02 Freddy Goes to The North Pole

Our second meeting to discuss the Freddy the Pig series, by Walter R. Brooks, illustrated by Kurt Weise. In this episode, we talk about book #2: Freddy Goes to the North Pole.

These kids books have been influential since the first one came out in the 1920s. Over 2 dozen books exist in the series, and your hosts will read and discuss all of them.

The discussion follows the basic outline:

1. Ethan’s Nostalgia Corner

2. Michael’s Historical Background

3. Josiah’s Plot Summary

4. General Discussion, and One-Liners

Your hosts:

• Josiah Willitz

• Michael Lilienthal

• Ethan Bartlett

Music by Josiah Willitz, Lyrics from Freddy Goes to Florida.

Thanks to Olivia Marth for our Logo & Podcast Art!