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Otherppl with Brad Listi

Brad Listi
Mental Health
Grief
Literature
Nonfiction
Suicide
Traumatic Brain Injury
Decent People
Sexual Health
Iran
Addiction
Writing
Self-Discovery
Chronic Illness
United States
Spain
Motherhood
Family Dynamics
West Mills, North Carolina
Creative Writing
Intimacy

Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly books and culture podcast featuring in-depth conversations with today's leading authors. Literature, screenwriting, the creative process, pop culture, and more. Available wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Bluesky and Instagram.

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Susan Orlean is the author of the memoir Joyride, available from Avid Reader Press, and she joins me for my 1,000th author interview.

Orlean has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 1992. She is the New York Times bestselling author of seven ... more

Francesca Wade is the author of the biography Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife, available from Scribner.

Francesca Wade is the author of Square Haunting: Five Writers in London Between the Wars (2020). She has received fellowships from the Dorothy and L... more

Volume 65 of Brad & Mira For the Culture...Brad makes his first DeepDive hire...Big Frank hits a hole-in-one...Mira is swarmed by a pack of coyotes after attending an Addison Rae concert....Mira teaches her friend Alex how to 'bottom'...Angry Adam de... more

Amber Sparks is the author of the debut novel Happy People Don't Live Here, available from Liveright Publishing.

Sparks is the author of the short story collections And I Do Not Forgive You and The Unfinished World. Her writing has appeared in The P... more

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Recent Guests

Susan Orlean
Award-winning author, journalist, and staff writer at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: 1000. Susan Orlean
Francesca Wade
Author of "Gertrude Stein, An Afterlife"
Scribner
Episode: 999. Francesca Wade
Amber Sparks
Author of the debut novel 'Happy People Don't Live Here', and collections including 'I Do Not Forgive You'.
Liveright Press
Episode: 998. Amber Sparks
Vincenzo Latronico
Author of the novel "Perfection," which reflects on contemporary life and consumerism.
New York Review Books
Episode: 997. Vincenzo Latronico
Angela Flournoy
Author of The Wilderness, a novel reflecting on friendship and the intricacies of adulthood.
Mariner Books
Episode: 996. Angela Flournoy
Jeff Alessandrelli
An editor, publisher, and poet from Portland, Oregon
Fonograf Editions
Episode: What Does It Mean to Be a Minor Writer?
Jade Chang
Author of What a Time to Be Alive
Ecco Books
Episode: 995. Jade Chang
Melissa Febos
National best-selling author of several books including Girlhood and Body Work.
University of Iowa
Episode: 994. Melissa Febos
Elaine Shea Chow
Author of *Where Are You Really From?*, featured in the episode.
Penguin Press
Episode: 993. Jason Diamond

Hosts

Brad Listi
Host of conversations focusing on literature, pop culture, and the creative process, often featuring in-depth interviews with authors.
Mira Gonzalez
Co-host known for bringing insights into pop culture discussions and creative dialogues, contributing to the dynamic of the show.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 829 ratings
  • brad & mira ftw

    i dig this podcast and it makes me listen to more of the book ones. brad, please wait for mira to record. also don’t trip for these episodes, they are diff from your other ones. angry andrew was also great. more of him please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kmariesf
    United States20 days ago
  • Conversations with depth and empathy

    A beautiful podcast full of fascinating and surprising guests. Brad cultivates conversations that go beyond the surface, making it a regular listen for me. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AugustaA25
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Episode with Rebecca

    When she asked you what is going to happen when you die, I laughed out loud when I thought you said pass gas. You actually said best guess. I think pass gas is an equally great answer. You can’t take this too seriously.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cocodojo
    United States4 months ago
  • Inspiring from all angles

    Engaged reader, aspiring writer, other type of creative pursuer, you’ll find interviews to inspire you. Brad dives into the intricacies of story, the process, the person behind the author, and always connects with what we are all living in these times

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trickypat514
    Canada5 months ago
  • Thoughtful interviews & Expansive reading recommendations

    Listened for years and enjoy the warm style of the interviews. As an avid reader, it is a bonus to have leads on more books to read.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LFmilo
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast's thoughtful and in-depth literary interviews and the engaging style of the hosts.
Listeners found the banter between the hosts refreshingly humorous alongside their serious literary discussions.
Reviews highlight the podcast as being a vital resource for those interested in literary culture and contemporary issues.
The conversations often inspire aspiring authors and ignite discussions around the writing process and challenges.
Overall, the podcast is well-regarded for its warm and inviting atmosphere, making it enjoyable for both dedicated readers and casual listeners.

Chart Rankings

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#142
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#180
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#86
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#101
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#130
Finland/Arts/Books
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#142
New Zealand/Arts/Books

Talking Points

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998. Amber Sparks
Q: What does it mean to live for the common good?
The audience is invited to reflect on the interdependent nature of life.
1000. Susan Orlean
Q: What surprises you most about your early writing years?
Hearing about my early days as a very untrained and inexperienced writer and how much bravado I had comes as a surprise to me.
999. Francesca Wade
Q: What did you learn about Gertrude Stein and her legacy?
Francesca Wade discusses Stein's self-mythologizing, the importance of her relationship with Alice B. Toklas, and how Stein's perception and legacy have evolved over time through the eyes of biographers and cultural shifts.
What Does It Mean to Be a Minor Writer?
Q: What advice would you give to young writers?
There is no race; it's important to take your time and develop your craft rather than rushing to publish too early.
What Does It Mean to Be a Minor Writer?
Q: What keeps you going as a minor writer?
The desire to participate in the literary community and the enjoyment of the writing process itself, despite the challenges faced.

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1. Susan Orlean
2. Francesca Wade
3. Amber Sparks
4. Vincenzo Latronico
5. Angela Flournoy
6. Jeff Alessandrelli
7. Jade Chang
8. Melissa Febos

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