Summer reading, getting fatter&happier, and what not to read on vacation - a podcast by Aaron Armstrong, Dave Schroeder, Scarlet Hiltibidal and friends

It's getting hot outside, which means it's the time of year when many blogs are sharing their annual Summer Reading Lists™, mostly filled with big thick theology books and historical works. Which is… fine. But is that the best way to use your reading time when you actually get to go on vacation? That's what we're talking on this episode over donuts made in my kitchen. Listen in as we get fatter and happier discussing:Two good approaches to summer readingThe time Dave watched Jaws before going to the beach
If it's a good idea to read on the beach at allThe kinds of books you should (and shouldn't) read on vacation
The character Aaron wants to punch in the faceAlso, when the heck are we going to finally discuss The Notebook?As always, thanks to Lagares Roasters for partnering with us to make the Table of (mal)Contents blend. Pick up a bag (or 12) today.Some of the books we mentioned on this episode include:The Caine Mutiny by Herman WoukIn Harm's Way by Doug StantonThe Cartel by Don WinslowThe Genius Files: Mission Unstoppable by Dan GutmanKillers of the Flower Moon by David GrannThe Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsThe Martian by Andy WeirArtemis by Andy WeirJuliet, Naked by Nick HornbyThe Virtues of War by Steven PressfieldThe Gateway Chronicles by K.B. HoyleThe Maze Runner series by James DashnerBonus content: Weekend Update featuring Buford Calloway (the origin of the "Dixie Champagne" reference)

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