Our second meeting to discuss the Freddy the Pig series, by Walter R. Brooks, illustrated by Kurt Weise. In this episode, we talk about book #2: Freddy Goes to the North Pole.

These kids books have been influential since the first one came out in the 1920s. Over 2 dozen books exist in the series, and your hosts will read and discuss all of them.

The discussion follows the basic outline:

1. Ethan’s Nostalgia Corner

2. Michael’s Historical Background

3. Josiah’s Plot Summary

4. General Discussion, and One-Liners

Your hosts:

• Josiah Willitz

• Michael Lilienthal

• Ethan Bartlett

Music by Josiah Willitz, Lyrics from Freddy Goes to Florida.

Thanks to Olivia Marth for our Logo & Podcast Art!