Best Nicola Moore Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 47 Nicola Warren, School Crossing Patrol Lady 21:11

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Nicola Warren is a popular as a School Crossing Patrol getting children and parents safety across the road to their school. There is so much more to her life than that as people who cross roads every day of term times realise. Listen to Nicola about her role and her views on the strange goings on in the valley…

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Take Me to the Beach: "The Same Bright Stars" by Ethan Joella and "Swan Song" by Elin Hilderbrand 3:54

3h ago3:54

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On this edition of the Weekly Reader, we review two new novels perfect for a summer read, at home or at the beach: The Same Bright Stars, by Ethan Joella, and Swan Song, by Elin Hilderbrand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Jessica Anthony on her new novel, 'The Most' 29:41

4d ago29:41

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At first glance, Jessica Anthony’s novel, The Most, takes place on a single unseasonably hot day in November 1957. But as she tells KMUW’s Beth Golay, Anthony uses memory and perspective to explore the history of a marriage.

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Lisa Pahl: Dealing with Death.. With a game of cards 29:12

4h ago29:12

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Death is in the cards, so why not deal yourself a hand and have a laugh? That's what the Death Deck is about. Created by Lisa Pahl and her business partner Lori LoCicero, The Death Deck offers a creative way to have those difficult conversations. As a Hospice and Emergency Medicine Social Worker, Lisa saw first hand how people avoid the topic of de…

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Women of Sports: "Headshot" by Rita Bullwinkel, and "Coming Home" by Brittney Griner 3:54

5h ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review a novel and a memoir that take us deep into the world of women and sports: Headshot, by Rita Bullwinkel, and Coming Home, by Brittney Griner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Episode 46 Cath Baker, Calderdale Badger Protection Group 31:03

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Viv and Dave chat with Cath Baker mostly about her work protecting badgers. There are people who deliberately attack badgers but many are inadvertently injured or killed by cars, people digging or building in places badgers live. The Calderdale Badger Protection Group work with wildlife officers and local vets to help. Have a listen and find out ho…

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Juliet Grames on her new novel, 'The Lost Boy of Santa Chionia' 27:54

1h ago27:54

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Beth Golay recently spoke with Juliet Grapes about her new novel, "The Lost Boy of Santa Chionia." The book is a mystery packed with intricate family secrets, interconnected family trees, danger, and vivid country-Italian culture.By Beth Golay

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Amazon’s ‘Creature Feature’ collection offers six perfect little morsels of horror 1:38

4d ago1:38

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The Amazon Originals 'Creature Feature' collection includes six short stories from some of today's best horror novelists, including Grady Hendrix, Josh Malerman and Paul Tremblay.By Suzanne Perez

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Episode 45 Aid Todd, Drum Machine & The EMF 28:42

5h ago28:42

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Aid Todd set up Drum Machine to reflect western rhythms and culture. It has grown to be a mainstay of festivals, locally and nationally and many valley residents have been part of it. Meanwhile Aid has been part of several successful bands including Limehouse Lizzy and most recently he has joined the EMF, just back for a tour of the USA. Hear his s…

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Poor Dear Planet: "Pearce Oysters" by Joselyn Takacs and "Beep" by Bill Roorbach 3:54

12d ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about the future effects of climate change, both real and imagined: Pearce Oysters by Joselyn Takacs and Beep by Bill Roorbach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Kevin Barry on his new novel, 'The Heart in Winter' 20:08

2h ago20:08

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In Kevin Barry's The Heart in Winter, an Irish immigrant living in Butte, Montana, falls in love with another man’s mail order bride.By Beth Golay

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"We aspire to inspire before we expire!": Sherry Cantrell and the Sun City Poms 36:58

3h ago36:58

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Send us a Text Message. Sherry Cantrell is a child of the speedway and from Speedway. That is the town and the home of the Indy 500 where her stepdad and mom worked. Sherry did not follow in the family footsteps literally, but she has led a full life culminating in her involvement with the Sun City Poms, who are celebrating their 45th anniversary t…

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J. Courtney Sullivan’s ‘The Cliffs’ is a moving novel about digging up family secrets — and ghosts 1:40

2h ago1:40

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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says J. Courtney Sullivan's new novel, "The Cliffs," isn’t a ghost story, per se, but the characters dig up and deal with the ghosts of their past.By Suzanne Perez

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Episode 44 Louisa Needham Keep Tod Tidy 18:12

1d ago18:12

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Louisa set up Keep Tod Tidy and works closely with community wardens to organise monthly clean up days in the town centre ad around the estates of Todmorden. As ever, she's a lot more than that. Here she chats with Viv and Dave about her community activities, work at after school clubs and an interesting holiday job on the beaches of the Mediterran…

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Great American Novels: "Long Island Compromise" by Taffy Brodesser-Akner and "Familiaris" by David Wrobliewski 3:54

5d ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review new work from two American authors that are possibly even better than their debuts: Long Island Compromise, by Taffy Brodesser-Akner, and Familiaris, by David Wrobliewski. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Ben Shattuck on his new story collection, 'The History of Sound' 27:32

4d ago27:32

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Beth Golay recently spoke with author Ben Shattuck about the quality of audiobooks, his story being adapted into a movie and more.By Beth Golay

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Hampton Sides on Captain James Cook and 'The Wide Wide Sea' 32:20

5d ago32:20

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Beth Golay visits with Hampton Sides about his new book, "The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook".By Beth Golay

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Epic India: "The Covenant of Water" by Abraham Verghese and "Victory City" by Salman Rushdie 3:54

5d ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels that capture the enormous complexities and immense landscapes of India: are The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese and Victory City by Salman Rushdie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Hiking For You, Me, and the Whole Average Gang: Nicola Ross shows us the way. 32:45

10d ago32:45

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Send us a Text Message. Never imagine yourself hiking the Appalachian Trail, The Pacific Coast Trail, or The Salt Path? Great! Nicola Ross is an environmentalist, National Magazine Award–winning journalist, and the bestselling author of six Loops & Lattes hiking guides, with over 50,000 copies in print. She lives with her partner in Caledon, Ontari…

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‘Pearce Oysters’ explores the personal toll of history's most disastrous oil spill 1:38

5d ago1:38

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"Pearce Oysters," a new novel by Jocelyn Takacs, offers a better understanding of the interdependence of nature and man, and readers come away with a deeper respect for those who make their livings on the coast.By Suzanne Perez

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Karen Wyatt, MD: 7 Lessons From The Dying 41:11

8d ago41:11

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Hospice physician, Dr. Karen Wyatt has been widely recognized for her compassionate presence with patients and her deep understanding of the spiritual aspect of health, illness and dying. In this episode, Johanna Lunn talks with Hospice physician Dr Karen Wyatt about Seven Lessons for the Living from the Dying, a beautiful book about Dr Wyatt's ent…

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Liz Moore on her new novel, 'The God of the Woods' 16:35

1M ago16:35

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Beth Golay recently spoke with author Liz Moore about her new novel, "The God of the Woods."By Beth Golay

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Life and Times on the Farm: Barbara McLean's 50-year odyssey with sheep, nature, and change 31:56

12d ago31:56

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Send us a Text Message. Barbara McLean and her partner, Thomas, have a 50-year career overseeing their sheep farm, aptly titled Lambsquarters, in Ontario, Canada. Alongside the constancy of this farm’s work, Barbara is a spinner and weaver. She taught English and Gender Studies at Guelph University and has written 2 books about life on the farm: La…

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Liz Moore’s ‘The God of the Woods’ is the can’t-put-it-down summer read you’ve been craving 1:39

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Author Liz Moore weaves so much into her new 500-page novel, "The God of the Woods," including class struggles and family secrets. But it never feels confusing or overplotted.By Suzanne Perez

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Episode 43 Todmorden Country Fair 20:37

16d ago20:37

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Viv and Dave sit in their garden and chat about their afternoon at Todmorden Country Fair; the animals, charities and displays. Great fun, interesting people.By Dave Boardman

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Women Warriors: "Daughters of Shandong" by Eve Chung and "The Women" by Kristin Hannah 3:54

1M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels about women facing incredible uncertainty with grace, power, and fearlessness under staggering circumstances: Daughters of Shandong, by Eve Chung, and The Women, by Kristin Hannah. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Hot Summer Reads: "Come and Get It" by Kiley Reid and "Margo Has Money Troubles" by Rufi Thorpe 3:54

18d ago3:54

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Ah, summer. when if we are lucky, our work loads gets a little lighter, and our reading gets a little lighter, too. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new, not-so-terribly serious releases sure to help you enjoy a day at the beach or by the pool: Come and Get It, by Kiley Reid, and Margo Has Money Troubles, by Rufi Thorpe. See omny…

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Catherine Newman on her new novel, 'Sandwich' 16:57

19d ago16:57

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Beth Golay recently spoke with "Sandwich" author, Catherine Newman.By Beth Golay

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Soaring On Matriarchal Winds: Author and artist Mary Carroll Moore charts her second-act course. 35:09

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Send us a Text Message. Mary Carroll Moore is a bestselling and award-winning author of 14 books in three genres, including the PEN/Faulkner and Lambda Literary Awards nominated young adult novel, Qualities of Light. This is the prequel to A Woman's Guide to Search and Rescue. Her latest novel is Last Bets, a story of second chances, extra-sensory …

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With ‘Middle of the Night,’ Riley Sager offers a suburban thriller with plenty of twists and turns 1:35

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Sager is known for fast-paced thrillers with titles like Lock Every Door and Home Before Dark, and this one stays true to the formula. But it’s a formula that works.By Suzanne Perez

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Episode 42 Steve Hindle of the Bridestones Moor Project 22:34

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Viva and Dave chat with Steve Hindle, of the Bridestones moor community group aiming to restore Bridestones and moorland above Todmorden to its ancient state. This would involve the re introduction of various plant life and the enrichment of the local ecology while maintaining public access and educational opportunities. Yet more local people bring…

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A FIELD IN ENGLAND (Dir. Ben Wheatley) w Brendan Swift 1:14:00

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Welcome to episode 097 of Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to take a walk across the country, find the nearest ale house and watch out for nettle when taking a shit outside. We’re discussing Ben Wheatley’s A Field In England. Film synopsis During the English Civil War, a small group of deserters, including the lacemaker and alchemist's assistant, Whi…

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Claire Lombardo on her sophomore novel, 'Same As It Ever Was' 21:14

1M ago21:14

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Beth Golay recently spoke with "Same As It Ever Was" author, Claire Lombardo about capturing Julia’s voice throughout the decades and the challenges of writing a second novel following the success of her debut, "The Most Fun We Ever Had."By Beth Golay

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Are the Stars Out Tonight? Vermadel Nienstedt and the Crystal Coast Stargazers 26:48

26d ago26:48

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Send us a Text Message. Vermadel Nienstedt was raised in Beaufort, North Carolina. She and her husband Jimmy lived in Columbia, South Carolina for 30 years before returning to coastal North Carolina. In retirement, the pair have reinforced their love of the night skies. As a part of the Crystal Coast Stargazers, they help educate many groups and in…

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In ‘Margot’s Got Money Troubles,’ Rufi Thorpe explores motherhood and sex work 1:40

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"Margot's Got Money Troubles" by Rufi Thorpe tells the story of 20-year-old Margot Millet, the child of a Hooters waitress and an ex-pro wrestler, who gets knocked up by her community college English professor and decides to keep the baby.By Suzanne Perez

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Episode 41 Des Horsfall 33:22

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Des Horsfall discusses highlights of his career in music: solo and band work, working with Alexis Korner, collaborating with Pete Townshend of The Who and his Kuschty Rye project inspired by the post Small Faces and Faces work of bass player and songwriter Ronnie LaneBy Dave Boardman

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Stranger Things: "Real Life and Other Fictions" by Susan Coll and "The Husbands" by Holly Gramazio. 3:54

2M ago3:54

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new novels full of weird events, bizarre coincidences, and almost unbelievable outcomes: Real Life and Other Fictions, by Susan Coll, and The Husbands, by Holly Gramazio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Nicola Yoon on her new adult novel, 'One of Our Kind' 18:15

1M ago18:15

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Beth Golay recently spoke with "One of Our Kind' author, Nicola Yoon about Jasmyn’s complicated view of the world, the real-world issues discussed in the novel, and more.By Beth Golay

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Keep Moving!: Maria Fernandez with Older, Fitter, Stronger 28:56

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Send us a Text Message. Out of her own health challenges in her younger years, Maria Fernandez turned into the intentional path of greater health. For the past 18 years, she has been a Personal Trainer and Yoga teacher in the United Kingdom. She has a particular love for working with seniors in support of their own healthier lives. She now offers h…

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Nicola Yoon’s ‘One of Our Kind’ is a page-turning thriller set against a backdrop of racism 1:38

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KMUW book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "One of Our Kind" by Nicola Yoon is a fast-paced thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end.By Suzanne Perez

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Episode 40 Mica May of Stopcocks 32:04

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Viv chats to Mica May of women's plumbing company Stopcocks about the issues women face in skilled trades and the register of tradeswomen they have set up. More information online at Stopcocks.uk and 08008620010By Dave Boardman

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A Trio of Thrillers: "One of Our Kind" by Nicola Yoon, "Death in the Air" by Ram Murali, and "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore 3:53

2M ago3:53

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review three new thrillers: One of Our Kind, by Nicola Yoon, Death in the Air, by Ram Murali, and The God of the Woods, by Liz Moore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Sarah Gilmartin on her novel 'Service' 27:22

1M ago27:22

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Beth Golay spoke with "Service" author, Sarah Gilmartin about the rise of the Me Too movement in Ireland, writing from uncommon perspectives, and more.By Beth Golay

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The Legacy of Good People: Fred Surgeon's Dinosaurs Delight at the Sweet Valley Ranch 29:50

1M ago29:50

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Send us a Text Message. Fred Surgeon is a man of many talents, all driven by his late father's desire that Fred and his siblings be "good people." Through his extensive involvement in the community, in mental health services, and in environmental education, Fred and his wife Anita now head the Sweet Valley Ranch in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Thi…

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Episode 39 Dave chats with Andy's Man Club 22:59

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Outside the Ring O' Bells pub in Halifax Dave chats with Elliot and Andy from Andy's Man Club. The club was set up in response to the self inflicted death of Andy Roberts in Halifax in 2016. It exists to get men talking and supporting each other in dealing with life's issues. You don't have to be in crisis to go to an Andy's Man Club meeting, as on…

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New Gay Comic Novels from Stephen Rowley and Stephen McCauley 3:24

2M ago3:24

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On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two hot new, hotly anticipated gay comic novels: The Guncle Abroad, by Stephen Rowley, and You Only Call When You're In Trouble, by Stephen McCauley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WYPR Baltimore

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Yael van der Wouden on her debut novel, 'The Safekeep' 29:40

2M ago29:40

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Beth Golay recently spoke with "The Safekeep" author, Yael van der Wouden about Isabel’s relationship with her brothers, how the post World War II setting shapes the book, and more.By Beth Golay

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Steadying Roots: Hugh Willard reads a few essays from his book Finding Beauty in the Gray 20:38

2M ago20:38

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Send us a Text Message. Have you read Hugh's book, Finding Beauty in the Gray yet? Join us on the Aging Well: Finding Beauty in the Gray podcast as Hugh takes time to read a few essays from his book that speak to our need for self- and other-care through these angular, stressed times. If you've read Hugh's book, please do the kindness of writing an…

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Just in time for summer reading, here are some titles perfect for those sunny days 1:59

2M ago1:59

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Some books are just perfect for summer, like “Love & Saffron” by Kim Fey, or a food memoir like “Taste” by Stanley Tucci. Anything by Kevin Wilson works great, as do psychological thrillers like “The Push” or “The Whispers” by Ashley Audrain.By Suzanne Perez

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New Memoirs from Salmon Rushdie and Daniel Handler 3:42

2M ago3:42

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Sometimes, you think you know a lot about a favorite author, and then, they write a memoir. On this edition of The Weekly Reader, we review two new, revealing memoirs from a pair of famous writers: And Then? And Then? What Else?, by Daniel Handler and Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder, by Salman Rushdie. See omnystudio.com/listener for p…

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