Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe | Pt 3 Chapter 2 - Ari’s Alien Doctor and Dante’s Secrets

Banned Camp: Banned Books, Comedy, and Free Speech vs. Censorship

Send us a text

In this episode of Banned Camp, Jennifer and Dan dive into Part 3, Chapter 2 of "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Join them as they explore Ari’s funny and heartfelt hospital stay, his strange green-eyed doctor, and the growing bond between Ari and Dante. Jennifer and Dan share their hospital stories, including Dan’s impatience with getting discharged and their take on Ari’s swearing.

Things To Listen For:

• Ari’s description of his alien-like doctor with deep green eyes.
• The funny take on hospital experiences and the wish to sleep through recovery.
• Ari’s frustration with his injuries and his funny talks with hospital staff.
• A look into Ari’s feelings about his heroic act and his relationship with Dante.
• The touching moment with Dante’s parents and their thanks to Ari.

Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts: If you enjoy our podcast, please take a moment to rate, review, and follow us on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more listeners and keep fighting book bans.

Disclaimer: This podcast, Banned Camp, features readings and talks about banned books for criticism, commentary, education, and fun in accordance with fair use guidelines. The material from the book "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz is shared under these principles to spark thought and talk about books, censorship, and societal issues. We do not claim ownership over the original work; all copyrights remain with the original copyright holder. We strongly encourage listeners to buy copies of the discussed works to enjoy them fully in their original form.

Our intent is to engage in, promote, and support critical and educational talk around these works within the fair use framework, providing our listeners with valuable insights and perspectives.

Topics Covered: hospital stay, humor, introspection, heroism, friendship, identity, gratitude, hospital staff, medical billing.