
Best-selling nonfiction authors in in-depth conversations about their books, ideas, and the issues shaping today’s world. New episodes drop every Saturday after 10 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that also brings you the Lectures in History and Q&A podcasts.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 381 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsArtsPoliticsBooks | |||

Newsmax host John Bachman talked about the 1983 U.S. invasion of the island of Grenada and the overthrow of its People's Revolutionary Government. This event was hosted by The Right Book Club in Palm Beach, Florida.
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Author Michael Kimmel discussed the first-generation Jewish American toymakers who manufactured now-famous children's toys, including the Teddy Bear and the Rubik's Cube. P&T Knitwear in New York hosts this event.
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Chuck Collins discussed his book Burned by Billionaires where he examines the impact of wealth concentration on society and politics. The event was hosted by Politics and Prose bookstore in Washington, D.C.
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Former U.S. Marine Trevor Reed discussed his 2019 arrest and imprisonment in Russia and his decision to volunteer in war against the Russians in Ukraine after his release. This event was hosted by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
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A long-running interview program features in-depth conversations with best-selling nonfiction authors and experts, focusing on their books, ideas, and the issues shaping today's world. Episodes span topics from geopolitics and public policy to science, technology, and culture, often pairing a strong authorial voice with informed hosts who guide the discussion. Noteworthy is the mix of historical, policy, and contemporary topics, plus a format that centers rigorous questions and reflective storytelling, making it a solid choice for listeners who want thoughtful, book-driven explorations of complex topics.
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