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C-SPAN Bookshelf

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Campus Free Speech
Wall Street Journal
Samuel Adams
Benjamin Franklin
Cleopatra
Purdue University
The Revolutionary Samuel Adams
First Amendment
Joshua Wright
Brody Mullins
Student Protests
Capitalism
Antitrust Law
Corporate Influence
World War II
Harvard University
Government Regulation
George Mason University
Reading Promotion

The C-SPAN Bookshelf podcast feed makes it easy for you to listen to all of the C-SPAN podcast episodes about nonfiction books. Each week we gather episodes from the different C-SPAN podcasts that feature authors talking about history, biography, current events, and culture to make it easier to discover the episodes and listen. If you like nonfiction books, follow this podcast feed so you never mi... more

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New York Times Magazine staff writer Jonathan Mahler talked about the 1980s forces, events, and characters that defined and shaped New York City. His book features Donald Trump, Spike Lee, Rudy Giuliani , Ed Koch, and Al Sharpton - and highlights New... more

"The Trillion Dollar War Machine" is the name of the book. The co-authors are William Hartung and Ben Freeman. They both do work for the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, a think tank in Washington, D.C. It's a nonprofit research organizat... more

Gary Walters has served seven U.S. presidents and their families at the White House from 1970-2007, first as a member of the Secret Service and later as an usher. He served as White House Chief Usher from 1986-2007, the longest in U.S. history. Mr. W... more

Baseball hall of famer Cal Ripken Jr. joins David M. Rubenstein to discussed his legendary career and his work as a bestselling author, and gave viewers a tour of memorabilia from his decades in baseball.

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Recent Guests

Gary Walters
Former Chief Usher of the White House
Episode: Q&A: Gary Walters, "White House Memories 1970-2007"
Rita Dove
Pulitzer Prize winner and former US poet laureate, author of several poetry collections including 'Playlist for the Apocalypse'
Episode: ABC: Pulitzer Prize Winner Rita Dove on Poetry and American History
Alexandra Churchill
British historian and author, specializing in the First World War
Episode: BN+: Alexandra Churchill, "Ring of Fire"
Charles Ferguson
Former Chaplain of Camp David and author
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Episode: Q&A: Charles Ferguson, "Presidential Seclusion"
Kenneth Vogel
Reporter for The New York Times, author of Devils' Advocates.
The New York Times
Episode: BN+: Kenneth Vogel, "Devils' Advocates"
Akhil Reed Amar
Yale Constitutional Law Professor and Author
Yale University
Episode: BN+: Constitutional Scholar Akhil Reed Amar on America’s Equality Story
Jim Clyburn
Congressman from South Carolina and author of 'The First Eight'
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Q&A: Rep. James Clyburn on “The First Eight” and the Rise of Black Political Leadership
Walter Isaacson
Bestselling biographer of Albert Einstein, Steve Jobs, Benjamin Franklin and Elon Musk
Episode: ABC: Walter Isaacson on the Minds That Shape Our Modern World
William Arthur Galston
Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, columnist for the Wall Street Journal.
Brookings Institution
Episode: BN+: William Galston, "Anger, Fear, Domination"

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Stop the ads!

    The ads have completely ruined my listening experience. They are so disruptive and highly annoying

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jennifer in Nyc
    United States9 months ago
  • Patrick Kennedy episode

    Kennedy says 53 million people died of AIDS yearly. That’s absurd. Interviewer doesn’t challenge him on it, so I turned it off

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    LisJoKiHa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Carlos Lozada Interview

    Many important questions were not asked :

    How many books he reads every year?

    How did he got interested in reading political books?

    Give us names of your top 3 favorite political books.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GiveMeRealNewz
    United States2 years ago

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Some reviewers express concerns about the frequency and effectiveness of advertising during episodes, which can detract from their overall enjoyment.
Feedback suggests that while the conversations are intellectually stimulating, some episodes lack challenging questions, leading to perceived missed opportunities for deeper discussion.
Listeners appreciate the focus on nonfiction literature, citing it as a valuable resource for discovering and exploring new books.

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BN+: John Ferling, "Shots Heard Round the World"
Q: How many patriots served in the Continental Army?
Around 100,000 joined the Continental Army, with estimates including militia forces raising that number considerably.
BN+: John Ferling, "Shots Heard Round the World"
Q: What is a loyalist?
A loyalist was someone who remained loyal to Britain and refused to support the revolution.
BN+: John Ferling, "Shots Heard Round the World"
Q: What comes to your mind when you think of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution?
The Declaration of Independence and its legacy of natural rights are what come to mind first.
Cal Ripken Jr.: Baseball Iron Man on 2,632 Consecutive Games and His Hall of Fame Career
Q: So do you watch baseball a lot on television now? Do you watch the World Series?
No, I mean, you know, in my life, maybe I'll give context to my life.
Q&A: Enes Kanter Freedom Discusses His Memoir and Global Human Rights Advocacy
Q: Did you take money in Turkey to play basketball?
Freedom explained that he did not directly take money, as all payments were under his father's name since he was underage.

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This podcast serves as a rich repository for nonfiction literature, highlighting discussions with authors across various genres such as history, biography, and contemporary events. Each episode features engaging conversations that delve into the authors' insights on their works and the broader cultural contexts they address. Notably, the dialogue often crosses into political themes, reflecting on how literature can shape and inform public discourse. For those passionate about nonfiction storytelling, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the minds behind influential books, making it an invaluable resource for readers and thinkers alike.

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Recent guests on C-SPAN Bookshelf include:

1. Gary Walters
2. Rita Dove
3. Alexandra Churchill
4. Charles Ferguson
5. Kenneth Vogel
6. Akhil Reed Amar
7. Jim Clyburn
8. Walter Isaacson

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