room.
  • (44:56) Hints for Season 3?
  • (48:40) Advice from 2021 Jane to 2017 Jane.
  • (52:01) Fandom reactions of Jane's various adaptations over time/how she perceives fandom acceptance/rejection over different choices.
  • (54:14) Is there a dream project? A book for a future adaptation?
  • (54:37) What's on Jane's nightstand right now?
  • (58:22) Promo break - scroll down, or click here to get a hold of us and/or become a Discusser -- information on joining our Facebook group also located on that page.
  • (59:52) Last thoughts/Outro. 

That's a wrap! Copyright © Simon Ridgway
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Credits/Copyright Information * Intro music: "Ghost Dance" (edited down to second chorus) by Kevin Macleod, licensed for use by Creative Commons.
*  Outro music: Rimsky-Korsakov - "Scheherazade Symphonic Suite for Orchestra Op.35 - IV. Allegro molto," Public domain/copyright-free.  
* All other music used is licensed via several different royalty-free sources (as are sound effects).
* "Save it for the Show" segment introduction voice-over by Devyn Grendell  
* Cover art (+ all variations associated w/ it): © Daemons Domain 
* The term "unofficial" is explained in our disclaimer located in Terms of Use - item 14.
* The Daemons Discuss podcast is hosted and produced by the owners (Angela, Jean and Valerie) of Daemons Domain and can also be found by entering the url http://www.DaemonsDiscuss.com in your browser, (listed on the various podcast syndicates like iTunes, Stitcher, etc.) which will redirect you back to the parent site, Daemons Domain.
* This podcast is intended for personal download/consumption.  Please see our Terms of Use; item 3.

* FTC: Our podcast episodes are solely sponsored by listeners via Patreon.
* Our episode titles are a loving tribute to the show "Friends" just 'cause we love Friends and - let's face it - it's easier! Here's how one of the show creators explains their reasoning:
Jeff Greenstein: "When Marta & David & Jeff & I did 'Dream On', we used to spend a lot of time thinking about titles, because they were on-screen at the top of each episode. On "Friends", we decided that was a waste of time. We figured, why not name each episode after the thing that people will ostensibly be talking about around the water-cooler the next day?"
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Sunday, March 14, 2021

Daemons Discuss - Podcast: TV Review! | A Discovery of Witches Season 2, Episode 10

As we journey to this ending, we must remember that there are still new beginnings!

Season 2, Episode 10 of A Discovery of Witches

Description: Jean calls this episode a prologue to Season 3, and it is, but it does manage to tie up Season 2 sufficiently enough for us. We say goodbye to Goody, the coven, Susanna, Father Hubbard, Pierre, Françoise, Jack (😢), and Gallowglass in 1591. AND there is the "Hello/Goodbye" to Diana's Dad, Stephen Proctor!

Meanwhile, we are getting a glimpse of what the couple will be greeted with when they return to their modern lives - Ysabeau, Marcus, Miriam, Sarah, Emily, Nathaniel, Sophie, Agatha, and Phoebe examine the problems they are facing, and ponder possible solutions going forward. Gerbert and Domenico are fighting for their own power in destructive ways. Peter (we have a few choice words to say about him) is planning a solo raid on Sept-Tours. Satu -- well, she offered her help. It's not her fault that Peter is too stubborn to accept it! Come to the good side, Satu! And then there is Herr Fuchs ... aka Benjamin (😱)

This episode runs long because we had a lot to discuss in the Spoiler Zone. Those of you who enter it, you'll understand why!

Thanks to all of our NEW Patrons for sponsoring this episode, and to all, please enjoy.

P.S. Our phone number, because Valerie never remembers it: 1 (360) 519-7836! 😛

How it started ...
SPOILER ALERT!
We (The Daemons) approach this podcast with an assumption that the listener has read All Souls universe books, including the trilogy (A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, The Book of Life), and  Time's Convert + snippits from The World of All Souls. If you haven't, and you don't mind, we certainly don't mind!  Please be advised, we will approach the television series (A Discovery of Witches) the same way as episodes are released in the US/Canada
. 😊  Let's do this. *Note - this podcast is labeled 'explicit'

Listen:

Download .Mp3 of this episode

1. Show notes:

For newcomers to the series:
  • Our Daemon Guides to the All Souls Trilogy are available for download: ADOW, SON, TBOL 
  • If you'd like a ready-reference from the author herself, be sure to download the All Souls Real-Time Reading companion (free e-book at online booksellers via Penguin and Headline books). For a more in-depth view of the trilogy, The World of All Souls is available at all major book sellers, as well as the continuation volume into this world, Time's Convert.
  • Deborah Harkness usually conducts a real-time reading on her Facebook Page (starting in September), and shares her posts across social media. Check out her website for all of her social media links, and of course all that she has to offer her readers! Be sure to sign up for her newsletter while you are there!
  • To see what's available on the web as far as the All Souls universe fandom, check our links page.

Imagine that. Humans CAN be wise!
Every woman in the world who has been "mansplained" to . . .
"You in danger, girl" ~ Whoopi Goldberg, Ghost.
There are some "Last Supper" vibes here.
Hubbard knows a LOT now. Yikes.😐
Aww, Gallowglass. We like you as you are. A great wing-man! DON'T EVER CHANGE!
She's doing it! 😆
We're watching you, Benji. 😒

Special Thanks:
  • Thank you to our Patron sponsors this episode: ALL OF OUR NEW PATRONS SINCE THE START OF THIS SEASON!
  • Special thanks . . . to all of our patrons; those of you who just joined us, and our veterans. Bless! To become a patron all you need to do is visit us at Patreon.com/DaemonsDiscuss and become a member. See what level tier you'd like to join us! All tier levels will receive access to our exclusive Daemons Discuss! The Aftershow podcast.

Informational links:


How it ended ...

📚
  To see/hear all of our chapter reviews, check out this list: Chapter Review Episodes


📺  TV show reviews? Go here A Discovery of Witches TV Reviews

🎧  To check out all of our episodes go here: Daemons Discuss! Full Episode List

👕  Get your Daemon gear here → go.DaemonsDiscuss.com/shop

Previous Episode
A Discovery of Witches - Season 2, Episode 9
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There are many ways to contact us with feedback:

Social Media: Comment on our Facebook page or you can touch base with us on Twitter & Instagram -- we are @DaemonsDomain or @DaemonsDiscuss (same Daemons!) with your comments. Oh, and if you like what you hear, follow us too!

Leave us a voicemail: There are two ways:
A. Call us at 1 (360) 519-7836 - Tell us your first name, and your message. Recording will shut off after 3 minutes. * Note - This is a U.S. number.  International rates may apply when dialing out of country. Your message may be used in an episode; messages are subject to editing for clarity and brevity.

B. Use the SpeakPipe widget below ⬇️ *Note - you'll have 90 seconds before the recording ends. Your message may be used in an episode; messages are subject to editing for clarity and brevity.



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Do a Season 2 Shout-out: Fill out the form below (the link is also above, and in the episode notes)


Thanks for listening!
Until next time...


Credits/Copyright Information 
*DISCLAIMER: Daemons Discuss! (by extension, Daemons Domain) is independent, non-profit, and is not affiliated with BadWolf, SkyOne, NowTV, SundanceNow, Shudder or any of the production/broadcast entities associated with A Discovery of Witches. All audio clips from the show/soundtrack during our episode reviews are used strictly for commentary; categorically, according to U.S. copyright law, this method falls under Fair Use.
* Intro music: "Ghost Dance" (edited down to second chorus) by Kevin Macleod, licensed for use by Creative Commons.
*  Outro music: Rimsky-Korsakov - "Scheherazade Symphonic Suite for Orchestra Op.35 - IV. Allegro molto," Public domain/copyright-free.  
* All other music used is licensed via several different royalty-free sources (as are sound effects).
* "Save it for the Show" segment introduction voice-over by Devyn Grendell  
* Cover art (+ all variations associated w/ it): © Daemons Domain 
* The term "unofficial" is explained in our disclaimer located in Terms of Use - item 14.
* The Daemons Discuss podcast is hosted and produced by the owners (Angela, Jean and Valerie) of Daemons Domain and can also be found by entering the url http://www.DaemonsDiscuss.com in your browser, (listed on the various podcast syndicates like iTunes, Stitcher, etc.) which will redirect you back to the parent site, Daemons Domain.
* This podcast is intended for personal download/consumption.  Please see our Terms of Use; item 3.

* FTC: Our podcast episodes are solely sponsored by listeners via Patreon.
* Our episode titles are a loving tribute to the show "Friends" just 'cause we love Friends and - let's face it - it's easier! Here's how one of the show creators explains their reasoning:

Jeff Greenstein: "When Marta & David & Jeff & I did 'Dream On', we used to spend a lot of time thinking about titles, because they were on-screen at the top of each episode. On "Friends", we decided that was a waste of time. We figured, why not name each episode after the thing that people will ostensibly be talking about around the water-cooler the next day?"
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Sunday, March 7, 2021

Daemons Discuss - Podcast: TV Review! | A Discovery of Witches Season 2, Episode 9

Let's see what this knot does . . .

Season 2, Episode 9 of A Discovery of Witches

Description: Where shall we begin? Let's start at the end 😎: Heart vein 💗! Kit and Louisa's botched revenge 🔫! Queen Elizabeth I is the G.O.A.T. 👑! Walter Raleigh shows himself to be useless 😕! Pierre and the French music 🎼🇫🇷! Jack is nimble 🏃‍♂️! A house raid 🏠! Meeting a weaver's familiar 🐉! William Cecil (Lord Burghley) is an an a$$hole 🤬! Kit tests Matthew's patience 😤! A baby 👶?!! Is Goody is on death's door ☠️?! Matthew puts his foot down 🥾! Ashmole 782 📖! Needless to say, many events occurred in this episode, and putting a neat synopsis together was a little hard this time around. No worries, we break it down further in The Spoiler Zone (for those who don't care about book spoilers), as this TV episode diverges from the book quite a bit!

Thanks to Aimee Sund for sponsoring this episode, and to all, please enjoy.


SPOILER ALERT! We (The Daemons) approach this podcast with an assumption that the listener has read All Souls universe books, including the trilogy (A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, The Book of Life), and  Time's Convert + snippits from The World of All Souls. If you haven't, and you don't mind, we certainly don't mind!  Please be advised, we will approach the television series (A Discovery of Witches) the same way as episodes are released in the US/Canada. 😊  Let's do this. *Note - this podcast is labeled 'explicit'

Listen:

Download .Mp3 of this episode

1. Show notes:

For newcomers to the series:
  • Our Daemon Guides to the All Souls Trilogy are available for download: ADOW, SON, TBOL 
  • If you'd like a ready-reference from the author herself, be sure to download the All Souls Real-Time Reading companion (free e-book at online booksellers via Penguin and Headline books). For a more in-depth view of the trilogy, The World of All Souls is available at all major book sellers, as well as the continuation volume into this world, Time's Convert.
  • Deborah Harkness usually conducts a real-time reading on her Facebook Page (starting in September), and shares her posts across social media. Check out her website for all of her social media links, and of course all that she has to offer her readers! Be sure to sign up for her newsletter while you are there!
  • To see what's available on the web as far as the All Souls universe fandom, check our links page.
When the Goon Squad comes a callin'
We had some things to say about this scene . . . not bad, just -- well ...
This picture makes us want to put a talk bubble over Matthew: "Newman." 😏
Louisa . . . proceed with caution here.
I'm the G.O.A.T!
Dang, Kit. Just when you thought your life couldn't get messier.
Did you forget about Matthew's temper, Louisa?
Special Thanks:
  • Thank you to our Patron sponsor this episode: Aimee Sund
  • Special thanks . . . to all of our patrons; those of you who just joined us, and our veterans. Bless! To become a patron all you need to do is visit us at Patreon.com/DaemonsDiscuss and become a member. See what level tier you'd like to join us! All tier levels will receive access to our exclusive Daemons Discuss! The Aftershow podcast.

Informational links:

 

Thanks, Walter . . . you were a big help. J/K!

📚  To see/hear all of our chapter reviews, check out this list: Chapter Review Episodes

📺  TV show reviews? Go here A Discovery of Witches TV Reviews

🎧  To check out all of our episodes go here: Daemons Discuss! Full Episode List

👕  Get your Daemon gear here → go.DaemonsDiscuss.com/shop

Previous Episode
A Discovery of Witches - Season 2, Episode 8
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3. Your Feedback:

There are many ways to contact us with feedback:

Social Media: Comment on our Facebook page or you can touch base with us on Twitter & Instagram -- we are @DaemonsDomain or @DaemonsDiscuss (same Daemons!) with your comments. Oh, and if you like what you hear, follow us too!

Leave us a voicemail: There are two ways:
A. Call us at 1 (360) 519-7836 - Tell us your first name, and your message. Recording will shut off after 3 minutes. * Note - This is a U.S. number.  International rates may apply when dialing out of country. Your message may be used in an episode; messages are subject to editing for clarity and brevity.

B. Use the SpeakPipe widget below ⬇️ *Note - you'll have 90 seconds before the recording ends. Your message may be used in an episode; messages are subject to editing for clarity and brevity.



Email us directly:  DaemonsDiscuss (one word) at gmail (dot) com.

Do a Season 2 Shout-out: Fill out the form below (the link is also above, and in the episode notes)


Thanks for listening!
Until next time...


Credits/Copyright Information 
*DISCLAIMER: Daemons Discuss! (by extension, Daemons Domain) is independent, non-profit, and is not affiliated with BadWolf, SkyOne, NowTV, SundanceNow, Shudder or any of the production/broadcast entities associated with A Discovery of Witches. All audio clips from the show/soundtrack during our episode reviews are used strictly for commentary; categorically, according to U.S. copyright law, this method falls under Fair Use.
* Intro music: "Ghost Dance" (edited down to second chorus) by Kevin Macleod, licensed for use by Creative Commons.
*  Outro music: Rimsky-Korsakov - "Scheherazade Symphonic Suite for Orchestra Op.35 - IV. Allegro molto," Public domain/copyright-free.  
* All other music used is licensed via several different royalty-free sources (as are sound effects).
* "Save it for the Show" segment introduction voice-over by Devyn Grendell  
* Cover art (+ all variations associated w/ it): © Daemons Domain 
* The term "unofficial" is explained in our disclaimer located in Terms of Use - item 14.
* The Daemons Discuss podcast is hosted and produced by the owners (Angela, Jean and Valerie) of Daemons Domain and can also be found by entering the url http://www.DaemonsDiscuss.com in your browser, (listed on the various podcast syndicates like iTunes, Stitcher, etc.) which will redirect you back to the parent site, Daemons Domain.
* This podcast is intended for personal download/consumption.  Please see our Terms of Use; item 3.

* FTC: Our podcast episodes are solely sponsored by listeners via Patreon.
* Our episode titles are a loving tribute to the show "Friends" just 'cause we love Friends and - let's face it - it's easier! Here's how one of the show creators explains their reasoning:

Jeff Greenstein: "When Marta & David & Jeff & I did 'Dream On', we used to spend a lot of time thinking about titles, because they were on-screen at the top of each episode. On "Friends", we decided that was a waste of time. We figured, why not name each episode after the thing that people will ostensibly be talking about around the water-cooler the next day?"
This was a Daemon Production

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