BOOKIN' IT

Matthew and Cooper once again join in conversation, this time discussing a topic that Matthew provided: Education. Is college a scam? What do we make of the liberal arts? Does utility or vocation have a major role in deciding what to study? Is education for education's sake valuable? All this and more in a hopefully insightful episode! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSI...

Matthew returns to the show and joins Cooper for a discussion that starts about reading and drifts into a chat about Baptism and regeneration--among other things. It's a good time and hopefully a thoughtful conversation. Take a listen! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

Cooper and Tanner go deep on the ending of the Wheel of Time, examining the concluding arcs for the main characters, the philosophical implications of free will & evil, and nerd out just a little. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

Cooper and Tanner, after a couple years of reading, have finished the epic fantasy series The Wheel of Time. In a two part series they discuss the series for which they have a whole lot of affection, examining it as a story from a Christian perspective. In this episode, they discuss the series more broadly and without spoilers, while in the next they'll look at the ending of the series and so...

Cooper and Tanner discuss a banger classic in this episode, gushing over Louisa May Alcott's masterpiece. Listen to hear discussion on moralism, characters, prose, and much more. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

A chapter of this story is over; a new one begins. We laugh and celebrate the nearly four years of stories this podcast has wrought, commemorate the end of an era, and look forward to a bright future. Listen to hear some updates, tales, and good friends enjoying each other's company. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https:...

Cooper discusses a wonderful book of Christian imagination. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

Why does our culture love bad art? Why do Christians today love bad art? How do we return to loving really good art? Author and classical educator Josh Gibbs wrote about a book this. We summarize his thesis (hint: it's the title) and discuss what important ideas and thoughts were influential for us. Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com...

The boys return to ND Wilson, this time for a rollicking sci-fi western. Time travel and deserts do go together! Listen to hear why this is probably Wilson’s best book, why Sam is a likable protagonist, and how good the style is. Note: we were supposed to drop an episode on the Aeneid (our final one!) on Monday, but God’s sovereignty and technical issues prevented that! Thanks for staying patient....

This section is just Iliad but with Latins and Trojans this time. Listen to hear comparisons of Aeneas to Homer, Pallas to Patroclus, Turnus as furor, and whether furor can ever serve piety. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

The Resurrection of Christ is the grand climax to the story God has woven. How should we respond when we see it in storytelling? FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

A brief episode on books 5-8 of the Aeneid: down to the dead and up, the futileness of rejecting piety and fate, plus the second stage of the epic! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

Sorry this is late! Cooper and Bryson have a rip-roaring time discussing Sherlock Holmes in the context of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s A Study in Scarlet. Vigilanteism and Mormonism both make an appearance as topics in this episode. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

It's official. This is now a relationship advice podcast. Ok, not really. But the discussion of Aeneas and Dido, their relationship, and failures therein provide grounds for a fascinating time talking about piety, furor, and God's sovereignty. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HER...

The guys begin to discuss a piece of Roman propaganda in epic proportions: Virgil’s Aeneid! Is having a shared mythology and heritage important for a nation? What is our heritage as Americans, a nation of immigrants? What about as Christians? Should we re-embrace piety? Lots to discuss! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://...

Cooper reviews Agatha Christie's classical mystery novel. NOTE: I realized after I stopped recording that while my microphone was plugged into my computer, it had not been selected as the audio input, resulting in the audio quality being subpar. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

Cooper gives his thoughts on the first of Brandon Sanderson's Secret Project novels. A modern fairy tale, a new Princess Bride. Is that good or bad? Does the narrator grate on the reader? A satisfying love story? All this and more! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit   TEXT US HERE!

It’s the end!!! The faithful bride is reunited with the avenging husband.  Listen to hear the guys discuss. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!

Everything begins to converge: the beggar-king is working his way up to the top, determining friend from foe, while his bride begins to despair. Listen to the guys discuss! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!

Bryson, Cooper, and Tanner discuss ND Wilson's 100 Cupboards series. Bryson recaps the basic setup for the series, and the guys commence talking the prose, the everywhere-ness of magic, forgetfulness, and images. It's the complete package of an episode. Check it out! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.c...

Tanner leads Bryson, Cooper, and Isaiah on a wild ride through books 13-15 before, just like Odysseus, bringing it home with a discussion of hospitality and paganism. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!

So, turns out this small four book section is what we really think of when we say, "The Odyssey." The Cyclops, Sirens, Circe, Giant Whirlpool Monster-Thingys--all that features today, plus a trip to talk to some dead folks. Listen to hear the guys talk through the exciting and rip-roaring storyline. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com S...

Cooper and Bryson review the first season of the Wingfeather Saga animated series, discussing expectations, characters, weaknesses, strengths, and everything in between. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK US OUT AT OUR COOL WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!

Cooper, Bryson, and Tanner cover all the bases and conclude their discussion of Andrew Peterson's fantasy series. Topics include: the sea dragons, how these books have impacted us for the better, and what we expected to experience vs. how that shaped out to be. Plus, a random Star Wars/nostalgia rant, and a ChatGPT written donor shoutout story. Make sure to take a listen! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGR...

This is a good episode about the Odyssey and Odysseus. We summarize all the events and talk through the important themes and moments. You should listen. Yay! FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM: @ bookinitpod CHECK US OUT AT OUR COOL WEBSITE: https://412podcasting.com SUPPORT US HERE: https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!