In the season three recap episode of the Book Club Podcast, host Carly is joined by frequent guests My Nguyen and Christy Lynn Horpedahl to discuss their experiences revisiting childhood classics like A Wrinkle in Time and The Giver. The conversation dives into themes of nostalgia, the portrayal of female characters, and the evolving nature of connection in a digital age. The trio reflects on how these books have shaped their understanding of the world and whether they prepared millennials for adulthood. They also explore the balance between the solitary and communal aspects of reading and the impact of technology on personal and collective experiences.

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00:00 Welcome to the Season Three Recap

00:15 Introducing the Guests

00:58 Nostalgia and Childhood Books

01:40 Revisiting Old Favorites

02:51 Critiquing Beloved Characters

04:52 The Joy of Rediscovery

07:50 The Expanse and The Princess Bride

12:56 Reading as a Primer for Life

18:16 Sharing Books Across Generations

27:36 The Solitary and Communal Nature of Reading

33:38 Hiding your Books

36:54 Connection with High Nutritional Value

41:29 The Importance of Generosity and Honesty in Connection

48:47 Technology and Radical Humility

50:48 Female Characters and Their Portrayal

57:40 Millennials and a Changing World

01:02:03 Just Because you Like it