Discussion Notes: No One Here is Going to Save YouThis week’s story: No One Here is Going to Save You by Julian Zabalbeascoa Next week’s story: Huevos Estrellados by Vanessa Bernice De La Cruz Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “No One Here is Going to Save You” by Julian Zabalbeascoa,  a story of a soldier during the Spanish civil war who is tasked with executing communists and a priest. Gerald and Andy disappointed with the story, but Anais enjoyed it. At the heart of the debate is how to write about fascism in a world saturated with the subject.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on PatreonWe are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.Support us on Patreon							Looking for more to read?Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.The post Ep 219: No One Here is Going to Save You appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: No One Here is Going to Save You</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://www.gettysburgreview.com/selections/detail.dot?inode=4d7f1f47-22cf-4674-a567-8e6a717c0bf5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">No One Here is Going to Save You by Julian Zabalbeascoa</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.carvezine.com/story/summer-2021-vanessa-bernice-de-la-cruz" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Huevos Estrellados by Vanessa Bernice De La Cruz</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “No One Here is Going to Save You” by Julian Zabalbeascoa,  a story of a soldier during the Spanish civil war who is tasked with executing communists and a priest. Gerald and Andy disappointed with the story, but Anais enjoyed it. At the heart of the debate is how to write about fascism in a world saturated with the subject.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p> </p><p></p><h2>Support us on Patreon</h2><p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a><h2>Looking for more to read?</h2><em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em><p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-219-no-one-here-is-going-to-save-you/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 219: No One Here is Going to Save You</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

No One Here is Going to Save You

Discussion Notes: The Theresa JobThis week’s story: The Theresa Job by Colson Whitehead Next week’s story: No One Here Is Going To Save You by Julian Zabalbeascoa Rated: Clean Themes, Explicit Language (Host drops an ‘f’ bomb  )Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Theresa Job” by Colson Whitehead, a story of a hotel heist in 1950s New York City, centered on a reluctant fence. Gerald and Andy had a love-hate relationship with the story due to its abrupt ending. Anais does her best to help them see the ending through a different lens.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers.Support us on PatreonWe are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.Support us on Patreon							Looking for more to read?Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.The post Ep 218: The Theresa Job appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Theresa Job</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/07/26/the-theresa-job" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Theresa Job by Colson Whitehead</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.gettysburgreview.com/selections/detail.dot?inode=4d7f1f47-22cf-4674-a567-8e6a717c0bf5" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">No One Here Is Going To Save You by Julian Zabalbeascoa</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean Themes, Explicit Language (Host drops an ‘f’ bomb  )</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Theresa Job” by Colson Whitehead, a story of a hotel heist in 1950s New York City, centered on a reluctant fence. Gerald and Andy had a love-hate relationship with the story due to its abrupt ending. Anais does her best to help them see the ending through a different lens.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p><h2>Support us on Patreon</h2><p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a><h2>Looking for more to read?</h2><em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em><p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-218-the-theresa-job/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 218: The Theresa Job</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Theresa Job

Discussion Notes: The City Born GreatThis week’s story: The City Born Great by N. K. Jemisin Next week’s story: The Theresa Job by Colson Whitehead Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The City Born Great” by N. K. Jemisin, an urban fantasy about a young New Yorker called upon to midwife the birth of a great city and fend off the eldritch hospitals that would feed on the newborn. All three hosts enjoyed the story — even Andy who might have preferred if the city were Chicago. Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 217: The City Born Great appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The City Born Great</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://www.tor.com/2016/09/28/the-city-born-great/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The City Born Great by N. K. Jemisin</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/07/26/the-theresa-job" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Theresa Job by Colson Whitehead</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The City Born Great” by N. K. Jemisin, an urban fantasy about a young New Yorker called upon to midwife the birth of a great city and fend off the eldritch hospitals that would feed on the newborn. All three hosts enjoyed the story — even Andy who might have preferred if the city were Chicago. </p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-217-the-city-born-great/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 217: The City Born Great</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

Ep 217: The City Born Great

Discussion Notes: The Specialist’s HatThis week’s story: The Specialist’s Hat by Kelly Link Next week’s story: The City Born Great by N. K. Jemisin Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Specialist’s Hat” by Kelly Link, a story about twin girls who move into the gothic home of a former poet who dabbled in the dark arts and killed his wife. Despite a lot of debate on this podcast, our hosts ended up giving this spooky, clever story similar ratings.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 216: The Specialist’s Hat appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Specialist’s Hat</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://kellylink.net/specialists-hat" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Specialist’s Hat by Kelly Link</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.tor.com/2016/09/28/the-city-born-great/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The City Born Great by N. K. Jemisin</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Specialist’s Hat” by Kelly Link, a story about twin girls who move into the gothic home of a former poet who dabbled in the dark arts and killed his wife. Despite a lot of debate on this podcast, our hosts ended up giving this spooky, clever story similar ratings.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-216-the-specialists-hat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 216: The Specialist’s Hat</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Specialist's Hat

Discussion Notes: FosterThis week’s story: Foster by Bryan Washington Next week’s story: The Specialist’s Hat by Kelly Link Rated: EXPLICITGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “Foster” by Bryan Washington, a story of a man estranged from his brother, struggling with his boyfriend, and refusing to name a cat. The story is explicit and so is this episode. The explicit nature of the story was a bit of a turn off for Gerald, but all three hosts enjoyed digging deep into this iceberg of a story. Scratch beneath the story, and there’s a lot to chew on.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 215: Foster appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: Foster</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/06/14/foster" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Foster by Bryan Washington</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://kellylink.net/specialists-hat" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Specialist’s Hat by Kelly Link</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: EXPLICIT</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “Foster” by Bryan Washington, a story of a man estranged from his brother, struggling with his boyfriend, and refusing to name a cat. The story is explicit and so is this episode. The explicit nature of the story was a bit of a turn off for Gerald, but all three hosts enjoyed digging deep into this iceberg of a story. Scratch beneath the story, and there’s a lot to chew on.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-215-foster/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 215: Foster</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

Foster

Discussion Notes: The InterlopersThis week’s story: The Interlopers by H. H. Munro Next week’s story: Foster by Bryan Washington Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Interlopers” by H. H. Munro (SAKI), a story of a long-running family dispute over wild lands that comes to a head when two men from either side are trapped beneath the same felled tree. In a surprising twist, the story reads like a dark comedy. All three hosts thoroughly enjoyed the story as much as they enjoyed saying “Wolves!”Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 214: The Interlopers appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Interlopers</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://americanliterature.com/author/hh-munro-saki/short-story/the-interlopers" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Interlopers by H. H. Munro</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/06/14/foster" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Foster by Bryan Washington</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Interlopers” by H. H. Munro (SAKI), a story of a long-running family dispute over wild lands that comes to a head when two men from either side are trapped beneath the same felled tree. In a surprising twist, the story reads like a dark comedy. All three hosts thoroughly enjoyed the story as much as they enjoyed saying “Wolves!”</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-214-the-interlopers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 214: The Interlopers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Interlopers

Discussion Notes: Hot IceThis week’s story: Hot Ice by Stuart Dybek Next week’s story: The Interlopers by H.H. Munro (SAKI) Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “Hot Ice” by Stuart Dybek, a Chicago native who brings the mid-century societal changes to life with the myth of a local saint. Andy identified with the story which struck true to his upbringing in Chicago.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 213: Hot Ice appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: Hot Ice</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="http://maxima-library.org/knigi/knigi/b/285062?format=read#TOC_3000000002299" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Ice by Stuart Dybek</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://americanliterature.com/author/hh-munro-saki/short-story/the-interlopers" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Interlopers by H.H. Munro (SAKI)</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “Hot Ice” by Stuart Dybek, a Chicago native who brings the mid-century societal changes to life with the myth of a local saint. Andy identified with the story which struck true to his upbringing in Chicago.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-213-hot-ice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 213: Hot Ice</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

Hot Ice

Discussion Notes: The Case For and Against Love PotionsThis week’s story: The Case for and Against Love Potions by Imbolo Mbue Next week’s story: Hot Ice by Stuart Dybek Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Case for and Against Love Potions” by Imbolo Mbue , a story told by an over confident narrator to you, a person seeking advice on whether or not to use love potions. It is a very funny and subtle satire. The subtlety  unsettled Gerald and Anais who worried it could go over some readers’ heads for ill. This anxiety prompted a discussion on whether or not it’s the author’s job to account for that in their writing.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers.Support us on PatreonWe are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.Support us on Patreon							Looking for more to read?Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.The post Ep 212: The Case For and Against Love Potions appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Case For and Against Love Potions</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/03/22/the-case-for-and-against-love-potions" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Case for and Against Love Potions by Imbolo Mbue</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="http://maxima-library.org/knigi/knigi/b/285062?format=read#TOC_3000000002299" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Ice by Stuart Dybek</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Case for and Against Love Potions” by Imbolo Mbue , a story told by an over confident narrator to you, a person seeking advice on whether or not to use love potions. It is a very funny and subtle satire. The subtlety  unsettled Gerald and Anais who worried it could go over some readers’ heads for ill. This anxiety prompted a discussion on whether or not it’s the author’s job to account for that in their writing.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p><h2>Support us on Patreon</h2><p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a><h2>Looking for more to read?</h2><em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em><p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-212-the-case-for-and-against-love-potions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 212: The Case For and Against Love Potions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

Ep 212: The Case For and Against Love Potions

Discussion Notes: Objects in SpaceThis week’s story: Objects in Space by Emily Davis Next week’s story: The Case for and Against Love Potions by Imbolo Mbue Rated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “Objects in Space” by Emily Davis, a story of a young New York woman who heads west in search of clarity. Despite a consensus on the story’s merits, the story left our hosts wanting more.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 211: Objects in Space appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: Objects in Space</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://lunchticket.org/objects-in-space/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Objects in Space by Emily Davis</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/03/22/the-case-for-and-against-love-potions" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Case for and Against Love Potions by Imbolo Mbue</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “Objects in Space” by Emily Davis, a story of a young New York woman who heads west in search of clarity. Despite a consensus on the story’s merits, the story left our hosts wanting more.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-211-objects-in-space/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 211: Objects in Space</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

Objects in Space

Discussion Notes: The Husband StitchThis week’s story:  The Husband Stitch by Carmen Maria Machado Next week’s story: Objects in Space by Emily Davis Rated: ExplicitGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Husband Stitch” by Carmen Maria Machado, a haunting story of a woman’s life, interspersed with fairytales about womanhood. All three hosts marveled at the brilliance of the story’s composition. As Anais repeated several times in this episode, this story is “next level.” Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers.Support us on PatreonWe are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.Support us on Patreon							Looking for more to read?Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.The post Ep 210: The Husband Stitch appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Husband Stitch</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://granta.com/the-husband-stitch/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> The Husband Stitch by Carmen Maria Machado</a> </p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://lunchticket.org/objects-in-space/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Objects in Space by Emily Davis</a> </p><p><strong>Rated: Explicit</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Husband Stitch” by Carmen Maria Machado, a haunting story of a woman’s life, interspersed with fairytales about womanhood. All three hosts marveled at the brilliance of the story’s composition. As Anais repeated several times in this episode, this story is “next level.” </p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p><h2>Support us on Patreon</h2><p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/literaryroadhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a><h2>Looking for more to read?</h2><em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em><p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-210-the-husband-stitch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 210: The Husband Stitch</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Husband Stitch

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Discussion Notes: The Enchanted ForestThis week’s story: The Enchanted Forest by Brian CrawfordNext week’s story:  The Rabbit Matchmakers by Andrew PhillipsRated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Enchanted Forest” by Brian Crawford and have wildly different reactions to this tale of two brothers who fight forest fires. Andy and Anais were disappointed with the emotional arc of the story, even as they acknowledged the professional quality of the story that was clearly written by an expert. Gerald more thoroughly enjoyed the story and defends it valiantly. Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers. Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 176: The Enchanted Forest by Brian Crawford appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Enchanted Forest</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="https://www.carvezine.com/story/2019-fall-crawford" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Enchanted Forest by Brian Crawford</a></p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.hypertextmag.com/the-rabbit-matchmakers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Rabbit Matchmakers by Andrew Phillips</a></p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Enchanted Forest” by Brian Crawford and have wildly different reactions to this tale of two brothers who fight forest fires. Andy and Anais were disappointed with the emotional arc of the story, even as they acknowledged the professional quality of the story that was clearly written by an expert. Gerald more thoroughly enjoyed the story and defends it valiantly. </p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p> <h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="#" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-176-enchanted-forest/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 176: The Enchanted Forest by Brian Crawford</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Enchanted Forest - Brian Crawford - Literary Roadhouse Ep 176

Alexandra Manglis

Discussion Notes: The Wreck at Goat’s HeadThis week’s story:  The Wreck at Goat’s Head by Alexandra ManglisNext week’s story:  The Enchanted Forest by Brian CrawfordRated: CleanGerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Wreck at Goat’s Head” by Alexandra Manglis, which was recommended by last our previous episode’s guest, Carina Saxon. The story captivated all three hosts with its mysterious prose, alluring magical realism, vivid imagery, and ghostly apparitions. They discuss themes of feminine power, matriarchal lines, and the tradition.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers.Support us on PatreonWe are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.Support us on Patreon							Looking for more to read?Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.The post Ep 175: The Wreck at Goat’s Head by Alexandra Manglis appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Wreck at Goat’s Head</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="http://strangehorizons.com/fiction/the-wreck-at-goats-head/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Wreck at Goat’s Head by Alexandra Manglis</a></p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="https://www.carvezine.com/story/2019-fall-crawford" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Enchanted Forest by Brian Crawford</a></p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>Gerald, Andy and Anais discuss “The Wreck at Goat’s Head” by Alexandra Manglis, which was recommended by last our previous episode’s guest, Carina Saxon. The story captivated all three hosts with its mysterious prose, alluring magical realism, vivid imagery, and ghostly apparitions. They discuss themes of feminine power, matriarchal lines, and the tradition.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p><h2>Support us on Patreon</h2><p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p><a href="#" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a><h2>Looking for more to read?</h2><em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em><p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-175-the-wreck-at-goats-head-by-alexandra-manglis/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 175: The Wreck at Goat’s Head by Alexandra Manglis</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Wreck at Goat's Head - Alexandra Manglis - Literary Roadhouse Ep 175

N. K. Jemisin

Discussion Notes: The Effluent EngineThis week’s story:  The Effluent Engine by N.K. JemisinNext week’s story:  The Wreck at Goat’s Head by Alexandra ManglisRated: CleanThis week we welcome Carina Saxon to the podcast to discuss “The Effluent Engine” by N. K. JemisinCarina is a content writer. She formerly a Professor of English at Indiana University Bloomington, where she taught “The Effluent Engine” to over 100 undergraduate students. She holds a Master in Victorian Literature from Indiana University.Carina joined Gerald, Andy and Anais to discuss N.K. Jemisin’s novella-length steampunk, historical fiction, spy thriller. Beneath the flashy and entertaining plot there are nuanced themes pertaining to racism, sexism, and freedom.Have thoughts on this story?Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter @litroadhouse or in our FB group The Literary Roadhouse Readers.Join the Literary Roadhouse Readers Facebook Group!Support us on Patreon We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps. Support us on Patreon							 Looking for more to read? Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast. The post Ep 174: The Effluent Engine by N.K. Jemisin appeared first on Literary Roadhouse.

<h2>Discussion Notes: The Effluent Engine</h2><p>This week’s story: <a href="http://www.lightspeedmagazine.com/fiction/the-effluent-engine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Effluent Engine by N.K. Jemisin</a></p><p>Next week’s story: <a href="http://strangehorizons.com/fiction/the-wreck-at-goats-head/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Wreck at Goat’s Head by Alexandra Manglis</a></p><p><strong>Rated: Clean</strong></p><p>This week we welcome Carina Saxon to the podcast to discuss “The Effluent Engine” by N. K. Jemisin</p><p>Carina is a content writer. She formerly a Professor of English at Indiana University Bloomington, where she taught “The Effluent Engine” to over 100 undergraduate students. She holds a Master in Victorian Literature from Indiana University.</p><p>Carina joined Gerald, Andy and Anais to discuss N.K. Jemisin’s novella-length steampunk, historical fiction, spy thriller. Beneath the flashy and entertaining plot there are nuanced themes pertaining to racism, sexism, and freedom.</p><p></p><h2>Have thoughts on this story?</h2><p></p><p>Did we miss a crucial piece of this story? Tell us below! Or on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/litroadhouse" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@litroadhouse</a> or in our FB group <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Literary Roadhouse Readers</a>.</p><p></p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/LRHreaders/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a><br>Join the Literary Roadhouse Readers Facebook Group!<br><h2>Support us on Patreon</h2> <p>We are an indie podcast dependent on contributions from listeners like you. You decide how much to give and every bit helps.</p> <a href="#" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><br>Support us on Patreon<br>		<br>					</a> <h2>Looking for more to read?</h2> <em><a href="http://www.literaryroadhouse.com/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for a full list of all short stories discussed on the podcast.</a></em> <p>The post <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com/ep-174-the-effluent-engine-by-n-k-jemisin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep 174: The Effluent Engine by N.K. Jemisin</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.literaryroadhouse.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Literary Roadhouse</a>.</p>

The Effluent Engine - N. K. Jemisin - Literary Roadhouse Ep 174

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