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Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr

Brenna Clarke Gray and Joe Lipsett
Skins
Racism
Neurodivergence
To Kill a Mockingbird
Dare Me
Cheerleading
Heart Break High
Young Adult Literature
Mental Health
Netflix
Female Friendships
Bristol
Transatlantic Slave Trade
Sex Education
Teen Drama
Youth Culture
Eating Disorder
Identity
Substance Use
Rick Yancey

A weekly podcast about young adult literature, their film and television adaptations and everything in between.

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Latest Episodes

Oh my gosh, we get it: YOU LIKE SKAM!

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Brenna and Joe kick off scary season with Norman Partridge's 2007 Stoker award winning novel Dark Harvest and David Slade's 2023 adaptation.

The book isn't exactly YA (and intriguingly features a second person narrator), but it mostly works as a Vie... more

Brenna and Joe unofficially wrap up summer with Sasha Nathani's feature directorial debut Last Swim (2024). The UK film is about Ziba (Deba Hakmat), a girl with an undisclosed terminal disease, who plots one perfect day with her friends.

It's beauti... more

At the urging of past guest Alex Heeney, Joe and Brenna finally check out Skam, the "Norweigan Skins" that began airing in 2015.

In the first two episodes, we under why the show translates to "Shame" as our main character Eva struggles with a terrib... more

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Recent Guests

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Lindsay Traves
Canadian friend and guest, previously featured in the episode 'She's All That'
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Hosts

Joe Lipset
Host known for insightful commentary on young adult literature and adaptations, contributing to engaging discussions on societal themes and media representation.
Brenna C. Gray
Co-host recognized for thoughtful insights and a passion for analyzing young adult literature and its adaptations, bringing humor and depth to discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 168 ratings
  • HKHS is incredible

    Since I began listening to Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr this year, I have been completely obsessed. Each episode contains an insightful and entertaining conversation about a ya book and its adaptation that always makes you think. They highlight the many tropes that are so often present in YA literature in a fun and interesting way, and are always open to input and feedback from listeners in their book club and mailbag episodes. Before each episode, they do territorial acknowledgments for wher... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    i_love_this_podcast
    Australia2 years ago
  • FANTASTIC podcast!!

    If you’re looking for not only a podcast that compares and contrasts YA books and their film adaptations, look no further! If you want a podcast that also will make you laugh, give you more additions to your TBR list, BINGE ALL OF THIS PODCAST NOW!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N:$:8:$:$::!
    United States2 years ago
  • Exhausting!

    I generally give podcasts a few episodes & jump around before making a decision, which is what I did here. I picked out 5 different episodes to listen to but there was so much negativity it was exhausting. Don’t review YA if you don’t like it…but having a podcast that leans heavily on that genre then complaining that it focuses too much on romance or teen/early adult issues instead of work and politics is a little ridiculous. There also seems to be a lot of putting Todays societal standards on ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Anna Lee T
    United States3 years ago
  • Nostalgic and entertaining

    I’m having a blast revisiting stories I devoured as a teen through Joe and Brenna’s lighthearted and fairly balanced critical lens. As long as you’re not too precious about your favorite stories being picked apart and criticized, and are willing to engage in the fun alongside occasional serious topics, this pod will be a hit for you too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Griffin Orion
    United States3 years ago
  • Fun podcast

    I enjoy this podcast for the most part. I love that it’s dedicated to YA! The angle of comping books to their respective media is also interesting though of course means we mainly only discuss books that have made it to film or TV adaptation status, though I like that they sprinkle in “book club” episodes as well. I do wish the hosts would engage more deeply with some texts—i.e. they criticize Chaos Walking saying it “doesn’t engage deeply with colonialism” when a simple google search of the ser... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MKinNYC
    United States3 years ago

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Overall, it is recognized as a valuable resource for anyone interested in YA literature and its impact on culture.
Listeners praise the insightful and entertaining discussions on young adult literature and adaptations.
There's appreciation for the thoughtful and critical engagement with themes of identity and representation in literature.
The hosts' chemistry and humor make for enjoyable conversations.
While many enjoy the critical analysis, some feedback indicates that deeper engagement with texts could enhance discussions.

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Talking Points

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It's Not Summer Without You / The Summer I Turned Pretty S02
Q: Joe, can I ask you a question?
In the book, I felt really strongly that Conrad had been forced to take Belly to prom to make Susana happy.
Mailbag 34: Positive Depictions of Neurodivergence
Q: What are your opinions about positive depictions of neurodivergence in literature and media?
They acknowledge the lack of positive representation and encourage listeners to suggest titles that handle the topic compassionately.
Mailbag 39: Revolutionary Recommendations and Pregnancy Pauses
Q: Is there any way for us as listeners to continue to support the podcast while you take leave?
While the podcast will be on a break due to maternity leave, there will still be new episodes scheduled until the end of August and some bonus episodes planned.

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Engaging in a delightful exploration of young adult literature, this podcast brings thoughtful discussions about various books and their film and television adaptations. The hosts tackle a wide range of topics across episodes, including literary themes, character development, and cultural representation, often weaving in contemporary social issues such as race, identity, and mental health. Unique in its approach, the podcast combines critical analysis, humor, and a love for YA media, appealing to both avid readers and casual fans alike.

Listeners can expect a mix of nostalgia and insightful commentary, as the hosts frequently revisit popular texts while also introducing lesser-known works to enrich their discussions. Their focus on ethical... more

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