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The Penguin Podcast

The Penguin Podcast

Penguin Books UK

The Penguin Podcast is returning with a brand new series called Ask Penguin. In each episode, we will take you inside Penguin Books to meet some of the incredible authors we publish as well as the people who work here, to get answers to all of your book-related questions. Do you need to find your next page-turning read? Are you curious to find out what a day in the life of an editor is like, or simply why a small, aquatic, flightless bird became the iconic emblem that adorns Penguin books worldwide?

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The Penguin Podcast - A day in the life of a Publicist with Alison Barrow
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01/23/25 • 8 min

In this bonus episode we speak with Alison Barrow, Publicity Director at Penguin Books, to explore the fascinating world of book publicity. Alison shares insights into her role, offering a glimpse into her daily life as she works with authors and connects their books with readers.


Explore the full list of the books discussed in this bonus episode and read the transcript by visiting: Bonus Episode 4


Send us a question: [email protected].

Website: www.penguin.co.uk/podcast


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The Penguin Podcast - Episode 11: Winter Reads with Jeanette Winterson
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12/12/24 • 35 min

Joining us this week is award-winning author Jeanette Winterson, as we explore her captivating new collection of ghost stories, Night Side of the River, and provide listeners with reading recommendations based on their winter-themed questions. Plus, we’ll stroll through the office to gather the perfect list of festive reads from our Penguin colleagues for you to enjoy this Christmas.


Explore the full list of the books discussed on this episode and the transcript by visiting: Episode 11: Winter Reads


Send us a question: [email protected].

Website: www.penguin.co.uk/podcast


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The Penguin Podcast - Richard Osman with Nihal Arthanayake
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10/07/20 • 30 min

TV presenter and co-creator of the TV quiz show ‘Pointless’, Richard Osman chats to Nihal about his debut novel ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ - a story about four friends living in a retirement village who become amateur detectives.

He chats to Nihal about some objects that have inspired him which include the dating app Tinder and candles. Richard also reveals why he didn’t tell anyone he was writing a novel. #Penguinpodcast

‘The Thursday Murder Club’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3llVb2f


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The Penguin Podcast - David Hepworth with Paul Smith
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03/08/17 • 45 min

David Hepworth joins Paul Smith in the Penguin studio to talk about his latest book 1971: Never A Dull Moment. David brings along objects including his copy of David Bowie’s Hunky Dory and a picture of himself aged twenty-one as he explains why 1971 was the golden year for rock music, and reminisces about collecting Ringo Starr’s bins. #PenguinPodcast

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The Penguin Podcast - Emma Dabiri with Nihal Arthanayake
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05/12/21 • 32 min

Author, social historian and broadcaster Emma Dabiri talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her latest book, 'What White People Can Do Next: From Allyship to Coalition’.


Emma picks objects, including a bookshelf and an incense holder, which instigate a fascinating conversation about the changing landscape of online activism, the books she continues to return to for inspiration, and the importance of interrogating our current world order. #PenguinPodcast


'What White People Can Do Next: From Allyship to Coalition’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/33yV7Fy


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The Penguin Podcast - William Gibson with Nihal Arthanayake
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02/26/20 • 27 min

William Gibson, author of the seminal speculative fiction novel 'Neuromancer', chats to Nihal about why his work has never predicted the future, why punk was the last pre-digital counterculture and on spending the afternoon with Mick Jagger (who is a huge fan of his work). His chosen inspiring objects include a pair of AI glasses which are a character is his new novel 'Agency'. #PenguinPodcast

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The Penguin Podcast - Richard Dawkins with Nihal Arthanayake
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10/21/20 • 31 min

Richard Dawkins - British evolutionary biologist and populist science writer - chats to Nihal about his latest book ‘Outgrowing God’


He also talks about objects which have inspired him creatively which include a framed photo of Prince Phillip and the Flounder fish.


‘Outgrowing God’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3obexsT


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The Penguin Podcast - RJ Palacio with Nihal Arthanayake
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01/15/20 • 32 min

‘Wonder’ has sold well over 15 million copies and was made into a major feature film starring Julia Roberts. Its author RJ Palacio has written and illustrated a new graphic novel ‘White Bird’ that sees a ‘Wonder’ character explore his family history. RJ brings a list of objects into the studio that have inspired her including a wooden bird and a sketchbook and also talks about the craft behind creating her graphic novel. #PenguinPodcast

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This week on the Penguin Podcast, we bring you a special episode: Shaparak Khorsandi in conversation with Isy Suttie live from Lattitude Festival.


Shaparak joined us to discuss her latest book, Scatter Brain: How I finally got off the ADHD rollercoaster and became the owner of a very tidy sock drawer.


The two also discuss the subtle distinctions between shame and embarrassment, memories of climbing a pear tree, the life-changing power of an ADHD diagnosis, and how being on I’m A Celebrity gave her a spiritual experience.


Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and please do leave us a review – it really does help us. And finally, to find out more about the #PenguinPodcast, visit https://www.penguin.co.uk/podcasts.



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The Penguin Podcast - Neil MacGregor with Nihal Arthanayake
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02/16/21 • 34 min

British Art Historian and former Director of the British Museum Neil MacGregor chats to Nihal about the new audiobook of ‘A History of the World in 100 Objects’.


Neil has chosen 4 of those objects plus an entirely new one (object 101!) including a Jade Axe and an Akan Drum. He chats to Nihal about how their meaning can change over time #PenguinPodcast


‘A History of the World in 100 objects’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3dfSbUb


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FAQ

How many episodes does The Penguin Podcast have?

The Penguin Podcast currently has 241 episodes available.

What topics does The Penguin Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Literature, Fiction, Society & Culture, Novels, Creativity, Reading, Writing, Podcasts, Non-Fiction, Books and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on The Penguin Podcast?

The episode title 'Richard Osman with Nihal Arthanayake' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Penguin Podcast?

The average episode length on The Penguin Podcast is 38 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Penguin Podcast released?

Episodes of The Penguin Podcast are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of The Penguin Podcast?

The first episode of The Penguin Podcast was released on Jul 15, 2015.

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