EPISODE 33: Basgiath Breakdown: Iron Flame

EPISODE 34: Pennywise is scary. The people of Derry–HORRIFYING.

What if IT was never the scariest thing about IT? In this episode, Dr. Vanessa breaks down Season 1 of HBO’s IT: Welcome to Derry and why the real horror isn’t just Pennywise, but the town itself — where fear, racism, power, and conformity create monsters long before the clown shows up. Spoilers abound, opinions are loud, and yes… we’re talking The Black Spot, the Hanlons, and all the sinister tension, because this show… *chef’s kiss*

EPISODE 33: Basgiath Breakdown: Iron Flame

Dr. Vanessa is very much still in her #RomantasyEra, and following up her two-part discussion of Fourth Wing with a critical analysis of Iron Flame - the second in the Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros. This book has even more angst, shenanigans, and pearl-clutching moments than the first! This discussion focuses on the intricate dynamics of grief and loss, trust and relationships, as well as empowerment. And…the complexities of human emotion Rebecca has written in these pages…. *chef’s kiss*

EPISODE 32: Basgiath Breakdown: Fourth Wing - PART II

And the conversation about Violet, Xaden, and them CONTINUES! Join Dr. Vanessa in the conclusion of her analysis of the phenomenal Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Topics include our two powerful prodigies - Violet and Xaden - and their journeys to overcoming adversity, all while balancing love, power, and expectations. Dr. Vanessa focuses on elements of their stories that speak to our everyday experiences. Whether we’re riders, scribes, or just “regular folk” - we are infinite!

EPISODE 31: Basgiath Breakdown: Fourth Wing - PART I

Dr. Vanessa is living her best #RomatasyEra life, bringing to you her one-of-a-kind take on the worldwide phenomenon Fourth Wing. From the creative mind of Rebecca Yarros, this story is centered on the business of Basgiath War College, which houses some of the most powerful dragon riders in the nation of Navarre. This first breakdown features discussions of existentialism and dynamics of grief and mortality, as well as perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. #VioletIsMySHEroe

EPISODE 30: Supernatural Spotlight - Season 5

HEY…ASSBUTT! The most recent detour on her rewatch journey finds Dr. Vanessa all up in the feels! Season 5 of Supernatural is HEAVY, featuring consistent themes of hopelessness, brotherly strife, and all manner of unpleasantness…I mean, the Apocalypse is happening (kind of)! The most AMAZING season for Sam and Dean ever - many would say so!