Big Book Energy
Feb 24, 2020
The King of Vodka
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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.
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Mar 22, 2022
Sitting Down With Florida Man | S5 E2
*Sitting Down With Florida Man*
This week, BBE welcomes the Florida Men on Florida Man podcast back to the show. Jennifer sits down with Wayne to discuss Dave Berry’s book, Best State Ever, a heartfelt defense of his beloved state of Florida.
*Episode Highlights*
* Sponges. Yes, sponges. We know, you're hooked already.
* The Villages: your favorite quasi-dystopian retirement community.
* When are you considered a Floridian? What about a Mainer?
* The Skunk Ape makes an appearance, which is unsurprising given Jennifer’s Bigfoot obsession.
* Anecdotes on alligators are shared.
* If you're in Florida and want to go to a beautiful park with a lighthouse, check out St. Mark's National Wildlife Refuge.
* What do you think the best state ever is and why? The answers may [not] surprise you.
*Connect with Florida Men On Florida Man*
* Interesting in learning more about Florida Man? Find them on your favorite podcasting app.
* Or check out their website.
* Or their supremely ~aesthetic~ Instagram.
*Support the Pod*
* Find BBE on Instagram
* Visit the Bookshop Store
* Buy Me A Coffee!
* Don’t forget to leave us a review if you are enjoying the pod.
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Mar 8, 2022
The Never-To-Be-Read List | S5 E1
*The Never-To-Be-Read List*
This week Jennifer gives a [belated] look at her 2021 reading and talks about her reading goals for 2022. Yes, she knows that it is already March.
*Paige Presents Webtoons*: One of Jennifer’s latest Webtoon obsessions, The Gentle Way follows the Judo practitioner Jun as she learns how to confront her fears and overcome her anxiety. Super cute, romance vibes, but also great lessons on how to live your life bravely and authentically.
Visit the author's Instagram or Patreon if you want more!
*Episode Highlights*
* Did Jennifer reach her 2021 reading goals of 80 books and reading all the unread books on her shelf? No. No she did not.
* Trying to pick more reasonable goals for 2022 reading.
* Please help Jennifer figure out how to read the books she already owns. Please.
* Jennifer introduces the slightly re-imagined segment: Paige Presents Webtoons
*Support the Pod*
* Find BBE on Instagram
* Visit the Bookshop Store
* Buy Me A Coffee!
* Don’t forget to leave us a review if you are enjoying the pod.
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Jan 17, 2022
It's the End of the Podcast as we Know It: Paige's Farewell
BBE is transitioning to a new phase. One that unfortunately lacks Paige. Tune in to hear about her new adventures, plans for the future, and a wrap up of season 4. Stay tuned for a new phase of BBE where Jennifer will continue to bring you all the bookish content you could hope for!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bigbookenergy)
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