In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Where There’s A Will…,” in which the Barclay family is faced with a big decision: to stay in Odyssey, or to move to Washington D.C. so George can take a new position at his company. Jimmy and Donna try various methods of discerning God’s will, only to come to conflicting conclusions. What does it mean? Why is God’s will so tricky to figure out? The answers are simple and straightforward! (kidding). Also, personal experiences with discernment, and hosting your boss? At your house??
In this podventure, we discuss the episode "Muckraker," in which Lucy gets a hard lesson in ethical journalism after she attempts to "rake muck" over a shampoo company. Also, a license to dive, the value of oral traditions, and the difference between pundits and journalists.
A chill zone where we talk about the original box album art, but also final thoughts on the album as a whole, and anything else about the episodes that occurred to us after recording. Tune in for an episode theme guessing game, further Eugene and Richard character analysis, and more!
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “The Homecoming,” in which the town of Odyssey is all stirred up over the rumor that Richard Maxwell has returned. Well, spoilers, he has. And further spoilers, no, he is not up to no good. He is actually here to apologize to everyone he hurt during album 5. It’s a surprisingly emotionally intimate episode about the importance of asking for forgiveness, whether it’s likely to be granted or not. It’s also our only Richard perspective episode, so buckle in because we have 2 hours worth of thoughts. Also, needing vs. wanting forgiveness, the Gospel for perpetrators vs the Gospel for victims, and the newly coined Richard Maxwell Checklist™.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Last in a Long Line,” in which Eugene discovers that he might not be the last in a long line, after all, when he discovers a grave in Odyssey with his father’s name on it. Also, the permanency of affections, getting poetic about family heritage, and Bernard’s worst nightmare.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Waylaid in the Windy City, Part 2,” in which Whit and Richard team up to enact a Richard scheme that will save Connie, get the government back their secrets, and buy Richard his sweet, sweet revenge. Everyone gets what they want. Also, playing fast and loose with the definition of crimes, Blackgaard’s mercurial nature vs. Whit’s steadiness, and what we learn from revenge plots.
Editor’s Notes:
- At one point, we reference chlorophyll instead of chloroform
- Some part of our discussion was recorded during album art review and copied into this episode
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Waylaid in the Windy City, Part 1,” in which a laptop mix-up throws Whit and Connie into the heart of a spy thriller adventure in the windy city of Chicago. Also, Whitipedia, every floor has a boy, and good use of stock dialogue.
Podcaster’s Note: Part two of Waylaid in the Windy City will be released next week.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Isaac the Procrastinator,” in which Isaac Morton faces a new adjective-based challenge: getting his work done on time. Also, emo Swan Lake, mad scientist Whit, impromptu musical numbers, and how to define laziness.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Emotional Baggage,” in which Connie is dismayed to learn that her Aunt Helen is coming to town. Connie refuses to stay under the same roof as Helen and therefore flees to Whit’s End, intending to hide there for the duration of the visit. But the dynamic between Connie and her aunt is a layered one, and Whit does his best to tease out the nuance. We have to be real with you all, this is a messy one. Come unpack it with us! Also, a child’s elaborate conspiracy web, and psychoanalyzing our juicy workplace grudges.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “The Second Coming,” in which Melanie does the math set out by a popular televangelist and has deduced the exact date when Jesus is returning: it’s Saturday! Also, Bible literacy, how to be a good witness, and Snow White of the sea creatures.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Someone to Watch Over Me,” in which Jimmy Barclay goes on a very different sort of adventure through his imagination. Also, the theology of spiritual beings, Kishōtenketsu (the four-act structure), and yet another harrowing event for the Barclay family to endure.
Note: It wasn’t covered much in our discussion, but Emilee finds Kishōtenketsu fascinating. Here is further reading, for the curious: kishotenketsu and non western story structures
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Melanie’s Diary,” in which Robyn is not on her best big sister behavior. First she snoops in her little sister Melanie’s diary, then she jokes about it with her friends at Whit’s End. Furious, Melanie decides to get even. Will Robyn learn a little empathy? Will Melanie enjoy her taste of revenge? You’ll have to listen to find out. Also, the Odyssey Trope Trove™, Wicked vs Evil, and healing relationships.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Back to Bethlehem, Part III,” in which Connie must contend with not one but two marriage proposals, one from the young zealot Judah, and one from none other than the Roman General himself! A swordfight between the jealous suitors lands the innocent bystanders Eugenius and Hezekaiah in jail, where Eugene is forced to confront his lack of faith yet again. Will God answer Hezekaiah’s lifelong prayer to see the messiah with his own eyes? Will witnessing the nativity stir Eugene’s heart? Will Connie ever catch a break from all these men? Also, the ancient vampires that no one ever thinks about.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Back to Bethlehem, Part II,” in which the cast of the nativity expands to include the shepherds and the expecting couple themselves, Mary and Joseph. Hezekiah challenges Eugenius to engage his heart in his search for truth. Mary’s labor begins, and Connie is called upon to assist. Judah approaches Connie with a marriage proposal. Also, a quick look at the discussion questions, some character appreciation, and a daily mantra we hope nobody adopts.
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Back to Bethlehem, Part I,” in which Connie and Eugene(ius) are off to experience the Nativity for themselves in the Imagination Station. Will Eugene’s heart be opened to the true meaning of Christmas, or will he remain trapped in his doubts? Will Connie’s eyes be opened to the gritty reality of life in the first century, or will she get caught up in a brewing love triangle that serves no purpose other than being extremely entertaining? Also, a baffling Chris Corner (or should we say, Christmas Corner?), selectively leaning into the realism of patriarchy, and Imagination Station theories! Everyone say Roman Census!
Just giving you all a heads up that there will be no episode this week! Rest assured, we are both excited to cover Album Ten. In the meantime, why not check out Your Fellow Odyssians?
How's it going, Catspaws! Welcome to the first installment of Catspaw Corner, in which Tatjana and Emilee invite one of our listeners onto the podcast to discuss Odyssey in new and interesting ways! In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite characters from Odyssey, and imagine them in the worlds of Harry Potter and Wheel of Time. Join us as we sort characters into their Hogwarts houses and Aes Sedai Ajahs.
BEWARE, THERE BE SPOILERS AHEAD FOR ADVENTURES IN ODYSSEY, HARRY POTTER, AND WHEEL OF TIME
If you'd like to see the list of characters by house and ajah, as sorted by us and our and guest, check out our reddit.
Welcome to another bonus episode! This was recorded back in September, a month after One Grand Party, celebrating the 1,000th episode of Odyssey. While Tatjana was away in Scotland, Emilee was in Colorado. I (Emilee) thought that rather than just sharing my experience with Tatjana, I might also share it with all of you! So, we sat down and recorded our conversation.
You can check out photos from the event on our reddit.
Stay tuned till the end to hear some interviews that were recorded after the show!
Two Corrections:
Thanks for listening!
And remember, beware the time sponge.
Listen along for our descriptions of: adorable sheep, a calculator-microphone, and brothers, so many brothers.
!!!SPECIAL GUEST ALERT!!! Welcome Daniel, host of the marvelous podcast Your Fellow Odyssians! Thank you for joining us on today’s Podventure in Odyssey!
In this podventure, we discuss the episode “Over the Airwaves,” in which a Bible Study about the parables of Jesus takes the form of a Kid’s Radio broadcast. There are several delightful segments, the chief of which is a Western retelling of the Parable of the Tenants. What will become of the Southspoon Ranch when its benevolent owner, Matt Cartwood, leaves the property in the care of three tenants with epithets in front of their names? And what role will his beloved son Jerems–er–Jeremy play in the unfolding drama? Also, a smorgasbord of metaphors for episode structure, a sidekick rescued from the sidekick pound, and final thoughts out loud. It’s a whole kitchen of an episode!
