Can YOU create a multi-episode podcast dedicated to one single film released in 1989? Yes, yes you can. Your hosts, Amanda and Deedee will prove it to you with Dead Poets Society Society. Join us for discussions about anything from the production of the film, the movie's cultural impact, to deep-dive character analyses.
For this episode of DPSS, we’re doing something a little different. We’re talking about the novel “A Separate Peace” by John Knowles. We discuss the plot, characters, themes, and why this book is often compared to DPS. We really enjoyed reading and talking about this book and we hope you do too!
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26 Sept 2025
#14: Queer Themes in Dead Poets Society
We are back yet again with another episode of Dead Poets Society Society! In this episode, we explore the popular queer reading of the film and how the themes and characters connect specifically with the LGBTQ+ community.
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11 Jun 2025
#13: Mailbag Episode - Answering Your Questions
The hosts answer listener questions about Anderperry and Dead Poets in NYC, offering insights and perspectives on these topics.
7 Apr 2025
Interlude: Submit Your Questions!
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11 Mar 2025
#12: The Women of DPS
In this episode of Dead Poets Society Society, we’re discussing the women of the film, including characters like Chris, Gloria, Tina, and Mrs. Perry. This also serves as yet another cultural context episode, as we talk about the significance of each female character and how their portrayal conveys the roles of women at the time. We really enjoyed recording this episode and talking about this topic, so we hope you enjoy it too!
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6 Feb 2025
#11: Cultural Context Part 2
We had more to say.
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17 Dec 2024
#10: Cultural Context
In this episode, we discuss why Dead Poets Society, both the film and the characters within, exist in the context of all in which they live, and what came before them.
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19 Nov 2024
#9: Character Deep Dive 7: Neil Perry
Dead Poets Society Society host(s) discuss Neil Perry's character arc, relationships, and love for acting, revealing the depth of his beloved character.
3 Oct 2024
#8: Character Deep Dive 6: Charlie "Nuwanda" Dalton
In this special, highly-anticipated, extended length episode of Dead Poets Society Society, we’re discussing Charlie “Nuwanda” Dalton. It’s hard to write a description for this episode, but the discussion is rich and varied. You do not want to miss this one! We hope you enjoy and look forward to the next and final episode in our series!
Episode specific links:
Podcast interview with Gale Hansen (Charlie’s actor): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk4zONaa8lY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk4zONaa8lY)
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7 Sept 2024
#7: Character Deep Dive 5: Todd Anderson
Our character deep dive series is coming down to some of the most important players in the film, including today’s subject: Todd Anderson. We discuss his character arc and the role it plays in the film’s narrative, as well as his relationship to Neil and why it’s been a topic of discussion surrounding this film for decades. We loved recording this one and talking about what a significant and relatable character Todd can be for so many people. Please tune in to the next episode of our character deep dive series, you won’t want to miss them!
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7 Aug 2024
#6: Character Deep Dive 4: Mr. John Keating
Continuing with our series of character deep dives, we finally arrive at “Captain” John Keating! We discuss his role in the story and influence on the characters and also the cultural perception of the film as a whole. We hope you enjoy this episode that was full of rich discussion! Keep an eye out for more (very exciting) character deep dives!
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10 Jul 2024
#5: Character Deep Dive 3: Richard Cameron
Our next character deep dive focuses on Richard Cameron and his complicated role in the film’s plot. We discuss our feelings about him and how we felt about him as younger viewers of the film compared to now. This was a tough one to tackle, but we hope you enjoy! Keep a lookout for the next episode in our series of character deep dives!
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8 Jun 2024
#4: Character Deep Dive 2: Knox Overstreet
In the next episode of our character deep dive series, we’re tackling the infamous Knox Overstreet. We discuss our interpretations of his characterization and his story arc, putting it within the wider context of the film. We hope you enjoy and stay tuned for the next character deep dive!
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2 May 2024
#3: Character Deep Dive 1: Meeks and Pitts
In the first episode of our character deep dive series, we’re discussing Steven Meeks and Gerard Pitts. We had plenty to say about them, including character analysis and discussion of what we think happened to them after the events of the movie. We got kind of silly with this one, but we hope you enjoy it and look forward to more deep dives in the future!
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18 Apr 2024
#2: Cultural Impact
In the second episode of Dead Poets Society Society, Amanda and Deedee discuss the cultural impact of the film. We talk about awards, reviews, critiques and why we personally think Dead Poets Society has stood the test of time.
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4 Apr 2024
#1: Introduction
In the first episode of Dead Poets Society Society, we--your hosts, Amanda and Deedee--introduce ourselves and talk about how and why this podcast came to be. We share our experiences with the film and the impact it has left on us, as well as talk about what you can expect in future episodes. (Side note, sorry for the censor beep, we retroactively decided there was some personal information we wanted to omit like our ages!)
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