Books, Broads, & Booze
66 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe aim of this podcast will be to describe a book, which will include spoilers. Followed up with a discussion of the book between a guest and myself. All while, my guest and I enjoy booze. There may also be suggestions of the booze consumed.
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The Story of Stuff by Annie Leonard
March 30, 2020 23:59 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBPublished March 9, 2010, The story of stuff expands on the celebrated documentary exploring the threat of over consumption on the environment, economy, and our health. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
Baked by Mark Haskell Smith
February 24, 2020 00:09 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWelcome to BB&B! This month join Monica and I as we discuss Baked by Mark Haskell Smith. Published in 2010 and at 325 pages, this humorous book is definitely worth checking out. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay Short synopsis, Miro Basinas is an experimental botanist who sells his rarefied marijuana to a discerning clientele. His life changes dramatically after winning the famous Amsterdam Cannabis Cup. Questions and comments m...
Happiness Is the Way
January 27, 2020 00:04 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIt’s a new year. And we decided to start with another self help book. Dr Dwayne Dyer’s lectures have been compiled into a book. Listen to Monica and I discuss what we found. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
White Noise by Don DeLillo
December 30, 2019 00:30 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBJoin Monica and I as we discuss the classic, White Noise. The book describes an academic year in the life of its narrator, Jack Gladney. It’s a strange and funny book about death. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov
November 26, 2019 03:29 - 35 minutes - 33 MBWelcome to BB&B! This month join Monica and I as we discuss The Master and Margarita. Do you want to read something absurd? Something crazy? Unpredictable and slightly obsessed with Pontius Pilate? Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay A great reference for book summary, themes, chapter summaries & analysis, and a list of characters: https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-master-and-margarita/summary Questions and comments may be sent to b...
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon
October 29, 2019 03:18 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBWelcome to BB&B! This month join Kelly and I as we discuss the historical fiction fantasy book Outlander by Diana Gabaldon. Are you a fan of Scotland? Do you like time travel? Are you into really long books? Have you watched the new TV series and wondering about the book? Kelly is a huge fan, has a lot to say, and is willing to give me some concessions. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
Every Thing Is F*cked: a book about hope
September 23, 2019 23:59 - 46 minutes - 43 MBJoin Monica and I as we discuss Mark Manson’s philosophical book about hope. The book discusses religion, morality, human relationships, and ends with technology. It’s only nine chapters and while it says 288 pages, the actual book ends about page 232. The rest are footnotes. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
Girl, Wash Your Face
August 27, 2019 00:05 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBRachel Hollis’s book as described on Wikipedia by: Girl, Wash Your Face is described by The Washington Post as mixing "memoir, motivational tips, Bible quotations and common-sense girl talk."
Circe
July 30, 2019 00:14 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBThis month Monica and I discuss Circe by Madeline Miller. Do you love Greek Mythology? Listen to Monica and I discuss how Madeline Miller brings Circe to life! Circe was present in the Odyssey, but Miller spins her entire life into this very compelling tail! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
How To Change Your Mind
June 25, 2019 00:05 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThis month Monica and I discuss How to Change Your Mind-What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence By Michael Pollan Are you a fan of Michael Pollan? Did you read Omnivore's Dilemma, but question reading a book about drug use? Do you know Michael Pollan? Join Monica and I as we discuss Michael Pollan’s journalist research into psychotropic drugs. It may change your mind. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsb...
The Rosie Project
May 21, 2019 00:25 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBWelcome to BB&B! This episode Monica and I discuss The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. You’ll notice I don’t say the author’s name as I don’t know how! Have you thought about reading this book? Does it keep popping up on your suggested read list? It did for me! I bit the bullet and read the book. Spoiler, I enjoyed it much more than I thought that I would! Join Monica and I as we discuss it! Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
Braving The Wilderness
April 22, 2019 23:52 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBMonica and I discuss how to join the Wilderness and be brave. Theme Music by Dee Yan-Kay
So You’ve Been Publicly Shamed by Jon Ronson
March 26, 2019 00:43 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBListen to Monica and I discuss the social reemergence of public shaming. Questions and comments can be emailed to me [email protected]
A small delay
March 09, 2019 19:39 - 56 seconds - 888 KBI’m still very excited about the show. I’m just not feeling well. A new episode will be recorded after I’m feeling better.
Episode 2: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
February 28, 2019 01:04 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBWelcome to BB&B! Episode 2 Jenn and I discuss the dark and morbid subject of death. We learned more than we anticipated with this book! Caitlin Doughty’s book is an eye opener for those outside the death industry. Join us and listen to our discussion as we dive into the macabre. Questions and comments may be sent to [email protected] Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay
Episode 1: Big Magic
February 28, 2019 01:03 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBWelcome to Broads, Books, & Booze! Episode 1 my friend, Monica, and I discuss Elisabeth Gilbert’s book while we enjoy some delicious wine! This episode is all about jumping out of your comfort zone and being creative. We’re not aiming for perfection. We’re making and creating and giving you the results!! Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay