BOOKIN' IT
A few friends--young men, Christians, and classically educated homeschoolers--have way too much fun discussing books.
Latest episodes
Oct 21, 2024 • 49min
147. Education and Virtue
Matthew and Cooper once again join in conversation, this time discussing a topic that Matthew provided: Education. Is college a scam? What do we make of the liberal arts? Does utility or vocation have a major role in deciding what to study? Is education for education's sake valuable? All this and more in a hopefully insightful episode!FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Oct 7, 2024 • 39min
146. Baptism
Matthew returns to the show and joins Cooper for a discussion that starts about reading and drifts into a chat about Baptism and regeneration--among other things. It's a good time and hopefully a thoughtful conversation. Take a listen!FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Sep 2, 2024 • 42min
145. The Wheel of Time: A Christian Perspective, Part 2
Cooper and Tanner go deep on the ending of the Wheel of Time, examining the concluding arcs for the main characters, the philosophical implications of free will & evil, and nerd out just a little. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Aug 12, 2024 • 58min
144. The Wheel of Time: A Christian Perspective, Part 1
Cooper and Tanner, after a couple years of reading, have finished the epic fantasy series The Wheel of Time. In a two part series they discuss the series for which they have a whole lot of affection, examining it as a story from a Christian perspective. In this episode, they discuss the series more broadly and without spoilers, while in the next they'll look at the ending of the series and some of the philosophical ideas it presents. It's a fun time with two fantasy nerds and Christ-followers, so take a listen!FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Jul 22, 2024 • 59min
143. Little Women
Cooper and Tanner discuss a banger classic in this episode, gushing over Louisa May Alcott's masterpiece. Listen to hear discussion on moralism, characters, prose, and much more. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
May 29, 2024 • 50min
142. The End of a Chapter
A chapter of this story is over; a new one begins. We laugh and celebrate the nearly four years of stories this podcast has wrought, commemorate the end of an era, and look forward to a bright future. Listen to hear some updates, tales, and good friends enjoying each other's company. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
May 7, 2024 • 22min
141. Kristin Lavransdatter
Cooper discusses a wonderful book of Christian imagination. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Apr 22, 2024 • 23min
140. Love What Lasts: How to Save Your Soul from Mediocrity
Why does our culture love bad art? Why do Christians today love bad art? How do we return to loving really good art? Author and classical educator Josh Gibbs wrote about a book this. We summarize his thesis (hint: it's the title) and discuss what important ideas and thoughts were influential for us. Enjoy!FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Apr 18, 2024 • 43min
139. Outlaws of Time
The boys return to ND Wilson, this time for a rollicking sci-fi western. Time travel and deserts do go together! Listen to hear why this is probably Wilson’s best book, why Sam is a likable protagonist, and how good the style is. Note: we were supposed to drop an episode on the Aeneid (our final one!) on Monday, but God’s sovereignty and technical issues prevented that! Thanks for staying patient. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
Apr 8, 2024 • 31min
138. The Aeneid, Part 4: Books 9-10
This section is just Iliad but with Latins and Trojans this time. Listen to hear comparisons of Aeneas to Homer, Pallas to Patroclus, Turnus as furor, and whether furor can ever serve piety. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRRAM:@bookinitpodCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE:https://412podcasting.comSUPPORT US HERE:https://patreon.com/bookinit TEXT US HERE!
