Broads, Books, & Booze

Join Monica and I as we control our breath through this month’s exciting episode. Thank you for joining us today. I hope to see you next time. This is Jamie Bennett with Broads, Books, & Booze.

Welcome to BB&B! This month join Monica and I as we discuss Big Potential by Shawn Achor. Published in January 2018, hardcover 240 pages. In a world of competition and individual achievement, we are measuring and pursuing potential all wrong. By pursuing success in isolation, we are not only limiting our potential, we are becoming more stressed and disconnected than ever. Listen to Monica and I as we discuss how happiness is contagious and how human potential is influenced by those around us. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Join Monica and I as we discuss adoption and the history of The Tennessee Children’s Home. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Listen to Monica and I discuss this memoir by Good Morning America meteorologist, Ginger Zee. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

From the publisher: “One of the most beloved and trusted mindfulness teachers in America offers a lifeline for difficult times: the RAIN meditation, which awakens our courage and heart.” Join Monica and I as we discuss this insight book. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Published March 9, 2010, The story of stuff expands on the celebrated documentary exploring the threat of over consumption on the environment, economy, and our health. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Welcome to BB&B! This month join Monica and I as we discuss Baked by Mark Haskell Smith. Published in 2010 and at 325 pages, this humorous book is definitely worth checking out. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay Short synopsis, Miro Basinas is an experimental botanist who sells his rarefied marijuana to a discerning clientele. His life changes dramatically after winning the famous Amsterdam Cannabis Cup. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

It’s a new year. And we decided to start with another self help book. Dr Dwayne Dyer’s lectures have been compiled into a book. Listen to Monica and I discuss what we found. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Welcome to BB&B! This month join Monica and I as we discuss The Master and Margarita. Do you want to read something absurd? Something crazy? Unpredictable and slightly obsessed with Pontius Pilate? Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay A great reference for book summary, themes, chapter summaries & analysis, and a list of characters: https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-master-and-margarita/summary Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Welcome to BB&B! This month join Kelly and I as we discuss the historical fiction fantasy book Outlander by Diana Gabaldon. Are you a fan of Scotland? Do you like time travel? Are you into really long books? Have you watched the new TV series and wondering about the book? Kelly is a huge fan, has a lot to say, and is willing to give me some concessions. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Join Monica and I as we discuss Mark Manson’s philosophical book about hope. The book discusses religion, morality, human relationships, and ends with technology. It’s only nine chapters and while it says 288 pages, the actual book ends about page 232. The rest are footnotes. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Rachel Hollis’s book as described on Wikipedia by: Girl, Wash Your Face is described by The Washington Post as mixing "memoir, motivational tips, Bible quotations and common-sense girl talk."

This month Monica and I discuss Circe by Madeline Miller. Do you love Greek Mythology? Listen to Monica and I discuss how Madeline Miller brings Circe to life! Circe was present in the Odyssey, but Miller spins her entire life into this very compelling tail! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

This month Monica and I discuss How to Change Your Mind-What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence By Michael Pollan Are you a fan of Michael Pollan? Did you read Omnivore's Dilemma, but question reading a book about drug use? Do you know Michael Pollan? Join Monica and I as we discuss Michael Pollan’s journalist research into psychotropic drugs. It may change your mind. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Welcome to BB&B! This episode Monica and I discuss The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. You’ll notice I don’t say the author’s name as I don’t know how! Have you thought about reading this book? Does it keep popping up on your suggested read list? It did for me! I bit the bullet and read the book. Spoiler, I enjoyed it much more than I thought that I would! Join Monica and I as we discuss it! Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Monica and I discuss how to join the Wilderness and be brave. Theme Music by Dee Yan-Kay

Listen to Monica and I discuss the social reemergence of public shaming. Questions and comments can be emailed to me broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com

I’m still very excited about the show. I’m just not feeling well. A new episode will be recorded after I’m feeling better.

Welcome to BB&B! Episode 2 Jenn and I discuss the dark and morbid subject of death. We learned more than we anticipated with this book! Caitlin Doughty’s book is an eye opener for those outside the death industry. Join us and listen to our discussion as we dive into the macabre. Questions and comments may be sent to broadsbookandbooze@gmail.com Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay

Welcome to Broads, Books, & Booze! Episode 1 my friend, Monica, and I discuss Elisabeth Gilbert’s book while we enjoy some delicious wine! This episode is all about jumping out of your comfort zone and being creative. We’re not aiming for perfection. We’re making and creating and giving you the results!! Theme music by Dee Yan-Kay