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Fresh Air

1212 Episodes

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Avg Length 47m

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Latest episode 5 hours ago

Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.Subscribe to Fresh Air Plus! You'll enjoy bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening - all while you support NPR's mission. Learn more at plus.npr.org/freshair
Books you should have read

30 Episodes

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Avg Length 56m

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Latest episode 3 years ago

All the classics you missed, never read or never wanted to read, we'll do it for you!
The Book Review

487 Episodes

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Avg Length 51m

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Latest episode 5 days ago

The world's top authors and critics join host Gilbert Cruz and editors at The New York Times Book Review to talk about the week's top books, what we're reading and what's going on in the literary world. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp
The Writing Community Chat Show

292 Episodes

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Avg Length 64m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

Welcome to the Writing Community Chat Show, where we bring together some of the brightest and most talented writers from around the world to discuss their craft, share their stories, and offer advice and inspiration to fellow writers. Join us each week as we delve into the fascinating world of writing, and learn from the experts as they share their insights, experiences, and wisdom. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a published author, or simply a lover of words, the Writing Community Chat Show is the perfect place to connect with other like-minded individuals and discover the power of the written word.Web - http://Thewritingcommunitychatshow.comDirect - https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-writing-community-chat-showThe WCCS - TOGETHER AS ONE, WE GET IT DONE.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-writing-community-chat-show--5445493/support.
Literary Affairs presents Beyond the Book

26 Episodes

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Avg Length 64m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

Beyond the Book is presented by Literary Affairs a literary lifestyle company that has been promoting great literature and fostering a community of book lovers for two decades. Beyond the Book offers book club style salons with best-selling and literary debut authors, literary talks on classic novels, professionally facilitated book groups, panel discussions and cultural conversations related to current books. Each audio or video episode is curated by Literary Affairs founder and leader Julie Robinson to inspire thoughtful conversations and continue our mission of bringing together readers and writers. We know that we are not alone in feeling that reading books enriches our lives, deepens our humanity and helps us better understand and have compassion for the world we live in. With Beyond the Book podcasts you don’t just have to read a book you can experience it along with us.
NPR's Book of the Day

692 Episodes

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Avg Length 11m

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Latest episode 16 hours ago

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.
Celebrity Book Club

42 Episodes

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Avg Length 55m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

Pop culture obsessed hosts, Kara Procell and Carrie Foster, talk you through a different celebrity memoir each week. Will they love it, hate it, or try to turn it into a three act play? Join this team as they discuss celebrities, writing, and celebrities writing about themselves.
Myths and Legends

469 Episodes

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Avg Length 38m

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Latest episode 16 hours ago

Jason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history. Some, like the stories of Aladdin, King Arthur, and Hercules are stories you think you know, but with surprising origins. Others are stories you might not have heard, but really should. All the stories are sourced from world folklore, but retold for modern ears. These are stories of wizards, knights, Vikings, dragons, princesses, and kings from the time when the world beyond the map was a dangerous and wonderful place.
Poetry Unbound

177 Episodes

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Avg Length 15m

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Latest episode 2 months ago

Short and unhurried, Poetry Unbound is an immersive exploration of a single poem, hosted by Pádraig Ó Tuama. Pádraig Ó Tuama greets you at the doorways of brilliant poems, and invites you to meet them with stories of your world. The poems are eager to meet you, too. For season 8, we have poems about beasts (dung beetles, horses, eagles and ourselves as well); poems with tensions between parents and children; poems about kingdoms and memories of the dead. There is translation, culture, erotica, water, mortality, and morality. Already a listener? There’s also a book (Poetry Unbound: 50 Poems to Open Your World), a Substack newsletter with a vibrant conversation in the comments and occasional gatherings.
Being Bookish

187 Episodes

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Avg Length 41m

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Latest episode 10 days ago

Avid reader, big book lover. I love recommending books, and l never spoil the ending. Episodes released every other Monday.
Ratchet Book Club

417 Episodes

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Avg Length 53m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

I read books. I read authors. I read ratchet. Join me as I dive into books both big and small, good and awful, and enjoy every moment of it.
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day

1157 Episodes

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Avg Length 2m

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Latest episode 18 hours ago

Free daily dose of word power from Merriam-Webster's experts
Story Time

139 Episodes

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Avg Length 12m

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Latest episode 2 years ago

Children's bedtime stories delivered fortnightly as a free audiobook. For toddlers, preschoolers, young children aged 2-13, or the whole family. Download the mp3, listen in Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, Leela Kids, or listen online at https://bedtime.fm/storytime Proud member of Kids Listen, a grass roots organisation promoting content just for children
Sandman Stories Presents

233 Episodes

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Avg Length 14m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

Tired but can't fall asleep? Here I do my best to find interesting stories from the public domain and read them to you until you fall asleep. The stories are mostly folktales from around the world. Best listened to during work, during commutes, when you are trying to fall asleep, or any time that you need a calm friend to read to you. Enjoy! All of my links can be found here~ https://linktr.ee/Sandmanstoriespresents
The Shit No One Tells You About Writing

270 Episodes

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Avg Length 63m

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Latest episode 6 days ago

This is a podcast for emerging writers who want to improve the quality of their work and learn more about the publishing industry. Your one host, Bianca Marais (the bestselling author of 'The Witches of Moonshyne Manor') interviews authors, agents, editors and just about anyone and everyone who's involved in bringing a book to market. She's joined by her cohosts, literary agents Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra from P.S. Literary Agency, who read and critique query letters as well as opening pages in their Books with Hooks segment. Expect good advice, honest insights, and a few laughs along the way.
EconTalk

944 Episodes

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Avg Length 68m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

EconTalk: Conversations for the Curious is an award-winning weekly podcast hosted by Russ Roberts of Shalem College in Jerusalem and Stanford's Hoover Institution. The eclectic guest list includes authors, doctors, psychologists, historians, philosophers, economists, and more. Learn how the health care system really works, the serenity that comes from humility, the challenge of interpreting data, how potato chips are made, what it's like to run an upscale Manhattan restaurant, what caused the 2008 financial crisis, the nature of consciousness, and more. EconTalk has been taking the Monday out of Mondays since 2006. All 900+ episodes are available in the archive. Go to EconTalk.org for transcripts, related resources, and comments.
Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books

1877 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 19 hours ago

Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books is the award-winning author interview podcast (five episodes per week, Monday through Friday), hosted by author, bookstore owner, publishing house CEO and "NYC's Most Powerful Book-fluencer" (Vulture) Zibby Owens. Zibby's recent novel Blank is a USA Today bestseller. Zibby has interviewed 1,800+ of today's bestselling and debut authors, plus celebrities like actors, chefs, athletes, politicians, business leaders, and more. With her trademark wit, disarming style, warm demeanor, and that certain something that gets everyone to open up to her, Zibby really learns about her guests. And so will you! Looking for a past episode? Head to Zibby Media for transcripts and links!Be a part of "The Zibby-verse Tour" (coined by the L.A. Times) by booking a spot here.Subscribe to Zibby's Substack "Zibby's Highlights" with weekly essays and follow her on Instagram.Please rate and review the podcast if you love it!!***Music by Morning Moon Music.Sound editing by TexturesSound.Transcription by Bold Transcription.Hosting by Acast.To inquire about advertising, please contact [email protected]. Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The New Yorker: Fiction

207 Episodes

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Avg Length 48m

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Latest episode 7 days ago

A monthly reading and conversation with the New Yorker fiction editor Deborah Treisman.
Talkin' Shiterature

26 Episodes

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Avg Length 57m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

Two women who don't know shit about literature, but love to discuss the books they've read. Full episodes contain a book summary & all the spoilers; bonus blurb-isodes are more of a short book review & do not contain spoilers. New full episodes every other week!
What Should I Read Next?

435 Episodes

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Avg Length 48m

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Latest episode 1 day ago

What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
Sense of Shelf

43 Episodes

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Avg Length 30m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

My name is John Westley and I'm going to be talking to people about the books that left an impression on them. Their favorite book. An acclaimed novel that they dislike. A book that inspired them. A book that made them become obsessed with a certain author(I’m talking about you 1776). I will also be talking about different book related topics that I feel like discussing. So please join me for some lovely book related conversations.
Boring Books for Bedtime Readings to Help You Sleep

292 Episodes

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Avg Length 53m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Boring Books for Bedtime is a weekly sleep podcast in which we calmly, quietly read something rather boring to silence the brain chatter keeping you awake. Think Aristotle, Thoreau, and whoever wrote the 1897 Sears Catalog—mostly nonfiction, mostly old, a perfect blend of vaguely-but-not-too interesting. If you're on Team Sleepless, lie back, take a deep breath, and let us read you to rest.
Wednesday Pull List

213 Episodes

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Avg Length 82m

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Latest episode 4 months ago

The internet’s favorite comic book book club! We review comic book trades. Some people call them trade reviews.
The SJW Comic Book Club

155 Episodes

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Avg Length 58m

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Latest episode 6 months ago

The SJW Comic Book Club is a book-club style podcast where three friends discuss a story arch in comics from a literary and progressive POV. We try to center the opinions of people of color, women, LGBTQ+, etc., who are sometimes overlooked in nerd culture.
Tell Em Steve-Dave

309 Episodes

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Avg Length 87m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

Two Comic Book Men and an Impractical Joker. Uncensored.
Thoughts from a Page Podcast

460 Episodes

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Avg Length 35m

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Latest episode 8 hours ago

Thoughts from a Page is hosted by me, Cindy Burnett, a voracious reader and book columnist who provides you with casual author conversations and insider information on all of the newest releases that I have read and personally recommend. With so many books coming out weekly, it can be hard to decide what to read so I find the best ones and share them with you. Listen to find your next great book.
The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

450 Episodes

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Avg Length 60m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Writing Craft and Creative Business
The History of Literature

603 Episodes

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Avg Length 64m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Amateur enthusiast Jacke Wilson journeys through the history of literature, from ancient epics to contemporary classics. Episodes are not in chronological order and you don't need to start at the beginning - feel free to jump in wherever you like! Find out more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature. Support the show by visiting patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. Contact the show at [email protected].
Chick-Lit

173 Episodes

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Avg Length 78m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

Welcome to "Chick-Lit", & "Chick-Lit At The Movies"! We're a literature comedy podcast where we get lit 🍻 and discuss books & movies we love (and love to roast)! Each week we'll have a drink of choice, share stories about ourselves, and recap our youth! We also have a series called "Chick-Lit: The Author Files", where we interview authors and find out who inspired THEM! Hosted by Aubree Summers and Karyn Cooper with new episodes out MOST Sundays! Chick-Lit Seasons Book List Season One: "The Princess Diaries" Book One; Season Two: "Ella Enchanted"; Season Three: "Twilight"; Season Four: "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's/Philospher's Stone"; Season Five: “The Handmaids Tale”; Season Six: “Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging” Season Seven: “New Moon” Chick-Lit At The Movies List “The Princess Diaries” (2000); “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” (1988); "Spongebob SquarePants Movie" (2004); “Ella Enchanted" (2004); “Ever After” (1998); “School of Rock” (2003); “Princess Diaries 2" (2004)”; “The 40 Year Old Virgin” (2005); “Hocus Pocus” (1993); “Steel Magnolias” (1989); “Easy A” (2010); “Superbad” (2007); “The Thin Man” (1934); “Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World” (2010); “Thor: Ragnarok" (2017); “Tusk" (2014); “The Night Before..." (2015); “The Boondock Saints" (1999); “Dead Poets Society” (1989); “Four Christmases” (2008)
Panel 2 Panel Podcast

20 Episodes

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Avg Length 57m

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Latest episode 9 months ago

A podcast started by comic book friends Ali, Bash, and Marty where they discuss all aspects of comics. Including: Beginner guides on grading and collecting, Comic book story lines, movies, TV shows, speculation, new releases, picks of the week, history of comics, interviews and more. Come join us to discuss all things comics!!
Uncited: An English Lit Podcast

95 Episodes

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Avg Length 37m

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Latest episode 12 days ago

Uncited is the internet's least reliable English literature podcast. Join former English majors Amy and Chantelle as they revisit the good, the bad, and the spectacularly ridiculous literary works from their undergrad. Twitter: @UncitedPod Instagram: uncitedpod
Longform

646 Episodes

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Avg Length 56m

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Latest episode 12 hours ago

Interviews with writers, journalists, filmmakers, and podcasters about how they do their work. Hosted by Aaron Lammer, Max Linsky, and Evan Ratliff.
Currently Reading

297 Episodes

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Avg Length 53m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Currently Reading is a podcast dedicated to the love of books and reading. Two bookish friends discuss what’s on their nightstands, in their earbuds, and on their Kindles right now, in addition to books they’ve loved forever, and a variety of other readerly topics. Looking for your next great book? You'll find tons of book recommendations every week.
Shedunnit

157 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 9 hours ago

Unravelling the mysteries behind classic detective stories
Comic Book Couples Counseling Podcast

230 Episodes

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Avg Length 75m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Join married couple Brad and Lisa as they explore the various dynamics of comic book relationships throughout pop culture and publishing history.
Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast

1011 Episodes

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Avg Length 25m

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Latest episode 1 day ago

Listen to A Closer Look and more in the audio edition of Late Night with Seth Meyers, weeknights at 12:35/11:35c on NBC.
Untrue Stories

15 Episodes

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Avg Length 17m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

A sci-fi comedy-drama putting surreal new spins on classic speculative fiction. When George Orwell and H. G. Wells accidentally double-book a getaway cottage, an argument about tea escalates into an aeon-spanning adventure of time travel and political machination. A full cast audio drama from award-winning writer Robin Johnson.
Overdue

709 Episodes

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Avg Length 66m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Overdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen’s books: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time.
Chinese Lore Podcast

388 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 2 days ago

Classic Chinese novels and stories, retold in English and in a way that makes them more accessible to non-Chinese audiences. chineselore.com
Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

114 Episodes

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Avg Length 65m

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Latest episode 1 month ago

Spec Tales asks collectors and creators: What's your grail tale? Join Jake and Jesús each week as they explore new stories about the comic book grails we all love — the epic journies behind how they were obtained or how they inspired new creativity. You can share your grail tale by emailing the guys at [email protected] Or by reaching out on Twitter and Instagram.
Well-Read Black Girl with Glory Edim

26 Episodes

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Avg Length 27m

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Latest episode 7 months ago

Writer and founder of the Well-Read Black Girl book club Glory Edim is a book lover who brings readers and writers together to celebrate the written word. Expanding on the community she built in 2015, Well-Read Black Girl is the literary kickback you never knew you needed. Each week, Glory sits in deep, honest and close conversation with authors like Tarana Burke, Min Jin Lee, Anita Hill, Gabrielle Union, Elizabeth Acevedo and more. You’ll also meet WRBG Book Club members, literacy advocates, and Black booksellers to hear what they’re reading and what it means to be well-read. Join Glory through this current cultural moment – where art, justice and literature collide – and pay homage to the literary legacies of the women who paved the way. You’ll laugh, cry, connect and build space for kinship in a shared love of literature. Tune in, turn the page, and join the celebration.
Geesebumps - a ”Did You Mean Goosebumps?” Podcast

67 Episodes

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Avg Length 56m

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Latest episode 1 year ago

Two PhD/comedians and one comedian/comedian return to R.L. Stine’s series to bring adult eyes to old-school classics. It’s your Goosebumps, but funny.
Book Riot - The Podcast

668 Episodes

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Avg Length 59m

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Latest episode 13 hours ago

Book Riot - The Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of books and reading, brought to you by the editors of BookRiot.com
First Issue Club Comic Books

354 Episodes

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Avg Length 44m

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Latest episode 5 days ago

We're a reading club, hyping and reviewing all the weekly talked about number one ☝️ comics.
All the Books!

820 Episodes

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Avg Length 30m

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Latest episode 1 day ago

All the Books! is a weekly show of recommendations and enthusiasm regarding the week's new book releases.
How To Be...Books Podcast

103 Episodes

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Avg Length 33m

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Latest episode 4 months ago

Discovering what makes us human, exploring important life hacks, and "how to be", whilst highlighting the most important intersectional nonfiction books our there. The How To Be...Books Podcast looks at improving mental health and wellbeing, as well as creating social change through reading and interviewing mind-blowing authors.Have you ever thought why is it that my friends, colleagues, and acquaintances can do so much more than me? Well if you have, you're not alone. From confidence, persistence, motivation, to resilience - these life skills can help us go a long way in believing in ourselves. Not to mention, we live in a polarised world where conversations have broken down, so we've opened a space for those difficult chats.We will try examine the tips and guides out there to see if it can help. Whilst I am no expert by any means, I have lived experience of feeling different and misunderstood, so hopefully we can take this path of enhancement together. PS. I do not receive commission for the books and guides reviewed.Hit subscribe if you like it!
Potterless

228 Episodes

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Avg Length 65m

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Latest episode 2 months ago

Join Mike Schubert, a grown man reading the Harry Potter series for the first time, as he sits down with HP fanatics to poke fun at plot holes, make painfully incorrect predictions, and bask in the sassiness of the characters. Schubes and his guests cover a portion of the Harry Potter franchise each week, taking you on a journey through your childhood, this time with the rose-tinted glasses off. Follow Potterless on Twitter (@PottterlessPod) and Instagram (@PotterlessPodcast), and learn more about the show at www.potterlesspodcast.com
Cheers To Comics! Podcast

356 Episodes

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Avg Length 75m

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Latest episode 8 months ago

For readers both new and old, Brian Wayne raises a glass to comics with creator interviews and speculation insights!
PseudoPod

518 Episodes

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Avg Length 36m

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Latest episode 5 days ago

The Sound of Horror
Words About Books

245 Episodes

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Avg Length 68m

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Latest episode 3 days ago

Words About Books is a podcast where two wannabe writers read and discuss books. Read along with us, or just enjoy the show! New episodes every Sunday.