Bookin' w/ the Boys - Lord of the Flies Ch 1-3

Bookin’ With The Boys – Episode 1

📖 "Lord of the Flies" (Chapters 1-3)

🎙️ Hosts: Jack & Ben
📅 Release Date: 3/8/2025
⏳ Episode Length: ~20 minutes

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Episode Summary

In the first-ever episode of Bookin’ With The Boys, Jack & Ben dive into the classic novel Lord of the Flies by William Golding. Covering chapters 1-3, they break down the key events, analyze the characters, and discuss deeper themes like leadership, survival, and the role of fear. They also debate whether Piggy is underrated, if Jack is losing focus, and predict how things might spiral as the boys' civilization starts to break down.

If you’re reading along or just want a refresher on this legendary book, this is the episode for you! 📚🔥

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Timestamps & Topics Discussed:

⏳ [00:00] – Welcome to Bookin’ With The Boys! First book: Lord of the Flies
⏳ [02:10] – Quick book background: William Golding’s vision & why he wrote about boys
⏳ [04:00] – Chapter 1 Recap: Crash landing, character introductions, the conch shell, and Jack’s first failure
⏳ [07:30] – Chapter 2 Recap: Setting rules, the first fire disaster, and the mysterious "beastie"
⏳ [11:15] – Chapter 3 Recap: Tensions rise – Ralph vs. Jack, survival struggles, and Simon’s spiritual side
⏳ [14:20] – Leadership talk: Did the boys pick the right leader? Ralph vs. Jack
⏳ [16:40] – Is Piggy the secret MVP? His role in survival and why he’s underestimated
⏳ [18:30] – Predictions: Will Jack become too obsessed with hunting? Is Piggy in danger?

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Next Episode:

📖 Chapters 4-6 – Tune in next week as things start to fall apart!

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