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Set in 2006, this book is a semi-autobiographical novel by Sherman Alexie. In it, 14-year-old Arnold Spirit, Jr., known on the Spokane Indian Reservation as “Junior,” grapples with his dual-identity when he transfers to a rich, racist, white high school 22 miles from the reservation. At his new school, Junior is the only Indian (aside from the school mascot); on the reservation, the members of his tribe treat him like a traitor who thinks he’s better than his fellow Indians.

As Junior struggles with racism and isolation in his “white” world and poverty, alcoholism, and tragedy on “the rez,” he survives on the hope of a better life than the one he seems destined for. The book is a hopeful story about belonging, friendship, and the importance of dreams.

Dive into the remarkable world of "The Great One" as Theo Von converses with legendary hockey star Wayne Gretzky in the latest episode of "This Past Weekend." Gretzky, renowned for his extraordinary career on the ice, offers an intimate look into his life's journey, revealing the foundations of his success and the values he cherishes most. From heartwarming family narratives to philosophies on sportsmanship and personal growth, this episode is a treasure trove of insights from one of sport's most iconic figures.

Join Theo Von and Wayne Gretzky as they explore a range of topics including the evolution of hockey, the cultural impact of different sports, and Gretzky's awe-inspiring achievements. Beyond the sports talk, these candid discussions illuminate Gretzky's humility, kindness, and the joy he finds in life's simpler aspects. With tales that are as entertaining as they are inspiring, this episode is a must-listen for fans eager to understand the man behind the legend and the life lessons that transcend the realm of hockey.

If you’re a member of Generation Y (born between the late ‘70s and mid-‘90s), you’re probably unhappy because your expectations for a stellar career have fallen short. But you can still be happy by making a few simple tweaks in your thinking.

Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis examines the spiritual and social decline of the Appalachian white working class through the life story of its author, JD Vance. Growing up in a post-industrial Ohio town, Vance encountered the symptoms of community and familial dysfunction—drug and alcohol abuse, unstable marriages, lack of education, and evasion of hard work—that underscore the failing values of the culture from which he came.

Although Vance eventually escapes the poverty and dysfunction of his roots, attending college and Yale Law School, he finds that even economic mobility can never permanently erase the social markers of his hillbilly upbringing.

Matthew McConaughey’s Greenlights is not a conventional memoir. As he neared age 50, the Oscar-winning actor revisited the journal that he had kept for the previous 35 years to see what he could learn from it. The result is this book, which combines hard-earned insights about the art of living with vivid accounts of McConaughey’s upbringing in rural Texas, his adventures in the movie business, his global travels, and his lifelong search for love and fatherhood. Part autobiography and part life-guide, Greenlights both explains and illustrates McConaughey’s philosophy of “catching greenlights”—recognizing and even creating those moments when life says “yes” and you cruise into success as you pursue your destiny. It’s valuable reading for anyone in search of an entertaining manual on finding your way in the world.

On The Shawn Ryan Show, dive deep into the incredible life of ex-Green Beret and CIA operative, Tony Cowden. His remarkable journey, from his formative years shaped by family influence and burgeoning fascination with warfare to his career featuring significant contributions to CIA training, is truly fascinating. Experience the resonance of his profound personal war stories and understand how the struggles faced in the battlefield were mirrored by equally daunting hurdles in his personal life.

With a wider societal and political lens, Cowden also critically examines the U.S. foreign policy, providing thought-provoking scrutiny on subjects like the prevalence of warfare profiteering and media influence. Listen to Cowden’s candid dialogue through the Shawn Ryan Show, as he shares his perspectives, future plans and aspirations – all the while driving home the intrinsic link between his extraordinary military and personal experiences and his growth as an individual.

Set in 2006, this book is a semi-autobiographical novel by Sherman Alexie. In it, 14-year-old Arnold Spirit, Jr., known on the Spokane Indian Reservation as “Junior,” grapples with his dual-identity when he transfers to a rich, racist, white high school 22 miles from the reservation. At his new school, Junior is the only Indian (aside from the school mascot); on the reservation, the members of his tribe treat him like a traitor who thinks he’s better than his fellow Indians.

As Junior struggles with racism and isolation in his “white” world and poverty, alcoholism, and tragedy on “the rez,” he survives on the hope of a better life than the one he seems destined for. The book is a hopeful story about belonging, friendship, and the importance of dreams.