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The Damsel Dialogues

Sarah Winchester & Jessica Reiner-Harris

Delve into the damsels that developed our psyches. A pinch of history, a dollop of psychology, and a sprinkle of fairy dust. And, of course, jokes. *Season 2: Damsels of Death* Macabre mistresses, creepy chicks. Mysterious mavens from cartoon flicks. What can they teach us of Death and beyond? The Damsels of Death, the show must go on! *Season 1- Princesses: Where Did They Come From, and Where Have They Taken Us?* Explore animated princesses from literary origin to lessons learned. A little

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01:39:05

Damsels of Death Ep. 6 - Miss-Identity, Misogyny and...

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/11/16

Boys and girls of every age, wouldn't you like to see something strange? Come with us and you will see, Season 2's Finale!Join the Damsels of Death as we discuss the classic Nightmare Before Christmas and the lesser known but gorgeous film, Jack and the Cuckoo Clock Heart. Both films feature an unfulfilled guy named Jack, but more importantly show us women that approach the world in very different ways. Learn about the origins of Halloween, Christmas and midwifery, the folly of cultural

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00:56:23

Damsels of Death Ep. 5 - Damsels del Dia de Los Muertos

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/11/02

Dia De Los Muertos is here! Come with us as we delve into the origins, history, traditions and depictions of a holiday that celebrates death as a part of life. The women of Coco and Book of Life show us the importance of family, strength, music and remembering those that have passed on. Delve into the Aztec and Mayan roots of the holiday, and learn how it became the celebration we know today. From Alibrijes to Xibalba, Mama Imelda to La Muerte-- Feliz Dia De Los Muertos! Music & SFX provided by

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01:17:24

Damsels of Death Ep. 4 - There Are No Small Parts,...

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/10/26

What do Lady Tottington from Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Wererabbit, Jenny Bennett from Monster House, and Elsa Van Helsing from Frankenweenie have in common? At first glance, not much, except that they are not the leads of their movies. But closer inspection shows us that they are each in a story that halts and stammers and explodes due to mob mentality. Groupthink. Mass delusion. When angry and scared people come together, terrible things can happen. Join us as we give these women their due

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00:54:27

Damsels of Death Ep. 3 - Hidden Worlds

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/10/19

When this world feels oppressive, mean or cruel (gee, what's that like?) it's tempting to imagine another world to which we could escape. Stories like Coraline and James and the Giant Peach mirror those fantasies in a magical, and sometimes grotesque, way, and allow us to envision what could be. There's the good: Giant insects that demonstrate real friendship, a wise cat guide...And there's the bad: A narcissistic spider witch of Romanian lore who traps her prey using their deepest desires, for

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01:13:31

Damsels of Death Ep. 2 - Family Die-namics

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/10/12

Family Expectations can truly be kooky, spooky, and altogether ooky, and even the most fantastical families have their issues. Join us for Episode 2 of Season 2, as we use The Addams Family and Hotel Transylvania to explore family dynamics. Learn about the history of vampires, goth culture and 1960’s television, while answering the question, “What is normal, anyway?” Wednesday, Morticia and Mavis are this week’s Damsels of Death, and they are dying for you to join us. SFX provided by

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01:19:22

Damsels of Death Ep. 1 - Undead & Unfinished

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/10/05

A ghost is said to be stuck on this mortal plane due to that ubiquitous phrase, "Unfinished Business." They are trapped, unable to move into the next phase because of something that happened while they were alive. Come with us in our inaugural episode of Season 2, The Damsels of Death, as we explore the unfinished business of Emily in The Corpse Bride, and Aggie Prendergast in Paranorman. Learn about the real origins of witches and zombies, and explore how film has used and changed these concepts to

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01:08:17

Episode 37: Raya - Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/09/16

Disney really stepped up their game in 2021 when they produced an entire animated feature from home, in quarantine, during a worldwide pandemic. For our final episode of season one, we are discussing Raya and the Last Dragon, a tale of learning to trust again after betrayal, and the absolute need humans have to rely upon each other in order to grow and live freely. These lessons are always relevant, but even more keenly so in the midst of the turmoil we are all experiencing. Join Sarah as she delves

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00:51:19

Episode 36: Moana - Moana (2016)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/09/09

"I have crossed the horizon to find you. I know your name. They have stolen the heart from inside you. But this does not define you. This is not who are you are. You know who you are." These lyrics and the entirety of Moana illustrate the importance and beauty of truly seeing someone for who they are. Whether in regards to the island of Motunui seeing Moana's true gifts and destiny, or Moana being able to see the truth behind Te Ka's anger, this gorgeous movie holds up empathetic connection as true

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00:58:18

Episode 35: Poppy - Trolls (2016)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/09/02

GLITTER! HUGS! DANCING! Those are the things that create happiness, right? Well, they are if you ask Princess Poppy, the unwaveringly perky princess in today's episode. Come bop your way through the history of Troll Dolls and the production of the 2016 film, and contemplate with Sarah and Jess what exactly happiness IS. Harvard has some things to say about it! Poppy may be a little much, but she is a great example of resilience in the face of fear, in stark contrast to Justin Trollberlake, also

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01:25:38

Episode 34: Elsa & Anna - Frozen (2013)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/26

For the First Time in Forever, we are doing TWO princesses in ONE episode. If you have a problem with that, just Let it Go. Ok, I'm done. If you haven't guessed already, this week's episode features Elsa and Anna from the absolute juggernaut of princess movies: FROZEN! Come learn about how Hans Christian Andersen's "The Snow Queen" inspired the film, and the majestic level of work and time and technology that went into this film, particularly the scene in which Elsa builds her ice fortress. Then

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00:47:34

Episode 33: Kaguya - The Tale of Princess Kaguya (2013)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/19

The Tale of Princess Kaguya is yet another masterpiece from Studio Ghibli, and boy are there many. This one has the distinction, however, of being conceived and written by Isao Takahata, Mayao Hiyazaki's partner in crime. This was the only film Takahata got to make with Studio Ghibli, and the work spanned decades due to his-- creative -- management style. But in the end, the film was gorgeous, and delved into what it means to be human, and all of the emotions and expectations that go along with it

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00:49:13

Episode 32: Merida - Brave (2012)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

MY NAME IS MERIDA, FIRST BORN OF CLAN DUNBROGH. AND I'LL BE SHOOTING FOR MY OWN HAND! This badass princess is breath of fresh Scottish air, and we are so excited to talk about her. Meet Merida, a girl who knows exactly who she is, and exactly who she isn't. She can't BEAR -- ahem -- how unhappy she is with her life of oppressive royal expectations, so she decides to, well, make a few poor choices. Hey, Ariel had the sea witch, Merida has the wood carver. Join us as Sarah explores the Scottish roots

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00:50:21

Episode 31: Vanellope - Wreck-It Ralph (2012)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

Have you ever felt like a glitch? Like something about you was wrong or insufficient? Meet Vanellope Von Schweetz from 2012's Wreck-It Ralph, a pixelated princess who wants nothing more than to be a racer; Whenever she tries, though, she malfunctions. She is called a glitch, and is ostracized from the others in her game. Learn about the incredibly fun development of the video game world within this movie, and let Vanellope's positive, and snarky, outlook on her decidedly traumatic life inspire you

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01:12:16

Episode 30: Rapunzel - Tangled (2010)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

What do you get when you combine Disney royalty, like Glen Keane and Alan Menken, with groundbreaking computer generated animation technology? Why, 2010's Tangled, of course! Join us as we marvel at the depth and complexity of the hair technology used for this film, explore the history of "Girl in a tower" tales, and use Mother Gothel as a lesson in gaslighting, narcissism and emotional abuse. FUN! No, but really, this episode is a blast, and has one of the most fun GAME TIMES yet! Can you name

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01:18:34

Episode 29: Tiana - The Princess & The Frog (2009)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

Princess Tiana is Disney’s first, and only, black princess, and her arrival was met with both excitement and disappointment. A gorgeous film with a blatant disregard for the Jim Crow era in which it’s set, The Princess and the Frog shows us the best and worst of the Disney formula. There’s the requisite magic, music and empowerment to follow one’s dreams, but these are deeply intertwined with whitewashing, cultural appropriation, and a lack of representation of POC behind-the-scenes. For this

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00:50:27

Episode 27: Giselle - Enchanted (2007)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

We all need some enchantment in our lives, especially these days. So who better to meet this week than the Princess of Andalasia herself, Giselle from Disney's Enchanted? Giselle is the child in all of us, seeing the beauty in the world, and sometimes missing the harsh realities. But Enchanted shows us that there is a necessary balance between the fantastical and the realistic. Join Sarah as she explores the making of the film and the innumerable easter eggs hidden throughout this love-letter to

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01:07:11

Episode 24: Daria - The Princess & The Pea (2002)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

What makes someone a princess? Is it merely a crown, or is it one's inherent goodness/kindness/purity/insert patriarchal positive feminine trait? Well look no further, because you can find the answer in 2002's Princess and the Pea, a "family" feature that illustrates that no matter what you do-- your fate is sealed by your genetics...Ok, so maybe that isn't what Feature Family Films was going for, but it certainly was the message we got. Join Sarah as she discusses the hysterical early versions of

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00:51:52

Episode 25: Selenia - Arthur & the Invisibles (2006)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/08/18

Arthur and the Invisibles introduces us to Princess Selenia: a "thousand year old teenager" drawn to look 18, voiced by a middle-aged Madonna, and romantically paired with 10-year old Arthur. Yep, you heard that correctly. The central "romance" of this movie is mind-bogglingly weird, a word Jess uses a majestic amount of times in this episode. Sarah explains where this movie came from and how it was made, Jess is grossed out by the WEIRDNESS of the messaging, and both wonder how on earth this movie

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01:22:50

Episode 28: Pea - The Tale of Despereaux (2008)

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/07/15

What do you get when you cross a middle-grade chapter book, an all-star cast, and an adorable mouse? 2008's The Tale of Despereaux, of course! In this rat and mouse infested "tail," we meet two human girls: Princess Pea and Miggery Sow. Their portrayals are rife with stereotypes, and contrast sharply with the well-developed rodents who serve as our protagonists. Sarah will go into the history and production of the film, and Jessica will explore the implications of implicit bias, and how assumption,

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00:27:23

Episode 26: BONUS EPISODE!!!

The Damsel Dialogues ·

2021/07/01

25 Episodes in, and it’s time to celebrate! We decided that on this holiday weekend (for our US listeners, that is,) we would revel in the Damsels that started us off, and talk about our favorite moments from all our past princesses. We get one minute to talk about each gal from episode 1-25, and honestly, we get a little ferklempt. We’re so happy you’re with us! Join us for this July 4th weekend trip down Memory Lane on this BONUS EPISODE! Music/SFX Provided by zapsplat.com

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