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Climate SwingsSPECIAL EPISODE: From East Asian Journalism to Climate Communications: Terra.talk x Climate Swings w/ Michael Ethan GoldIn this special crossover episode, we flip the mic: I sit down in the guest chair for a heart-to-heart with Jae Canetti of Terra.talk, the official podcast of Terra.do. Together we dive into the strange, sprawling world of climate communications—from my early days in global media (Global Times, Reuters, The Economist Group), to launching Word Clouds, my climate communications consultancy, to my reflections on how AI, authenticity, and attention economics are reshaping storytelling. The conversation ping-pongs from greenwashing and the economics of journalism to the human pulse behind good communications, the rise of curated communities over cl...
2025-10-241h 17
Tapestry Radio Network"The Kraken," by Alfred Lord Tennyson, read by Michael G. LilienthalFor the month of October, we’ll occasionally release some spooky stories and poems of classic literature, read by the hosts and friends. This episode:The poem “The Kraken,” by Alfred Lord Tennyson. Drawing on imagery of the Leviathan from Scripture and other legends and mysteries, Tennyson draws a picture of the mythical Kraken which will sleep at the ocean floor until the world ends in fire.We’re in the midst of our “Year of Faust”: Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from...
2025-10-0103 min
Climate SwingsFrom Olympic Skier to Philosopher of the Energy TransitionMichael Liebreich is a household name in the energy world. As founder of Bloomberg New Energy Finance, he has unlocked vast amounts of data about the energy transition and provided invaluable insights for stakeholders up and down the value chain. His opinionated style and trademark wit has earned him a major audience as an analyst, writer, and podcaster on all things energy. On this episode of Climate Swings, we dive into his early years fixing his mother’s car, crunching numbers on the UK’s nuclear industry over 14-hour night shifts as a McKinsey consultant, and later founding New Ener...
2025-07-091h 07
Climate SwingsWhy I'm Ready To Leave AmericaIn this personal episode of Climate Swings, host Michael Gold shares why he’s spending three months in Europe this summer—and why it might become permanent. After Trump's re-election and amid America's retreating climate leadership, he’s questioning what keeps him here. Join him as he explores Barcelona, Madrid, and Berlin while reflecting on where climate action truly lives in 2025. Is Europe calling? Listen to find out. Get full access to Climate Swings at climateswings.substack.com/subscribe
2025-04-2305 min
Tapestry Radio NetworkNobber, by Oisin Fagan, and various Irish whiskeys, part 2Michael and Ethan continue discussing Nobber, by Oisin Fagan, while drinking The Midnight Silkie (Michael) and Red Locks (Ethan) Irish whiskeys.In this episode:Michael forgets, for the second time in four episodes, to call for Karen to read the rules. Rude. Good thing Karen just came in and started reading themA real SCAREcrow, or, a murdered murderWho is the greater fool, the fool or the fool who calls the fool a fool?Pinning down the black box that is the murder of crowsNobber...
2025-02-241h 04
Climate SwingsFrom the Bermuda Triangle to Building Wildfire ResilienceJoin me for a riveting conversation with Dr. Lisa Micheli, a wildfire resilience expert who traded water science for fire prevention when climate change chose her path! From managing a 3,200-acre preserve in Northern California and helping it recover from devastating fires to pioneering AI-powered wildfire prediction, Lisa shares crucial insights about living with fire in a warming world.In this episode, we explore:• How indigenous fire management holds the key to modern resilience• Why the recent Los Angeles wildfire crisis exposes the vulnerabilities of global cities• The revolutionary ways AI and te...
2025-02-191h 17Tapestry Radio NetworkNobber, by Oisin Fagan, and various Irish whiskeys, part 1Michael and Ethan begin their discussion of Nobber, by Oisin Fagan, while drinking The Midnight Silkie (Michael) and Red Locks (Ethan) Irish whiskeys.In this episode:The question and the answer is “WTF?”Bafflement loves companyNihilism (question mark?)Plague booksMichael says “plague-ground” and Ethan completely fails to call him on itVery relevant and very pointedAcquisitiveness so strong it breaks the fourth wallA clumsy trap for MichaelBestiality!Scientific reasons are sometimes bestial, and best...
2025-02-101h 18Tapestry Radio NetworkGlorious Exploits, by Ferdia Lennon, and various Irish whiskeys, part 1Michael and Ethan begin discussing Glorious Exploits, by Ferdia Lennon, while drinking The Midnight Silkie (Michael) and Red Locks (Ethan) Irish whiskeys.In this episode:Don’t worry about why Karen reading the rules happens so suddenlyThis book is The Producers, the Great Escape, AND the Gift of the MagiSometimes the real story is the anachronisms we met along the way“Version” is fineObligatory Shakespeare digressionTechnically not a history podcastKing Offa’s Arabic coinEuripedes’ Deus is not qui...
2025-01-081h 08Tapestry Radio NetworkPersuasion, Part 4, and Laphroaig Select (Michael and Ethan ALONE)Michael and Ethan, finally alone, finish the discussion of their Mondo Book for the year: Persuasion, by Jane Austen.In this episode:Finally alone except for a dog and catPersuasion Chapter 53Persuasion is either Much Ado About Nothing or Parks and Rec or bothOur highest aim on this podcast is “possible legitimacy”Jane Austen can’t have anybody naked, even in the 1990sPeople have been really gross and done really gross stuff for a long timeDid Lee Harvey Oswald kill K...
2024-11-261h 22
Climate SwingsFrom First Tuesday to the Department of EnergyHow do you build a climate career centered on bringing people together? Host Michael Gold interviews Susan Kish, a seasoned climate consultant and former banker, about her journey into the climate sector. Susan shares her experiences in establishing impactful climate events, the evolution of clean-tech investment, and the importance of in-person gatherings in driving change. She discusses the setbacks faced during the 2008 financial crisis, her work with Bloomberg New Energy Finance, and the importance of building relationships with industry incumbents. Susan emphasizes the need for optimism, resilience, and curiosity in the climate field, and reflects on her desire to...
2024-11-1349 min
Climate SwingsFrom Conservative Capitol Hill to Climate Deep-TechHow do you talk to local communities about climate and the work needed to make change? Host Michael Gold speaks with Jennifer Diggins, vice president of public affairs at 8 Rivers, who shares her journey from Capitol Hill to the private sector, discussing her experiences in the steel industry, lithium sector, and climate deep-tech. She emphasizes the importance of community engagement in climate technology and the evolving conversation around climate awareness, particularly within conservative circles. Jennifer also highlights the need for more women in the energy sector and the significance of building consensus around climate solutions. Get...
2024-10-3047 minTapestry Radio NetworkSmooch/Marry/Kill... but for books?On this “special” episode, Michael forces Ethan to play his weird game, smooch/marry/kill, but with books. If it’s a bad episode, it should be emphasized, it IS Michael’s fault.In this episode:It almost turns into the Dune/Lawrence of Arabia show ALMOST IMMEDIATELY and that’s Michael’s faultMichael references a “summer evening” which is relevant to when we recorded this episode but not to when it’s coming out, sorryIt also almost becomes a cocktail episode which is also Michael’s fault, and these bullet points...
2024-10-281h 04
Climate SwingsFrom the Jungles of Costa Rica to the IPCCIn this episode of Climate Swings, host Michael Gold speaks with Angel Hsu, an associate professor of public policy at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. They discuss Angel's journey into climate science, her academic path, and the importance of data in evaluating climate policies. The conversation explores the evolution of climate-change awareness, the role of sub-national governments in climate action, and the challenges of bridging the gap between science and policy. Angel shares insights from her work at the Data-Driven Envirolab and her engagement with global climate bodies like the IPCC. The episode concludes with a focus...
2024-10-1649 min
Climate SwingsWhat Is Climate Swings?What is Climate Swings? Hosted by Michael Gold, it focuses on the professional evolution of individuals in the climate sector. In this intro episode, I share my personal journey from journalism to climate advocacy, inspired by the concept of Tarzan Economics, which emphasizes the need for individuals to "swing" their careers in response to the climate crisis. The podcast aims to inspire listeners to make their own climate swings and provides insights into the challenges and opportunities within the climate field. It is promoted through a partnership with climate learning and action platform Terra.do. Get...
2024-10-1407 min
Grey Matter with Michael KrasnyFighting Corruption, Waste and Politics to Address Climate Change. Ethan Elkind ExplainsEthan Elkind, a leading climate scientist, led us initially into an understanding of why climate goals were not being met and how that affects overall messaging. From there he spoke of the importance of battery technology, solar and wind renewable energies, and transition to minerals such as lithium, cobalt and graphite. He emphasized the need for care in the mining sector where he sees a window for change and the building of better grids. We then spoke of "lifestyle" changes, the need for more housing and a culture too centered on cars. Ethan spoke about desalination and water and the...
2024-08-271h 00Tapestry Radio NetworkConvenience Store Woman, by Sayaka Murata, and Auchentoshan 12, Part 1Michael and Ethan begin their discussion of the first book of the new season, Sayaka Murata’s Convenience Store Woman.In this episode:The finest woodSherlock Holmes, or, coffee shop brags from Ethan, or, amusement park brags from MichaelA paean to Japanese convenience storesIrasshaimase!Ethan invents a new segment: doing background research during the showWhat is normal? What is the purpose of humanity? What is an exception to “normal”? This book asks very easy questions.Almost a loss, but obliga...
2024-01-081h 06Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Midnight Library, by Matt Haig and Glenmorangie 10yo, Part 2Michael and Ethan continue their discussion of The Midnight Library, by Matt Haig, while drinking Glenmorangie 10.In this episode:Ethan leads with some very specific bragsMichael follows a ruleUnofficially taboo topics that are nebulous, endless, and very importantThe word Ethan was looking for around 16:00 was “counterfactual”So much table-setting, but for a purpose?IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE IS AN ADAPTATION OF A CHRISTMAS CAROL, AND THIS PODCAST WILL DIE ON THAT HILLLike this podcast, this book has a lot of...
2023-02-131h 08
The Double WinSelf-Coach Your Way to Success | Ethan KrossNo matter how good you are at giving advice to others, it is always difficult to follow your own advice. Since you're able to provide solid advice to your friends and colleagues, it's clear that the advice you need for yourself is lurking somewhere inside of you. How do we access that information and then start to use it in our own professional and personal lives? In this episode, we tackle the negative mindsets that are blocking your progress.First, Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt Miller provide three steps to coach your thinking so you can get...
2023-01-2456 minTapestry Radio NetworkThe Sheriff of Babylon, by Tom King, and Glenlivet Nadurra, Part 2Michael and Ethan begin their discussion of the graphic novel The Sherriff of Babylon, by Tom King, while drinking the Glenlivet Nadurra cask-strength bottling.In this episode:The August referenced in the opening is a friend of Michael and Ethan’s. This is not properly set up because Ethan didn’t know he was telling this anecdote for an audience (ie, it’s Michael’s fault).Spoilers for Tom King’s graphic novel The Omega Men (sorry)Ethan is allowed to talk about film noir (sorry again)The cowboy to detecti...
2022-11-291h 27Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Sheriff of Babylon, by Tom King, and Glenlivet Nadurra, Part 1Michael and Ethan begin their discussion of the graphic novel The Sherriff of Babylon, by Tom King, while drinking the Glenlivet Nadurra cask-strength bottling.In this episode:The August referenced in the opening is a friend of Michael and Ethan’s. This is not properly set up because Ethan didn’t know he was telling this anecdote for an audience (ie, it’s Michael’s fault).Spoilers for Tom King’s graphic novel The Omega Men (sorry)Ethan is allowed to talk about film noir (sorry again)The cowboy to detecti...
2022-11-141h 09Tapestry Radio NetworkThe House on Vesper Sands, by Paraic O'Donnell, and Glenlivet Nadurra, Part 2Michael and Ethan conclude their discussion of The House on Vesper Sands, by Paraic O’Donnell, while drinking the Glenlivet Nadurra cask-strength bottling.In this episode:There must be no changeEthan loses! Michael fails to notice, or at least to call it out. Will Ethan confess in the future?Good thing Ethan avoids sounding pedantic, now or everThe unmooring of the bookGood thing Michael avoids sounding pedantic, now or everEither a mystery, or just vibesThankfully the section vs. bo...
2022-10-311h 13Tapestry Radio NetworkGargantua and Pantagruel, by Francois Rabelais, and Benriach the Smoky 12, Part 4Michael and Ethan conclude their discussion of Gargantua and Pantagruel, by Francois Rabelais, as translated in one case by Thomas Urquhart and Peter Motteaux and in the other by M.A. Screech, while drinking Benriach distilliery’s The Smoky Twelve.In this episode:Ethan tried to research “here’s mud in your eye” while writing these notes but the internet is full of obvious nonsense on the subject and Ethan didn’t feel like dealing with it. Um, sorryI mean, none of the explanations seem racist, so maybe that’s good?A hempen...
2022-09-261h 12Tapestry Radio NetworkGargantua and Pantagruel, by Francois Rabelais, and Benriach the Smoky 12, Part 1Michael and Ethan begin their discussion of Gargantua and Pantagruel, by Francois Rabelais, as translated in one case by Thomas Urquhart and Peter Motteaux and in the other by M.A. Screech, while drinking Benriach distilliery’s The Smoky Twelve.In this episode:Now listen. This episode starts with some pretty esoteric humor, even for us, but:To our Calvinist listeners: sorry.To everyone else: also sorry, but this DOES actually foreshadow some themes and later inside jokes and stuff, so… Michael forced it to be includedNovels: a nove...
2022-08-151h 08Tapestry Radio NetworkSpecial: Gargantuan/Pantagruelian Place-SettingAnother special, in which Michael and Ethan set the table for the discussion of one of the books in literature which itself has perhaps some of the most tables set within it: this is the world of Francois Rabelais, and his Great (dirty) Book, Gargantua and Pantagruel.In this episode:Rabelais as Dirty BookEthan has one page of notesMichael gets put on a Diet of WormsMichael’s wife is the main character of this episode, reallyWe ram our heads into our time. Which is...
2022-07-301h 26Tapestry Radio NetworkSpecial: Ethan Flirts with The Tale of GenjiAn Ethan-only special episode (sorry) in which Ethan gives us just a taster of the massive medieval Japanese novel The Tale of Genji, by Murasaki Shikibu, and makes his case that a Japanese woman may have written the first “true” novel.Next time Michael and Ethan will begin discussion of our next Mongo Book: Gargantua and Pantagruel, by Francois Rabelais. Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. D...
2022-07-1457 minTapestry Radio NetworkThe Devil and the Dark Water, by Stuart Turton, and Benriach 12, Part 2Michael, Ethan, and special guest Nick continue their discussion of The Devil and the Dark Water, by Stuart Turton, while two of the three of them drink Benriach distilliery’s The Twelve.In this episode:Michael does an unfair thought experiment, but at least it has a keyAfter an initial pledge not to discuss morality, most of the episode is about moralityDigression into D&D alignment types, obviouslyHaving ground his Lawful Neutral axe hard, Ethan also goes into his obsession with Victorian follys. UghEt...
2022-05-231h 05Tapestry Radio NetworkFilthy Animals, by Brandon Taylor, and Redbreast Sherry Cask editions, Part 1Michael and Ethan begin their discussion of Filthy Animals, by Brandon Taylor, while drinking slightly different iterations of Redbreast Irish whiskey in sherry cask finishes.In this episode:Ethan admits to torturing a co-workerThis was a very trying episode for MichaelEsoteric rants (surprise!)Yes, Ethan has been playing a lot of chess latelySome real digs at true crimeNext time Michael and Ethan will begin discussing Filthy Animals, by Brandon Taylor. Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch...
2022-04-111h 12Tapestry Radio NetworkExtra Special: First Paragraph Challenge: Wife EditionAn extra-special, extra-troublesome-for-Ethan, First Paragraph Challenge, featuring Karen, the Voice of the Rules.In this episode:A special, pretty troublesome, guest!Disclaimers from Ethan: Collect all 3!They’re guessing what the title of the book is based on the first paragraph. Ethan at no point makes this explicit. Sorry.Sorry to Neil Gaiman yet againMichael, Ethan needs youKaren undercuts Ethan by doing things like being right, being reasonable, and being good at mathTake that, Michael!Karen gets the pr...
2022-03-011h 06Tapestry Radio NetworkVampire Special!An extremely special episode where, after a 5-year ban, Michael finally gets to talk about vampires. In this episode:Michael is or is not a vampireMichael finds vampires everywhereEthan knows how lists workEthan compares Michael to Einstein, but only by accidentFlorence and the Machine and VampiresVampires everywhere!Some ill-advised digressions in the middle of the episode, sorryMuch place-setting, as usualTo be clear, Ethan is deeply ashamed of everything Twilight-related that comes up...
2022-02-151h 11Tapestry Radio NetworkThe End of the Affair, by Graham Greene/Highland Park 12yo, Part 2 (WEIRD!)Michael and Ethan continue their discussion of The End of the Affair, by Graham Greene. while continuing to drink Highland Park 12 Year Old Viking Honour Edition. BUT THERE’S A TWIST!In this episode:Ethan explains this up top, but he had a glitch that caused him to record not with Michael, but several weeks in the future from Michael. Thus, Ethan is VERY SORRY THAT:1. This podcast is probably somewhat disjointed.2. There are probably audio issues in it.3. It is probably at least somewhat incoherent.HOWEVER! It...
2022-01-281h 01Tapestry Radio NetworkSnow Flower and the Secret Fan, by Lisa See/Highland Park 12yo, Part 2Michael and Ethan continue their discussion of Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, by Lisa See while drinking Highland Park 12 Year Old Viking Honour Edition.In this episode:What’s a plot?Misunderstanding misunderstandingsMichael says “duty” a bunch of times and Ethan doesn’t even giggle. That’s maturityJust some fanboy moments about Lisa See (to balance out the s*** we talked last time)Michael would like everyone to know that Ethan’s words are his own and not MIchael’sExcursus into the impossibil...
2021-12-271h 26Tapestry Radio NetworkVery Special: 1st Paragraph ChallengeMichael and Ethan have their first Very Special, a competition in which they try to stump each other with the openings of books. Don’t worry, there are stakes. (But not steaks.)In this episode:There are special rules, which Michael and Ethan do manage to break without acknowledging it (4 = 3, apparently)Some really scintillating discourse about The Lake House starring Keanu ReevesBelieve it or not, and despite jokes made in this episode, the editor DID actually cut out a lot of silencesThe article Ethan mentioned, where Gaiman st...
2021-11-241h 10Tapestry Radio NetworkI Am A Cat, by Soseki Natsume and Lagavulin 11yo, Part 3Michael and Ethan continue their discussion of I Am A Cat, by Soseki NatsumeIn this episode:Ethan maybe loses right away? But Michael didn’t catch it, so…DECLINE and Fall, duhhhSome really good info about Prince Arthur of ConnaughtTime travel speculationMichael admits Ethan is right about everythingAlso, communication is impossibleNext time Michael and Ethan will continue to discuss I Am a Cat, by Soseki Natsume. Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk...
2021-11-0159 minTapestry Radio NetworkFormal Poetry SpecialIn one of their patented specials, Michael and Ethan discuss formal poetry—why is it? How is it?Poems discussed:“If We Must Die,” by Claude McKay“Sestina of the Tramp-Royal,” by Rudyard Kipling“On Claude McKay’s ‘If We Must Die,’” by Tonya FosterIn this episode:The hosts are ANCIENTWe only do one cool thing on this podcastDiscussion of definitions, speaking of coolTo be clear, Ethan is trying to say he taught the sonnet wrong the first time he did it...
2021-08-241h 10Tapestry Radio NetworkDespair, by Vladimir Nabokov, and Laphroiag 10yoMichael and Ethan begin their discussion of Despair, by Vladimir Nabokov.In this episode:We always pluck the low-hanging fruit, and the high-hanging fruitScotch noisesVery interesting pronunciation discussionYeah, Ethan voices suspicions about some stuff that is apparently just trueMichael says “maybe” and Ethan says “he never” put on the podcast a theory that Ethan definitely floated, like, 3-4 episodes agoShockingly, there is discussion of Tristram ShandyNasal passages (thank you)Michael doesn’t take one for the team
2021-07-271h 03Tapestry Radio NetworkWide Sargasso Sea, by Jean Rhys, and Laphroaig 10yo, Part 2Michael and Ethan continue to discuss Wide Sargasso Sea, by Jean Rhys.In this episode:A third host joins the podcast, but not like THATMichael is generous, or is he?Ethan was definitely trying to think of “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door”The discussion goes pretty deep pretty quickly and it’s kind of hard to say sarcastic things about it?Most of the episode is spent on three pages of the book, sorryBut at least the previous point is acknowledged so you’re not allow...
2021-07-141h 11Tapestry Radio NetworkBabbitt, by Sinclair Lewis, and Old Pulteney 12yo, Part 2Michael. Ethan, and special guest Jacob Kempfert continue to discuss Babbitt, by Sinclair Lewis. They basically do the secret third episode in this one, sorry/you’re welcome.In this episode:Spaghetti spray, and other types of sprayA concept for the worst Marvel crossover event of all timeProbably Jacob is referencing William MorrisBabbitt is a fantasy novel—in fact, it’s multiple fantasy novelsA new improv game: Babbitt and…Confusing status for love, and stuff for statusA pretty upsettin...
2021-06-091h 50Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman, by Laurence Sterne/Green Spot Irish Whiskey, Part 4Michael and Ethan conclude their discussion of The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman, by Laurence Sterne. They punish each other, but this one isn’t explicit.In this episode:The show must go on… I feel like we’ve had this bullet point beforeWe find out the moral of the showThere is emotional whiplashThere is talk about modeling, but not in an exciting wayWe flirt with it being the Us Arguing Words podcastInstead, it’s the Uncle Toby Podcast...
2020-12-291h 24Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Light Between Oceans/Glenmorangue 12yo Lasanta/Glenlivet 14 Cognac, Part 2In this episode, Michael & Ethan discuss The Light Between Oceans, by ML Stedman.
Ethan’s audio is better this time than last time, but it’s still a little fishbowl-y. Maybe it’s just his voice? We’re pretty sure next time will be better still.
In this episode:
Ethan is sure Syd Field exists, or did
This book is not a book (again)
Ethan only complains for 1/3rd of this one!
Michael is a mythology tease
This book has it both ways
Ethan puts his foot in a door that Michael was already opening
Next episode they’ll talk about The...
2020-06-061h 12Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Light Between Oceans/Glenmorangie Lasanta/Glenlivet 14, Part 1In this episode, Michael & Ethan discuss The Light Between Oceans, by ML Stedman.In this episode:This book is denseThis book is a tacoEthan is a hostile witnessEthan also can’t keep character names straight, and at some point it seems he stops trying toMichael doesn’t want to say ChicletEthan tries, and fails, to be humbleMichael posits the hypotheticalPretty sure it’s an E, not a DMichael is, of course, a teas...
2020-05-251h 05Tapestry Radio NetworkOscar Wilde Special-- "The Canterville Ghost"In this special episode, Michael & Ethan discuss Oscar Wilde’s short story “The Canterville Ghost.”This one was recorded in the very early days of American Quarantine, so please pardon us for spelling out some stuff that constitutes just the basic facts of reality now. At least we get most of the quarantine stuff out of the way at the beginning.In this episode:Ethan forgets the nation of Ireland, but also he will always talk about itEthan also forgets the name of Merrion Square ParkMichael is warm
2020-05-101h 06
Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead, Benromach 10yoIn this episode, Michael & Ethan discuss the modern classic The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. Note: there were some technical difficulties, but there IS a full episode here. And they talk about it very well, I think.In this episode:All technology is bad.Ethan hates stories.Usually, they prefer to power through elephants.Probably they’ll never check their privilege enough.Ethan violates Michael’s requests.The childishness of it is part of what is brilliant.Ethan spends a lot of time star...
2020-02-271h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkOf Human Bondage, by W. Somerset Maugham / Lagavulin 16yo - Part 4Well, they finally finish talking about Of Human Bondage. Have Ethan’s tastes changed? Is Michael that influential? Can he find Ethan’s emotional core? Find out in this episode!In this episode:Ethan drinks scotch by himself.“guest” “Michael Lilienthal”Michael problematizes it, as he does.Michael viciously punches the microphone.As undergrads, we always read each novel at least twice if not thrice.Michael takes the podcast into the ditch.
2019-12-131h 23
Tapestry Radio NetworkShakespeare Special - The TempestMichael & Ethan take a brief break from their discussion of Of Human Bondage, by W. Somerset Maugham, and pursue an island vacation with William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Ethan drinks a Pimm’s Cup, and Michael a Brandy Cocktail.In this episode:Live and in person, Michael mixes a drink.He also makes up a pop song on the spot.The play is made up and the plot doesn’t matter.Ethan uses the (real) word “nounal.”John Dee was a wizard.Prospero: Christ-figure or antichrist...
2019-09-231h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkOf Human Bondage, by W. Somerset Maugham / Lagavulin 16yo - Part 2Continuing their Mongo book Of Human Bondage, by W. Somerset Maugham, Michael and Ethan get into the nitty gritty.In this episode:Our funny is all edited in.Michael deletes all Ethan’s tail-related jokes.They throw shade at Barnes & Noble.Michael tries to go on a Nabokov parade. Ethan douses him.They start out continuing the chronological order, then skip to the end.Ethan says something that sounds very incestual.Michael went ahead without Ethan, as per frickin’ usual.SPOILERS for...
2019-09-111h 06
Tapestry Radio NetworkJacques the Fatalist, by Denis Diderot / Polly's Casks Double Barrel-Aged Single Malt Highland Scotch Whisky - Part 2As they converse about Jacques the Fatalist, by Denis Diderot, Michael & Ethan learn about themselves, and about each other. But most importantly, they learn about themselves.In this episode:Ethan renounces Michael. Michael kicks him out.The word “dumb” gets used a lot.Ethan giggles at the gutter his mind is in.They spend a lot of words on what they picture in this book.They’re not worried about the plot.All 18th-century Frenchmen are apparently alcoholics.Morals!They talk the fi...
2019-07-261h 20
Tapestry Radio NetworkJacques the Fatalist, by Denis Diderot / Polly's Casks Double Barrel-Aged Single Malt Scotch Whisky - Part 1Now they’re reading Don Quixote again, but actually, it’s Tristram Shandy, or maybe, for real, it’s Jacques the Fatalist, by Denis Diderot.In this episode:Michael stuns Ethan into silence.Ethan translates Michael.Ethan baby steps forward in technology.The curtain is pulled back.Ethan doesn’t throw shade, or at least he claims not to.Some translation theory creeps in. But neither one knows enough French.Ethan’s theory get’s super meta.Michael & Ethan might not agree!
2019-07-081h 08
Tapestry Radio NetworkS03E18 - Gene Wolfe Commemorative Special - The Death of Dr. IslandIn honor of the Death of the Author, Michael & Ethan thought it fitting to read one of the great stories by the man himself, and to talk about it. Come along on this journey of great appreciation for a writer who will prove to be a foundation for a generation to come. Let’s discuss “The Death of Dr. Island,” by Gene Wolfe.In this episode:Michael closes a curtain and gets the lighting right for the podcast episode.Ethan masks the sadness by humor.Michael makes Ethan mad.This i...
2019-06-241h 14
Tapestry Radio NetworkS03E16 - The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton, Polly's Casks Double Barrel Aged Single Malt Scotch Whisky - Part 1Michael & Ethan are joined by Michael’s brother, Nick, to discuss The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, by Stuart Turton.In this episode:Michael breaks the Scotch.Ethan is proven thoroughly wrong by our new Patron, Alexis!The podcast turns into a hostage situation.Alexis recommends: Caitlin R. Kiernan.Ethan gets in a wrestling match over two cups.They see just a shadow of a shadow of Plato’s cave and its shadows.Michael fits this novel into the Hunger Games universe.Etha...
2019-05-271h 04
Tapestry Radio NetworkSoulless, by Gail Carriger / Glen Fohdry 12yr - Part 2They finish their analysis of Soulless, by Gail Carriger, and of course are very mature about it. One listener has lovingly said that it is our fault that he read this, the trashiest book he has ever read. We can’t disagree. It’s pretty fantastic.In this episode:Michael declares war on Naboo.They both have glasses on their face.Ethan brings the discussion back to genre.He also taunts Michael by talking about Anno Dracula, by Kim Newman.Michael acknowledges what this book is doing, abou...
2019-05-131h 17
Tapestry Radio NetworkSoulless, by Gail Carriger / Glen Fohdry 12yr - Part 1Now Michael & Ethan are talking about Soulless by Gail Carriger, with lots of frills and dresses and other dangerous things. It’s a challenge for Michael especially, because the subtitle of the book is literally against the rules for him to mention. Let’s see how he does.In this episode:They almost talk more about The Plains.They talk about stupid dog faces.They drink a human person.They attempt to be relevant.Apologies abound to Neil Gaiman and Gail Carriger.Michael & Ethan read them...
2019-04-221h 04
Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Plains, by Gerald Murnane / Glen Fohdry 12 yr, Part 1Check out what Michael & Ethan think of The Plains by Gerald Murnane. There is actually a lot to be said about this book, although to look at its cover, you wouldn’t think so.In this episode:Michael pushes a button in the air.They’ve been writing/performing an absurdist play for the last 3 years.They get sidetracked by the Strange Planet comic strip.Ethan starts them off on a very biographical note, but it’s not necessary. Then he asks a very bad question.Someone needs...
2019-03-251h 06
????????????????"Smokers," by Tobias Wolff, Homework SpecialThey were given a homework assignment by Nathaniel Rhein:
Book/Story/Poem/Essay Assigned: Tobias Wolff’s short story “Smokers”
available online at
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/1976/12/smokers/306060/
Homework Assignment: What *really* happens in the story? Is the narrator reliable?
(Context: This is an assignment I was given many years ago in an undergraduate logic/English class. In the ensuing debate, I disagreed with my professor (and his favorite student), and he gave me a poor grade as a result. I want to see if you guys come up with my answer or my professor's answer.)
The guys come u...
2019-03-091h 11
Tapestry Radio Network"Smokers," by Tobias Woff, Homework SpecialThey were given a homework assignment by Nathaniel Rhein:Book/Story/Poem/Essay Assigned: Tobias Wolff’s short story “Smokers”available online athttps://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/1976/12/smokers/306060/Homework Assignment: What *really* happens in the story? Is the narrator reliable?(Context: This is an assignment I was given many years ago in an undergraduate logic/English class. In the ensuing debate, I disagreed with my professor (and his favorite student), and he gave me a poor grade as a result. I want to see if you guys come up with my ans...
2019-03-091h 11????????????????Things Not Seen, by Andrew Clements/Islay Storm - Part 1When you distill meanness down into a glass, what do you get? We’re discussing Things not Seen by Andrew Clements, a classic from Michael’s youth.
Michael tells only some of the listeners to go suck an egg. That’s not you.
Ethan quotes Hezekiah 16:4.
Michael makes an Alzabo Soup transition.
Michael confesses, he hasn’t finished this book.
Ethan whispers secrets, while Michael goes to get books.
How many horrible ways can Ethan mispronounce “Sophocles”?
They talk about a stack of other books.
Ethan offends Andrew Clements.
This is what Ethan was trying to pronounce.
Their next book will be The...
2019-01-141h 04
Tapestry Radio NetworkThings Not Seen, by Andrew Clements/Islay Storm - Part 1When you distill meanness down into a glass, what do you get? We’re discussing Things not Seen by Andrew Clements, a classic from Michael’s youth.Michael tells only some of the listeners to go suck an egg. That’s not you.Ethan quotes Hezekiah 16:4.Michael makes an Alzabo Soup transition.Michael confesses, he hasn’t finished this book.Ethan whispers secrets, while Michael goes to get books.How many horrible ways can Ethan mispronounce “Sophocles”?They talk about a stack of other books.Ethan o...
2019-01-141h 04????????????????Station Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel/Islay Storm - Part 2Michael & Ethan continue in their discussion of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, really getting into the nitty-gritty of why anything even matters. But is that inherently nihilist? Find out today on Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch! In this episode:
It will inevitably turn into a Dadaist digression on the environment and the solipsistic nature of man.
This book is both Shakespearean and American.
They confuse characters.
They talk too much (is that possible) about Shakespeare.
Both of them agree, “It’s not Sartre.”
Michael asks impossible questions.
Ethan brags.
Find out which letter is the most skepti...
2018-12-311h 18
Tapestry Radio NetworkStation Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel/Islay Storm - Part 2Michael & Ethan continue in their discussion of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, really getting into the nitty-gritty of why anything even matters. But is that inherently nihilist? Find out today on Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch! In this episode:It will inevitably turn into a Dadaist digression on the environment and the solipsistic nature of man.This book is both Shakespearean and American.They confuse characters.They talk too much (is that possible) about Shakespeare.Both of them agree, “It’s not Sartre.”Michae...
2018-12-311h 18????????????????Station Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel/Islay Storm - Part 1In literature, as in life, sometimes you find yourself in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, where if you’ve survived the pandemic, there’s probably a reason - and that reason may be that the prophet of the new age needs you to be his wife. Or maybe you’re destined to be something else entirely. Or maybe destiny’s got nothing to do with it, and you’re just going to build a museum to your own definition of humanity. Let’s see what Michael & Ethan think of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. In this episode:
Michael digs to get at Ethan...
2018-12-121h 07
Tapestry Radio NetworkStation Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel/Islay Storm - Part 1In literature, as in life, sometimes you find yourself in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, where if you’ve survived the pandemic, there’s probably a reason - and that reason may be that the prophet of the new age needs you to be his wife. Or maybe you’re destined to be something else entirely. Or maybe destiny’s got nothing to do with it, and you’re just going to build a museum to your own definition of humanity. Let’s see what Michael & Ethan think of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. In this episode:Michael digs...
2018-12-121h 07????????????????Don Quixote Part II, Part 2 - Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoThey finally reach the end of Part II of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes! Michael & Ethan are super excited about it, and have a rip-roaring time. In between the laughter, they manage to do a little literary analysis, too. In this episode:
Don Quixote hosts this one, but which Don Quixhote?
Tricked You!
Michael & Ethan speak a little French. Probably poorly.
A brief aside about Hamilton.
Harry Potter comes into the discussion.
Ethan sounds paranoid about Google.
Michael is a talking bust.
Math & Science Corner with Ethan!
Michael doesn’t want to put forth the effort to make them so...
2018-11-261h 22
Tapestry Radio NetworkDon Quixote Part II, Part 2 - Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoThey finally reach the end of Part II of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes! Michael & Ethan are super excited about it, and have a rip-roaring time. In between the laughter, they manage to do a little literary analysis, too. In this episode:Don Quixote hosts this one, but which Don Quixhote?Tricked You!Michael & Ethan speak a little French. Probably poorly.A brief aside about Hamilton.Harry Potter comes into the discussion.Ethan sounds paranoid about Google.Michael is a talking bust....
2018-11-261h 22????????????????Don Quixote Part II, Part 1 - Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoHaving completed their analysis of Part I, the duo takes on Part II of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, and having crested the hill, it’s all headed downward from here. In this episode:
The Priest and the Barber in a Room with Scotch
Ethan claims “we” sound sluggish, but it’s really just him.
Ethan will just say words.
This is the most lethargic they have ever been.
Michael reads Ethan’s mind.
This is the most mellow they’ve been. It’s a good place.
Lots of spoilers.
Michael coughs up a hairball.
Ethan proves he’s an idiot.
So doe...
2018-11-051h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkDon Quixote Part II, Part 1 - Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoHaving completed their analysis of Part I, the duo takes on Part II of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, and having crested the hill, it’s all headed downward from here. In this episode:The Priest and the Barber in a Room with ScotchEthan claims “we” sound sluggish, but it’s really just him.Ethan will just say words.This is the most lethargic they have ever been.Michael reads Ethan’s mind.This is the most mellow they’ve been. It’s a good place.L...
2018-11-051h 11????????????????The Tell-Tale Heart, by Edgar Allen Poe - Halloween Crossover Event Special!With their guests Justin & Larry from the Here’s Johnny! horror review podcast, Michael & Ethan discuss Edgar Allen Poe’s classic short story: “The Tell-Tale Heart”. In this episode:
The guests bite quickly at the opportunity to impose a new rule on Michael & Ethan.
Ethan dumps on his wife - but what else is new?
Michael & Justin in a Room, but We’re Not Mentioning What They’re Drinking
Ethan makes a Freudian but not necessarily Freudian analysis.
When you protest something loudly enough, it makes it that much more believable.
They’re all crazy and it all takes place in a mental in...
2018-10-221h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Tell-Tale Heart, by Edgar Allen Poe - Halloween Crossover Event Special!With their guests Justin & Larry from the Here’s Johnny! horror review podcast, Michael & Ethan discuss Edgar Allen Poe’s classic short story: “The Tell-Tale Heart”. In this episode:The guests bite quickly at the opportunity to impose a new rule on Michael & Ethan.Ethan dumps on his wife - but what else is new?Michael & Justin in a Room, but We’re Not Mentioning What They’re DrinkingEthan makes a Freudian but not necessarily Freudian analysis.When you protest something loudly enough, it makes it that much more believa...
2018-10-221h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkDon Quixote Part I, Part 2 - Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoIt’s the Second Sally of Part I of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. Michael & Ethan deny everything, admit nothing, and analyze the heck out of this book, while making fun of each other and drinking scotch. But hey, what else is new? In this episode:We’re specific with our terms so that no one is confused.Michael gets Ethan with some harsh tsk-ing.This episode is dedicated to all of Ethan’s relatives.Ethan loses his Ny-Quil.Ethan is literally sorry to everyone.They talk g...
2018-10-081h 15????????????????Don Quixote Part I, Part 2 - Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoIt’s the Second Sally of Part I of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. Michael & Ethan deny everything, admit nothing, and analyze the heck out of this book, while making fun of each other and drinking scotch. But hey, what else is new? In this episode:
We’re specific with our terms so that no one is confused.
Michael gets Ethan with some harsh tsk-ing.
This episode is dedicated to all of Ethan’s relatives.
Ethan loses his Ny-Quil.
Ethan is literally sorry to everyone.
They talk genre theory, and then just about what “novel” even means. Ethan concludes that it’s...
2018-10-081h 15????????????????Don Quixote Part I, Part 1 - Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoMichael & Ethan dive into the large and daunting Part I of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. In this episode:
Ethan has a heat-stricken brain.
Michael clicks only the French “explicit” tag.
Ethan decided not to be a jerk, but won’t make that mistake again.
Michael is really determined to talk about Nabokov.
They don’t let anyone else talk.
This isn’t going to become the How I Met Your Mother podcast.
They talk about “hot chicks” for far too long.
Picture them in bathrobes reading Don Quixote to one another while their wives drink beer and play Madden.
Michae...
2018-09-241h 28
Tapestry Radio NetworkDon Quixote Part I, Part 1 - Don Quixote de Cervantes/The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yoMichael & Ethan dive into the large and daunting Part I of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. In this episode:Ethan has a heat-stricken brain.Michael clicks only the French “explicit” tag.Ethan decided not to be a jerk, but won’t make that mistake again.Michael is really determined to talk about Nabokov.They don’t let anyone else talk.This isn’t going to become the How I Met Your Mother podcast.They talk about “hot chicks” for far too long.Picture them i...
2018-09-241h 28????????????????Don Quixote Interlude - The Lost Episode: Don Quixote de La Mancha Part II, by Alonso Fernandez de AvellanedaMichael comes with an announcement regarding the upcoming episodes of the show, which will officially kick off Season 3! In the middle of his announcement, he accidentally receives some strange trans-dimensional transmissions. Why yes, they do both listen to Hello from the Magic Tavern. Why do you ask? In this episode:
Ethan tries to trap Michael with logic, which is the Devil's plaything.
The Right Reverend is not drinking anything. Honestly. He promises.
They're both unmarried vergings.
Ethan is not going to publicly humiliate or assassinate Michael.
Emotions are truest when you're explicitly told how to feel.
"Names with Ethan"
You do...
2018-09-101h 02
Tapestry Radio NetworkDon Quixote Interlude - The Lost Episode: Don Quixote de la Mancha Part II, by Alonso Fernandez de AvellanedaMichael comes with an announcement regarding the upcoming episodes of the show, which will officially kick off Season 3! In the middle of his announcement, he accidentally receives some strange trans-dimensional transmissions. Why yes, they do both listen to Hello from the Magic Tavern. Why do you ask? In this episode:Ethan tries to trap Michael with logic, which is the Devil's plaything.The Right Reverend is not drinking anything. Honestly. He promises.They're both unmarried vergings.Ethan is not going to publicly humiliate or assassinate Michael.Emotions are truest wh...
2018-09-101h 02????????????????English Homework Special - Creative Writing, The Da Vinci Code by Dan BrownMichael & Ethan present themselves as co-teachers of an Advanced Creative Writing Course, in which their promising (but potentially troubled) student Daniel Brown has offered them his thriller novel. They take out their red pens and give writing advice. In this episode:
Alternate titles are offered, such as, "Everything Michael & Ethan Know About Physics," "Hyperbole Cast," "Suck-It, Podcast!" "Just Good Advice with Michael & Ethan," and "Bad Podcast Ideas."
Trigger warning: Michael & Ethan don't like The Da Vinci Code.
If Michael dies, arrest Ethan.
They talk about the concept of a prologue. It takes up a good chunk of the episode.
They do...
2018-07-091h 09
Tapestry Radio NetworkEnglish Homework Special - Creative Writing, The Da Vinci Code by Dan BrownMichael & Ethan present themselves as co-teachers of an Advanced Creative Writing Course, in which their promising (but potentially troubled) student Daniel Brown has offered them his thriller novel. They take out their red pens and give writing advice. In this episode:Alternate titles are offered, such as, "Everything Michael & Ethan Know About Physics," "Hyperbole Cast," "Suck-It, Podcast!" "Just Good Advice with Michael & Ethan," and "Bad Podcast Ideas."Trigger warning: Michael & Ethan don't like The Da Vinci Code.If Michael dies, arrest Ethan.They talk about the concept of a prologue. It ta...
2018-07-091h 09????????????????Ellen Foster, by Kaye Gibbons/The Dalmore 12yoMaybe they've discussed this book before, but maybe they haven't. Maybe they've found Huck Finn's dream girl and the nemesis of Holden Caulfield: It's Ellen Foster by Kaye Gibbons. In this episode:
Ethan thinks Michael's butt is very good.
Ethan is so angry.
Michael controls your narrative.
Michael & Ethan have been flipping a coin since episode 1.
Michael & Ethan Create Fanfiction out of American Letters: The Best Podcast.
They take turns complicating things.
We never do anything out of order or rational structure.
Our Authors, our Leaders, our Listeners: you are the unreliable narrator creating us.
Next month they'll be reading...
2018-06-111h 09
Tapestry Radio NetworkEllen Foster, by Kaye Gibbons/The Dalmore 12yoMaybe they've discussed this book before, but maybe they haven't. Maybe they've found Huck Finn's dream girl and the nemesis of Holden Caulfield: It's Ellen Foster by Kaye Gibbons. In this episode:Ethan thinks Michael's butt is very good.Ethan is so angry.Michael controls your narrative.Michael & Ethan have been flipping a coin since episode 1.Michael & Ethan Create Fanfiction out of American Letters: The Best Podcast.They take turns complicating things.We never do anything out of order or rational structure....
2018-06-111h 09????????????????The Ocean at the End of the Lane, by Neil Gaiman/The Dalmore 12Yo, Part 2Finding more to discuss about The Ocean at the End of the Lane by @neilhimself, Michael & Ethan break the barriers of sound in their excitement. In this episode:
Ethan is a very lovely lady.
This podcast is a rip-roaring thing.
What is "popular mythology"?
Everything is concluded at 16:30.
Ethan takes his Maiden, Mother, and Crone and goes home.
This is a clean, family-friendly podcast.
Ethan equivocates.
They explain marriage.
Words don't exist, but also they do.
Ethan calls Michael an adult.
Next month they'll be reading and discussing Ellen Foster by Kaye Gibbons. Join the discussion! Go to the Contact...
2018-05-281h 18
Tapestry Radio NetworkThe Ocean at the End of the Lane, by Neil Gaiman/The Dalmore 12yo, Part 2Finding more to discuss about The Ocean at the End of the Lane by @neilhimself, Michael & Ethan break the barriers of sound in their excitement. In this episode:Ethan is a very lovely lady.This podcast is a rip-roaring thing.What is "popular mythology"?Everything is concluded at 16:30.Ethan takes his Maiden, Mother, and Crone and goes home.This is a clean, family-friendly podcast.Ethan equivocates.They explain marriage.Words don't exist, but also they do.Ethan calls Michael...
2018-05-281h 18????????????????English Homework Special - "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock," by T. S. EliotMichael & Ethan are still doing homework! (Hopefully in time for finals...) Submit yours on the website! This week's homework assignment was "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" by T. S. Eliot. So, drinking some beer, they discuss how much they don't know how to say.
In this episode:
Michael causes problems in Ethan's life.
Sit down, shut up, stop making out with each other, and listen to me talk about my beer.
Ethan translates some Dante.
Michael doesn't actually hate our listeners.
Michael also doesn't claim to be a good poet.
Ethan answers his own question from the beginning.
Here's...
2018-05-011h 24
Tapestry Radio NetworkEnglish Homework Special - "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock," by T. S. EliotMichael & Ethan are still doing homework! (Hopefully in time for finals...) Submit yours on the website! This week's homework assignment was "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" by T. S. Eliot. So, drinking some beer, they discuss how much they don't know how to say.In this episode:Michael causes problems in Ethan's life.Sit down, shut up, stop making out with each other, and listen to me talk about my beer.Ethan translates some Dante.Michael doesn't actually hate our listeners.Michael also doesn't claim to be a...
2018-05-011h 24????????????????A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeleine L'Engle/Glengoyne 12yo, Part 2Michael & Ethan eventually finish discussing A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Karen left, because she hates us (but also has to work in the morning), but mostly because she hates us. In this episode:
Several people have Ethan's apartment bugged.
New podcast title: "Ethan in a Room Drinking Scotch that Michael Is Also in but Not Drinking the Scotch with Him."
We're pretty much always honest.
Ethan's CPR certification is out of date. Michael failed his certification test.
New podcast title: "Karen and Sarah in a Room with Italian Sunsets (and Crocheting, and No Talking)"
Ethan says, "What was I sa...
2018-03-271h 42
Tapestry Radio NetworkA Wrinkle in Time, by Madeleine L'Engle/Glengoyne 12yo, Part 2Michael & Ethan eventually finish discussing A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Karen left, because she hates us (but also has to work in the morning), but mostly because she hates us. In this episode:Several people have Ethan's apartment bugged.New podcast title: "Ethan in a Room Drinking Scotch that Michael Is Also in but Not Drinking the Scotch with Him."We're pretty much always honest.Ethan's CPR certification is out of date. Michael failed his certification test.New podcast title: "Karen and Sarah in a Room with Ital...
2018-03-271h 42????????????????A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeleine L'Engle/Glengoyne 12yo, Part 1Michael & Ethan begin discussing a favorite of Michael's: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Also, they have a very special guest! Ethan's wife - I mean, Michael's wife, er, Ethan's.... It's all very confusing. It's Karen Bartlett! (Don't worry, everything is definitely on the up-and-up, as far as you can tell.) In this episode:
All kinds of wrinkles (get it?)
This podcast is a road-trip, and everyone's dad is a quantum physicist.
Michael wrote an essay.
There's an interruption.
Ethan's head hurts.
Karen brings down the quality of the podcast, but she owns it now.
You don't have to enunciate...
2018-03-121h 15
Tapestry Radio NetworkA Wrinkle in Time, by Madeleine L'Engle/Glengoyne 12yo, Part 1Michael & Ethan begin discussing a favorite of Michael's: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Also, they have a very special guest! Ethan's wife - I mean, Michael's wife, er, Ethan's.... It's all very confusing. It's Karen Bartlett! (Don't worry, everything is definitely on the up-and-up, as far as you can tell.) In this episode:All kinds of wrinkles (get it?)This podcast is a road-trip, and everyone's dad is a quantum physicist.Michael wrote an essay.There's an interruption.Ethan's head hurts.Karen brings down the quality o...
2018-03-121h 15
Tapestry Radio NetworkA Borrowed Man, by Gene Wolfe/The MacAllan Triple Cask Matured 10-yr, Part 2Michael & Ethan continue talking about A Borrowed Man by Gene Wolfe while drinking a Highland single malt. Ethan promised to answer all your questions. Does he? In this episode:Ethan pilots the podcast alone.Karen doesn't get credit.Ethan gives Michael a giant bubble. Michael pokes holes in it.Ethan wants to be Alzabo Soup.Michael issues a public challenge to Alzabo Soup.They discuss next month's book already.As promised, you can read the Neil Gaiman article they mentioned here.Next month they'l...
2018-02-261h 19
Tapestry Radio NetworkA Borrowed Man, by Gene Wolfe/The MacAllan Fine Oak Triple Cask Matured 10-yrMichael & Ethan crack into A Borrowed Man by Gene Wolfe while drinking a Highland single malt. None of it's not pretty. In this episode:They slow down, as requested.A couple alternate titles for the podcast are thrown around.Ethan is a completionist most of the time.Ethan agrees but disagrees. Michael disagrees but agrees.Gene Wolfe treats us like dogs.Michael makes Ethan hate him.Michael dies.Next time: Ethan maybe solves some of the actual mystery.As promised, you can r...
2018-02-121h 04????????????????Plainsong, by Kent Haruf/Bruichladdich Scottish Barley: The Classic LaddieMichael & Ethan take up discussion of the Great-Plains epic Plainsong by Kent Haruf, while they enjoy a dram of the Classic Laddie: Bruichladdich Scottish Barley. It's all quite delicious.
In this episode:
It's retro!
Michael makes Ethan work for the Scotch.
The podcast gets political.
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about Ethan.
There's a ghost cooking chicken in Michael's house.
Ethan could, but doesn't want to.
Michael tests Ethan's hypothesis.
Names with Ethan! (43:15)
Names with Michael! (45:20)
We're not misogynists on this podcast.
Next month's book is The House of Special Purpose by John Boyne - Read along!
Join the...
2017-08-251h 05
Tapestry Radio NetworkPlainsong, by Kent Haruf/Bruichladdich Scottish Barley: The Classic LaddieMichael & Ethan take up discussion of the Great-Plains epic Plainsong by Kent Haruf, while they enjoy a dram of the Classic Laddie: Bruichladdich Scottish Barley. It's all quite delicious.
In this episode:
It's retro!
Michael makes Ethan work for the Scotch.
The podcast gets political.
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about Ethan.
There's a ghost cooking chicken in Michael's house.
Ethan could, but doesn't want to.
Michael tests Ethan's hypothesis.
Names with Ethan! (43:15)
Names with Michael! (45:20)
We're not misogynists on this podcast.
Next month's book is The House of Special Purpose by John Boyne - Read along!
Join the d...
2017-08-251h 05????????????????Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch Shakespeare Fest Special 2017It's the Tapestry Radio Network Shakespeare Festival! Enjoy Michael & Ethan's discussion of Shakespeare's As You Like It, even if the episode doesn't live up to the name of the podcast.
In this episode:
They're not in a room, or with scotch. :(
Michael raises controversial opinions about this play, and their opposites.
Ethan lists possible subtitles for the play.
Ethan is not a Shakespeare scholar.
We get the reference for "To be or not to be" wrong.... Sorry.
The plot is unnecessary.
Michael didn't want to regurgitate anybody.
Ethan's wife is far superior to him.
Michael's analysis: This is the Adult Sw...
2017-08-181h 09
Tapestry Radio NetworkMichael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch Shakespeare Fest Special 2017It's the Tapestry Radio Network Shakespeare Festival! Enjoy Michael & Ethan's discussion of Shakespeare's As You Like It, even if the episode doesn't live up to the name of the podcast.
In this episode:
They're not in a room, or with scotch. :(
Michael raises controversial opinions about this play, and their opposites.
Ethan lists possible subtitles for the play.
Ethan is not a Shakespeare scholar.
We get the reference for "To be or not to be" wrong.... Sorry.
The plot is unnecessary.
Michael didn't want to regurgitate anybody.
Ethan's wife is far superior to him.
Michael's analysis: This is the Adult Swim of Shakespea...
2017-08-181h 09????????????????And the Mountains Echoed, by Khaled Hosseini/Longrow Peated Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Part 2Continuing the discussion of And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini, Michael & Ethan come out of their two-week drink-and-fight to give you their analysis.
In this episode:
Ethan blames the podcast on the state of late capitalism.
Michael tries to keep the "Explicit" tag off the show. Ethan does not.
One of them is a puppet.
Everyone listening to this podcast is a very beautiful person.
"Bbbbbbb'lh!"
Michael is not a misogynist.
The podcast is a war between valid points and digression.
They get lost on the 2700-year-trek to Plato.
Ethan is a Grecian.
Michael won the fight.
This is th...
2017-08-111h 25
Tapestry Radio NetworkAnd the Mountains Echoed, by Khaled Hosseini/Longrow Peated Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Part 2Continuing the discussion of And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini, Michael & Ethan come out of their two-week drink-and-fight to give you their analysis.
In this episode:
Ethan blames the podcast on the state of late capitalism.
Michael tries to keep the "Explicit" tag off the show. Ethan does not.
One of them is a puppet.
Everyone listening to this podcast is a very beautiful person.
"Bbbbbbb'lh!"
Michael is not a misogynist.
The podcast is a war between valid points and digression.
They get lost on the 2700-year-trek to Plato.
Ethan is a Grecian.
Michael won the fight.
This is the...
2017-08-111h 25????????????????And the Mountains Echoed, by Khaled Hosseini/Longrow Peated Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch WhiskyMichael & Ethan enter their discussion of And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini, drinking a unique Longrow single malt.
In this episode:
Ethan stalls.
Michael is primed for a career in politics, or childcare.
Ethan has a bull session in his mind.
Michael & Ethan proffer dime-version analyses. That's totally a real thing.
Ethan tracks the increasing population of the human race.
Ethan analyzes this 21st-century Afghan-American book based on an 18th-century Irish novel.
You have good reason to doubt what Ethan says.
Aliens listen to this podcast. So should you.
Michael & Ethan begin a hunt for Shakespeare's skull.
They start a...
2017-07-281h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkAnd the Mountains Echoed, by Khaled Hosseini/Longrow Peated Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch WhiskyMichael & Ethan enter their discussion of And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini, drinking a unique Longrow single malt.
In this episode:
Ethan stalls.
Michael is primed for a career in politics, or childcare.
Ethan has a bull session in his mind.
Michael & Ethan proffer dime-version analyses. That's totally a real thing.
Ethan tracks the increasing population of the human race.
Ethan analyzes this 21st-century Afghan-American book based on an 18th-century Irish novel.
You have good reason to doubt what Ethan says.
Aliens listen to this podcast. So should you.
Michael & Ethan begin a hunt for Shakespeare's skull.
They start a tw...
2017-07-281h 11
Tapestry Radio NetworkRavelstein, by Saul Bellow/Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban - Part 2The discussion of Saul Bellow's Ravelstein concludes in this episode, while Michael & Ethan finish their Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban. And they have a lot to say about both....
In this episode:
Ethan confuses himself with Michael. It's the worst intro ever.
A clarification of the rules makes Michael laugh maniacally.
They can't pretend.
There's heated debate about the rules.
Ethan imports Kierkegaard.
Michael finds a loophole.
Michael alienates the entire Hoosier audience.
Ethan loses Minnesota. Michael gets it back.
Michael loses Wisconsin. Ethan gets it back.
Indiana is definitely gone.
There's even more debate about rules.
Michael says civil war is okay.
Join the dis...
2017-06-091h 18????????????????Ravelstein, by Saul Bellow/Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban - Part 2The discussion of Saul Bellow's Ravelstein concludes in this episode, while Michael & Ethan finish their Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban. And they have a lot to say about both....
In this episode:
Ethan confuses himself with Michael. It's the worst intro ever.
A clarification of the rules makes Michael laugh maniacally.
They can't pretend.
There's heated debate about the rules.
Ethan imports Kierkegaard.
Michael finds a loophole.
Michael alienates the entire Hoosier audience.
Ethan loses Minnesota. Michael gets it back.
Michael loses Wisconsin. Ethan gets it back.
Indiana is definitely gone.
There's even more debate about rules.
Michael says civil war is okay...
2017-06-091h 18
Tapestry Radio NetworkRavelstein, by Saul Bellow/Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban - Part 1Michael & Ethan, sipping on some ruby red Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban, discuss Saul Bellow's last novel Ravelstein, surprising themselves and one another with all of their thoughts and insights and stupidities.
In this episode:
Ethan solves Michael's crisis of identity.
Ethan tries his hand at "Names with Michael." Guess how that goes.
Their analysis of Ravelstein boils down to: "Seymour: An Introduction, longer and Jewish."
Michael has a childish epiphany.
Michael & Ethan are dumb.
Ethan gets into trouble with his wife.
So does Michael.
Michael's wife, Sarah, wins the episode.
Michael says a sentence that makes Ethan hate him.
Ethan gives Mic...
2017-05-2659 min????????????????Ravelstein, by Saul Bellow/Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban - Part 1Michael & Ethan, sipping on some ruby red Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban, discuss Saul Bellow's last novel Ravelstein, surprising themselves and one another with all of their thoughts and insights and stupidities.
In this episode:
Ethan solves Michael's crisis of identity.
Ethan tries his hand at "Names with Michael." Guess how that goes.
Their analysis of Ravelstein boils down to: "Seymour: An Introduction, longer and Jewish."
Michael has a childish epiphany.
Michael & Ethan are dumb.
Ethan gets into trouble with his wife.
So does Michael.
Michael's wife, Sarah, wins the episode.
Michael says a sentence that makes Ethan hate him.
Ethan gives Mi...
2017-05-2659 min
Tapestry Radio NetworkRaise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters, and Seymour: An Introduction, by J. D. Salinger/Dalwhinnie 15yo - Part 1One of Ethan's favorite authors comes under the scalpel in this episode, as the pair discusses J. D. Salinger's Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters, and Seymour: an Introduction. This is part one of that discussion, part two will come in two weeks! In this episode: Michael & Ethan play Calvinball and Whose Line Is It, Anyway? simultaneously. The loss comes sooner than ever. Michael & Ethan decide not to be rational. A new regular segment: "Names with Michael"! Ethan disagrees with Michael a lot (sort of). Michael & Ethan are very mysterious. The dog is a good girl. Join the discussion! Go to t...
2017-04-281h 05????????????????Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters, and Seymour: An Introduction, by J. D. Salinger/Dalwhinnie 15yo - Part 1One of Ethan's favorite authors comes under the scalpel in this episode, as the pair discusses J. D. Salinger's Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters, and Seymour: an Introduction. This is part one of that discussion, part two will come in two weeks!
In this episode:
Michael & Ethan play Calvinball and Whose Line Is It, Anyway? simultaneously.
The loss comes sooner than ever.
Michael & Ethan decide not to be rational.
A new regular segment: "Names with Michael"!
Ethan disagrees with Michael a lot (sort of).
Michael & Ethan are very mysterious.
The dog is a good girl.
Join the discussion! Go to t...
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