Book Club with Michael Smerconish
SiriusXMReading for Independent Minds. Unlike many author interviews, if Michael didn't actually read the book, you won't hear about it. If he read it, you'll hear it and you'll love it. Insights into a wide range of topics, including many titles you've probably never heard of. The perfect book is just one listen away.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 535 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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I like this podcast when I can hear it. Unfortunately, most of the episodes I’ve listened to have had terrible audio quality on the quests. They should have been able to figure out smooth audio by now.
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Canada3 months ago - Interview with a vanLier
When you choose to interview Tapper it’s the same as playing with pigs. You get muddy and realize you’re playing with a pig.
Sorry you put yourself in the role of joining Tapper and his lies. Was he lying when he said Biden just had a stutter and was sharp or is he lying now that he wishes he had covered the story?
Many good books out there with authors who have knowledge, integrity, and have done hard work. This book is the product of none of that.
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United Statesa year ago - New To Bookclub
I listen to Michael on SiriusXM, but only recently found the book club podcast. It is great! I put it on while I’m doing things around the house and just let it play one episode to the next. The variety I’m authors and topics is amazing.
Apple Podcasts5jkguhcdfUnited States2 years ago - Too rushed
Interviews are way too short. When he does actually have an interesting guest it’s over in no time.
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Apple Podcasts | #232 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #59 |  Ireland/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #125 |  Spain/Arts/Books |
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Apple Podcasts | #166 | Spain/Arts |
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What is Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show presents author interviews and book-oriented conversations anchored by a moderator who emphasizes prepared, book-first discussions. Episodes cover a wide spectrum of titles—from literary fiction to nonfiction exploring politics, culture, science, and society—often tying insights to current events and personal narratives. Listeners can expect thoughtful inquiries, a strong preference for guests who can illuminate ideas with evidence and storytelling, and a candid, no-nonsense style that favors substance over hype. A notable strength is the host's insistence on knowing whether a guest has actually read the book, which can lead to in-depth, insightful dialogue when preparations pay off. This makes it appealing to curious, intellectua... more
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1. The Smerconish Podcast
2. Smerconish on CNN
3. Real Time with Bill Maher
4. The Chris Cuomo Project
5. Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan
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Recent guests on Book Club include:
1. Melissa S. Kearney
2. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld
3. John Heilemann
4. Mark Halperin
5. Seth Davis
6. David Pogue
7. Christopher Kennedy Lawford
8. Bob Crawford
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