https://www.theguardian.com/books/series/books/podcast.xml The Guardian Books podcast https://www.theguardian.com/books/series/books The Guardian Books podcast is our weekly look at the world of books, presented by Claire Armitstead, Richard Lea and Sian Cain. In-depth interviews with authors from all over the world, discussions and investigations make this the perfect companion for readers and writers alike en-gb © 2024 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:58:50 GMT 15 userhelp@theguardian.com The Guardian The Guardian The Guardian Books podcast is our weekly look at the world of books, presented by Claire Armitstead, Richard Lea and Sian Cain. In-depth interviews with authors from all over the world, discussions and investigations make this the perfect companion for readers and writers alike The Guardian Books podcast https://uploads.guim.co.uk/2018/01/15/Books_1400_x_1400_1.jpg https://www.theguardian.com/books/series/books Weekend: episode two of a new podcast Weekend: episode two of a new podcast Ease into the weekend with our brand new podcast, showcasing some of the best Guardian and Observer writing from the week, read by talented narrators. In this episode, Marina Hyde looks at the new additions to Downing Street (2m00s), Hadley Freeman interviews Hollywood actor Will Arnett (9m56s), Sirin Kale tries her hand at quiz show Mastermind (26m32s), and David Robson examines why we’re so stressed about stress (41m08s). If you like what you hear, subscribe to Weekend on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:48:06 GMT 620630648f08b0eb1f62d7f3 00:49:39 The Guardian yes In this episode, Marina Hyde looks at the new additions to Downing Street, Hadley Freeman interviews Hollywood actor Will Arnett, Sirin Kale tries her hand at quiz show Mastermind, and David Robson examines why we’re so stressed about stress Ease into the weekend with our brand new podcast, showcasing some of the best Guardian and Observer writing from the week, read by talented narrators. In this episode, Marina Hyde looks at the new additions to Downing Street (2m00s), Hadley Freeman interviews Hollywood actor Will Arnett (9m56s), Sirin Kale tries her hand at quiz show Mastermind (26m32s), and David Robson examines why we’re so stressed about stress (41m08s). If you like what you hear, subscribe to Weekend on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Weekend: episode one of a new podcast Weekend: episode one of a new podcast Ease into the weekend with our brand new podcast, showcasing some of the best Guardian and Observer writing from the week, read by talented narrators. In our first episode, Marina Hyde reflects on another less than stellar week for Boris Johnson (1m38s), Edward Helmore charts the rise of Joe Rogan (9m46s), Laura Snapes goes deep with singer George Ezra (18m30s), and Alex Moshakis asks, “Are you a jerk at work?” (34m40s). If you like what you hear, subscribe to Weekend on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Sat, 05 Feb 2022 05:00:03 GMT 61fcf5f28f08df1d7f09083a 00:48:45 The Guardian yes In our first episode, Marina Hyde reflects on another less than stellar week for Boris Johnson, Edward Helmore charts the rise of Joe Rogan, Laura Snapes goes deep with singer George Ezra, and Alex Moshakis asks, “Are you a jerk at work?” Ease into the weekend with our brand new podcast, showcasing some of the best Guardian and Observer writing from the week, read by talented narrators. In our first episode, Marina Hyde reflects on another less than stellar week for Boris Johnson (1m38s), Edward Helmore charts the rise of Joe Rogan (9m46s), Laura Snapes goes deep with singer George Ezra (18m30s), and Alex Moshakis asks, “Are you a jerk at work?” (34m40s). If you like what you hear, subscribe to Weekend on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Comfort Eating with Grace Dent: episode one of a new podcast Comfort Eating with Grace Dent: episode one of a new podcast Have you ever wondered what famous people actually eat? In our new podcast, Guardian restaurant critic Grace Dent does just that, asking well-known guests to lift the lid on the food they turn to when they’re at home alone – and what comfort foods have seen them through their lives. In the first episode, screenwriter Russell T Davies tells Grace about his childhood in Swansea, the delights of Woolworth’s pork and egg pies, and how his husband’s death informed his latest TV series, It’s a Sin. Future guests will include Nish Kumar, Rafe Spall and Aisling Bea. Episodes willl be released every Tuesday – search for it wherever you get your podcasts. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:00:06 GMT 60d607298f083905e9de37d5 00:39:46 The Guardian clean In the first episode of our new podcast, screenwriter Russell T Davies tells Grace Dent about his childhood in Swansea, the delights of Woolworth’s pork and egg pies, and how his husband’s death informed his TV series It’s a Sin Have you ever wondered what famous people actually eat? In our new podcast, Guardian restaurant critic Grace Dent does just that, asking well-known guests to lift the lid on the food they turn to when they’re at home alone – and what comfort foods have seen them through their lives. In the first episode, screenwriter Russell T Davies tells Grace about his childhood in Swansea, the delights of Woolworth’s pork and egg pies, and how his husband’s death informed his latest TV series, It’s a Sin. Future guests will include Nish Kumar, Rafe Spall and Aisling Bea. Episodes willl be released every Tuesday – search for it wherever you get your podcasts. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; 'Our climate crisis is a choice': Christiana Figueres on why we can change the future - books podcast 'Our climate crisis is a choice': Christiana Figueres on why we can change the future - books podcast On our final episode, the diplomat who spearheaded the Paris Agreement discusses why we should feel optimisitic about our ability to tackle the climate crisis. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 21 Apr 2020 05:45:56 GMT 5e99ba938f08b7689b030575 00:42:59 The Guardian Climate crisis, Environment, Christiana Figueres, Global climate talks, Books, Science and nature books, Culture On our final episode, the diplomat who spearheaded the Paris Agreement discusses why we should feel optimisitic about our ability to tackle the climate crisis On our final episode, the diplomat who spearheaded the Paris Agreement discusses why we should feel optimisitic about our ability to tackle the climate crisis. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Why David Attenborough is famous but 'he isn't a celebrity' – books podcast Why David Attenborough is famous but 'he isn't a celebrity' – books podcast We speak to Horrible Histories consultant and podcaster Greg Jenner about the history of celebrity and share what listeners are reading. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:26:26 GMT 5e8f2d5f8f08ec70ceceda98 00:37:17 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Horrible Histories, History books, Celebrity We speak to Horrible Histories consultant and podcaster Greg Jenner about the history of celebrity and share what listeners are reading We speak to Horrible Histories consultant and podcaster Greg Jenner about the history of celebrity and share what listeners are reading. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; From diseases to memes, how do things spread? - books podcast From diseases to memes, how do things spread? - books podcast Mathematician Adam Kucharski talks about how the concept of ‘contagion’ is rooted in our social lives and we share your reading tips for lockdown. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 07 Apr 2020 08:59:08 GMT 5e875df18f0866297e9f6a60 00:32:31 The Guardian Books, Culture, Science and nature books, International Booker prize, Awards and prizes, Coronavirus, Science, Infectious diseases, Mathematics Mathematician Adam Kucharski talks about how the concept of ‘contagion’ is rooted in our social lives and we share your reading tips for lockdown Mathematician Adam Kucharski talks about how the concept of ‘contagion’ is rooted in our social lives and we share your reading tips for lockdown. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Hunting down the 42 paintings of Pieter Bruegel - books podcast Hunting down the 42 paintings of Pieter Bruegel - books podcast On this week’s show we talk to Toby Ferris about his pursuit of the Dutch master and look at how the literary world is dealing with the pandemic. 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Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Glenn Patterson and what to read while self-isolating – books podcast Glenn Patterson and what to read while self-isolating – books podcast On this week’s show we talk to the Northern Irish writer about his new novel and discuss how headlines can impact our appetite for certain books. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 24 Mar 2020 06:30:25 GMT 5e74f33b8f08dcc95cc20368 00:37:48 The Guardian Books, Fiction, Culture, Belfast, Northern Ireland, Coronavirus On this week’s show we talk to the Northern Irish writer about his new novel and discuss how headlines can impact our appetite for certain books On this week’s show we talk to the Northern Irish writer about his new novel and discuss how headlines can impact our appetite for certain books. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Who was St Paul? With Christos Tsiolkas and Tom Holland – books podcast Who was St Paul? With Christos Tsiolkas and Tom Holland – books podcast On this week’s podcast, we talk to Tsiolkas about his novel on the life of St Paul and the historian Holland explains what we know about the man. 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Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; The surprising history of astrology – books podcast The surprising history of astrology – books podcast Alexander Boxer talks about his book A Scheme of Heaven and we discuss why Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers tried to remove a juror for her reading history. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 25 Feb 2020 06:00:43 GMT 5e4fbb318f0811db2fafbc74 00:30:07 The Guardian Books, Culture, Science and nature books Alexander Boxer talks about his book A Scheme of Heaven and we discuss why Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers tried to remove a juror for her reading history Alexander Boxer talks about his book A Scheme of Heaven and we discuss why Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers tried to remove a juror for her reading history. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Maaza Mengiste on the Ethiopian women who fought Italy – books podcast Maaza Mengiste on the Ethiopian women who fought Italy – books podcast The novelist explains how she discovered her family was woven into history, plus the new wave of Ethiopian literature in English. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 18 Feb 2020 07:00:20 GMT 5e4684698f0811db2faf79b7 00:32:02 The Guardian clean Fiction, Books, Culture, Maaza Mengiste The novelist explains how she discovered her family was woven into history, plus the new wave of Ethiopian literature in English The novelist explains how she discovered her family was woven into history, plus the new wave of Ethiopian literature in English. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Sophie Hannah on the recipe for a perfect crime novel – books podcast Sophie Hannah on the recipe for a perfect crime novel – books podcast The crime writer joins us to discuss the mechanics of mystery novels, plus Margaret Atwood at the Hay festival in Cartagena. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 11 Feb 2020 10:00:01 GMT 5e3d4dbb8f086a28115a757d 00:34:35 The Guardian clean Crime fiction, Books, Fiction, Culture, Hay festival, Festivals, Agatha Christie, Margaret Atwood The crime writer joins us to discuss the mechanics of mystery novels, plus Margaret Atwood at the Hay festival in Cartagena The crime writer joins us to discuss the mechanics of mystery novels, plus Margaret Atwood at the Hay festival in Cartagena. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Adam Rutherford on how to tackle racist pseudoscience - books podcast Adam Rutherford on how to tackle racist pseudoscience - books podcast The geneticist explains why science offers no support for prejudice. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:00:38 GMT 5e3408b28f086a28115a2ebe 00:32:03 The Guardian clean Science and nature books, Race, Books, Culture The geneticist explains why science offers no support for prejudice The geneticist explains why science offers no support for prejudice. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Jonathan Coe and Sara Collins on their Costa-winning novels – books podcast Jonathan Coe and Sara Collins on their Costa-winning novels – books podcast We welcome not one but two Costa winners, as the victors in the novel and the debut fiction categories join us in the studio. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 28 Jan 2020 10:00:15 GMT 5e2b23d78f08e97ed2129d36 00:38:36 The Guardian clean Fiction, Awards and prizes, Jonathan Coe, Books, Culture We welcome not one but two Costa winners, as the victors in the novel and the debut fiction categories join us in the studio We welcome not one but two Costa winners, as the victors in the novel and the debut fiction categories join us in the studio. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Jeanine Cummins on her explosive new novel, American Dirt Jeanine Cummins on her explosive new novel, American Dirt The novelist explains her sudden decision to write her controversial thriller, and we hail TS Eliot prize winner Roger Robinson. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Wed, 22 Jan 2020 11:04:57 GMT 5e2590ae8f0879d539efb795 00:39:47 The Guardian yes Books, Fiction, Poetry, TS Eliot prize for poetry, Awards and prizes, Culture, US-Mexico border, US immigration, Mexico The novelist explains her sudden decision to write her controversial thriller, and we hail TS Eliot prize winner Roger Robinson The novelist explains her sudden decision to write her controversial thriller, and we hail TS Eliot prize winner Roger Robinson. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Samantha Harvey on her year without sleep – books podcast Samantha Harvey on her year without sleep – books podcast On this week’s show, the novelist explains how she came to write about her insomnia and we consider why indie bookshops are booming in the UK and Ireland. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 14 Jan 2020 06:00:27 GMT 5e173e668f08c39722647979 00:37:32 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Sleep, Autobiography and memoir, Booksellers On this week’s show, the novelist explains how she came to write about her insomnia and we consider why indie bookshops are booming in the UK and Ireland On this week’s show, the novelist explains how she came to write about her insomnia and we consider why indie bookshops are booming in the UK and Ireland. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Eoin Colfer on returning to Artemis Fowl – books podcast Eoin Colfer on returning to Artemis Fowl – books podcast This week, the creator of the biggest child villain in literature talks about comedy writing and seeing his creation adapted by Disney. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 07 Jan 2020 07:00:52 GMT 5e0f66088f08c39722644386 00:32:09 The Guardian clean Children and teenagers, Books, Culture, Eoin Colfer, Fantasy books, Fiction This week, the creator of the biggest child villain in literature talks about comedy writing and seeing his creation adapted by Disney This week, the creator of the biggest child villain in literature talks about comedy writing and seeing his creation adapted by Disney. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Our favourite books of 2019, and the most exciting books of 2020 – books podcast Our favourite books of 2019, and the most exciting books of 2020 – books podcast Priya Basil talks about the dynamics of the dinner table and her book Be My Guest, and we chat about the best books of the year. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 24 Dec 2019 07:00:07 GMT 5dfa13548f087e8308e60433 00:36:50 The Guardian clean Culture, Food and drink books, Best books, Books, Best books of the year Priya Basil talks about the dynamics of the dinner table and her book Be My Guest, and we chat about the best books of the year Priya Basil talks about the dynamics of the dinner table and her book Be My Guest, and we chat about the best books of the year. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Ben Lerner and Meena Kandasamy on autofiction – books podcast Ben Lerner and Meena Kandasamy on autofiction – books podcast Ben Lerner and Meena Kandasamy talk about drawing on their most embarrassing and vulnerable moments to write fiction. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:30:01 GMT 5df3c8148f087e8308e5db2d 00:37:01 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Fiction, Autobiography and memoir, Ben Lerner Ben Lerner and Meena Kandasamy talk about drawing on their most embarrassing and vulnerable moments to write fiction Ben Lerner and Meena Kandasamy talk about drawing on their most embarrassing and vulnerable moments to write fiction. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Escaping Westboro Baptist Church: Megan Phelps-Roper's journey – books podcast Escaping Westboro Baptist Church: Megan Phelps-Roper's journey – books podcast A former member recalls growing up in ‘America’s most hated family’ and Claire McGlasson explains why we’re fascinated by cults. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 10 Dec 2019 10:53:50 GMT 5dee396c8f08be0cbf46ceac 00:40:16 The Guardian clean Books, Autobiography and memoir, Culture, Religion, Religion, Kansas, Fiction A former member recalls growing up in ‘America’s most hated family’ and Claire McGlasson explains why we’re fascinated by cults A former member recalls growing up in ‘America’s most hated family’ and Claire McGlasson explains why we’re fascinated by cults. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; When imagining our future, what can sci-fi teach us? – books podcast When imagining our future, what can sci-fi teach us? – books podcast On this week’s show, we talk to Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, the two authors who published as James SA Corey and the space opera The Expanse. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 03 Dec 2019 10:35:36 GMT 5de142b58f08dcf251b4b9c8 00:38:38 The Guardian Science fiction books, Fiction, Books, Culture, Awards and prizes On this week’s show, we talk to Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, the two authors who published as James SA Corey and the space opera The Expanse On this week’s show, we talk to Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck, the two authors who published as James SA Corey and the space opera The Expanse. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Elizabeth Strout on the return of Olive Kitteridge – books podcast Elizabeth Strout on the return of Olive Kitteridge – books podcast On this week’s show, the Pulitzer prize winning novelist talks about the return of her wonderfully difficult character in Olive, Again. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:00:14 GMT 5dd7f6028f080fd59fb155d8 00:26:59 The Guardian clean Fiction, Books, Culture, Elizabeth Strout On this week’s show, the Pulitzer prize winning novelist talks about the return of her wonderfully difficult character in Olive, Again On this week’s show, the Pulitzer prize winning novelist talks about the return of her wonderfully difficult character in Olive, Again. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; How true does travel writing need to be? With Rory MacLean and Luke Harding – books podcast How true does travel writing need to be? With Rory MacLean and Luke Harding – books podcast Rory MacLean and Luke Harding talk about the challenges of writing about Russia, the subjectivity of experience and getting high on ‘Putin’s Pecker’. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 19 Nov 2019 12:28:50 GMT 5dd2b3208f08eeb483f19b69 00:41:11 The Guardian clean Travel writing, Books, Culture, Russia, Travel, World news, Politics books Rory MacLean and Luke Harding talk about the challenges of writing about Russia, the subjectivity of experience and getting high on ‘Putin’s Pecker’ Rory MacLean and Luke Harding talk about the challenges of writing about Russia, the subjectivity of experience and getting high on ‘Putin’s Pecker’. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; 'The past is amongst us. Taking notes': nature writing with Kathleen Jamie and Laurie Lee – books podcast 'The past is amongst us. Taking notes': nature writing with Kathleen Jamie and Laurie Lee – books podcast On this week’s show, Jamie talks about her new essay collection Surfacing and we hear a rare recording of the Cider with Rosie author. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 12 Nov 2019 12:35:53 GMT 5dc97b0c8f0867dcebfd2c4d 00:29:34 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Science and nature books, Travel writing, Laurie Lee, Autobiography and memoir On this week’s show, Jamie talks about her new essay collection Surfacing and we hear a rare recording of the Cider with Rosie author On this week’s show, Jamie talks about her new essay collection Surfacing and we hear a rare recording of the Cider with Rosie author. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; 'Mexico's drug problem is America's': crime legend Don Winslow – books podcast 'Mexico's drug problem is America's': crime legend Don Winslow – books podcast On this week’s show, the US novelist talks about Donald Trump’s border policy and the personal toll of researching those left behind by the cartels. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 05 Nov 2019 06:01:15 GMT 5dc03c468f08d669cdab2b42 00:34:42 The Guardian clean Crime fiction, Books, Culture, US news, Drugs, Drugs trade, Drugs policy, US politics, Mexico, Americas On this week’s show, the US novelist talks about Donald Trump’s border policy and the personal toll of researching those left behind by the cartels On this week’s show, the US novelist talks about Donald Trump’s border policy and the personal toll of researching those left behind by the cartels. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; One language dies every two weeks. How can poetry help? – books podcast One language dies every two weeks. How can poetry help? – books podcast On this week’s show, we talk about endangered languages with Belarusian poet Valzhyna Mort, Maori poet Vaughan Rapatahana and publisher Clive Boutle. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:00:19 GMT 5db711eb8f0898437061cc3c 00:38:32 The Guardian clean Poetry, Books, Culture, Language On this week’s show, we talk about endangered languages with Belarusian poet Valzhyna Mort, Maori poet Vaughan Rapatahana and publisher Clive Boutle On this week’s show, we talk about endangered languages with Belarusian poet Valzhyna Mort, Maori poet Vaughan Rapatahana and publisher Clive Boutle. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; The history of the book, from Gilgamesh to now – books podcast The history of the book, from Gilgamesh to now – books podcast On this week’s show, we talk about books as physical objects and look at the history of Gilgamesh through centuries of translation. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 22 Oct 2019 10:51:32 GMT 5dade92b8f0859498cfb220a 00:38:07 The Guardian yes Books, Culture, Poetry, Forward prize for poetry, Awards and prizes, Fiction in translation, Fiction, Literacy, Audiobooks On this week’s show, we talk about books as physical objects and look at the history of Gilgamesh through centuries of translation On this week’s show, we talk about books as physical objects and look at the history of Gilgamesh through centuries of translation. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; The legacy of the Windrush scandal, plus the 2019 Booker prize winners - books podcast The legacy of the Windrush scandal, plus the 2019 Booker prize winners - books podcast We discuss the shock decision to split the 2019 prize, and look at two books about the UK’s Windrush generation. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 15 Oct 2019 07:52:08 GMT 5da4dea38f084862358fe0e2 00:43:52 The Guardian clean Books, Margaret Atwood, Bernardine Evaristo, Culture, Booker prize 2019, Fiction, Windrush scandal, Commonwealth immigration, UK news We discuss the shock decision to split the 2019 prize, and look at two books about the UK’s Windrush generation We discuss the shock decision to split the 2019 prize, and look at two books about the UK’s Windrush generation. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; 'I want world domination!' Lucy Ellmann on her Booker behemoth Ducks, Newburyport – books podcast 'I want world domination!' Lucy Ellmann on her Booker behemoth Ducks, Newburyport – books podcast On this week’s show, the British-American author talks about her 1,000-page stream-of-consciousness and we chat about ‘difficult books’. 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Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 01 Oct 2019 09:41:38 GMT 5d91f01f8f08fbb0c171e0a9 00:35:05 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Ann Patchett, Fiction On this week’s show, the US novelist talks about The Dutch House and we discuss your additions to our top 100 books of the 21st century list On this week’s show, the US novelist talks about The Dutch House and we discuss your additions to our top 100 books of the 21st century list. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Is freedom of speech a 'toxic myth'? Plus the top 100 books since 2000 – books podcast Is freedom of speech a 'toxic myth'? Plus the top 100 books since 2000 – books podcast Journalist Nesrine Malik talks about her book We Need New Stories and we discuss the Guardian’s top 100 books of the 21st century. 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Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Salman Rushdie on retelling Don Quixote in Quichotte – books podcast Salman Rushdie on retelling Don Quixote in Quichotte – books podcast In this week’s show, Rushdie talks about his Booker-nominated novel and we discuss the best literary road trips. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 03 Sep 2019 06:00:49 GMT 5d69525b8f085a4428114dfd 00:41:28 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Salman Rushdie, Fiction, Booker prize, Booker prize 2019 In this week’s show, Rushdie talks about his Booker-nominated novel and we discuss the best literary road trips In this week’s show, Rushdie talks about his Booker-nominated novel and we discuss the best literary road trips. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Elif Shafak on Turkey's treatment of novelists – books podcast Elif Shafak on Turkey's treatment of novelists – books podcast The Turkish author talks about 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World, her new, Booker prize-longlisted novel. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 27 Aug 2019 10:40:32 GMT 5d6008c78f084061ab38b6d8 00:46:38 The Guardian clean Elif Shafak, Books, Culture, Censorship, Turkey, China, Fiction, Fiction in translation The Turkish author talks about 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World, her new, Booker prize-longlisted novel The Turkish author talks about 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World, her new, Booker prize-longlisted novel. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Does 'the English canon' still shape what we read? – books podcast Does 'the English canon' still shape what we read? – books podcast Writers including Penelope Lively, Caryl Philips, Howard Jacobson and Yomi Sode explore how this idea has changed over time. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 20 Aug 2019 06:00:41 GMT 5d56c4908f0896be8f8fa761 00:32:10 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Fiction, Poetry, Howard Jacobson, Penelope Lively, Caryl Phillips Writers including Penelope Lively, Caryl Philips, Howard Jacobson and Yomi Sode explore how this idea has changed over time Writers including Penelope Lively, Caryl Philips, Howard Jacobson and Yomi Sode explore how this idea has changed over time. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; My friend, the fake German heiress: a true crime special – books podcast My friend, the fake German heiress: a true crime special – books podcast Rachel DeLoache Williams recalls her time with hoaxer Anna Sorokin in My Friend Anna and we rank the best true crime books. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 13 Aug 2019 06:00:48 GMT 5d4d782b8f0896be8f8f647f 00:32:41 The Guardian clean True crime books, Books, Culture, True crime (Podcasts), Gordon Burn Rachel DeLoache Williams recalls her time with hoaxer Anna Sorokin in My Friend Anna and we rank the best true crime books Rachel DeLoache Williams recalls her time with hoaxer Anna Sorokin in My Friend Anna and we rank the best true crime books. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; How we can learn to stop worrying and love language – books podcast How we can learn to stop worrying and love language – books podcast David Shariatmadari reveals how English is evolving – or in Jacob Rees-Mogg’s case, refusing to – and Cecelia Watson shares her passion for the semicolon. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 06 Aug 2019 06:00:21 GMT 5d44471a8f084f687f34f73e 00:35:54 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Reference and languages books David Shariatmadari reveals how English is evolving – or in Jacob Rees-Mogg’s case, refusing to – and Cecelia Watson shares her passion for the semicolon David Shariatmadari reveals how English is evolving – or in Jacob Rees-Mogg’s case, refusing to – and Cecelia Watson shares her passion for the semicolon. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Lisa Taddeo on sex and desire in Three Women – books podcast Lisa Taddeo on sex and desire in Three Women – books podcast This week, Taddeo discusses her bestseller about the intimate lives of women, and we take a look at the 2019 Booker prize longlist. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 30 Jul 2019 10:10:43 GMT 5d3f069d8f0845f89e31681f 00:40:17 The Guardian yes Books, Culture, Sexuality, Society books, Booker prize 2019, Booker prize, Awards and prizes, Fiction This week, Taddeo discusses her bestseller about the intimate lives of women, and we take a look at the 2019 Booker prize longlist This week, Taddeo discusses her bestseller about the intimate lives of women, and we take a look at the 2019 Booker prize longlist. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Ocean Vuong and the new Great American Novel - books podcast Ocean Vuong and the new Great American Novel - books podcast On this week’s show, we speak to the poet about his debut novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous and discuss the evolution of the Great American Novel. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 23 Jul 2019 06:00:42 GMT 5d35b0c18f08d0b6ca535706 00:38:13 The Guardian clean Books, Culture, Fiction, Ocean Vuong On this week’s show, we speak to the poet about his debut novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous and discuss the evolution of the Great American Novel On this week’s show, we speak to the poet about his debut novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous and discuss the evolution of the Great American Novel. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Iris Murdoch at 100 and Howard Jacobson on humour and shame – books podcast Iris Murdoch at 100 and Howard Jacobson on humour and shame – books podcast On this week’s show, we talk to Jacobson about his new novel, and discuss the compelling career of Murdoch. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 16 Jul 2019 10:03:18 GMT 5d28babf8f08cf92bb76ed26 00:38:24 The Guardian yes Books, Culture, Iris Murdoch, Howard Jacobson, Fiction On this week’s show, we talk to Jacobson about his new novel, and discuss the compelling career of Murdoch On this week’s show, we talk to Jacobson about his new novel, and discuss the compelling career of Murdoch. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Intolerance is rising in Europe, but can writers find hope? – books podcast Intolerance is rising in Europe, but can writers find hope? – books podcast Johny Pitts and Roger Robinson talk about Windrush, the rise of rightwing populism – and why they both feel still hope. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 09 Jul 2019 07:00:48 GMT 5d161ef18f080e82851514a6 00:33:16 The Guardian yes Books, Culture, Race, Poetry Johny Pitts and Roger Robinson talk about Windrush, the rise of rightwing populism – and why they both feel still hope Johny Pitts and Roger Robinson talk about Windrush, the rise of rightwing populism – and why they both feel still hope. 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Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Bernardine Evaristo and Lene Wold – books podcast Bernardine Evaristo and Lene Wold – books podcast This podcast contains descriptions of violence which some may find distressing. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:00:09 GMT 5d0d0b248f080e828514cf92 00:45:04 The Guardian yes Books, Culture, Fiction, Society books, Women's rights and gender equality, Women, Gender, Bernardine Evaristo Bernardine Evaristo talks about her novel Girl, Woman, Other, and we discuss ‘honour’ killings with journalist Lene Wold This podcast contains descriptions of violence which some may find distressing. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; What is it like being a refugee? with Pajtim Statovci and Dina Nayeri – books podcast What is it like being a refugee? with Pajtim Statovci and Dina Nayeri – books podcast For Refugee Week, two writers discuss their experiences as asylum seekers and the challenges facing refugees around the world. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 18 Jun 2019 09:28:05 GMT 5d03715a8f08faa587054364 00:31:42 The Guardian Books, Culture, Refugees, Autobiography and memoir, Fiction in translation For Refugee Week, two writers discuss their experiences as asylum seekers and the challenges facing refugees around the world For Refugee Week, two writers discuss their experiences as asylum seekers and the challenges facing refugees around the world. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Women's prize winner Tayari Jones and Sandra Newman – books podcast Women's prize winner Tayari Jones and Sandra Newman – books podcast On this week’s show, we meet the author of An American Marriage fresh from her win, and speak to Newman about her time-travelling novel The Heavens. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 11 Jun 2019 07:00:27 GMT 5cfa8e858f08ff012e27043d 00:37:13 The Guardian Books, Culture, Fiction, Women's prize for fiction, Awards and prizes On this week’s show, we meet the author of An American Marriage fresh from her win, and speak to Newman about her time-travelling novel The Heavens On this week’s show, we meet the author of An American Marriage fresh from her win, and speak to Newman about her time-travelling novel The Heavens. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Hay festival special with Pat Barker, John Lanchester, Max Porter and more – books podcast Hay festival special with Pat Barker, John Lanchester, Max Porter and more – books podcast Claire and Sian bring you some of the highlights from the annual books festival held in the Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:28:46 GMT 5cf524a58f082f7da1f2cf9b 00:47:19 The Guardian Books, Culture, Hay festival, Festivals, Pat Barker, John Lanchester, Fiction, Amitav Ghosh, John Boyne, Max Porter Claire and Sian bring you some of the highlights from the annual books festival held in the Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye Claire and Sian bring you some of the highlights from the annual books festival held in the Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Inside the world of trauma cleaners – books podcast Inside the world of trauma cleaners – books podcast Sarah Krasnostein talks about her biography The Trauma Cleaner and we remember children’s author Judith Kerr. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 28 May 2019 13:37:09 GMT 5ce82d1e8f0807b455f87cfb 00:33:39 The Guardian yes Books, Culture, Biography books, Judith Kerr, Children and teenagers, Picture books Sarah Krasnostein talks about her biography The Trauma Cleaner and we remember children’s author Judith Kerr Sarah Krasnostein talks about her biography The Trauma Cleaner and we remember children’s author Judith Kerr. 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Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; 'You can't sustain a career on shocking people': is Bret Easton Ellis genuine? – books podcast 'You can't sustain a career on shocking people': is Bret Easton Ellis genuine? – books podcast The American Psycho author talks about the reactions to his first book in 10 years, and we discuss the UK’s new poet laureate, Simon Armitage. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 14 May 2019 11:49:42 GMT 5cd59af68f08d2b474eb94e5 00:49:47 The Guardian yes Bret Easton Ellis, Books, Culture, Essays, Poetry, Simon Armitage, Poet laureate The American Psycho author talks about the reactions to his first book in 10 years, and we discuss the UK’s new poet laureate, Simon Armitage The American Psycho author talks about the reactions to his first book in 10 years, and we discuss the UK’s new poet laureate, Simon Armitage. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Heida: the Icelandic model who became a shepherd – books podcast Heida: the Icelandic model who became a shepherd – books podcast On this week’s show, we speak to Heida Ásgeirsdóttir about her life as a farmer, and to Irish writer Sinéad Gleeson about her collection Constellations. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod">theguardian.com/bookspod</a> Tue, 07 May 2019 12:09:52 GMT 5ccc7f7a8f087d3be8782eaf 00:36:31 The Guardian Books, Culture, Biography books, Essays, Iceland On this week’s show, we speak to Heida Ásgeirsdóttir about her life as a farmer, and to Irish writer Sinéad Gleeson about her collection Constellations On this week’s show, we speak to Heida Ásgeirsdóttir about her life as a farmer, and to Irish writer Sinéad Gleeson about her collection Constellations. Help support our independent journalism at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/bookspod&quot;&gt;theguardian.com/bookspod&lt;/a&gt; Joe Dunthorne and Sarah Crossan on poetry and fiction – books podcast Joe Dunthorne and Sarah Crossan on poetry and fiction – books podcast On this week’s show, Crossan talks about using poetry in her novel-in-verse Toffee and Dunthorne shares why he writes poetry to escape novels. 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