# Against the Day: Ch. 38-39

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Podcast: [Mapping the Zone: A Thomas Pynchon discussion podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mapping-the-zone-a-thomas-pynchon-discussion-podcast-6119255)
Published: 2026-08-14T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

While the lines have been set since the first pages of this novel, it seems some of our hosts feel it's only recently fully caught wind in its sails, and the lot of them seem pleased as punch. What that means for you, dear listener, is plenty of history, of course! Really, what would you do without us? Next episode: Ch. 40-41 (p. 557-588) If you like what we're doing and want to support the show, please consider making a donation on Ko-Fi. Funds we receive will be used to upgrade equipment, pay hosting fees, and help make the show better. https://ko-fi.com/mappingthezone https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/salmons-run/id6789264747 As always, thanks so much for listening! Email: ⁠ mappingthezonepod@gmail.com ⁠ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mappingthezone.bsky.social Twitter: https://twitter.com/pynchonpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mappingthezonepodcast/ Editing/production by Max Show art by Brad Wetzel: @bradspersecond (on IG and Reddit) bradspersecond.com

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