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98 - Slaughterhouse-Five (with Matt Stewart and Jackson Baly)
Dec 19, 2023
Matt Stewart and Jackson Baly discuss Kurt Vonnegut's 'Slaughterhouse-Five', exploring time-travel, alien abductions, and war reflections. They touch on the unique Christmas theme in the book and share anecdotes about their reading habits and preferences. The hosts delve into the unpredictable storytelling style and regional American foods, making for a captivating and entertaining conversation.
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- The novel explores time travel as a coping mechanism for trauma.
- Survivor's remorse and post-war struggles are central themes in the story.
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Trapped on a Train
After a long 10-day journey in a cramped railway car, Billy Pilgrim and the captured soldiers finally arrive at a POW camp. Billy is given a tiny coat meant for a civilian, resulting in a comical look that amuses the Germans. It tears and becomes a vest, making him the laughingstock of the camp.
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