Jackson Bird (Sorted, Kottke Ride Home) returns to chat more with Schubes about the beginning of The Lightning Thief! Topics include: Percy Jackson and the Pension Plan, Santa Claus, smelly cigars, George Costanza, fancy NY friends, The Little Mermaid, Greekseltongue, Mr. Tumnus, channelling anger, toreadors, Paddington 2, and more!

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— About The Show —
Is Percy Jackson the book series we should’ve been reading all along? Join Mike Schubert as he reads through the books for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over Greek mythology. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!