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Stack Books. Log Miles. A verbal chronicle of our reading and leg powered adventure. The aim of this podcast is to encourage people to read widely, get outside, and have good conversations about what is experienced along the way, all while serving as good company for our listeners. Follow us on Instagram: @weather.permitting_

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Episodes

Episode 16: Who is John Galt?

This week we are joined by special guest, Tyler Owens. Tyler is an ultra marathon runner, avid reader, whiskey connoisseur, and ambassador for Bigger Than The Trail. Listen in this week as we discuss The Devil All the Time by Donald Ray Pollock, Running the Dream by Matt Fitzsgerald, Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand, and Finding Ultra by Rich Roll. We also discuss long distance running, including a few that would be the ultimate test in mental fortitude, training plans, and mental health, particularly...

Nov 15, 2020•1 hr 12 min

Episode 15: Just a Loon, That's All.

Topics discussed include Pet Semetary by Stephen King, I am The Messenger by Markus Zusak, and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson. We also talk about running injuries, the carnivore diet, and a few well to do people we don't care for. Enjoy!

Nov 01, 2020•59 min

Episode 14: Vegas, Baby!

In this episode we discuss Leave Only Footprints by Conor Knighton, Intensity by Dean Koontz, and Supermarket by Bobby Hall. The crew is joined by their friend Tyler as they record from Caesars Palace in sunny Las Vegas, Nevada. Other discussion involves the hosts upcoming nuptials, getting a marathon PR on a difficult course, and the other usual ramblings. Enjoy!

Oct 18, 2020•57 min

Episode 13: There's a squatch in these hills...

Topics Discussed: The Cold Vanish by Jon Billman, The Color Of Law by Richard Rothstein, and Killing Crazy Horse by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Duggard. The guys also attempt to solve all the worlds problems, discuss an upcoming marathon and base training plans, and enjoy some Rebecca Creek Whiskey.

Oct 04, 2020•1 hr 23 min

Episode 12: Vendo Tamales...Spicy!

Topics Discussed: Fire Season by Phillip Connors, Lonesome Dove and Anything for Billy by Larry McMurtry, and The Outsider by Stephen King. Remaining discussion involves Billy The Kid, small batch bourbons, continued debate between reading physical or digital books, and the S.S. Giardia. Don't forget to subscribe and leave reviews!

Sep 20, 2020•55 min

SPECIAL RELEASE: The Cabin Session (Ep. 11)

The usual group plus a guest discuss their weekend in the Pecos Wilderness, a few books, and the value of physical hardship. This episode was recorded on location in the Pecos Wilderness of New Mexico.

Aug 30, 2020•1 hr 49 min

Episode 10: A Walk in the Woods

Topics discussed: A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson, the difference between Bourbon and Whiskey, plant based diets, National Trail Systems, vacationing at Lake Possum Kingdom, hiking the Smokies, and our other regular general ramblings. Enjoy!

Aug 30, 2020•1 hr 18 min

Episode 9: Tito's and Teen Reads

Topics Discussed: A few books by Edward Abbey and our usual ramblings. Sorry for the delay in publishing, we switched editors and editing software...we are now back on regularly scheduling programming!

Aug 09, 2020•1 hr 19 min

Episode 8: God Bless America, but God Damn Uncle Sam

Our First Annual 4th of July Episode and John D's first drink on the podcast in over 75 days. Topics discussed include America's National Parks, our favorite travel destinations, a few trips that stand out for us, and a handful of other topics. God Bless America!

Jul 04, 2020•1 hr 17 min

Episode 7: The Last of the Teen Reads

Topics Discussed - Some more Harry Potter (for the last time), some more Hunger Games (for the last time), the Big Bend region of Texas, potential advertisers, rules we don't follow and rules we follow strictly, Evan Williams...again, Government salaries, stocks we are watching, Barnes and Noble rumors, Snicklefritz, and Dave Ramsey. Enjoy!

Jul 03, 2020•59 min

Episode 6: Seriously, Wear a Helmet.

Topics of discussion: Ready Player One – Ernest Cline, Dog Run Moon – Callan Wink, the first four Harry Potter, further discussion on masks, the Swamp Fox trail run, whitewater kayaking, ghee, bike accidents, the proper pronunciation of "Cormac", JuCo emergency room trips, Rogan to Spotify, and some of our favorite podcasts. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @bourbon_bookshelf and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen!

Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 11 min

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