Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe | Pt 2 Ch 1-2 - Fever Dreams & Family Bonds

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Episode Summary: In this episode of Banned Camp, Jennifer and Dan read Chapters 1 and 2 of Part 2 of "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Aristotle battles a fierce fever, leading to surreal nightmares and tender moments with his family. Jennifer makes fun of the time paramedics were called to Dan's house while he was going the the bathroom.

Things To Listen For:

• Aristotle's intense fever and surreal nightmares
• Symbolic significance of Aristotle’s dreams
• Tender family moments during Aristotle's illness
• Dan’s amusing bathroom emergency story
• Jennifer’s childhood illness experience
• Discussions on self-discovery and identity

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Topics Covered: Aristotle's fever dreams, family moments, self-discovery, identity, childhood illness, symbolic significance, nightmares, personal anecdotes, banned books.