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Monster Donut: A Percy Jackson Podcast

Monster Donut
Percy Jackson
Greek Mythology
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
The Lightning Thief
The Lightning Thief Musical
Annabeth
Tyson
Trials Of Apollo
Court Of the Dead
Camp Half-Blood
Disney+
Mythology
Luke
Theater
Nico Di Angelo
Will Solace
Riordanverse
Graphic Novels
Nico Diangelo
Justice

Monster Donut is a close reading of the Riordanverse including interviews with the cast and creatives behind the Disney+ series, hosted by Phoebe, a dramaturg and story consultant in the TV/theater industry, and Emily, a writer & classicist with a degree in Greek & Latin. Every two weeks, Phoebe & Emily (along with some occasional special guests) analyze every book, short story, and episode of the... more

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This episode, we're joined by Set Decorator Hamish Purdy to talk seasons 1 & 2 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians! Discussion topics may include: hidden details in Percy's bedroom, defining characters through the objects you surround them wit... more

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This episode, we're joined by Daniel Diemer to talk season 2 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians! Discussion topics may include: growing up with the Percy Jackson series, what meeting Sally might have been like, what home means for Tyson, Chri... more

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This week, Daphne Olive is back to discuss her work on season 2 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians! Discussion topics may include: building the myth of Thalia Grace, Daphne's prophecy theories, Excalibur, flashback POVs, looking toward Luke's... more

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BONUS CROSSOVER EPISODE! On the way back from our season 2 set visit, we recorded this episode theorizing about what we'd seen for the wonderful Daphne Olive with Mike from The Newest Olympian and Erica and Carter from Seaweed Brain. Please enjoy us ... more

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Hamish Purdy
Set Decorator for Seasons 1-2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Percy Jackson TV series
Episode: 76: Set Decorator Hamish Purdy On PJOTV Season 1 & 2 | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Daniel Diemer
Actor portraying Tyson in Season 2
Actor, Tyson (Season 2)
Episode: 75: Deep Diving Into Tyson w/ Daniel Diemer | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Daphne Olive
Staff writer for the show
Disney/Seaweed Donut production team
Episode: BONUS: Post-S2 Set Visit Theories & Discussion | The Olympian Monster Brain
Tamara Becher-Wilkinson
Writer for Percy Jackson Season 2, known for episodes 3 and 7.
Disney+
Episode: 72: Writer Tamara Becher-Wilkinson On Crafting 2.03 & 2.07, Luke Castellan, & Mitch From Blockbuster | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Dior Goodjohn
Actress playing Clarisse
Disney+ adaptation of Percy Jackson
Episode: 71: Talking All Things Clarisse with Dior Goodjohn | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Cam Silas
YouTuber known for Percy Jackson content
Episode: 70: We Find Out What Really Happened | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 2.08 (The Fleece Works Its Magic Too Well) feat. Cam Silas
Leah Sava Jeffries
Young actress portraying Annabeth
Episode: 66: Monster Donut Tears Our Family Apart | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 2.04 (Clarisse Blows Up Everything) feat. Interviews w/ Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dan Shotz, and Craig Silverstein
Aryan Simhadri
Young actor playing Grover
Episode: 66: Monster Donut Tears Our Family Apart | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 2.04 (Clarisse Blows Up Everything) feat. Interviews w/ Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dan Shotz, and Craig Silverstein
Charlie Bushnell
Young actor portraying Luke
Episode: 66: Monster Donut Tears Our Family Apart | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians 2.04 (Clarisse Blows Up Everything) feat. Interviews w/ Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dan Shotz, and Craig Silverstein

Hosts

Phoebe
Dramaturg and story consultant; hosts Monster Donut, with strong focus on character analysis and narrative craft.
Emily
Classicist and writer who provides Greek and Latin context to discussions; co-host of conversations and analyses.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 417 ratings
  • PJO FOREVER

    I have just gotten really into this podcast because of the pjo pod. i just really love how they talk about all things from loss, to humor, to love.ā¤ļø Its just made it really fun to reread all the books along with them( Even though i have on my own). I am so happy i found them, all PJO lovers should definitely listen to this podcast šŸ”±šŸŒŠšŸ—”ļø

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    5
    weirdratgirlšŸ€šŸ€šŸ€šŸ€
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it

    I love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nothing77:)
    United States6 months ago
  • Wonderful

    For the second book I would put an eye on the bead because of the entire cyclops thing. Tyson coming was a big part of the book and also Prometheus

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    5
    Daughter of Tyr
    United States2 years ago
  • Your skipping stuff

    I just started listening and I’ve read the series and I’ve noticed that you aren’t covering everything(never mind that I love you guys you are awesome and i understand that you can’t fit everything in one podcast episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cbstrikes
    United States2 years ago
  • Great recap and analysis

    Thank you for sharing your recap and analysis of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. It’s entertaining and provides some fresh perspective. I enjoy your interest in the mythology you bring to the podcast. I hope you continue through Kane Chronicles and Magnus Chase.

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    5
    karategal1210
    United States2 years ago

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76: Set Decorator Hamish Purdy On PJOTV Season 1 & 2 | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Q: If you were to design a bead inspired by your experience on Season 2, what would you put on it?
I would sculpt a bead with a tiny boat motif—ranging from the rainbow zodiac to the Ironclad and other ships—because boats became a unifying symbol of the season's travel and adventure, capturing the sense of movement and exploration that defined the environments.
75: Deep Diving Into Tyson w/ Daniel Diemer | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Q: Was there a moment you remember a scene going in a direction you weren't expecting, energy-wise, despite the script staying the same?
Diemer responds that the cast's specificity and the actors' patterns typically keep the energy on track, with surprises being rare but welcome when they occur.
75: Deep Diving Into Tyson w/ Daniel Diemer | Percy Jackson Season 2 Discussion
Q: What was it like finding all of those moments and the line deliveries for Tyson, and how did you approach the energy of the character in scenes with the other actors?
Diemer explains that he looks for patterns in other actors' work, stays flexible on the day, and lets the scene's energy guide his choices rather than rigidly planning every beat, which helps him stay honest and reactive.
60: We Take The Authors To Court | The Court of the Dead (Live Reaction!) (feat. Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro)
Q: What is the significance of Semele and her interactions with other characters?
Semele's presence adds depth to the story, drawing parallels with the themes of judgment, control and emotional agency.
60: We Take The Authors To Court | The Court of the Dead (Live Reaction!) (feat. Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro)
Q: How was it stepping back into Hazel's mind after so long?
It was fascinating and gratifying to revisit Hazel as she has grown significantly as a character.

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A close-reading show that dissects Riordanverse content across books and the Disney+ series, blending literary analysis with pop culture context. The hosts invite actors, writers, and creators to discuss character arcs, adaptation choices, and behind-the-scenes insights, often tying mythological themes to contemporary storytelling. Fans likely appreciate deep dives, thoughtful commentary, and occasional on-set anecdotes, with a craft-conscious approach that appeals to both mythology buffs and TV/film viewers. A standout angle is the hosts' ability to pair rigorous classical knowledge with accessible, witty discussion, plus regular guest appearances that broaden the conversation beyond the books themselves.

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