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The Weekly Reader

WYPR Baltimore

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----What should I read next?---- Book critic and longtime NPR commentator Marion Winik answers this question in four opinionated, book-loving minutes. With reviews of new releases and older titles you may have missed, it’s like having a new best friend with very good taste to guide you in your literary adventures. The Weekly Reader is produced by WYPR and hosted by Lisa Morgan.
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Celebrity Book Club

Kara Procell & Carrie Foster

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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.
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A fact based comedy podcast. Each week Melbourne comedians Matt Stewart, Jess Perkins and Dave Warneke take it in turns to research a topic and report back to the class. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books is the award-winning, author interview podcast hosted by author, bookstore owner, and publisher, Zibby Owens, dubbed "NYC's Most Powerful Book-fluencer" (Vulture). Hear from your favorite celebrities, novelists, memoirists, and others to inspire you to take the next steps in your own life, be entertained, and feel connected. The podcast is part of Zibby Media which includes Zibby's Bookshop in Santa Monica, Zibby Books boutique publishing house, retreats, e ...
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Say hello to our little friend Al! Al Pacino has been in some of the most legendary movies of all time and somehow, through years of struggling through New York’s theater scene and trying to discover the ins and outs of Hollywood, he remains a goof. SHOP MERCH!!!!!! https://shop.celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/ If you want to host a CMBC meetup here’s …
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Chelsea is joined by journalist and memoirist Connie Wang to unpack "Connie," the memoir by pioneering news icon Connie Chung. They explore Chung's experiences as one of the first Chinese-American women in news and the mountains she climbed. There’s also wild drama with Barbara Walters and Diane Sawyer, a long-distance romance with now-husband Maur…
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Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3AALzOf Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! 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.…
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Writer and playwright Cherry Lou Sy chats with Zibby about LOVE CAN’T FEED YOU, a beautiful, tender, searing debut novel that follows a young woman who immigrates to the United States from the Philippines to reunite with her mother and finds herself adrift between familial expectations and her own burning desires. While discussing the themes of ide…
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Zibby is joined by Meredith Seacrest Leach to discuss THE MAKE-BELIEVERS, the delightful picture book she co-wrote with her brother, America’s favorite host and media personality, Ryan Seacrest. Meredith reveals that her daughter, Flora, inspired the story, which explores the surprising strengths of a child’s wild, wonderful imagination. She also t…
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In 1920 the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution banned the sale and manufacture of alcohol - it didn't go well! Joined by the Weekly Planet's Nick Mason, this was the 4th most voted for topic of Block 2024! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 12:08 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). S…
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Zibby interviews venture capitalist, political strategist, philanthropist, and founder of the Mobile Voting Project, Bradley Tusk, about his deeply informative and timely analysis of the American voting system, VOTE WITH YOUR PHONE. Bradley shares his passion for improving democracy and making voting more accessible through mobile voting, revealing…
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Author Lotte Bowser joins Zibby to discuss BITTERSWEET, a raw, brave, and deeply moving memoir about true love, the darkness of grief, and finding your way back into the light. Lotte shares the story of her relationship with Ben—a profound love (and happy, adventurous life) that was cut short by his battle with cancer amid the COVID pandemic. She d…
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On this edition of The Weekly Reader we review two new engaging memoirs from the entertainment industry: From Here to the Great Unknown, by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough, All I Ever Wanted, by Kathy Valentine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.بقلم WYPR Baltimore
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Zibby chats with Nikki Schreiber, the editor and founder of the popular social media brand @humansofjudaism, about her new book, HUMANS OF JUDAISM—a heartwarming collection of stories filled with joy, bravery, community, perseverance, and unyielding hope. Nikki shares how her Instagram page began as a tribute to her father and evolved over ten year…
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Chelsea teams up with Melinda Thompson (co-host of the Hello Witches! podcast) and Blake “LUXXURY” Robin (co-host of the One Song podcast) for a special Memoir in the Music episode, all about rock’s mystical witch, Stevie Nicks. Just in time for Halloween, they sift through Stevie’s witchy lyrics to uncover tales of romance, heartbreak, and just a …
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Zibby is joined by #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author W. Bruce Cameron to discuss his charming and heartfelt new novel, MY THREE DOGS—his 36th published book! Bruce reveals how a car ride conversation with his now-wife Cathryn Michon (who was just on the podcast!) inspired A DOG’S PURPOSE, the first novel that launched him into the …
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TODAY Show cohost and America’s favorite weatherman, Al Roker, and his daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, join Zibby to discuss AL ROKER’S RECIPES TO LIVE BY: Easy, Memory-Making Family Dishes for Every Occasion. The father-daughter duo discuss the joys (and challenges) of working together on this project and then delve into the sentimental value behin…
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Okay, it's time to find out the TRUTH about the Illuminati ... (confirmed?) This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 2:38 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Support the show on Apple podcasts and get bonus episodes i…
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Eve has worked with every big name in the music industry and lived to tell the tale. As per usual, record labels have tried to keep her down and lock her music away but luckily she managed to hit our ears and our tv screens and the movies too?!? SHOP MERCH!!!!!! https://shop.celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/ If you want to host a CMBC meetup here’s a me…
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Zibby is joined by the renowned founder of Well-Read Black Girl, Glory Edim, to discuss her inspiring memoir of family, community, resilience, and literature, GATHER ME: A Memoir in Praise of the Books That Saved Me. Glory reflects on the books that were a refuge and guiding force throughout her life, especially in her childhood when her mother str…
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Actress and film producer Jennifer Love Hewitt chats with Zibby about INHERITING MAGIC, a heartfelt, candid chronicle of her grief and discovering she inherited her late mother’s “magic”—with family photos, recipes, holiday traditions, and foolproof strategies for adding magic to our everyday lives. Jennifer delves into the pain and surrealness of …
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Chelsea is joined by comedian and Kamala Harris impressionist Allison Reese (host of the N’Kay podcast) to discuss the vice president’s memoir, “The Truths We Hold.” But don’t worry IT’S A FUN EP! They pull out all the gems in the book: Kamala’s mom, Shyamala, that “rapper” she likes, and all the juicy rom-com-esque deets with First Gentleman Doug!…
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Zibby is joined by New York Times bestselling author Charles Bock to discuss I WILL DO BETTER, a tender and searingly honest memoir about parenting his infant daughter in the wake of his wife’s untimely death. Charles shares the heartbreaking story of losing his wife Diana to leukemia just days before their daughter Lily’s third birthday. He reflec…
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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about female practitioners of folk remedies and herbal medicine and the special roll they play in many cultures: The Waters, by Bonnie Jo Campbell, and The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern, by Lydia Cohen Loigman. All titles available at your favorite local bookstore and online at bookshop.…
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Zibby chats with author Marian Schembari about her warm, astutely observed, incandescently written, and unexpectedly hilarious memoir, A LITTLE LESS BROKEN: How an Autism Diagnosis Finally Made Me Whole. Marian shares how an autism diagnosis at age 34 changed her life and then talks about the concept of “masking,” how common neurodivergence is in o…
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Zibby interviews New York Times bestselling author Eileen Goudge about ALL THEY NEED TO KNOW, a riveting, emotionally gripping novel about a woman who runs away from her abusive husband and reinvents herself in a peaceful California town—a tenuous sanctuary that brings her new friendships and romance. Eileen shares her own experience of being in an…
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The Ancient Egyptian city of Alexandria was regarded as the capital of knowledge and learning, all because of the city's great library that held documents from across the world. But what happened to it and where would we be if all of its knowledge hadn't been lost? To answer these questions and more we're joined by our dear friend Alasdair Tremblay…
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In this deleted scene from One Tree Hill, Haley James Scott (Bethany Joy Lenz) reveals she was actually in a cult that whole time???? BJL, an actress, singer, and podcast host reveals exactly how an extremely promising talent gets roped into an Idaho religious cult and if you think you’re too smart you’re not!!! SHOP MERCH!!!!!! https://shop.celebr…
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Chelsea is joined by podcaster Natalie Katona and writer Julia Washington (co-hosts of Still Comfy) to break down “One Tree Hill” star Bethany Joy Lenz’s memoir, “Dinner for Vampires.” They explore Bethany’s experiences in a high-control religious cult. Get ready for co-star drama, jezebel fuckery, and an asshat cult leader obsessed with The Sopran…
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NSYNC superstar Lance Bass joins Zibby to discuss TRICK OR TREAT ON SCARY STREET, a quirky and surprising children’s book inspired by his love for Halloween. Lance shares how trick-or-treating was an adventurous, magical experience for him and his friends—and how spooked they were by a mysterious, dark house in the neighborhood! He shares the real …
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Zibby chats with author Samantha Greene Woodruff about THE TRADE OFF, a captivating 1920s historical novel about an ambitious woman who fights for her place on Wall Street, inspired by the true story of a pioneering investment legend. Samantha delves into her protagonist, who, as a poor Jewish woman, faces societal barriers and has to support her b…
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Chelsea is joined by writer, podcast host, and cultural commentator Evan Ross Katz to discuss Ina Garten’s memoir, “Be Ready When the Luck Happens.” They discuss everything from Ina's turbulent childhood and her career in nuclear energy to her rise as a culinary icon with “Barefoot Contessa” and the baked chicken recipe that supposedly made Prince …
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#1 bestselling author Sophie Kinsella joins Zibby to discuss WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?, an extraordinary, unforgettable novel about a successful novelist who faces a devastating diagnosis and must learn to live and love anew—a story that is rooted in Sophie’s own battle with brain cancer and ensuing memory issues. Sophie opens up about her journey an…
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Zibby interviews filmmaker, actor, animal advocate, and bestselling author Cathryn Michon about her comforting, heartfelt, richly illustrated gift book for people grieving the loss of a pet, I’M STILL HERE: A Dog’s Purpose Forever. Cathryn delves into her emotional, ten-year writing journey, sharing how her own dog, Tucker, and her husband, W. Bruc…
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In this special episode (a live event at the Streicker Center!), world-renowned soprano and arts/health advocate Renée Fleming chats with Zibby about MUSIC AND MIND, a groundbreaking collection of essays about the powerful impacts of music on health and the human experience. The conversation covers the scientific effects of music on the brain and e…
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Alexander The Great was crowned king of Macedon at twenty and went off to conquer the world... and he just kept going! One of the most epic stories from the ancient world, this is the seventh most voted for topic of Block 2024. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07:25 (though as always, we go off on tangents throug…
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Take your shoes off we're going to the Hamptons! Ina Garten a.k.a. the Barefoot Contessa spills all the high quality ingredients on how she went from The White House to becoming a Food Network sensation. NEW MERCH!!!!!! https://shop.celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/ If you want to host a CMBC meetup here’s a meetup 101 packet to help you plan! Keep up w…
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