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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 370 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsEducation | |||

In this episode of Library Talks, Irin Carmon speaks with Melissa Murray about her new book Unbearable. In Unbearable, Irin Carmon draws on the history and politics of reproduction, showing how the American story of pregnancy has long been incomplet... more
In this episode of Library Talks, Author Francesca Wade, joins Library Talks to discuss her new book Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife she is joined by fellow author Brenda Wineapple who's most recent book is national bestseller, Keeping the Faith: God, ... more
In this episode of Library Talks, Ray D. Madoff, a professor at Boston College Law School, talks about her new book The Second Estate which lifts the veil on the 7,000-page tax code that has created two Americas. In one America, "millions of working... more
In this episode of Library Talks, Cheryl McKissack Daniel—fifth-generation leader of the nation's oldest Black-owned design and construction services firm, sits down with multimedia mogul Charlamagne Tha God to discuss her family's extraordinary 200... more
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Exploring a wide array of cultural and literary topics, this podcast brings together writers, artists, and thought leaders for engaging discussions that often highlight significant literary works and social issues. Episodes frequently feature deep dives into subjects such as accessibility, identity, activism, the intricacies of the publishing process, and the impact of education, making it a vital platform for diverse voices. The unique focus on the intersection of art, culture, and advocacy provides listeners with a rich tapestry of intellectual dialogue, aimed at enhancing understanding of contemporary societal issues through a literary lens.
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