Banish, Part 2
Summary
In this episode of Undertow, host Fred Greenhalgh presents part two of "Banish," a story by Laura Bernier performed by Janice Morgan. Protagonist Clover discovers that the townspeople of Banish are actually fairies who lure humans into eternal servitude in exchange for immortality. After being trapped in a magical forest banquet, Clover must choose between joining the coven or fleeing for her life, ultimately rejecting their offer to escape their control.
Topics discussed
Introduction to Part 2 of Banish
Nora and the children deliver food and warnings
A busy day at the shop and meeting Abe
Aunt Margaret's condition and the basement discovery
Reading the history of Banish and the Gentry
Avery's distress and the forest chase
Sponsor break: Quince, American Airlines, Amex
Entering the fairy banquet hall
The Gentry reveal and the offer of immortality
Clover's past and the rules of the town
The temptation of the silver pen
The escape from the forest
Credits and series conclusion
Sponsor break: USAA
Sponsor break: Sock Doc
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