An Interview with Harriet McDougal, Legendary Wheel of Time Editor & Widow of Robert Jordan

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @Magnificat17
    @Magnificat17 9 місяців тому +8

    I met Ms McDougal and Robert Jordan back in 2004 when they were touring Italy for the new translations of The Wheel of Time books. While Mr. Jordan was signing some of the books I brought with me that day, I gingerly asked her if she liked her husband's novels. She started to reply, but Mr. Jordan cut her short and exclaimed, 'She's my editor!' And then we all had a laugh. I shall never forget him and her; I feel blessed I had the opportunity to meet them a few years before his passing.

  • @zachbrehany2253
    @zachbrehany2253 Рік тому +11

    This is the first time I am seeing and hearing Harriet, and as such, am I the only one that wishes I can sit down, have a few gallons of coffee, and just talk with her until eternity? Such a sweet, adorable lady with a timeless presence.

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  Рік тому +2

      Even though I only got to chat with her for this small amount of time, I felt unbelievably blessed and privileged. She’s such an incredible and lovely woman 💙

    • @henryhardachre9603
      @henryhardachre9603 8 місяців тому +1

      @@KritterXD I would give my eye teeth to have her review some of my poor efforts at writing and ask her for some suggestions. Living Downunder makes even the thought of a trip to the USA beyond my grasp. My 4 reasons to visit the USA.
      Visit the Grand Canyon.
      Visit Yosemite National Park.
      Play poker in Vegas
      Sit down for a pot of tea and a chat with Harriet and talk about what ever subject she chose.

  • @Kiroshadow
    @Kiroshadow 2 роки тому +14

    I absolutely adore the look on Harriett's face every time she talks about Jim. You can tell they had a very special love.

  • @goatbrother8718
    @goatbrother8718 Рік тому +5

    I am not crying you are crying.
    And Harriet being a Perrin stan as I am made my day.
    Thank you to you two amazing talented women.

  • @jaystarnaz
    @jaystarnaz 2 роки тому +3

    I love her - so glad you were able to interview Harriet and chat with her a bit. Thank you for this!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      It was truly my pleasure

  • @henryhardachre9603
    @henryhardachre9603 8 місяців тому +1

    A very good interview, lots of respect shown to a worthy receiver of said same. I now have 4 reasons to visit the USA.

  • @thane9
    @thane9 2 роки тому +5

    This Is Incredible!!! What a gift to get a chance to sit down with Harriet. And my hope has always been that she knows it's not just the material we all love. Harriet is a treasure.

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      Thank you 🥰. I agree she truly is a treasure.

  • @HardTea
    @HardTea 2 роки тому +3

    Great interview! Thank you for setting it up and conducting it🤗. Harriet is amazing for being so active in the WoT events!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому +2

      She really is. I am so so grateful to her for sitting down with me

  • @LightHalcyon
    @LightHalcyon 2 роки тому +1

    Wow this is amazing. She's such a wonderful lady

  • @Leftshoe72
    @Leftshoe72 2 роки тому +3

    What a great interview! Happy you got to have this chance. She seems so sweet.

  • @thespareoftime6790
    @thespareoftime6790 2 роки тому +2

    AND a tour of the house???
    How great was THAT!??!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому +1

      So so great. She was incredibly generous with her time and space 💕

  • @SeiShinCasios
    @SeiShinCasios 2 роки тому +2

    Wonderful Interview, thank you all!
    The artwork of Robert Jordan is wonderful, I love it!

  • @julieschultz3950
    @julieschultz3950 2 роки тому +2

    Great interview Kritter - what a great memory to have forever

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      Yeah I still can’t really believe it happened 🤩

  • @aliddleboi4599
    @aliddleboi4599 2 роки тому +1

    So happy to have you as a WOT ambassador. Well done kritt

  • @deinos9661
    @deinos9661 2 роки тому +3

    That was a great interview! I had not seen one with Harriet before, so congrats on the scoop!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I was super honored that she agreed to our chat.

  • @kenchang3456
    @kenchang3456 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks and congrats on a great interview. I was entertained 🙂

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      It was my pleasure. Thank you for the comment!

  • @silktish
    @silktish 2 роки тому +1

    Omg! This is so amazing! I’m happy for you and this is such a brilliant interview!

  • @lightblindedfool9510
    @lightblindedfool9510 2 роки тому +2

    Well done, Kritter!! Thanks for doing the Light's Work!!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      It really was my pleasure. I was beyond thrilled (and more than a little nervous) that I actually got to sit down with her!

    • @lightblindedfool9510
      @lightblindedfool9510 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah, I would have been a wreck. You did great!! Looking forward to more interview videos! 🙂

  • @nobodybutzach
    @nobodybutzach 2 роки тому +1

    “I worked out all my controversial takes when I was editing.” 😂😂😂 that’s perfect

  • @jenniferritter7349
    @jenniferritter7349 2 роки тому +2

    This is lovely! Thanks Kritter!

  • @mull2one
    @mull2one 2 роки тому +1

    LOVE THIS!

  • @SharniseW
    @SharniseW 2 роки тому +2

    This was everything! I can’t believe I was steps away from you all while this was happening 😊

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      I saw the photos y’all got with Maria right outside while we were talking. SO CUTE!

  • @screaminspudmonkeys8227
    @screaminspudmonkeys8227 2 роки тому +3

    A purple cat😂. Had me rolling. What a lovely person. Great interview!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      I know! I didn’t know what she was slyly grinning about and I DEFINITELY didn’t think it was going to be a purple cat 😂

  • @Riser413
    @Riser413 2 роки тому +2

    Super cool seeing the artwork throughout the house! Great interview!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! The whole house was like an epic museum filled with super awesome stuff

  • @starinthemaking1
    @starinthemaking1 2 роки тому +1

    Great wee interview!

  • @Florfilm
    @Florfilm Рік тому

    Awesome

  • @sketch2002
    @sketch2002 2 роки тому +1

    Very cool!

  • @victorsanchez3929
    @victorsanchez3929 2 роки тому +1

    Great interview!

  • @lisabonnet1794
    @lisabonnet1794 2 роки тому +2

    Kritter!! This is amazing!! You did a fabulous job and she is a total gem 😍

  • @redflower4890
    @redflower4890 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! Please tell me if you will be posting a video about comic con which will take place on December 3 in Brazil with Matt, Elayne and Liandrin? I really want to see it!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому +1

      If I can find a way to watch it!

  • @mcina001
    @mcina001 2 роки тому +1

    This was amazing! Harriet is a gem. I love that you tactfully didn’t ask which party represents evil and which good on Election Day. 🤣

  • @pludel
    @pludel Рік тому +1

    I wonder when Jordan decided to write the first book, if he thought Dovie'andi se tovya sagain.

  • @Siansonea
    @Siansonea 2 роки тому +2

    I love this! And I love that Harriet knew what she wanted to be from age 12 onward, and never wavered. I can relate to that. I also love that she couldn't be bothered to remember the name of her beloved husband's book that she didn't edit. 😆
    Also, _Robert Jordan's Purple Cat_ will be the name of my next punk band. 😁

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому +1

      Yesssss I’ll make sure to get out to a show 😹

    • @LightHalcyon
      @LightHalcyon 2 роки тому +1

      I am tempted to draw said cat crossing a courtyard 😁

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      @@LightHalcyon do itttttttt

  • @JustSomeBodisOpinion
    @JustSomeBodisOpinion 2 роки тому +1

    This is PURE AWESOMENESS ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @billyalarie929
    @billyalarie929 2 роки тому +1

    OH SHIT you actually got to do this in person!?

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      I did. It was definitely an OH SH*T moment for me too haha

  • @BlackTowerNews
    @BlackTowerNews 2 роки тому

    Robert Jordan reminds her of RJ.. I love it!!!

  • @ariedebruyn5218
    @ariedebruyn5218 9 місяців тому

    Yes, this is a message for Harriett McDougall from an Australian citizen. There are too many connections and coincidences. The 15th of January is my birthday and a publishing date that I have noticed for the Eye of the World. Which is probably in connection for Martin Luther King Jnr's birthday for you Americans. The latest connection is that both Robert Jordan and my mother were born on the 17th of October.

    • @ariedebruyn5218
      @ariedebruyn5218 9 місяців тому

      There is some weird astrological thing going on. I've sent something to Brandon Sanderson's email. And I want answers!

    • @ariedebruyn5218
      @ariedebruyn5218 9 місяців тому

      There's a Stephen King connection when our family was traversing Maine and road tripping across the United States. Look... I have schizophrenia. I'm a fire tiger in Chinese astrology. Like Rand, the schizophrenic thing. But what have I done to you people exactly? I need an actual answer on this.

    • @ariedebruyn5218
      @ariedebruyn5218 7 місяців тому

      Look Soryela wasn't actually more powerful in the one power. It was a trick that Cadsuane learned to mask abilities from Mogehedian. Something that you and Jordan argued about constantly. It gave him a headache. But those are the pains of love. We suffer for our women. But we still love them.

    • @ariedebruyn5218
      @ariedebruyn5218 7 місяців тому

      Look it is okay in the end. Jordan accounted for his life span. He forgot that women live longer than men and you had to look after yourself and give yourself something to do. All is forgiven with that understanding.

    • @ariedebruyn5218
      @ariedebruyn5218 7 місяців тому

      The bastards in the production company don't get it. The readers do. Or reader.

  • @Nishki-v-Sharkata
    @Nishki-v-Sharkata 2 роки тому

    Was there any prearranged agreement to not ask questions about the TV series even for her general feelings? I didn't hear any praise from Harriet for the show. She told you only about "interesting vibe". You also tried to lowkey praise the show but still Harriet didn't bait on it.
    The very same thing happened with the recent Dragonmount interview with Maria Simons. You, people, really try very hard to leave confusion and doubts on what are Team Jordan's feelings about the adaptation. If that was your goal - well done!

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      I asked her straight out how she felt about the universe expanding with the show and origins book and she said she thinks it’s great. Did you black out during that part?

    • @Nishki-v-Sharkata
      @Nishki-v-Sharkata 2 роки тому

      @@KritterXD I quoted what is in your video. You asked about "vibe". She answered with "intresting". She never said a word about anything "straight" about the show. It is not my fault, you are the one who ask the questions in the video. And you asked one very non specific question about vibe??? with one very "interesting" answer. It is not me who asked questions. It is you.
      If Harriet were so positive she wouldnt just find it "interesting". As a woman of many words Harriet would clearly find many words of praise and yet she used one weirdly unspecific. How convenient of you to turn what were in your power to be asked there on me.
      May be you blacked out while wishing to hear how Harriet praise the show but the audio recording is out and I literally quoted it. We have none of it in the recording. "Interesting".

    • @KritterXD
      @KritterXD  2 роки тому

      @@Nishki-v-Sharkata it’s interesting…it’s very nice having people loving the material…it’s just great

  • @ishmaelforester9825
    @ishmaelforester9825 Рік тому

    Wheel of Time is the boomer Lord of the Rings. God bless the sweet old lady

  • @hotsaucesteve3433
    @hotsaucesteve3433 2 роки тому +1