"There was a boy called Eustace Clarence Scrubb, and he almost deserved it." Thus begins the book of discussion today. What medieval planet did CS Lewis (maybe) base this book on? What's up with Aslan in this book? Is it weird that there's no villain? All this and more! Take a listen!
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The gang is all in one room as they discuss everybody's favorite Narnia book when they're a kid: Prince Caspian. Is Lewis paganizing Aslan? Is Reepicheep the best side-character in literature? IS THE SINGLE BEST DESCRIPTION OF A DECAPIATION IN THIS BOOK???? All pressing questions, and the guys are on the case!
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Join Cooper, Isaiah, and Tanner for as wide ranging a conversation as the journey from southern Calormen to Archenland on C.S. Lewis’ The Horse and His Boy. Are the Narnia books based on the seven planets from medieval cosmology? Was Lewis a universalist? (A precursor to The Last Battle conversation) Is this book effective at worldbuilding? All this and more!
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It’s time. One of the biggest and arguably best kids books of all time. Cooper and Isaiah discuss the particulars of the first (publication-wise) book C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Is the allegory tasteful? How’s the writing? Does Lewis successfully blend mythologies? All this and more—take a listen!
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Officially kicking off an epic series on The Chronicles of Narnia, Cooper and Tanner discuss what is arguably the greatest prequel ever. Except for, you know, the Star Wars ones.
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Cooper, Isaiah, and Tanner sit down to discuss baggage, expectations, and what they think will be their favorite and least favorite book in C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia. We'll be back next week to kick off with The Magician's Nephew!
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IT'S 2023!!! Wow, what an awesome year we had last year, and what an awesome year we have planned this year. Here's the list in written form:
Jan-March: The Chronicles of Narnia
April: The Phantom Tollbooth, Keeper of the Lost Cities Book 1, Brandon Sanderson
May: Hamlet, Fahrenheit 451, Special 100th Episode Spectacular
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Ho ho ho, Merry Christmas! It’s the final episode of BOOKIN’ IT for 2022, and we read arguably the most famous Christmas story ever. Except for, you know, THE story.
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The classic trio finally concludes their discussion on the Green Ember series. Will Cooper be a grouch? Will Isaiah and Tanner fawn over the finale? IS SMALLS OR SMALDEN A BETTER NAME FOR A PRINCE??? Also, Tanner roasts Cooper and Isaiah gives his Watership Down thoughts.
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Watership Down is book about rabbits. You should read it. Cooper and Tanner make that case. Ember's End is also a book about rabbits. We will talk about it next week. With Isaiah. I am tired. It is late. This is a good episode. You should listen to it.
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Cooper gives his baggage and overall thoughts in this prelude to an awesome children's book. The gang will all be back from their respective Thanksgiving vacations next week, and are exited for wrapping up their discussions on The Green Ember and Watership Down as we close out an amazing 2022 here at 4:12 Podcast Network!
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Cooper and Tanner return to discuss Jane Austen's Emma in much depth. What do they have to say about Jane Austen's style, wisdom, humor, and social critiques? What about the characters of Emma, Knightley, Harriet, Frank Churchill, Miss Fairfax, and the Eltons? Just listen to find out!
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Two dudes talk about Jane Austen. Get over it. Cooper and Tanner give an enchanting prelude to Emma, giving baggage and discussing the novel broadly. They also have a very "sincere" and passionate conversation over whether Pride and Prejudice or Emma is better. Good stuff today, and we'll be back next week with an invigorating, brisk, deep-dive episode on the book that everyone should read. Even manly dudes. Because "reading Jane Austen is a very masculine art." - Cooper
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This Halloween on Spookin' It... Cooper does an epic solo episode on the horror genre and the Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allen Poe. Asking questions like: Should Christians read/watch horror books/movies? Why is Poe worth reading? Is Pride and Prejudice better than Emma? Okay, that last one was just hinted at--it will be answered next episode. But seriously. Listen. It's good.
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Cooper and Tanner discuss the first season of The Rings of Power. We have been doing episode reviews over at https://patreon.com/bookinit for patrons only, and would love to see you there! As many of our patrons can attest to, this episode along with many others involves a grab bag discussion with plenty of fun and insight with some talking over each other thrown in. Enjoy this special bonus and don't forget to:
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The three amigos convene to discuss the third book in the Green Ember series. Is Cooper less of a grump about the books? Should Winslow the traitor have been killed? Does the writing keep getting better? Lots to talk about!
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It’s time for your favorite children’s book of all time, being the story of a mouse, a princess, some soup, and a spool of thread. Listen to Cooper and Isaiah discuss the heavy kid’s book by multi-Newberry medal winner Kate DiCamillo.
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Cooper and Tanner have a wide ranging conversation about Mark Twain's classic children's book. Among the wide ranging subjects include, but are not limited to: Is this a children's book? Was Mark Twain wrong to use the N word? Should we ban this book? How destructive is Mark Twain's degrading of Christianity? Why are mosquitos so bad? And of course, the characters of Huck and Jim.
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Is the second book in a series ever the best one? Cooper and Isaiah discuss a potential outlier to that rule in Ember Falls.
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Huck Finn is one of the best American novels of all time. Cooper and Tanner start to discuss it. What is it about this book that captures the American spirit? Is Mark Twain an atheistic jerk? Can you imagine this book without Huck narrating? Tons of insight today!!!
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It’s episode 70 (technically it’s 71, but we don’t count the last one) and the start of year three for BOOKIN’ IT! To kick it off, we’re discussing The Green Ember series. Cooper and Isaiah tackle the first book today!
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Cooper and Isaiah reveal and briefly discuss the books that they will be reading for the podcast!
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What does Inception, The Peanuts Movie, the Red Badge of Courage, Lord of the Rings, and War and Peace have in common? They are all talked about in this episode! Cooper and Tanner have a rambling discussion (but a good and helpful one!) on War and Peace, giving their baggage, discussing the war and battle scenes, talking bout how cool Prince Andrey is, commenting on what Tolstoy defined W+P as, and complain about the state of modern storytelling! Loads of fun to be had in this latest episode of BOOKIN' IT!!!
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Cooper and Tanner sit down to discuss the most famous book ever written: Leo's Toy Store, by Warren Peace.
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Cooper, Tanner, and Isaiah discuss author N.D. Wilson. Which one of his books is the best? Which panelist's laptop dies in the middle of donor shoutouts? Will Tanner be a N.D. Wilson cynic? Will Isaiah not edit out Cooper failing to sneeze? HOW MANY WEIRD RANTS WILL COOPER GO ON???
All this and more helping things in today's episode as the gang discusses and processes an influential author.
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Imagine Charlotte's Web mixed with a heavy scooping of 1984 and you have Animal Farm! A delightful communistic warning and parable! Was George Orwell a socialist? How well does this book hold up as a story? Will Cooper summarize a wikipedia page??? All this and more in today's edition of BOOKIN' IT.
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The guys discuss and break down a slightly satirical epistlary novel from the perspective of a demon. The Screwtape Letters, by CS Lewis!
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It's Easter, and to celebrate, we have shared the greatest story ever told - the gospel. Enjoy.
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In an out-of-this-world episode, Cooper and Isaiah discuss the first book in C.S. Lewis' Space Trilogy: Out of the Silent Planet.
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Cooper talks about the books in the title. Masterfully.
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It has been said that history repeats itself. The same is true in the history of this podcast. In this episode, the gang returns to the book that the podcast started with: The Hobbit, or There and Back Again (hence the pun), by J.R.R. Tolkien. Join Cooper, Isaiah, and Tanner as they discuss the book once again and reminisce of tales in by-gone ages, or, in this case, by-gone episodes.
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The squad teams up to tackle one of the most beloved children's books of all time: Alice in Wonderland! *whispers in ear* Oh, that was a movie? Was this based on that movie? *whisper whisper* Ah, I see. Today, the squad teams up to dismantle the classic children's book that the classic movie was based on! How was that? *whisper whisper* Good.
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The gang talks through the second bestselling novel of all time: Charles Dickens’ immortal classic: A Tale of Two Cities.
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.”
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Cooper and Matthew discuss what makes good world building, how one accomplishes that, and bring up numerous examples (actually, really just two) of it.
Hey guys! Last week was really busy for us, and we ended up not being able to record. We're back in the normal groove this week however, and we'll be on track with A Tale of Two Cities in two weeks. This episode was originally recorded with no purpose other than to have some content for a bonus episode or maybe a patron episode. As a result, it does not contain donor shoutouts. We love you patrons, and will get back to shouting you out with joyous refrains next time.
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Ever wondered what two teenaged dudes thought about a gothic novel with a woman looking to marry an eccentric rich guy? Wonder no more! In today's episode, Cooper and Matthew discuss Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre.
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Matthew and Cooper talk about the main characters in Jane Austen's masterpiece as well as discuss other things.
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Have you ever wondered what two teenaged males thought about a book with five sisters looking to marry rich? Well wonder no more! In today's episode, Cooper and Matthew begin to discuss this masterpiece of a classic novel.
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Cooper and Matthew discuss a satirical prose episodic novel. Why? Listen to find out!
Editor's note: Matthew finished Gulliver's Travels and agrees with everything Cooper said.
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Cooper, Isaiah, and Matthew discuss the book in question. Did Crusoe repent? Is he a likable character? Lots to discuss!
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In this episode, Cooper, Matthew, and Isaiah (Or Host, Muscular, and Editor) brave the long journey of discussing The Pilgrim's Progress, an allegory by John Bunyan! Enjoy!
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Cooper and Isaiah discuss two immortal epic poems: Beowulf and Sir Gawian and the Green Knight. What do these have to say about heroism? About chivalry? About villains? Is a dover thrift edition ever a good idea? Listen as they talk about all these questions. And more.
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In their monumental 50th episode, Cooper, Isaiah, and Matthew tell the story of how the podcast started, answer listener questions, and release the booklist for the next year!
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Cooper, Isaiah, and Matthew discuss the final book of Lord of the Rings. Will Cooper succeed in making LoTR out to be the best Fantasy novel of all time or will Matthew's diabolical plan to disrupt the mini-series continue? Listen to find out!
Make sure to tune in next week for our Half-Centennial Celebration!
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One of our patrons, the legendary Chris Hagedon, sent us a short story he had written and we read it on the podcast! It's a pretty great story. Listen to Matthew and Cooper discuss.
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You can listen to Chris read this story on his podcast Like Lightning, or you can read the story in full here:
My family has a pet. But this isn't any ordinary pet—this is their pampered and adored chicken. It disgusts me. Why am I the only one who sees their pet as the revolting beast that it is? How could anyone love its fragile feathered body, creepy cluck, and beady black eyes?
I had had enough, so I did the rational thing. I sent the clucking creature to my friend Chris—by mail. One bliss-filled chicken-free day went by, then another, and then another. To my monumental dismay, I received the returned box on the fourth day with the chicken clucking inside with no explanation for the return.
Fine, I didn't like Chris anyway. My new plan was so simple! I picked up the box and tiptoed outside to the back gate, stuck the box over the gate, dumped the chicken out, and it floated down to the ground. I scampered back to the house jumping up and down with glee. I had finally done it!
That evening, as I was about to get into bed I thought I saw a little movement from within my closet—I knew it was nothing, as all was well with the world. Then, just as I peacefully fell asleep, my closet door slowly creaked open. If I had stayed awake any longer I would have heard it. I also would have heard the talons scraping the wooden floor coming nearer and nearer to my bed. But it was too late. I was asleep.
Then, in the middle of the night, I felt something weighing down on my chest—something warm and meaty. My heart began to beat rapidly. I awoke suddenly—opened my eyes—and saw—in the dark blanket of shadow—on my chest—the beast—the chicken staring down into my eyes!
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Cooper, Isaiah, and Matthew discuss a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, in which a man ages backwards. Is this funny conceit actually a comedy? OR IS IT AN EMOTIONALLY DEVASTATING TRAGEDY????? Listen to find out.
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Another solo ep by yours truly, Cooper. This is a really great story that was meant to be discussed instead of monologued, but Cooper still turns it into a masterpiece episode.
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Cooper and Isaiah discuss a fun mystery story by G.K. Chesterton.
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Cooper and Tanner discuss a very strange Sherlock Holmes story.
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In the first Summer Short Story episode, Cooper and Tanner talk about a time-travel short story by the author of Fahrenheit 451. They go down countless rabbit trails, spew legendary quotes from their respective yappers ("Every time-travel explanation almost makes sense"), and eventually time-travel back to actually talk about the darn story. Dear Listener, enjoy. You are welcome.
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It's not LoTR. Unfortunately. Due to scheduling/summer activities, (and the fact that Matthew hasn't finishe-ahem, started, Return of the King), our Epic conclusion to our LoTR discussion will take place September 6th. But, in the meantime, Cooper gives info concerning Summer Short Stories! Here's a written list so you can follow along and read with us:
A Sound of Thunder -Ray Bradbury
A Case of Identity (A Sherlock Holmes adventure) -Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
The Hammer of God (A Father Brown story) -G.K. Chesterton
The Nightingale and the Rose -Oscar Wilde
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button -F. Scott Fitzgerald
The Inexplicable Chicken -Christoper Hagedon
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Soooooo.... book 5. The first part of Return of the King. Let's be honest: this book drags. A whole lot. Both Cooper and Tanner dropped off reading Lord of the Rings at this point. But its not all that bad... is it? Cooper and Tanner discuss.
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Pretty much this is Cooper and Isaiah having a rambling conversation about book four of Lord of the Rings. It's good though! Take a listen!
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Cooper, Matthew, and Tanner discuss book 3 of Lord of the Rings, talking about things like character devolvement (again), Gandalf, Saruman, Helm's Deep, and of course, the Ents. And of course, of course, MUCH, MUCH MORE!!
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Is Tolkien really great at suspense? Does Tolkien describe things too much? Are all the characters basically flat? Who was his editor? Will Matthew remember a single name of a person/beast/anything in LoTR? Join the (most likely) critically acclaimed Cooper and Matthew Show as they discuss these things in detail.
Also, sorry to our new Patron, Anna! Cooper's audio kinda glitched out when he said your name. We really appreciate your support and will make sure your name is said right next time and in order to make up for it, we will write your name 38 times here; in honor of our 38th episode:
Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna. Anna.
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At long last, the greatest book podcast ever sits down to talk about the greatest fantasy novel ever written. Cooper and Tanner ogle over the masterpiece of literature while Matthew and Isaiah inwardly (and outwardly) groan. Do they succeed in derailing the episode???!!! Listen to find out.
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This story is beautiful--for kids and adults. Listen to hear Cooper and Matthew talk through the details.
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This time on the mCaOtO and tPhEeRw Show, Cooper and Matthew delve deep into the mysteries of what makes a good book.
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This book is one of the best books ever written. At least, we think so. Hemingway’s style, ability to tell a good story made us love this book. Listen to hear our thoughts on a classic book about everyday courage. Quality episode right here. One of our best.
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After giving probably the funniest introduction of the panelists ever, Cooper gives his thoughts is the “Did Leah actually have demons” discussion, and then leads the guys through the rest of the book. You don’t want to miss out on this epic culmination of our thoughts in The Bronze Bow. In two weeks: The Old Man and the Sea.
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What is this book's message? What does loving your enemy really look like? What would have drawn you to Jesus? All of these, and more, BOOKIN' IT talks about in their first epicsode on, The Bronze Bow, by Elizabeth George Speare.
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Self-pity don't work. Learn from your mistakes. Don't take shortcuts while working; do it right the first time. Don't take anything for granted. These are the main lessons we can learn from Hatchet. Listen to hear BOOKIN' IT discuss these and much more.
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BOOKIN' IT talks through the trial, and the following aftermath, in To Kill a Mockingbird.
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Was Atticus really a good father? Did he neglect to punish his kids? Who was Mrs. Dubose? Was she a hero? Why would Harper Lee include her in this book? All this and more in our latest episode!
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The second part of our four part series on To Kill a Mockingbird. Which means it’s twice as good as the last one.
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In their first episode on To Kill a Mockingbird, BOOKIN' IT gives baggage, and talks about why the book is being/has been banned in some schools in the US, as well as beginning to actually discuss the book. Tanner's new educational motto is born, Matthew and Isaiah give the plot summary/lessons the characters learn, and Cooper gives them arguably the weirdest Donor Shout-out schtick. YOU. DON'T. WANT. TO. MISS. OUT.
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Cooper and Matthew give some updates concerning BOOKIN’ IT and.... a brand new podcast?
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This time on Looking Back, you'll hear:
- Our favorite character and why
- How many rotten totatoes the series gets
- Us ranking the books from worst to best
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Reading the Gift of the Magi makes one want to give. Thus, we at BOOKIN' IT give you a bonus episode discussion on O Henry's work; answering questions like: Have you ever given up something for someone you love? Is Self-Sacrifice always a good thing? And, did Della and Jim give each other wise gifts? Merry Christmas!
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In this episode, after Tanner's (Somewhat) lengthy thoughts on the last half of the Warden and the Wolf King, you'll hear our:
- Final thoughts
- Favorite part
- And anything we took issue with.
We'll be back next Monday with the second and last part of the Looking Back episodes. Also, on Christmas Day we release our thoughts on the Gift of the Magi!
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"The world is whispering–listen child!–
The world is telling a tale...
...Child, keep watch for the passing form
Of the one who made it all."
The epicsode you have all been waiting for. The conclusion to The Wingfeather Saga. The episode where everyone cries. Here. It. Is. In. All. Its. Glory.
*DISCLAIMER* No one on the show cries. We all did when reading though.
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We walk you through the 2nd part through the beginning of the 3rd part. This is probably the more critical of the three episodes we're doing. Don't worry; we still had good things to say about this book. But what exactly do we criticize? Listen to find out.
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Starting at the first part and working their way to the beginning of the second part, they ask and answer questions like: Why is this the best book? Do you like the allegory in this book? And discuss things like: the formatting of the story, the Bonifer storyline, and the return of the footnotes!
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BOOKIN' IT continues and finishes their discussion on The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
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"Saturday morning was come, and all the summer world was bright and fresh, and brimming with life."
Do we covet what is difficult for us to attain? When does a talent become showing off? Did Tanner read and abridged version that "Appeared on his bookshelf" and didn't know it was abridged????? All of these are questions BOOKIN' IT asks and answers--besides the last one.
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BOOKIN' IT wraps up their discussion on Monster in the Hollows.
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Is Monster in the Hollows better than North! Or Be Eaten? Is Rudric pronounced Roo-Drick or Rudd-Rick? (Vote at the website bellow) Is the Reckoning of the Bunge the best chapter/moment in the Wingfeather Saga?!?! All this and more in this episode.
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This time, on the Cooper&Matthew Show... just kidding! All members were present and accounted for this time. Tanner hopped on this time and gave his baggage and thoughts on the WFS. As they talk through the rest of the book, they have a fun, friendly talk and discussion, discussing things like Podo, The Scale Raker, and The Fork Factory. Woe! (Editors note: that 'Woe' was describing the Fork Factory, not the episode.) (Editors note: P.S. The episode is good, just thought I'd let you know.)
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This time on "The Cooper and Matthew Show", the boys talk through the first third or so of North! Or be Eaten - asking questions like, “Who’s your favorite character?” “Is Peet the Sock Man the same as Artham Wingfeather?” And of course, “Did you like that there were less footnotes??(!!!)”
Also, the author, Andrew Peterson, begins reading aloud the third and fourth books on YouTube and Facebook live tonight! Here's the YouTube link:
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Um, wow. What a... dark and depressing short story. Why in the (apparently dark and depressing) world did Poe want to write about an insane man in intense physical and psychological pain? Cooper and Matthew wrestle with this question throughout the course of the episode. Did they answer this dark and depressing question? You'll really have to listen to find out.
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BOOKIN' IT, minus two, wraps up their discussion of On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness. After an embarrassing performance of plot guessing last week, Matthew at last had things revealed to him he did not previously know. Both Cooper and Matthew realize that they've never followed their younger siblings into something dangerous, and thus cement themselves as bad older brothers. Did they redeem themselves?!?! Listen to find out.
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We finally started our mini-series on the Wingfeather Saga! In this episode, Cooper, Isaiah, and Matthew bring what baggage they carry to the Wingfeather Saga. Afterwards, Cooper gives some background on Andrew Peterson and asks many questions concerning On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness (gasps for breath). A fun time is had by all, so make sure to listen and subscribe!
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In a towering masterpiece episode, BOOKIN’ IT discusses The Scarlett Letter.
*WARNING* while nothing in this episode is inappropriate, the book of discussion focuses on a mature subject. Just a caution for younger kids.
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Should Johnny have sought refuge at the Lyte's? Does the death penalty for stealing seem harsh? Were the Sons of Liberty really noble men? Funny t-shirt ideas? All this and much more!
P.S. Matthew forgot to plug in his mic; sorry about the audio.
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Yep. We did it. The book everyone reads as a kid and (most of the time) doesn’t like. Well we liked it. Listen to find out why.
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Ya’ll know what makes a Texan? If not, you’re gonna know after listening. You’re also gonna know about leadership qualities, and the definition of a killer. Oooh! Exciting!
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After giving his most ferocious wolf howl (not very ferocious), Cooper gives an update on College Football and asks Matthew, Isaiah, and Tanner their baggage on the book of discussion. After each giving their respective baggage, the boys (or young men, rather,) engage in a discussion on the question, “Is having a moral nature a handicap in the Wild?” After maybe losing their credibility, they are saved the AFT. What exactly is the AFT? Listen to find out.
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They talk about what weapon of choice they would use to kill a bear and funny Glacier Montana T-shirts. They relate SOTB to Star Wars, talk about Indian bear meat parties, squaw work, and much more!
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For hopefully the last time, Cooper gets the name of the book wrong in the intro. Once he's corrected, they're off. First, they apologize again for last week, then they say to scrap almost everything else and give the real updates. Then they're into the book, discussing about how scared they'd have been if they had been in Matt's (the character) place. They talk about their emotional struggles with Latin, and much more! Also, sorry about Matthew's audio quality. He and his family just moved and he couldn't find his mic.
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In this episode Cooper, Tanner, Matthew, and Isaiah talk about how they first heard about Number the stars. They talk about whether Annmarie and her family should have lied to hide Ellen from the Nazi Soldiers. They also talk about whether Lois Lowery described World II well considering it’s a kids book.
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In their second (and much longer) episode Cooper, Isaiah, Tanner, and Matthew talk about when and where they first experienced the Hobbit. They compare the movies to the book quite a bit (sorry 'bout that), and talk about what Tolkien would have said about the movies; namely the Elf-Dwarf love story. Then Cooper claims that the last 25% of the book is the weakest part and the others jump to the end's defense. Later on, they talk about why parents are more willing to let their kids read the Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings over Harry Potter even though the Bible condemns magic of all shapes and sizes. Did they make a good case as to why parents let their kids read Tolkien rather than Rowling? Listen to find out.
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In which Cooper Cobbs, Tanner Lewis, Isaiah Raetchi, and Matthew Killingsworth discuss and debate The Hobbit. In their first episode, they discuss Tolkien's unmatched style of writing. Later, Cooper endeavors (although he shouldn't have had to) to convince the others that (a) Tolkien is the best fantasy writer ever, and (b) that Gandalf is the OG wizard and Dumbledore is a rip-off. Hopefully, after the heated arguments—er, discussions, aforementioned, they all became friends again. But, did they?? Listen to find out.
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