Best Ryan F Samuels Podcasts (2025)

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735 Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf (with Mark Hussey) | My Last Book with Graham Watson 1:23:55

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Jacke talks to author Mark Hussey (Mrs Dalloway: Biography of a Novel) about Virginia Woolf's beloved novel Mrs Dalloway, which turned 100 earlier this year. PLUS author Graham Watson (The Invention of Charlotte Bronte) stops by to discuss his choice for the last book he will ever read. Join Jacke on a trip through literary England (signup open thr…

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Bonus Episode: Bipartisan Betrayals: A Historical Examination of First Amendment Abuses by U.S. Presidential Administrations 13:24

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Send us a text In this episode of the Ryan Samuel Show, we explore the troubling history of First Amendment abuses by both Republican and Democratic presidential administrations, from John Adams to the present day, 2025. Exploring pivotal cases like the Alien and Sedition Acts, Nixon’s Watergate-era tactics, and recent pressures on media and speech…

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AOC’s Smears, ICE Raids, and the Fight for Freedom 57:00

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Send us a text Ryan Samuels brings the heat in this explosive episode, tearing into AOC’s hypocritical House floor attack on Charlie Kirk’s legacy post-assassination—calling his pro-liberty stance “ignorant” while dodging the real issue: political violence. We dive into viral ICE raids shutting down open-border chaos, leaving commie activists stunn…

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Tonight on the Ryan Samuels show: Chaos in the Spotlight 1:07:48

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Send us a text Buckle up for an unapologetic night of raw takes and political fireworks as Late Night Unfiltered tackles the headlines rocking the nation. Fresh off ABC's bombshell suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, we break down Kimmel's defiant stand: the late-night kingpin flat-out refuses to grovel or pony up a donation to Charlie Kirk's grievin…

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734 The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien (#16 GBOAT) | 1925 - A Literary Encyclopedia (with Tom Lutz) 56:09

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Jacke talks to author Tom Lutz about 1925: A Literary Encyclopedia, which provides a fascinating window into a year when literature was arguably at its peak centrality. PLUS a look at J.R.R. Tolkien and his influential Lord of the Rings, #16 on the list of the Greatest Books of All Time. Join Jacke on a trip through literary England (signup open th…

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ANTIFA's Reign of Terror, Kimmel's Late-Night Meltdown, and Trump's Triumphant UK Visit 1:02:57

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Send us a text Join Ryan Samuels as he dives into the explosive designation of Antifa as a major domestic terrorist organization by President Trump, unpacking the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and the radical left's escalating violence that's finally facing real consequences. We break down the backlash against Jimmy Kimmel, whose inflammat…

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Legal Twists, Political Power Plays, and Courtroom Drama: Luigi's Win, Patel's Rise, and Robinson's Reckoning 1:03:20

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Send us a text In this gripping episode of The Ryan Samuels Show, we dive deep into three seismic stories shaking the nation. First, the stunning dismissal of terrorist charges against Luigi Mangione, the alleged mastermind behind a high-profile plot—could this be a miscarriage of justice or a calculated exoneration? We break down the courtroom bom…

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Knowledge Counts: Our Journey to PQS with Tammy Stockley, Marc Brown and Diana Massawa 28:38

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For this episode of Knowledge Counts, we are speaking with three CIQS members who share the path they took to join CIQS and earn their designations.By Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS)

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JD Vance Declares War on Far-Left Extremism: A Tribute to Charlie Kirk 1:07:55

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Send us a text In this hard-hitting episode of The Ryan Samuels Show, host Ryan Samuels dives into Vice President JD Vance's bold declaration of war against far-left extremism, delivered during his emotional guest-hosting of the late Charlie Kirk's podcast. Following the tragic assassination of conservative icon Charlie Kirk, Vance vows to confront…

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733 Haruki Murakami (with Mike Palindrome | To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (#17 GBOAT) | A Letter from Tehran 1:24:11

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Haruki Murakami (b. 1949) is one of the rare writers who combines literary admiration with widespread appeal. Host Jacke Wilson is joined by lifelong Murakami fan Mike Palindrome to discuss what makes his novels so compelling, so mysterious, and so popular. Works discussed include The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, Norwegian Wood, Kafka on the Shore, and …

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Tyler Robinson - Charlie Kirk Assassin What we know 1:06:35

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Send us a text In this gripping episode, Ryan Samuels dives into the shocking case of Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old Utah resident identified as the suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Explore the latest details surrounding the two-day manhunt, Robinson’s capture after a family member’s tip…

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How Marxism and Left-Wing Violence Are Infiltrating America The Death of Charlie Kirk 14:16

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Send us a text In this explosive one-hour monologue on The Ryan Samuels Show, host Ryan Samuels pulls no punches as he exposes the creeping influence of Marxism and communism in the United States. From the halls of academia to the streets of Portland, Samuels traces the historical roots and modern manifestations of these ideologies, revealing how t…

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732 The Bible (#18 GBOAT) | The Diaries of Samuel Pepys (with Kate Loveman) | Health Advice 1:13:35

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Jacke starts the episode by looking at the different ways that ten writers have viewed the Bible, #18 on the list of the Greatest Books of All Time. Then he's joined by scholar Kate Loveman, one of the few people in the world who's been able to read the diaries of Samuel Pepys in the original shorthand, for a discussion of her book The Strange Hist…

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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk - A Nation in Shock 1:07:30

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Send us a text In this gripping episode, conservative political commentator Ryan Samuels dives into the shocking and tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. With a constitutionalist lens, Samuels examines the events leading up to the incident, the motives behind the attack, and its profound impact on the political landsc…

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Investigating Media Bias, Crime Policies, and America’s Justice Crisis 42:19

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Send us a text In this compelling 3-hour special of The Ryan Samuels Show, host Ryan Samuels explores the stark contrast in media coverage between the tragic Charlotte murder of Iryna Zarutska and the high-profile Daniel Penny case. Uncover how funding from figures like George Soros influences prosecutors and crime policies, contributing to rising …

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Secularism's Slippery Slope: Navigating the Risks to Faith and Culture 53:17

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Send us a text oin Ryan Samuels as he dives into the heated debate over secularism’s impact on America’s moral and cultural fabric. From the erosion of shared values to the rise of competing ideologies, we’ll explore the dangers of a society drifting from its religious roots. Plus, we’ll discuss President Trump’s personal Bible, now on display at t…

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731 The Brothers Karamazov Reclaimed (#19 Greatest Book of All Time) 1:21:06

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Responding to a special request from a listener, Jacke discusses Fyodor Dostoevsky, his novel The Brothers Karamazov, and the search for meaning in a meaningless world. This episode was originally released as episode #250 on October 7, 2020. For reasons Jacke discusses, it has not been available for several years. One show note: at several points i…

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Bonus Episode: The Apology of Socrates and Its Modern Relevance 16:02

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of The Ryan Samuels Show, host Ryan Samuels delves into Plato's Apology of Socrates, exploring the timeless significance of Socrates' defense speech during his trial in ancient Athens. Ryan unpacks the key themes of truth, integrity, and the pursuit of wisdom in the face of societal pressure, drawing…

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DOJ Considers Banning Transgender People from Owning Guns 1:11:19

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Send us a text In this episode of The Ryan Samuels Show, conservative commentator Ryan Samuels dives into the breaking news from the Department of Justice: early-stage discussions on restricting firearm ownership for transgender individuals, potentially by classifying gender dysphoria as a disqualifying mental condition under federal law. Triggered…

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RFK Jr.'s Senate Showdown: Navigating CDC Chaos and Vaccine Controversies 1:10:22

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Send us a text In this explosive episode of The Ryan Samuels Show, host Ryan Samuels dives into the firestorm surrounding Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s radical moves at the CDC. From the abrupt firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez to the mass resignation of top officials and the controversial dismissal of the entire va…

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730 "To Autumn" by John Keats | The Invention of Charlotte Brontë (with Graham Watson) | My Last Book with Sara Charles 1:06:20

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Jacke looks forward to a new season by exploring the language and imagery of John Keats's famous ode to autumn. Then he talks to Graham Watson about his new book The Invention of Charlotte Brontë: A New Life, which tells the story of how how Charlotte reinvented herself as an acclaimed author, a mysterious celebrity, and a passionate lover. PLUS Sa…

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China Military Parade 2025: Global Power Showcase & Florida's No Vaccine Mandate Revolution 1:08:35

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Send us a text Join Ryan Samuels for an explosive episode diving into China's 2025 Military Parade, a stunning display of global power, advanced weaponry, and geopolitical strategy. We unpack the implications of China's military might and what it signals for international relations. Plus, we explore Florida's bold no-vaccine-mandate stance, dissect…

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US Marines Off Venezuela – Trump, Maduro & Cartel Clash 1:02:53

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Send us a text Join host Ryan Samuels for a gripping episode of the Ryan Samuels Show on X, diving into the escalating tensions off Venezuela's coast. This episode unpacks the deployment of US Marines, Trump’s strategic warship maneuvers, and the looming threat of invasion against Maduro’s regime. Get exclusive insights into the US crackdown on Ven…

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729 Milton the Revolutionary (with Orlando Reade) | My Last Book with Jodi Picoult | More Exciting News 1:07:45

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Since the publication of John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost in 1667, readers and critics have noted the relationship between the poem and the author's political and personal struggles. What has been less prominent - at least until now - is how the poem came to haunt various political struggles over the next four centuries. In this episode, Jacke…

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Beyond Politics: Mental Health, Guns, and School Safety 1:19:46

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Send us a text The Minneapolis school shooting has exposed America's mental health crisis in devastating clarity. When a shooter opened fire at Annunciation Catholic School, killing two children who were simply praying, the political machine immediately began its familiar dance – but this time, something different emerged. As details surfaced about…

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"Tragic Shooting at Minneapolis Catholic School: Mental Health, Gun Control, and the Failure of Our Systems" 1:04:25

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Send us a text A Catholic school in Minneapolis became the site of another American tragedy yesterday morning when a shooter opened fire during Mass, killing multiple people and injuring others. While mainstream platforms censor crucial aspects of this conversation, we're diving deep into what happened and why. The shooter, identified as Robin West…

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Trump Targets Big Tech Censorship, Fed Shake-Up, and Australia’s Bold Move Against Iran | Podcast Episode 1:04:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into three seismic stories shaping free speech, economic policy, and global security. President Trump’s executive order on Section 230 takes aim at Big Tech censorship, challenging social media platforms’ liability protections under the Communications Decency Act. With conservatives facing demonetized account…

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Free Speech or Flag Burning? 1:03:24

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Send us a text When does patriotism cross the line into restricting our fundamental freedoms? That's the question at the heart of tonight's episode as we dive into Donald Trump's controversial executive order criminalizing flag burning with a one-year jail sentence. As a military veteran who's attended funerals where flags draped the coffins of fal…

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728 The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain (#20 GBOAT) | Lorraine Hansberry - RECLAIMED 1:30:35

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As part of the "25 for '25" series, Jacke starts the episode with a look at #20 on the list of Greatest Books of All Time, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain. Then he reclaims a previous episode devoted to Lorraine Hansberry, author of A Raisin in the Sun, a brilliant playwright who died at the tragically young age of 34. (The Hansbe…

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Bolton Raid: DOJ's Power Play or Legitimate Action? 1:10:43

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Letitia James Defeated: The Fall of a $500 Million Fine 1:07:35

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Send us a text Breaking legal news takes center stage as the New York Supreme Court delivers a devastating blow to Attorney General Letitia James by overturning the $500 million fine against Donald Trump. This landmark decision hinges on a crucial finding – there were absolutely no victims in the civil fraud case. Even CNN's legal analysts call it …

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727 Earthly Paradise in Old French Verse (with Jacob Abell) | My Last Book with Victorian Literature Expert Allen MacDuffie | A Dueling Neapolitan Passionate for Poetry 1:04:12

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What happened to Eden? While today we might view the story of Adam and Eve as metaphorical, for many generations of Christians, the Earthly Paradise was a vibrant symbol at the heart of the cosmos. In this episode, Jacke talks to Jacob Abell about his book Spiritual and Material Boundaries in Old French Verse: Contemplating the Walls of the Earthly…

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Trump Takes Control: Federal Takeover of DC and Rising Threats 1:07:04

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Send us a text The American culture war reaches new battlegrounds as we examine three remarkable stories shifting the nation's landscape. First, we dive into Cracker Barrel's dramatic renovation plans that have loyal customers up in arms. The beloved Southern restaurant chain's CEO claims "overwhelmingly positive" feedback despite apparent backlash…

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726 England vs France - A Literary Battle Royale (with Mike Palindrome) - RECLAIMED 1:03:36

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“Our dear enemies,” a French writer once called the English. Englishman John Cleese called the French “our natural enemies” and joked “if we have to fight anyone, I say let’s fight the French.” With the exception of some (very important) twentieth-century alliances, the French and the English have been at each others’ throats for a thousand years. …

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From Military Service to Media Maverick: Ryan Samuels Tells All 2:23:00

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725 The Trial by Franz Kafka (#21 GBOAT) | Edith Wharton and Patrick O'Brian (with Olivia Wolfgang-Smith) | An Uplifting Story 1:18:40

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Jacke starts the episode with an uplifting story, then submerges himself into chaos and absurdity for a look at The Trial by Franz Kafka, which lands at #21 on the list of Greatest Books of All Time. Then he welcomes novelist Olivia Wolfgang-Smith to the show for a discussion of her admiration for Edith Wharton, her passion for the works of Patrick…

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724 The Stranger by Albert Camus (#22 Greatest Book of All Time) | Christopher Isherwood (with Jake Poller) | Postcard from a Listener in Yunnan 1:01:38

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Put on your black turtleneck! Jacke starts the episode with a look at #22 on the list of The Greatest Books of All Time, The Stranger by Albert Camus. Then he talks to Jake Poller about British and American novelist and playwright Christopher Isherwood, whose Goodbye to Berlin was adapted into the stage musical and movie Cabaret. In discussing his …

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Talk, Talk, Talk: The Insanity Behind Today's Headlines 1:04:17

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Send us a text Our world seems to be spiraling into madness, and this episode takes you through the looking glass to examine three major stories that exemplify this troubling reality. After paying tribute to American hero Jim Lovell, the Apollo 13 commander who recently passed away at 97, we dive into a scandal that should alarm every parent in Ame…

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Political Shenanigans: Fort Stewart, Fake Census, and Florida's Tax Revolution 1:04:02

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Send us a text What happens when the very systems designed to ensure fair representation become tools for political advantage? This episode dives deep into the intersection of census counts, property rights, and justice in America today. The Fort Stewart shooting incident involving Sergeant Cornelius Radford reveals troubling questions about milita…

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The End of an Era: Howard Stern, Russiagate, and the Death of Legacy Media 1:01:46

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Send us a text The media landscape is shifting beneath our feet as once-untouchable figures face the consequences of their own choices. Howard Stern's stunning fall from irreverent boundary-pusher to partisan scold serves as a perfect case study in how celebrities can destroy their own careers by alienating half their audience. Stern, who once buil…

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723 The Moral Rights of Authors (with Mira T Sundara Rajan) | My Last Book with Radha Vatsal 1:16:28

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As technology advances, the ability of authors and artists to prevent their works from being pirated or misused has become urgent. In this episode, Jacke talks to copyright expert Mira T. Sundara Rajan (The Moral Rights of Authors and Artists: From the Birth of Copyright to the Age of Artificial Intelligence) about the history of copyright law, the…

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722 Kerouac's Road - A Conversation with Ebs Burnough, Director of a New Kerouac Documentary | My Last Book with Beat Generation Expert Steven Belletto 1:03:15

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Since its publication in 1957, Jack Kerouac's iconic novel On the Road has inspired millions to head for the highways and live life to its fullest. In this episode, Jacke talks to filmmaker Ebs Burnough about his new documentary Kerouac's Road: The Beat of a Nation, which interweaves stories of modern-day travelers with those influenced by or conne…

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721 Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert (The #23 Greatest Book of All Time) 1:28:14

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Jacke continues his journey through the list of the 25 Greatest Books of All Time with a look at Flaubert's "perfect novel," Madame Bovary (1856-57). Telling the story of the bored wife of a provincial doctor who enters into a series of infidelities, Flaubert's debut caused an immediate sensation - and changed the way we've come to view both novels…

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720 The 25 Greatest Books of All Time - #24 "The Odyssey" by Homer | The Conclusion to F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" (with Mike Palindrome) 1:23:43

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Jacke continues his analysis of "The 25 Greatest Books of All Time" by a special look at Homer's Odyssey. Then Mike Palindrome, the president of the Literature Supporters Club, joins Jacke for a discussion of the second half of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1922 story, "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," in which a young midwesterner travels to a secluded Mo…

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719 "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" by F Scott Fitzgerald (with Mike Palindrome) | 25 for 25 - #25 The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck 1:51:49

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In June of 1922, the twenty-five-year-old wunderkind F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," an incredible story of fabulously wealthy people living a secret life in remote Montana. Later that month, he began composing his most famous work, The Great Gatsby. In this episode, Jacke and Mike read and discuss this early Fitzger…

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718 Jim - The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade (with Shelley Fisher Fishkin) | Mark Twain's Dreams 1:36:04

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In this episode, Jacke talks to eminent Twain scholar Shelley Fisher Fishkin (Was Huck Black?: Mark Twain and African-American Voices) about her new book Jim: The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade, which sheds new light on the origins and influence of Mark Twain's beloved yet polarizing figure. PLUS Jacke takes a look at the recent …

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717 Einstein and Kafka (with Ken Krimstein) | Dr Johnson Helps a Friend (and Changes the Course of Literary History) | My Last Book with Fernando Pessoa Expert Bartholomew Ryan 53:41

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It's an action-packed day at the History of Literature! First, Jacke recounts the story of Dr. Johnson racing to the aid of his friend, the playwright Oliver Goldsmith, whose landlady was threatening him with debtor's prison. Naturally, the great critic and dictionary author Johnson found a very literary way to help. Then Jacke is joined by author …

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716 Icelandic Folk Legends (with Dagrun Osk Jonsdottir) | John le Carre at the Bodleian 58:28

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Since the first permanent settlers landed there more than a thousand years ago, Iceland has been perhaps the most unique and enchanting place in all of Europe. How fitting, then, for its people to have developed unique, enchanting, and captivating stories involving hidden people, trolls, ghosts, sea monsters, and more. In this episode, Jacke talks …

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715 How Did George Eliot and the Victorians Respond to Climate Collapse? (with Nathan Hensley) | People at Museums Are Losing Their Brains! | My Last Book with Stephen Browning and Simon Thomas 1:09:12

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What does it feel like to live helplessly in a world that is coming undone? If you're alive in 2025, you are probably very familiar with this feeling - and if you'd been alive in the age of Victorian literature, you might have felt that way too. In this episode, Jacke talks to author Nathan K. Hensley about his book Action without Hope: Victorian L…

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714 The Real Charles Dickens (with Stephen Browning and Simon Thomas) | Dickens and the Theatre 1:22:00

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Charles Dickens (1812-1870) led one of the most colorful and interesting lives of any author. But while many of us are familiar with his unforgettable characters and fantastically successful novels, we often don't know the details of his difficult early life, his success as a reporter, his troubled marriage and suspected relationship with another w…