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Zibby Owens
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In my daily show, I interview today’s latest, bestselling, buzziest, or underrated authors whose work I think is worth your time -- in 30 minutes or less. As a bookstore owner, publisher, author and (obviously) podcaster, I get a comprehensive look at everything that’s coming out and spend my time curating the best books so you don’t have to. Stay in the know, get insider insights, and connect wit... more

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I’m hooked. Somehow, I’d never read Elizabeth Day’s books until her latest, One of Us, a smart look at relationships, cancel culture, and more. I enjoyed her writing so much that I ordered her backlist. Elizabeth hosts the popular podcast “How to Fai... more

Who knew?!! Well, apparently, senior correspondent for CBS News Norah O’Donnell did. In her book, We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America, the stories of many unknown — and some well-known — are brought to the surface. The story of the U.S... more

Author Charleen Hurtubise paints a picture of a woman reinvented. We meet Saoirse on an airplane, faking her identity with a friend’s passport, on her way to start over entirely overseas. Why? You’ll find out. Art plays a central role in Saoirse’s ne... more

Sometimes you just click with someone. By the end of my in-person interview with Israeli poet Rachel Tzvia Back, we were hugging — having laughed, cried, and truly connected in just 30 minutes. Why? Because she’s awesome, yes, but also because her me... more

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Dr. Jennifer Reid
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Episode: Losing the Guilt with Dr. Jennifer Reid
Francesca Fontana
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Episode: Family Secrets Unearthed in The Family Snitch
Gillian Deacon
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Dan Senor
Co-author of 'The Genius of Israel' and 'Startup Nation', political advisor and podcaster.
Episode: How Systems and Customs in Israel Create Unity with Dan Senor
Suzy Ultman
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Matt Fogelson
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Host

Zibby Owens
Host of a daily show focusing on interviews with bestselling and emerging authors, providing insights into their works and the literary landscape.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 798 ratings
  • Trump supporters

    Not please to see she had Josie Balka on, who is part of a Trump supporting breeding cult. Absolutely not someone who needs a platform.

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    JessPie1994
    United Statesa month ago
  • Laura Dave

    Collaborating with Jennifer Garner?? How disappointing.

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    Hope 4 Future
    United States2 months ago
  • Yikes

    Having a guest on and not even saying their name correctly is interview 101. Embarrassing and rude.

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    AmandaB20
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Guests

    I’ve enjoyed the guests but wish they were the ones reading the excerpts from their works rather than Zibby. Also the giggles and “gushing” over the guests sometimes overshadows Zibby’s serious questions about their writing.

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    Ali&Blues
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    I have discovered many new books via this podcast. Thanks Zibby!

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    SchwalbK
    United States4 months ago

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The host is noted for her genuine curiosity and warmth, which contribute to making the discussions feel personal and relatable.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and thoughtful interviews with authors, emphasizing that these conversations often lead to discovering new books and insights.
Many enjoy the structured, concise format of episodes that make it easy to integrate into their busy lives.
The selection of guests is lauded for its diversity, appealing to a broad audience with various literary tastes.
However, some criticism has been directed towards inconsistencies in the interview style and occasional critiques on host performance.

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Family Secrets Unearthed in The Family Snitch
Q: So what do you want people to mostly take away? Like, what should people take back to their own family relationships, having learned more about yours?
Francesca emphasizes that while secrets can create distance, understanding the motivations behind those secrets can strengthen familial bonds.
Family Secrets Unearthed in The Family Snitch
Q: And so if the motivation you came to realize was really the search for love, right? The search for your father's love and the search for understanding.
Francesca acknowledges that while her search for her father's truth led to estrangement, the love for her father motivated her writing.
Family Secrets Unearthed in The Family Snitch
Q: So in your search for your father, though, you uncovered a lot about yourself, about your mother, your extended family, the judicial system in general.
Francesca reflects on her journey through familial relationships and the impact of her father's secrets on her identity and mental health.
Family Secrets Unearthed in The Family Snitch
Q: Can you just share a little bit about that to this room of strangers?
Francesca opens up about her childhood struggles with fear and anxiety, leading to her OCD diagnosis and its impact on her personal and professional life.
Eileen Heisler and DeAnn Heline, Creators of “The Middle”
Q: How did you manage to make characters that felt so real?
We created characters that we know, and put them in relatable situations that every family can understand, rooted in honesty and our own experiences.

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A vibrant platform for book lovers, this show features engaging conversations with a diverse array of authors, including bestsellers and emerging voices. The host, leveraging her background as a bookstore owner, publisher, and author, provides listeners with curated insights into the literary world, making sure the audience is updated on noteworthy new releases. Featuring a mix of genres, from children's literature to memoirs and everything in between, the episodes generally maintain a brisk pace, allowing for rich discussions within a concise time frame. This approach not only encourages a love for reading but also helps listeners discover hidden gems and diverse stories worth exploring.

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