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What's the most popular type of book? (Hint: 😘)
Episode 736
Today's story: Romance novels are the bestselling genre in publishing, outselling thrillers, mysteries, and self-help books. This story explores what…
1 year, 6 months ago
‘Long Island’ is a worthy sequel to ‘Brooklyn’
Episode 735
Today's story: Colm Tóibín's novel ""Brooklyn"" introduced readers to Eilis Lacey, a young woman from Ireland who emigrated to America in the 1950's.…
1 year, 6 months ago
Should donors get paid for plasma?
Episode 734
Today's story: Plasma is a light-yellow liquid that makes up about half the volume of our blood. It plays an important role carrying substances from …
1 year, 6 months ago
Three self-help books that really help
Episode 733
Today's story: This story explores three impactful self-help books that break away from the usual clichés. ""Four Thousand Weeks"" by Oliver Burkeman…
1 year, 6 months ago
Searching for life on one of Jupiter's moons
Episode 732
Today's story: The Europa Clipper, NASA’s latest mission to explore potential life in the solar system, is set to arrive at Jupiter’s orbit in 2030. …
1 year, 6 months ago
The best side dishes for American Thanksgiving
Episode 731
Today's story: Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey; it’s also about the delicious side dishes that complete the holiday meal. From savory stuffi…
1 year, 6 months ago
He's back: How Trump returned to power in 2024
Episode 730
Today's story: After losing in 2020, Donald Trump faced widespread criticism and seemed politically finished. However, a combination of Joe Biden's p…
1 year, 7 months ago
Got camel milk? Now, more people do (Cut back on)
Episode 729
Today's story: Camel milk, long consumed by nomadic societies in desert regions, is now increasingly available for order around the world. Known for …
1 year, 7 months ago
Greenland bets on responsible tourism (Fall from grace)
Episode 728
Today's story: Greenland, a vast but sparsely populated island, is investing in new airports and sustainable tourism strategies to attract internatio…
1 year, 7 months ago
Lost Mozart composition found in German archives (Every now and then)
Episode 727
Today's story: A hand-copied manuscript of a musical composition believed to have been written by Mozart has been discovered in the archives of a Ger…
1 year, 7 months ago