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Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr

Brenna Clarke Gray and Joe Lipsett
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A weekly podcast about young adult literature, their film and television adaptations and everything in between.

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Latest Episodes

Brenna and Joe return to middle grade fiction with Natalie Babbitt's 1975 classic novel, Tuck Everlasting.

It's a beautifully simple, but effective story with some age-appropriate moral lessons.

Plus: Brenna's experience with the graphic novel; the... more

Brenna and Joe return to discuss the film adaptation of Along For The Ride, written and directed by Sofia Alvarez (To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before).

Shocking no one: the complicated relationship with the parents is downplayed in favour of the roma... more

Brenna and Joe return to the world of Sarah Dessen to discuss 2009's Along For The Ride.

There are no surprises here: it's all predictable conventions and tropes...and we don't care *at all* thanks to Dessen's fantastic writing and characterizations... more

Brenna and Joe check out Tracey Deer's Indigenous Canadian film, Beans (2020), which we've both been eager to check out for years.

Pre-teen actor Kiawentiio gives an incredible performance as the title character in a film that mixes coming of age el... more

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Recent Guests

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Hosts

Joe Lipsett
Co-host of Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr; frequent collaborator on episodes discussing YA adaptations and related topics
Brenna Gray
Co-host of Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr; regular on-book discussion and media-adaptation critique with a focus on YA

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 172 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

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    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 States4 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 States4 years ago

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Consistently engaging and informative, with a welcoming, infectious energy.
High-quality production and well-structured episodes that include “homework” recommendations and mailbags.
Shows a strong emphasis on representation and critical discussion of publishing and production contexts.
Great chemistry between hosts and deep, nuanced analysis of YA and its adaptations.
A few episodes surface strong negative takes that some listeners find exhausting, but most praise the thoughtful approach and humor.

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Book: When You Were Mine (2010)
Q: If you could divorce yourself of your knowledge of Romeo and Juliet, and you just came to the story cold, what would your perspective be?
While I could see the lead up and the development with Len the whole way along, and I liked him and I wanted him to be the romantic win at the end, I didn't see Rose figuring that out.
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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What is Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts, Brenna Gray and Joe Lipsett, deliver thoughtful, humorous analysis of YA literature and its film/TV adaptations. Episodes routinely pair critical discussion of source material with exploration of adaptation choices, representation, and behind-the-scenes industry context, often followed by a light, engaging book club segment and listener mailbag. The show's strength lies in the hosts' chemistry, nuanced takes, and a consistent emphasis on inclusivity, diversity, and the relationship between text and screen. Listeners frequently praise the balance of insightful critique with accessible, warm banter, making it well-suited for fans of YA who want deeper discussion without taking themselves too seriously. A standout feature is the rec... more

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