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| Ep. 104 — Chapter 7 from "Baptism of Fire" | 15 May 2025 | 01:23:23 | |
Abbe from Sweden, Daniel from the Netherlands, and Softie from the UK join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Baptism of Fire, Chapter 7. Very important bits include: the epic conclusion to the book at the Battle of the Bridge, Witch-dudes and Witch-lads, CD Projekt Red’s ‘Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales’, druidic time scales, framing narratives as foreshadowing, Vampiric tropes, identity and redemption, fantasy as satire, the meandering nature of the book (and what it provides to readers), turning Milva’s pregnancy into a group project, and the ironic origin of ‘Geralt of Rivia’.
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| Ep. 103 — Chapter 6 from "Baptism of Fire" | 24 Apr 2025 | 01:17:02 | |
Kitty from the US and Tracie aka Miss Magitek join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Baptism of Fire, Chapter 6. Very important bits include: international ‘Baptism of Fire’ editions, Peter Kenny’s triumph, excitement for The Witcher 4, how Ciri fights for herself, the legend of Lara Dorren, our best Yzma impressions, perfect 10-year plans, parallels between the Lodge of Sorceresses and Dune’s Bene Gesserit, the mustache-twirling kind of evil, the absence of good, and Hannibal Lecter, gynecologist.
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| Ep. 94 — 5 Years of Breakfast in Beauclair | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:18:31 | |
Alyssa’s in the hot seat to reflect upon the last five years of Breakfast in Beauclair with Witcher Kitchen’s Anita Sarna and Karolina Krupecka. Very important bits include: the origins of the podcast, highlights from the last five years, and plans for the future of the show.
This episode is available at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. | |||
| Ep. 5 — "The Edge of the World" from The Last Wish | 10 Oct 2019 | 01:27:11 | |
Oleg from Russia and New Jersey joins Alyssa from GoodMorhen to discuss the fifth short story from Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Last Wish, “The Edge of the World.” Very important bits include: analysis of the race relations between humans and elves on The Continent, exploration of language both within the story and of the translations, and—oh yeah—Austin Powers cameos. The full episode transcript, show notes, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 4 — "A Question of Price" from The Last Wish | 26 Sep 2019 | 01:10:17 | |
Cyprian returns to discuss the fourth short story from Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Last Wish, “A Question of Price” with Alyssa from GoodMorhen. Very important bits include: Germanic influences in Sapkowski’s world, debates on The Law of Surprise, and the world premiere of the WWE: Cantankerous Cintran Smackdown Pay–Per–View Special. The full episode transcript, show notes, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 3 — "The Lesser Evil" from The Last Wish | 12 Sep 2019 | 00:53:02 | |
Cyprian from Poland and Berlin joins Alyssa from GoodMorhen to discuss the third short story from Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Last Wish, “The Lesser Evil.” Very important bits include: the complex ethics of neutrality, all of the bluffs, improper uses of “as you do,” and Geralt of Rivia’s famous line about neutrality and the nature of evil. The full episode transcript, show notes, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 2 — "A Grain of Truth" from The Last Wish and Vengerberg Glamarye | 29 Aug 2019 | 01:40:08 | |
Charlotte of Vengerberg Glamarye from North Carolina joins Alyssa from GoodMorhen to discuss the second short story from Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Last Wish, “A Grain of Truth.” Very important bits include: legends of Blue Roses and Bruxas, justice in fantasy, “What’s the day-to-day of a Beast-Vampire relationship?”, and a behind-the-scenes look at Vengerberg Glamarye, the only shop for lore-accurate Witcher fragrances. The full episode transcript, show notes, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 1 — "The Witcher" from The Last Wish | 15 Aug 2019 | 01:03:53 | |
Guest Chris E. joins Alyssa from GoodMorhen in New York for the inaugural episode of Breakfast in Beauclair to discuss the first short story from Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Last Wish, “The Witcher.” Very important bits include: New York strigas, Pirouette Power!, “Is time a human construct that also applies to the dead?”, and King Foltest’s potential as The Ultimate Reality Television Superstar. The full episode transcript, show notes, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com.
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| Ep. 0 — Introducing Breakfast in Beauclair | 01 Aug 2019 | 00:01:34 | |
Welcome to Breakfast in Beauclair, a global Witcher podcast. Join our international hanza as we accompany the witcher, Geralt of Rivia, and his destiny, Cirilla of Cintra, on their journeys across The Continent. New episodes every other Thursday. A complete list of episodes, transcripts, and social links can be found at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 93 — 308 "The Cost of Chaos" from Netflix's The Witcher | 08 Aug 2024 | 01:27:22 | |
Mitch Fey and Rob Pigott from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 308 "The Cost of Chaos". Very important bits include: leadership in the face of uncertainty, pivotal moments in Ciri’s character development, Geralt’s change of heart, the right amount of shaky cam, a show-only perspective, and our takeaways from Netflix’s the Witcher Season 3.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 92 — 307 "Out of the Fire, Into the Frying Pan" from Netflix's The Witcher | 25 Jul 2024 | 01:08:29 | |
Danny and Kerri from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 307 "Out of the Fire, Into the Frying Pan". Very important bits include: how to successfully adapt a solo storyline, breaking down the visual effects in the Korath desert, Ciri’s readiness and internal conflicts, her visions, Falka’s influence, and preposition soup.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 91 — 306 "Everybody Has A Plan 'Til They Get Punched In The Face" from Netflix's The Witcher | 11 Jul 2024 | 01:03:59 | |
Lucie from London and Pauline from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 306 "Everybody Has A Plan 'Til They Get Punched In The Face". Very important bits include: loyalty and betrayal, notes on character motivations and direction, inevitable confrontations, and comparisons to Andrzej Sapkowski’s Thanedd Coup in ‘Time of Contempt’.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 90 — 305 "The Art of Illusion" from Netflix's The Witcher | 27 Jun 2024 | 01:15:33 | |
This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Michelle from the US and Oleg from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 305 “The Art of Illusion". Very important bits include: the efficacy of non-linear storytelling, the morality of neutrality, the character’s and audience’s big red herring, and our thoughts on the mid-season finale.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 89 — 304 "The Invitation" from Netflix's The Witcher | 13 Jun 2024 | 01:14:03 | |
This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Bo from the US and Elora from the Netherlands join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 304 “The Invitation". Very important bits include: Emperor Emhyr’s beliefs, Yennefer’s place within the Brotherhood of Sorcerers, a short return to ‘monster of the week’, the search for self-worth, and the heightening of conflict before the end of Season 3, Part 1.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 88 — 303 "Reunion" from Netflix's The Witcher | 16 May 2024 | 01:03:13 | |
This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Emma from the US and Tracie from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 303 “Reunion". Very important bits include: new aspects of Jaskier’s character, Yennefer’s journey to motherhood, the difficult choices that parents make, and tests of allegiance and loyalty across the Continent.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 87 — 302 "Unbound" from Netflix's The Witcher | 02 May 2024 | 01:13:09 | |
This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in June 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Kyle from the US and Sam from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 302 “Unbound". Very important bits include: Yennefer’s evolving relationship with Ciri, a debate on which Nilfgaardian has the short stick, a truly horrific monster of the week, and the things men will do instead of going to therapy.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 86 — 301 "Shaerrawedd" from Netflix's The Witcher | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:56:41 | |
This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in July 2023 prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Gintare from the UK and Vang from Denmark join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 301 “Shaerrawedd". Very important bits include: Yennefer and Geralt’s evolving relationship, the newly abstract nature of Dol Blathanna, the development of Ciri’s morals and ideals, and dead devils.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 85 — Second Helpings: Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:57:40 | |
This discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3 was recorded in June 2023 and originally released in July prior to the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes. Elsa from the UK and James from the US join Alyssa for our pre-premiere discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3. Very important bits include: our standout moments from Season 1 and 2, our characters to watch, and our wildest Season 3 predictions.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 102 — Chapter 5 (Part 2) from "Baptism of Fire" | 10 Apr 2025 | 01:11:48 | |
Bo from the US and Gaby from Guatemala join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Baptism of Fire, Chapter 5, Part 2. Very important bits include: the classic fish soup scene, being bratty about who you share destinies with, Geralt’s motivations, togetherness and camaraderie, and Therapy with a Vampire.
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| Ep. 84 — 'The Witcher Official Cookbook' with Anita Sarna & Karolina Krupecka | 14 Dec 2023 | 01:24:46 | |
Anita Sarna and Karolina Krupecka from Witcher Kitchen join Alyssa to discuss their debut book, ‘The Witcher Official Cookbook: Provisions, Fare, and Culinary Tales from Travels Across the Continent’. Very important bits include: the origin of their new work, collaborating with CD Projeckt Red and their publisher, Ten Speed Press, the highs and lows of production, and a preview of what you can expect from this unique culinary take on the Witcher world.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 83 — Chapter 7 from "Time of Contempt" | 30 Nov 2023 | 01:08:09 | |
This chapter of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt and this episode of the podcast contain discussions of violence and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. Kade from the US and Matthew from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 7. Very important bits include: the ominous close of the novel, the risk of loneliness, harmful stereotypes, Times of Contempt, and critical conversations around assault.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 82 — Chapter 6 from "Time of Contempt" | 16 Nov 2023 | 01:20:19 | |
Gabriela from Poland and Kája from the Czech Republic join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 6. Very important bits include: how Ciri’s trial in the desert transforms her, the importance of her loved ones, Little Horse, dialects in translations, and her Time of Contempt.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 81 — Chapter 5 from "Time of Contempt" | 02 Nov 2023 | 01:18:13 | |
Cyprian from Berlin and Štěpán from the Czech Republic join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 5. Very important bits include: new insight into the Czech translation of the Witcher, parallels between the second Nilfgaardian war and our modern military history, Geralt’s evolving perspective on neutrality, vignettes from the front, and someone throws down the gauntlet over the second best Witcher game.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 80 — Chapter 4 from "Time of Contempt" | 19 Oct 2023 | 01:08:42 | |
Nicola from Italy and Ruark from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 4. Very important bits include: using action to tell a story, the reasons behind an act of mercy, the role of prophecy in the Witcher, and Geralt’s Himbo Origin Story.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 79 — Chapter 3 from "Time of Contempt" | 05 Oct 2023 | 01:26:53 | |
Alycia from France and Sarah A. from the UK join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 3. Very important bits include: Geralt and Yennefer’s atypical relationship, the role of sorcerers on the Continent, Sapkowski’s framing narratives, and Watership Down.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 78 — Chapter 2 from "Time of Contempt" | 21 Sep 2023 | 01:20:41 | |
Allison from the US and Liv from Brazil join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 2. Very important bits include: Ciri’s coming of age, some of the most memorable excerpts from the series, shades of femininity in The Witcher, and “Dolish Ponuts”.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 77 — Chapter 1 from "Time of Contempt" | 07 Sep 2023 | 01:19:48 | |
John aka Softie from the UK joins Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Time of Contempt, Chapter 1. Very important bits include: the life and times of a royal messenger, sly historical references, and the correct way to wear a squirrel’s tail.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| A note on the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:01:55 | |
Due to the emerging guidelines for creators and influencers about the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, I am making the decision to pause on any active promotion of the Netflix show on the podcast feed and social media channels until the strike is over. Breakfast in Beauclair will release episodes on Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 after the strike. In the meantime, the podcast will take a brief break for August and return on Thursday, September 7, 2023 with Andrzej Sapkowski's Time of Contempt or The Hexer TV series (2002). If you'd like to read more about creator guidelines for the strike, you can do so here: https://www.sagaftrastrike.org/influencer-faqs The full transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 76 — Netflix's The Witcher Season 3 | 06 Jul 2023 | 01:03:11 | |
Elsa from the UK and James from the US join Alyssa for our pre-premiere discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Season 3. Very important bits include: our standout moments from Season 1 and 2, our characters to watch, and our wildest Season 3 predictions.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 101 — Chapter 5 (Part 1) from "Baptism of Fire" | 27 Feb 2025 | 01:14:10 | |
Nicola from Italy and Pauline from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Baptism of Fire, Chapter 3. Very important bits include: the German and Italian translations, analyzing Sapkowski’s swordfighting through an experienced lens, his use of cutaways, the trustworthiness of Nilfgaardians, the ethics of violence and torture, first reactions to the Crossroads of Ravens teaser, the Everyman perspective in a supernatural world, contrasting views on executions, and killing with “mercy.”
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 75 — Doug Cockle & Peter Kenny on The Witcher Games & Audiobooks | 06 Apr 2023 | 01:32:34 | |
This episode of ‘Breakfast in Beauclair’ is sponsored by Lengthy Tangent and our debut audio fiction series, ‘Peculiar Radio.’ Support the ‘Peculiar Radio’ crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo now through May 2023 and listen to the podcast when it premieres this year. Doug Cockle from CD Projekt Red’s ‘The Witcher’ video games and Peter Kenny from ‘The Witcher’ audiobooks join Alyssa for a conversation on their careers, voice acting, and The Witcher, and the actor’s endless search for emotional truth. Very important bits include: a masterclass worth of materials for voice actors, sending your best people on the hardest jobs, trading stories about our favorite author, what Geralt says to Doug around the house, and Dandilion, Dandelion, and Dandelion.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 74 — 104 "Of Mages, Malice, and Monstrous Mayhem" from Netflix's Blood Origin | 16 Feb 2023 | 01:22:00 | |
Danny from the US and Lucie from London join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher: Blood Origin Episode 104 "Of Mages, Malice, and Monstrous Mayhem". Very important bits include: the thesis of ‘Blood Origin’, the public reception to the show, how Ithlinne’s prophecy has come to pass, how ‘Blood Origin’ expands the Witcher Universe, and the limited series’ impact on our bridge characters, Jaskier and Avallac'h.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 73 — 103 "Of Warriors, Wakes, and Wondrous Worlds" from Netflix's Blood Origin | 02 Feb 2023 | 01:01:59 | |
Michelle from Mexico and Vang from Denmark join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher: Blood Origin Episode 103 "Of Warriors, Wakes, and Wondrous Worlds". Very important bits include: our episode highlights and critiques, whether or not history is destined to repeat itself, pre-Conjunction magic versus Chaos magic, how ‘Blood Origin’s’ proto-witcher compares to the contemporary ones of Geralt’s time, Scían’s secret plan, representations of Irish culture and folklore in the show, and cross-over production details from ‘Blood Origin’ to ‘The Witcher’. Plus, stick around until the end as Michelle and Vang cut onions for Alyssa.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 72 — 102 "Of Dreams, Defiance, and Desperate Deeds" from Netflix's Blood Origin | 19 Jan 2023 | 01:03:33 | |
Merete from the US and Mindy from the StoryTinker join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher: Blood Origin Episode 102 "Of Dreams, Defiance, and Desperate Deeds". Very important bits include: How the worldview of each character affects their actions and decisions, the elven social hierarchy, symbolism within costuming and visuals, and our very best understanding of Celestial siblings.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 71 — 101 "Of Ballads, Brawlers, and Bloodied Blades" from Netflix's Blood Origin | 05 Jan 2023 | 01:18:39 | |
Ben from the US and John aka Softie from the UK join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher: Blood Origin Episode 101 “Of Ballads, Brawlers, and Bloodied Blades”. Very important bits include: our standouts and critiques, how the framing narrative eases the viewer into the prequel, pre-Conjunction Elven architecture, the early journey of our protagonists and how their internal conflicts are illustrated in combat, and whether or not the betrayal of the monarchies was justified. Plus, Softie brings a revelation of monolithic proportions.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 70 — The Future of 'The Witcher’ at Netflix, ‘Blood Origin’, and Season 3 with Lars from WitcherFlix | 22 Dec 2022 | 01:00:38 | |
In this special conversation, Lars from WitcherFlix joins Alyssa to discuss ‘The Witcher’ Seasons 2 and 3, ‘The Witcher: Blood Origin’, and the future of the Witcher at Netflix. Very important bits include: the highs and lows of Season 2 and look ahead to Season 3; our predictions and questions for the upcoming limited series, ‘Blood Origin’; the spin-off stories we’d green-light; the elephant in the room; and Lars’ Prophecy. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 69 — 208 "Family" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 3) | 08 Dec 2022 | 00:59:28 | |
Mitch Fey from the US and Rob Pigott from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 208 “Family”. Very important bits include: the evolution of Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri throughout the season, Yennefer’s ‘Spider-Man 2’ arc, our opinions on the Voleth Meir plotline and its purpose in the story, the changes we would have made to this season, successes and opportunities in the adaptation, and what we’re looking forward to in the future of the Witcher Universe. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 68 — 208 "Family" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 2) | 24 Nov 2022 | 00:54:14 | |
Mitch Fey from the US and Rob Pigott from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 208 “Family”. Very important bits include: the challenges of translating from book to script to screen, how each faction across the Continent turns against Ciri, a punishment of biblical proportions, Yennefer’s willing sacrifice, speculation about the future of the elves, a waterfall of cliffhangers, and our reaction to Season 2 dropping The Biggest Honking Secret in the Witcher series. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 67 — 208 "Family" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 1) | 10 Nov 2022 | 00:50:46 | |
Mitch Fey from the US and Rob Pigott from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 208 “Family”. Very important bits include: catching up on their work in the film and game industries since their appearances three years ago, Ciri confronting the loss of her home and family while trapped in a dreamscape, Ciri/Voleth Meir’s slaughter of the witchers and Geralt and Vesemir’s resulting conflict, Francesca on the edge of revenge, Yennefer and Jaskier taking things into their own hands, Nilfgaardian scheming, Cahir’s [redacted] arc, and unleashing Jurassic Park in Kaer Morhen. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 66 — 207 "Voleth Meir" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 2) | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:53:41 | |
Allison from the US and Bo from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 207 “Voleth Meir”. Very important bits include: Yennfer’s realization of Ciri’s potential and her change of heart, Vilgefortz’s unnerving personality change, Fingilla’s slow isolation and consequent outburst, using primordial magic for everyday productivity, a TED talk on Deadly Nightshade, Stormchasers: Nilfgaard, and how this episode in particular is an examination of hope. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 100 — Chapter 4 (Part 2) from "Baptism of Fire" | 13 Feb 2025 | 01:17:33 | |
Christiaan from Canada and South Africa and Sophia from Australia join Alyssa for our discussion of Andrzej Sapkowski’s Baptism of Fire, Chapter 4 (Part 2). Very important bits include: the trial by ordeal, the stupidest D&D group, the threshold that one needs to achieve to drop a hot horseshoe down a priest’s pants, the Nilfgaardian Cavalry workplace comedy we’ve been waiting for, The Filthy Pelican, morality's role in bravery, the definition of justice, and a bold assertion or a defense? You decide.
The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 65 — 207 "Voleth Meir" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 1) | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:54:01 | |
Allison from the US and Bo from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 207 “Voleth Meir”. Very important bits include: Ciri’s deadly consequences for the people of the Continent, the willingness to hope, how Cahir’s return to Cintra and Francesca’s seeming abandonment change Fringilla, Voleth Meir’s hand in elven genetics, Geralt’s “special friends”, Vilgefortz and Tissaia?!???!?!?!??, and the definitely-probably-possibly-canonical first witchers, Phil and Gordon. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 64 — 206 "Dear Friend" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 3) | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:48:41 | |
Charli from Austria and Kim from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 206 “Dear Friend”. Very important bits include: how the birth of the elven baby will change the alliance between the elves and Nilfgaard, how resentment poisons the self rather than harming the object of resentment, Lara Dorren—and consequently, Ciri—as genetic weapons, breaking down the fight between Geralt and the Michelet Brothers, and my take on the macro villain arc for Season 2. Plus: Kingsman, Deadpool, and The Flying Tooth. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 63 — 206 "Dear Friend" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 2) | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:51:23 | |
Charli from Austria and Kim from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 206 “Dear Friend”. Very important bits include: ‘The Aard Incident’, parallels to the 2001 Polish series, ‘The Hexer’, becoming the only human in a Muppet noir, what Cahir’s bathrobe tells us, the history of wooden training swords. and the proper etiquette for ‘Reuniting With The Ex Lover You Abandoned at the Top of a Mountain At Least 15 Years Ago, probably.’ The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 62 — 206 "Dear Friend" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 1) | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:51:15 | |
Charli from Austria and Kim from Germany join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 206 “Dear Friend”. Very important bits include: the fantasy books we’d like to see adapted, the religion and Temple of Melitele, Geralt’s (maybe unhelpful) words of affirmation, Rience’s cross-Continent zoomies, and this Roach’s probable age. Plus, help us name the Kaer Morhen wifi! The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 61 — Bonus: The Music of Breakfast in Beauclair | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:42:41 | |
In this bonus episode of Breakfast in Beauclair, Alex Berner from Pocket Bard, the composer of Breakfast in Beauclair, joins Alyssa to discuss the music behind the podcast—from corporate holiday to trap to beachy hippy camper van. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 60 — 205 "Turn Your Back" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 2) | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:55:48 | |
James from the US and Robin from the Netherlands join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 205 “Turn Your Back”. Very important bits include: An exploration of femininity and the breadth of women in the Witcher, how the score underlines the themes of the show, deconstructing both the narrative and character reasonings behind the Elder Blood plot line, Digimon-Bionicle-Transformers, tapping into the Continent’s boom box network, and sharing a brain cell at the bottom of a canyon. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 59 — 205 "Turn Your Back" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 1) | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:57:30 | |
James from the US and Robin from the Netherlands join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 205 “Turn Your Back”. Very important bits include: the introduction of new antagonists, flipped perspectives, fresh combinations of characters, the importance of building trust between actors, a deep dive into the Elder Blood plotline, splitting the party, how “Turn Your Back” is realized throughout the episode, and ‘Twisted Mermaids’. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 58 — 204 "Redanian Intelligence" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 3) | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:57:10 | |
Dallas Wheatley from the US and Emma Sherr-Ziarko from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 204 “Redanian Intelligence”. Very important bits include: how cinematography enhances the storytelling, furthering the plot versus furthering the story, meta dialogue in both the show and books, deciphering the Continent’s prophecies, my best Vesemir impression, and ‘saying the quiet part out loud.’ The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||
| Ep. 57 — 204 "Redanian Intelligence" from Netflix's The Witcher (Part 2) | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:53:14 | |
Dallas Wheatley from the US and Emma Sherr-Ziarko from the US join Alyssa for our discussion of Netflix’s The Witcher Episode 204 “Redanian Intelligence”. Very important bits include: story and character comparisons to Blood of Elves, the dynamic of Geralt and Yennefer’s relationship and the space between them, the expanding Witcher Universe, Cahir’s faith, Yennefer’s development, Jaskier’s breakup hair, and finding love in the frat house of the Continent. The full episode transcript, show notes, merchandise store, and access to our social platforms are available at breakfastinbeauclair.com. | |||