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cover the 1932 edition of the Funk and Wagnalls New Standard Dictionary

Episode 025 — Funk & Wagnalls New Standard Dictionary 1932

The 1932 edition of the Funk and Wagnalls New Standard Dictionary is a fine example of form and function coalescing into one marvelous tome. Join us as we examine it while sipping a few fingers of Writer’s Tears Irish Whisky.

Written by:
Bradley Weber
Published on:
December 27, 2023
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featured image for Why Did the Chicken Cross the World by Andrew Lawler

Episode 024 — Why Did the Chicken Cross the World?

It’s Episode 24 and the crew is giving everybody the bird. Chicken — I say, chicken, that is! Today, we look at the history, comedy, tragedy, and commoditization of what has become the world’s most versatile and necessary animal — including its legendary role in Italian winemaking — all while sipping the 2015 Nizzole Chianti Classico. Cin cin e alla tua salute!

Written by:
Bradley Weber
Published on:
December 12, 2023
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Cover image of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

Episode 023 — The Giving Tree

We’re back! Our first show after a year-and-a-half looks at the perennial children’s book classic, The Giving Tree, while diving into the Daou Brothers’ bold California red blend, The Pessimist. Cheers!

Written by:
Bradley Weber
Published on:
November 4, 2023
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cover image for Eggasaurus, a picture book written by Jennifer Wag, illustrated by Hallie Bateman

Episode 022 — Eggasaurus with author Jennifer Wagh

Talking with author Jennifer Wagh about the writing craft, the importance of a good writers’ group, and the publication of her first picture book, Eggasaurus! Jenny’s celebrating with Veuve Clicquot Champagne while I’m polishing of a four-pack of Tooth & Claw lager by Chicago’s own Off Color Brewing. Also, stay tuned in to learn how to enter to win a signed copy of Jenny’s new book! Cheers!

Written by:
Bradley Weber
Published on:
April 25, 2022
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