name of the wind
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name of the wind by Patrick Rothfuss appears 8 times across 8 podcast episodes on 3 shows, with transcript quotes and timestamps.
Recent mentions on Acquired, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, and Modern Wisdom.
The book 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss has garnered attention across multiple podcasts, highlighting its impact on readers and its place in contemporary fantasy literature. In the podcast 'Acquired,' guest Michael Lewis mentions the book as a favorite of his son, emphasizing its appeal to younger audiences. Similarly, Maya Hawke on 'Good Hang with Amy Poehler' expresses her love for the book and her eagerness for the next installment, showcasing its strong fanbase and anticipation for future works.
The discussions on 'Modern Wisdom' further illustrate the book's significance, with guests referencing its detailed character development and the emotional connection it fosters. For instance, Gurwinder Bhogal notes how reading such a lengthy novel enhances empathy, while Adam Mastroianni highlights a specific scene that exemplifies Rothfuss's narrative style. The ongoing mentions across these episodes reflect the book's lasting influence and the community's engagement with its themes and characters.
The host briefly mentions 'The Name of the Wind' while discussing fantasy literature and training sequences in stories. It serves as a recommendation for those interested in similar themes found in the fantasy genre.
The host mentioned 'The Name of the Wind' as a compelling read that captivated him, particularly because his son had also enjoyed it. He expressed surprise at the author's inability to complete the trilogy, drawing a parallel to other authors who have faced similar challenges.
The host mentions 'The Name of the Wind' to highlight the contrast between fast-paced and slow narratives in fiction. They appreciate the leisurely pace of Rothfuss's writing, which allows for deep immersion in the protagonist's life.
Recent show rotation: Acquired, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, and Modern Wisdom.
Guests tied to these mentions include Michael Lewis, Maya Hawke, Critical Drinker, and Gurwinder Bhogal.
Fastest path back to the source: the first indexed mention lands at 52:06 in the episode where we captured it.
Mentions across episodes
Every mention card links back to the episode page and exact transcript anchor.
“It's called, The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. It's an 800-page novel that my son was enthusing about.”
“A fantasy book that I love. Eagerly awaiting the next book, sir, so chop-chop. So check it out and get your dragons on.”
“Mention of Patrick Rothfuss in the context of the competition with George R.R. Martin regarding writing their next book.”
“The speaker discusses how reading a long book like 'The Name of the Wind' allows readers to become intimately familiar with the character, enhancing empathy and connection.”
“The speaker references a specific scene in 'The Name of the Wind' where the author spends two full chapters describing a character's walk to work in great detail.”
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“The speaker mentions reading a lot of fantasy books, specifically naming 'The Name of the Wind' as one of them.”
“I put a tweet out the other day saying I was struggling to find something as good as Pierce Brown's Red Rising or Patrick Rothfuss's The Name of the Wind.”