A podcast focused on the portrayal of female protagonists in film, literature, and stage. Grab a cup of tea and join Katie and India for laughs, origins, opinions, tackling the patriarchy, and more. Take a deep dive into a new fandom or genre each season. *Lots of spoilers and opinions* https://linktr.ee/damselsindialogue
Episodes
Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
This week we travel to Scotland and discover a Disney Princess that sought to challenge the ideals of those that came before her. Focused on a mother and daughter relationship, Brave is an original tale that had some creative turmoil but holds a lot of firsts for this franchise and Pixar Studios. So, grab your bows and join us for a jaunt into the beautiful highlands with Merida.
*Lots of spoilers and opinions*
Sunday Jan 23, 2022
Sunday Jan 23, 2022
Join us as we start at the very beginning of Disney Animation with the original Disney Princess, Snow White. Learn the origins of this classic fairytale and how she changed the film industry for good. We also discuss the other cursed princess, Aurora, and the movie that put fairytales on hold at Disney, Sleeping Beauty. Both these woman play a very important part in the history of the Disney Princess franchise and our co-hosts have a lot to say about the little bits of character we are given in these films.
*Lots of spoilers and opinions*
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Travel back to 400AD China where the legend of Mulan was first written down and explore the origins of a warrior woman that has become and role model for women of all ages. Though not actually a princess, Mulan is an important addition to the Disney Princess franchise that we are exploring this season. Join us for a discussion about her journey saving her father, saving China, and finding someone to be proud of when she looks at her reflection.
*Lots of spoilers and opinions*
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Monday Jan 10, 2022
Join us as we start off our third season with the movie that began the Disney Renaissance. Explore the dark origins of Hans Christian Anderson's "The Little Mermaid" and its transformation into the brave red headed mermaid who just wants to be part of our world. Ariel's bravery, determination, and pure enjoyment of all things human makes her a fascinating part of the Disney Princess franchise.
*Lots of spoilers and opinions*
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Monday Nov 08, 2021
This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. For our final episode we wrap up our discussion about the novels' lead heroine Hermione Granger. Part Two covers books 5 - 7 and we dig into some big character growth moments as our second season comes to an end. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about this fascinating witch.
*PG-13*
*Full of spoilers and opinions*
*Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. For our final witch we tackle the lead heroine of the series and our favorite know it all, Hermione Granger. We couldn't fit everything into just one episode so Part One covers novels 1 - 4 of the series. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about this fascinating witch to finish off spooky season.
*PG-13*
*Full of spoilers and opinions*
*Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we discuss some of the featured witches in the series including Cho Chang, Rita Skeeter, and Dolores Umbridge. We also whip through all the witches and women we pass along our journey. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season.
*PG-13*
*Full of spoilers and opinions*
*Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we return to the corridors of Hogwarts and take a look at the teachers and magical occupants within. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season.
*PG-13*
*Full of spoilers and opinions*
*Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we take a look at two pure blood families, the Longbottoms and the Ancient and Noble House of Black. Join us for discussions about Gran and Alice Longbottom along with Mrs. Black, Bellatrix, Andromeda, Narcissa, and the missed opportunity that was the bright and clumsy Tonks. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season.
*PG-13*
*Full of spoilers and opinions*
*Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
This season we focus on character development and analysis of the Women in the Wizarding World and specifically in the Harry Potter series. We do not however support the ideals of the series author or any other TERFs (Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists) and believe trans women are women. This episode we discuss the tense relationship of the Evans sisters, Petunia Dursley and Lily Potter, along with one of Hogwarts greatest protectors, Minerva McGonagall. Grab your wands and a nice cup of tea as we dish about these witches this spooky season.
*PG-13*
*Full of spoilers and opinions*
*Here at Damsels in Dialogue we support the LGBTQ+ community and all women because trans women are women.*