Of Peace and Podcasts

Of Peace and Podcasts

Aaron Gourlie reads his young adult novel "Of Peace and Precipitation" chapter by chapter, episode by episode. The first part of each episode he reads a chapter, then he charismatically comments on life's humorous and heartfelt moments that inspired the novel.

Episodes

December 2, 2025 28 mins

Aaron reads chapter 13 - Jen experiences the highs, lows and idiosyncrasies of school and finds her enjoying youth group more as she continues to bond with Adam and Lindsey.

Aaron discusses crazy school hallways, seeing former students and making a difference in peoples lives even if it doesn't feel like it. 

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Aaron reads chapter 12 - Jen reflects on her absent father and the few times she had ever met him. 

Aaron discusses sad writing, heroic single parents, and how decisions can affect others more than one thinks. 

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November 18, 2025 26 mins

Aaron reads chapter 11 - Jen still frustrated from terrible play practice is forced to go to her first youth group meeting.

Aaron discusses youth group, the best kind of church people, and importance of community. 

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November 11, 2025 23 mins

Aaron reads chapter 10 - Jen's play practice goes awful and is consoled by a stranger.

Aaron discusses kids being mean, kindness of some people and the adventures in sequel writing.

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November 4, 2025 21 mins

Aaron reads chapter 9 - Jen fights loneliness and depression but gets encouragement from a friend.

 Aaron discusses loneliness and depression, and never knowing what other people go through.

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October 28, 2025 20 mins

Aaron reads chapter 8 - Jen is annoyed with friends and tries out for the school play and it turns out better than she thought.

Aaron discusses theater, friendships, and picturing Geneva High School circa 1999 whenever he writes.

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October 21, 2025 24 mins

Aaron reads chapter 7- meeting the new youth pastor with her over excited mom but not hating it as much as she should have.

Aaron discusses students youth ministry, adventures in monochromatic church populations, and the difficulties in being a teen.

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October 14, 2025 26 mins

Aaron reads chapter 6- more classroom interactions, bullying on the bus and feeling left out.

Aaron discusses students degrading each other, influential teachers, and feeling left out.

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October 7, 2025 20 mins

Aaron reads chapter 5- bored in class and interacting with the hottest guy in school. 

Aaron then discusses his own interactions with crushes (including his wife), the importance of doing your homework, and the importance of not being boring as a teacher.

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September 30, 2025 27 mins

Aaron reads chapter 4- family, religion, and being bored at church.

Aaron discusses church, good intentions, and some of the experiences and names that inspired his the novel. 

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September 23, 2025 23 mins

Aaron reads chapter 3 - family drama at the grocery store and hanging with best friends.

Aaron discusses money, life and comparisons. 

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September 16, 2025 25 mins

Aaron reads Chapter 2- school, friends, and trying to fit in.

Aaron then discusses colorful school life and academic inspirations. 

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September 9, 2025 22 mins

Episode 1: Aaron reads chapter 1- introducing characters and family dynamics. 

Aaron then discusses the people and ideas that inspired the novel. 



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