Show 49 - Magic From the Dawn of Time
Hosted By: Joanna and Laurie
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In the News
Being native Minnesotans, we were especially shocked and saddened to learn about the bridge collapse that happened in Minneapolis last week. We talk about the response to the tragedy, as well as mention the condition of the bridges here in the Coastal Bend.
Satyrs, Centaurs and Fauns, Oh My!
We discuss one of our favorite authors, C. S. Lewis and mention his good friend, J. R. R. Tolkien, the author of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. We also talk about some of Lewis' influences, including Beatrix Potter and George MacDonald.
Joanna talks about "The Chronicles of Narnia," which is included in her list of favorite children's literature, and says that she would like to read "Till We Have Faces," which is one of C. S. Lewis' fantasy novels written for adults. She also talks about watching the BBC adaptation of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" and "Prince Caspian and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" as a child. She mentions how happy she is that Disney adapted "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" into a full-length movie in 2005 and that two more "Narnia" movies are currently in production.
Laurie recounts some of what she has learned while reading the collected letters of C. S. Lewis and shares an amusing story about Lewis and Tolkien.
From Pen Pals to Podcasts: Communication in Many Forms
Joanna highlights NarniaWeb, a great source for "Narnia" movie news. Beware if you click: The site has tons of spoilers!
Take the "Narnia" Personality Quiz if you're curious about what "Narnia" character you're most like. (Joanna=Puddleglum, the Marshwiggle!)
The Audiophile Reviews
Joanna talks about The NarniaWeb podcast.
What's on the (You)Tube?
After a five-year break, Silverchair is back with a new album titled "Young Modern," Joanna reports. She talks about enjoying the band's music as a teenager and how cool it was to be reminded of them again.
Watch Silverchair music videos: "Tomorrow," "Freak," "Anthem for the Year 2000," "Without You," and "Straight Lines"
Give a Little Bit
Laurie gives an update on Yusuf's recent activities, including his charity work with Small Kindness and his performance at the "Live Earth" concert in Hamburg, Germany.
Yusuf videos from "Live Earth": "Wild World" and "Ruins"
Word Play
We are easily amused, as evidenced by our delight in the LOLCat Translator and Lauries description of a picture at I Can Has Cheeseburger?
Have You Heard?
Laurie talks about the PBS special, "Last of the Breed," which features Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Ray Price.
Nut of the Week
We are appalled that medical therapy for "Restless Legs Syndrome" may trigger compulsive gambling.
Funky Food
We laugh about the food quotes from Orson Wells, Erma Bombeck and others.
Music Credits
"Breakable," by Ingrid Michaelson. Check out Ingrid Michaelson's MySpace page to learn more about her music.
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Labels: C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Silverchair, The Chronicles of Narnia, Willie Nelson, Yusuf
