Episode 2: Why Are We Like This?!

Welcome back to Adlib, and to our final episode covering The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins! In this episode we will be focusing on Mockingjay, the final installment in the series. We share our opinions covering both film adaptations (Part 1 and Part 2) and discuss both the text & media depictions of the series as a whole. Did the final two movies give us the conclusion we deserved? Was the decision to split the story into two films just a cash cow? How did this adaptation rank compared to its predecessors? And also, why do we hate Gale? You will have to listen to find out  Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

Happy Quarter Quell and welcome to Adlib's first ever sequel episode! This episode will cover both the novel and film adaptation of Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins—a book that singlehandedly defied second book syndrome and continues to stand out in our eyes as the perfect sequel. We'll discuss the main differences in where last book left off versus where this one picks up, specifically touching on how both the plot & the power imbalances imbedded within continue to shape Collins' world, revealing to readers a Panem poisoned by greed and grudges. Also, we get to talk about Finnick in this one. What could be better? Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

In this week's episode, we will be beginning our first ever series by diving into both the novel and film adaptation of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. As two people who grew up reading this series, we have lots to say about the ways in which Collins' story was adapted into movie form. We cover everything from casting to plot to world building, and have conversations about the monumental impact that this book had and continues to have on YA literature today.  Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

In this week's episode, we will be covering Hulu’s adaptation of Conversations with Friends—the debut novel of the very well-beloved Sally Rooney. We deep-dive into the major differences in the characters, plot, and writing of the show versus the novel, and give our candid, but unfortunate, opinions on why the show did not live up to our expectations. You’re gonna want to buckle up for this one. Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

In this week's episode, we will be discussing the page to screen adaptation of Normal People by Sally Rooney. We drive into Rooney's unique writing style, the captivating relationship between Marianne & Connell, and the intricacies of the story that make it stand out both in novel and episode form.  Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod) Michelle's Normal People Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5NmSPcojRpdyJtnrbOlLHz?si=msstqpIzQdCdbT_lKCaj6Q

In this week's episode, we will be discussing the film Where the Crawdads Sing— an adaptation of a text that has taken the book community by storm. We'll share our thoughts on the story of Kya Clark & discuss the differences between the film adaption versus the novel. Did the meaning of Owens's story get lost in translation, or did this adaptation meet our expectations?  Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

This episode picks up where the last one left off, covering the second half of The Great Gatsby’s novel to film adaption. For part one of our discussion, make sure to listen to Episode 3! Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

In this week’s episode, we will be deep diving into F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby—a work of literature that is widely considered to be one of the Great American novels. We’ll breakdown the different storytelling techniques used by Fitzgerald versus Luhrmann, and offer our overall opinions on the transformation of this cautionary tale from page to screen Come back and listen to episode 4 for part two of our discussion! Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

In this week’s episode, we will be discussing the Netflix adaptation of Heartstopper by Alice Oseman. We’ll breakdown the effortlessly adorable relationship between Nick and Charlie in the novel versus the show, and give our takes on how well Oseman’s story translates from graphics to live action. Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)

Welcome to our first episode of Adlib! In this week's episode, we are entering the fold and discussing the Netflix adaptation of Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo. We'll cover everything from casting & plot, to our strong opinions on all your favorite Ravkans.  Follow our socials if you like what you hear and rate our show wherever you get your podcasts! Instagram: @adlibpod (https://www.instagram.com/adlibpod/) TikTok: @adlibpod (http://www.tiktok.com/@adlibpod) Twitter: @adlibpod (https://mobile.twitter.com/adlibpod)