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Romeo Rosales
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Literary discussions & opposing viewpoints about all things bookish. Whether you like romance, history, science-fiction, self-help etc. by (mostly) Latinx authors, this podcast has something for all readers.

Episodes

  1. 09/10/2020

    S2, E1: BOOK DISCUSSION. “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury

    We are back with Season 2! We thought we would start this one out with a bang, so we went with Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451.” Tune in to hear our genuine discussion.

    49 min

  2. 07/27/2020

    10. Bonus Episode! BOOK DISCUSSION. “George Washington Gomez” by Americo Paredes.

    In this brief bonus episode, we take a look at a lesser-known book. The book details the atrocities that Mexicans faced at the hands of the Texas Rangers in Deep South Texas during the first half of the 20th century.

    8 min

  3. 07/13/2020

    9. BOOK DISCUSSION. “The Line Becomes A River” by Francisco Cantu

    Tune in as we discuss this 2018 award-winning book. The Line Becomes A River was an instant NYT Bestseller and has accumulated numerous prestigious awards. Cantu spent years on the border as a Border Patrol agent, so his dispatches are not only relevant, but absolutely necessary. Music by Del Toros.

    1h 3m

  4. 06/27/2020

    8. BOOK DISCUSSION: "Raising Men: Lessons Navy SEALs Learned from Their Training and Taught to Their Sons"

    Tune in as we discuss fatherhood and our latest read. “Raising Men” by Eric Davis is a parenting/self-help guide for new parents or for parents who have been in the game for a while. Special thanks to our listeners and supporters. Music by: Del Toros

    47 min

  5. 06/17/2020 · BONUS

    7. BONUS EPISODE: Our Past, Present, and Future

    We provide a very brief update about what we have read and discussed since the inception of the podcast as well as what we will be reading in the future. Contains a sample of "Descarga Del Toro" by Del Toros (IG: @deltorosmusic)

    2 min

  6. 06/17/2020

    6. BOOK DISCUSSION: “The House on Mango Street” by Sandra Cisneros

    We discuss this literary classic that although concise, packs a serious punch. 36 years after it was originally published, and this book is still just as relevant. Music: www.bensound.com

    42 min

  7. 06/17/2020

    5. BOOK DISCUSSION: "The Inner Game of Tennis" by W. Timothy Gallwey

    In this episode, we briefly discuss "the classic guide to the mental side of peak performance".

    30 min

  8. 06/17/2020

    4. BOOK DISCUSSION: "Outliers: The Story of Success" by Malcolm Gladwell

    In this episode, we have a brief discussion regarding Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers: The Story of Success".

    51 min

  9. 06/17/2020

    3. BOOK DISCUSSION: "Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad

    We read this literary classic by one of literatures greatest writers. We bring you the pros and cons of this book and dive deep into Conrad’s overall angle. Tune in to find out our take.

    52 min

  10. 06/17/2020

    2. BOOK DISCUSSION: “Supermarket” by Bobby Hall a.k.a. Logic

    Tune in to hear our discussion about this mind-bending debut novel by Grammy award-winning artist Logic! We break this one down into 3 rounds to provide readers/listeners with an interesting take.

    53 min

  11. 06/17/2020

    1. BOOK DISCUSSION: “Open Veins of Latin America” by Eduardo Galeano

    We break down this Latin American history book in terms of readability, content and relevance today. Romeo and Ricco go head-to-head each round to discuss the pros and cons of this book to see who, if anybody, comes out as the Lucha Libro champ for this round.

    50 min

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Literary discussions & opposing viewpoints about all things bookish. Whether you like romance, history, science-fiction, self-help etc. by (mostly) Latinx authors, this podcast has something for all readers.

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  • Creator
    Romeo Rosales
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Romeo Rosales
  • Show Website
    Lucha Libro