It Was A Book First is a weekly podcast about new book-to-screen adaptations. Hosted by culture reporters and former colleagues Sophie Vershbow and Rudi Greenberg, IWABF dissects the TV and film adaptations everyone is talking about, what you’ll be reading and watching next, and the business behind what actually makes it off the page.
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The Bookshelf Chronicles
Welcome to “The Bookshelf Chronicles,” the podcast that takes you on an exciting literary adventure through the world of books! Join us as we dive deep into the pages of captivating novels, explore thought-provoking non-fiction, and discover hidden gems from all genres.
Each episode of “The Bookshelf Chronicles” is a delightful journey through the literary landscape, where our passionate hosts bring you engaging book reviews, author interviews, and insightful discussions. Whether you’re a dedicated bookworm, a casual reader, or just looking for your next great read, this podcast has something for everyone.
Our hosts are avid readers and skilled reviewers, dedicated to sharing their love for literature with our listeners. They provide thoughtful and balanced critiques of both well-known bestsellers and lesser-known indie titles, offering honest opinions and expert analysis. You’ll find recommendations for books that will stir your emotions, challenge your perspectives, and transport you to different worlds.
“The Bookshelf Chronicles” also features exclusive interviews with acclaimed authors, giving you an inside look at their creative processes, inspirations, and the stories behind their books.
Whether you’re a fan of literary fiction, mystery, science fiction, fantasy, romance, or any other genre, our podcast introduces you to authors who will capture your imagination.
Join us every week as we embark on a literary adventure together, celebrating the magic of books and the power of storytelling. Subscribe to “The Bookshelf Chronicles” and make every reading experience even more enriching and enjoyable. Whether you’re commuting, cooking, or simply relaxing, let us be your companions on this thrilling journey through the world of literature.
So grab your favorite book, a cozy spot to relax, and tune in to “The Bookshelf Chronicles” for your weekly dose of literary inspiration. We can’t wait to share our love of books with you and help you discover your next great read!
Jeselnik Book Club
Anthony Jeselnik wants you to read books.
In Jeselnik Book Club, Anthony shares his obsessive passion for the benefits of reading literature—with contagious results. Every week, Anthony will discuss modern literary gossip and question popular culture with a series of guests, ranging from authors to celebrities, friends, and guests from your favorite Ringer podcasts.
Tune in to Jeselnik Book Club because you love to read or because you want to become a better, smarter, more beautiful person.
Machine Gods
The official podcast of the singularity. News, analysis, and interviews with the people who are building the AI future. New episodes twice weekly starting the week of October 19th, wherever you get your podcasts and at youtube.com/@machinegodspod
History’s Greatest Mysteries
A History Channel original podcast brought to you by Rewind Studios, History’s Greatest Mysteries examines the top theories surrounding the world’s most enigmatic unsolved mysteries. Each episode unpacks these puzzles with contributions from top historians, authors, scientists, and researchers. From unsolved crimes to lost and buried treasures, and the deaths and disappearances of famous figures, History’s Greatest Mysteries explores possible explanations to some of the world’s most confounding events.
History’s Greatest Mysteries is a History Channel original podcast brought to you by Rewind Studios. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow wherever you get your podcasts.
Not Just A Terrible Story
When Stacie Love married her former high school teacher, she thought it was a whirlwind romance. Two decades later, she discovered the truth behind the day their lives unraveled: a federal search, an unseen investigation, and a story far darker than she ever knew. Not Just A Terrible Story is a six-part investigation into one woman’s search for the truth, the scourge of alleged educator sexual misconduct, and a culture of complicity that protected predators for decades.
The ManFlu | Exploring Gender Dynamics, Partnerships & Raising Boys Who Care
You’ve heard of the “ManFlu” — that mysterious illness that somehow hits men way harder than any woman could ever fathom. Well, we’re not handing out tissues. We’re here to talk about the real stuff underneath it: the disconnection, the imbalance, and how we can start to change it.
The ManFlu is a metaphor we use to dig into something deeper: the cultural scripts, gender roles, and unspoken rules that keep men sidelined and leave women carrying more than their share of the mental and emotional load.
Host Lucy McAfee has spent years studying how gender dynamics play out at home. As a wife and boy mom, she’s still working them out in her own family. Each week, The ManFlu brings together researchers, thinkers, and families themselves to explore emotional labor, modern partnerships, and how we raise more connected boys. Together, we examine why these patterns persist, how they affect families, and the practical shifts that build stronger partnerships today and help break old patterns for the next generation. You’ll leave each episode not just nodding along, but equipped with one small shift you can try at home.
Join us to lighten the load and build a future where women and men can both show up as their whole selves. New episodes drop every Wednesday, follow the show so you don’t miss one. And share it with your friends, because no one should have to face the ManFlu epidemic alone.
Follow Lucy on Instagram @lucypmcafee for more on gender dynamics, mental and emotional load, and raising boys who care.
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On The Line with Jim Pyne
On the Line with Jim Pyne brings you authentic conversations with the leaders shaping sports, business, and entertainment.
Hosted by former NFL player, coach, executive, entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of PLS Aviation, Jim Pyne draws on decades of relationships to explore leadership, winning cultures, entrepreneurship, resilience, and the experiences that define extraordinary careers.
From championship coaches and elite athletes to CEOs and innovators, each episode delivers candid insights and practical lessons from people who have performed at the highest levels.
Leadership. Relationships. Success.
House of Troy
House of Troy is a new podcast from LA Times Studios tracing the rise and fall of USC football, from coach Pete Carroll’s back-to-back national titles in the 2000s, to the Reggie Bush scandal, to the series of missteps that followed. It’ll feature exclusive interviews with coaches, players, and USC officials who saw it all up close — and shine new light on how a college football dynasty came undone.
The Chad Durfee Show
For Those Ready to Lead, Adapt, and Build a Bigger Life
The Chad Durfee Show is an unfiltered look into the minds, stories, and experiences of the people shaping business, culture, leadership, and life.
Through honest conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, creators, athletes, and high performers, we explore what drives success, how people navigate adversity, and the lessons worth carrying forward.
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