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One Nightstand
A literary interview show where celebrities discuss their four favorite books in depth with host Charlotte Owen.
The Book Case
Two hosts explore diverse book genres through author interviews and bookstore conversations to help listeners discover new reads.
PlasticPills Critical Theory & Philosophy
A group of PhDs discuss critical theory, philosophy, culture, and politics with irreverent commentary.
Walking With Dante
A guided passage-by-passage exploration of Dante’s Divine Comedy, its language, history, and lasting significance.
Narrative Damage
Authors play tabletop RPGs such as Call of Cthulhu and The One Ring, creating stories and interviewing game designers between sessions.
The Lorehounds
Three hosts analyze the lore, themes, and storytelling of popular TV shows and movies with deep dives and passionate discussion.
Amazing Spider-Talk: A Spider-Man Podcast
Two Spider-Man fans explore the character's comics, movies, games, and collectibles.
In Deep Geek
Analyzes fantasy works like Lord of the Rings and A Song of Ice and Fire in depth, covering books and screen adaptations.
Horror Makes Us Happy
Explores horror fandom by examining guests' lifelong influences and their connections to the genre.
Mythic Mind
Discusses literature, philosophy, and myth to explore the soul, virtue, and the Christian imagination.
In Your Spare Time: From the Blog of Ursula K. Le Guin
Readers perform weekly selections from Ursula K. Le Guin’s blog, bringing her reflective writings to life.
Reading Smut
Hosts discuss romance and erotica books, analyzing popular tropes and the cultural appeal of sexy literature.
The Bookshelf Chronicles
Explores how stories evolve when adapted from books, comics, and games into films, TV shows, and anime across global cultures.
Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer
A deep dive into middle-out economics and the shift away from trickle-down policies, featuring leading thinkers and policy experts.
Gals Guide
Each week, hosts discuss a historical woman, sharing stories and insights in a casual, conversational format.
The Chris Hedges Report
Interviews with authors, journalists, and cultural figures on history, politics, and war.
Thoughts from a Page Podcast
A book columnist discusses new releases and author interviews to help listeners discover their next read.
The Good Life France podcast
Explores French culture, history, gastronomy, and travel destinations with warmth and humor.
Writers on Writing: A Weekly Podcast for Writers, Readers, & Book Lovers
A weekly podcast exploring the art and business of writing, hosted by Barbara DeMarco-Barrett and Marrie Stone.
LPN Deep Dives: Crescent City
Two hosts analyze the Sarah J. Maas fantasy series Crescent City with detailed episode breakdowns and thematic discussions.
Book Club with Michael Smerconish
Michael Smerconish discusses books he has personally read, covering a range of topics and lesser-known titles.
The Newest Olympian
A first-time reader explores the Percy Jackson books and Riordanverse with fan insights, plot analysis, and Greek mythology deep dives.
No Country for Old Women
Two writers explore modern womanhood with humor and honesty.
The History of Literature
A deep dive into world literature, exploring great works from ancient epics to modern classics.
Weird Science Marvel Comics Weekly Review Shows
A weekly review show focused on Marvel comics, particularly X-Men, offering honest discussions about comic book storylines and issues.
Magick & Alchemy
Explores witchcraft, divination, mythology, and magick for modern practitioners and earth-spirited listeners.
Take Four Books
An author discusses their latest book and the three influential texts that shaped their writing.
Otherppl with Brad Listi: Books & Culture
In-depth conversations with authors about literature, writing, publishing, and pop culture.
The Comics Canon
Two critics examine landmark comic book stories to determine which deserve a place in the medium's essential canon.
Reading Glasses
Two authors share practical tips and humorous advice for improving your reading habits and solving common book lover problems.
Grandma Kerri’s Sleepy Time Classics
A grandmother reads classic novels like Anne of Green Gables and Pride and Prejudice to help listeners relax and unwind.
The Waterstones Podcast
Authors discuss the stories behind their books in conversations that go beyond the page.
