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
Aaron reads chapter 19 - Jen finds her way back to school and notices that more people know of her embarrassing school play than she had realized and Lindsey shares some news while meeting for coffee.
Aaron discusses school kids, meaningful relationships, and a downside to youth ministry.
Aaron reads chapter 18 - Jen tries to survive the aftermath while Lana tries to apologize.
Aaron discusses being ready to forgive, 1900's phone etiquette, and being there for your friends.
Aaron reads chapter 17 - Jen has a life-changing moment with God in the pouring autumn rain.
Aaron discusses finding meaning in God, nature and some favorite things of childhood.
Aaron reads chapter 16 - Jen's theatrical debut, drama at the school drama, deep reflections and an official end of a friendship era.
Aaron discusses theater, heartbreak, betrayal and letters of recommendation treachery.
Aaron reads chapter 15 - An anxious Jen spends some time with her family before the school play.
Aaron discusses significant addresses, social anxiety and the live-streaming era human history.
Aaron reads chapter 14 - Jen's change of plans works out better than she thought.
Aaron discusses book names inspired by tv shows and authors, choir stories and the overinflated importance of high school.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Aaron reads chapter 3 - family drama at the grocery store and hanging with best friends.
Aaron discusses money, life and comparisons.
Aaron reads Chapter 2- school, friends, and trying to fit in.
Aaron then discusses colorful school life and academic inspirations.
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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