Best FM90 Podcasts (2024)

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Off The Page: Skip Hollandsworth 22:05

1+ y ago22:05

22:05

"Texas Monthly" writer, Skip Hollandsworth, discusses his book "The Midnight Assassin" and his podcast "Tom Brown's Body" with host Amy Hart.By Panhandle PBS

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#038 The Holocaust 56:01

1+ y ago56:01

56:01

Paralleling the Amarillo Public Library’s 2022 exhibit, “Americans and the Holocaust,” and Panhandle PBS’s premiere of the new film by Ken Burns, Lynn Novick & Sarah Botstein, “The U.S. and the Holocaust.” Guests: Cynthia Hunt, Melody BorenBy Panhandle PBS

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#037 I Dream of Genealogy 47:34

1+ y ago47:34

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Exploring family history and Amarillo Public Library’s extensive genealogy resources. Guests: Cindy Wallace, Natalie BarrettBy Panhandle PBS

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#036 Psycho Thriller, qu'est-ce que c'est? 50:12

1+ y ago50:12

50:12

Escaping into page-turners with a dark side. Guests: Stevi Breshears, Bridget HefnerBy Panhandle PBS

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#035 Doin' Knit Yourself 38:51

1+ y ago38:51

38:51

#035 Doin' Knit Yourself by Panhandle PBSBy Panhandle PBS

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#034 Black Lit 38:53

1+ y ago38:53

38:53

The Black experience through fiction and non-fiction books.Guests: Delores Thompson, RJ Soleyjacks, Stacy CloptonBy Panhandle PBS

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#033 Mental Health 56:51

1+ y ago56:51

56:51

Parelleling Panhandle PBS’s new series on exploring “The Little Things” we can do to improve our mental health. Guests: Cindi Wynia, Karen WelchBy Panhandle PBS

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#032 Underrated Books 1:04:48

1+ y ago1:04:48

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What makes a book a bestseller? Why are certain books overlooked? In this episode we discuss what books should have been bigger and why they weren’t. Guests: Stacy Clopton and Amanda Barrera.By Panhandle PBS

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Off The Page: Ryan McSwain 46:37

3y ago46:37

46:37

In this episode local author Ryan McSwain discusses his writing process, his inspiration for writing, and if there will be a sequel to his novel 'Four Color Bleed'.By Panhandle PBS

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#031 Gen Z To The Rescue 54:41

3y ago54:41

54:41

In this episode our guests Ande Parlow and Richard McGowan discuss YA Novels.Books discussed include: Layoverland, Stamped, Clap When You Land, The Patron Saints of Nothing, Dig, Class Act and more!By Panhandle PBS

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#030 Whatcha Got Cookin? 54:40

3y ago54:40

54:40

In this episode, guests Monica Hart and Ruth Landelius discuss their love of cookbooks! What makes a cookbook great? Who are their favorite cooks/authors? And how did Ruth leaving French onion soup on her back porch kick off her cooking career? All of this and more on this episode!By Panhandle PBS

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#029 Queer Lit 51:50

3y ago51:50

51:50

In this episode we discuss Queer Literature with our guest Lytton St. Stephen. Books discussed include: The Price of Salt, The Picture of Dorian Gray, Well of Loneliness and more.By Panhandle PBS

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#028 Tale As Old As Time 39:50

3y ago39:50

39:50

In this episode we talk Historical Fiction! Guests Reagan Hales and Karen Schrader discuss their favorites and tell us the parameters for the genre. Books discussed include: The Devil in the White City, The Pillars of the Earth, The Book Thief, The Outlander Series.By Panhandle PBS

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#027 Read All About It 59:40

3y ago59:40

59:40

In this episode we talk about the importance of literacy with guests Bailey Orr and Kinsey Bellar. We discuss Storybridge and how the organization is bringing books to children in need.By Panhandle PBS

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#026 The No Good Very Bad Year 40:54

3y ago40:54

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In this episode we talk "Pandemic Reads" with Stacy Clopton and Marley Hoggatt. Is reading more or less popular during a time of tragedy? And what are good re-reads during a time of uncertainty? Books discussed this episode: One to Watch, The House in the Cerulean Sea and more.By Panhandle PBS

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#025 Hemingway 46:37

3y ago46:37

46:37

Johnathan Aaron Baker and Brandon Presley discuss the works and life of Ernest Hemingway. In conjunction with the release of Ken Burns and Lynn Novick's documentary "Hemingway" airing on PBS.By Panhandle PBS

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Off The Page: Rye Curtis 32:24

4y ago32:24

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By Panhandle PBS

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Minisode: Latin American Literature with Chris Hudson 30:30

4+ y ago30:30

30:30

In our first Minisode guests Chris Hudson and Emily Gilbert discuss Latin American Literature.By Panhandle PBS

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Off The Page: Donivan Blair 56:14

4+ y ago56:14

56:14

Musician and author Donivan Blair talks about his book Even If It Kills Me: Martial Arts, Rock and Roll, and Mortality, his interesting writing quirks, and his favorite novels of all-time.By Panhandle PBS

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Off The Page: Shanna Hogan 49:01

4+ y ago49:01

49:01

New York Times best-selling true crime author Shanna Hogan discusses the Jodi Arias trial, her new book 'The Secrets of a Marine’s Wife', and her personal life.By Panhandle PBS

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#024 In Da Club 41:32

4+ y ago41:32

41:32

How do you keep a book club running for over 20 years? Guests Karen Welch, Suzanne Nair, and Molly Davis give us tips and tricks on how to start and maintain a book club.By Panhandle PBS

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#023 The Town And The City 59:37

4+ y ago59:37

59:37

CMO favorites Johnathan Aaron Baker and Chris Hudson are back! In this episode they discuss Urbanism, Suburbanism, and Ruralism in works of fiction.Books discussed: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, The City in History by Lewis Mumford, The Swimmer by John Cheever, How the Other Half Lives by Jacob Riis…

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#022 The Dahl People 40:49

4+ y ago40:49

40:49

In this episode we find out why libraries categorize by genre not the author. Guests Sadie Newsom, Jill Gibson, and Melody Boren discuss Roald Dahl’s famous children’s novels and his adult themed works of fiction. Books discussed: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Twits, Matilda, James and the Giant Peach, The Witches, My Uncle Oswald…

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#021 Roses Are Read 41:51

4+ y ago41:51

41:51

…Violets are blue. We talk about poetry in Season 2! Our guests Karen Welch, Eric Meljac, and Stacy Yates share some of their favorite classic and contemporary poems. Authors discussed: Billy Collins, Walt Whitman, Oscar WildeBy Panhandle PBS

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#020 Is This Just Fantasy 54:18

4+ y ago54:18

54:18

Richard McGowan and Ande Parlow return to discuss the tropes and characteristics of fantasy novels. Where do you draw the line between Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Comics?Books discussed: Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, The Wheel of Time series by James Oliver Rigney Jr., The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis…

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#019 Bad Romance 36:31

4+ y ago36:31

36:31

#019 Bad Romance by Panhandle PBSBy Panhandle PBS

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#018 Magical Mystery Tour 44:36

4+ y ago44:36

44:36

Take a trip back to your childhood where Nancy Drew and the Box Car Children reign supreme! Our guests, Melody Boren, Jill Gibson, and Hilary Hulsey discuss the appeal of children’s mystery novels. Books discussed: From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg, Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, Holes by Louis Sachar…

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#017 Boom! Pow! Wham! 50:58

4+ y ago50:58

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This one is for all the comic book lovers! Guests Carey Thompson and Ryan McSwain geek out on superheroes and explain why these books continue to resonate within history.Books discussed: Saga by Brian K. Vaughan, Superman, Scott Pilgram by Bryan Lee O’Malley, Maus by Art SpiegelmanBy Panhandle PBS

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#016 The Story Remains the Same 50:23

4+ y ago50:23

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CMO rocks out with the greatest rock biographies. Brian Frank, Johnny Black, and Amy Hart discuss their fascination with the salacious details of their favorite rockers lives. Books discussed: Life by Keith Richards, Kicking and Dreaming by Ann and Nancy Wilson, Does This Noise In My Head Bother You? By Steven Tyler…

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#015 Keep Austen Weird 45:17

4+ y ago45:17

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Our guests this episode, Stacy Yates and Monica Smith-Hart, discuss Victorian era literature. Find out why Wuthering Heights is an intervention worthy book. Books discussed: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Ann BronteBy Panhandle PBS

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#014 Juries, Killers, and Thieves 46:26

4+ y ago46:26

46:26

This episode spotlights true crime non-fiction books. Macey Gibaszek, Rachael Young, and Amy Hart discuss the fascination with murders, serial killers, and forensic investigation. Books discussed: I’ll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara, In Cold Blood by Truman Capote, Dead Men Do Tell Tales by Dr. William Maples…

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#013 The Winners' Circle 49:03

4+ y ago49:03

49:03

In this premiere episode of Season 2, we talk to the winners of our Great American Read trivia night. They are teachers and librarians in the Texas Panhandle. Guests are Ande Parlow, Ivy Gowdy, Richard McGowan, and Karen Schrader.Books discussed: The Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon, Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin, Harry Potter by J.K. Ro…

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CMO Season 2 Preview #2 1:01

4+ y ago1:01

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Season 2 Preview of Check Me Out: A Podcast For Book LoversBy Panhandle PBS

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CMO Season 2 Preview 1:01

4+ y ago1:01

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Season 2 Preview of Check Me Out: A Podcast For Book Lovers.By Panhandle PBS

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#012 Scout's Honor 25:10

5+ y ago25:10

25:10

In this episode we talk to Mary Badham, who played Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird! We discuss her love of education, her memories of shooting the film, and The Great American Read winning book!By Panhandle PBS

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#011 - And The Winners Are... 30:02

5+ y ago30:02

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In this episode, we will discuss the winner of The Great American Read, and The Great Panhandle Read. Plus, we'll have a behind-the-scenes look at this season of Check Me Out.By Panhandle PBS

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#010 Scary Monsters And Super Creeps 51:44

5+ y ago51:44

51:44

The spookier side of PBS' The Great American Read. This week's guests Sadie Newsome, Brian Frank, and Karly McCutchan discuss some of their favorite books from the list that make their spines tingle.Books discussed: 1984, The Stand, The Giver and more!By Panhandle PBS

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#009 The Book Is Always Better 47:01

5+ y ago47:01

47:01

Is the book always better? Our guests this week, Jonathan Baker, Chip Chandler, and Hilary Hulsey discuss some of the books adapted to film on The Great American Read list.Books discussed: The Godfather, Gone Girl, Harry Potter, Dune, Lord of the RingsBy Panhandle PBS

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#008 Long-Term Relationships 49:45

5+ y ago49:45

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In this episode, a group of area teachers, librarians, and book-lovers discuss books series on PBS' The Great American Read list. Books included in this podcast: Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Foundation, Flowers in the Attic, Chronicles of Narnia.By Panhandle PBS

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#007 The Kids Are Alright 40:47

5+ y ago40:47

40:47

Hilary Hulsey sits down with young readers, Haven and Olivia, to discuss some of the YA novels on the Great American Read list. Books discussed include: The Giver, The Outsiders, Harry Potter, Looking for Alaska, and more!By Panhandle PBS

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#006 Drink The Kool-aid 43:29

5+ y ago43:29

43:29

English scholars Jonathan Baker and Chris Hudson discuss books that fall under the "cult" category, from Moby Dick to Harry Potter, on the Great American Read book list. Warning: May Contain SpoilersBy Panhandle PBS

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#005 The Peeples' Choice 28:41

5+ y ago28:41

28:41

Panhandle PBS' Chip Chandler sits down with TGAR panel member and former Teacher of the Year Shanna Peeples. They discuss the selection process for The Great American Read, teaching, and Shanna's favorite novels.Books discussed include: The Chronicles of Narnia, Cirque du Freak, Pippi Longstocking, Hansel and Gretel, The Lorax, graphic novels, Lone…

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#004 The Defenders 25:42

6y ago25:42

25:42

Our newest episode discusses the more polarizing picks for PBS's Great American Read list — notably, Twilight and Fifty Shades of Grey.Warning: May Contain SpoilersBy Panhandle PBS

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#003 Where is The Love? 47:51

6y ago47:51

47:51

Our newest episode discusses books left off of PBS's Great American Read list — most notably, graphic novels. Warning: May Contain SpoilersBy Panhandle PBS

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#002 You'll Need Therapy 48:38

6y ago48:38

48:38

Our latest installment of Check Me Out: a podcast for book lovers features three special guests (a professor, an artist, and a licensed counsellor) who discuss books on an emotional scale. Books discussed from The Great American Read List include: Frankenstein, The Great Gatsby, Gone with the Wind, The Help, To Kill a Mockingbird, Siddhartha, Where…

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#001 Summer Reading Lists 48:02

6y ago48:02

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Discussion of books on the list for The Great American Read, as well as books commonly remembered from childhood Summer Reading lists. Warning: May Contain SpoilersBy Panhandle PBS

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