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In this intense episode of Banned Camp, Jennifer and Dan dive into Chapters 4-6 of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe.

Ari’s rage boils over as he confronts one of Dante’s attackers, taking justice into his own hands. Emotions run high as Ari struggles to make sense of his violent actions and their consequences.

Things To Listen For:

• Ari's shocking confrontation with one of Dante’s attackers.
• Jennifer and Dan’s humorous debate on whether or not Ari’s actions were justified.
• Robot’s take on the correct pronunciation of “Julián.”
• Comparisons to past protagonists like Ponyboy from The Outsiders and Dill from To Kill a Mockingbird.
• A deep dive into Ari’s emotional conflict and his relationship with his family.

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Featured Clips:
A special thanks to How to Pronounce Julian (Spanish) by Julien Miquel on YouTube for helping us get the pronunciation of “Julián” just right. Check out the video here.

Disclaimer:
This podcast, Banned Camp, features readings and discussions of banned books for the purpose of criticism, commentary, education, and entertainment in accordance with fair use guidelines. The material used from Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz is shared under these principles, with the intent of provoking thought and discussion about literature, censorship, and societal issues. We do not claim any ownership over the original work, and all copyrights remain with the original copyright holder. We strongly encourage listeners to purchase copies of the discussed works to appreciate them in their original context fully.

This podcast is not endorsed by Benjamin Alire Sáenz, his estate, or the publishers of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe. Any monetization of the podcast is separate and not derived directly from the copyrighted material discussed. Our intent is to engage in, promote, and support critical and educational discourse around these works within the framework of fair use.

Topics Covered:
Ari’s anger, confronting bullies, Dante’s attackers, violence and consequences, family dynamics, loyalty, identity, masculinity, emotional conflict.

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