#2238 - John McPhee
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#2238 - John McPhee mentions The Dark by Hixson, The Singleton, Kill Bin Laden, and Sheriff of Baghdad with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.
I think it's great that you talk about it.
I wrote I'm writing a book. It's finished. Maybe someone would wanna publish it, but it's called The Singleton and it's about my going out alone.
I went out on a mission alone in Afghanistan.
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The host mentions 'The Singleton' as a reflection of his personal experiences during solitary missions in Afghanistan…
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- The conversation centers on experiences in Afghanistan.
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- Referenced books include The Dark by Hixson and The Singleton.
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“He just finished Hixson's new book, referred to as 'the dark 1'.”
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“The speaker discusses writing a book titled 'The Singleton' about their experiences going out alone on missions.”
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“The speaker mentions being involved in a solo mission in Afghanistan and references the book 'Kill Bin Laden', indicating they are featured in it.”
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“The conversation mentions the book 'Sheriff of Baghdad' and suggests that it is an interesting read.”
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“He mentioned Hixson's book 'Breathe' and noted that Hixson has a new book out, which he listened to recently.”
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The host mentions 'The Dark' to highlight the complexities of military life and the psychological struggles faced by those in combat. This book ser…
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Movies & Documentaries Mentioned
Choke
“Choke is described as one of the greatest documentaries of all time, featuring Hixson in his prime competing in Japan and showcasing his training and breathing techniques.”
Holy Hell
“A documentary about a yoga teacher and cult leader in West Hollywood who hypnotized and manipulated his followers, leading to their eventual realization of his deceit.”