Podcast
SOAR(Spread of Active Reading)
Hosted by Yajat Gupta · EN
SOAR is an initiative that aims to encourage reading especially among the youth. This could open up a whole new world full of imagination and adventure for everyone! The idea is to offer recordings which act as trailers to books, similar to trailers for movies.
11episodes
Episodes
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The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock
Feb 13, 202300:02:34Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock Written by T. S. EliotDescription: Story of an old man's regrets and existential crisis as he reflects on his life in both the past and present. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialibus (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopaluni, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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The Metamorphosis
Feb 8, 202300:02:55Tap to summarizeThank you for your patience! SOAR has been on hiatus for the last few months due to an accident and other unforeseen circumstances, but you can expect to see episodes released more regularly now. Welcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought." Book: The Metamorphosis Written by Franz KafkaDescription: Story of a traveling salesman's life and his family's reactions after he transforms into a monstrous six-feet-tall dung beetle. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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The Kite Runner
Nov 28, 202200:03:45Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: The Kite RunnerWritten by Khaled HosseiniDescription: Story of a friendship tainted by societal hegemony and the war-torn region of Afghanistan in which the protagonist resides. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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All The King's Men
Oct 30, 202200:02:55Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: All The King's MenWritten by Robert Penn WarrenDescription: Political drama about a governor who wants what is best for his people but uses dirty methods to achieve it. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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A&P
Oct 17, 202200:02:30Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: A&PWritten by John UpdikeDescription: Story of a teenage cashier being captivated by girls from the beach and then making a move no one in the grocery store ever thought he would. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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Sonny's Blues
Oct 2, 202200:02:31Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: Sonny's BluesWritten by James BaldwinDescription: Story of the relationship between a man and his brother as they are surrounded by a cycle of poverty. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Sep 25, 202200:03:15Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryWritten by Roald DahlDescription: Story of a brave escape from terrible times and courage to make a change. Recommended for ages 8+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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Frederick Douglass
Sep 18, 202200:03:00Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: Narrative of the life of Frederick DouglassWritten by Frederick DouglassDescription: Story of a brave escape from terrible times and courage to make a change. Recommended for ages 13+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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The Awakening
Sep 11, 202200:02:35Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: The AwakeningWritten by Kate ChopinDescription: Story of a journey through self-discovery and being set free from societal and familial expectations. Recommended for ages 14+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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Frankenstein
Sep 5, 202200:03:10Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season where the book trailers cover more heavy and meaningful reads that offer "food for thought."Book: FrankensteinWritten by Mary ShelleyDescription: Story of an attempt to create life gone wrong. Recommended for ages 12+ (And Parent Discretion)Music: Fluvialbius (composed by Yajat Gupta and Atharv Gopulani, and performed by Yajat Gupta on the piano.)SOAR Logo by Ritu JindalTo leave feedback /requests please connect with SOAR at Facebook or Youtubehttps://www.facebook.com/Soar-Initiative-102175058097745/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBARPFjwtCkn91RQ3dJN3CQ/videoshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soar-spread-of-active-reading/id1503413788?uo=4https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS85NDEzMTQucnNzhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43a5965e-e2f1-441b-a0ab-51d550c07187/SOARSpread-of-Active-Readinghttps://www.pandora.com/podcast/description/soarspread-of-active-reading/PC:35986https://open.spotify.com/show/0DkaHpXOKOlPUjfaWBeY
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