The Bookley Podcast

Jul 01 2024 51 ep. 71 mins
The Bookley Podcast artwork

The goal of The Bookley Podcast is to read more. Join us as we delve into a variety of books, ranging from classics to contemporary works. My goal is to foster personal growth and cultivate knowledge by engaging in insightful discussions on themes, narratives, and philosophies found within each book. Discover the profound impact that reading can have on our lives as I talk with a variety of guests from all different backgrounds. The Bookley Podcast is made for people who read, wish they read more, or don't read at all.

  Arts
RSS feed Share
Copy RSS


Subscribe on Podcast Addict


Catch 22 by Joseph Heller

Jul 01 2024 45 mins  
"Catch-22" by Joseph Heller is a satirical novel set during World War II, focusing on the absurd and contradictory nature of war. The story follows Captain John Yossarian, a U.S. Army Air Corps B-25 bombardier, and his squadron stationed on a small Mediterranean island. Yossarian is desperate to escape the war, but he finds himself trapped by the "Catch-22" rule

A Tree Grows In Brooklyn by Betty Smith

Jun 14 2024 36 mins  
"A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith is a poignant coming-of-age novel set in the early 20th century in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. The story follows Francie Nolan, a young girl of Irish-American descent, who grows up in poverty but finds solace and strength in her love of reading and learning. Through Francie's eyes, the novel explores t

Mistborn : The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

Jun 05 2024 60 mins  
"Mistborn: The Final Empire" by Brandon Sanderson is a captivating fantasy novel set in a world where ash falls from the sky and mist dominates the night. The story follows Vin, a street urchin who discovers she possesses powerful Allomantic abilities, allowing her to manipulate metals to perform extraordinary feats. She joins a group of rebels led by the charismatic Kels

Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen

May 29 2024 63 mins  
Podcast Guest - Leanne Vomocil "Pride & Prejudice" by Jane Austen is a beloved classic that explores the themes of love, class, and social expectations in early 19th-century England. The novel follows Elizabeth Bennet, a sharp-witted and independent young woman, as she navigates the complexities of society and family while dealing with the haughty yet enigmatic Mr. D

East of Eden by John Steinbeck

May 22 2024 59 mins  
"East of Eden" by John Steinbeck is an epic novel that intertwines the lives of two families, the Trasks and the Hamiltons, in California's Salinas Valley from the late 19th century to the end of World War I. The novel explores complex themes of good and evil, free will, and the struggle for identity, with a particular focus on the biblical story of Cain and Abel. Thr

The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X & Alex Haley

May 15 2024 68 mins  
"The Autobiography of Malcolm X" is a compelling memoir that chronicles the life of civil rights leader Malcolm X, as told to Alex Haley. From his tumultuous upbringing in Lansing, Michigan, to his transformation into a prominent advocate for Black empowerment, Malcolm X's journey is one of self-discovery and activism. The book offers insights into his evolution from

The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

May 08 2024 71 mins  
Podcast Guest - Olivia Blackley "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver is a compelling and multi-layered novel that follows the Price family, American missionaries, as they embark on a journey to the Belgian Congo in the 1960s. Through the perspectives of the four Price sisters and their mother, Orleanna, the novel explores themes of cultural imperialism, colonialis

The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt

May 01 2024 65 mins  
"The Coddling of the American Mind" by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt explores the phenomenon of "safetyism" on college campuses and its detrimental effects on mental health, free speech, and intellectual diversity. Drawing on psychological research and cultural analysis, the authors argue that well-intentioned efforts to protect students from discomfort and

First They Killed My Father by Loung Ung

Apr 24 2024 64 mins  
Podcast Guest - Leanne Vomocil "First They Killed My Father" is a harrowing memoir by Loung Ung that recounts her experiences as a child during the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia. The book vividly depicts the atrocities and hardships endured by Ung and her family under the brutal dictatorship of Pol Pot. Through the eyes of a young girl, readers witness the devastating e

Dark Matter by Blake Crouch

Apr 17 2024 78 mins  
Podcast Guest - Josh Blackhurst "Dark Matter" by Blake Crouch is a mind-bending science fiction thriller that explores the concept of alternate realities and the choices that define our lives. The story follows Jason Dessen, a physics professor, who is abducted and finds himself in a reality where his life has taken a drastically different path. As he navigates this unfam