The Buddies love them some revenge stories like Red Rising and Gladiator; The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter, is a combination of both. The book which takes place in a war-torn fantasy world, had the Buddies getting into some heated battles themselves. Topics ranged from the brain enhancements of being ambidextrous to the pros and cons of getting intimate in a bath house. So pack your armor, your dual swords, and join us as we read The Rage of Dragons, a top-10 podcast book.Intro: (0:00-1:34)Stock Up/Down (1:35-23:54)Favorite Scene/Character (23:55-31:03)Love/Hate (31:04-42:35)Casting the Movie (42:36-45:01)Conclusion/Review (45:02-47:02)Next Book: SHIFT (SILO SERIES: BOOK 2) by HUGH HOWEY  

Nothing is more exciting than seeing a book you enjoyed turned into a movie/TV Series, and although the Buddies were new to Wool/Silo Series, neither disappointed. The Buddies cruised through all 10 episodes of the Apple TV Series and discussed their love/hates, and the show and book difference. They were joined (for the third time!) but special guest Magic (@nicoitaliano13), who also read and watched the show (but in reverse order). They tackled some controversial topics like: Gender changing, PETA, and Grandpa Joe from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. So fill up your water bottle (yourself),  read up on the pact, work on your American Accent, and join us as we discuss the Silo TV Show.Intro: (0:00-1:36)Stock Up/Down (1:37-25:51)Love/Hate (25:52-42:20)Studio Notes (42:21-43:33)Conclusion/Review (43:34-47:55)Next Book: THE RAGE OF DRAGONS by EVAN WINTER

The Buddies enter into book 1 of the Silo Series, Wool by Hugh Howey, and it did not disappoint. The dark, futuristic dystopian story was right up the Buddies' alley, and certainly scratched the itch (the doctors are still working on those other itches).  Plus, Apple TV just released the first season of the show to pair with it. Per usual the buddies had some deep conversations about sociology and governance, plus opposable/disposable thumbs, germs being all mental, and why it isn’t always good to be the main character. So stay inside, breakout the StairMaster, read up on the Anaconda Plan, and join us as we tear through Wool.Intro: (0:00-1:51)Stock Up/Down (1:52-33:08)Favorite Character (33:09-36:55)Love/Hate (36:56-46:11)Conclusion (46:12-47:53) Next Book: THE RAGE OF DRAGONS by EVAN WINTER

 The Buddies venture into the world of Narnia, rereading a child hood favorite, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. They touched on some interesting topics, such as: is this book is suitable for kids, is this book a religious indoctrination story, and is Turkish Delight more addictive than heroine. Find out all the answers to these important questions in the most recent episode. So pack your winter jacket, your Christmas wish list, your sword and shield, and fawn/faun over this book with us.Intro: (0:00-2:50)Stock Up/Down (2:51-25:54)Love/Hate (25:55-36:09)Conclusion (36:10-38:13)Next Book: WOOL by HUGH HOWEY 

It’s officially summer (for all our northern hemisphere listeners), so the Buddies are jumping into some beach reads. They kicked things off with Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister. The time jumping murder mystery thriller, had the Buddies discussing Instagram’s 'for you' section, interview questions, and how they would have made the book ending a lot darker. So don’t respond to that work email, read up on your physics, and jump into the Buddy Book Club time-loop as we read Wrong Place Wrong Time.Intro: (0:00-2:20)Stock Up/Down (2:21-26:15)Favorite Character (26:16-26:58)Love/Hate (26:59-39:39)Listener Mail (39:40-41:30)Casting the Movie (41:31-42:29)Conclusion (42:30-45:00) Next Book: THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE by  C. S. LEWIS

The Buddies close out Brandon Sanderson’s epic Mistborn trilogy with book three: The Hero of Ages. It just felt right being back in the Mistborn world and revisiting old friends Vin, Elend, Sazed, TenSoon, and (our favorite) Spook. The Buddies got into deep conversations about the book and the ending of the series, as well as deeper more meaningful conversations about life in general. They discussed topics like if it’s normal to drink milk regularly, clothing metaphors, and why dictators can be good sometimes. So stock up on your metals, read up on your political theory, and join us as we burn through the final Mistborn chapter.Intro: (0:00-2:17)Stock Up/Down (2:18-24:42)Favorite Scene (24:43-28:23) Love/Hate (28:24-39:15) Conclusion (39:16-43:31) Next Book: WRONG PLACE WRONG TIME by GILLIAN McALLISTER

The Buddies are in the midst of finishing the epic Mistborn series, so while they're waiting they decided to check out a lighthearted 2001 comedy from their youth, Saving Silverman. Why did they pick this movie? Not sure. But it got them talking about Sweet Caroline and the Red Sox, girlfriend interventions, and reading books at the bar. So if you’re looking for lighthearted childish humor with limited plot check out this podcast. If you’re looking for the same, but at least with Jack Black in it check out Saving Silverman.Intro: (0:00-1:09)Stock Up/Down (1:10-15:58)Love/Hate (15:59-25:53)Studio Notes/Reviews (25:54:-30:09)Conclusion (30:10-31:20) Next Book: MISTBORN: THE HERO OF AGES by BRANDON SANDERSON

The Buddies are always looking to the future, they have their eyes set on Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, which also happens to be the name of the book they just read by Gabrielle Zevin. This book was right up the Buddies ally discussing many of the things they love: video games, Boston, and sharing emotions. Gabrielle Zevin novel will put you through a roller coaster of emotions and have you siding with different characters throughout the book. So exactly like a typical Buddy Book Club Podcast. So grab your sleeping bag, N64, and Mountain Dew, and join us as we play through Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow. Intro: (0:00-1:25)Stock Up/Down (1:26-34:04)Love/Hate (34:05-44:07)Casting the Movie (44:08:-45:30)Conclusion (45:31-49:14) Next Book: MISTBORN: THE HERO OF AGES

The Buddies nerd out and finally discuss one of their favorite genres: Star Wars (yes, it is its own genre). This time covering Timothy Zahn’s, Heir to the Empire. The book takes place five years after Episode 6 and features all of our favorite characters: Luke, Leia, Han and Chewie (or as Leia would call him, some random alien).  The Buddies discuss important Star Wars topics such as: rooting for the underdogs (in this case the Empire), if it’s normal to be attracted to Star Wars drawings, and whether or not the Skywalker family are all bigots. So bring your lightsabers, force powers (although you won’t need them much in this book), and X-wing owner’s manual, and join us in a galaxy far, far away…Intro: (0:00-2:57)Stock Up/Down (2:58-22:55)Favorite Scene/Character (22:56-25:32)Love/Hate (25:33-38:13)Casting the Movie (38:14-40:39)Conclusion (40:40-42:28) Next Book: TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW, AND TOMORROW by GABRIELLE ZEVIN

Before the Buddies were recording podcast episodes for the millions of listeners out there, they were having their own unrecorded podcast about the World War Z book. They use this episode to reminisce and argue again 10 years later, but this time about the movie. They debate crucial topics such as: why its overrated to have a family, the proper usage of magazines, and why being bald may not be the worst thing. So prepare yourself for the zombie apocalypse by injuring your knee, shaving your head, and listening to the Buddies discuss the World War Z movie.Intro: (0:00-2:21)Stock Up/Down (2:22-28:48)Love/Hate (28:49-39:07)Studio Notes (39:08-41:11)Rewrite/Reviews (41:12-42:52) Conclusion (42:53-45:37) Next Book: HEIR TO THE EMPIRE by TIMOTHY ZAHN