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Big Book Energy

Jennifer Fainwww.buzzsprout.com
Hi 👋 My name is Jennifer and I love books! I love them so much I became a librarian, I write stories in my free time, and I have a podcast where I talk all things bookish: Big Book Energy. These conversations will address how books were, are, and will continue to be relevant to our every day lives. Keep reading ❤️
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Episodes

You Had Me at Archives: The Bloodprint by Ausma Zehanat Khan

For today's episode, Paige has chosen The Bloodprint by Ausma Zehanat Khan, a fantasy novel based in Middle Eastern culture. Tune in as Paige explains why she chose this book, even though it has a lower Goodreads rating than you might expect from a book we love. Folio Facts: Carnegie Library Book Heist BBE Bookstore: The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking Creative's Corner: Biographics, YouTube Support the show...

Sep 29, 20201 hr 53 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Bonus Episode S2E3 - Hidden Figures

We continue our Movie Magic theme with a popular movie choice: Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. There were some unexpected differences between the book and movie which left both of us with feelings. You can support BBE at patreon.com/bigbookenergy or through our bookstore at bookshop.org/shop/BigBookEnergy Support the show

Sep 25, 202027 min

BBE Gets Academic: Holy Feast and Holy Fast by Caroline Walker Bynum

BBE gets Academic for this episode. Check out a favorite from Jennifer's graduate school days: Holy Feast and Holy Fast by Caroline Walker Bynum. Tune in for a discussion about Medieval Saints, food, and history. Folio Facts: Voynich Manuscript BBE Bookstore: A Dead Djinn in Cairo by P. Djeli Clark Creative's Corner: Lindsay Ellis, YouTube Support the show

Sep 15, 20201 hr 35 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Science Fiction as a Thought Experiment: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin

For this episode, Paige has selected a book that made her stop and think: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin. Tune in to hear about a society with no gender by one of Science Fiction's great authors. Folio Facts: World's Oldest Bookstore BBE Bookstore: Me and White Supremacy by Layla Saad Creative's Corner: Netflix's Wellness You can support BBE at patreon.com/bigbookenergy or through our bookstore at bookshop.org/shop/BigBookEnergy Support the show...

Sep 01, 20201 hr 30 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Bonus Episode S2E2 - Love in the Time of Cholera

Continuing our Movie Magic theme for this season's bonus episodes, we took a dive into a modern classic: Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Let's just say that we were both less than impressed. Paige Presents Fun with Comics: Wytches by Scott Snyder and Jock You can support BBE at patreon.com/bigbookenergy or through our bookstore at bookshop.org/shop/BigBookEnergy Support the show...

Aug 29, 202028 min

Clever Girl: The Devastating Hubris in Jurassic Park

Jennifer takes us through a nostalgic read for her this episode: Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton. For the discussion, Jennifer gets into the hubris of scientists and some insight by one of the most annoying characters. Folio Facts: Destroyed Library of Baghdad BBE Bookstore: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir Creatives Corner: Samosas and Sirens You can support BBE at patreon.com/bigbookenergy or through our bookstore at bookshop.org/shop/BigBookEnergy Support the show...

Aug 18, 20201 hr 36 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Paige's Favorite Book: Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy

For this episode's book, Paige brought in her favorite book of all time: Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy. Tune in to hear about Paige's thoughts and Jennifer & Paige's disagreement about the movie adaption. Folio Facts: Book Smell BBE Bookstore: Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari Creative's Corner: Overly Sarcastic Prodcutions Support the show

Aug 04, 20201 hr 25 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Bonus Episode S2E1 - The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

This season, at your request, we are doing Movie Magic as our theme for the bonus episodes. We are also introducing a new segment, Paige Presents Fund with Comics. Tune in to hear us compare books and movies and also for Paige to finally get a chance to talk about comic books. For our first episode, we are reviewing the book and movie The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and discussing the ethics surrounding her unique situation. Support the show...

Aug 01, 202026 min

The Greatest Story of Revenge: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas

For our second episode, Jennifer has chosen perhaps the greatest revenge story in book history: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. Tune in for a summary of this awesome book and a discussion on things like vigilante justice. Folio Facts: Medieval Comic Books BBE Bookstore: All Systems Red by Martha Wells Creative's Corner: Artisan Geek You can support BBE at patreon.com/bigbookenergy or through our bookstore at bookshop.org/shop/BigBookEnergy Support the show...

Jul 20, 20202 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 2

The Gold Star of Writing: The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin

For the first episode of Season 2, Paige comes out swinging with what she considers to be the gold star of fantasy writing: The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin. Tune in to learn more about the first book in Jeminin's Broken Earth trilogy and a discussion on world building and aesthetics in books. Folio Facts: the most expensive book ever sold BBE Bookstore: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Creative's Corner: Our Fake History You can support BBE at patreon.com/bigbookenergy or through our bookstore at...

Jul 06, 20202 hrSeason 2Ep. 1

Season 2 Trailer

Big Book Energy is back from our break with a new theme, new segments, and an awesome new song! You can learn more about what to expect from us this season here! First full episode of season 2 drops on July 6th. Support the show

Jul 06, 20202 min

The Book of Destiny

For our last episode of season 1, we have a final Thrift Store Find: The Book of Destiny by Carlos Barrios. Support the show

Jun 02, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Bonus Episode 5 - The Silmarillion

This is the last bonus episode of season 1! We finish up our reading of Tolkien's work with the Silmarillion. This is a teaser of a much longer episode that is only available to our Book Ninja tear Patreon supporters. If you'd like to get access to the full episode and support the podcast head on over to patreon.com/bigbookenergy. Support the show

Jun 01, 202017 min

Jane Eyre

For the last episode of Books We Hate, Paige review's Jennifer's choice: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. Support the show

May 19, 20201 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Foundation

For this episode, Jennifer reviews a Thrift Store Pick: Foundation by Isaac Asimov. Support the show

May 12, 20201 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 17

The Emperor's Blades

This week Jennifer review's Paige's Book We Hate Pick: The Emperor's Blades by Brian Staveley. Support the show

May 05, 20201 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Bonus Episode 4 - The Return of the King

This episode is a short teaser of our full bonus episode on Tolkien's The Return of the King. The full episode is only available to our Book Ninja tier of Patreon supporters. If you'd like to get access to the full episode and support the podcast head on over to patreon.com/bigbookenergy. Support the show

May 01, 202014 min

Chariots of the Gods

This week Paige reviews her Thrift Store Pick Chariots of the Gods by Erich von Daniken. Tune in for more Ancient Aliens! Support the show

Apr 28, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Dear John

In this episode of Books We Hate, Paige reviews Jennifer's pick: Dear John by Nicholas Sparks. Support the show

Apr 21, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 14

The Ghosts of Williamsburg

For this episode, Jennifer reviews her Thrift Store Find: The Ghosts of Williamsburg by L.B. Taylor, Jr. Support the show

Apr 13, 20201 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Dawnthief

In this episode of Books We Hate, Jennifer review's Dawnthief by James Barclay. Support the show

Apr 06, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Bonus Episode 3 - The Two Towers

This episode is a short teaser of our full bonus episode on Tolkien's The Two Towers. The full episode is only available to our Book Ninja tier of patreon supporters. If you'd like to get access to the full episode and support the podcast head on over to patreon.com/bigbookenergy. Support the show

Apr 01, 202023 min

Chicken Soup for the Working Soul

For this episode of Thrift Store Finds, Chicken Soup Edition, Paige goes over her choice, Chicken Soup for the Working Soul. Support the show

Mar 31, 20201 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 11

In the Lake of the Woods

For this episode of Books We Hate, Jennifer chose In the Lake of the Woods by Tim O'Brien for Paige to read. Support the show

Mar 23, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul

This week Jennifer reviews her Thrift Store Find, Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul. Support the show

Mar 16, 20201 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Bonus Episode 2 - The Fellowship of the Ring

This episode is a short teaser of our full bonus episode on Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The full episode is only available to our Book Ninja tier of patreon supporters. If you'd like to get access to the full episode and support the podcast head on over to patreon.com/bigbookenergy. Support the show

Mar 06, 202016 min

Green

Tune in for Paige's choice of Book She Hates. Jennifer is reviewing Green by Jay Lake. Support the show

Mar 02, 20201 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 8

The King of Vodka

In this episode, Paige discusses her Thrift Store Find The King of Vodka: The Story of Pyotr Smirnov and the Upheaval of an Empire by Linda Himelstein. Tune in to hear Paige and Jennifer talk about Vodka and Russian History while drinking vodka. Support the show

Feb 24, 20201 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 7

The Alchemist

For this episode Paige reviews the Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, Jennifer's pick for her Book she Hates. Tune in to see if Paige feels the same way. Support the show

Feb 17, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 6

The Great Influenza

This week Jennifer talks about her Thrift Store Find The Great Influenza by John Barry. Tune in to learn more about the history of American medicine, viruses, and the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918. Support the show

Feb 10, 20201 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 5
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