A podcast dedicated to fantasy fiction! Each week Marysa and Vicki will discuss a different book from the fantasy genre. A great podcast if you love talking about fantasy and are looking for recommendations.
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Literary Discussion Podcasts
In this podcast we discuss the European literary canon and the history, culture, philosophy, art, and science that surrounds it.
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Shelf Love is about romance novels and how they reflect, explore, challenge, and shape desire. Host Andrea Martucci invites experts from a variety of perspectives to critically engaging with romance novels. Listen for discussions of individual books, genre discourse, and scholarly topics.
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The Oldie magazine’s podcast featuring discussion and debate around the lead features in the latest magazine, plus live recordings from our famous Literary Lunches. Presented by Harry Mount.
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A writer curated discussion podcast and audio literary magazine
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Not just book chat! The Literary Life Podcast is an ongoing conversation about the skill and art of reading well and the lost intellectual tradition needed to fully enter into the great works of literature. Experienced teachers Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks (of www.HouseOfHumaneLetters.com) join lifelong reader Cindy Rollins (of www.MorningtimeForMoms.com) for slow reads of classic literature, conversations with book lovers, and an ever-unfolding discussion of how Stories Will Save the ...
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"Writing It! The Podcast About Academics & Writing" dives deep into the world of academic writing and publishing. Join us for conversations with academics and editors as we discuss challenges, strategies, and insights from our writing lives. As we share our experiences and helpful hacks, we make the process of writing and getting published a bit more transparent and a bit less overwhelming.
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Mean Book Club the Podcast: Four ladies (UCB-NY, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) read, discuss & make fun of NYT bestselling books with little literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute? New podcast every Tuesday! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
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A bi-weekly video game book club that takes a deep look at one game every episode. We discuss the literary elements, philosophical ideas, and game design decisions that make games great while keeping things funny and friendly. Tune in for some close readings of your favorite games! Email us at [email protected]
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We’ve been creating podcasts since 2009 - first The H.P. Lovecraft Literary Podcast and now Strange Studies of Strange Stories! Each week, hosts Chad Fifer and Chris Lackey discuss a piece of genre fiction. Talented voice actors bring the text to life. Music and sound effects create atmosphere while occasional guest experts show up to make things classy. One free show a month and four more for Patreon subscribers!
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We are Damsels who love reading spicy, exciting, and sometimes hilarious romance. We deep dive into the literary bowels of the romance genre and discuss what we liked, what we LOVED, and what we found downright ridiculous. Join us monthly as we discuss our spicy picks. This podcast contains mature adult content that may not be suitable for everyone. Damsel discretion is advised.
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Welcome to the All Booked Podcast! Where librarians from the Ridgewood Public Library talk about the books their reading, discuss literary topics, and add to each other's TBR lists.
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“We read books – and other words, too.” Two cousins read and discuss a wide variety of books from self pub to indie to trad pub. Episodes are divided into a “Spoiler Free” conversation and then a clearly delineated “Spoiler-y” discussion, so listeners can enjoy every episode regardless of whether they’ve read the book or not. Most of the books covered on the podcast are Fantasy, Science Fiction, or some middle ground between the two, but they also read Literary Fiction, Poetry, and Non Ficti ...
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The Write Question is a weekly literary program hosted by Lauren Korn that features authors from the American West—and beyond—including James Lee Burke, Kate Lebo, Anne Helen Petersen, Robert Wrigley, Jess Walter, Stephen Graham Jones, Hoa Nguyen, Maggie Shipstead, Elissa Washuta, and others.
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Find your next great read. Book recommendations, book news and guests, including top authors and other book enthusiasts who discuss what’s happening in the world of books with a focus on frontlist and backlist fiction including literary fiction, suspense, historical, memoir and nonfiction.
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This podcast originated from my desire to share my admiration of books and writing with my friends. Its goal is to encourage them and you, the listener, to pick up a book that you and I never would have before and to begin writing as a way of self-expression. Simply, this podcast is about books and authors. But it delves into more profound topics than chatting about a book I am reading. My friends and I discuss authors’ lives by celebrating and/or denouncing the actions and views that brough ...
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We’re Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay—three neighbors who can’t stop talking about books, so we’re bringing the conversation to you. Each episode, we’ll dive into the stories we love (and maybe a few we don’t), mixing fun with literary insight. So get ready to laugh, add to your TBR, and join the discussion—because in our neighborhood, a good book is always just around the block.
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Alzabo Soup is a literary analysis podcast where we literally become our favorite authors by devouring portions of their brains. We do chapter-by-chapter analysis of our favorite speculative fiction, researching the details and discussing the implications.
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Stay abreast of our summer workshops in Fiction, Nonfiction and Memoir by following to hear panels, and craft talks from esteemed agents and editors. Later in the year we will be adding selected craft talks from previous summers. Year-round, we also host Bibliocracy Radio , a weekly half-hour books discussion and interview program hosted by Santa Monica Review editor Andrew Tonkovich featuring writers of literary fiction and nonfiction, poetry, memoir and cultural criticism.
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Join Slava and Jonathan as they discuss the books they are reading. Explore world-building, characters, and story development—and share some laughs along the way. Side Quest Book Club — a literary adventure podcast.
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Spine Crackers is an in-depth literary analysis podcast where we discuss a different book every other week, with some jokes and goofs tossed in for good measure. Follow us on instagram, twitter, facebook, etc. and check out our patreon! We post our next read on twitter so you can keep up and read along with us if you like. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/spinecrackers https://www.patreon.com/spinecrackers [email protected]
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A program dedicated to the eclectic world of poetry and performance. Guests are contemporary poets who read and discuss their works.
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Mind Set in Stone Podcasts is a deep-dive book podcast hosted by Dave, Poppy, Larrell and Jazz, designed to explore the ideas and themes that shape our world. Each episode unpacks the layers of thought-provoking books, offering listeners fresh insights and engaging discussions that inspire curiosity and self-reflection. From timeless classics to modern thought leaders, Dave, Poppy Larrell and Jazz connect stories to life lessons, making each episode a journey into the minds behind the words.
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Have you ever binge-read a new favorite series, only to end up with a book-hangover? Or finished a heart-stopping scene only to look around and not be able to talk to anyone about it? Maybe you’ve even felt embarrassed about what you’re reading because it isn’t considered a “classic” by people you know. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac and Amy is the go-to literary podcast to discuss your favorite novels with your newest book-besties. They use their literary backgrounds to analyze what makes t ...
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A Podcast To Discuss Everything Literature
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Discussion, debate, even a little dispute – expect it all on The Book Club Review. Every month hosts Kate and Laura bring you a new episode. That could be Book Club where we chat about the book read most recently by one of our book clubs. It could be Bookshelf, an episode dedicated to the books we're reading outside of book club – the ones we get to pick and choose. Or it could be an interview with a book club, bookshop or book lover. Whatever the topic, every episode features lively and fra ...
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READING MCCARTHY is a podcast devoted to the consideration and discussion of the works of one of our greatest American writers, Cormac McCarthy. Each episode will call upon different well-known Cormackian readers and scholars to help us explore different works and various essential aspects of McCarthy’s writing. (Note these episodes try to offer accessible literary criticism and may contain spoilers from different McCarthy works.)
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Welcome to your literary happy hour, Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR, along with cocktail recipes, travel advice, life hacks, and book readings from the authors themselves. Hosted by award-winning author William R. Hincy, the show takes #booktok to another level with engaging, in-depth, and merrily irreverent conversations with today’s most interesting writers. And for our writers joining us, there are plenty of creative w ...
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The opposite of true crime. Part book club, part interview show, Tea & Murder is a podcast all about Agatha Christie and her work. Every episode, host Rebecca Thandi Norman has an exciting guest to discuss an Agatha Christie book, story, or play of their choice. With a smattering of literary analysis and a big dose of humor, Rebecca and her guest dive into why we like the things we like, what makes a great mystery, and every conceivable element of the Agatha Christie universe. Welcome to Tea ...
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A Star Wars literary podcast that strives to deliver an educational and yet, entertaining analysis and outlook, pertaining to the new canonical novels/YA books from the galaxy far, far away. In other words, Becca and Mark are your guardians to the Whills and your librarians to the long-lost Jedi Archives.
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Associate editor Spencer Klavan phones up authors whose CRB essays have prompted deeper reflection and discussion. Over a drink, he'll chat with the leading minds on the Right about what's going on in politics and literary culture. claremontinstitute.substack.com
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The Big Book Project is a multi-venue reading experience for bibliophiles fascinated by long or dense works of fiction and interested in discussing them with others, one novel at a time. The works selected will be capacious novels from the mid-nineteenth century through today that possess an abundant writing style or complexity in structure and themes. The notion that reading need not be a solitary activity has special resonance with these novels given that there is much to discuss, elaborat ...
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Welcome to the 2am Book Review Club! Do you stay up too late reading books? Do you love mysteries, thrillers, romance, historical fiction, fantasy, or literary fiction? Do you want weekly book recommendations and/or book breakdowns? Then you’ve found your new favorite book club! Join me each week as I discuss everything from the most-hyped new releases to books that nobody seems to have heard of as we explore the wide and wonderful world of books!
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A podcast by story tellers for story lovers. Join Morgan and Maren as they discuss all mediums of story, and talk about every genre and topic they can get their hands on.
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Jeff Somers is the author of the Avery Cates series, the Ustari Cycle, Chum, and Writing Without Rules. He also generates 45% of all the freelance writing in the universe. In each episode, Jeff will pour a drink and discuss one of his works of short fiction, from inspiration to publication, and then read the damn thing with sound effects and asides. He invites you to pour a drink and settle in with him for a self-centered and self-deprecating tour of his literary universe. Also, take off you ...
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A podcast facilitated by the Wisdom Factory Literary Society, championing open, objective, and topical discussion.
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Mainstream publishing has a problem and Mancunians aren’t having any of it. Meet the radical writers and DIY-publishers who transformed the literary scene of Manchester from 1977-2010, providing a platform to marginalised writers whose stories were being perpetually overlooked. The Hard Pressed podcast features interviews with creatives that shaped a lively spoken word and print scene, plus striking readings that convey the true lives of Manchester’s people past and present. Hosted by Heena ...
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Discuss “A Walk In The Woods” by Bill Bryson
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Redhawk Publications is an artistic initiative of the Catawba Valley Community College, publishing written works of interest for the local community, the state of North Carolina as well the entire United States. Established in 2017, CVCC is the only North Carolina community college with a publishing division and has over 75 unique titles.The podcast, “RedPubPod” acts as a companion to the works of our authors. Be sure to check out the podcast and subscribe so that you can hear author intervi ...
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Life is improvisation! Observations from a regular guy on how with world around us impacts who we are and what we perceive. I explore how life is more about asking questions than accepting what is presented. In addition to my own reflections and experiences, I interview guests from the art, literary, music, cultural and political fields to gain insight as to how we all impact the world we share and our joint realities. We are all failing up!
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Join J.D. Myall from Writer's Digest and Drexel University on 'Craft Chat Chronicles' for interviews with New York Times best-selling authors. Delve into the art of writing, uncover insights and tips on crafting bestsellers, as well as effective publishing and book marketing. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned writers, and students alike, this podcast combines creative writing expertise with real-world publishing experience. Tune in for transformative literary guidance.
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First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing is a weekly show featuring in-depth interviews with fiction, non-fiction, essay, and poetry writers. First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing highlights the voices of writers as they discuss their work, their craft, and the literary arts. This weekly show hosted by Mitzi Rapkin is a celebration of creative writing and the individuals who are dedicated to bringing their carefully chosen words to print as well as the impact writers have on the world we live in.
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A discussion on 2 works of satire for our AP Lang class by Lucienne Karszen, Shayna Maleson, and Noah Patrick
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Host Fil Deptula and guest Mr. Vernacular Spectacular, aka Davis Peck, get into the Halloween Spirit and discuss the Strange Case of Clarence Adams and how literature may have warped his mind. Please like, comment, and follow the show on any platform you listen. Send any questions you may have to: patreon.com/LostintheLibraryPodcast lostinthelibrar…
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For their final Spooky Month episode, your hosts read Lovecraft Country by Matt Ruff. They discuss cosmic horror vs social horror, magic cults, and ill advised heists. Find us on Discord / Support us on Patreon Thanks to the following musicians for the use of their songs: - Josh Woodward for the use of “Electric Sunrise” - Kevin MacLeod for the use…
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Natasha Siegel on "As Many Souls as Stars": Sapphic Romantasy, Faustian Bargains, and the Meaning of Humanity
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In this week’s episode of Book Talk for BookTok, Jac and Amy sit down with Natasha Siegel, author of As Many Souls as Stars, a hauntingly beautiful sapphic romantasy inspired by the Faustus legend. Together, they explore how Natasha’s background in historical fiction, romance, and Jewish-Danish heritage shaped her richly imagined world of love, los…
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Exploring the Occult: Hurricane Katrina, Casket Girls, and the Eternal Allure of Vampires
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Send us a text Learn more about Marita Voyvod-Crandle: https://www.maritawoywodcrandle.com/ For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are there, as well as host William R. Hincy's bonkers, rock-n-roll satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA: https://wrhincy.substack.com/ In this episode of Writers Drinking Whi…
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Balls Deep: 2025 NBA Season Preview
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In this episode Gino, Pete, and Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED- discuss the 2025 NBA season awards, the revamped Nuggets, the Kings, the neverending drama in Philly (war never changes), and 2025 season predictions. Please consider donating to the National Network of Abortion Funds: abortionfunds.org/donate If you've been enjoying the podcast, please c…
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Where is Joe Merchant by Jimmy Buffett
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Where are our Parrot Heads at?! This week we read Where's Joe Merchant by Mr. Margaritaville himself, Jimmy Buffett. Did the plot make sense? No. Did we like the book? Also no. But did Johnna find out that Jimmy Buffett is her most listened to artist on Spotify mid-episode? The answer may surprise you. Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, …
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"Goodbye to the Good War" by Sean McMeekin
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Associate Editor Spencer Klavan reads “Goodbye to the Good War,” Sean McMeekin’s essay on reality, myth, and World War II, featured in the summer 2025 issue. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit claremontinstitute.substack.com…
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Chapter 31: His & Hers by Alice Feeney Book Club
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In this episode, Adrienne, Audrey, and Lindsay dive into His & Hers by Alice Feeney—the addictive psychological thriller full of secrets, lies, and shocking twists. They break down WITH SPOILERS the unreliable narrators, the tangled relationships, and that unforgettable ending. Tune in for theories, laughter, and plenty of “wait, WHAT?” moments. Id…
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Red Seas Under Red Skies Part 2 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Heist Book
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In this episode of the Side Quest Book Club Podcast, we dive into chapters 4–7 of Red Seas Under Red Skies and wrap up part one of the book. We break down Locke and Jean’s meeting with a poisoner, the brutal wasp spectacle, and their pirate training under the manipulative Drakos. Along the way, we recap key plot points and explore the role of the g…
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Heir of Fire Ch. 1–7 — Aelin/Celaena, Rowan, Chaol, Dorian, Manon (Analysis
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A chapter-bound, spoiler-controlled deep dive into Heir of Fire (Ch. 1–7): grief, avoidance, broken bonds, and a first look at Rowan, Aedion, Sorscha, and Manon through Feminist and Marxist lenses. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels—romance and romantasy—like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes,…
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Best of Series – "Dracula" by Bram Stoker, Ch. 18-End
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On The Literary Life podcast this week, Angelina, Cindy and Thomas are back to wrap up their series on Bram Stoker's Dracula. They open with their commonplace quotes then begin diving into the major plot points and the connections being made. Angelina and Cindy discuss what happens to Mina, especially in relation to the idea of the New Woman versus…
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I was listening to NPR, (while we still have it) the other day and the topic was ASI, Artificial Super Intelligence. Now mind you, AI fills a void that has been identified in the majority of our civilized species. A void we won't get back because we have become dependent on the technology. This next generation of Advanced Intelligence is still in t…
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407: Daniel Finkelstein in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
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Daniel Finkelstein is an award-winning political commentator and journalist. He’s a Times columnist, and author of his 2023 memoir, Mum, Dad, Hitler, Stalin. Previously he was a politician and political advisor to John Major and William Hague. He was appointed to the House of Lords as a life peer in 2013. He talks to Charlotte Metcalf about his boo…
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Until quite recently, the “New Atheism” held sway over the minds of many elites. But the secular, scientistic worldview that was once so in vogue proved radically insufficient to meet the challenges of the post-9/11 world. Now, a New Theism is gaining traction among many of the thinkers who once professed a confident unbelief. Associate Editor Spen…
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Jaquira Díaz was raised between Humacao, Fajardo, Puerto Rico and Miami Beach. She is the author of Ordinary Girls: A Memoir, winner of a Whiting Award, a Florida Book Awards Gold Medal, a Lambda Literary Awards finalist, an American Booksellers Association Indies Introduce Selection, a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers Selection, an Indie …
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A 2am Halloween Special: Let’s Discuss V. E. Schwab’s 500 Page Vampire Epic | BURY OUR BONES IN THE MIDNIGHT SOIL
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This week, we're celebrating spooky season with a very special discussion of V. E. Schwab's 500 page vampire epic, BURY OUR BONES IN THE MIDNIGHT SOIL! Tune in for exciting book-related content every week here on the podcast, and be sure to also check out the companion Youtube channel: The 2am Book Review Club Youtube channel.…
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What if understanding people was as simple as knowing their colour? In this episode of the Mind Set in Stone Podcast, hosts Dave and Poppy explore Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson, the fascinating breakdown of human behaviour through four distinct personality types: Red (dominant), Yellow (inspiring), Green (stable), and Blue (analytical). Da…
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Nothing brings autumn to life like a fresh glass of real cider! Not that pasteurized juice you buy a the grocery store. Real apple cider that explodes with the tastes of fall. This takes me back to autumn when pumpkin seeds, were a dessert, and the blowing leaves and chilly nights brought created a comfort where time stood still. timothymahar.org…
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Beyond the Shortlist: The 2025 Booker Longlist titles worth your time • #181
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In which Kate is joined by pod regular, journalist Phil Chaffee and Professor Elizabeth Eva Leach. Both read over 200 books a year, and their reading stacks this year have included the Booker longlist. And so who better to consider the books that didn't make the final cut – but which are, notwithstanding, the 'best' books selected from over 150 sub…
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Season 2 Episode 8: How Paris, Cancer, and COVID Shaped a Memoir: Robin Allison Davis’s Journey
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Send us a text Ever wondered what it’s like to face a life-threatening illness in a foreign country during a global pandemic? Join us for a conversation with debut author Robin Allison Davis, who shares her deeply personal journey of living in Paris while battling cancer. Robin gives us a window into the complexities and emotional toll of navigatin…
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Chapter 2 Part 2 - Gene Wolfe's Return to the Whorl
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Intro - Metz and Phil stan for Kpop Demon Hunters. Content (8:43) - Discussion of the Part 2 of Chapter 2 of Return to the Whorl, by Gene Wolfe. This Month's Read-Along - The Bloody Chamber, by Angela Carter Check out more at alzabosoup.com.
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408: In Review: Star Wars: The Last Order and The Hunt for Ben Solo
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In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, the hosts kick things off with news about Adam Driver, who played Kylo Ren and Ben Solo in the Sequel trilogy. They talk about his recent movie idea, The Hunt for Ben Solo, which he pitched to Lucasfilm and Disney. After that, Mark and Becca review Star Wars: The Last Order, a young adult novel by Kwame Mbalia…
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Bookstore Talk: Exploring Frankenstein And The World In Which Mary Shelley Created A Monster
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Send us a text This is a talk I gave at a bookstore in Western Maryland in October 2025 discussing the world in which Mary Shelley was living when she wrote Frankenstein. Pick up my edition of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein at my website: https://www.vollrathpublishing.com At 3:36 I reversed the names of the Islands of St. Helena and Elba; Napoleon wa…
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Abigail Owen on The Things Gods Break: Rewriting the Titans and Redefining Fate
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In this episode of Book Talk for BookTok, we interview #1 New York Times bestselling romantasy author Abigail Owen to discuss her new release, The Things Gods Break — the spellbinding sequel to The Games Gods Play. This mythic romantasy series reimagines Titan mythology through a darkly emotional lens, blending ancient lore, forbidden love, and fat…
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Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light: Part 2 - The Grand Final-e
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In this episode Chris "ZombiePie" -REDACTED-, and Jeff finishFinal Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light! We pick up where we left off with the story and the game's context and then rank it on our grand Ranking of Fantasies! Check out the current ranking of Fantasies here: bit.ly/deepfinal Please consider donating to the National Network of Abortion Funds…
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George Vassilacopoulos was born in Greece and migrated to Australia in 1974. He taught philosophy at La Trobe University, and has published books and articles on (European) philosophy, Indigenous sovereignty, and (Greek Australian) history. Ashpoems (re.press, 2025) is his fifteenth poetry collection, the first in English.Ashpoems is available here…
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Absalom, Absalom! Chapters 4–5: Rosa Coldfield’s Humiliation and Sutpen’s Obsession | The Big Book Project (Video 2 with Dr. Larry Allums)
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Welcome back to The Big Book Project, hosted by Lori Feathers. In Video 2, Lori continues her discussion of William Faulkner’s Absalom, Absalom! with returning guest Dr. Larry Allums. Together, they unpack the intense drama of Chapters 4 and 5, where Rosa Coldfield’s narration reveals her humiliation at the hands of Thomas Sutpen — and Faulkner dee…
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Author Interview: Shitshow by Chris Panatier
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Your hosts talk with Chris Panatier about his latest novel Shitshow and its impeccable fall horror vibes. They discuss the (lack of) poop jokes, the human element at the heart of the book, and cheese grater inspired fair rides. Find more from Chris: https://chrispanatier.com/ https://bsky.app/profile/scribeofhades.bsky.social Find us on Discord / S…
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This episode we continue Monster Smash October with Deceived by the Gargoyles by Lillian Lark! Grace is ready to settle down but has had difficulty finding the right person for her. She decides to go to a matchmaker to help her find a match. She gets more than expected when she's matched with Elliot, a gargoyle who already has two mates. Luckily, t…
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Chapter 30: Our Most Anticipated Book Releases Still to Come in 2025
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The year may be winding down, but publishing season is still going strong! In this episode of Books Around the Block, Adrienne, Lindsay, and Audrey each share three of their most anticipated book releases hitting shelves between October and the end of December 2025. We’re stacking our TBRs one last time before the year wraps up! Heart the Lover by …
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Red Seas Under Red Skies Part 1 - Scott Lynch - High Fantasy Book - Heist Book
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Season 5 is starting strong! We're off to Telvarar to hang with Locke and Jean. In this episode of the SideQuest Book Club, we delve into Scott Lynch's Red Seas Under Red Skies, the second book in the Gentlemen Bastard series. The discussion highlights the tension in the prologue, the introduction of the Bonds Magi as a new threat (again!), and the…
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The Jasad Heir Analysis: Fantasy World-building & Romantasy Themes in Sara Hashem’s Debut Novel
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Welcome to Autumn-ish Book Club! In this flash analysis series, we take an academic approach to some of the most talked-about books in Romantasy and fantasy today. With over 13 years of combined academic literary training, we bring a critical lens to fandom favorites while keeping the discussion fun, thought-provoking, and accessible. In this episo…
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Episode 299: Best of Series – "Dracula" by Bram Stoker, Ch. 12-17
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Our hosts are back on The Literary Life podcast today to continue our series on Bram Stoker's Dracula. This week we are covering chapters 12-17, and in the introduction to this episode, Angelina, Cindy and Thomas discuss the purpose of the Gothic novel in reorienting us to realize there is more to the world than the physical and empirical. As they …
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Amateur Hour: Month 2 Check-In Across The League 2025
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In this episode of Amateur Hour Adam "Borgmaster" -REDACTED-, Tyler "Grav" -REDACTED-, and Gino give updates on the latest football news, discuss their favorite teams, and traverse all of the conferences of the NFL. We cover every team before checking in on the current states of Adam and Tyler's models. They seem to be holding up this year! Please …
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This week, we're joined by Nick Medina, author of The Whistler. We talk about superstitions, narrative voice and so much more! We also get a book recommendation from Julian Brave Noise, author of We Survived The Night. Books Recommended: Buffalo Hunter Hunter - Stephen Graham Jones The Red Car by Marcy Dermasnky Villain Hitting for Viscous Little N…
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First Draft - Peter Orner (Pete for the 5-Peat)
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Peter Orner is the author of seven acclaimed books including Maggie Brown & Others, Love and Shame and Love, Esther Stories, finalist for the Pen/ Hemingway Award, and Am I Alone Here?, finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award. His work has appeared in the New Yorker, the Paris Review, Best American Stories, and been awarded four Pushcar…
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406: Jeremy Hunt in conversation with Harry Mount
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Jeremy Hunt, former Chancellor and Foreign Secretary, tells Harry Mount about his new book, Can We Be Great Again?: Why a Dangerous World Needs Britain. He sympathises with Rachel Reeves about the prospect of dealing with a mammoth deficit – and recalls meeting Donald Trump at Chequers.By Radio Oldie
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Episode 61: Writing The Book about Katrina with Andy Horowitz
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We’re speaking with UConn Associate Professor of History Andy Horowitz, who also serves as the Connecticut State Historian. We talk about Andy’s first book, Katrina: A History, 1915-2015 (Harvard University Press, 2020) which won a 2021 Bancroft Prize in American History, and was named the 2021 Humanities Book of the Year by the Louisiana Endowment…
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Jane Austen @ 250 Ep. 6: It's a Cinderella Story (Mansfield Park)
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Two hundred and fifty years ago in the English county of Hampshire, on a snowy December day, a baby girl was born. That baby would grow up to be Jane Austen, and she would go on to write six iconic novels that would forever change literary history. This is episode 6 of JANE AUSTEN @ 250, a series from the 2am Book Review Club celebrating the life a…
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What if the hero you’ve been waiting for has been you all along? In this episode of the Mind Set in Stone Podcast, hosts Dave and Poppy dive into Hero by Rhonda Byrne, the fourth book in The Secret series. This inspiring guide shares the journeys of twelve of the world’s most successful people, revealing how they overcame challenges, discovered the…
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