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Unraveling "All That's Left Unsaid" with Tracey Lien Hosts: Leanne and Chelle Episode Overview: In this episode, Leanne and Chelle delve into "All That's Left Unsaid" by Tracey Lien, a poignant debut novel exploring themes of family, cultural identity, and the aftermath of tragedy. Set in 1996 Cabramatta, the story follows Ki Tran as she returns home to uncover the truth behind her brother's murder. The hosts discuss the book's exploration of Vietnamese Australian culture, the complexities of family obligations, and the struggle to reconcile past and present. Key Discussion Points: ...
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Episode Title: Summer Reading Pile Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin dive into their summer reading lists, sharing the books they're excited to explore in the coming months. They discuss both fiction and non-fiction selections, highlighting the themes and stories that have captured their interest. The conversation reflects the anticipation and joy of discovering new books and the shared experience of reading alongside their listeners. Key Discussion Points: ...
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Episode Title: A Romantic Journey with "Mary Christmas" Hosts: Leanne and Chelle Guest: Mary Anne O'Connor Episode Overview: In this episode, Leanne and Chelle welcome Mary Anne O'Connor, author of "Mary Christmas," a romance novel set in 1909 in the picturesque Cotswolds. The story follows Mary Richards, a teacher torn between societal expectations and her career aspirations. Through the lens of love and family dynamics, the book explores themes of independence, the suffragette movement, and the courage to defy traditional gender roles. Key Discussion Points: Introduction and...
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Episode Title: Exploring "The Courage to Be Disliked" Hosts: Leanne and Chelle Episode Overview: In this episode, Leanne and Chelle dive into "The Courage to Be Disliked" by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi. This book explores Alfred Adler's psychological theories, focusing on themes such as self-determination, social interest, and the courage to be disliked. The hosts discuss how past experiences shape us through the meanings we assign to them and highlight the concept of true happiness stemming from contributing to others. Key Discussion Points: Introduction to the...
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Navigating Grief and Hope with "The Last Love Note" Hosts: Leanne and Chelle Guest: Emma Grey Episode Overview: In this heartfelt episode, Leanne and Chelle welcome Emma Grey, author of "The Last Love Note." The book delves into themes of grief and loss, drawing from Emma's personal experiences of losing her daughter and husband. Through the story of Kate, a grieving mother, the book explores the duality of sorrow and humor, and the journey towards hope. Emma shares her writing process, the therapeutic power of storytelling, and the importance of community support in times of...
info_outlineEpisode Title: Summer Reading Pile
Podcast: Between The Lines
Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin
Episode Summary:
In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin dive into their summer reading lists, sharing the books they're excited to explore in the coming months. They discuss both fiction and non-fiction selections, highlighting the themes and stories that have captured their interest. The conversation reflects the anticipation and joy of discovering new books and the shared experience of reading alongside their listeners.
Key Discussion Points:
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Introduction and Excitement for Summer Reading: Leanne and Chelle express their excitement for discussing their upcoming reads and the joy of having a "to be read" pile.
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Summer Book Club Selections: The hosts introduce the summer book club picks: "Bright Shining" by Julia Baird and "Cactus Pear for My Beloved" by Samah Sabawi, discussing the themes of grace and courage.
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Fiction Picks: Leanne shares her interest in "Juice" by Tim Winton and "The Other Bridget" by Rachel Johns, while Chelle highlights "Rapture" by Emily Maguire and "Wing" by Nikki Gemmell.
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Non-Fiction Picks: Leanne plans to read "You Don't Have to Have a Dream" by Tim Minchin, while Chelle chooses "The Art of Bleisure" by Emma Lovell and "Recipe Tin Eats: Tonight" by Nagi Mayashi.
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Discussion on Book Themes and Anticipation: The hosts reflect on the themes of their chosen books, such as environmental activism, personal growth, and the intertwining of pleasure and work.
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Book Club and Reading Community: Leanne and Chelle discuss the value of their book club community, the upcoming author interviews, and the joy of sharing reading experiences with others.
Final Thoughts and Recommendations:
The hosts encourage listeners to join their book club and consider gifting a membership for the holidays. They express their excitement for the upcoming reading season and the opportunity to connect with listeners through shared literary journeys.
Closing Remarks:
Leanne and Chelle thank their audience for tuning in, wish everyone happy holidays, and look forward to the discussions and discoveries that the summer reading pile will bring.