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Caleb James K.

Caleb James K. is the former Editor-in-Chief of the literary journal, Drunken Pen Writing, and the host of the DPW Podcast. He’s also a fiction writer, poet, and aspiring novelist.

Spencer Church

A former aspiring comic book artist, Spencer is the cohost of the DPW Podcast as well as a short story writer and avid reader.

This was supposed to be a DBS episode, but we stayed on topic the whole time. We kick things off by discussing Lex Fridman’s recent book list controversy. After that, we have a long conversation about the importance of rereading books. 

We go over the stress caused by the desire to constantly read new books, thus ignoring any possible rereading of work, and how that might not be the best way to enrich your life through reading. There is a solid conclusion reached in this one. 

#212: Overrated American Novels – Drunken Pen Writing Podcast

We begin today's episode talking about a giant snowstorm and Russian literature. After that, we revisit an old topic with a twist. We discuss American novels that are overrated.  You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @dpwpodcast You can check out Caleb's work at http://www.calebjamesk.com. 

1. #212: Overrated American Novels 30:50
2. #211: Words You Should Cut From Your Work 34:17
3. DBS #132: Why You Should Level Up Your Reading 43:42
4. BOTM #22: The Sugar Man 44:17
5. #210: Our 2025 Writing Year In Review 41:49