Best Booknerd Podcasts (2025)

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My Journey With Jesus: Saints, Prayers & Mary’s Faith – A Conversation with Father Brian! (6-2) 7:58

17d ago7:58

7:58

Send us a text Join Ishara's Reading Podcast for the My Journey With Jesus Series, where young believers like you can grow in faith and have fun learning about Jesus! Ishara explores her personal relationship with Jesus and how He shapes her life. Each episode in this series, Ishara invites a special guest, which includes local priests and deacons,…

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I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter 9:19

19d ago9:19

9:19

By Eden Rusdia

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They Both Die At The End 4:38

26d ago4:38

4:38

By Eden Rusdia

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My Journey With Jesus: Exploring Lent with Ishara and Father Brian! (6-1) 4:02

1M ago4:02

4:02

Send us a text Join Ishara's Reading Podcast for the My Journey With Jesus Series, where young believers like you can grow in faith and have fun learning about Jesus! Ishara explores her personal relationship with Jesus and how He shapes her life. Each episode in this series, Ishara invites a special guest, which includes local priests and deacons,…

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"Exploring Achieveland" - A Conversation with Dominique Alicia Bradford 39:24

1M ago39:24

39:24

Send us a text In this special episode of Ishara's Reading Podcast, Ishara sits down with Dominique Bradford, cofounder of the Achieve Movement, to discuss the powerful work she is doing alongside Warren Andrew Pinder. Dominique shares her insights into the Achieve Movement's mission and how it fosters community-driven success. Ishara reads aloud f…

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Under The Same Stars 7:02

1M ago7:02

7:02

By Eden Rusdia

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Special Announcement: I was Interviewed by "The Lou Dimond - Host of ThriveLoud!" 0:59

2M ago0:59

0:59

Send us a text So there I was at Podfest 2025, meeting the incredible Lou Diamond, host of ThriveLoud and motivational speaker! I agreed to be a guest on his show, and this was my very first time being interviewed. It was such an amazing experience! As someone who's usually the one doing the interviewing, I have to admit, I was a bit nervous—but Lo…

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White Bird 7:57

2M ago7:57

7:57

By Eden Rusdia

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Ishara’s Podfest Entrepreneurial Spotlight: A Fun Chat with Thomas Helfrich, Host of "Cut The Tie" Podcast! 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Send us a text In this exciting episode of Ishara’s Reading Podcast, Ishara has an amazing conversion with Thomas Helfrich, an entrepreneur, digital marketing expert, and host of "Cut The Tie" Podcast! Ishara has a fun and inspiring conversation with Thomas. They talk about books for kids and adults, and on how to stay motivated, overcome obstacles…

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"Chicken Little and the Very Long Race" -- Of a Lifetime: Lessons, Laughter, and a Whole Lot of Fun!" 19:24

2M ago19:24

19:24

Send us a text Get ready for a wild, fun ride with "Chicken Little and the Very Long Race" written and Illustrated by Sam Wedelich, in this exciting episode of Ishara’s Reading Podcast! Ishara is back with another fantastic read-aloud that’s packed with humor, heart, and important life lessons. In this episode, Ishara brings Chicken Little’s race t…

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Other Words For Home 6:36

2M ago6:36

6:36

By Eden Rusdia

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Wonder 5:49

2M ago5:49

5:49

By Eden Rusdia

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Extraordinary 4:32

3M ago4:32

4:32

By Eden Rusdia

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Ishara’s Podfast Debut: A Fun Chat with Nick Pavlidis, CEO of Podfest & Morgan James Publishing! 9:11

3M ago9:11

9:11

Send us a text In this episode, Ishara had the amazing opportunity to sit down and chat with Nick Pavlidis, CEO of Podfest and CEO of Morgan James Publishing, all thanks to Ecamm's - Unstuck Studio! 😎 Together, they dive into Nick’s incredible work supporting podcasters, authors, and entrepreneurs, and how Podfest is helping people level up their b…

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"I Took the Moon for a Walk" - Season 4 Premiere 9:24

3M ago9:24

9:24

Send us a text Welcome to the Season 4 premiere of Ishara's Reading Podcast! In this exciting episode, Ishara brings the whimsical world of children's literature to life as she reads, "I Took the Moon for a Walk" written by Carolyn Curtis and Alison Jay. Perfect for little listeners, this beautifully illustrated tale takes us on a magical journey a…

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The Penderwicks 4:36

3M ago4:36

4:36

By Eden Rusdia

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The Wild Robot 4:38

3M ago4:38

4:38

By Eden Rusdia

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The War That Saved My Life 3:45

3M ago3:45

3:45

By Eden Rusdia

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Where The Mountain Meets The Moon 3:48

3M ago3:48

3:48

By Eden Rusdia

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Holiday Special: "How Carrot & Cookie Saved Christmas" with Erica Perl 30:08

4M ago30:08

30:08

Send us a text For the final episode of season 3, Ishara has picked the perfect holiday tale full of friendship, adventure, and tons of festive fun! In this special episode, Ishara is super excited to chat with the talented Erica S. Perl about her delightful book, How Carrot and Cookie Saved Christmas 🥕🍪 Join Ishara as Erica shares the behind-the-s…

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The Cruel Prince 4:37

4M ago4:37

4:37

By Eden Rusdia

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This Woven Kingdom 3:11

5M ago3:11

3:11

By Eden Rusdia

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"You Are My Friend" – Celebrating the Legacy of Fred Rogers 16:06

5M ago16:06

16:06

Send us a text In this heartwarming episode, Ishara dives into the beautiful world of Fred Rogers with a reading of You Are My Friend: The Story of Mister Rogers and His Neighborhood. Written by Aimee Reid and illustrated by Matt Phelan, this book captures the gentle spirit and profound kindness that made Mister Rogers a beloved figure for generati…

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A Curse So Dark And Lonely 4:37

5M ago4:37

4:37

By Eden Rusdia

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Introduction 3:11

5M ago3:11

3:11

By Eden Rusdia

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Five Feet Apart 3:10

5M ago3:10

3:10

By Eden Rusdia

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Exploring "Why is the Sky So Far Away?" – A Journey Through Nigerian Folklore 15:40

6M ago15:40

15:40

Send us a text Ever wondered why the sky seems so distant, or how a simple folktale can teach us profound lessons about our relationship with nature? Join me, Ishara, as we explore the captivating Nigerian folktale "Why is the Sky So Far Away?" beautifully retold by Mary Joan Garson and brought to life through Carla Golumbi's vibrant illustrations.…

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Remember "Jovita Wore Pants"? Let's Talk With Jovita's Great Niece, Award-Winning Author Aida Salazar! 29:18

11M ago29:18

29:18

Send us a text Join us for Ishara's interview with Aida Salazar, author of the thrilling story "Jovita Wore Pants"! Their conversation takes us on a journey through both heartbreak and joy, interweaving reflections on the legacy of our ancestors and Aida's family history of sacrifice, fighting for civil rights alongside Cesar Chavez, empathy for ch…

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Remember: "Jovita Wore Pants - The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter" 18:56

11M ago18:56

18:56

Send us a text As Ishara reflected on her understanding of Memorial Day, she choose to read "Jovita Wore Pants -The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter," Written by Jovita's great-niece and Américas Award-winner Aida Salazar and Illustrate by Eisner Award-honoree Molly Mendoza. Jovita Valdovinos true story incredible! Ishara felt Jovita reminded her…

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Look Who's Coming to Dinner: "The Passover Guest" 22:14

1y ago22:14

22:14

Send us a text This special episode celebrates Passover and Earth Day! Ishara believes caring for the earth and each other is everything! Ishara discovered “The Passover Guest," while shopping at the Politics and Prose bookstore. This amazing book is written by Susan Kusel and Illustrated by Sean Rubin. She fell in love with “The Passover Guest," i…

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Welcome to Season 3 from Duke Gardens! Special Guest Ms. Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich 37:00

1y ago37:00

37:00

Send us a text I am so excited to welcome all of you to Season 3 of Ishara's Reading Podcast! For our Season 3 Premiere, we are celebrating Women's History Month with a special podcast guest – award-winning children’s book author Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich! She is a writer for PBS Parents, an NAACP Image Award nominee, and an editor for We Need …

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The Kind in Humankind - "A Christmas Carol" 29:54

1+ y ago29:54

29:54

Send us a text It's the Christmas season! The time of year to reflect and spread good cheer! Ishara visited the Urbana Public Library in search of the perfect Christmas book to read, and she made a happy discovery: Adam McKeown's adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," lovingly retold for children and beautifully illustrated by Gerald K…

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My Interview with Ms. Erica Perl: A Teacher, Dreamer, and Award Winning Children's Book Author 26:40

1+ y ago26:40

26:40

Send us a text This week we share my final author interview at this year's National Book Festival, hosted by the Library of Congress! I had so much fun meeting award-winning author Ms. Erica Perl, whose books have been New York Times Best Sellers! Ms. Erica has done so many different and amazing things, including writing, teaching, advocating for a…

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Celebrating Día de los Muertos with "Coco" 13:42

1+ y ago13:42

13:42

Send us a text With the deepening beauty of fall colors and chilly evenings, the podcast celebrates this week's Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos as Ishara reads aloud Coco, adapted by Adrian Molina, illustrated by Fabiola Garza, and designed by Tony Fejeran! Maybe you saw the movie - now join Ishara as she dives through the pages of this heart…

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Summer/Fall Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 11 18:45

1+ y ago18:45

18:45

Send us a text This week we get back to our Chapter Book Summer/Fall Miniseries: Charlotte's spun master piece: "Some Pig" right above Wilbur's pen is discovered by Lurvy, Mr. Zuckerman and Mrs. Edith Zuckerman. Now everyone wants to take a look at Wilbur, the extraordinary pig on Mr. Zuckerman's farm. Find out if they think Charlotte has out smart…

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My Interview - Exploring The Circle of Stories With Joy Harjo: The 23rd Poet Laureate of The US 27:54

1+ y ago27:54

27:54

Send us a text Welcome to this very special episode of Ishara’s Reading Podcast! In celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day, Ishara was honored to interview acclaimed poet, writer, and musician Ms. Joy Harjo of the Mvskoke (Creek) Nation who is the first ever Native American US Poet Laureate! And for this week’s book, Ishara reads aloud Ms. Joy’s mov…

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My Interview with Ms. Jeanine Hays and Mr. Bryan Mason - Founders of "AphroChic: Celebrating the Legacy of the Black Family Home"! 27:19

1+ y ago27:19

27:19

Send us a text On this week’s podcast, we continue Ishara’s exclusive interview series with authors from the 2023 National Book Festival in Washington D.C., sponsored by the Library of Congress! Calling all aspiring interior designers out there! Looking to bring your unique flair and sense of style to the décor in your home? How do we – and especia…

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Summer/Fall Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 10 20:27

1+ y ago20:27

20:27

Send us a text This week we continue our Chapter Book Summer/Fall Miniseries: Charlotte puts her plan to save Wilbur into action, only after narrowly escaping from Avery Arable! Find out how Charlotte survived being captured by Avery as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 10 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune…

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Special Announcement! 0:54

1+ y ago0:54

0:54

Send us a text Hi Ishara’s Reading Podcast fans! I’m sorry there is no new podcast episode this week, I’m a little sick 🤢. But next week Thursday (September 28th), I’ll be back to read aloud chapter 10 of Charlotte’s Web! Exciting news: I will be featured in Ms. Jeanine Hays and Mr. Bryan Mason magazine Aphrochic (https://www.aphrochic.com/)😍 A few…

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Summer/Fall Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 9 20:40

1+ y ago20:40

20:40

Send us a text This week we continue our Chapter Book Summer/Fall Miniseries: Charlotte may be one of the smallest creatures on Zuckerman's farm but she is very smart and has the biggest heart. She is willing to defend and protect her friends, no matter who they are! Find out more about Charlotte's personality as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 9 of “Ch…

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I interviewed the National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature - Ms. Meg Medina! 7:49

1+ y ago7:49

7:49

Send us a text Just a few weeks ago Ishara had the opportunity to attend her second National Book Festival sponsored by the Library of Congress annually in Washington D.C. And this time, it was an even bigger deal - Ishara received her very first press pass! She had an amazing experience interviewing several of her favorite authors! First to be int…

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 8 8:40

1+ y ago8:40

8:40

Send us a text This week for our Chapter Book Summer Miniseries: We learn that Fern may just have one of the best super powers ever! Find out about Fern's unique ability as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 8 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune in every week with Ishara when she shares her musings and instan…

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 7 9:32

1+ y ago9:32

9:32

Send us a text This week for our Chapter Book Summer Miniseries: Wilbur learns about a plot to end his life on the Zuckerman Family Farm from an unlikely source! He is understandably distressed? Will any of Wilbur’s friends try to save him? Find out as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 7 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth…

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 6 16:35

1+ y ago16:35

16:35

Send us a text This week for our Chapter Book Summer Miniseries: There is so much going on at the Zuckerman Family Farm! The birds are singing, bees are buzzing, flowers are blooming, and the new baby goslings are finally here, but can Templeton be trusted not to eat them? Find out as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 6 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. …

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 5 22:20

1+ y ago22:20

22:20

Send us a text This week for our Chapter Book Summer Miniseries: Wilbur finally meets his new friend - Charolette! But does he like her ways of feeding herself? Find out as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 5 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune in every week with Ishara when she shares her musings and instan…

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 4 15:02

1+ y ago15:02

15:02

Send us a text This week for our Chapter Book Summer Miniseries: Wilbur is lonely, sad, and friendless - or is he? Find out as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 4 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune in every week with Ishara when she shares her musings and instant reactions as the story unfolds! Support the …

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 3 20:23

2y ago20:23

20:23

Send us a text This week for our Chapter Book Summer Miniseries: Wilbur is now 2 months old and he's adjusting to his new home on Zuckerman's Family Farm. Wilbur manages to makes new friends but should he take their advice, find out as Ishara reads aloud Chapter 3 of “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune i…

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 2 8:56

2y ago8:56

8:56

Send us a text Find out what happens to Wilbur, Fern's baby pig on this week's Chapter Book Summer Miniseries! Ishara reads aloud Chapter 2 of “Charlotte’s Web”written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune in every week with Ishara when she shares her musings and instant reactions as the story unfolds! Support the show Keep on read…

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Summer Miniseries! Charolette's Web - Chapter 1 11:52

2y ago11:52

11:52

Send us a text Calling all super readers! Join Ishara as she embarks on her Chapter Book Summer Miniseries with a timeless children’s favorite - “Charlotte’s Web” written by E. B. White and illustrated by Garth Williams! Tune in every week with Ishara when she reads aloud a new chapter each time and shares her musings and instant reactions as the s…

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Justin Newland - The Genes of Isis - Author Interview - JeanBookNerd Podcast - Season 5 Episode 9 34:26

2y ago34:26

34:26

JeanBookNerd's Narry chats with author JUSTIN NEWLAND about his book, THE GENES OF ISIS. JUSTIN NEWLAND Website: https://www.justinnewland.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjustinnewland/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.newland.author/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-newland-b393aa28/ THE GENES OF ISIS Amazon: https…

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