Slaughterhouse-Five | Ch. 10 - So It Ends, So It Goes
This is it—Jennifer and Dan reach the final chapter of Slaughterhouse-Five, and they’re not alone! Special guest Beowulf Rochlen, host of Good News for Lefties, joins the discussion as they navigate Vonnegut’s signature blend of dark humor and existential dread. From corpse mines to Tralfamadorian philosophy to Billy Pilgrim’s last moments, this chapter packs a haunting punch. Plus, a reflection on why this book was banned, a deep dive into Vonnegut’s worldview, and the usual unhinged banter between Jennifer, Dan, and Robot.
Things To Listen For:
- Beowulf Rochlen joins the crew! How does Good News for Lefties stay optimistic in dark times?
- Vonnegut’s final “so it goes” spree. The most casual recounting of death ever.
- A deep dive into the corpse mines. (Not a metal band… yet.)
- Jennifer and Dan debate whether this book is a comedy or a tragedy. Spoiler: It’s both.
- PPP (Problematic Points to Ponder). The gang breaks down why Slaughterhouse-Five made it onto the banned books list.
- The latest in book bans. Yes, even picture books are under attack.
Banworthy to Bingeworthy:
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Next episode: A special crossover event!
Jennifer and Dan team up with Joe and Alison from Queer Cinema Catch-Up to compare Slaughterhouse-Five the book vs. Slaughterhouse-Five the movie. Was the adaptation faithful? Did it capture Vonnegut’s weird, wonderful tone? Find out next episode!
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Next up? 1984 by George Orwell. Thoughtcrime, Big Brother, and the bleakest love story ever written—get ready.
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Topics Covered:
Slaughterhouse-Five, Kurt Vonnegut, Beowulf Rochlen, Good News for Lefties, censorship, banned books, corpse mines, war trauma, Tralfamadorians, Billy Pilgrim, book-to-movie adaptations.
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