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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#056: The Incredible Hulk in Planet Hulk (Comic 2006) “Hulk smash!” 19.01.2016 1:01:28

Description This week we talk about the Incredible Hulk from the instantly classic story Planet Hulk. You might think the Hulk is not your cup of tea, but this story is for everyone and topics of conversation include happiness, the … Continue reading →

#055: Alicia Alarcón and Julio Olmedo in Episodes 1-2 of Gran Hotel (TV 2011) “I see something shiny!” 12.01.2016 1:06:16

Description Join us as we discuss Alicia Alarcón and Julio Olmedo from the Spanish television drama Grand Hotel. A murder mystery set in 1900s Spain. Grand Hotel packs a season’s worth of Downton Abbey-style soap opera into each episode. No … Continue reading →

#054: Special: 2015 Year in Review “That train of thought derailed.” 05.01.2016 1:09:18

Description With one year in the books, Joe and Todd look back on the topics covered and respond to some listener feedback. Producer Andrew also helps discuss some stats and they tease future topics. SUPPORT US ON PATREON

#053: George Bailey in It’s a Wonderful Life (Film 1946) “Hello, Bedford Falls!” 29.12.2015 1:05:22

Description It’s A Wonderful Life, listeners, when we get the chance to talk about George Bailey in our final Christmas episode of the year. Fulfilling patreon contributor Jane’s request, we tackle a classic movie starring the man, the myth, the … Continue reading →

#052: Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol (Novella 1843) “Humbug!” 22.12.2015 1:15:39

Description Greetings listeners! If you’ve never heard of it, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is the tale of a miserly man named Ebeneezer Scrooge who discovers being horrible might not be the best lifestyle. Join us as we discuss … Continue reading →

#051: Buddy in Elf (Film 2003) “I’m a cotton-headed ninny-muggins!” 15.12.2015 56:20

Description This week Todd and Joe discuss one of the most recent additions to the Christmas movie pantheon. It’s Buddy the Elf in Jon Favreau’s 2003 comedy Elf. While there is no denying this film’s comedy (Will Ferrell’s performance is … Continue reading →

#050: Special: Christmas Special about Christmas Specials “If anyone has a contact at Hallmark …” 08.12.2015 56:44

Description Our 50th is a a special Christmas episode about Christmas specials! Producer Andrew looked up the titles of obscure made-for-TV Christmas movies, then Joe and Todd made up plot summaries. Listen to discover if the made-up plots are stranger … Continue reading →

#049: Big Bird in Christmas Eve on Sesame Street (TV 1978) “I think I froze my giblets.” 01.12.2015 56:35

Description Merry Christmas, listeners! Join Joe and Todd as they talk about Big Bird in the 1978 tv special Christmas on Sesame Street. They discuss the magic of Jim Henson’s creativity and Caroll Spinney’s amazing performance in the giant yellow … Continue reading →

#048: Lance Kilkenny in Kilkenny by Louis L’Amour (Novel 1954) “Fill your hand!” 24.11.2015 1:06:08

Description This week, we talk about a Western from a master of the genre, using the novel Kilkenny by Louis L’Amour as our subject of discussion. Lance Kilkenny is a cowboy with a violent past, a firm sense of justice, … Continue reading →

#047: Lucy Eleanor Moderatz in While You Were Sleeping (Film 1995) “He looks like he’s … leaning.” 17.11.2015 1:07:49

Description Tackling their first romantic comedy, Joe and Todd talk about Lucy in While You Were Sleeping. Listen, as they tackle such topics as quotable lines, the awesomeness of Joe Jr., and Lucy’s decisiveness. SUPPORT US ON PATREON Show Notes … Continue reading →

#046: Coyote and Jones in Gunnerkrigg Court (Comic 2015) “What are you?” 10.11.2015 55:37

Description It’s a week of big ideas as Todd and Joe discuss Coyote and Jones from the webcomic Gunnerkrigg Court. Join us as we discuss creation, creativity, tricksters, and, if you listen carefully, you’ll hear Todd’s heart break while discussing … Continue reading →

#045: Marie Barone in Everybody Loves Raymond (TV 1998) “You know what makes me happy? Butter!” 03.11.2015 56:22

Description Joe and Todd talk about Marie Baron from Everybody Loves Raymond. Listen as they tackle bitterness, tradition, and tofu turkeys in a classic Thanksgiving episode. SUPPORT US ON PATREON Show Notes Everybody Loves Raymond – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia … Continue reading →

#044: Special: Halloween Draft: The Mt. Rushmore of Fear “… That was disturbing.” 27.10.2015 1:06:51

Description: Listener beware! Joe, Todd, and special guest Todd Petersen each build their own Mt. Rushmore of Fear, each selecting their four most frightening images from pop culture to carve on a mountainside. And (it turns out) discussing the scariest … Continue reading →

#043: Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone (Novel 1997) “There are some things you can’t share without ending up liking each other …” 20.10.2015 1:10:25

Description You knew this one was coming. It was only a matter of time before Todd and Joe tackled Harry Potter. Listen, as they are joined by special guest Tianna Homer, to discuss Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s/Philosopher’s Stone. SUPPORT … Continue reading →

#042: Peter Venkman in Ghostbusters (Film 1984) “Don’t cross the streams.” 12.10.2015 1:07:54

Description Joe and Todd discuss Peter Venkman from Ghostbusters, one of the classic action comedies of the 1980s. Is the character just ad-libbed jibes, or is there something more to the quippiest member of the quartet? SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

#041: Bruce Wayne/Batman in Batman Vol. 1: The Court of Owls (Comic 2011) “Gotham is Batman.” 06.10.2015 1:04:28

Description Joe, Todd, and returning guest Todd Petersen talk about Batman/Bruce Wayne in a comic book storyline called “The Court of Owls.” Join us as we talk about the Dark Knight and this story written by Scott Snyder and drawn … Continue reading →

#040: Sally Sparrow in “Blink” S03E10 of Dr. Who (TV 2007) “Don’t blink.” 29.09.2015 1:10:02

Description This week, Todd and Joe talk about “Blink,” the gateway episode for many Doctor Who fans. What makes Sally Sparrow such a great character, and what makes the Weeping Angels such great villains? SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show Notes … Continue reading →

#039: C. Auguste Dupin in “Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe (Short Story 1841) “Extraordinary Murders!” 22.09.2015 57:45

Description If you’re a fan of detective stories or crime procedurals, you’ll want to hear Joe and Todd discuss C. Auguste Dupin from “Murders in the Rue Morgue.” This short story written in 1841 by Edgar Allan Poe is considered … Continue reading →

#038: Buzz and Woody in Toy Story (Film 1995) “YOU ARE A TOY!” 15.09.2015 1:17:47

Description Todd and Joe bring on special guest Joseph Hegstrom Pratt to talk about Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Pixar’s Toy Story (1995). It’s hard to believe it’s already been 20 years since we were introduced to those two characters … Continue reading →

#037: Phil Sheldon in Marvels (Comic 1994) “Look up for once in your lives!” 08.09.2015 1:10:47

Description This week, Joe and Todd discuss Phil Sheldon from the comic book series Marvels by Alex Ross and Kurt Busiek. Join us as we talk about issues of modernity, celebrity culture, and our sense of wonder with the miracles … Continue reading →

#036: Aang in “Bitter Work” S02E09 of Avatar: The Last Airbender (TV 2006) “C’mon Twinkle Toes!” 01.09.2015 1:02:09

Description Todd and Joe, with some helpful expertise from producer Andrew, talk about Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender (not the blue alien movie by James Cameron nor the Shyamalan film, they’re talking about the cartoon series on Nickelodeon). Listen … Continue reading →

#035: Rudy Ruettiger in Rudy (Film 1993) “You’re 5 foot nothin’, 100 and nothin’, and you have barely a speck of athletic ability.” 25.08.2015 1:03:45

Description In preparation for the glorious football season that is soon upon us, Joe and Todd discuss the classic underdog story, Rudy. What parts in the film are true, what parts are inspirational, and what parts make the guys tear … Continue reading →

#034: Thursday Next in The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde (Novel 2001) “The barriers between reality and fiction are softer than we think.” 18.08.2015 1:03:20

Description Along with special guest Kjerste Christensen, Todd and Joe discuss Thursday Next, the protagonist of the novel The Eyre Affair. Alternative history, science fiction, mystery, postmodernism, and general absurdity are all topics for discussion. SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show … Continue reading →

#033: Asterios Polyp in Asterios Polyp (Comic 2009) “Life is stressful dear.” 11.08.2015 58:37

Description This week, Todd and Joe talk about a modern classic, the graphic novel Asterios Polyp. The complex narrative ended up giving them more to think about than they realized when the conversation started. Show Notes SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →

#032: Dr. Temperance “Bones” Brennan in “The Man on Death Row” S01E07 of Bones (TV 2005) “I don’t know what that means.” 04.08.2015 1:01:41

Description Joe and Todd discuss the protagonist of a long-running television series, Temperance “Bones” Brennan. They also touch on her partner, Seeley Booth, and the interns who help to solve crimes in the tv series Bones. SUPPORT US ON PATREON … Continue reading →