Bookworm is dedicated to doing more than just reading books. Mike Schmitz and Cory Hixson read a book every two weeks and discuss ways to apply the authors lessons to their lives.
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A podcast where two brothers discuss books that they love and the occasional book that missed the mark. We will deep dive into our thoughts about the books along with the themes and book group discussion points that we find pertinent. All the books will be spoiled; you have been warned.
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Introducing you to the newest literary talents.
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Reviews of books for kids and teens
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Welcome to the Bookworms Podcast, where amazing things happen.
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Podcast by PlsFeedMyBookwormThoughts
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Two women reviewing books they've read on a weekly(ish) basis.
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Book reviews by Raj on Youtube and Podcasts
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This podcast offers and in-depth analysis of the novel, “Into the Wild.” Cover art photo provided by Vanessa Ives on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@vanessaives
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Daniela Daniel and Ferissa Mabalot’s each 5 of their most favorite books!
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The Bookworm Page is a podcast and discussion space for books. The goal is to expand the reading community, help reduce screen time for people and allow them to discover reading material instead!
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A podcast of stories for children of all ages that your bright bookworms can tune into anytime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Warning possible explicit material. Come explore this bookworm's lost pages of thought. A multitude of Paranormal romance, Witchy Mysteries, and overall tantalizingly bothering stories. Each Story will take you on a new adventure.
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Bookworm Banquet is a program that aims to Satisfy Your Literary Cravings by offering up book reviews and author interviews on all genres of books with one caveat; the books must be family friendly. Our goal is to offer wholesome reading to our listeners, whether they are fiction or biography, current releases or classics, children’s books or books for older readers, we will review and discuss them all! JD and Nicole are avid readers who love talking about literature and would love for you t ...
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Greeting, folks! Welcome to the official "Bookworm History" podcast, where we talk about the great stories behind great books, interesting and out of the way places to connect with history, and random bits of trivia and fun facts! Basically it's a celebration of all things nerdy and fascinating. So take a listen! I hope you find something that interests you! If you do, by all means let me know! If you'd like to know more about a topic or have something you find interesting that you'd like to ...
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Welcome to Your Favorite YA Bookworm, fellow bookworms who enjoy YA books! This podcast is hosted by me, Ana! A university student that has no free time but still finds time to read these amazing books! In this podcast, I will be retelling the story plots of many YA books while adding funny and sarcastic comments! I also will be giving my overall opinion and I'll be rating each book at the end of each episode. There are new episodes every Thursday! (Instagram: @yourfavoriteYAbookworm)
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Do you want to spend more time reading but aren’t sure what book to start with? Or are you a voracious reader looking for your next page-turner? Whether you’re a bonafide bookworm or a bookworm in the making, the WE SHOULD ALL BE BOOKWORMS podcast is for you. Peek into magnetic books that have universal appeal — books that will resonate with you and connect with you in a deep way — no matter who you are or where you’re from. Tune in monthly and visit bookwormpod.com to learn more.
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A monthly podcast where we discuss and review all of the latest Star Wars releases from Marvel Comics, Del Rey Books, Disney/Lucasfilm Press, and more. Expect fun and knowledgeable guests from the fan community and interviews with official Star Wars writers! Hosted by Teresa Delgado and Aaron Goins.
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I am a bibliophile and a bookworm and have no bookclub to join, therefore I thought I would start one with the world! :) In this podcast I will be discussing literature and will do a deep dive analysis of each and every page. This podcast is for anyone who truly loves to discuss books, to explore its themes, characters, its life philosophies, and wants to learn as much as possible, not only about the book, but about the human experience as well. Join me as I discuss my favorite works from li ...
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195: Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg
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The right conversation at the right moment can change everything. Today’s author promises to teach us how to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation. Support the Show Mike’s LifeTheme cohort Mike’s Reading Masterclass Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg Bookworm #52: The Power of Habit Bookworm #63: Atomic Habi…
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The Liar Book Discussion
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Welcome to our latest episode. For this month, Alex and Joe read a strange novel by one of Joe's favorite people of all time. We read The Liar by Stephen Fry. This is kind of a spy novel but not. It is also a coming of age novel, but again not. One thing that it is, is funny. Or at least Joe thinks that. Give us a listen to find out why Alex thinks…
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Bonus Episode; Alex and Joe read a fan suggestion, The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread
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Hello all! Today's bonus episode was a fan suggestion. This super fan had the request that we read a lost classic called The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread by Don Robertson. This story is one of the novels that got the great Stephen King interested in writing. Give it a listen to see what two lesser known brothers think of it. Our next regularly…
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194: Mastery by Robert Greene
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Today’s author believes each one of us has within us the potential to be a Master and promises to teach us how to unlock it. Join Mike & Cory as they embark on the path to greatness. Support the Show Mike’s Reading Masterclass Mike’s Community (The Library) Hello Audio Room.com Mastery by Robert Greene Bookworm 160: 48 Laws of Power Bookworm #193: …
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian Book Discussion
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This month Alex and Joe discuss another controversial book. Today we are talking about The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. We don't delve too deeply into the controversy about the author, as neither of us looked too hard into it. It didn't really have much to do with the assigned reading. What we do discuss though, is…
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193: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
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Our current definition of “productivity” is broken. Today’s author promises to give us a roadmap for escaping overload without sacrificing accomplishment. Join Mike & Cory as they dive into Cal Newport’s latest book and attempt to fight back against busyness and overwhelm. Support the Show Mike’s Reading Workshop The Deep Life podcast Slow Producti…
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Bonus Episode; Valliant Women with Becky Guest Hosting
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For National Women's Month, we have a special book for everyone. Becky joins Joe to discuss the book Valliant Women by Lena Andrews. It is about the women that helped win World War Two; the brave women that broke tradition to assist our Soldiers and Marines and Navy in whatever capacity that they could. Becky gets her heckles up and Joe makes sure …
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192: The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly
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Today’s author shares twelve technological imperatives that will shape the next thirty years. Join Cory and Mike as they consider the role of AI and other trends and the impact they will have on our lives. Mike’s notes for The Inevitable Lateral Thinking by Edward de Bono Bookworm #191: Six Thinking Hats The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly The Deep Life …
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This month Joe and Alex discuss the book, Lamb, the Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal by Christopher Moore. This was Joe's pick. As he says, one of his top 5 books of all time. This is a controversial book about the "lost years" of Jesus and how he developed his teachings. A perfect book to read leading up to Easter this year, so you…
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191: Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono
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Today’s author promises to teach us a practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. Join Cory & Mike as they embark on a journey for clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity. Mike’s notes for Six Thinking Hats Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono Mike’s iPhone Home Screen Blank Spaces i…
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Bonus Episode; Becky talks about two retellings of Cinderella
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In this bonus episode, Becky was kind enough to join Joe again and discuss some fairytale retellings. Becky picked out two of her favorite childhood retellings, The Talking Eggs by Robert D. San Souci and Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters by John Steptoe. Becky has lots of questions about why we retell so many fairytales, and why so many are based on wo…
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190: Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe
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Do you have trouble learning new things? Today’s authors promise to help us improve our ability to learn based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Join Mike & new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to make the best use of their brains. Mike’s Notes from Learn Like a Pro Cory’s Designing Your Academic Life workshop Mike’s Learning Community L…
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Gone Baby Gone Book Discussion
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This month Alex and Joe discuss the book, Gone Baby Gone by Denis Lehane. This is a crime thriller that takes place in '90s Boston. Both of us reflect on those simpler times and the tropes that these kinds of books loved to throw around back then. One thing that we had to keep reminding ourselves of, no cell phones. Oh how times have changed. Our n…
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189: Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans
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Today’s authors (and Stanford Life Design Lab co-founders) promise to help us use design thinking to create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling. Join Mike and new co-host Cory Hixson as they attempt to build their version of a well-lived, joyful life. Apple Vision Pro Focused 196: Focus & The Reading Life, with Maryanne Wolf Reader, Come …
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Bonus Episode; Stuffed with guests Becky and Megan
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In this episode we have two very special guests today. Both our wives, Becky and Megan are here to discuss a book that Alex is calling the greatest classic since Gilgamesh and Joe thinks it as the dumbest thing ever written... We are talking about the book, Stuffed by Sylvia Morrow. 87 pages of pure hell. About a sentient pillow. And the love makin…
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188: Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal
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This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: HelloFresh: America’s #1 Meal Kit. Get one free breakfast item per box for the length of your subscription with the code bookwormfree. Productivity isn’t just hard work and efficiency. Today’s author promises to teach us an easier and happier path to success. Cory’s Talking to the Internet podcast Mike’s Ob…
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187: Difficult Conversations by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, & Sheila Heen
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As humans, we tend to avoid conversations that can cause us to feel anxious or frustrated. But today’s authors make the case for leaning into these difficult conversations and give us advice for doing so with confidence and skill. Talking to the Internet podcast Bookworm #101: Never Split the Difference Mike’s Obsidian University Cohort Difficult C…
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Stiff Book Discussion
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This month Joe and Alex discuss the book Stiff by Mary Roach. They are joined by their favorite returning guest host, Becky. This was one of Becky's favorite teenage books. Yes, she is a little strange. But we all still love her. We talk about everyone's favorite subject, death. And more importantly, what to do with your body after you are no longe…
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186: Same as Ever by Morgan Housel
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We tend to focus on the things that are new and different. But today’s author argues that we should really be looking at the things that stay the same. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to navigate uncertainty by focusing on the things that never, ever change. Cal Newport podcast episode about task management Mike’s Obsidian task management Dashboard…
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Bonus Episode; Becky gives a talk about the book Peak
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In this bonus episode, Becky has returned once again to discuss the book Peak by Roland Smith. She gives an in-depth overview of the book and gives us some of the prompts that she would give her middle school students. Joe and Becky discuss some of the ins and outs of climbing Everest. Neither of us are experts on the matter, so we apologize for al…
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185: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy
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Today’s author(s) promise to teach us a perspective shift that will help us achieve incredible personal freedom. Join Joe & Mike as they consider who can help them get where they want to go. Adam Grant’s Hidden Potential Quiz Bookworm #184: Hidden Potential Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Bookworm 171: The Gap & The Gain Strategi…
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This month Alex and Joe discuss the Greek myth retelling, Bull, by David Elliot. It is a different kind of book. Completely told in poetic prose. The author is a local (to us) author that Alex was lucky enough to meet once. Listen to him geek out about this epic tale that looks at an old favorite from the point of views of some of the more minor ch…
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184: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant
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Today’s author offers us a new framework for raising aspirations and exceeding expectations. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to reach their full potential. Canvas Candy for Obsidian Mike’s YouTube video on Canvas Candy Mike’s Obsidian 101 Black Friday Deal – Save $40 with coupon code GRATITUDE Hidden Potential by Adam Grant Bookworm #117: Think Aga…
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Bonus Episode; An Author Interview with Troy Farkas and his Book Surrender
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Alex and Joe interview their first author! Local author Troy Farkas who recently published his debut self-help novel Surrender, A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties was kind enough to sit down with us and discuss his book and his philosophy on life. If you are interested in buying this local (to us) author's book, you can find it at an…
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183: Build by Tony Fadell
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Today’s author (and leader of the product teams behind the iPod, iPhone, and Nest thermostat) shares about leadership, design, startups, Apple, Google, decision-making, mentorship, devastating failure, and unbelievable success. Join Joe & Mike as they consider what it means to make things worth making. Mike’s LifeTheme Cohort – use coupon code BOOK…
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Night Watch Book Discussion
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This month Alex and Joe discuss the absolutely hilarious book, Night Watch, by Sir Terry Pratchett. In this episode, Joe reads far too many quotes and gushes about how much he loves this book. Alex makes fun of his older brother for this shameful display of feelings while continuously repeating how this book is well done. Our next book is going to …
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182: Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish
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Today’s author promises to give us the tools to navigate the critical space between stimulus and response. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a journey to optimize their decision-making and live more intentional lives. Bookworm #181: On Quality Bookworm #89: Zen & The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Mike’s LifeTheme Cohort – use coupon code BOOKWORM f…
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Bonus Episode; Hopscotch With Adam
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In this bonus episode, Adam joins us against his will. He suggested this book, Hopscotch by Julio Cortazar. Alex and Joe do their best to describe this book to Adam, since Adam did not do his reading assignment. This book is interesting because there are multiple ways to read it, and Alex and Joe compare notes on the ways that they read the book. A…
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181: On Quality by Robert Pirsig
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After disliking Zen & The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Mike decides to give a Robert Pirsig book another go. Join Mike and special guest David Sparks as they consider the metaphysics of quality. Bookworm #180: Master of Change Bookworm #89: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance On Quality by Robert Pirsig Lila by Robert Pirsig David’s Craftsm…
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Ninth House: a very DARK academia book...
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In this episode, I retell Nith House by Leigh Bardugo. This book contains a lot of dark content, I will be talking about rape, child molestation and drug abuse. Please listen at your own discretion. I did not love this book, so I am not as passionate as always.Door Ana Rosa Martinez
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John Dies at the End Book Discussion
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This month Alex and Joe talk about the hilarious horror novel, John Dies at the End, by Jason Pargin aka David Wong. In this book Alex and I try to tackle the craziness of the storyline. Honest. It's all over the place. We share our different theories on the many plot holes and strangeties (yes I know that is not a real word). Joe even gets Alex to…
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180: Master of Change by Brad Stulberg
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This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Factor Meals: America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit. Get 50% off with the code bookworm50. Change is all around us, but most of us resist it. Today’s author argues that we should flip this script on its head and offers us a path for embracing and even growing from life’s constant instability. Featuring special…
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Bonus Episode; A Lesson on Genres By Becky
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This is our first bonus episode. I am proud to have Becky come back on and give us a rundown on the different genres in books and talking about some of her favorite books in these different genres. No Alex this episode, hope people aren't too disappointed. I apologize about the audio in some areas. Alex is the sound tech guy, and this being Joe's f…
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Longtime friend and editor of Bookworm, Alan Howard, returns to host this episode, the last of 10 shows to journey through Bookworm’s 33 years and offer a retrospective look at Michael’s accomplishments on behalf of writers and readers. For decades Michael has read almost all of a writer’s work, not just the book which has been most recently publis…
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