The Brothers on Books Podcast

A summary and discussion of the book Hard to be a God by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. In this episode Jack and Alex discuss the book Hard to be a God, discussing multiple moral issues such as when and if you should interfere in other nations problems if you have the ability? If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Mathca! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. A link to Encha can be found below: Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link to the book can be found below: Hard to Be a God (19) (Rediscovered Classics): Strugatsky, Arkady, Strugatsky, Boris, Bormashenko, Olena, Kunzru, Hari: 9781613748282: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book The First Scarlet Door by J.D. Barker, with special guest J.D. Barker. In this episode we discuss about the book, the entire 4MK series, the writing style and philosophy of J.D. Barker. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Mathca! The best Matcha for the best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. A link to J.D. Barker's website can be found below: J.D. BARKER - NY Times Bestselling Author | Master of SuspenseA link to the book can be found below: Amazon.com: The First Scarlet Door (4MK Thrillers): 9798999350947: Barker, J.D.: Books

A summary and discussion of the book: The Healthcare Heist by Jordan Grumet with special guest Jordan Grumet.  In this episode we discuss many of the factors that result in an increase in medical care, such as insurance providers, overregulation, patent protection, and malpractice lawsuits. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers. Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout.  A link to the book can be found below: The Healthcare Heist: How Physicians and Patients Can Unite to Transform Healthcare: Grumet, Jordan: 9781960762535: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book Flatland by Edwin Abbott. In this episode Jack and Alex discuss the mechanics of Flatland, and also what it means to be open minded and how important that is in life. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the Best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link to the book can be found below: Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions by Edwin A. Abbott: Abbott, Edwin A.: 9798630248015: Amazon.com: Books

In this episode we are going over the Uyghur Genocide, with special guest Salih Hudayar, who is the elected Minister for Foreign Affairs of the East Turkistan Government in Exile. In this episode we discuss the history of Uyghur's and the treatment they are receiving both domestically and globally. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the Best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use BOBP at checkout. Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, Japan

The season 15 book Draft. Jack and Alex go over the next series of books. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the coupon code BOBP at checkout. 

A summary and discussion of the book The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt. In this episode we talk about the 10 ideas running throughout history leading to a full filling life. We primarily talk about different types of work and love. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. A link to the book can be found below:  The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom: Haidt, Jonathan: 9780465028023: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book: How Soccer Explains the World by Franklin Foer. In this episode we discuss a couple of chapters in the book particularly "The Jewish Question",  "The Black Carpathians" and "The Sentimental Hooligan".  We also go over our picks for the world cup, going through our group stage picks and our selected bracket picks. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear who we predict to win. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of you heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the coupon code BOBP at checkout. A link to the book can be found below: How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization - With a New Preface Covering the 2026 World Cup: Foer, Franklin: 9780063486768: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book: On Her Own Ground, The Life and Times of Madam C.J. Walker by A'lelia Bundles with special guest The Mamma Bear. In this episode we discuss the rise of Madam C.J. Walker and how she built her hair care company. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The Best Matcha for the Best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. A link to the book can be found below: On Her Own Ground: The Life and Times of Madam C.J. Walker: Bundles, A'Lelia: 9780743431729: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book: Bianca's Cure by Gigi Beradi, with special guest Gigi Beradi. In this episode we discuss about the real life Bianca and Francesco from the story, the hunt for a cure to malaria  and much more. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The Best Matcha for the Best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use code BOBP at checkout. A link to Encha Matcha can be found below: Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link Gigi's website can be found below: Gigi - Gigi Berardi

A summary and discussion of the book Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Making of an Icon by Doug Woodham with special guest Doug Woodham. In this episode we discuss the background of Basquiat how he rose to prominence, the relationships he cultivated, and what happened to his legacy after his death. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the Best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link to the book can be found below: Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Making of an Icon: Woodham, Doug: 9780500030691: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book The World Played Chess by Robert Dugoni with special guest Godmother Sharon. In this episode we go over the Vietnam war, what it means to grow up, and dealing with PTSD. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout! A link to the book can be found below: The World Played Chess: A Novel: Dugoni, Robert: 9781542029391: Amazon.com: BooksIn the episode the claim the military is made up proportionality of the economic strata of the country was made. The correct fact is that the middle class is over represented and the lower/upper are underrepresented. 

A summary and discussion of the book Vitalerium Descent into the Void with author Nicholas Keating Casbarro! If its a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers, and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the coupon code BOBP at checkout. A link to Encha can be found below: Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link to the book can be found below: Vitalerium Universe - A Sci-Fi Saga by Nicholas Casbarro

On this episode we have a summary and discussion of the book Strong Ground by Brene Brown, with special guest Rayna Allweil. In this episode we discuss what is "Strong Ground", paradoxical thinking, vulnerability, courage and the difference between stress and being overwhelmed. If it is a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best matcha for the best brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the coupon code BOBP at checkout. A link to Encha is below: Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link to the book can be found below: Strong Ground: The Lessons of Daring Leadership, the Tenacity of Paradox, and the Wisdom of the Human Spirit: Brown, Brené: 9798217170760: Amazon.com: Books

In this episode Jack and Alex go over the Season 14 books: 3/15/2026 | Strong Ground | Brene Brown3/29/2026 | Vitalerium | Nicholas Keating Casbarro4/12/2026 | The World Played Chess | Robert Dugoni4/26/2026 | Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Making of an Icon | Doug Woodham5/10/2026 | Bianca's Cure | Gigi Berardi5/24/2026 | On Her Ground | Alelia Bundles6/7/2026 | How Soccer Explains the World| Franklin Foer6/21/2026 | The Happiness Hypothesis | Jonathan HaidtIf its a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the Code BOBP at checkout. A link to Encha is below: Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, Japan

A summary and discussion of the book The Shortest History of China by Linda Jaivin. In this episode we discuss the history of China going back thousands of years. Going through the different dynasties and focusing on the Qin Dynasty that standardized the metrics of China, the Mongols, and the Japanese invasion during WWII. If its a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the code BOBP at checkout. A link to Encha's website is below: Encha Matcha, Organic Green Tea Matcha from Uji, JapanA link to the book can be found below: The Shortest History of China (The Shortest History Series): Jaivin, Linda: 9781615198207: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book Retail Gangster by Gary Weiss. In this episode we discuss the family history of the Antar family, the different types of fraud that Crazy Eddie was involved in.A link to the book can be found below: Retail Gangster: The Insane, Real-Life Story of Crazy Eddie: Weiss, Gary: 9780306924576: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book: The Shortest History of Israel and Palestine by Michael Scott-Baumann, with special guest godmother Sharon. In this episode we go over the zionist movement starting in the 1880's, the migration of Jews into the area, the creation of the state of Israel and the subsequent conflicts that have taken place. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code below: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: The Shortest History of Israel and Palestine: From Zionism to Intifadas and the Struggle for Peace (The Shortest History Series): Scott-Baumann, Michael: 9781615199501: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book Sweet and Low: A Family Story by Rich Cohen. In this episode Jack and Alex go over the history of the Eisenstadt family, the patriarch Ben his son Marvin, and how Sweet and Low was developed out of the packaging company Cumberland. We also discuss the changes in sugar substitutes that have been used over the years and how the government has shaped what is used through policy. Finally, we go over the disinheritance of the Cohen family from the Eisenstadts. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below. https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkoutRNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: Sweet and Low: A Family Story: Cohen, Rich: 9780374272296: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book The Shortest History of Europe by John Hirst. In this episode Jack and Alex discuss the main ideas that have shaped Europe. Primarily the thinking of the Greeks and Romans, the morality of Christianity, and the German Barbarians. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers. Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: Shortest History of Europe: John Hirst: 9781910400807: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book The Fish that Ate the Whale by Rich Cohen. In this episode Jack and Alex discuss the life of Samuel Zemurray. The Jewish Russian Immigrant who started Cuyamel fruit company and eventually went on to run United Fruit which eventually became Chiquita. Zemurray was involved in the Coup of the Honduran government in 1910 and Guatemala in the 1950's and helped fund the birth of Israel.If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below. https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkoutRNSN6VAYNKThe Fish That Ate the Whale: The Life and Times of America's Banana King: Cohen, Rich: 9781250033314: Amazon.com: Books

Jack and Alex have the season 13 Book Draft. In this draft they choose: The Fish that Ate the WhaleThe Shortest History of EuropeSweet n LowThe Shortest History of Israel and PalestineRetail GangsterIf it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart. We at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNK

A summary and discussion of the book: The Champions Mind by Jim Afremow. In this episode Jack and Alex go over the 10 types of mental skills that are necessary for being a champion. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilhttps://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: The Champion's Mind: How Great Athletes Think, Train, and Thrive: Afremow, Jim, Craig, Jim: 9781623365622: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book How to Feed the World by Vaclav Smil. In this episode Jack and Alex go over the math laid out in the book about feeding the world, the history of agriculture, why we eat what we do, and the requirements for a healthy diet. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: How to Feed the World: The History and Future of Food: Smil, Vaclav: 9780593834510: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book The Puppet Masters Playbook by Jonathan Graves. In this episode we talk about the psychological techniques to make people do what you want, and what to be aware of how others try to manipulate you. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: Dark Psychology and Covert Manipulation: The Puppet Masters Playbook – Mind Control, Persuasion, and Psychological Warfare Tactics (The Dark Arts of Human Psychology): Graves, Jonathan: 9798310790124: Amazon.com: Books

A summary and discussion of the book Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson. In this episode Jack and Alex discuss the impact on the cost of living on society as well as the concept of invention and decisions that impact it. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers, and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the following link: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: Amazon.com: Abundance (Audible Audio Edition): Ezra Klein, Derek Thompson, Ezra Klein, Derek Thompson, Simon & Schuster Audio: Books

A summary and discussion of the book Retire Often, by Jillian Johnsrud, with special guest Jillian Johnsrud. On a dark and stormy night if you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout. RNSN6VAYNKJillian can be reached at all of the following links: Website: https://retireoften.com/Book Purchasing Link: https://lnk.to/retireoftenFree Opt-In Worksheets:Planning: https://retireoften.com/mini/Negotiating: https://retireoften.com/onemonth/Jillian's Socials can be found below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianjohnsrud/Twitter: https://twitter.com/JillianJohnsrud/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-johnsrud/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JillianJohnsrud

A summary and discussion of the book The Long Walk by Richard Bachman (Stephen King), with special guest godmother Sharon. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book is below: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Walk-Stephen-King/dp/150114426X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3LUSYTGZWB58W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mdMsUNtE7C35284sx6TwTfPqEQf7_wEOQhSrzlxKvupvrRSjhqO4YfrFsOJJGF4KSwizDndk-MDuvc_H3UCCxZyQU5M5xDyJ-8GiMwPGfvtsvfiTlXoSXckvQ8sXR7n8PSVGXu3PMclEj9UeH7p3xq8I5k36T0tYJRLrrHctw5ZgLF2KM0qCgVwDUc-Qwl2HPvY5-zFF5eeyoEhoc2dDxIJb8KhW4xkjnlo0Em0MP_A.M3XJtiyyoM3SsmNgp2wbmDsMnt6YnLQhVSfJSeUDhIs&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+long+walk&qid=1756752102&sprefix=the+long+walk%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book Courage to Connect by Mark Ostach. In this episode Jack and Alex go over some of the personal stories related by Mark in the book as well as techniques for taking time away from your devices. On a dark and stormy night if you need a drink to warm the depths of your Heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Connect-Stories-meaningful-connections/dp/1735348104

A summary and discussion of the book The Pickleball Mindset by Dayne Gingrich and Jill Martin. In this episode we go over concepts such as stop chasing winning, learning to accept what you can control, visualization methods, and choosing confidence. If on a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Mathca! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Pickleball-Mindset-Blueprint-Peak-Performance/dp/B0CZML929B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OUD0E3MCVA2Z&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WfdE7WzNDjjPY8ZgBiAZItcLL-EdQ7KDsMTtiWM81mmOo8xtWLkg9TrSoiydhydtbjsoH9uppt_NPP8oJjGblJi2E1pVuFEFcGUAW6l7A-aQSAwZxrMQxeNJU54UxpebG0LtJ0r8SGGJD11Vd2btgdP_K6604aPARIkepzkGmKbJ7p5nZEtElqrQwJzixeP9kOcxS5zhI0nnpUE7moU7qDaIit0LdXHLcwo0ErM8WaQ.SakkW1bsogKaJ7XbwkXlnn0JT2prA8uu58TCZB2Utsw&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+pickleball+mindset&qid=1754313150&sprefix=the+pickleball+mindset%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the second half of the  Book On The Edge by Nate Silver. In this episode we discuss risk, the concept of expected outcome, SBF and FTX, as well as issues associated with nukes. If on a dark and stormy night you want a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the brothers on books we go with Encha Mathca! The best matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners are able to get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout. RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593491645/?bestFormat=true&k=on%20the%20edge%20nate%20silver&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_11&crid=VHKDL2ODBMOQ&sprefix=on%20the%20edge

A summary and discussion of the Book On The Edge by Nate Silver. In this episode we discuss the first half of the book detailing gambling,  poker, black jack, and slot machines. If on a dark and stormy night you want a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the brothers on books we go with Encha Mathca! The best matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners are able to get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout. RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593491645/?bestFormat=true&k=on%20the%20edge%20nate%20silver&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_11&crid=VHKDL2ODBMOQ&sprefix=on%20the%20edge

Jack and Alex have the Season 12 Book Draft. The schedule for the next 6 months is as followsOn the Edge pt 1On the Edge pt 2Pickleball MindsetCourage to Connect with Mark OstachThe long Walk with Godmother SharonRetire Often with Jillian JohnsrudAbundanceThe puppet Masters PlaybookHow to Feed the WorldThe Champions Mind

A summary and discussion of the book The War of Art by Steven Pressfield. In this episode we go over  the concept of resistance, how it can disguise itself, and how you can move past resistance to achieve your dreams. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31PGT8597NDP8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.N8JZ5zTxFl0L7NMXCVehUdW9qwoEklL5cNPqSFrfTYkUq05uhcRr6eEa82q-U9mivI5d4PBtsWKwgX4UbKdJdlYCPP_bKx_E2OAYYJjBCCktzWZWGlZAacQhRYBYrDSrKnwaM9XmwxUvH-b2co5EnS7eHUmFMEnYZOK4lNbx6Wqc2KmYaG28WDZZLRAiyCeGl8qbn_aiHvpTgufssYoqlXkqxLmZw8Q2f4O_GweIb-E.sPg7-Ho_ETNfWxL1hV0bmUUhN9K1abOuv16ayQI1QG4&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+war+of+art&qid=1749476611&sprefix=the+war+of+art%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book The Forever War by Joe Haldeman, with special guest Godmother Sharon. In this episode we go over the concept of war and what is its point, the Vietnam war and how it relates to this book. If it's a dark and stormy night and you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Forever-War-Joe-Haldeman/dp/0312536631/ref=sr_1_1?crid=4P42CKKXVAAK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gZacG-Qng1P_yIAdfVoH65G0lwZPHKAB9HGnE3q-nGa5Xos2_u7XNTw_HZYhHV01EwEYgdg0esANA27u-7XRKgsGVTQdJWvOzJEvpIUALDm0NRSd5e3gOxiMRvqgqrV7ocvifn-nWsHUmVAcYgiE0Jg3lge6jgTFtdxG4wBgi6fhNK72z48ToMVSvm4CKK42AeNMQpIVz5n03noNld0TQrq8ouZVlOXmXPVXAE9F3So.hSQhmooE31eUt7sCKyVH4RVr7r6XnJTTSWyAqscqouc&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+forever+war+book+by+joe+haldeman&qid=1748281313&sprefix=the+forever+war+book+by+joe+haldeman%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. In this episode Jack and Alex go over what is creativity? Writing  your morning pages, taking your artistic self on a date, Shadow artists, spirituality and creativity and how they are related and finally perfectionism and being overly competitive.If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the coupon code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252/ref=sr_1_1?crid=13I50SO5H33ZJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.j2bNWhJKONpFlTX6-ONeNXMvz_M8SdRQ-gEzLZk27SCzw12uLInHhi-Hc6DEJuUHBVXbQuQsSxHBhowYXR4wlDnkIc0h0P78NmPuhcwf-ox-jyxQj8X1D7484D4XxMBTDDT4vSOKg_vNzC27XnR6qoWbdpKYcVKOIzHzJbPTd5rdrUwkKu0FK4LXVExOxSFmXLRypwsu7PoujCMVGTi-nX1-l1wIiDRDfo_aC8SQyBw.-c3vCLVyw5SSA3qmOd-b_DT5orWemDqq8m710D4QgHc&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+artists+way&qid=1747776818&sprefix=the+artists+wa%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book Time Out of Joint by Philip K. Dick. In this episode we take about the utility of work, healthy skepticism and paranoia, what is real, and finish up with a discussion on isolationism vs globalism. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the brothers on books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkoutRNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Time-Out-Joint-Philip-Dick/dp/0547572581/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2H4Z1Z4B9YCVI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.--la7smBGnmJB3H7ES8J_KBz8ijwvYKLHg14F18Ph700XpgZHDCdoBjJbBT87haChiMVRa3yAKLvLkBxDxW9njjA7FKG7j8EzmULNrR1DwteQ43AS1F8OwN6szCHlbvpZyg0MhKgHIZetYTg9JE687AtsNtXuc-OTpsUMyEHyskX_Q-w_k-GMT2Ors5HKMWHeNd-IFLctGWfkwR2BDhQpxDBJrqYiocvUzgRehjuiYc.BSdxQRGzYaA1AbTbh-NtWdG7Witbj-1ge-Obu0C-mlU&dib_tag=se&keywords=time+out+of+joint&qid=1745768454&sprefix=time+out+of+joint%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon. In this episode Jack and Alex go over the concept of originality, and where do ideas come from? Taking action towards your goals. Creating what you like instead of what you think others want, working with your hands, and being nice. Remember if on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below:  https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweil Or the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book is below:https://www.amazon.com/Steal-Like-Artist-Things-Creative/dp/0761169253/ref=sr_1_1?crid=Z2TJE9LJKZMA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SLc86fb4u1Cds1I_snbz9XNidPvsREhh9Y5YOGm0JnvPRCa4msDh7jbEu2tcurD073-tNFwO9WszmwsLsXmWeYiBbBmuohQrMLY9NxOxC5Y1hoWD5oAgZz0-DhSsEa0yt72AJsb3flLsm3zwD-Ml0pKNcSHsHwD6VBkQGsnTch9c3D9l3eozHmVA-RNk5n8X7DS8MmeWQAHo965Z7-TVLOkpp7r_t5ZwrMGXnnqOpC4.kfskruCog_qIVcYwQZze3eorxk_3AVnabpgOP5om_pk&dib_tag=se&keywords=steal+like+an+artist&qid=1744637579&sprefix=steal+like+an+artist%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book Jeep Show by Robert B. O'Connor with special guest Robert B. O'Connor. In this episode we go over Robert's method for writing and researching his books. The importance of having a shared purpose in  a polarizing world. The importance of morale as well as some general history of world war II, and the strategic implications of the battle of the bulge. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The Best Matcha for the Best Brothers. Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://jeepshowbook.com/

A summary and discussion of the book Fury by Henry Kuttner. In this episode Jack and Alex go over what it would be like to be immortal, pioneering, and what happens when what we think is true is not. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The Best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book is provided below: https://www.amazon.com/Fury-Golden-Age-Masterworks/dp/1473222559/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31SKT1ZAAXDHY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5S3LV2f3YzCQi7A9jfjEzw5tQBTbwS9Hon21QeKi_t7qK8RX8_apnzyRW2he9cK2r9uesLNKMUG3qP_a3r8KCwexZNfuNT8Vos9p1WE-keI4zLYe0C3WNht8pcf2R0M6unfRzaBB7sbJUDh-0_XNkaRykMx8cL3MN_N-qhhmtdYk8dLINqgUZ_Qo90sINDduiSN4ewRyi2iXkK2qqqgd5mqWxRF7Ry6d7zgET2YxMMw.jiPWwVnHnEB5sxCW6RdaoJLSAjJqtvNPfCfiuG4ft00&dib_tag=se&keywords=henry+kuttner+fury&qid=1742217560&sprefix=fury+henr%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1

Jack and Alex have the season 11 Book draft. Jack picked books in the Sci Fi genre and Alex picked books related to increasing creativity. The books are as follows: Fury, Henry KutnerJeep Show, Robert B. O'ConnorSteal Like an Artist, Austin KleonTime Out of Joint, Philip K. DickThe Artist's Way, Julia Cameron The Forever War, Joe HaldermanThe War of Art, Steven Pressfield Remember if it's a dark and stormy night, and you want a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNK

A summary and discussion of the book The Wisdom of Insecurity by Alan Watts. In this episode we discuss consumerism, the leaving of religion, and how to find meaning in life. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Insecurity-Message-Age-Anxiety/dp/0307741206 

A summary and discussion of the book Who Rules the World by Noam Chomsky, with special guest godmother Sharon. In this episode we talk about the moral implications of United States and Israel involvement in foreign affairs. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following coupon code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Rules-World-American-Empire-Project/dp/1250131081/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1I715WNDDRUB4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.59lPwxHsbqsqwH1j-WZ5PktYl8NK4LxKVJYgK87pBBj_9Ud6mEnNHSX4dXur3AuqPrX6z320TVmR2cuAmoGtVlsMKymyb8iSFR9uhItDAgy0c7R3E5Qcgg1SJ_UlyGbJX0PP-jmzRXEAGDoWOmuQoqlnH4PXbPPvvuaw3rfw_kUufk4V71u62C09Q_TnqUpkn51iXp0nLM0Hatpk4ye-IA_cW7XbR4gGVrQDB3Lvk8k.GrOt97EOqXJGQ8fd1fRm9ynjAxO32wKUc9Pg27WOxEQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=who+rules+the+world+noam+chomsky&qid=1738540717&sprefix=who+rules+%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book the Problems of Philosophy by Bertrand Russell. In this episode Jack and Alex discuss what is truth? How do you ascertain what is real, and subjectivity vs objectivity. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The Best Matcha for the Best Brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link provided below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Problems-Philosophy-Bertrand-Russell/dp/161427486X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1WJMM13ZJU4AF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.C8XVxmRC_U4ax26U7PcrHS7Ya9q2u5bnnkEOMuMCrfILMyvKXuEdw0LsUse9tEsg3kr1KR7r6tcTTozKG71edeWktwSnSYtie0MlH442Ei3gnfgHKuFmGfiOb1y1_RqJdFJ4SUuCjKVxMp0g3FTvFdGXOVD-VuW6guMoWx-Q7-KfQYHFVas9JFFWNvktyOkQFcJ4UjfEaPn25pCMt-faJ-VlSNNo4620Xmu4fH3ro4I.te59nyQ5knOq57lYyMnUg_PGuG2rz8AwJI6wDmlwHZU&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+problems+of+philosophy+by+bertrand+russell&qid=1737384918&sprefix=the+problems+of+phi%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book: The Purpose Code by Dr. Jordan Grumet, with special guest Dr. Grumet. In this episode we talk about Jordan's philosophy for unlocking purpose in life. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books, go with Encha Matcha! The Best Matcha for the best Brothers, and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNK

A summary and discussion of the book From Hamas to America by Mosab Hassan Yousef. In this episode we discuss Mosab's journey from being a Hamas terrorist, to a double agent, to being stateless living in America, to finally achieving statehood. If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the brothers on books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr just use this coupon code:RNSN6VAYNKhttps://www.amazon.com/Hamas-America-Unimaginable-Redemption-Opportunity/dp/1637633181/ref=sr_1_1?crid=21G8DCDYFILEL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IKxgu1yIzupPL81EgZO6NTZ_w_mZJe70047j13XxmvUMdG83ojbro_XShPmBdaSGpM20jOCakDh2d6c_m97b-TxOOsexSGlehDYdUicVtPqwJgJwC_vZ-aPxjO4GxrKnRe-h4-_nwB7ylrUecX2DkfLM9PHY5lLFtB53RHH4Mx4.D6-XdtfsCmO-5aS_nfiAyYKg39h8XvE6WjNhEBlvCn0&dib_tag=se&keywords=from+hamas+to+america&qid=1734894723&sprefix=from+hamas+to+ameri%2Caps%2C275&sr=8-1

This is a special episode, where we come back to the book: Follow the Science by Sharyl Attkisson with special guest Sharyl Attkisson . We dive deeper into the topics we brought up in the original episode 114, such as how she got into pharma reporting, the handling of COVID, the relationship between government and pharma, and what is truth? If on a dark and stormy night you want a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the brothers on books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr this coupon code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Follow-Science-Sharyl-Attkisson/dp/0063314916/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CWKMNHMD6HM8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4d_hY7rhVLf9M5YoW4yfLI8h6uESoCQ-JgQjkz5NIQ8Y_PbhEHyJcEFe9v8CO7_opk0Ple29URaVDZRaqR0FtaIJtXDU_s72IEoqw7trcmZ5MFtsQ5b5Wbf5CqeGd8dXmGkTraEHrmraKROJrMGUitz2xyqK30ouiDlxY6PrjUe1P5vezW-GgrgyBQuNPYm5thdFMSAx1vCAiD2k2kYFOpwdo-CMReMSp1zFW--nhkw.0I1SwHa3voy-ZnxKQ4rKvNNwEZKEk8ntOB3Zao4evfI&dib_tag=se&keywords=follow+the+science+sharyl+attkisson&qid=1734555525&sprefix=follow+the+science%2Caps%2C250&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche. In this episode we discuss the prejudice of philosophers, the concept of will to power, and free spirits. If on a dark and stormy night, you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the brothers on books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link provided: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following coupon code: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Good-Evil-Penguin-Classics/dp/014044923X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17SFZZ9VLQOJU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8HjpsYhYhv8o_1vGE6m8kZKYE-_m1VHytT_GpGfq2Zzc_X3pQCOuuNc4UORo2M27EQ5bWZeKiY9Pd4UwPfKBk68WsGXdbGDB1Gex9LNWKK_A72VWJUkQ6VKaq2vZAHecJ5XLXNyG_O4sXmhaQKoxczPLHy7nPW_m20_UbGt0vwBviCgo23rJhihWBEQ0JttzGKm-h5Vftxz1L4_H2VmpIHLLg4F-0JzkLBQx7Lx2WI8.7XG1AYG7gC7z4jQm2wTGs82gF5WFNFKfBxpq_exOsB0&dib_tag=se&keywords=beyond+good+and+evil&qid=1733702307&sprefix=beyond+good+and+evil%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book Follow the Science by Sharyl Attkisson. In this episode we talked about how Sharryl went down the rabbit hole to investigate pharma, the handling of COVID, following the money in Pharma, and how we can operate in a science world dominated by AI. If on a dark and stormy night, you want a drink to warm the depths of your heart, we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers! Now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below:  https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout: RNSN6VAYNKA link to the book can be found below: https://www.amazon.com/Follow-Science-Sharyl-Attkisson/dp/0063314916/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QROBR2RORSDB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.JvkzR33QR42XhXnaCN6lbMBwzWYH3poO1HygyzP-gGwjazz-tFo4UodN57x5dRlBqlfZfwMneqFOuC63xdTR4DzRmL8GwRmf3QwYitOr68YcKflqj17NdGVkabYhiZ-7vyAPKaYOcj-0vnYaC7GjvTd3tCCOuFKtCG_EvmjoQJ3CxE5OAL0oyFo0BmsyNtct.-kanKDPCg11IReyJfX50E077RSzycjAUW31HVdbzd8U&dib_tag=se&keywords=follow+the+science+sharyl+attkisson&qid=1732491008&sprefix=follow+the+sc%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-1

A summary and discussion of the book The Vale of Mysteries by Jared Michaud. We previously had Jared on to discuss his first book Brightstar on  Episode 97 In this episode we talk about the Brightstar universe, Jared's vision for the future of the series, his creative process, and philosophies on life. A link to his website can be found below, where you can have access to all of his books and stay up to date on his publishing schedule. https://www.e6universe.com/If on a dark and stormy night you need a drink to warm the depths of your heart we at the Brothers on Books go with Encha Matcha! The best Matcha for the best brothers and now our listeners will get 10% off when they use the link below: https://encha.com?sca_ref=3031654.rnSN6vaYNK&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=affiliate-jacob-allweilOr the following code at checkout:RNSN6VAYNK