Best Mark Thomas Firestone Podcasts (2025)

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S10 E28: Jo Firestone, Talia Pollock, and Scott Ellsworth 18:37

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In this episode, meet actress and comedian Jo Firestone, writer and speaker Talia Pollock, and historian Scott Ellsworth. Hear how Jo Firestone’s book was born from the “unstoppable urge to combine” two of her most-loved interests, Talia Pollock on appreciating the power of word choice and language in the recording booth, and Scott Ellsworth on the…

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S10 E27: Anne Marie Chaker, Adam Aleksic, and Katie Gatti Tassin 14:26

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In this episode, meet Wall Street Journal reporter-turned-professional bodybuilder Anne Marie Chaker, linguist and “Etymology Nerd” creator Adam Aleksic, and host of the Money with Katie podcast Katie Gatti Tassin. Hear Anne Marie Chaker on the power of weightlifting and exploding the myth of the “skinny ideal,” Adam Aleksic on how recording his au…

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S10 E26: Mary Pope Osborne and Charles C. Daniels Jr., Ph.D. 8:24

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In this episode, meet author of the bestselling Magic Tree House children’s book series Mary Pope Osborne, and clinical social worker and founder of Fathers’ UpLift, Charles C. Daniels Jr. Hear Mary Pope Osborne on adding an element of surprise to the process of narration, and Charles C. Daniels Jr. on how he prepared for recording and what he’s mo…

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S10 E25: Jessa Crispin, Mark Kriegel, and Nora Princiotti 17:39

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In this episode, meet critic and editor-in-chief of Bookslut Jessa Crispin, ESPN boxing analyst Mark Kriegel, and culture writer and Every Single Album podcast host Nora Princiotti. Hear Jessa on what it was like to record the Basic Instinct chapter of her book, Mark Kriegel on covering the life and career of Mike Tyson for over 30 years, and Nora …

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S10 E24: Molly Jong-Fast, Anelise Chen, and Jonathan Gluck 14:11

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In this episode, meet journalist and Fast Politics podcast host Molly Jong-Fast, writer Anelise Chen, and writer and editor Jonathan Gluck. Hear Molly Jong-Fast on surviving a year in which everything went wrong, Anelise Chen on finding profound meaning in an auspicious typo, and Jonathan Gluck on the “unique universe” of those living with cancer.H…

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S10 E23: Britt Frank, John Wang, and Maryellen MacDonald 16:56

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In this episode, meet clinician, speaker, and trauma specialist Britt Frank, leadership coach and host of the Big Asian Energy podcast John Wang, and Professor of Psychology and Language Sciences Maryellen MacDonald. Hear what made the audiobook recording experience fun for John Wang, and what inspired Britt Frank and Maryellen MacDonald to write t…

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S10 E22: Richard Russo, Tourmaline, and Jordan Thomas 13:53

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In this episode, meet award-winning author Richard Russo, artist and activist Tourmaline, and anthropologist and former wildland firefighter Jordan Thomas. Hear Richard Russo on the performance aspect of narration, discover Tourmaline’s favorite recording moment, and hear what Jordan Thomas is most excited for listeners to learn about the people wh…

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S10 E21: Amy Larocca, Karen Hao, and Amanda Hess 13:17

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In this episode, meet award-winning journalists Amy Larocca, Karen Hao, and Amanda Hess. Each of these seasoned reporters have taken deep dives into major new developments in the worlds of culture and technology, and their audiobooks are nothing short of illuminating. Hear Amy Larocca on how the wellness trend has eclipsed fashion as the “it” commo…

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S10 E20: Manny Arango, Dr. Emily Anhalt, and General Stanley McChrystal 21:50

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In this episode, meet self-described “bible nerd” Manny Arango, clinical psychologist Dr. Emily Anhalt, and retired four-star United States Army general General Stanley McChrystal. Hear Manny Arango on addressing modern anxieties through bible study, Dr. Emily Anhalt on what it means to do “emotional push-ups,” and General Stanley McChrystal on how…

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S10 E19: Carla Sosenko, Prabal Gurung, and Sonnie Trotter 15:35

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In this episode, meet journalist Carla Sosenko, fashion designer Prabal Gurung, and professional climber Sonnie Trotter. Press play to hear Carla Sosenko on her “out of body” experience in the recording studio, Prabal Gurung on the freedom he hopes listeners find in his audiobook, and Sonnie Trotter on the chapter of his book he enjoyed narrating t…

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S10 E18: Antwan Eady, Chasten Buttigieg, and Susan Dominus 11:38

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In this episode, meet children’s author Antwan Eady, teacher and advocate Chasten Buttigieg, and New York Times Magazine staff writer Susan Dominus. Tune in to hear what Antwan Eady wishes he had in the recording studio with him, what Chasten Buttigieg’s favorite section of his book to read (and write) was, and who Susan Dominus would cast to narra…

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S10 E17: Zarna Garg, Susannah Cahalan, and Sarah Kay (A Little Daylight Left, 4/1) 9:48

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In this episode, meet comedian and podcast host Zarna Garg, journalist and public speaker Susannah Cahalan, and poet, performer, and educator Sarah Kay. Hear the hilarious Zarna Garg describe her experiences in the recording booth, Susannah Cahalan on what inspired her to write about the life of unsung counterculture icon Rosemary Woodruff Leary, a…

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S10 E16: Eamon Dolan, Julie Bogart, and Scott Barry Kaufman 15:20

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In this episode, meet professional photographer and book editor Eamon Dolan, creator of the Brave Writer Program Julie Bogart, and cognitive psychologist and podcast host Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD. Hear Eamon Dolan on writing the book about estrangement he had always hoped to read, Julie Bogart on the importance of overcoming our own hangups when te…

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S10 E15: Mikaela Loach, Jefferson Fisher, and Sandy Hudson 21:21

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In this episode, meet climate justice organizer Mikaela Loach, personal injury attorney and public speaker Jefferson Fisher, and multidisciplinary creative and activist Sandy Hudson. Hear Mikaela Loach on the mingling of heartbreak and hope when it comes to addressing the Climate Crisis, Jefferson Fisher on how his courtroom experiences have inform…

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S10 E14: Amy Griffin, Jayne Mattingly, and Brittany Piper 14:57

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In this episode, meet G9 Ventures founder Amy Griffin, disability advocate and eating disorder recovery coach Jayne Mattingly, and advocate on sexual violence prevention and trauma recovery Brittany Piper. Hear Amy Griffin on the word she found particularly hard to pronounce, Jayne Mattingly on her personal journey with body grief and how she used …

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S10 E13: Anne-Laure Le Cunff, Catherine Bracy, and Amie McNee 13:31

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In this episode, meet neuroscientist and founder of Ness Labs Anne-Laure Le Cunff, TechEquity CEO and community organizer Catherine Bracy, and author and creative guide Amie McNee. Hear Anne-Laure Le Cunff share the section of her audiobook she most enjoyed recording, Catherine Bracy reflect on what surprised her most about being in the studio, and…

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S10 E12: Kaitlin B. Curtice, James Robinson, and Hayley Chewins 12:11

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In this episode, meet author and poet-storyteller Kaitlin B. Curtice, Emmy Award–winning documentary filmmaker James Robinson, and author and singer-songwriter Hayley Chewins. Hear Kaitlin B. Curtice on writing children’s books that celebrate our sacred relationship to the earth from an Indigenous perspective, James Robinson on the cathartic experi…

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S10 E11: Noliwe Rooks, Dr. Adam Ratner, MD, and Daniel Stone 21:26

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In this episode, meet Brown University professor and chair of African Studies Noliwe Rooks, NYU Grossman School of Medicine professor of pediatrics and microbiology Dr. Adam Ratner, and former White House correspondent and Johns Hopkins University professor of environmental science and policy Daniel Stone. Hear Noliwe Rooks on the school experience…

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S10 E10: Laysha Ward, Grant Sabatier, and Melody Wilding 24:15

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In this episode, meet C-suite leader Laysha Ward, entrepreneur and podcast host Grant Sabatier, and career coach and Hunter College professor of human behavior Melody Wilding. Hear Laysha Ward on breaking the wall between work and life, Grant Sabatier on the accessibility of entrepreneurship, and Melody Wilding on the invisible dynamics at play in …

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TITA S10 E09: Lydia Sohn, Lizzie McManus-Dail, and Pretty Vee 16:55

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In this episode, meet writer and minister Lydia Sohn, vicar and co-host of the And Also with You podcast, Rev. Lizzie McManus-Dail, and comedian and actress Pretty Vee. Hear Lydia Sohn on the power of taking a “vow of stability,” Lizzie McManus-Dail on the gap between the God she knew, and the God being advertised on billboards and TV, and Pretty V…

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S10 E08: Ira Madison III, Allison Sweet Grant, and Haley Mlotek 15:14

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In this episode, meet television writer and co-host of the Keep It podcast Ira Madison III, writer Allison Sweet Grant, and writer and editor Haley Mlotek. Hear Ira Madison on how he used the Wicked soundtrack to prepare for recording his audiobook, Allison Sweet Grant on the joys of reading poetry during the recording process, and Haley Mlotek on …

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S10 E07: Bryana Kappadakunnel, Lisa Dee, and Sahil Bloom 17:25

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In this episode of This Is the Author, meet marriage and family therapist Bryana Kappadakunnel, health and fitness coach Lisa Dee, and entrepreneur and content creator Sahil Bloom. Hear Bryana Kappadakunnel on the power of parenting yourself as an adult, Lisa Dee on physical and mental transformation post-ADHD diagnosis, and Sahil Bloom on the “gri…

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S10 E06: Mia S. Willis, Lidia Yuknavitch, and Bonny Reichert 14:18

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In this episode of This Is the Author, meet poet Mia S. Willis, bestselling author Lidia Yuknavitch, and award-winning journalist Bonny Reichert. Hear Mia S. Willis on the spaces that language can – and cannot - traverse, Lidia Yuknavitch on the wetsuit that inspired a memoir, and Bonny Reichert on the one powerful word she would use to describe wh…

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S10 E05: Naomi Watts, Tom Rosshirt, and Nicole Sachs 15:56

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In this episode of This Is the Author, meet Academy Award-nominated actor and producer Naomi Watts, former Capitol Hill press secretary and White House speechwriter Tom Rosshirt, and psychotherapist and podcaster Nicole J. Sachs. Hear Naomi Watts on confronting her “worst nightmare” in the recording booth, Tom Rosshirt on the deeply personal experi…

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S10 E4: Neha Ruch, Alison Wood Brooks, and Alishia McCullough 13:15

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In this episode, meet Mother Untitled founder Neha Ruch, Harvard Business School professor Alison Wood Brooks, and therapist and founder of Black and Embodied Counseling and Consulting Alishia McCullough. Listen to Neha Ruch on opening more choices for women in their careers, Alison Wood Brooks on obsessing about the art of conversation, and Alishi…

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S10 E3: Irvin Weathersby Jr., Tao Leigh Goffe, and Adam Chandler 19:35

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In this episode, meet writer and professor Irvin Weathersby Jr., professor and theorist Tao Leigh Goffe, and journalist Adam Chandler. Hear Irvin Weathersby Jr. discuss emotionally charged moments in the recording studio, Tao Leigh Goffe on the catharsis of recording a book about race and the climate crisis, and Adam Chandler on the role work plays…

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S10 E02: Vaunda Micheaux Nelson, Joy McCullough, and Adam Ross 14:39

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In this episode, meet children’s and young adult author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson, young adult author and playwright Joy McCullough, and former child actor Adam Ross. Listen in as these authors talk about 1960s Beatlemania, how a theater career can inspire a novel, and the Neverland-like sense of freedom that came with being a kid in New York City in …

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S10 E01: Codie Sanchez, Shira Gill, and Dr. Sunita Sah 15:35

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Welcome to season 10 of This Is the Author!In this episode, meet entrepreneur and founder of Contrarian Thinking Codie Sanchez, decluttering expert Shira Gill, and Cornell University professor and expert in organizational psychology, Dr. Sunita Sah. Hear why Codie Sanchez is eager to connect with listeners through the audiobook format, why Shira Gi…

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Mark Thomas Firestone’s Vision for Content-Driven Photography 2:59

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Mark Thomas Firestone, the visionary founder of Analog Process, believes that the soul of photography lies in its ability to tell a compelling story. Moving beyond the industry’s fixation on cutting-edge technology, Mark Thomas emphasizes the power of authentic content to connect and inspire. His approach challenges photographers to focus on the na…

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S9 E38: Deb Perelman and Ilana Long 12:53

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In this episode of This Is the Author, meet creator of SmittenKitchen.com Deb Perelman and writer and stand-up comic Ilana Long. Discover how Deb Perelman chose her very favorite recipes among her “forever staples,” and go deep into the pandemic-era pickleball craze and the joys of voicing characters with Ilana Long. Enjoy!Smitten Kitchen Keepers: …

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S9 E37: LaTonya Yvette and Earl McClellan 9:04

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In this episode of This Is the Author, meet writer and multimedia storyteller LaTonya Yvette and lead pastor of Shoreline City Church Earl McClellan. Hear LaTonya Yvette reflect on the importance of preserving vulnerability, and learn why Earl McClellan is excited to break barriers alongside his listenersStand in My Window by LaTona Yvettehttps://w…

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Mark Thomas Firestone's 5 Tips for Beginners to Capture Portraits 2:20

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Photographer Mark Thomas Firestone offers essential tips to help beginners capture captivating portraits. Mark Thomas Firestone's advice includes focusing on the eyes to create a strong viewer connection, using natural lighting for flattering results.By Mark Thomas Firestone

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S9 E36: Glory Edim, Elliot Mintz, and Dylan Scholinski 19:33

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In this episode, meet the founder of Well-Read Black Girl Glory Edim, media consultant and former DJ and television host Elliot Mintz, and artist and public speaker Dylan Scholinski. Hear how each of these authors prepared physically (and mentally!) to record their audiobooks, and what they are most excited for listeners to hear.Gather Me by Glory …

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S9 E35: Susan Minot, Emily Jungmin Yoon, and Kari Leibowitz, PhD 19:01

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In this episode, meet novelist, playwright, and screenwriter Susan Minot, poet, translator, and editor, Emily Jungmin Yoon, and health psychologist and speaker Kari Leibowitz. Hear Susan Minot on how she prepared for recording, Emily Jungmin Yoon on what surprised her about reading her poetry in the studio, and Kari Leibowitz on the stories she mos…

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S9 E34: MrBallen and Jon Waterman 13:53

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In this episode, meet YouTube video creator and podcast host MrBallen and writer Jon Waterman. Learn what these authors found most surprising about recording their audiobooks, and what they can’t wait for listeners to hear.MrBallen Presents: Strange, Dark & Mysterious by MrBallen: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/742533/mrballen-presents-st…

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S9 E33: Christy Osborne, Dr. Nicole Cain, and Megan Hellerer 12:16

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In this episode, meet sobriety coach Christy Osborne, naturopath clinician Dr. Nicole Cain, and career coach Megan Hellerer. Tune in to hear how each of these authors wrote the books that they themselves needed. Plus, find out who recently loved listening to All the Colors of the Dark. Love Life Sober by Christy Osbornehttps://www.penguinrandomhous…

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S9 E32: Mark Easter and Blake Chastain 14:05

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In this episode, meet ecologist Mark Easter and host of the podcast Exvangelical Blake Chastain. Hear Mark Easter reflect on his favorite chapter to narrate, learn what Blake Chastain is most excited for listeners to hear, and learn what surprised them both most about recording their audiobooks.The Blue Plate by Mark Easterhttps://www.penguinrandom…

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Special Episode Mash-Up! Celebrating International Podcast Day 2024 24:13

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In celebration of International Podcast Day (September 30th), we’re revisiting some of our (many!) favorite interviews from Season 9 of This Is the Author. We’ve found the humor in the difficult with Spencer Henry, Madison Reyes, and KB Brookins, we’ve enthused over children’s books with Chanel Miller and George Takei, and we’ve thought a little de…

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S9 E31: On the Podcast: Mattie Jackson, Nakeia Homer, and Leanne Morgan 15:37

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In this episode, meet speaker and host of the In-Joy Life podcast Mattie Jackson, well-being educator and self-healing guide Nakeia Homer, and comedian, actress, and producer Leanne Morgan. Hear Mattie Jackson on writing a faith-based resource for navigating grief, Nakeia Homer on the healing power of emotions in the recording booth, and Leanne Mor…

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S9 E30: Abi Maxwell, Emily Witt, and Sharon McMahon 16:58

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In this episode, meet author Abi Maxwell, investigative journalist Emily Witt, and “America’s favorite government teacher” Sharon McMahon. Press play to discover which of these authors describes recording her audiobook as a “magic spell,” who wished they brought candy into the studio, and whose Minnesota accent “got in the way” of pronouncing some …

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S9 E29: Melissa Petro, Valarie Kaur, and Joanna Ebenstein 21:42

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In this episode, meet journalist Melissa Petro, activist and founder of the Revolutionary Love Project Valarie Kaur, and founder and creative director of Morbid Anatomy Joanna Ebenstein. Tune in to hear about the specific moments in time that inspired these authors to write their books, what it was like to record their audiobooks, and so much more.…

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S9 E28: Leslie M. Martino, Lisa Victoria Fields, and Dr. Sarita T. Lyons 17:25

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In this episode, meet educator Leslie M. Martino, founder of the Jude 3 Project Lisa Victoria Fields, and psychotherapist and bible teacher Dr. Sarita T. Lyons. Hear from Leslie M. Martino on the joyful intersection between parenting and teaching, Lisa Victoria Fields on the struggle to reconcile faith with experience, and Dr. Sarita T. Lyons on wr…

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S9 E27: Desiree Akhavan, Sara Imari Walker, and Spencer Henry and Madison Reyes 13:09

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In this episode, meet filmmaker and actor Desiree Akhavan, astrobiologist and theoretical physicist Sara Imari Walker, and co-hosts of the Obitchuary podcast Spencer Henry and Madison Reyes. Go behind the mic to hear what inspired these authors, what surprised them most about recording their audiobooks, and what they are most excited for listeners …

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S9 E26: Vincent Toro, Thomas Fuller, and Barbara Bradley Hagerty 17:48

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In this episode, meet poet and playwright Vincent Toro, New York Times correspondent Thomas Fuller, and journalist Barbara Bradley Hagerty. Hear how reading his audiobook helped Vincent Toro experiment with poetry performance, learn what special food Thomas Fuller ate before his recording sessions, and hear Barbara Bradley Hagerty describe the visc…

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S9 E25: Oneka McClellan, Jean-Martin Bauer, and Georgia Cloepfil 15:37

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In this episode, meet pastor Oneka McClellan, Haiti Country Director for the UN World Food Programme Jean-Martin Bauer, and writer and former professional soccer player Georgia Cloepfil. Hear what inspired each of these authors to write their books, and what surprised them about reading their audiobooks. Plus, navigating tongue-twisters, emotions, …

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S9 E24: Zara Chowdhary, Tara M. Stringfellow, and Jasmin Graham 27:03

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In this episode, meet writer and lecturer Zara Chowdhary, former attorney and bestselling author Tara M. Stringfellow, and marine biologist Jasmin Graham. Listen in as these authors share insights into their works, and what made recording their audiobooks feel enriching, cathartic, and even magical.The Lucky Ones by Zara Chowdhary: https://www.peng…

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S9 E23: Kevin Barry, Olivia Gatwood, and Ruth Ozeki 20:38

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In this episode, meet novelist Kevin Barry, novelist and poet Olivia Gatwood, and novelist and filmmaker Ruth Ozeki. Listen in as these authors share what felt most revealing, most humbling, and most like time travel in the process of recording their audiobooks. Plus, what they can’t wait for listeners to hear.The Heart in Winter by Kevin Barry: ht…

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S9 E22: John Long, Nathaniel Eliason, and Jessica Chen 14:38

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In this episode, meet paleontologist John Long, writer and entrepreneur Nathaniel Eliason, and CEO of Soulcast Media Jessica Chen. Tune in to hear what these authors hope to teach listeners about sharks, cryptocurrency, and workplace communication.The Secret History of Sharks by John Longhttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/714624/the-secret-hi…

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S9 E21: Alizah Holstein, Jessica Goudeau, and Nellie Bowles 16:56

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In this episode, meet independent editor and writer Alizah Holstein, writer and activist Jessica Goudeau, and journalist Nellie Bowles. Listen in to hear what big life moments inspired these authors to write their audiobooks, and how they would describe their time in the recording studio. My Roman History by Alizah Holstein: https://www.penguinrand…

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S9 E20: Brea Baker, Ciera Rogers, and Samhita Mukhopadhyay 13:37

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In this episode, meet writer Brea Baker, founder and CEO of Babes Ciera Rogers, and writer and former Executive Editor of Teen Vogue Samhita Mukhopadhyay. Tune in to hear the beautiful story behind Brea Baker’s book Rooted, what Ciera Rogers is most excited for listeners to hear, and why Samhita Mukhopadhyay calls the experience of recording her au…