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Men Of The Nightlife 1:10:30

5d ago1:10:30

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Caria the cutie behind the bar & I hosted this panel to highlight the men's perspective of the party scene in Baltimore. We discussed how they got into the party scene, what the party scene is like today versus the past and they also shared some advice for the upcoming promoters. We had some issues with the first half of the video so please check o…

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Episode 112: In Her Words: Women in Translation 2025 1:03:08

6d ago1:03:08

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We’re back for another round of Women in Translation Month! Each August, readers around the world celebrate books written by women and translated into English, spotlighting voices the too often go unheard. In this episode, we each pick five WIT titles we’re planning to read this month. We promise our goal is not to derail your carefully curated TBR…

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Episode 111: Two Friends Walk into a Bookstore: A Day Out with Trevor and Paul 41:24

20d ago41:24

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This week’s episode comes with poor sound quality and excellent vibes. For the first time ever, Paul and Trevor met in person! Join us as we take the show on the road—through bookstores, libraries, and one unforgettable day of literary wandering. From the cozy aisles of The King’s English to the rarified shelves of Moon’s Rare Books, with stops at …

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Episode 110: The End: Last Lines That Stick the Landing 1:44:39

1M ago1:44:39

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How do you wrap up a great book? in this episode, Paul and Trevor dive into the final sentences that left them stunned, satisfied, or haunted. From quiet farewells to explosive conclusions, we’re celebrating the art of the last line—and how a final passage can reshape everything that came before. What’s a last line that you’ll never forget? We’ve g…

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LAURA ROCKWOOD: Retired Gen. Counsel for Vienna’s International Atomic Energy Agency. Expert on Iranian nuclear capabilities. 1:16:21

1M ago1:16:21

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LAURA ROCKWOOD: Retired Gen. Counsel for Vienna’s International Atomic Energy Agency. Expert on Iranian nuclear capabilities.Summary In this conversation, Laura Rockwood, a former senior legal advisor at the IAEA, shares her extensive experience in nuclear nonproliferation, particularly in relation to Iran and Iraq. The discussion covers the comple…

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Episode 109: The Lighter Side of the Stacks: Funny Books 1:45:20

2M ago1:45:20

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In this episode, Paul and Trevor are joined by Kate from The Book Club Review Podcast for a lively discussion about funny books. From dry wit to outright absurdity, we explore the kinds of humor that make us laugh out loud—or quietly smirk into our sleeves—and why comic novels deserve a place on every bookshelf. We also announce the winner of our J…

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Behind the Plate with Joe West - Ep. #185 1:15:50

2M ago1:15:50

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Joe West, a retired MLB umpire, shares his experiences and insights on various topics, including the impact of media on public perception, the complexities of immigration policies, and the integrity of sports. The discussion also touches on personal anecdotes from military service, the role of law enforcement,…

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Episode 108: From Our Shelves with Pride: LGBTQIA+ Reads We Love 1:27:21

2M ago1:27:21

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Happy Pride Month! In this episode Trevor and Paul share some of our favorite works of LGBTQIA+ literature (and films)—works that have moved us, challenged us, and expanded our sense of the world. We reflect on how queer literature has shaped our understanding over the years and discuss the importance of lifting up these voices—especially in a mome…

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Robbie Siegelman - Legendary Horse Trainer, Owner Siegelman Stables, 1:31:23

2M ago1:31:23

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Billy O'Connor and Frank Pace and Robbie Siegelman and Derrec Harris

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107: Goals or Guilt? A Check-in on Our Reading Ambitions 1:24:28

3M ago1:24:28

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In this episode, Paul and Trevor check in on our 2025 reading goals—where we’ve succeeded, where we’ve faltered, and most importantly how our goals are impacting our reading experience. Are we setting ourselves up for success, or are we creating unnecessary pressure? We dive into the positives and potentials pitfalls of reading ambitions, exploring…

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ARTIS GILMORE BB Hall of Famer talks the NBA Playoffs and reminisces on his love affair w/ basketball. Ep. #183 1:16:39

3M ago1:16:39

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In this engaging conversation, Artis Gilmore shares his experiences as a Hall of Fame basketball player and his recent golfing achievements. The discussion transitions from his golfing exploits, including a memorable hole in one, to reflections on the evolution of basketball, the physicality of the game, and the impact of his college team at Jackso…

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106: Bookshelf Roulette: Surprises from the Shelf 1:16:22

3M ago1:16:22

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In this episode we’re shaking things up with Bookshelf Roulette! No pre-planned selections—just pure randomness. Using a random number generator, we each pick a few books from our shelves and dive into spontaneous discussions. Did we read them? Do we love them? Do we remember them? From forgotten gems to books we’ve been meaning to get to, we explo…

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John Filo, Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographer (Kent St. Photo) 1:20:18

3M ago1:20:18

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John Filo’s iconic picture of 14-year-old Mary Ann Vecchio screaming while kneeling over the dead body of 20-year-old Jeffrey Miller, one of the four victims of the Kent State shootings in 1970, won him the Pulitzer Prize in 1971. The shooting by members of the Ohio National Guard occurred at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio on May 4, 1970. The …

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Episode 105: Wrists Be Damned: or, How We Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Big Books 2:00:51

3M ago2:00:51

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In this episode, Trevor and Paul are joined by Chris Via of Leaf by Leaf to celebrate the experience of reading big books. From the books that once intimidated us to the ones we now can't imagine our overburdened shelves without, we dive into what makes a book feel "big." Along the way, we share personal stories, favorite strategies for tackling do…

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MELISSA RAUCH: Star of TV’s Night Court, Co-Star of The Big Bang Theory. Ep. #157 1:15:26

4M ago1:15:26

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MELISSA RAUCH: Star of TV’s Night Court, Co-Star of The Big Bang Theory.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Melissa Rauch / Derrec Harris

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Episode 104: Hanne Ørstavik 1:18:46

4M ago1:18:46

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What happens when a writer turns silence, fear, grief—and love?—into novels that are barely a couple hundred pages but echo for days? Whether it’s love withheld, misplaced, or mourned, Ørstavik’s novels speak to each other through unspoken longing and the disorienting nature of grief—with a quiet, cumulative power that’s hard to shake. In this epis…

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Trump Tariffs, The State of the Union and Baseball. Ep.# 182 1:18:47

4M ago1:18:47

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Summary The conversation covers a range of topics including humorous anecdotes about toll booths, serious discussions on the stock market and Trump's economic strategies, psychological insights into Trump's behavior, the implications of tariffs, and the accountability of Congress regarding Social Security. The dialogue also touches on the intersect…

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Currie Graham Actor 1923, NYPD Blue, Reacher, Murder in the First Degree, Law and Order Ep. #181 1:18:37

4M ago1:18:37

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Currie Graham Actor 1923, NYPD Blue, Reacher, Murder in the First Degree, Law and OrderBilly O'Connor and Frank Pace and Currie Graham and Derrec Harris

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Ladies Of The Night Life 1:45:43

4M ago1:45:43

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WGE Podcast Center

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Episode 103: Charco Press 1:22:25

4M ago1:22:25

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It’s time for another publisher-centric episode, and it’s another stunner—we’re heading to Latin America (via Scotland!) to talk about the brilliant Charco Press! We dive into what makes Charco Press such a standout: their dedication to bringing contemporary Latin American literature to English-language readers, their thoughtful support of authors …

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Episode 102: Diving into the Past with Historical Fiction 1:53:26

5M ago1:53:26

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In this episode of The Mookse and the Gripes Podcast, we’re joined by Rohan Maitzen to explore the multifaceted world of historical fiction. Rohan guides us through the genre, unpacking its many layers and surprising complexities. From timeless classics to unexpected gems, we share some of our favorite examples from the genre and discuss how histor…

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Episode 101: Big News, Short Books 59:54

5M ago59:54

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Introducing the Mookse and Gripes Novella Reading Group! Through this year, we’re reading three novellas about love, longing, and leadership gone slightly off the rails. In this episode, we kick things off with some bookish banter before unveiling our new novella reading group on Discord. We have a short intermission for a special new game with a g…

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Episode 100: Questions, Answers, Books 2:57:30

6M ago2:57:30

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In this special centenary episode of The Mookse and the Gripes Podcast, we're shaking things up with an Ask Us Anything celebration! Join us as we answer listeners’ questions covering everything from our favorite books and authors to the behind-the-scenes moments of the podcasting process. We’re answering it all, sharing some fun stories, and offer…

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JOE CORCORAN - Broadway Empresario - Producer of the TONY N’ TINA’S WEDDING Ep. #180 1:04:50

6M ago1:04:50

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Broadway Empresario, JOE CORCORAN, Producer of the TONY N’ TINA’S WEDDING now entering it’s 37th year in production world wide.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / JOE CORCORAN / Derrec Harris

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Episode 99: Books We Think About All the Time 1:48:08

6M ago1:48:08

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We’re joined by the amazing poet and essayist Elisa Gabbert to discuss some of the books that we think about all the time. We each share three books that are always on our minds and discuss the many reasons some works become such and important part of who we are. Which ones would you pick? Shownotes Books * Any Person Is the Only Self, by Elisa Gab…

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Adam Katz: Uber Baseball Agent – The Wasserman Group…Plus Umpire legend Joe West returns. #179 32:19

7M ago32:19

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Adam Katz: Uber Baseball Agent – The Wasserman Group…Plus Umpire legend Joe West returnsBilly O'Connor / Frank Pace / Adam Katz / Joe West / Derrec Harris

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Episode 98: City Books 1:16:47

7M ago1:16:47

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From glistening skyscrapers and bustling downtowns to dark alleys and creeping urban decay, cities are endlessly complicated and diverse. And so are the books that take place in urban settings. This week, we share some of our favorite city books and chat about what makes these environments so fascinating. What are your favorites? Shownotes Books * …

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Anthony Rich: Director, credits include: Big Bang Theory, Mom, Night Court Ep. #178 1:26:55

7M ago1:26:55

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Anthony Rich: Director, credits include: Big Bang Theory, Mom, Night CourtBilly O'Connor / Frank Pace / Anthony Rich / Derrec Harris

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Episode 97: 2025 Reading Horizons 1:34:10

7M ago1:34:10

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To kick off the new year, we discuss some of he 2025 new releases we’re most excited about. We also share our personal 5 in ‘25—five books (new or old) that we can’t wait to read this year. What are yours? Shownotes Books * Miss MacIntosh, My Darling, by Marguerite Young * Middlemarch, by George Eliot * Lies and Sorcery, by Elsa Morante, translated…

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Episode 96: Our Favorite Books We Read in 2024, Part II 2:02:23

8M ago2:02:23

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For our final episode of 2024, we finish our annual best of the year extravaganza! Here we are joined by more friends sharing their favorite reads of the year as we go through our top five. Happy New Year! We will see you in 2025! Shownotes Books * The Overstory, by Richard Powers * Septology, by Jon Fosse, translated by Damion Searls * A Shining, …

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Bad Santa Calls us on Zoom. Ep.#176 17:50

8M ago17:50

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Bad Santa and Mrs. Claus show us what it's like to be married. Bad Santa get a little tipsy.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Dan Frischman / Derrec Harris

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Episode 95: Our Favorite Books We Read in 2024, Part I 1:42:26

8M ago1:42:26

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Trevor and Paul are back with the fourth annual best of the year extravaganza! In Part I, we count down the first half of our en favorite reads of 2024—and we are once again joined by a cast of friends and listeners who share some of their top books and best reading experiences of the year! Another great chance to grow your TBR pile for 2025! Shown…

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Billy Van Zandt - EP credits include (Suddenly Susan, Wayans Brothers), Actor: Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Stevie Van Zandt-The Disciple, Author: Because It’s Funny. Ep. #175 1:12:42

8M ago1:12:42

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Billy Van Zandt: EP credits include (Suddenly Susan, Wayans Brothers), Actor: Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Stevie Van Zandt-The Disciple, Author: Because It’s Funny.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Billy Van Zandt / Derrec Harris

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Episode 94: Javier Marías 1:21:55

9M ago1:21:55

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Since his death in 2022, we have been wanting to dedicate an episode to Spanish novelist Javier Marías, a master of the distrusting, long sentence. We had a lovely time reflecting on his books, which we could read again and again. What is your favorite Javier Marías book? Shownotes Books * Doctor Thorne, by Anthony Trollope * Great Fear on the Moun…

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Ballard Smith - Former President, San Diego Padres. Ep. #174 52:38

9M ago52:38

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Former President, San Diego Padres. McDonald’s Board of Trustees 1983-97. Seen with the late Joan Kroc.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Ballard Smith / Derrec Harris

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Episode 93: Books We Wanted to Reread Immediately 1:34:56

9M ago1:34:56

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What books have you wanted to reread as soon as you finished them? Inspired by this fascinating prompt from our friend Nora, we decided to dive into this fun topic. We talk about the categories of books that inspire immediate rereads, share a few of our own examples, and discuss when (or if) we’ve ever actually done it. What books have inspired you…

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Wendie Malick - Award Winning Actress. Credits include; Shrinking, Night Court, Hot in Cleveland, Just Shoot Me. Ep. #173 1:07:17

9M ago1:07:17

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Wendie Malick: Award Winning Actress. Credits include; Shrinking, Night Court, Hot in Cleveland, Just Shoot Me & about every other show in the last 35 yearsBilly O'Connor / Frank Pace / Wendie Malick / Derrec Harris

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Episode 92: Essays, Part II 1:24:43

10M ago1:24:43

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We love talking about essays so much, we decided to do it again! This week, we pick up where we left off a few episodes ago, chatting about more of our favorite essayists and collections. We also share a few from our essay TBR piles. What are some of your favorites? Shownotes Books * Greenglass House, by Kate Milford * Ghosts of Greenglass House, b…

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Matthew Laurance - Actor - Beverly Hills 90210 (Mel Silver), Eddie & The Cruisers Ep. #171 1:13:09

10M ago1:13:09

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Matthew Laurance: Actor, credits include; Beverly Hills 90210 (Mel Silver), Eddie & The Cruisers (Sal Amato) and Saturday Night Live (Regular Cast Member).Matthew Laurance / Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Derrec Harris

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Episode 91: Digressions with Mark Haber 1:40:29

10M ago1:40:29

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This week, we’re joined by our good friend Mark Haber to discuss his wonderful books, including the brand new Lesser Ruins. Fittingly, this episode features numerous digressions into literary influences and loves, coffee, music, art, travel, and much more! Shownotes Books * The Cemetery of Untold Stories, by Julia Alvarez * The Rainbow, by D.H. Law…

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Frazer Smith: Legendary Disc Jockey/Host/Stand-up Comedian Ep.# 171 1:26:23

10M ago1:26:23

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Frazer Smith: Legendary Disc Jockey/Host/Stand-up ComedianFrazer Smith / Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Joe West / Derrec Harris

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Episode 90: Essays, Part I 1:38:32

10M ago1:38:32

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This week’s episode is all about essays! From nature writing, to reviews and criticism, to personal reflections and familiar essays, this form offers something for everyone. In this episode, we share our thoughts and experiences, including our go-to varieties and favorite examples. What are yours? Shownotes Books * The Woman in Black, by Susan Hill…

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Gary Anthony Williams Actor Night Court - Ep. #170 59:50

10M ago59:50

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Gary Anthony Williams: Actor; Credits include: Night Court, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Uncle Ruckus and Boston Legal.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Gary Anthony Williams / Derrec Harris

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Episode 89: Benchwarmer Books 1:25:30

11M ago1:25:30

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We all have those books that are waiting in the wings, begging for a chance to make their way off the shelf and into our hands. This week, we chat about why some books seem to get stuck on the sidelines, even though we always think they’ll be the next one up. We discuss some of the reasons this happens and each share five of our own benchwarmer boo…

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The Gents 2 - The Current Political Climate and State of the World. Ep. #169 1:10:39

11M ago1:10:39

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The Mick and The Mook Discuss the assassination attempt and the state of the union.Billy O'Connor / Frank Pace / Derrec Harris

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Episode 88: Women in Translation 1:41:58

11M ago1:41:58

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To close out Women In Translatjon month, we’re thrilled to be joined by poet and translator Robin Myers. We chat about the art of translation and the importance of providing access to and for wide a range of voices. And we each share three translated books written by women that we think you should know about. What did you read this year during #WIT…

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Rod Carew is one of the most talented players to ever don a major league uniform. 1:34:55

11M ago1:34:55

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Rodney Cline Carew was born on a train in Gatun, Panama on October 1, 1945. He moved with his family to New York when he was fourteen years old, and signed with the Minnesota Twins on the day he graduated from high school. Rod Carew is one of the most talented players to ever don a major league uniform. During his illustrious nineteen-year career h…

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David Fluhr: Nine Time Emmy Award winning Sound Mixer. Ep.# 168 1:07:16

12M ago1:07:16

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David Fluhr: Nine Time Emmy Award winning Sound Mixer.Billy O'Connor and Frank Pace

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Episode 87: The Story of Lucy Gault 1:32:56

12M ago1:32:56

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This week, we are joined from Down Under by veteran book blogger Kim Forrester to discuss our 2024 summer read, William Trevor’s The Story Of Lucy Gault. We discuss this heartbreaking, beautiful book, chat about William Trevor’s other works and make some recommendations (and plans) about where to go next. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much …

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Episode 86: Our Favorite Ten Books of the 21st Century So Far 1:32:25

1y ago1:32:25

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This week we have fun with all of the top books of the 21st century hype by sharing our own top 10 lists. We each killed a few darlings and made some very tough decisions. How did we do? What books would make your list? Summer Book Club The book for the Mookse and the Gripes Summer Book Club 2024 is William Trevor’s The Story of Lucy Gault. You can…

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