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Book Cheat

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Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 25min

97 - The Master and Margarita (with Sam Petersen and Stephen Hall)

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Master and Margarita. Hearing all about Mikhail Bulgakov's fantastical Russian classic is Sam Petersen and Stephen Hall.Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodBuy Stephen's books: https://www.thestephenhall.com/e-books/ Listen to Sammy's podcast Confessions: https://confessionsthepodcast.com/ Instagram: @bookcheatpodFacebook: @bookcheatpodTwitter: @bookcheatpodCheck out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 40min

96 - My Brilliant Career (with Bec Petraitis and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall)

Bec Petraitis, an Australian novelist, and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall, a comedian, join the host to discuss Miles Franklin's classic Australian novel, My Brilliant Career. They explore topics such as Australian literature, film settings in Australian cinema, family dynamics of the protagonist, challenges of buying furniture, the protagonist's aspirations and encounters in Sydney, and the concept of love versus independence. The chapter also includes humorous anecdotes and advertisements.
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Nov 7, 2023 • 1h 40min

95 - The Maltese Falcon (with Alexei Toliopoulos and Michelle Brasier)

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Maltese Falcon. Hearing all about Dashiel Hammett's Sam Spade detective story is Alexei Toliopoulos and Michelle Brasier.Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodInstagram: @bookcheatpodFacebook: @bookcheatpodTwitter: @bookcheatpodCheck out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 17, 2023 • 52min

94 - One Hundred Years of Solitude, Part Two (with Jackson Baly and Cass Paige)

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has finished reading 100 Years of Solitude. Hearing all about part two of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's epic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants Radio. To see a chart of the characters covered on this episode, check out the Book Cheat social media from the links below.Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodInstagram: @bookcheatpodFacebook: @bookcheatpodTwitter: @bookcheatpodCheck out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 3, 2023 • 1h 22min

93 - One Hundred Years of Solitude, Part One (with Cass Paige and Jackson Baly)

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read 100 Years of Solitude. Hearing all about part one of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's epic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants Radio. To see a chart of the characters covered on this episode, check out the Book Cheat social media from the links below.Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodInstagram: @bookcheatpodFacebook: @bookcheatpodTwitter: @bookcheatpodCheck out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 1h 21min

92 - The Bell Jar (with Gabriella White)

Gabriella White, Dave's wife, discusses Sylvia Plath's only novel, The Bell Jar, exploring themes such as uncertainty and disillusionment, Esther's internship at the Amazon, the significance of the fig tree symbolism, and a nightmarish encounter with a blind date. They also touch on Esther's hospitalization, meeting Dr. Gordon, and final thoughts on the book's impact.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 46min

91 - Goodbye, Mr. Chips (with Luke Heggie and Chris Ryan)

Guests Luke Heggie and Chris Ryan join the podcast to discuss James Hilton's novel 'Goodbye, Mr. Chips.' They talk about the main character's backstory, anonymity and mischief using different names, and their disappointment with the book's lack of representation for women. They also joke about their other podcasts and promise better episodes to come.
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Aug 26, 2023 • 1h 1min

90 - A Good Man Is Hard To Find (with Kirsty Webeck and Matt Stewart)

Kirsty Webeck and Matt Stewart join the host to discuss Flannery O'Connor's "A Good Man Is Hard To Find". They explore the inspiration behind the story, the unforgettable characters, and the themes of grace and forgiveness. The speakers also chat about their upcoming shows and share their thoughts on a murder mystery.
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Apr 4, 2023 • 1h 31min

89 - Animal Farm (with Jess Perkins and Matt Stewart)

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Animal Farm. Hearing all about George Orwell's classic allegory of the Russian revolution is Jess Perkins and Matt Stewart from Do Go On.Book Cheat live: https://dogoonpod.com/live-shows/ Dave at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival: https://linktr.ee/davewarneke Jess at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2023/shows/almost-maybe Matt at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2023/shows/ding Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 21, 2023 • 1h 10min

88 - The Invisible Man (with Phil Wang and Matt Stewart)

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read The Invisible Man. Hearing all about H.G. Wells classic sci-fi tale is Phil Wang and Matt Stewart. Recorded live in London. Book Cheat live: https://dogoonpod.com/live-shows/ Dave at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival: https://linktr.ee/davewarneke Matt at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2023/shows/ding Phil Wang on tour: https://www.philwang.co.uk/Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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