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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 391 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsEducation | |||

In this episode of Library Talks, the acclaimed Irish writer, Fintan O'Toole, delivers the annual Robert B. Silvers lecture.
The idea of greatness has infused politics across much of the globe in the last decade, from Brexit to Donald Trump's MAG... more
In this episode of Library Talks, acclaimed author Maile Chapman joins the podcast to discuss her first novel in fifteen years from acclaimed, The Spoil.
As a young girl growing up on the outskirts of Tacoma in the 1970s, Mandy is preoccupied by ... more
In this episode of Library Talks, The historian and bass player for The Avett Brothers, Bob Crawford revisits the life of John Quincy Adams in his book America's Founding Son. Adams was born nine years before the signing of the Declaration of Indepe... more
In this episode of Library Talks, Author Daisy Hernández explores one of the most contested questions in contemporary American life: who belongs. Hernández is joined in discussion with journalist Jia Lynn Yang.
Citizenship: Notes on an American M... more
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Exploring the intersection of literature, culture, and contemporary issues, engaging conversations with a range of guests, including authors, activists, and cultural commentators form the core of this audio experience. Episodes cover a diverse array of topics such as the impact of historical figures in civil rights movements, adaptations of classic literature, the evolution of public health, and pressing societal concerns around economic inequality and personal narratives tied to broader cultural events. The unique perspective offered by guests often connects historical context with modern implications, making the discussions not only intellectually enriching but also socially relevant.
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