TIPSY NERDS BOOK CLUB PODCAST EPISODES

S1, Ep 1: Huzzah! Winter is Coming

FEATURING A GAME OF THRONES, by GEORGE R.R. MARTIN

Released April 11, 2019

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Summary:

A Game of Thrones (the Song of Ice and Fire Series) by George R.R. Martin and the Game of Thrones HBO television series are the center of discussion for your hosts Natalie Wright and Robyn Scofield. Hear about the differences and similarities between the book and the show and in-depth discussion about the characters.

Show Notes:

• What’s in Robyn’s glass today - a mulled wine in honor of the men of the Night’s Watch.

• What’s in Natalie’s glass today - a “Blood of my Blood” Bloody Mary with tequila instead of vodka.

• Robyn was taken in by the story of A Game of Thrones via the HBO show, then read the books.

• Natalie read the first GoT book in 2009 and was instantly hooked on the series.

• The hosts note the first person to drink in both the books and the HBO show.

• When is the first appearance of Tyrion having a beverage in the book and show?

• What hooked Natalie from the beginning in GoT.

• Even if you’ve seen the show you should still read the book.

• Fermented mare’s milk? What is that? And what does it have to do with the Mother of Dragons?

• How the author used beverages for character development.

• What leads to Ned getting his head cut off.

• Who Robyn wants to see on the Iron Throne.

• Tell the tipsy nerds who’s worse, and why: Ramsey or Joffrey?

Key Points:

1. George R.R. Martin broke down the walls of what could happen in storytelling.

2. The action in GoT is moving all the time, while at the same time creating characters we love—and love to hate.

3. We don’t have characters that are good or evil, many of them are pretty gray.

Tweetable Quotes:

• “There’s always so much to learn about telling a story from a great storyteller.” -Natalie

• “Every character in GoT has a purpose and a journey.” -Robyn

• “Even the ‘good guys’ have a lot of flaws in GoT.” -Robyn

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S1, Ep 2: Androids May Not Dream, But they Do Drink Bourbon

FEATURING DO ANDROIDS DREAM of ELECTRIC SHEEP, by PHILIP K. DICK

Released April 18, 2019

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Summary:

In this episode, the Tipsy Nerds (Robyn Scofield and Natalie Wright) chat about Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep, by Philip K. Dick, and the two movies based on the book, Bladerunner (1982), and Bladerunner 2049 (2017).

Show Notes:

• What’s in Robyn’s glass today - Chablis wine in honor of character John Isidore.

• Natalie’s drinking bourbon like Deckard drinks with Rachel in the book and movie.

• Robyn had not seen the movie before reading the book.

• Natalie saw the original movie in the theater when it first came out and loved it. But did it stand the test of time?

• Issues the Tipsy Nerds had with the original book.

• In the end, did the book overcome its own issues enough to be recommended by the Tipsy Nerds?

• What Robyn enjoy so much about the book?

• A discussion of ‘80’s fashion and Rachel’s shoulder pads in the movie.

• Differences between the original movie and book and which do the Tipsy Nerds prefer.

• What do Natalie and Robyn think about the movie Bladerunner 2049

Key Points:

1. Upon reading the whole book, both Tipsy Nerds are fans of Philip K. Dick and recommend his work to any fans of Sci-Fi

2. While the Tipsy Nerds liked both movies, they recommend Bladerunner 2049 more and think it more closely follows the philosophy of the book

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S1, Ep. 4: Grab Your Steel Wool, We’re Going to Cleaning (Author Guest- Hugh Howey)

FEATURING WOOL, by HUGH HOWEY

Released May 2, 2019

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Show Notes:

• Hugh Howey, author of the international bestseller Wool, is a guest on this episode of Tipsy Nerds

• The drinks this week are tequila, a new take on an Old Fashioned, and Robyn’s creation in honor of the book, a flaming Silo 17 Shooter!

• Hugh’s inspiration for Wool

• How Hugh’s real life jobs as a roofer and working on a yacht for the rich and famous inspired the story

• Hugh and the Tipsy Nerds discuss comic books and the change in how heroes and villains are written

• Hugh’s take on the “strong female character” trope

• The inspiration from Hugh’s life for his character Jules

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S1, Ep. 7: Who Will Watch the Watchmen?

FEATURING WATCHMEN, by ALAN MOORE

Released May 30, 2019

Show Notes:

• The Tipsy Nerds discuss the groundbreaking graphic novel Watchmen, by Alan Moore

• The drink for the episode is something we like to call Vigilante Justice. Just make sure you use all the ingredients listed! Natalie tells you why in the episode.

• Natalie was a graphic novel virgin! Hear what she thought of this first dip into graphic novels.

• The Tipsy Nerds had to turn off their “PC Police-o-meter” for this one. Are the racist, misogynistic and homophobic tone intentional and a reflection of the culture? Or we are giving an author a pass when we shouldn’t?

• The influence of Watchmen on media that came after it.

• 80’s Nostalgia, including the fear of dying in nuclear Armageddon!

• Analyzing the character Rorschack

• More Alan Moore in future episodes of Tipsy Nerds

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S1, EP. 10 ENDER’S GAME

FEATURING ENDER’S GAME, by ORSON SCOTT CARD

Released June 27, 2019

• The Tipsy Nerds have two drinks on tap this week, inspired by the “Giant’s Table” in a game Ender plays—but we promise, they won’t kill you!

• Natalie thought Ender’s Game was profound, but not without issues

• The Tipsy Nerds chat about some of the highlights—and low lights—of Ender’s Game

• Robyn answers the question of whether or not Ender’s Game is “military sci-fi”

• The Tipsy Nerds discuss the controversy surrounding this book, and the issue of whether we can separate art from the artist

• The Tipsy Nerds compare the movie, Ender’s Game, to the book by OSC

• Robyn ends the episode, as she usually does, with a question for listeners

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S1, EP. 13 A SILENCE IN THREE PARTS

FEATURING NAME OF THE WIND, by PATRICK ROTHFUSS

Released July 25, 2019

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S1, EP 16 UPCOMING NERD BINGES: BOOK TO SCREEN ADAPTATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FORWARD TO

Released September 5, 2019