We’re joined by Willy Vlautin for a fun chat all about his new book The Left and the Lucky, true grit, how his experiences as a house painter helped informed the book, and the importance of eating a good lunch. Plus – Dave recaps a harrowing highway experience, Laura gets infected by a tick, and Andrew celebrates his son’s performance as Beetlejuice. We also recommend: The Horse by Willy Vlautin, American Fantasy by Emma Straub, and Abducted by Aliens by David Collins. Audiobook of the Week is The Free by Willy Vlautin.

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