Best Paula Baker Podcasts (2025)

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Vicky Nguyen: Boat Baby 53:50

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Vicky Nguyen joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her memoir, BOAT BABY, which is about her experience as a Vietnamese refugee who came to America as an eight-month-old "boat baby" in 1979. She talks about the challenges of growing up as a child of immigrants, navigating cultural differences, and her path to becoming an NBC News correspondent. The int…

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"Bookaccino Live" Book Group: Clare Leslie Hall 1:11:23

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Clare Leslie Hall joined us for November's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss her New York Times bestseller, BROKEN COUNTRY, a Bookreporter Bets On selection that has received numerous "Best Of 2025" accolades. Clare talks about her inspiration for the novel, as well as the different paths that she took to writing it. She shares details on the…

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Brisa Carleton: Last Call at the Savoy 59:08

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Brisa Carleton joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her debut novel, LAST CALL AT THE SAVOY, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. The inspiration for the book came when Brisa was visiting The Savoy Hotel in London more than a decade ago. She saw a footnote about Ada Coleman in a cocktail menu and was surprised that so little information exist…

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Alex DeMille: The Tin Men 59:18

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Alex DeMille joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss THE TIN MEN, the third installment in the Scott Brodie & Maggie Taylor series, which he wrote with his father, Nelson DeMille. Set at a fictional military base in the Mojave Desert, the book explores autonomous weapons and AI in warfare. Alex explains what drew him to set a thriller in the American Sou…

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"Bookaccino Live" Book Group: Paula Hawkins 55:30

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Paula Hawkins joined us for October's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss her most recent thriller, THE BLUE HOUR, a Bookreporter Bets On selection that is now available in paperback. Readers asked questions before and during the program, and we covered a lot of details, including the meaning of the book's title. Paula shares her love of art an…

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Fascinating Stories from Newberg's History - with Author George P. Edmonston 51:59

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Send us a text George P. Edmonston is a writer and historian who spent years writing stories about Newberg's history in his Newberg Graphic column, "Tales from the Grubby End." He then collected many of those stories and included them in his book, Stories from the Grubby End. He was also the editor of OSU’s alumni magazine, the Oregon Stater for ma…

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Lily King: Heart the Lover 55:36

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Lily King joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest novel, the instant New York Times bestseller HEART THE LOVER, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Lily shares that she was working on a political murder mystery that came to a grinding halt when she got a manuscript from Ann Patchett, which led her to write college scenes that were the s…

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#85 IBIEducate Session Recap: Canada and the United States Cross-Border Collaboration 17:48

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From shifting regulations to evolving consumer expectations, bakers in the U.S. and Canada face similar challenges and opportunities. Live from IBIE, Bake to the Future host Anne Fairfield-Sonn spoke with ABA's Rasma Zvaners and the Baking Association of Canada's Denise Lee about how their associations are helping members navigate front-of-pack lab…

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What is Karma? Paula Mary talks in depth about Karma with Sue Warner, Akitsu Holistic what it means how we can help with our own Karma too? 43:27

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Inspiring Youth and Encouraging Families - with See Ya Later Foundation 52:29

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Send us a text The See Ya Later Foundation began with a simple phrase from Scott Banke, who would say “See ya later” instead of goodbye during his battle with cancer. His courage and positive attitude left behind a legacy of hope, courage, and faith. After his passing, his mom, Carmen Banke, and their family launched the foundation to carry that sp…

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"Bookaccino Live" Book Group: Amy Neff 1:04:15

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Amy Neff joined us for September's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss her debut novel, THE DAYS I LOVED YOU MOST, a Bookreporter Bets On selection that is now available in paperback. Amy worked on this book for more than a decade, starting with writing in a notebook in Central Park when she was in her 20s. She talks about her own extended fami…

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Virginia Evans: The Correspondent 56:33

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Virginia Evans joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her debut novel, THE CORRESPONDENT. Virginia always saw the book as having an epistolary format, and she wrote it as readers are seeing it, with one letter after another. Carol thought this style worked for the storytelling as it allowed for pacing and for different aspects of Sybil's life, and th…

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Hank Phillippi Ryan: All This Could be Yours 1:15:26

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Hank Phillippi Ryan joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest thriller, ALL THIS COULD BE YOURS. This Bookreporter Bets On selection follows Tessa Calloway, a debut author on a book tour who discovers she may have a stalker. The idea for the book came from Hank's own experiences on book tours, including the realization that her public schedul…

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#84 Inspiring the Next Generation of Commercial Bakers With Baking Works and the CAPS Network 23:47

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From the English muffin on your breakfast plate to the cake at your special celebration, the baking industry touches daily life in countless ways, and it also offers a world of purpose-driven careers that fuel communities nationwide. In this episode, host Anne Fairfield-Sonn is joined by Corey Mohn and Nate Clayberg of the CAPS Network and ABA's Er…

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The Story of Newberg’s Volunteer Superintendent – with Paula Radich 51:28

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Send us a text In mid‑2024, the Newberg-Dundee School District uncovered a multi‑million‑dollar budget shortfall and the sitting superintendent went on leave. With the school year looming and finances in shambles, the school board needed someone who knew the community and could restore stability. Retired educator and former superintendent Paula Rad…

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Sharon Kurtzman: The Lost Baker of Vienna 1:19:50

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Sharon Kurtzman joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her debut novel, THE LOST BAKER OF VIENNA, which is inspired by her mother, aunt and grandmother's experiences as Holocaust survivors. The book, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection, follows two timelines. In 1946 Vienna, Chana Rosenzweig navigates a dangerous love triangle while working in a h…

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Francesca Serritella: Full Bloom 1:07:41

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Francesca Serritella joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her second novel, FULL BLOOM, following GHOSTS OF HARVARD. The book's protagonist is gifted a bespoke perfume, which makes her irresistible. Francesca talks about her fragrance research, which she conducted in Grasse, France, as well as her lifelong love of perfume. She also shares how she view…

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"Bookaccino Live" Book Group: J. Courtney Sullivan 1:20:43

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J. Courtney Sullivan joined us for July's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss her novel, THE CLIFFS, a Reese's Book Club pick and a Bookreporter Bets On selection that is now available in paperback. Our Latest "Bookreporter Talks To" Interviews: Bruce Holsinger: https://youtu.be/KukE7DscmsY Megan Abbott: https://youtu.be/IXRkJuh3_eU Kaira Rouda…

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The Legacy of George Fox University - with President Robin Baker 58:59

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Send us a text President Robin Baker has been leading George Fox University since 2007 and in that time, George Fox has grown to become the largest private university in Oregon. George Fox is also consistently ranked among the top 3 Christian universities in Oregon. President Baker has also won numerous awards and in 2023 was named by Portland Busi…

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Bruce Holsinger: Culpability 33:23

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Bruce Holsinger joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss his latest novel, CULPABILITY, which is Oprah's Book Club pick for July and a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Bruce explains why he chose to explore AI and the decision to have each member of a family be culpable in a car accident involving an autonomously driven vehicle. The beach house that the Ca…

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Megan Abbott: El Dorado Drive 55:02

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Megan Abbott joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest novel, EL DORADO DRIVE. This is the first book that Megan has written about suburban Detroit, which is where she lived for her early years. The story is set during the time when the automobile market crashed, jobs were suddenly lost, and the lifestyle to which people were accustomed disappea…

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CPRD’s Exciting Plans for Newberg/Dundee in 2025-26 – with Superintendent Clay Downing 56:41

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Send us a text In this episode, Clay Downing, Superintendent of Chehalem Park & Recreation District (CPRD), breaks down the upcoming projects for Newberg and Dundee over the next few years. In our conversation, you’ll learn: What CPRD is and how it works How Clay’s background in planning will help in his new role Current timelines for projects like…

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"Bookaccino Live" Book Group: Fiona Davis 1:07:45

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Fiona Davis joined us for June's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss her New York Times bestseller, THE STOLEN QUEEN, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. She shares how the idea for the book came to her, the extensive research that she did (yes, including a trip to Egypt), and what it was like spending hours at the Metropolitan Museum of…

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#83 Mixing Advocacy with Industry Insight: The Power of ABA Membership 21:02

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Want to take your commercial baking business to the next level? Discover how the American Bakers Association fuels growth through advocacy, networking, and industry insights. In this episode of Bake to the Future, Clyde's Donuts President Josh Bickford, and Cain Food CEO Terry McCurry sit down with ABA Senior Director of Membership Ben Simpson and …

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Kaira Rouda: Jill is Not Happy 47:35

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Kaira Rouda talks to Carol Fitzgerald about her latest thriller, JILL IS NOT HAPPY. Note: Kaira IS very happily married to her husband, Harley, which is something you need to know as you read this book. Kaira did get the idea for the novel when she and Harley went to Utah during the pandemic. She saw that the landscape there could lend itself to a …

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Jeanine Cummins: Speak to Me of Home 1:08:11

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Jeanine Cummins joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her new novel, SPEAK TO ME OF HOME, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. She shares her inspiration for the book and talks about the significance of home. What does it mean to different people and to different generations? Jeanine and Carol point out that we go through life either as passenger…

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Julie Clark: The Ghostwriter 46:02

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Julie Clark joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest thriller, THE GHOSTWRITER, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Julie shares how she approached writing this book, including how a ghostwriter tackles a subject and handles the storytelling. She also talks about her process, which includes early mornings of writing, and why she will nev…

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Lori Foster: The Guest Cottage 57:12

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Lori Foster joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest novel, THE GUEST COTTAGE, which kicks off her Firefly Summer series. She explains how she developed the book, including the first idea that came to her, and where she sees the series headed. Fittingly, they talk about their mutual fascination with fireflies. Lori also shares information about…

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Chris Pavone: The Doorman 1:20:59

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Chris Pavone joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss his latest thriller, THE DOORMAN, a Bookreporter Bets On selection that is being called a modern-day BONFIRE OF THE VANITIES, which is spot-on. Chris talks about the book's setting, the Bohemia, which drew inspiration from the building where he now lives. He had long conversations with Johnny, one of t…

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#82 Slice of the Future: Trends Shaping Pizza and Flatbread 15:30

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What's driving the demand for pizza and flatbread in the baking industry? Join Bake to the Future host Anne Fairfield-Sonn and data expert Anne-Marie Roerink as they dig into the highlights from ABA's Bakery Playbook: Pizza and Flatbread. From evolving consumer preferences to new opportunities for bakers and suppliers, this episode covers everythin…

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Bookaccino Live Book Group: Beatriz Williams 1:14:07

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Beatriz Williams joined us for May's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss HUSBANDS & LOVERS, a Bookreporter.com Bets On selection that is now available in paperback. She shares her inspiration for the novel, as well as her research. Spoilers are included here as we assume that everyone has read the book. Beatriz also previews her next novel, UND…

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Behind the Scenes of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department - with Police Chief Jeff Kosmicki 1:16:18

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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff Kosmicki, Police Chief of the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, offers an inside look at what it takes to keep Newberg ranked among Oregon’s safest cities. In our conversation, you’ll learn: How Jeff started his career in police work What it’s like being behind the wheel of a patrol car What it was like in the w…

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Janet Skeslien Charles: The Parisian Chapter 54:09

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Janet Skeslien Charles joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss THE PARISIAN CHAPTER, an audio original novel with a multi-cast recording. Pauline Chalamet and 10 other voice actors perform. Janet talks about the structure of the story, which provides listeners with a wonderful audio experience, and how she wrote to have the script work for an audiobook. …

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Victoria Christopher Murray: Harlem Rhapsody 56:58

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Victoria Christopher Murray joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about HARLEM RHAPSODY, which is her first solo historical novel (she has written New York Times bestsellers with her co-author, Marie Benedict). She explains why she chose to write about the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and shares her extensive research, which included reading issues of …

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Paula Mary speaks about the importace of knowing and connecting to your ancestors, plus a guided meditation to connect to your ancestors 32:59

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Would love your feedback send us a Text Message Paula Mary is a Shamanic Practitioner and Energy Healer. Meditation Teacher too. Her work involves a diagnostic journey first on a client, Paula goes into trance during her Shamanic Practice. Shamanic Practice includes, Soul Retrieval, Power Retrieval, Fluid and Solid energy Extract ( energy attachmen…

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The Story of the Don’t Give Up Movement - with Amy Wolff 53:47

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Send us a text In this episode, Amy Wolff, founder of the Don’t Give Up Movement, explains how a May 2017 initiative to place 20 encouraging yard signs around Newberg evolved into a global campaign. In our conversation, you will learn: The origin story: what compelled Amy to act on that rainy afternoon The “Science of Hope” framework she outlined i…

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Shamanic Healer Elizabeth Peterkin talks to Paula Mary 47:53

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Would love your feedback send us a Text Message Elizabeth Peterken (known as Min) comes from a family of healers, She started her career as a social worker but soon realised that her true calling was to return to her family's healing roots. Elizabeth uses her family's wisdom, training, and personal life experience to help her clients rediscover the…

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Paula interviews Joy Baker Spiritual Healer and transformational Coach plus a guided Meditation at the end of interview 48:41

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Would love your feedback send us a Text Message BIO: Joy Baker is a revolutionary spiritual healer and transformational coach who employs a unique, multidimensional approach to help clients break free from generational patterns and limiting beliefs. Using her extraordinary ability to identify and release emotional frequencies, Joy works with Divine…

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Bookaccino Live Book Group: Marjan Kamali 1:02:33

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Marjan Kamali joined us for April's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss THE LION WOMEN OF TEHRAN. This national bestseller and a 2024 Bookreporter Bets On selection is a heartfelt novel of friendship, betrayal and redemption set against three transformative decades in Tehran, Iran. Marjan talks about her inspiration for the book, which came fro…

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Nita Prose: The Maid's Secret 56:55

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Nita Prose joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about THE MAID'S SECRET, her last book featuring Molly the Maid. She shares that she did not set out to write a series, but once the first book was finished, it was clear that there was more to Molly's story. Nita enjoyed developing a voice for Gran in this novel; in the prior installments, everything about…

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Preventing Child Abuse in Yamhill County - with Juliette's House 50:01

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Send us a text In this episode, Russell Mark, President and CEO of Juliette’s House, shares about the life-changing work happening at Yamhill County’s child abuse intervention center. In our conversation, you’ll learn: What Juliette’s House actually does and how it supports children and families How early intervention can change the trajectory of a…

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Katy Hays: Saltwater 1:05:30

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Katy Hays joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest novel, SALTWATER, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. The book is set on the island of Capri and has the same vibes as "The White Lotus." Katy explains the origins of the novel, as well as how the story grew and why she told it from the points of view of multiple characters, alternati…

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Georgia Hunter: One Good Thing 1:12:12

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Georgia Hunter, author of the New York Times bestseller WE WERE THE LUCKY ONES, joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest novel, ONE GOOD THING. Georgia explains why she chose to set the book in Italy and the research trip that she took there with her mother, which was such a special time for her. She and Carol discuss what it must be like to…

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Bookaccino Live Book Group: Anna Quindlen 1:08:33

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Anna Quindlen joined us for March's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss AFTER ANNIE, a New York Times bestseller that is now available in paperback. The novel is told from the perspectives of three characters following Annie's sudden death, and Anna explains why she felt this was the most effective way to tell the story. Anna talks about Annie'…

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Jeff Hobbs: Seeking Shelter 1:21:58

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Jeff Hobbs has been on Carol Fitzgerald's radar since she first interviewed him 11 years ago at a pre-publication event for THE SHORT AND TRAGIC LIFE OF ROBERT PEACE. So, she was happy to catch up with him about his latest work, SEEKING SHELTER: A Working Mother, Her Children, and a Story of Homelessness in America, which is a Bookreporter Bets On …

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Bringing the Community Together - with Newberg Community Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast 41:04

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Send us a text In this episode, Di Endicott and Peggy Peggy Kilburg share about the Newberg Community Mayor's Prayer Breakfast. During our conversation, you'll learn: The history and origins of the Newberg Mayor's Prayer Breakfast How the prayer breakfast works The importance of prayer in bringing the community together How the event promotes unity…

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Clare Leslie Hall: Broken Country 1:03:09

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Clare Leslie Hall joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller, BROKEN COUNTRY, which is both a Reese's Book Club selection and a Barnes & Noble Book Club pick, as well as a Bookreporter Bets On title. Clare explains the early inspiration for the novel and shares that she worked on it for four years, coming ba…

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Wine That Makes a Difference - with Dobbes and Wine by Joe 46:39

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Send us a text In this episode, Michelle Bolliger with Dobbes Family Winery and Wine by Joe shares how they are using their passion for wine to make a difference in the community. Beyond making great wine, they have created a culture of generosity, supporting both local and national causes and making a meaningful impact. In this episode, you’ll lea…

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Charmaine Wilkerson: Good Dirt 59:19

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Charmaine Wilkerson talks to Carol Fitzgerald about her latest novel, GOOD DIRT, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. She explains how the character of Ebby Freeman came to her, and from there the idea of the clay jar that has been in the family for generations. Charmaine shares the research she conducted about the work of slaves in the South…

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"Bookaccino Live" Book Group: Lisa Wingate 1:30:09

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Lisa Wingate joined us for February's "Bookaccino Live" Book Group to discuss SHELTERWOOD, a Bookreporter Bets On selection that is now available in paperback. She explains what sparked the idea for her novel and why she chose to set it in two time periods: 1909 and 1990. We also learn about the research she did into the "elf children," the Dawes A…