Shelf to Screen
Ever argued that the book was better? Or wondered how a 1,000-page epic fits into a two-hour movie?
From the creators of the Talk'aran'rhiod podcast comes Shelf to Screen, a deep dive into the transition of sci-fi and fantasy stories from the page to the premiere. Join Joe, Jen, and Tom as they dissect the newest adaptations and the cult classics, exploring what was lost in translation and what found new life on screen.
With the effortless chemistry and sharp wit you’ve come to expect, the trio tackles everything from Arrakis to Westeros. Whether you’re a "book-first" purist or a cinema enthusiast, tune in for insightful analysis, hilarious takes, and a celebration of the stories that are too big for just one medium.
Grab your popcorn, keep your bookmarks, and subscribe to Shelf to Screen.
Shelf to Screen
Latest Episodes
Annihilation (part 2)
What happens when the laws of biology start to bend and the world you knew becomes a fractal nightmare? This week, we step into the Shimmer to dissect Alex Garland’s take on Annihilation. Why does everyone keep calling it a tunnel when it’s cle...
Annihilation (part 1)
Is the lighthouse hiding a cosmic secret or just a really tall tower? This week on Shelf to Screen, we venture into the humid swamps of Jeff Vandermeer’s masterpiece to see if the shimmer is worth the trip. We explore why the Southern Reach tri...
2001: A Space Odyssey (part 2)
Is 2001 A Space Odyssey a technical masterpiece or just Stanley Kubrick flexing for two and a half hours? We dive deep into the void to settle the debate between the silent film's interpretation and Arthur C. Clarke's explanatory prose.H...
2001: A Space Odyssey (part 1)
Ever wonder why a giant glowing baby is floating through deep space while a computer calmly tries to murder its crew? We dive deep into the enigmatic masterpiece 2001: A Space Odyssey, comparing Arthur C. Clarke’s clear-cut prose with Stanley K...
