

HowlerPod
HowlerPod
The first podcast for all things Red Rising where every episode we dive deep to breakdown, celebrate, and discuss all aspects of the fantastic Red Rising series by Pierce Brown. Join hosts, Ben Reinert and Erin Ayers, on their journey to cover all of the books and news from the growing Red Rising Universe. Awoooooooo!
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Jul 3, 2020 • 1h 6min
61 - Sefi the Quiet & Ragnar Volarus: Character Studies
Erin & Ben explore the life and legacy of Sefi the Quiet and Ragnar Volarus, share five of their favorite moments from each character, then determine whether they have survived the HowlerPod Passage and been deemed Prime… or will forever be known henceforth as a Pixie in their final judgement. AWOOOOOOOO! Check out A Beautifully Foolish …
Link: https://howlerpod.com/episode/61-sefi-the-quiet-ragnar-volarus-character-studies

Jun 26, 2020 • 48min
60 - Orion xe Aquarii: A Character Study
A character study of Orion xe Aquarii, tracing her rise from docker to legendary pilot and pirate. They examine her capture, torture, and the trauma that reshaped her morals. Discussion covers her bold persona, possible trans reading, mythic name ties, and the statue that cements her legacy. The hosts debate her final judgment and share five standout Orion moments.

Apr 3, 2020 • 2h 24min
59 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 87-92 Finale & megaPod
Join us for the best gorydamn reread of Dark Age ever! On this episode we will be giving the full HowlerPod breakdown to Ch. 87-92 of ‘Dark Age’ by Pierce Brown. Erin and Ben will then discuss how their feelings have changed after rereading ‘Dark Age’, answer listener voicemails and questions, and then wrap up …
Link: https://howlerpod.com/episode/59-dark-age-ch-87-92-finale-megapod

Mar 27, 2020 • 1h 22min
58 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 78-86
Join us for the best gorydamn reread of Dark Age ever! On this episode we will be giving the full HowlerPod breakdown to Ch. 78-86 of ‘Dark Age’ by Pierce Brown. OMNIS VIR LUPUS. AWOOOOOO!
Link: https://howlerpod.com/episode/58-dark-age-ch-78-86

Mar 20, 2020 • 1h 8min
57 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 74-77
A brutal reread covering daring rescues, tense infiltrations, and a shocking public betrayal. They unpack a grandiose ruler’s violent takeover and a gruesome duel that leaves listeners reeling. The arc ends with a sacrificial gambit and a tragic apparent death that reshapes loyalties and legacies.

Mar 13, 2020 • 1h 6min
56 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 66-73
Brutal rescues and a bloody revolt unfold as women seize control and spark a violent breakout. An eerie spy orb and DNA-locked tech raise troubling questions. Vengeance and moral blindness drive tense confrontations and a pit of vipers delivers gruesome justice. A desperate broadcast may have summoned reinforcements from Mars.

Mar 6, 2020 • 1h 8min
55 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 60-65
A chapter-by-chapter breakdown of chapters 60–65 that highlights Lysander’s escapes, manipulations, and a tense interrogation. Darrow’s fury over a grievous wound and the EMP ultimatum spark heated debate. Victra’s unassisted labor and Lyria’s wary instincts add high-stakes drama. The hosts spotlight suspicion, memory tricks, and who survived the brutal cave chase.

Feb 28, 2020 • 1h 9min
54 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 53-59
They dig into Virginia’s capture, public executions, and the ghastly clone reveal. Tense scenes of torture, escape and a poisonous night lily keep the pressure high. Plans and betrayals swirl as Darrow’s secret ship build and Lysander’s daring breakout unfold. Conversations spotlight deception, family secrets, and a looming chemical weapon plot.

Feb 21, 2020 • 1h 5min
53 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 47-52
A wild reread tackles chapters 47–52 with gruesome creature attacks, a membrane breach leaking dark shapes, and a parasite that transfers identity. Shipboard carnage, a crash in the highlands, and desperate rescues create frantic survival scenes. Themes of forced alliances, uneasy bonds, and sharp-tongued banter drive tense character dynamics.

Feb 14, 2020 • 1h 17min
52 - ‘Dark Age’ Ch. 42-46
A rambunctious reread of chapters 42–46 dives into desert wanderings, captures, and tortured survivors. Shipwright bravado and a deadly hunt lead to a ritual trip and a gruesome murder. Funerals spark accusations, poisoning rattles the Freehold, and shocking lineage and prophetic confessions reshape alliances.


