Becoming The Main Character
This podcast explores classic literature to extract life lessons for modern listeners. Each episode analyzes a famous story, such as Hamlet or Moby Dick, and applies its themes to personal growth, relationships, and decision-making. The host, Jameson Olsen, aims to transform how listeners view fiction by connecting it to real-world challenges. It's a show for those seeking wisdom from timeless narratives.
Episodes
Why A Nation Creates Its Own Mythology (Pt. 2)
In a continuation of our series on why mythologies and folklore are useful to the identity of a culture, we continue diving into the stories that have cemented themselves in the American mind.Even if these particular stories are unfamiliar, their essence will resonate with the stories you think of as foundational to what it is to be "An American", the same way the stories of Hercules or
Huckleberry Finn (pt 2) \\ Making the Hard Choice
We've been floating down the river having a pretty good time so far, but the events of the last chapter have sobered Huckleberry Finn up a bit to the uglier side of life. But we're back on the raft with Jim, with more people to meet, more life lessons to be experienced, and more dangers to be faced.Let's settle in to the rest of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn-----------------------
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (pt 1)
What happens when you take a story that is controversial enough to be frequently banned from libraries and mix it with an author who doesn’t care what you think about his writing?You get Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”.But why is a story about a boy floating down a river so scrutinized?Some reasons are obvious, but others are less so. All I know is I found the character of Huck t
Why a Nation Creates Its Own Mythology (Pt. 1)
Why does a culture need its own stories? Can't it just borrow someone else's? The USA is too young to have formulated a mythology like classic civilizations did, and yet from our early years we still ended up creating fictional stories that are inherently ours. Why? In this special episode to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation I grew up in, I explore a couple of reasons fo
The Scarlet Pimpernel (pt 2)
In Part 2 of our coverage of The Scarlet Pimpernel we are waiting to see what Chauvelin will discover in the dining room. Marguerite feels sick for being a spy for the villain, but it was the Pimpernel, or her brother Armand, and she has made her choice.How will this play out? Will the Pimpernel escape? Will Marguerite be able to live with her choice? Let's find out together.------------------
The Scarlet Pimpernel (pt 1)
Before the acronyms MCU or DCEU ever existed, superheroes were illustrations on the page of comic books. But before comic books came to be, there was another story that first gave us a hero with a secret identity.The original superhero who risked it all to save others, while wearing a 'mask' in his day-to-day life to protect himself and those he loved.In this episode, we begin coverage of
The Ancient Story Structure Hollywood Keeps Ignoring \\ Kishōtenketsu
What if I told you that you have been deprived of one of the best forms of storytelling for most of your life?The "The Three-Act" story structure has dominated Western storytelling for centuries. Hero has desires, Hero encounters conflict, Hero overcomes conflict in order to achieve desires. Easy Peasy. But the Four-Act structure, aka Kishōtenketsu proposes an entirely different take on
Project Hail Mary (part two) \\ Courage Is Not Optional
You ready for part 2, question?Grace is now teamed up with his alien friend Rocky, and they have worked together to the point of creating a theory that might save both of their planets. But can they find out the answer in time? Grace also remembers a dark secret about himself...Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition', where you get the full story the day it releases, plus EXTENDED VERSIONS
Project Hail Mary (part one) \\ The Science of Not Giving Up
I woke up in space without a clue of what's going on...how's your day been?Andy Weir has carved out a niche for himself that you could call "lone man lost in space". This time, the creator of The Martian dives into even deeper space as he explores interstellar travel, extinction-level events on earth, unexpected friendship, and self-discovery.I have never heard someone say they r
True Grit \\ A Quest To Fix What Is Broken (part 2)
How Did I End Up Here?Mattie Ross finds herself out on the frozen hillsides of Oklahoma. Body aching from being on horseback all day, she just witnessed the gruesome killing of two bandits...It's enough to make her ask 'what am I doing out here?'Part 2 of True Grit will lead to what I believe is the very relatable answer to that question.Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition',
True Grit \\ Forge Your Own Path (part 1)
"I was born game, sis, and I hope to die in that condition."When the government-appointed lawmen aren't quick to hunt down the murderer of Frank Ross, his teenage daughter, Mattie, takes things into her own hands and hires a one-eyed US Marshall known for his rough treatment of outlaws.In Charles Portis's classic western novel, we find a beautiful example of how to push through e
The Minority Report \\ Future vs. Fate
Felonies are down by 99.8%. There hasn't been a murder in 5 years because the police know what will happen before it takes place. There couldn't possibly be any side effects to arresting people who haven't yet committed a crime...right?This sci-fi classic short story from the 1950's comes to us from the same author who wrote "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" (aka Bla
Crime and Punishment (Part 2)
"It’s as well that you only killed the old woman. If you’d invented another theory you might perhaps have done something a thousand times more hideous."Raskolnikov was a young man with a theory. A theory that led to a choice, and now he doesn't know how to deal with the consequences. Who will condemn him first, the police, or his own conscience?Tune in to see how Rodion Romanovitch R
Crime and Punishment (Part 1)
"Would not one tiny crime be wiped out by thousands of good deeds?"The Russians are coming...Fyodor Dostoevsky's unique brand of psychological thriller has reached BTMC, and I was delighted to dive deep into the intellectual madness of the deeply flawed main character, Raskolnikov.We've never covered a book like this before.This story was too big for one episode. So, jump in the
8 Lessons For Protagonists in 2026
Launch into the new year with the best ideas learned from the stories of 2025. I've gone through 70+ lessons that I took from the stories of the last 12 months and picked the 8 that I think are the most powerful for you to apply in your life.Listen, and then go forth and conquer the year.Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition', where you get EXTENDED VERSIONS of the episodes to take yo
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Ho, Ho, Ho! here's a little holiday treat for you. In classic BTMC fashion, I took my lesson as serious as a car accident and found much more depth to the moral of this children's story than you may think was possible.Was the Grinch truly a meany, or just misinformed on what happiness looked like?Enjoy!Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition', where you get EXTENDED VERSIONS of the
The Power of Story: Fiction vs Non-Fiction
On this show, I cover the greatest ficton ever written, but my larger goal is to get you to start looking at ALL stories as tools to understand how to live a better life.So I got two of the most prolific readers I know, "Alex & Books", and Dylan O'Sullivan) to sit down and discuss the unique strengths of both Fictional stories and Non-Fictional stories to help you on your way to
Pride and Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice is a masterclass in how confidently we can be wrong about people. The story of two people who mistake their first impressions for objective truth, until the story forces them to confront who the other person really is. This episode digs into Austen’s brilliance at showing how believing you have infallible judgment isn’t wisdom...it’s a trap.Most of the art used in this episode
The Sword In The Stone \\ King Arthur Origin Story
Disney did you dirty.Because you probably think Arthur becoming king was as easy as pulling the sword from the stone. But the actual myth is way more complicated (and therefore, realistic?).Before Camelot, before the round table, there was just a boy who didn't know what he was destined to be, and with no idea the struggle he would have to survive in order to claim his crown.Sign up for 'B
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde \\ Beware Your Shadow
"Man is not truly one, but truly two."It's one of the most famous gothic horror novellas, and it all started when Robert Louis Stevenson had a nightmare so vivid that his wife had to wake him because of his screams.The story that dares to ask the question: Is man good, evil, or both?Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition', where you get EXTENDED VERSIONS of the episodes to ta
The Tell-Tale Heart \\ You Love To Lie To Yourself
Edgar. Allen. Poe.The Master of Macabre. The tortured genius whose own life was almost as dark as the stories he wrote. Today, we dive into one of his most iconic tales, The Tell-Tale Heart.This story is disturbing. It is horrifying. And we're still going to find takeaways that we can apply in our own lives, so jump in and let's get started.Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition',
The Hound of the Baskervilles \\ Life Is Probabilities
The curse has plagued their family for hundreds of years. A spectral hound that preys only on those of the Baskerville name. Is Sherlock Holmes up against his most clever foe yet, or maybe...the devil himself?Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote 60 detective stories featuring Sherlock Holmes. The man who has turned into one of the most globally loved (and replicated) characters ever created. Dive into the
Arrival (Story Of Your Life) \\ Would You Change The Future?
Take in every detail, don't let a moment go unnoticed. One day it may all be a memory...From master short story sci-fi writer Ted Chiang, today we're exploring the inspiration behind the movie Arrival, 'Story of Your Life'.Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition', where you get EXTENDED VERSIONS of the episodes to take you even deeper into the story with more scenes, more le
Jurassic Park \\ Man vs. Nature
You're humming the theme song in your head even as you read this, aren't you?Welcome to Jurassic Park! The wonderfully terrifying world created by the master of techno/science thrillers, Michael Crichton. The book goes deeper and darker than the popular movie into the side effects and unintended consequences of messing with nature. So, hop on in, we're going on a park tour.Sign up for 'BTMC: Prota
The Labors of Hercules \\ Stop Asking For Redemption
"But now your task is to be Hercules and bear the heavy burden of disaster"After months in Middle-Earth we are heading back to ancient Greece for an anthology of adventures from everyone's favorite demigod. But...are the adventures even the heart of this story? Or is there a much deeper lesson to discover?Sign up for 'BTMC: Protagonist Edition', where you get EXTENDED VERSION
Becoming Frodo \\ The Lord Of The Rings Companion Episode
"I was not made for perilous quests" -Frodo BagginsHow far Frodo came from that moment of doubt in his cozy hobbit home. Let's explore the path that Frodo took from adventure-averse to savior of Middle Earth. As well as a dive into a crazy idea: did Frodo kill Gollum? All this and more inside this character dive episode.BECOMING SAMWISE available now on BTMC Protagonist Edition.Sign
Becoming Aragorn \\ The Lord Of The Rings Companion Episode
A king and a ranger. A fighter and a poet. Aragorn is a perfect example of how being a dichotomy of stereotypes can make you one of the most valuable people to ever live.You don't have to accept that to be one thing means you can't be another. You can fight trolls and write songs.You can lift heavy weights and be a chefYou can have a kind soul and be a fierce fighter.Let's learn how we
The Return Of The King \\ The Lord Of The Rings
'I am glad you are here with me. Here at the end of all things, Sam.’We have reached the very dramatic conclusion of the greatest fantasy trilogy ever written. It's been a long road to Mordor, but the adventure doesn't stop there. Heroes will arise, wars will be fought, perils will be faced, a king will return.In this episode: How Sauron used propaganda to do his dirty work for him, can Merry go f
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Becoming Boromir \\ Lord of the Rings Character Analysis [Free Preview]
This is a free preview of the deep dive into Boromir, Captain of Gondor. For the full episode subscribe to BTMC: Protagonist Edition:https://becomingmain.supercast.com/Is Boromir the most misunderstood character in Lord of the Rings? I'm about to make a very strong case that he is.He never asked to be forgiven, he only asked for a chance to prove he was better than his weakest moment.What
The Two Towers \\ The Lord of the Rings
Get BTMC: PROTAGONIST EDITION: https://becomingmain.supercast.com/We're in the thick of it now. The Fellowship has dissolved, Gandalf is gone, and the shadow of Mordor grows slowly over Middle Earth...What will the heroes do? And more importantly, what choices of theirs can we analyze? Hop in, we're going for the next chapter of the Lord of the Rings.In this episode: learn how Saruman
The Fellowship Of The Ring \\ The Lord of the Rings
We're setting out from the Shire, but this train won't stop until Mordor!Join me as we dive into all the moments of Frodo being brave in the face of his fears, Sam being loyal to a fault, and Aragorn, well...being Aragorn!This episode marks the one-year mark of BTMC and I'm celebrating by dropping the longest and most epic episode I've ever made so far. 🎉I've also launched BTMC: Protagonist Editio
The Day Thor Fell Short \\ When Your Best Isn't Enough
Thor is one of the more overpowered characters in all of mythology...so how does he take it when he isn't actually up to the task?More importantly, how do YOU respond when your efforts just don't seem to be enough? --FOLLOW THE PODCAST FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingmain Twitter: https://twitter.com/becomingmain
Becoming Jay Gatsby \\ The Great Gatsby Companion Episode
Let's talk about aspects of Jay Gatsby that you'll never hear brought up in an English class.Hero, or delusional dreamer? Plus, one trick that will improve your odds of having life-changing opportunities.This and more in Becoming Jay Gatsby.--FOLLOW THE PODCAST FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram:https://instagram.com/becomingmainX:https://twitter.com
The Great Gatsby
Exactly 100 years since its release, we're talking about F. Scott Fitzgerald's masterclass in exploring the psyche of a tragic hero. Join me, old sport, as we go back to the roaring 20's for the lavish party lifestyle of prohibition-era New York.--FOLLOW BTMC FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingmain X: https://twitter.c
Snow White \\ Some People Will Hate You
The queen may be the villain, but I argue that the magic mirror is the most evil character in this story...Learn how much Disney changed from the original fairytale and get some insights about how to deal with people who hate you for seemingly no good reason.--FOLLOW THE PODCAST FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingmain Twitter: https:
Becoming Long John Silver \\ Treasure Island Companion Episode
I have retooled and now we're ACTUALLY doing character analyses with these companion episodes, and Long John Silver is a great place for us to start.We get into his motives, his backstory, why we care more about him than a traditional hero like Captain Smollett, and what are the attributes to try to implement and which ones to avoid.Becoming Long John Silver is worth the listen.--FOLLOW THE PO
Treasure Island
This book didn't just influence the perception of pirates in pop culture. It created the perception. A must-listen if you are in a swashbuckling mood. Let's hit the high seas together.--Check out COST OF GLORY on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you podcast.FOLLOW BTMC FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingmain X: https://twi
Aesop's Fables: An Introduction \\ Power In Brevity
How can a few sentences create such a powerful moral that lasts for thousands of years? Aesop is accredited as being the greatest fable writer of all time. Who was he? Why do fables work? And how can we make use of them in the 21st century?--Check out COST OF GLORY on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you podcast.FOLLOW BTMC FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bec
Become Atticus Finch \\ To Kill A Mockingbird Companion Episode
More stories and lessons from the world of Maycomb Alabama. Get multiple takes on the importance and value of meeting people where they are at. Plus, the magic phrase Atticus said multiple times that could change your life.--FOLLOW THE PODCAST FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram:https://instagram.com/becomingmainX:https://twitter.com/becomingmain
To Kill A Mockingbird \\ What Is A "Great Soul"?
Harper Lee's classic southern coming-of-age is here to teach you about seeing outside of your little world.
There are some characters whose names are synonymous with a character archetype. Atticus Finch is one of those names.
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Echo and Narcissus \\ The Worth Of Self-Worth
What happens when the world's most beautiful man can't find anyone he loves as much as himself? Throw in a cursed nymph and the goddess of vengeance and we've got ourselves a STORY!
We're heading back to ancient Greece, my friends.
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Don't Become MACBETH \\ Macbeth Companion Episode
This is a juicy one. We've got Ideas from Tolkien and Nietszche about how you should interpret Macbeth as well as lessons that touch on free will, action bias, and more!
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The Tragedy of MACBETH \\ Beware Your Fatal Flaw
Is fate calling you to a higher purpose? Or are you being tricked by deceitful prophets? A battle of ambition and morality plays out in beautiful detail in Shakespeare's classic play.
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Be More Heroic In 2025 \\ 11 Lessons For Main Characters
It's a BTMC year in review! I've gone through all of the lessons we covered in 2024 (I counted 92 in total) and I've picked the top 11 that I think will most empower you to improve your life in the upcoming year.
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Become Ebenezer Scrooge \\ A Christmas Carol Companion Episode
Let's talk about the unsung heroes of this story that we should emulate, why you can't help but feel strong emotions about Tiny Tim, and how to deal with the laughter that comes from NPC's when they notice you improving yourself. All this and more!
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A Christmas Carol \\ Remembrance, Awareness, Projection
How do you keep the spirit of Christmas alive in your heart all year long? Come with and see for yourself how Ebenezer Scrooge learned from the past, the present, and the future so he could stop being such a miserable punk.
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Thoughts on Wicked, Pt. 1 \\ The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Companion Episode
We've got endnotes for the book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, but most of this episode is made up of my takeaways from watching Wicked, Pt. 1. And boy have I got some takeaways...
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz \\ Action Precedes The Label
"Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore..."
We're diving into the wild and untamed Land of Oz for the original story that has sparked many imaginations. Join in as we see what lessons we can take from the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion.
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Don't Become Winston Smith \\ 1984 Companion Episode
We have endnotes! on top of more lessons from Orwell's classic, You're getting more insights and interesting facts about this story that I didn't fit into the main episode.
Take your understanding of 1984 to the next level and come away with even more ways to sound smart in front of your friends.
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1984
Big Brother Is Watching You.The fact that you have heard that line even if you've never read this book shows how impactful of a story it is.Can you keep your mind in the face of crushing insanity?--FOLLOW THE PODCAST FOR MORE GREAT CONTENT:Instagram: https://instagram.com/becomingmain Twitter: https://twitter.com/becomingmain
Become Van Helsing \\ Dracula Companion Episode
The rest of my applicable lessons for your modern life from Bram Stoker's Dracula.
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Vlad The Impaler IS Dracula (w/ Ben Wilson from How To Take Over The World)
Learn how art imitates life when it comes to Dracula and one of the fiercest warlords in all of history.
Van Helsing told his vampire hunters that they were dealing with THAT warlord Dracula, which could only mean one person: the son of the dragon, Vlad Tepes.
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Dracula \\ The Things You Know Are Not Enough
"I need you to believe in what you cannot"
Is he undead, or is he the devil? Either way, the Count is coming for you...you better hope Van Helsing is on his way.
Finish October strong with Bram Stoker's monster classic.
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The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow \\ You See What You Believe
What happens when a goofy schoolteacher gets between a muscle-headed ruffian and his rich girlfriend?
Don't lose your head, because spooky season continues with one of the most iconic scary short stories ever written.
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(Don't) Become Victor Frankenstein \\ Frankenstein Companion Episode
More of the good and the bad we should take away from Mary Shelley's iconic horror story.
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Frankenstein \\ Ambition Is A Double-Edged Sword
We're kicking off the Halloween season in the best way possible.
Find out why Frankenstein is considered one of the best multi-category books ever written. It's Sci-Fi, it's Horror, it's Gothic...and it's got a very important lesson for us to learn.
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The Emperor's New Clothes \\ Critical Failure By Groupthink
We're shifting gears into one of the best-known fairytales from Hans Christian Andersen.
In one story he expresses his disdain for the bourgeoisie while also teaching a very important lesson about the dangers of groupthink.
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Become Robert Jordan \\ For Whom The Bell Tolls Companion Episode
As far as companion episodes go, this juice was worth the squeeze.
Let's talk about what other takeaways I have from this Hemingway classic.
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For Whom The Bell Tolls \\ A Calling Higher Than Yourself
Never ask for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.
Let's get a taste of Ernest Hemingway's unique way of storytelling. Focusing on writing "truly".
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Odin, The Allfather \\ What Price Will You Pay?
We're taking our mythology up north to the land of ice and snow.
Odin will make you question how you can do more in service of your goals.
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Become The Time Traveler \\ The Time Machine Companion Episode
More lessons from H.G. Wells' first heroic character, PLUS we dive into a theory about how reading fiction is useful for us to understand the real world.
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The Time Machine \\ Dreams Bigger Than Reality
How do you envision the future? What would you think if you traveled there and it was nothing like you imagined?
If you liked Journey to the Center of the Earth, you're going to enjoy this one.
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The Tragedy Of Orpheus \\ The Perils Of Lesser Goals
Are you familiar with the feeling of saying you want something, but your actions don't line up with that desire?
It doesn't take much to derail us from our goals, and sometimes the consequences of those distractions are terribly unfair.
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Become Jo March \\ Little Women Companion Episode
Jo March cannot, and will not, be stopped.
We're not done learning from her. I've got 3 more lessons to share that demonstrate how to combine the hard skills of building your dream life with the soft skills of maintaining relationships.
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Little Women \\ Adapting Your Way To A Good Life
Little Women is both a quaint period piece of Americana and a story that accurately gets to the heart of why life is so complicated, regardless of what century you live in.
All I know is, I felt the highs and lows as the reader, and that's what great stories do.
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The Golden Goose \\ What Is Kindness Worth?
The protagonist in this story is named "Dummy". Need I say more?
Our first venture into the world of fairytales on the podcast, and of course we had to go with one from "The Brothers Grimm".
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(Don't) Become Paul Atreides \\ Dune Companion Episode
Let's talk about Paul Muad'Dib. He's a complicated guy, isn't he? Equal parts visionary and tortured soul.
Join me for a deeper dive into what it was about Paul that led him to the holy war and how his struggles are not unfamiliar to us in the 21st century.
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Dune (Part 2) \\ The Slow Death Of Virtue
The Sleeper has awakened.
Paul's visions are full of death and war. Can he protect the ones he loves without triggering inter-galactic genocide?
Plus, we learn how we are just as guilty of making the same compromises as Paul...if we're not careful.
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Dune (Part 1) \\ Pain Is A Beginning
Get in, loser. We're going to Arrakis...
Whether you loved the movies and want to dive deeper, or have never ventured into the world of Dune...I've got what you're looking for. There's so much to take away from this book.
Part 2 will be out soon. There was no way I was going to fit this incredible world into a single episode.
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Hercules At The Crossroads \\ The Meaningful Choice
The origin of a good life can sometimes be traced back to a single decision.
This parable is a creation of the great philosopher Socrates and in it we get a beautiful perspective on a life worth living.
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The Grapes of Wrath \\ Dealing In Hope
Spoiler Alert: Grapes do not actually play a major part of this story. It's still worth learning about though.
The Grapes of Wrath is an honest look at a raw time in American History that illustrates how to stand firm in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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Icarus \\ The "Healthy Ego" Zone
You had one job, Icarus...(Too soon?)
Real talk, there is a LOT MORE to this story than "Don't fly too close to the sun".
This is the first "mini" episode of the podcast. These will focus on M.F.F.s: Myths, Fairytales, and Folklore. The stories that have been used to teach lessons throughout history. Hope you're as excited as I am.
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Journey To The Center Of The Earth \\ Giving Up Is For Losers
Imagine your life if Indiana Jones was your uncle. But not young Indy, we're talking Crystal Skull era.
Journey to the Center of the Earth is considered the first true science fiction novel. And it's an inspiring lesson on perseverance and the value of having good people in your life.
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Moby Dick \\ Don't Fight Against Fate
That feeling when you sign up for a 4-year voyage only to discover your boss has unresolved anger issues...
In Moby Dick you will ask "Why is Ahab so hung up on this whale?", only to realize you have your own issues from the past that are still messing with your mind.
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Hamlet \\ Your Indecision Is Killing You
The ghost of your dad tells you if you ever loved him you have to avenge him by killing your uncle. wyd?
Shakespeare's most famous work shows us what happens when you aren't clear on what matters to you (hint, it's not great).
Plus, finally learn the context behind "To be, or not to be."
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Learn life-changing lessons by analyzing the characters of the world's most powerful narratives.
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