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EMMYS for Outlander! – A Look Inside the Process

Written by: Anne Gavin It’s Emmy time and Starz and Outlander  fans have been tweeting up a storm hoping this year our favorite Time Travel/Historical Drama will garner much deserved nominations and awards for some of its actors and technical/production crew.  But, what of this mysterious Emmy process?  How does it work and what are…

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The Artistry of Outlander – Opening Night at the Paley Center

Written by: Meredith Greenberg Hello, Outlander fans!  Boy, do I have a treat for you!  My name is Meredith and I work in the Television and Film industry as an Art Department Coordinator and Set Decorator in Los Angeles, CA.  This industry is pretty busy and we often do not get the opportunity to really pick…

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Passing the Crown: How RDM rules over the Outlander fandom.

When the reigning Queen of England relinquishes her crown, it’s expected to be the biggest event in British history in over 70 years. No such fanfare for HERSELF, Diana Gabaldon, our Queen of Outlander. Although her reign ended in 2014, she is in fact, and thankfully, alive and kicking.  Kicking herself? Hmm.. perhaps? But probably…

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Embrace Change — Why the Book vs. Show Debate Needs to End

Written by: Anne Gavin   I know very little about the business of television.  Some others associated with this Blog know a lot.  But, I consider myself more *average* when it comes to the ins and outs of television production.  I think most Outlander fans are in the same boat.  Also, I have never published…

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Spanking vs Beating: An Honest Historical Look at the “Strapping Scene”

I’ll say right off the bat, I’m going to anger a bunch of fans.  Lest you make the incorrect assumption that this somehow makes me less of a fan, consider that I devote much of my free time to this blog.  Please also note the only cover that is curling in the above photo. But…

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