What are some of the best books or podcasts that you have read or listened to recently or recommend to others?

[AmericanPie]

I'm sure we all love football, but sometimes we need a break from it or want to learn something new or enjoy something different. That's why I wanted to share with you some of the best books or podcasts that I have read or listened to recently or recommend to others.

Books:

• The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. This is a fascinating and uplifting novel about a woman who gets to explore different versions of her life and what could have been if she had made different choices. It makes you think about what really matters in life and how to appreciate what you have.
• The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse by Charlie Mackesy. This is a beautiful and heartwarming book of illustrations and quotes that capture the essence of friendship, kindness, courage and hope. It's a perfect gift for yourself or someone you love.
• Atomic Habits by James Clear. This is a practical and insightful guide on how to build good habits and break bad ones. It explains the science and psychology behind habit formation and gives you simple and effective strategies to improve your life.

Podcasts:

• That Peter Crouch Podcast. This is a hilarious and entertaining podcast hosted by former England striker Peter Crouch and his friends Tom Fordyce and Chris Stark. They talk about all things football, from dressing rooms to transfers, from tactics to celebrations, from fans to managers, and more.
• No Such Thing As A Fish. This is a witty and informative podcast hosted by the researchers behind the TV show QI. They share the most interesting and bizarre facts that they have discovered each week, covering topics from history to science, from culture to sports, from animals to plants, and more.
• How To Fail With Elizabeth Day. This is an inspiring and honest podcast hosted by journalist and author Elizabeth Day. She interviews celebrities and successful people about their failures and how they learned from them. She explores the lessons and wisdom that can be gained from embracing failure rather than fearing it.

What about you? What are some of the best books or podcasts that you have read or listened to recently or recommend to others? Why did you like them or find them useful? What did you learn or enjoy from them?

Share your suggestions and reviews here and let's discover new things together!

Edited May 19, 2023 by AmericanPie

[Piethagoram 𝕏 @piethagoram]

Favourite podcasts : The Rest is Politics, Magpie Circle

Favourite book : The Shadow of the Wind

 

[liampie]

i miss the pride of nottingham poncast, it was a brilliantly produced by @Chris.

i do watch the magpie circle but its a web show, not a podcast.

i have not read a book for years, when the game of thrones were on tv, i did buy all the books and yes, i know thats the tv title.

[Chris Website URL Visit Site 𝕏 fmcj10 Instagram fmcj10]

The Magpie Circle is great; Paul Mace is fantastic in front of the camera. I have been hoping to see him in person, just to say hello and let him know my thoughts in person. I don't really listen to podcasts as much these days; it seems something every man and their dog has.

I do watch a lot of YouTube with @CutiePie.

I'm proud to say I have watched these two channels from the grand up and before they had many followers. Ava, also can recall any episode you mention and state facts about them. Its quite unreal!

https://www.youtube.com/c/PleasantGreen

https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhyFiles

The last book I read was about a Derby fan and his father, Joe Jones lent me the book. It's a very good read.

[allardyces tash]

The Pride of Nottingham PONcast and The Magpie Circle are the only two podcasts I’ve listened to. I miss them and they were always worth listening to. However, I understand that @Chris doesn’t have time for it with everything else he’s doing.

[CliftonMagpie]

I don’t listen to any podcasts, but I do occasionally watch The Magpie Circle. Despite being of the age where you might expect me to consume a lot of media on YouTube, I don’t. I’m not a teenager anymore.

[super_ram]

On 19/05/2023 at 17:12, Chris said:

The Magpie Circle is great; Paul Mace is fantastic in front of the camera. I have been hoping to see him in person, just to say hello and let him know my thoughts in person. I don't really listen to podcasts as much these days; it seems something every man and their dog has.

I do watch a lot of YouTube with @CutiePie.

I'm proud to say I have watched these two channels from the grand up and before they had many followers. Ava, also can recall any episode you mention and state facts about them. Its quite unreal!

https://www.youtube.com/c/PleasantGreen

https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhyFiles

The last book I read was about a Derby fan and his father, Joe Jones lent me the book. It's a very good read.

The book you refer to is called   "Son Of My Father",Me,My Dad and Derby County FC  by Craig Trembirth. This covers seasons1979-2004 and is a brilliant read from  when the son attends his first Derby Count match with his dad..It takes in much more than football and any fan could relate to the ups and downs and social changes experienced. 

@Chris you lent me this book several years ago and I got about halfway through it but it was hidden away one of the times Mum was in hospital.I rediscovered it while I've been tidying up.I really must finish it and return it to you so you can return it to JJ

[Chris Website URL Visit Site 𝕏 fmcj10 Instagram fmcj10]

1 hour ago, super_ram said:

@Chris you lent me this book several years ago and I got about halfway through it but it was hidden away one of the times Mum was in hospital.I rediscovered it while I've been tidying up.I really must finish it and return it to you so you can return it to JJ

Joe originally lent it to me, then he said I could have it to give to you. He didn't want it back, it was one of those books he bought because people told him it was interesting, he read it and then offered to borrow it me. I read some of it, forgot about it until he said to give it you.

[Fan of Big Tone 𝕏 @mainstandpie]

I’m reading a book called 11.22.63 by Stephen King at the moment it’s a time travel story about the Kennedy assassination, it’s very good.

I don’t listen to podcasts but I have watched the Magpie Circle videos occasionally which are very good.