As a special feature of The Fanbase Weekly podcast, the Fanbase Feature focuses on and celebrates a specific element of geek culture.
In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests Jessica Maison (writer, Mary Shelley’s School for Monsters), Ashley V. Robinson (writer, Jupiter Jet, Aurora and the Eagle / podcast host – Geek History Lesson), and Rebecca Lear (Executive Producer – The Katniss Chronicles Audio Drama) to participate in a thorough discussion regarding Sunrise on the Reaping (2025) in light of the new Hunger Games novel’s recent release, with topics including reactions to this new chapter in the Hunger Games mythology, discussion of how the book changes the panelists’ view of Haymitch Abernathy and his appearance in previous Hunger Games novels, how the story explores themes like implicit submission, media literacy, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Sunrise on the Reaping abound in this panel discussion!)
Cast members: Jessica Maison (writer, Mary Shelley’s School for Monsters), Ashley V. Robinson (writer, Jupiter Jet, Aurora and the Eagle / podcast host – Geek History Lesson), Rebecca Lear (Executive Producer – The Katniss Chronicles Audio Drama), and Bryant Dillon (Fanbase Press President, The Fanbase Weekly co-host, writer – Something Animal, Identity Thief)
This month’s sponsor: HellmouthCon
Presented by Fandom Charities, HellmouthCon is the ultimate convention for fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, and more! This year, the convention is back and bigger than ever, taking place on June 14 and 15 and offering an unforgettable experience for die-hard fans and newcomers alike. For updates, tickets, and announcements, be sure to visit fandomcharities.org/hellmouthcon.
Fanbase Press’ recommendations for fans of Sunrise on the Reaping:
*‘The Hunger Games:” A Spark of Hope – By Fanbase Press’ Travis Lakata
*Fanbase Feature: Panel Discussion on ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ (2020)
The Fanbase Weekly Theme Song Written and Performed by: Adam WarRock
The Fanbase Weekly Theme Song Produced by: Mikal kHill
Episode Photo by: Barbra Dillon
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