The Prince Kai Fan Pod

*Chapter Discussion starts at 20:32* The rampion crew is watching the news feeds as they show the Lunar attack on New Beijing Palace. Though the Eastern Commonwealth military has held the soldiers at bay, many lives have been lost and young men and women all over the world are eagerly signing up to join the war forces.  After much hesitation, Cinder is forced to admit, it's time to send Kai home....

*Chapter Discussion starts at 32:34* Jacin goes before Queen Levana to receive his new orders as Winter’s Personal Guard. But being her guard isn’t the same as being her friend. Jacin and Winter must try to find a balance in their relationship.  As the Rampion Crew sort through supplies, Thorne arrives to reveal he can finally see again! As the crew celebrates the return of Thorne’s eyesight, Cres...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 14:05* Cress checks on the Benoit farm for Wolf, offering him comfort in his lonely and depressed state. Captain Carswell Thorne can see vague shadows and lights, but his eyesight still hasn’t fully returned. Jacin awakens from his suspension tank, fully healed physically, but still scarred emotionally.  Aimery arrives, ready to take Jacin to the queen for his new ord...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 15:36* Cinder is desperate to hold onto her little paradise of life with the Rampion Crew, but the war on Earth wages on.  Kai has been helpful and kind throughout his ‘kidnapping’ but is starting to feel restless as his lack of contribution to their efforts. Scarlet is visited by Winter, who brings a treat and news.  While learning of the safety of her friends, Scarl...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 21:16* Jacin defends his innocence to Levana and the Lunar court, while Aimery tries a lazy hand at sabotage and loses his head. Winter is a girl made of ice and snow, awaiting the verdict of Jacin's fate; but the Queen only has time for one of his tales. While suffering his penance for his crimes, Winter sneaks away from her guards to visit Jacin.  Jacin shows a rare...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 14:09* In the first chapter of Winter, we see the beautiful palace of Artemisia for the cold and horrific place it really is. Winter may be a girl of ice and glass, but the Queen is a woman filled with rage, and impatient with court proceedings. A Lunar janitor begs for the life of his shell child, Aimery Park loses his head during court, and Jacin Clay is brought bac...

Another Disney Topical Episode! As we take a break in between Fairest and Winter, Bethanie and her husband Quentin take the time to discuss the Disney film Wall-E. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Quentin Finger. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram. Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hoste...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 4:45* In the shocking finale of Fairest, Levana sacrifices the only love she has ever known, in hopes of one day conquering Earth instead. She makes a final promise as her wedding vows echo in her head, and Channarys words come back to haunt her. Love is a conquest. Love is a war. Here is what I think of love. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger,...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 8:55* Readers finally get the reveal of how Levana got her scars and burns, and why she is constantly haunted by the phrase "Come here, baby sister...".  Levana is overwhelmed with tears but once she calms herself down after her fight with Evret and dons her first veil, she heads to Channarys room. In a fit of rage, she destroys Channarys mirror and orders that all mi...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 4:12* One year has passed since Princess Selene's 'death' and Levana has quickly become the best queen Luna has ever had. She has everything she has ever wanted, except Evret's heart.  As she watches him play with Jacin and Winter, Levana finds herself longing for his affection.  After picking a fight with him, Evret storms off, and Levana faces another hard truth: Lu...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 22:48* As Levana devises a plan to become the Queen, and not the Queen Regent, Selene and Winter develop a bond as cousins, and friends. Selene, Winter, Jacin, and Evret all enjoy a birthday celebration for Selene's 3rd, while Levana sets into motion the events that will change their lives forever. After announcing the loss of Selene, Levana dedicates more time and en...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 27:13* Newly anointed Queen Levana is in need of a new Head Thaumaturge, and she can think of no better candidate than her girl Sybil Mira. Despite the lack of confidence she receives from her advisors, Levana is proving to be a most successful queen. As she discusses her success as Queen with Evret, he plays with a young Winter and listens intently. Evret has concern...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 20:34* As Levana settles into her new role as Wife, she learns married life isn't all she thought it would be. To make matters worse, she has yet to bond with her new stepdaughter Winter, or new niece Selene. Channary, however, has bonded well with Selene and takes to motherhood with grace and enthusiasm no one expected. But a surprise illness leaves Selene without a...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 10:08* As Levana continues her pursuit of Evret, she uses her glamour control over him to commit the ultimate sin.  After their night together, Levana determines they will marry, no matter what Evret may say to the contrary. A secret ceremony is held that very night and Levana can finally call evret her husband.  When Channary learns of Levina's marriage, her fury is...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 7:23* Channary and Levana discuss the concepts of love and relationships. Channary accuses Levana of manipulating her relationship, while Levana reminds Channary that she has never had love.  Evret and Levana also have conflicting definitions of love and they conversation turns to arguing as Levana reveals her true intentions for her and Evret. This podcast is Hosted...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 25:47* As Levana waits for Evret in the hospital, she grows bored and wanders to the NICU where she sees his newborn daughter. She feels a strange longing to connect with the baby and Evret, but he only has eyes for his newborn baby girl. Levana tries and fails to comfort him, her callous words too severe so soon after the loss of his wife. Two weeks later, Levana gro...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 29:21* An interested Levana and a bored Channary sit in on a meeting with the head thaumaturges and other advisors.  The thaumaturges have news that could change the fate of Earthen and Lunar relations, and a new thaumaturge catches Levana’s eye. Following the meeting, Evret is told his wife is in labor. Levana escorts him to the hospital and as she waits in the hospi...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 11:40* Channary's coronation is cause for a huge celebration in Artemisa, but Levana can't find it in herself to be happy for her sister, or her kingdom. Levana wears the face of an invisible girl but bows and supports her sister as she is supposed to.  Her sixteenth birthday should be cause for her own celebration, yet Levana is still in Channarys shadow. The guests...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 4:39* As Levana and Channary receive half-hearted condolences at their parent's funeral, Levana only has eyes for Evret, a royal guard of her father who she has had a crush on for seven years. After meeting his beautiful wife, Solstice, Levana feels pangs of jealousy at the love they share. Following the funeral, Levana heads to see Solstice, who works as a popular se...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 9:31* As we start book 3.5, Fairest, we get our first insight into a young Levana. As she prepares for the funeral of her parents, we see what life is like for the Lunar princess and gain insight into her strange family dynamics.  This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Rampion Crew Patreon Member Madlyn.  Logo Art was created by...

Join Bethanie and special guest author Marissa Meyer as we wrap up Cress and reflect on the character and plot development. We also discuss Instant Karma and her upcoming release Gilded, set to come out November 2021, now available for preorder.  This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest was best-selling author Marissa Meyer from The Happy Writer podcast. Logo A...

Join Bethanie and Adapted For Your Viewing Podcast Host Amanda Elligan as we discuss Cress and the 2013 Animated Disney FilmTangled! This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Amanda Elligan. Logo Art was created by Angela Wong on Instagram. Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 17:13* In the 100th episode of PKFP we look back on some of our favorite moments from the show and then dive into a discussion on the last chapter of Cress. As Kai absorbs the news that Cinder is Princess Selene, he comes to the realization that there is more to be done to overthrow Levana. Before a plan can be formalized, a terrifying news alert shocks the rampion cr...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 18:59* Kai wakes up rested and furious aboard the Rampion. After meeting Thorne, Cress, and Wolf, he seeks out Cinder for some much-needed answers. Iko is embarrassed for Kai to see her in her injured state and must sneak out of the room before being seen. As Kai and Cinder dance around their feelings, Cinder finally reveals the truth about Princess Selene, but she ma...

*Chapter Discussion starts at 12:51* We finally get to see our girl, Scarlet! She is plagued by nightmares and living in a small cage in a menagerie as a 'pet' and her future is looking bleak. She is also missing a finger, underfed, and her living conditions are subpar, to say the least. Scarlet is visited in her cell, I mean cage, by the beautiful and strange Princess Winter. Winter comes to ask...