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That Pretentious Book ClubThe OutsidersSend a textWelcome to Season 5 Episode 13 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy come to you (recorded) live from "Girl World" to discuss classic young adult novel The Outsiders, by master-of-her-craft S. E. Hinton. This coming-of-age novel has more than earned its spot in middle and high school reading curriculums, and may just be begging to take up residence on your TBR list this year. With what we are going to call "thought-provoking interruptions" from Wheezy's tiny dragonslayer (assuming those thoughts are about the importance of hiring babysitters), As...
2024-10-281h 29That Pretentious Book ClubMacbethSend a textWelcome to Season 5 Episode 10 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy return for a rousing (and mildly deranged) discussion about none other than the infamous tragedy Macbeth by the bard himself, William Shakespeare -- or as the club may better know him, good ol' Billy Shakes. Join Ash and Kendall as they dive into the spooky, treacherous, and questionably... feminist...?Skippers jump to 26:53Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Macbeth!
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New Money TalksThe Importance of Brand Building: How Kendall Shaw builds 7-figure brands| Kendall Shaw | NMT EP56
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2023-11-151h 30That Pretentious Book ClubThe Night CircusSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 18 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club discusses YA/NA fantasy favorite and listener recommendation,The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. This enigmatic novel is woven together with imagery that practically breathes magic, while the plot offers plenty of material to gush and laugh over. Join the book club for this discussion of Night Circus and follow That Pretentious Book Club on social media.Skippers jump to 19:19Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for t...
2022-10-101h 17That Pretentious Book ClubPhantom of the OperaSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 17 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club is joined by co-host from sister podcast The Scripturient Society for Writers, Karissa Harlow (AKA Katherine, AKA Lewis) to discuss Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux in honor of the official start of spooky read season! This dark, operatic novel weaves together a tale of twisted romance, obsession, and the intoxicating power of music - while still providing plenty of fodder for the hosts to laugh over. Join the book club as the hosts discuss this read o...
2022-10-032h 00That Pretentious Book ClubFalling KingdomsSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 16 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club is joined by long-lost pod-nurse Haleigh to cover a personal recommendation, Falling Kingdoms by Morgan Rhodes. This YA Fantasy offers an intoxicating combination of game of thrones intensity vibes with all the fast-paced young adult fantasy elements we love - and you've never heard it discussed by more passionate hosts. From ship wars to EXTREMELY questionable love interests, the debate rages on - and in cloaks too. Join the hosts as they find plenty to laugh about after t...
2022-09-262h 11That Pretentious Book ClubNicole Lesperance - The DepthsSend a textWelcome to a bonus interview episode with author Nicole Lesperance! In this episode Ash (AKA Wheezy), chats with author Nicole Lesperance about her brand-new gothic YA with strong fantasy-horror vibes, The Depths. This book takes all the elements of ghosty gothic fiction that Wheezy is obsessed with and sets it on a mysterious tropical island with imagery so vivid you can practically smell the flowers. Suffice it to say, this was a read Ash could not put down, and is definitely joining both her lists of favorite books and soon-to-be-read-again books.
2022-09-2226 minThat Pretentious Book ClubGreat ExpectationsSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 15 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers long-awaited and much-dreaded (at least by Wheezy) classic, Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. If you've visited the club a time or two, you probably know that this author has acted as the inciting (and only) real source of conflict between the hosts, with one believing this author to be one of the greatest writers of all time, with the other believes he is unnecessarily long-winded at best. Join the hosts as they find plenty to laugh and f...
2022-09-191h 47That Pretentious Book ClubLeven Thumps and the Gateway to FooSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 14 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers middle-grade favorite Leven Thumps and the Gateway to Foo by Obert Skye - a book recommendation from Dr. Spoons Palermo herself! Vacillating wildely from aggressively whimsical to alarmingly grim, this is a read that adults can enjoy just as much as their inner child. Join the hosts as they find plenty to laugh about in this book club coverage of Leven Thumps and then Gateway to Foo. Skippers jump to 11:15Pour yo...
2022-09-121h 11That Pretentious Book ClubTreasure IslandSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 13 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers dubious classic Treasure Island by famous author Robert Louis Stephenson. From thorough comparisons to the different media adaptations of this well-known story to critical character analyses and whole breadth of completely nonsensical opinions, the hosts find plenty to laugh about in this book club coverage of Treasure Island. Skippers jump to 16:45Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Treasure Island.
2022-09-051h 47That Pretentious Book ClubBrooklynSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 12 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers the beautiful novel well-known for its equally beautiful movie adaptation, Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín. Set in the 1950s, when young Irish woman Eilis Lacey ventures to America in search of work for herself and her family, her life changes in ways she never could have expected, but leaving home behind is harder than she thought. While the hosts themselves may be particularly deranged this episode, their takeaways from the book are as potent as ever. Join...
2022-08-291h 57That Pretentious Book ClubAnne of Green GablesSend a textWelcome to Season 4 Episode 11 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers beloved favorite Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery. This Canadian classic has captured the hearts and minds of the cottage-core lovers long before the term came into existence. Join the hosts as they find plenty to adore and laugh about it in this soul-sweet novel.Skippers jump to 22:00Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Anne of Green Gables.
2022-08-221h 50That Pretentious Book ClubMidnight for Charlie Bone (Children of the Red King, #1)Send a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #10 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers listener-recommendation Midnight for Charlie Bone, the first book in the Children of the Red King series by Jenny Nimmo. This middle-grade urban fantasy offers strong Harry Potter vibes with a quick, snappy writing style that keeps the plot moving for a quick read you can't put down. A great choice to recommend to any middle grade reader or lover of middle grade fiction, this is a book Wheezy would have been obsessed with as a twelve-year-old. Join t...
2022-08-151h 02That Pretentious Book ClubThe Importance of Being EarnestSend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #9 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers all-time favorite and one of the most objectively hilarious plays ever written, The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde. This truly hysterical three-act play is rife with satire and vibrant yet nonsensical characters that make for what feels like a completely frivolous and yet deeply clever story both on the page and on the stage. Join the hosts as they discuss the merits of a cult dedicated to Oscar Wilde and all the bookish comedy bestowed by h...
2022-08-081h 06That Pretentious Book ClubInkheartSend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #8 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers childhood-favorite Inkheart by Cornelia Funke. This famous middle-grade fantasy originally written in German is a world-renowned children's tale rife with danger, magic, and adventure - the likes of which has never been seen in a children's fantasy book before. Join the hosts as they gush, fangirl, and laugh about all of things thatmake this read a scholastic book fair and all-time favorite.Skippers jump to 13:50 Pour yourself a cup of tea, r...
2022-08-011h 27That Pretentious Book ClubThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (The Chronicles of Narnia, #1)Send a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #7 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers listener recommendation and all-time favorite, The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. This first book in The Chronicles of Narnia series remains one of the most beloved stories for children and adults alike, from magical fantasy lands to surprising allies, complex sibling relationships and more, this story offers layers and layers of meaning - as well as plenty to laugh about (at least if you're the hosts). Join the hosts as they step th...
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BAD Marketing Podcast with Eddie Maalouf26: High School Dropshipper to building Elite Brands by 22 - Kendall ShawKendall Shaw (young ecomm legend, co-founder of ARC) at just 22 years old, has grown many ecomm brands to multiple 7-figures and above. In the past, he has run his own Marketing Agency and grown many of his own dropshipping and ecomm brands.Now, he runs ARC (Automated Retail Commerce) with his business partner, Robert J. Miller (our upcoming guest for episode 29). ARC is a business development firm that creates ecomm brands from scratch, to provide investors direct exposure to the growing online DTC market. With just a $40k investment, an investor can start their partnership...
2022-07-181h 36That Pretentious Book ClubThe Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie SocietySend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #6 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers listener recommendation The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. This epistolary novel reads like the wind, full to the brim of sparkling wit, vivid characters, and themes of recovery and growth following extreme adversity - in this case, World War II. Set in England following the war, this book offers a beautifully aesthetic-yet-realistic view of post-war London and the channel islands, offering insight into the German occupation the way i...
2022-07-181h 21That Pretentious Book ClubA Midsummer Night's DreamSend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #5 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers a favorite of many by William Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night's Dream. From short girl power to utterly absurd conflict premises and fangirling over these fae in particular, this story has plenty to offer - even to Shakespeare skeptics. Join the hosts as they dive into this ridiculous and whimsical play, finding plenty to laugh about in this authentically comedic comedy.Skippers jump to 20:12Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a p...
2022-07-111h 03That Pretentious Book ClubIngoSend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #4 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, the club covers Wheezy's all-time favorite book, Ingo by Helen Dunmore! This story offers an extremely unique take on mermaids, not to mention coastal cottage core vibes and sea VS earth magic it's hard not to be obsessed with. Join the hosts as they dive into this middle-grade favorite, obsessing over how beautifully written it is, and reveling in the darker aspects of mer culture and the intensely relatable human experience that make this book so impossible to put down.
2022-07-041h 16That Pretentious Book ClubLaura Brooke Robson - The Sea Knows My NameSend a textWelcome to a bonus interview episode with author Laura Brooke Robson! In this episode Ash (AKA Wheezy), chats with author Laura Brooke Robson about her brand-new YA fantasy The Sea Knows My Name. From truly exquisite worldbuilding to breathtakingly relatable themes and characters, this book is definitely joining Wheezy's list of favorite books. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this special author interview!Find us on social media @thatpretentiousbookclubFollow Laura on her website and social m...
2022-06-3030 minThat Pretentious Book ClubJohnny TremainSend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #3 of That Pretentious Book Club! In honor of the 4th of July, in this episode the book club is thrilled to be covering Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes. An all-time favorite of Spoons, and a classic middle grade read many of you may remember from school, this book contains a vivid cast of characters in a coming-of-age story that manages to present an inside view of the life of an apprentice just before the beginning of the revolutionary war. Join the hosts as they debate the merits of g...
2022-06-271h 55That Pretentious Book ClubThe Name of the StarSend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #2 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode the book club is present and accounted for to discuss The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson. This listener recommendation and a favorite of Wheezy's has everything you want in a paranormal YA mystery - plus Jack the Ripper lore! Join the hosts as they discuss the possible existence of blue chickens and what it is about true crime that is just so fascinating, plus all the other fantastical ghosty elements that make this book such a gripping read.
2022-06-201h 31That Pretentious Book ClubNorthanger AbbeySend a textWelcome to Season #4 Episode #1 of That Pretentious Book Club! In true TPBC fashion, the hosts kick off Season 4 of this bookish comedy podcast with another classic by Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey. From a review of Austen's most insufferable male characters to what it is exactly that makes the tone of this book so different, the hosts find plenty to laugh, love, and gasp about. Join the club as Spoons and Wheezy fawn over and summarize Northanger Abbey, offering their unique insight into everything that makes this book so remarkable.
2022-06-131h 24That Pretentious Book ClubSeason 3 Hiatus AnnouncementSend a textWelcome club members and new listeners alike!This week That Pretentious Book Club is on hiatus to celebrate the end of Season 3! Don't miss us too much though, we'll be back next week to start off Season 4 in true TPBC tradition with another Jane Austen classic, - Northanger Abbey! Until then, check out our sister podcast for writers - The Scripturient Society - and enjoy catching up on any missed episodes. Reach out on social media @thatpretentiousbookclub to let us know which books you liked (or hated) the most from...
2022-06-0600 minThat Pretentious Book ClubFallenSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #22 of That Pretentious Book Club! In the last episode of Season 3, the hosts fly upon uncertain wings into a fan-favorite of the YA supernatural romance genre, Fallen by Lauren Kate. An episode packed with violent outbursts of laughter at all the wonderful and ICONIC elements of this genre and the book in general, Spoons and Wheezy find plenty to discuss about this very 2009 angel romance. Join the club as the hosts battle over good-boy-vs-bad-boy (with a twist) and debate the gap between hot YA character and hot YA c...
2022-05-301h 58That Pretentious Book ClubFahrenheit 451Send a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #21 of That Pretentious Book Club! This week the hosts summarize one of Wheezy's all-time favorite reads - Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. This disturbingly relatable dystopian defines the science fiction genre, and sparks plenty of intellectual (and not so intellectual discourse) in this second-to-last episode of season 3. Join the club as the hosts discuss all the overstimulating media, excellent points made by villains, and hope/despair that can be taken from this classic sci-fi read.Skippers jump to 21:15Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a...
2022-05-231h 43That Pretentious Book ClubThat Pretentious Book Club - TRAILERSend a textIf you love books, laughter, and witty ladies drinking tea (and whiskey), this is the podcast for you. From classics like Pride and Prejudice and the Great Gatsby to modern day should-be-classics like Percy Jackson, Twilight, and more, this comedy book club podcast has everything a book lover could want.That Pretentious Book Club is a bookish comedy podcast produced by Story Sirens' Studio.Find all the books we read on TPBC and more by shopping at https://bookshop.org/shop/storysirensstudio to support...
2022-05-2001 minThat Pretentious Book ClubTwilightSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #20 of That Pretentious Book Club! You read it right, folks. In this episode Spoons and Wheezy leap with unbridled fervor into the YA paranormal romance that changed the face of the genre forever, as well as shaping the social and entertainment lives of two enthusiastic sixth graders in very different ways - you guessed it (and also because you read it in the title already); this episode is all about Twilight by Stephanie Meyer. Join the club as the hosts discuss all the cathartic angst, hilarity, and more co...
2022-05-162h 09That Pretentious Book ClubJude the ObscureSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #19 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the absolute rollercoaster that is Jude the Obscure by Thomas Hardy. This listener recommendation prompts hilarious and even disturbing discussions ranging from everything between ecclesiastical stonemasonry and cousin lovers. Join the club as the hosts discuss all there is to love - and be horrified by - in this admittedly compelling classic. Skippers jump to 23:33Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of J...
2022-05-091h 41That Pretentious Book ClubThe Woman in the WindowSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #18 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Wheezy takes on the club all by her lonesome (don't worry - the good doctor will return next episode per usual) for the gasp-inducing thriller that is The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn. Also well known for its gripping Netflix adaptation, there is so much to overanalyze and puzzle out in this deeply classic representation of the thriller genre, despite not being a classic at all. Join Ash as she gets lost in her own words just a...
2022-05-0257 minThat Pretentious Book ClubA Tree Grows in BrooklynSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #17 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy leap into the classic novel by Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. Highly sentimental yet gritty in its realism, this novel is a beautiful and inspiring story of an Irish-American family finding their footing in the early 1900s. Join the hosts as they vacillate wildly from despair, hope, and adoration for these characters, while finding plenty of nonsense and sunburns to laugh about along the way.Skippers jump to 20:43 Pour yourself a c...
2022-04-251h 22That Pretentious Book ClubIlluminaeSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #16 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy leap into the amazing YA sci-fi epistolary novel Illuminae (The Illuminae Files #1) by incomparably brilliant authors Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff. Spoiler alert - the hosts LOVED this book. Join the club as they recount the worst natural disasters they've survived, catch feelings for a computer, and overall GUSH about one of the most unique and exciting stories they've read in a long time.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join th...
2022-04-181h 38That Pretentious Book ClubDublinersSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #15 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy explore the evocatively human short stories collected in Dubliners by James Joyce! There really was no one like James for presenting all the beauty and melancholy of reality in the most relatable yet somehow alien ways possible. If you're looking for ambience, between the nighttime crickets in the background and the shockingly on-topic discussion of this week's read, this episode is for you.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the c...
2022-04-111h 32That Pretentious Book ClubFablehavenSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #14 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy dive into of the most fun book recommendations yet, Fablehaven by Brandon Mull! This upper middle grade fantasy follows the exciting, delightful, and dangerous introduction of siblings Kendra and Seth to a world of magical havens their unpredictable inhabitants. Join the hosts as they laugh their way through this absolutely wild adventure.Pour yourself a cup of milk, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Fablehaven.Skippers jump to 17:40
2022-04-0454 minThat Pretentious Book ClubPersuasionSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #13 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy return to club-favorite and beloved author Jane Austen for their take on/experience reading Persuasion. If you're feeling nostalgic for the chaos of the pod's early days, this episode is for you! The hosts have plenty to say about just about everything - this week's book included!Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Persuasion. Skippers jump to 47:00Find this episode's b...
2022-03-281h 14That Pretentious Book ClubThe SelectionSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #12 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by special guest and Podcast Astrologist Katherine for The Selection by Kiera Cass. A series known for its iconic ballgown covers and unique plot similar to that of the The Bachelorette, this week's reading selection is a fan-favorite for many lovers of Young Adult romantic fantasy.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of The Selection.Skippers jump to 18:21Find t...
2022-03-211h 28That Pretentious Book ClubThe Tenant of Wildfell HallSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #11 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy round out their Brontë sisters TBR with The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by none other than Anne Brontë. This gripping epistolary drama was surprising in a myriad of ways, earning high praise from both hosts who found plenty to adore and laugh about within a seriously intense cast of characters - some abhorrent and insipid, while others are delightfully inspiring.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this dis...
2022-03-141h 16That Pretentious Book ClubRoyal Street (The Sentinels of New Orleans, Book #1)Send a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #10 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss one of Ash's favorite new-adult urban fantasy series of all times - The Sentinels of New Orleans, starting with Book #1, Royal Street by Suzanne Johnson. From roguishly charming undead pirates to obnoxiously bureaucratic wizard councils, this book has it all, with the added bonus of being set in New Orleans, giving the book even more color, character, and excitement than it would have anywhere else.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a...
2022-03-071h 03That Pretentious Book ClubAdventures of Huckleberry FinnSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #9 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss all-time favorite Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. The wit and humor in this beloved classic outshine even the delightful comedy of the hosts themselves, as they fawn over the literary darling that is Huckleberry and the important themes Twain was such an expert at communicating both in his time and ours.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Adventures of Huckleberry...
2022-02-281h 21That Pretentious Book ClubThe Fairy-Tale DetectivesSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #8 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy are joined by host of sister podcast The Scripturient Society Karissa Harlow for a nostalgic throwback to middle-grade favorite The Fairy-Tale Detectives, book one in the Sisters Grimm series by Michael Buckley. If you loved Scholastic book fairs, cup stacking, and other middle grade things, this episode is bound to unlock some core memories for the little reader in each of us. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the c...
2022-02-211h 28That Pretentious Book ClubRomeo and JulietSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #7 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's special Valentine's Day episode, Spoons and Wheezy cover the story that practically defined the star-crossed lovers trope, Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. Join the hosts as they respectively adore and detest this story, making it the perfect episode for Valentine's Day romantics and anti-romantics alike! Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Romeo and Juliet.Skippers jump to 15:49Find this episode's book and...
2022-02-141h 25That Pretentious Book ClubLegendSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #6 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy cover bookstore favorite, Legend by Marie Lu. This YA dystopian flooded the shelves back in 2011, instantly becoming a popular choice for young adult and middle grade readers. Join the hosts as they joke their way through this iconic novel! Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Legend.Skippers jump to Find this episode's book and more by shopping at ...
2022-02-071h 21That Pretentious Book ClubThe Fellowship of the RingSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #5 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy cover the first book in the world-famous The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring. From discussions ranging from birthday etiquette to various Middle Earth fantasies, this episode has something for every LOTR lover - or for anyone new to the series! Pour yourself a mug of ale, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of The Fellowship of the Ring. S...
2022-01-311h 54That Pretentious Book ClubIf We Were VillainsSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #4 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss a new favorite (and the first book reviewed by the pod to receive over 5 pinkies up from Ash), If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio. This New Adult thriller-meets-mystery-meets-play-meets-drama is impeccably written, and draws from Shakespeare as a primary source of inspiration. In fact, the author's way of weaving the bard's words into this drama set primarily in 1997 may make you consider giving his works another try. Recorded remotely, this episode jumps right in t...
2022-01-241h 19That Pretentious Book ClubThe Hunchback of Notre DameSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #3 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by Pod-Katherine/Lewis/Karissa Harlow, host of The Scripturient Society, to discuss The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo. About as dissimilar from the beloved Disney movie as can be, this book is shocking in a variety of ways. Chocked full of wit, laughter, and - quite frankly - horror, this is a great episode to listen to even if you have no plans to read this behemoth of a novel....
2022-01-171h 58That Pretentious Book ClubThe Hunger GamesSend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #2 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy cover the genre-defining YA dystopian favorite, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. A story we all know and love, the hosts have plenty to say about the plot, characters, and their own personal experiences being middle grade fans when the books came out. Recorded remotely due to illness, the audio in this episode + Wheezy's voice is extra special.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion...
2022-01-101h 30That Pretentious Book ClubSense and SensibilitySend a textWelcome to Season #3 Episode #1 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy kick off Season 3 of That Pretentious Book Club with another classic by Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility! This book has it all, from duels and coxcombs to surprising romances, this story is arguably one of Austen's most intense. Don't think for a moment though that the hosts won't find a way to make something silly out of it.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion...
2022-01-031h 00That Pretentious Book ClubSeason 2 Hiatus AnnouncementSend a textWelcome club members and new listeners alike!Due to some scheduling obstacles, That Pretentious Book Club will be taking their Season 2 hiatus a week early! For those of you expecting Alice and Wonderland, don't worry - the podcast is working on a reschedule for it. Come back next week for the first episode of Season 3, Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen! Until then, enjoy catching up on any missed episodes, check out our Patreon, and reach out on social media @thatpretentiousbookclub to let us know which book you liked (or...
2021-12-2700 minThat Pretentious Book ClubA Story Sirens Studio Company Christmas PartySend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #21 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this first-ever Christmas special from Story Sirens Production Studio, sister podcasts That Pretentious Book Club and The Scripturient Society team up for the most bookish company Christmas party of all time! Absolutely chocked full of laughter and silliness, this episode is made to fill the void that every super-lame-company-holiday-party has left in its wake. From silly games to a truly wild game of bingo, this episode has got something to satisfy everyone's humor.Pour yourself a mimosa (or some eggnog...
2021-12-201h 19That Pretentious Book ClubA Christmas CarolSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #20 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined again by Holiday-Fox Lexi Potter for this long-awaited discussion of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens! Join the book club as Ash is finally subjected to her least favorite author, and the hosts discuss all-things Christmas, from fun traditions to remembering what's important this season, this sassy episode is particularly comical and a great listen for anyone who wants to be further immersed in the holiday season. Pour yourself a cup of...
2021-12-131h 43That Pretentious Book ClubHarry Potter and the Sorcerer's StoneSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #19 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the book that forever changed the topography of middle grade/YA fiction, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling. Arguably both a Halloween and Christmas book, this read felt like the perfect choice for the season and the hosts manage plenty of mischief in this particularly peppy episode. Pour yourself a mug of butterbeer, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's...
2021-12-061h 30That Pretentious Book ClubLittle WomenSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #18 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the beloved classic Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. Dedicated to Ash's grandmother, this episode truly runs the gamut; from surprising musical breaks to real-life ghost stories and more, the hosts were thrilled to ring in the holiday season with this all-time favorite.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Little Women.Skippers jump to 23:22Find this episode's book...
2021-11-291h 44That Pretentious Book ClubSword of the Seven SinsSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #17 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this super special episode Spoons and Wheezy were thrilled to interview New York Times best-selling author Emily Colin, author of The Memory Thief, The Dream Keeper's Daughter, and more to discuss the first book of her young adult series, Sword of the Seven Sins. With conversation ranging from the importance of art to Emily's background with life, writing, and publishing, and even to a debate over where Emily and the TPBC hosts would fall in a dystopian world like that of this n...
2021-11-221h 58That Pretentious Book ClubThe HobbitSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #16 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by Tolkien-super-fan Caleb (also Ash's brother), as they chat about all things The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. From recollections of college and the major author course Caleb and Ash shared about none other than Tolkien himself, to a one-sided debate about Thorin Oakenshield's validity as a hero, this episode has a little bit of everything an LOTR, Hobbit, Silmarillion, and Tolkien fan is looking for.Pour yourself a tankard of mead...
2021-11-151h 52That Pretentious Book ClubThe Darkest MindsSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #15 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy are joined by none other than host of sister podcast The Scripturient Society, Karissa Harlow! It's only fitting that Karissa would join them for this episode, since this week's discussion focuses entirely on her all-time favorite book, The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken. These book nerds are not shy about their love for a certain telekinetic character, and find plenty of things to laugh about in this otherwise intense story. Pour yourself a cup of...
2021-11-082h 15That Pretentious Book ClubLord of the FliesSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #14 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy bust out the adult beverages to discuss a famous psychological thriller that has earned a permanent place on school reading lists around the world, Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A particularly silly episode to balance the intensity of the book itself, there's something for everyone who has ever read or even avoided reading this classic novel.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of...
2021-11-011h 39That Pretentious Book ClubMagic LessonsSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #13 of That Pretentious Book Club!In this haunting Halloween episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the thrilling prequel to the Practical Magic series, Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman, in which readers get to meet Maria Owens and see how the famous Owens' curse came to be. From debate over the most suitable familiar if they were witches, to long-held rage against the puritans, this lively episode has all the witch-meets-cottage-core vibes a bookish fiend could long for. Pour yourself a cup of courage tea, raise a pinky...
2021-10-251h 51That Pretentious Book ClubDraculaSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #12 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this special Halloween episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by Lexi Potter for a discussion of Dracula by Bram Stoker! With discussions of fox adoption, Kendall's ever-present Keanu obsession, and of course a passionate summary of Dracula itself, this episode is a great way to ring in the spooky season! Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Dracula.Skippers jump to 17:36Find this episode's book and m...
2021-10-181h 49That Pretentious Book ClubFirekeeper's DaughterSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #11 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Ash and Kendall use humor and thoughtful discussion to dive into Firekeeper's Daughter, a popular New Adult thriller by Angeline Boulley. This book is intense, original, and artfully touches on themes relevant to the overall human experience while at the same time highlighting the unique elements of the culture and community among Native American tribes in the United States. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Firekeeper's Daughter.
2021-10-111h 45That Pretentious Book ClubThe Threat BelowSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #10 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this super special episode Spoons and Wheezy interview none other than the author ofThe Threat Below - J.S. Latshaw. This episode is a little different than normal in its structure, starting out with the banter and summary that we all love, before ending on a fun and in-depth interview with the charming and insightful author himself. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of and interview with the author of T...
2021-10-041h 38That Pretentious Book ClubThe Scarlet LetterSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #9 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Wheezy come to terms with her love for tacos, Spoons tests out some new Boston/New England/English accents, and also they talk about the famous classic novel, The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of The Scarlet Letter.Skippers jump to 35:26 Find this episode's book and more by shopping at https://bookshop.org/shop/storysirensstudio ...
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F*ck It, Delegate ItEP 7: Delegate Your Way into a 7-Figure Business with Kendall ShawNow an owner of multiple companies generating a total of 7 figures annually, 21-year old entrepreneur Kendall Shaw has been making big waves in the online space and shows no signs of stopping. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the heart and mind of this young entrepreneur as he brings us along his journey from dropping out of college, to starting his own company, to making his first million. Your hosts and Kendall also discuss delegation strategies that will scale your business and share some invaluable advice on starting, running, and growing your business. ...
2021-09-221h 14That Pretentious Book ClubMy Lovely WifeSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #8 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the truly terrifying true-crime suspense novel that is My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing. Between discussing the merits of true crime fiction/podcasts/tv and Ash confusing the most basic words, there's a lot to relate to/laugh at in this episode depending on how dark you like your humor. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of My Lovely Wife.Skippers jump to...
2021-09-201h 26That Pretentious Book ClubDon QuixoteSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #7 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy laugh their way into one of the first modern novels, a comedy that has truly stood the test of time despite the absurd length of the book itself, Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. Rife with chaos thanks in part to Kendall's cat Juicebox, Don Quixote's own book-induced madness, and the hosts themselves, this slightly-shorter-than-usual episode is ready to give your day a pick-me-up. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join t...
2021-09-131h 04That Pretentious Book ClubSix of CrowsSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #6 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this TPBC episode Ash and Kendall are joined by none other than Into the Fold - a grishaverse podcast hosted by special guests Geoff and Julianna! These hosts truly bring the nonsense for this discussion of Six of Crows by beloved author Leigh Bardugo. With conversation ranging from mermaid Christmas trees to a mutually alarming adoration for Kaz Brekker, the hosts find plenty to chat about in this super special episode. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, an...
2021-09-062h 20That Pretentious Book ClubJane EyreSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #5 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by two very special guests as they dive into the thrilling and possibly most-impossible-to-put-down classic, Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. With a unicorn collection of four English lit majors with their own unique opinions on this novel, the insight shared in this episode is at times deeply fascinating and extremely ridiculous. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Jane Eyre.Skippers ju...
2021-08-301h 35That Pretentious Book ClubThe Picture of Dorian GraySend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #4 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this first-ever remotely recorded episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the masterpiece that is The Picture of Dorian Gray by all-time favorite author Oscar Wilde. From the low-down on Ash's mermaid retreat to personal anecdotes of the hosts' exploits in Dublin (including being inexplicably attacked by Irish children), and unbridled adoration for Wilde's comic genius, it's safe to say the hosts find plenty to talk about both on and off-topic.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join t...
2021-08-231h 39That Pretentious Book ClubA Court of Thorns and RosesSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #3 of That Pretentious Book Club! Spoons and Wheezy are joined by darling guest and fellow writer Karissa (AKA Katherine) Harlow in this super special and hypothetically-much-anticipated episode on A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. The trio slides quickly from debate over the hottest Disney prince/villain and tales from introverted college life to in-depth discussions regarding their love (and hatred) for this spicy favorite of faerie romance and fantasy lovers.Pour yourself a cup of anything but faerie wine, raise a pinky, an...
2021-08-162h 11That Pretentious Book ClubSerpent and DoveSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #2 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss popular enemies-to-lovers YA fantasy, Serpent and Dove by Shelby Mahurin. In this truly chaotic episode, the hosts debate everything from the legitimacy of Ash's main-character-syndrome and the appeal of star-crossed lovers to what a trope looks like when it's done well. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Serpent and Dove.Skippers jump to 24:32 Find this episode's book and more b...
2021-08-091h 55That Pretentious Book ClubEmmaSend a textWelcome to Season #2 Episode #1 of That Pretentious Book Club! In the first episode of Season 2, Spoons and Wheezy are thrilled to discuss the snootiest-of-literary-masterpieces - Emma by Jane Austen. From club updates and exciting plans for the new season to in-depth and philosophical discussions about whether Emma and Mr. Knightly are too siblingish for romance, this episode marks a triumphant return from the club's seasonal hiatus.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Emma.Skippers jump to 18:40
2021-08-021h 30That Pretentious Book ClubSeason 1 Hiatus AnnouncementSend a textWelcome club members and new listeners alike!Spoons and Wheezy just want to remind everyone that That Pretentious Book Club is taking a one-week hiatus to celebrate the end of Season 1! Come back next week for the first episode of Season 2, Emma by Jane Austen, and until then enjoy catching up on any missed episodes, check out our Patreon, and reach out on social media to let us know which book you liked (or hated) the most from this season!As always, lots of love to everyone in That Pretentious...
2021-07-2600 minThat Pretentious Book ClubClockwork AngelSend a textWelcome to Season #1 Episode #22 of That Pretentious Book Club! In the last episode of That Pretentious Book Club's first season, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the lightly steampunk fantasy masterpiece that is Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare. From romantic leads that are exactly equal in their irresistibility to insanely compelling characters, it's hard to not to fall in love with this book, especially one throuple in particular. If you're looking for a beautifully crafted fast-paced fantasy set in 1800s London, this is the book - and the episode - for you. Po...
2021-07-191h 51That Pretentious Book ClubThe War of the WorldsSend a textWelcome to Episode #21 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss The War of the Worlds by potentially-quite-stuck-up father of science fiction, H.G. Wells. From conversation about unnecessarily healthy babysitting snacks to debating the merits of causing a scene, the hosts definitely don't stray off topic at all as they take on this early piece of science fiction, complete with alien invasions and mass panic. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of The War of the W...
2021-07-121h 31That Pretentious Book ClubNine Perfect StrangersSend a textWelcome to Episode #20 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are finally back in their own studio and ready to discuss the gripping psychological thriller that is Nine Perfect Strangers by New York Times Bestselling Author Liane Moriarty. Join the hosts as they do their best (and worst) Australian accents, discuss the pains of never-drying nail polish, and debate what meal would be given to them at Tranquillium House if they were to attend a spooky health retreat like the nine perfect strangers did.Pour yourself a...
2021-07-051h 44That Pretentious Book ClubAnything for BillySend a textWelcome to Episode #19 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this very special episode Spoons introduces the club to her long-deceased boyfriend, the infamous Billy the Kid. In this fast-paced, beautifully crafted Western by award-winning writer Larry McMurtry, readers get an inside look at the life and psyche of one fictional iteration of one of U.S. history's most mythologized non-fictional outlaws. Pour yourself a cup of tea (or a glass of whiskey), raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Anything for Billy.Skippers jump t...
2021-06-281h 22That Pretentious Book ClubHouse of Salt and SorrowsSend a textWelcome to Episode #18 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this very nautical episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss favorite drinks, mermaid-ing, and most importantly the horror-fantasy masterpiece that is House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig. In this re-telling of the twelve dancing princesses fairytale, Craig expertly weaves tragedy, magic, and romance into one truly terrifying and utterly mind-bending story. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of House of Salt and Sorrows.Skippers jump to 18:50 F...
2021-06-211h 50That Pretentious Book ClubWuthering HeightsSend a textWelcome to Episode #17 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this somewhat echoey episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the merits of social media, origins of the word waifu, and whether or not Heathcliff truly can be called a romantic lead. From wuthering moors to a cast of intense characters that make you wonder who you're supposed to root for, this book presents a truly wild and somewhat disturbing ride.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Wuthering Heights.Skippers j...
2021-06-141h 34That Pretentious Book ClubThe Raven BoysSend a textWelcome to Episode #16 of That Pretentious Book Club! Spoons and Wheezy are thrilled to invite you to their discussion of YA fantasy favorite The Raven Boys by author Maggie Stiefvater! From comparisons to popular anime characters and adoration of old muscle cars, to fangirling over each and every one of the Aglionby boys, this particularly nerdy episode has something for every YA fantasy fan. The hosts are joined in this episode by special (and noisy) guest Shaylee the Great Dane, accompanied by her very real fear of storms. Pour yourself a...
2021-06-071h 28That Pretentious Book ClubThe Scarlet PimpernelSend a textWelcome to Episode #15 of That Pretentious Book Club! Join Spoons and Wheezy as they share personal stories of gastrointestinally complicated pet adoptions, painful accents, and - of course - discussions of the The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy! If you like stories set against the backdrop of the French revolution, clandestine spies, romance, and himbos, this is the classic for you. Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of The Scarlet Pimpernel.Skippers jump to 22:13 Find this e...
2021-05-311h 27That Pretentious Book ClubThe Lightning ThiefSend a textWelcome to Episode #14 of That Pretentious Book Club! Join Spoons and Wheezy as they revisit a childhood (and current) favorite: Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief! Topics of conversation include: the origin of the endearment "Uncle Rick," blue food, and why boxy car models are superior. Pour yourself a cup of nectar, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of The Lightning Thief.Skippers jump to 28:25Find this episode's book and more by shopping at https://bookshop.org/shop/storysirensstudio to...
2021-05-241h 48That Pretentious Book ClubDo Androids Dream of Electric SheepSend a textWelcome to Episode #13 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this week's episode, Ash and Kendall cover that timeless sci-fi classic, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? which was the loose inspiration for Blade Runner. Of course, the convo doesn't end there. Enjoy as our hosts cover such important topics as misogyny TikTok, the importance of fiction, and why comedy/action is the best genre of film.Pour yourself a cup of tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
2021-05-171h 56That Pretentious Book ClubTiger's CurseSend a textWelcome to Episode #12 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode (recorded too late at night not to be a little silly), Spoons and Wheezy jump straight into the adventure, passion, and baby spice that is Tiger's Curse by Colleen Houck. From Indian mythology to tragic curses and adventure scenes that could put Indiana Jones to shame, this book was hard to put down. While the hosts found the love interests (one in particular) absolutely infuriating, this bestselling story full of magic, romance, and handsome tigers was well worth the read.
2021-05-101h 53That Pretentious Book ClubThe Queen's GambitSend a textWelcome to Episode #11 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy settle in to discuss the book which inspired popular Netflix series by the same name, The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis. The hosts discuss everything from cappucinos versus fries to the artful way Tevis represented the experience of childhood, puberty, and adulthood of chess prodigy and master, Beth Harmon. With very special and somewhat loud apperances from Ash's catsPour yourself a cup of tea (or something stronger - in moderation of course), raise a pinky, a...
2021-05-031h 42That Pretentious Book ClubWink Poppy MidnightSend a textWelcome to Episode #10 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy step into popular YA thriller Wink Poppy Midnight by April Genevieve Tucholke. From conniving high schoolers to lovesick heroes and a plot that seems to bend the rules of reality without ever stepping outside the lines, it's hard to tell which way is up in this intensely complex, pseudo-mystery novel.Pour yourself a cup of strawberry tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Wink Poppy Midnight!Skippers jump to 17:45
2021-04-261h 46That Pretentious Book ClubPeter PanSend a textWelcome to Episode #9 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode Spoons and Wheezy fly off to Neverland as they discuss J. M. Barrie's most famous work, Peter Pan, with a special appearance from Wheezy's cats. In a story rife with perplexing-yet-magical amounts of whimsy, bumbling pirates, salty fairies, and flying children, there is something nostalgic for everyone in this well-loved classic. Pour yourself a cup of imaginary tea, raise a pinky, and join the club for this discussion of Peter Pan!Skippers jump to 30:10Find t...
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Brewin' BlackEpisode 43: Hate the Game not the Player ft. Kendall CooperTimestamps:3:03 Acknowledgments & Shoutouts: DMX, UCLA Final Four run, Space Jam, Paul Pierce, Roy Williams10:40 Light Roast: Hubert Davis, UNC new Black Head Coach22:30 Introducing our leading expert on Sexism and Women Sports: Kendall Cooper @_kendall.cTW: Sexual Assault 49:22 QB1 & 22 questions: Deshaun Watson & sexual assault case1:03:20 Friendship dates: For it or against it?1:21:47 Conversations with Care: Michael Rapport & KD, Uzi & Southside. Commentary on how we talk to each other via social media 1:35:40 Spotlight: MLB & Governor Asa HutchinsonEpisode De...
2021-04-131h 41That Pretentious Book ClubRuin and RisingSend a textWelcome to Episode #8 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this last special episode on the Grisha trilogy by Leigh Bardugo, Spoons and Wheezy are joined by special guest Dr. Hal to discuss Ruin and Rising. From an underground cathedral with a creepy priest to the edge of a cliff over misty falls, Sankta Alina, Mal, and our favorite Prince Nikky have one more chance to stop the Darkling (who is somehow still hot). With another dramatic summary from Wheezy and plenty of delightfully entertaining commentary in-between, lovers (and haters) of the Shadow a...
2021-04-122h 15That Pretentious Book ClubOf Mice and MenSend a textWelcome to Episode #7 of That Pretentious Book Club! Spoons and Wheezy are joined by none other than father-of-Kendall and former english teacher Darren Shaw in this episode on Of Mice and Men by the great John Steinbeck. For those who are wary of classics, this book serves as a vibrant and fast-paced breath of fresh air (if you can look past the ending - which Wheezy is determined to do). With intensely complex characters and imagery that leaps off the page, it's impossible not to feel invested in the protagonists' quest toward an...
2021-04-051h 34That Pretentious Book ClubSiege and StormSend a textWelcome to Episode #6 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this special episode, Spoons and Wheezy focus down on an in-depth summary of Leigh Bardugo's second book in the Grisha trilogy, Siege and Storm. What will Alina do when she is faced with choosing between her own freedom or that of her country? And is life without power freedom at all? With a maddeningly moody love interest, delightfully snarky pirate, and an intensely gripping plot, who couldn't love this book? (Listeners who have not listened to TPBC's Episode #4 on Shadow and Bo...
2021-03-291h 45That Pretentious Book ClubHamletSend a textWelcome to Episode #5 of That Pretentious Book Club! In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy get into it over one of the world's most well-known tragedies, Hamlet by William Shakespeare. While Wheezy is skeptical of just about everything in this story, Spoons delights in the bard's darker side. Whatever side of the Hamlet love-hate spectrum listeners fall on, there is undoubtedly plenty to abhor, ridicule, and marvel in gruesome fascination at in this famous (or infamous) play.Pour yourself a cup of tea (or a mug of ale) and join the cl...
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