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Observe and Rapport is a blog, Instagram, and podcast channel that discusses wisdom, perspective, and lifestyle habits gained from books and other historical forms of media.

  1. Death on Payroll: The Life of an Executioner | The Observe and Rapport Show #40

    10/02/2025

    Death on Payroll: The Life of an Executioner | The Observe and Rapport Show #40

    Keith and Kyle sit down to discuss the life of Frantz Schmidt, a sixteenth-century executioner in Nuremberg, Germany. Based on Schmidt's unique journal, the book explores his public role in executing and punishing people, his private struggles with his profession and religious faith, and his attempt to gain honor and avoid the social stigma of being an executioner.  A rare, detailed look into the era's criminal justice, social customs, and even medical practices, challenging the common perception of executioners as monsters.  Books discussed in this episode: The Faithful Executioner - Joel F. Harrington Follow us:  https://observeandrapport.com/ Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithpleasestop Twitter: @observeandrapport  TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Subscribe to the Observe and Rapport Newsletter  Produced by @keithsullivan_91

    47 min
  2. HOKA's, Epstein, Lacrosse | The Observe and Rapport Show #39

    07/17/2025

    HOKA's, Epstein, Lacrosse | The Observe and Rapport Show #39

    Keith and Kyle sit down to discuss the benefits of running and the pros and cons of the current biggest brand names in the sport, the Epstein controversy, the origins of Lacrosse as told in the fascinating book “The American Game”, and why its in everyone’s best interest to do as they do in Copenhagen and smoke some weed, drink some alcohol and go for a bike ride.  Books mentioned in this episode: Born to Run - Christopher McDougall The American Game - S.L. Price Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/  Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithpleasestop Twitter: @observeandrapport TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Produced by Keith Sullivan

    1h 20m
  3. Truth, Tapper, and the Theater of the News | The Observe and Rapport Show #38

    07/08/2025

    Truth, Tapper, and the Theater of the News | The Observe and Rapport Show #38

    Keith and Kyle sit down to discuss Jake Tapper's new book "Original Sin", the novel cultural issue showcasing the lack of transparency between our institutions and the general public, New York City flirting with Socialism, and why Kyle has recently been choosing to read fiction over non-fiction books. Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/ Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan_91 Twitter: @observeandrapport TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Produced by Keith Sullivan

    54 min

  4. 05/15/2025

    Freedom of Speech - The Observe and Rapport Show #37

    Keith and Kyle return to discuss their experiences with fatherhood, the refreshing honesty of author and journalist David Foster Wallace, the elegance and brilliance of Amor Towles writing style, debate on wether or not Kanye West is a musical genius or not and his most recent controversies, and the complexity of navigating the right to free speech in the age of information and near-global broadcasting along with a discussion on what necessary boundaries, if any at all, should be placed on the individual in a time where such things are possible.  Books discussed in this episode: Consider the Lobster - David Foster Wallace Amor Towles - A Gentleman in Moscow  Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/  Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan_91  Twitter: @observeandrapport  TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2  Produced by Keith Sullivan

    1h 14m
  5. Drones, Kierkegaard, Social Bubbles | The Observe and Rapport Show #36

    12/17/2024

    Drones, Kierkegaard, Social Bubbles | The Observe and Rapport Show #36

    Keith and Kyle sit down to discuss the recent unexplained drone sightings around the country, the philosophy of Kierkegaard, social bubbles, and the story of "The Wager". Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/ Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan_91 Twitter: @observeandrapport TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Produced by Keith Sullivan

    58 min
  6. Kyle Mara | The Observe and Rapport Show #35

    11/24/2024

    Kyle Mara | The Observe and Rapport Show #35

    Keith and Kyle sit down for a guest episode with Kyle Mara. Kyle Mara is a comedian and film maker based in New York City. His new comedy special "Jokes on the Upper East Side" premiers on YouTube for all to stream 11/24/2024 at 12PM. Follow Kyle Mara: YouTube:  @kylemara  Instagram: @kylemara Kyle Mara's website: kylemara.com Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/ Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan_91 Twitter: @observeandrapport TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Produced by Keith Sullivan

    57 min
  7. The Election Episode | The Observe and Rapport Show #34

    11/16/2024

    The Election Episode | The Observe and Rapport Show #34

    Keith and Kyle sit down to discuss the atmosphere, results, and potential political, cultural and governmental reformations set in motion by the most recent presidential election. Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/ Instagram: @observeandrapport@keithsullivan_91 Twitter: @observeandrapport TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Produced by Keith Sullivan

    1h 3m
  8. Tom Brennan: 29029 Everesting | The Observe and Rapport Show #33

    11/05/2024

    Tom Brennan: 29029 Everesting | The Observe and Rapport Show #33

    Keith and Kyle sit down with Kyle's brother, Tommy, to discuss his recent completion and overall experience participating in the event 29029 Everesting, Tommy's journey that led him to decide take on the challenge, the benefits of willingly doing hard things, and how a bad experience can lead to the ultimate alleviation of lingering pain. Follow us: https://observeandrapport.com/ Instagram: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan_91 Twitter: @observeandrapport TikTok: @observeandrapport @keithsullivan2 Produced by Keith Sullivan

    1h 26m
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Observe and Rapport is a blog, Instagram, and podcast channel that discusses wisdom, perspective, and lifestyle habits gained from books and other historical forms of media.

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  • Creator
    Observe And Rapport
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Observe And Rapport
  • Show Website
    The Observe and Rapport Show