Podcasts about eclectic readers

As the rain nourishes our homestead, it's a humble reminder of the blessings and trials alike that shape the American spirit. Join me, Jesse Cope, as we explore the profound influence of education and culture on our nation's path forward. Amidst the simmering tensions at the Texas border and whispers of civil strife, our latest discussion serves as a navigation beacon, with the teachings of Jesus Christ and a steadfast faith as our true north. We'll revisit the legacy of William McGuffey, whose Eclectic Readers have woven moral fibers into the fabric of our education system, and how his vision remains a testament to the enduring power of integrating Christianity into our daily lives.This heart-to-heart conversation ventures beyond mere academics, touching the essence of our family and community values. As the "schoolmaster of the nation," McGuffey's belief in the symbiosis of Christian principles and education laid the groundwork for what many consider the backbone of our free institutions. With an ardent call to action, I urge the restoration of God's presence within our homes and schools, convinced that this is the linchpin for triumphing in the cultural challenges we face. We wrap up with blessings for our listeners, their families, and the beacon of hope that is America, inviting you to join us in this ongoing dialogue of faith, learning, and cultural integrity.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Jeannette and Meredith sat down with Victoria Schwab to discuss everything from her writing process, to morally gray characters, monsters, comics, and... The Princess Bride! Whether you’re already a fan of her books or new to her work, you’ll get something out of this interview. (Plus, it’s spoiler-free, so listen away!) Victoria Schwab’s Website (http://www.veschwab.com/) Victoria’s Instagram (https://instagram.com/veschwab) Victoria’s Twitter (https://twitter.com/veschwab) Follow the Eclectic Readers on Twitter (https://twitter.com/eclecticreadpod) Vicious on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40874032-vicious?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CQY7WBI/ref=x_gr_w_glide_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_glide_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00CQY7WBI&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) Vengeful on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26856502-vengeful?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078X26SH3/ref=x_gr_w_glide_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_glide_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B078X26SH3&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) The Steel Prince on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38524301-shades-of-magic-vol-1?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1785865870/ref=x_gr_w_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1785865870&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) City of Ghosts on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35403058-city-of-ghosts?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/City-Ghosts-Victoria-Schwab/dp/1338111000/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540514300&sr=8-1&keywords=city+of+ghosts) A Darker Shade of Magic on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22055262-a-darker-shade-of-magic?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0765376458/ref=x_gr_w_glide_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_glide_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0765376458&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) This Savage Song on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40642172-this-savage-song?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013PKDS5A/ref=x_gr_w_glide_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_glide_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B013PKDS5A&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) Six of Crows on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23437156-six-of-crows?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1627792120/ref=x_gr_w_glide_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_glide_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1627792120&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) The Library at Mount Char on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26892110-the-library-at-mount-char?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0553418629/ref=x_gr_w_glide_bb?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_glide_bb-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0553418629&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2)

TRIGGER WARNING: Rape, Violence Against Women. Tara, Meredith, and Susan meet to talk about award-winning books. Does it matter? Do they care? Are award winning books reflective of the current culture? Then they discuss The Round House; not just about the terrible event, but how the government had affected their society and their sense of justice. Eclectic Readers on Twitter (https://twitter.com/EclecticReadPod) Return of the King on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18512.The_Return_of_the_King) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/bYoWETX) Vicious on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40874032-vicious) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/4g0yTAa) Vengeful on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26856502-vengeful) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/7XjjLBx) Skios on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13167822-skios) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/aWBB5BZ) The Night Circus on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9361589-the-night-circus) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/hqnXFaS) The Underground Railroad on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30555488-the-underground-railroad) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/58fYj5U) March, Book 3 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29436571-march) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/March-Book-Three-John-Lewis/dp/1603094024/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539402533&sr=8-1&keywords=march+book+3) Gilead on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68210.Gilead) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/dDXz8A2) The Sense of an Ending on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10746542-the-sense-of-an-ending) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/8PDIKNI) One Hundred Years of Solitude on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/320.One_Hundred_Years_of_Solitude) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Conversation-Starters-Hundred-Solitude-Gabriel/dp/1681016591/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1539402178&sr=8-2) Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12000020-aristotle-and-dante-discover-the-secrets-of-the-universe) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/2qbliNO) Next Episode’s Book: The Fifth Season on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19161852-the-fifth-season) and Amazon (http://a.co/d/53pq8Kj)

In this episode we welcome a new guest host and book blogger: Stacie! We talk about some exciting podcast news, like our new website and upcoming author interview, and then we discuss some of our favorite POC (Person of Color) literary characters and this tough but important read: Blood at the Root.

Susan, Tara, and Meredith start off the new year with their read-olutions and goals for 2017. A small update on our ER MadLibs Challenge and then we dive into Men Explain Things to Me. We talk about how Rebecca Solnit addresses hard and upsetting issues that women experience through 9 essays.

In our last interview from Book Riot Live, Meredith and Tara speak with illustrator, Valentine Delandro.Show Notes Valentine Delandro Bitch Planet, Vol. 1: Extraordinary Machine

In our last interview from Book Riot Live, Meredith and Tara speak with illustrator, Valentine Delandro.

Next up in our Book Riot Live author interview, Meredith and Tara speak with author, Ken Liu. He has written The Grace of Kings and translated The Three-Body Problem.Show Notes Ken Liu The Grace of Kings

Next up in our Book Riot Live author interview, Meredith and Tara speak with author, Ken Liu. He has written The Grace of Kings and translated The Three-Body Problem.

Meredith and Tara were at Book Riot Live! They had a chance to interview 3 authors. This episode is with Charlie Jane Anders author of All the Birds in the Sky.Show Notes Charlie Jane Anders All the Birds in the Sky

Meredith and Tara were at Book Riot Live! They had a chance to interview 3 authors. This episode is with Charlie Jane Anders author of All the Birds in the Sky.

Meredith, Susan, Tara, and Jeannette have some announcements - some sad, some happy - including a NEW reading challenge for the new year! We also wrap up 2016 with favorite topics, topics we missed, and which Eclectic Readers books we loved most this year. And the stars align for our last book of the year, Romina Russell's Zodiac.

Meredith, Susan, Tara, and Jeannette have some announcements - some sad, some happy - including a NEW reading challenge for the new year! We also wrap up 2016 with favorite topics, topics we missed, and which Eclectic Readers books we loved most this year. And the stars align for our last book of the year, Romina Russell's Zodiac.Show NotesWhat did you think of Zodiac? Tell us about it on Goodreads! The Secret Loves of Geek Girls on Goodreads and Amazon X: A Novel on Goodreads and Amazon Fathom on Goodreads and Amazon Saga Vol. 2on Goodreads and Amazon On the Thousandth Floor on Goodreads and Amazon Station Eleven on Goodreads and Amazon The Name of the Wind on Goodreads and Amazon The Rabbit Back Literature Society on Goodreads and Amazon Next Months Book Men Explain Things to Me on Goodreads and Amazon

Susan, Tara, and Meredith talk about their favorite graphic novels and discuss the graphic novel/memoir 'Blankets' while reminiscing over their own childhood memories.

We talk about our favorite Shakespeare play, moments and versions. Then we go forwards into the near future where the world is ending. Who did we relate to the most? We all want to be in the Travelling Symphony.

Jenn Northington, the Director of Events and Programming at Book Riot New Media Group and host on Book Riot's Get Booked Podcast, is here to talk all things books, Book Riot, and Book Riot Live!Show Notes Get your discounted Book Riot Live tickets when you use the code "Eclectic" at checkout Get Booked Podcast Book Riot Book Riot’s Read Harder Book Group locations and dates for October Book Riot Comics Emma on Goodreads and Amazon Pride and Prejudice on Goodreads and Amazon Frankenstein on Goodreads and Amazon The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde on Goodreads and Amazon Harry Potter on Goodreads and Amazon Infomacracy on Goodreads and Amazon Outlander on Goodreads and Amazon A Girl is a Half-Formed Thing on Goodreads and Amazon Kushiel’s Dart on Goodreads and Amazon Bitch Planet on Goodreads and Amazon

Jenn Northington, the Director of Events and Programming at Book Riot New Media Group and host on Book Riot's Get Booked Podcast, is here to talk all things books, Book Riot, and Book Riot Live!

What are your #BookConfessions? Susan, Jeannette, and Meredith divulge some of theirs and are buzzing with thoughts for the discussion of Laline Paull's 'The Bees.'

We interview JD Lakey, author of the Black Bead Chronicles. We delve deep into the world and find out it is made up of more than psychics, the importance of their matriarchal society and a whole lot more. We also discuss her unusual inspiration to help her write.

We interview JD Lakey, author of the Black Bead Chronicles. We delve deep into the world and find out it is made up of more than psychics, the importance of their matriarchal society and a whole lot more. We also discuss her unusual inspiration to help her write.Show Notes JD Lakey Black Bead on GoodReads and Amazon Isaac Asimov on GoodReads and Amazon Anne McCaffrey on GoodReads and Amazon CJ Cherryh on GoodReads and Amazon

Susan is super excited about new kids’ books, while we prescribe reading with a singalong to help Tara resist a reading slump. We weigh binge-reading versus serialized reading, and find out that Mere might just become a serial reader. On the other hand, Jeannette just wants to binge read all the series. All of them. We then discuss at length Patrick Rothfuss’s lengthy 'The Name of the Wind,' and kindly request more answers and more 'Spice' in Kvothe’s life.

Tara and Meredith fly across the pond to see Harry Potter and The Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre and are back to give us their reactions and all the Cursed Child information you could want. We fangirl out about all of the cool things we saw and experienced during the play, get Molly and Ginny confused (sorry Ginny), and while the first few minutes are general reactions, we do delve into the plot in the episode, so, be forewarned: SPOILERS AHEAD!

Susan of Eclectic Readers fame guests this week to talk with Lyons about all the things wrong with streaming and subscription media services.

Susan of Eclectic Readers fame guests this week to talk with Lyons about all the things wrong with streaming and subscription media services.

Jeannette is nesting, Tara isn't sure what city she is in, and Susan is spreading her spores - Area X style! We discuss the books we felt peer pressured into reading, ask the question 'What is it?' (a lot), and try to fill in the blanks that Annihilation leaves in its wake. Join us as we chat about this sci-fi thriller mystery and try to discern the truth of Area X.

It’s our first podcast-iversary! We talk about our upcoming read-a-thon and special ‘Cursed Child’ episode (use #EclecticPotter on Twitter to send us your ‘Cursed Child’ questions) and our favorite mythologies before we delve into ‘The Star-Touched Queen.’

We had a great time speaking with Pasi Ilmari Jääskeläinen, author of the Rabbit Back Literature Society. We talk a little bit about himself from Buffy to what inspired him to write. Then we go back into Rabbit Back to get some answers. And we talk about his new book being released in English.Show NotesListen to our original discussion of the book in episode #14 - The Rabbit Back Literature Society: So Many Questions, So Little Time Pasi Ilmari Jääskeläinen Rabbit Back Literature Society on Goodreads and Amazon Johanna Sinisalo The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov on Goodreads and Amazon Stephen King on Goodreads and Amazon Clive Barker on Goodreads and Amazon Ray Bradbury on Goodreads and Amazon Jeff VanderMeer on Goodreads and Amazon Kurt Vonnegut on Goodreads and Amazon Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Morakami on Goodreads and Amazon The Sandman Series by Neil Gaiman on Amazon

We had a great time speaking with Pasi Ilmari Jääskeläinen, author of the Rabbit Back Literature Society. We talk a little bit about himself from Buffy to what inspired him to write. Then we go back into Rabbit Back to get some answers. And we talk about his new book being released in English.

We announce a fun event! We talk about moms in the literary world, awesome and crazy. Then we discuss the book where we sensed an ending but it still left us 'meh'.

We love a book we can dissect and we mention a few. On this month’s book, we focus on the 2 main female characters of the book and crazies theories.

Meredith goes BookBub crazy. Susan invites J.K. Rowling to Denver for cake and podcasting. Jeannette asks Finnish listeners to correct her pronunciation. Also! Have you ever lied about reading a book? We discuss the most lied-about books, try to dissect the dense, moody passion of Anna Karenina, and challenge readers to read books with crazy titles and tell us about them.

Susan makes her triumphant return! Jeannette dislikes the Shadowhunters TV series, but we all like the Magicians show! Also, Tara tweets with Scott McCloud, and Book Bingo is back! Meredith breaks it down if you want to play along at home.

In this episode, we discuss the validity of the "manic pixie dream girl" and attempt to throw her out the window. Meredith reads her first graphic novel, Jeannette sets a new book-o-lution, and Tara visits DC for their first in person recording session!

We welcome guest host, Meredith, to the podcast! We talk about the start of the Eclectic Read-a-thon starting the evening of Dec 19. We list our book wish list for Christmas; just message us for our addresses. And we discuss emotions during the high school years.

We explore humanity through the discussion of two magical characters. Things get philosophical. Susan gets a new Kindle, and Jeannette makes Tara mad. Also! We introduce our Eclectic Readathon, which YOU can join!

We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a classic Hispanic author. We’re not sure if we like being in a dream-like state while following the Buendia family. Ursula is awesome, the women are great, and the men kinda suck.

Publishers are tricksy with comparisons. Placing books in certain genres can also be misleading. Also, everyone agrees that Quentin sucks and Alice is amazing.

People watching gone wrong. We discuss the different issues each women have in the book and how awful the men can be. Also, when does people watching become creepy? And some books we did not really enjoy.

In this episode, we discuss Kushiel’s Dart, and give you useful life tips for setting sale prices! Susan and Tara assign Jeannette some summer reading, Jeannette reads at odd times and places, and Tara shares her sexy reading habits.

In this episode, we discuss one of our favorite Eclectic Readers books of all time: Ready Player One. We chat about dystopias, book blockbusters, and Hollywood’s problem with body positive casting.Show NotesWhat did you think of Ready Player One? Tell us about it on Goodreads! Ready Player One on Goodreads and Amazon The Silver Metal Lover on Goodreads and Amazon Biting The Sun on Goodreads and Amazon Among Others on Goodreads and Amazon Next Month's Book Kushiel’s Dart on Goodreads and Amazon

In this episode, we discuss one of our favorite Eclectic Readers books of all time: Ready Player One. We chat about dystopias, book blockbusters, and Hollywood’s problem with body positive casting.

We do a little fangirling for the TV show, Shadowhunters, talk about the greater good and pitched a new TV show, Susan’s Adventures in the Silos.

In this episode, we love on our libraries, vote for our favorite book club reads, and discuss Jessie Burton's The Miniaturist. Susan defines the difference between observation and being a total creeper, Tara licks language from a bowl, and Jeannette shares a cool Kindle tip!Show Notes Eclectic Readers on Goodreads Overdrive Find It VA The Miniaturist on Goodreads and Amazon The Martian on Goodreads and Amazon A Tree Grows in Brooklyn on Goodreads and Amazon Sharp Objects on Goodreads and Amazon Eragon on Goodreads and Amazon Beautiful Creatures on Goodreads and Amazon Ready Player One on Goodreads and Amazon The Rosie Project on Goodreads and Amazon Gone Girl on Goodreads and Amazon

In this episode, we love on our libraries, vote for our favorite book club reads, and discuss Jessie Burton's The Miniaturist. Susan defines the difference between observation and being a total creeper, Tara licks language from a bowl, and Jeannette shares a cool Kindle tip!

We introduce ourselves with books. We discuss Book Bingo and all its glorious nerdiness. And we discuss a legacy written in a long letter to his son.Show Notes Gilead on Goodreads and Amazon Anne of Green Gables series by L.M. Montgomery on Amazon and Goodreads Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White on Amazon and Goodreads Bonk by Mary Roach on Amazon and Goodreads Book Bingo board Call the Midwife by Jennifer Worth on Amazon and Goodreads Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard on Goodreads Vampire Diaries by L.J Smith on Goodreads The Magician’s Land by Lev Grossman on Amazon and Goodreads What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank by Nathan Englander on Amazon and Goodreads The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank on Amazon and Goodreads T. S. Eliot Collected Poems by T. S. Eliot on Amazon Evelina by Fanny Burney on Amazon and Goodreads The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros on Amazon and Goodreads Eclectic Readers on Goodreads Next Month’s Book The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton on Amazon and Goodreads

We introduce ourselves with books. We discuss Book Bingo and all its glorious nerdiness. And we discuss a legacy written in a long letter to his son.