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Close ReadsAs I Lay Dying: Episode 4And so we come to the end. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dig (no pun intended) into the fiery (pun intended) ending to this classic book. Where do the book's sympathies lie in the end? Why did Darl go mad? Who is trustworthy? These and many other questions get discussed. Happy listening! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2022-02-251h 14Close ReadsAs I Lay Dying: Episode 3In which David, Heidi, and Tim discuss river crossings, which characters the books seems to have the most sympathy for, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2022-02-181h 08Close ReadsAs I Lay Dying: Episode 2Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dig ever deeper into Faulkner's novel. Topics of conversation include mothers who are fish, mothers who are horses, buzzards, and Heidi's great delight in this book. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2022-02-111h 15Close ReadsAs I Lay Dying: Episode 1Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dig into the first quarter of William Faulkner's infamous (and mildly inscrutable) novel, As I Lay Dying. Topics of conversation include tops for reading Faulkner, the various points-of-view that tell the story, what happens at the outset, and much more. This episode is brought to you be BiblioFiles. Learn more at centerforlit.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2022-02-051h 04Close ReadsA Confederacy of Dunces: Q&A EpisodeIt's time to answer your questions about A Confederacy of Dunces! Join the David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss characters like Jones and Levy, books similar to Dunces, and much more -- plus, naturally, some Christmas chatter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-12-261h 20Close ReadsA Confederacy of Dunces: Chapters 4-6Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they continue to discuss Ignatius J. Reilly and his "worldview," including some discussion about why he has to be quite so gross. Also: what's the deal with all the geometry talk? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-11-2849 minClose ReadsA Confederacy of Dunces: Chapters 1-3A Confederacy of Dunces is one of the more strange books we have ever done on this show, but over the next several weeks David, Heidi, and Tim are going to do their best to explain what makes it a worthwhile work of literature. This week they discuss the book's sad origin story, its medieval influences, its comedic core, and its outrageous protagonist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-11-191h 08Close ReadsA Gathering of Old Men: Q&A EpisodeAs usual, you asked great questions and we did our best to answer! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they conclude their discussion of A GATHERING OF OLD MEN. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-11-151h 12Close ReadsA Gathering of Old Men: To the EndWas justice met in the end? Why does the story end with Lou Dimes' perspective? Is the ending satisfying? Is it happy? These and other questions were address on this week's episode. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into the final pages of A Gathering of Old Men. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-11-071h 03Close ReadsA Gathering of Old Men (pages 1-57)It's time for a new book! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss Ernest J. Gaines' A Gathering of Old Men. This week they dive into Gaines' use of multiple perspectives and how it helps him to explore the complex issues of race and place in the Deep South. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-10-181h 04Close ReadsThe Book of the Dun Cow: Q&A EpisodeThis week David, Heidi, and Tim take a crack at answering your many thoughtful question about Walter Wangerin Jr.'s novel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-10-011h 00Close ReadsThe Book of the Dun Cow: To the EndJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they dig into the conclusion of The Book of the Dun Cow, discussing the nature of heroism in this novel and our protagonist rooster's ultimate fate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-09-2456 minClose ReadsBonus Pod: Discussing the 2022 Reading ListJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they make the final choices for the 2022 reading list! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-09-2433 minClose ReadsThe Book of the Dun Cow: Part 1It's time for a new book: Walter Wangerin Jr.'s The Book of the Dun Cow. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss the medieval aspects of this story and the degree to which is should be read as an allegory. Also, Tim makes a blunder. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-09-101h 07Close ReadsTheir Eyes Were Watching God: ConclusionJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they talk about the final chapters of Zora Neale Hurston's novel. They discuss Janie's growth, Tea Cake's love, and rabies. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-08-271h 01Close ReadsTheir Eyes Were Watching God: Chapters 6 -10This week David, Heidi, and Tim are digging into the middle of Zora Neale Hurston's novel, talking about some of the risky creative choices she makes, Janie's silence and rage, why the book can be challenging at times, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-08-141h 13Close ReadsTheir Eyes Were Watching God: Chapters 1-5Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into a new book: Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God. In this episode they discuss what makes Janie Crawford such a compelling character and Hurston's unique approach to point of view and narrative. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-08-071h 07Close ReadsAll the Pretty Horses Q&A EpisodeJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they attempt to answer your questions about Cormac McCarthy's All the Pretty Horses! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-08-021h 41Close ReadsAll the Pretty Horses: Episode 6We have come to the end of John Grady Cole's journey -- and this episode is a doozy. It's long and it digs deep and we hope you like. So join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss their evolving perceptions of this novel, why it features the only ending it could have rightly had, the themes of justice and confession, and much, much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-07-161h 32Close ReadsAll the Pretty Horses: Episode 5In which the novel takes yet another turn. This week David, Heidi, and Tim discuss whether the philosophizing of this section works, what McCarthy is trying to say, and the strange appearance of numerous little kindnesses. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-07-0955 minClose ReadsAll the Pretty Horses: Episode 3This week David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the way All the Pretty Horses is multiple kinds of book in one, the fascinating romance at the core of the story, and the way McCarthy writes about work so poetically. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-06-261h 22Close ReadsAll the Pretty Horses: Episode 2After a delay due to some technical difficulties, we are back and on this episode David, Heidi, and Tim discuss lightening storms, horses, and orphans in Cormac McCarthy's All the Pretty Horses. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-06-211h 07Close ReadsAll the Pretty Horses: Pages 1-59In which Tim returns, we introduce Cormac McCarthy, and we discuss his formal genius. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into All the Pretty Horses, looking at a couple of essential early passage that define the book and its themes, as well as the uniquely Old Testament formal approach McCarthy brings to his books. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-06-041h 06Close ReadsBonus Episode: Discussing the Rebecca MoviesIn this bonus episode, which was recorded live with our Patreon supporters, David, Heidi, and Tim chatted about the two most primary cinematic adaptations of Rebecca; Alfred Hitchcock's version from 1940 and the 2020 Netflix version. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-04-101h 26Close ReadsRebecca: Chapters 1-7This week we invited Patreon supporters to join us for a special live episode and here it is! Join David, Heidi, and Tim (and the live audience) for a discussion of the first seven chapters of Daphne Du Maurier's Rebecca. Topics of conversation include the gothic nature of the novel, Du Maurier's unique writing style, and (as usual with mysteries of this sort) the question of who the antagonist is. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-02-191h 36Close ReadsDeath Comes for the Archbishop: Q&A EpisodeLet's answer your questions! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss such things as what the landscape means in the book, the seven deadly sins in the book, the role of the Prologue, and much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-02-121h 12Close ReadsDeath Comes for the Archbishop: Final ChaptersIn which death finally does comes for the Archbishop, after all. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss Bishop Latour's life work, his relationship with Vaillant, and Cather success as a storyteller. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-02-061h 28Close ReadsDeath Comes for the Archbishop: Books 6 + 7In which an old woman prays in a church with the Bishop, vanity is tested, and we learn about the prequel years. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they march on with Willa Cather. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-01-291h 21Close ReadsDeath Comes for the Archbishop: Books 4 + 5Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they compare the four priests at the core of these sections, discuss the notion of subtly in the book, and talk a bit about colonialism (sort of). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-01-251h 27Close ReadsDeath Comes for the Archbishop: Book 1The whole gang is back together and it's time for a new book! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dig into Willa Cather's 1927 novel ,Death Comes for the Archbishop. In this episode they compare a few early passages, discuss the undulating rhythms of Cather's prose, and consider the episodic nature of the story. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-01-081h 07Close ReadsOur 2020 in ReadingIn this annual episode, David, Heidi, and Tim share some of their favorite books of 2020. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-01-051h 14Close ReadsThe Moviegoer: Episode 1Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into Walker Percy's The Moviegoer. Topics of conversation include the book's particular vibe, its plotlessness, the uniquely Southern AND catholic perspective of Percy, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-11-131h 19Close ReadsThe Sun Also Rises: Q&A EpisodeJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they answer a whole bunch of listener questions on a wide variety of topics, from where to go next with Hemingway to the word choices in the final sentence. It's comprehensive, with a dash of disagreement for good measure. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-09-031h 36Close ReadsThe Sun Also Rises: The Final ChaptersThis week David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the final chapters of Hemingway's novel. They chat about whether the book is fundamentally hopeless, whether Hemingway was a nihilist, church scenes vs bull fights, Jake's injury as a red herring, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-08-271h 32Close ReadsThe Sun Also Rises: Chapters 13-16This week David, Heidi, and Tim discuss bull fighters, boxers. Brett Ashley, bad relationships, and barrels of vino. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-08-191h 16Close ReadsThe Sun Also Rises: Chapters 8-12This week David, Heidi, and Tim dive into the middle of Hemingway's novel. Topics of discussion include the strange organization of the book, Hemingway's subversion of traditional tropes, the famous church scene, and fishing in Spain. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-08-121h 12Close ReadsThe Sun Also Rises: Book IWelcome to a new series of episodes on Ernest Hemingway's classic novel, The Sun Also Rises! In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim discuss Hemingway's famous style and his unique talent for capturing human experience. Plus, they discuss some key passages, the book's context in twentieth century lit, and the troubles that are haunting these memorable characters. Don't forget to rate and review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-08-051h 28Close ReadsThe End of the Affair: Book ThreeOn this week's episode, David, Heidi, and Tim chat about the challenges that this section of the book presents for discussion, as well as the deeply profound reflections found in Sarah's letters to God. Plus, there's some chatter about the different ways each of them read and approach books like this. You know, the normal stuff. Remember to rate and review wherever you get podcasts! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-05-201h 21Close ReadsThe End of the Affair: Book 2In this week's episode, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the likability (or lack thereof) of Maurice Bendrix, the protagonist of The End of the Affair; the way the book demands empathy from its reader; Green's consideration of sex, lust, and sin; and much more, of course. Remember to rate and review wherever you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-05-131h 19Close ReadsAnne of Green Gables: Q&A EpisodeYou had many (great) questions about Anne of Green Gables and David, Hieidi, and Tim made an attempt at answering as many of them as we could. They chatted about Gilbert's cuteness, the difference between drunkenness and rabies, and some other very serious things. If you like this episode remember to rate and review where you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-04-301h 27Close ReadsAnne of Green Gables: Final ChaptersAnd so we come to the end of yet another book. In this episode, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss Matthew's death, Gilbert's action, Anne's growth, Marilla's illness, Lucy Maude Montgomery's skill, and a bunch of other stuff (including cereal, Yeoman's work, Michael Jordan, and Avocado toast). Remember to rate and review wherever you're listening! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-04-231h 16Close ReadsAnne of Green Gables: Chapters 22-27In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim chat about the goodness of Anne's imagination, whether it ever serves negative purposes, and a whole bunch of about kinds of reading. Also other stuff. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-04-081h 17Close ReadsAnne of Green Gables: Chapters 17-21Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss Anne's continued adventures with Diana, the way the book changes structurally during these chapters, and Lucy Maud Montgomery's view of Anne's imagination. If you like this episode please be sure to rate and review wherever you access podcasts! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-04-011h 06Close ReadsAnne of Green Gables: Chapters 13-16Self-isolate along with David, Heidi, and Tim as they chat some more about that delightful Anne with an "E." This week they discuss the introduction of Gilbert Blythe and the famous "carrots scene, Anne's particular brand of drama, the unique stakes of the novel, and much more. And remember: if you like this episode you can rate and review wherever you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-03-261h 09Close ReadsAnne of Green Gables: Chapters 7-12Chatting from their Covid-19-related self-isolation, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the unique nature of Anne of Green Gables, the delightfulness of Anne, Anne's relationship with Marilla, the similarities between Anne and Rachel Lynde, and much more. If you like this episode, please be sure to rate and review wherever you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-03-191h 06Close ReadsThe Catcher in the Rye: Final ChaptersOnce again we've come to the end of a book, so join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss whether Holden Caulfield is a cynic at the end of the book, the creepy scene with Mr. Antolini, the hopeful denouement, and the complicated nature of the book's legacy. If you like this episode please help us spread the word by rating and reviewing it wherever you get podcasts! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-02-281h 24Close ReadsThe Catcher in the Rye: Chapters 10-17Back again the gang is. This week David, Heidi, and Tim chatted about Holden's diction and choice of words, the red hunting hat, the ducks on the lagoon, and much more.Remember to rate and review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-02-201h 11Close ReadsThe Catcher in the Rye: Chapters 1-9And just like that we're on to J.D. Salinger's controversial novel, The Catcher in the Rye. Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss why this book is so loved and yet so hated and why it's taught so often. Plus, they discuss the foul language problem, Holden's cynicism, whether they would let their kids be Holden's friend, and much more. Remember, if you like this you can rate and review it and spread the word. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-02-121h 21Close ReadsPeace Like a River: The Final ChaptersHere we are at the end of Leif Enger's Peace Like a River. In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the denouement (and overall structure) of the story, Rueben's fate, Davy's choice to leave (again), and much more. If you like this episode, be sure to rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-01-291h 09Close ReadsPeace Like a River: Penultimate EpisodeWe're back with more conversation about Leif Enger's Peace Like a River. In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the nefarious Jape Waltzer, Andreeson's changing role, the story's budding romance, and much, much more. It's a long one, so buckle up. Remember: rate, review wherever you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-01-231h 26Close ReadsPeace Like a River: Chapters 8-11We're back with more conversation about Leif Enger's Peace Like a River! In this episode, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the Fairy Tale elements of the story, the question of realism, what the story is ultimately about, Swede's preciousness, and much more. Remember to rate and review wherever you listen! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-01-081h 22Close ReadsPeace Like a River: Chapters 5-7Welcome back! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive deeper into Leif Enger's Peace Like a River. They talk about whether Davy's actions were justified and how the novel treats them, the lack of a mother-figure in the story, and much more. And remember: when you rate and review it helps out a lot! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-01-041h 24Close ReadsPeace like a River: Chapters 1-4And we're on to another book! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into a new book, Leif Enger's novel, Peace Like a River. In this episode they chat about the first 50 pages (aka: the first four chapters). Remember: when you rate and review the show you help spread the word! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-12-251h 18Close ReadsA River Runs through It Q&AIt's time to answer listener questions about Norman Maclean's A River Runs through It. David, Heidi, and Tim give their best effort at answering a slew of really tough, thoughtful questions. Bravo to everyone who contributed! Remember: if you like this show, it goes a long way when you rate and review it wherever you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-12-191h 12Close ReadsA River Runs through It (episode 2)Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they chat about the second half of Norman Maclean's beloved novella, A River Runs through It. They chat about whether the story is a tragedy, the way the end recalls the beginning, the theme of union in the story, and the way it explores the complicated nature of human relationship (and much more, of course). Remember: if you like this show you can help out by rating and reviewing it wherever you get podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-12-121h 07Close ReadsA River Runs through It (episode 1)And we're off. It's time for Norman Maclean's A River Runs through It. On this episode, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss roughly the first half of the story. They chat about the central metaphors in the book, Maclean's craftsmanship as a prose writer, the subtly of the characterizations, the relationship between the brothers, and much more. Remember, if you like this show, your ratings and reviews (wherever you get podcasts), go a long way in helping the show longterm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-12-041h 22Close ReadsThe Odyssey: XXI-XXIIIt's time to discuss the battle and the bloodshed. In this episode, David, Heidi, and Tim chat about whether Odysseus is after justice or revenge (and all the ramifications of that question) . . . and much more, of course. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-09-231h 20Close ReadsThe Odyssey: XIX-XXAnd we're back with more conversation about Homer's famous epic poem. This week, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss Penelope's evolving character, the way the poet is comparing Odysseus and Penelope in the text, the building tension, and much more. Remember: if you like this show you can help spread the word by rating and reviewing it. And don't forget you can support the show and get some great show swag on Patron: Patreon.com/closereads. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-09-171h 06Close ReadsThe Odyssey: XII-XVIAnd we're back with more discussion of Homer's Odyssey! David, Heidi, and Tim explore the fascinating character of Eumaeus the swineherd; Poseidon, the anti-xenia god; the Western-y nature of the second of half of the poem; and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-09-0258 minClose ReadsThe Odyssey: XI-XIIJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they continue their journey with Odysseus. In this episode they discuss books XI and XII, focusing on Odysseus' virtues, the allegorical aspects of the poem, the popularity of the story of the sirens, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-08-241h 15Close ReadsThe Odyssey: Books IX-XIt's time for books IX and X of Homer's Odyssey! Join David, Heidi, and Tim for a discussion about the cyclopes, Circe, and the degree to which Odysseus is truly virtuous. And, remember, it helps the show out a whole lot when you leave reviews on whatever app you use to listen to podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-08-181h 10Close ReadsThe Odyssey: Books V-VIIIDavid, Heidi, and Tim are back with more conversation about The Odyssey. They discuss the question of Odysseus' faithfulness, they compare Nausikaa and Calypso, and they discuss the role of this section in the grand scheme of the poem. Remember: if you like this series on the Odyssey we could use your help. Rate and review the show to spread the word! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-08-121h 01Close ReadsThe Odyssey: Books III-IVJoin David, Heidi, and Tim for more conversation about Homer's classic epic poem. in this episode they chat about the role of the gods in the story, the complicated nature of ancient Greek paganism, whether the characters in the book have "faith," and much, much more. Remember: if you love this show, please subscribe, rate, and review it. It goes a long way . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-08-031h 18Close ReadsThe Odyssey: Books 1-2It's time for a new book! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into Homer's Odyssey, books one and two. Discussion touches on the purpose of these early books, Telemachus' journey, the relationship between the gods and humans, Penelope's wisdom, and much more. Remember: if you like this show it really goes a long way when you leave starred or written reviews wherever you listen to your podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-07-251h 17Close ReadsThe Spy Who Came in from the Cold: Q&A EpisodeJoin David, Heidi, and Tim for an in-depth time of answering listener questions! They talk heroism, other spy novels, the ambiguity of the ending, and much, much, much more. Remember: subscribe, rate, review!, See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-03-241h 24Close ReadsThe Spy Who Came in from the Cold: ConclusionJoin David, Heidi, and Tim as they discuss the final chapters of John LeCarre's The Spy Who Came in from the Cold. Conversation explores the novel's payoff, Liz and Leamas' relationship, good guys and bad guys, the complicated philosophies embedded in the book, and much more.Remember: subscribe, rate, review. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-03-171h 12Close ReadsThe Spy Who Came in from the Cold: Chapters 13-20Welcome back! This week David, Heidi, and Tim are chatting about chapters 13-20 of The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, with an especially deep dive into chapter 13, which is the thematic and dramatic core of the story. Watch out for the moment when Tim drops a fantastic new metaphor. Plus they offer a grateful farewell to a longtime contributor to the show.Remember: subscribe, rate, review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-03-091h 07Close ReadsThe Spy Who Came in from the Cold: Chapters 7-12Welcome back! In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim discuss John LeCarre's classic spy novel some more, with a particular focus on the value of genre fiction in contemporary times, the concept of anti-heros, LeCarre's subtly, and much more, This episode is brought to you by New College Franklin! Learn more at newcollegefranklin.org. And remember: help us spread the word! Subscribe, rate, review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-03-031h 03Close ReadsThe Remains of the Day: ConlusionIn which David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the ending to Kazuo Ishiguro's The Remains of the Day. They discuss the heartbreaking nature of the book, what to make of Steven's final conversation with Mrs. Benn, whether he changed in the end, and much more. This episode is presented by New College Franklin. Learn more at newcollegefranklin.org. And remember: subscribe, rate, review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-02-091h 12Close ReadsRemains of the Day: Day 3 EveningWelcome back. In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim continue their discussion of Kazuo Ishiguro's novel, Remains of the Day. Conversation some of the unique ways the novel's structure changes in this section, whether Stevens is a good butler, whether he has changed at all, the confessional nature of this chapter, and much more. This episode is brought to you by New College Franklin. Check them out at newcollegefranklin.org. Remember: subscribe, rate, review. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-02-021h 28Close ReadsRemains of the Day: Day 2, MorningWelcome back to Close Reads. In this episode David, Heidi, and Tim continue their discussion of Kazuo Ishiguro's Remains of the Day. Conversation explores the way Stevens' various personal relationships mirror the international politics in the story, Ishiguro's gift for subtext, the history of the age in which the story takes place, the ongoing theme of "professionalism", the American's place in the story, and much more. Help us spread the word: subscribe, rate, review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-01-191h 17Close ReadsThe Remains of the Day, Prologue and Day 1Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they kick off discussion of a new book: Kazuo Ishiguro's The Remains of the Day. Topics of conversation include the expectations of a road novel, the book's treatment of dignity, why professionalism is so important to Stevens, the questions of culture the book raises, key scenes, and more. Don't forget: Subscribe, rate, review.And if you like this show please supporting it on Patreon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-01-121h 13Close ReadsThe Power and the Glory: Part 2, Chapter 3 - Part 3, Chapter 1Welcome back to Close Reads, where David, Heidi, and Tim are discussing Graham Greene's The Power and the Glory. Conversation in this episode centers primarily on the image of the dying dog - including a long discussion of the nature of images and symbols in literature (how to approach them, in what ways they matter, the difference between an image and a symbol, and more).If you like this show please remember to subscribe, rate, and review!Support us on Patreon! To learn more about the Close Reads Podcast Network please click here. 2018-11-031h 16Close ReadsThe Power and the Glory: Part 2, Chapters 2-3Welcome back to Close Reads, where David, Heidi, and Tim are discussing Graham Greene's The Power and the Glory. Topics of conversation on this episode include Graham Greene's opinion that these were the greatest pages he ever wrote, the pace of these chapters, the contrast between the two chapters. the whiskey priests' transformation, the lieutenant's inability to recognize the priest, the whiskey priest vs Padre Jose, and much more. If you like this show please remember to subscribe, rate, and review!Support us on Patreon! To learn more about the Close Reads Podcast Ne...2018-10-271h 18Close ReadsThe Power and the Glory: Part 2, Chapter 1Welcome back to Close Reads, where David, Heidi, and Tim are discussing Graham Greene's The Power and the Glory. Topics of conversation on this episode include whether the whiskey priest is noble, the various character doubles in the book, the theme of faithfulness in this section, the idea of judgment, and the concept of plausibility structures in making a revolution happen. Typical Close Reads. If you like this show please remember to subscribe, rate, and review!Support us on Patreon! To learn more about the Close Reads Podcast Network please click here. ...2018-10-191h 24Close ReadsThe Power and the Glory: Part 1, Chapters 3-4Welcome back to Close Reads, where David, Heidi, and Tim are discussing Graham Greene's The Power and the Glory. Topics of conversation include Coral Fellow's entrance into adulthood and corresponding conversion (?), the faith of the stranger priest, Padre Jose's despair, little Luis' abandonment, and more. If you like this show please remember to subscribe, rate, and review!Support us on Patreon! To learn more about the Close Reads Podcast Network please click here. ***This episode is brought to you by the honors program at Belmont Abbey College. ...2018-10-121h 15Close ReadsThe Power and the Glory: Part 1, Chapters 1-2Welcome back to Close Reads, where David, Heidi, and Tim are kicking off a discussion of Graham Greene's The Power and the Glory. Topics of conversation include Green's deft use of subtext, the setting as character, the sadness/hopefullness of the novel, and much more. If you like this show please remember to subscribe, rate, and review!To learn more about the Close Reads Podcast Network please click here. Support us on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-10-061h 21Close ReadsKing Lear I.I - The Play's the Thing (premier)This first episode of The Play's the Thing is a preview. For future episodes, please subscribe to The Play's the Thing's own feed. Welcome to the premier episode of The Play's the Thing, a podcast dedicated to an ongoing examination and celebration of Shakespeare's entire canon. In this episode, David Kern, Matt Bianco, and Tim McIntosh dive into act I of King Lear, focusing primarily on scene I. Topics of conversation include: the Mount Rushmore of Shakespeare's plays, what makes a good Shakespearean tragedy so good, whether Lear should have divided his kingdom the way he d...2018-08-181h 33Close ReadsThe LotteryJoin David Kern, Tim McIntosh, and special guest Adam Andrews (of Center for Lit) for an exploration of Shirley Jackson's harrowing short story, "The Lottery." Conversation touches on the crazy initial response the story received, the way Jackson manages to point her critique at contemporary life and not just the ancient pagans, best practices for teaching this story, why Jackson doesn't reveal the reason for the brutal tradition at the heart of the story, and much, much more. Click here to sign up for the Close Reads email newsletter. See acast.com/privacy f...2018-08-031h 16Close ReadsAn Occurrence at Owl Creek BridgeJoin David Kern, Tim McIntosh, and very special guest Jonathan Rogers (author of The Wilderking Trilogy and The Terrible Speed of Mercy: A Spiritual Biography of Flannery O'Connor, among other books), for a deep-dive into Ambrose Bierce's famous short story, "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge." Discussion touches on whether Bierce's "gotcha" moment is a flaw in the story, the idea of the unreliable narrator, Bierce's wild biography, where his skill most shows up in the story, and more. Click here to sign up for the Close Reads email newsletter. See acast.com/pr...2018-07-071h 14
The Tim Ferriss Show#323: Tim Ferriss Goes to Maximum Security PrisonIn this podcast, I had the rare opportunity to interview three men in Level 4 maximum security at Kern Valley State Prison. There was no time to do homework on any of them, so I crossed my fingers and jumped in. It was incredibly nerve-wracking and, ultimately, incredibly rewarding and fun. Any expectations I might have had going in were exceeded.I owe special thanks to Cat Hoke, all the men who participate in Defy (the program Cat started), and all the staff and officers at Kern, including Chief Deputy Warden Goss who made it possible for me...2018-06-251h 29
Business Athlet - Der Erfolgspodcast für Unternehmer & Manager Ihres eigenen Lebens#030 - Dr. med. Torsten Albers im Interview - Sport und Ernährung im Einklang - Teil 02Der Logi Muskel Coach - Sport und Ernährung für Business Athleten
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Business Athlet - Der Erfolgspodcast für Unternehmer & Manager Ihres eigenen Lebens#029 - Dr. med. Torsten Albers im Interview - Sport und Ernährung im Einklang - Teil 01Der Logi Muskel Coach - Sport und Ernährung für Business Athleten
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Heute im Interview: Dr. Torsten Albers - er ist Sport und Ernährungsmediziner mit langjähriger Praxiserfahrung. Als langjähriger Leistungssportler im Bereich Kunstturnen, Leichtathletik und Kampfsport ist er mit den Erfordernissen eines Business Athleten bestens vertraut. Er beschäftigt sich im Kern mit Gesundheit, Sport, Ernährung, Lebensstiloptimierung und auch Schmerztherapie. Seine Praxis in Zürich bietet auch ein geniales Online Coaching Programm an! Viel Spaß bei diesem Interview !
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Wie läuft ei...2018-06-0623 minClose ReadsHowards End, Chapters 1-5Join Angelina, Tim, and David as they kick off their conversation about E.M. Forster's novel Howards End. Topics of conversation include Angelina's secret sports-life, which Schlegel sister Tim and Angelina see most in themselves, 19th-century European politics, the Bloomsbury group that Forster was a part of, his interesting use of pace and voice, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-01-121h 12Close ReadsReviewing 2017: The Year in ReadingWelcome back to Close Reads, where David, Angelina, and Tim are discussing their 2017 in reading and their reading goals for 2018. Plus, Angelina gets ambushed by a special guest. *** If you like this podcast, please consider supporting it via Patreon. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-01-0558 minClose ReadsThe Twelfth Night Q&A EpisodeWelcome back to Close Reads, where David, Angelina, and Tim are discussing listener questions about Twelfth Night. Topics include lots of talk about Feste, strong women in Shakespeare, whether the ending is satisfying, the alternate title, Shakespeare as political rabble-rouser, and, of course, some Christmas-themed banter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-12-291h 18Close Reads#78: Twelfth Night ( Act 3)Join Angelina, Tim, and David as they continue to discuss William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Topics include Shakespeare's approach to structure, identity (and the motif of disguise), and comedic reversals. Plus, Tim tells another story about classroom hijinks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-12-081h 13Close Reads#73: Murder on the Orient Express (part 3)On this episode of Close Reads Angelina, Tim, and David discuss the finale of Agatha Christie's beloved mystery story, Murder on the Orient Express. Topics include: The Great Candy Wars of 2017, the detective as a trope, the question of justice in the ending, Poirot's punting, Tim's inner struggle. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-11-031h 18Close Reads#72: Murder on the Orient Express (part 2)On this episode of Close Reads Angelina, Tim, and David discuss part two of Agatha Christie's beloved mystery story, Murder on the Orient Express. Topics include: Some (fascinating) listener theories on the book, Poirot's approach and personality, the role of the reader in a good mystery, Tim shenanigans, and much more. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast. Learn more at patreon.com/closereads. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-10-271h 15Close Reads#64: Gilead (ep. 3)On this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim (from Aruba), and David continue their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead. Topics include the book's lack of plot, the various father/son relationships, more conversation on theology and suffering, and more. This episode covers pages 68-97. *** This episode is brought to you by Schole Academy from Classical Academic Press, featuring new literature courses taught by Close Reads co-star, Tim McIntosh. It's also brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit now! See...2017-08-291h 10Close Reads#63: Gilead (ep. 2)On this episode of Close Reads, Angelina and David continue their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead (while Tim vacations in Aruba). Topics include John Ames' observations of humanity, the goodness of growing old, contemplation of heaven (and the beauty of perishability), and more. This episode covers pages 37-68. *** This episode is brought to you by Schole Academy from Classical Academic Press, featuring new literature courses taught by Close Reads co-star, Tim McIntosh. It's also brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit no...2017-08-221h 08Close Reads#62: Gilead Kick-off ShowOn this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, and David kick off their discussion of Marilynne Robinson's beloved, Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Gilead (2004). Topics include whether this is a sad book, a bit on Robinson's biography, John Ames's joy in the face of suffering, and more. *** This episode is brought to you by Schole Academy from Classical Academic Press, featuring new literature courses taught by Close Reads co-star, Tim McIntosh. It's also brought to you by our good friends at New College Franklin. Set up a campus visit now! See acast.com/p...2017-08-1457 minClose Reads#61: Brideshead Revisited Q&AOn this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, David, and Andrew conclude their discussion of Evelyn Waugh's classic novel Brideshead Revisited, answering listener questions. Topics include: The BBC miniseries and Jeremy Irons' audio book The effect of Charles immaturity on his perspectives Whether it's a true conversion story Which characters display true faith Symbolism and conversion and much more This episode is brought to you by Schole Academy from Classical Academic Press, featuring new literature courses taught by Close Reads co-star, Tim McIntosh. It's also brought to you by our good friends at New Colle...2017-08-081h 15Close Reads#60: Concluding Brideshead Revisited (LIVE EPISODE)On this special LIVE episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, David, and their special guest conclude their discussion of Evelyn Waugh's classic novel Brideshead Revisited, focusing on the final chapters. This episode was recorded at the 2017 CiRCE Conference. Topics include: The love story Whether this story is tragedy Whether people wanted Julia and Charles to stay together The sign of the cross and aesthetic theology The ongoing thread twitches Listener comments and much more This episode is brought to you by Schole Academy from Classical Academic Press, featuring new literature courses taught by Close Re...2017-07-281h 41Close Reads#53: Brideshead Revisited, Chapters 3-4On this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, and David continue their discussion of Evelyn Waugh's classic novel, Brideshead Revisited, focusing on chapters 3-4. Topics include: Tim's upcoming vacation A comparison of Charles family and Sebastian's family Sebastian's faith and Charles lack thereof Sebastian and Charles' youth and what it means The aesthetic theology of the book Aesthetics as a road to faith and more... 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Nach längerer Pause ist Clemens wieder an Bord und wir begrüßen in dieser Sendung auch tomate als Gast in unserer Runde. Wir sprechen über Veranstaltungen und die rp17 und den 34C3 im besonderen und besuchen ine weiteres Mal die wunderbare Welt der Buchhaltung und sprechen erneut über Tims weitere Recherchen zum Thema Zahlungsplattformen und Ticketvorverkaufsysteme. Dazu gibt es noch eine Reihe...2017-05-193h 36Freak ShowBitte werfen Sie eine Münze ein
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