This episode focuses on the (very) short and (very) profound story, "Bullet in the Brain," by Tobias Wolff. The ending of the story is the inspiration for the origin of the podcast, and the impetus for the title specifically. There is examination of the story's focus on memory and nostalgia and innocence and the text and analysis is coupled with the beautiful "Bookends" by Simon and Garfunkel.

Authors Mentioned and Allusions and Songs During the Episode:

Tobias Wolff: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobias_Wolff

Prologue and Plot Spoiler for Romeo and Juliet: http://www.shakespeare-online.com/quiz/openinglinesquiz/openinganswer3.html

"Bookends" by Simon and Garfunkel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCdNqQN4BCU