Andrea with the BangsI have the pleasure of chatting with hosts of the Decoding the Gurus Podcast Matt and Chris for a second time. We go over what the past year has looked like as their podcast has taken off, and discuss which Gurus have come on to challenge some of their critiques.
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/When-Gurus-Talk-Back-Catch-up-with-Chris-and-Matt-e1bj6cq
When Gurus Talk Back: Catch up with Chris and MattAndrea with the Bangs2021-12-12 | I have the pleasure of chatting with hosts of the Decoding the Gurus Podcast Matt and Chris for a second time. We go over what the past year has looked like as their podcast has taken off, and discuss which Gurus have come on to challenge some of their critiques.
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/When-Gurus-Talk-Back-Catch-up-with-Chris-and-Matt-e1bj6cq
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsRings of Power: How to Deal with Season 2Andrea with the Bangs2024-08-30 | After being so deeply disappointed with the first season of RoP, I've had some time to consider how I'm going to approach this coming season in a way that is most healthy to me as a devout Tolkien fan. Please let me know your thoughts!Why We Write: On Creating Our own Stories with ValerieAndrea with the Bangs2024-05-25 | I had the pleasure of chatting with Valerie from the Writers of Meaning discord group (an off shoot of the Bridges of Meaning). She shared about the writers anthology project that some members of the group of been working on. We also discuss writing, meaning and community.
Valerie’s channel youtube.com/@NaraFellowshipOn Russian Fairytales with Nicholas KotarAndrea with the Bangs2024-03-30 | Today i am speaking with renowned slavic storyteller Nicholas Kotar about his upcoming Kickstarter project, along with other questions I have on fairytale storytelling and structure
Artist: http://incompetech.comBreakwater festival 2023: Feminine Role Models within StoriesAndrea with the Bangs2023-12-19 | Here is my live discussion with Paster @PaulVanderKlay at this year's Breakwater Festival in Mannheim, Germany. We begin with looking at feminine role models in both past and contemporary stories, but touch on the masculine as well. This was my first time doing a live conversation in front of an audience and I had a fantastic time.
Pls let me know what you think in the comments!Female Tropes with CassAndrea with the Bangs2023-07-15 | @cassidyvdk was kind enough to sit down with me to discuss the concept of modern female tropes. We focus on the manic pixie dream girl and the not like other girls role specifically. Cass also updates us about the Breakwater Festival happening in Germany this October, where I will be attending as a guest speaker. Details can be found here: tickettailor.com/events/breakwater/935800
Visit Cassidy’s YouTube channel here: youtube.com/@cassidyvdkOn Tolkien and Tragic Heroes with Richard RohlinAndrea with the Bangs2023-05-08 | I welcome friend of the show Richard Rohlin back to discuss 2 big heroes of Middle Earth's 1st age, Beren Erchamion and Turin Turambar. I ask Richard to go into why Beren's story seems less tragic than Turin's, though they both perish in their respective tales.
My converzation with Pastor Paul: youtube.com/live/tKb1hVgap9o?feature=shareWhere Have all The Strong Female Leads Gone?Andrea with the Bangs2023-02-04 | I take a quick look at the changing trends of femininity along with masculinity within the context of modern film and tvIf I Had A Billion Dollars: A Tolkien Expert’s Adaptation I Can Get BehindAndrea with the Bangs2023-01-01 | In this episode I explore the story Tolkien expert and German Philologist Richard Rohlin would have pitched had Amazon come to him with a Billion dollar budget...it's quite spectacular and I am looking forward to hearing what you think. Be sure to leave me a comment!
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsThe Story of Stories: A Christmas MessageAndrea with the Bangs2022-12-25 | I decided to do a little holiday message. Hope all who see it find themselves well and in good cheer! Merry Christmas
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsHenry Cavill Dropped by James GunnAndrea with the Bangs2022-12-15 | We have been hopeful for year, that Cavill would be back to take up the cape. In October we were told he would...now James Gunn has taken that hope and dashed it against the rocks. Shame on you Mr Gunn
Here is @nerdrotic’s video featuring Cavill being the classy man that he is: youtu.be/ToS9J-RWbwM
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsFearless and Fair: How Amazon Did Galadriel WrongAndrea with the Bangs2022-12-08 | In this video I look at Tolkien's Galadriel as we see her in his original writings, and contrast her with the Galadriel we were unfortunately given in Amazon's Rings of Power. Please let me know if you agree or disagree with my take
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsThe Heroines Journey with Nicholas KotarAndrea with the Bangs2022-11-08 | In this episode I speak with storyteller and fantasy author @NicholasKotarauthor about the elusive Heroine's Journey.
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsSuperman Returns: Cavill is BACK!Andrea with the Bangs2022-10-30 | With the news that Henry Cavill will be reprising his role as the Man of Steel, and stepping down from his role as The Witcher, I give my thoughts as to the direction I'd like to see the story go next
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follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsEmo Sauron Just Needs To Be Fixed...A Sort Of Reaction VideoAndrea with the Bangs2022-10-15 | Could not stop thinking about this "shipping" of Galadriel and Halbrand/Sauron all day...so to quell my angst I made a video #ringsofpower #galadriel #sauron
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsAngry Fans: How to deal with Fan AngstAndrea with the Bangs2022-10-13 | Fandoms across many genres have been frustrated for a long time...here's how to cope when you feel like there's nothing you can do
Shout out to @TheCriticalDrinker for his “Drinker fixes” segment, step 2 in my 3 step program for dealing with fan angst in these troubled times
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsWhat is Canon? Rings of Power and Tolkien with Richard Rohlin and Reno LauroAndrea with the Bangs2022-10-03 | Here is my full conversation with German Philologists and Tolkien experts Richard Rohlin and Reno Lauro. We start off by delving into what is meant by "Canon" within modern stories. We also discuss the misunderstanding of the RoP show runners when it comes to light and darkness within Tolkien's legendarium.
Listen to podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/What-is-Canon--Rings-of-Power-and-Tolkien-with-Richard-Rohlin-and-Reno-Lauro-e1ooaot Check out Richard’s Tolkien podcast: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/amon-s%C3%BBl/id1454179854
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsClip: Where Amazons Rings of Power Got it Wrong with Richard Rohlin and Reno LauroAndrea with the Bangs2022-09-27 | Here is an excerpt from a conversation I had with German Philologists and Tolkien experts Richard Rohlin and Reno Lauro. We chat about the misunderstanding of the show runners when it comes to light and darkness within Tolkien's legendarium. Full episode here: youtu.be/6MI_mf2Wr2Q
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Watch The Big Conversation season 4 here: https://www.thebigconversation.show
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsOn In Person Meet ups in Online Communities with Cassidy PollingAndrea with the Bangs2022-07-26 | Cassidy tells me about the upcoming Bridges of Meaning Festival taking place in Germany this August. We also look at on screen vs offscreen interactions and whether or not there is a need to meet up in person.
To listen on podcast click here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/On-In-Person-Meet-ups-in-On-Line-Communities-with-Cassidy-Polling-e1lpas8
For more info on the festival pls visit here: https://bridgesofmeaningfestival.de/ Check out Cassidy's YouTube channel here: @cassidyvdk
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsPeterson Joins the Daily Wire: A Delayed ReactionAndrea with the Bangs2022-07-19 | JBP has joined forces with the Daily Wire...a couple of weeks ago. Here is my delayed reaction (because I was on vacation) To be clear I am not against Peterson and am not trying to say he is now bad, but these are my honest thoughts to his latest business choices. *Correction...the Biblical lectures are actually 2 and a half hours, not 1 and a half like I said
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsWhat Am I Even Saying? A Channel ReminderAndrea with the Bangs2022-07-05 | Decided to do a quick refresher on what type of content to expect here on my channel
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For this wanting to join the Bridges of Meaning community (this will expire after a few days so leave a comment asking for an updated in needed) discord.gg/QFQDBbFxStuck in the Middle with Paul VanderKlayAndrea with the Bangs2022-05-25 | I speak with everyone's fave internet Pastor @PaulVanderKlay on how to go about navigating conflict between sides when you are on good terms with both parties. This was very therapeutic for me and I hope it can be for you as well! If you are new pls subscribe
Listen to this interview here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Stuck-in-the-Middle-with-Paul-VanderKlay-e1j2gsa
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsCan Twitter be Used for Good?Andrea with the Bangs2022-05-05 | My latest musings on how to successfully conduct oneself with dignity on the famously dubbed dumpster-fire of a platform
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsTolkien Within Our Modern World with Reno LauroAndrea with the Bangs2022-04-14 | I speak with Tolkien expert Dr Reno Lauro on how it is that we can effectively see the world through the lens of Tolkien's legendarium. This was a fascinating and fun conversation. Reno was kind enough to let me chime in with my own middle earth thoughts, as I am currently reading through the Silmarillion
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsAndrea with the Bangs Spring Live StreamAndrea with the Bangs2022-03-29 | It's been a while friends so I thought I would do a little live stream to get your opinions on the video game Elden Ring. Also get into "the slap" at the oscars and Ukraine crisis...lots of light topics. Thanks to everyone who showed up!Hope for the Hopeless: Reflections on the Ukraine InvasionAndrea with the Bangs2022-03-05 | In the midst of these uncertain times, I look to Tolkien's "The Two Towers" to find hope
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsAs Deep as a Puddle: On the Intimacy Crisis with Mark LefebvreAndrea with the Bangs2022-02-15 | The topic of today's discussion is the intimacy crises. I have the chance to speak with Mark Lefebvre on the subject. This is one of my lengthier interviews, but I decided to leave it as is because this is such a rich topic that I have never seen looked at before. I gained quite a bit of understanding and appreciate that Mark took the time to dive into this topic with me
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsBangs Beret Cafe: On Smelling the RosesAndrea with the Bangs2022-02-07 | I've been thinking quite a bit on taking time to appreciate the little things in life, and no where is this idea challenged more than twitter. Here are my thoughts
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsAnd Theres a Hand, My Trusty Fiere; A Look Back Over the Past YearAndrea with the Bangs2022-01-01 | I decided to do a little musings on the past year, since it's the time that people do such reviews :-)
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsRediscovery of the Feminine in Storytelling with Neil DeGraideAndrea with the Bangs2021-12-22 | I speak with musician and filmmaker Neil DeGraide about his film Queen of The Night. It is such a beautifully made film and I hope that all who watch this interview also go and check it out. We focus in on the aspects of the feminine used in his story, and contrast them with how things are done today. This was such a fun chat, and I encourage you to check out Neil's fantastic band that he and his wife are part of called @dirtpoorrobins . They produce and perform all of the music for "Queen of the Night" as well.
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Rediscovery-of-the-Feminine-in-Storytelling-with-Neil-DeGraide-e1c2l00
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefinds3K Subs! Update MessageAndrea with the Bangs2021-11-28 | Hello there friends, I have been quite slow to post videos as of late so I decided it was about time for an update. Plus I reached 3K subs last week!!!!
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my vintage Instagram @fringevintagefindsFinding the Sacred in the Profane, on Christianity & Pagan Objects with Father Andrew Stephen DamickAndrea with the Bangs2021-10-13 | Ever since I heard Orthodox priest, Father Andrew Stephen Damick quote GK Chesterton, "It's only Christian men who protect even pagan things", I had to know more. The following conversation goes into the meaning of that statement. Thank you so much for coming on my show Father Andrew, I thoroughly enjoyed our chat.
Thx for watching and pls subscribe!
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Finding-the-Sacred-in-the-Profane--on-Christianity--Pagan-Objects-with-Father-Andrew-Stephen-Damick-e18o8lm
Follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis follow my vintage instagram @vintage_bangsConflict on the Road to Modernity with Paul VanderKlayAndrea with the Bangs2021-09-22 | I was wondering why people like Christians but not the Church...@PaulVanderKlay gives me some answers. Well not quite answers, more like further questions
Click on Paul's name to check out his channel
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com check out my vintage fashions insta on Instagram @vintage_bangsThrough A Dark Wood: A Look at Dante with Richard RohlinAndrea with the Bangs2021-08-12 | Richard Rohlin was kind enough to join me again in my journey into meaning. In this chat we explore Dante's Divine Comedy.
Listen to the podcast form here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Through-A-Dark-Wood-A-Look-at-Dante-e17dlkt
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.comShould I Join Tik Tok?Andrea with the Bangs2021-07-20 | I've been hearing that it would be good for my channel if I put up clips on tik tok...I really don't want to get sucked into another social media platform but I'm being told its a smart move to get my content out there...I'm conflicted and need your help!
Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis Follow me on Insta: @vintage_bangs email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.comWhat Is It About Jordan Peterson? On the 1st and 2nd Waves with David FullerAndrea with the Bangs2021-07-05 | After watching David Fuller's chat with Jonathan Rowson many questions came up in my mind particularly Jordan Peterson's impact on the meaning crisis. David was kind enough to oblige.
listen to the podcast version: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/What-Is-It-About-Jordan-Peterson--On-the-1st-and-2nd-Waves-with-David-Fuller-e15idhv
Rebel Wisdom's discussion with Paul Vander Klay youtu.be/Vq5uMvtHQW8Talking the Talk with Justin BrierleyAndrea with the Bangs2021-06-19 | I have the pleasure of speaking with the host of the @PremierUnbelievable podcast Justin Brierly. We delve into the topic of why have discussions from opposing sides in the first place. It was such a lovely chat and I so appreciate Justin giving me a moment of his time
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Talking-the-Talk-with-Justin-Brierley-e14nfo4 Check out Justin's book here: https://t.co/2cbYFWIb8O?amp=1
Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.comThinking out Loud: Looking at Jordan Petersons Way of Seeking TruthAndrea with the Bangs2021-05-25 | Since the start of the 2nd Peterson wave, I have been impressed by the open and earnest discussions he has had with numerous guests. It makes me wonder if this is the better way of going about exploring ideas rather than through debating/defending your perspectiveHeld Together By Love: On the Discarded Image and the Medieval Model with Richard RohlinAndrea with the Bangs2021-05-13 | I have a fantastic conversation with the extremely knowledgable Medievalist Richard Rohlin. We speak about the book "The Discarded Image" by CS Lewis, on the Medieval model for viewing the world
listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Held-Together-By-Love-On-the-Discarded-Image-and-the-Medieval-Model-with-Richard-Rohlin-e10t5mc
follow me on twitter @andrealynnlewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.comPassing the Test of the Symbolic World Facebook GroupAndrea with the Bangs2021-05-03 | A little banter before the official start of my @JonathanPageau @PaulVanderKlay conversation. We go over how easy it is to join Paul's Bridges of Meaning discord group, and how not easy it is to join Jonathan's Symbolic World Facebook group (not run by either guy but they are the respective patriarch of each)A Carver and a Calvinist: On the 2nd Peterson Wave with With Jonathan Pageau and Paul Vander KlayAndrea with the Bangs2021-04-19 | These two lovely gentlemen, @JonathanPageau and @PaulVanderKlay, allow me to pick there brain on thoughts about @JordanBPeterson's recent interview with Jonathan. Had an absolutely fantastic time chatting with them, hope you all enjoy this discussion
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/A-Carver-and-a-Calvinist-On-the-2nd-Peterson-with-With-Jonathan-Pageau-and-Paul-Vander-Klay-evapdd
Jonathan's channel: youtube.com/channel/UCtCTSf3UwRU14nYWr_xm-dQEaster Live StreamAndrea with the Bangs2021-04-03 | I am a hot mess...I promise I will improve! Thanks to those of you who tuned in!Before the Beginning and After the End: On Narrative and Belief with Benjamin BoyceAndrea with the Bangs2021-04-01 | A number of months ago @BenjaminABoyce released a video entitled "What I Believe"...I had some questions and he was kind enough to oblige
Podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/Before-the-Beginning-and-After-the-End-On-Narrative-and-Belief-with-Benjamin-Boyce-ev8la6
Follow me on twitter @AndreaLynnLewis email me at andreawiththebangs@gmail.com follow my me on Instagram @vintage_bangsQuestions on Symbolism of the PastAndrea with the Bangs2021-03-14 | Hello there symbolists...(symboligists?) I am looking for answers about why I am so obsessed with days gone by...particularly with the early Church, and dressing in the fashion of my mother and grandmother. I am trying to understand this from a symbolic perspective...I'm not sure if I made that totally clear in the videoOn Ibram Kendi: A Perspective by Rebecca ChristiansenAndrea with the Bangs2021-03-01 | I speak with Rebecca about an article she recently wrote about the book "How to be an Antiracist" by Ibram X Kendi. By the title of the article, you can see that Rebecca is advocating for actually reading the source material rather than making judgements based on quotes pulled out of context. You may still disagree with the material post read...but at least you will be well informed in that disagreement
Listen to the podcast version here: https://anchor.fm/podcast-9b57fe4/episodes/On-Ibram-Kendi-A-Perspective-by-Rebecca-Christiansen-ev8kd1