Snap Judgments: The Pitfalls of Misjudging Others
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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "Clocker" by Richard Price - A novel that delves into the lives of cops and crime, reflecting the author's frequent engagement with law enforcement.
- "Sea of Love" by Richard Price - Another work by the novelist and screenwriter known for his crime stories.
- "Half Empty" by David Rakoff - An essay collection that includes the author's critique of the musical "Rent."
- "Fae What Time Can Accuse and Carry Bad News" by Shalom Auslander - A memoir from the author who shared his personal story in Act Four of the episode.
Videos & Documentaries
- "Schindler's List" - A film mentioned in the context of a Holocaust survivor, jokingly suggested as something to watch with Elie Wiesel.
Organizations & Institutions
- The Moth - A non-profit organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling, where Richard Price's story was originally performed.
- Open Adoption and Family Services (openadopt.org) - An adoption agency in the Pacific Northwest that connected the podcast with Kim for Act Two.
- Holocaust Museum in D.C. - Mentioned as a place where one might verify claims of Holocaust survival.
People Mentioned
- Jonathan Larson - The writer of the musical "Rent," whose work is discussed and critiqued in Act Three.
- Elie Wiesel - A Holocaust survivor and writer, mentioned in a humorous context regarding conversations about difficult life experiences.
- Wally Zerbiak - A basketball player mentioned by a police officer, demonstrating his knowledge of Miami University.
- Ethel and Morris Goldstein - Individuals mentioned by Marvin who knew his father in the concentration camps.
Websites & Online Resources
- The Moth (themoth.org) - The website for the storytelling organization, offering access to their podcast and stories.
- This American Life (thisamericanlife.org) - The website for the podcast itself, where listeners can find a bleeped version of the episode.