Book Cheat 63 - A Midsummer Night's Dream (with Nick Mason and Bec Petraitis)
Jul 20, 2021
In this lively discussion, guests Nick Mason, known for his podcasting prowess on The Weekly Planet, and Bec Petraitis from Media Breakdown, delve into the whimsical world of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. They explore the comedic chaos of love potions, the enchanting yet absurd relationships among characters, and the playful antics of Puck. With hilarious anecdotes and witty reflections, they connect Shakespeare's timeless themes to modern culture, highlighting the enduring nature of love, chaos, and comedy in both literature and life.
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Nick's Recent Read
- Nick Mason read Sinead Stubbins's book "In My Defence, I Have no defence."
- He bought it at the Hill of Content bookstore after several Instagram recommendations.
Bec's Reading Habits
- Bec Petraitis reads captions on YouTube videos while blow-drying her hair.
- She often watches Trixie and Katya.
Opera Cheat and Rent
- Dave Warnicke recently did an opera cheat episode on La Bohème.
- He was unaware that Rent is based on La Bohème, due to his dislike of musicals.