Podcasts about red rising series

This is our annual book episode! Angie and Trevor discuss the books they enjoyed in 2025, top picks for both fiction and nonfiction. Links Mentioned in This Episode Run Coaching. Work with an expert MTA running Coach. MetPro.co -For the first time ever, MetPro is offering MTA listeners a full 30-day experience for just $95 with absolutely no strings attached! See what it's like working with your own metabolic coach. Limited to the first 30 people. Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed to fit the natural shape of feet with room for your toes, for comfort, balance, and strength. So you focus on what really matters:  Getting out there. AG1 Next Gen has new flavors: Citrus, Tropical, and Berry. Get a free Welcome Kit with your first order which includes 5 AG1 Travel Packs, a shaker bottle, metal canister, and a bottle of AG Vitamin D3+K2. The Book Episode: Our Top Reads in 2025 Angie got through a total of 241 books in 2025 (95 fiction and 146 nonfiction)(audio=144, hardcopy=94, ebook=3). Authors We Interviewed on the Podcast Here are the books we featured on the podcast this year. See links to the author interviews. Think Like a Runner by Jeff Horowitz How to Run the Perfect Race by Matt Fitzgerald The Norwegian Method by Brad Culp The Explorer's Gene by Alex Hutchinson Ballistic by Henry Abbott Extreme Balance by Joe DeSena The Runaway Housewives of the Appalachian Trail by Kitty Robinson Fuel for Thought by Renee McGregor Don't Call it a Comeback by Keira D'Amato Lootie's World Run by Marie Leautey The Running Ground by Nicolas Thompson Angie's Top 10 Non-Fiction Reads: The Art of Memoir by Mary Karr Memoir is one of my favorite genres and this book takes a peak behind the scenes on writing an engaging memoir. In fact, Mary Karr weaves in so many personal antidotes that it doesn't feel like a how-to book at all. Some of the core principles she talks about have to do with dealing with the truth as you remember it, turning vulnerability into art, and finding your unique story. Everyone from the causal reader to someone who wants to write a memoir will enjoy this book. Awake by Jen Hatmaker I've followed Jen Hatmakes on Instagram for a number of years and she has a very funny and relatable way of sharing her life. Her latest book is a memoir and talks about the dissolution of her 25 year marriage and how she had to come awake to many important areas in her life as a result. Bad Therapy- Why The Kids aren't Growing Up by Abigail Shrier The author is an investigative journalist who argues that aspects of the mental health industry is harming American children, not helping them but over-diagnosing and over-treating normal struggles. It's important to get children the mental health help that they need but Shrier warns that normal development challenges and emotions are sometimes mislabeled as mental disorders which can lead children to adopt an “illness identity.” It Didn't Start With You -How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn This book talks about how trauma and epigenetic are linked. Trauma can change how our genes work and influence stress responses, health, and mood and these alterations can be passed down to future generations, which can help explain intergenerational trauma. This was a very eye opening book and helpful for anyone processing struggles linked to family history. The Marvelous Pigness of Pigs by Joel Salatin Since reading Michael Pollan's book, The Omnivore's Dilemma, I've been working on getting the meat our family eats from ethically sustainable sources. Joel Salatin, owner and operator of Polyface Farms, makes the case for how farming and ranching practices need to change (for the good of the environment, the animals, the farmer, and society in general). Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy This is a book that was first published back in 2009 and was updated in 2020. It has been used by many professional athletes and high achievers to develop a stronger mental and emotional game. NFL player, A.J. Brown of the Philadelphia Eagles, was filmed reading this book on the sidelines of a January 2025 playoff game and the book started selling thousands of copies. Some of the principles in the book that resonated with me were detaching self-worth from outcomes so that your identity isn't tied to results or achievements. Instead of asking, “How did I do?” Ask, “What did I learn.” Another important take-away was learning to gain control over my inner world. We don't have to believe everything our mind tells us. Yes, we should recognize emotions and thoughts but come back to our core values to develop self-mastery. Estrogen Matters -Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve Women's Well-Being and Lengthen Their Lives- Without Raising the Risk of Breast Cancer (Revised and Updated) by Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris As a woman in perimenopause I've been educating myself on how to make this transition in life work for me. As a result I started using HRT two years ago and it has improved my life physically, mentally, and emotionally. Thankfully the FDA removed the black box warning on HRT in 2025 after years of misinformation. This book is a must read for women in their mid-30's and up, those who have experienced surgical menopause, or anyone who wants to understand the role of estrogen more completely. From Strength to Strength– Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks Brooks is a Harvard professor and happiness columnist for The Atlantic. He draws on philosophy, social science, biography, and spirituality to offer a helpful roadmap for aging well in the second half of life. In order to embrace, and not fight, the inevitable decline we need to redefine success (moving away from being primarily validated by money or job titles) and look to internal measures like a deeper sense of purpose, wisdom, strong relationships, and service to others. Nuclear War: A Scenario by Annie Jacobson Annie Jacobson is one of those authors from which I will read anything she writes. In the rather bleak (but fascinating) book she lays out the history of nuclear programs throughout the world and presents a scenario in which nuclear weapons are used. Spoiler alert- there are no good outcomes. Breath- The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor I've struggled with allergies since childhood, dealing with a lot of nasal congestion. As a result I was a mouth breather and this book challenged me to take a look at my breathing patterns and make some changes. Over the course of a year I trained myself to breathe through my nose during the day (but nighttime was a bigger challenge). A few months ago I started using mouth tape at night (and an airflow clip nasal dilator called Snore Less Now to open up my airway). I've experienced better mouth hygiene and deeper sleep as a result. Honorable Mentions (nonfiction) Hidden Potential by Adam Grant All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Evidence Not Seen by Darlene Deibler Rose Revenge of The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher Angie's Top 10 Fiction Reads: The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny (#19 in the Armand Gamache series) If you enjoy mysteries and thrillers this series is excellent. I've particularly enjoyed listening to them on audiobook since I'm not a French speaker and would probably mispronounce many names and places otherwise. The Life Impossible by Matt Haig I've enjoyed every book that author Matt Haig has written and this one was no exception. The Life Impossible follows a retired math teacher named Grace who is grieving the loss of her husband and son. She receives an unexpected inheritance which forces her outside her comfort zone, helping her to deal with her past and find new purpose for the future. Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver This book is a modern retelling of Charles Dicken's David Coperfield. It follows a boy named Damon Fields who is born into poverty in modern rural Appalachia. He has a very tumultuous life particularly because of the weakness of the foster care system. The book deals with some very heavy subjects but it's ultimately a story of resilience and the power of finding hope in community and through art. The Burning White by Brent Weeks This is the fifth and final book in the Lightbringer Series, a modern fantasy set in a world governed by light and the magic of Chromaturgy. In this world, some people called drafters have the ability to harness light to create a physical substance called “luxin.” Each color has unique powers and identity and the drafter is changed over time. Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown My teens had read this series a few years ago so I was a bit late to the game. But once I finished the first book, Red Rising, I devoured the other five in this fantasy/sci-fi series and am eagerly waiting for the final book to be released next summer. The series centers on class warfare because of a rigid caste system and the main character gets involved in an attempted revolution. This fast paced series is full of action, violence and is set in space. The Measure by Nikki Erlick In this book everyone who reaches a specific age receives a box revealing their lifespan. The story follows eight people who wrestle with the decision whether to open their boxes or not and what to do with the information they get. Ultimately it's an uplifting book that encourages us to live life to the fullest. Twice by Mitch Albom This is a magical realism novel about a boy named Alfie who discovers that he gets two chances at everything in his life. It's a very engaging storyline (which kept me guessing until the end). It really made me see even more value in imperfection and that growth comes from learning. Marble Hall Murders by Anthony Horowitz This mystery follows freelance editor Susan Ryleland who finds herself unwillingly entangled in the death of an author whose book she is working on. I enjoy a mystery that keeps me guessing. The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai I enjoyed the audiobook version of this book which follows the story of Sonia and Sunny who are both Indian immigrants to the United States who are navigating love, family, country, class, and race. Trevor's Top Reads in 2025: Trevor managed to finish 41 books last year. These ones rose to the top: How the Irish Saved Civilization -The Untold Story of Ireland’s Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe by Thomas Cahill. Basically, the Irish saved civilization because their monasteries preserved classical texts, learning, and book making after the fall of the Roman Empire. Irish monks later established monasteries on continental Europe which became centers of learning. American Nations -A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America by Colin Woodard. This was a paradigm shaping book, it provides the best explanation for regional differences in the USA. As You Wish -Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride (1987) by Cary Elwes. If you love the movie, listen to the audio book to Cary Elwes and other cast members share behind-the-scenes stories. The Shortest History of Ancient Rome -A Millennium of Western Civilization, from Kingdom to Republic to Empire: A Retelling for Our Times by Ross King. Trevor is a big fan of the Shortest History series because they provide a short overviews without getting too myopic or tedious. Mark Twain by Ron Chernow. This is a 1,200 page tome or 45 hours on audio book. Fun fact! Twain smoked between 22-40 cigars per day. Let’s end with some Mark Twain quotes: “The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd druther not.” “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter”. “Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.”  “The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them”.

Welcome to Miss Willa's Book Club, where we explore the vast universe of literature one book at a time! In this episode, we're delving into “Golden Son” by Pierce Brown, the gripping second installment in the Red Rising trilogy. Join us as we follow Darrow's journey through the treacherous world of political intrigue and rebellion. We'll discuss the book's intense action, complex characters, and the high-stakes power struggles that drive the narrative forward. From the shocking twists to the emotional highs and lows, we'll share our thoughts and insights on what makes “Golden Son” a standout sequel. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the series or new to the world of Red Rising, this episode promises an engaging and in-depth discussion that will leave you eager for more. Connect with us on TikTok and Instagram at @MissWillasBookClubPod, and share your thoughts via email at misswillasbookclub@gmail.com. Grab your copy of “Golden Son,” and let's dive into this thrilling adventure together! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/misswillasbookclub/support

The Buddies close out Pierce Brown's, Red Rising trilogy, with book 3: Morning Star. It was sad to see one of the Buddies favorite trilogies come to an end, but luckily in five years they'll completely forget the series and be able to do it all over again! The Buddies got to chatting about: yearbooks, the prisoner's dilemma, and the drawbacks of filming everything (especially violent massacres). So equip your SlingBlade and wolf cloaks for one last ride (in this trilogy at least) as we finish book 3 in the Red Rising Series.Intro (0:00-1:21)Stock Up/Down (1:22-28:29)Favorite Scene/Character (28:30-38:30)Love/Hate (38:31-46:20)Recapping Series & Conclusion (46:21-50:08) NEXT EPISODE: Shōgun (2024 TV series)NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J. K. Rowling

 The Buddies we're so happy to see their friends, Darrow, Sevro, and Mustang again as they read Golden Son, book 2 of Pierce Brown's Red Rising Series. The Buddies have talked about how this is one of the only series to come close to Harry Potter, and book 1 currently sits on top of their favorite books read on the podcast. So how did this one turn out? Well, you'll just have to listen to find out! And maybe give us a bloody damn review if you have the chance. Intro (0:00-3:38)Stock Up/Down (3:39-29:55)Favorite Scene/Character (29:56-37:29)Love/Hate (37:30-51:15)Casting the Movie (51:16-53:39)Conclusion (53:40-55:25) NEXT BOOK: Morning Star (Red Rising Series, Book 3) by Pierce Brown

Red Rising fans unite! It's been 3 books of Darrow's "darrowmindedness" when it comes to who is responsible for every life lost in the universe, himself. Join Evan and Chad as these fearless book reviewers try their very best to keep heads held high and those who have fallen as the Red rose in their hearts and minds.. ...and off of Darrow's already over-burdened shoulders. Get ready for a pulse-pounding journey to the far reaches of the solar system as our fearless hosts hell-dive into the thrilling world of Pierce Brown's "Iron Gold," the explosive (is it though?) fourth installment in the Red Rising series! Join these fearless page slayers as they explore and detangle the intricate web of political intrigue, intense battles, and complex (and sometimes not complex) characters. Will they answer the pressing question of whose death is Darrow blaming himself for in this book? You'll just have to press play and find out in this review, summary, and discussion of Pierce Brown's Fourth Book in the popular Red Rising Series, Iron Gold.   

Welcome back to episode 30 of the BookTok Book Club Podcast. Join Cindy and Amy today as they discuss the books they read this summer.  The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E Schwab - The story follows a young French woman in 1714 who makes a bargain with the Dark that makes her immortal, but curses her to be forgotten by everyone she meets. Gallant by V.E Schwab - A darkly magical and thrilling tale of a young woman caught between the world and its shadows, who must embrace her legacy to stop the approaching darkness. A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E Schwab - When a dangerous artifact from a forbidden realm falls into Kell's possession, he and a thief named Lila Bard become entangled in a perilous adventure. Upgrade by Blake Crouch - After a botched raid, GPA agent Logan Ramsay discovers he's been infected by an unknown virus. A virus that slowly changes his DNA, upgrading his mental and physical prowess and turning him into the kind of anomaly the GPA hunts down. Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown - set in the future on Mars, Red Rising follows lowborn miner Darrow as he infiltrates the ranks of the elite Golds. Devil in the White City by Erik Larson - a historical non-fiction book that intertwines the true tale of the 1893 World's Fair and the cunning serial killer who used the fair to lure his victims to their death. House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune - an enchanting fantasy romance novel. It  follows a case worker for magical children forced to choose between saving the world or dividing a family when he is sent to a mysterious residence housing half a dozen unique youths. The Italian Teacher by Tom Rachman - It tells the story of Pinch, a man whose whole life is overshadowed by his father, the great 20th-century artist Bear Bavinsky. Join us again next week and be sure to check out our previous episodes.  Connect with us on Tiktok @cindygwrites, @cynthiagwrites and @aekingauthor  

Wow just wow - Join Effy, Evan, and Chad as the compliments flow like water on this recap and review of Morning Star, Book Three in the Red Rising Series. Pierce Brown is once again swinging (if this could even be possible) an even sharper sword in book three. Mr. Brown - we know your listening and if you haven't figured it out, let me state very clearly, you are a master of your craft. But to the real heart of the matter and what you all no-doubt are actually wanting to know, did Effy cry? Or was it just Evan and Chad, same as book two once again displaying their fearless nature? You will just have to listen and find out on another exciting episode of Book Reviews Kill! 

“A river of material flows through us. When we share our works and our ideas, they are replenished. If we block the flow by holding them all inside, the river cannot run and new ideas are slow to appear. In the abundant mindset, the river never runs dry. Ideas are always coming through. And an artist is free to release them with the faith that more will arrive. If we live in a mindset of scarcity, we hoard great ideas.” Welcome back to another episode of Made You Think! In true Made You Think fashion, our 100th episode is full of tangents. This week, we read The Creative Act by Rick Rubin which emphasizes the importance of being genuine and vulnerable in the creative process, showing that your own struggles and authenticity can result in meaningful and powerful creative work.  We cover a wide range of topics including: Giving life to the ideas in your imagination Publishing cadences of different successful book series Rick Rubin's backstory in the music industry How media's incentives have shifted from accuracy to clicks Tactics to unblock your creativity And much more. Please enjoy, and make sure to follow Nat, Neil, and Adil on Twitter and share your thoughts on the episode. Links from the Episode: Mentioned in the Show: Great Books Series (0:43) Nat's Notes podcast (1:03) How to draw an owl (13:32) Hose (19:52) Elden Ring (26:58) Dark Winds (28:35) Eric Weinstein on Kayfabe (38:22) Nightcrawler (44:36) Books Mentioned: The Creative Act Count Down (11:35) (Nat's Book Notes) East of Eden (12:08) (Nat's Book Notes) A Game of Thrones (26:07) Red Rising Series (32:54)  50th Law (40:33) (Nat's Book Notes) Trust Me, I'm Lying (41:44) The River of Doubt (1:01:51) (Book Episode) People Mentioned: Rick Rubin (4:51) Phil Jackson (5:10) Steve Jobs (5:19) Neil Strauss (6:36) Johnny Cash (18:08) Joaquin Phoenix (23:17) George R. R. Martin (26:01) Isaac Asimov (31:11) Show Topics: (0:00) Welcome to Episode 100- We want to say a big thank you to all of our listeners! Whether you were around for our first episode in 2017 or joined us sometime afterwards, we appreciate you listening to our show. (1:01) Nat talks about how he manages his current content schedule from articles and newsletters to podcasts and short form videos.  (4:48) Today, we're discussing The Creative Act. Think of it as a 'mindset' book rather than a tactical book, and how you can go into reading this book to get the most value out of it. (9:15) This is a great book to read early in your career as it addresses common mental roadblocks you may face within the creative process. Oftentimes, what you output may not be the same as what you initially planned in your mind, but that doesn't make it any less valuable. (14:10) Getting out of your own way is a large part of creativity. The importance of mixing it up and giving attention to even the most simplistic ideas you may have. (19:35) We share a little bit about Rick Rubin's backstory and how he came to work with so many famous musicians. As the founder of Def Jam, he has worked with several talented musical acts including Johnny Cash, the Beastie Boys, Run-DMC, and more. (23:43) Why you should keep the scope of your work smaller, and how that helps you to recognize your work as a moment in time rather than something that has to define you forever.  (29:06) How book and TV series often rely on the momentum from their viewers and readers for the continued success of their future releases, though that momentum can be difficult to drum up.  (32:51) Some authors take long breaks between each of their books while others churn them out right after another. It goes to show that the creative process looks different for everybody. (36:17) A lot of the news outlets serve the purpose of entertaining rather than informing. When compared to WWE, it's something that we know is a sham or is fabricated, but it's still amusing to watch. (42:52) Dangerous positive feedback loops between the media, people seeking their names in the news, and those consuming it. Media's incentives aren't necessarily to get things right but to get more clicks and views.  (49:29) Despite some leadership issues within the past decade in America, we've stayed afloat. How long can we stay this way? (56:02) The power of the US dollar and inflation rates in the US vs. other countries.  (59:54) That wraps up this episode. Thanks again to our listeners for hitting the 100th episode milestone with us! If you enjoyed this episode, let us know by leaving a review on iTunes and tell a friend. As always, let us know if you have any book recommendations! You can say hi to us on Twitter @TheRealNeilS, @adilmajid, @nateliason and share your thoughts on this episode. You can now support Made You Think using the Value-for-Value feature of Podcasting 2.0. This means you can directly tip the co-hosts in BTC with minimal transaction fees. To get started, simply download a podcast app (like Fountain or Breez) that supports Value-for-Value and send some BTC to your in-app wallet. You can then use that to support shows who have opted-in, including Made You Think! We'll be going with this direct support model moving forward, rather than ads. Thanks for listening. See you next time!

Think Tank returns with a non- spoiler review about the first three books of the Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown. 9/10

Join us for a different type of episode today, Would You Rather Bookish Edition. Grace from @BeachBayBooks and I chat about worst case scenario for any book babe, things we wish could happen in real life, and a lot of things we agree on. Play along with us and message us your answers! *This episode contains spoilers from: Six of Crows Duology by Leigh Bardugo, Empire of a Vampire by Jay Kristoff, The Dark Artifices by Cassandra Clare, Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown Would You Rather [Bookish Edition]: Only read fantasy or science fiction Own all paperback or all hard cover Only read female authors or only reread your favorites Live in your favorite book or have your favorite character be real Only read stand-alones or series Only buy book boxes or any custom/book specific merch (money is no object) Own mismatching (hardcover, special edition, paperback) books but all the books you want or collect a specific type slowly Have the ending spoiled or never know what happens Have a book where the main character is killed or the love interest is killed off Audio or eBooks Dinner with your favorite author or favorite character Never be able to buy more till you finish all of the books on your shelf or never be allowed to read the books you currently own Meet your favorite literary crush or famous person crush Write the ending to your favorite series or get to decide the start of your favorite authors next book Ruin the dust jacket or crack the spine Reread your least favorite book every month, or never read your favorite book again This episode is sponsored by Audible by Amazon, click here to try Audible for free! Our pick for the October Book Club Pick is The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling, click here to join the discord and follow along! Our meeting will be on October 30th, join us and dress up as your favorite character for a Halloween Happy Hour. Please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review and follow along on Instagram and Tiktok @TheBookishBanterPodcast. Check out the new website here! If you want to check out our Patreon, click here for behind the scenes content and bonus episodes!!! Follow Tatyana on Instagram @TheLiteratureLlama2.0 and Tiktok. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebookishbanterpodcast/support

This week we take a bloodydamn dive into the depths of a society living on a terraformed Mars hundreds of years into our future. The humans of this alternate reality are, get this, enforcing a rigid caste system that benefits a privileged few, and it's our meathead hero's job to infiltrate that society and take it down from the inside. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Advertise on Overdue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode...Lisse's back! Hooray! Big hugs and all the love as Lisse shares a little bit about her absence from the podcast and how she's doing now. After catching up a bit, we had a good time talking about books we're excited to read this Summer. Get ready for lots of backlist gems to add to your TBR's!Books We MentionFind all the books we mention on this episode through this link.The Red Rising Series, by Pierce BrownSnow Flower and the Secret Fan, by Lisa SeeThe Souls of Poor Folk, by Alexander IrvineAngela's Ashes, by Frank McCourtMy Lady of the Chimney Corner, by Alexander IrvineRebecca, by Daphne DuMaurierA Darker Shade of Magic, by VE SchwabNory Ryan's Song, by Patricia Reilly GiffSula, by Tony MorrisonMoonstone's Curse, by Sam SicilianoReading Lolita in Tehran, by Azar NafisiLark Rise to Candleford, by Flora ThompsonStuff We MentionOvernight on an alpaca farm! (We really hope Lisse wins this super fun prize from her library!)Episode 3 with Mindy BrouseEaston Press BooksGet in touch with us to talk books @westmorelandpodcast, or email westmorelandpodcast@gmail.com.Our next episode is scheduled for July 2nd. Happy reading!Affiliate disclaimer: all our affiliate links are for abebooks.com...your cost stays the same, but the little kickback from your purchases through our links supports the podcast and helps us keep recording!

Alec and Zac are celebrating 6 months of the podcast with this in depth SPOILER discussion of Morning Star by Pierce Brown, his third book in the Red Rising Series. They are joined by a special guest, Jacob, a close friend and huge fan of the Red Rising Series. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/a2ztalks/message

Join us for our last episode in 2019 where we give out the most sought-after and prestigious award there is; the Futurish AWARD! Some might even call it the ‘oscars’ for everything, including the movies. We will give out a Futurish award for the best movie-, game-, book-, news-, program/app--, company and gadget of the year 2019! You do not want to miss this. As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard

On this episode of the podcast, we share fiction books that we love. Links in the show notes to all of them as well as a free audible trial. 30 Day Audible Trial + 2 Free Audio Books - https://amzn.to/30tfXWZ Brooke's Books: What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty The Lake House by Kate Morton The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens T.J.'s Books (linking the first book of the series): Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown Name of the Wind (Kingkiller Chronicles) by Patrick Rothfuss The Way of Kings Series by Brandon Sanderson We are Legion (We are Bob) by Dennis E Taylor Other Books We Mentioned: The Harry Potter Series Audio Book by JK Rowling Ready Player One by Ernest Cline --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walkinlove/message

In which we talk about last month’s favorite books, discuss the Red Rising Series, and talk about which books we’re looking forward to most this summer!   Have a quirk, quandary, or recommendation? Send it to us on Instagram @toorealtokyo or our email, toorealtokyo@gmail.com Angie: @photofreek Jamie: @jamieintyo Music: www.purple-planet.com   Becoming Wise - Krista Tippitt The Girl in the Tower - Katherine Arden Artemis - Andy Weir Wish - Barbara O’Conner The BFG - Roald Dahl A Million Little Pieces - James Fray Soul Survivor - Philip Yancey Red Rising - Pierce Brown When You Reach Me - Rebecca Stead The Shape of Water - Daniel Kraus   Summer Hopeful Reads: Angie: The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stories We Believe about Ourselves - Curt Thompson Blackfish City - Sam J. Miller A Wind in the Door - Madeleine L’Engle Jamie: The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel Van Der Kolk M.D. The Future is Asian - Parag Khanna The Hate U Give - Angie Thomas The Legend Series - Marie Lu

01:56 - TJ VanToll Introduction Twitter GitHub Blog Telerik 03:08 - Code Sharing Adventures in Angular Episode #74: NativeScript with Burke Holland and TJ VanToll 06:35 - Components and Directives 13:09 - NativeScript and Electron 15:02 - Business Model 16:07 - Compatability; Multi/Cross-Platform Capability 17:31 - Why Use NativeScript? 26:41 - Performance and Usability; Hybrid and Native 30:21 - iOS Concerns; Xamarin 37:23 - Where is NativeScript heading? (Future Visions and Plans) 38:21 - Getting Started with NativeScript Getting Started Guide Building Apps with NativeScript and Angular 2 Angular for NativeScript Picks Things Organized Neatly (Jules) House of Cards: A Tale of Hubris and Wretched Excess on Wall Street by William D. Cohan (Ward) AngularFire - Firebase (Joe) Zootopia (Joe) Rogue One Star Wars Trailer (John) HoloLens (Chuck) .NET Rocks! (Chuck) MicroConf (Chuck) Build a Raspberry Pi-Powered DIY Amazon Echo (Chuck) The 5th Wave Book Series (TJ) Red Rising Series (TJ)

01:56 - TJ VanToll Introduction Twitter GitHub Blog Telerik 03:08 - Code Sharing Adventures in Angular Episode #74: NativeScript with Burke Holland and TJ VanToll 06:35 - Components and Directives 13:09 - NativeScript and Electron 15:02 - Business Model 16:07 - Compatability; Multi/Cross-Platform Capability 17:31 - Why Use NativeScript? 26:41 - Performance and Usability; Hybrid and Native 30:21 - iOS Concerns; Xamarin 37:23 - Where is NativeScript heading? (Future Visions and Plans) 38:21 - Getting Started with NativeScript Getting Started Guide Building Apps with NativeScript and Angular 2 Angular for NativeScript Picks Things Organized Neatly (Jules) House of Cards: A Tale of Hubris and Wretched Excess on Wall Street by William D. Cohan (Ward) AngularFire - Firebase (Joe) Zootopia (Joe) Rogue One Star Wars Trailer (John) HoloLens (Chuck) .NET Rocks! (Chuck) MicroConf (Chuck) Build a Raspberry Pi-Powered DIY Amazon Echo (Chuck) The 5th Wave Book Series (TJ) Red Rising Series (TJ)

01:56 - TJ VanToll Introduction Twitter GitHub Blog Telerik 03:08 - Code Sharing Adventures in Angular Episode #74: NativeScript with Burke Holland and TJ VanToll 06:35 - Components and Directives 13:09 - NativeScript and Electron 15:02 - Business Model 16:07 - Compatability; Multi/Cross-Platform Capability 17:31 - Why Use NativeScript? 26:41 - Performance and Usability; Hybrid and Native 30:21 - iOS Concerns; Xamarin 37:23 - Where is NativeScript heading? (Future Visions and Plans) 38:21 - Getting Started with NativeScript Getting Started Guide Building Apps with NativeScript and Angular 2 Angular for NativeScript Picks Things Organized Neatly (Jules) House of Cards: A Tale of Hubris and Wretched Excess on Wall Street by William D. Cohan (Ward) AngularFire - Firebase (Joe) Zootopia (Joe) Rogue One Star Wars Trailer (John) HoloLens (Chuck) .NET Rocks! (Chuck) MicroConf (Chuck) Build a Raspberry Pi-Powered DIY Amazon Echo (Chuck) The 5th Wave Book Series (TJ) Red Rising Series (TJ)

Our guest today is Nick Mindel ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/nmindel/ ) , Partner at Amberstone ( https://amberstonelp.com/ ). Amberstone invests at the early stages in entrepreneurs building breakthrough consumer companies. Some of their investments include Daily Harvest, Juneshine, Bev and Honey Mama's. Previously, Nick worked at Piper Sandler and a co-founder of Trail Post Ventures. Thank you Justin Gordon for the introduction! A book that he recommends that inspired him personally is A River Runs Through It ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/022647206X?camp=1789&creativeASIN=022647206X&ie=UTF8&linkCode=xm2&tag=theconsumervc-20 ) by Norman Maclean. A book that inspired him professionally is Principles ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1501124021?camp=1789&creativeASIN=1501124021&ie=UTF8&linkCode=xm2&tag=theconsumervc-20 ) by Ray Dalio. A series that he's thoroughly enjoyed is The Red Rising Series ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/9123881453?camp=1789&creativeASIN=9123881453&ie=UTF8&linkCode=xm2&tag=theconsumervc-20 ) by Pierce Brown. You can also follow your host, Mike, on Twitter @mikegelb ( https://twitter.com/MikeGelb ). You can also follow for episode announcements @consumervc ( https://twitter.com/ConsumerVc ). Some of the questions that I asked Nick - * Tell me your origin story, I know your family was involved in the food and beverage industry, but what initially attracted you to finance and consumer? * How did Trail Post Ventures come together? * I can imagine building out a track record is hard, and even with a track record that doesn't mean you can fundraise. For folks that are looking to raise their own funds, what would you advise? * Talk to me about the transition to Amberstone come together? * What's Amberstone's thesis? * What are some qualities in founders that you like to see? * When you are evaluating opportunities, how do you think about optimizing profitability vs. growth and gross margin? * How do you think about the differences between a trend and a fad? * How do you think about habits? Since we're living in COVID, it seems like people have become more comfortable buying physical goods online as it's become the only way to. How are you thinking about ecommerce when things go (roughly) back to normal - stores reopen? * What are consumer trends that you are most excited about? * Is it harder to find conviction among founders since you are meeting with them remotely? * I've had on Will McClelland, whose the MP at Elizabeth Street Ventures and he believes that if you want to build a consumer company or focus on consumer, New York is the place to do that, not San Francisco. What are your thoughts around some of the differences between NY and SF? * Do you take a look at founders that are located in secondary and tertiary markets? If so, what's some advice for them that are building venture backable businesses but aren't in a big venture ecosystem? * What's one thing that you would change when it came to venture capital? * What's your most recent investment and what makes you excited about it? * What's one piece of advice for founders building consumer businesses?