A Drink With a Friend

Hadden Turner writes the well-loved Substack newsletter Over the Field and lives in northern England among farmers and apples. He shares with Tsh his choice of a favorite book from childhood (one she’d never heard of before), as well as a recent read for his choice of favorites as an adult.* Hadden’s Newsletter, Over the Field* Out of the Ashes, by Michael Morpurgo* The Pearl, by John Steinbeck* Tsh Oxenreider’s newsletter, books, course, and trips This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

Faith Moore is a writer and podcaster of the popular show Storytime for Grownups, as well as an avid reader. She shares with Tsh her choice of a favorite book from childhood, as well as one of her all-time favorites as an adult (it’s one of Tsh’s favorites, too).* Faith’s podcast, Storytime for Grownups* Matilda, by Roald Dahl* Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Bronte* Tsh Oxenreider’s newsletter, books, course, and trips This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

Joel Miller is the writer of the popular newsletter Miller’s Book Review, chief content officer at Full Focus, author of the new book The Idea Machine, and an avid reader. He shares with Tsh a beloved book from his childhood and one from adulthood (as well as two extras from both).* Joel’s newsletter, Miller’s Book Review* Joel’s new book, The Idea Machine: How Books Built Our World and Shape Our Future* Tarzan of the Apes, by Edgar Rice Burroughs* First Blood, by David Morrell* The Road, by Cormac McCarthy* The Aviator, by Eugene Vodolazkin* Tsh Oxenreider’s newsletter, books, course, and trips This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

For a new season of this podcast, Tsh Oxenreider is talking with people about two books that changed them: one from childhood, one from adulthood. Who better to start with than her own daughter, Tatum?* the Percy Jackson series, by Rick Riordan* Bridge to Terabithia, by Katherine Paterson* A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeleine L’Engle* The Divine Comedy, by Dante Alighieri* A Gentleman in Moscow, by Amor Towles* Tsh Oxenreider’s newsletter, books, course, and trips This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

Tsh gives a short pitch for why you should do — in some way, before too long — what she does every summer: take a break from the internet. She explains why this break is so life-giving and necessary for her, her three reasons why she firmly believes EVERYONE needs to take regular breaks from the internet, as well as some encouragement that you, too, can do this. Yes, you! Really.The next season will return after a brief hiatus!* Tsh’s newsletter, books, trips, & Rule of Life* Recommended reads* Buy a round of drinks This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

Rick Reynolds, a marriage therapist and founder of Affair Recovery, shares insights on infidelity and reconciliation. He emphasizes the power of community in fostering healthy relationships and discusses ways to affair-proof marriages. The conversation highlights personal accountability, openness, and the healing that comes from shared experiences. Rick also delves into transformative journeys of personal growth and the importance of authentic connections, concluding with a hopeful message about navigating love and commitment.

Tsh chats with Stephanie Duncan Smith, a book editor who’s been thinking for a while about the liturgical calendar. They get into Eastertide — and the beauty of its length (50 days), how it’s good that feasting always follows fasting, why Ordinary Time is magical, and how it all fits together with the rhythms of our personal lives (and how it feels when it sometimes doesn’t).* Stephanie Duncan Smith and her Slant Letter* Stephanie’s book, Even After Everything: on Bookshop and Amazon* Hallowed Be This House, by Thomas Howard* Tsh’s books, trips, & Rule of Life* Recommended reads* Buy a round of drinks This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

In this engaging conversation, Rachel Canto, author of Pretty Good Catholic, shares her insightful perspectives on the modern dating scene. She highlights the importance of adopting a flexible mindset in dating, encouraging openness to new connections while maintaining personal boundaries. Rachel explores the complexities of chastity and how dating apps impact genuine relationships. She also emphasizes clear communication as key to preventing misunderstandings and fostering healthier connections. Rachel's wisdom offers practical advice for anyone seeking meaningful relationships.

Tsh chats with Millie Florence, a young author who recently published her first middle-grade novel, Beyond Mulberry Glen, with Waxwing Books. They chat about alternative education, following your skills and interests during the adolescent years (and how homeschooling is a boon for this), the process of getting a novel published, what makes a good story, and more.* Millie Florence* Beyond Mulberry Glen* Waxwing Books* Tsh’s newsletter: The Commonplace* Tsh’s books, trips, & Rule of Life* Join Tsh’s next pilgrimage: The Rhine River 2025* Tate & Tsh’s letters* German is weird* Theology of the Body* Recommended reads* Buy a round of drinks This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe

Tsh talks with her daughter Tatum, who’s currently studying 6,000 miles away in Austria. …From an empty classroom with wifi in Austria, she chats with Tsh about studying abroad, living cross-culturally, Theology of the Body, friendships, and all other sorts of sundry. (She’s currently in a four-way tie as Tsh’s favorite human.)* Tsh’s newsletter: The Commonplace* Tsh’s books, trips, & Rule of Life* Join Tsh’s next pilgrimage: The Rhine River 2025* Tate & Tsh’s letters* German is weird* Theology of the Body* Recommended reads* Buy a round of drinks This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecommon.place/subscribe