Nuzzle House

A fathers day lesson on how kids just don't care about you. They don't care about you at all. They'll go out of their way to hurt you through lies and deception every time.Go on, read it yourself:https://bookshop.org/books/the-adventures-of-tom-sawyer-original-and-uncensored/9781074561192Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

I decide to spend my summer reading a classic story about young boys scrappin' and yellin'. I also begin the long journey of navigating a minefield of racist language. Sit back and enjoy an American classic.Go on, read it yourself:https://bookshop.org/books/the-adventures-of-tom-sawyer-original-and-uncensored/9781074561192Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

One story about appreciating the morons you live with by comparing them to even worse morons. And another about why you should never screw over a freelancer. Go on, read it yourself:https://www.feedbooks.com/book/4040/the-red-fairy-bookVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

We also learn: Ben actually likes being in the office again.Glen's is starting to think his lawn work is a compromise in his dignityGretchen is trying to get crows to give her giftsBen is finally as ignorant as Glen, and he doesn't like how it feelsGo read the books yourself:https://bookshop.org/books/ghostbusters-the-original-movie-novelizations-omnibus/9781789094664Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

A story about the failure of quantim computing... because it has 'down-time' like the weather? Oh well.Also: I get to fight with a bug who kept crawling around on my screen- that's probably pretty fun for you to hear.Go on, read it yourself:https://manybooks.net/titles/variousother09Thoughtcrime_Experiments.htmlVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This week we talk about a couple of books:The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle - by Stuart TurtonClaudia and the Phantom Phone Calls - by Ann M. MartinWe also learn:Ben is back on his jobGlen's lawn and unicorn riot are the only things keeping him saneGretchen keeps taking her segment to the maxGlen's dad won't stand for abstract talk about his 1959 Peugeot 403Go read the books yourself:The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastlehttps://bookshop.org/books/the-7-1-2-deaths-of-evelyn-hardcastle/9781492670124Claudia and the Phantom Phone Callshttps://bookshop.org/books/claudia-and-the-phantom-phone-calls-9781338642216/9781338642216Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

Took a break during the protests in my city before recording this episode. I was hoping that the story would be a nice break, but nope. The hero of our story is a jerk to the very end.Go on, read it yourself:https://bookshop.org/books/day-of-the-moron-9781530351428/9781530351428Listen to Miette's Bedtime Story Podcast here:https://www.miettecast.com/Follow Miette on twitter:https://twitter.com/mietteVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This week we talk about a couple of books:Dying Every Day: Seneca at the Court of Nero - by James RommThe Great Alone: A Novel - by Kristin HannahWe also learn: Ben Gets to keep his jobGlen's neighbors LOVE his lawn Gretchen is taking her segment to the next levelGo read the books yourself:Dying Every Day: Seneca at the Court of Nerohttps://bookshop.org/books/dying-every-day-seneca-at-the-court-of-nero/9780307743749The Great Alone: A Novelhttps://bookshop.org/books/the-great-alone-9791158511159/9781250229533Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

An opinionated and sexist jerk decides to make all his employees take an intelligence test. Because he's convinced 'morons are going to blow the building up'. We get to learn a lot about unions too... ugh.Also, I tried to have my window open so you could hear the soothing sounds of life outdoors like Miette from her 'bedtime stories' podcast. But that'll go south pretty quick when you have drunk neighbors.Go on, read it yourself:https://bookshop.org/books/day-of-the-moron-9781530351428/9781530351428Listen to Miette's Bedtime Story Podcast here:https://www.miettecast.com/Follow Miette on twitter:https://twitter.com/mietteVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This is that last book that anyone who is going insane from quarentine should ever read. But I did.Go on, read it yourself:https://bookshop.org/books/the-yellow-wallpaper/9781680920703Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This week we talk about a bunch of books:Sapiens - by Yuval Noah HarariThe Woman in Black - by Susan HillRingstones - by Sarban (John Wall)We also learn:Ben is worried about losing his jobGlen decides to start smoking a pipeGretchen gives us another chance with a new gardening tipGlen is deeply inspired by Michael JordanBen refuses to admit he's afraid of losing his jobGo read the books yourself:Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankindhttps://bookshop.org/books/sapiens-a-brief-history-of-humankind/9780062316110The Woman in Black: A Ghost Storyhttps://bookshop.org/books/the-woman-in-black-a-ghost-story-9780307950215/9780307950215Ringstoneshttps://bookshop.org/books/ringstones/9781627553605Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

We learn about an idolater who will do whatever it takes to get the gods to listen to his prayer... Just like Michael Jordan.Go on, read it yourself: https://bookshop.org/books/wonder-tales-the-book-of-wonder-and-tales-of-wonder/9780486432014Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

A man finds a town where people only die when they hear a voice calling their name- and somehow he manages to ruin it. Go on, read it yourself:https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/540Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This week we talk about a bunch of books:The Sparrow - by Mary Doria RussellMy Work Is Not Yet Done - by Thomas LigottiWe also learn:Ben's free and easy lifestyle may be over soonGlen learns that making carbonated milk isn't worth itGretchen pushes back on criticisms of her gardening tipsGlen hates his new catVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

I read a weird, proto-Snow White story, where only one dwarf seems self-aware and the witch dies in iron dancing shoes. Also, my love of Josh Gad died when he sexualized himself. Go on, read it yourself:https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/540Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This week we talk about a bunch of books:Behold the Dreamers - by Imbolo MbueThe witches of New York - by Ami McKay In the House upon the Dirt Between the Lake and the Woods by Matt BellWe also learn: Ben has a REALLY nice set of legs Glen needs a more 'Adventurous Palate' More gardening tips from Gretchen! Glen is obcessed with Josh Gad Ben might start dating people on GoodreadsVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

If you're powerful enough to keep a deathless man in your closet, why can't you do it again when you boyfriend frees him?Also, there's a Babba Yaga appearance for almost no reason.EnjoyGo on, read it yourself: https://www.feedbooks.com/book/4040/the-red-fairy-bookVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

Using the power of being a brain in a vat to destroy your enemies. Go on, read it yourself:https://www.feedbooks.com/book/4808/all-in-the-mindGo listen to Moaning Myrtle's Bathroom Podcast:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moaning-myrtles-bathroom/id1430595555?mt=2twitter:https://twitter.com/myrtlebathpodVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

This week we talk about a bunch of books: * The Blind Earthworm in the Labyrinth by Veeraporn Nitiprapha * he Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson * In the House upon the Dirt Between the Lake and the Woods by Matt Bell * Witches of New York by Ami McKay We also learn: * Ben can't video date because you can't work your pheromones over zoom * Glen might have Covid? * Gardening tips from Gretchen! * Glen gets alpha on his neighbor Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com for show info.

A scrappy gum-shoe figures out a crime. Nothing matters anymore.Go on, read it yourself:https://www.feedbooks.com/book/3474/arson-plusVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

The story of a group of people in Australia who have six months before the end of the world.This week we learn:Ben LOVES not having to work, Glen breaks his social distancing rules and hangs out with his neighbors, No tips from Gretchen, Glen needs to develop a pre-flight list for the show that includes taking care of dead mice.Go on, read it yourself:https://www.amazon.com/Beach-Nevil-Shute/dp/0307473996Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

What do you do when you're the sole survivor of a bloody battle? Chase after women. Go on, read it yourself: https://www.feedbooks.com/book/1628/gods-of-the-northVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

What starts out as an annoying customer turns into a game of cat-and-mouse.Go on, read it yourself:https://www.feedbooks.com/book/696/hunted-downVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

The story of a group of people in Australia who have six months before the end of the world. We learn:Ben is basically joblessGlen has nothing to talk about except how he hates his new catGretchen has pro-tips from George WashingtonGlen thinks Meg Ryan is 'comely'.Go on, read it yourself:https://www.amazon.com/Beach-Nevil-Shute/dp/0307473996Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

In the future, when you have a baby in a 1/1 population system the watch-word is 'sacrafice'.Go on, read it yourself:https://www.feedbooks.com/book/912/2-b-r-o-2-bVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

You ever want to see how a wealthy, media mogul lives in the future? Yeah, me too. Turns out? Living in a studio apartment is the coolest thing about being rich.Go on, read it yourself:https://www.feedbooks.com/book/477/in-the-year-2889Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

Episode Summary Well the book turned out even worse than we expected. Like, really worse. It's already about incest, but somehow managed to one up it's own self. We learn: Ben is going insane from working at homeGlen has nothing to talk about thanks to quarentiningGretchen has pro-tips from George WashingtonGlen and Ben decide that reading the second flowers in the attic book might not be a bad idea. Go on, read it yourself: Flowers in the Attichttps://www.amazon.com/Flowers-Attic-40th-Anniversary/dp/B07RK47YK1/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=flowers+in+the+attic&qid=1585631213&sr=8-4 Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

I read a really good short story about two girls living in a haunted house, then found out that Levar Burton beat me too it. He saw how successful I've been in the podcasting game, and he wanted a piece of the pie.Go on, read it yourself:https://kellylink.net/specialists-hatYou can learn more about Kelly and her work on her website:https://kellylink.netVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

Jerk, Anthony Boucher, tries to go for the brass ring of writing a good time-travel-paradox and fails pretty miserably. Also, my daughter told me I mispronounced "ennui".Go on, read it yourself:Transfer PointVisit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

Episode Summary We read a proto-twilight. But instead of vampires, it's the unholy lust between brother and sister We learn: Ben finally gets to work from homeGlen has nothing to talk about thanks to quarentiningGretchen barely has advice for us this weekGlen doesn't understand the nuances of social-distancing. Go on, read it yourself: Flowers in the Attic Visit https://nuzzlehouse.com/ for show info.

Virginia Woolf's stream of consiousness style of writing isn't the best for reading out loud- but at least it's not as sexist at the last book.Go on, read it yourself:Monday or Tuesday(both stories are in this book)Contact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

A dystopian story about a world where women rule over men, and the most sexist thing I've ever read. It barely even makes sense.Go on, read it yourself:Love StoryContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Episode Summary We both actually like a book for once. We learn: The receptionist at Ben's work is as good as deadGlen has nothing to talk about thanks to quarentiningGretchen has NO advice for us this weekGlen reveal's his hip-hop name Go on, read it yourself: Station Eleven Contact: Website Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected] Music: Intro/Close Music: Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band Music Download it here Review music: ‘Double Violin Concerto 1st Movement – J.S. Bach (4:17)’ by: Jon Sayles Download the it here

Two short stories from the early days of Phillip K. Dick's career (before he got good)Go on, read it yourself:The Eyes Have ItBeyond the DoorContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Episode SummaryWe continue to torture ourselves with the third episode of Stephanie Meyer's second offering to the 'Twilight Saga'.We learn:Ben has ex-girlfriend troubleGlen has a non-emergency happen with his ex-girlfriendGretchen kinda starts talking down to usWe're just really excited for the St. Patricks Day parade.Go on, read it yourself:New Moon - The Twilight SagaContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro/Close Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReview music:‘Double Violin Concerto 1st Movement – J.S. Bach (4:17)’ by: Jon SaylesDownload the it here

A non-eventful conclusion for non-eventful book... but at least it stayed consistently 'cute' all the way through.Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Mr. Smith makes a comeback... and it's STILL a boring chapterGo on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

With a chapter title like that, you wouldn't think that it would be a 'hilarious take' on suicide.Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Episode SummaryWe continue to torture ourselves with the second episode of the second installment from the "Twilight Saga". We learn:Soft bristle brushes are recommended, but Ben's mom never gave him anyThe apocolypse opens up opportunities to buy more Pledge for GlenBreak-ups never have to end for BenGo on, read it yourself:New Moon - The Twilight SagaContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro/Close Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReview music:‘Double Violin Concerto 1st Movement – J.S. Bach (4:17)’ by: Jon SaylesDownload the it here

The story of a young man navigating his way through a minefield of love... Still.Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

We continue to torture ourselves with the first six chapters of the second installment from the "Twilight Saga". We learn:Ben can't break up with his girlfriendGlen hurt his foot with expensive running shoesGretchen's cat is a real handfulBen tries to break up with the episode and fails at that tooGo on, read it yourself:New Moon - The Twilight SagaContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro/Close Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReview music:‘Double Violin Concerto 1st Movement – J.S. Bach (4:17)’ by: Jon SaylesDownload the it here

Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

In this episode we learn:Glen has a VERY attractive woman try to break into his garageBen's coworker is delightfully racistGlen learns that a favorite catchphrase is actually just creepyWeirdly, no one mentions Gretchen's all oral tipsGo on, read it yourself:Crystal SingerContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro/Close Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReview music:‘Double Violin Concerto 1st Movement – J.S. Bach (4:17)’ by: Jon SaylesDownload the it here

Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Episode Information:Charlotte Babb began writing when she could scribble her name on a chalk board, although she sometimes mistook "Chocolate" for "Charlotte" at the drug store ice cream counter. She brings to any project a number of experiences, including work as a web designer, technical writer, washing machine gasket inspector, cloth store associate, girl Friday, computer tech, and telephone psychic.She has studied the folk stories of many cultures and wonders what happened to ours. Where the stories are for people over 20 who have survived marriage, divorce, child rearing, education, bankruptcy, widowhood, and love's last kiss? She writes them.Support this author by downloading ’Maven's Fractured Fairy Tales’ for yourself. Use coupon code TY55U for your purchase.Learn more about Charlotte Babb at these sites:Amazon author pageFacebookTwitterSmashwordsBooks2ReadWebsiteContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it here

Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Go on, read it yourself:In Persuasion NationContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro/Close Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReview music:‘Double Violin Concerto 1st Movement – J.S. Bach (4:17)’ by: Jon SaylesDownload the it here

Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]:Intro Music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here

Go on, read it yourself:Sunshine Sketches of a Little TownContact:WebsiteInstagramTwitterEmail: [email protected]/Close music:Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66 by Steve's Bedroom Band MusicDownload it hereReading music:‘Variatio 9 a 1 Clav. Canone alla Terza’ by: Kimiko IshizakaDownload the album here