In this episode of Banned Camp, Jennifer and Dan explore Chapter 7 of "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. From discussing Ari's crutch-filled return to school to the hilarity of 80s nostalgia and hospital morphine, the episode is packed with humor and poignant insights. Jennifer and Dan share personal anecdotes, including Dan's embarrassing attempts to emulate the Dukes of Hazzard and Jennifer's germaphobia.
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Topics Covered: Ari's dream, Aristotle and Dante, teenage struggles, 80s nostalgia, smoking in literature, personal anecdotes, germaphobia, teenage car antics.