
Part book club, part English class, Zero to Well-Read is a fun and irreverent guide to the books everyone talks about, from classics you should have read in high school to the modern hits everyone's buzzing about. In each episode, hosts Jeff O'Neal and Rebecca Schinsky tell you everything you need to know about a must-read book, including its plot, what it feels like to read, why it’s important, a... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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Rebecca and Jeff explore the novel that made magical realism a global phenomenon. They talk about what magical realism is (and isn't), the rise and fall of the Buendía family, and the fictional town of Macondo as allegories for real-world history and... more
Jeff and Rebecca gather around the hearth to discuss Louisa May Alcott's beloved novel about girlhood, family, ambition, and what it means to live a good life. They talk about why Alcott was reluctant to write a “girls’ book,” Little Women's unique c... more
Rebecca and Jeff talk through their methods for reading more and getting more out of reading, from defining what “better” looks like for you to making room for reading by letting go of other habits. They dig into when to push through, when to quit a ... more
Rebecca and Jeff reflect on what they've learned during the whirlwind first season of the show, answer listener questions, and discuss ideas for the future.
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Sometimes I day dream about quitting my job and going back to college and being an English major. This podcast scratches this itch in the absolutely best way. Thank you !!!!!
I enjoy the structure of the podcast. I started with the Parable of the Sower episode, a book I have read, and enjoyed the tidbits of new knowledge I learned. Looking forward to trying to read something I haven’t based on a listen. Thanks for your efforts.
Has already inspired me to read a couple couple more classics.
Reminded me why literature feeds the soul. Thank you!
It’s a good concept and they choose good books but talk them to death. Less content would make them more relevant and interesting. It’s tough to determine their goals - build a community, make themselves seem intellectual (they are not), or incentivize me to pick up the book? I wish it were the latter but …
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Listeners are invited on an engaging exploration of literature, ranging from classic novels that are often seen as must-reads to contemporary bestsellers that spark discussion today. Each episode provides a blend of insightful analysis and entertaining banter between the hosts, focusing on significant themes, character insights, and historical context surrounding each book. The informative discussions are likely to help both avid readers and those who feel less familiar with literary classics appreciate the foundational works of literature, while also uncovering valuable takeaways that listeners can share in casual conversation or at social gatherings. This podcast is distinctive for blending academic analysis with a lighthearted approach, ... more
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