Books of Titans Podcast

In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses The Years of Lyndon Johnson four-book series by Robert A. Caro. These are books 8 through 11 from his 2021 Reading List. Show Notes First Episode: The Path to Power Second Episode: Means of Ascent Third Episode: Master of the Senate Fourth Episode: The Passage of Power Author: Robert A....The post The Years of Lyndon Johnson Series by Robert A. Caro appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 11 of 35 from his 2021 Reading List – The Passage of Power by Robert A. Caro. Show Notes First Episode: The Path to Power Second Episode: Means of Ascent Third Episode: Master of the Senate Author: Robert A. Caro Lyndon B. Johnson My thoughts about the book Purchase the Book...The post The Passage of Power by Robert Caro appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 10 of 35 from his 2021 Reading List – Master of the Senate by Robert A. Caro. Show Notes First Episode: The Path to Power Second Episode: Means of Ascent Author: Robert A. Caro Lyndon B. Johnson My thoughts about the book Purchase the Book Reading Resources Books of Titans WebsiteThe post Master of the Senate by Robert Caro appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 9 of 35 from his 2021 Reading List – Means of Ascent by Robert A. Caro. Show Notes Author: Robert A. Caro Lyndon B. Johnson Video: Special Message to the Congress: The American Promise [on the Voting Rights Act], 3/15/65 My thoughts about the book Purchase the Book Reading Resources Books...The post Means of Ascent by Robert Caro appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Erik Rostad explores the importance of understanding the historical context of Lyndon Johnson's life. Robert Caro discusses the complexity of LBJ's character, his lack of moral foundation and productivity as a congressman. The chapter also covers his influential figures, troubled relationships, and the power of answering mail. They express admiration for the book and mention upcoming episodes.

In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses his first book series from his 2021 Reading List – The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis. Show Notes Author: C.S. Lewis My thoughts about each book: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Prince Caspian The Voyage of the “Dawn Treader” The Silver Chair The Horse and His...The post The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, special guest Ivan Nekrasov joins Erik Rostad to discuss book 44 of 52 from Erik’s 2020 Reading List – Our Hope by Father Dmitrii Dudko. Show Notes Father Dmitrii Dudko Special Guest: Ivan Nekrasov My thoughts about the book The Gulag Archipelago Splendor of God Purchase the Book Reading Resources Books of Titans...The post Our Hope by Father Dmitrii Dudko appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Erik Rostad discusses book 45 of 52 from his 2020 Reading List – Life of Wallace by James Paterson. Show Notes William Wallace Author: James Paterson (no, not that James Patterson) My thoughts about the book Braveheart Purchase the Book Support the Podcast Get Book Ideas Books of Titans WebsiteThe post Life of Wallace by James Paterson appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

In this episode, Erik Rostad stacks each of the 45 books from his 2020 reading list on his desk, picks them up one by one, and shares the one thing he recalls from each book. This episode is a test to see how much he remembers after spending 491+ hours reading the books. It’s also...The post Key Takeaways from My 2020 Reading List appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe

Daniel Midson-Short recently interviewed Erik Rostad about the Books of Titans project. This episode contains the conversation that covers Erik’s reading life, why he started this project, and what he’s learned along the way. Show Notes Daniel Midson-Short Shorthand Content Marketing – Daniel’s Company Erik’s 2021 Reading List Support the Podcast Email me with thoughts, questions,...The post Let’s Talk Books appeared first on Books of Titans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.booksoftitans.com/subscribe