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Shelf to Screen

Shelf to Screen

Written by: Joe Perry Jen Isgro Tom Cocozza
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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.

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Episodes
  • A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1 E5: Refrigerators of the Past

    A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1 E5: Refrigerators of the Past
    Feb 23 2026

    In this episode of Shelf To Screen, Joe, Jen, and Tom review episode 5 of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" and compare it to the George R. R. Martin novella "The Hedge Knight." No book spoilers past the first five episodes, but we'll talk adaptation choices, including the inclusion of hungry hogs. Joe wishes flashbacks were halves! Jen gets claustrophobic! Tom gets in just in time! All that, plus really impressive sword throwing!

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    48 mins
  • A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1 E4: Treason by Puppetry

    A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1 E4: Treason by Puppetry
    Feb 16 2026

    In this episode of Shelf To Screen, Joe, Jen. And Tom review episode 4 of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" and compare it to the George R. R. Martin novella "The Hedge Knight." No book spoilers past the first four episodes, but we'll talk adaptation choices, including the important presence of flatulence. Tom was right, then wrong, then right again! Joe doesn't remember a scene! Jen has a husband that was tricked! All that, plus the mysterious absence of little people!

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    49 mins
  • A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1 E3: Alice Doesn't Fist Here Anymore

    A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1 E3: Alice Doesn't Fist Here Anymore
    Feb 9 2026

    In this episode of Shelf to Screen, Joe, Jen, and Tom review episode 3 of "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" and compare it to the George R. R. Martin novella "The Hedge Knight." No book spoilers past the first three episodes, but we'll talk adaptation choices, including whether that kid knew what those song lyrics meant. Jen does a character roll call! Tom doesn't like how they did the master of games dirty! Joe ponders how they got that horse to poop on command! All that, plus all the dramatic close ups you can ask for!

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    52 mins
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