The Newest Olympian

It's another TNO guesting debut, this time from our very own Emma Nelsen, who recently debuted as our new editor! Emma joins to talk Heroes of Olympus Book 4 and do a lovely amount of improv bits along the way. Topics include: nice comment sections, Twilight, voting, French goodbyes, Jason the good friend, AI companies, sad songs, barbells, pints of blood, estimation, selling “face”, two extra moms, Gen Alpha, The Walking Dead, between classes, the Knicks, Archer, Penn Station, experiencing joy, the Monster Mosh, bear-shaped helmets, Jared Leto, Gallon Men, landlords, Bluey, Space Jam 2, and more!
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— Find The Newest Olympian Online —
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— Production —
• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert
• Editor: Emma Nelsen
• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle

— About The Show —
Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!
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It's the newest guest on the newest episode of The Newest Olympian! McKenna Finley makes her TNO debut to cover some Jason chapters that have our crew in a new location. SO MUCH NEW. Topics include: reading marathons, overstimulation, hot wind, Coach Hedge’s hat, Nico’s parasol, tanning, LeBron and Kevin Love, high heels, time anxiety, face subtitles, major life changes, creative focus, Seabiscuit, Hoof Hearted, Disney Channel Original Movies, parallel parking, feats of strength, long flights, and more!
TNO on tour: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/live
Thanks to McKenna's Etsy for sponsoring this episode! Get 10% off with code TNOXSHINE at https://shinetheatrics.etsy.com?coupon=TNOXSHINE)

— Find The Newest Olympian Online —
• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com
• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian
• Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newestolympian.bsky.social
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian
• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian
• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch

— Production —
• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert
• Editor: Emma Nelsen
• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle

— About The Show —
Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you RED-y for a new ep of TNO?! BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA (Red from OSP is back on TNO and we talk HoH, Book 4 from HoO). Topics include: revealing spoilers, Hades 1 and 2, Shirley Temples, working as a server, primordial gods, borrowing pens, warrior Percy, “expecially,” improv chemistry, Hades romances, MTV Cribs, congratulating sports fans, content after death, smart characters, and more!
Mayor of Tangent Town Pin Pre-Order: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaVrxNwkc4d/
TNO Live: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/live

— Find The Newest Olympian Online —
• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com
• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian
• Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newestolympian.bsky.social
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian
• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian
• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch
— Production —
• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert
• Editor: Emma Nelsen
• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle
— About The Show —
Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

THE DOC IS (BACK) IN! Steven called dibs on these chapters long ago, for good reason, and I proudly present this episode made up of two recording sessions: one before the Knicks won the title and one after. HEAR THE JOY IN MY VOICE (AND IN STEVEN'S EVEN THOUGH HE IS A SPURS FAN). Topics include: causes of death, The NBA Finals, anti-Steven, OG Anunoby, distracted from eating, Adam West, dull knives, Texas summer, Star Wars Battlefront, Thor Ragnarok, Spider-Span, trash talk, Mike Jones, the 2026 NBA Finals, the 2026 NBA Champion New York Knicks, The Power of Friendship, humOUR, narration differences, Calypso’s humanity, Meddling Adults, and more!
TNO Pin Pre-orders: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaVrxNwkc4d/
TNO live: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/live

— Find The Newest Olympian Online —
• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com
• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian
• Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newestolympian.bsky.social
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian
• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian
• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch
— Production —
• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert
• Editor: Sherry Guo
• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle
• Art: Jessica E. Boyd
— About The Show —
Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After covering the initial Calypso chapters on his first TNO appearance, Michael Hollis makes his return in honor of her return in House of Hades! Topics include: The Chum Bucket, closets, Tumblr, rocketry, Project Hail Mary, Calypso’s return, Uncharted, functional front yard, Bob the Plant, makeup, meringue, the Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Dylan O'Brien, parent meddling, Cabin Michael, and more!

[Ch. 51A stopping point is after Leo's new discovery in the sand]

TNO Live in the Northeastern U.S.: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/live
Bonus ep on Percy Jackson's Greek Gods: https://www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon

— Find The Newest Olympian Online —
• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com
• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian
• Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newestolympian.bsky.social
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian
• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian
• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch
— Production —
• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert
• Editor: Sherry Guo
• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle
• Art: Jessica E. Boyd
— About The Show —
Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.