What's Tom Reading?
YOU NEED THIS PODCAST IN YOUR LIFE! In every show, I will take a book that has a lot to give and then dig deep into the best gems in an entertaining and fast-paced show. It's part book review, part variety show, and all fun! If you're big into books, love learning new things, and you're always looking for something to read, let this show take you where you want to go!
Wed, April 23, 2025
Episode 46 - Sense and Sensibility
Hello my friends and welcome to another to another episode of the What's Tom Reading? podcast! Today, we are talking about the exquisite, interesting, tantalizing, delectable, fascinating Regency era Jane Austen novel, Sense and Sensibility . This is one of the all-time greatest books and one I'm very excited to talk about today! Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Fri, April 18, 2025
Episode 45 - Hard Times
Hello, my friends! Today we are talking about the exquisite piece of literature, Hard Times by Charles Dickens. Dickens is one of the greatest authors of all time and this is one of his grumpiest novels of all time. We break it down today on the show! Thanks for listening! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Tue, April 08, 2025
Episode 44 - A Song of Ice and Fire
Hello my friends! Welcome to another exciting episode of What's Tom Reading?! Today, we are going to be talking about the EPIC fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire , oftentimes referred to as "A Game of Thrones." This is one of the all-time great fantasy fiction series and I am thrilled to be able to talk to you about it today! Thanks for listening. Enjoy the show! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Tue, February 18, 2025
Episode 43 - Die With Zero
Hello my friends, and welcome to another episode of What's Tom Reading! Today we are talking about the interesting, thought-provoking, and somewhat counterintuitive book, Die With Zero by Bill Perkins. This book is all about making sure that you leave this world the same way you came into it - butt naked and without a penny to your name - and in so doing, maximizing your time on this earth. If that sounds interesting to you, then stay tuned and enjoy the show! Special thanks to all of you who have shared and reviewed this podcast. Your help is what keeps this show alive. All the best! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Thu, February 06, 2025
Episode 42 - Sphere - Michael Crichton
Hello, my friends! Today I am talking about the thrilling, intense, and absolutely wild book "Sphere" by Michael Crichton. This one has it all! If you're ready for a great conversation about a great book, then you came to the right place! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Thu, August 08, 2024
Episode 41 - The Alter Ego Effect
Hello, my friends! Today on What's Tom Reading? we are going to be talking about the excellent, interesting, and highly useful book - The Alter Ego Effect by Todd Herman. This book was a lot of fun and gave a lot of great advice! Thanks for listening and please feel free to share this with someone who you think might get a kick out of it! You can reach me at whatstomreading@gmail.com for any complaints, comments, compliments, corrections, or book recommendations and I'll be glad to hear from you! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Mon, July 29, 2024
Episode 40 - Do You Talk Funny?
Hello, my friends! Today we are going to be talking about the highly amusing and useful book, Do You Talk Funny? by David Nihill. This book is all about improving your public speaking skills by adding comedic timing to your toolkit. If you're ready to learn something and be entertained, then stay tuned and enjoy the show! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Sat, June 29, 2024
Episode 39 - Do the Work
Hello, my friends! Today we are talking about the excellent and inspirational book "Do the Work," by Steven Pressfield. We are also going to be catching up after a long time apart. Thank you to all of you who have continued to support the podcast even as I have proven to be unreliable in getting episodes out with regularity. I sincerely appreciate you! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Fri, March 08, 2024
Episode 38 - Unreasonable Hospitality
Hello, my friends! Today we are talking about the very interesting and hugely impactful book, Unreasonable Hospitality , by Will Guidara. This is all about how you can go above and beyond for your customers and be MORE successful because of it. If that sounds interesting to you, stay tuned and enjoy the show! Thanks for listening. Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Wed, February 28, 2024
Episode 37 - Congo
Hello, my friends! Today we are talking about the amazing action/adventure/thriller, "Congo," by Michael Crichton. I've been on a Crichton kick for the last little while as you know and this book is no different. As a little interesting aside, you can watch this podcast episode on YouTube by clicking on this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpDKrIA-PBk Check it out if you're interested! Thanks for listening. Enjoy the show! Tom Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Thu, February 22, 2024
SPECIAL - Michael Crichton
Today on the show we are going to be talking about the one and only Michael Crichton. There's nobody out there like him. Lately, I haven't been able to stop reading his books and I want to pass the mind virus on to you guys! Thanks for listening! Enjoy the show. Tom Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Thu, February 08, 2024
SPECIAL - Human Cure
I wrote another book! Check it out! Ted Ballantyne and Amy Fawcett are brilliant scientists on the cusp of finding a cure for cancer with their cutting-edge nanobot technology. They’re also divorced. Once passionately in love with each other and their work, obsession and betrayal have driven them apart. Now, neither one of them is willing to walk away from the project that they know will change the world. Looming over Ted and Amy is their employer, the mysterious biotech giant ICBN Technologies. Breakthroughs in AI and robotics have recently created some new faces at the company. Incredibly lifelike bots now roam the halls, working alongside the scientists and blurring the lines between human and machine. Disastrous experiments, hostile executives and their own belligerent partnership threaten to topple Ted and Amy’s research. But when Amy receives a devastating diagnosis of her own, she and Ted are pushed to find the cure, and possibly each other, before it's too late.
S36 E36 · Thu, November 16, 2023
Episode 36 - The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels
Hello, my friends! Today I am going to be talking about the very interesting and somewhat controversial book, "The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels" by Alex Epstein. Fair warning, there are going to be some sacred cows offended in this episode. If you keep an open mind, I think you'll like it! Thanks for listening! Mentioned in this episode: Human Cure by Tom Withers
Thu, November 09, 2023
Episode 35 - Mindhunter
Hello, my friends! Today on the show I am going to be talking about the gruesome, grizzly, gory, but very interesting book, "Mindhunter" by John E. Douglas. This book is not for the feint of heart, so I warn you in advance that there is going to be some rough content in this episode, even though I'm going to try to censor specific details about crimes. If you're interested in learning about a true-crime FBI profiling book about what makes the worst of the worst tick, then check out this episode! Thanks for listening!
Tue, August 29, 2023
Episode 34 - The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
Hello, my friends! Today I am talking about the extremely interesting and fascinating Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. This was one of the best little books I have read in a long time. It's hard for me to think of a book that packed so much of a punch in such a small volume. If you're interested in hearing a little bit about the life of one of the greatest men who ever lived, then stay tuned and enjoy the show!
Sat, August 12, 2023
Episode 33 - The Closing of the American Mind
Hello, my friends! Today I am talking about the interesting, erudite, and very, very grouchy book "The Closing of the American Mind" by Allan Bloom. This is a controversial book, written by a controversial man, but it is downright beautiful and full of interesting and valuable things that will make you think. I highly recommend it! If it sounds like something that you would be interested in, then stay tuned and enjoy the show! Tom
Fri, August 11, 2023
Episode 32 - The Saad Truth about Happiness
Hello, my friends! Today I am talking about the very interesting book, "The Saad Truth about Happiness: 8 Secrets for Living the Good Life" by Dr. Gad Saad. This book was a very interesting take on life from a very interesting (and somewhat controversial) author. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I think you would too! If this sounds interesting to you, then stay tuned and enjoy the show! Thanks for all your support.
Sat, July 15, 2023
SPECIAL - Night Choir
My Friends! I have an exciting announcement to make! I wrote a book! In this episode, I talk about my new book, give you a sample of it, and talk a little bit about the writing and publication process. If this sounds interesting to you, then check it out. If you'd like to buy my book, Night Choir, you can find it on Amazon. Thank you all so much for your support! Tom
S1 E31 · Sat, June 17, 2023
Episode 31 - Sasquatch
Hello, my friends! In today's episode, we are going to be talking about the extremely interesting book "Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science" by Dr. Jeffrey Meldrum. This book is a wild ride through all things bigfoot related and how the science may point to the existence of a solitary ape-man in the woods (spoiler alert, it doesn't convince me). If this sounds like it might be interesting to you, then this show is for you! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with someone who you think might get a kick out of it. If you have a spare minute or two, please review the show on whatever platform you use to listen to podcasts. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show! Tom
S1 Enull · Fri, May 12, 2023
SPECIAL - The Journal of M.A.N.
Hell friends! Today I am reviewing the AWESOME zombie book "The Journal of M.A.N. Volume I by Jonathan W. Western. Jonathan is a friend of mine so it is a total pleasure for me to be able not only to read his awesome book, but to do a podcast episode reviewing it. This book is a fantastic first book written by someone who I think will prove to be an up-and-coming force in the genre. Please pick up this book and show Jonathan your love and support! Thanks for listening. If you wouldn't mind sharing and reviewing the show, I would really appreciate it. More episodes coming soon! Tom
Sat, January 07, 2023
Episode 30 - 100 Books of 2022 - Part 1
Hello my friends! Sorry it's taken me so long to upload another episode. I have decided to change up my content creation a little bit and part of that is building a YouTube channel where I will host this podcast in video form as well as other videos I plan to make documenting my various hobbies. This is really a video journal for myself and my kids and a great way for me to keep a record of the things I enjoy most about life. I will continue to post episodes online in podcast form and this podcast will strictly be for the great books that I read. If you are interesting in checking this, or any other content of mine on YouTube, out - please search "What's Tom Doing?" and if the YouTube algorithm gods are gentle, my channel may even show up. Thanks for listening. Enjoy the show!
Fri, January 06, 2023
Episode 30 - 100 Books of 2022 - Part 1
Hello my friends! Today I am staring a mini series on the 100 books that I read in 2022. This will be sort of a blitz of all of the books I read this past year, some of which have been included in the show already and many that haven't. This is a little bit of a different episode because I am recording it in conjunction with content that I am creating for YouTube simultaneously. I recently decided to create a channel there where I will be creating videos about the things that are interesting to me, my hobbies, projects, etc. Included in that will be some of the books that I read, though I plan for this podcast to be the main home of my long-form book reviews into the future. I apologize for the length of time between uploads. This has been a big time in my life and there have been a lot of massive changes. I hope the switch in content isn't too jarring for you guys. If you are interested in checking out the YouTube channel, search "What's Tom Doing" and maybe "100 Books of 2022" and see if the YouTube gods will show you my video. I appreciate all of you, your continued support, and your feedback. Thanks for listening. Enjoy the show!
Thu, July 14, 2022
Episode 29 - Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany
Hello! In this episode of What's Tom Reading, I'm talking about the very interesting WWII book, Blitzed: Drugs in Nazi Germany by Norman Ohler. This books provides a super fascinating lens through which we can view the events and decisions of the Nazis from the lowest foot soldier to the man at the very top. Were they all on drugs? The author seems to think so, and I want to talk about it with you. If that sounds interesting, then check it out! If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think would get a kick out of it. If you love the show, please head over to my Patreon page to support: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading THANKS FOR LISTENING! ENJOY THE SHOW!
Tue, June 28, 2022
Episode 28 - Dracula
Ever wonder where all this vampire stuff started? Well, wonder no more because today we are talking about Bram Stoker's Dracula, the grand-daddy of all vampire stories. If you picture a vampire (that isn't a Twilight vampire) then you are most likely picturing a creature inspired by this book. Come with me as we discuss one of the greatest books ever written! If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think would get a kick out of it. If you love the show, please head over to my Patreon page to support: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading THANKS FOR LISTENING! ENJOY THE SHOW!
Fri, May 06, 2022
Episode 27 - The Boys in the Boat
READ THIS BOOK! I don't say this that often, but you need this book in your life. I don't care who you are. This is all about the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, evil, and pain. It is about striving to be more than your circumstances. This book made me proud to be a human being. If that sounds interesting to you, then pick it up and read it! The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. Thanks for listening. If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think would get a kick out of it. If you love the show, please head over to my Patreon page to support: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading THANKS FOR LISTENING! ENJOY THE SHOW!
Thu, March 17, 2022
Episode 26 - Extreme Ownership
Hello, friends! Today I am talking about the exceptionally inspiring book "Extreme Ownership" by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. This book was excellent and one of the rare and exciting books where you get something INSTANTLY actionable that you can take away with you and implement. I know it changed the way I look at the world around me and I use what I've learned from this book every day in life. If that sounds like something you'd be interested in, you'll love this episode! If you like the show, please feel free to like, review, share, etc. Anything you can do to help please the algorithm overlords and invite other people to be a part of our group would be greatly appreciated! If you love the show and you'd like to support it financially, head over to my Patreon Page and give a couple of books to help keep the show up and keep me in books. Huge thank you to those of you who have already signed up! It means the world to me! Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thanks for listening, enjoy the show!
Thu, March 03, 2022
Episode 25 - Human Errors
Hello, friends! In this episode I talk about the fantastically interesting book "Human Errors: A Panorama of Our Glitches, from Pointless Bones to Broken Genes" by Nathan Lents. This book was a super informative and interesting tour through our anatomy and genetics that shows everything that makes we humans so special, as well as some evolutionary holdovers that seem to be holding us back. I liked this book a lot and I think you will too! If you like the show, please feel free to subscribe, review, and share it with a friend who you think might get a kick out of it. If you LOVED the show, and you'd like to support the creation of future content, please head over to my Patreon page and sign up. Every bit means the world to me: Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thanks for listening! Enjoy the show!
Sun, February 27, 2022
Episode 24 - SPECIAL - Brandon Sanderson
Hello, friends! In this special episode of What's Tom Reading? I get a little bit weird about how much I love Brandon Sanderson, talk about his books, his characters, the worlds he has built, and honestly probably a little bit too much in detail about the magic systems. Some of you asked me to do more reviews on fiction books and this is what has come of that process. I hope you like this episode and honestly, I hope it makes you want to go out and pick up a Brandon Sanderson novel at your earliest convenience! If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think might get a kick out of it. If you LOVE the show, and you'd like to help support it financially, please feel free to go over to my Patreon page and sign up: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading HUGE THANK YOU TO THE PATREONS OF THE SHOW! I WOULDN'T BE ABLE TO KEEP THIS UP FOR LONG WITHOUT YOUR SUPPORT! Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show!
Sat, February 12, 2022
Episode 23 - Never Split the Difference
Hello, friends! Today I am talking about the AWESOME negotiation book called: "“Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if your Life Depended on it” by Chris Voss. This book combines that gritty Cop Noir type genre with a standard business self-help type book for an awesome all around book that will both entertain and educate you. If you're interested in learning some new negotiating skills, you'll love this episode! Thanks for listening! If you like the show, please subscribe, share, and review it. Share it with a friend in the real world who you think would get a kick out of it. If you LOVE the show and you'd like to support it financially, head on over to my Patreon page and join up to help keep the show on the air: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading HUGE thank you to my Patreons. You guys make the show possible! Thanks for your support!
Wed, February 09, 2022
Episode 22 - Zero to One
Hi guys! Today I am talking about the unique book on innovation and progress, "“Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future” by Peter Thiel. I'll admit that when I first picked up this book, I had low expectations. After all, I thought it would be just another business book written by some rich guy who thinks he has something important to say. But I gotta tell you, this one caught me off guard a few times. If you're interested in hearing a weird guy talk about another weird guy's weird ideas, then you came to the right place! You'll enjoy this one! Thanks for listening, and thanks so much for your support! If you love the show and you'd like to support it financially, please feel free to head over to my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thanks so much to all of you for your support. It means the world to me!
Thu, February 03, 2022
Episode 21 - Chain of Title
Hello, my friends! Today I am talking about the dense but rewarding book "Chain of Title: How Three Ordinary Americans Uncovered Wall Street’s Great Foreclosure Fraud” by David Dayen. As the title suggests, this book is about the 2008 financial crisis and how a cancer nurse, a car salesman, and an insurance specialist banded together to find out why they and so many others had lost their homes. They navigate a hostile legal landscape and take on some of America’s biggest institutions head on. If you’re ready for an underdog story, you came to the right place. Enjoy the show! If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think will get a kick out of it. If you LOVE the show, and you'd like to help support it financially, then head on over to my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thanks for listening! Enjoy the show!
Fri, January 28, 2022
Episode 20 - The Element
Hello, my friends! Today I am talking about the inspiring book "The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything” by Ken Robinson. This book is all about discovering your passions, pairing those passions with a talent, and discovering your "Element." It also gives some advice and great examples of people through history who have overcome the barriers to getting to that place where you love what you do, and you are good at it. If you like the show, please share it with someone who you think would get a kick out of it. It means the world to me to be able to share this passion. If you LOVE the show, then head over to my Patreon page and spend a buck or two to help keep me in books: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Your support means the world to me! Thank you all. Enjoy the show!
Sun, January 23, 2022
Episode 19 - Essentialism
Hi guys! Today I am talking about the amazing book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown. This book is all about helping you discover the things that are truly important and essential in life while trimming away all of the many things we all do that aren't actually helping us to reach our goals. This book sincerely changed the way I look at my own life and priorities and it has given me a ton to think about! If you're interested in ways that you can streamline your own life, you'll like this episode. Thanks for listening, and thanks for all of your support! If you want to get a hold of me with any suggestions, comments, concerns, complaints, or anything else, you can email me at whatstomreading@gmail.com. If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think might get a kick out of it. If you LOVED the show, and you'd like to support it financially, head over to my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading As always, thanks for listening, and I hope you enjoy the show!
Fri, January 21, 2022
Episode 18 - Red Notice
Hi guys! Today I am talking about the political thriller, "Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man's Quest for Justice" by Bill Browder. This book is a look behind the curtain into the gangster oligarchs running Russia from behind the scenes, how they seized power after the fall of the Soviet Union during the era of privatization, and how Vladimir Putin rose to become the kingpin of the whole thing. The book was written by an American who finds himself caught up in a political struggle between all these parties, has a good friend murdered, and ends up on an Interpol most-wanted "Red Notice" board. The Russians want him bad, and if you want to know why, you'll have to listen to this episode! I think you'll get a kick out of it. Thanks for listening! If you like the show, please feel free to share it with someone who you think might get a kick out of it. If you LOVE the show and you'd like to support it financially, head over to my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading As always, thank you so much for listening and for all your support. It means the world to me!
Sat, January 15, 2022
Episode 17 - T: The Story of Testosterone
Hi guys! Today I am talking about the excellent non-fiction book called "T: The Story of Testosterone, the Hormone that Dominates and Divides Us" by Dr. Carole Hooven. This book was a highly-educational overview of endocrinology and evolutionary biology delivered in a surprisingly entertaining package. It was full of very interesting facts about the way testosterone shapes both man and animal alike and how it impacts the world we live in. I loved this book, and I think you'll get a kick out of learning about it. If you like the podcast, please feel free to subscribe on whatever platform you are using, leave a review, and share it with a friend who you think might get a kick out of it. If you LOVED the podcast, and you'd like to support future episodes, head over to my patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thank you guys so much for your support! Enjoy the show!
Thu, January 06, 2022
Episode 16 - Ego is the Enemy
Hi guys! Today's episode is talking about the awesome self-improvement/philosophy book "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. This book talks about implementing good stoic philosophy and the wisdom of humble greatness into your life. If you can stay humble, there is no end to your potential. If you let your ego get in the way, then there is every likelihood that you will fail, or at least not reach your fullest potential. This book was important to me and gave me a lot to think about. If you're interested, check it out! If you like the show, please share it with someone who you think might get a kick out of it. If you loved the show, please head over to my patreon page and give a couple of bucks to keep me in books: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thanks for your support! Enjoy the show!
Thu, December 30, 2021
Episode 15 - SPECIAL - Universe 25
Hello, friends! In this special Holiday episode of What's Tom Reading?, I am talking about a very interesting paper I read recently called Universe 25 by Dr. John B. Calhoun. The paper was written to document the results of an experiment in which the Doctor and his colleagues set up a perfect mouse utopia only to witness as it completely destroyed itself from the inside. I thought this was super fascinating and I think you will too! I also wanted to thank all of you for your support in getting this show up off the ground over the last few months. It has meant a lot to me and your feedback is greatly appreciated! If you want to get in touch with me, I can be reached at whatstomreading@gmail.com. If you'd like to help support the podcast, here is a link to my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatstomreading Thank you all so much for your kind support! It means the world to me. Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! 2022 is going to be OUR YEAR!
Sun, December 12, 2021
Episode 14 - Twilight
Hi guys! At your request, I finally made it through Twilight and in this episode I'm going to talk all about it. I have some serious issues with this book, but I also try to take time to talk about the highlights as well. If you're interested, please enjoy the show! Thanks for listening, and thanks so much for all of your support! You guys are the best!
Sat, December 04, 2021
Episode 13 - Spycraft
Today's episode is about the book "Spycraft: The Secret History of the CIA’s Spytechs from Communism to Al Qaeda” by Robert Wallace and H. Keith Melton. This book is a wild ride through the intricate and secretive world of spies, espionage, and intelligence gathering. I talk a little bit about all the gizmos, gadgets, gear, and awesome agents who work behind the scenes to fight America's enemies abroad. If you are interested in James Bond, Jason Bourne, or any other super cool spy action thriller stuff, then you're going to love this one! If you want to pick it up for yourself and you'd like to support the podcast at no extra cost to you, please use this link: https://amzn.to/3309rK7 Thanks for listening!
Mon, November 22, 2021
Episode 12 - The End of Craving
Today's book is "The End of Craving" by Mark Schatzker. This one is about all of the things in our modern diet that are screwing us up and killing us. If you want to end up paranoid about what's in your flour, then this one's for you. If you want to pick up the book for yourself and you'd like to support the podcast, please use this link: https://amzn.to/3CHnVuC Thanks for listening and thanks so much for all of your support! You guys are the best.
Wed, November 17, 2021
Episode 11 - Gates of Fire
Hi guys! Today I'm talking about the book "Gates of Fire" by Steven Pressfield. This book is a historical fiction novel about the 300 Spartans and their heroic last stand at the "hot gates" in Thermopylae to fight off the Persian Emperor Xerxes and his massive army. It's a great book that offers an interesting take on one of the greatest stories ever told. Check it out! If you want to pick up the book yourself and you'd like to support the show at no extra cost to you, please use this link: https://amzn.to/3cpzfAS Thanks for listening. Enjoy the show!
Thu, November 11, 2021
Episode 10 - The Gray Lady Winked
Hi guys! Today I'm talking about the book "The Gray Lady Winked: How the New York Times's Misreporting, Distortions, and Fabrications Radically Alter History" by Ashley Rindsberg. This book was CRAZY! If you're into news and/or politics at all, you have to make this book a part of your life. If you want to pick it up and you'd like to support the show at no extra cost to you, please use this link: https://amzn.to/3oiViic Thanks so much for listening and for all of your support!
Mon, November 08, 2021
Episode 9 - Forensic History
Hi guys! Today I am talking about the Great Courses lecture series called "Forensic History: Crimes, Frauds, and Scandals" performed by lecturer Elizabeth A. Murray. If you are into "true crime" as a genre and you have a strong stomach, I think you'll get a kick out of this episode! If you want to pick up the book for yourself and you'd like to help out the podcast at no cost to you, then please use this link to buy it: https://amzn.to/3BXXNLA Thanks for listening, and thank you for your support! It means a lot!
Tue, November 02, 2021
Episode 8 - Red Roulette
In this episode I talk about the autobiographical expose of the evils and excesses of the Chinese Communist Party, "Red Roulette" by Desmond Shum. This is an important book that has some crazy takeaways! If you're into world politics or you just want to learn a little more about the Chinese system of government, I think you'll get a kick out of this episode! Thanks so much for listening. If you want to pick up this book for yourself, click on the link below and it will take you to the Amazon page for it. If you buy it after clicking through with this link, Amazon will give me a few pennies for sending you over. You'll be supporting this podcast and it won't cost you anything! - https://amzn.to/2ZOZ6zm Thank you so much for all of your support!
Wed, October 27, 2021
Episode 7 - How to Invent Everything
On this episode I talk about the book "How to Invent Everything" by Ryan North. This is a fact-filled invention-focused non-fiction book with a super cool fictitious premise. In some ways this book is everything I could ever dream of in a book. It was full of useful and practical knowledge delivered in a fun and engaging way. If this sounds interesting to you, I think you'll get a kick out of this episode. If you want to pick up the book for yourself, this is one that I'd highly recommend owning. If you use the link below, you can pick up the book and simultaneously support this podcast at no additional cost to you: https://amzn.to/3nDregC Thanks so much for listening!
Sun, October 24, 2021
Episode 6 - The History of the Vikings
Today I'm talking about the audiobook - The History of the Vikings. This book is a compilation of very cool lectures on Norse mythology, culture, and impact, with a particular focus on the raiding, pillaging warrior class of Vikings! If you are into Vikings, I think you'll get a kick out of this episode! If you want to pick up the book, you can support this show with no extra cost to you by purchasing through this link: https://amzn.to/3pr998g Thanks for listening! Enjoy the show!
Wed, October 20, 2021
Episode 5 - The Screwtape Letters
Hi guys! In this episode I talk about The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. This awesome and highly-quotable book was a ton of fun to read and I think it will be a ton of fun for you to hear some of the coolest little nuggets of wisdom from it! If you want to pick it up yourself, and you'd like to support the podcast at no cost to you, please use this link: https://amzn.to/3lCeiI9 Thanks for listening!
Tue, October 12, 2021
Episode 4 - I Am Legend
This week I read the book I Am Legend by Richard Matheson. You may have seen the Hollywood movie with Will Smith, and it was great, but if you haven't read the book then you are missing out! I couldn't put this one down and I know you're going to get a kick out of hearing about. If you want to pick this book up, here is the link to Amazon. By using this link to buy the book, you help out the show (and it doesn't cost you anything extra). https://amzn.to/3mVozOZ Thanks for listening!
Sat, October 09, 2021
Episode 3 - By Water Beneath the Walls
In this episode, I review "By Water Beneath the Walls" by Benjamin Milligan. This book talks about the rise of the Navy SEALS and how one of the world's foremost elite special forces units came to be. This is a pretty obscure book, but one that you're definitely going to want to learn more about! Check it out! Thanks for listening.
Sat, October 09, 2021
Episode 2 - Antifragile
In this episode, I talk about Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. This is a semi-obscure collection of essays on extremely low-probability events and how they interact with broader systems. I know it doesn't sound like a thrill-ride, but I promise this book has a lot to offer! Check out this episode and see for yourself! Thanks for listening!
Sat, October 09, 2021
Episode 1 - Jurassic Park
This week I review one of the all-time great science fiction novels - Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park. I figured, what better way to start this podcast than by talking about one of the best scifi books ever written? Thanks for listening, I hope you like it!
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