181: On Quality by Robert Pirsig

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181: On Quality by Robert Pirsig

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After disliking Zen & The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Mike decides to give a Robert Pirsig book another go. Join Mike and special guest David Sparks as they consider the metaphysics of quality. Bookworm #180: Master of Change Bookworm #89: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance On Quality by Robert Pirsig Lila by Robert […]

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Oct 13, 2023

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