Literally Drinking

Literally Drinking
  • 5.0 (10)
  • Books

A relaxed, book-loving podcast where Canadian authors join us for a drink and a casual, well-hydrated conversation.

Episodes

  1. Oct 20

    Filipe Masetti Leite. 'The Long Rider Trilogy'

    In this episode we’re joined by Filipe Masetti Leite who rode horseback some 27,000 kilometers across the Americas! He’s got stories, he’s got thoughts and we have a few drinks to get through.  Join us. The Long Rider Trilogy is available in Canada at Amazon.ca Filipe’s Three Favourite books: Tschiffely's Ride: Ten Thousand Miles in the Saddle from Southern Cross to Pole Star by Aime TschiffelyShantaram by Gregory David RobertsThe Motorcycle Diaries: Notes on a Latin American Journey by Ernesto Che Guevara and Alberto Granado(bonus!)  Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! By Robert T. Kiyosaki Filipe’s ‘Ulysses Pick’ for over-rated book:  The Harry Potter Books Filipe’s Current Reading List:  An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield Book Filipe to speak to your group here:  https://speakerscanada.com/keynote-speaker/filipe-masetti-leite/ Find Filipe on YouTube and watch ‘The Long Rider’ documentary @filipemasetti Find Filipe on Instagram @filipemasetti Credits: Drink: Leblon Cachaca sugarcane spirit from www.craftcellars.ca Music:  Basil No! Find Paul Boucher at paulboucher.com  Literally Drinking on Instagram:  @Literallydrinking Literally Drinking on YouTube:  @LiterallyDrinking

  2. Oct 6

    Thomas Trofimuk. 'Saudade'

    Saudade is published by NeWest Press Find Thomas (and sign up for his ‘sorbets’) at https://www.thomastrofimuk.com/sorbets  Thomas’s Three Favourite books (as of today): Setting Free the Bears - By John IrvingCat’s Cradle  - By Kurt VonnegutMr. Gwyn - By Alessandro BariccoThomas’s Ulysses Pick for most overrated book *with conditions: The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje Thomas’s Current Reading List: Transcription - By Ben LernerIf on a Winter's Night a Traveler - By Italo CalvinoTheo of Golden - By Allan Levi  Credits: Drink: Joseph Drouhin Macon-Villages 2023 (chardonnay) from www.craftcellars.ca Music:  Basil No! Find Paul Boucher at https://www.paulboucher.com Literally Drinking on Instagram:  @Literallydrinking Literally Drinking on YouTube:  @LiterallyDrinking

  3. Sep 29

    Brian Wood. 'Zen in Beverly Hills'

    Don't tell me what the poets are doing Don't tell me that they're talking tough Don't tell me that they're anti-social Somehow not anti-social enough…   ~ The Tragically Hip Literally Drinking is the podcast where Paul Boucher and Ross Mikkelsen sit with Canadian authors, have a few drinks and talk books.  In this episode, we’re joined by poet (and literary agent) Brian Wood. We talk about his latest poetry compilation, the role of poetry in the world today and his surprising vote for ‘best hockey memoir of all time’.  Check it out. Zen in Beverly Hills is published by - and can be purchased at:  Equation Books Find Brian at www.brianjwood.com Brian’s Three Favourite Books: Lolita by Vladimir NabokovHerzog by Saul BellowCollected Poems by Philip Larkin Brian’s recommended hockey book:  Journeyman by Sean Pronger Brian’s Ulysses Pick for overrated book(s):  The Lord of the Rings and C.S. Lewis Brian’s Current Reading List: The Western Canon:  The books and School of the Ages by Harold BloomTeam of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin Credits: Drink: Highland Park ‘Viking Heart’ 15 year old Single Malt Scotch Whisky @HighlandParkOfficial purchased @Craftcellars   Music:  Basil No! Find Paul Boucher at paulboucher.com  Literally Drinking on Instagram:  @Literallydrinking Literally Drinking on YouTube:  @LiterallyDrinking

  4. Sep 2

    Tom Babin. 'Frostbike'

    Tom Babin is our favourite urban cycling expert – and he’s about to be your favourite too. Here is our conversation about Radler, winter cycling, the politics of helmetry, those damn kids on their e-scooters, bike theft and…studs.  Tom is the author of ‘Frostbike’ and the host of YouTube’s ‘Shifter’ where he explores cycling, cities, and practical transportation issues through brisk storytelling and engaging video content. “There’s no right bike. Just ride a bike.” – Tom Babin Find Tom @Shifter ‘Frostbike: The Joy, Pain and Numbness of Winter Cycling’ published by Rocky Mountain Books   Credits: Drinks:  EKG Hazy Pale Ale and Yuzu Radler from @CanmoreBrewing Music:  Basil No! Find Paul Boucher at paulboucher.com

  5. Jul 17

    Adam Policzer. 'The House Across the Street'

    Would you protect your neighbour's child from the Nazi Holocaust? Listen to our discussion with Adam and Irene Policzer about their new graphic autobiography detailing Adam's escape from the Holocaust during World War Two.

  6. May 25

    Glen Mikkelsen. ‘Kelly Sutherland: King of the Chucks’

    Glen Mikkelsen shares insights from his biography of legendary chuckwagon driver Kelly Sutherland.  We discuss Kelly’s career, personal struggles, and the cultural significance of chuckwagon racing in Canada.

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About

A relaxed, book-loving podcast where Canadian authors join us for a drink and a casual, well-hydrated conversation.

Information

  • Creator
    Literally Drinking
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Literally Drinking
  • Show Website
    Literally Drinking

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