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Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 67 - Jar MoneyIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine talk about the book The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. They switch things up and go without a discussion guide, and chaos ensues. What should Kathrine do with her wedding dress? How are they saving for vacation? What game have they been playing obsessively? What would they do if they lived in Oklahoma during the dust bowl? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-08-0759 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 66 - With What MoneyIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini after a lengthy conversation about their vacation. What creepy landmark was near Jenny and Kathrine's Airbnb? Which chocolates are the best in the world? What system did Jenny and Kathrine use to help them budget? Is true repentance possible without confession? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-07-2256 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 65 - Artisanal PooIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss all the foods from books that they wish they could get a chance to eat. Why are steamed crabs seasoned? What makes something artisanal? What part of the lechon does Kathrine always go for? Why can't Jenny and Kathrine record the podcast in the car? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-07-1057 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 64 - Disney is the Stephanie Meyer of MoviesIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss books based on other books. What's the difference between a book based on a book and fanfiction? What happened to Jenny and Kathrine in a Jollibee? Why are Jenny and Kathrine suddenly obsessed with geography? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-06-2352 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 63 - Pooty and SchweppesIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book Butter by Asako Yuzuki. It's a story of murder, food, and the role of women in society. What competition do Jenny and Kathrine have every morning? How are the fitness journeys going? How did this book make Jenny and Kathrine feel about their weight? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-06-1058 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 62 - Certified Loving Moms PodcastIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the impact that the website Wattpad had on their lives and society as a whole. Along the way, though, they manage to meander to just about every topic there is. What happened to Kathrine's fitbit? Why can't Jenny finish her sewing projects? How do moms manage to deal with twelve-year-olds? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-05-2750 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 61 - The Blame Jenny PodcastIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss The Orphan Master's Son by Adam Johnson, a story of North Korea and how propaganda distorts the truth. What hobbies have Jenny and Kathrine picked up now? When did Kathrine become the vegetable expert? How does Jenny know that she's never known true struggle? What would Jenny and Kathrine do if they were all-powerful leaders? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-05-1352 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 60 - Mercury Pufferfish PoisonIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine put on their true-crime podcaster hats and dive into the stories of murders surrounding books. Why did the CEO of a video game company die because of a Science Fiction book? What book caused 10,000 people to riot in the streets? What snack did Jenny eat as a kid that made her feel like a horse? Why was Kathrine's life in danger? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-04-291h 00Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 59 - Melona TariffsIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine get serious and talk about the book Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi, a powerful story set in the Gold Coast of Ghana. Along the way, they take some detours and talk about their 3rd friendaversary, new hobbies, and most importantly the joys of COTTAGE CHEESE. Why are they freaking out about the tariffs? What does it mean to be in your thrifty era? Why is there no final bit? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through...2025-04-1448 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 58 - Paradigm Shift in the ZeitgeistIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine take a "deep dive in the kiddie pool" talking about Reese Witherspoon's Book Club. What's the deal with Reese's production company, Hello Sunshine? How did Jenny break a fridge? What are the bugs in the neighborhood getting up to? How much money would it take for Jenny and Kathrine to sell out? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-04-021h 00Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 57 - We're So 'UmbleIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine finally discuss the book David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. They rant about magicians, dig into themes, and play a classic little game of Kiss, Marry, Kill with the characters. Why was Jenny and Kathrine's train delayed? What person from David Copperfield do they want to be? What shows have they been attending? What did they give up for lent? If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-03-191h 01Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 56 - Danielle Steel Is The Shein of BooksIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the classics: what makes them classics and which ones they love (and hate) the most. How is Kathrine feeling about Moby Dick? What stories did Jenny and Kathrine's moms tell them growing up that traumatized them? What books do Jenny and Kathrine think will become classics? Listen to find out!If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-03-0453 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 55 - We CookedIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book The Monsters of Templeton by Lauren Groff. It was a book that left them with more questions than answers, but it didn't stop Jenny and Kathrine from overanalyzing the book as usual. Why is Jenny's heater so loud? What sporting event did Jenny and Kathrine go to? How did Kathrine mis-title the book? What should all these characters do to fix their lives? Listen to find out!2025-02-1851 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 54 - Goodreads Is The RateMyProfessor of BooksIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine comb through Goodreads to find the best one-star reviews of books they've both read, then guess which books the reviews are for. What hobby is Kathrine potentially going overboard in? How did Jenny expose herself? How much do Jenny and Kathrine really use spreadsheets? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-02-0259 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 53 - Camel Peacoat ThiefIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book The Overstory by Richard Powers. They explore the themes (it's all trees) and elaborate on what they'd do to make the book better. What happened to Jenny's camel peacoat? What is Kathrine's recent obsession? How do Jenny and Kathrine feel about treehuggers? How many is too many professional volleyball leagues? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2025-01-1952 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 52 - Not The Feel-Good Tier ListIn this 2 year anniversary video episode, Jenny and Kathrine make a tier list ranking every book that they've discussed on the podcast so far. Which books do Jenny and Kathrine disagree on? Why is Kathrine in the depths of despair? Is there a new reading challenge coming?
Listen to find out.
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2025-01-0758 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 51 - Wake Up and Break UpIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book Summer by Edith Wharton. They ponder the themes and ideas of this coming-of-age story while they are together in the same room, which leads to some giggles and laughs. What gift did Kathrine almost not give to Jenny? Why do Jenny and Kathrine love "car interactions" so much? How would Jenny and Kathrine turn Summer into a Christmas movie? Listen to find out!
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2024-12-2942 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 51- Wake Up and Break UpIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book Summer by Edith Wharton. They ponder the themes and ideas of this coming-of-age story while they are together in the same room, which leads to some giggles and laughs. What gift did Kathrine almost not give to Jenny? Why do Jenny and Kathrine love "car interactions" so much? How would Jenny and Kathrine turn Summer into a Christmas movie? Listen to find out!
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2024-12-2557 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 50 - If You Don't Know C. S. Lewis...In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss how their reading grids are going, and give an update on what they've been reading this year. How did Jenny and Kathrine narrowly avoid being shot? When did Jenny look her best? What reading challenge did Kathrine mix up? What should happen to you if you don't know C.S. Lewis? Listen to find out!
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2024-12-1057 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 49 - Taylor Swift, Orhan Pamuk Was There FirstIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book My Name is Red by Orhan Pamuk and question whether or not they think it deserves the Nobel Prize in Literature. How do Jenny and Kathrine feel about Daylight Savings Time? What is the true purpose of art? What advice would Jenny and Kathrine give to Turkish miniaturists? Listen to find out!
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2024-11-2446 min
ECO SPEAKS CLEEco Meet CLE: Open Mic NightSend us a textEco Meet CLE is a gathering of Cleveland's environmental community, organized by the Eco Speaks CLE podcast and friends, to share a beer, have fun, and connect the people and the threads of the exciting work happening in our region. We recorded this episode during our seventh Eco Meet held recently at our favorite watering hole, Great Lakes Brewing Company. This evening featured an "open mic" where people shared news of their work, sought collaborators and promoted opportunities. Ours is a vibrant community with a common denominator: we care about our...2024-11-2154 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 48 - Controversial Take: Loans are BadIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine finally talk about Paradise Lost by John Milton. Or, at least, the first four books in Paradise Lost. What are Jenny and Kathrine's political takes? Which season is Satan's favorite? Who would best portray the voice of God? Listen to find out!
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2024-11-1248 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 47 - You Hate Cannibalism But I Don't Love CannibalismIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine cook up some plots for books that they think they would love, and also some books they’d hate. Honestly, a publisher should give them a call. What is Kathrine’s biggest irrational fear? What genre of books does Jenny hate the most? What Broadway show did Jenny and Kathrine see together? What country do Jenny and Kathrine want to set a book in? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com...2024-10-2949 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 46 - Finger Wags For You (With Amy Smucker)In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are joined by a special guest, Jenny's sister Amy! What animal is Kathrine obsessed with? How do Americans get Thai food wrong? Would Amy ever become a writer? Which conspiracy theories are the best? Listen to find out!
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2024-10-151h 04Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 45 - Maintain 64.2% WonderIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, and how much they have succumbed to adult logic. What happened to Kathrine on her Puerto Rico trip? How has Jenny injured herself? What crazy things did Jenny and Kathrine believe as kids? What happened to the little prince after the story ended? Listen to find out!
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2024-09-301h 04Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 44 - Plymouth RockIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine challenge each other to determine which plot summaries are real, and which they came up with themselves. Who did Jenny know that had a medieval-sounding name? What did Kathrine's dad wear out in public that he should not have? Who was the worst villain that Jenny ever read about? What did Kathrine do to her toe? Listen to find out!
2024-09-1653 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 43 - I Just Want To Be An Educated HaterIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the books Boy and Going Solo by Roald Dahl. Roald Dahl lived an insane life, and Jenny and Kathrine dissect it, noting comparisons to his beloved children's books. How do Jenny and Kathrine come up with all their projects? What trend on Instagram does Jenny hate? What are Jenny and Kathrine's eight rules for friendship? Listen to find out!
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2024-09-0353 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 42 - This Whole Podcast (TM)
In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are major couch coaches as they discuss whether authors should only write about ideas and cultures that they’ve experienced themselves, or how much creative liberty they should take. Who are Jenny and Kathrine’s favorite Olympians? What project is Jenny undertaking right now? What books has Kathrine read that were probably a little problematic? What did Jenny and Kathrine’s professors think that they should be experts in? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.p...2024-08-1957 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 41 - It's Giving...Captain of the Polish Volleyball TeamIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine finally do what they've been teasing for several episodes and talk about East of Eden by John Steinbeck. Why is the character of Kathy so fundamentally evil? What Olympic sport are Jenny and Kathrine obsessed with? What's with Steinbeck writing his own family into this Biblical allegory? What other stories would Jenny and Kathrine like to see written about in this way? Listen to find out!
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2024-08-0559 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 40 - The Reese Witherspoon Hate PodcastIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine yap about their boo-boos for the week and go down every possible bunny trail before talking about what is actually on their discussion guide. What famous literary societies would they love to be a part of? What words does Kathrine not know how to pronounce? Should they go into app development? Listen to find out!
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2024-07-2256 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 39 - Can You Bless Me With Something? Summary Wise PleaseIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn. Themes of government oppression with a fun premise made the book quite enjoyable. What game did Jenny and Kathrine play that led them to reading this book? Why are the girls so tired? Has Jenny ever been a narc? What was Kathrine's latest sewing victory? Listen to find out!
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2024-07-1055 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 38 - Pinkies Up!In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine don't talk about books at all, instead, they yap about all the fun things they've been up to for the past few days. What creature is living in Kathrine's garden? Whose poop would be the least objectionable to scoop? What anime can Jenny and Kathrine not stop watching? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2024-06-2751 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 37 - The Making Fun Of Each Other Podcast
In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine get a little theological and talk about the book Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis. But first, they talk about their most recent obsessions and what’s been going on in their lives. Who did Kathrine meet on the pickleball court? What’s the deal with Jenny and the community center? How would C.S. Lewis respond to Jojo Siwa? Is it prideful to have this podcast? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idio...2024-06-111h 00Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 36 - Volleyball and KidnappingIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss all things collaboration, inspired by an offhand comment in an episode from 6 months ago. What would it be like if John Green and J.K. Rowling wrote a book together? How would Willy Wonka behave in Middle Earth? Could two dragon riders learn to get along? How did Kathrine almost get human trafficked? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2024-05-3048 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 35 - We Don't Wanna Marry Tom BombadilIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine share some exciting news about a new project and also talk about The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien. What new shenanigans are Jenny and Kathrine getting up to? What weird dreams have they been having? Who are their least favorite characters in Lord of the Rings? Listen to find out!
If you have comments, questions, or want to sign up for our riddles, DM us on Instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or email us (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2024-05-141h 08Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 34 - We Are So Sorry!!!In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine begin by apologizing for the disaster that was trying to upload the correct version of the last podcast episode. There was an actual plan for the podcast, but that was thrown by the wayside when Jenny and Kathrine started talking about their new favorite activity: math riddles! How can you get the best deal at the bookstore? What gets wetter the more it dries? Is it possible to mathematically prove that God exists? Listen to find out!
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In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book Jasper Jones by Craig Silvey. Before that, though, they give you a lengthy recap of their trip to New York to watch the eclipse. What did Jenny and Kathrine do just before and just after the eclipse? What is Jenny’s Roman Empire? What happened in the time when Jenny and Kathrine knew each other but weren’t friends yet? What makes Jasper Jones such a great book? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or thro...2024-04-2459 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 32 - YappinIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine suffer from a bad case of the Yaps. Who is Kathrine's favorite character in Fellowship of the Rings? Why is John Quincy Adams cool? Is it a splinter or a sliver? How expensive is dirt, exactly? What would Jesus be like as an F1 driver? Listen to find out.
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2024-04-0350 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 31 - I Give You Permission To Be a BookIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros. They search high and low for a theme and discuss all of the ridiculous character names. How many tropes are in this book? What plot points make absolutely no sense to Jenny? What sports have Jenny and Kathrine been invested in lately? Listen to find out!
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2024-03-1852 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 30 - We Have A Crush On A ChairIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine pitch their ideas for a Young Adult fantasy romance novel. It has all the key elements, a love triangle, magical powers, and a strong female lead. What have Jenny and Kathrine been up to the last few days? What inspired them to come up with a YA book in the first place? What age range is young adult written for anyway? Listen to find out.
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2024-03-0649 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 29 - We're Not TheologiansIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis. Oh wait, no, it's "the stranger in the lifeboat" by Mitch Albom. What would Jenny and Kathrine do if they were trapped on a wind turbine? How long would it take them to believe that some guy on a lifeboat was actually God? How did the Philippines deal with dynamite fishing? What is keeping Jenny from stealing a relic from the shrine of St. Anthony? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots...2024-02-2259 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 28 - Book to Movie Punnett SquareIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss book-to-movie adaptations: the good ones, the bad ones, and the good movies that came from bad books. What would Jenny and Kathrine like to be called when they're grandmas? What is the key to turning a good book into a good movie? What books have we read that would make great movies? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on Instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2024-02-0559 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 27 - We've Been Methusalah-ed
In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver. In the search for the theme of the book, Jenny and Kathrine discuss colonization, mission work, and the discovery of what is essential. What is Kathrine’s newfound hobby? What book element made Jenny feel stupid because she didn’t see it earlier? How does a parrot represent a country? What happened to Jenny’s office? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions, reach out to us on instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup) or through email (idiots.a.soup.p...2024-01-211h 02Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 26 - Learning To SowIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss their book goals for 2024 and talk about what they've been up to for the last two weeks. What basketball player do Jenny and Kathrine have a little crush on? How did Kathrine embarrass herself in front of Jenny's mom? What Filipino classic should you read? Listen to find out.
If you have any comments or questions, DM us (@idiots.alphabet.soup) on Instagram, or email us (idiots.a.soup.podcast@gmail.com).2024-01-0753 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 25 - Meppy ChpistmasIn this special video episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss all of the fun little adventures they've had this Christmas season, and also spend some time talking about their favorite Emily Dickenson poems. What do Jenny and Kathrine want their future kids to be like? How pretentious can a waiter be? How much did Emily Dickenson write about death? Listen to find out!
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2023-12-2744 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 24 - It's Expactful not ImpactfulIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine recap some of the books they read this year that never made it onto the podcast and discuss how they plan to structure their reading next year. Spoiler: you can participate in their reading challenge too! What were the funnest, weirdest, most informative, and best books that Jenny and Kathrine read this year? And why does poo keep coming up? Listen to find out.2023-12-111h 01Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 23 - Take Our AdviceIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book The Ballad of Laurel Springs by Janet Beard. As they do so, they dish out all the sage advice they’ve been saving up in their combined 49 years of life. What should you do if your husband runs away for seven years? How do you find good friends? What show should you watch on Amazon Prime? Listen to find out.2023-11-2857 min
Christian Faith and FictionEpisode 59: New Christian Fiction Books Releasing in July 2021Here are some of the new Christian fiction books releasing in July 2021. I’ve split them into different genres. If you know of any more books, feel free to share them with the community in the comments. Are you planning to read any of these books?
You can comment on the blog post here: https://louallenwriter.wordpress.com/2021/06/25/christian-fiction-books-new-releases-july-2021/
You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/8mHKSmi16LY
Books mentioned:
A Man With a Past by Mary Connealy
The Ice Swan by J’Nell Ciesie...2023-11-1311 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 22 - Don't Quote MeIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss some of their favorite book quotes on topics ranging between feminism (sort of), mathematics (of course), and Alexander the Great. What questions does Jenny ask her fellow grad students? How are secrecy and loneliness related? What's the best way to control another person? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions, reach out on Instagram (@idiots.alphabet.soup)2023-11-131h 00Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 21 - Filipino Spaghetti (with Mae Coyiuto)
In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are joined by Mae Coyiuto, the author of Chloe and the Kaishao Boys. The three of them discuss the “Great Wall”, Filipino food, and how Mae Coyiuto became the first person from the Phillipines to be published by Penguin Teen. What aspects of Filipino culture has Kathrine introduced to Jenny? Could Mae write a story about Jenny and Kathrine with a little bit of magic? Why is Jenny so obsessed with seven league boots? Listen to find out!
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2023-10-3056 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 20 - It’s not a Meme, It’s a Metaphor (with Didi)In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are joined by their energetic young friend Didi. Didi helps Jenny and Kathrine learn the hip slang, and Jenny and Kathrine interrogate Didi about the books she reads. Which Jane Austen character would Didi prefer to kill? What word should Jenny stop using? When did “cuffing season” become a thing? Listen to find out.
2023-10-1553 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 19 - Gotcha Atheists!In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus. They dissect his arguments and his grammar, but also somehow end up talking about snails and Taylor Swift. What does Camus say about Mathematics that gets Jenny fired up? What side of TikTok is Kathrine on? How did Jenny discipline herself into actually finishing the book? Is this book even about Sisyphus? Listen to find out?2023-10-021h 06Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 18 - See The Book, Read The MovieIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine talk about one of their favorite childhood authors, Cornelia Funke. They discuss her work and the movie adaptations that came from it, as well as what they love so much about her writing style. How was Cornelia Funke instrumental in the start of Jenny and Kathrine's friendship? What fictional food would Jenny love to try? How did Kathrine get confused at the cinema? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions for us, DM us on Instagram! (@idiots.alphabet.soup)2023-09-1659 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 17 - A True Account: Jenny and Kathrine Make Fools of Themselves In Front Of A Great Author Recorded By Themselves (with Katherine Howe)In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are joined by bestselling author Katherine Howe to discuss her book Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of An American Dynasty. Katherine shares what stories from the book she found most impactful and gives us an overview of the books she has coming out soon (Spoiler: they all sound pretty cool!) What should every good pirate book have? How does one actually write a book? Who wore the craziest costume to a Vanderbilt party? Listen to find out.
If you have comments or questions for us, DM us on Instagram! (@idiots.alphabet...2023-09-051h 08Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 16 - Shrimp Chip Smoothie
What happens when Jenny and Kathrine plan an episode and then completely disregard their discussion guide the whole time? This episode is what happens. In (some of) this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss what it means to be well read, why it’s important to them to be well read, and how they are working to read more diversely. However, the episode manages to wander all over the place. What is the weirdest food combination Kathrine has eaten? What behavior does Jenny find super pretentious? How did people in Jane Austen times manage to have so much po...2023-08-2057 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 15 - Its Verghese not VargheseIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine discuss the book "The Covenant of Water" by Abraham Verghese. There are many themes to this absolute book of a book, and they bring up as many as they can, including generational growth, motherhood, class divisions, education, and leprosy. What does Jenny do when she encounters a word she doesn't know in a book? What happens when Kathrine gets too invested in a book on the train? What would Kathrine and Jenny's generational stories look like? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions for us, DM us on...2023-08-0759 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 14 - Squashing the Beef (with Emily Smucker)In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are joined by their most slandered listener, Emily Smucker! The three of them discuss Emily's books and her thoughts on book sins, as well as what books they could all write together. Why is Kathrine fun at parties? Why doesn't Emily read books all the way through? What happened at Jenny's birthday party that caused Emily and Kathrine to become friends? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions for us, DM us on Instagram! (@idiots.alphabet.soup)2023-07-2559 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupIdiot's Alphabet Soup - TrailerWelcome to the madness2023-07-1001 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 13 - We're Alcoholics For Each Other
What do you know, Jenny and Kathrine are once again talking about what it means to be human. In this episode, they discuss the book Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. The book has some odd themes in it, and Jenny and Kathrine explore them to death. Could Jenny be friends with a meat-suit robot version of Kathrine? Are robots capable of emotion? Is the sun robot Jesus? What does it really mean to love? Listen to find out!
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2023-07-1058 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 12 - The Orcas are Attacking (with Chelsea Buchiane)Jenny and Kathrine are joined in this episode by their friend Chelsea, who adds her voice to a discussion on how to spend time on hobbies like reading when you live a busy life, among other things. What animals are we terrified of right now? Why are turtles always the good guys? What happens if BeReal goes off while you're recording the poddy? Listen to find out!
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2023-06-2756 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 11 - Attacking the PodcastIn this episode, Jenny and Kathrine are full of complaints. First, it's the tall people at concerts, then as they discuss the book Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari they point out all of the little things that bother them. What animal gets the closest to being human? How do Jenny and Kathrine convince themselves to get up in the morning? What makes humans humans? Listen to find out!
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2023-06-1455 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 10 - Books, It's All Just WordsJenny and Kathrine spend the first half of this episode updating you about what's happening in their exciting lives that are so much better than yours. Then, they discuss what are considered to be the essential parts of stories, and whether or not they can develop a story that subverts this. Which mathematician did Jenny watch walk into a wall? What is the purpose of the mysterious wire in the dolphin tank? What should happen to the shirt that never leaves the thrift store? Listen to find out!
If you have comments or questions for us...2023-05-3057 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 9 - Stop Book CrimeA podcast episode about a book about books! What could be better? In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine review "The Cat Who Saved Books" by Sosuke Natsukawa. In the process, they discuss the mistreatment of books and whether they actually love books or not. Why does Kathrine always dog-ear pages? What did Jenny and Kathrine (sort of) fight about in this episode? Listen to find out.
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2023-05-1458 min
The Stories Between Us183 The Healing Power of Nature in an Anxious WorldToday we're talking with Jennifer Grant, author of the best-selling children's book, Maybe God is Like That Too and Finding Calm in Nature. She talks about all the anxiety kids live with these days--division, sorrow, and loss--and the healing and soothing power of nature. 2023-05-0834 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 8 - Oops, We Have Stuff Going On
Well, this episode didn’t go to plan! After ditching their initial attempt at a podcast idea, Jenny and Kathrine discuss what’s been keeping them busy lately, Jenny’s big birthday weekend, and what they’ve been reading recently. Why does Kathrine feel guilty reading a book about octopus? How are Jenny and Kathrine still adding to their TBR? Why are there Polaroids everywhere, but they’re never used as bookmarks? Listen to find out.
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2023-05-0158 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 7 - Who is the Dorothy of the Family? (with Dorcas Smucker)In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine bring in Dorcas Smucker to talk about her new book Coming Home to Roost. They discuss the personality types of chickens, how to raise children well in a changing world, and the lady priest who didn’t know what Easter was all about. Who is Dorcas Smucker’s favorite child? Why the chicken theme? What does Jenny even study? Listen to find out!
Also, you can buy her book at muddycreekbooks.com or as an Ebook on Amazon!
If you have comments or questions for us, DM us on Instagram! (@idiots.alph...2023-04-161h 00Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 6 - We Are Bridge PeopleIn this shorter episode, Jenny and Kathrine lament the fact that they can’t review Dorcas Smucker’s book, Coming Home to Roost this episode. Instead, they discuss their favorite topic: themselves! Who are Jenny and Kathrine outside of math? What do they even do when they’re together? Why do they try to do so much? Listen to find out!
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2023-04-0443 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 5 - Harper Collins, Call UsWe may be in the presence of two great up-and-coming authors! In this episode, Jenny and Kathrine pass around ideas for the plots of books they could write together. With little-to-no plan for how the episode is going to go, they embark on an adventure of figuring out what happens in the “sock dimension” and the ethical dubiousness of sending a 12-year-old to space. How can an author make a book timeless? What would the ideal book about math look like? Can you apply Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to relationships? Listen to find out.
If...2023-03-1953 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 4 - Spoiler: We're All Going to DieJenny and Kathrine are borderline disrespectful of their elders as they discuss the book Being Mortal by Atul Gawande. How does culture change the way we treat old people? What is the ideal aging experience? How can two best friends rule the nursing home when they are elderly? Listen to find out.
If you have any comments or questions, DM us on Instagram! (@idiots.aphabet.soup)2023-03-0654 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 3 - We're In The Same RoomBattling through weird audio issues (in the first half of the episode), and an absurd number of uses of the word "like" (on Jenny's part especially), Jenny and Kathrine discuss the books that raised them. Or at least, the books they were obsessed with in their childhood. Why were the boxcar children solving mysteries? When is the right age for a kid to start reading? Listen to hear these topics hashed out, more complaints about math, and an analysis of the things Jenny and Kathrine used to imagine as they fell asleep.
If you have comments or...2023-02-1959 minIdiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 2 - Religious AliensIn their first actual book review, Jenny and Kathrine discuss Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. They give a summary of the book, discuss the themes and big ideas, and also pontificate about whether or not aliens could have a moral code (or be religious). Do the SciFi pieces of the book seem plausible? Does MaFi (Math Fiction) exist? Tune in to find out.
If you have comments or questions for us, DM us on Instagram! (@idiots.alphabet.soup)2023-02-041h 01Idiot's Alphabet SoupEpisode 1 - Chaotic IntroductionsJenny and Kathrine introduce themselves, talk about what they look for in books, and go on a little rant about the media's portrayal of mathematics. 2023-01-2249 min
SharpHR Career CornerEpisode#34 - SharpHR Career Corner with The J.M. Smucker CompanyWe talked with Jennifer Hasse from The J.M. Smucker Company and learned more about all the household products that they make including Milk-Bone made right here in Buffalo, NY. We had a great conversation and learned more about the company, the company culture and the positions that they are hiring for right now even just before the holidays. You won't want to miss this conversation.
Contact Information about the positions opened, go to: milkbonebuffalo.com or jmsmucker.com/careers
Introduction by David Bittner, Independent Producer - David Bittner, LLC Music provided by: Konstantin Kasyanov - Rel...2021-12-1321 minThe Stories Between Us111 “Ready, Set…Slow”: A Conversation With Jennifer Dukes LeeToday we have a wonderful conversation with author and editor Jennifer Dukes Lee. She shares her greatest disappointment as a writer, what she’s proudest of, and what she means by growing slow. Check out her new book, Growing Slow: Lessons on Unhurrying Your Heart from an Accidental Farm Girl If you enjoy the podcast, please consider supporting us for a small amount per month over at our Patreon page.2021-08-0636 min
The Storytellers NetworkThe Last Stories Part 1If you could only tell one last story, what story would that be?Each episode, I ask my guest this question. The premise is that we’re all storytellers at our core, and that “last story” would probably be a big deal. Over 54 interviews, I’ve heard a different answer each and every time.Each answer is not only different, but feels different in its nature. It’s been a lot of fun hearing from each storyteller what their “last story” might be, or might look like.In part 1, we hear from seasons 1 and 2 of The S...2018-12-171h 07
Hey YA#22: Hatchet HarderKelly and Eric discuss a disturbing call for censorship in South Carolina, offer up what their YA summer reading list for teens (and adults!) would look like, and discuss YA tie-in books to popular movies and television. Sponsored by The Edge of Over There by Shawn Smucker and The Art of Escaping by Erin Callahan. Hey YA is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, and right here on Book Riot. Show Notes:Notes From My Captivity by Kathy Parks Up To This Pointe by Jennifer Longo2018-07-1154 min