Beatles Books
Joe WisbeyA podcast that chats to a wide variety of Beatle authors and writers. What inspired them to add their entry into a library of over 1000 books? If you like the pod then please consider a tiny thank you at buymeacoffee.com/beatlesbooks?fbclid=IwdGRjcAR81ZJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeRi_yVkKQ9Vqp_ECRXAAZRuciUkFgUU0HXqDUUCt6PgKcWtvG-jJBVEKCByI_aem_cS6N0eeZWM1BLMLnjJA9pA
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsMusic | |||
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My guests for this episode are Amelia Davis and Joel Selvin who are here to discuss their work on 'Live at Candlestick Park 1966' a book which collates Jim Marshall's incredible backstage and on stage pictures of The Beatles final concert at Candlest... more
For this episode I'm joined by Spencer Leigh to discuss his memoir '80 @ 80'.
Spencer was a first generation Beatles fan from Liverpool who began making programmes for BBC Radio Merseyside in the mid 70's. He amassed a huge library of interviews wit... more
My guest today is Jim Windolf, who joins me to discuss 'Where The Music Had to Go - How Bob Dylan and The Beatles Changed Each Other - and the World'.
Jim's book looks at the entwining careers of two of the 20th Century's most important musical arti... more
My guest today is the writer, broadcaster and journalist, Samira Ahmed, who joins me to discuss her BFI Film Classics book on The Beatles first film, 'A Hard Day's Night'.
Drawing on her own experience of first discovering the film as a child and go... more
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- Brilliant podcast
Joe is a great host, asks his guests the right questions and provides a fascinating insight into this fab band
Apple Podcasts5Gresh64
United Kingdom3 months ago - Great resource for Beatles fans
Fantastic show with in depth, thoughtful interviews—a joy to listen to
Apple Podcasts5Robert, M.D.
United States3 months ago - What a great show
I’m a Beatles nerd and a book nerd and this podcast is great! I learn about books I didn’t know existed and get to hear Beatles scholars reflect about and sometimes reassess the classic narratives we’ve heard a million times before. Fresh angles and a lovely host. Just wish the episodes were longer!
Apple Podcasts5Aleco7United States5 months ago - I love this podcast
Thank you for this brilliant podcast
Apple Podcasts5LivingbrainUnited Kingdom5 months ago - 100 Books
Great episode, and you reminded me to pick up the Deirdre Kelly book. I’ve probably bought at least 20 books thru this essential podcast. Cheers Joe
Apple Podcasts5LastpartyUnited Kingdom5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #238 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #59 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #163 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #248 |  Australia/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #82 |  Norway/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #95 |  Ireland/Arts/Books |
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A conversation-driven show that frequently features authors and scholars who explore The Beatles, their era, and related music culture. Each episode centers on a book or a scholarly angle—biographies, cultural history, industry dynamics, and the band's broader impact—often including behind-the-scenes anecdotes and deep-dive analysis. The tone is respectful, thoughtful, and geared toward listeners who enjoy well-researched perspectives, archival stories, and fresh takes on familiar narratives. Noteworthy elements include a focus on primary-source research, first-hand accounts from insiders, and a consistent emphasis on letting guests articulate their narratives with depth and nuance, rather than chasing hot takes. The format, guest roster, a... more
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1. Spencer Leigh
2. Jim Windolf
3. Samira Ahmed
4. Gary Astridge
5. Dan Absher
6. Mark Lewisohn
7. Peter Ames Carlin
8. Yvonne Ines
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