Greg Block's Fav Reads Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Join Greg and his knowledgeable guests as they pass the talking stick on this one mic podcast. Enjoy extrapolative conversations rooted in literature with music shorts by Jocelyne Block. Visit gregblock.ca/podcast to subscribe for premium episodes
Chicken or egg: people listening because you're making money, or making money because people are listening?
In the Fav Reads season 2 opener, returning guest Sean Nixon shares some exciting news and discusses riddles like this with Fav Reads host Greg Block.
McGoshe vs. the purchase-rapists.
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From now until April 24th, use the following link to get a free auto-narrated copy of Prom Eternal by Greg Block from GooglePlay:
https://play.google.com/redeem?code=MMPWXZ8LW974R
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In Chapter 6, Jake and Raj observe some of the lifestyle of those on the shelf. Jake's not into it. Find the auto-narrated copy by Parag only at gregblock.ca
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Introducing Mary, one of three google auto-narrating robots selected for the self-reading function of the Prom Eternal eBook!
It's the cheapest copy of Prom Eternal you can get your dirty, sex-obsessed hands on. Find the auto-narrated audiobook on GooglePlay or at gregblock.ca
Prom Eternal is now available in eBook format! Get it from these retailers:
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A swing and a miss at Battle of the Bands and Hazie dumps Jake. Enjoy this final entry of the sneak peak Special Edition visual audiobook for Prom Eternal, narrated and produced by Greg.
Prom Eternal is now available in eBook format! Get it from these retailers:
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Audiobook coming soon.
In Chapter 3, Jake gets even with Hazie, kind of, not really.
Prom Eternal is now available in eBook format from these retailers:
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Audiobook coming soon.
Greg recommends How I Made $2 Million in the Stock Market by Nicolas Darvas.
Jocelyne flips the script and interviews Greg on his debut novel Prom Eternal, available now at these eBook retailers:
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Audiobook coming soon
Today is the release day of Prom Eternal! It is a party here at gregblock.ca where we are wishing everyone a happy Friday! Enjoy this Special Edition visual audiobook chapter of the novel narrated and produced by Greg Block. Head to Spotify to see the video for this episode.
In Chapter Two, Jake gets the girl and has it all but lets his demons get the better of him.
Prom Eternal is available now! Visit gregblock.ca/ebooks for a list of retailers, or buy it from us!
Greg combines the Fav Reads Mailing List and Podcast into one current-state flow with today's Fav Read's entry, The Jungle Book. Prom Eternal, the debut novel by Greg Block, goes live tomorrow Friday March 3. Visit gregblock.ca/ebooks to learn more
Books in this ep:
-The Jungle Book
-LOTR
-HP Lovecraft
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Sick of getting life-robbed by digital tech? Prom Eternal by Greg Block is an eBook and Audiobook that will help you break back into reality. Enjoy this Special Edition Visual-Audiobook chapter narrated and produced by Greg.
Chapter 1: As High School kicks off, Jake meets Hazie and can't get her out of his mind.
Prom Eternal is available for pre-order now! Visit gregblock.ca/ebooks for a list of retailers, or buy it from us!
Greg and his beloved discuss Anne of Green Gables, the pull of returning to trusted and familiar media, and the pleasure gained from wholesome pursuits and activities.
Books in this ep:
-Anne of Green Gables
-The Fifth Sacred Thing
-The Lord of the Rings
-The Fionavar Tapestry
-Night Cars
-Supposing
-The Little Mouse, the Big Hungry Bear, and the Red Ripe Strawberry
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Greg explores one of his top favs, makes efforts to clarify exactly what his operation is and is doing, and announces the immediate release of The Clandestine Sequence audiobook on the Kobo store, produced by Jocelyne Block.
Books in this ep:
-The Well at the World's End by William Morris
-Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
-The Lord of the Rings
-Confucian Classics
-The Written World
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Elvis guides Greg in a novel deep dive with a surprising twist, explores his reading ritual and process of finding new exquisite-condition used hardcovers, and discusses the importance of physically-present books in the family home.
Mya joins the episode halfway to discuss (or rather dismantle the notion of) Mom Books, shares her passion and respect for parenting guides, and explores the classic genre of 'woman porn'.
Books in this ep:
-Out of the Dark by David Weber
-The Light of Other Days by Arthur C. Clarke
-Atomic Habits
-The Harvey parenting books
-Gentle parenting books
-Fifty Shades of Grey
-Colleen Hoover, in her all her resplendent glory
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Epsilon take me now!
PROM ETERNAL is the upcoming debut novel by Greg Block. It is a love story from the far-future where man’s purpose as facilitator of technological innovation is under threat from a generation of youth more interested in finding meaning in love. Head to Spotify to see the video for this episode.
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Greg pays tribute to his late brother Kyle Block and teases the upcoming eBook/audiobook releases of Prom Eternal and The Clandestine Sequence.
Books in this ep:
-The Written World
-Zen, Mind Beginner's Mind
-Marketing Made Simple
Music by BBJ featured:
Dakota's Song
Song for Vic
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In Fav Reads' first remotely conducted episode, film and stage actor Adolyn HD and Greg discuss the duality of passion, live auditions and the performance state of improvisation, and the perception of what is natural vs. unnatural.
Books discussed in this ep:
-Homeland by R.A. Salvatore
-The Lion of Macedon - David Gimmell
-The Written World - David Puchner
-The Wheel of Time - Robert Jordan
-Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
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For the Valentine's Day edition of Fav Reads, Greg sits down with his mom to discuss the Italian-style appreciation of fine art, what constitutes good writing, and the importance of cultural tradition.
Books in this ep:
-Horse - Geraldine Brooks
-Outlander
-I Love You Like a Tomato
-Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
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Greg and Granny Leah discuss the necessity of taking initiative in career and mentorship pursuit, explore the various forms of literary ingestion, be it paper-bound, eReader device, or audiobook, and the integral role of work-ethic in the confident exploration of limitless interest.
Books in this episode:
Educated - Tara Westover
Spare - Prince Harry
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Greg sits with professional stunt-woman, actress, and mother Devon Slack to discuss confidence and self-projection, the importance of work-ethic and willingness to seize opportunities, and balancing a career with parenthood.
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Greg and proud Calgarian Sean Nixon discuss space garbage, whether or not an over-abundance of talent breeds laziness, and the process of surrendering to / distilling vibes into artistic product.
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At Bold Athlete HQ, Simon Docherty and Danny Starosta join Greg to discuss strategic planning, community building, and staying focused in the pursuit of excellence. Ladies take note of these eligible bachelors. boldathlete.com
Books in this episode:
Good to Great
Four Agreements
The Book of Five Rings
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Sandra's coach and competitive boxer Kimani Crawford stops in en route to nationals to discusses the champion mindset, the essential practice of visualization, and the important role rhythm plays in both practice and performance.
A Regulators Only presentation. Shout out Goku
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Greg descends into madness with Sandra and Bob. Presented by Regulators Only
Books on this ep:
Cancelled - Mark Paralovos Conscious Healing - Sol Luckman Aphrodisiacs, Herbs, Perfumes - Richard Alan Miller
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Johann and Greg explore scary themes in Sci-fi such as the dark forest, scratch the surface of Dune, and touch upon sacrifices made to keep hope alive.
Books discussed:
The Three-Body Problem
Dune
Children of Men
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Greg Block and Matt Kerr discuss the value of team work in the creative process, staying motivated to excel, and the maintenance of productive habits.
Books on this episode:
Atomic Habits
Barbarians at the Gate
Buffett: The Snowball
Buffett: The Making of an American Capitalist
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Matt Jinks and Greg discuss the importance of catching an audience at the right time and place with anecdotes from their own experience.
Cormac McCarthy and A Random Walk Down Wall Street (titled something along those lines) get dabs, The Departed and Hemmingway get shit on. Shout out Princess Vanellope
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Cale Shapera joins Fav Reads as Greg's inaugural guest for discussions regarding the creative spark and whether or not AI can emulate it, and if that matters anyways.
Featured books:
The Gambler - Fyodor Dostoevsky
His Dark Materials - Philip Pullman
Animorphs - K.A. Applegate
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