Episode 112

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18th Aug 2025

"Maybe I Could Be the Center of Attention" | Blood Canticle Part 2 Chapter 11-21 | The Articulate Coven

In this episode, Ashley and Joel delve into a variety of topics, including recent movie releases like 'Weapons' and 'Superman', as well as Disney's handling of the Predator and Alien franchises. The conversation transitions into a detailed analysis of Anne Rice's 'Blood Canticle', focusing on character dynamics, themes of redemption, and the significance of the Taltos. The hosts share their thoughts on the complexities of the novel, while also looking ahead to future episodes and discussions.

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What's Next for the Articulate Coven?

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August 17th: Book Club - Blood Canticle Part 2 - Chapters 11 - 21

August 24th: Movie Night - The Howling (1981)

August 31st: Book Club - Blood Canticle Part 3 - Chapters 22-31

September 7th: Movie Night - Teen Witch (1989)

September 14th: Special Guest Episode!

September 21st: Joel's Birthday Livestream

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Episode Highlights

00:00 Introduction to the Conversation

03:29 Exploring Recent Films and Series

06:34 Discussion on Anne Rice's Works

09:35 Critique of Characters in Blood Canticle

12:28 Religious Themes in Blood Canticle

15:32 Character Dynamics and Relationships

18:27 Dramatic Reactions and Character Development

26:31 Navigating Perimenopause and Emotional Turmoil

27:20 Exploring Themes of Redemption and Belief

28:39 The Aestheticism of the Savage Garden

30:28 Rowan's Awakening to the Vampire World

31:22 Dolly Jean's Revelations and Family Secrets

32:44 Mona's Perspective on Immortality

33:45 Character Dynamics and Relationships

35:02 The Complexity of Vampire Mentorship

41:30 Cultural References and Character Connections

44:20 Looking Ahead: Future Discussions and Themes

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The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show
Unofficial Podcast & Community for Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, Mayfair Witches and Immortal Universe from AMC
The unofficial podcast and fan community for Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches, Anne Rice’s Talamasca & Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe as brought to you by AMC.

Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat and his Coven of the Articulate are some of the most loved vampires in literary history. This show covers the books, the films and the ongoing tv series from AMC, Anne and Christopher Rice that gives us a peak at their world. We’ll cover the Interview with the Vampire series starring Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid and from creator and show runner, Rolin Jones. We’ll also cover the Mayfair Witches series starring Alexandra Daddaro, Jack Huston, Tongaya Charisa and from the show runner and executive producer, Esta Spalding. As well as whatever other Anne Rice created properties AMC wants to produce in the future!

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Joel Sharpton

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FROM HIS BEGINNINGS IN SMALL-MARKET RADIO WHERE HE STARTED IN 2004, and hosted a weekday show on Retro Radio, the Peach 99.3, to his burgeoning podcast empire and production service, Pro Podcasting Services, and the 1000+ blog entries he's written in between, Joel's never had a problem getting his message across.

Now Owner/Chief Editing Officer of ProPodcastingServices.com Joel is helping podcasters, authors and more spread their messages and amplify their voices. Joel has had the opportunity to speak at several podcast conferences from coast to coast about producing, editing, and voice over work. He has also spoken at high schools and colleges with young entrepreneurs interested in these fields as well as small business lunch and learn events.

Father of four and the lucky husband of one, Joel loves discussing his kids and wife with anyone who will listen. With the family, he likes discussing Marvel Superheroes, great music and whatever the latest project is he's hatched in the studio.

An NBA fan since birth, an Apple user since 2008, blogger since 2003, and podcaster since 2012, Joel is an open book, mostly now in audio form.

Ashley Wright Ihler

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Ashley is a proud nerd, happy to be living in this timeline where she gets new Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, and Vampire Chronicles content all at the same time! This truly IS a magical place. When not snuggled under a comfy blanket with Maggie and Gomez (the goodest dogs in the world), Ashley can be found making merry with her awesome husband Brett at the Joint Theatre and Coffeehouse where she performs professionally with the Joint Venture and Improv Little Rock during weekly comedy improv shows. She also dabbles in stand up and would have a blog if she weren't such a procrastinator.