Hello all,
Episode 17 of the podcast is now live!
Jeremy is joined by professor Joshua D. Phillips for a discussion on Hemingway’s classic novella, The Old Man and the Sea.
Through Santiago's epic struggle with the marlin, they explore the book’s meditation on ambition, sacrifice, and the meaning of victory itself. They also examine Hemingway's own life, and why this deceptively simple fable is such a timeless guide to completing life well.
Watch the episode for free on Substack, or on YouTube if you prefer.
Enjoy!
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