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Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastF*ck the Reeds! | Jane Eyre(1/11; Ch 1-4) Jackie's *favorite* book. She has 9 copies (and counting)! Ryan thought this was going to be a quaint, sweet old timey romp...he's not going to get less mad as they keep reading....Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(07:32) Chapter 1
2026-07-071h 08
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastAll Systems Red(Bonus) It turns out that when murderbots aren't being forced to murder, they like to just be lazy and watch TV. Shame they have to at least half-ass their job if they don't want to get caught having free will.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Caitlin RosbachTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
2026-06-1658 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastIt's a timey-wimey thing! | Lost or Found(3/4; Ch 11-16)Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Gregg BushTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
2026-06-0940 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastIt's a space mission! | Lost or Found(2/4; Ch 6-10)Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Gregg BushTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
2026-05-2652 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastJust In Case | Lost or Found(1/4; Ch 1-5) It's not easy being a detective during the end of the world, but Justin Case is going to do his darndest to find Africa, and maybe he'll find his girlfriend along the way. This book is the first that Gregg's friend, Scott, ever published and he's going to chat about it with Ryan.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Gregg BushTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vid
2026-05-121h 03
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastIce Magic, Ghouls and Vampires, oh my! | Twelve Months(12/12; Ch 45-55) It's a double climax! Will Harry save his brother's life? Will he protect his castle?! Will he still get married???Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardRecorded by: Clifton SatterfieldTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
2026-05-051h 03
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastTipping Point | Twelve Months(11/14; Ch 41-44) We're on the cusp of something awesome...! Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(03:41) Chapter 41(10:04) Chapter 42(20:44) Chapter 43(27:06) Chapter 44
2026-04-2836 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastHarry's Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Ideas | Twelve Months(10/12; Ch 37-40) Strike 1: owns a castle; makes the normies uncomfortable....Strike 2: enthralled his fiancée....Strike 3: Beat up the Queen of Air and Darkness....makes one wonder what he'll do next?Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(01:27) Chapter 37(10:42) Chapter 38(15:07) Chapter 39(30:59) Chapter 40
2026-04-2150 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastSugar, Spice, & Everything Not-so-nice | Twelve Months(9/12; Ch 33-36) The wire torture mystery comes to a close, Harry has a heart-wrenching discussion with the shade of Murphy and goes on another date with Lara, but perhaps most importantly...he meets the Spice 'Goyles. Come gab with us about it.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:0
2026-04-1452 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastDelayed Literary Gratification | Twelve Months(8/12; Ch 29-32) Really, Jim?! You're going to show us all that and then just pivot to something else entirely with no explanation? Rude! Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(04:37) Chapter 29(15:49) Chapter 30(27:17) Chapter 31(34:15) Chapter 32
2026-04-0749 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLore Drop | Twelve Months(7/12; Ch 25-28) Did anyone else notice that chapter 25 was right before Christmas? Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(02:11) Chapter 25(14:28) Chapter 26(28:04) Chapter 27(35:43) Chapter 28
2026-03-1746 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastTurning Point | Twelve Months(6/12; Ch 21-24) On God, you deserve better than you are giving yourself. Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(00:59) Chapter 21(11:26) Chapter 22(23:49) Chapter 23(43:20) Chapter 24
2026-03-1054 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastDrakul is Too Cool | Twelve Months(5/12; Ch 17-20) Like, are they intimidated by him, hot for him, or both?Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(01:04) Chapter 17(15:25) Chapter 18(24:30) Chapter 19(33:05) Chapter 20
2026-03-0341 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThis costume party feels familiar... | Twelve Months(4/12; Ch 13-16) I was under the impression there was going to be a Ghost Adventure, not a Ghoul Adventure. I feel misled.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(00:58) Chapter 13(10:49) Chapter 14(12:54) Chapter 15(20:07) Call to action(22:20) Chapter 16
2026-02-2441 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastButters deserves his Glow-Up | Twelve Months(2/12; Ch 5-8) What's that title got to do with these chapters? Well, nothing, really, but it does come up when we're talking about chapter 8.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron HowardTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(01:20) Chapter 5(09:28) Chapter 6(18:55) Chapter 7(34:39) Chapter 8
2026-02-1050 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastPain is a Fire | Twelve Months(1/12; Ch 1-4) Ryan sat down with Aaron, an avid fan of the Dresden Files, and discussed the most recent installment of the acclaimed Urban Fantasy series.Episodes will be weekly on Tuesdays for this book. Spoilers abound, as we will be talking about everything from the past 17 books as they pertain to our discussion. We will return to a bi-weekly format with the next book club on May 12th.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Aaron H...
2026-02-0356 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastJames Vane in the Bushes with a Gun | The Picture of Dorian Gray(6/7; Ch 16-18) An old flame's brother is aiming to settle the score. Has Dorian met his match?Read along with us. Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and join the book club! Or email us at func.lit.pod@gmail.com if you want to buy Jackie an annotated copy of Jane Eyre. Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(08:44) Chapter 16(24:02) Chapter 17(31:25) Chapter 18
2026-01-0642 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastPoor Basil! | The Picture of Dorian Gray(5/7; Ch 13-15) How dare Basil try to help me! How dare he be good and nice and try to pray with me. Does he even know me?Read along with us. Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and join the book club! Or email us at func.lit.pod@gmail.com if you want to buy Jackie an annotated copy of Jane Eyre. Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
2025-12-0957 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Banality of Evil | The Picture of Dorian Gray(4/7; Chapters 10-12) Vampirism, Kink, Catholicism, oh my!Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(01:25) Chapter 10: Dorian hides his picture(16:05) Chapter 11: The Life and Times of Dorian Gray(51:03) Chapter 12: Basil intervenes
2025-11-251h 00
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastHollow Love | The Picture of Dorian Gray(3/7; Ch 7-9) Dorian breaks bad. He discovers he likes it.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(01:14) Chapter 7(20:46) Chapter 8(50:46) Chapter 9
2025-11-111h 14
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Calm Before the Storm? | The Picture of Dorian Gray(2/7; Ch 4-6) Look, I told Harry I was getting married before you because I was already at dinner with Harry. You finding out this way was just easier.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(02:49) Saving chapter 3's reputation(06:54) Chapter 4(28:08) Chapter 5(39:31) Chapter 6
2025-10-2850 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Gayest Novel of the Victorian Era? | The Picture of Dorian Gray(1/7; Chapters 1-3) "Live the wonderful life that is in you!Let nothing be lost upon you. Be always searching fornew sensations. Be afraid of nothing. . . . A new Hedonism--that is what our century wants."Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie EckertTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.(00:00
2025-10-1459 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Gunslinger | has such a trivial nature(3/3; Chapters 4 & 5) One must be serious about something, if one wants to have any amusement in life. What on earth Roland is serious about, I haven't got the remotest idea. About everything, I should fancy. The Gunslinger has such a trivial nature.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jacques du PlessisTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipm...
2025-09-301h 27
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastA Boy and his Gunslinger at the End of the World | The Gunslinger(2/3; Chapters 2 & 3) The Gunslinger discovers a boy at an abandoned waystation and they travel together.Read along with us! Support us on Patreon for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jacques du PlessisTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
2025-09-161h 06
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Many Silly Adventures of Sir Lancelot | Le Morte d'Arthur VI(3/3; Chapters 13-18) 🎶So just say thanks a lot / And try romance, it's hot! / Let's find out who's really you 🎶Link dump:Le Morte d'Arthur: Ye Olde English edition (physical)Le Morte d'Arthur: Modern English edition (digital)Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach IgnotzTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a record...
2025-08-191h 19
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastWhat happens when two unstoppable forces clash? | Le Morte d'Arthur VI(2/3; Chapters 7-12) 🎶Move aside your scabbard / For underneath your tabard / There is waiting to escape / A butterfly! 🎶Link dump:Le Morte d'Arthur: Ye Olde English editionLe Morte d'Arthur: Modern English editionBritain's obsession with the royal familySupport us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes and the opportunity to chat directly with Ryan! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterRecorded by: Jacques Du PlessisHosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
2025-08-051h 24
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastSir Lancelot: Laziest Knight of the Round Table? | Le Morte d'Arthur VI(1/3; Chapters 1-6) 🎵His name is Lancelot! He visits France alot. He likes to dance alot. And dream...🎵Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes and the opportunity to chat directly with Ryan! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterRecorded by: Jacques Du PlessisHosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach IgnotzTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction
2025-07-221h 11
Functionally Literate: The Book Club Podcast14 | Chapters 28-34(5/12) AKA The One With All The Writing On The Walls.Read along with us! We recommend you listen to the audiobook, but you can get a paper copy here.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jake Weller.Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(04:43) Chapter 28(13:28) Chapter 29(27:13) Chapter 30(41:53) Chapte
2025-04-011h 12
Functionally Literate: The Book Club Podcast14 | Chapters 21-27(4/12) The denizens of the Kavatch building are going to get to the bottom of whatever this weirdness is.Read along with us! We recommend you listen to the audiobook, but you can get a paper copy here.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jake Weller.Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Intro(04:01) Chapte...
2025-03-181h 09
Functionally Literate: The Book Club Podcast14 | Chapters 14-20(3/12) We are now beginning to diverge from reality. Suspend some disbelief at the door.Read along with us! We recommend you listen to the audiobook, but you can get a paper copy here.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jake Weller.Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(01:38) Chapter 14(17:20) Chapter 15(24:13) Chapt
2025-03-041h 18
Functionally Literate: The Book Club Podcast14 | Chapters 7-13(2/12) Nate keeps discovering strange things about his apartment building, and acquires a confidant.Read along with us! We recommend you listen to theaudiobook, but you can get a paper copyhere.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jake Weller.Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album,Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(04:03) Chapter 7(14:48) Chapter 8(27:50) Chapter 9(
2025-02-181h 14
Functionally Literate: The Book Club Podcast14 | Chapters 0-6(1/12) Nate moves into an unusually cheap apartment near Hollywood and then...weird stuff happens. This has been one of Ryan's favorite novels since high school. This is Jake's first time joining us on the podcast.Read along with us! We recommend you listen to the audiobook, but you can get a paper copy here.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Jake Weller.Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, ...
2025-02-041h 06
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastIn Broad DaylightWhat pushes someone to the point that they feel they have no choice but to commit murder in broad daylight? Today, Ryan and Natalie discuss Harry N. MacLean's In Broad Daylight: A Murder in Skidmore, Missouri.
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Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Natalie McNeeley
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.
2025-01-282h 02
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur V | Chapters 7-12(2/2) Arthur kills Lucius. Sir Gawaine makes a new friend. Arthur becomes Emperor of Rome.Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the textadapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading and translating a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.Support us onPatreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation onPayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach IgnotzThe Voice of Camelot: Callum BowenTheme music by Jake Weller. Check out Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.(00:00) Introduction(03:06) Chapter 7(09:31) Chapter 8(34:13) Chapter 9(42:13) Chapt
2025-01-211h 25
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastDelay, Deny, DefendEtched into the casings of the bullets that killed CEO Brian Thompson were the words "Delay," "Deny," and "Depose." Not long after that was reported, the popular connection on the internet was to the book Delay, Deny, Defend: Why Insurance Companies Don't Pay Claims and What You Can Do About It, by Jay M. Feinman. Not long after, Ryan and Clifton read the book and now they're going to tell you what they think about it, and what they think about health insurance in America.
At the time of publishing this episode, the most readily available copy of the...
2025-01-141h 37
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur V | Chapters 1-6(1/2) Emperor Lucius of the Roman Empire wants King Arthur to pay tribute. King Arthur would rather be Emperor of Rome.Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading and translating a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.Support us onPatreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation onPayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach IgnotzThe Voice of Camelot: Callum BowenTheme music by Jake Weller. Check out Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.Link Dump:A Tour to London"Ham S...
2025-01-071h 33
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Princess Bride | Buttercup's Baby(6/6) We discuss the first (and only) chapter of the sequel to The Princess Bride. It strikes Ryan as more of an epilogue, but hey, he didn't write it...
Read along with us! The next book we'll be reading for Christmas Eve is Terry Pratchett's Hogfather!
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Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara "Kit" Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
2024-12-1053 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Princess Bride | Chapters 7 & 8(5/6) The Turk and the Spaniard save the Man in Black. Buttercup escapes the clutches of Prince Humperdink...or does she?
Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book.
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Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara "Kit" Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:39) Chapter 7: The Wedding
(34:30) Chapter 8: Honeymoon
(59:11) Answering the reading group gu
2024-11-261h 33
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Princess Bride | Chapter 6(4/6) Two years later (two weeks for you!), we come to the Festivities. Buttercup has to live with her choices. The Man in Black goes through a gamut of torture. Humperdink prepares for the wedding.
Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book.
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Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara "Kit" Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some
2024-11-1251 minFunctionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastFunctionally ElectorateIn this bonus election day episode, Ryan chats with Gregg Bush about politics and books and political books.
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Link dump:
The Climate Book by Greta Thunberg
Silent Spring by Rachel Carson
Working by Studs Terkel
The Great Divide by Terkel
The Good War by Terkel
The Laramie Project
Lady Windermere's Fan
Backlash: The Undeclared War Against American Women by Susan Faludi
Stiffed: The Betrayal of the American Man by Faludi
Bree Newsome
Nathan Bedford Forrest Statue
Lies My Teacher Told Me by James W. Loe...
2024-11-051h 04
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Princess Bride | Chapter 5(3/6) Buttercup is kidnapped! Her kidnappers are challenged by the Man in Black.
Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book.
Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara "Kit" Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:38) Chapter 5: The Announcement
2024-10-291h 32
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Princess Bride | Chapters 1-4(2/6) Buttercup finds and loses love. Humperdink has gotta get married!
Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book.
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Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara Carter
Recorded by: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Check out Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:37) Chapter 1
(37:58) Chapter 2
(43:40) Chapter 3
(50:58) Chapter 4
2024-10-1556 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Princess Bride | The Three Introductions(1/6) Let's hit rewind a couple of years and chat about a lifetime favorite book of Ryan's spouse, Cara Carter. This episode we discuss the 30th anniversary intro, the 25th anniversary intro, and the original intro.
Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book.
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Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara CarterRecorded by: Chris D. MooneyTheme music by Jake Weller. Check out Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks...
2024-10-011h 10
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 21-28(4/4) Three knights go on three very different adventures with three different damosels.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
The Voice of Camelot: Callum Bowen
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
2024-09-171h 15
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 15-20(3/4) Morgan commits yet more treachery. Her son, Sir Uwaine, is cast out of the king's court. Sir Gawaine goes with him and the pair ride on, errant knights.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
The Voice of Camelot: Callum B...
2024-09-031h 03
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 8-14(2/4) Arthur fights in a rigged duel and wins. His sister Morgan commits even more treachery.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
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Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
The Voice of Camelot: Callum Bowen
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Them...
2024-08-2056 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 1-7(1/4) Duels! The treachery of Morgan Le Fay! The Death of Merlin! All this and more in...King Arthur and the Pendragon Schism.Read along with us! Zach is readinga version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you candownload digitally for free.Link dump:The Questing BeastIt's voting day in Missouri! If you live here, go vote.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on ...
2024-08-061h 06
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 19 & 20(7/7) Castrima goes to war. Nassun agrees to do something dangerous.Read along with us! You can buy the book here.Link dump:Hugo Award DramaThis episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House District 50 by donating to hisActBlue.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album,Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a recording space.
2024-07-231h 00
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 16-18(6/7) We contemplate what it means to be human. Nassun learns a thing or two about love. We lose one of our oldest friends.
Read along with us! You can buy the book here.
This episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House District 50 by donating to his ActBlue.
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Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia Carney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to ...
2024-07-0952 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 13-15(5/7) Tonkee takes some rash actions. Castrima is threatened. Nassun hears something messed up and then does something messed up.
Read along with us! You can buy the book here or the audiobook here.
Link dump:
Superman's Fortress of Solitude
"There is something in my suit!" from Evolution (2001)
Mistborn
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2024-06-251h 04
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 10-12(4/7) Alabaster tells us everything. Schaffa has hazy dreams of the past. Nassun turns a friend into stone.
Read along with us! You can buy the physical book here or the audiobook here.*
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Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter
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Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time...
2024-06-1159 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 7-9(3/7) Jija finds the comm he's looking for. We discover Castrima has enemies. Nassun tells Schaffa about her mother.
Link dump:
Black hair
Looking for an Enemy: 8 Essays on Antisemitism
Read along with us! You can buy the book here.
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2024-05-281h 01
Decentralized Radio#103 Ryan Carter | Biggest Lies PEDIATRICIAN’S Tell You About ChildcareToday’s guest is a Nutritional Therapist and Decentralized health coach Ryan Carter (Live Vitae) whose knowledge of light, water and magnetism can revolutionize your health. He also just became a first time father!Ryan Carter (@livevitae) is based in Nicaragua and is a Registered Nutritional Therapist, Sports Nutritionist (undertaking), Personal Trainer, Leader in personalized health optimisation and founder of the Health Coaching & Personalized Nutrition Clinic, Live Vitae. He inspires thousands of individuals worldwide with his wisdom and insight via his website, social media, podcast, and speaking events.
2024-05-171h 10
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 4-6(2/7) Boilbugs are gross. Hoa tries to explain stone eaters. Nassun discovers how to manipulate her father. We discover Magic!
Read along with us! You can buy the book here.
On May 16th-19th, and May 23rd-26th, 2024, Julia and Ryan performed Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap at the Maplewood Barn Community Theatre. You can view the gallery here. This is a sample of photos provided by Shutterfae Photography.
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Ho...
2024-05-1455 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Obelisk Gate | Chapters 1-3(1/7) Nassun catches her father red-handed. We summon a couple of obelisks. Schaffa survives Meov.
Link dump:
Liquid Breathing
David Hasselhoff in The Spongebob Squarepants Movie
Read along with us! You can buy the book here.
This episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House District 50 by donating to his ActBlue.
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Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & J...
2024-04-3056 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur III | Chapters 8-15(2/2) The boys finish recounting the exploits of Sir Gawaine, then tell of the adventures of Sir Tor and King Pellinore.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
This episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House District 50 by donating to his ActBlue.
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2024-04-1658 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur III | Chapters 1-7(1/2) Zach returns to book club to talk to Ryan about the story of King Arthur's wedding to Lady Guinevere and the three adventures that resulted therein.Read along with us! Zach is readinga version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you candownload digitally for free.This episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House District 50 by donating to hisActBlue.Support us on Patreon and get ad-fre...
2024-04-0252 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 21-23(8/8) We find an old friend. Syenite's world comes crashing down. Alabaster has an important question.Read along with us! You can buy the bookhere.This episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House district 50 by donating to hisActBlue.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyAudio Recordist: Chris D. MooneyTheme music by Jake Weller. List...
2024-03-1956 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 18-20(7/8) Essun discovers an underground crystal city. Syenite and Alabaster get settled in Meov and take a lover.Link dump:The Hunger GamesStranger ThingsRead along with us! You can buy the bookhere. You can also support us on Patreon for $1 and get access to an exclusive ad-free Spotify feed! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyAudio recordist: Chris D. MooneyTheme music by...
2024-03-0548 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 15-17(6/8) We discover a comm like no other. Syenite wakes on an island. Damaya makes a discovery that will impact the rest of her life.Read along with us! You can buy the bookhere.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyAudio recordist: Chris D. MooneyTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwes...
2024-02-2053 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 12-14(5/8) Syenite discovers a new toy, then breaks it. Hoa is having a hard time tracking our daughter as easily as he used to. Read along with us! You can buy the bookhere.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyAudio recordist: Chris D. MooneyTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing equipment and a record...
2024-02-061h 06
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 9-11(4/8) Something is missing! Do you know what it is? Also, what is up with those obelisks and stone eaters? These mysteries are so enticing. Read along with us! You can buy the bookhere.Support us on Patreon for a dollar! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyAudio Recordist: Chris D. MooneyTheme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing most of our equipment and a recording space.(00:00) I...
2024-01-231h 03
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 6-8(3/8) This is a juicy one, folks. True colors are revealed! Secrets of the Stillness are discovered. Speculations about Guardians are made. Read along with us! You can buy the bookhere.Link dump:The City We BecameRed (Taylor's Version)Red RisingYou can support us on Patreon for $1 per month! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal. All proceeds will go toward books, overhead, and improving the show.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter & Julia CarneyAudio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney...
2024-01-091h 09
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Chapters 3-5(2/8) Ryan and Julia are really starting to get into the book now. They feel like they know who the players are, but they're still figuring out the game...though, that's not stopping them from coming up with a hypothesis about the plot. Read along with us! Buy the bookhere.Link dump (AKA books we mentioned):The Way of Kings [Physical /Audio ]Crescent City [Physical /Audio ]If you like us, support us on Patreon for a buck! ($1) Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, direc...
2023-12-2650 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastThe Fifth Season | Prologue, Chapters 1 & 2(1/8) Join Ryan and Julia (her first episode!) as they chat about The Fifth Season, by N.K. Jemisin. We dive into the Stillness, a world under constant threat of earthquakes. We kick things off with the end of the world, both literally and for one of our main characters. Read along with us! Buy the bookhere.Link dump (AKA books we mentioned):The City We Became [ Physical / Audio ]If you like us, support us on Patreon for a dollar per month or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Prod...
2023-12-121h 09
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastJapanese MythsThe boys conclude dipping their toes into Eastern Mythology. Zach talks about Izanami and Izanagi, the birth of Kagu-tsuchi, the god of fire, and the adventures of Susanoo, the Storm God. Zach's source isThe Holy Kojiki. Ryan's source isThe Japanese Myths: A Guide to Gods, Heroes and Spirits, by Joshua Frydman.Next episode, Ryan and Julia will be readingThe Fifth Season! Nab yourself a copy, and read along with us. Keep an eye out for polls and QnA's from us. We want to have a conversation with you.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episod...
2023-11-2859 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastChinese Myths and FolktalesZach tells the story of Guan Yu, the God of War. Ryan tells the story Magical Arts, a tale about a rich man and a Necromancer, and then discusses the Immortal Eight, people who ascended to godhood by attaining the "secret wisdom."
The book our stories comes from is Chinese Myths and Folk Tales, a compendium of public domain works sold as a single book by Barnes & Noble.
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2023-11-141h 05
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastBuddhist Myths | The Death of the Buddha & two Jatakas(2/2) The boys talk about meditation, prayer, the remainder of the Buddha's life and his death, and tell two jatakas, short stories from the Buddha's past lives. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction, by Damien Keown, and Buddhisms: An Introduction, by John S. Strong.
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Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
2023-10-3144 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastBuddhist Myths | The Life of the Buddha & The 4 Noble Truths(1/2) The boys discuss Buddhism. This episode is about the Buddha's journey to enlightenment, how he attained Nirvana in life and the 4 Noble Truths as discussed in the first sermon he delivered. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction, by Damien Keown.
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Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
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2023-10-1754 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur II | Chapters 14-19(3/3) We conclude our telling of the tale of Balin le Savage, the Knight with the Two Swords. Balin defeats the Invisible Knight, delivers the dolorous stroke, and travels to an island where he fights his best friend to the death. Also, Cara provides us with a moral of the story.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
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2023-10-031h 11
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur II | Chapters 8-13(2/3) Sir Balin helps bury a dead damsel, succeeds in his quest for redemption, aids King Arthur in his war against 11 kings, and begins a new quest to find the Invisible Knight.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
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Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
2023-09-1957 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur II | Chapters 1-7(1/3) We follow the exploits of Balin le Savage, the Knight with the Two Swords. Balin is freed from prison, obtains his second sword, commits a heinous act in King Arthur's court, and sets out on a quest to redeem himself.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
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2023-09-051h 14
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastHindu Myths | Various Stories(2/2) Ryan continues to tell various Hindu stories while Zach provides color commentary. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Indian Mythology: Tales, Symbols, and Rituals from the Heart of the Subcontinent, by Devdutt Pattanaik.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest...
2023-08-2257 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastHindu Myths | The Monkey God & Various Stories(1/2) Zach tells the story of Hanuman, the Monkey King. Ryan tells many various Hindu stories. Zach's source is Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists, by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy and Sister Nivedita. Ryan's source is Indian Mythology: Tales, Symbols, and Rituals from the Heart of the Subcontinent, by Devdutt Pattanaik.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wastin...
2023-08-0859 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur I | Chapters 18 - 27(3/3) The conclusion of King Arthur's origin story. Arthur battles with King Pellinore, begats Mordred, and obtains Excalibur.
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Ja...
2023-07-2541 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur I | Chapters 8-17(2/3) Arthur goes to war with 11 kings (well, 10 kings and a duke, but who's counting?).
Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free.
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Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to...
2023-07-1142 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastLe Morte d'Arthur I | Chapters 1-7(1/3) The boys begin their foray into Arthurian Legend. In this episode, we learn about the events leading to the birth of Arthur, the Sword in the Stone, and his coronation as King of England. Read along with us! Zach is readinga version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you candownload digitally for free.Link dump:The Once and Future KingSupport us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan CarterHosted by: Ryan Carter...
2023-06-2759 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastEgyptian MythsRyan discusses the family tree of the Egyptian gods. Zach tells the story of the god Osiris. Ryan's source is Egyptian Myths: A Guide to the Ancient Gods and Legends, by Garry J. Shaw. Zach's source is Gods and Myths of Ancient Egypt, by Robert A. Armour.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wastin...
2023-06-131h 13
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastIrish Celtic MythsZach tells the story of the coming of the Tuatha Dé Danann, and the origins of Cú Chulainn. Ryan reveals a personal discovery, and talks about the murder of Bridget Cleary. Zach's source is Lady Gregory's Complete Irish Mythology. Ryan's source is Celtic Myths and Legends by Charles Squire.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting...
2023-05-301h 11
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastNorse Myths | The Master Builder & Thor's Wedding(2/2) Ryan tells the story of the Master Builder (we got giants!) and a short story called Blue of Blue. Zach tells the story of Thor's (fake) wedding. Ryan's sources are Across the Rainbow Bridge, by Kevin Crossley-Holland, and Norse Mythology, by Neil Gaiman. Zach's sources are the Prose Edda and the Poetic Edda.
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Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller...
2023-05-161h 03
Decentralized Radio#4 Ryan Carter | Practicing Decentralized Health & The Importance Of LightIf you're sick and tired of being sick and tired watch this episode, where we interview Nutritional Therapist and Decentralized health coach Ryan Carter (Live Vitae) on the MISSING side to this healing story.Ryan Carter (@livevitae) is based in Nicaragua and is a Registered Nutritional Therapist, Sports Nutritionist (undertaking), Personal Trainer, Leader in personalized health optimisation and founder of the Health Coaching & Personalized Nutrition Clinic, Live Vitae. He inspires thousands of individuals worldwide with his wisdom and insight via his website, social media, podcast, and speaking events. In this episode we will dis...
2023-05-111h 36
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastNorse Myths | Odin's Eye and the Treasure's of the Gods(1/2) Ryan & Zach talk about how Odin lost his eye, and how Thor obtained his hammer. Ryan's sources are Across the Rainbow Bridge, by Kevin Crossley-Holland, and Norse Mythology, by Neil Gaiman. Zach's sources are the Prose Edda and the Poetic Edda.
Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal.
Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks...
2023-05-021h 08
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastGreek Myths | Pandora's Box(2/2) This episode the boys talk about Prometheus and his brother Epimetheus, the creation of humanity, and the worst portrayal of women. Ryan is reading from Mythos, by Stephen Fry. Zach is reading from Metamorphoses, by Ovid and The Poems of Hesiod: Theogony, Works and Days, and the Shield of Herakles, by Barry B. Powell.
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Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosts: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
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2023-04-1854 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastGreek Myths | The Wedding of the Gods(1/2) Ryan talks about the Birth of Hephaestus, his betrothal to Persephone, the first ever (double) wedding, the Origin of Bees, and the Birth of Athena. Zach talks about the Origin of Turtles. Ryan is reading Mythos, by Stephen Fry. Zach is reading Metamorphoses, by Ovid, Homer, Hesiod.
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Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album...
2023-04-0450 min
Functionally Literate: The Book Club PodcastIntroductionRyan and Zach introduce themselves and figure out what this podcast is going to be all about.
Producer: Ryan Carter
Director: Ryan Carter
Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz
Audio Recordist: Chris D. Mooney
Editor: Ryan Carter
Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, Wasting Time.
Special thanks to Vidwest Studios for providing some equipment and a recording space.
(00:00) Introduction
(00:37) What are we doing?
(03:45) Why are we doing this?
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2023-04-0435 min
Just Press RecordJust Press Record #18 | Don't go to work but go to workIn this podcast we were joined by Reece, Amir, another Ryan and Brandon (who joined later in the podcast). We talk about how we have been trying to keep busy, but as usual we get sidetracked into endless tangents, from people sending photos of "the eel" to the concept of private clamping. As mentioned in the introduction, this was recorded over discord so we did experience minor connectivity issues and I have made efforts to minimize the effect of this in the editing process.
Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/just-press-record/id1371724437.
2020-05-301h 18
Just Press RecordJust Press Record #10 | Snapchat, taxes, jobs, Matt's ExIn this podcast me and Ryan basically decided to catch up on what else was going on in our infamously boring lives as well as the lives of other people in our little group going from Ryan meeting some girl in Lewisham all the way to Tax avoidance.
Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/just-press-record/id1371724437.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cr7Wemf3HI5YXIpSwxhjf
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2018-09-221h 03
Just Press RecordJust Press Record #10 | Snapchat, taxes, jobs, Matt's ExIn this podcast me and Ryan basically decided to catch up on what else was going on in our infamously boring lives as well as the lives of other people in our little group going from Ryan meeting some girl in Lewisham all the way to Tax avoidance.
Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/just-press-record/id1371724437.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cr7Wemf3HI5YXIpSwxhjf
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/just-press-record
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2018-09-221h 03
Just Press RecordJust Press Record #3 | food poisoning, Hippo wardIn this episode of Just press record we talk about Ryan's ex allegedly giving him food poisoning, Daniel throwing people under the bus in some situations and Ryan Taking his son to the hospital.
Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/just-press-record/id1371724437.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cr7Wemf3HI5YXIpSwxhjf
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2018-04-1238 min
Just Press RecordJust Press Record #3 | food poisoning, Hippo wardIn this episode of Just press record we talk about Ryan's ex allegedly giving him food poisoning, Daniel throwing people under the bus in some situations and Ryan Taking his son to the hospital.
Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/just-press-record/id1371724437.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cr7Wemf3HI5YXIpSwxhjf
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/just-press-record
Google podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNGE1ZTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz
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2018-04-1238 min
Ryan Carter MusicPray, Scowl, Yell, Growl Ft. The WolfPray, Scowl, Yell, Growl Ft. The Wolf by Ryan Carter
2018-01-0104 min
2018-01-0103 min
Ryan Carter MusicShe Let Me Hit ItRyan Carter comes out heavy handed with an intricate dose of 20 dynamic rap songs meshed together on this double-LP masterpiece. The witty Detroit-embraced banter embodies a comedic style of musicianship through the lyrical onset of exceptional deliveries.
2018-01-0103 min
Ryan Carter MusicSpittin' A Loogie Ft. The Wolf & Kay StreetRyan Carter comes out heavy handed with an intricate dose of 20 dynamic rap songs meshed together on this double-LP masterpiece. The witty Detroit-embraced banter embodies a comedic style of musicianship through the lyrical onset of exceptional deliveries.
2017-12-3104 min
Ryan Carter MusicKeep It RealRyan Carter comes out heavy handed with an intricate dose of 20 dynamic rap songs meshed together on this double-LP masterpiece. The witty Detroit-embraced banter embodies a comedic style of musicianship through the lyrical onset of exceptional deliveries.
2017-12-3104 min
Ryan Carter MusicWild U.SRyan Carter comes out heavy handed with an intricate dose of 20 dynamic rap songs meshed together on this double-LP masterpiece. The witty Detroit-embraced banter embodies a comedic style of musicianship through the lyrical onset of exceptional deliveries.
2017-12-3104 min
Ryan Carter MusicI Leave You With This (Outro)Ryan Carter comes out heavy handed with an intricate dose of 20 dynamic rap songs meshed together on this double-LP masterpiece. The witty Detroit-embraced banter embodies a comedic style of musicianship through the lyrical onset of exceptional deliveries.
2017-12-3002 min
Ryan Carter MusicSins On Yom Kippur[VERSE]
The modern day world is terrible, just horrible
When I hit the streets today, they robbed me of my fucking marbles
Then they ran me over, totally by accident
recover, recouping, bruised pride and broke dick
Will this be available online? Yep, surely will
But I ain't in no beef like that dude named Meek Mill
write to your Senate, Carter's back in it
enticing a fight each day, leads to foul play
okay, now I'm hauling ass down the hallway
chased by 3 tranny's, 5 midgets, and 4 donkeys
Ghetto-trap hotel clerk lookin' like Haddaway
I gotta get the fuck, like...
2017-03-2702 min
Ryan Carter MusicHotpants & TransplantsFrom "Nightmares in America"
Recorded at: Calloway Studios, Mastered by: Ryan Carter
[Bridge]
Street chick, she smells like bile
[Verse 1]
Her legs are chafed
hair dirty, clothes disarrayed
those other Johns don't play
Streets not safe
But she never runs away
after facing foul play
Okie Dokie, there's never much time for the hokey pokey
I pray I don't get a disease
I pray, I pray
[Hook]
I see hot-pants, transplants
Got five bucks in my hand
I gotta pull out, before I blow
Need love quick an in a hurry
hot-pants, transplants
Got a five bucks in my hand
...
2017-01-1602 min
Ryan Carter MusicCrazy (With This Lady)From "The Exaggerated Tales Of..."
Recorded at: Calloway Studios, Mastered by: Ryan Carter
La la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
La la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
La la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
la la
[Verse 1]
Never thought that we would ever be humping friends
Now I'm all confused, after banging you, I got a funny feeling
I first said it was boss to cross the line
going in...
2016-04-1804 min