The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show

Be the King of YOUR Krewe! Lestat was King of Mardi Gras in 1940, and you'll be the King of the Krewe anytime you're wearing our newest design. The Articulate Coven Merch store is open until January 6th, and orders start shipping on January 12th. Celebrate your favorite vampire all Carnivale season. https://articulatecoven.com/merchFrom our Coven to you, a very happy holiday season. Ashley & I spent some time (& when I say SOME time I mean a LOT of time) with our Children of the Millenia patrons, talking about their love of Anne, the shows adapted from her works & their favorite & least favorite characters. We also discussed the weekend some of them spent with us in New Orleans for Halloween 2025, and how much fun it's going to be when we get together for 2026 & 2027.This is Part 2 of the Patron Feature, so make sure you've watched/listened to part 1 first, the conversations were all so good, we couldn't cut them short.UPCOMING SCHEDULE - All dates are for Patron releases:Jan. 4th, 2026: Prince Lestat Part 1 - Opening through Chapter 10.Jan. 11th: Prince Lestat Part 2Jan. 18th: Prince Lestat Part 3Jan. 25th: Prince Lestat Part 4 & ConclusionThis episode & all of our videos are made possible by our Patrons.Thank you to our Fledglings: Amiee DiBrango, Sharlien, Lara, Gaica, Keryn L., Mimi, The Shermanator, GrumpyOldBob56, Tauni theMostlyHarmless, Zaila, Tristan Floyd, Jamie Moore, Caleb Smith, Amber Dawn Jennings, Yali, Julie, Claire Punke, Rose, Tammy Hawkridge, Timea Kolárovská, Elizabeth Wilson, Linda, m5713m, Leo Abrantes, Kelsey, Danni Phantom, Holly Butcher, Jess Coulson, K, Spence, Tommy Sweeny, Chris, WtchTrials, Marlen LaBianco, Frogrem, Tania, mcwhit, Jessi Jay, Debbie Gloom, Nicole P, Jesse Tovar, Amanda Salmans and John Allyn Cayard.Thank you to our Makers: Heather Heise, Gabbi Necklen, Mendi Raftery, Mel Rosina, Mandy Taylor, Dani Rodriguez, Angela Stephenson, Dorothy Johnson, Holly Robertson, Sarah Louise, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Meera S., Nicole Mazza, Kelly W., Aly Galloway, Danielle Rupino, OnHerPeriods, Kevin, ComixFan, Lucia Grey, Cortney, GertyZee, Casey Forester, Dani Dunziellas, Jessica Sargent, Katen, Michelle Smith, Mélissa Bouchard, Kimbra Quezergue, Toni Ann, Tamika T, Michelle, Jessica Owens, Andrea and Janeka Rector.Thank you to Children of the Millenia: Jennifer Morgan, Brat Prince Bran, Derek Lord, Catherine Thurmond, Jolee, Mandy B., Stephen Dean, Zach, Kristi Bartels, Meera S., Cassandra Silvia, Tanea, Patrick Garrone, Natalie W, Jane Prust, James Blanton and Kayla Schneider.and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward.Get info on our live events, Halloween 2026 and 2027 in New Orleans at ArticulateCoven.com/eventsSupport the channel & get everything we do early & ad-free at ArticulateCoven.com/join

Be the King of YOUR Krewe! Lestat was King of Mardi Gras in 1940, and you'll be the King of the Krewe anytime you're wearing our newest design. The Articulate Coven Merch store is open until January 6th, and orders start shipping on January 12th. Celebrate your favorite vampire all Carnivale season. https://articulatecoven.com/merchFrom our Coven to you, a very happy holiday season. Ashley & I spent some time (& when I say SOME time I mean a LOT of time) with our Children of the Millenia patrons, talking about their love of Anne, the shows adapted from her works & their favorite & least favorite characters. We also discussed the weekend some of them spent with us in New Orleans for Halloween 2025, and how much fun it's going to be when we get together for 2026 & 2027.This is Part 1 of the Patron Feature, so make sure you catch Part 2 as well, the conversations were all so good, we couldn't cut them short.UPCOMING SCHEDULE - All dates are for Patron releases:Jan. 4th, 2026: Prince Lestat Part 1 - Opening through Chapter 10.Jan. 11th: Prince Lestat Part 2Jan. 18th: Prince Lestat Part 3Jan. 25th: Prince Lestat Part 4 & ConclusionThis episode & all of our videos are made possible by our Patrons.Thank you to our Fledglings: Amiee DiBrango, Sharlien, Lara, Gaica, Keryn L., Mimi, The Shermanator, GrumpyOldBob56, Tauni theMostlyHarmless, Zaila, Tristan Floyd, Jamie Moore, Caleb Smith, Amber Dawn Jennings, Yali, Julie, Claire Punke, Rose, Tammy Hawkridge, Timea Kolárovská, Elizabeth Wilson, Linda, m5713m, Leo Abrantes, Kelsey, Danni Phantom, Holly Butcher, Jess Coulson, K, Spence, Tommy Sweeny, Chris, WtchTrials, Marlen LaBianco, Frogrem, Tania, mcwhit, Jessi Jay, Debbie Gloom, Nicole P, Jesse Tovar, Amanda Salmans and John Allyn Cayard.Thank you to our Makers: Heather Heise, Gabbi Necklen, Mendi Raftery, Mel Rosina, Mandy Taylor, Dani Rodriguez, Angela Stephenson, Dorothy Johnson, Holly Robertson, Sarah Louise, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Nicole Mazza, Kelly W., Aly Galloway, Danielle Rupino, OnHerPeriods, Kevin, ComixFan, Lucia Grey, Cortney, GertyZee, Casey Forester, Dani Dunziellas, Jessica Sargent, Katen, Michelle Smith, Mélissa Bouchard, Kimbra Quezergue, Toni Ann, Tamika T, Michelle, Jessica Owens, Andrea and Janeka Rector.Thank you to Children of the Millenia: Jennifer Morgan, Brat Prince Bran, Derek Lord, Catherine Thurmond, Jolee, Mandy B., Stephen Dean, Zach, Kristi Bartels, Meera S., Cassandra Silvia, Tanea, Patrick Garrone, Natalie W, Jane Prust, James Blanton and Kayla Schneider.and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward.Support the channel & get everything we do early & ad-free at ArticulateCoven.com/join Get info on our live events, Halloween 2026 and 2027 in New Orleans at ArticulateCoven.com/events

Be the King of YOUR Krewe! Lestat was King of Mardi Gras in 1940, and you'll be the King of the Krewe anytime you're wearing our newest design. The Articulate Coven Merch store is open until January 6th, and orders start shipping on January 12th. Celebrate your favorite vampire all Carnivale season. https://articulatecoven.com/merchIn this episode, Ashley & Joel are joined by the Queen of the Damned herself, the CHIEF of our Patrons, Nancee Ward. We discuss one of her favorite movies, The Thing (1982) by John Carpenter. We talk about isolation, mistrust, misinformation & much, MUCH more. You Patrons, stick around for the Articulate Coven: Afterlife where we cover Welcome to Derry Episode 5!Next week, the holidays bring us our special OVERSTUFFED stocking of a Patron feature episode featuring discussions with many of our Children of the Millenia Patrons!Support the channel & get everything we do early & ad-free at ArticulateCoven.com/join Get info on our live events, Halloween 2026 and 2027 in New Orleans at ArticulateCoven.com/eventsUPCOMING SCHEDULE - All dates are for Patron releases: Dec. 24th: Patron Feature Episode Part 1 with the Children of the MilleniaDec. 25th: Patron Feature Episode Part 2 with the Children of the Millenia Jan. 4th, 2026: Prince Lestat Part 1 - Opening through Chapter 10. Jan. 11th: Prince Lestat Part 2 Jan. 18th: Prince Lestat Part 3 Jan. 25th: Prince Lestat Part 4 & ConclusionThis episode & all of our videos are made possible by our Patrons.Thank you to our Fledglings: Amiee DiBrango, Sharlien, Lara, Gaica, Keryn L., Mimi, The Shermanator, GrumpyOldBob56, Tauni theMostlyHarmless, Zaila, Tristan Floyd, Jamie Moore, Caleb Smith, Amber Dawn Jennings, Yali, Julie, Claire Punke, Rose, Tammy Hawkridge, Timea Kolárovská, Elizabeth Wilson, Linda, m5713m, Leo Abrantes, Kelsey, Danni Phantom, Holly Butcher, Jess Coulson, K, Spence, Tommy Sweeny, Chris, WtchTrials, Marlen LaBianco, Frogrem, Tania, mcwhit, Jessi Jay, Debbie Gloom, Nicole P, Jesse Tovar, Amanda Salmans and John Allyn Cayard.Thank you to our Makers: Heather Heise, Gabbi Necklen, Mendi Raftery, Mel Rosina, Mandy Taylor, Dani Rodriguez, Angela Stephenson, Dorothy Johnson, Holly Robertson, Sarah Louise, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Meera S., Nicole Mazza, Kelly W., Aly Galloway, Danielle Rupino, OnHerPeriods, Kevin, ComixFan, Lucia Grey, Cortney, GertyZee, Casey Forester, Dani Dunziellas, Jessica Sargent, Katen, Michelle Smith, Mélissa Bouchard, Kimbra Quezergue, Toni Ann, Tamika T, Michelle, Jessica Owens, Andrea and Janeka Rector.Thank you to Children of the Millenia: Jennifer Morgan, Brat Prince Bran, Derek Lord, Catherine Thurmond, Jolee, Mandy B., Stephen Dean, Zach, Kristi Bartels, Cassandra Silvia, Tanea, Patrick Garrone, Natalie W, Jane Prust, James Blanton and Kayla Schneider.and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward.Chapters00:00 Introduction of Guests and Show Format06:42 Personal Connections to Anne Rice's Works12:27 The Role of Adaptations in Understanding Literature18:42 The Significance of the Score in 'The Thing'21:35 Comparative Analysis of 'The Thing' and Other Works24:36 Final Thoughts on 'The Thing' and Its Legacy26:08 The Desperation of Survival26:39 Gender Dynamics in Crisis27:48 Trust and Paranoia Among Men29:09 The Impact of COVID Denial30:41 Prequel Perspectives: The Thing31:40 The Art of Practical Effects33:42 Body Horror and Its Legacy36:20 The Stakes of Isolation37:28 The Role of Substance Use37:57 Wilford Brimley: A Timeless Presence39:42 Blair's Calculations...

In this episode, Ashley & Joel make you all very mad, as they tier list the Vampire Chronicles & Mayfair Witches novels from Anne Rice. The beauty is, you get to tell us all the ways we're wrong in the comments! Don't miss out on this week's Articulate Coven Afterlife, where we discuss Welcome to Derry Episode 4. Get everything we do early & ad-free, INCLUDING the Afterlife Segments by joining the Coven at ArticulateCoven.com/joinUPCOMING SCHEDULE - All dates are for Patron releases:Dec. 21st: The Queen & The Thing (1982) with Nancee WardDec. 24th: Patron Feature Episode with the Children of the MilleniaJan. 4th, 2026: Prince Lestat Part 1 - Opening through Chapter 10.Jan. 11th: Prince Lestat Part 2Jan. 18th: Prince Lestat Part 3Jan. 25th: Prince Lestat Part 4 & ConclusionFeb. 1st - IWTV Episode 1 & 2 RewatchFeb. 8th - IWTV Episode 3 & 4 RewatchFeb. 15th - IWTV Episode 5 & 6 RewatchFeb. 22nd - IWTV Episode 7 RewatchMar. 1st - IWTV Episode 201 & 202 RewatchMarch 8th - IWTV Episode 203 & 204 RewatchMarch 15th - IWTV Episode 205 & 206 RewatchMarch 22nd - IWTV Episode 207 RewatchMarch 29th - IWTV Episode 208 RewatchThis episode & all of our videos are made possible by our Patrons.Thank you to our Fledglings: Amiee DiBrango, Sharlien, Lara, Gaica, Keryn L., Mimi, The Shermanator, GrumpyOldBob56, Tauni theMostlyHarmless, Zaila, Tristan Floyd, Jamie Moore, Caleb Smith, Amber Dawn Jennings, Yali, Julie, Claire Punke, Rose, Tammy Hawkridge, Timea Kolárovská, Elizabeth Wilson, Linda, m5713m, Leo Abrantes, Kelsey, Danni Phantom, Holly Butcher, Olivia, Jess Coulson, K, Spence, Tommy Sweeny, Chris, WtchTrials, Marlen LaBianco, Frogrem, Tania, Catnip, mcwhit, Jessi Jay, John Allyn Cayard and Debbie Gloom.Thank you to our Makers: Heather Heise, Gabbi Necklen, Mendi Raftery, Mel Rosina, Stephanie Deal, Mandy Taylor, Dani Rodriguez, Angela Stephenson, Dorothy Johnson, Holly Robertson, Sarah Louise, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Meera S., Nicole Mazza, Kelly W., Aly Galloway, Danielle Rupino, OnHerPeriods, Kevin, ComixFan, Lucia Grey, Cortney, GertyZee, Casey Forester, Dani Dunziellas, Jessica Sargent, Katen, Michelle Smith, Mélissa Bouchard, Kimbra Quezergue, Toni Ann, Tamika T, Michelle, Jessica Owens, Andrea and Janeka Rector.Thank you to Children of the Millenia: Jennifer Morgan, Brat Prince Bran, Derek Lord, Catherine Thurmond, Jolee, Mandy B., Stephen Dean, Zach, Kristi Bartels, Cassandra Silvia, Tanea, Patrick Garrone, Natalie W, Jane Prust, James Blanton and Kayla Schneider.and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward.Support the channel & get everything we do early & ad-free at ArticulateCoven.com/joinGet info on our live events, Halloween 2026 and 2027 in New Orleans at ArticulateCoven.com/events

In this episode, Ashley & Joel do Mark Johnson's work for him & break the stories for the next couple of Immortal Universe TV series from AMC & AMC+. Whether we're close on the future of the Immortal Universe or not, you know we'll be right here discussing it all with you. Don't miss out on this week's Articulate Coven Afterlife, where we discuss Welcome to Derry Episode 3. Get everything we do early & ad-free, INCLUDING the Afterlife Segments by joining the Coven at ArticulateCoven.com/joinUPCOMING SCHEDULE - All dates are for Patron releases:Dec 14th: Tier Ranking the Vampire Chronicles & Lives of the Mayfair Witches NovelsDec. 21st: The Queen & The Thing (1982) with Nancee Ward Dec. 24th: Patron Feature Episode with the Children of the MilleniaJan. 4th, 2026: Prince Lestat Part 1 - Opening through Chapter 10.Jan. 11th: Prince Lestat Part 2Jan. 18th: Prince Lestat Part 3Jan. 25th: Prince Lestat Part 4 & ConclusionFeb. 1st - IWTV Episode 1 & 2 RewatchFeb. 8th - IWTV Episode 3 & 4 RewatchFeb. 15th - IWTV Episode 5 & 6 RewatchFeb. 22nd - IWTV Episode 7 RewatchMar. 1st - IWTV Episode 201 & 202 RewatchMarch 8th - IWTV Episode 203 & 204 RewatchMarch 15th - IWTV Episode 205 & 206 RewatchMarch 22nd - IWTV Episode 207 RewatchMarch 29th - IWTV Episode 208 RewatchThis episode & all of our videos are made possible by our Patrons.Thank you to our Fledglings: Amiee DiBrango, Sharlien, Lara, Gaica, Keryn L., Mimi, The Shermanator, GrumpyOldBob56, Tauni theMostlyHarmless, Zaila, Tristan Floyd, Jamie Moore, Caleb Smith, Amber Dawn Jennings, Yali, Julie, Claire Punke, Rose, Tammy Hawkridge, Timea Kolárovská, Elizabeth Wilson, Linda, m5713m, Leo Abrantes, Kelsey, Danni Phantom, Holly Butcher, Olivia, Jess Coulson, K, Spence, Tommy Sweeny, Chris, WtchTrials, Marlen LaBianco, Frogrem, Clarissa Notini, Tania, Catnip, mcwhit, Jessi Jay, John Allyn Cayard and Debbie Gloom.Thank you to our Makers: Heather Heise, Gabbi Necklen, Mendi Raftery, Mel Rosina, Stephanie Deal, Mandy Taylor, Dani Rodriguez, Angela Stephenson, Dorothy Johnson, Holly Robertson, Sarah Louise, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Meera S., Nicole Mazza, Kelly W., Aly Galloway, Danielle Rupino, OnHerPeriods, Kevin, ComixFan, Lucia Grey, Cortney, GertyZee, Casey Forester, Dani Dunziellas, Jessica Sargent, Katen, Michelle Smith, Mélissa Bouchard, Kimbra Quezergue, Toni Ann, Tamika T, Michelle, Jessica Owens, Andrea and Janeka Rector.Thank you to Children of the Millenia: Jennifer Morgan, Brat Prince Bran, Derek Lord, Catherine Thurmond, Jolee, Mandy B., Stephen Dean, Zach, Kristi Bartels, Cassandra Silvia, Tanea, Patrick Garrone, Natalie W, Jane Prust, James Blanton and Kayla Schneider.and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward.Support the channel & get everything we do early & ad-free at ArticulateCoven.com/joinGet info on our live events, Halloween 2026 and 2027 in New Orleans at ArticulateCoven.com/eventsChapters00:00 The Rise of Media Consolidation02:52 Exploring the Immortal Universe06:35 Pitching Night Island09:33 The Dynamics of Armand and Daniel12:43 The Concept of a New Series15:34 Marius and His Story18:34 The Future of the Immortal Universe25:51 Exploring Storytelling Techniques30:53 Character Development and Cliffhangers32:04 Tales of the Talamasca Concept36:47 AMC's Future and Content Strategy40:36 Exciting Announcements and Fan Reactions