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Unlocking Great Books

Unlocking Great Books

By: Seán Barnes and Carl Davidson
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 Seán and Carl are two passionate book lovers who are UNLOCKING GREAT BOOKS! In each episode we explore a book, and how it has translated into our world, or the world of someone else. We think reading is fun, and important, and we encourage you to read these books and let us know what you think! Every episode is a very listenable 20-30mins... great for the commute or when you're out for a wander. Connect with us here: the232podcast@gmail.comSeán Barnes and Carl Davidson Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • Unlocking Great Books 57 - The Radium Girls

    Unlocking Great Books 57 - The Radium Girls
    Jul 13 2025

    We took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The The Radium Girls by Kate Moore.


    Truly heartwrenching and a gripping read about a fight for justice. Welcome to book one of our historic non-fiction double header! We found ourselves often lost for words as we unpack this amazing book.


    Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-)

    or find out where to grab the book here: https://booko.co.nz/w/7803937/The-Radium-Girls_by_Kate-Moore


    Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube or wherever you listen (or watch!) your podcasts.

    Connect with us here: ⁠⁠⁠the232podcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠

    Get Sean’s book The Impact Professional at: ⁠⁠⁠impactprofessional.nz⁠
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    29 mins
  • Unlocking Great Books 56 - The Theory of the Leisure Class

    Unlocking Great Books 56 - The Theory of the Leisure Class
    Jul 6 2025

    We took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen.


    This seminal book needs unpacking, with a crowbar and claw hammer! We draw together 50 Cent, the Robber Barons, wealth and affluence as we review this 19th century classic. Plus a shocking confession….


    Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-)

    or find out where to grab the book here: ⁠https://booko.co.nz/w/10033590/The-Theory-of-the-Leisure-Class_by_Thorstein-Veblen


    Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube or wherever you listen (or watch!) your podcasts.

    Connect with us here: ⁠⁠⁠the232podcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠

    Get Sean’s book The Impact Professional at: ⁠⁠⁠impactprofessional.nz⁠
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    33 mins
  • Unlocking Great Books 55 - Slow Productivity

    Unlocking Great Books 55 - Slow Productivity
    Jun 29 2025

    We took another dive into the large pile of books…and came up with The Slow Productivity by Cal Newport.


    Slow Productivity is a recent book from a prolific author and we dive into knowledge work, protecting your calendar and whether this book is fresh or just drawing on the lineage of Newport?


    Support your local bookstore or library PLEASE :-)

    or find out where to grab the book here: ⁠https://booko.co.nz/w/10016968/Slow-Productivity-The-Lost-Art-of-Accomplishment-Without-Burnout_by_Cal-Newport


    Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube or wherever you listen (or watch!) your podcasts.

    Connect with us here: ⁠⁠⁠the232podcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠

    Get Sean’s book The Impact Professional at: ⁠⁠⁠impactprofessional.nz⁠
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    36 mins

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