The High School Book Club

The High School Book Club


Latest Episodes

Ep. 7 - This Play's the Thing That Makes Our Hearts Sing
April 27, 2016

To commemorate the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, two teachers and one professor discuss the Bard's greatest play, Hamlet. The conversation includes a Danish history lesson, a critical analysis, and a playful "What if?"...

Ep. 6 - Our Best Words in the Best Order
March 22, 2016

Two English teachers engage in a discussion of poetry that includes both struggles and celebrations in the classroom. We read some teaching favourites, as well as a sample of our own poetry.

Ep. 5 - The Virtuous Coward
February 24, 2016

Three English teachers discuss the narrative tricks and discomforting themes present in Tim O'Brien's short story, "On the Rainy River".

Ep. 4 - Between a Beast and a Hero
December 14, 2015

Three English teachers share insights, and some differing opinions, about Shakespeare's tragic character, Macbeth.

Ep. 3 - The Beast and Truth Within
November 22, 2015

Why Lord of the Flies is still relevant in 2015

Ep. 2 - Son of a Salesman
October 26, 2015

To celebrate Arthur Miller's centennial, three English teachers gush over his beloved play Death of a Salesman.

Ep. 1 - To Kill a Watchman
September 26, 2015

Harper Lee's new book vs. the beloved classic