Janet Ellis, author and television presenter, and Jason Arday, sociologist, discuss 'The Cutout Girl' by Bart Van S, a powerful book about a Jewish child separated from her parents during the Nazi invasion of Holland. They also explore the impact of vivid childhood experiences and highlight the flaws and messages in the story of a sports person. Additionally, they discuss 'Let the Great World Spin' by Colin McCann, focusing on its writing style, setting, and portrayal of characters.