#378

Mentioned in 45 episodes

Slaughterhouse-five

Book • 1999

This novel follows the life of Billy Pilgrim, a chaplain's assistant in the U.S.

Army during World War II. Billy becomes 'unstuck in time' and experiences his life out of order, including his time as a prisoner of war in Dresden during the Allied firebombing.

The book is a powerful anti-war statement, blending Vonnegut's own experiences with science fiction elements, such as Billy's abduction by aliens from Tralfamadore.

It explores themes of post-traumatic stress, the absurdity of war, and the human condition, using Vonnegut's characteristic black humor and fatalistic tone.

Mentioned by

Edward O. Thorp

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Jaime Rodríguez de Santiago

Mentioned in 45 episodes

Mentioned by

Edward O. Thorp

in a story about a conversation with Joseph Heller.

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Mentioned by Edward Thorp in a story about a conversation between Heller and Vonnegut.

#596: Edward O. Thorp, A Man For All Markets — Beating Blackjack and Roulette, Beating the Stock Market, Spotting Bernie Madoff Early, and Knowing When Enough is Enough

Mentioned by

Jon Stewart

after describing a finger injury, referencing Vonnegut's signature phrase.

Libertarian Says What? with Nick Gillespie

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as the author of a quote about the importance of kindness.

If You Want A Reason To Live Pt. II | 12 Stoic Choices To LEVEL UP Your Life TODAY

Mentioned by

Barry Ritholtz

in a story about Joseph Heller and Kurt Vonnegut discussing the concept of 'enough'.

Understanding 'The 5 Types of Wealth' with Sahil Bloom

Referenced when the speaker was talking about David Irving.

Will Storr—The Status Game (Infinite Loops CLASSICS)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in a story about a conversation with Joseph Heller about the concept of "enough".

#90 - Ryan Holiday: Stillness, stoicism, and suffering less

Mentioned by

Neil deGrasse Tyson

as an example of a book depicting a pre-ordained timeline.

Past, Present, Future: Time Travel with Brian Greene

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in a story about Joseph Heller and Kurt Vonnegut discussing the concept of "enough."

You Must Go Toward The Oxygen | 10 Stoic Stories That Will Leave You Speechless

Mentioned by

James Altucher

as an example of a book with a great first line, a war story with a twist.

Part 2: How to Write and Publish Your First Book in 30 Days - Frameworks, First Lines, and the Craft of Storytelling

Mentioned by

Robin Ince

as someone who wrote far better books about the oddness of being human.

Embracing Neurodiversity w/ Robin Ince

Mentioned by

John Podhoretz

as a book known to American high schoolers, partially due to it being a science fiction story and memoir.

The Starvation Blood Libel

Mencionado por

Jaime Rodríguez de Santiago

al describir la visión de Kurt Vonnegut sobre lo inevitable en su novela.

#214 Los hilos rojos del destino (III): la libertad de creernos libres

Mentioned by

David Pizarro

when discussing books for a future podcast episode.

Episode 298: Pass the Peace Pipe

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in a story about Joseph Heller and Kurt Vonnegut discussing the concept of 'enough'.

Now That You Know, Do Better | Wants Make You A Servant

Mentioned by

Jensen McRae

in the context of rediscovering literature around the time she was listening to Taylor Swift's Red album.

Generation Taylor: Gracie, Maisie, Phoebe (with Jensen McRae)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in a story about Joseph Heller and Kurt Vonnegut.

What Gets The Leftover You? | Wants Make You A Servant

Recommended by

Richard Osman

if you've not read him already.

The Books You Must Read Before Turning 18

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in a story about Joseph Heller and Kurt Vonnegut.

Transforming Behavior and Cultivating Healthy Habits [MASTERCLASS] EP 1444

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in a story about wealth and contentment.

How To Become Rich | Watch Over Your Perceptions

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