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Cheese for Thought

Ariel Ringe, Drew & Maggie Brouwers

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Hello and welcome to creep street all you ghouls and ghoulettes! We are 3 cheese head best friends from good ol’ Wisconsin who share the same passion for true crime. We hope you enjoy our show and are so happy you’re here. New episodes will drop every week so grab your cloaks and goblets, it’s about to be a doozy.
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Mere Mortals Book Reviews

Kyrin Down & Juan Granados

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Hey we are the Mere Mortals and we review books of all genres/styles but with an emphasis on those that have stood the test of time (the 'classics' if you will). Join us on Weekly live episode on Thurs 11am AEST (Thurs 1am UTC+0) plus bonus episodes from my cohost Juan.
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There will always be someone selling BS, but you can learn how to spot it. 'Bad Science' by Ben Goldacre is an expose of sorts showcasing instances of media (individuals & as a whole) distorting statistics & scientific data. He explains the various errors they commit while examining the various reasons as to why they occurred. There are 16 chapters…
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Unfiltered & raunchy podcaster Hallie Batchelder joins the boys to discuss Drake sliding in her DMs, ideal body count for men & women, tricking men to pay for her b🍒b job, hooking up with Mike, red flags in men, intimate friendship w/ Alex Cooper, beta energy & 🍆 size, if she would marry a rich cheater, her obsession with Camilla Araújo, women fini…
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The future of Asia is interesting but even more so is the man who created it! 'Lee Kuan Yew' by Allison & Blackwill is a compiled selection of speeches & quotes from Lee Kuan Yew bundled together to come across as a single interview. The focus is on his opinions over the years on what he imagines the future will look like. It's split into 10 chapte…
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2x NBA All-Star & New York’s #1 villain Tyrese Haliburton joins the boys to discuss nearly winning NBA Finals before tearing his achilles, ‘Haliban’ nickname, if the NBA is scripted, winning an Olympic Gold Medal with LeBron & Steph 🥇, his viral 2 voices, how he’s so good at clutch shots, facing Jalen Brunson in a WWE match, LeBron VS Drake, his Da…
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Tolkien doesn’t write chapters; he builds civilisations. The Fellowship of the Ring is a slow, deliberate march through languages, histories and the lived feel of time, a marathon of meaning more than a sprint of action. I respect the scope, loved the journey, but prefer punchier reads. (00:00) “You shall not pass.” (00:09) Welcome & why review Fel…
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In todays episode the boys discuss Nina & Logan getting married 💍, Jake Paul VS Gervonta Davis, Jeff Wittek being kicked off as a co-host, Greg Paul’s emotional speech, RackaRacka fighting a traffic cop, King Bach & Juanpa crash the show, Esmé shares some words of wisdom, GSP & Money Kicks reunite with Logan, Oliver Tree & Jeff Wittek fight, Logan …
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A world changing industry that kind of happened by coincidence. 'Chip War' by Chris Miller is a detailed history of the semiconductor industry from its origins in the 1950's to the present day. Important individuals/companies rise and fall as it goes from a new emerging technology created by theorists/tinkers to the global powerhouse companies infl…
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In this Mere Mortals book review, we revisit Skeleton Key, the third Alex Rider novel, blending teenage espionage with lessons on stoicism, discipline, and composure. Beyond the action-packed spy drama, I explore how the book’s villain, the General, embodies a powerful, minimalistic strength that shaped my early understanding of discipline and quie…
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Not only is history written by the victors, but it's altered by the academics! 'The Lessons Of History' by Will & Ariel Durant is a small book that attempts to sum-up the history of humanity across several categories of human activity. They use examples from ancient civilisations but also add their own personal opinions into the mix. 13 chapters on…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount 15x MMA Journalist of the Year Ariel Helwani joins the boys to confront Logan Paul for calling him a “D1 Glazer,” explain why Dana White BANNED HIM from UFC, *update* on Jon Jones VS Tom Aspinall &…
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Move aside Sparta, there's a new power in town! 'Lords of the Sea: The Epic Story of the Athenian Navy and the Birth of Democracy' by John R. Hale is a historical book that recounts the period from 483-322 BC of Ancient Greece and in particular the navy armada of Athens. We witness the rise and fall of Athenian power via not only sea battles with o…
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WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton joins the boys to discuss getting into a STREET FIGHT **exclusive**, why she BAILED on the podcast 6 months ago (Logan apologizes), ‘WWE: Unreal’ kayfabe & heated exchange with Charlotte Flair, friendship with Corinna Kopf, Seth Rollins SICK cash-in, streaming with iShowSpeed & Adin Ross, Logan going to Japan, …
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In this Mere Mortals book review, we dive into Point Blanc by Anthony Horowitz, a fast-paced youth fiction novel that sparks deeper questions about cloning, perfectionism and identity. Using the wild plot as a springboard, the episode unpacks modern obsessions with filtered personas and asks: what do we lose when we trade uniqueness for conformity?…
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Be wary of association with the Wizard Of Wall St .... unless you are family or friends! 'The Wizard Of Wall Street & His Wealth' by Trumbull White is a biography detailing the life of Jay Gould, at one point one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. It starts from his childhood and shows how he rose from poverty in the 1800's to become one o…
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Survival expert & wildlife biologist Forrest Galante joins the boys to discuss Nelk Boys backlash, the Ambani family's INSANE animal sanctuary, 100 Humans vs 1 Gorilla, bringing back the Woolley Mammoth & Dodo Bird from extinction, near-death experiences from animals, competing on ‘Naked & Afraid’, the 2 most dangerous animals ON EARTH, visiting th…
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In this episode, we dive into The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, the timeless tale that launched the modern fantasy genre. You'll hear why Bilbo Baggins’ unlikely hero’s journey still resonates today, what Tolkien nailed in his storytelling, and how this short adventure carries deep philosophical punch. From dragons to dwarves to life-changing quotes, t…
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The fun side of rather questionable behaviour. 'Reminiscences Of A Stock Operator' by Edwin Lefevre is a fictional 1st person account of a Wall St trader in the early 1900's, but largely based on the real life operator of Jesse Lauriston Livermore. He describes his early life trading in bucket shops before moving into more high leverage trading and…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount 6’7” 275 pound WWE superstar Drew McIntyre joins the boys to discuss tag-teaming w/ Logan Paul to annihilate Randy Orton & Jelly Roll at SummerSlam, on-going feud with CM Punk & The Bloodline, Rhea…
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In this Mere Mortals Learnings episode, I unpack the raw insights from Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday. This book, focused on the Stoic virtue of justice, might not be his most thrilling but it’s undoubtedly the one that digs the deepest. From power and personal responsibility to kindness and selfishness, these lessons challenge you to live …
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We're back from travelling, wiser & thankfully not sad about it. In this special episode we are covering 3 books of essays/philosophical investigations by written by 3 authors in the 20th century. The books themselves are 'What Does It All Mean?' by Thomas Nagel, 'What Is Man & Other Essays' by Mark Twain & 'The Foundation Pit' by Andrey Platonov. …
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Heisman Trophy Winner & global icon Johnny Manziel AKA “Johnny Football” joins the boys to discuss his one regret in his football career, losing $10,000,000+ in college, skipping an NFL game to gamble in a disguise, celebrating his Heisman trophy smoking a joint with Drake, why playing football in Cleveland was a “prison sentence”, iconic ‘Draft Da…
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In this Mere Mortals book review, I tackle Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday, the third in his Stoic Virtue series. It’s a slower, deeper, more reflective book centred on justice, the virtue that’s hardest to sell and hardest to live by. I share why this wasn’t my favourite read, but why it might be the most meaningful one for the long game of…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount Diamond country artist Kane Brown joins the boys to discuss Morgan Wallen backlash, kicking Logan & Jelly Roll’s a**es in basketball, racism as a black country artist, selling out 65,000 person sta…
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Kai Cenat’s son Ray joins the boys to discuss joining forces with Logan in WWE, Taiwan women having flat 🍑’s & being NPC’s, stream-sniping Kai Cenat in Japan, becoming the next RiceGum, calls out N3on to a boxing match, taste-tests Prime, speaks Mandarin & does Karate LIVE, answers if Kai Cenat is RICHER than iShowSpeed & Adin Ross, story behind se…
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Join our dusty crusty memories while we try to navigate through songs, movies and miscellaneous topics containing: Dinosaurs, demons, dreams and Gordon Ramsay. What else do you need? When you hear fitness gram pacer test what do you think of? Pain and misery? Us too. What grinds our gears you ask? Tune in and find out.…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount UFC GOAT Georges St-Pierre joins the boys to discuss why Jon Jones Vs Tom Aspinall WON’T happen, confronts Logan Paul about UFO video 🛸, Jake Paul Vs Tommy Fury rematch, addresses backlash for k*ll…
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Top FaZe Clan streamers Ronaldo & Lacy join the boys to discuss Bradley Martyn’s infamous slap, Lacy rizzing up McKinley & Ximena but fumbling Darla, beef with Adin Ross, Marlon moving into the FaZe house, Ron claps back at Tfue, Kai Cenat Streamer University backlash, FaZe boys ignoring N3on, Lacy’s glow up (losing 100lbs from ozempic?), trolling …
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Controversial vaper & recurring guest Tana Mongeau joins the boys to discuss fighting Corinna Kopf, ending her podcast w/ Brooke Schofield, replacing Jeff Wittek as 3rd co-host, f**king a toothbrush & sucking 🍆 behind a dumpster, Logan’s INSANE lionsault, downfall of LA, Elon Vs Trump, Mike & Tana’s new book, George Janko reunion episode, MrBeast h…
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Listener discretion advised: Sensitive topic(s) include: rape of minor, murder of minor, abuse, mutilation of corpse, adoption. Please join us this week as we dive into the horrendous muder of Aundria Bowman and get a closer look into just how deep a mothers love can run. Not only is unconditional love on the horizon, but we’ll also see how far a m…
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A 14-year-old is thrust into the shadow world of espionage, where every move is a fight to survive—and grow up fast. My book review on an oldie but a goodie, Stormbreaker by Anthony Horrowitz (00:00) – You're Never Too Young to Die (00:47) – First Encounter at 14 (02:15) – Spy Fantasy Meets Realism (03:38) – Plot Recap & Absurd Action (05:41) – Phi…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount Puerto Rican rap sensation Myke Towers joins the boys to discuss Bad Bunny vs Logan Paul, honest thoughts on Paul brothers living in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, which country has the best latinas, his hilariou…
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In this episode, I explore the concrete takeaways from The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett. These aren’t abstract ideals—they're raw, lived-in lessons. From why your mind and body are your first foundation, to how meaningful questions shape behaviour, this reflection dives deep into the book’s most impactful ideas and challenges conventional wisd…
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OG Fortnite streamer Tfue joins the boys to discuss why Ninja BANNED him from Twitch, fallout with Faze Clan (#ReleaseTheContract), uncanny resemblance to Logan Paul, Peterbot Vs Stable Ronaldo, dropping out of middle school to play video games, how he got his name, ex-girlfriends & current girlfriend, why he left LA, doomsday prepping, life after …
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In this Mere Mortals book review, we dive into The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett—an energetic, story-driven guide to business and life. This isn’t your typical theory-heavy read; it’s a tactical, quote-filled journey through 33 digestible laws forged from real experience. From mastering your skill set to navigating reputation and network, this …
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In todays episode the boys discuss Jey Uso vs Logan Paul (this Saturday 🚨), Theo Von shoving a fan’s neck, Liver King lying to Logan’s face on his Netflix documentary, Pam’s new book (F*** The Pauls), Mike calls out iShowSpeed & MrBeast, Logan’s plan to do ayahuasca, invisible condoms, Paul American Season 1 ratings, John Cena playing the WWE audie…
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The best example of human madness is found across the ages. 'Extraordinary Popular Delusions & The Madness Of Crowds' by Charles Mackay is a mammoth examination of the most ridiculous crazes across history, whether they be funny, bad or horrendous. Charles details some of the more well known financial bubbles (South Sea, Mississippi, Tulip Mania) b…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount GOAT Streamer Adin Ross joins the boys to discuss hatred for Kanye & MrBeast, GTA 6 reaction, Playboi Carti scamming him for $200k, legendary streams with Donald Trump & Drake, Jake Paul vs KSI, br…
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Why don't I read recently published books? Today is a special episode where I am going over how I find new books, ways I actively try to avoid wasting my time & some little tricks & tips to get the most out of your reading. Would love to hear your feedback and appreciate any support you wish to give :) Timeline: (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:11) Finding …
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NFL GOAT Tom Brady joins the boys to discuss why he regrets his Netflix roast, Shedeur Sanders’ unlikely draft slide, heroic 28-3 comeback vs the Falcons, Antonio Brown’s mental health, $375M commentator contract, what it takes to be the GOAT, rivalry against Peyton Manning, Drake vs Kendrick, Patrick Mahomes becoming the GOAT & more.. SUBSCRIBE TO…
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What was I reviewing again? 'A Primer For Forgetting' by Lewis Hyde is a collection of intimate thoughts, stories, poems, mythological tales & quips. The primary theme is around forgetting & how this can be beneficial for an individual or groups, particularly when it relates to trauma. It's split into 4 parts (that he calls notebooks) about myth, s…
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Love on the Spectrum soulmates Abbey & David join the boys to discuss their viral love song, what having autism is like, gifting Logan & Mike handmade hats, reaching level 9566 on Candy Crush, playing the Disney association game, magical first date at the zoo, David surprises Abbey with gummy bears, engagement 💍, Love on the Spectrum season 4 tease…
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Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/LOGAN10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $25 discount In today’s episode the boys discuss George Janko reunion episode, Logan calls out John Cena after legendary WrestleMania win, Jake Paul Vs Julio César Chávez Jr., Mike confronts Logan for bullying …
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Boy are cockroaches gross! 'Metamorphosis & Other Stories' by Franz Kafka is a collection of prose poems, short stories, sketches, allegories, and novelettes. The longest is of Gregor Samsa, the travelling salesman who wakes up in his bed as a cockroach. You'll find others about conflict on a ship, dealing with annoying people on the street, etc. A…
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I'm jacking into cyberspace for some pain and pleasure. 'Neuromancer' by William Gibson is a sci-fi classic that was right at the beginning of the cyberpunk genre. We follow Case in a futuristic techno world where he is hired to hack into a wealthy family's lair. He is part of a motley crew each with their own specialty, hired by an AI to free itse…
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We've got it all wrong, there's no good guys & bad guys .... they're all bad! 'Peter Pan' by J.M. Barrie is a classic story of a child who never grows up. Peter lives in Neverland, a mystical island where pirates, Indians and wild beasts roam. He commands a gang of Lost Boys and takes them on adventures along with Wendy, Tinkerbell, John & Michael.…
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Relationship whisperers Sophia & Sistine Stallone join the boys to discuss their awkward encounter with 2017 Logan Paul, their Dad (Sylvester Stallone) calls into the pod, Top 5 red flags in men 🚩, Mike’s recent breakup, if horoscopes are bullsh*t, why guys like crazy girls, Nina flaking on their podcast, dating NBA players, why modern men are pus*…
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Strategies to accept your suffering & heal yourself with compassion. 'Radical Acceptance' by Tara Brach is a guide of various meditation & framing practices to recognise the root cause of emotional distress. These are derived from Buddhist principles and serve to help accept the current pain & suffering. There are 13 chapters that begin with a stor…
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