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Alyssa’s in the hot seat to reflect upon the last five years of Breakfast in Beauclair with Witcher Kitchen’s Anita Sarna and Karolina Krupecka. Very important bits include: the origins of the podcast, highlights from the last five years, and plans for the future of the show.
[0:00] Cold Open [0:42] Discussion [17:49] End ThemeThis episode is available at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher.
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Mitch Fey and Rob Pigott from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 308 "The Cost of Chaos". Very important bits include: leadership in the face of uncertainty, pivotal moments in Ciri’s character development, Geralt’s change of heart, the right amount of shaky cam, a show-only perspective, and our takeaways from Netflix’s the Witcher Season 3.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:02] Introduction [4:45] Guest Introductions [11:23] Episode Recap [13:18] Overall Thoughts [25:47] Yennefer’s Leadership [29:15] Confronting Vilgefortz and the Scale of War [31:28] Changes in Redania [36:54] Ciri’s First Kill [47:16] Fake Ciri [52:12] Geralt’s Change of Heart and Welcoming Liam Hemsworth [57:10] A Show-Only Perspective [1:01:10] Season 4 and Beyond [1:10:08] Final Thoughts [1:20:35] Outro [1:26:37] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Danny and Kerri from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 307 "Out of the Fire, Into the Frying Pan". Very important bits include: how to successfully adapt a solo storyline, breaking down the visual effects in the Korath desert, Ciri’s readiness and internal conflicts, her visions, Falka’s influence, and preposition soup.
[0:00] Cold Open [0:45] Introduction [3:11] Guest Introductions and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes [10:16] Episode Recap [13:33] Overall Thoughts [19:47] Danny’s VFX Breakdown [24:32] Highlights and Lowlights [32:52] Easter Eggs [36:09] Adapting A Solo Storyline [40:42] Ciri’s Readiness [43:32] Ciri’s Internal Conflicts [51:44] Falka and Relinquishing Magic [59:24] Final Thoughts [1:03:02] Freya Allen and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes [1:04:46] Outro [1:07:44] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Lucie from London and Pauline from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 306 "Everybody Has A Plan 'Til They Get Punched In The Face". Very important bits include: loyalty and betrayal, notes on character motivations and direction, inevitable confrontations, and comparisons to Andrzej Sapkowski’s Thanedd Coup in ‘Time of Contempt’.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:42] Introduction [3:18] Guest Introductions [8:30] Episode Recap [12:02] Overall Thoughts [23:49] Easter Eggs [25:32] Episode Themes [30:54] Power, Betrayal, Alliances, and Rivalries [34:37] Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer [41:41] Cahir and Ciri [51:31] Comparisons to ‘Time of Contempt’ [59:27] Final Thoughts [1:02:58] Outro [1:03:14] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes.
Michelle from the US and Oleg from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 305 “The Art of Illusion". Very important bits include: the efficacy of non-linear storytelling, the morality of neutrality, the character’s and audience’s big red herring, and our thoughts on the mid-season finale.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:25] Introduction [3:16] Guest Introductions [11:12] Episode Recap [14:29] Overall Thoughts [21:03] Easter Eggs [25:54] Non-Linear Storytelling [29:47] Valdo Marx [32:06] Geralt v. Istredd & “Things To Do” [42:26] Geralt’s Neutrality [51:57] Stregobor, the Red Herring, and Vilgefortz [1:02:00] Mid-Season Finale [1:06:03] Dream Thanedd Outfits [1:11:14] Outro [1:14:50] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes.
Bo from the US and Elora from the Netherlands join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 304 “The Invitation". Very important bits include: Emperor Emhyr’s beliefs, Yennefer’s place within the Brotherhood of Sorcerers, a short return to ‘monster of the week’, the search for self-worth, and the heightening of conflict before the end of Season 3, Part 1.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:02] Introduction [3:19] Guest Introductions [7:59] Episode Recap [11:32] Overall Thoughts [15:48] Easter Eggs [17:13] The Reconciliation Scene [21:19] A Little Sacrifice & Adapting Short Stories [25:58] The Seasons: Length and Subjects [29:18] Emhyr’s Morals & Cahir’s Isolation [37:22] Yennefer’s Role in the Brotherhood [46:11] Monster of the Week [52:08] Worthiness [53:43] Valdo Marx [57:54] Worthiness (Continued) [1:04:49] Final Thoughts [1:11:32] Outro [1:13:38] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes.
Emma from the US and Tracie from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 303 “Reunion". Very important bits include: new aspects of Jaskier’s character, Yennefer’s journey to motherhood, the difficult choices that parents make, and tests of allegiance and loyalty across the Continent.
[0:00] Cold Open [0:52] Introduction [3:00] Guest Introductions [10:11] Episode Recap [14:18] Overall Thoughts [26:54] Jaskier’s Queerness [32:52] Yennefer’s Journey to Motherhood [39:16] Choice in Parenthood [46:54] Hedwig’s Death [52:40] Emhyr and Cahir [57:32] Gallatin’s Death [1:03:08] Final Thoughts [1:06:46] Outro [1:08:39] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in June 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes.
Kyle from the US and Sam from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 302 “Unbound". Very important bits include: Yennefer’s evolving relationship with Ciri, a debate on which Nilfgaardian has the short stick, a truly horrific monster of the week, and the things men will do instead of going to therapy.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:11] Introduction [3:07] Guest Introductions [13:55] Episode Recap [16:56] Overall Thoughts [31:17] Yennefer and Ciri’s Relationship [38:21] Ciri’s Morality and Responsibility [43:57] Cahir and Fringilla [51:02] Nilfgaardian Emperor, Emhyr Var Emris [59:07] Geralt and the Fight at Vuilpanne Castle [1:05:30] Dijkstra’s “Therapy” [1:10:35] Final Thoughts [1:11:42] Outro [1:12:09] End Credits [1:12:52] Piper Visits the Sound BoothThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes.
Gintare from the UK and Vang from Denmark join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 301 “Shaerrawedd". Very important bits include: Yennefer and Geralt’s evolving relationship, the newly abstract nature of Dol Blathanna, the development of Ciri’s morals and ideals, and dead devils.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:24] Introduction [3:05] Guest Introductions [7:44] Episode Recap [10:56] Overall Thoughts [16:03] Vang’s Artistic Inspiration [16:47] References and Easter Eggs [18:33] Francesca’s Song [20:56] Transition from S2 to S2 [23:11] Yennefer & Geralt’s Relationship [28:40] Dol Blathanna [32:53] Ciri’s Morals and Ideals [38:22] Should Geralt have spared Rience? [43:58] Raising the Stakes After Shaerrawedd [51:53] Final Thoughts [53:58] Outro [55:58] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in June 2023 and originally released in July prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes.
Elsa from the UK and James from the US join Alyssa for our pre-premiere discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3. Very important bits include: our standout moments from Season 1 and 2, our characters to watch, and our wildest Season 3 predictions.
[00:00] Cold Open [01:33] Introduction [04:48] Guest Introductions [09:34] S1 & S2 Recap [10:50] Standout Moments from S1 & S2 [16:22] S3 of The Witcher [30:31] Characters to Watch [40:30] Wildest S3 Predictions [46:16] Easter Eggs [52:25] Why You Should Watch S3 [55:55] Outro [56:55] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Anita Sarna and Karolina Krupecka from Witcher Kitchen join Alyssa to discuss their debut book, ‘The Witcher Official Cookbook: Provisions, Fare, and Culinary Tales from Travels Across the Continent’. Very important bits include: the origin of their new work, collaborating with CD Projeckt Red and their publisher, Ten Speed Press, the highs and lows of production, and a preview of what you can expect from this unique culinary take on the Witcher world.
[0:00] Cold Open [0:44] Introduction [4:46] Guest Introduction [5:44] Witcher Kitchen Origin Story [9:03] The Polish Fandom [15:20] Introducing the Cookbook [23:21] The Narrator & The Story [35:05] Highlights [41:28] Working Together [53:19] International Editions & Hopes [1:04:06] Favorite Recipes & Polish Cuisine [1:12:59] Wrap-up [1:16:20] Andrzej Sapkowski’s Foreword & Thanks [1:21:55] Outro [1:24:44] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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This chapter of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt and this episode of the podcast contain discussions of violence and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.
Kade from the US and Matthew from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 7. Very important bits include: the ominous close of the novel, the risk of loneliness, harmful stereotypes, Times of Contempt, and critical conversations around assault.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:32] Introduction [4:28] Guest Introduction [9:25] zrivie potions [14:55] Chapter 7 Recap [16:55] Overall Thoughts [28:54] Attitude Toward the Rats [29:43] Ciri x Mistle [48:30] “Falka” [53:15] The Risk of Loneliness [57:34] “Contempt” [1:03:39] Wrap-up [1:07:00] Outro [1:07:24] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Gabriela from Poland and Kája from the Czech Republic join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 6. Very important bits include: how Ciri’s trial in the desert transforms her, the importance of her loved ones, Little Horse, dialects in translations, and her Time of Contempt.
[0:00] Cold Open [0:21] Introduction [3:07] Guest Introduction [8:37] Chapter 6 Recap [9:44] Overall Thoughts [19:38] Translations [26:05] The Desert for Ciri [35:49] Ihuarraquax’s (Little Horse’s) Role [42:17] The Unicorn Dialect [51:38] Ciri’s Loss of Magic [1:13:11] Wrap-up [1:17:43] Outro [1:19:07] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Cyprian from Berlin and Štěpán from the Czech Republic join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 5. Very important bits include: new insight into the Czech translation of the Witcher, parallels between the second Nilfgaardian war and our modern military history, Geralt’s evolving perspective on neutrality, vignettes from the front, and someone throws down the gauntlet over the second best Witcher game.
[0:00] Cold Open [3:16] Introduction [4:55] Guest Introduction [10:18] Chapter 5 Recap [12:22] Overall Thoughts [19:55] Translations [26:15] Guest Historical Backgrounds [27:39] Historical Parallels in The Witcher [41:48] The Authorial Voice [50:27] Geralt’s Changing Neutrality [1:02:25] Margarita Laux Antille & Rayla [1:06:05] Contrasting Themes [1:10:48] Wrap-up [1:16:46] Outro [1:17:31] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Nicola from Italy and Ruark from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 4. Very important bits include: using action to tell a story, the reasons behind an act of mercy, the role of prophecy in the Witcher, and Geralt’s Himbo Origin Story.
[0:00] Cold Open [1:00] Introduction [2:11] Guest Introduction [5:09] Chapter 4 Recap [7:16] Overall Thoughts [15:28] Cahir v. Ciri [23:31] Geralt’s Act of Mercy [27:42] The Role of Prophecy [34:57] Sapkowski’s Writing Choices [52:36] Cahir, Himbos, and the Lone Brain Cell [57:03] Wrap-up [1:05:19] Outro [1:08:00] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Alycia from France and Sarah A. from the UK join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 3. Very important bits include: Geralt and Yennefer’s atypical relationship, the role of sorcerers on the Continent, Sapkowski’s framing narratives, and Watership Down.
[00:00] Cold Open [00:51] Introduction [1:59] Guest Introduction [5:32] Chapter 3 Recap [7:25] Overall Thoughts [22:44] Chapter Preface [26:27] About the Mages’ Class [39:14] Geralt and Yennefer [49:15] Sapkowski’s Framing Narrative [53:55] Geralt and Vilgefortz [1:06:48] Geralt’s Neutrality [1:18:07] Wrap-up [1:23:47] Outro [1:26:11] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Allison from the US and Liv from Brazil join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 2. Very important bits include: Ciri’s coming of age, some of the most memorable excerpts from the series, shades of femininity in The Witcher, and “Dolish Ponuts”.
[00:00] Cold Open [1:46] Introduction [3:38] Guest Introduction [3:22] Chapter 2 Recap [15:44] Overall Thoughts [22:20] The Chapter Preface [27:15] Our New Ciri [36:34] Ciri’s Rebellion & Yennefer’s Intentions [42:05] Margarita’s Quote [49:25] Shades of Womanhood & Femininity in The Witcher [1:02:13] The Role of Poetry [1:13:48] Wrap-up [1:19:39] Outro [1:19:57] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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John aka Softie from the UK joins Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 1. Very important bits include: the life and times of a royal messenger, sly historical references, and the correct way to wear a squirrel’s tail.
[00:00] Cold Open [01:23] Introduction [03:20] Guest Introduction [08:47] Chapter 1 Recap [11:53] Overall Thoughts [23:13] Transitioning between Books [28:26] On Aplegatt’s Role [41:39] On “Modern Witchers” [45:18] Codringer’s False Ciri [49:59] The Scoia’tael Fight for Freedom [1:01:14] Wrap-up [1:14:30] Outro [1:19:04] End CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Due to the emerging guidelines for creators and influencers about the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, I am making the decision to pause on any active promotion of the Netflix show on the podcast feed and social media channels until the strike is over.
Breakfast in Beauclair will release episodes on Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 after the strike. In the meantime, the podcast will take a brief break for August and return on Thursday, September 7, 2023 with Andrzej Sapkowski's Time of Contempt or The Hexer TV series (2002).
If you'd like to read more about creator guidelines for the strike, you can do so here: https://www.sagaftrastrike.org/influencer-faqs
The full transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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Elsa from the UK and James from the US join Alyssa for our pre-premiere discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3. Very important bits include: our standout moments from Season 1 and 2, our characters to watch, and our wildest Season 3 predictions.
[00:00] Cold Open [01:24] Introduction [04:37] Guest Introductions [10:40] Standout Moments from S1 & S2 [16:12] S3 of The Witcher [30:21] Characters to Watch [40:31] ‘Tidings from Toussaint’, Mid-Episode News Segment [44:41] ‘Dear Friend’, Listener Call-in Segment [46:03] Wildest S3 Predictions [51:54] Easter Eggs [58:01] Why You Should Watch S3 [1:02:27] Outro & CreditsThe full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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