The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

In Episode 7 of Dystopian Fiction Has Been Moved to Current Affairs, Clare Coombe and Masha Yakovleva explore the world of the Hunger Games, through the lens of the prequel novel and latest film, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.

Along with their discussion of the character of Coriolanus Snow and his relationships, they assess the purpose of the Hunger Games, the analysis of human nature, the role of class, post-apocalyptic authoritarianism, and why you should always carry a snake.

Clare and Masha apologize for the unavoidable lateness of this episode owing to illness. Regular listeners should note the new schedule, with episodes henceforth to be released fortnightly on Sundays. We thank you for your patience!