Best Lights And Shadows Interview Series Podcasts (2025)

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Hannah Nicole Maehrer - Accomplice to the Villain | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 2:03:55

18d ago2:03:55

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🎤 Recorded before release day — one of Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s first interviews about Accomplice to the Villain! In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with Hannah Nicole Maehrer to get the inside scoop on Accomplice to the Villain! This episode was recorded before the book’s official release, making i…

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Accomplice To The Villain Immediate Thoughts & Reactions | Fangirl Breakdown 43:07

20d ago43:07

43:07

In this spoiler-filled reaction episode, hosts Kinsey and Karly (and Kingsley??) break down their initial thoughts & reactions to Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s highly anticipated Accomplice to the Villain, which released yesterday, August 5th, 2025. The excitement? High. The chaos? Unhinged. As our resident ATTV-fangirl, Kinsey dropped everything to read…

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Jade Presley - The Never List | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:09:32

1M ago1:09:32

1:09:32

In this spicy new episode of Dear Fantasy Author, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with New York Times bestselling author, Jade Presley, to talk all things The Never List, a steamy “why choose” romantasy packed with magic, myth, and four very swoon-worthy love interests. This book became an instant book club favorite—and we were so excited …

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Stacey McEwan - A Forbidden Alchemy | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:38:57

1M ago1:38:57

1:38:57

🎤 Recorded the day before the US release date - one of Stacey’s first in-depth interviews about A Forbidden Alchemy! In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stacey McEwan to get the inside scoop on her brand-new romantasy release, A Forbidden Alchemy!…

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What’s Next for Dear Fantasy Reader: New Formats, New Books, Same Fangirl Energy 4:53

2M ago4:53

4:53

With Onyx Storm wrapped, the DFR hosts—Hannah, Kinsey, & Karly—are giving you a quick update on what’s coming next for the pod! From new season formats to upcoming coverage plans—this is everything you need to know about what’s changing, what’s staying, and what’s ahead! Featuring: A shift from chapter-by-chapter deep dives to fast-paced prep and p…

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Bree Grenwich & Parker Lennox | A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:41:34

2M ago1:41:34

1:41:34

🎤THE ONLY PLACE THE ESPRITHEAN 3 BOOK DETAILS HAVE BEEN REVEALED! (title, cover, and release date—all first announced in this episode) In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox, co-authors of the Esprithean series, for a two-part interview that blends cozy chaos, craft…

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Ep. 18 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 63-66 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 2:16:46

2M ago2:16:46

2:16:46

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 63-66 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Ep. 17 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 58-62 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:39:20

2M ago1:39:20

1:39:20

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 58-62 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Ep. 16 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 53-57 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:20:04

2M ago1:20:04

1:20:04

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 53-57 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Shield of Sparrows Immediate Thoughts & Reactions | Fangirl Breakdown 1:10:17

3M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

In this spoiler-filled reaction episode, Hannah and Karly hit record just two minutes after Hannah finished reading Shield of Sparrows. The emotions? Raw. The spiraling? Immediate. The chaos? Very. Real. Karly finished the book first and, like the responsible bookish bestie she is, threw together a quick outline to help guide the conversation. But …

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Hazel McBride - A Fate Forged In Fire| A Dear Fantasy Author Interview 1:05:11

3M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

🎤 Recorded before release day — one of Hazel’s first interviews about A Fate Forged in Fire! In this special Dear Fantasy Author episode, hosts Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly sit down with Hazel McBride to get the inside scoop on her Celtic-inspired romantic fantasy debut, A Fate Forged in Fire. The story is filled with dragons, slow-burn romance, polit…

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Ep. 15 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 48-52 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:33:31

3M ago1:33:31

1:33:31

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 48-52 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Ep. 14 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 45-47 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:13:08

3M ago1:13:08

1:13:08

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 45–47 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Ep. 13 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 41-44 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:37:10

3M ago1:37:10

1:37:10

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 41-44 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Ep. 12 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 38-40 (Zihnal's Gifts) | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:50:34

3M ago1:50:34

1:50:34

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 38-40 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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S3 E08: The Final Errand 48:14

3M ago48:14

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In the final chapter of Killing Kurt, Kurt Calabrese travels to a remote house in North Carolina to confirm his father’s death. What begins as a simple errand turns into an emotional reckoning. Inside a dim room behind a red curtain, Kurt comes face to face with the body of Frank Calabrese Sr.—the man who dominated, abused, and haunted his life. Fo…

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S3 E07: I Will Be Praying For Your Soul 42:47

4M ago42:47

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As Kurt Calabrese tries to settle into life after prison, ominous threats begin to arrive—dead rats on his porch, anonymous letters, and a staged bomb at his home—signs someone in the Outfit suspects he’s cooperating with the Feds. While he denies involvement, suspicion falls on his father and the father's girlfriend, Diane, whose presence near Kur…

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Ep. 11 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 34-37 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:43:49

4M ago1:43:49

1:43:49

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 34–37 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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S3 E06: Brotherly Love 41:34

4M ago41:34

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In 1998, Frank Calabrese Jr. makes the most dangerous decision of his life: he writes a letter to the FBI offering to turn against his own father—one of the most feared mob enforcers in Chicago history. What follows is one of the most audacious undercover operations in the history of organized crime. In this episode, we go inside the moment that ch…

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Ep. 10 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 29-33 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 2:18:14

4M ago2:18:14

2:18:14

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 29–33 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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S3 E05: The Letter 37:12

4M ago37:12

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In 1995, the FBI's years-long investigation into the Chinatown crew comes to a head with sweeping indictments and early morning raids. With their criminal empire crumbling, the Calabrese family faces the full weight of the justice system—and begins to turn on itself. This episode tells the harrowing story of what happens when loyalty becomes a liab…

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S3 E04: Take the Money and Run 35:42

4M ago35:42

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A duffel bag filled with mob cash disappears—and with it, any remaining trust between Kurt Calabrese, his brother Junior, and their volatile father, Frank “The Breeze” Calabrese. Kurt’s loyalty is tested like never before when his father shows up unannounced, ready to retrieve what he believes is still safely hidden in the bank. But when Frank disc…

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Ep. 9 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 25-28 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:15:10

5M ago1:15:10

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 25–28 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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S3 E03: Where Did Matt Go? 43:03

5M ago43:03

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By the early 1990s, Frank Calabrese Sr. had spent decades building a criminal empire fueled by fear, paranoia, and control. He taught his sons the art of survival in the mob—never use house phones, memorize payphone numbers, speak in code, and trust no one. But when Frank let his guard down for an indebted auto shop owner named Matt Russo, the crac…

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Ep. 8 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 21-24 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:21:56

5M ago1:21:56

1:21:56

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 21-24 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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S3 E02: The Man Is Nuts 42:21

5M ago42:21

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The complicated relationship between Kurt Calabrese and his Uncle Nick reveals how Nick became a surrogate father figure in Kurt's turbulent childhood. While Kurt's father Frank Sr. ruled through fear, Uncle Nick showed kindness—despite his increasingly dark role as an outfit hitman who would eventually participate in multiple murders for the Chica…

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S3 E01: I'll Kick You So Hard You'll Walk Funny 38:44

5M ago38:44

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Kurt Calabrese, son of notorious Chicago Outfit hitman Frank "The Breeze" Calabrese Sr., breaks his silence about growing up under the shadow of one of Chicago's most feared mob enforcers. His story begins with a dramatic courtroom confrontation during the historic "Family Secrets" trial, where Kurt's victim impact statement provoked his father's m…

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Ep. 7 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 17-20 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:46:14

5M ago1:46:14

1:46:14

Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 17-20 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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Ep. 6 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 13-16 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:31:07

5M ago1:31:07

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 13–16 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’…

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"The Rebel Kind" BONUS: An interview with David Rupert (Happy St. Patrick's Day!) 1:17:06

5M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

In advance of the Season 3 premiere of Underbelly on April 2nd, Entropy Media brings you a special BONUS episode of The Rebel Kind in honor of St. Patrick’s Day—a story deeply tied to Ireland’s turbulent past and one man’s extraordinary role in shaping its future. For the first time ever, David Rupert—the trucker-turned-international-informant who …

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Ep. 5 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 9-12 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 2:32:24

6M ago2:32:24

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 9-12 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’ …

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"Underbelly: Killing Kurt" Official Trailer - Premieres April 2nd! 1:58

6M ago1:58

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For years, Kurt Calabrese lived under the violent rule of his father, feared Chicago hitman Frank “The Breeze” Calabrese Sr. But when his brother turned informant, their family—and the Chicago Outfit—began to fall apart. The betrayal led to a historic trial, exposing decades of unsolved murders and taking down some of the most powerful mob figures …

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Ep. 4 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Ch. 5-8 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 2:18:20

6M ago2:18:20

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into chapters 5-8 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarros’ r…

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Ep. 3 Onyx Storm Deep Dive: Prologue-Ch. 4 | Easter Eggs, Theories & Key Moments 1:43:16

6M ago1:43:16

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Join your favorite Quest Squadmates—Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly—as they dive deep into the Prologue-Ch 4 of Rebecca Yarros' captivating fantasy, Onyx Storm! First, they'll journey into the Archives Vault for a quick chapter recap before diving into an engaging, in-depth discussion and analysis of key moments, sharing transformative insights from Yarr…

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BONUS Onyx Storm Tour Denver Recap: Rebecca Yarros’ Biggest Q&A Reveals 48:58

7M ago48:58

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Join your fellow squadmates, Hannah, Karly, and Kinsey, as they recount their experience at the Onyx Storm Book Tour 2025 in Denver, CO! They begin with a behind-the-scenes look at the event itself before diving into the biggest reveals from Rebecca Yarros' Q&A. Since this was the last stop—and in her home state—Rebecca shared exclusive insights an…

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Ep. 2 Onyx Storm Battle Brief: Explaining the Final Chapters 41:48

7M ago41:48

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Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly for an Onyx Storm Battle Brief as they break down and explain the book's jaw-dropping, emotionally wrecking end chapters. With intense action, foreshadowing, and hidden Easter eggs packed into the finale, it’s no surprise that readers have questions—and they’re here to help clear up the confusion! In this e…

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Ep. 1 Onyx Storm: Initial Thoughts & Reactions 1:47:33

7M ago1:47:33

1:47:33

Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they dive into their initial thoughts and reactions to Onyx Storm! *All episodes include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, & Onyx Storm* Want more from Dear Fantasy Reader? The DFRP chapters so far: • Season 1: Fourth Wing Deep Dive Through the Lens of Iron Flame • Season 2: Onyx Stor…

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Ep. 9 ONYX STORM PREVIEW READ & REACT: PROLOGUE & FIRST 2 CHAPTERS 1:55:03

7M ago1:55:03

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Join your fellow squad mates, Hannah and Kinsey, as they read through and react to a translation of the Onyx Storm Preview: Prologue, Chapter 1 and a portion of Chapter 2! Stay tuned for our Initial Reactions episode that will release after we finish reading Onyx Storm! *This episode include spoilers for the entirety of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame a…

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Ep. 8 Onyx Storm: Breaking Down Top Theories & Predictions PART 3 1:49:32

7M ago1:49:32

1:49:32

Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they dive deep into their top theories for Onyx Storm! In PART 3 of this highly-anticipated series, the trio not only shares their predictions and unanswered questions from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean universe but also breaks them down and explores the fascinating possibilities behind each one! This spoiler…

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Ep. 7 Onyx Storm: Breaking Down Top Theories & Predictions PART 2 1:16:36

7M ago1:16:36

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Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they dive deep into their top theories for Onyx Storm! In PART 2 of this highly-anticipated series, the trio not only shares their predictions and unanswered questions from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean universe but also breaks them down and explores the fascinating possibilities behind each one! This spoiler…

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Ep. 6 Onyx Storm: Breaking Down Top Theories & Predictions PART 1 1:32:14

8M ago1:32:14

1:32:14

Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they dive deep into their top theories for Onyx Storm! In PART 1 of this highly-anticipated series, the trio not only shares their predictions and unanswered questions from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean universe but also breaks them down and explores the fascinating possibilities behind each one! This spoiler…

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Ep. 5 Hints and Clues Rebecca Yarros Has Dropped About Onyx Storm: PART 2 1:19:34

8M ago1:19:34

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Join squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they continue their deep dive into the hints, clues, and breadcrumbs Rebecca Yarros has dropped about Onyx Storm across interviews, panels, Q&As, & social media! In this second part, they tackle everything from dragon society secrets and Andarna’s mysterious origins to tantalizing hints about Violet’s si…

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Ep. 4 Hints and Clues Rebecca Yarros Has Dropped About Onyx Storm: PART 1 53:42

8M ago53:42

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Join your fellow squadmates Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly as they dive deep into the hints, clues, and breadcrumbs Rebecca Yarros has dropped about Onyx Storm across interviews, panels, Q&As, & social media! From gut-wrenching revelations about Xaden and Sgaeyl's bond to Violet’s Reputation-era transformation, Hannah, Kinsey, and Karly unpack every det…

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Feathertails, Papa Sorrengail’s Research & Jack Barlowe: An Empyrean Theories Deep Dive 14:37

8M ago14:37

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Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series. In this episode, Karly unpacks the mysteries of Feathertails and their intricate connections to Papa Sorrengail’s research. She theorizes about Violet's father’s ident…

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The Dark Side of Dragonkind: Empyrean Series Theories & Lore 13:17

8M ago13:17

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Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series. In this episode, Karly dives deep into the mysterious lore of the Empyrean Dragons, particularly theorizing on their connection to the Venin and Wyvern, the significan…

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Venin Theories: Origins, Motivations & Secrets of the Empyrean's Greatest Threat 21:18

8M ago21:18

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Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series. In this episode, Karly unpacks the misunderstood lore of the Venin and challenges our assumptions about them. She explores their possible origins and initial motivatio…

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Xaden’s Potential Third Signet: An Empyrean Theory Deep Dive 15:23

8M ago15:23

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Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series. In this episode, Karly unpacks the theory that Xaden might possess a third signet-like ability connected to his rebellion relic. She explores Liam’s suspicious ability…

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Violet’s Signets Explained: Theories on Her First & Second Signet | The Empyrean Series 33:55

8M ago33:55

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Welcome to Dear Dragon Reader, a special series from Dear Fantasy Reader podcast! Hosted by Karly, each episode dives deep into a specific topic from Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean Series. In this episode, the spotlight is on Violet's Signets. First, Karly unpacks the hidden complexity of Violet’s first signet—exploring how many of the suspicious moments…

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Ep. 3 Iron Flame Recap: Everything to Know Before Onyx Storm 20:04

8M ago20:04

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Join squadmates Hannah and Karly as they deliver a quick yet thorough summary of Rebecca Yarros’ Iron Flame from The Empyrean Series! They’ve carefully condensed all the key details, character arcs, and pivotal plot points into an easy-to-follow recap—perfect for anyone preparing for the highly anticipated release of Onyx Storm. This streamlined su…

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Ep. 2 Fourth Wing Recap: Everything to Know Before Iron Flame & Onyx Storm 14:29

8M ago14:29

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In this episode, squadmates Hannah and Kinsey take flight into a quick yet thorough recap of Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing from The Empyrean Series. Perfect for listeners preparing to dive into Iron Flame for the first time or those seeking a refresher before the release of Onyx Storm (the highly anticipated third book), this episode covers everythin…

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