Episode 4: Medical Expertise and One Pound of Nuts (The Brothers

Episode 4: Medical Expertise and One Pound of Nuts (The Brothers Karamazov Pt. 4)

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In this final discussion of The Brothers Karamazov, Karl and Søren discuss Smerdyakov and Ivan's sinister relationship, who's really to blame for Big Daddy K's death, novels vs. the law, and education and the good life. Plus, much more!Theme song: "Shostakovich," by Mucca Pazza.

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