#93 John Irving's A Prayer for Owen Meany w/ Erik

Andrew Wittstadt is joined by friend and Heavy Bored regular, Erik. The two discuss John Irving’s A Prayer for Owen Meany and the film Simon Birch. Topics include: Faith–belief–prayer–Miracles–the Vietnam War–boomer lib politics–John Irving’s career–Irving’s legacy in literature–Irving’s politics–book vs movie–changes to the story in Simon Birch–writing screen adaptations–and more!

Recorded 7/17/2025

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A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving: https://amzn.to/3HATDC9

The Cider House Rules by John Irving: https://amzn.to/3HgU0ln

The World According to Garp by John Irving: https://amzn.to/4lCNgwb

The Hotel New Hampshire by John Irving: https://amzn.to/45zwyaU

More books by John Irving: https://amzn.to/45ACf8y

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