Kindred Spirits Book Club

Ragon Duffy and Kelly Gerner•kindredspiritsbookclub.podbean.com

The podcast all about Anne of Green Gables, kindred spirits, and the books that make us who we are! Two grown ladies geek out about Anne of Green Gables. We explore the themes and characters of this enduring classic. Follow us as we discuss all the books by L.M. Montgomery as well as other favorite novels.

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Episodes

Ep 9, S1: Miss Josephine Barry, Rich Auntie Supreme

Everyone knows that single, child-free, and mysteriously wealthy woman with immaculate clothes and a gorgeous home – and for Anne, it’s Diana’s Aunt Josephine! We tag along with Aunt Jo and the girls on a lavish trip to the big city and speculate about where her money came from. Bonus content includes Aunt Jo fan fic!

Nov 25, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Ep 8, S1: The Ladies of Avonlea

Upsets, accidents, and apologies – how do the adult ladies of Avonlea respond to Anne’s escapades, and what does that tell us about who Anne is becoming? We discuss busybodies, eating medicine flavored cake to be polite, and politics in Avonlea.

Nov 11, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Ep 7, S1: Miss Stacy and Education

How do you educate a whole village of children in one room? Why was Mr. Phillips such a creep and Miss Stacy so wonderful? We ask these questions and share some embarrassingly hilarious stories from our own school days in this episode.

Oct 28, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 7

Ep 6, S1: Matthew and Masculinity

Do you love Matthew Cuthbert as much as we do? In this episode we celebrate this legend of gentle masculinity, and talk about how his capacity for unconditional love nourished and sustained Anne. Digressions include: why gifts are our favorite of the five love languages, fatherly pride, the delight of grubs in the cucumbers, and David Lynch.

Oct 14, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 6

Ep 5, S1: Diana and Friendship

What is a bosom friend, exactly? In this episode, we take on that question and talk all about the wonderful girl who became Anne’s dearest friend and most ardent supporter. Come for the raspberry cordial, stay for our thoughts on long-standing childhood friendships, Diana’s “dark side,” and whether Anne and Diana’s intimacy can be read as something more.

Sep 30, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Ep 4, S1: Marilla and Motherhood

We start our series of character studies and dive deep into Marilla Cuthbert, her journey in non-traditional motherhood and how her sarcasm covers up her inner softness. We explore how Marilla's religion has shaped her parenting and give our own Marilla inspired recommendations!

Sep 16, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 4

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