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Meet Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice, creator of "The Deadliest" book series: National Book Festival 25th Anniversary Series
Season 4 Episode 16
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This conversation was BUGGING me out (in the best way)! I got to interview Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice, an entomologist and creator of "T…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Dr. Jorge Cham PHD Comics Creator Talks About Oliver's Universe, Volcanoes, Earthquakes & Science for Kids: National Book Festival 25th Anniversary Series
Season 4 Episode 15
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Ishara had an amazing time at the National Book Festival interviewing the brilliant Dr. Jorge Cham!
Dr. Cham is a cartoonist, author,…
1 year ago
What Would 'The First Cat in Space' Think of Mac Barnett as National Ambassador? National Book Festival 25th Anniversary Series
Season 4 Episode 14
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Ishara is thrilled to share her latest interview with Mac Barnett, the 2025-2026 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature! A…
1 year ago
BEHIND THE SCENES: Ishara's National Book Festival Favorites!
Season 4 Episode 13
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Ever wonder what it's like to experience the National Book Festival through the eyes of a 10-year-old podcaster? In this special epis…
1 year ago
Joy Harjo Interview: Full Circle Reunion with Ishara at the National Book Festival 25th Anniversary Series
Season 4 Episode 12
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Two years ago, when Ishara was just 8 years old, she had the honor of interviewing U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo on season 2 of Ishara…
1 year ago
PBS’s Marissa Talks Education & History: National Book Festival 25th Anniversary Series
Season 4 Episode 11
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In this spontaneous 3-minute interview, host Ishara meets Marissa from PBS’s Social Media team right at the PBS booth during the Nati…
1 year, 1 month ago
Meet Tanner – Avid Reader, Possible Chef & Book Lover: The National Book Festival 25th Anniversary Series
Season 4 Episode 10
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Join Ishara for a delightful 3-minute interview with Tanner, a young reader and aspiring chef she met at the National Book Festival!
W…
1 year, 1 month ago
How Podfest Helps You Grow Your Podcast & Business: Joon S. Han x Ishara
Season 4 Episode 9
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In this must-watch episode, Ishara had the amazing opportunity to sit down with the brilliant Mr. Joon S. Han, thanks to the incredib…
1 year, 4 months ago
A Kids’ Guide to Conclave - Part 2 Smoke Signals and Secret Votes
Season 4 Episode 8
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Ready to uncover the next big mystery in how a pope is chosen?
In this exciting follow-up episode of our special conclave series, Isha…
1 year, 5 months ago
A Kids’ Guide to Conclave - Part 1: Locked In with a Big Decision – What Happens in a Conclave?
Season 4 Episode 7
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Ever heard the word conclave and thought, “Wait—what’s that?” You’re not alone! In this special series, this fun, kid-friendly Cathol…
1 year, 5 months ago