Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDinaw Mengestu's 'Someone Like Us'
Episode 1475
[REBROADCAST from Nov. 8, 2024] We air highlights from our conversation with author Dinaw Mengestu who joined us for our October Get Lit with All Of …
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Imal Gnawa Performs Live
Episode 1478
[REBROADCAST from May. 9, 2025] Our April Get Lit book club pick, The Dream Hotel, comes from Moroccan author Laila Lalami and its protagonist is the…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Angelique Kidjo Performs Live
Episode 1476
[REBROADCAST from Nov. 8, 2024] We air highlights from our conversation with 5-time Grammy Award-winner Angelique Kidjo who joined us for our October…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
The Day I Accidentally Went to War' with Bill Posley
Episode 1473
"Shrinking" writer and comedian Bill Posley discusses his one man show, "The Day I Accidentally Went to War," about his experience enlisting in the m…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Journalist Barbara Demick Follows A Case Of Twin Separation in 'Daughters of the Bamboo Grove'
Episode 1471
As Beijing bureau chief for the Los Angeles Times, journalist Barbara Demick reported on the politics and impact of China's 'one-child' policy. Demic…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
'Can I Be Frank?' Takes on the Life of Frank Maya
Episode 1474
In his new show "Can I Be Frank?" Morgan Bassichis interprets the life and work of gay comedian Frank Maya, who was one of the first openly gay comed…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Save Money on Fall Travel
Episode 1472
Some say the secret to a great trip is preparation. As travelers wind down their summer vacations, it's time to start thinking about fall. NerdWallet…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1' Turns 25 (Silver Liner Notes)
Episode 1470
In 2000, Philadelphia poet Jill Scott burst onto the R&B and neo-soul scene with her debut album, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1, which i…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Your Most Memorable Family Vacations
Episode 1467
Traveling can be a great way for families to bond outside of the normal patterns of everyday life. Lonely Planet's Nitya Chambers talks about some of…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Best Weekend Getaways from NYC (Travel Week)
Episode 1468
Looking for a great weekend getaway from the city as we enter the last month of summer? Try one of the locations recommended by Hannah Towey, associa…
6 months, 3 weeks ago