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  • S10 E47: Susan Orlean, Ruchika T. Malhotra, and Natan Last

    S10 E47: Susan Orlean, Ruchika T. Malhotra, and Natan Last
    Nov 18 2025
    In this episode, meet journalist Susan Orlean, inclusion strategist and speaker Ruchika T. Malhotra, and researcher and crossword constructor Natan Last. Listen in as Susan Orlean shares how orchid enthusiasts in Florida inspired her to write her book, Ruchika T. Malhotra reflect on why the last chapter was her favorite to record, and Natan Last on the more intimate side of crossword puzzles and how they’ve served as a source of comfort and connection for so many people. The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/124844/the-orchid-thief-by-susan-orlean/9798217294756/ Uncompete by Ruchika T. Malhotra https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/753092/uncompete-by-ruchika-t-malhotra/9798217163847/ Across the Universe by Natan Last https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/723796/across-the-universe-by-natan-last/9798217165407/
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    15 min
  • S10 E46: Laura Lynne Jackson, Matt Cooke, and Tracy Dalgleish

    S10 E46: Laura Lynne Jackson, Matt Cooke, and Tracy Dalgleish
    Nov 11 2025
    In this episode, meet psychic medium Laura Lynne Jackson, manifestation coach and speaker Matt Cooke, and clinical psychologist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish. Hear Laura Lynne Jackson discuss how she prepared to record her audiobook, Matt Cooke share his excitement for listeners to hear his personal stories with manifesting, and Dr. Tracy Dalgleish talk about the lack of resources available to help daughters-in-law build healthy relationships with their mothers-in-law and spouses. Guided by Laura Lynne Jackson https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/735734/guided-by-laura-lynne-jackson/audio/ Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/773553/beyond-wanting-by-matt-cooke/audio/ You, Your Husband, and His Mother by Tracy Dalgleish https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/780894/you-your-husband-and-his-mother-by-dr-tracy-dalgleish/audio/
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    13 min
  • S10 E45: Anastasia Soare, Sarah Goodyear, Doug Gordon, and Lori G. Melton

    S10 E45: Anastasia Soare, Sarah Goodyear, Doug Gordon, and Lori G. Melton
    Nov 4 2025
    In this episode, meet CEO & founder of beauty brand Anastasia Beverly Hills, Anastasia Soare, co-hosts of The War on Cars podcast Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon, and host of the Sanctuary Stirrings podcast, Lori G. Melton. Tune in to hear Anastasia Soare talk about what inspired her to write her book and how she hopes to empower others, Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon on the negative impact of cars on our society, and Lori G. Melton on why she chose to narrate her audiobook. Raising Brows by Anastasia Soare: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/776754/raising-brows-by-anastasia-soare/audio Life After Cars by Sarah Goodyear, Doug Gordon, and Aaron Naparstek: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/757609/life-after-cars-by-sarah-goodyear-doug-gordon-and-aaron-naparstek/audio Journey with a Giant by Lori G. Melton: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/764110/journey-with-a-giant-by-lori-g-melton/audio
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    18 min
  • S10 E44: Pam Grossman, Jenna Moreci, and Cas Holman

    S10 E44: Pam Grossman, Jenna Moreci, and Cas Holman
    Oct 28 2025
    In this episode, meet host of The Witch Wave podcast Pam Grossman, writer Jenna Moreci, and designer Cas Holman. Tune in to hear Pam Grossman speak about how magical techniques can support creativity, Jenna Moreci share which audiobook helped her turn off her inner editor, and Cas Holman reflect on the importance of reconnecting with our playful selves. Magic Maker by Pam Grossman: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/753978/magic-maker-by-pam-grossman/audio How to Write Romantasy by Jenna Moreci: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/777856/how-to-write-romantasy-by-jenna-moreci/audio Playful by Cas Holman: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/736596/playful-by-cas-holman-with-lydia-denworth/audio
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    20 min
  • S10 E43: Mariann Edgar Budde, Angela Buchdahl, and Joyce Vance

    S10 E43: Mariann Edgar Budde, Angela Buchdahl, and Joyce Vance
    Oct 21 2025
    In this episode, meet American Episcopal prelate Mariann Edgar Budde, rabbi Angela Buchdahl, and former U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Alabama Joyce Vance. Hear Mariann Edgar Budde reflect on how our most courageous experiences are shaped in youth, Angela Buchdahl share her excitement for readers to learn about Korean and Jewish history, and Joyce Vance explain why the civil rights movement in Alabama is deeply personal to her. We Can Be Brave (YA Edition) by Mariann Edgar Budde https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/804322/we-can-be-brave-by-mariann-edgar-budde-with-bryan-bliss/9798217171859/ Heart of a Stranger by Angela Buchdal https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/697350/heart-of-a-stranger-by-angela-buchdahl/9798217163793/ Giving Up is Unforgivable by Joyce Vance https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/801635/giving-up-is-unforgivable-by-joyce-vance/9798217169337/
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    12 min
  • S10 E42: Julian Brave NoiseCat, Dominic Hoffman, and Na'kuset

    S10 E42: Julian Brave NoiseCat, Dominic Hoffman, and Na'kuset
    Oct 14 2025
    In this episode, meet writer and filmmaker Julian Brave NoiseCat, actor, playwright, and audiobook narrator Dominic Hoffman, and Indigenous activist Na’Kuset. Listen to Julian Brave NoiseCat highlight the use of endangered native languages throughout his novel, hear Dominic Hoffman share his experience reading and narrating his own work, and hear Na’Kuset delve into the documentary that inspired the creation of I Am My Name. We Survived the Night by Julian Brave NoiseCat https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688144/we-survived-the-night-by-julian-brave-noisecat/9780593320785/ Late Rehearsals by Dominic Hoffman https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/804965/late-rehearsals-by-dominic-hoffman/ I Am My Name by Na'kuset and Judith Henderson https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721401/i-am-my-name-by-nakuset-and-judith-henderson-illustrated-by-onedove/9798217156931/
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    15 min
  • S10 E41: Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman, Beth Macy, and Dr. Ben Rein

    S10 E41: Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman, Beth Macy, and Dr. Ben Rein
    Oct 7 2025
    In this episode, meet researcher Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman, journalist Beth Macy, and neuroscientist Dr. Ben Rein. Hear Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman discuss why “Tokens” was her favorite chapter to record, Beth Macy on reporting the cultural and political shifts in her small town, and Dr. Ben Rein on the impacts isolation has on brain function and overall health. The Double Tax by Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/734115/the-double-tax-by-anna-gifty-opoku-agyeman-foreword-by-chelsea-clinton/9798217163656/ Paper Girl by Beth Macy https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739927/paper-girl-by-beth-macy/9798217163564/ Why Brains Need Friends by Dr. Ben Rein https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/761227/why-brains-need-friends-by-ben-rein-phd/9798217161058/
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    17 min
  • S10 E40: Eleanor Hamby and Sandra Hazelip, Kevin Fredericks, and Josh Malerman

    S10 E40: Eleanor Hamby and Sandra Hazelip, Kevin Fredericks, and Josh Malerman
    Sep 30 2025
    In this episode, meet world-travelling octogenarians Eleanor Hamby and Sandra Hazelip, comedian and KevOnStage Studios founder Kevin Fredericks, and writer and musician Josh Malerman. Hear Eleanor Hamby and Sandra Hazelip on the power of travel and aging with “grace and adventure” all over the world, Kevin Fredericks on what he’s most excited for listeners to hear, and Josh Malerman on finding the rhythm in audiobook recording. Here We Go by Eleanor Hamby and Dr. Sandra Hazelip: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/753976/here-we-go-by-eleanor-hamby-and-dr-sandra-hazelip-with-elisa-petrini/audio/ Successful Failure by Kevin Fredericks: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/752158/successful-failure-by-kevin-fredericks/audio Watching Evil Dead by Josh Malerman: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/783050/watching-evil-dead-by-josh-malerman/audio/
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    16 min