Words And Whiskey

Lo Howlers! Today, we chat about the political intrigue of Darrow's story, Lysander's cheeky little run in with a gold, Eph drinking himself nearly to death, and Lyria running for her life. All in all, feels like a good time for out folks! Next week, we'll be reading through Chapter 13 through 18. You can also check out our schedule, linked below! Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscr...

Lo Howlers! Today, we chat about a number of things, but MOSTLY Iron Gold! We discuss the reintroduction of Darrow, why he makes for a poor father, and why Eph the emo is so damn cool. Next week, we'll be reading through Chapter 12. I promise I double triple crazy checked. Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or...

Lo Howlers! Today, we're kicking off Iron Gold! This is our breakdown of expectations moving into the second part of our series tackling Pierce Brown's Red Rising Saga. We're SO stoked to continue here. Next week, we'll be reading through Chapter 6, up until page 54. We messed this up in both our episodes - Through chapter 6! First up is our wrap-up with Kyle Lieberman for Morning Star. Second, is...

Lo Howlers! Today we're talking all things Original Trilogy Red Rising with HOWLER POD! We're so excited to have both Ben and Erin on. This episode was some of the most fun we've had recording- and we hope you enjoy it just as much. Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever. It goes a long way to helping...

Lo Howlers! Today, we're chatting with our old friend, Kyle Lieberman about ALL OF MORNING STAR! If you thought you liked having one PJ on the podcast, imagine having two! We're so excited to have him on the podcast. We chat about all kinds of madness, including PJ's fuming hate for Cassius Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iT...

Lo Howlers! Today, we finish the original trilogy by rounding out Morning Star. You're in for a long one, as we tackle all of the final moments in detail. We wrap up a lot of the speculation, and can finally dig into what PJ thinks about this series. Don't worry though, we're not done with Red Rising. We're going to cover the next books two books, plus the prequel comics. But for most of this mont...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles chapters 50 through 59. This week, we discuss some tragic choices that Darrow makes, a wonderful wedding, and... Wolfcentaur hybrids that Dr. Virany and mickey are hiding? For next weeks episode, we'll be reading THROUGH THE END! Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or whereve...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles chapters 43 through 49. This week, we've got a great conversation about one of the MOST EPIC SPACE BATTLES depicted in a novel. Ever. Claps all around. Also, as a note: Around 36:00 minutes, Kross's microphone decided to quit on him, and switched over to his laptop. We did our best at repairing the audio, but it doesn't sound amazing. Just a heads up. For next w...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles chapters 35 through 42. This is an interesting conversation- one that winds up and down, through and around the all the way out to the Rim. We're psyched to talk about one of Kross's favorite characters showing up in angry fashion as well, and whats to come next. For next weeks episode, we'll be reading through chapter 49. Beyond that, please be sure to follow u...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles some HARD topics. We're discussing chapters 28 through . We discuss The ORIGINAL Son of Ares, Quicksilver, and the overall implications of him entering the story here, and now. Now that we've started the book, we can start reading! For next weeks episode, we'll be reading through chapter 42. Another new announcement: We're now on Youtube! We're a little bit behi...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles the second of part 2 of Morning Star, titled "Rage". We're discussing chapters 20 through 27. We discuss The ORIGINAL Son of Ares, Quicksilver, and the overall implications of him entering the story here, and now. Now that we've started the book, we can start reading! For next weeks episode, we'll be reading through chapter 34, which is the end of part 2 rage.....

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles the first of part 2 of Morning Star, titled "Rage". We're discussing chapters 13 through 19, and it's a relief compared to the nightmare that was last week! Now that we've started the book, we can start reading! For next weeks episode, we'll be reading through chapter 27. Another new announcement: We're now on Youtube! We're a little bit behind, but almost all o...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles the second half of part 1 of Morning Star, titled "Thorns". We're discussing chapters 8 through 12, and it's a relief compared to the nightmare that was last week! Now that we've started the book, we can start reading! For next weeks episode, we'll be finishing out part two, reading through chapter 19. Another new announcement: We're now on Youtube! We're a litt...

Lo Howlers! Today's episode tackles the first half of part 1 of Morning Star, titled "Thorns". We're discussing chapters 1 through 7, and it's a fascinating conversation. Now that we've started the book, we can start reading! For next weeks episode, we'll be finishing out part two, reading through chapter 12. Another new announcement: We're now on Youtube! We're a little bit behind, but almost all...

Hey listeners! Today's episode announces and examines the third book in the Red Rising Saga, and the end of the first trilogy: Morning Star. We're SO excited to begin this journey. Now that we've started the book, we can start reading! For next weeks episode, read through Chapter 7. Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iTunes, St...

Hey listeners! Before diving into the next novel, we're bringing you another short treat. Today's episode is brought to you by a familiar name! This story is from the collection "From a Certain Perspective", which follows along Episode IV "A New Hope" From Star Wars! We have a link in the show notes, if you haven't yet read it, and need to purchase a copy. Beyond that, please be sure to follow us...

Hey listeners! Today we're doing our wrap-up episode with Tibb from the Sons of Ares discord! It's a fantastic conversation that I don't think you're going to want to miss. We cover a wide range of topics, and one that i've wanted to talk about on the show for a long time. We cover the gamut, from sexuality in the novels, to our favorite moments with our Space Racists™. The second two episodes com...

Hey listeners! Today we're breaking down the second half of part IV "Ruin", Chapters 47 THROUGH THE END! This episode is just manic, and depressing, and good, and... all things Golden Son. You know how it goes. Next week it going to be a bit of a doozy! We've got three episodes tee'd up for you. The first, coming on Monday is our Wrap-up Episode with Tibb from the Sons of Ares discord! It's a fant...

Hey listeners! Today we’re breaking down Chapters 40 through 46. This is through the end of Part 3, Conquer. This section is INCREDIBLE. So much happens. Some big ass questions happen including- Who ARES is! In classic, Pierce Brown form- Shit Escalates. Next week we'll be reading the second half of part IV "Ruin", Chapters 47 THROUGH THE END! Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe...

Hey listeners! Today we’re breaking down Chapters 32 through 39. This is through the end of Part 3, Conquer. We cover Lorn and his ideologies, some incredible sci-fi space battle scenes, and... Ant-farms. We had a blast going off on a handful of side conversations, Andrew had some fun in the edit... this episode is just fun. Next week we'll be reading the first half of part IV "Ruin", Chapters 40...

Hey listeners! Today we’re breaking down Chapters 25 through 32. This is through the start of Part 3, Conquer. This episode is a bit meandering, but we get into some good discussions about the intention of Darrow, Aja, and Lorn. We also say goodbye to an... okay character. Next we'll be finishing up Part 3, Conquer by reading through chapter 39. Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscrib...

Hey listeners! Today's episode explores through Chapter 24 of Golden Son! We have a LOT of fun inside this one... mostly the Starshells. This is like the best, this chapter has some of the greatest action sequences in fiction. Also, we talk about the real theme of the books- Cooks and their impact on Darrow. Next we'll pick kicking off part 3 Conquer, through chapter 32. Beyond that, please be sur...

Hey listeners! Today's episode explores through Chapter 19 of Golden Son! This episode holds some of my favorite moments in the entire series. We cover a lot of very interesting ground, and found new mysteries. Also, super arson. JOIN US! Plus like, I picked an incredible chapter for a cliffhanger for the week, you feel? Next we'll be finishing up Part 2: Break, by reading through chapter 24! Beyo...

Hey listeners! Today's episode explores through Chapter 12 of Golden Son! There's a lot of political machinations happening, where we get insight into a depressed, beaten down Darrow... before he comes up with his plan. Beyond that, please be sure to follow us or subscribe on your podcatcher of choice, and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever. It goes a long way to helping the podcast g...

Hey listeners! Today's episode explores through Chapter 7 of Golden Son! We read through part one, and the first chapter of Part 2. It's an INCREDIBLE episode... and most importantly, you'll find that my audio has gotten dramatically better. It's the new microphone! Next week, we'll be reading Chapter 8 THROUGH Chapter 12. This is a change meant to make life better for everyone. Hahaha. Beyond tha...