The Brook Reading Podcast

On Episode 29 of Brook Reading, I ask the question, “What should YOU read?”, and I received a ton of responses!  Listen here to accrue an entire library’s worth of new reading recommendations from me and my listeners! Thank you to everyone for your contributions and conversations!  And, thank you, Sam, from @InvasionRemake, for the inspiration!   Check out #AllTheHorror and @Allthehorror18 on Twitter for all Spooktacular October Updates!   Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected].  Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

On Episode 28 of Brook Reading, I review the acclaimed young adult novel, “Freak the Mighty” by Rodman Philbrick, and get a bit sentimental.     Shoutouts to: What Does It Matter Podcast (@WDIMPodcast on Twitter) Work/Life Imbalance Podcast (@WLImbalance on Twitter) Invasion of the Remake Podcast (@InvasionRemake on Twitter)   Check out #AllTheHorror and @Allthehorror18 on Twitter for all Spooktacular October Updates!   Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected]. Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

Today, on Episode 27 of Brook Reading, I travel through the annals of American History and review the most influential U.S. Presidential speeches of all time.  (Also, this episode is "kid-friendly", so share it with your families, students, etc!)   Shoutouts include the following on Twitter: @zera77 (Subscribe to Pocket Change Productions on YouTube!)   @invasionremake @Grave_Girls @Ace_Collins @10ishpod (link to their show:  https://www.spreaker.com/user/pod10ish/2-most-popular-u-s-presidents) @dananddadshow @20thcenturyman @sireltonjosh @1955noel @thevcrkids   Check out #AllTheHorror and @Allthehorror18 on Twitter for all Spooktacular October Updates!   Presidential speeches can be found: https://bit.ly/2faNX3J - John F. Kennedy Inaugural https://bit.ly/1bFJewr - The Gettysburg Address https://bit.ly/2I6nKhv - Bill Clinton Inaugural https://bit.ly/2QQRUcJ - Oklahoma City Bombing Speech https://bit.ly/2jgSejC - Barack Obama Inaugural https://usat.ly/2PTtXju - Barack Obama Speech at University of Illinois https://bit.ly/1JngPhM - Ronald Reagan Speech at Brandenburg Gate https://bit.ly/2xN9Ufe - Franklin D. Roosevelt Inaugural https://bit.ly/2zoZhRP - Woodrow Wilson Inaugural https://cnn.it/1r9MSDh - George W. Bush Post 9/11 Speech https://bit.ly/1kiq5ED - Dwight D. Eisenhower Farewell Speech https://bit.ly/2MVL5U3 - Jimmy Carter “Crisis of Confidence” Speech   Notes: *Oops!  The “American President” speech is almost 4 minutes! *Americorps started in 1993.  Definitely aligned with President Clinton’s “season of service” *The Presidential Inauguration moved from March to January in 1937, where it has remained since.     Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected]. Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

This weekend, on Episode 26 of Brook Reading, I allow Jon Stewart, Wyatt Cenac, John Oliver and the former correspondents of “The Daily Show” to read you a bedtime story.  One filled with scientology, hasma, and the creation of the universe. Come check out “Earth: The Visitor’s Guide to the Human Race” along with me!   Shoutouts specifically to the gentlemen of Work/Life Imbalance Podcast, and a special announcement regarding #AllTheHorror in October! Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected].  Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

Today, on Brook Reading, I introduce a new episode counting down the Top Ten Books Read in Middle School!  I revel in my first week of school, and look forward to a great future.     I also promote my friend's new web series, which can be found below.  You can contact Victoria on Twitter @zera77, or find her content on YouTube at Pocket Change Productions.  Please find her on YouTube and subscribe so you never miss an episode!     Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected].  Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

On Episode 24 of Brook Reading, I complete Part Two of “An American Life” by former President Ronald Reagan.  I discover not only many dreams of President Reagan’s, and his accomplishments in and out of office, but many dreams of my own as well.  I also learn how to butcher Russian surnames, how to pay my bills through the sheer will of prayer, and what the hell the Iran/Contra struggle was all about!   Very special shoutouts to the following: Sean from What Does It Matter Podcast Stork from the Besotted Geek Podcast MC Variety Hour   And the podcast spotlight:  Let’s Read the Bible Podcast Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com.  You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected].  Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

Tonight, on Episode 23 of Brook Reading, I cover the first 350 pages of the over 700 page autobiography of Former President Ronald Reagan, "An American Life".  Topics covered include: ageism, communism, TKE-ism, and Reagan's affinity for prayer, horses, and diaries.  I also learn some stuff!     The introductory quote from this episode is found here:   President Reagan's Best Debate Moments   Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected]. Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!   This and next week's episode are dedicated to the family and friends of United States Senator John McCain.  My thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.

On Episode 22 of Brook Reading, Stork from the Besotted Geek Podcast and I "psychoanalyze" Holden Caulfield and his "sad" journey during "The Catcher in the Rye".  Like Holden, we go off on tangents, we reflect on our lost innocence, and we wax poetic on "where the ducks go".     Link to Salinger Videos on YouTube: J.D. Salinger Documentary Charlie Rose Interview   Shoutouts:  #WLIPodPeeps, #LadyPodSquad Promos from:  What Does It Matter? Podcast, Invasion of the Remake Podcast   You can find information for the Besotted Geek Podcast on Twitter @BesottedGeekPod or on www.besottedgeek.podbean.com     Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com.  You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected].  Use the hashtags  #wlipodpeeps #ladypodsquad #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!

Tonight’s episode was long coming, yet so worth the wait. After I discuss Lillian Hellman’s biography, “An Unfinished Woman”, I open up the discussion to writing, philanthropy, podcasts, creativity, and gratitude. I am so grateful to be “back in the saddle” and I hope you find something in this episode that does the same!   Every podcast I’ve mentioned is on Twitter - you can find us there under the #WLIPodPeeps Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com.  You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected].  Use the hashtag  #wlipodpeeps or #ladypodsquad OR #podernfamily to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!   Shoutouts and Thank Yous! Cinematically Correct Podcast St. Paul Filmcast  Drunk Discussions 2 Girls on a Bench What Does It Matter? Podcast Work/Life Imbalance   Promos Voices from the Underground 2 Girls on a Bench   Future Episode Co-Hosts! Besotted Geek Podcast The Franken Pod What Does It Matter? Podcast   Websites Lillian Hellman’s letter to HUAC: https://catalog.archives.gov/id/24200384/2/public?contributionType=transcription   Stephanie’s Pacific Reentry Career Services: www.prcsca.org     National Novel Writing Month:  www.nanowrimo.org   CreateSpace! (Associated with Amazon): www.createspace.org

Welcome to our special 20th episode of Brook Reading!  This week, I analyze the critically acclaimed young adult novel, “The Outsiders” along with my first special guest host, Heather!  We rave about the casting of the film, especially Johnny Cade, unravel the secrets of “squaring up”, and discuss the sociopolitical warfare between the socs and the greasers.     Special shoutouts in tonight’s episode are awarded to: *The girls at Ladysh!t with Lily and Britt (Thank you for your comments!) @ladyshit_pod *Nick from the St. Paul Filmcast (Love your insight!) @STPaulFilmcast *2 Girls on a Bench (for your snacking inspiration) @2girlsonabench *Dial M for Movie Podcast (Thank you so much for your review!) @dialm4movie   Tonight’s promo break features:  Dial M for Movie Podcast   As discussed in the episode, the DVD version of “The Outsiders: The Complete Novel” can be found on Amazon.com.   Thank you so much for all of your support!  Subscribe and check out my other episodes on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher, or download directly from http://brookreading.libsyn.com. You can also leave comments, questions, or novel requests on Twitter @brookreadingpod or email me:  [email protected]. Use the hashtag  #wlipodpeeps to discover other awesome podcasts.  Happy reading!