Joshua

Revitalized Reading Podcast

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Revitalized Reading is a podcast for book reviews, book to movie comparisons, and interviews with Authors, professors, and other literary experts.

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Joshua

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Latest episode

Apr 22, 2024

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Episodes

Interview: Dr. Paul Copan, Author of "Is God A Moral Monster? Making Sense of the Old Testament God (Ep.33) 22.04.2024

Here is my interview with Dr. Paul Copan regarding his book 'Is God a Moral Monster'. I hope you enjoy the final episode of the podcast, and thank you again for your support!

Book Review: White Fragility: Why It's So Hard For White People to Talk about Racism' by Robin DiAngelo (Ep.32) 10.11.2023

Are you actively engaged or following in the current conversations around race in the U.S today? Do you want to hear a new but controversial perspective on White people's relationship with race? Well this book (and this review) is probably for you if you haven't heard of it or read it yet.  Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_Fragility https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_DiA...

Book Review: The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Ep.31) 25.10.2023

Are you someone who enjoys a good thriller and mystery book? Better yet, do you love the subjects of history, art, and symbolism? Well this might be the book tailor made for you! Listen in on my review of this controversial but wildly successful book by Dan Brown. TO AVOID SPOILERS, SKIP TO 8:49 Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Da_Vinci_Code#Plot https://danbrown.com/ https://www.wes...

Season 3 Intro/Reading List Revealed (Ep.30) 25.09.2023

Are you excited for a new season of the show! Want to know what books, movies, and interviews will be covered? Well take a listen and you'll find out in less than 10 minutes. I can't wait to see where the podcast goes and grows this season. Facebook page link:  https://www.facebook.com/Revitalized-Reading-Podcast-111048961616617/? Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748791266...

Season 2 Finale/Recap (Ep.29) 09.09.2023

We're at the end of another great season! If you enjoy tier list content, I think you'll enjoy this episode. Thanks for making this season another success!  Let me know what you think of the off script nature of the episode, and the new recording equipment.  Facebook page link:  https://www.facebook.com/Revitalized-Reading-Podcast-111048961616617/? Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.co...

Film Review: A Farewell to Arms (1957) directed by Charles Vidor Feat. A Geeks Guide to Heaven (Ep.28) 06.09.2023

I've read the book, and now I've watched the 1957 version of the film. If you enjoyed the book and are curious about the movie, you'll get to hear mine and Jacob's input on the film. Speaking of Jacob, here are the links to his social media and youtube channel, big thanks to him for joining me for this episode. (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/@ageeksguidetoheaven5193/featured...

Self Improvement?: "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown, Feat. Cameron Mousser (Ep.27) 26.08.2023

This is the very first episode of a new series I wanted to start called, 'Self Improvement?'. In this episode (and all others going forward) me and a guest will talk about the book in question, our experiences good or bad in applying the advice and wisdom found in its pages, and if we think it succeeded in helping us improve ourselves and whether or not we think it can do the same for yo...

Interview: David Dietzler, Author of 'Mining the Moon' (Ep.26) 20.08.2023

Today's guest is David Dietzler, the Author of 'Mining the Moon'. In this interview, we discuss some of the challenges around space travel, the parts of the book we found most fascinating, and what the future might hold for humans being on the Moon and maybe even Mars.  Here is the Link for Mr. Dietzlers other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Dietzler/author/B08S1JQNSC?ref...

Interview: Dr. Richard Thompson Professor of New Testament Studies Northwest Nazarene University (Ep.25) 13.08.2023

Listen in on the great conversation I got to have with Dr. Richard Thompson as we talk about the Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles, along with other topics surrounding the Bible and Christianity.  Here is the link to his author profile and book for Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-P.-Thompson/author/B001H6MS06?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPo...

Book Review: Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgement by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, and Cass R. Sunstein (Ep.24) 10.08.2023

Have you wondered why you and your friends or colleagues make very different judgements when faced with the same decision? Do you wonder why you are quick to make a judgement you usually wouldn't at separate times? This book addresses 'Noise' and how it can get in the way of our decisions, sometimes really important ones.  Works Cited: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55339408-no...

Book Review: Mining the Moon by David Dietzler (Ep.23) 12.07.2023

Have you ever wondered what human settlements on the moon would look like? Do you know the Moon's surface is covered with dozens of elements that are valuable? Want to know what tourism on the Moon might look like? If you want to learn the answers to these questions, or learn something new today, I think you'll enjoy this review. Works Cited:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56156264...

Book Review: The Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles-KJV (Ep.22) 29.06.2023

Are you a Christian who has read the New Testament dozens of times? Or are you a somebody who just enjoys reading? Regardless of where you are religiously, this episode can provide everyone with something to learn and hopefully enjoy. EDIT: I also did not include the G-R rating for these books out of respect for the community and books themselves, sorry for not including that! Works Cited:  https:...

Book Review: It Can't Happen Here by Sinclair Lewis (Ep.21) 10.06.2023

Do you like Dystopian Novels? Are you fan of 20th century history? If you like one of them, or especially both, you'll really enjoy today's review of 'It Can't Happen Here' by Sinclair Lewis. Skip to 11:18 to avoid spoilers!! Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sinclair_Lewis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It_Can%27t_Happen_Here https://medium.com/@DerekCressman/it-c...

Book Review: France, Spain, and the Rif by Walter B. Harris (Ep.20) 17.05.2023

Do you enjoy learning about unique and forgotten parts of history? Have you ever heard of the Rif war? If you have, your the minority. Join me for this review of the only book to cover the war from all sides,  and the only review for this book on the internet (that I could find). Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rif_War https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Burton_Harris Facebook page lin...

Book Review: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown (Ep.19) 23.04.2023

Are you feeling overwhelmed or overextended by everyday work and life tasks? Do you feel like you put in lots of time and energy to things that really don't matter that much? If you said yes to any of these questions, I think you'll really enjoy this review of 'Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less' Works Cited: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18077875-essentialism?...

Book Review: Two Treatises of Government by John Locke (Ep.18) 04.04.2023

Are you someone who enjoys political philosophy and government, or the origins of the Western political world? If the answer is yes to either of those, you'll absolutely enjoy this episode. Join me as I go through the incredible and historic 17th century work, 'Two Treatises of Government' by John Locke. Works Cited: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/364550.Two_Treatises_of_Govern...

Book Review: A Farwell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway (Ep.17) 25.03.2023

Are you looking for a good classic novel to read with the onset of Spring? 'A Farwell to Arms' might be that book! If you're interested in reading it, or have read it already, I hope you enjoy the review. (There is a really weird audio error at around the 40-45 second mark, for the life of me I couldn't fix it, sorry about that everyone!) Skip to 12:35 to avoid spoilers after 5...

Season 2 Intro/Reading List Revealed (Ep.16) 24.02.2023

Season 2 has officially begun!! Listen in to hear some exciting new announcements, and learn which books I'll be reading for this season.  Facebook page link:  https://www.facebook.com/Revitalized-Reading-Podcast-111048961616617/? Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748791266551958 Instagram: revitalizedreadingpodcast Music: On Hold for You by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.c...

Season 1 Finale/Recap (Ep.15) 03.02.2023

Join me for a fun look back at season 1, and a celebration of the podcasts first six months! Facebook page link:  https://www.facebook.com/Revitalized-Reading-Podcast-111048961616617/? Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/748791266551958 Instagram: revitalizedreadingpodcast Music: On Hold for You by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-m...

Film Review: The Giver (2014) directed by Phillip Noyce (Ep.14) 20.01.2023

Do you enjoy dystopian/sci-fi movies? If so, my review of 'The Giver' 2014 may or may not convince you to give it a watch. Join me for a laidback and short film review, hopefully you laugh as much as I do! Survey Link:   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczEBOysvPcCfSKDBtaj5pIiPJkI9zzyuW8Yy2JdmvHVe6pTg/viewform?usp=sf_link Works Cited:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Giver_(fi...

Film Review: Crime and Punishment (2002) directed by Julian Jarrold (Ep.13) 13.01.2023

Join me for my first ever film review, featuring the BBC two part series, 'Crime and Punishment'. If you enjoy breaking down films, and comparing them to the book that made their existence possible, you'll enjoy these reviews. If you haven't already, check out my review of the Book 'Crime and Punishment' in episode 2 of this season. Works Cited:  https://www.amazon.co...

Book Review: The Psychopath Test by Jon Ronson (Ep.12) 06.01.2023

Have you ever wondered how to spot a psychopath? What kind of jobs psychopaths have? Or how the Psychiatric world continues to handle mental illness? Then this book might very well be for you.  Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jon_Ronson https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+psychopath+test&crid=2LWLOZ0TGY3K1&sprefix=%2Caps%2C146&ref=nb_sb_ss_recent_1_0_recent https://psychopathysoc...

Book Review: DMT-The Spirit Molecule by Dr. Rick Strassman (Ep.11) 23.12.2022

Are you interested in psychedelic experiences? Want to hear stories of people experiencing mind-bending DMT trips? I think you'll enjoy this review of 'DMT: The Spirit Molecule' by Dr. Rick Strassman. Disclaimer: This episode is not an endorsement of illegal drugs, or the usage of them by the Host or the show.   Want more information about DMT from Dr. Strassman? Check out his inter...

Book Review: Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis (Ep.10) 05.12.2022

Are you a Christian who wants to better understand the basics of the religion and how they apply to you? Or are you just somebody who wants to understand what the religion is all about in modern terms? 'Mere Christianity' is for you! Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C._S._Lewis https://www.cslewis.org/resource/chronocsl/ Music: On Hold for You by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompe...

Book Review: The Giver Quartet Part 4, Son by Lois Lowry (Ep.9) 23.11.2022

The end of the series is finally upon us. Curious to find out how the story ends for Jonas and Gabriel? Join me for my review and analysis of 'Son', and the 'Giver Quartet' as a whole. Happy Thanksgiving to my American listeners!! To avoid spoilers, skip to 10:07!!! Works Cited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Son_(novel) https://www.amazon.com/Son-Giver-Quartet-Lois-Lowry/dp/054...

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