When the Virtual Becomes Reality | Ready Player One

<p>Ready Player One was an explosive success both in written form and on the silver screen. The story of Wade Watts and his journey through the Oasis of James Halliday is one that is filled with charm and jam packed with 80’s nostalgia. While it might not be the most beloved work by literary critics, it is a joy to experience for anyone looking for a fun trip in a world enveloped with pop culture obsession.</p><p>Watch the show on <a href="https://youtu.be/080R-tMBeY4">YouTube</a><br /> </p><p>Buy Zach’s newest book, <i>Something Strange at Grandma’s House: </i><a href="https://www.steellakestudio.com/books">https://www.steellakestudio.com/books</a></p><p>Sign up for our E-MAIL LIST: <a href="https://www.steellakestudio.com/email">https://www.steellakestudio.com/email</a></p><p>TIMESTAMPS</p><p>0:00:00 Introduction and Welcome</p><p>0:01:05 Zach shares his excitement about writing his 2nd book</p><p>0:02:55 Getting kids to like Lord of the Rings</p><p>0:05:45 Cody talks about turning 30</p><p>0:07:40 Cody’s tips for people in their 20’s or just those who don’t have kids</p><p>0:12:20 Zach’s perspective on meditation</p><p>0:23:30 Cody’s story about the “healing” of meditation</p><p>0:29:15 Zach’s 2nd book is OUT NOW!</p><p>0:32:50 Do readers need to read the Terror Town series in order?</p><p>0:34:03 MAIN TOPIC: READY PLAYER ONE</p><p>0:36:40 The purpose of Ready Player One and the impact of 80’s culture</p><p>0:39:20 History and background of Earnest Cline and Ready Player One</p><p>0:43:20 The guys’ thoughts on the critical reception of Ready Player One</p><p>0:50:45 Plot Synopsis of Ready Player One</p><p>0:58:04 Fun facts associated with Ready Player One</p><p>1:03:00 The main differences between the book and the film</p><p>1:09:00 Earnest Cline’s other works and Ready Player Two</p><p>1:18:25 Earnerst Cline’s characters were based on real life people</p><p>1:21:00 Bought the book on a date night, read it in an auto shop</p><p>1:27:20 Receiving the book as a gift</p><p>1:33:30 Lasting Appeal</p><p>1:44:49 Goo