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How Far the Light Reaches
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Poured Over is a show for readers who pore over details, obsess over sentences and ideas and stories and characters; readers who ask a lot of questions, just like Poured Over’s host, Miwa Messer, a career bookseller who’s always reading. Follow us here for surprising riffs, candid conversations, a few laughs, and lots of great book recommendations from big name authors and authors on their way to ... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Roach
Author of 'Replaceable You' and several New York Times bestsellers.
Episode: Mary Roach on REPLACEABLE YOU
Jen Hatmaker
Author of over a dozen books, including four New York Times bestsellers
Episode: Jen Hatmaker on AWAKE
Jason Diamond
Author of The Sprawl and Kaplan's Plot
Episode: Jason Diamond on KAPLAN'S PLOT
Rhea Elias
Gilbert's best friend whose life and struggles with addiction heavily influenced Gilbert's new book.
Episode: Elizabeth Gilbert on ALL THE WAY TO THE RIVER
Elizabeth Gilbert
Author known for her works including Eat, Pray, Love and Big Magic
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Episode: Elizabeth Gilbert on ALL THE WAY TO THE RIVER
ML Rio
Author of If We Were Villains and Hot Wax
Episode: M.L. Rio on HOT WAX
Andrew Joseph White
Author of 'You Weren't Meant to Be Human' and other works
Episode: Andrew Joseph White on YOU WEREN'T MEANT TO BE HUMAN
Eliana Ramage
Debut author of To the Moon and Back
Episode: Eliana Ramage on TO THE MOON AND BACK
Patrick Ryan
Author of three YA novels and a number of short story collections, with one of the most anticipated novels of 2025, 'Buckeye'.
Episode: Patrick Ryan on BUCKEYE

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 433 ratings
  • The book itself

    I love the way this book feels in my hands. The pages turn smoothly and for a big read, this is an important feature! Perhaps it is strange thing to note. Just loving Loneliness

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KMeadW
    United States15 days ago
  • Mira needs to limit the amount she speaks and interrupts

    I tune in to listen to the authors, not her. I just listened to the People Like Us episode and Mira regularly interrupts Jason Mott. It’s ridiculous and I found myself skipping her parts so I could actually listen to him.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    seeker2662
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Authors! 3 wishes…

    I truly wish Mira would let the Authors answer her probing and enlightening questions and not answer them herself. I wish Mira would use her words: is “ Hello?” really a comment? I wish Mira would let the Authors finish their sentences so we can learn more about them and less about her. Can Poured Over grant my 3 wishes?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    D Adele
    United States7 months ago
  • Depends on the host

    Overall, this is a gem of a podcast…but it depends on who is hosting. While Miwa Messer seems absolutely brilliant concerning writing, publishing, etc., she’s not a great interviewer and this impacts the quality of the show. Messer tends to turn the focus to herself, and often times talks more than the guest. I still listen, but usually choose episodes for which she isn’t hosting.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tbeadle
    United States9 months ago
  • Host talks too much

    The host keeps talking and talking and talking while the guest waits patiently to get a word in.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GrrlGenius4President
    United States9 months ago

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Many reviews highlight a desire for hosts to allow guests more airtime during interviews, indicating a balance of conversation can sometimes lean towards the hosts.
Listeners appreciate the variety of authors featured and the insightful nature of discussions, making it a go-to resource for book recommendations.
The engaging conversations and the depth of content are frequently praised, with some suggesting that it is a must-listen for serious readers and writers.

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#100
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#161
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Mary Roach on REPLACEABLE YOU
Q: What would you tell someone who's considering becoming a donor?
Focus on the good that comes from it; you're contributing to saving lives.
Mary Roach on REPLACEABLE YOU
Q: Do you get squeamish when researching the human anatomy?
No, Mary Roach does not get squeamish when observing medical procedures.
Mary Roach on REPLACEABLE YOU
Q: What first inspired you to write about the subjects at this point in your career?
An email from a reader suggesting a book on professional football referees led to a discussion about elective amputees, which sparked her interest.
Mona Awad on WE LOVE YOU, BUNNY
Q: What was your favorite part of writing We Love You, Bunny?
My favorite part of writing We Love You, Bunny? I think occupying the different bunny's heads and then the jump into Arias' consciousness.
Agustina Bazterrica on THE UNWORTHY
Q: How did your experiences and studies influence 'The Unworthy'?
Agustina reflects on her trip to Cusco and encounter with art that inspired her to write about nuns, connecting her experiences in a nun school to the themes of the novel, illustrating the deep connection between her past and her creative work.

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This show features engaging conversations with authors, focusing on new releases and literary themes. Notable discussions revolve around the creative processes behind well-known and emerging works, touching on elements of identity, trauma, and social issues. Listeners can expect to hear authors share personal anecdotes, explore character development, and engage in discussions about the influences shaping their work. The show also includes insights into the experiences of marginalized communities and the impact of current events on literature. This conversational format offers an intimate look at the writing process, making it ideal for avid readers and writers alike seeking inspiration and deeper understanding of the literary world.

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Recent guests on Poured Over include:

1. Mary Roach
2. Jen Hatmaker
3. Jason Diamond
4. Rhea Elias
5. Elizabeth Gilbert
6. ML Rio
7. Andrew Joseph White
8. Eliana Ramage

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