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Kindred Spirits Book Club

Ragon Duffy and Kelly Gerner
Anne Of Green Gables
L.M. Montgomery
World War I
Rilla Of Ingleside
Rainbow Valley
Anne's House Of Dreams
The Story Girl
Anne Of Ingleside
Motherhood
The Golden Road
Romance
Friendship
Leslie Moore
The Blue Castle
Glen St. Mary
Rilla Blythe
Prince Edward Island
Parentification
Gilbert Blythe
LM Montgomery

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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We are thrilled to share our fascinating conversation with Sara Louise Petersen all about Anne of Green Gables and its appeal across the ideological spectrum! Sara tells us why “Trad Wives” love Anne of Green Gables, and we talk all about how the boo... more

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In today’s episode, we relive our unforgettable adventure to Prince Edward Island where we walked in L.M. Montgomery's footsteps, explored beloved Anne of Green Gables sites, and met the historians, scholars, and Montgomery family members who help ke... more

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Live from Prince Edward Island and the L.M. Montgomery Institute Conference! We are so excited to bring a slice of this magical night at the conference to our listeners. Expect our signature deep dives, some interactive audience fun, and plenty of la... more

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It’s our season finale! And even as we are trying to close the book on the Anne series, we couldn’t help adding just a few more thoughts, lingering questions, and hot takes to the conversation. Join us for Anne and ADHD debates, queer readings, forgo... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Louise Petersen
Writer and lecturer on feminism, motherhood, and gender; author of Mom Fluenced
The New York Times, The Cut, The Washington Post (publications); author
Episode: BONUS: Anne the Influencer
Pam Campbell
Maud Montgomery's relative, community storyteller at Park Corner
Park Corner / Campbell family heritage site
Episode: BONUS: 10 perfect days on PEI
Meagan Follows
Actress who played Anne Shirley in the 1985 CBC miniseries
Original Anne of Green Gables adaptation cast
Episode: BONUS: 10 perfect days on PEI
Erin Wood
Conference attendee, guest speaker
Unspecified
Episode: KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference
Rebecca Thompson
Conference attendee, guest speaker
Kindred Spirits Book Club
Episode: KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference
Debbie Thompson
Rebecca Thompson's mother, audience participant
Family of guest
Episode: KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference
Emily Wooster
Guest with perspective on Montgomery readings
Academic/Community Reader
Episode: KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference
Julie Sellers
Audience member and contest participant
Audience
Episode: KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference
Mary Beth Cavert
Audience member sharing personal journey with Anne
Audience
Episode: KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference

Hosts

Ragon Duffy
Co-host known for warm, scholarly discussions and traveling through Montgomery's world.
Kelly Gerner
Co-host with a welcoming, insightful approach and deep knowledge of Montgomery studies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • A wonderful surprise!

    I met Ragon and Kelly at the LMMI conference in June 2026 and learned about their podcast at the pre-conference events. They simply radiated enthusiasm and joy about all things LMM! They hosted a trivia night which was fun and lively. When the conference was over and I returned home, I immediately began listening to their podcast. I have enjoyed each episode and love hearing their insights about LMM, other literature, movies and life. I’m looking forward to their future podcasts. Thank yo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Jayhawk fan
    United States2 months ago
  • Divinely beautiful, dazzlingly clever, and angelically (or deeply humanly) good

    This podcast is a joy and a comfort and a delightful learning experience. It really is like sitting down in a cozy chair at a bestie’s house and having an amazing book club. Ragon and Kelly put so much thought and love and care into each episode, and I always look forward to sitting down with whatever my current crafting protect is and going on a wonderful journey with them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jsealand
    United States2 months ago
  • My Beloved Podcast: The Kindred Spirits Book Club

    I love this podcast so much! Ragon and Kelly are two gals who wholeheartedly love and respect the art and craftsmanship of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s works. They reflect on their experiences with the Anne of Green Gables collection, as well as other stories from Montgomery. Just recently, they shared their experiences at the LM Montgomery Conference. I appreciated those episodes because I hope to make the pilgrimage to PEI one day. Thank you, Ragon and Kelly, for all of your hard work putting togeth... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beccatorres41
    United States2 months ago
  • Binged all 92 … expect my badge in the mail 😜

    So let me start with I am not a reader. My Maud journey is one of family legacy, I am her great-grandson. After my father passed I joined the community a little out of curiosity, and a little out of duty. Thrown into a world of product licensing and academia that is complex and fascinating. Ragon and Kelly have been a great addition to my journey with their thoughtful insights and the great guests they have connected with … some of whom I am pleased to consider friends (Laura, Kate, Brenton) and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bmacd123
    Canada4 months ago
  • Fun, Deep, Engaging

    I’ve been working my way through the episode backlist after coming to this podcast late, and it is a delight: emotionally engaging, deeply researched, and lots of fun. I’ve fallen behind on all my other podcasts because all I want to do is visit Avonlea, Glen St. Mary, and the rest of PEI with Ragon and Kelly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aprilmarches
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Energetic and community-focused, with engaging guests and live events.
Warm, inviting hosts that feel like a chat with friends.
Thoughtfully researched discussions that respect the source material.

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#92
Canada/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#244
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#151
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#10
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#25
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#151
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

KSBC LIVE from the L.M. Montgomery Conference
Q: How has your experience with the books changed over time and with different media?
Experiences deepen as readers age and engage with multiple media forms; personal identities, motherhood, and scholarly curiosity shift the reading lens, leading to richer interpretations and broader discussions with audiences.
Anne Of A Different Island Author Talk with Virginia Kantra
Q: What inspired you to use the Anne Books, particularly these first three Anne Books, as sort of your jumping off point for Anne of a Different Island?
I was inspired by the relationship in Anne of Anne series, particularly the lovely line when Anne realizes love coming out of friendship.
Anne of Ingleside in Conversation
Q: How did you discover the Anne books and LM. Montgomery?
Dr. Robinson shared that she grew up with Anne of Green Gables but it didn't resonate with her as a child. It was during her PhD studies that she truly discovered the depth and brilliance of Montgomery's work.
Planning A Perfect Pilgrimage to Prince Edward Island
Q: Brenna, did you grow up in the Maritimes or did you just spend summers there?
I grew up in Ontario, but we always rented a cottage on the red sand side of the island during summers.

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Two hosts repeatedly explore Anne of Green Gables and the broader LM Montgomery universe with a warm, scholarly lens. Episodes balance character studies, thematic deep dives, and cultural context, often featuring live audiences, Canadian literary history, and conversations with scholars, actors, and editors. The show stands out for its inviting atmosphere, well-researched discussions, and ability to connect classic texts to modern themes like identity, community, and CanCon. Potential listeners should enjoy thoughtful literary chat that remains approachable and community-driven, with frequent cross-references to adaptations, festivals, and publishing perspectives.

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8. Julie Sellers

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