Molly Marjorie, ND Jones, Britni Dick, Goodwin Gifford

Reading Circle Temple

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Friends and fantasy lovers, Britni, ND, Goodwin and Molly, invite listeners to an intimate coffee shop setting where they dissect Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events chapter by chapter. From reader to superfan to secret society member, they provide their own analyses and insights, ultimately using the text to uncover secret messages in their own lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Molly Marjorie, ND Jones, Britni Dick, Goodwin Gifford

Episodes

You Can't Beat a Dead Horse--Austere Academy Ch. 3 06.07.2026 43:52

ND has theories about fungus, Marjorie has theories about Sunny's sexuality, Goodwin has theories about Lemony Snicket's opinion on horses, and Britni already has opinions on horses! Plus, a guest appearance from Sandry! Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . P...

Zero Tolerance -- The Austere Academy Ch. 2 30.06.2026 1:22:21

This week, Goodwin takes forever to edit, ND and Marjorie have feelings about school, and Britni runs a small, local, woman-owned business. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Photo by Roger Starnes Sr on Unsplash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Memento Mean Girls--The Austere Academy Ch. 1 08.06.2026 45:26

Mr. Poe continues to cough, Lemony Snicket predicts the future, Britni contemplates sniffing cakes, and Marjorie remembers she will die. Plus Goodwin and ND start to feel remorse? Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

What the Gum --Netflix Show ep. 7&8 03.06.2026 2:06:51

The gang discusses which bi-icon is the best, Britni approves of TV-adaptation changes?!?, and a behind the scenes on how we do notes. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rime of the Ancient Convert 28.05.2026 8:02

Marjorie just had an adult bat mitzvah ceremony! This is her D'Var Torah on the book of Ruth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Optimometrist -- The Miserable Mill Recap 15.05.2026 50:38

On today's episode, we are half optimistic / half optometrist, Kirel is dragged across the mud yet again (as he should be the lumbering oaf) and we stay lucky except against pants. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube Photo by engin akyurt on Unsplash Hosted on...

The Lucky Lumberers--The Miserable Mill Ch. 13 03.05.2026 39:55

The book is over, Goodwin is gone, and the rest of us have big feelings. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shrodingers Foot--Tangential Episode 27.04.2026 9:57

We're all mixed up this week! Please enjoy these tangents while we sort out the next episode. No cats were harmed in the making of this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gack is Back, Baby!--The Miserable Mill Ch. 12 22.04.2026 43:17

The Baudelaires--and the reading circle dedicates--face their most exciting chapter yet Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Frightened Cacoon -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 11 12.04.2026 37:08

The Gang discusses the importance of the table of contents, how mimes are the worst, and pranking students. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Brainless Boss -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 10 29.03.2026 30:01

The girls try to convince Sir that Shirley is actually Count Olaf. Sir knows better because he's the boss and he's not an idiot. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Safe, but Not Neutral--The Miserable Mill Ch. 9 20.03.2026 44:18

The Reading Circle Dedicates compare the text to current events, and truth and fiction get a little too close for comfort. If you listen for escapism, you may want to end this episode around 19:30, after Goodwin "toots his horn." Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and Yo...

nwdEIOUA "vuswlIEW0--The Miserable Mill Ch. 8 10.03.2026 33:01

Marjorie wonders if Dr. Orwell is familiar, Goodwin catches flies with honey, ND skips the boring parts, and Britni doesn't. Plus, we all do research! Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pizza Profit -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 7 03.03.2026 29:35

The gang ponders how deep the dish goes and the virtue of mischief. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sick and Tired: A Tangential Episode 24.02.2026 11:37

With co-hosts feeling sick, we bring you a tangential episode. Please remember that any references to harming children and animals are not serious comments and not meant to be taken seriously. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of Mice and Mimes -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 6 15.02.2026 27:19

We are not as quiet as mimes as we discuss the creepy scene with Klaus, and also go on a rant about the healthcare system. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Nasty Trick -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 5 12.02.2026 42:16

The gang discusses poisoning children, the benefits of leg-lengthening surgery, and ND makes people cry again. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Perfect Partnership--The Miserable Mill Ch. 4 26.01.2026 37:48

In which we talk town pride and backbones. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Banjo -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 3 21.01.2026 31:35

The gang discusses the importance of going bald, Goodwin discusses the finer details of lumber works, and ND pulls a Mr. Poe (handkerchief and all) Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even Optimism Has Its Limits -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 2 12.01.2026 30:46

The children receive instructions and report to a dormitory. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gorilla Billboard-illa -- The Miserable Mill Ch. 1 06.01.2026 38:59

Today the squad references edible moss, hating Mr. Poe, schlocky tv and gay hockey boys for your new year, Enjoy! Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Episode Photo by Rob Potter on Unsplash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Critical Comparisons--Netflix Show ep. 5&6 28.12.2025 1:18:24

We compare Netflix's Wide Window to the book.... and the movie Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Episode photo by Mitchell Orr on Unsplash . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Calamitous Cinema -- Series of Unfortunate Events Movie 23.12.2025 1:17:37

Britni, Marjorie, Goodwin, and ND decide to forgo the 2004 movie to watch The Littlest Elf and snuggle whole baskets of kittens. Unfortunately, Brad Silberling has kidnapped Mr. Lemony Snicket and we must listen to the dastardly director and our beloved author commentate on the movie itself. Britni's brain melts, Marjorie discusses casting choices, ND laments their popcorn, and Snicket speaks dire...

The Weep Cap -- The Wide Window Recap 16.12.2025 40:03

We unanimously decide that Aunt Josephine sucks and that Larry is the best! Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Episode photo by Mitchell Orr on Unsplash . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dockside Dash -- The Wide Window Ch. 13 08.12.2025 29:20

Today, Marjorie has a class full of apple lovers, Britni's children have great costume ideas, ND loves and appreciates the homies <3 and Goodwin takes the rap for anti orphan discourse. Show art by Castor Choate. To contact them, reach out to us at templeofreadingcircle@gmail.com. Music by Aleksey Chistilin . Find more of Aleksey's work on Spotify and YouTube . Episode photo by Mitchell Orr on...