Ever thought of how life's daily rhythms, the ordinary, and the mundane could be a mesmerizing tale? Well, that's quite the reality we experience in Wendell Berry's book 'A Place on Earth'. This episode takes a profound dive into the ordinary lives outlined by Berry, likening it to a reality show or a 'Seinfeld without jokes'. Join us as we unravel how the characters, while not engaged in grand plans, expose their clear motives and desires through everyday humdrum. Our conversation doe...
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Ever thought of how life's daily rhythms, the ordinary, and the mundane could be a mesmerizing tale? Well, that's quite the reality we experience in Wendell Berry's book 'A Place on Earth'. This episode takes a profound dive into the ordinary lives outlined by Berry, likening it to a reality show or a 'Seinfeld without jokes'. Join us as we unravel how the characters, while not engaged in grand plans, expose their clear motives and desires through everyday humdrum. Our conversation doe...
Travels with Charley: Exploring America's Heartland with John Steinbeck and Gary Sinise
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Travels with Charley: Exploring America's Heartland with John Steinbeck and Gary Sinise
Join me and Ellen as I share my experience of not only listening to the audiobook, but also my unique connection to Gary Sinise, the narrator. Our journey takes us through the heart of America, as we dive into Steinbeck's desire to reconnect with reality after finding success and moving to New York. We'll discuss the uncertain length of his cross-country road trip, the 2010 attempt to recreate his route using his notes, and the possibility that some of the dialogue in the book was fabr...
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Ever thought of how life's daily rhythms, the ordinary, and the mundane could be a mesmerizing tale? Well, that's quite the reality we experience in Wendell Berry's book 'A Place on Earth'. This episode takes a profound dive into the ordinary lives outlined by Berry, likening it to a reality show or a 'Seinfeld without jokes'. Join us as we unravel how the characters, while not engaged in grand plans, expose their clear motives and desires through everyday humdrum. Our conversation doe...
