En iyi Book A Week podcastleri (2024)

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"CANADADADA!" Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry 1:16:09

12d ago1:16:09

1:16:09

Buckle Up for Laughs & Feels! Elton Reads "Friends, Lovers & the Big Terrible Thing," well, "has read" and will tell you about it! This one is a doozy. Hold onto your coffee mugs, "Friends" fans, you're about to get rocked with some tragi-comedy! Elton tackles Matthew Perry's memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing," on Elton Reads A B…

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Subaltern Urbanisation in India: An Introduction to the Dynamics of Ordinary Towns 42:08

26d ago42:08

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Shreyank Khemalapure engages in a discussion with Eric Denis, Marie-Hélène Zérah about their book ‘Subaltern Urbanisation in India: An Introduction to the Dynamics of Ordinary Towns' which was published by Springer in 2017The book, ‘Subaltern Urbanisation in India’, edited by Eric and Marie, offers a paradigm shift in understanding India's urban la…

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From the Frugal to the Ornate - Stories of the Seat in India 30:36

30d ago30:36

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Bhavin Shukla engages in a discussion with Sarita Sundar about her book ‘From the Frugal to the Ornate - Stories of the Seat in India' which was published by Godrej and Boyce in 2022In the book 'From the Frugal to the Ornate: Stories of the Seat in India', Sarita Sundar explores the significance of seating in Indian culture, delving into its relati…

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Uncivil City: Ecology, Equity, and the Commons in Delhi 40:20

1M ago40:20

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Soumini Raja engages in a discussion with Amita Baviskar about her book ‘Uncivil City: Ecology, Equity and the Commons in Delhi' which was published by the SAGE Publications Pvt. Ltd in 2020"Uncivil City: Ecology, Equity and the Commons in Delhi" by Amita Baviskar explores the complex interplay between urban development, environmental sustainabilit…

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*NOT SPONSORED BY COCA COLA! - A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney by Andy Rooney 1:43:59

2M ago1:43:59

1:43:59

Grumpy Genius? Hilarious Curmudgeon? You Decide! We Dissect Andy Rooney Ever wonder what goes through the mind of a 70-year-old man with a microphone? This week on Elton Reads A Book A Week, we delve into the life, career, and written word of the iconic (and sometimes infamous) Andy Rooney. Through the exploration of his book "A Few Minutes with An…

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Footprints of Visvakarma: Studies in Indian Sculpture and Architecture 27:36

2M ago27:36

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Bhavin Shukla engages in a discussion with Snehal Shah, Editor of ‘Footprints of Visvakarma: Studies in Indian Sculpture and Architecture' published by the Akshara Publications in 2018Footprints of Visvakarma: Studies in Indian Sculpture and Architecture" is a scholarly exploration of Indian sculpture and architecture, delving into the rich heritag…

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Sen Kapadia Architect: In Pursuance of Meanings 32:28

2M ago32:28

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Shreyank Khemalapure engages in a discussion with Pinkish Shah, Editor of ‘Sen Kapadia Architect: In Pursuance of Meanings', published by the CEPT University Press in 2022The book authored by Sen Kapadia, "In Pursuance of Meanings" is a profound reflection by esteemed architect Sen Kapadia, offering insights gleaned from over 50 years of profession…

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Durga Pujo and the City of Kolkata 25:39

2M ago25:39

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Bhavin Shukla engages in a discussion with Anjan Mitra about his book, ‘Durga Pujo and the City of Kolkata', which was published by the INDIANA & Sustained Actions for Value and Environment in 2022The book written by Anjan Mitra delves into the concept of temporality and its connection to the Bengali tradition of Durga Pujo in Kolkata. It transcend…

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"Try a f*cking Dazzler!" Before The Chop by Henry Rollins 1:33:33

2M ago1:33:33

1:33:33

In this episode we explore the life and writing of a founding father of hardcore punk, Henry Rollins. A man that dove head first into his life and has become...almost everything. He's a punk rock and music legend, a movie start, writer, television host, a producer, DJ, a reporter, an interviewer, and so, so much more.We'll also delve into one of hi…

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The Great Padma 33:51

2M ago33:51

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Soumini Raja discusses the book ‘The Great Padma' with author Professor Kazi Khalid Ashraf. The Great Padma was published by the Goff Books in 2023This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate tapestry of life and history woven within the vast expanse of the Bengal Delta. The Book delves into the rich cultural heritage, geographical…

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The Unforgiving City and Other Stories 26:53

2M ago26:53

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Shreyank Khemalapure engages in a discussion with Vasudhendra Shroff about his book, ‘The Unforgiving City and other stories', which was published by the Penguin Viking in 2021The book written by Vasundendra and translated by Mysore Nataraja, offers a raw and unflinching portrayal of urban life. Through a series of gripping narratives, it delves in…

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Monsoon As Method: A Book By Monsoon Assemblages 27:04

3M ago27:04

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Soumini Raja engages in a discussion with Lindsay Bremner about her book, ‘Monsoon as Method: A Book by Monsoon Assemblages', released by the Actar Publishers in 2022The book written by Lindsay Bremner, Beth Cullen, Christina Leigh Geros, Harshavardhan Bhat, Anthony Powis and John Cook explores how the Monsoon Assemblages project engages with the m…

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Architecture and Independence: The Search for Identity-India 1880 to 1980 32:16

3M ago32:16

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Bhavin Shukla engages in a discussion with Prof. Miki Desai and Prof. Madhavi Desai about their book, 'Architecture and Independence: The Search for Identity – India 1880 to 1980', which was released in its second edition by the CEPT University Press in 2022.The book written by Miki Desai, Madhavi Desai and Jon Lang explores how Indian architecture…

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"Hell Lemons!" - 'Christine' by Stephen King 1:41:53

9M ago1:41:53

1:41:53

Welcome to 1978! The year of Garfield, Van Halen, Lego, and a murder mobile named "Christine. In this episode humor meets horror as Elton embarks on a comedic journey through the pages of Stephen King's iconic novel, 'Christine.' Buckle up for a rollercoaster of killer laughs, and deadly driving as he explores the eerie world of a possessed car wit…

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"WTF Charles?!" Great Expectations by Charles Dickens 1:41:36

10M ago1:41:36

1:41:36

Great Expectations, the story of a boy who turns into a man while being surrounded by a**holes, gets the Elton Reads A Book A Week treatment! Join Elton on a trip down Dickensian way before meeting up with a prime example of Victorian drama. It's weirder than you think. The life of Charles Dickens starts like many did in the Georgian Era of England…

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PATREON PREVIEW Those Jovial Four Horsemen of The Apocalypse - Part 1 26:36

12M ago26:36

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As a little break in the booky-book episodes I thought I'd kick out something different. Here's a preview of a series I'll be putting on Patreon. It's a limited series about The Four Horsemen of The Apocalypse meeting every Saturday to end the world as, you find out, they've been doing for millennia...and still haven't done it. This is the first of…

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"Von-BEES-mark" Ariel by Sylvia Plath 1:32:16

1y ago1:32:16

1:32:16

Content Warning: Suicide This episode discusses suicide and may be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, seek help from a mental health professional or a helpline in your country, which can be reached by dialing 988 if you're in the United States or if you're online via https://988lifeline.org/ You are not alone,…

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"Who died?" A Fistful of Fig Newtons by Jean Shepherd 1:25:09

1y ago1:25:09

1:25:09

Jean Shepherd is a man with a famous past in the largely "Who the f*ck is he?" present. Yet, you've probably heard the gruff timbre of his voice every year since you were a kid and enjoyed his work for decades, literally. Born on an unspecified date, in a town that might be in Illinois or Indiana, Jean Shepherd made up a world that people actually …

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"F*ck the ocean" Beast by Peter Benchley 1:11:50

1y ago1:11:50

1:11:50

When I say the word “ocean”, what do you think about? For me, it's a mix of fascination and abject terror. I'd chock that up to my innate ability to sink in almost any body of water and/or liquid...and my fear of dying in it. That and if I go in too far and can’t feel the bottom, I freak out a little. It’s because I picture all the giant man eating…

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"Your Mama." Doc Savage Omnibus #10 by Kenneth Robeson (Part II) 1:31:50

1y ago1:31:50

1:31:50

Elton navigates the action packed weirdness that is "The Devil's Black Rock." It's a story so insane it defies logic. When you start in rural Arizona desert with a prospector trying to make ends meet, and end with selling nuclear bomb material to Nazis, there's bound to be a lot of wholesale killing in between. If Doc Savage is involved, it's pract…

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[CENSORED] Doc Savage: Omnibus #10 by Kenneth Robeson PART ONE 1:25:57

1+ y ago1:25:57

1:25:57

Batman, Superman, and The Avengers have the same bronze daddy or great-grandpa. One of those. The first episode of a new year and this one is a doozy. Doc Savage, a character that fueled the 1930s and 40s pulp craze, is beyond belief, which is understandable. He was created to be just that. Prolific author Lester Dent made Doc to be the greatest hu…

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"WHERE ARE THE JEWELS?!?" Hitler's Holy Relics by Sidney D. Kirkpatrick (Pt.2) 1:14:39

1+ y ago1:14:39

1:14:39

Join Elton in the exciting conclusion to Hitler's Holy Relics in which we find our hero, Walter Horn and his silent, but deadly sidekick Eugene "Stone Blood, Death Comes For Us All" Dollar, as they hunt down the perpetrators of Crown Jewel thievery! Intense interrogation action, while busting Nazis high and low--ALL while screaming, "WHERE ARE THE …

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"Does Churchill write shitty quotes?" Hitler's Holy Relics by Sidney D. Kirkpatrick 59:40

1+ y ago59:40

59:40

A secret bunker, a cultural treasure, and a special sharp stick that poked Jesus that could help you rule the world?!! Who else but Hitler would be responsible for that odd grouping of nonsense? Who else would be stupid enough to lose it? Join Elton as he recounts the tale of Walter Horn and his hunt for a priceless national treasure stolen by Hitl…

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"GREASY BALLS!" ~ Perfect by James Buckley Jr. 1:06:54

2y ago1:06:54

1:06:54

Enter the realm of what it is to be perfect or close to it anyway. Join Elton as he explores one of the only ways a person can attain perfection. It's not as easy as you think. APOLOGIES SECTION: Elton would like to apologize to the following people, places, and things: Major League Baseball, James Buckley Jr., Medical professionals from the 1800s,…

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"Let's Kill Alexander The Great!" ~ What If? by Robert Cowley 1:20:41

2y ago1:20:41

1:20:41

"What If?" by Robert Cowley is one of the greatest books you've never heard of. It's not fiction or science fiction but, could probably inspire both. A collection of essays written by historians that were asked "What if the outcome of one historical military event changed? What would happen?" What if everything you've ever known could be undone wit…

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The Road Ahead by Bill Gates 1:37:21

2+ y ago1:37:21

1:37:21

In this episode-- Bill Gates, King of Microsoft, and one of the most odd, controversial, and insanely wealthy people on Earth. A planet could probably buy, lets be honest. Did you know he wrote a book of predictions about the internet BEFORE it existed (well, the one we know today, anyway)? Being one of a small group of insiders who helped shape th…

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The Unfinished: The Stone Carvers at Work in the Indian Subcontinent 40:21

2+ y ago40:21

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‘The Unfinished: Stone carvers at work in the Indian Subcontinent’ by Professor Vidya Dehejia and Peter Rockwell, is an exploration of the notions of ‘completeness’ in the context of construction of stone monuments of India. In this podcast, Venugopal Maddipati talks to Professor Dehejia about the varying degrees of unfinished stone monuments acros…

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The Qutb Complex: The Minar, Mosque and Mehrauli 39:53

2+ y ago39:53

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Delhi’s Qutb Complex is one of the most iconic sites that has encountered several changes since its inception to the present day. Catherine Asher’s book ‘The Qutb Complex: The Minar, Mosque and Mehrauli’ traces these historical changes by analysing the site’s monuments, patrons, inscriptions, and history. In this conversation, Sunaina Shah talks to…

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Driving Blind by Ray Bradbury 1:16:40

2+ y ago1:16:40

1:16:40

What happens when a man with a hood over his head drives a car into a small town? A mountain of dead people and a prison sentence, right? WRONG! Find out why common sense never made the final edit. Along the way, are witch trials, blue boars, electrified swords, carnies, movie stars, oh, and hand jobs from relatives. There's that too. Join Elton on…

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Accumulation by Segregation: Muslim Localities in Delhi 37:50

2+ y ago37:50

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Rajshree in conversation with Dr. Ghazala Jamil, on her book ‘Accumulation by Segregation: Muslim Localities in Delhi’, published by the Oxford University Press in 2017. The book explores the processes of creation and articulation of social identities of Muslims in Delhi and spatial components of identification like residential segregation, interac…

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The Mughal Empire from Jahangir to Shah Jahan: Art, Architecture, Politics, Law and Literature 39:29

2+ y ago39:29

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Sunaina Shah talks to Ebba Koch on the book titled ‘The Mughal Empire from Jahangir to Shah Jahan: Art, Architecture, Politics, Law and Literature’. The book is edited by Ebba in collaboration with Ali Anooshahr and published in 2019. It is a collective volume of articles written by 14 eminent scholars, and it takes a multidisciplinary approach to …

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From the Colonial to the Contemporary: Images, Iconography, Memories of Law in India's High Courts 29:30

2+ y ago29:30

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Arul Paul talks to Dr. Rahela Khorakiwala, author of the book From the Colonial to the Contemporary: Images, Iconography, Memories, and Performances of Law in India's High Courts. In this book, Dr. Rahela traces the remnants of the colonial pasts apparent in the practice and performance of law in the high courts of India at Calcutta, Bombay and Mad…

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Building with Fire 31:50

2+ y ago31:50

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Sunaina Shah talks to Ray Meekar, author and photographer of the book Building with Fire, published by the CEPT University Press. The book is a compilation of Meeker’s best studio ceramics, with some essays that accompanied his show catalogs. The title ‘Building with Fire,’ is meant to underline a technique where fire is introduced into the constru…

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Urban Utopias : Excess and Expulsion in Neoliberal South Asia 37:35

2+ y ago37:35

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Arul Paul talks to Tereza Kuldova and Mathew A. Varghese, editors of the book Urban Utopias: Excess and Expulsion in Neoliberal South Asia (Palgrave Studies in Urban Anthropology). The book brings together anthropologists and critical theorists to study utopian ideas of the future in India and Sri Lanka's neoliberal cities. The authors examine urba…

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Working in Mumbai: RMA Architects 40:42

2+ y ago40:42

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Rajshree talks to Rahul Mehrotra about his latest book ‘Working in Mumbai, RMA Architects’ published this year in 2021, by the CEPT University Press. The book is a critical reflection on thirty years of practice of RMA Architects and is structured into five segments, each referring to projects that address questions generated by the complexity of t…

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Rule By Aesthetics: World-Class City Making in Delhi 37:40

2+ y ago37:40

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Venugopal talks to Asher Ghertner about his book ‘Rule by Aesthetics’. The book talks about the role the state plays in everyday lives of the poor and how urban aesthetics often supersedes inclusivity in the Indian city. Asher contrasts the powerful influence in Delhi of property owning citizens as represented through the Resident Welfare Associati…

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Celebrating Public Spaces of India 25:38

2+ y ago25:38

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Arul Paul talks to Anshuman Gupta on his book ‘Celebrating Public Spaces in India’ co-authored with Archana Gupta. The book explores the architectural identity and socio-cultural-functional strength of urban public spaces by analysing fifty vibrant landmarks from across the country.Anshuman Gupta, co-founder of The Foundation of the Indian Cities, …

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Late Temple Architecture of India, 15th to 19th Centuries 31:19

2+ y ago31:19

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Sunaina Shah talks to George Michelle on his book ‘Late Temple Architecture of India, 15th to 19th Centuries’. This book is the first wide-ranging overview of temple architecture in the 500-year period that overlaps with the authority of the Sultanates, the Mughals, and the British and has been largely excluded from scholarly pursuit.George Michell…

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Gender, Space and Agency in India 32:52

2+ y ago32:52

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Rajshree Rajmohan talks to Anindita Datta on her book "Gender, Space and Agency in India.’ This edited volume is a set of eleven insightful chapters by eminent researchers, each exploring links between gender space and agency across a diverse geographical context in India. The narratives are based on field studies and highlight not just the power o…

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The Syncretic Traditions of Islamic Religious Architecture of Kashmir (Early 14th –18th Century) 35:45

2+ y ago35:45

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Venugopal Maddipati talks to Hakim Sameer Hamdani on his book “The Syncretic Traditions of Islamic Religious Architecture of Kashmir”. The book presents the rich historical context of Islam in Kashmir and explores newer dimensions of tracing histories through architecture.Hakim Sameer Hamdani is a notable architectural historian and an Islamicist a…

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Somebody to Love: The Life, Death and Legacy of Freddie Mercury by Matt Richards & Mark Langthorne (Pt. 2) 1:20:04

2+ y ago1:20:04

1:20:04

Freddie Mercury led a life so big he couldn't fit into one episode (and it STILL not enough)! In this second half: cocaine dwarves, smoking vaginas, The Sex Pistols, Bohemian Rhapsody, David Bowie, possibly the Queen of England, and more. Join Elton's continued ride through "Somebody to Love: The Life, Death, and Legacy of Freddie Mercury", a book …

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In the public's interest: evictions, citizenship, and inequality in contemporary Delhi 29:10

2+ y ago29:10

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In the first episode of the Book-a-Week Podcast, Arul Paul talks to Gautam Bhan on his book, ‘In the Public’s Interest – Evictions, Citizenship and Inequality in Contemporary Delhi.’Part of the School of Human Development at Indian Institute for Human Settlement, Gautam Bhan teaches, researches and writes on the politics of urban poverty and inequa…

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Introduction to the Podcast by Prof. Srivathsan 1:36

2+ y ago1:36

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Introduction to the Podcast by Prof. Srivathsan by CEPT Library & Center for Research on Architecture and UrbanismCEPT Library & Center for Research on Architecture and Urbanism tarafından oluşturuldu

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Somebody to Love: The Life, Death and Legacy of Freddie Mercury by Matt Richards & Mark Langthorne (Pt. 1) 59:42

3y ago59:42

59:42

Freddie Mercury considered one of the greatest frontmen of all was the living embodiment of excess. He lived his life moving at the speed of light, but the world, a disease, and fate would bring it to a tragic end. Join Elton as he tries to lighten the mood using one of rock & roll history's greatest and unfortunate son's lives. From Freddie's birt…

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Mister Touch by Malcolm Bosse 1:02:47

3y ago1:02:47

1:02:47

It's the end of the world as the 80s knew it and they feel...apocalyptic! Listen as Elton gets to know "Mister Touch" and his rough band of New Yorkers as they battle a pandemic. Plus, survival tips! GET THE BOOK HERE! https://amzn.to/3DsgYkr Contribute here: https://anchor.fm/elton-reads-a-book-a-week and here: https://www.patreon.com/eltonreadsab…

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An Object of Beauty by Steve Martin 54:22

3y ago54:22

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Steve Martin, The New York art world, Ice Cube, and 90s gangsta rap Pokemon; what do they have in common? This episode is what! "An Object of Beauty" may just be the single greatest book in the history of books that aren't listed as great books. Is that a confusing exaggeration? Yes, maybe, you tell me. In this episode, you'll get the low down on S…

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So, THAT Happened: A Memoir by Jon Cryer 1:00:00

3y ago1:00:00

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Using "So, THAT Happened: A Memoir by Jon Cryer", we'll get into Jon Cryer's life and various pseudo feuds with other celebrities in this surprisingly sexually euphemism-filled episode of Elton Reads A Book A Week. Join Elton as he explores the inner workings of Jon Cryer, the famous Hollywood actor extraordinaire. He leaves no page unturned in the…

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American Sexual Behavior and the Kinsey Report by Morris L. Ernst and David Loth 1:21:12

3+ y ago1:21:12

1:21:12

Take a trip through the strange world of male sexuality with Elton as he tries to navigate why men defer to their genitals, sex cults for old people, and why men think they're the best sex-ed teachers. Plus, a wasp loving doctor makes it all possible? In this episode, Elton slips down the sexy, sweaty spine of "American Sexual Behavior and the Kins…

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The Cinema of Edward G. Robinson 54:02

3+ y ago54:02

54:02

An actor that was so great people were afraid he might inspire Al Capone to murder and turn Americans into communists; Edward G. Robinson. In this episode, we'll learn what it takes to make it as an actor in a world that screams "Hell no, ugly!", that some old movies have sketchy titles and the importance of Edward's "third leg". [And a "mummer" is…

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Lightning by Dean Koontz (Part Two) 31:19

3+ y ago31:19

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Elton finds out a little bit more about the how's and why's of his travels in time (hey, that rhymed...and that did too!) Plus, Dean Koontz's time travel rules are right (well, some of them). Part 2 of the "Lightning" by Dean Koontz episode. After talking about the book Elton converses with the stranger that appeared before him in part one. As it h…

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