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Book WatchPercy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Part Two: Plot Analysis📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into the plot breakdown of Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief and its two screen adaptations—the 2010 movie (The Lightning Thief) and the 2023 Disney+ series (Percy Jackson and the Olympians). How well did each version capture the heart of the book? What changes worked—and which ones missed the mark?💡 In Part 2, we’ll explore:✅ Plot changes from page to screen✅ Major omissions, additions, and rearranged storylines✅ How well each adaptation stayed true to the book’s themes of identity, loyalty, and fateJoin hosts Sarah-Daye...2025-07-1156 min
Book WatchPercy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Part One: Cast Analysis📖⚡ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into the casting choices for Percy Jackson & the Olympians—both the 2010 movie and the 2023 Disney+ series. How well did each adaptation bring our favorite demigods to life? Did the casting choices reflect the heart of Rick Riordan’s beloved books?💡 In Part 1, we’ll explore:✅ The highs and lows of Logan Lerman vs. Walker Scobell as Percy✅ Annabeth, Grover, and the gods—what worked, what didn’t✅ How age-appropriate casting made a differenceWhether you grew up with Camp Half-Blood or you’re just arriving with the ne...2025-07-0447 min
Book WatchPride and Prejudice Part Two: Plot Analysis📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving back into Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice and its two beloved screen adaptations: the 1995 BBC miniseries and the 2005 feature film. How well did the movies capture the twists, turns, and tension of Austen’s iconic plot?💡 In Part 2, we’ll explore:✅ Key plot points and how each adaptation handled them✅ Memorable scenes—from disastrous proposals to dramatic confessions✅ What worked, what fell flat, and what surprised us✅ Our favorite changes (and what we wish they’d left alone)🎬 Whether you're team Firth or team Macfadyen, join u...2025-06-2752 min
Book WatchPride and Prejudice Part One: Casting Analysis📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into character analysis of Pride and Prejudice and its two most beloved screen adaptations—the 1995 BBC miniseries and the 2005 film. How well did each version capture the heart of Jane Austen’s characters? What changes worked—and which ones missed the mark?💡 In Part 1, we’ll explore:✅ Character portrayals of Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy, and the rest of the Bennet family✅ Casting choices and performances—from Colin Firth to Matthew Macfadyen, Jennifer Ehle to Keira Knightley✅ Key differences in how the characters are interpreted between book, series, and film...2025-06-2347 min
Book WatchWelcome BACK To Jurassic Park: Plot Analysis🦖📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re heading back to Isla Nublar for Part 2 of our deep dive into Jurassic Park—Michael Crichton’s sci-fi classic and its 1993 film adaptation directed by Steven Spielberg.How well did the movie capture the heart of the book? What changes worked—and which ones totally missed the mark?💡 In Part 2, we’ll explore:✅ Major plot changes from page to screen✅ Key omissions and additions✅ How well the adaptation stayed true to the book’s core themes of science, ethics, and chaos theory 🧬🌀Join Sarah-Daye McDee and guest Chr...2025-06-1339 min
Book WatchWelcome to....Jurassic Park: Part One, Character Analysis📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we head back to where the chaos all began—Jurassic Park. Michael Crichton’s sci-fi thriller first hit shelves in 1990, and just three years later, Steven Spielberg’s groundbreaking film roared into theaters in 1993. But why, decades later, is this franchise still spawning sequels?We break it down with a deep dive into the characters that launched a cinematic empire. From John Hammond’s dangerously charming vision to Dr. Ian Malcolm’s iconic warnings, we compare the novel and the film’s character portrayals—what changed, what stayed, and what those choices say about t...2025-06-0645 min
Book WatchAuthor Interview: Brooklyn QuintanaIn this bonus episode of Book Watch, host Sarah-Daye sits down with tropical fantasy author Brooklyn Quintana to dive into the world of Fynneas Fog—from the inspiration behind the story to what a screen adaptation could look like.Whether you’ve already read the book or are just discovering it for the first time, you’re in luck—this is a spoiler-free episode!Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, the magic of tropical fantasy, and how stories make the leap from page to screen.You can find Brooklyn on Insta...2025-05-3053 min
Book WatchThe Duke and I - Bridgerton Part Two: Plot Analysis✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into  the Plot Breakdown of The Duke and I and its 2020 Netflix adaptation Bridgerton, Season One. How well did the drama capture the heart of the book? What added chatacter arcs worked—and what new title missed the mark?Join Sarah-Daye and guest host, Megan Lachowski as they break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this adaptation does the book justice. 🎬📚📌 Tell us your thoughts! Did you love or hate this adaptation? Let’s discuss in The Book Watch Lounge on Facebook 💙🔗 Follow & Support:📲 Joi...2025-05-231h 02
Book WatchThe Duke and I - Bridgerton Season One📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into Part 1: Character Analysis of The Duke and I by Julia Quinn and its 2020 Netflix adaptation, Bridgerton Season One. How well did the series capture the heart of the book? What casting choices stood out—and which characters felt like a departure?💡 In Part 1, we’ll explore:✅ Character portrayals✅ Casting choices✅ Key differences in how the characters are introduced in the book vs. the showFrom Daphne’s debut to Simon’s smolder, we’re stepping into the glittering world of the Ton to see how this Regency ro...2025-05-1631 min
Book WatchThe Hunger Games Part Two: Key Plot Points📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into the Plot Breakdown of 2008's The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and its 2012 adaptation of the same name. How well did the film capture the heart of the book? What changes worked—and which ones missed the mark? In Part 2, we’ll explore:✅ Plot changes, major omissions, and how well the adaptation stayed true to the book’s themes.Join host Sarah-Daye and her guest, J Scotty Sinclair one more time as they break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this adaptation does the book just...2025-05-091h 12
Book WatchThe Hunger Games: Part One, Character Analysis📖✨ In this episode of Book Watch, we’re diving into the character analysis of The Hunger Games (2008) and its 2012 movie adaptation of the same name. 💡 In Part 1, we’ll explore:✅ Character portrayals, casting choices✅ Key Themes Join host Sarah-Daye and her guest, J Scotty Sinclair as they break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this cast does the book justice. 🎬📚📌 Tell us your thoughts! Did you love or hate this adaptation? Let’s discuss in The Book Watch Lounge on Facebook 💙🔗 Follow & Support:📲 Join our community: https://www.facebook.com...2025-05-0935 min
Book WatchComing Soon: Book Watch Podcast🎬 Welcome to Book Watch – A Podcast for Book Lovers and Movie Buffs 📚In this debut trailer episode, host Sarah-Daye McDee introduces Book Watch—the podcast where stories leap off the page and onto the screen. If you’ve ever said, “the book was better,” or “the movie nailed it,” this show is for you.Each week, we dive deep into book-to-film and book-to-TV adaptations—from faithful recreations to bold reimaginings. Every adaptation gets a two-part episode treatment:📖 Part One explores core themes, tone, and casting choices🎞️ Part Two breaks down major plot points, big changes, and what worked...2025-04-1701 min
Animation DeliberationPixar's LightYear Review + FeedbackSpecial guest Sarah-Daye McDougall joins the AD Trio to review the highly anticipated Pixar film, LightYear, in theaters now! Plus some listener feedback, including all four hosts animation suggestions, is addressed.2022-06-201h 27
Bingers AssembleJurassic World Camp Cretaceous (2020-2022)Matthew Carroll is joined by special guest Sarah-Daye McDougall to discuss the Netflix Animated series set in the World of Jurassic Park. Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous.Check out our Networkhttps://www.strandedpanda.com/2022-06-1227 min