Banned Camp: Banned Books, Comedy, and Free Speech vs. Censorship
Episodes
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 22 & 23 - The Great Shakespearean Scam!
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapters 22 and 23 of "Huckleberry Finn." In this episode, we witness the duke and king's hilariously inept attempt at...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 21 - Huck's Encounter with Theatrics and Tragedy!
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan delve into the comedic chaos of the duke and king's Shakespearean scenes in Chapter 21 of Huckleberry Finn, enhanced by Ol' Pudd...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 20 - Huck, Jim, and the Art of the Scam!
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 20 of Huckleberry Finn. In this episode, Huck and Jim encounter the devious duke and king, who turn a camp meeting into a pro...
Huck Finn | Chapter 19 - Huck Meets the Con Kings: River Shenanigans!
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 19 of Huckleberry Finn. In this episode, Huck and Jim's nude escapades on the river lead them to encounter the most roya...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 18 (pt 2) - Love, Loss, and Lessons in a Bitter Feud!
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 18 (Part 2) of Huckleberry Finn. In this episode, a family feud turns fatal, leaving Huck heartbroken and yearning for the ra...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 18 (pt 1) - Feuding and Mysterious Messages!
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan delve into part one of Chapter 18 of 'Huckleberry Finn,' where Huck gets entangled in the Grangerfords' grandeur and their ...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 17 - Huck And The Grangerford Goth!
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 17 of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." In this episode, Huck finds himself in a Gothic-like setting, reminisc...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 16 - A River of Doubts and Decisions!
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan dive into Chapter 16 of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." In this episode, Huck grapples with his conscience, and Jim dreams...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapters 14 & 15 - Treasure Troves and Foggy Nights!
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapters 14 and 15 of "Huckleberry Finn." In this episode, our duo navigates through treasures, debates on royal wisdom, an...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 13 - Ferryman's Fable: Huck's Heroic Hoax!
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan dive into Chapter 13 of Huckleberry Finn. In this episode, they explore Huck's moral compass during a daring river rescue, while off-...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 12 - Huck's Daring Steamboat Adventure: The Night of Narrow Escapes!
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 12 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. In this episode, Huck and Jim navigate moral quandaries and Mississippi mysteries, ...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 11 - Huck's High-Stakes Masquerade: The Island Escape!
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 11 of 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.' In this episode, Huck Finn, disguised as a girl, gathers crucial inform...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapters 9 & 10 - A Deadly Snake Prank and Riverfront Real Estate Dreams!
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapters 9 and 10 of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." In this episode, Huck and Jim's river adventures turn into ...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 8 - Huck's Island Discovery: The Quicksilver Quest!
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jen and Dan dive into Chapter 8 of 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.' Huck wakes up to a world of old-timey body-finding...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapter 7 - Huck's Ingenious Escape: The Great River Ruse!
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jennifer and Dan as they read Chapter 7 of Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.' This episode takes a thrilling turn ...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapters 5 -6 - Pap's Back, Huck's Escape, and the Drunken Chaos
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jennifer and Dan continue their journey through Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,' focusing on chapter...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapters 3-4 - Pap's Return & The Magic Hairball!
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jennifer and Dan as they dive deeper into Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,' covering chapters 3 and 4. They'...
Huckleberry Finn | Chapters 1-2 - Huck's Freedom & Tom's Band of Robbers!
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jennifer and Dan as they embark on Season 4 of Banned Camp, diving into the timeless currents of Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckle...
Halloween: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark with Derek Hayes and David Flora!
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special Halloween episode of Banned Camp, 'Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Special,' featuring the paranormal's Derek ...
The Outsiders | Chapter 12: After the Verdict: Pony's Next Odyssey
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jen and Dan as they finish ‘The Outsiders’ final chapter. They wade through courtrooms, confrontations, and confounding homework assignments ...
The Outsiders | Chapter 11: Ponyboy's Confusion Chronicles
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan dissect Chapter 11 of 'The Outsiders.' Amidst the chaos, Ponyboy gets tangled in a web of confusion. Meanwhile, Dan laments the ...
The Outsiders | Chapter 10: Glory, Look at the Episode!
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 10 of 'The Outsiders’ by S.E. Hinton. The drama unfolds faster than you can say, "Glory, look at the kid!" (...
The Outsiders | Chapter 9: Johnny's Golden Words & Dally's Imagined Wardrobe
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 9 of 'The Outsiders,' where fights flare up, Johnny offers sage advice, and while Dally doesn't actually show ...
The Outsiders | Chapter 8: Heavenly Haze and Rumble Daze
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 8 of 'The Outsiders'. Hospital drama? Check. Switchblade under the pillow? Check. Rumble premonitions? Big check. M...
The Outsiders | Chapter 7: Ponyboy in the Papers & Total Diabeetus
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan are back with Chapter 7 of 'The Outsiders'. From media madness to Tasty Freeze tiffs in this episode, Ponyboy sure has his plate...
Banned Camp & Burn This Book- Bonus Episode
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this fun crossover episode, Banned Camp and Burn This Book podcasts team up to celebrate National Banned Books Week, shining a spotlight on Rosemar...
The Outsiders | Chapter 6: Heat of the Moment: Ponyboy's Fiery Revelation
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read Chapter 6 of "The Outsiders." In this episode, Ponyboy and Johnny face a fiery situation that'll leave you burning for...
The Outsiders | Chapter 5: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: The Greasers' Ultimate Sacrifice
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Chapter 5, Ponyboy and Johnny go full DIY-salon in an abandoned church, dramatically parting ways with their cherished locks, while Jen and Dan can...
The Outsiders | Chapter 4: Greasers' Great Escape: Hank Williams Not Invited
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Diving into Chapter 4, Jen and Dan puzzle over the greasers' choices and scratch their heads at S.E. Hinton's clear aversion to good ol&apos...
The Outsiders | Chapter 3: Ponyboy's No-Good, Very Bad Night
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we dive into Chapter 3 of 'The Outsiders,' Ponyboy's had a busy night between Socs, smacks, and strolls. Meanwhile, Jen's tryin...
The Outsiders | Chapter 2: Greasers, Gals, and Gutsy Moves: Cherry on Top
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 2 of S.E. Hinton's "The Outsiders."Night at the movies: Dally strikes out, Johnny steps up, and Ponyboy's...
The Outsiders | Chapter 1: Ponyboy's Close Encounters of the Socs Kind
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to book 3 of Banned Camp. In today's episode, Jen and Dan read chapter 1 of S.E. Hinton's "The Outsiders."Ponyboy's i...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 7: Dawn After Destruction: Montag’s Final March
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan conclude 'Fahrenheit 451.' Take note: post-apocalyptic morning strolls are essential. After all, every fresh start is better wit...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 6: Well, That Escalated Quickly
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jen and Dan on the penultimate journey through 'Fahrenheit 451's' third section, as we approach the climactic finale.After Montag&...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 5: Shake Down Your Clinkers
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Venture with Jen and Dan into another passage from 'Fahrenheit 451's' third section.Montag discovers the ultimate "living" bo...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 4: From Hot Hounds to Haylofts
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the next section of part 3 of Fahrenheit 451.Montag plays hide and seek with a hound, and Dan and Jen ponder the pros and cons of asb...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 3: Montag's Pit Stop: Faber's Safe Haven
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the next section of part 3 of Fahrenheit 451.Beatty's BBQ took a turn, so Montag turns up at Faber's for a quick chat on &a...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 2: Dystopian Drive-Thru: Montag's Close Call
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the next section of part 3 of Fahrenheit 451.After turning the heat up on Beatty, Montag dodges death by teen driver — who knew pos...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 3, Sec 1: From Fireman to Fugitive
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the first section of part 3 of Fahrenheit 451.Montag turns a house call into a house brawl, turning his flamethrower on everything fr...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 2, Sec 4: House of Cards and Flames
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the final section of part 2 of Fahrenheit 451.Montag returns to the firehouse, earpiece in tow, turning an ordinary poker game into a...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 2, Sec 3: In Again Out Again Finnegan
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the next section of part 2 of Fahrenheit 451.Montag hijacks Mildred's party with illicit poetry, giving 'show and tell&apos...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 2, Sec 2: Montag's Potential Pyro-Ploy
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the next section of part 2 of Fahrenheit 451.Montag's on a mission to save books with torn Bibles and secret earpieces. Meanwhil...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 2, Sec 1: Bible Versus Jingle: Montag's Subway Showdown
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the first section of part 2 of Fahrenheit 451.Join Montag's subway showdown with a toothpaste jingle as he tries to memorize the...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Sec 7: Vehicular Bunnyicides and Disco Biscuits
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read the final section of part 1 of Fahrenheit 451.Join us as we unearth Montag's ventilator vault of books, contemplate his fireman ...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Sec 6: Burnt Pages and Self-Potatoes
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warning:In this episode, we touch on a sensitive topic, specifically suicide. If you prefer to skip that part, feel free to fast forward betwe...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Sec 5: Neither Cricket Nor Correct
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read section 5 of part 1 of Fahrenheit 451.Discover how a dystopian world of kerosene and TV screens intertwines with Dan's 'Fle...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Sec 4: Combustible Queries: Montag's Doubts
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read section 4 of part 1 of Fahrenheit 451.Join Montag as he questions his role amid firemen's bizarre history, leading Jen to wonder...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Sec 3: Raindrops and Robo-Dogs
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read section 3 of part 1 of Fahrenheit 451.Join us as Montag navigates a reality of firemen and terminator hounds, contrasted sharply by J...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Sec 2: A Lozenge for Rest: Montag's Dystopia
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read section 2 of part 1 of Fahrenheit 451.The absurdity of Montag's life, where 'Seashells' and pills replace real comfort...
Fahrenheit 451 | Part 1, Section 1: A Fireman, A Teen, and A Little Nuttiness
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read section 1 of part 1 of Fahrenheit 451.When fireman Guy Montag meets the conversationally combustible Clarisse, he realizes that in a ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 31 - Through Boo's Eyes: The Finale
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 31, the final chapter of To Kill a Mockingbird.Scout ushers Boo back home, seeing her world through his silent gaze. A bedtim...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 30 - Let the Dead Bury the Dead
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 30 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Boo Radley, ushered by Scout, unexpectedly listens to an argument between Atticus and Sheriff Hec...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 29 - Pig Disguises and Silent Saviors
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 29 of To Kill a Mockingbird.In a bizarre twist of fate, Scout's Halloween costume proves its mettle during a midnight sh...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 28 - From Stage Fright to Real Fright
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 28 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Maycomb's Halloween festivities take a dark turn as Scout, trapped in a ham-shaped cage of h...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 27 - Scout in a Ham Suit: An Unforgettable Halloween
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 27 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Bob Ewell's petty blame game with Atticus and his creepy stalking tactics have nothing on Sc...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 26 - Old Hitler: Served with a Side of Lane Cake
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 26 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Scout learns about Hitler, hate, and hypocrisy from a contradictory teacher, while Dan and Jen co...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 25 - Scout, Spirits, and the Unveiling of 'Tequila Mockingbird'
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 25 of To Kill a Mockingbird.As Scout mulls over bug ethics and the town expresses an empathy level comparable to a dried-up g...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 24 - Sipping Hypocrisy with Aunt Alexandra
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 24 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Scout trades overalls for a dress at Aunt Alexandra's tea party, where the ladies, drenched ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 23 - Aunt Alexandra's Guide to Snobbery
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 22 of To Kill a Mockingbird.In this twist of Maycomb madness, we see revenge mistaken for catharsis, the justice system doing...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 22 - Jem's Struggle with Maycomb's True Colors
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 22 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Bob Ewell upgrades his public persona from 'racist townie' to 'spitting, revenge-s...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 21 - The Verdict Unveiled: Toilet Tours and Tensions Rise
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 21 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Amidst the nail-biting courtroom suspense, Dan and Jen's curiosity for a potential 'Toi...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 20 - Trial Twists: Coke, Court, and Calpurnia
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 20 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Mr. Dolphus Raymond lives out his own version of 'Drunk History' - except, it's mo...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 19 - Tom's Velvety Testimony: Tom's Testimony Sends Shockwaves
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 19 of To Kill a Mockingbird.As Tom spins a velvety tale that has even Dan and Jen on the edge of their seats, Dill's emo...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 18 - Scrubbed, Scared, and Stammering: Mayella's Meltdown
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 18 of To Kill a Mockingbird.As Mayella Ewell takes the stand, we're plunged into a narrative that's less 'Law ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 17 - Fifty Shades of Maycomb: The Left-Handed Edition
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 17 of To Kill a Mockingbird.We dive headfirst into a world where physicians are a luxury, left-handers are prime suspects, an...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 16 - Courthouse Capers & Ear Wax Escapades
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 16 of To Kill a Mockingbird.As the courthouse bustles, Jem, Scout, and Dill meet Maycomb's quirkiest characters, witness...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 15 - Nuts About Justice: How Scout's Foot Changed Everything
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 15 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Between summer adventures with Dill, tension-filled jailhouse standoffs, and Scout inadvertently ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 14 - Meddling Aunts and Mysterious Bedfellows
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 14 of To Kill a Mockingbird.In a chapter filled with Aunt Alexandra's disapproval, Jem's newfound maturity, and a n...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 13 - Auntzilla Alexandra's Iron Fist & Sweet Crispy Treats
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 13 of To Kill a Mockingbird.Scout, Jem, and Atticus grapple with Aunt Alexandra's relentless pursuit to impose her "...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 12 - Locked In: When Church Collections Get Intense and Aliens Invade
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 12 of To Kill a Mockingbird.In this chapter, where Jem and Scout delve into Calpurnia's hidden life and experience an un...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 11 - Jem's War on Dubose's Bushes & Payback
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 11 of To Kill a Mockingbird.As Jem and Scout delve into the dark underbelly of Mrs. Dubose's bitter existence, we learn ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 10 - The Secret Life of Atticus Finch
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 10 of To Kill a Mockingbird.In an episode where Jem and Scout discover that their seemingly uncool dad is actually "Ol&a...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 9 - Dove Disputes & Scout's Fight Club
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 9 of To Kill a Mockingbird. In this rip-roaring chapter, Scout fiercely defends Atticus against playground bullies and snark...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 8 - Snowy Mischief & Maudie's Meltdown
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 8 of To Kill a Mockingbird. When a snowy surprise hits Maycomb, Jem, and Scout sculpt an icy doppelganger of their cranky nei...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 7 - Jem Walks Like an Egyptian
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 7 of To Kill a Mockingbird. As Jem and Scout uncover a series of enigmatic knothole presents that outshine Maycomb's mun...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 6 - Radley Ruckus & Minty Mayhem
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING NOTE:Starting this week, Banned Camp will now be released twice per week. New episodes will drop Tuesdays and Thursdays at appro...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 5 - Hook, Line, & Foot-Washing Baptists
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 5 of To Kill a Mockingbird. When foot-washing Baptists frown upon Miss Maudie's heavenly flowers, we're reminded th...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 4 - Slow Curriculums and Ghostly Vapors
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 4 of To Kill a Mockingbird. Jem's panic over Scout's gum-chewing habits leads to a larger discussion on the dange...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 3 - Hush Your Fussin'
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 3 of To Kill a Mockingbird. Hot take - Jennifer prefers empathy over bed slats.Join the fight against book banning in your ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 2 - Hot for Teacher, Cold for Clutter
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan read chapter 2 of To Kill a Mockingbird. Jen is considering taking Atticus’ advice to use bartering to clean her house.Join the fight ...
To Kill a Mockingbird | Chapter 1 - Slow Life and Sweaty Teacakes
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jen and Dan kick off this season by reading chapter 1 of To Kill a Mockingbird. Dan seems to identify with the slower pace of life in a sleepy town,...
Welcome to Banned Camp, the banned book podcast.
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Love banned books? Hate censorship?Same. You’re our kind of people.Banned Camp is a comedy podcast where we read banned books and try to figure out ...