Best Jessica Dunne Podcasts (2024)

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What We're Reading This Summer 32:34

3d ago32:34

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It’s August, which means that Labor Day and back-to-school are just around the corner. The vacation that seemed so leisurely a month ago suddenly feels a little more frantic. But there’s still time to squeeze in a last batch of summer reading. On this week’s episode, host Gilbert Cruz chats with his colleagues Joumana Khatib and Anna Dubenko about …

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S9 E26: Vincent Toro, Thomas Fuller, and Barbara Bradley Hagerty 17:48

30m ago17:48

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In this episode, meet poet and playwright Vincent Toro, New York Times correspondent Thomas Fuller, and journalist Barbara Bradley Hagerty. Hear how reading his audiobook helped Vincent Toro experiment with poetry performance, learn what special food Thomas Fuller ate before his recording sessions, and hear Barbara Bradley Hagerty describe the visc…

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21st Century Books Special Edition: George Saunders on 'Lincoln in the Bardo' 41:21

7d ago41:21

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As part of its recent "100 Best Books of the 21st Century" project, The New York Times Book Review is interviewing some of the authors whose books appeared on the list. This week, George Saunders — who had three books on the list, including his short story collections "Pastoralia" and "Tenth of December" — joins host Gilbert Cruz to discuss his nov…

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Sarah Jessica Parker on Her Life in Publishing 35:44

2h ago35:44

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Sarah Jessica Parker has been a familiar presence on TV, movie screens and Broadway stages for five decades. But since 2016 she has also been a force in the book world, initially at the helm of the fiction imprint SJP for Hogarth and for the past two years with SJP Lit, an imprint at the independent publisher Zando. Parker visits the podcast this w…

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Episode 58: Beyond Organic Produce Farming Explained with Jessica Bullock and Red Moon Farm 1:29:54

1h ago1:29:54

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Join us as we chat with Jessica Bullock, a mom of 2, birth worker, herbalist, and founder and farmer at Red Moon Farm. We chat all things vegetables (geeked out!). What organic growing can and maybe should look like? What does Certified Organic Farming mean and is it necessary? How has the organic label changed? How can consumers buy the best produ…

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S9 E25: Oneka McClellan, Jean-Martin Bauer, and Georgia Cloepfil 15:37

31m ago15:37

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In this episode, meet pastor Oneka McClellan, Haiti Country Director for the UN World Food Programme Jean-Martin Bauer, and writer and former professional soccer player Georgia Cloepfil. Hear what inspired each of these authors to write their books, and what surprised them about reading their audiobooks. Plus, navigating tongue-twisters, emotions, …

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21st Century Books Special Edition: Min Jin Lee on 'Pachinko' 34:58

14d ago34:58

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As part of its recent "100 Best Books of the 21st Century" project, The New York Times Book Review is interviewing some of the authors whose books appeared on the list. This week, Min Jin Lee joins host Gilbert Cruz to discuss her novel, as well as the book she's read the most times — George Eliot's "Middlemarch." “I’m willing to say it’s the best …

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Book Club: Let's Talk About "The Talented Mr. Ripley," by Patricia Highsmith 46:12

17d ago46:12

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Patricia Highsmith’s 1955 thriller “The Talented Mr. Ripley” follows a young, down-on-his-luck scammer, Tom Ripley, who is looking to reverse his fortunes. When he receives a job offer to go to Italy and retrieve Dickie Greenleaf, a rich socialite on an endless holiday, Tom finds the perfect opportunity to work his way into the upper crust. But as …

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S9 E24: Zara Chowdhary, Tara M. Stringfellow, and Jasmin Graham 27:03

4h ago27:03

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In this episode, meet writer and lecturer Zara Chowdhary, former attorney and bestselling author Tara M. Stringfellow, and marine biologist Jasmin Graham. Listen in as these authors share insights into their works, and what made recording their audiobooks feel enriching, cathartic, and even magical.The Lucky Ones by Zara Chowdhary: https://www.peng…

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21st Century Books Special Edition: Colson Whitehead on 'The Underground Railroad' 36:20

16d ago36:20

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What It's Like to Write a King Arthur Tale 32:46

2h ago32:46

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Lev Grossman, author of fantasy novel "The Magicians" and its two sequels, joins host Gilbert Cruz to talk about writing his version of Camelot in "The Bright Sword: A Novel of King Arthur."By The New York Times

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Episode 57: Claiming your Birthright with Amy Buchstaber 1:25:01

2h ago1:25:01

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Use code: nourishthelittles15 for 15% off your order of Birthright Supplements. Both Corey and I take Bloom and Revive and love the changes we have felt while taking them. In this episode, Corey and I sit down with the founder and formulator of Birthright supplements, the only whole food, animal based women’s prenatal currently on the market. Amy s…

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S9 E23: Kevin Barry, Olivia Gatwood, and Ruth Ozeki 20:38

15d ago20:38

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In this episode, meet novelist Kevin Barry, novelist and poet Olivia Gatwood, and novelist and filmmaker Ruth Ozeki. Listen in as these authors share what felt most revealing, most humbling, and most like time travel in the process of recording their audiobooks. Plus, what they can’t wait for listeners to hear.The Heart in Winter by Kevin Barry: ht…

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The 100 Best Books of the 21st Century 37:05

29d ago37:05

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This week The New York Times Book Review rolled out the results of an ambitious survey it conducted to determine the best books of the 21st century so far. On this week’s episode, Gilbert Cruz chats with fellow editors Tina Jordan, Scott Heller and Joumana Khatib about the results of that survey and about the project itself, including the willingne…

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S9 E22: John Long, Nathaniel Eliason, and Jessica Chen 14:38

22d ago14:38

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In this episode, meet paleontologist John Long, writer and entrepreneur Nathaniel Eliason, and CEO of Soulcast Media Jessica Chen. Tune in to hear what these authors hope to teach listeners about sharks, cryptocurrency, and workplace communication.The Secret History of Sharks by John Longhttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/714624/the-secret-hi…

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Episode 56: The scary truth behind school lunches with Zen Honeycutt 1:28:08

10d ago1:28:08

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Brace yourselves folks, this episode is a tough one! If you are interested in learning more about the truth behind school lunches, glyphosate, and GMO’s then this episode is for you. Zen Honeycutt is the founder of Moms Across America and author of the book Unstoppable. She shares with us her story of fashion designer to holistic health advocate an…

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Book Club: 'Headshot,' by Rita Bullwinkel 34:06

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Rita Bullwinkel’s impressive debut novel, “Headshot,” follows eight teenagers fighting in the Daughters of America Cup, a youth women’s boxing tournament staged in a dilapidated gym in Reno. Each chapter details a match between fighters, bout after bout, until finally a champion is declared. We are thrown into the high-octane theater of each fight,…

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S9 E21: Alizah Holstein, Jessica Goudeau, and Nellie Bowles 16:56

22d ago16:56

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In this episode, meet independent editor and writer Alizah Holstein, writer and activist Jessica Goudeau, and journalist Nellie Bowles. Listen in to hear what big life moments inspired these authors to write their audiobooks, and how they would describe their time in the recording studio. My Roman History by Alizah Holstein: https://www.penguinrand…

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Griffin Dunne on His Joyful and Tragic Family Memoir 37:50

2M ago37:50

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Every family has its stories, and every family has its drama — and some families, like the one the actor and director Griffin Dunne was born into, have an excess of both. His uncle was the writer John Gregory Dunne, his aunt was Joan Didion and his father was Dominick Dunne, who became famous for his Vanity Fair dispatches from the trial of the man…

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S9 E20: Brea Baker, Ciera Rogers, and Samhita Mukhopadhyay 13:37

25d ago13:37

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In this episode, meet writer Brea Baker, founder and CEO of Babes Ciera Rogers, and writer and former Executive Editor of Teen Vogue Samhita Mukhopadhyay. Tune in to hear the beautiful story behind Brea Baker’s book Rooted, what Ciera Rogers is most excited for listeners to hear, and why Samhita Mukhopadhyay calls the experience of recording her au…

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10 Books to Check Out This Summer 28:27

2M ago28:27

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Summer is upon us and you're going to need a few books to read. Book Review editors Elisabeth Egan and Joumana Khatib join host Gilbert Cruz to talk through a few titles they're looking forward to over the next several months. Books discussed in this episode: "Farewell, Amethystine," by Walter Mosley "The Cliffs," by J. Courtney Sullivan "Horror Mo…

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S9 E19: Priyanka Mattoo, Griffin Dunne, and Jess H. Gutierrez 17:32

1M ago17:32

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In this episode, meet writer, producer, and podcaster Priyanka Mattoo, actor, film producer, and film director Griffin Dunne, and speaker and former journalist Jess H. Gutierrez. Hear these authors share what it was like to fully inhabit their memoirs in the audio booth, and the recording moments that surprised and delighted them most. Plus, more b…

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Elin Hilderbrand on Her Final Nantucket Summer Book 37:38

2M ago37:38

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For many years now, Elin Hilderbrand has published a novel every summer set on the island of Nantucket. With her 30th book, 'Swan Song,' the bestselling author says she will step off that hamster wheel and try something new. On this week's episode, she and host Gilbert Cruz talk about her career, what she's reading, and what's next.…

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Episode 55: BEST OF MAM: What CAN I Eat?! - Lunches Edition 1:00:32

1M ago1:00:32

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In this episode we discussed lunches. We talked about packing lunches, how to make nutrient dense lunches, how to transition from SAD lunch foods to cleaner options, and who to contact if you are interested in making a difference in your school’s lunch program. What CAN I Eat?! - Mini Series Episode 7: What CAN I Eat?! - Breakfast Edition Episode 9…

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404 Unlocking Your Potential - CEO of ENTRE Institute and Author of Unlocking Your Potential, Jeff Lerner 1:05:27

2M ago1:05:27

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How do you feel about your life right now, in this moment? I've gotta say, this question has been heavily on my mind the past year since I've had to do a lot of introspection for my upcoming book. Am I happy? Where am I headed? What is my personal potential and am I doing all I can to unlock it? For the season 18 finale of the More Money Podcast, I…

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S9 E18: Prentis Hemphill, Glynnis MacNicol, and Julie McFadden 17:55

1M ago17:55

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In this episode, meet therapist and founder of The Embodiment Institute Prentis Hemphill, writer and podcast producer Glynnis MacNicol, and hospice nurse Julie McFadden. Hear these authors on how they prepared to record their audiobooks, what it was like to get vulnerable behind the mic, and their favorite recording moments.What it Takes to Heal by…

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Let's Talk About Percival Everett's 'James' 45:40

2M ago45:40

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The broad outlines of "James" will be immediately familiar to anyone with even a basic knowledge of American literature: A boy named Huckleberry Finn and an enslaved man named Jim are fleeing down the Mississippi River together, each in search of his own kind of freedom. But where Mark Twain’s “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” treated Jim as a secon…

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403 How to Take Advantage of Being an Outsider - Founder and CEO of BABES and Author of The Outsider Advantage, Ciera Rogers 55:20

2M ago55:20

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Is there an advantage to being an outsider? Often we just want to fit it, but what would happen if we leaned into what sets us apart? That's what Ciera Rogers, founder and CEO of BABES and author of The Outsider Advantage, did to get herself out of poverty and eventually build a multi-million dollar fashion brand. In this episode, we talk about cha…

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S9 E17: Jon Meacham, Salman Khan, and Kyla Scanlon 16:26

2M ago16:26

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In this episode, meet Pulitzer Prize–winning biographer Jon Meacham, founder and CEO of Khan Academy Salman Khan, and economic commentator Kyla Scanlon. Hear Jon Meacham on writing the life of President George H.W. Bush, Salman Khan on how artificial intelligence can have a positive impact on education, and Kyla Scanlon on helping lay people unders…

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Episode 54: Nourishing Young Minds Through School Lunches with Aran Goldstein 1:44:31

2M ago1:44:31

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In this episode, Corey and I continue to discuss the subject of school lunches. Check out the first episode in this series with Hilary Boynton. Today we sit down with Aran Goldstein, a passionate chef and devoted parent, who is making a significant impact on the way children experience food at school. Aran, known as the "lunch dad," prepares hot lu…

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402 Reshaping the Way You Give to Charity with John Bromley - Founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, John Bromley 54:03

3M ago54:03

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We talk a lot about investing, budgeting, and spending our money... but what about giving it away? An often overlooked but important element of personal finance is making sure our money flows through our communities and helps make the world a safer, kinder and better place. That's why I invited founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, John Bromley, on…

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S9 E16: Denise Young, Stephanie Harrison, and KB Brookins 20:46

3M ago20:46

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S9 E16: In this episode, meet former Apple executive and one of Fortune’s “Most Powerful Women” Denise Young, founder of The New Happy company Stephanie Harrison, and writer and cultural worker KB Brookins. Press play to hear about the unique way Denise Young prepared to record, the two big problems that inspired Stephanie Harrison to write her boo…

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Writing About NASA's Most Shocking Moment 43:03

3M ago43:03

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The year 1986 was notable for two big disasters, both of them attributable to human error and bureaucratic negligence at competing super powers: the Chernobyl nuclear accident in the Soviet Union and the explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger in the United States. The journalist Adam Higginbotham wrote about Chernobyl in his 2019 book, “Midnight…

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