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Book Cheat

Book Cheat

Do Go On Media

The book club podcast where Dave Warneke has read the book so you don't have to. Each episode Dave tells two special guests all about a classic novel or play, and by the end of the show, both you and they can pretend you've read it. From Austen to Tolstoy, Shakespeare to Hemingway... Devour a classic in a single sitting.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Book Cheat episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Book Cheat for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Book Cheat episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read John Steinbeck's Cannery Row. Joining Dave to hear about this classic is Nick Capper and Mike Goldstein from The Phone Hacks podcast.


Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW


To get in contact, email [email protected] or follow the show via the links below:


Twitter: @BookCheatPod


Instagram: @BookCheatPod


Facebook: @BookCheatPod


Check out The Phone Hacks podcast:

https://www.nearly.com.au/the-phone-hacks/



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On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read Eugene O'Neill's classic play 'Long Day's Journey Into Night.' Hearing all about it is Mish and Zach from Recaps with Mish and Zach (and also a small side project called Aunty Donna). Discover why this play is listed as a must read for all aspiring actors.


Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW


To get in contact, email [email protected] or follow the show via the links below:


Twitter: @BookCheatPod


Instagram: @BookCheatPod


Facebook: @BookCheatPod


Listen to Recaps with Mish and Zach:

https://zacharyruane.podbean.com/

Watch Zach and Mish in some Aunty Donna sketches:

http://www.auntydonna.com/videos

Watch Mish in the super funny web series Internment:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nw8KnVfkkmg

Mish on Insta:

https://www.instagram.com/mishwittrup/?hl=ur

Zach on Insta:

https://www.instagram.com/zacharyruane/?hl=en



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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read Herman Melville’s tale, Bartleby The Scrivener. Joining Dave to hear all about this classic American short story Sam Petersen and Rik Brown.


Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW


To get in contact, email [email protected] or follow the show via the links below:


Twitter: @BookCheatPod


Instagram: @BookCheatPod


Facebook: @BookCheatPod


Listen to Sam Petersen's Confessions of the Idiots podcast:

https://www.nearly.com.au/confessions-of-the-idiots/


Listen to Rik Brown's How 'Bout This and Yonks Ago podcasts:

https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/x6p63-43db3/How-'Bout-This-Podcast//DirEpisode_page/8


https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/yonks-ago/id1454192468



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On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read William Shakespeare's classic tragedy Othello. Listening to Dave recount how Shakespeare's ultimate villain Iago plots to ruin everything for Othello and everyone around him is Matt Stewart from the Do Go On & Prime Mates podcasts and Joel Duscher from Sanspants Radio.
*This podcast about a 415 year old play contains spoilers. Like a lot of spoilers.
Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW
To get in contact, email [email protected] or follow the show via the links below:
Twitter: @BookCheatPod
Instagram: @BookCheatPod
Facebook: @BookCheatPod
Follow Dave on Twitter: @davewarneke
Book Cheat's theme music was written and performed by Josh Mitchell and Tom Mitchell. Check out their awesome work: www.joshuamitchellcomposer.com/
Listen to Matt Stewarts other podcasts Do Go On and Prime Mates:
https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/do-go-on/
https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/prime-mates/
Listen to Joel Duscher's Sanspants radio podcasts:
http://www.sanspantsradio.com/

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On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read the classic James Bond novel, On Her Majesty's Secret Service. Joining Dave for this Christmas Special is Nick Mason and Naomi Higgins. Recorded live at the European Bier Cafe.


See Book Cheat live: https://dogoonpod.com/live-shows/


Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW


Listen to Nick Mason on The Weekly Planet podcast with Mr Sunday Movies: https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/our-shows/


Watch Naomi Higgins on Gamey Gamey Game: https://gameygame.com/


To get in contact, email [email protected] or follow the show via the links below:

Twitter: @BookCheatPod

Instagram: @BookCheatPod

Facebook: @BookCheatPod



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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read Goodbye, Mr Chips. Hearing all about James Hilton's novel about a teacher is Luke Heggie and Chris Ryan. Recorded live at Good Chat Comedy Club in Brisbane.


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6


Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod


Check out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:

Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on

Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/

Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/

Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/


Listen to the Mid Flight Brawl podcast with Luke Heggie and Nick Cody:

https://www.midflightbrawl.com/


Listen to Chris Ryan's podcast, Chris and Sarah Wear The Pants:

https://chrisryancomedy.com/



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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read the second half of Dracula. Hearing all about the thrilling conclusion to Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants radio.


See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6


Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo


Sign up to hear more about the Sanspants board game, Jaren's Outpost: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dndnerds/jarrens-outpost


Instagram: @bookcheatpod

Facebook: @bookcheatpod

Twitter: @bookcheatpod


Check out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:

Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on

Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/

Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/

Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/



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Hey Book Chooks, just a little update on the show. I'm bringing Book Cheat back from next month. The first new episode will be July 17, and it will be my most requested topic ever!


Also, I'm doing a one off live Book Cheat in London on Wednesday August 10 at London 229. Get tickets here:


https://link.dice.fm/N15828e25174?pid=206d7605


As always suggest a book for me to cover here: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW 


BOOKS FOREVER!



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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Very Hungry Caterpillar. With the recent passing of one of the titans of children's literature Eric Carle, Dave has enlisted Mish and Zach from 'Mish and Zach's Leguizamarama' to go through his best selling creation.


Support Book Cheat on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod

Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://goo.gl/jxMdiW

To get in contact, email [email protected] or follow the show via the links below:

Twitter: @BookCheatPod

Instagram: @BookCheatPod

Facebook: @BookCheatPod


Listen to Dave's other podcast Do Go On:

https://dogoonpod.com/


Check out Mish and Zach on Leguizamarama:

https://play.acast.com/s/mishandzachsleguizamarama


And of course Aunty Donna:

http://www.auntydonna.com/



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On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read the first half of Dracula. Hearing all about (well, the first 12 chapters) of Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants radio.


See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/


Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6


Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo


Sign up to hear more about the Sanspants board game, Jaren's Outpost: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dndnerds/jarrens-outpost


Instagram: @bookcheatpod

Facebook: @bookcheatpod

Twitter: @bookcheatpod


Check out our other podcasts at dogoonpod.com or below:

Do Go On: https://play.acast.com/s/do-go-on

Prime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/

Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/

Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/



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FAQ

How many episodes does Book Cheat have?

Book Cheat currently has 109 episodes available.

What topics does Book Cheat cover?

The podcast is about Literature, Comedy, Podcasts, Books and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Book Cheat?

The episode title '26 - John Steinbeck's Cannery Row (with Nick Capper and Mike Goldstein)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Book Cheat?

The average episode length on Book Cheat is 86 minutes.

How often are episodes of Book Cheat released?

Episodes of Book Cheat are typically released every 14 days, 3 hours.

When was the first episode of Book Cheat?

The first episode of Book Cheat was released on Oct 2, 2018.

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