
A podcast about the best nonfiction books hitting shelves today, hosted by journalist Rachel Burchfield.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 328 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooks | |||

We’ve got a special bonus episode of season 16 for you—I’m chatting with Erin Claire Jones, author of the new book How Do You Choose?: A Human Design Guide to What’s Best for You at Work, in Love, and in Life, which came out on May 13. I am big on se... more
As we close season 16, I have a guest today that goes all the way back to season one of the show—well, actually, for me personally he goes back way further than that, but more on that in a moment. Dr. Sparky Reardon was one of my very first guests on... more
The kickoff of college football, blessedly, is just around the corner, something I’ve been waiting for since January and the end of the last college football season. College football is jam-packed with rivalries, and one of the most heated among them... more
We’ve got a great episode for you today with Scott Ellsworth about his new book Midnight on the Potomac: The Last Year of the Civil War, the Lincoln Assassination, and the Rebirth of America, which is out July 15. I told Scott in today’s episode that... more
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I wanted to listen but I'm not interested in whats going on in your life. You kept interrupting him.
I just found this podcast. As an avid reader, I’m invariably looking for new books to read. Reading is a major hobby of mine. Rachel does a fantastic job interviewing her guests. I cannot wait to binge more episodes!! Please keep up the phenomenal job on this podcast, Rachel!!
Rachel is such an engaging interviewer and has a wide range of guests on her show! It’s definitely worth a listen!
I’m so excited to have found this podcast
I can’t wait to listen to all the amazing books and authors who will be reviewed
I have had the pleasure of listening to thi podcast since the beginning.
It never disappoints in content and variety.
It’s a hidden gem that I look forward to.
What an incredible array of books and guests are interviewed!
It’s exciting to see both host and guest exchanging excitement about reading.
Excellent!
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This podcast is a treasure trove for avid readers and those interested in contemporary nonfiction. It features engaging discussions with authors, exploring their latest works and the themes they tackle, ranging from personal growth and mental health to historical narratives and cultural critiques. The host skillfully navigates these conversations, blending insights with her own commentary, making it a rich listening experience for anyone looking to expand their reading lists and understanding of complex subjects. With a rotating array of guests, listeners can expect a dynamic exploration of literature that resonates with both personal and societal concerns.
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I'd Rather Be Reading launched 4 years ago and published 328 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on I'd Rather Be Reading include:
1. Dr. Sparky Reardon
2. Jay Busbee
3. Scott Ellsworth
4. Dr. Michael Norton
5. Nora Princiotti
6. Megan Hellerer
7. Dr. Judith Joseph
8. Sophie Gilbert
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