

Book Cheat
Do Go On Media
The book club podcast where Dave Warneke has read the book so you don't have to. Each episode Dave tells two special guests all about a classic novel or play, and by the end of the show, both you and they can pretend you've read it. From Austen to Tolstoy, Shakespeare to Hemingway... Devour a classic in a single sitting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 20, 2019 • 1h 33min
17 - The Tempest (with Nick Mason and Sam Loy)
On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read William Shakespeare's The Tempest. Joining him to hear about this magic filled classic is Nick Mason from The Weekly Planet and Sam Loy from Human/Ordinary.Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodListen to Sam's podcast Human Ordinary:https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/humanordinary/Listen to Nick MasonThe Weekly Planet:https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/the-weekly-planet/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 7, 2019 • 1h 36min
16 - The Catcher In The Rye (with Jess Perkins and Andy Matthews)
In this engaging discussion, Jess Perkins, known for her wit on Do Go On, and Andy Matthews from Two in the Think Tank, dive into J.D. Salinger's 'The Catcher in the Rye.' They explore the rebellious spirit of Holden Caulfield and share personal anecdotes tying into the book's themes of cynicism and isolation. The conversation balances humor with poignant reflections on loss and friendship while playfully debating quirky traits of grandparents. It's a delightful mix of literary insight and lighthearted banter!

Apr 16, 2019 • 1h 36min
15 - The Tell-Tale Heart + The Raven (with Joel Zammit and Jackson Baly)
On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read two spooky Edgar Allan Poe classics... The short story The Tell Tale Heart and the narrative poem The Raven. Joining Dave to talk about these ghoulish tales is Joel Zammit and Jackson Baly from Sanspants Radio.Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Listen to Sanspants Radio podcasts including Plumbing The Death Star, D&D Is For Nerds, Shut Up A Second and more...http://www.sanspantsradio.com/Jackson BalyTwitter: @AllDogsAreDeadJoel ZammitTwitter: @GodDammitZammit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 2, 2019 • 1h 6min
14 - The Metamorphosis (with Kate Dehnert and Jack Druce)
On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read Franz Kafka's classic novella "The Metamorphosis." He is joined by comedians and friends Kate Dehnert and Jack Druce. Is this our most Kafkaesque episode yet? Surprisingly, YES!Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Follow Kate on Twitter: @KateDehnertKate's podcast 'Loner': @lonerpodFollow Jack on Twitter: @Jackdruce Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18, 2019 • 1h 54min
13 - Ibsen's A Doll's House (with Naomi Higgins and Danielle Walker)
On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Henrik Ibsen's classic play, A Doll's House. Joining him from the Batch Bitch podcast is Naomi Higgins and Danielle Walker. Ibsen is often referred to as the father of realism in the theatre, and is still the second most performed playwright worldwide (second only to Shakespeare).Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW This episode is brought to you by Audible, get started with a 30 day trial when you do to audible.com/bookcheat or text 'bookcheat' to 500500 and listen for a change.To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Batch Bitch podcast:https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/batch-bitch/Check out Danielle's show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival:https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2019/shows/myths-and-legends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 2019 • 1h 20min
12 - Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (with Xavier Michelides and Sonia Di Iorio)
Xavier Michelides from The Kentucky Fried Chattin' podcast and Sonia Di Iorio, a stand-up extraordinaire, join the host to discuss 'The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'. They talk about failed book experiments, the introduction of Mr. Utterson, staking out and confronting Mr. Hyde, the possibility of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde being the same person, and revelations and letters. They also share their book recommendations.

Feb 19, 2019 • 1h 39min
11 - Sherlock Holmes, A Study In Scarlet (with Mr Sunday Movies and Claire Tonti)
On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Arthur Conan Doyle's novel, A Study In Scarlet. This novel marks the debut of super sleith Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Dr John Watson, and to hear all about it, Dave is joined by James Clement AKA Mr Sunday Movies from The Weekly Planet Podcast and Planet Broadcasting head honcho and host of Just Make The Thing, Claire Tonti! Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Claire Tonti's Just Make The Thing:https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/just-make-the-thing/Mr Sunday Movies' The Weekly Planet:https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/the-weekly-planet/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 2019 • 2h 5min
10 - Jane Austen's Persuasion (With Jess Perkins and Broden Kelly)
On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Jane Austen's classic novel Persuasion. Dave is joined by super pals Jess Perkins from Do Go On and Broden Kelly from Aunty Donna. Romance, marriage and a very special nut. It's a rather saucy affair! Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodSuggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 2019 • 1h 37min
9 - Hamlet (with Nick Mason and Joel Duscher)
On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read William Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Hamlet. To discuss Shakespeare's longest and arguably most famous play, he is joined by Nick Mason from The Weekly Planet and Joel Duscher from Sanspants Radio and Plumbing The Death Star. To download, or not download... That is the question.Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Follow Nick Mason on Twitter: @Wikipediabrown The Weekly Planet Podcast: https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/the-weekly-planet/Follow Joel Duscher on Twitter: @Dusch13Listen to Joel on Sanspants Radio podcasts: www.sanspantsradio.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 1, 2019 • 1h 37min
8 - Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea (with Bec Petraitis and Peter Jones)
On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Jules Verne's science fiction/adventure classic Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea. He is joined by his pals Bec Petraitis and Peter Jones from the very funny Kentucky Fried Chattin' podcast. This story has a subarmine, giant squid and a man character named Pierre... What more could you ask for?Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW To get in contact, email bookcheatpod@gmail.com or follow the show via the links below:Twitter: @BookCheatPodInstagram: @BookCheatPodFacebook: @BookCheatPodFollow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke Check out the Kentucky Fried Chattin' podcast:http://www.sopod.co/KentuckyFriedChattinFollow Bec on Twitter: @becnessFollow Pete on Twitter: @PetertheJonesDave's other podcast Do Go On with Matt Stewart and Jess Perkins: https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/do-go-on/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.