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Every book Vittorio Angelone recommended on podcasts
Vittorio Angelone appears as a guest on Modern Wisdom, where conversation frequently turns toward contemporary culture, comedy, and personal experiences with neurodivergence. During his appearance, he shares several literary recommendations and reflections on books that have impacted him at different stages of his life. When discussing works by comedians centered around adult autism diagnoses, Angelone recommends Fern Brady's book Strong Female Character alongside Pierre Novellie's Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things? Both titles are highlighted within the context of humorous and insightful personal accounts of navigating autism. Additionally, Angelone recommends Patrick Radden Keefe's book Say Nothing to host Chris Williamson, suggesting that the host would particularly enjoy it based on Keefe's previous writing. Expanding on his reading history, Angelone also reflects on Jordan B. Peterson's 12 Rules for Life, noting that he read the text when he was twenty-two years old and found it helpful during that period of his life. Through these discussions, Angelone connects his literary interests to personal growth, non-fiction storytelling, and comedic perspectives on mental health and neurodiversity.
Books recommended by Vittorio Angelone
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Say Nothing
Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe is a true story of murder and memory in Northern Ireland that investigates political violence, justice, and the heavy personal cost of what individuals kill and die for.
Recommended“I was reading London Falling, Patrick Granf's new book. Um, you know Patrick Granke, he wrote Say Nothing. Um, you should read Say Say Say Nothing. I think you'd really like it.”
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Strong Female Character
Strong Female Character by Fern Brady is a candid memoir exploring the author's late diagnosis of autism and her experiences navigating the world as an autistic woman.
Recommended“There's a great book there's two great books by comedians about adult autism diagnosis. There's Fern Brady strong female character”
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Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things?
Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things? by Pierre Novellie is a humorous and introspective exploration of living with undiagnosed and later diagnosed autism, examining the peculiar frustrations and systemic exhaustion of the neurodivergent experience.
Recommended“and there's Pierre Nlli Why can't I just enjoy things?”
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12 Rules for Life
12 Rules for Life by Jordan B.
Discussed“Listen, I read the 12 rules for life book and I found it helpful when I was like 22 and I'm so Jordan Peterson.”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| “My Autism Keeps Upsetting People” - Vittorio Angelone - #1119 | Modern Wisdom | 2026-07-04 | 4 |