In the first official episode of the Books for Men podcast, host Douglas Vigliotti introduces the purpose of the show, which is to inspire more men to read and bring together male readers. He discusses his decision to feature the novel Miles From Nowhere by Nami Mun as the first book on the podcast. Vigliotti acknowledges that the protagonist of the novel, a teenage Korean girl navigating the streets of New York City in the 1980s, may be challenging for male readers to relate to. However, he emphasizes that the point of reading is to step into the shoes of characters different from oneself and gain new perspectives. He describes Miles From Nowhere as a gritty, raw, and impactful novel that offers a snapshot of reality. Vigliotti addresses potential concerns about the book being incomplete and explains that the story is character-driven rather than plot-driven. Vigliotti also discusses the tactile nature of physical books and recommends reading Miles From Nowhere in paperback format. He praises the author, Nami Mun, for her sensibilities and lean, powerful prose. Vigliotti concludes by reminding listeners to subscribe to the podcast and share it with others who enjoy reading. As a bonus, he shares two passages from Miles From Nowhere that highlight the themes of hope and grief in the novel.
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