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Functionally Literate

Functionally Literate

By: Ryan Carter
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 It's a book club! Join Ryan and his friends every other Tuesday as they chat about books (and also tell you all about things they aren't sponsored by). From Mythology and Swords & Sorcery to Urban Fantasy or History, this book club is all about having a good time while exploring diverse literary genres. Currently, the club is making its way through: 14, by Peter ClinesRyan Carter Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • The Many Silly Adventures of Sir Lancelot | Le Morte d'Arthur VI

    The Many Silly Adventures of Sir Lancelot | Le Morte d'Arthur VI
    Aug 19 2025

    (3/3; Chapters 13-18) 🎶So just say thanks a lot / And try romance, it's hot! / Let's find out who's really you 🎶


    Link dump:

    ⁠Le Morte d'Arthur: Ye Olde English edition⁠ (physical)

    ⁠Le Morte d'Arthur: Modern English edition (digital)


    Support us on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠.Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter

    Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz

    Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wasting Time⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

    Special thanks to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vidwest Studios⁠⁠⁠⁠ for providing equipment and a recording space.


    (00:00) Introduction

    (03:35) Chapter 13

    (14:25) Chapter 14

    (21:33) Chapter 15

    (33:03) Chapter 16

    (48:33) Chapter 17

    (01:08:05) Chapter 18
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • What happens when two unstoppable forces clash? | Le Morte d'Arthur VI

    What happens when two unstoppable forces clash? | Le Morte d'Arthur VI
    Aug 5 2025

    (2/3; Chapters 7-12) 🎶Move aside your scabbard / For underneath your tabard / There is waiting to escape / A butterfly! 🎶


    Link dump:

    Le Morte d'Arthur: Ye Olde English edition

    Le Morte d'Arthur: Modern English edition

    Britain's obsession with the royal family


    Support us on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠and get ad-free episodes and the opportunity to chat directly with Ryan! Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠.


    Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter

    Recorded by: Jacques Du Plessis

    Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz

    Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wasting Time⁠⁠⁠⁠.

    Special thanks to ⁠⁠⁠Vidwest Studios⁠⁠⁠ for providing equipment and a recording space.


    (00:00) Introduction

    (03:17) Chapter 7

    (16:36) Chapter 8

    (23:06) Chapter 9

    (30:32) Chapter 10

    (49:24) Chapter 11

    (01:08:46) Chapter 12
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Sir Lancelot: Laziest Knight of the Round Table? | Le Morte d'Arthur VI

    Sir Lancelot: Laziest Knight of the Round Table? | Le Morte d'Arthur VI
    Jul 22 2025

    (1/3; Chapters 1-6) 🎵His name is Lancelot! He visits France alot. He likes to dance alot. And dream...🎵


    Support us on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ and get ad-free episodes and the opportunity to chat directly with Ryan! Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠.


    Produced, directed and edited by: Ryan Carter

    Recorded by: Jacques Du Plessis

    Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Zach Ignotz

    Theme music by Jake Weller. Listen to Jake's album, ⁠⁠⁠Wasting Time⁠⁠⁠.

    Special thanks to ⁠⁠Vidwest Studios⁠⁠ for providing equipment and a recording space.


    (00:00) Introduction

    (06:38) Here's everything you need to know

    (07:56) Chapter 1

    (22:48) Chapter 2

    (31:48) Chapter 3

    (46:20) Chapter 4

    (54:33) Chapter 5

    (01:00:16) Chapter 6
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    1 hr and 11 mins
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