The Book Club
The SpectatorLiterary interviews and discussions on the latest releases in the world of publishing, from poetry through to physics. Presented weekly by Sam Leith.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 450 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||
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his week’s Book Club podcast is Ben Schott. The author of the world- (or downstairs-loo-) conquering Schott’s Original Miscellany returns with Schott’s Significa, a deeply reported and constantly surprising book in which he uses the private languages... more
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Sam Leith's guest on this week's Book Club podcast is the historical novelist Philippa Gregory. In her gripping new book Boleyn Traitor, Philippa seeks to rescue Jane Boleyn from the vast condescension of history. She tells Sam how fiction allows her... more
Sam's guest in this week’s Book Club podcast is the historian Sudhir Hazareesingh, whose new book Daring to Be Free: Rebellion and Resistance of the Enslaved in the Atlantic World reframes the story of Atlantic slavery. He explains why the familiar t... more
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- can do without idiotic laughter
Generally it’s very good and by far the best of its kind available, better than radio 4’s equivalents now. Occasional slips, like Frances Wilson on Lawrence—spoiled by her irritating forced laughter throughout, and again now exactly the same on Muriel Spark.
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United States3 months ago - Excellent podcast for book lovers
Always interesting, with a wide range of books and authors. Highly recommended.
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Israela year ago - What exactly is the point of Sam Leith?
A Fleet St nepo baby par excellence, Sam Leith is the OE wet who failed ever upwards. This podcast is dross but it is at least marginally better than his dribble p- output for the Speccie.
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United Kingdom3 years ago - One of the very best
Sam Leith is a charming and terrifically informed and thoughtful reader and interviewer. This podcast never disappoints and is the best books cast I’ve found.
Apple Podcasts5dbev79United States3 years ago - What exactly is the point of Sam Leith?
A Fleet St nepo baby par excellence, Sam Leith is the OE wet who failed ever upwards. This podcast is dross but it is at least marginally better than this dribble p- output for the Speccie.
Apple Podcasts1MiscellanyUnited Kingdom3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #209 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #43 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #121 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #104 |  Australia/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #170 | Australia/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #35 |  Ireland/Arts/Books |
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This podcast features captivating literary interviews and discussions that explore a diverse range of recent releases across genres, including poetry and non-fiction. Hosted by a knowledgeable and engaging figure, conversations often spotlight contemporary issues in literature and extend to broader societal themes. Expect deep dives into the authors' thoughts, their creative processes, and how their work reflects or challenges current cultural narratives. Unique in its insightful blend of literary critique and thoughtful engagement with authors, the show not only appeals to book lovers but also to those interested in understanding the evolving landscape of literature and its intersection with society.
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Recent guests on The Book Club include:
1. Sudhir Hazareesingh
2. Roger Lewis
3. Andrew Bayliss
4. Lea Ypi
5. Nicola Barker
6. Karin Slaughter
7. Carl Zimmer
8. William Dalrymple
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