<p>In this episode, Joe, Scott, Wes, and Kevin discuss Sherwood Anderson's 1919 collection of interconnected stories, <em>Wineburg, Ohio</em>. We focus on how this book influenced modernism and exposes the underbelly of small town life. We also touch on Anderson's themes of isolation, existential angst, how societal norms often stifle free expression and more.</p>

In this episode, Joe, Scott, Wes, and Kevin discuss Sherwood Anderson's 1919 collection of interconnected stories, Wineburg, Ohio. We focus on how this book influenced modernism and exposes the underbelly of small town life. We also touch on Anderson's themes of isolation, existential angst, how societal norms often stifle free expression and more.

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In a book club spanning over a decade, Joe, Kevin, Wes, and Scott actually discuss the books- and now, it's a podcast! With a focus on serious fiction, the four explore context, interpretation, and criticism while enjoying a few drinks and lively banter. 

There will be spoilers- so, if you haven’t read the novel, and would prefer not to hear plot points, pause this now, go read the book, and then press play.

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In a book club spanning over a decade, Joe, Kevin, Wes, and Scott actually discuss the books- and now, it's a podcast! With a focus on serious fiction, the four explore context, interpretation, and criticism while enjoying a few drinks and lively banter. There will be spoilers- so, if you haven’t read the novel, and would prefer not to hear plot points, pause this now, go read the book, and then press play.

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