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Paperweights

The Paperweights

Welcome to Paperweights, the podcast where two self-proclaimed gym rats and shooting enthusiasts delve into the world of literature with a sprinkle of humor. Although their biceps could crush a walnut, don"t let that intimidate you – they also have a nerdy side. Mike and Brandon have a voracious appetite for reading, particularly in the fantasy genre, and they want to share their passion with you. So grab your protein shake and your favorite novel, and join us for a humorous and insightful journey

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00:21:41

Episode 28 - Do Fantasy Races Exercise?

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2023/11/17

Today's episode is a solo episode with Mike. Brandon is out sick this week, so Mike attempts to address what workouts would look like for certain fantasy races. We hope you tune in and engage on the Instagram page.

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01:49:26

Episode 27 - The Machine Stops

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2023/11/10

In this episode, Mike and I discuss E.M. Forsters dystopian short story, The Machine Stops. The earth's surface is no longer habitable. All humanity is sequestered beneath the ground, couched in isolation and contentment. The Machine provides the needs of humanity. Mankind becomes subservient drones to the life-supporting Machine. But what happens when the Machine stops?

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01:14:00

Episode 26 - Fantasy Races

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2023/11/03

Mike and I discuss some of the major fantasy races and what we like/dislike about them. Acknowledging the differences within each race between IP/lores/worlds, as well. We had a lot of fun with this one and hope you do, too.

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00:45:57

Episode 25 - Push, Stream, and Scream

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2023/10/27

Join Mike and I as we discuss life. Topics today include pushing yourself beyond your comfortable stopping point, streamers, Alaska, Halloween, and of course, books!

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01:22:01

Episode 24 - Wesley Miller

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2023/10/20

Today, we are joined by independent author and podcast host, Wesley Miller. Wes is the author of the Machine Trilogy, which Mike and I just finished reading and discussing. Wesley is a father of two, husband, IT geek, and eclectic music enthusiast who resides in central Georgia. He does voice acting on the side and is also the creator, writer, producer, director, and co-host of Pigskins and Pageantry, a podcast about all things SEC Football. In addition to The Machine Trilogy, he has also written

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01:07:44

Episode 23 - Soul of the Machine Ch.12-End

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2023/10/13

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 12 through the end of Wesley Miller's Soul of the Machine and subsequently the finale of the Machine Trilogy. Caught in the vortex of a nuclear attack, John and Samantha Worthington manage to take cover and survive the blast but emerge to find that their town has been virtually obliterated. In their search for survivors in nearby cities they soon discover that these attacks have taken place on a grand scale. John's health begins to deteriorate as

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01:20:10

Episode 22 - Soul of the Machine Ch.1-11

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2023/10/06

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 1 through 11 of Wesley Miller's Soul of the Machine, the final book in the Machine Trilogy Caught in the vortex of a nuclear attack, John and Samantha Worthington manage to take cover and survive the blast but emerge to find that their town has been virtually obliterated. In their search for survivors in nearby cities they soon discover that these attacks have taken place on a grand scale. John's health begins to deteriorate as a result of

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01:03:13

Episode 21 - Disney, Books, and Beer

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2023/09/29

In this episode, Mike and I ended up discussing them parks, primarily Disney World, other books we are reading, and beer. We hope you enjoy our fly on the wall conversation, perhaps even pick up a pro-tip on how to use Disney Genie+ on your next Disney World visit.

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01:07:44

Episode 20 - Mind of the Machine Ch.13-End

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2023/09/22

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 13 through the end of Wesley Miller's Mind of the Machine. Caught in the vortex of a nuclear attack, John and Samantha Worthington manage to take cover and survive the blast but emerge to find that their town has been virtually obliterated. In their search for survivors in nearby cities they soon discover that these attacks have taken place on a grand scale. John's health begins to deteriorate as a result of exposure to radiation, but when they

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01:12:28

Episode 19 - Mind of the Machine Ch.1-12

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2023/09/15

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 1 through 12 of Wesley Miller's Mind of the Machine. Caught in the vortex of a nuclear attack, John and Samantha Worthington manage to take cover and survive the blast but emerge to find that their town has been virtually obliterated. In their search for survivors in nearby cities they soon discover that these attacks have taken place on a grand scale. John's health begins to deteriorate as a result of exposure to radiation, but when they finally

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00:56:29

Episode 18 - Is Your Water Too Soft?

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2023/09/08

In this episode, we sit down and have a conversation about anything that came to mind. We covered topics from soft water, attractions in the Dallas area, and spending money on things vs experiences. We hope to interject these in between books, so we can get to know each other, catch up, and give us a break from feeling the pressure of reading a book for the podcast. We hope you enjoy this one.

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01:15:15

Episode 17 - Heart of the Machine Ch.13-End

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2023/09/01

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 12 through the end of Wesley Miller's Heart of the Machine. Caught in the vortex of a nuclear attack, John and Samantha Worthington manage to take cover and survive the blast but emerge to find that their town has been virtually obliterated. In their search for survivors in nearby cities they soon discover that these attacks have taken place on a grand scale. John's health begins to deteriorate as a result of exposure to radiation, but when they

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01:00:55

Episode 16 - Heart of the Machine Ch.1-12

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2023/08/25

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 1 through 12 of Wesley Miller's Heart of the Machine. Caught in the vortex of a nuclear attack, John and Samantha Worthington manage to take cover and survive the blast but emerge to find that their town has been virtually obliterated. In their search for survivors in nearby cities they soon discover that these attacks have taken place on a grand scale. John's health begins to deteriorate as a result of exposure to radiation, but when they

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01:03:34

Episode 15 - Bourbon, Brews, and Mike

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2023/08/18

In this episode, we sit down and have a conversation about anything that came to mind. We covered topics from bourbon, brews, mike's life, and a little bit of our training. This is the first of this style of episode and we hope to interject these in between books, so we can get to know each other, catch up, and give us a break from feeling the pressure of reading a book for the podcast. We hope you enjoy this one.

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01:35:35

Episode 14 - In Conquest Born Ch.23-End

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2023/08/11

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 23 through the end of C.S. Friedman's debut novel, In Conquest Born. From Wikipedia: In Conquest Born is a 1986 science fiction novel by American author C. S. Friedman, which was nominated for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1988. The novel blends elements of space opera, anthropological science fiction, and military science fiction. The story takes place in the distant future where two societies of humans, the Azeans and Braxins,

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01:59:00

Episode 13 - In Conquest Born Ch.16-22

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2023/08/04

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 16 through 22 of C.S. Friedman's debut novel, In Conquest Born. From Wikipedia: In Conquest Born is a 1986 science fiction novel by American author C. S. Friedman, which was nominated for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1988. The novel blends elements of space opera, anthropological science fiction, and military science fiction. The story takes place in the distant future where two societies of humans, the Azeans and Braxins, vie

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01:46:24

Episode 12 - In Conquest Born Ch.9-15

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2023/07/28

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 9 through 15 of C.S. Friedman's debut novel, In Conquest Born. From Wikipedia: In Conquest Born is a 1986 science fiction novel by American author C. S. Friedman, which was nominated for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1988. The novel blends elements of space opera, anthropological science fiction, and military science fiction. The story takes place in the distant future where two societies of humans, the Azeans and Braxins, vie for

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01:56:43

Episode 11 - In Conquest Born Ch.1-8

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2023/07/21

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 1 through 8 of C.S. Friedman's debut novel, In Conquest Born. From Wikipedia: In Conquest Born is a 1986 science fiction novel by American author C. S. Friedman, which was nominated for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1988. The novel blends elements of space opera, anthropological science fiction, and military science fiction. The story takes place in the distant future where two societies of humans, the Azeans and Braxins, vie for

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01:40:35

Episode 10 - Eye of the World Ch.48-End

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2023/07/14

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 48 through Epilogue of Robert Jordan's Eye of the World.

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01:01:27

Episode 9 - Eye of the World Ch.42-47

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2023/07/07

In this episode, Mike and I discuss chapters 42 through 47 of Robert Jordan's Eye of the World.

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