What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.
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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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Do you have trouble drifting off to sleep? My mission is simple. To help you relax, put the stressful day behind you and drift off to sleep. In every episode, I will read an old story in the public domain. So lie down, settle into your pillow, close your eyes, and let me read you a bedtime story to help you sleep. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Hosted on Ac ...
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Book talk and author interviews aimed at helping you discover your next favourite read, presented by Good Reading Magazine.
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You’ve got questions. Together, we get answers. We all need advice, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to turn. Each week, Courtney Martin and Carvell Wallace bring a listener on to the show to solve their toughest problems with the help of world-class experts. It’s free therapy, and you’re invited. Get more of How To! with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of How To! and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the How To! show page on Apple Podca ...
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Join Sarah, Ruthie, and Breena weekly as they discuss all things related to books. Simply, they are best friends who love to read. They'll talk about their current book club picks, favorite book series, book rankings, and so much more!
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Close Reads is a book-club podcast for the incurable reader co-hosted by David Kern, Heidi White, Sean Johnson, and occasionally Tim McIntosh. We read good books and talk about them. This is a show for amateurs in the best sense. This is not an experts show: we’re book lovers, book enthusiasts. Our goal is have empathetic and intelligent conversations about good books. Close Reads is produced by Goldberry Studios, the podcast wing of Goldberry Books, a family-run indie bookshop in Concord, N ...
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“Health has become overcomplicated. I aim to simplify it” In this podcast, we hear stories from leading health experts and exciting personalities who offer easy health life-hacks, expert advice and debunk common health myths giving you the tools to revolutionise how you eat, sleep, move and relax. Hosted by Dr Chatterjee - one of the most influential GPs in the country with nearly 20 years experience, star of BBC 1’s Doctor In the House, and author of 6 internationally best-selling books, in ...
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A family podcast about classic children’s books and the impact they have on us long into adulthood. In each episode, we talk about one popular children's book from the past, uncovering the unique story behind the story. While sitting down with famous, award-winning authors, we investigate the timeless themes in kids’ books.
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Do you want someone to discuss your current read with!? Look no further! We’re Vicky and Kristen, longtime book besties who love to talk about the books we’re reading. Think of us as your virtual book club. Join us each week in our discussions. We will post the books we’re reading that month on our social media accounts, so you can join us. We’ll release every Wednesday morning for your morning commute!
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Someone who read all the Animorphs books like ten years ago introduces them to a few friends.
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Taking you on a journey through a good book, one chapter at a time.
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Two friends, Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich, understand the need to continue the conversation after completing a really great book that you didn't want to end. You know that feeling you get when you finish a good book, and you simply can't move on? Find yourself needing just a little more? This multi-trope romance podcast gives you the opportunity to dig deeper with us into books we love as we discuss all the reasons we can't move on.
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Have you ever left a great book unfinished? Instead, learn or review the key takeaways of bestselling nonfiction, personal development and business books in minutes, instead of hours or never. Get through your stack of unfinished books or meet your next great read. Learn on your terms with text, PDF, audiobook, animation, infographic and mind map summaries of business and personal development books. Learn more at https://www.getstoryshots.com/ Support us by becoming a premium subscriber and ...
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Dr. James Dobson is a clinical psychologist, founder of Christian media empire Focus on the Family, a spiritual advisor to every Republican President since Reagan, and a paragon in the Evangelical Christian movement. And he's a massive dick. Join therapists Jake (a former Evangelical) and Brooke (who knows almost nothing about Evangelical culture) as they read and tear apart Dobson's works. Get ready to laugh, cry, and rip your hair out as we explore the very many reasons why I Hate James Do ...
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Litreading brings classic short stories to life—expertly narrated with care, clarity, and just enough character to keep things lively. From Poe to Twain, Wolfe to Hemingway, each episode features a complete tale designed for immersive, thoughtful listening in a few minutes to an hour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Fearne Cotton talks to incredible people about life, love, loss, and everything in-between as she reveals what happiness means to them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Good Scribes Only is a podcast featuring a novelist + venture investor (Daniel Breyer) and a novelist + founder (Jeremy Streich), who share an enthusiasm for literature. From classics to sci-fi, moderns to ancient philosophy, your hosts will ramble and banter about it all—particularly the topics they have no business discussing. Each episode dives into the craft of writing as well as questions of plot, character, theme, and philosophy in a work.
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Empowering Our Community One Story At A Time This podcast is dedicated to interviewing people who impact the community in Eastern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and beyond! YRRS is a private, non-profit station broadcasting readings of local newspapers, magazines and best-selling books, along with presenting talk shows and special interest programs to people experiencing visual impairment.
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Looking for a book club but don't have time to squeeze real-life meetings into your schedule? Join Book Squad Goals, a bi-weekly podcast about—you guessed it—books, plus all the garbage pop culture we consume when we’re not reading (that’s what our “othersodes” are for!). While you’re paying attention, check out our website & blog at booksquadgoals.com, where we have weekly posts about books, pop culture, and probably our pets. We love our pets.
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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
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The iFanboy.com Comic Book Podcast is a weekly talk show all about the best new current comic book releases. Lifelong friends, Conor Kilpatrick and Josh Flanagan talk about what they loved and (sometimes) hated in the current weekly books, from publishers like Marvel, DC, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, BOOM! Studios, IDW, Aftershock, Valiant, and more. The aim is to have a fun time, some laughs, but to also really understand what makes comic books work and what doesn’t, and trying to under ...
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EconTalk: Conversations for the Curious is an award-winning weekly podcast hosted by Russ Roberts of Shalem College in Jerusalem and Stanford's Hoover Institution. The eclectic guest list includes authors, doctors, psychologists, historians, philosophers, economists, and more. Learn how the health care system really works, the serenity that comes from humility, the challenge of interpreting data, how potato chips are made, what it's like to run an upscale Manhattan restaurant, what caused th ...
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The podcast all about Anne of Green Gables, kindred spirits, and the books that make us who we are! Two grown ladies geek out about Anne of Green Gables. We explore the themes and characters of this enduring classic. Follow us as we discuss all the books by L.M. Montgomery as well as other favorite novels.
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Books and Bites JCPL librarians bring you book recommendations and discuss the bites and beverages to pair with them.
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The Pavement Pounders discuss adapted science fiction, generally well-known films derived from written works. They read the book, watch the movie, watch remakes, reboots, re-adaptations, and give it all a good mulling over.
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Writers talking about writing. Writers talking about publishing. Writers talking about life. Authors Terry Mixon, Paul E Cooley, and Veronica Giguerre interview, babble, and usually cover a number of disassociated topics.
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Blood Good Reads is a flag ship podcast from Bloody Good Screen where host Mark Goddard interviews amazing horror authors and invites them to talk about three books they love. The podcast will also delve in to the careers of the authors to find what makes them the writers they are today. We also host the Movie Club podcast aswell. Follow us over on Twitter @bloodygoodreads Any suggestions of authors you would like to hear on the show? email us:[email protected] ‘RSSVERIFY’
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Crack open a good book with two wise-cracking besties. Sarah and Cyrus are two queer English majors who use their degrees to commit crimes against literature. Support us on Patreon for bonus episodes and merch! https://www.patreon.com/crackedspinespodcast
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What's up, Crew?! What's good?! I was inspired to start this book club because I became a reader of books that inspired and motivated me. And I couldn't wait to share my ah-ha moments with my CREW! What I realized is everyone doesn't have time to read entire books, so I read them and you the benefit of getting the keynotes to inspire motivate, and challenge you. And for the person who does read the entire book or listen to it on audio; you can tune in to get a different perspective on how I ...
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For twenty years, media personality Sarah Fraser has made a name for herself with her bold, hilarious, and totally unfiltered takes on everything from pop culture to parenting, life's messy struggles, and surviving the chaos of Hollywood. On her hit daily show, The Sarah Fraser Show, Sarah dives into the wildest corners of celebrity culture, interviewing and dissecting the most outrageous reality stars and offbeat personalities from Bravo, Sister Wives, 90 Day Fiance, and beyond. Nothing is ...
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It's a book club! Join Ryan and his friends every other Tuesday as they chat about books (and also tell you all about things they aren't sponsored by). From Mythology and Swords & Sorcery to Urban Fantasy or History, this book club is all about having a good time while exploring diverse literary genres. Currently, the club is making its way through: 14, by Peter Clines
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On _This Film is Lit_ we finally settle the score on one simple question… Is the book really better than the movie? Bryan has a film degree. He watches the movie but doesn't read the book. Katie has two English degrees, so she does things the right way and reads the book before we watch the movie. Prepare to be wowed by our expertise and charm as we dissect all of your favorite film adaptations and decide whether the silver-screen or the written word did it better. Turn it up, settle in, and ...
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Print Run is a podcast created and hosted by Laura Zats and Erik Hane. Its aim is simple: to have the conversations surrounding the book and writing industries that too often are glossed over by conventional wisdom, institutional optimism, and false seriousness. We’re book people, and we want to examine the questions that lie at the heart of that life: why do books, specifically, matter? In a digital world, what cultural ground does book publishing still occupy? Whether it’s trends in the qu ...
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Find your book club picks and get your literary fix here. I lead bookish discussions with authors, friends and family minus the scheduling, wine, charcuterie board and the book you didn’t have time to finish. My tastes skew toward the literary but I can’t resist a good thriller or the must-read book of the season. If you like authors like Donna Tartt, Ann Patchett, Jonathan Franzen, Marie Benedict and Rachel Hawkins this podcast is for you.
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Confused by Confucius? Daunted by Dante? Shook by Shakespeare? I get it! I'm Cheryl, a reader exploring the world's most influential books one episode at a time. I don't do lectures, and I can't do jargon. But we do have friendly conversations about why (and whether) these books still matter. Each episode, we tackle a great book or two—The Divine Comedy, The Canterbury Tales, The Odyssey, The Prince—unpacking the big ideas, memorable moments, and surprising ways these stories connect to life ...
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Sibling bookstore owners Hannah Harlow and Sam Pfeifle call each other up at random hours and talk about what they're reading and what they're psyched is coming out next. It doesn't get much more bookish than when a publishing executive and MFA in Creative Writing buys a bookstore with an English teacher and journalist.
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Read The Damn Book™ is the no-fluff spin-off of the Webby-nominated My Simplified Life podcast. Created for people who believe books and stories can change lives, not just fill shelves. Born out of a deep love for storytelling, and a serious frustration with performative book culture, this show puts the spotlight back where it belongs: on the authors and the stories that matter. Host Michelle Glogovac, THE Podcast Matchmaker®, author, and creator of the Podcast Book Tour™, goes beyond blurbs ...
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This is a podcast for emerging writers who want to improve the quality of their work and learn more about the publishing industry. Your one host, Bianca Marais (the bestselling author of 'The Witches of Moonshyne Manor') interviews authors, agents, editors and just about anyone and everyone who's involved in bringing a book to market. She's joined by her cohosts, literary agents Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra from P.S. Literary Agency, who read and critique query letters as well as opening page ...
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Hey Kids! Welcome! The Good Eggs is a fun show just for you! Join the Eggs as they discover the power of kindness, travel to exciting places, and make a difference in their community. Enjoy the show — & don’t forget to subscribe to Spotify for exclusive Video Episodes! https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/the-good-eggs-foundation/subscribe I’m Sandy Ciaramitaro — author & teacher (just like Ms. Poach!). Visit our website at: https://www.thegoodeggs.org You will find puzzles & more! And a ...
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You know that guy that reads all the time, and always has a book recommendation for you? Well, I read and/or produce hundreds of audiobooks a year, and when I read one that has good material, I feature it here. This is my Recommended Listening list. These choices are not influenced by authors or sponsors, just books worthy of your consideration.
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Get the Culture Gabfest and all of Slate's culture coverage here.
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A Kingkiller Chronicle re-read podcast where we do a deep dive into the books of Patrick Rothfuss. We recommend starting with episode 1 as our episodes are quite sequential.
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Eddie and James B discuss the characters and the tales of The Amazing Spider-Man Marvel comic books blending accurate descriptions, serious discussions and laid back humor for a quick ride averaging 2 issues every 30 minutes. This podcast is for MCU fans looking for background stories as well as serious collectors who would like to join in for a full read through. These first time readers also share what they like and don‘t like about the artwork, the writing, the characters and the stories ...
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How Food, Fasting & Lifestyle Can Transform Your Metabolic Health & Reduce Your Risk of Disease with Dr Ben Bikman #582
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2:17:05Most of us will never have our insulin levels tested, yet this single hormone is the body’s master regulator of energy. When it stops working properly, almost every system in the body is affected, from how we store fat, to how we age. Today’s guest is Dr Ben Bikman, a scientist and world-leading expert on insulin and metabolism. He’s a Professor in…
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Beautiful Mystery with Danilyn Rutherford
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31:09In this episode of Read the Damn Book, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with anthropologist and author Danilyn Rutherford to discuss her powerful memoir Beautiful Mystery. The book chronicles Rutherford’s journey as a mother to her daughter Millie, who lives with an undiagnosed disability. Together, Michelle and Danilyn explore themes of parenting,…
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Ep 496: Warm and inviting stories of hearth and home
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53:57When the world feels heavy, many of us reach for books. Today's guest is looking for a specific style of comfort reads. Jemima Welsh is joining Anne today all the way from Brisbane, Australia, where she lives with her family and her pets, including four chickens named for the March sisters. Right now, Jemima is specifically looking for books that f…
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Doctor Chevalier's Lie–a Classic Short Story by Kate Chopin
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4:48Kate Chopin’s Doctor Chevalier’s Lie is a moving meditation on compassion in the face of tragedy. Set against the backdrop of a harsh and unforgiving city, the story turns on a doctor’s quiet decision: whether to report what he sees with unflinching honesty, or to soften the truth for the sake of those left behind. Chopin invites us to consider the…
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Can you use ‘epicenter’ for positive things? The etymology of ‘bro.’ Mukwonago, Oconomowoc.
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16:341120. This week, we look at tricky uses of the word "epicenter" and how people feel about using it metaphorically. We also look at where the word “brother” came from and how it branched into “bro,” “boy,” and even “buddy.” The "brother" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the University of Nevada in Reno and the a…
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Fools for Love. Week 27: Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Midsummer Night's Dream, and The Tempest
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27:47Back with more Shakespeare! Before we get started with Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and The Tempest, I share a little about my experience with Shakespeare before this project. In short, it was almost ZERO. I tell you this so you can have confidence as you start your own Shakespeare journey. I have been shocked, amazed and gratified …
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How To! | Quit IVF (and Start a New Chapter)
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41:56After seven years of trying to conceive, Lauren is ending fertility treatments and starting a new journey: adoption. She’s excited about this unexpected detour into parenthood—but she’s also grieving the loss of something deeply personal that she desired for so long. On this episode: How To!’s Courtney Martin brings on Ada Limón, author of the new …
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INTERVIEW: Ally Lewber (Vanderpump Rules) On Filming For ‘Southern Charm,’ Moving On From James Kennedy, And Choosing Herself! Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser
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44:28In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Ally Lewber, known for her time on Vanderpump Rules and her past relationship with James Kennedy. We discussed her recent experiences, including filming for Southern Charm and the possibility of moving to Charleston, South Carolina. Ally opened up about the end of her podcast, Starstruck, which w…
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Death, Sex & Money | Why Job Hunting Feels So Grim Lately, Especially for Gen Z
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50:29This week, Anna learns about how frustrating it is to apply for jobs these days, especially for early-career folks, even those with college degrees. First, Jeopardy champion Brendan Liaw talks about what it was like to list his job as “stay-at-home son” on national television. Then Slate writer Nitish Pahwa explains why talented people like Brendan…
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Former senator Joe Manchin makes the case for the middle in the memoir 'Dead Center'
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7:47Former West Virginia senator Joseph Manchin III was a gadfly in the ear of his own Democratic party for many years, and a sometime Republican ally. Manchin’s new memoir, Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense, is packed with stories about his relationships with the likes of President Donald Trump and former President Joe Biden. In this interview w…
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How To Quit IVF (and Start a New Chapter)
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41:56After seven years of trying to conceive, Lauren is ending fertility treatments and starting a new journey: adoption. She’s excited about this unexpected detour into parenthood—but she’s also grieving the loss of something deeply personal that she desired for so long. On this episode: How To!’s Courtney Martin brings on Ada Limón, author of the new …
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Hang Up | America's Trumpy Ryder Cup Flop
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1:10:04Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs speak to Fried Egg Golf’s Kevin Van Valkenburg about the American crowds, President, and golf lapses at the Ryder Cup. Ben previews the MLB playoffs, and the hosts discuss the purchase of Electronic Arts by Jared Kushner and a Saudi investment fund. For Afterballs, Ben dusts off a copy of Robert…
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The Man with Two Lives—a Scary Season Story by Ambrose Bierce
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7:40Here’s a taste of the classic tales coming your way this October during Scary Story Season on Litreading. Here is the perfect story for those times when you need to fill a few minutes with entertainment. This tale is a surreal story of a 19th century soldier traversing a dangerous section of the the Great Plains on foot to deliver dispatches from o…
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Episode 41: James Dobson Isn't The (Only) Problem
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1:26:31Oh boy there's nothing I love more on a Monday morning than a heaping helping of context! On this episode, Jake and Brooke take a journey through the forces that are bigger than Dobson, to focus on the real problem. Spoilers, it's capitalism again. References: Lakhani, N. et al., (2021, July 14). Revealed: the true extent of America’s food monopoli…
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Forecast: Scary Story Season Coming October 1 on Litreading
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0:59On October 1, Litreading unlocks the crypt with Scary Season Stories—a chilling collection of timeless tales that whisper through the centuries. These aren’t slasher screams or jump-scares… they’re the kind of stories that linger—in your mind, in your dreams, and in the dark corners of quiet rooms. From Poe to M.R. James, classic horror returns to …
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Hands—a Classic Short Story by Sherwood Anderson
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16:31How can we tell the difference between benevolence and predation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Don McDonald
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An intriguing drama romance with twists on a wild ride! We're not even a little bit sorry for loving this story so much!By Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich
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episode 42: "not quite dead yet" by holly jackson bookclub discussion
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32:19Bookclub is BACK IN SESSION! The goodbookin gals are discussing their first "spooky" read of the season. Join them as they discuss this book's unique plot, love story, twists, turns, & everything in between!By good bookin
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Eating with Intelligence (with Julia Belluz)
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1:05:49Losing weight should be simple: eat less, exercise more. But according to author and health journalist Julia Belluz, it's complicated. Listen as Belluz talks with EconTalk's Russ Roberts about her new book, Food Intelligence. Belluz argues that a calorie is pretty much a calorie whether it's carbs or fat. Keeping calories under control is often har…
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1997 The Amazing Spider-Man 419 420 421 Annual 30 : The Rose Black Tarantula El Uno Angela Yin
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25:58Episode 356. James B and Eddie learn about El Uno, Soundown, Black Tarantula and a lot more non-A-List villains. Sponsored by What Would MJ Say AI App. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by Eddie and Angela Lin’s sister’s love interest. Most Sound effects and music generousl…
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Sister Wives S20 Episode 1 RECAP! Robyn v Kody, Robyn Calls Kody A Pig, Struggles To Give Up Plural Marriage, And Kody Refers To His Exs As ‘Sister Witches.’ Monday, September 29th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser ...
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41:50In this episode of The Sarah Fraser Show, I dive into the much-anticipated premiere of Sister Wives Season 20, where I express my concerns about the potential for a boring season if Kody and Robyn don’t introduce a new wife into the mix. I reflect on the emotional weight of Season 19, especially following Garrison's tragic passing, and how the fami…
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Little Happier: Good Idea or Bad Idea? Do I Regret My Experience, or Not? I Can’t Decide.
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3:25A simple childhood memory of jubilation raises a lasting question: Is it better to persist with activities we dislike and struggle with, or pursue what comes naturally? Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier a…
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Ian McEwan’s latest novel ‘What We Can Know’ is science fiction without the science
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9:56At 77, the Booker Prize-winning British novelist Ian McEwan shows no signs of slowing down. His new novel, What We Can Know, is set in Great Britain in the 22nd century – a country now partly underwater as a result of global warming. In today’s episode, McEwan speaks with NPR’s Scott Simon about the book’s plot – it tells of a search for a lost poe…
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Care & Feeding | What to Say to Your Kids When You Can’t Deal
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38:55This week, award-winning journalist and podcaster Elise Hu joins the show to talk about her new podcast Raising Us, where she explores how parents can handle the trickiest questions kids throw their way. A mom of three, Elise shares her own experiences with curiosity, honesty, and the moments where parents don’t have a neat answer. She also helps L…
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It’s bonus episode time! We’re thrilled to welcome back Emilie Sommer for her popular comps segment. But first, Bianca sits down with bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan to talk about her latest thriller, ‘All This Could Be Yours’. They dive into the realities of book tours, the challenges writers face in the spotlight, and the layered psycholog…
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Get your sh*t together: How to achieve work life balance
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40:26September always has a back-to-school feeling, so this episode is all about getting back into a successful work routine after the summer, without burning yourself out... In this episode – -Entrepreneur Grace Beverley chats through how to set boundaries to create a work life balance that works for you, and how to create new organisation habits so yo…
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The Booker Prize Finalists, Judge Shades Trump's Lawsuit Against PRH, and More Book News
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48:08Jeff and Rebecca talk about The Booker Prize finalists, a judicial brow-beating, soft book sales, and more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Ready for a cozy, bookish autumn? Let Tailored Book Recommendations help you find your next favorite read with handpicked suggestions from professional book nerds. Get started tod…
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🌟 Full-Length Kids Video (with MS. POACH!) That Teaches Kindness, Empathy, and Fun!
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2:58:30🥚✨ Watch The Good Eggs with MS. POACH! — a 3-hour animated story collection that combines social emotional learning with fun stories for kids. Perfect for family fun, road trips, classrooms, or quiet time at home, these engaging stories teach kindness, empathy, and social emotional learning (SEL) in a fun and meaningful way. 🌟 #TheGoodEggs #FamilyF…
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The Enchanted Fish - A Fairytale Bedtime Story
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48:11Fall asleep fast to two fairytales featuring mermaids, The Enchanted Fish and The Mermaid and the Boy. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod O…
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An Alpine Divorce—a Classic Short Story by Robert Barr
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13:22What happens when hate overwhelms love? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Don McDonald
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Pick of the Week #996 – Superman #873 (30)
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1:19:11It’s iFanboy 20/25 — 20 years of podcasting and 25 years of iFanboy! Josh Flanagan almost died this week and Conor Kilpatrick is itchy (it’s almost as bad!) and so this episode got away from them a bit this week, so much so that they had to impose a timer on the email segment. Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the distri…
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Sister Wives S20 Premieres TONIGHT! What To Expect And Will S20 Include Kody + Christine’s Lawsuit Over Truely? Sunday, September 28th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser
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37:55ICYMI, this episode aired in the spring of 2025. In this episode, I dive into the latest updates on Sister Wives, including Mykelti and Tony's confirmation of Robyn Brown's extensive doll collection and speculation about Meri Brown's recent move. I also discuss the drama surrounding Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively's appearance at the SNL 50th annive…
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Inga Simpson and Taanya Harricks their new picture book for children, 'The Peach King'
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15:25When Little Peach Tree was just a sapling, all they could see was row upon row of other peach trees. And, on top of the hill, watching over the orchard - the Peach King. As seasons pass, bringing cycles of change, Little Peach Tree grows and grows. But darker changes are stirring. Soon rain is scarce, the forests turn brown, animals flee and the sk…
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Assistant *to* the Regional Major (The Long Walk, by Stephen King)
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1:06:07Seth was under the weather after returning from doing the Cotswold Way hike in England, so to protect the other guys from germs, this was recorded on his backyard patio, so please forgive the neighbor dog’s squeaky toy accompaniment. Rankings! Colin: movie/book James: book/movie Seth: movie/book Post-credits scenes for this episode include some dis…
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Good Souls—a Classic Short Story by Dorothy Parker
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14:47We have every reason to love these people, yet we don't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Don McDonald
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ICYMI | Jimmy Kimmel & The Death Of Free Speech Online
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52:27On today’s episode, hosts Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay are joined by Spitfire News writer Kat Tenbarge to discuss how reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death are prompting us to reexamine free speech. In her piece, “Is anyone going to defend free speech online?” she explains how this right has long been under threat. From legal challenges to biased algor…
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Kenya Moore Wants To Know If Karen Huger Was a ‘Top or Bottom’ In Jail, Gets Dragged For YouTube Show, Whitney Roses’ Secret Divorce, And Paige DeSorbo’s Dilemma. Saturday, September 27th, 2025 | Sarah ...
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32:31In this episode of TSFS, I dive into the latest drama from the reality TV world, starting with Kenya Moore's bold YouTube talk show where she hilariously questions whether Karen Huger was a top or bottom in jail, sparking quite a bit of controversy. I also discuss Paige DeSorbo's career crossroads as she navigates her future with Summer House and t…
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More Happier: Introducing “Since You Asked with Gretchen Rubin and Lori Gottlieb”
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35:27Introducing my new podcast: Since You Asked! This is the first episode of my new show with my friend, the therapist and author Lori Gottlieb. Each week, we tackle the daily problems of living—the pet peeve that’s annoyed you for years, the question you’re too embarrassed to ask, or the dilemma you just can’t solve. If you enjoy this episode, follow…
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Episode 412 "Dreadful" by Caitlin Rozakis, Chapter 3 Gav tries various means of gathering information, including his own notes, an evil sorceress, and a demon. Anita feels bad for a princess, while Scott speculates on what the plan actually is. You can follow The Read-Along on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thereadalong, and join our Goodreads Gr…
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Handful of Clay—a Classic Short Story by Henry van Dyke
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7:53Every day we are bombarded by images of unattainable beauty, regaled with stories of fame, and envious of those who have attained great wealth. It’s easy to lose sight of our important contributions to the world and those around us. No matter how we have ended up , we all started as a figurative "handful of clay." Henry van Dyke was a well-known cl…
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Tamra Judge’s Power Over Bravo, Is Gretchen Rossi Getting Fired? Vicki Gunvalson Coming Back to RHOC Full Time? Plus, OG RHONY Cast Returning? Friday, September 26th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser
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35:52In this episode of TSFS, I had the pleasure of chatting with David Yontef about the latest chaos in "Real Housewives of Orange County," including rumors of Tamra cheating on Eddie and the controversial return of Gretchen and Slade. We also delved into Jackie Goldschneider's feelings of betrayal by her former castmates and the complexities of fame w…
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Hit Parade | Toppermost of the Poppermost Edition Part 2
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55:04In the rarefied world of smash pop singles, there are No. 1s—and there are No. 1 debuts. Entering Billboard’s Hot 100 at the top is one of the hardest tricks in music. In fact, it wasn’t possible in the U.S. until 1995. That’s when the record labels hacked the Hot 100 and figured out how to send new singles straight into the chart penthouse. But sc…
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‘Peacemaker’ and ‘Tomorrow Is Yesterday’ are personal histories of diplomacy
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19:43Two new books dive into the details of diplomacy. First, in the 1960s U Thant became the first non-Western secretary-general of the United Nations. Now his grandson, historian Thant Myint-U, has written Peacemaker, a new biography of the diplomat. In today’s episode, Thant speaks with NPR’s Michele Keleman about his grandfather’s journey. Then, Hus…
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BITESIZE | How To Break Free From Subconscious Habits and Take Back Control | Dr Bruce Lipton #581
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23:05Did you know that around 95% of your behaviours come from your subconscious mind? For most of us, this means living much of our lives on autopilot. Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests. Today’s clip is fr…
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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: Married Life Begins
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41:05Tonight's bedtime story is the continuation of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your co…
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The Idyl of Red Gulch—a Classic Short Story by Bret Harte
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25:54A young woman stumbles upon a drunk with whom she forms a bond until she learns more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Don McDonald
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Adapting a classic: from words to watercolors, with K. Woodman-Maynard
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24:401119. This week, we talk with illustrator and cartoonist K. Woodman-Maynard about her new graphic novel adaptation of "Tuck Everlasting." We look at the creative process of adapting a beloved book, including how she uses visual storytelling to convey emotion and meaning with watercolor and panel design. We also look at her approach to condensing th…
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RHOM Cast Getting Major Shakeup, And Dolores Weighs In On Teresa Saying She’s Open to Reconciling W/ Joe and Melissa. Thursday, September 25th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser
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33:07In this episode of TSFS, David Yontef and I dive into the latest Bravo news, starting with Dolores Catania's surprising comments about Teresa Giudice's openness to reconciling with Melissa and Joe Gorga, which leaves Dolores in a state of shock. We also discuss the mixed reactions to the current season of RHOSLC, where I find the drama engaging whi…
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Care & Feeding | Demystifying Car Seat Safety
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1:03:13On this episode: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth mark Child Passenger Safety Week with a conversation about car seats. Child passenger safety technician Jamie Grayson joins to break down the basics: how to install correctly, when to switch stages, and the mistakes parents don’t even realize they’re making. Here is the NHTSA car seat safety page. Listen to…
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Ken Jaworowski’s new crime novel ‘What About the Bodies’ has a surprising tender side
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7:57Ken Jaworowski is out with a new crime novel with a surprising tender side. What About the Bodies is set in a fictional town past its glory days with a shuttered steel plant, closed coal mines, and a community that everyone talks about leaving. In today’s episode, the New York Times editor and author speaks with NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe about the three …
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