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  • Elton Reads A Book A Week: The Trailer...(again)!

    Elton Reads A Book A Week: The Trailer...(again)!
    Jul 12 2024

    Okay, so, I got a little overzealous with my first attempt at this trailer...and I uploaded it without making sure everything was up to snuff. So, I'm re-doing it. Not gonna lie, it's not the first time I've released prematurely, and it won't be the last, I'm sure.

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  • "Kneel Before Her!" The Lonely Life by Bette Davis

    "Kneel Before Her!" The Lonely Life by Bette Davis
    Jul 6 2024

    God, himself, announced her birth, with a lightning bolt and a peal of thunder,...and that's just a footnote. Bette Davis would redefine what it was to be an actress, and an actor overall. She was tough, determined, and principled at a time when men laid down the law in Hollywood. When she took her stand, women were seen as little more than eye candy, and using them to make a quick buck ruled the day. Bette was having none of that.

    From her earliest beginnings to her last days, Bette Davis knew she was special, and she was determined to let the world know it. Sure, we're familiar with that personality type, but Bette had the talent and drive to back it up. Confident, opinionated, and never afraid to fight for what she felt was right, Bette changed how actors saw themselves and their profession.

    She slapped around Hollywood, and walked away an icon. Join Elton as he tries to navigate the early life of the amazing Bette Davis, and trying his best not to crap his pants in the process.

    GET THE BOOK HERE! https://amzn.to/3LdHS2B

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    VOTE FOR THE STREET SWEEPER NAME (not "Police Brutality", sadly) HERE! https://lowellma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=853


    The following section is reserved for the people, places, things, and more that Elton probably offended in this episode--

    THE APOLOGIES SECTION: Lowell, Massachusetts, Christmas pranks, the English language, World War II, God, the Lowell Massachusetts City Council, burn victims (specifically children), incarcerated fathers, etc.


    A special thanks to Diedrich Bader and Jenna Fischer for all their inspiration.
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    1 h y 10 m
  • "CANADADADA!" Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry

    "CANADADADA!" Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry
    May 20 2024

    Buckle Up for Laughs & Feels! Elton Reads "Friends, Lovers & the Big Terrible Thing," well, "has read" and will tell you about it!


    This one is a doozy. Hold onto your coffee mugs, "Friends" fans, you're about to get rocked with some tragi-comedy! Elton tackles Matthew Perry's memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing," on Elton Reads A Book A Week. Was Chandler funny IRL? Did Matthew Perry steal Elton's woman? How many Vicodin is a lot? We uncover the life of Matthew Perry, and delve into overcoming addiction with humor, and ask: is Chandler more like Matthew than we thought? Tune in for a must-listen episode! #Friends #MatthewPerry #ComedyPodcast #MemoirReview #EltonReadsABookAWeek

    GET THE BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3WJ9kfK

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    [[[NOTE: My description of 'Friends' is almost entirely from this article: https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20190920-friends-the-show-that-changed-our-idea-of-family]]]

    SOURCES:

    Vicodin

    55 Vicodin

    Matty's Lost Teeth

    Giving up tennis

    https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/oct/29/alcoholic-troubled-life-matthew-perry-addicted-substance

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Perry

    APOLOGIES SECTION: Elton would like to apologize to the following people/places/things: The citizens of Williamstown, MA, the aftershave industry, internet pornography, the porn industry, people with addiction, Justin Trudeau, Canada, Ottawa, Queen Victoria, Van Gogh, John Bennett Perry, Suzanne Marie Morrison, and anyone/anything/any place not already mentioned.

    A special thanks to Jenna Fischer and Diedrich Bader
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    1 h y 16 m
  • *NOT SPONSORED BY COCA COLA! - A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney by Andy Rooney

    *NOT SPONSORED BY COCA COLA! - A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney by Andy Rooney
    Apr 16 2024

    Grumpy Genius? Hilarious Curmudgeon? You Decide! We Dissect Andy Rooney

    Ever wonder what goes through the mind of a 70-year-old man with a microphone? This week on Elton Reads A Book A Week, we delve into the life, career, and written word of the iconic (and sometimes infamous) Andy Rooney.

    Through the exploration of his book "A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney" we'll get to the bottom of questions like: Was he a grumpy genius who held a mirror to society's quirks? Or a hilarious curmudgeon who made us laugh at the absurdity of the everyday?

    Join us as we unpack:

    • Rooney's Rise to Fame: From WWII reporter to newspaper writer to "60 Minutes" curmudgeon, we explore his unlikely path to superstardom.
    • The Power of the Postscript: We dissect Rooney's signature segment and analyze its enduring comedic appeal.
    • Love Him or Hate Him? The Legacy of Andy Rooney: We debate his impact on journalism and comedy, and ask: is his brand of humor still relevant today?

    Prepare for laugh-out-loud moments, insightful commentary, and a healthy dose of nostalgia. This episode is perfect for anyone who remembers tuning in for Rooney's signature sign-off, or anyone who simply enjoys a good rant (or ten).

    So, grab your pipe and slippers, and get ready to reminisce about the man who wasn't afraid to tell it like it is!

    Plus, special guest Lemon McNally joins Elton to deliver a closing monologue called "Whiskey!"

    GET THE BOOK HERE: A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney by Andrew A. Rooney

    CONTRIBUTE HERE:

    Elton Reads A Book A Week Patreon

    SOCIALS: All the social media links here!

    EMAIL: eltonreadsabookaweek@gmail.com

    [[[[FOR SOURCES JUST EMAIL AND ASK]]]]

    MUSIC: "Apero Hour", "Backbay Lounge", "Intractable", "No Good Layabout"

    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/


    [APOLOGIES SECTION] Elton would like to apologize to the following people, places, and things: Albany, NY, newborns, WWII veterans, unicorns, leprechauns, special needs folks, Haagen Daz...again, and everyone and everything else I might have missed.


    A special thanks to: Jenna Fischer and Diedrich Bader.
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    1 h y 44 m
  • "Try a f*cking Dazzler!" Before The Chop by Henry Rollins

    "Try a f*cking Dazzler!" Before The Chop by Henry Rollins
    Mar 31 2024
    In this episode we explore the life and writing of a founding father of hardcore punk, Henry Rollins. A man that dove head first into his life and has become...almost everything. He's a punk rock and music legend, a movie start, writer, television host, a producer, DJ, a reporter, an interviewer, and so, so much more. We'll also delve into one of his books and along the way discover the greatest neighborhood ever imagined, how to seize life's reins, and beat the hell out of ice cream store customers. Join me for "Before the Chop III" by Henry Rollins, I promise you'll never look at circumcision the same way again. You heard me. GET THE BOOK HERE: Before the Chop III Kindle Edition BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR HERE: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/eltonreadsabookaweek https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elton-reads-a-book-a-week SOCIALS: ⁠https://linktr.ee/EltonReadsABookAWeek ⁠ EMAIL: eltonreadsabookaweek@gmail.com MUSIC: "Bass Vibes", "Walking Along" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Melo Rock 4 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/346-melo-rock-4 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Melo Rock 7 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/362-melo-rock-7 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license APOLOGY SECTION: Elton would like to apologize to the following people, places, things, etc.: Häagen-Dazs, Henry Rollins for the awkward picture, punk rock fans, circumcisions', Paul Simon, Henry Rollins, all of music.
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  • "Hell Lemons!" - 'Christine' by Stephen King

    "Hell Lemons!" - 'Christine' by Stephen King
    Sep 14 2023
    Welcome to 1978! The year of Garfield, Van Halen, Lego, and a murder mobile named "Christine. In this episode humor meets horror as Elton embarks on a comedic journey through the pages of Stephen King's iconic novel, 'Christine.' Buckle up for a rollercoaster of killer laughs, and deadly driving as he explores the eerie world of a possessed car with a wicked sense of humor. Good. God...with the puns. Discover Elton's unique take on the classic thriller, as he delves into a devilish story with a touch of dark absurdity laced witty commentary, hilarious anecdotes, and side-splitting insights. Whether you're a die-hard Stephen King fan or just looking for a good laugh, this episode promises entertainment, factoids and that are equal parts spooky and hilarious. Tune in and get ready to laugh your way through the supernatural twists and turns of 'Christine'! GET THE BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3rabgAD BECOME AN Elton Reads A Book A Week CONTRIBUTOR HERE: https://www.patreon.com/eltonreadsabookaweek https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elton-reads-a-book-a-week SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/EltonReadsABookAWeek EMAIL: eltonreadsabookaweek@gmail.com SOURCES: Stephen King has spent half a century scaring us, but his legacy is so much more than horror Stephen King: his childhood, his family, what scares him Stephen King - The Author Stephen King revealed the one thing that scares him more than anything else The Tough Childhood In Stephen King's The Shining Stephen King, The Art of Fiction No. 189 INTERVIEW WITH STEPHEN KING ONCHRISTINE THE TRAGIC REAL-LIFE STORY OF STEPHEN KING Stephen King Wiki : Christine Stephen King Biography 75 Facts About Stephen King ...apparently taken from a Cinefantastique article in the Feb 91 issue. Rereading Stephen King: week 15 – Christine APOLOGIES SECTION: Elton would like to apologize to the following people, places and things: Stephen King, Ruth King, David King, People that are gray flannels, and people that are regular flannels (may war never find you). Also, Portland, Maine, V8, Hawaiian Punch, grandmothers, and cheese. A special thanks to Jenna Fischer and Diedrich Bader
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  • "WTF Charles?!" Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

    "WTF Charles?!" Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
    Jul 25 2023

    Great Expectations, the story of a boy who turns into a man while being surrounded by a**holes, gets the Elton Reads A Book A Week treatment! Join Elton on a trip down Dickensian way before meeting up with a prime example of Victorian drama. It's weirder than you think.


    The life of Charles Dickens starts like many did in the Georgian Era of England's history...crap. He was a sickly kid from a big, poor family. Then, as he got older and his entire family was thrown in debtor's prison, he was factory bound. There he learned to love to hate every day! Later, he learns to spin sh*t into gold. Listen for more...


    Thank you for listening!


    GET THE BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/44H2ZT5


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    EMAIL: eltonreadsabookaweek@gmail.com

    SOURCES: https://exec.typepad.com/greatexpectations/what-is-a-gentleman.html

    https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-17017791

    https://www.yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk/debtors-prison/#:~:text=It's%20called%20the%20Debtors'%20Prison,them%20to%20be%20held%20here.

    https://www.charlesdickenspage.com/dickens-and-the-theatre-moskovitz.html

    https://thebookhabit.co.uk/2018/11/07/literary-lifestyles-the-writing-habits-of-charles-dickens/#:~:text=In%20order%20to%20ensure%20that,keep%20track%20of%20his%20story

    https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/night-soil-men-victorian-era-poop

    https://www.gastongazette.com/story/news/2012/11/30/today-in-history-charles-dickens/34378631007/

    https://dickenssociety.org/archives/1630

    https://www.press.jhu.edu/journals/dickens-quarterly

    https://www.britannica.com/biography/Charles-Dickens-British-novelist


    THE APOLOGIES SECTION

    Elton would like to apologize to the following people, places, and things: The Dickens Family, Karl Marx, Victorian & Georgian eras of English history, El Debarge, Boys II Men, Lionel Richie, Portsmouth England, and English dentists.


    A special thank you to Jenna Fischer and Diedrich Bader
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  • *PATREON PREVIEW* Those Jovial Four Horsemen of The Apocalypse - Part 1

    *PATREON PREVIEW* Those Jovial Four Horsemen of The Apocalypse - Part 1
    Jun 7 2023

    As a little break in the booky-book episodes I thought I'd kick out something different. Here's a preview of a series I'll be putting on Patreon. It's a limited series about The Four Horsemen of The Apocalypse meeting every Saturday to end the world as, you find out, they've been doing for millennia...and still haven't done it. This is the first of a lot of Jovial Horsemen scripts I wrote years ago. Enjoy the free preview, folks! Oh, when posted on Patreon, everything is ad free, including these.


    Also, there's a little slider at the bottom when I post these that lets you call an upload a "bonus." I'm going to try it. I don't know what's going to happen, so...hopefully it all works out. If not, I'll change it back...if I can. Fingers crossed.


    Let me know what you think! I'll include a poll via Spotify to let me know directly...or email me at: eltonreadsabookaweek@gmail.com OR via any of the social media things. You can also contribute to the pod via Patreon! Help me produce this thing! Thanks you for listening...

    BECOME AN Elton Reads A Book A Week CONTRIBUTOR HERE: https://www.patreon.com/eltonreadsabookaweek

    AND/OR https://anchor.fm/elton-reads-a-book-a-week

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    EMAIL: eltonreadsabookaweek@gmail.com
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