Adaptation Nation
Russell Johnson and Matthew Gray
Welcome to "Adaptation Nation," the podcast where hosts Russel Johnson and Matthew Gray dive into the fascinating world of story transformations. Every episode is a lively exploration of how our favorite narratives leap from one form of art to another - from the immersive depths of books to the visual splendor of movies, the expressive power of plays, the rhythmic soul of songs, and the interactive worlds of video games.
More than just a podcast, Adaptation Nation is a celebration of the art of storytelling across mediums. Johnson and Gray use a blend of humor and keen insights into the origins and evolutions of these artistic adaptations.
The discussions are engaging, the information enlightening, and the vibe irresistibly fun! Join us on this adventure across the vast landscape of adaptation, where we connect the dots, explore the differences, and revel in the creative process that binds these stories together.
Because everything you love, is probably based on something else.
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Adaptation Nation Goes Under the Covers
Adaptation Nation
03/22/24 • 32 min
This week Matthew and Russ talk about music!!! Cover songs as well as songs adapted from other works.
Also here are some playlists we reference in our chat:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7cvNlevqTk9Wk0kDJKI3dh?si=VZHSojNzSXGD8glc9EwIrQ&pi=u-yrsFA5_sTXW5
I didn't know that was based on a book
Adaptation Nation
02/08/24 • 37 min
In the inaugural episode, Matthew and Russ explore the 1988 action classic Die Hard based on the 1979 novel Nothing Lasts Forever by Roderick Thorp.
Everybody loves Dick...Philip K. Dick
Adaptation Nation
02/23/24 • 33 min
This week Russ and Matthew take a look at the classic Sci-Fi thriller Blade Runner and it's adaptation from Philip K. Dick's 1968 novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
Adaptation Nation Goes to the Oscars
Adaptation Nation
03/08/24 • 48 min
Listen as we talk about one of this years nominated adaptations: Percival Everett's Erasure as adapted into the much lauded American Fiction.
Adaptation Nation Gets Real
Adaptation Nation
04/08/24 • 36 min
This week we dive into the WWII era spy story of Operation Mincemeat.
FAQ
How many episodes does Adaptation Nation have?
Adaptation Nation currently has 5 episodes available.
What topics does Adaptation Nation cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Adaptation Nation?
The episode title 'I didn't know that was based on a book' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Adaptation Nation?
The average episode length on Adaptation Nation is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of Adaptation Nation released?
Episodes of Adaptation Nation are typically released every 15 days, 6 hours.
When was the first episode of Adaptation Nation?
The first episode of Adaptation Nation was released on Feb 8, 2024.
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