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The Reed Review

by Paul Reed

In 10 minutes or less, Paul Reed shares stories of the off-shoots, oddities, and connections that come along with the joy of reading. Join Paul on a journey of discovery, learning, and nostalgia as he brings the literary world to life. It’s sure to resonate with folks who are looking for a book recommendation and a quick shot of inspiration.

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Episodes

  1. Shawshank, Walter Mitty, and the Grinch

    Paul dives into the phenomenal achievement of taking a short story or novella and adapting / expanding it to become a full-length movie. He discusses Stephen King's "Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption," (124 pgs) James Thurber's "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," (5 pgs) and Dr. Seuss' "How…

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  2. An Ode to Maps and Atlases

    Enjoy Paul's stories of his childhood love of maps that grew into a university degree, a job with Dr. Anne Godlewska, and a lifelong interest in the merging of art, science, math, history, and exploration inherent to cartography. Feedback, suggestions, and recommendations can be emailed directly…

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  3. Jingle, Mic, Fact Checks, and Picton.

    In this episode, Paul tackles a diverse collection of topics while celebrating the addition of intro / outro music composed by his brother, Dave. As the podcast gains some momentum, Paul keeps things real by noting some errors in prior episodes while also inviting listeners to contribute idea and...

  4. The Bhagavad Gita

    In this episode of The Reed Review, Paul chronicles the impact that the Bhagavad Gita has had on him throughout the past 25 years. Through relatable stories and an authentic stance on learning and discovery, Paul frames the book as a source of comfort and direction during life's highs and lows...

  5. Book Buying

    Paul shares some anecdotes and incidents while discussing the joyful adventure of book buying by highlighting a collection of local book shops across central Ontario. Berry & Peterson Booksellers, Beggars Banquet Books, The Great Escape Book Store, and Willowbooks are all featured in the episode....

  6. Books to Documentaries & Movies and Back Again

    Tune in to learn about Tommy Caldwell's "The Push" and his related documentary "The Dawn Wall." A commentary on Nims Purja's "Project Possible" is also offered in Paul's discussion on macro-goals, perseverence, and resilience. Feedback, suggestions, and recommendations can be emailed directly to...

  7. Andy Weir

    Paul shares his email exchange with Andy Weir, an emotional connection with a fictional character, and the connection between the written and cinematic versions of The Martian, Project Hail Mary, and Artemis. Feedback, suggestions, and recommendations can be emailed directly to Paul at:...

  8. 52 Books in 52 Weeks

    An introduction to The Reed Review podcast, the host, and the inspiration behind the goal and subsequent podcast. Paul offers some highlights from the journey so far and lays the foundation for the episodes to come. The first Reed Review of the series is, ironically, Kristy Greenwood's "The Love…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In 10 minutes or less, Paul Reed shares stories of the off-shoots, oddities, and connections that come along with the joy of reading. Join Paul on a journey of discovery, learning, and nostalgia as he brings the literary world to life. It’s sure to resonate with folks who are looking for a book recommendation and a quick shot of inspiration.

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Paul Reed

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In 10 minutes or less, Paul Reed shares stories of the off-shoots, oddities, and connections that come along with the joy of reading. Join Paul on a journey of discovery, learning, and nostalgia as he brings the literary world to life. It’s sure to resonate with folks who are looking for a book...

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The Reed Review is created and hosted by Paul Reed.
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