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The Book Connection

The Book Connection

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Welcome to The Book Connection, a show where we introduce avid readers to up-and-coming indie authors and their incredible stories. From titles that have been picked up for TV or the big screen to those that have built a solid fan base to inspiring, uplifting personal accounts, we put the spotlight on a diverse collection of books—and the fascinating storytellers behind them.
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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.
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Welcome to the podcast! I'm Emie! I help listeners simplify Biblical nourishment. I am passionate about helping women conquer Bible intimidation & create habits that lead to a deeper relationship & lasting transformation. While I am an ICF certified coach, I am not a pastor or Bible scholar. I am simply a lover of the word learning & growing right along side you! Welcome to the community where we boldly choose to be NOURISHED BY THE BOOK! I am so glad you are here! Please subscribe and share ...
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Welcome to your new bookish obsession: The Other Side of the Page. A podcast where we yap about our favorite books, chat with our favorite authors, and every episode with us is like a dream. We assign songs to book and walk you through the plot through the lens of the lyrics. Plus, we'll tell you about all the reasons someone might connect with the book or choose to not read it! And that's not all. We talk about books on our release radar, book-to-movie adaptations, read your book recs, and ...
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Bookkish With Two K's

Kaitlyn and Kendra

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Bookkish With Two K’s is more than just a virtual book club, it’s a place for bookkish besties. In this community books are better than movies, reading under the covers with a flashlight is a shared childhood memory, and FYPs are full of book recs. Every two weeks we will discuss a new book, either selected by Kaitlyn and Kendra or voted on by the bookish members of our community. Whether it’s listening to our podcast or chatting with us on our community pages we want to create a home where ...
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Sippin' on Spice Book Podcast

Sippin’ on Spice Book Podcast

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Sippin' on Spice Book Podcast - Fantasy & Romance Book Chat - where two friends, Jordan and Sheridan, gather every Thursday, bringing you the best in fantasy romance books and contemporary love stories. Expect spoiler-free and spoiler-filled reviews, hot tropes (enemies to lovers, opposties attractm and more), listener recs and bookish banter. Perfect for anyone who loves swoony stories, strong friendship vibes, and who wants to find their next book obsession. Each episode feels like a cozy ...
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The Comic Book Page family of podcasts are hosted by John Mayo, a comic book fan who has been reading far too many comics for far too long. Most Mondays, a Back Issue Spotlight will be released covering a comic book story arc. Sometimes these episodes cover recent story arcs and other times the story arc is from years or decades ago. One Monday a month is the Monthly Comics Spotlight in which John and his co-host discuss the comics they got in the previous month. Each month the Previews Spot ...
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Connecting Faith to Life

Northwood Baptist Church

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Welcome to the Connecting Faith to Life podcast, a ministry of Northwood Baptist Church in North Charleston, South Carolina. This weekly podcast with Dr. Tommy Meador, Lead Pastor, and Connections Pastor Trey Rhodes will help you connect faith to life!
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Library Talks

The New York Public Library

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Join The New York Public Library and your favorite writers, artists, and thinkers for smart talks and provocative conversations from the nation’s cultural capital.
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The Book Marketing Action Podcast is a resource where you can get actionable advice to build your author platform, plan a book launch, launch your book successfully, and sustain interest in your book after launch. This podcast is focused on ACTION. At the end of every episode, we’ll share one or more actions you can implement to reach more people with your book and message. If you implement these actions consistently over time, you’ll see results. Some of these actions will seem easy, others ...
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Join me and a variety of lovely guests as we dive into the pages of thought-provoking books and discuss how they relate to the Aware Parenting and Hand in Hand Parenting approaches. Episodes feature warm-hearted conversations, generous insights, and practical ideas to help you find lightness and joy in your days with your children. We’ll explore books for grown ups, and discuss reading with children of all ages too. Happy reading!
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The System for Everything

Julie Fried, Business & Systems Strategist

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Imagine if your funniest business-savvy friend handed you a life cheat sheet every week. That’s The System for Everything — quick, relatable episodes packed with real tips, real talk, and way too many reality television references. Hosted by Julie Fried, it’s the podcast that proves systems don't have to be boring. If you love practical tips but need them served with a side of sharp wit, this is your new favorite system. Whether you're a small business owner, creative entrepreneur, busy pare ...
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Bookbound

Fran Hauser & Bethany Saltman

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What’s the story you can’t stop telling? Fran and Bethany are here to help you write, sell, and launch it. Literary agent Bethany Saltman and bookstore owner Fran Hauser—also both critically acclaimed authors—host Bookbound, the podcast for non-fiction writers who want to learn how to transform their ideas, expertise, and obsessions into successful books and publishing deals. Fran and Bethany interview accomplished authors who share the strategies and surprises behind their bookbound journey ...
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Brave Writer

Julie Bogart and Melissa Wiley

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The Brave Writer podcast is a big juicy conversation about how to bring learning to life for your kids! Julie Bogart and guests talk about how parents and children are partners in the learning adventure, especially when approaching the daunting task of writing. Brave Writer appeals to homeschoolers, educators, and parents who want more out of "school" than merely passing tests. Visit us at http://bravewriter.com and follow along at the blog for show notes: http://blog.bravewriter.com
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Rock Your Comeback

Nichole Eaton

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It's time to get out of your head and into your comeback! Rock Your Comeback is all about helping you find your power. Helping you connect with your best self, feel aligned, and find confidence to make real change in your world. This podcast is full of actionable tips and tools to help you step into your Comeback Era. Alongside interviews and stories of massive comebacks, Nichole talks about the power of understanding your mind, spirit, and intuition. Learning to trust the Universe and level ...
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Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.

Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.

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Words and Nerds Podcast is an entertaining and conversational podcast that aims to get inside a writer's mind. We discuss books, the social and political influences of a writer's work and how literature has the power to change the world. The podcast digs deep to bring you an in depth and sometimes humorous analysis of the author's book and its influences. Join us for a new way of looking at literature. Dani Vee your host, English teacher, podcaster, reader, book enthusiast and over-thinker. ...
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This is a family podcast for everyone to listen to. We have welcomed you into our lives with our Instagram @TheFlipFlopFamily, our home by sharing our self-renovation @TheFlipFlopProp and now our conversations with our Podcast. I, Zaileen chat to my husband, Benjamin, daughter, Emiliana and son, Zacharia all about everyday life from what’s our dish of the week to all kinds of topics that you too will be thinking. We have game changers, best book / TV show, savvy tips and lots of motivational ...
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Read The Damn Book

Michelle Glogovac

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Read The Damn Book™ is the no-fluff spin-off of the Webby-nominated My Simplified Life podcast. Created for people who believe books and stories can change lives, not just fill shelves. Born out of a deep love for storytelling, and a serious frustration with performative book culture, this show puts the spotlight back where it belongs: on the authors and the stories that matter. Host Michelle Glogovac, THE Podcast Matchmaker®, author, and creator of the Podcast Book Tour™, goes beyond blurbs ...
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Inspire + Move

Allison Arruda

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‘Inspire + Move’ with Alli Arruda is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to grow, connect, be inspired, or celebrate community. A multi-faceted podcast that brings you meaningful conversations, encourages your strength and resilience, and empowers you to think bigger, your host, Alli Arruda, takes you on an exploratory journey with each episode. No topic is off limits, which encourages the perfect combination of high vibes and deep reflection. Alli Arruda has done it all – from fashion sc ...
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Confused by Confucius? Daunted by Dante? Shook by Shakespeare? I get it! I'm Cheryl, a reader exploring the world's most influential books one episode at a time. I don't do lectures, and I can't do jargon. But we do have friendly conversations about why (and whether) these books still matter. Each episode, we tackle a great book or two—The Divine Comedy, The Canterbury Tales, The Odyssey, The Prince—unpacking the big ideas, memorable moments, and surprising ways these stories connect to life ...
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So Can I

Lauren Cunningham

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The So Can I podcast is a place that inspires, motivates, and encourages women to step out in faith, follow the dreams that have always been on their hearts, and have a little fun while doing it. Each week, Lauren will talk with different women who do the unexpected and think outside of the box. We cover it all: the good, the bad, the beginning, the how, the why, and most importantly, the journey. You will leave each episode thinking, “If she can do it, So Can I."
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Book Marketing Mania - Start a Podcast, Guest on Podcasts, Grow Your Author Platform

Kim Stewart, Book Marketing Strategist for Nonfiction Authors

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Build your audience and reach new readers on podcasts. Here on Book Marketing Mania you’ll learn to use podcasting as a guest and host to grow your author platform, market your book long before and long after your book release, and steward your message in a way that honors God and your time. Connect with your host, Kim Stewart, Marketing Strategist for Authors Who Podcast, at https://kimstewartmarketing.com.
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A geek who explains things! Each week, join host Aeric Azana on his journey to GEEKsplain every corner of pop culture! Featuring discussions on comics, film, TV, and more, this podcast is for the geeks, BY a geek! New episodes drop every Wednesday! Connect with Us! Twitter & IG - @GeeksplainedPod Email - [email protected]
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Each week on the StoryBrand Podcast host Donald Miller, bestselling author of the book "Building A StoryBrand", shares strategies for creating marketing and messaging that make you stand out, connect with customers, and actually grow your business. Get the tools you need to create clear and effective messaging that grows your business at StoryBrand.com.
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True Criminals

Audio Bleach Global

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Winner of Outstanding Independent Podcast at this year’s True Crime Awards in London, True Criminals is your weekly deep dive into both historic and contemporary crime stories, hosted by Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt and journalist Helen Fospero. With decades of frontline reporting experience, Martin and Helen go beyond the headlines to uncover exclusive insights and untold details from some of the most gripping criminal investigations. Each episode delivers powerful storytelling ...
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Join hosts Jonathan and Steve on The Front Yard Mission Podcast as they Equip believers with practical ideas and tools for reaching their communities with the gospel. With Jonathan’s and Steve’s personable and humorous approach, each episode offers listeners easily implementable strategies and real-life examples to kickstart their Front Yard Mission. As part of a Front Yard Mission movement, this podcast provides valuable insights and encouragement for listeners to connect with their neighbo ...
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Are you in a career where serving clients is the primarily focus of your role? (ex. customer service, financial services, retail, hospitality) Is your heart not in it anymore? Has the passion to help others been replaced with resentment and frustration? This podcast is a great resource to help you reconnect to the heart of what truly matters to you. You will be able to listen to lessons and complete the exercises from the Amazon best selling book, "Engage, Connect, Grow" by Aaron Solly. Aaro ...
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The Children's Book Marketing Podcast

Micaela S. Benn, Marketing Consultant | Content Creator | Author

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The Children’s Book Marketing Podcast teaches self-published children’s book authors how to use branding to connect with readers, leverage content to sell more books, and grow a business that goes beyond the book.
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Scriptnotes Podcast

John August and Craig Mazin

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Screenwriters John August and Craig Mazin discuss screenwriting and related topics in the film and television industry, everything from getting stuff written to the vagaries of copyright and work-for-hire law.
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The Nobel Quran Explained in Clear English; professionally narrated and delivered to you weekly! Quran Garden is a word by word, verse by verse clear English Tafsir of the Quran. This series is based on the works of the renowned Al-Azhar scholar: Muhammad Mutwali Al-Sherawi. His greatest work and most recognizable achievement is a televised Quran Tafseer Series called "Reflections upon the Quran." Join the millions who take a few moments each week to connect with God's book; and please share ...
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A weekly show all about audiobooks recorded at the RNIB Talking Book studios. We talk to your favourite authors and narrators, along with reviews and news about new audiobooks. Presented and produced by Robert Kirkwood, you'll find a new episode here every Friday at 1pm plus bonus content such as longer uncut interviews and episodes of our occasional extra show, The Book Group. Talking Books is a free service from RNIB giving access to over 40,000 fiction and non fiction books for adults and ...
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Beyoutiful Legacy

Abigail Gagnon

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Pain can produce beauty and still exist. Growth doesn’t erase the trauma. Your worth isn’t tied to your productivity and what you can do for others. Living as a spoonie is hard, but you can still find joy in each day. Our host, Abigail Gagnon, shares about life, and lessons she’s learned along the way with the help of special guests, as well as some solo episodes sprinkled in. ✨ So come and share in the beyoutiful legacy we all can create together.
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The Okie Bookcast is dedicated to helping curious readers like you find your next great read by connecting you to Oklahoma authors and stories. The show features monthly interviews with contributors to the reading life of Oklahoma - it might be an author, publisher, librarian, reader, bookseller, or other figure. In addition to interviews, the show has a monthly book conversation full of reviews and recommendations. New episodes drop on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Connect with ...
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Breaking the Syllabus is a podcast for educators who believe great teaching isn’t always found on the lesson plan. Hosted by Tyler Powell, this show explores what happens when we step away from rigid pacing guides and scripted curricula to follow curiosity, student voice, and the unpredictable moments that make real learning stick. Each episode features conversations with teachers, researchers, and thought leaders who are reimagining what classrooms can be — when we stop playing by the book. ...
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Communicate with confidence so you can argue less and talk more. Every episode of The Jefferson Fisher Podcast is packed with actionable strategies you can implement today to improve the way you communicate. Make your next conversation the one that changes everything. New episodes every Tuesday. The Jefferson Fisher Podcast on Youtube Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen or watch on Spotify Order my book The Next Conversation Join my School of Communication Subscribe to my Newsletter Follow me on ...
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Beyond The Campaign

Michelle Glogovac

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Beyond The Campaign™ is a politics podcast that brings real conversations with the people shaping our future. Hosted by Michelle Glogovac—THE Podcast Matchmaker®, award-winning publicist, and Webby-nominated host—this show cuts through political spin and soundbites to deliver candid, humanizing interviews with candidates, elected officials, and changemakers. No talking points. No fluff. Just authentic stories, values, and lived experiences that explain why someone steps into public service a ...
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What if love knows no age, and its enduring power can heal the deepest wounds? In this episode, we sit down with author Marcie Shrewsbury Lopez to talk about her captivating new book, "A Place of Promise." Marcie shares her heartwarming story that beautifully intertwines love, art, and overcoming adversity. This conversation delves into her 20-year…
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How do you know when it's time to wrap up one phase of your life and move on to the next? What's the secret to staying connected as a writer when you're working alone? And if you have multiple passions and endless ideas, how do you actually finish things instead of constantly starting new projects? Pilar Orti gives her tips in this interview. In th…
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In today’s episode, our host chats with head of marketing for the Headliner App (IG: headliner.app), Elissa Craig! Her and our host, dive into the app/website services they provide, while, also, discussing marketing, algorithms, and socials in general. Whether you use Headliner, or are hesitant to use AI, this episode has something for you, especia…
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In an episode recorded on location at the Wigtown Book Festival, Robert Kirkwood talks to Louise Minchin about 'Isolation Island', a novel inspired by both Agatha Christie and her time on I'm A Celeb, and to historian Lucy Hughes-Hallett about her book 'The Scapegoat: The Brilliant Brief Life of the Duke of Buckingham' plus we find new books in the…
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🎙️ New QWS Podcast Episode S4E9! 🌈✨ “You are here”, recorded live at the Gippsland Writers Festival, this special Friday Night Session brings together Michael Earp, RWR McDonald, Troy Hunter, and Lisa Habermann for a lively and generous conversation under the great interviewing skills of Bri Hassett.The panel reflects on their careers before diving…
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Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/4n4dsAp Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! ** Follow @totallybookedwithzibby on Instagram for listening guides and more. ** (Music by Morning Moon Music. Sound editing by TexturesSound. To inquire about advertising, please contact [email protected].) Hosted on Acast…
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Today’s episode features two new cookbooks that solidify family legacies through food. First, NPR’s Ailsa Chang joins Peter and Kathy Fang for a meal at House of Nanking in San Francisco. There, they discuss the father-daughter duo’s new cookbook named after the famed family restaurant. Then, Sami Tamimi’s cookbook Boustany celebrates vegetables in…
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Podcast hosts aren’t looking for guests to sell to their listeners. They're looking for guests who will partner with them to serve their listeners. Here's 5 ways you can build (and nurture) relationships with podcast hosts long before and long after you send your pitch. Related Epsiodes: Engaging Podcast Hosts on IG with Ruthie Gray (ep 50) Common …
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In this episode of Beyond the Campaign, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with North Carolina Representative Jordan Lopez for a candid conversation about the high-stakes battle over gerrymandering and redistricting in the state. They unpack the impact of the proposed congressional maps, the partisan maneuvering behind them, and what’s at risk for vo…
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What if your calendar wasn’t just for managing time, but for protecting your energy? In this episode, I sit down with Christi Johnson, business strategist, podcaster, and founder of the Dream Biz Lab. She helps creative and neurodivergent entrepreneurs build businesses rooted in joy, sustainability, and brain-friendly systems. Christi shares how hi…
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In this episode of Inspire + Move, I’m joined once again by my husband and favourite co-host, Matt Arruda! On my last episode (catch it here if you missed it!) I shared my thoughts about being a person of value, but felt like we needed to come back and go even deeper! Together, we break down what it really looks like to embody value, not just throu…
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Zibby interviews Pushcart Prize-winning author Karen Palmer about her searingly honest, heart-pounding, illuminating new memoir, SHE’S UNDER HERE. Karen opens up about escaping an abusive marriage by changing her identity and disappearing overnight with her children and new husband, then grappling with the lifelong consequences of that decision. Sh…
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Dutch Golden Age painter Maria van Oosterwijck and her assistant, Gerta Pieters, lived side by side in 17th century Amsterdam, Pieters having started out as van Oosterwijck’s maid. Victoria Redel’s new historical novel I Am You fictionalizes their story, exploring their personal and working relationships. In today’s episode, Redel tells Here & Now’…
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Have you ever been a victim of a hate crime? This week Benjamin and Zaileen discuss a recent event where Zaileen experienced racism on the tube. 11-18th October is Hate Crime Awareness Week - lets support each other in the hope of reducing hate x For more info, check out our socials on Instagram @TheFlipFlopFamily | @TheFlipFlopProp | @TheFlipFlopF…
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This week on Sippin’ on Spice, we’re diving headfirst into the spicy, the cringey, and the downright controversial book tropes we all love to hate—or maybe secretly just love. From fated mates, age gap and grumpy sunshine to the classic enemies to lovers (but like… are they really enemies though and do we want them to be?), we’re breaking down the …
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In this episode of Library Talks, Educator NYPL staff member and author Brian Jones joins Library Talks to discuss his new book Black History Is for Everyone. He is joined by Dr. Bettina L. Love and Jesse Hagopian. In Black History Is for Everyone, Brian Jones offers a meditation on the power of Black history, using his own experiences as a lifelon…
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Welcome back to the Brave Writer Podcast! This week, Julie sits down with Alisha Brignall, a Canadian homeschooling veteran and educational leader with over 15 years of experience guiding families through their unique learning journeys. With a Master’s in Education and her work as a Home Education Manager at an independent school, Alisha brings a w…
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Long Story Short? We tapped into Spooky Season and yapped allll about the horror novel Play Nice by Rachel Harrison. This book is a fantastic combo of a haunted house + a haunted family and we're excited to tell you why this book should be moved to the top of your TBR! Please note that our podcast is 18+ and our episodes may contain adult language …
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Zibby chats with New York Times bestselling author and middle school teacher Matt Eicheldinger about HOLES IN MY UNDERWEAR, his wildly entertaining new collection of 100+ funny and thoughtful poems and illustrations, and STICKY NOTES, a collection of short, moving stories from his years in the classroom. Matt shares how his journey from sixth-grade…
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John discusses the contents of the October 2025 Previews catalog and plays clips sent in from listeners spotlighting items they picked. We had 3 listeners represented this month: James Raynor Jason Zeller Patrick Engroff Items mentioned: PRE-ORDER CATALOGS (John Mayo) UNKNOWN catalog: THUNDERCATS HO!(LIDAY) SPECIAL 2025 #1 (John Mayo) UNKNOWN catal…
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David McCloskey keeps writing spy thrillers – and the plots keep coming true. In the opening of his latest novel The Persian, Israel has just launched a surprise attack on Iran. But the author says he had already finished writing by the time conflict broke out between the two nations earlier this year. In today’s episode, McCloskey speaks with NPR’…
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Text the Bookcast and say "hi"! Welcome to Volume 14! This time we have poems from 12 Oklahoma poets cued up and ready for you to enjoy. Be sure to connect with the poets across their social media (linked below) to let them know how much you appreciate their work. You can check out previous volumes at okiebookcast.com/behindtherain Here's the Lineu…
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If you’ve ever replayed the same decision 100 times in your head, asked five people for their opinions, and still felt unsure—this episode is for you. In this week’s show, Nichole dives deep into the psychology and energetics behind overthinking and self-doubt. You’ll learn how your brain uses overthinking as a false sense of safety, why trusting y…
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Are you connecting with your family? Just being with each other may not be enough to create meaningful connections. This week, Benjamin and Zaileen talk about their recent date night, one on one time and the importance of creating these big moments x For more info, check out our socials on Instagram @TheFlipFlopFamily | @TheFlipFlopProp | @TheFlipF…
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On Book Matters this month Janine talks to Jessica Mansour-Nahra about her gripping gothic domestic thriller "The Farm" It asks confronting questions about women's bodies, what is expected of them, and who is really in control. Then Kiara speaks with Jess Kitching about her novel "The Life Experiment" a poignant, life-affirming love story about two…
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John welcomes writer and actress Nora Garrett to look at how her first screenplay, After the Hunt, took her from being un-repped to working with director Luca Guadagnino. They discuss her path from acting to writing, how her script went from being rejected by screenplay competitions to landing on Julia Roberts’ desk, and how she constructed her com…
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In this episode of Read the Damn Book, host Michelle Glogovac dives into 107 Days by Kamala Harris. Glogovac explores the behind-the-scenes challenges of Harris’s campaign, the impact of media misrepresentation, and the unwavering support from her political allies. Through her review, Glogovac highlights the importance of separating fact from ficti…
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This one’s for the parents—or anyone raising little humans. I sit down with Dr. Becky Kennedy, clinical psychologist and bestselling author of Good Inside, to unpack what’s really behind kids’ “bad behavior.” We talk about the mindset shift every parent needs, the three words that can calm any meltdown, and how to hold firm boundaries without losin…
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After three (very full!) weeks of Shakespeare, we reluctantly leave England for Italy—and step into the vivid world of Renaissance art. Ted Gioia’s Immersive Humanities List serves up a refreshing change of scene with Giorgio Vasari’s Lives of the Artists and Benvenuto Cellini’s Autobiography. Both were brand-new to me, and both were a delight. Vas…
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Today I am joined by Rachel Clarke! Rachel is a visual strategist and photographer based in Greenville, SC. She works with founders and creative directors in the fashion, lifestyle, and travel industries. In this episode Rachel and I chat about her time as a wedding photographer, how the pandemic influenced her business, why you should find your ni…
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In the early 1960s, a young couple from Manchester fell in love and together became the most reviled killers in British history. Ian Brady and Myra Hindley’s sadistic crimes shocked the nation, leaving five young victims buried in shallow graves across the bleak Saddleworth Moor. Their names are now synonymous with horror, and the story still chill…
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Zibby chats with TikTok sensation Eli Rallo about her candid, funny, and deeply relatable new collection, DOES ANYONE ELSE FEEL THIS WAY?: Essays on Conquering the Quarter Life Crisis. Eli opens up about finding her voice online, navigating the isolation and uncertainty of post-grad life, and turning her popular podcast and Substack into a meaningf…
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In order to study the complexities of the Bible, one must first understand the basics! BACK TO BASICS, BABY! In todays episode, Emie walks listeners through how to locate scripture in the Bible by identifying the Book, Chapter and Verse and navigating how to use that information. ------------- Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Reach out to Em…
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Jeannie Vanasco’s memoir A Silent Treatment is about the period her mother spent living in the basement apartment of Vanasco’s home. Sometimes, Vanasco’s mother would stop communicating altogether. The silent treatment could last a few days – but once, it lasted six months. In today’s episode, the author speaks with NPR’s Scott Simon about how she …
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So many entrepreneurs struggle to stand out because they sound like everyone else. They bury their message in jargon, chase every shiny object, or spread themselves too thin across platforms. The result? People tune out, engagement stalls, and the business that should be thriving ends up stuck. Attention is the currency of today’s economy. And with…
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Live from the Streicker Center! Zibby interviews political writer and podcaster Molly Jong-Fast about HOW TO LOSE YOUR MOTHER, a mesmerizing, intimate, wise, heartbreaking, instant New York Times bestselling memoir about an intense mother–daughter relationship, a sometimes chaotic upbringing with a fame-hungry parent, and the upheavals that challen…
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John and James discuss Warlord #88-91 from DC Comics. Time Codes: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:36 Opening comments 0:00:46 Warlord #88 0:04:53 Warlord #89 0:11:31 Warlord #90 0:18:05 Digression on creators and creativity in comics 0:24:28 Warlord #90 (continued) 0:26:00 Warlord #91 0:32:42 Warlord #88: Barren Earth 0:35:46 Previews Spotlight reminder 0:36:18…
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Ning is the manager of a nail salon where all of the workers wear a nametag with the same name – Susan. Pick A Color takes place over a single day at the salon and it’s the first novel by Souvankham Thammavongsa. In today’s episode, the poet and short story writer speaks with NPR’s Scott Simon about Ning’s background as a prizefighter, what Thammav…
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How do you stand out as an author when thousands of books are published every day? What's the difference between having a logo and having a real brand that sells books? Is it possible to maintain your authentic voice while appealing to genre readers who seem more loyal to categories than authors? With Steve Brock In the intro, Baker & Taylor shutti…
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Alright, family, let's talk about something real. What if we had our own agreement, a contract for how we build and move as a people? That's what we're getting into today with a powerful document called "The Human Agreement." It’s a self-contract that’s all about rebuilding our community on a foundation of forgiveness, accountability, integrity, an…
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Guesting on other people’s podcasts is THE BEST way to grow your own show. But before you start pitching yourself, there’s 3 things I want you to consider doing first to get the best return on your time invested in podcast guesting. 🎧 LISTENERS TO READERS (private podcast) 📥 CREATE YOUR PRIVATE PODCAST READER MAGNET: Private Podcast Toolkit (specia…
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Welcome to Books We've Loved, a new limited series from Book of The Day. Every episode, we will dig into some of our favorite books, to make the case for picking up a book from the past. Hosted by Book of the Day’s Andrew Limbong and Code Switch’s B.A. Parker, they will be your guides through these timeless stories. Bringing on NPR voices and book …
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In today’s episode, Oracle Maureen shares the inspiration behind her book, "Divine Wisdom From Goddess of Mercy & Compassion Kuan Yin," a unique collection features special prayers channeled directly from the Goddess of Mercy herself. In this interview, Oracle Maureen shares her incredible personal writing journey and the profound experience of cha…
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THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE!Join the Book Club Bois as secrets are revealed and friendships are tested in the latest chapter of Wally West as THE FLASH!With his memory returned to him, Wally West continues his superheroic career as The Flash! But something is brewing in Keystone… two fractured factions of Rogues seem to be on a collision c…
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It’s officially spooky season—and we’re ranking the ultimate paranormal romance books you need to read this fall! 👻 From vampire romances that will leave you swooning, to werewolf love stories that bring all the growly tension, and witchy romances full of magic and spice —we’ve got you covered with the best reads for cozy, spooky nights. We rank ou…
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New York Times bestselling author and journalist Beth Macy chats with Zibby about PAPER GIRL: A Memoir of Hope and Family in a Fractured America, an essential, searingly poignant reckoning with the changes that have rocked her beloved small Ohio hometown. Beth describes her mother’s final days after the 2020 election and her journey back home to un…
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