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Karen Russell Discusses "Orange World and Other Stories"
The author of "Swamplandia!" and "Vampires in the Lemon Grove" reads from a stunning new collection of short fiction. Recorded on May 22, 2019.
Listen to Audio (01:06:54) | View transcription (pdf) | Posted May 2019
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Tony Horwitz discusses 'Spying on the South'
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist Tony Horwitz will discuss his new book, "Spying on the South." Recorded on May 18, 2019.
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Bill McKibben discusses Falter
McKibben's earlier work offered prescient warnings about climate change. But in his newest book he suggests the danger is broader than that. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion about the future. Recorded on May 2, 2019.
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Laila Lalami discusses The Other Americans
Lalami will discuss her powerful novel about the suspicious death of a Moroccan immigrant - a family saga, murder mystery, and a love story, informed by the treacherous fault lines of American culture. Recorded on April 2, 2019.
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Cory Doctorow discusses "Radicalized"
Join us to hear Doctorow discuss his timely book, comprised of four science fiction novellas connected by social, technological, and economic visions of today and what America could be in the near future. Recorded on March 28, 2019.
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Barry Lopez discusses "Horizon"
Join us to hear National Book Award winner Lopez discuss one of his most personal books yet: a vivid and poetic account of his world travels and the encounters that have shaped his extraordinary life. Recorded on March 21, 2019.
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An evening of science fiction with Nancy Kress, Jack Skillingstead and Daryl Gregory
Join science fiction authors Nancy Kress, Jack Skillingstead and Daryl Gregory for a reading and discussion. The Q&A will be moderated by the always funny fellow writer Adam Rakunas. Recorded on March 20, 2019.
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Samantha Allen discusses Real Queer America: LGBT Stories from Red States
Join us to hear about Allen's cross-country road-trip through the surprisingly vibrant queer communities sprouting up in red states, offering a vision of a stronger, more humane America. Recorded on March 12, 2019.
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An Evening With Seanan McGuire
Join us for an evening with Seanan McGuire, likely to touch on topics ranging from writing and storytelling to amusement parks. Recorded on March 6, 2019.
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Pete Buttigieg Discusses 'Shortest Way Home'
Join us to hear the mayor of South Bend, Indiana share two personal success stories: of being a veteran who came out and found acceptance while in office, and of revitalizing his struggling Rust Belt city. Recorded on Feb. 28, 2019.
View Video (01:07:34) | View transcription (pdf) | Posted February 2019