Bickering Peaks: A Twin Peaks Podcast

Wherein we discuss the 1990 tie-in novelization of Laura's secret diary. **Deals with sensitive subject matter. Listener discretion advised** The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer lends itself well to critical, feminist, and psychological interpretations, and we touch on all three areas as we delve into the plot points, similarities and differences between the book and what we see onscreen, and the larger implications to TV audiences and pop culture consumers (especially considering the recent announcement about the Twin Peaks Funko Pop! dolls and action figures.) *Apologies for ~20:30 when Lindsay whacked the microphone...she's a hand talker...*

**Deals with sensitive subject matter. Listener discretion advised** A killer is unmasked... In this week's episode, we are joined by our friend Jen, who watched Season 2 Episode 7 for the first time with us before joining us for a discussion. Who does MIKE "point" to at the Great Northern? What does Agent Cooper find in Laura's Secret Diary? How does Ben Horne fit into all of this? And who's that in the mirror there...? Also: Pete gets a kiss! Bobby fixes Leo's new shoes! Nadine has a milkshake!

In which we go over the aftermath of the raid on One Eyed Jack's—how much does Audrey remember? And how much will she tell Agent Cooper?—and Donna and Maddy's attempt at stealing Laura's diary from Harold. Elsewhere, Josie finds herself in hot water with Jonathan and Gordon Cole arrives for the first time to deliver some interesting news about a chess game... Also: Leo has a party! Nadine buys a dress! Leland sings showtunes! Philip Gerard/MIKE takes up poetry! And what's this about a chihuahua? Notes: IT'S CALLED A CULTIVATOR!!! Vicuna: I guess these are kind of like llamas or an alpaca...interesting choice for a coat! Cloudcuckoolanders on TVTropes Shooting script information: Here is a fantastic resource with shooting scripts (including revisions)for all of Season 2 as well as TV transcripts for the whole series

A special episode all about that OTHER Lynch/Frost production that ran on ABC during the early 1990s...the weirdly wonderful sitcom On The Air, starring Ian Buchanan and Miguel Ferrer as players on the ground floor of a decidedly off-kilter 1950s TV variety show. The show ran for 3 weeks before being cancelled by ABC, and although all 7 episodes have been available (in semi-official and bootleg form) for some time, it has never enjoyed a wide home release, in spite of many fans' hopes. Our discussion of this short-lived series is short, it's sweet, it's to the point, and there's actual bickering in it! How can you go wrong? (Dedicated to the memory of Miguel Ferrer -- February 7, 1955 - January 19, 2017) Links: On The Air YouTube playlist 

In which things get really serious for the major players. Donna and Harold amp up their relationship, and Donna finds herself in a precarious position; both Leland and Leo are going home; and Agent Cooper finally figures out where Audrey is, and devises a plan to rescue her. Also: Andy's a whole damn town! Bobby gets a lift! Hawk kills a guy! We wish for the first (and only) time that we were watching this in glorious 480i in 1990 instead of in the 1080p of our modern Blu-ray set on our HDTV because lordy lordy Harold Smith, that is a fake way to scratch your face off... Notes: Doctor Jacoby talking about the red/logical, blue/intuitive dichotomy (under 3D Glasses heading) **Spoilers for TSHoTP** David Lynch on the colour blue: "Reflections: An Oral History of Twin Peaks" by Brad Dukes...though I cannot for the life of me find the quote now to give you a page number! Van Dyke Parks Recipe for a Black Yukon Sucker Punch Oligospermia Orchid symbolism

Wherein we delve into the mysteries of Laura's secret diary. Leland's been arrested for the murder of Jacques Renault; Donna's flirtation with Harold leads to some revelations from Laura's diary; and Agent Cooper finally realizes what's happened to Audrey, and puts a plan in place to save her. Also: Who is M.T. Wentz? How much did Josie really spend on lingerie in Seattle? And what's going on with Andy's sperms? This marks the first appearance of Aidan's Terrible German, which he hopes to make a regular feature of this show. Please write in and tell him to stop, and while you're at it, peruse the German episode titles for yourself.

It IS happening again... A special episode all about today's tremendous news from the Television Critics Association Showtime/Twin Peaks panels that Season 3 of Twin Peaks finally has a premiere date! More details can be found here **We apologize for the fact that, yes, we are eating cherry pie and drinking coffee; please excuse the cutlery sounds that managed to squeak through. Also, Lindsay is recovering from a bout with bronchitis, so her voice is a bit weak and funny-sounding (to her, anyway...)**

In which Aidan and Lindsay tackle the real deep questions, such as: What's up with Harold Smith? Who flicks matches at a little kid? What is Philip Gerard's connection to BOB? What are Donna and James upset about this week? And when did Agent Cooper buy a jalopy? (What the heck *is* a jalopy anyway?) Also: Lucy and Dick go Dutch! Shelly clams up! Emory moves on up to the A/V department at One Eyed Jack's! Nadine wakes up! Notes: Opiate addiction and sugar cravings Laura's Secret Diary: This tie-in novel was released on 15 September 1990, but while heavily featured in this and subsequent episodes it contains little of the material presented on screen. The book was written by Jennifer Lynch and went on to become a bestseller. Read it here What's a jalopy? This is the first Google entry, presented here for shits and giggles

Wherein we are joined by a much smarter and more knowledgeable fan of the show, discuss mental illness and disability in Twin Peaks, and discuss more of the turnarounds that characterize season two. Also! Andy mentions his love of whales! We get our first introduction to Windom Earle! Audrey gets what she wants!

Wherein we're joined by our friend Aaron and together we take two hours to discuss the Season 2 premiere of Twin Peaks. Will we find out who survived the mill fire? Who is the man in the smiling bag? And what's going on with Agent Cooper? Also: Albert returns! Ed tells a story! Andy gets a nosebleed! Maddie has a vision! Cooper has another dream!

At the end of eight episodes, with a dozen cliffhangers in the air, what could be better than recapping what we've watched so far? Links: 1989/1990 TV Schedule (Project Gutenberg) LA Times - "TV RATINGS: 'Twin Peaks' Highest Rated Movie of Season" Nielsen Ratings Orlando Sentinel - "Flat Nielsen Numbers Best for 'Twin Peaks'" NY Times - "ABC Last in 'Sweep' Rating Despite 'Twin Peaks' Finale"

In which the first season wraps up with, like, a gazillion cliffhangers. What's going to happen to Doctor Jacoby? What's going on at Calhoun Memorial? Will anyone survive the mill fire? What about Audrey up at One Eyed Jack's? And...most crucially...who shot Agent Cooper? Also: Andy handles his weapon! Ed keeps his wig on! Audrey picks a card, any card (but really it's the Queen of Diamonds!)Leo, Leo takes an axe and tries to give Bobby 40 whacks! And who the hell is Mimzy? Links: Aether (because Aidan likes to name-check classical elements to make himself sound smart) Bubba and Mork over on the Double P Podcast Network's "Gifted and the Damned" have a fantabulistic episode about why the show was cancelled: 

Wherein Aidan and Lindsay dive into the unseemly world of One Eyed Jacks with Agent Cooper and Audrey Horne, pay a visit to the Johnson Family Farm with Bobby Briggs, and watch Donna, James, and Maddy listen to cassette tapes like any good red-blooded teenagers (only instead of the latest Fine Young Cannibals album, they get to hear their dearly departed friend admit her deepest, darkest secrets to her creepy psychotherapist...six of one, really...) Also: Leo is angry! Catherine smells insurance fraud! Ed wears a wig! Cherry stems!!! Links: Mynah birds The opening title sequence features a Bewick's Wren (or a Varied Thrush...depends on who you talk to!) You can read more about the opening titles here Vertical Service Codes, which are how one might access a feature like *69/1471 to call back the last number that called you, wasn't truly widely available until the 90s, so it's doubtful this could have been in use here.

In which we discuss the effects of sleep deprivation on Agent Cooper as he ventures into the woods for a day-trip with the boys! Meanwhile, both Norma and Shelly pull the trigger on their respective romantic entanglements. Also: The Log Lady made cookies! Maddy snoops through Laura's stuff! Ben throws a party! Audrey loses her clothes! As the large group of insane men staying on Cooper's floor might say: "Vá! Þvílíkur dagur!"

Wherein we discuss comedy, a smorgasboard of shots, and some of our favourite characters! Also: Norma vouches for Hank! Trooper visits the vet! Maddy and James meet! It's all here!

Wherein we talk about the funeral of Laura Palmer, how dreams continue taking over the investigation, and the power of music over body. Also: Bobby looks like a crucifix! A staring contest breaks out at a funeral! Cooper does a parlour trick! The Bookhouse Boys kidnap a guy! Jacoby skulks around! Links: The history of mobile phones

Part two of the discussion of all things fanfiction, with special guest Alexis from Portland, Oregon

In which we discuss the much-loved third episode of Twin Peaks--or, as it's affectionately known, the Red Room Dream Episode. We talk about dreams, dream logic, and the role that dreams play in not only this episode but in the lives of the people involved in this ever-growing investigation. Also: Bobby and Mike go hiking! Ben and Jerry take a boat ride! Nadine has a fit! Audrey dances! Today we're joined by our friend Alexis, an avid Peaks Freak from Portland, Oregon, who adds some delightful insight into one of her favourite episodes. Links: Just who or what was that thing in the forest? Speculation here For anyone interested, The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer is available online and in PDF form at Glastonberry Grove

A special episode dedicated to fanfiction interactions in the world of Twin Peaks, and especially the 'ship we're going down with—Cooper/Audrey. Alexis (AO3: TipDorrit) joins us for an illuminating look at the world of fanfiction, the tropes we love and hate, and the way these stories inspire and engage us as viewers and creators. Links: Twin Peaks on the Archive of Our Own Lynzee005 on AO3 TipDorrit on AO3  Notable Fics: "Blue Velvet to Moon River" by Gabihime "The Dweller on the Threshold" by Nemo_the_Everbeing "Fur" by HarveyWallbanger "Black" by katyfaise "Oh the Shark, it has such Teeth, Dear" by RedemptionbyFire (steelneena)

Wherein we discuss Episode 2 of Twin Peaks ("Traces to Nowhere") and get to know the people of Twin Peaks a little better. There are interrogations, and we talk about the various representations of families in this town. Also: Shelly does the laundry! Sheriff Truman eats a donut! Cooper drinks coffee! And who put the fish in the percolator? Links: Omg gravity boots...I was right. Why were these a thing? Leave a comment if you have any answers. I can't figure this out.