Nightlock: A Hunger Games Podcast

Episode 45: Catching Fire Trailer

2013-04-15T16:30:00Z

The first Catching Fire Trailer is dissected frame-by-frame. News stories covered include Mockingjay filming start date and locations, and Hi-Res photos revealed by HungerGamesExplorer.com before the trailer. You can follow along with us in our anaylsis of the trailer by watching the official Catching Fire Trailer. Leave your thoughts in the comments to be read on the next episode!

Episode 44: Wits

2013-03-31T03:03:40Z

Brand new segment testing our nature knowledge and how we would survive in the games is debuted. News stories include a hint at a new trailer and coverage of the KCAs. Chapter 18 of Catching Fire is discussed, as always questions come up. Does Katniss' family really believe she is pregnant? Would people judge Katniss and Peeta for getting pregnant if they hadn't gotten "married" before? Have Peeta and Katniss mastered the art of deception? Can Peeta survive only using his wits? Do the Capitol citizens even think to question the Games or is it too ingrained to obey the Capitol? To end the show we connect the rebellion to a song, read some listener emails, and recommend a classic dystopian book.

Episode 43: 1 Year Since The Games

2013-03-23T18:57:00Z

The anniversary of The Hunger Games movie is celebrated as we reminisce. While playing a game with The Capitol Portraits we discuss why only select characters are holding white roses. Is this Katniss' wedding dress and Peeta's wedding suit? Why does Finnick wearing a kilt and looking like a pirate? We talk about Lionsgate's marketing strategy centered around social media. Loads of questions arise during our analysis of Catching Fire, Chapter 17. Why didn't Suzanne Collins develop Peeta's family as characters? Why do we never experience Peeta grieving over their deaths? Are Katniss and Peeta's acts during their private sessions rebellious? What did the other tributes do during their private sessions? Why did the Gamemakers give Katniss and Peeta a score of twelve?

All Episodes Now Available on iTunes

2013-03-13T01:58:26Z

We previously had an issue with our oldest episodes not being available for download on iTunes. Fear not tributes, as we have just fixed this issue. You can now download all of our episodes directly on iTunes. As always you can also listen to them streaming on our website. Just hit 'Play Episode' under the description on the main page of our website. If you encounter any further issues please contact us!

Episode 42: Make Some Friends

2013-02-28T23:37:03Z

Since it’s award season we got a few announcements in that category, along with some other Catching Fire movie news such as new posters. A mini review of Jennifer Lawrence's most recet movie, Silver Linings Playbook is featured. Chapter 16 of Catching Fire is analyzed where we are introduced to more tributes such as Beetee and Wiress. We ask ourselves if tributes that have modified their body through surgeries are allowed enter the arena in that state, or is that considered an unfair advantage? A review of the new iOS verison of Hunger Games Adventures video game is featured. We wrap up the show with a song, some listener emails and a new twist to the book recommendations.

Episode 41: Fatniss

2013-02-12T18:46:00Z

In this Valentine's Day episode we feature one of our favorite special segments, Hunger Games Dating Game, where we portray anonymous HG characters on a dating game show. We cover Catching Fire news as well as a few awards won in the fandom. During our discussion of Catching Fire Chapter 15, we are introduced to many new victors including Finnick. We analyze Katniss and Finnick's relationship. We question why Chaff didn't accept a prosthetic arm. Would Darius and Katniss had a romance if she hadn't been a tribute? Would Katniss and Peeta have ended up like all the other victors as a celebrity if only one of them had made it out of the arena alive? We feature a fanfiction that takes place on Katniss and Peeta's first date. To end the show we relate a romantic song to Finnick and Annie's relationship.

Episode 40: Zing!

2013-01-27T20:33:51Z

News stories center around Jennifer Lawrence's big week with awards, nominations, and hosting SNL. Francis Lawrence (Catching Fire Director) and Sam Claflin (Finnick) shed some light on how Finnick will be adapted to the big screen in an interview. An interview also revealed insight on how Francis Lawrence and Woody Harrelson (Haymitch) are developing Haymitch's character in the Catching Fire movie. While discussing chapter 14 of Catching Fire, we discuss the 50th Hunger Games including the relationship between Haymitch and Maysilee Donner. In the segment, Dark Duels, host debate on which character, Madge, Beetee, or Greasy Sae, would win in the arena against each other.

Episode 39: Leave

2013-01-17T02:58:31Z

The winner of the Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook giveaway is announced. We ask fan to vote for us in the ShortyAwards.com in the category Podcaster. All you need to do is enter our twitter handle @NightlockPod and write a short sentence on why you like us! News stories include the ranking of the Hunger Games 2012 popular lists from Facebook and Google, Jennifer Lawrence to host SNL, and more. While analyzing chapter 13 of Catching Fire some questions arose. Who is Katniss closest with? Who can she talk to without filtering herself? How are the tributes chosen, if multiple people volunteer, like in the career Districts? Is it harder to kill an elderly tribute or young tribute?

Episode 38: Bride To Be

2012-12-14T01:06:15Z

We announce a giveaway for the Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook (signed by all us hosts!), to enter just follow @NightlockPod and RT this tweet! News stories include Jennifer Lawrence's new titles, a new HG reality show knock off, more leaked photos and an actor portraying two characters. New segment relates Greek Mythology to HG, specifically Diana, the Roman Goddess of the Hunt. While discussing Chapter 12 of Catching Fire, we contemplate why Haymitch and Plutarch didn't let Katniss in on the rebellion plans. Are Capitol citizens naive and oblivious because they were raised believing the Capitol's propaganda? Do you think Gale is motivated to be a catalyst in the rebellion because that is the only chance he has at being with Katniss romantically? Did the Capitol come up with the idea for the tributes to be selected from previous victors in order to halt the rebellion or had it been planned for decades? Don't forget to enter the giveaway!

Episode 37: Bad Boy

2012-11-30T19:43:00Z

Report on 8 news stories including Suzanne Collins' new book, competition Catching Fire will face in theaters against other dystopian books, People's Choice Awards HG nominations, first look at Catching Fire filming, director confirmed for last 3 HG films, and the teaser trailer. In our chapter analysis we contemplate if Gale is the bad boy and Peeta is the golden boy. What defines a bad boy? What flaws does Peeta have? Is it more captivating to read a book with a character you can relate to or a character who is drastically different than you? If Katniss saw a fortune teller who informed her of Prim's fate would Katniss have still volunteered as a tribute?

Episode 36: K-Time

2012-11-04T17:55:22Z

We announce our nomination in the Podcast Awards. To help us win vote daily at PodCastAwards.com, scroll down to the category General select Nightlock Podcast, then fill in your name and email then hit submit. It's really easy so please be sure to support us by voting every day! We report news on the composer of Catching Fire and who recently got hurt on the Catching Fire set. Chapter 10 is analysed which brings up some questions to discuss. Should Katniss have believed Twill and Bonnie about District 13 still existing, did they have enough proof? Did the cement house in the woods exist before Panem, or did Katniss and her father build it? Should Katniss still attempt to run away with her family and friends or it is just a fantasy? Feature the What if...? segment where we discuss, what if Katniss hadn't volunteered for Prim and she had to go to the games, would Peeta have like tried to make an alliance with her if she had made it past the blood bath? Emails read include responses to what might have happened to the world before Panem was form.

Vote for Nightlock in Podcast Awards

2012-11-01T20:20:14Z

We have been nominated for the Podcast Awards for the Best General Podcast, in order to win we need your help. Voting begins today, November 1st, and ends November 15th. Please tell your friends, family, twitter followers etc. to vote for us. Its fast and simple. All you need to do is go to PodcastAwards.com scroll down select Nightlock Podcast in the General category, then fill in your name and email and hit submit. Some people may receive an email verification, if you do just follow the instructions. You can VOTE EVERYDAY! If you have any questions just email us at nightlockpodast@gmail.com. May the odds be ever in our favor!

Thank you for the Nominations!

2012-10-29T17:22:54Z

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who cast their votes for Nightlock on the Podcast Awards.

We are so excited to announce that we're one of the 10 podcasts that have been nominated for the General Category!!

You can see our competitors and the other nominees at http://podcastawards.com/.

Also, the official voting for the winners of each category starts on November 1st and it's a daily voting, so make sure you vote for us everyday!

Thank you so much for all of your support!

Episode 35: Boring Blizzard

2012-10-21T22:38:02Z

News includes tons of leaked pictures of sets and actors. The focus is on Chapter 9 of Catching Fire where we bring up questions. Would Peeta made a better leader and mockingjay for the rebellion? Could Katniss have rallied District 12 to replicate District 8's uprising? Is Katniss a piece in someone else's game? Is it external forces or internal forces that cause Katniss to hurt others around her? We feature a FanFic on the perspective of Peeta when he goes back to "take care of" the girl that lit the fire in the 74th Games. We end the show with some listener feedback and a book recommendation.

Episode 34: You Need Counseling

2012-10-08T14:55:00Z

We announce the nominations for PodCastAwards.com have started, please nominate Nightlock Podcast for the two categories Culture/Arts and General. Our new logo is revealed, along with an email subscription to stay updated with the show. News announcements include 3 more casting announcements which are probably the last. One of our most extensive chapter analysis on Chapter 8 of Catching Fire brings up many topics. Should the rebels killed Katniss as a martyr? Was Katniss a true leader? Why is the form of punishment so low-tech while in the districts it is high-tech? Would Katniss be open to counselling?

Episode 33: I Love You

2012-09-17T14:18:00Z

We announce the casting of Beetee and a contest from Lionsgate. We dicuss all the new paparazzi photos of the cast members in costume. We analyze Chapter 7 of Catching Fire and some questions arise. Would Katniss have ended up with Gale if she wasn't entered in the Hunger Games? What if Katniss died in the Hunger Games? If she did, would Peeta have resorted to drinking like Haymitch? If she did, would there have been an uprising? We feature a Fun. song and relate it to the Games. In our What if... segment we discuss how the story and fan demographics would be different if Katniss was a boy.

Episode 32: Ice Inside Your Soul

2012-09-05T23:42:29Z

Major casting news stories including a confirmed Finnick are announced. We discuss if the actor is fit for the role and prior characters they have portrayed. The special features form the DVD/ Blu Ray are discussed such as Letters from the Rose Garden, Controlling the Games, the entirety of the Propaganda Film, the World is Watching and more. Matt selects the song Jar of Heart and we relate it to Peeta's feelings, which then leads to a heated discussion about the end of the book. Emails bring up good questions and theories such as how President Snow knew about the kiss between Gale and Katniss, why Mockingjay is the best book, and why Madge is significant as a character.

Episode 31: Movie Commentary -Hunger Games

2012-08-21T16:00:17Z

If you missed our live show where we hosted our viewing party/commentary of the Hunger Game movie you watch your DVD on your own time. You can listen to this podcast as you watch the movie in your living room, so it will be like watching the movie with us! We used the DVD verison hopefully if you are using the Blu-ray it will match with what we are watching, but no guarantees. So if you have the DVD version it would be best to watch that instead. So pop the movie in and play the podcast to watch the movie along with us!

Episode 30: Real or Not Real

2012-08-05T22:48:54Z

We announce our Live Show where you can watch the Hunger Games movie along with us on 8/19 @ 8 PM U.S. Eastern Time, at nightlockpodcast.com/live. This show covers the new casting of Mags, a Hunger Games original song, playing a quiz-game segment. In our discuss of Chapter 6 of Catching Fire some questions arise; How do weddings in the Capitol differ from our own? Why did Madge give Katniss the pin instead of somebody else? Some listener emails bring up the question if Katniss' tracker from the 74th games was ever removed, and if Snow wanted Katniss to prove to himself Katniss loved Peeta just so she would grow more attached and loving him would become a weakness?

Episode 29: Too Little, Too Late

2012-07-22T04:00:00Z

Major news stories including casting are announced. While discussing chapter 5 of Catching Fire a few different questions came up. Were Peeta, Katniss and Haymitch trying to protect Effie by not informing her of the killing in District 11? Does Katniss see Peeta as perfect, what are his flaws? Should Katniss and Haymitch kept Peeta in the loop? Is Effie justified in complaining how she is treated in District 11? Does Katniss realize how the marriage proposal effects Peeta? We read a snippet of a fanfic from Gale’s perspective. A Green Day song is featured. Listener emails brought up how Johanna’s name is pronounced, where District 12 and the Capitol are located.

Episode 28: The World Was Listening

2012-07-05T23:39:36Z

In celebration of our 1 year aniversary we held our first live show. We covered the casting of Johanna, which movie edition is the best to purchase, a live QnA session with listeners asking us questions live on the air, a Taylor Swift song and more. In our book anaylsis of chapter 4 in Catching Fire we discuss the difference of coping after the games, Peeta's view of Gale, as well as other topics.

To tune into live shows go to nightlockpodcast.com/live.

Night Rebels #3 Casting Fire

2012-06-20T01:36:30Z

On this joint episode between Nightlock Podcast and Rebellion Radio we discuss which actors would be best fit for the new characters in Catching Fire. This includes the highly anticipated Finnick, Johanna, Beetee, Wiress, Mags, Plutarch, as well as many others. The first ever Dark Duels, Nightlock vs. Rebellion Radio airs where we place two characters in the arena, then each podcast proves why their character would win against the other. Be sure to vote on the podcast's two websites.

Episode 26: Hunger Games Party

2012-06-17T04:26:51Z

There has been ALOT of news in the past couple weeks including an actor getting engaged, possible Hunger Games version of Pottermore, the most major is how HG did at the MTV movie awards, where the arena scenes of Catching Fire will be filmed, as well as what U.K. fans will be interested in on the DVD/Blu Ray. The other focus of this episode is how to have your own Hunger Games birthday party as we reflect how we had our own. This includes how to replicate the games on your own, how to cook a capitol feast, and other fun activities. We review the Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook and share which food we indulged in. To end the show we read some listener feedback and recommend some books to read over the summer.

Episode 25: Quarter Quell

2012-05-27T16:04:00Z

This landmark episode focus on Chapter 3 of Catching Fire where questions airsed. Would Katniss be different if she lived in the arena? Would Katniss have been weaker or stronger if her father was still alive? What type of mentor would Katniss be and how would it effect her emotionally? Would Catching Fire been better if it had an action packed start? The fan favorite segment, Dark Duels has a comeback with President Snow and Cinna fighting to the death. Listener emails are shared with insight on Francis Lawrence as the new director and celebrations in Panem.

Episode 24: At Least Once

2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

We continue the show with analyzing Chapter 2 of Catching Fire, including if the books would have been better if *SPOILER* either Katniss or Peeta died. Some news stories includes speculation of when the DVD will be released as well as what new record the movie broke and what major movie franchise it surpassed in order to get there. In our music segment we feature a Green Day song to relate to the controlling government. A newer segment, Real or Not Real, asks the question if Panem celebrates holidays.

Episode 23: The Spark

2012-04-29T23:35:17Z

Nightlock Phase 2 is firing the show up by anaylzing the first chapter of Catching Fire. The big news story of the week is the replacement director for Gary Ross, so we discuss why he possible didn't return as well as what the new director will bring to the table. Hunger Games film has broken more records. As usual we read your listener feedback in our Mockin' Mail segment. We also play a segment of Sigh No More, by Mumford and Sons and discuss how it relates to the series.

Episode 22: Panem et Circenses

2012-04-07T16:20:26Z

We discuss a few more parts of the movie including the score in our music segment. News includes records the movie broke, a possible rumor about Gary Ross and Catching Fire and more. Some emails sent in brings up interesting questions such as if Fox Face commited suicide eating the Nightlock berries. The main focus is reviewing the new companion book, The World of the Hunger Games, which brings up a couple good points and quotes from Suzanne Collins herself about how she used Latin to name the country Panem and other aspects of the book. As always we end the show with some book recommendations such as The Maze Runner.

Episode 21: The Movie Review -Hunger Games

2012-03-24T22:12:35Z

It's what we all have been waiting for, the Hunger Games Movie. We disscuss the good, the bad and the missed parts of the movie. At the begining we play a montage of interviews we conducted of fans at the midnight premiere. We go through the movie in chronological order while commenting on how it was adapted to screen.

Episode 20: District 12 & Beyond CD

2012-03-23T00:12:00Z

In this special episode we play a clip of each song from the Hunger Games Companion CD and then discuss where it may fit into the book and if we liked the song or not.

Episode 19: Bloody Battle

2012-03-15T23:06:07Z

The new trailer with Gamemaker footage is analyzed as well as the new clip of Peeta's Interview and covering other news stories like if Catching Fire will be in 3D, how some clips of the movie were cut and more. The Official Illustrated Guide is discussed and mentions some new information where we give our opinion whether to buy it. The Tribute Guide is also dissected with all the new information. Our song featured on the episode is Eyes Open by Taylor Swift which is on the Companion CD, District 12 and Beyond. We mention our top 5 most anticipated scenes and conclude the show with our regular book recommendations.

Episode 18: Boy with the Bread

2012-03-04T15:44:45Z

We finish discussioning the first book by analyzing the last chapter. A fram-by-frame analyze of the TV spot with footage from district 12. Other breaking news includes a Katniss barbie doll and video game set to release as well as what record the Hunger Games has already broken. On our musixc segment we play a clip of One ENgine adn discuss where it may fit into the film.

Episode 17: Last Look

2012-02-26T16:59:44Z

We discuss some big news stories including the cast touring US cities, Safe & Sound music video, a new HG video game, some new TV spots as well as other news. During our chapter discussion we bring up the topic of if it was a sin to kill Marvel, Cato or both. Do they have religions that would make them think it was a sin? We also wonder if Katniss would have been able to kill Peeta when it came down to the two of them. If she had to kill Peeta would her life be better dead and regretting killing Peeta or dying with him. We point out the theme that if you look at life through a different perspective, it can be better. Peeta is a role model for not changing who he is because of society. We also argue what color nightlock berries are. A song is featured that really represents the Hunger Games and the chapters we discuss. Lastly we review the photos in the Official Hunger Games Companion. It is a fun packed episode!

Episode 16: Outfoxed

2012-02-14T05:00:00Z

This is our Valentine's Day episode where we have a Hunger Games Dating Game, a romantic fanfic and featured song as well as recommending a romantic book. Some news includes new advertisements featuring three characters and a new website from Lionsgate. While analyzing Chapters 23 and 24, it comes up why families have kids when they know they may have to face the reaping? Is it a form of population control from the Capitol? Was Katniss' first act of rebellion saying "watch this Effie," followed by licking the plate clean? We discuss if it is a sin to kill in the games. We imagine how Lionsgate will create the Tracker Jacker scene. Tune in for this special Valentine's Day episode.

Night Rebels #02 Try, You Will

2012-02-12T16:40:40Z

This is the second joint podcast with Rebellion Radio. We dissect the second trailer for the Hunger Games frame-by-frame and share our thoughts on how well they have protrayed the book through it.

Episode 14: Final Defense

2012-01-29T20:16:05Z

The most news stories we have ever covered including a lot of new pictures released. Within the news we talk about the character's look and our opinion on them. We talk about the new Hunger Games official tumblr site, capitolcouture.pn, which is a Capitol fashion site. We debate who is a bigger threat in the games, Cato, Thresh or Katniss. As well as whether Clove has it in her to kill Katniss. We review the Hunger Games board game and the Movie Magic Magazine Hunger Games edition. We end the ending the show with each host's book recommendations.

Episode 13: Who Can't Lie

2012-01-09T02:34:00Z

We have guest hosts Mariah and Diana back on to fire-up the new year. Some topics included how America is obsessed with reality TV and the message Collins is trying to send through the series. News stories included Lionsgate's merchandise, new posters and pictures released, and if Collins is an author of the movie tie in books. In our chapter segment we discuss Peeta and Katniss' relationship. How Katniss deals with her emotions and how she represses her felling for Peeta, love and trust is hard for her. In our music segment we play Safe & Sound by Taylor Swift ft. The Civil Wars which is going to be on the Hunger Games Soundtrack. We end the show with a little twist.

Episode 12: Body in Flowers

2011-12-26T02:31:00Z

The Holiday special has two new guests, we feature 3 new segments that were winners of thecontest. Our focus is on chapter 18 which features Rue’s death. Our new segments are all holiday related in which we question how Panem would celebrate the Holidays, such as caroling, if it is a force celebration, even if President Snow was formally Santa. We end the show with some Hunger Games Holiday gift recommendations from each host and montage of the best moments from the year!

Episode 11: To Be Hungry

2011-12-12T02:29:00Z

We have a new guest, Diana. Some news includes HG related books. We read some Mocking' Mail and focus on the music and a change in the composers. While analyzing two chapters we debate over if Katniss should develop a bond with Rue or just survive. We also feature Rue's Lullaby to accompany Rue's Death in our chapter analyze. Our Dark Duel segment is a heated discussion, fighting over if Gale, Cato or Foxface would win.

Night Rebels #1 Trailer

2011-11-22T02:27:00Z

First episode of the joint podcast between Rebellion Radio and Nightlock. The entire episode is dedicated to analyzing the trailer with hosts from both podcasts. Check out Rebellion Radio at rebellionradiopodcast.com for information on all their hilarious episodes.

Episode 9: Now or Never

2011-11-14T02:25:00Z

We bring up Jackie and Dayo's live video as well as featuring Jackie's new song Peter Pan. We analyze the character posters and explain our thoughts of how well they compare to the characters we have imagined. We got to interview Lois Gresh who is the author of the Hunger Games Companion now available in stores. A contest to win a signed copy of Lois's book is up, just email your segment ideas to nightlockpodcast@gmail.com. FanFic Followers is also brought back and Matt reads a clip of his story. The chapters focused on are 14 and 15, with some connections to Harry Potter and Mortal Instruments. We go in depth about Tracker Jackers. Speculation would Katniss have run away with Gale? Why didn't Collins' have Rue and Prim have more differences?

Episode 8: Wall of Fire

2011-10-24T01:16:00Z

We discuss news including panemoctober.com, the collector's edition, and 3 other stories. Our main chapter discussion relates on the impact of war and reality TV in our world as well as Panem. The question of whether Katniss would have the courage to kill Rue if it came down to it. Our fanfiction segment recommends a Clove/Cato love story.

Episode 7: Stay Alive

2011-10-10T01:14:00Z

Episode 7 is full of surprises as we have a new guest host on board with us! We discussed mainly on the moral and ethically issues associated with being a tribute in the Hunger Games. News includes thecapitol.pn, Banned Book Week, and much more. Our Dark Duels was an intense battle between 3 characters and their quest for victory in the arena! Matt's Melodious Segment expressed fierce motivation and emphasis on the battles around the Cornucopia during the first day of the Games. Join in on the hilarious discussion!

Episode 6: Dead Slug

2011-09-19T01:13:00Z

We discuss chapters 8 & 9 along with 2 big news stories, we feature the I Wanna Go HG parody, and read some messages from listeners!

Episode 5: The Cast

2011-09-10T01:11:00Z

We discuss the casting for the Hunger Games film; some perfect, others good and some who don't fit. We also add in who our dream cast would have been.

Episode 4: Last Hope

2011-08-22T00:54:00Z

Chapters 6 and 7 are covered. News includes Catching Fire release date, Jennifer singing, and Elizabeth Banks weeping. A new segment debuts recommending fan-fics. Matt's music segment features Let the Games Begin by Aura.

Episode 3: I Kept Us Alive

2011-08-05T00:52:00Z

We discuss chapters 4 and 5. News includes eyebrowless Elizabeth Banks, "The Men of The Hunger Games" articles and pictures of the trio, plus reports of filming Pre-Chariot scenes. A new segment, Dark Duels, has Haymitch vs. Katniss' father.

Episode 2: Prim Let Go

2011-07-19T00:50:00Z

We discuss Chapters 2 and 3 along with our quote quiz segment. Matt plays a music piece about Peeta. We talk about news such as Lionsgate announcing Hunger Games series to be 4 movies.

Episode 1: Pilot

2011-07-10T00:33:00Z

This podcast is all about the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. The two of us give news mostly relating to the movies. We discuss a few chapters an episode, pointing out foreshadowing, character analysis, along with our thoughts, questions and comments. We have other fun segments for fans of the Hunger Games like guessing who said what quote and relating music to the Hunger Games.