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C-SPAN Bookshelf

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

Lee Bollinger
Author of University A Reckoning; former president of Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: Q&A: Lee Bollinger Discusses University: A Reckoning and Academic Freedom in America
Trevor Reed
Former U.S. Marine, prisoner in Russia, author of Retribution
Former US Marine, Memoir author
Episode: AW: A Former US Marine's Journey from Russian Prison to the Ukrainian War
Josh Ireland
Author of The Death of Trotsky
Author
Episode: BN+: Josh Ireland, "The Death of Trotsky"
Gavin Newsom
California Governor, author of Young Man in a Hurry
Office of the Governor of California
Episode: Q&A: Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA), "Young Man in a Hurry"
Richard John Neuhaus
Author, theologian, priest; founder of the Institute on Religion and Public Life
Institute on Religion and Public Life / First Things
Episode: BN+: Richard John Neuhaus, "As I Lay Dying"
Steve Israel
Former congressman, author, and bookstore owner
The Einstein Conspiracy author; Theodore's Books, Oyster Bay
Episode: Q&A: Steve Israel Explores Espionage and Science in The Einstein Conspiracy
Beronda Montgomery
Biologist and author, speaker on black botanical legacy
Episode: AW: America's Black Botanical Legacy
Wil Haygood
Author and journalist, known for his work covering race and social issues.
Author of The War Within a War
Episode: Q&A: Wil Haygood Explores Race, Conflict, and the Vietnam War in The War Within a War
David Morris
Journalist and author of 'Stealing the Future'
Episode: AW: Sam Bankman-Fried, Elite Fraud, and the Cult of Techno-Utopia

Hosts

Brian Lamb
Host of C-SPAN Bookshelf
Peter Slen
Host of Q&A Podcast

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

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    Jennifer in Nyc
    United Statesa year 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
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    LisJoKiHa
    United States2 years 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
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    GiveMeRealNewz
    United States2 years ago

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Critics have expressed dissatisfaction with certain aspects of the production quality, mentioning that it can be inconsistent across episodes.
Some find the focus on nonfiction literature refreshing, providing new perspectives on familiar historical and cultural topics.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth conversations with authors, noting the informative and engaging nature of the discussions.

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Q&A: Lee Bollinger Discusses University: A Reckoning and Academic Freedom in America
Q: How does funding affect university autonomy?
Bollinger warns that federal funding, while crucial for research, can become an existential trap if it is used to press for control over admissions and faculty decisions, undermining academic independence.
Q&A: Lee Bollinger Discusses University: A Reckoning and Academic Freedom in America
Q: Is inviting controversial speakers like Ahmadinejad compatible with university ideals?
He defends the decision as consistent with free speech and academic inquiry, arguing that such invitations should be met with rigorous challenges and debates to test ideas rather than suppress them.
Q&A: Lee Bollinger Discusses University: A Reckoning and Academic Freedom in America
Q: What does a university president do?
Bollinger explains that a president shepherds an institution dedicated to discovering, preserving, and educating, ensuring the mission aligns with academic values and societal duties, while leading a complex ecosystem of faculty, students, and resources.
BN+: Josh Ireland, "The Death of Trotsky"
Q: How did Stalin get rid of Trotsky directly?
Stalin undermined Trotsky both within the Soviet government and publicly, aligning with Lenin's memory to delegitimize Trotsky, sacking his followers, suppressing his speeches, and ultimately forcing him into exile and removal from power.
BN+: Josh Ireland, "The Death of Trotsky"
Q: How did Trotsky get money when he lived in Mexico City?
He relied on bestselling books, journalism, donations from wealthy supporters, and a late-life project to write a biography of Stalin, which was financially necessary even if he wasn't enthusiastic about it.

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A podcast focusing on nonfiction literature, it features conversations with authors on topics such as history, biography, current events, and cultural issues. Each episode showcases interviews with writers who delve into the themes of their books, providing insight and context into their work. This podcast likely appeals to listeners who are avid readers, particularly of nonfiction, and those interested in the intersections of literature with societal issues, politics, and historical narratives. It serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to broaden their understanding of contemporary literature in these fields.

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1. Lee Bollinger
2. Trevor Reed
3. Josh Ireland
4. Gavin Newsom
5. Richard John Neuhaus
6. Steve Israel
7. Beronda Montgomery
8. Wil Haygood

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