Best The New York Public Library Podcasts (2025)

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Turn The Page – Episode 368G – Natasha Tripplett 15:58

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Natasha Tripplett explores what it means to be a door to one’s community through the eyes of a young boy in her gorgeously written and illustrated (by Leah Giles) picture book DOWNTOWN DOORS.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 368F – A. Rushby 23:44

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A. Rushby brings a hair curling tale spun in two time periods about a young woman doomed to a life she can’t control and the one who seeks to end a curse.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 368E – Sam Sussman 20:14

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Sam Sussman discusses BOY FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, a novel inspired by his own uncertain celebrity paternity, and a beautiful love letter to his mother. We discuss auto-fiction, New York in the 70s, and the relationship between love and art.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 368D – Martin Cahill 42:23

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Nesi must prove her worth as an acolyte when T’sidaan, the Fox of Tricks, throws her back in time three hundred years to save her own homeland from a brutal occupation. Martin Cahill discusses AUDITION FOR THE FOX, a beautiful fantasy debut.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 368C – Ellen Marie Wiseman (Special Live Episode!) 20:23

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A recording of our Turn the Page Live! event with Ellen Marie Wiseman, who stopped by Theodore’s Books in Oyster Bay to discuss and sign copies of THE LIES THEY TOLD.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 368B – Paul Cornell & Rachael Smith 24:07

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Paul Cornell and Rachael Smith stop by to discuss their cozy comedy murder mystery graphic novel (say that three times fast!), WHO KILLED NESSIE? You can pre-order the book right here, and read Nap Comix here!By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 368A – Jeremy B. Jones 20:24

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In the 1800s, Appalachian farmer and rogue William Prestwood kept salacious coded diaries, leaving his descendent to reflect on his complicated legacy. Jeremy B. Jones discusses his fascinating memoir and family history, CIPHER: DECODING MY ANCESTOR’S SCANDALOUS SECRET DIARIES.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Lauren O'Neill-Butler with E.C. Feiss and Ciarán Finlayson: The War of Art 53:03

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In this episode of Library Talks, Author and editor Lauren O’Neill-Butler joins Library Talks to discuss her latest book, The War of Art: A History of Artists' Protest in America. The War of Art tells the history of artist-led activism and the global political and aesthetic debates of the 1960s to the present. In contrast to the financialized art m…

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S08.01: Cold Open: Craft, Criticism, and Summer Vacation 1:40:18

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Season Eight! How is it possible you're all still here?! We're so incredibly thrilled to have you all with us for another season. We've got big plans for talking to your favorite people, getting under the hood of your favorite tropes, and filling your TBR pile with your new favorite books. We quickly find ourselves in the deep end, talking about cr…

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Martin's Must-Reads: 'The Man Who Died Twice' 1:44

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“It is three p.m., and Elizabeth is carrying flowers for Marcus Carmichael. The dead man. That drowned body, suddenly alive as you like and living at 14 Ruskin Court. The man she saw lowered into a grave in a Hampshire churchyard, now unpacking boxes and struggling with his new Wi-Fi.”By Betty Martin

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Turn The Page – Episode 367E – Delia Pitts 31:00

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DEATH OF AN EX brings Vandy Myrick back to her sleuthing ways – fresh off the grief from losing her daughter, now she must deal with another shocking loss. Her charismatic ex.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 367D – Rachel Harrison 19:34

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When Clio’s mom passes away she is forced to deal with the demons of her past – and the one that possessed her childhood home. Rachel Harrison’s PLAY NICE is a unique play on the Haunted House trope.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 367C – Kate Russo 25:23

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Kate Russo discusses UNTIL ALISON, a literary thriller about a student journalist investigating the murder of her old friend/childhood rival, and her own college experiences that shaped the story.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 367B – Auston Habershaw 32:02

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Auston Habershaw shares IF WISHES WERE RETAIL, a hilarious, cozy adventure in which a rebellious but enterprising young woman and an ancient but clueless genie go into business at the local mall.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 367A – Hank Phillippi Ryan 28:32

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Hank Phillippi Ryan drops by to talk about her latest thriller ALL THIS COULD BE YOURS, which explores a debut writer’s worst nightmare when her glamorous book tour becomes a deadly cat-and-mouse chase.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Miriam Toews with Aidan Flax-Clark: A Truce That Is Not Peace 57:59

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In this episode of Library Talks, Miriam Toews, the internationally bestselling author of Women Talking and Fight Night discusses writing about her own life in nonfiction for the first time. Miriam Toews had written nine books, but when the organizer of a literary festival prompted her to answer the question “Why do you write?” Toews found that eve…

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Martin's Must-Reads: 'Fourth Wing' 1:36

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“A dragon without its rider is a tragedy. A rider without their dragon is dead…Article One, Section One, The Dragon Rider’s Codex...."By Betty Martin

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Turn The Page – Episode 366F – Toril Orlesky 14:50

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Toril Orlesky discusses HOTBLOOD! VOL. 1: THE LAND OF PROMISE, its evolution from web comic to the printed page, worldbuilding, genre, and color.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 366E – Madeline Martin 24:06

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Jenn chats with Madeline Martin about researching and writing her newest novel, THE SECRET BOOK SOCIETY, about a forbidden book club for women set in Victorian London.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 366D – Anna Fitzgerald Healy 23:27

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Anna Fitzgerald Healy teases us with murder and etiquette as seen through the eyes of Billie, a young woman with an obsession with a dead woman and the high society men who might have killed her.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 366C – Veronica Agarwal & Lee Durfey-Lavoie 38:01

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Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie, the dynamic duo behind middle-grade graphic novels like JUST ROLL WITH IT and SINK OR SWIM, drop by to chat about making comics about mental health for children, as well as their upcoming appearance at Sy-Con 2025!By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 366B – Dr. Asa Simon Mittman 53:35

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Syosset High School alumnus Dr. Asa Mittman stops by the show to talk about how his alma mater shaped his career as a medieval art historian and his recent book, CARTOGRAPHIES OF EXCLUSION: ANTI-SEMITIC MAPPING IN MEDIEVAL ENGLAND.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 366A – Daniel Braum 24:42

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Daniel Braum returns to the show to discuss his recent collections of beautiful and strange stories, CREATURES OF LIMINAL SPACE and PHANTOM CONSTELLATIONS.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Between Seasons Palate Cleanser: Fated Mates Live St. Louis! 1:16:57

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This year's Fated Mates Live was a little different than those we've hosted before, as it was also launch day for Sarah's These Summer Storms! We celebrated in style in the Midwest, hosted by the fabulous team at indie bookstore (and romance lovers), Novel Neighbor and joined by our absolute favorite, Kate Clayborn. So many Firebirds turned out to …

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Joshua Miele with Andrew Leland: Connecting Dots: A Blind Life 1:05:31

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In this episode of Library Talks, Research scientist Joshua Miele joins Library Talks to discuss his memoir Connecting Dots: A Blind Life. He is joined by Andrew Leland, author of the memoir The Country of the Blind. Throughout his life, Miele has found increasingly inventive ways to succeed in a world built for the sighted, and to help others to d…

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Martin's Must Reads: 'Apples Never Fall' 1:51

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A stranger, Savannah, appears at Joy and Stan’s door with a bloody forehead seeking shelter from an abusive boyfriend. They take her in and in exchange, Savannah cooks and cleans for them until a connection between her and the Delaney family is discovered. Then she disappears and foul play is suspected.…

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Turn The Page – Episode 365F – Auralee Wallace 21:17

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With just the right amount of magic and high stakes, Auralee Wallace’s LATE NIGHT WITCHES is a fun story about a mother of three, trying to manage her family and her much younger sister – while being chosen witch in a prophecy about a big bad vampire that needs to be killed.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 365E – Sonita Alizada 13:39

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Afghan rap artist and activist Sonita Alizada shares SONITA: MY FIGHT AGAINST TYRANNT AND MY ESCAPE TO FREEDOM, a riveting and hopeful memoir and love letter to those who dream of better worlds.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 365D – Edward Hamlin 27:31

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Edward Hamlin’s SONATA IN WAX is a beautiful and touching work of historical fiction wrapped up in a musical mystery. Hamlin chats with Jenn about his music career and his debut novel.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 365C – Anna Kang & Chris Weyant 25:06

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Meghan sat down with award-winning author/illustrator duo Anna Kang and Christopher Weyant to discuss their brand-new picture book, SO-HEE AND LOWY, a wonderful celebration of nature, community, and friendship.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 365B – Balazs Lorinczi 31:36

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Friend-of-the-show Balazs Lorinczi returns to discuss A BITE OF PEPPER, a paranormal coming-of-age young adult graphic novel romance with a gorgeous color palette and dreamy vibes.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 365A – Khadijah VanBrakle 21:41

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Khadijah VanBrakle stops by to chat about MY PERFECT FAMILY, her sophomore young adult novel, a poignant intergenerational narrative that gives voice to Black Muslim women, and a thoughtful exploration of the intersection between gender and religion.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Eloghosa Osunde with Jake Morrissey: Necessary Fiction 59:29

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In this episode of Library Talks, award-winning writer and multidisciplinary artist Eloghosa Osunde joins the podcast for a conversation about their new novel Necessary Fiction with the editor of Necessary Fiction Jake Morrissey. Necessary Fiction takes place across Lagos, one of Africa's largest urban areas and one of the world's most dynamic citi…

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07.49: Season Seven Ends Not With a Bang, but With a Kombucha Girl 1:14:51

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We’re wrapping up season seven by asking ourselves a simple question. Do we like this stuff? Yes? No? Maybe so? We’ll be back in two weeks for the start of Season Eight of the podcast. Honestly, we remain amazed that y’all are with us on this journey. In a world full of madness, you bring us calm, joy and purpose, and we couldn’t be more grateful f…

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Martin's Must Reads: 'Quichotte' 1:53

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Salman Rushdie’s newest novel Quichotte or in Spanish, Quixote is two stories, one of the author Sam DuChamp or Brother and the other of Ismail Smile, the main character in Brother’s novel.By Betty Martin

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Turn The Page – Episode 364F – Kelsey Cox 13:40

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A murder at a posh Texas sweet sixteen? Yes, please. Kelsey Cox chats PARTY OF LIARS.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 364E – Alex Krokus 20:21

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Alex Krokus chats about TALKING TO MY FATHER’S GHOST: AN ALMOST TRUE STORY, a heartfelt and humorous story of losing a parent and getting to know him better after his passing.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 364D – Juliet Blackwell 24:51

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Abandoned hotels, local legends, ghosts and more – ASYLUM HOTEL is a good twisty story about Aubrey Spencer, a young woman haunted by her grief who finds solace in photographing abandoned places. She finds a twin flame in Demetri, a Youtuber with a common interest, when they both show up at the same place – only for their chance meeting to launch i…

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Turn The Page – Episode 364C – Anna Barrington 18:50

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Jenn interviewed Anna Barrington about THE SPECTACLE, a riveting social thriller about a powerful art dealer who presents a convincing portrait of international success and pulls an idealistic young gallery assistant into his web of lies.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 364B – Thomas Cullen 16:21

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Federal judge and debut novelist Thomas Cullen stops by to discuss CHARLIE-MAN, an homage to classic coming-of-age literature steeped in early 90s nostalgia.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Turn The Page – Episode 364A – Carl Antonowicz 31:58

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Carl Antonowicz-- comics creator, musician, and good bud to Jenn-- stops by to chat about his graphic novel THE ARDENT, a bleak but deeply funny medieval fantasy about a young monk tasked by the head of his order to move the jewel-encrusted skeleton of one of their martyrs to safety.By Syosset Public Library - Librarians

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Raquel Willis with Mecca Jamilah Sullivan: The Risk It Takes to Bloom: On Life and Liberation 54:55

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In this episode of Library Talks, writer, activist, and speaker Raquel Willis joins Library Talks to discuss her memoir The Risk It Takes to Bloom: On Life and Liberation. She’s joined by fellow writer Mecca Jamilah Sullivan. In The Risk It Takes to Bloom, Raquel Willis recounts with passion and candor her experiences straddling the Obama and Trump…