First comment!!! lol yay kimmy for being so speedy in editing this long long podcast. i havent listened to it in its final cut but im sure its good! we had some great discussions

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Currently hearing the podcast. Amazing job on everyone’s part great opinions, also i loved when you were theorizing the district 13 with katniss’s dad etc. I haven’t finished Catching Fire yet so i’m excited to see what happens at the end but assuming something bad happens to Peeta. But all that aside love the podcast guys

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Excellent podcast guys! It was really interesting to hear all the conspiracy theories relating to Katniss’ and Gale’s fathers. The discussion on this episode was really good. I liked how you picked up nearly every detail and was so thorough about all the points you discussed. You made me think about certain things in the series that I hadn’t thought about before. I really like the idea that Gale might have seen Peeta just before he and Katniss had to leave for the Capitol, and that the reason for Peeta’s tears was that he thought he was going to die to save Katniss. If you think about it, Gale must have realised Peeta had a thing for Katniss, so he must have used that as a reason to make Peeta do all he can to save Katniss.

All this discussion really makes me want to read Mockingjay and find out what actually happens!!

Also about your intro music: I really liked the intro music for this episode, it reminded me of Katniss embarking on a long journey or something. I didn’t like the intro music for the last episode as much as this one, Tik Tok just reminds me of Kesha and I just don’t like her for some reason. But your intro music for episodes 1-7 were also good. To me the original music just seems to ‘fit’ more with the podcast, but that’s just probably because it was the first one I heard so it seems more natural.

Looking forward to hearing the next Chapter by Chapter! Keep up the good work guys!

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That was quick, thanks for updating so soon!

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hey 1st of all i love this place its pretty cool you guys made a whole webpage for this amazing book that not many people know about but shouold!! n btw the book u were talking about with the girl who’s in the 18oo’s n like the children start dying or what ever is called running out of time! i had 2 read it for 7th grade!!

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ok you guys did really good with this one!! hhaa i love all the discutions u didi or wat ev!! n peetas mom did go to see peeta, but she didnt say anything good for him she said that katniss is a fighter, that she could win….. n i love the idea with peeta n gale talking i the visiting room,and its interesting about what madge did!! haha i wonder if maybe she knows something since she’s the mayors daughter, n trying to set something up!!! hahah

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For some reason the podcast doesn’t play on my computer even though the previous ones were fine…it says file not found,,,can anyone help me????

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Katniss and gales dad theory is genius

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I get it! (if this is true…)
Prim being picked for the reaping was so that Katniss would volenteer because she loved her so much.
Peeta being picked hor THG was because of the whole Bread scene, knowing that if they (Haymitch) force them to “love” eachother (Which Peeta already does) they will want both of them to stay alive, so if all goes according to plan than that eans that a rebellion will start! Oh, and Madge gave her the pin because she was in on the plan and that was a symbol to the rebals that Katniss was the “mockingjay”!!! So maybe that means people in district thirteen needed the message and Haymitch, and all them had connections with district thirteen.
Creepy huh?
And I totally think the “Fill In The Blank” contest should happen..

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Talking about furturistic distopias reminded me of a book (“House of the Scorpion” by Nancy Farmer) where American has crumbled and become a third world country, there is a country between U.S and Mexico that is pretty corrupt that is ruled by rich people (It’s been a while since I read the book so I might be wrong) and Mexico has flourished. There is also future tech such as hovercrafts, but these aren’t mentioned alot in the book.

Also, I do nkt like Katniss. Now that I think about it, Katniss seems pretty emotionless (to me).
And the whole Oh-so-fond-of-my-younger-sibling is over used and lame. I’m not saying that older kids don’t love their siblings, but I’ve read several books that do this and Susan Collins takes it too far. In the book “Don’t You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey” has this kind of relationship, but it’s alot more realistic because the older sister gets frustrated and yells at her brother. Even under Katniss’s cirumstances, I doubt she’d be so fond of Prim.

And last, I assume Prim is aroun 10 or 11, and I know a girl that almost perfectly matches Prim’s description. When I read about Prim, I imagined that girl. She has that quiet, sweet, innocence thing that you seem to read about Prim. 0_0

Ok I lied one last thing….. GALExKATNISS!

Sorry for typing error but I wrote this on my iTouch. -_-

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Yeah… So Gale… I decided right away that I wanted Gale and Katniss. And I won’t go back on that. I’m doubting… crap… no I’m not. I think they may be in District 13. Sorry, I’m commenting while listening. I don’t think so though. And yeah, Tori’s right, I doubt he’d run away like that.

What’s with that whole part of silence for 30 seconds in the middle?

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Where is the silence Greg? I can go in and cut it out.

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I really loved the podcast! You guys were great and picked up on so much. You’re definitely right about seeing more the second time around.

NamelessGirl, I don’t necessarily agree that Katniss’s relationship with Prim is fake and cliched. In fact, my best friend’s older sister is ridiculously protective of her like that. I too am an older sister and am quite guilty to underestimating my sister’s knowledge about the world around her.

The conspiracy theories are amazing, though. I loved you guys connected it all.

Kimmy, the silence starts at 50:30 and goes until about 51:23 with just some fuzz and a “yeah” in between.

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Awesome podcast this time guys! I’m totally hooked and I want the next one to come out soon!
The conspiracy theories really got me thinking. I liked the one about Kat and Gale’s parents being alive and staged the explosion to escape the Capitol! That would be an awesome plot twist in the next book. Am I the only one who think Suzanne will have a hard time tying together the loose ends in only one book? That’s an idea for the next podcast! List up all the questions that have to be answered in the next book!
Jabberjays makes the waiting a little more bareable! Thank you!
Mockingjays for life <3

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The silent spot has been removed, try re-downloading from iTunes.

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Haha, yeah, the really long silent spot where Kimmy was talking about Haymitch and was just like, “Yeah…” was a bit awkward. But, this is by far my favorite podcast. I was a little worried about the chapter-by-chapter thing because I really hoped you guys wouldn’t go “Ok, this entire podcast is chapter one. Chapter two is in the next one.” Handling them in chunks is very nice. The chapter-by-chapter also allows us to dig into the book even more and raises a bunch of questions. I really like how you guys talked about the mine explosion, because I was thinking the same thing, with it being staged. JD also brought up a theory that I was thinking about as well. With the whole conspiracy being set up well beforehand and Katniss just being the poster girl of it. I think that it’s Madge’s mom, who’s sister was also sent to be killed in the Games. Can’t wait for the next one!

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That was quick! I loved the new podcast, I felt it had a very good structure and you came with a lot of points and perspectives I’d never really thought of.
About the music: I liked this one, but the first one is still what I associate Jabberjays with and I think I like that one a bit more… the only thing is that from time to time the volume of the intro music used to be really loud before, the volume of both mics and music today was much better!
So, great podcast! I can’t wait for the next one!

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I have thought about why the districts have absolutely no communication between each other and it think it’s to keep them separated and to keep the capitol in power because if they could communicate, they could also rebel against the Capitol very fast and very easily because u know ignorance leads to segregation and therefore complete isolation. therefore, it is impossible(well, almost, as shown in Catching Fire) to start an uprising.
It’s like when u don;t know what to expect if u tried to travel to one of these districts, then most likely, from fear of the unknown, u probably won’t bother, right??

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I like the music from the beginning of this episode =) It seems so fitting!!

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1-7 was best. sounds so hunger games ish

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I thought it was strange that you guys didn’t like the name Katniss at first. Granted, its odd, but i thought it was at least original. Anyone can write a book about a Bella or an Edward, but it takes some originality to come up with a story about a Katniss or a Peeta.

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OK so they were talking about why the fence isent on all the time. Here is why ELECTRICITY COSTS MONEY! She talks about in the book how they dont have it on because they dont have enough electricity she even seid some thimes the power will go out in the city randomly, so wht are they going to do write to the capital and ask for more? no they will save the power for homes isnsted of the gate. sorry just had to get that out of my system. O and the book you are thinking of is Runing Out of Time, im in 8th grade hahah

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the 1-7 songs were the best!
great podcast.

is the next chapter by chapter 4-6 or just 4? and to when are we reading it? u never said that in the podcast, about the next reading-thing… XD

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I have a feeling that Peeta was crying because he was the original “symbol” of the rebellion. Prim was chosen so Petta would win, but when Katniss volunteered the rebellion changed their mind. They chose to use Katniss as the “symbol” and this meant the Peeta needed to die.

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Ohmygosh. If Katniss’s dad is still alive…
Can’t. Wait. For. Mockingjay.
=D
P.S Love the podcast. You guys had alot of great discussion points.

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I’m responding to what is probably the least important issue brought up in this podcast. When you guys were talking about how Effie Trinket is always referred to by her full name, and not just Effie. I think it has to do with her Panem media role. She serves as a guide to what is going on in the Hunger Games. She’s always there to lead the people in the games where they need to go. But mostly, she’s known as the commentator at the Games. She announces the winner, does play-by-plays, and makes sure everything is publicized. I kinda see her as the Ryan Seacrest of Panem. No one EVER just calls him Ryan. He’s always Ryan Seacrest, just as Effie Trinket is always Effie Trinket.

(P.S. If this post makes no sense, blame the fact that I’m on my netbook under the hot sun. Haha. Not proofreading.)

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Disclaimer: I’m sorry if I ramble because I actually wrote down my reactons and connections I made while listening to the podcast, so I remember everything.

I really liked this episode for a number of reasons. Firstly, it wasn’t just a regurgitation of your website content as some of the other Jabberjays episodes tended to be. I have mockingjay.net set as my homepage and so I don’t need to hear everything that I read everytime I open my browser. Although, I do like hearing the music breaks because I don’t always have the means to listen to the songs on the site.

Secondly, I really liked Lori’s insight and the new perspective she brought to the podcast, being a mother and slightly older than Kimmy, JD, Becka, and Andrew.

I like the new intro/outro music better. It sets a more upbeat tone for the podcast.

It definitely seems as if District 12 has reverted or regressed in terms of how technologically advanced their society is, or how it’s allowed to be. Great analysis on that.

If Gale was in love with Katniss as some people think, do you think he had been in love with her for a while by the start of Hunger Games or do you think he had just realized it/come to terms with it? Also, do you think other people think that Gale and Katniss have something going on because they spend so much time in the woods alone, or are they aware that Gale and Katniss have a platonic relationship?

I absolutely LOVED all of the conspiracy theories, especially the one concerning Katniss’s dad not being dead and in District 13. I never have good theories on book series so I love to hear other people’s thoughts. like on Jabberjays. It gets me thinking the same way Mugglenet got me thinking for Harry Potter – so congrats!

Becka, did you ever figure out what book you were thinking of? I’ve read it too and I *thought* it was by Caroline B. Cooney, but I couldn’t find anything that sounded like it on any list of books by her. If you figure it out, it’d be great if you could let me know. I’m SunsetJello on Twitter. =]

I’m guessing Katniss is sixteenish? For some reason I imagined her as a tad younger – like maybe a mature fifteen?

The Capitol keeps the districts from communicating with each other because communication fosters thought, and THAT could lead to full-scale rebellion. it’s the same kind of censorship as in Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. In F451, they burn books and just watch TV all day, because the government is afraid that if they read books they’ll get ideas and launch a revolt. They don’t trust people to think. in Panem they don’;t trust people to communicate, and really books are a form of communication as well, so it’s along the lines of the same concept.

For some reason, I always imagined the Capitol accent as, like, ehmahgawd total Valley Girl!!!! It seems to fit their personalities and priorities, and Katniss describes the accent as having lots of verve and enthusiasm, if I remember correctly. However I do see where your coming from; it IS very hard to imagine accents.

Whoa, I DEFINTELY didn’t know Kimmy was born in South Africa. How cool! =D

With the whole questioning Madge’s intentions discussion, I don’t think that Katniss doesn’t give herself so much the CREDIT for the rebellion as the BLAME. It’s not as if she’s exactly proud or boastful of her role.

Wrapping up, this episode was EXCELLENT and I’m really happy to see Jabberjays evolve into a great podcast. I can really tell you’re getting your footing. Great job and I’m anxiously awaiting the next episode! =]

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Amazing job, guys! This episode is definitely my favorite right now.

I personally prefer this intro music you have used. I agree with what some people say of Kesha’s Tik Tok, and for HG, I would really like not to think of her, just because she has nothing to do with it, ha.

Anyway, keep up the excellent work. I’m looking forward to more long, long episodes with thought-provoking discussions like this.

You guys seriously made my day.
Thanks!

I cannot wait for Mockingjay!

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I just want to comment on the political distinctions you talked about– not because it has any real relevance to the books, but because of all the real world political controversies going on these days, I feel compelled to correct any misconceptions. What goes on in North Korea and Panem is totalitarianism. Communism is a form of socialism, which both are essentially about how capitalism is inherently unfair and unequal, and that everyone–not just the rich–should have access to things like education, technology, and healthcare, thus giving them a real, fair chance to reach their potential. Neither require (and ideally don’t entail) any kind of dictatorship. They get a bad name because throughout the 20th century, a number of power-hungry people used the Communist and socialist movements to seize absolute power in their countries. This had nothing to do with the ideas socialism and Communism espouse, and everything to do with how many people were behind those ideas. But once those people took power, they turned their back on all the ideals and became the same, if not worse, than the systems they overthrew. Read George Orwell’s “Animal Farm”– this is all what that book is basically about, only using the microcosm of a farm and its animals as a metaphor. These days, most European countries are at least partially socialist, and they remain as democratic as ever.

And that’s your political science lesson of the day!

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Sorry for sounding like a noob, but I haven’t used iTunes in ages… How can I find Jabberjays there to subscribe?

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Nevermind, I found it ;D Like I said, noob.

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Hey guys! I finally caught up with the latest episode! You guys are doing a great job with the podcast. The intro for this episode is really nice and original – I’ve never heard it before. It sounds really nice and has a certain epic-ness to it. When I heard it an image of an arena containing a vast grassland appeared in my mind. So yeah, I vote for Manju.

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With all these conspiracy theories, I honestly need to share mine.
First off, none of us know Mr. Everdeen and Mr. Hawthorne’s name, so I’ll just call them Eric Everdeen and Rohan Hawthorne. Okay? LOL
I THINK Rohan, Eric, and Haymitch were all friends before the 50th Quarter Quell. Them, and other boys from the Seam, would always rant about the Capitol and even mention fantasy plans of rebellions. Back in their time, the Peacekeepers were a lot stricter and whipping was common. Whenever the three boys were whipped however, it was only for speaking out against the Captiol, not for secretly hunting in the woods and gathering plants. I think that the Peacekeepers somehow found out either about an actual plan of rebellion or that Eric, Rohan and Haymitch illegally hunted. In order to “set them straight” (they = not only the three, but all the people in D12) the Capitol rigged the Quell so Haymitch was for sure in it. Not only was his turning the force field in the arena into a weapon a slap in the Capitol’s face, Haymitch also won the Quell that was supposed to set D12 straight. President Snow didn’t expect that.
I’m a Haymitch fan, and I kinda disliked how little we know about his backstory, so I just thought up a family for him, Eric, and Rohan. So, bear with me with these next parts. 5 years after Haymitch won the Hunger Games, his 13-year-old sister is chosen and, being 21, Haymitch can’t volunteer for her, and has to mentor her. She doesn’t make it, of course. And while Haymitch is devastated, Eric tells him that the Capitol used his sister to break him, and to silence any rebellion plans the Seam people might still be thinking of. They all (or just Eric, Haymitch, and Rohan) have to split up and keep out of touch with in order for the Capitol to think they’re not secretly hiding a plan. Haymitch, to show his sister’s death HAS broken him and he’s given up on life itself, forces himself to become an alcoholic and well, you know the rest.
Rohan and Eric, I bet, trained their oldest offspring to hunt and gather and basically keep their family alive. But, at the same time, they’ve been kept separate of each other. This way, if Eric and Rohan were to be killed in a “mining accident” (which they don’t know will be caused by them being discovered for hunting illegally or the plans of rebellion) they’ll know their families will be taken care of. I haven’t really thought of those FAQs, like if they’re still alive in D13 or anything like that.
So… yeah. XD That’s my theory.

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Oh, BTW, excellent episode! I like the chapter-by-chapter discussions a lot more than the one where you guys talk about the movie. Love this podcast!!!

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i loved all the podcasts you posted. they were great. but i just cant decide if i’m on team Peeta or team Gale. Katniss has known gale longer and has built a stronger relationship with him, but Peeta has given Katniss sooo much as in saving her life three times if you count the bread and both games. so idk what team i’m on. what about you?

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Great podcast! I wish you would do them more often!

I loved all the discussion. I am intrigued by all the conspiracy theories.

I hope you guys make another episode soon! I am the podcast’s biggest fan!

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hey guy, just dicovered the podcast on iTunes{because i’m a podcast junkie] AND I ♥ IT! When will u guys update?
♥ya-Inky

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Must have new podcast… *gasp* must have new podcast…

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love hunger games….who wouldnt though?

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haiii guys, great podcast!!! i cant wait to hear next chapter by chapter, even though i read all books three times, lol xD any, keep it up!!!!!!

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hmmmm i dont know whos team i am on, team gale or team peeta. katniss has known gale ssince they were little, but peeta has had an undying crush on katniss!!!!! hmmmm….

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rememeber I…..like fried chicken but because we hunt and dont raise chicken i cant eat it often

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I just found your podcast today. I am a scrapbooker who fell in love with The Hunger Games triology and I have been hosting The Hunger Games Scrapbooking Challenge on my blog. I have been listening to your podcasts from the first one and this episode is so strong and I love all the conspiracy theories – this episode really made me think – even though I’ve already read all three book. Very Well Done!

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spell checker – trilogy

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