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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
Childhood

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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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

Get ready for a fun, culture-rich discussion as we explore Anne of Green Gables and its role in Canadian identity! Kelly and Ragon are joined by Brenna Clarke Gray and an amazing lineup of Canadian scholars, actors, and artists to share their unique ... more

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In our first of three episodes reflecting on the Anne of Green Gables series, we are revisiting the most significant themes from Anne's journey. We discuss the overall arc of Anne’s story, and how her friendships, romance, and quest for community and... more

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We’re joined by Dr. Benjamin Lefebvre to dive into the mysteries of L.M. Montgomery’s final, unconventional work, The Blythes Are Quoted. We explore the book's journey to publication, its surprisingly dark themes, and how it reshapes the legacy of ou... more

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Recent Guests

Brenna Clarke Gray
Research professor; Canadian literature scholar
University of British Columbia (context from conversation)
Episode: CAnneCon: Reflections on Anne of Green Gables and Canadian Cultural Identity
Brenton Dickieson
Faculty at University of Prince Edward Island; host of The Modcast
University of Prince Edward Island
Episode: CAnneCon: Reflections on Anne of Green Gables and Canadian Cultural Identity
Caroline Toal
Actor, Stratford Festival alum
Stratford Festival
Episode: CAnneCon: Reflections on Anne of Green Gables and Canadian Cultural Identity
Jennifer Villaverde
Filipino-Canadian actor and educator
Stratford Festival (actor)
Episode: CAnneCon: Reflections on Anne of Green Gables and Canadian Cultural Identity
Kat Sandler
Canadian writer and director; Stratford playrunner
Stratford Festival
Episode: CAnneCon: Reflections on Anne of Green Gables and Canadian Cultural Identity
Antonio Michael Downing
CBC The Next Chapter host
CBC
Episode: CAnneCon: Reflections on Anne of Green Gables and Canadian Cultural Identity
Benjamin Lefebvre
Scholar, editor; author of The Glory and the Dream: Ella Montgomery's Writing Life
Ella Montgomery Online / LM Online History project
Episode: The Blythes Are Quoted Explainer
Emily Woster
English professor and director of the Writing Center at the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota
College of St. Scholastica
Episode: Wrap-up of Rilla of Ingleside
Andrea McKenzie
Expert on L.M. Montgomery and her works
Episode: The Girls of Glen St. Mary: Part 2

Hosts

Kelly Gerner
Co-host of Kindred Spirits Book Club; frequently drives thematic explorations of LM Montgomery's work and related literature.
Ragon Duffy
Co-host of Kindred Spirits Book Club; leads discussions with warmth and scholarly perspective, often guiding episode themes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 184 ratings
  • 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
    Canada12 days 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 Statesa month ago
  • Such a comfort

    I found this podcast I think through a comment left on an Anne-related tik tok and I’m so glad I did! I listened to the first four seasons probably over the span of two weeks and now anticipate each new episode somewhat impatiently 😄 just gorgeous

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maladyofmortality
    United States3 months ago
  • The perfect podcast for all Anne fans! I came across this podcast as I plan my first ever trip to Prince Edward Island this summer, but I'll continue to follow the ladies as they do deep dives into the L.M. Montgomery universe. As I'm reading and rereading Maud's books, I frequently find myself thinking, "Oh, I can't wait to hear what Ragon and Kelly have to say about this!" :)

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Cathlina
    3 months ago
  • The best podcast

    I love every minute of this. Like the Anne books, a truly warm and caring listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carlynn
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Engaging, warm, and insightful discussions that feel like a cozy book club with smart analysis.
Listeners praise the hosts' enthusiasm, research depth, and ability to connect classic literature to modern life.
Guests are well-chosen and add valuable scholarly perspectives without sacrificing approachability.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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 female hosts engage in warm, in-depth conversations about Anne of Green Gables and the wider LM Montgomery universe. Episodes blend close-reading of the novels with cultural context, literary history, and occasional expert guests, creating a cozy yet scholarly book-club vibe. Topics span character studies, themes of found family and resilience, wartime perspectives in Montgomery's works, and adaptations or related literature, all with a friendly, supportive tone that invites listeners to join the discussion. This show often shines when it connects classic texts to contemporary issues, and it frequently highlights women's experiences, community, and the power of storytelling to shape identity.

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3. Caroline Toal
4. Jennifer Villaverde
5. Kat Sandler
6. Antonio Michael Downing
7. Benjamin Lefebvre
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