The Reed Review

Paul dives into the phenomenal achievement of taking a short story or novella and adapting / expanding it to become a full-length movie.  He discusses Stephen King's "Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption," (124 pgs) James Thurber's "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," (5 pgs) and Dr. Seuss' "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" (64 pgs).  Some conspiracy theories and nuances about the books and movies are examined during the episode.

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Enjoy Paul's stories of his childhood love of maps that grew into a university degree, a job with Dr. Anne Godlewska, and a lifelong interest in the merging of art, science, math, history, and exploration inherent to cartography.  

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In this episode, Paul tackles a diverse collection of topics while celebrating the addition of intro / outro music composed by his brother, Dave.  As the podcast gains some momentum, Paul keeps things real by noting some errors in prior episodes while also inviting listeners to contribute idea and suggestions for future episodes.

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In this episode of The Reed Review, Paul chronicles the impact that the Bhagavad Gita has had on him throughout the past 25 years.  Through relatable stories and an authentic stance on learning and discovery, Paul frames the book as a source of comfort and direction during life's highs and lows alike.

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Paul shares some anecdotes and incidents while discussing the joyful adventure of book buying by highlighting a collection of local book shops across central Ontario.  Berry & Peterson Booksellers, Beggars Banquet Books, The Great Escape Book Store, and Willowbooks are all featured in the episode.  Check out Episode 6 for an additional store recommendation in Picton. 

Tune in to learn about Tommy Caldwell's "The Push" and his related documentary "The Dawn Wall."  A commentary on Nims Purja's "Project Possible" is also offered in Paul's discussion on macro-goals, perseverence, and resilience.  

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Paul shares his email exchange with Andy Weir, an emotional connection with a fictional character, and the connection between the written and cinematic versions of The Martian, Project Hail Mary, and Artemis.

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An introduction to The Reed Review podcast, the host, and the inspiration behind the goal and subsequent podcast.  Paul offers some highlights from the journey so far and lays the foundation for the episodes to come.  The first Reed Review of the series is, ironically, Kristy Greenwood's "The Love of My Afterlife."

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