Dueling Genre Productions

The Protagonist Podcast

Arts EN ↓ 606 episodes

Each week we discuss a great character in a great story. Hosted by Joseph J. Darowski.

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#106: Pi Patel in Life of Pi (Novel 2001) “Only fear can defeat life.” 27.12.2016 1:10:40

Description Joe and Todd are joined by special guest Alana Howlett to discuss the novel Life of Pi. They talk about belief and contradictions, display how much and how little they know about the number pi, and debate what makes … Continue reading →

#105: Special: Christmas Pitches 2017 “There is a lesson to be learned about Christmas pirates.” 20.12.2016 1:16:34

Description Christmas Special 2016! Todd and Joe make up plots based on the titles of Christmas movies they’ve never seen, and it’s a mix of “I could see that being produced” to “Uh…how much egg nog were you drinking before … Continue reading →

#104: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Novel 1998) “It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are.” 13.12.2016 1:12:48

Description Todd and Joe are joined by special guest Zach Glassett to discuss the novel Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling. They talk about character evolution, a bad red herring for a mystery, and the awesomeness … Continue reading →

#103: Judy, Phil, Betty, and Bob in White Christmas (Film 1954) “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas” 06.12.2016 1:12:36

Description This week, Todd and Joe tackle a classic holiday film: White Christmas. Listen as they discuss Irving Berlin’s surprising personal history, speculate about the small-town economics of Pine Tree, Vermont, and heap some deserving praise on the singing and … Continue reading →

#102: Tyler in Hero Bear and the Kid (2002-03) “100% nice 100% of the time” 29.11.2016 56:53

Description This week, Joe and Todd talk about Herobear and the Kid, a charming comic book written and drawn by Mike Kunkel. We discuss issues of belief, the surprisingly complex art and story, and the seasonal twist at the end. … Continue reading →

#101: The town of Cicely, Alaska in Northern Exposure (TV 1990-95) “There is no hidden agenda with this man.” 22.11.2016 1:11:53

Description In this episode Todd and Joe discuss the town of Cicely Alaska in the hit TV series Northern Exposure. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SIGN UP FOR A 30-DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME SIGN UP FOR … Continue reading →

#100: Special: 100th Episode “Trust the team.” 15.11.2016 1:11:25

Description This week, Todd, Joe, and Andrew reveal the most popular episodes they’ve released, look at some of what may be coming in the future, and respond to listener feedback. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SIGN UP FOR … Continue reading →

#099: Holden Caulfield in Catcher in the Rye (Novel 1951) “I was surrounded by phonies.” 07.11.2016 1:11:39

Description Hey listeners, Holden Caufield thinks you’re all phonies. This week Old Todd and Old Joe talk about a sort of classic. Well at least pretentious phonies always talk like The Catcher in the Rye is a classic. That kills … Continue reading →

#098: Special: Halloween Special 2016 “Now I’m afraid to go to the bathroom.” 31.10.2016 1:07:39

Description This week, Joe and Todd are joined by returning guest Todd Petersen for a Halloween special. Everyone pitches five supernaturally themed tv specials to The Protagonist TV Network. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SIGN UP FOR A … Continue reading →

#097: Nausicaa in Nausicaa of The Valley of the Wind (Film 1984) “There’s nothing to fear …” 25.10.2016 1:05:50

Description This week, Todd and Joe are joined by returning guest John Darowski to discuss Nausicaa from the Hayao Miyazaki film Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind. They discuss her characteristics, what makes a good leader, and try to … Continue reading →

#096: Elinor and Marianne in Sense and Sensibility (Novel 1811) “Know your own happiness.” 21.10.2016 59:53

Description As a special bonus episode, Todd and Joe talk about Elinor and Marianne from Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen. They talk about the romantic mindset, whether or not the ending works, and debate the existence of an engagement. … Continue reading →

#095: Nami in One Piece (Manga 1999) “Girls have to be strong too.” 18.10.2016 1:23:42

Description This week, Todd, Joe, and Andrew discuss the most popular manga of all time, One Piece. We discuss Nami’s tragic back story, her awesome Mom, and the blend of absurd silliness and emotional depth. Support the Show SUPPORT US … Continue reading →

#094: Eleven in Stranger Things (TV 2016) “Mouth breather.” 12.10.2016 1:20:39

Description Join Todd and Joe as they discuss the creepy Netflix phenomenon, Stranger Things. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SIGN UP FOR A 30-DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME SIGN UP FOR A 30-DAY FREE TRIAL OF AUDIBLE.COM … Continue reading →

#093: Danny and his father in Danny The Champion of the World by Roald Dahl (Novel 1975) “What a child wants -and DESERVES- is a parent who is SPARKY!” 04.10.2016 1:04:25

Description Join us this week as we discuss Danny, the Champion of the World, a Roald Dahl novel from 1975. We talk about morality, Dahl’s writing style, and rights of passage. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SIGN UP … Continue reading →

#092: Coach Herman Boone in Remember the Titans (Film 2000) “I will not be intimidated. That’s just the way it is.” 27.09.2016 1:12:38

Description Todd and Joe talk about Coach Boone from the classic football movie Remember the Titans. Topics of discussion include the “true” part of “inspired by a true story,” positive and negative characteristics of Coach Boone, and how entertainment deals … Continue reading →

#091: Charles Christopher in The Abominable Charles Christopher (Web Comic 2007-) “…” 20.09.2016 59:33

Description This week, Todd and Joe talk about Charles Christopher, the mute sasquatch creature from the webcomic The Abominable Charles Christopher by Karl Kerschl. We discuss what makes this silent giant lovable, the verbose forest creatures that surround him, and … Continue reading →

#090: Shawn Spencer and Burton Gustor in Psych (TV 2006-14) “I’m not 27 anymore. I can do whatever I want.” 13.09.2016 1:01:42

Description Todd and Joe talk about one of TV’s most entertaining set of best friends: Shawn and Gus from Psych. We discuss the the show’s goofball tone, how much these two need each other, and take some time to acknowledge … Continue reading →

#089: Orual in Till We Have Faces (Novel 1956) “Are the gods not just?” 06.09.2016 1:18:17

Description This week, Todd and Joe talk about Orual from the C.S. Lewis novel Till We Have Faces. We discuss mythology, love, and a rather ambiguous ending. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON SIGN UP FOR A 30-DAY FREE … Continue reading →

#088: The Joker in The Dark Knight (Film 2008) “Why so serious?” 30.08.2016 1:13:17

Description This week, Todd, Joe, and special guest Henry Darowski talk about The Joker from the 2008 film The Dark Knight. Topics of discussion include chaos, Heath Ledger’s brilliant performance, and a scene we wish was in the film. Support … Continue reading →

#087: Dr Strange in Dr. Strange: The Oath (Comic 2006-07) “The best that doctors can do is take care of the people who entrust their lives to us.” 23.08.2016 57:58

Description Get ready for the upcoming film by listening to Todd and Joe talk about Doctor Strange: The Oath. They talk about magic, doctors, and the impact of abstract threats in a narrative. Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

#086: Anne Shirley in Anne of Green Gables (TV 1985) “Anne with an ‘E’” 16.08.2016 1:10:29

Description This week, Todd and Joe talk about a beloved classic, the 1995 adaptation of Anne of Green Gables. We talk about romanticism versus realism, Anne’s dramatic streak, and Canadian pronunciation of “sorry.” Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

#085: Ponyboy Curtis in The Outsiders (Novel 1967) “Stay gold, Ponyboy … Stay gold.” 09.08.2016 1:13:09

Description Todd and Joe talk about Ponyboy from S.E. Hinton’s classic novel The Outsiders. Topics of discussion include using issues of identity, adolescence, and if there was a better way to spell “Socs.” Support the Show SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

#084: Lizzie Bennet in The Lizzie Bennet Diaries (mixed media 2012) “It is a truth universally acknowledged …” 02.08.2016 1:10:08

Description This week Joe and Todd are rejoined by special guest Kjerste Christensen to discuss the Lizzie Bennet Diaries. We talk about what is unique about a YouTube/social media adaptation of Pride and Prejudice and how in the world they … Continue reading →

#083: Calvin and Hobbes in Calvin and Hobbes (Comic 1985-1995) “Let’s go exploring.” 26.07.2016 1:14:47

Description This week, We’re talking about Calvin and Hobbes from the brilliant comic strip by Bill Watterson. Topics of discussion include the somber undercurrent of the series, Calvin’s awesome parents, and the optimistic counterpoint to that aforementioned somberness. Support the … Continue reading →

#082: Malcolm Reynolds in Firefly (TV 2003) “Yes sir, Captain Tight Pants!” 19.07.2016 1:10:29

Description This week, we discuss Mal Reynolds from the TV show Firefly. Topics include honor, codes of ethics, and how great the crew of Serenity are. We also talk existentialist bounty hunters, as one does when tackling postmodern sci-fi/Western mashups. … Continue reading →