<![CDATA[Read Rising]]>We are a group of friends, Craig, Sam, Liz, and Nick, with a shared love of fantasy and sci-fi, brought together by the works of Pierce Brown. Join us weekly for our in-depth discussions of the series, and laugh with us as we share our potentially outlandish takes and analyses. 

We're now into the second season, which covers 'Golden Son.' If you’d like to read along with us, this season consists of eight episodes split into the four parts of the book. While the focus of season two is on book two, if you haven’t read the series yet, we DO discuss spoilers for the entirety of the first trilogy. We will do our best to avoid and/or mark any and all spoilers for the second era of the Red Rising series.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 10:38:17 GMTThu, 19 Mar 2026 12:52:27 GMT60The Howler Book Club<p>We are a group of friends, Craig, Sam, Liz, and Nick, with a shared love of fantasy and sci-fi, brought together by the works of Pierce Brown. Join us weekly for our in-depth discussions of the series, and laugh with us as we share our potentially outlandish takes and analyses. </p><p></p><p>We're now into the second season, which covers 'Golden Son.' If you’d like to read along with us, this season consists of eight episodes split into the four parts of the book. While the focus of season two is on book two, if you haven’t read the series yet, we <b>DO</b> discuss spoilers for the entirety of the first trilogy. We will do our best to avoid and/or mark any and all spoilers for the second era of the Red Rising series.</p>serialThe Howler Book Clubthehowlerbookclub@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[2.4 The Great Escape (Golden Sun, Ch. 19 to 24)]]>In this episode of the Red Rising Podcast, we discuss chapters 19 to 24 of "Golden Son" by Pierce Brown. The conversation dives into the aftermath of the gala, where Darrow and his allies navigate complex political and personal dynamics. We look into Darrow's charismatic leadership, the introduction of new allies like Ragnar and Orion, and the exploration of themes such as loyalty, rebellion, and the intricacies of friendship. Thanks for listening!

]]>9001a188-089a-4e0c-a621-52664c26bcfaTue, 26 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Red Rising Podcast, we discuss chapters 19 to 24 of "Golden Son" by Pierce Brown. The conversation dives into the aftermath of the gala, where Darrow and his allies navigate complex political and personal dynamics. We look into Darrow's charismatic leadership, the introduction of new allies like Ragnar and Orion, and the exploration of themes such as loyalty, rebellion, and the intricacies of friendship. Thanks for listening! </p><p></p>yes00:51:52242.4 The Great Escape (Golden Sun, Ch. 19 to 24)full<![CDATA[2.3 Peak Boy Energy (Golden Sun, Ch. Ch. 12 - 18)]]>In this episode of The Howler Book Club, the hosts dive into chapters 12 through 18 of "Golden Son" by Pierce Brown. We explore the intense gala duel between Cassius and Darrow, discussing the political implications and the Sovereign's unexpected interference. The squad also reflect on the dramatic and theatrical nature of Darrow's actions, before concluding with a discussion on the strategic moves of Mustang and the complex dynamics between the characters, setting the stage for future episodes. Get into it!

]]>ea311af6-6bec-4b87-bd3b-268021cfecccTue, 19 May 2026 13:44:45 GMT<p>In this episode of The Howler Book Club, the hosts dive into chapters 12 through 18 of "Golden Son" by Pierce Brown. We explore the intense gala duel between Cassius and Darrow, discussing the political implications and the Sovereign's unexpected interference. The squad also reflect on the dramatic and theatrical nature of Darrow's actions, before concluding with a discussion on the strategic moves of Mustang and the complex dynamics between the characters, setting the stage for future episodes. Get into it!</p>yes00:49:01232.3 Peak Boy Energy (Golden Sun, Ch. Ch. 12 - 18)full<![CDATA[2.2 Below Deck (Golden Sun, Ch. 7 - 11)]]>Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggity dog. Darrow is in a rough spot in this episode. Everything is falling apart for our golden son. But we do get some spicy time with the Jackal, at least.

]]>25108f9a-d22f-4a2e-ba07-bbd2ec46e4faTue, 12 May 2026 08:15:00 GMT<p>Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggity dog. Darrow is in a rough spot in this episode. Everything is falling apart for our golden son. But we do get some spicy time with the Jackal, at least. </p>yes00:53:42222.2 Below Deck (Golden Sun, Ch. 7 - 11)full<![CDATA[2.1: Wait, it’s another school? (Golden Son, Ch. 1 - 6)]]>Season two is live and poppin' off! The squad dives in to find Darrow in a Golden graduate school, where we meet some new enemies, and potentially add a couple of friends into the fold. Welcome to Golden Son by Pierce Brown!

]]>92218e95-ce17-4efb-9f29-db57a0f10efbTue, 05 May 2026 11:32:34 GMT<p>Season two is live and poppin' off! The squad dives in to find Darrow in a Golden graduate school, where we meet some new enemies, and potentially add a couple of friends into the fold. Welcome to Golden Son by Pierce Brown!</p>yes00:50:07212.1: Wait, it’s another school? (Golden Son, Ch. 1 - 6)full<![CDATA[1.7 BONUS - Spoilers Galore! (ALL books in the saga.)]]>This episode is literally FULL of spoilers for the ENTIRE series, from books 1-6. DO NOT LISTEN if you don't want to hear about new characters and deaths and drama. However, if you're all caught up with the series and just waiting for Red God, this is a fun one. Liz, Craig, and Sam kicked Nick to the curb for this episode, since he hasn't finished the second trilogy. Enjoy!

]]>d22401f4-5793-4216-a65e-a408d9e4b820Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:15:00 GMT<p>This episode is literally FULL of spoilers for the ENTIRE series, from books 1-6. DO NOT LISTEN if you don't want to hear about new characters and deaths and drama. However, if you're all caught up with the series and just waiting for Red God, this is a fun one. Liz, Craig, and Sam kicked Nick to the curb for this episode, since he hasn't finished the second trilogy. Enjoy! </p>yes00:50:05171.7 BONUS - Spoilers Galore! (ALL books in the saga.)bonus<![CDATA[1.6 Grab Bag Episode (Red Rising)]]>We wrapped up all of the parts for Red Rising, but (can you believe it) we had more to say! Grab some gluten free popcorn and enjoy the variety of topics and hot takes.

]]>d1b49928-bda3-43d8-b57c-a43e6ae40950Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>We wrapped up all of the parts for Red Rising, but (can you believe it) we had more to say! Grab some gluten free popcorn and enjoy the variety of topics and hot takes. </p>yes00:46:12161.6 Grab Bag Episode (Red Rising)bonus<![CDATA[1.5 Is Darrow unreliable? (RR Part 4)]]>Hot take alert! Can we trust what Darrow says? Join the squad for episode five as we (allegedly) wrap up Red Rising by Pierce Brown.

]]>24842f67-b7fc-4340-88f0-8800ca832efbTue, 14 Apr 2026 08:15:00 GMT<p>Hot take alert! Can we trust what Darrow says? Join the squad for episode five as we (allegedly) wrap up Red Rising by Pierce Brown.</p>yes01:03:06151.5 Is Darrow unreliable? (RR Part 4)full<![CDATA[1.3 Mark it (RR Part 2)]]>Join us this week as we dive into Red Rising Part II, from the moment when Darrow climbs from the dirt beneath the surface of Mars to the grueling moment when he must face Julian in 'The Passage.'

Per Aspera Ad Astra!

]]>2fa28cf9-04ef-429e-9a6e-fcc6c0fde7d9Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:35:04 GMT<p>Join us this week as we dive into Red Rising Part II, from the moment when Darrow climbs from the dirt beneath the surface of Mars to the grueling moment when he must face Julian in 'The Passage.'<br /><br />Per Aspera Ad Astra!</p>yes01:14:13131.3 Mark it (RR Part 2)full<![CDATA[1.4 Where was Roque?(RR Part 3)]]>Thanks for holding! Join us for a breakdown of Pierce Brown's Red Rising, Part III! We have a lot of fun in this one.

]]>6f5d1074-be53-4895-97d4-0c144a948086Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:45:00 GMT<p>Thanks for holding! Join us for a breakdown of Pierce Brown's Red Rising, Part III! We have a lot of fun in this one.</p>yes01:17:40141.4 Where was Roque?(RR Part 3)full<![CDATA[1.1 The Prophets of Pierce Brown (Introductions)]]>Hello and welcome to the Read Rising Podcast. We are a group of friends, Craig, Sam, Liz, and Nick, with a shared love of fantasy and sci-fi.

This season, we will be discussing Red Rising by Pierce Brown.  Right now, there are 6 books that have been released in the Red Rising Saga.  The first trilogy is made up of Red Rising, Golden Son, and Morningstar. 

We’ll spend a season on each book, breaking them into manageable parts.  We will absolutely be discussing major spoilers for books one, two, AND three in this first season, so we highly encourage you to NOT listen unless you’ve read all three books.  In fact, don’t listen unless you’ve finished the first trilogy.  


Omnis Vir Lupus - and, Pierce Brown, come onto the podcast.

The following conversation contains major spoilers for Pierce Brown's Red Rising trilogy. The series also includes depictions of graphic violence, torture, slavery, sexual violence, and genocide. Listener discretion is advised.

]]>b9654225-9202-45bc-9173-4e9feb6053a0Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:51:27 GMT<p>Hello and welcome to the <i>Read</i> Rising Podcast. We are a group of friends, Craig, Sam, Liz, and Nick, with a shared love of fantasy and sci-fi.<br /></p><p>This season, we will be discussing Red Rising by Pierce Brown.  Right now, there are 6 books that have been released in the Red Rising Saga.  The first trilogy is made up of Red Rising, Golden Son, and Morningstar.  <br /><br />We’ll spend a season on each book, breaking them into manageable parts.  We will absolutely be discussing major spoilers for books one, two, AND three in this first season, so we highly encourage you to NOT listen unless you’ve read all three books.  In fact, don’t listen unless you’ve finished the first trilogy.  </p><p><br />Omnis Vir Lupus - and, Pierce Brown, come onto the podcast.<br /></p><p>The following conversation contains major spoilers for Pierce Brown's Red Rising trilogy. The series also includes depictions of graphic violence, torture, slavery, sexual violence, and genocide. Listener discretion is advised.</p>yes00:38:09111.1 The Prophets of Pierce Brown (Introductions)full<![CDATA[1.2 Dance Dance Revolutioning (RR Part 1)]]>This episode, we discuss Part I of the first book - from the captivating first line to a maybe surprising death (have we mentioned there would be spoilers?). We’ll do a deep dive into the groundwork for all the heartbreak and brutality to come. We reflect on the first time we read the series, what it was that pulled us in, and how this part hits totally different on the re-read.


The following conversation contains major spoilers for Pierce Brown's first Red Rising trilogy, from Red Rising to Morning Star. The series also includes very adult content which can include violence, sexual violence, and genocide. Please take care while listening.

]]>790ac9f7-2cf5-47cc-b32a-22219485c734Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:44:34 GMT<p>This episode, we discuss Part I of the first book - from the captivating first line to a maybe surprising death (have we mentioned there would be spoilers?). We’ll do a deep dive into the groundwork for all the heartbreak and brutality to come. We reflect on the first time we read the series, what it was that pulled us in, and how this part hits totally different on the re-read.</p><p><br />The following conversation contains major spoilers for Pierce Brown's first Red Rising trilogy, from Red Rising to Morning Star. The series also includes <i>very</i> adult content which can include violence, sexual violence, and genocide. Please take care while listening.</p>yes01:02:02121.2 Dance Dance Revolutioning (RR Part 1)full