In this section you’ll find my Outlander Episode Discussions with the BTS Lasses. Join me for lively discussions with my fascinating friends and fellow Outlander book and show fans: Karmen Schmidt, Pioneer Woman, retired professor of all fields of human anatomy, who also writes the Outlander Anatomy blog, Catherine Toomer, family physician, artist, musician, and contributor to Blacklanderz™, Antoinette Simmons, Criminal Defense Attorney, TV aficionado, tennis (Federer) fanatic, and general badass!
We will be doing discussions for upcoming Seasons 6 so come back and check in periodically!
BTS and thoughts on Episode 705
First, let me say that I absolutely loved Episode 704, and I will circle back and do that one at some point. Episode 705… My overall impression was that I enjoyed this episode, I have a ton of respect for them having the monumental task of getting everything into this season, and I think for […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 403 ~ The False Bride
Wow, it’s been EIGHT years since Outlander premiered, on this date, August 9th, in 2014. And boy, soooo much has happened since then! I mean, my kids were 11 and 8!!!! Man, it goes fast. Happy Anniversary Outlander! The BTS Lassies are back with a lively discussion of Episode 403, The False Bride. To catch up […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 401 ~ America The Beautiful
At long last, here is our discussion of Episode 401, America The Beautiful. Hope you enjoy! Here is my interview with Tim Downie from Season 4 that I mention in this discussion. Tim Downie on Playing the Gov’nah ~ William Tryon To catch up on our other episode discussions, I suggest you go to Featured […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 605 ~ Give Me Liberty
Photo: A veritable gentlemen’s club in Wilmington, Starz, S6 Here is the last puzzle piece for our Season 6 episode discussions: Episode 605 ~ Give Me Liberty. Season 7 filming is underway, they are probably 4 or so episodes in at this point in fact, so that’s good. We do hope to go back and […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 608 ~ I Am Not Alone
Photo: Jamie and Claire, the heart of the story, Episode 608, Starz The finale! Nooooo. Aye well, what a fantastic season this has been. It may have been short in number of episodes, but it was long on content, and felt, in many ways like a full season, to me. Here is our discussion of […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 607 ~ Sticks and Stones
Photo: Ep 607, Starz Here it is! Enjoy xo Did you know that you can find the Official Outlander Podcast and the Season 6 scripts on the homepage on this site? It’s true. Scroll to the very bottom, and you’ll find those under Links To More Great Outlander Stuff . We planned to do Ep […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 606 ~ The World Turned Upside Down
Photo: Episode 606, Starz Here it is! Our discussion of Episode 606. Just a reminder, we have a week off for Easter – the next episode will air on April 24th. So, besides spending precious time with your families, you have lots of time to catch up on our Season 6 episode discussions! Prior season […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 604 ~ Hour of the Wolf
Photo: Outlander Starz, Ep 604, Young Ian, Iseabaìl Wowza, this one was a doozy, to watch, to discuss, and to edit. Outlander is the gift that keeps on giving. I am lucky I get to spend so much time with this material in editing – yesterday I emulated Jamie’s restraint and listening skills with one […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 603 ~ Temperance
As I edited this discussion over the last 3 days, and watched the Oscars, Karmen’s words about temperance stood out for me. We really are just going through life, hopefully doing our best – finding our way. We make mistakes and we get things “right.” We learn and grow as individuals, and as a group. […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 602 ~ Allegiance
Cover photo: Fergus meets his son, Season 6, Starz Wow, what an episode. I chose the cover photo, because it’s about damn time that César got a cover photo!! Please enjoy our rousing discussion of Episode 602, Allegiance. Here are some runners up for cover photo this week… Be sure and catch our 601 […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 601 ~ Echoes
Here it is folks! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. xo For my posts about Seasons 6 & 7 as well as all of our Episode Discussions in chronological order from newest to oldest, go to the Featured Favorites section. Including, our recently published Episode 501 discussion. Have a great weekend, […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 501 ~ The Fiery Cross
Photo: Jamie and the fiery cross, Ep 501, Starz We’re baaaaack! We did this discussion last Tuesday to “clean out our lugs,” and get ready for Season 6; boy am I glad we did! It’s been a while and my post production systems all needed some tweaking. There may have been some cursing along the […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 508 – Famous Last Words
At long last, the journey of this episode discussion has arrived at publication. This one was quite powerful, in many ways, including behind the scenes, for all 4 of us. Fertile ground for personal and communal growth, indeed. You may want to rewatch Episode 508 before watching, as it’s been a while. Thanks for joining […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 509 – Monsters and Heroes
Cover Photo: Claire and Jamie, Monsters and Heroes, Starz Please enjoy our discussion of Ep 509, written by Shaina Fewell, and directed by Annie Griffin! xo Below are some runners up for cover photos… For our Season 5 Episode discussions, catch up here: Episode Discussions. We are lacking #BTS508 and #BTS501, still to come over the […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 512 – Never My Love
Art: “Safe” Jamie and Claire, Ep 512, Never My Love by Jamie Payne et al. Starz. Here it is, our discussion of Ep 512, the finale – Never My Love. I hope you enjoy it. I will be editing 509 and 508 over the coming weeks, and we will re-discuss 501 along the way. I […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 511 – Journeycake
When we do these discussions, and I bring them to you, it’s a process, with many steps, for me. One of my last steps, before distributing the link far and wide, is to pick a cover photo for the post. I go through the episode, and I grab screenshots. I have the episode, and our […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 510 – Mercy Shall Follow Me
Photo: Bonnet’s hunger, Ep 510, Starz We’re baaack! Here’s our discussion of Episode 510, Mercy Shall Follow Me. I hope you’ll take a moment (or two hours!) to grab a drink, relax, and watch our discussion of 510. I realize it’s the 11th hour, but should you choose to discuss on Twitter, please use #BTS510. […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 507 – The Ballad of Roger Mac
Photo: Jamie pleads with Claire to save Murtagh’s life, and breaks all our hearts. Ep 507, Starz OK guys, this one was over 3 hours long, and I edited it down to under two hours, so I am feeling a bit like a miracle worker right now! A little background… Our beautiful Catherine lost her […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 506 – Better To Marry Than Burn
Photo: The uber talented MDK and Duncan Lacroix, Ep 506, Better to Marry than Burn, Outlander, Starz Here it is folks! Our discussion on Ep 506, I hope you enjoy it! I have included an article on the horse, Eclipse, which we discuss. Enjoy! xo One 18th-Century Horse Eclipsed All the Others Also, here […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 505 – Perpetual Adoration
Photo: Jamie and Leftenant Knox from Ep 505, Perpetual Adoration, Starz Ohhh Kay, this is a long one. Which works nicely for being quarantined, as most of us are, no matter where in the world we cry home (as Angus says in Season 1). So, grab your beverage of choice, depending on what time it […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 504 – The Company We Keep
Claire and Jamie in the Moonlight Walk scene, Ep 504, Starz Here it is…. Life dictated that we were a small group this week, but the others are always with us in our minds and hearts. Please enjoy… To catch up on our Episode Discussions you may have missed, go to Episode Discussions. Let us know what you thought […]
OutlanderBTS The Discussion, Episode 503 – Free Will
Here it is! Our discussion of Outlander Episode 503, Free Will. We had a great loooong talk, and I was able to shave it down to a short 1:43:50:10. What can I say? We have a lot to say about Outlander! To catch up on our Episode Discussions you may have missed, go to Episode Discussions. […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 502, The Discussion – Between Two Fires
Photo: Lauren Lyle (aka the scene stealer), as Marsali and Caitriona Balfe as Claire, Ep 502, Starz We’re BACK! And I’m so happy about it! 🤗 We four enjoyed a wonderful chat Monday night about the second Ep of Season 5, and I’ve captured and edited it to share with you all. We have a […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 501 Twitter Discussion #BTS501
Hi All, We did discuss Ep 501, but when I went to edit, there was no audio 😔. We had a great discussion, and rather than delay getting it out, we rehashed it on Twitter. To see that convo, or join in, search #BTS501 on Twitter. We will re-discuss Ep 501 at the end of […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 408, The Discussion – Wilmington
Photo: Starz, Roger and Bree, Ep 408, Wilmington Aaaaalllrighty then. We are well into Droughtlander, and feeling it, are we not? With the premiere of Season 5 just a short 22 weeks away, ? we need things to do! The ladies and I did this discussion sometime back, actually in April, (wow! time flies!). At […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 412, The Discussion – Providence
Photo: Starz, Braeden Clarke breaks our hearts as Kaheroton in Episode 412. I dedicate this OutlanderBTS Episode Discussion to Antoinette, (whom we were so happy to have back), for her courage, intelligence, authenticity, compassion, and general badassery. Let’s drink to Antoinette! We’re back! Discussing compelling Episode 412. What did you think of it? We found […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 413, The Discussion – Man of Worth
Happy Valentine’s Day!! I had some technical issues with my laptop, so this one has taken me a while to bring to you, but finally, here it is! I hope you enjoy. Diana and her real life Jamie (Doug) celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary yesterday! Here’s to long lasting love ❤️. We celebrate another […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 411, The Discussion – If Not For Hope
Photo: Brianna hears something… Starz, Episode 411 Phew! This one is long, and good, and nsfw (not safe for work), meaning, in this case, if you’re listening to this at home or at work, earbuds are recommended. You need to know that we discuss pretty much EVERYTHING in 411, and beyond. There are MAJOR spoilers […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 409, The Discussion – The Birds and the Bees
OK folks, in time for a Thursday night cocktail. Enjoy…. For more Episode Discussions like this one, go to Episode Discussions. If you’re looking for more Outlander during Droughtlander (aside from anticipating Bees, re-reading Diana’s other 8 books, and re-watching the show), visit my Interviews page, and Reader Favorites page. Subscribe to receive an email each time I post […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 407, The Discussion – Down the Rabbit Hole
Photo: Brianna Randall and Laoghaire, in Dr Jekyll mode, Starz, Episode 407 Boy oh boy, there are a lot of mixed feelings about this episode! I’ve seen comments that run the gamut, from “Best episode of the season!!!” to “What the @#$%&!????” The lasses and I got together again, to discuss it… For more Episode Discussions […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 406, The Discussion – Blood of My Blood
OK ladies and gents, it’s Friday evening, you’ve worked hard all week, time to grab a cocktail and join me… I invite you into this warm, wonderful, and often hilarious discussion of Episode 406, with the same crew from last time (Episode 402, The Discussion) : Antoinette Simmons, Karmen Schmidt (Outlander Anatomy), Catherine Toomer (Blacklanderz), […]
OutlanderBTS Episode 402, The Discussion – Do No Harm
Photo: Starz, Claire, Jamie and Jocasta, Ep 402 After seeing and digesting 402, I decided to do something a little different to cover it this week. After some thought and coordination, it worked out that Friday, I spent a lovely evening with three fascinating women: Karmen Schmidt, whom most of you know as Outlander Anatomy, […]
“Absolutely loved this discussion. These 4 women are amazing and spot on. I don’t know how they all came together, but the dynamic is pure genius.”
— Dottie
“I recently found you on Facebook, and what a pleasure it was to listen to your recaps, analysis of my favorite show. You each bring in your own spice and the result is a beautiful marinated show. Keep them coming.”
— Noura
“How do you manage to make discussions at the same time so profound & “light?” Enjoyed as usual every bit of it! Producers should listen to them because the food for thought provided could be inspirational & rewarding. Thank you, Courtney for these labours of love!”
— Claudi
“THIS IS ABSOLUTELY the BEST discussion about Outlander… I agree with everything your panel says even when they disagreed with each other. Brilliant ladies!”
– Pelly
“This was amazing. Informative. Sensitive. Wise. Thoughtful. As well as being food for further thought, I am thrilled to see women of color as part of this exchange of ideas.”
– Cynthia
“This is my favorite podcast. Thank you so much ladies. Enjoy the intellect and thought process so much.”
– Maggie
“Listening to your discussions actually enhances the enjoyment, entertainment, appreciation of the episodes. That there IS this group having discussion speaks to the quality of the series, adding another Laurel leaf to DG’s crown.”
– CarolingOutside
“Thank God you ladies are back! I have been waiting expectantly for you! Not only am I hooked on Outlander (books and series) but I am now hooked on you all! What a great group of women!”
– Bonnie
“Courtney – thanks so much for these discussions. I now look forward to them almost as much as the show itself.”
– Terry
“Courtney, Your webcast discussion panels have been some of the most perceptive and erudite I’ve seen yet on our favorite stories and characters — more please! As a family doctor, I’m very intrigued with the opinions from all four of you and find myself frequently in agreement. Thank you for the immense effort it takes to produce and edit these discussions — deeply appreciated.”
– Emily
“Just stood in my doorway for an hour & a half to get signal to listen to this! Fabulous discussion by smart, very well educated women. Needs to be listened to by both producers, actors & fans. Kudos Courtenay”
– Railie
“I thought this was an amazing, erudite discussion and look forward to more–I hope with the same participants. You each bring such different points of view to the table. I also liked how your diverse backgrounds informed the discussion. Thank you. I will be looking for Outlander BTS from hereon.”
– Susan
“Ok, I just finished watching your discussion and feel like I just had 4 BFFs over. Loved your very different reactions and insights… When can you all come to my home in Mississippi for cocktails and conversation?”
– Christine