This Book That Book

A narrative interview podcast about formative books we read as kids. The stories we read then haven't changed much, but we sure have! Join our conversation with one person and one book. We hear what made the story so special in childhood and reflect on what's changed in adulthood.

This Book That Book is a arts podcast hosted by Katherine Kwong, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Katherine Kwong hosts This Book That Book, a arts show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #13

  Ep. 12 Dave Chaniott revisits Jurassic Park

  Sep 6, 202535 minS0

  <p>Dinosars were Dave's first love. We can all remember having that first loving-fixation on something: trains, horses, dinosarus, collectible figurines. SPOILERS AHEAD Dave and I discuss the differences between the book and the movie as well key parts of the story that made an impact on him.We recorded in-person for this conversation so enjoy the laughs, shouts of exclamation and audio imperfections that come with a live recording. <br /> <br /> Crichton, Michael. "Jurassic Park". Copyright 1990. Published by Ballentine Books.</p> You may enjoy this 99% Invisible Podcast episode on depictions of dinosaurs over the years. 2016 news article proving dinosars ha...

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  Episode #11

  Ep. 11 Bryant revisits Calvin and Hobbes

  May 3, 202445 minS0

  <p>The Days are Just Packed by Bill Watterson, came out in 1993. For Bryant, he was collecting as many of these volumes containg the adventures of Calvin and Hobbes as he could. Visual mediums powerfully share big, sometimes uncomfortable, and often whimsical truths. Bryant was drawn to the iconic art and the way Hobbes, Calvin's stuffed tiger, takes on a personality of his own when only Calvin is around. In their adventures, Bryant found wonder and new frontiers through reading.<br /> <br /> Watterson's two protagonists have a lot to share with us: anoying teachers, big questions in all life stages...

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  Episode #10

  Rachel Winslow revisits Anne of the Island

  Jan 18, 202437 minS0

  <p>Anne of Green Gables is headed off to higher education in the third book of the series Anne of the Island. Dr. Rachel Rains Winslow quickly identified with articulate ardent Anne, as well as L.M. Montgomery's powerful prose. In this conversation, Rachel and I talk about Anne's community, her famous, but cleverly written relationship with Gilbert Blythe, and how this third book inspired her own views on education, community, and maturation.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Enjoyed the episode? Please leave a rating or review!</p> <p>Follow the show @thisbookthatbookpodcast on instagram</p>

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  Episode #2

  Liliana Maria Percy Ruiz revisits Matilda

  Jan 24, 202345 minS2

  <p>Ever since meeting Matilda at school through her own "Miss Honey", Liliana Maria Percy Ruiz has kept in constant kinship with Matilda Wormwood, the little, but strong heroine created by Roald Dahl. Join us for a rich conversation in the pages of Matilda discussing themes of chosen family, the value of slowing down, and how books like Matilda are safe homecomings; able to meet us and receive us wherever we are in childhood or present adulthood.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Follow the show @thisbookthatbookpodcast</p>

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  Autumn Krause revisits Jane Eyre

  Dec 6, 202137 minS2

  <p>Ever since it was read aloud to her, Autumn Krause has loved Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. It's a sweeping, sensory tale of a young woman finding home and herself. Join in as Autumn and I discuss the richness of the story, the courage it gives her as a writer, and what pursuing your dreams can look like!</p> <p>Follow Autumn on instagram @autmnsarahstory</p> <p>Find out more and purchase A Dress for the Wicked, Autumn's YA novel here!</p> <p>Follow the show @thisbookthatbookpodcast</p>

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