*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EPISODE CONTAINS TRIGGER WARNINGS FOR HEAVY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION, INCLUDING SA*This week on Blood, Books, and Babble, Becky, Mariam, and Grace are breaking down the power dynamics and vampiric turnings in The Vampire Chronicles universe!This episode we are specifically focusing on Lestat's turning and the "cycle of trauma" that affects his future fledglings, such as Claudia and David Talbot.Follow us on social media and join the conversation!Bluesky: thethreebbbs.bluesky.socialTwitter/X: TheThreeBBBsInstagram: bloodbooksandbabble As always, thank you for listening!
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All My Love Belongs to You
Join us for our part II of “Nickistat vs. Loustat”! For the end of Pride Month, we are discussing the fandom’s favorite couple, Louis and Lestat.We dissect the infamous couple’s flaws and strengths in The Vampire Chronicles novels as well as AMC’s television series. Although it is apparent that Louis and Lestat love one another, we explore whether or not Louis and Lestat actually understand each other.Our host Grace reads “the reunion scene” from Anne Rice’s “Interview with the Vampire" novel and compares it to Louis and Lestat’s reunion in the season two finale. Mariam also reads Lestat’s letter to Louis from season two and we discuss why it was so important to the couple. When and why did Lestat write it for Louis? How does Lestat’s love for Louis tie back into his relationship with Nicki?HAPPY PRIDE MONTH from us at Blood, Books, and Babble!Follow us on social media and join the conversation!Bluesky: thethreebbbs.bluesky.socialTwitter/X: TheThreeBBBsInstagram: bloodbooksandbabble
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For a Young Violinist
*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EPISODE CONTAINS TRIGGER WARNINGS FOR HEAVY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION, INCLUDING SU*CIDE, DEPRESSION, SA, ETC.*During the month of June, we are comparing and contrasting Lestat’s two ultimate love stories in The Vampire Chronicles: Nicolas de Lenfent and Louis de Pointe du Lac. Starting off with “Nickistat”, we read and dissect three important scenes in Nicolas and Lestat’s love story from The Vampire Lestat novel, including how they met, how they were separated, and where it all went wrong.We also discuss how Lestat never fully stops grieving for Nicki after his death and is haunted by his love for Nicki for the rest of his immortal life.BONUS: Take a shot every time Grace cries in this episode!Stay tuned for part II coming out June 27th!Happy Pride Month from us at Blood, Books, and Babble! “Be all the beautiful things you are, and be them without apology… for all eternity.”Follow us on social media and join the conversation!Bluesky: thethreebbbs.bluesky.socialTwitter/X: TheThreeBBBsInstagram: bloodbooksandbabble
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The Wolf Congratulated for Not Killing Her Pups
Welcome to part two/the conclusion of our discussion of "The Trial Episode" (Interview with the Vampire season 2 episode 7)!Join us as Grace reads the trial from Louis's point of view in Anne Rice's novel Interview with the Vampire and Becky reads the trial from Lestat's point of view in The Vampire Lestat. Mariam, Grace, and Becky go on note the striking similarities and differences between the scene in the TV show and the novels.Did Claudia forgive Lestat in the last moments before her death? How did Lestat ultimately rescue Louis from his possible death and was he able to communicate to Louis in any way? We deep dive into the answers we theorize will be revealed in season 3.Follow us on social media and join the conversation!Bluesky: thethreebbbs.bluesky.socialTwitter/X: TheThreeBBBsInstagram: bloodbooksandbabble
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The Judas Kiss
Join us as we deep dive into AMC's Interview with the Vampire's season 2 episode 7, "I Could Not Prevent It" ... AKA "The Trial Episode"!We talk theories and opinions about Claudia and Louis's trial and whether Lestat willingly played a hand in the prosecution of his own husband and daughter... We even discuss the hand that Louis himself played in Claudia's death.How did Armand "persuade" Lestat to participate in the trial? Is there more to the story that we are missing? What are Rolin and the IWTV team hiding?Follow us on social media and join the conversation!Bluesky: thethreebbbs.bluesky.socialTwitter/X: TheThreeBBBsInstagram: bloodbooksandbabble
About Blood, Books, and Babble: A Vampire Chronicles Podcast
Join three passionate fans as we delve into the dark, enchanting world of Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles. In each episode, we will explore the rich narratives, complex characters, and haunting themes of the novels, while also dissecting the new Interview with the Vampire TV series. Whether you're drawn to the seductive allure of Lestat or the tragic depth of Claudia, we share personal insights, fan theories, and lively debates, creating a space for both newcomers and longtime fans to revel in the gothic magic.
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