Episode 11 - Peter Cooper talks about Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
WOW! What a trip. What a break. What a comeback(?!).
I can hear some chasms in this episode - I apologise for the tiny crackling noises you can hear. I am fresh back to editing and trying to work out how I can reduce them/eliminate them completely. (Any tips gratefully received)
During this episode, I am joined by one of my personal heroes - and literary king - Peter Cooper. He is so intelligent beyond belief and listening to him talk about this book was a pleasure. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did x
This episode was recorded on 23/04/23
13 Nov 2023
Episode 10 - Lucy Evans talks about Big Blonde by Dorothy Parker
WOW! I am back (after ten short months). I've had a lot going on this year and I have really lost all semblance of organisation, with regards to this podcast.
This episode in particular has taken me a very long time to edit; I have kept abandoning it and then returning back to it. It's been an unhealthy relationship.
In this episode, I talk about the first book to make me cry (although unfortunately, only one tear came out).
This episode was recorded on 01/01/23.
If you are listening... THANK YOU!! I appreciate you more than you can know. If you like, you can email me at discuss@irrelevans.com or you can follow me on Instagram (@irrelevanspodcast).
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24 Jan 2023
Episode Nine - James Sheridan talks about Ikigai by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles
James's book of choice was Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles.
This book gave James a new meaning of purpose, and allowed him to 'slow down' in a meaningful way. It was great to speak with James about his philosophy towards life and how we should approach it - I'll definitely be borrowing his copy of Ikigai soon. This was such a fun and interesting episode to record and it was another challenge to edit down (we spoke for over two and a half hours in total!)
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Did you listen to this episode? I'd love to know what you think. Email me at discuss@irrelevans.com
Follow me on Instagram: @irrelevanspodcast
9 Jan 2023
Episode Eight - Connor Bennett talks about Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
Connor's book of choice was Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. A classic
I was a bit nervous to interview Connor as he interviews people for a living, but he was an absolute delight and this was lots of fun to record. It was also great to reminisce about Of Mice and Men (although I had to cut a lot of this out, unfortunately. Editing continues to pain me)
I feel that my editing skills have come a long way though, and I am really happy with this episode! Big thanks to Connor for being so hilarious throughout.
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Did you listen to this episode? I'd love to know what you think. Email me at discuss@irrelevans.com
Follow me on Instagram: @irrelevanspodcast
Thank you x
28 Dec 2022
Episode Seven - Millie Simon talks about Normal People by Sally Rooney
Millie's book of choice was Normal People by Sally Rooney. The TV adaptation (the chain) was also discussed
I forgot to ask Millie how we know each other during recording - Millie is a family friend and she is like a little sister to me. Although I'm 100% the one who learns from the other in this relationship
This episode was a treat to record and I had to edit out a lot of laughter (and some funny comments about Greggs merch).
P.S. I'm still yet to try vilk
19 Dec 2022
Episode Six - Aaron Em talks about Deschooling Society by Ivan Illich
Aaron's book of choice is Deschooling Society by Ivan Illich. Illich was a pretty radical dude :p
This episode is as much of a beginner's guide to philosophy of education, as it is a discussion about the book. There was a lot said that I chose to keep because it was interesting to hear about, and or it was helpful to know with overall regards to Illich's work.
It is always a treat to listen to someone talk about a subject that they clearly know a lot about and have a passion for. I thoroughly enjoyed recording this episode! And I must apologise for the amount of times I say the word 'cool' (what's tragic is that I actually edited out most instances of this).
13 Dec 2022
Episode Five - Andy Fyfe talks about his own journal
Andy's book of choice is his own journal, which he has started keeping recently as a tool to combat anxiety. Our conversation lasted for 2.5 hours overall, and it was very difficult to trim down to this final product - Andy is THAT funny. Enjoy!
7 Nov 2022
Episode Four - Roisin O'Dea talks about The Most of Nora Ephron by Nora Ephron
Roisin's book of choice is a collection of pieces of writing by journalist and screenwriter Nora Ephron. The book - which is something of a 'bible' to Roisin - provides lots of laughter, which is something that is very important to both Roisin and I! :)
31 Oct 2022
Episode Three - Will Knights talks about Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut
Will's book of choice is Slaughterhouse-Five; a book commonly accepted as an anti-war book. We discuss war and history as a subject - and the importance of telling it in an informed way.
27 Oct 2022
Episode Two - Georgia Redgrave talks about A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
The first 'proper' guest of the series is Georgia Redgrave, who has chosen to discuss a book called A Little Life.
The book contains difficult themes, so please do not listen to this episode if you feel triggered by mention of self-harm and abuse. x
16 Oct 2022
Episode One - Lucy Evans talks to Sultana Rahman about Irrelevans
Irrelevans is a podcast where during each episode, a different guest joins to talk about a book that's important to them - and the reasons for it.
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