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Quick Book Reviews

Philippa Hall

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With regular author interviews and honest short book reviews, covering many genres. Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mere Mortals Book Reviews

Kyrin Down & Juan Granados

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Hey we are the Mere Mortals and we review books of all genres/styles but with an emphasis on those that have stood the test of time (the 'classics' if you will). Join us on Weekly live episode on Thurs 11am AEST (Thurs 1am UTC+0) plus bonus episodes from my cohost Juan.
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Welcome to Pure Cringe, where your host, a snarky Gen x’er, laughs & cringes while recapping classic Bravo TV shows & books penned by Bravo TV Stars! Your commute will never seem shorter as we dissect every romance, every jaw-dropping scandal, & every hilarious moment of your favorite Bravo shows at their peak--the early seasons! In between, let’s explore what happens when messy Bravo TV reality stars become published authors--buckle up for candid book reviews and breakdowns of some of the m ...
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Welcome Book Lovers! Books.Com is a podcast that celebrates anything and everything about books. Hosted by bookworm Subhashini, each episode is designed to bring you stories that are most read, from the annals of history, literature, from fiction/nonfiction and from far and near. Listeners get insights into their favourite authors' lives, reading tips, reviews/summaries interestingly in English, Hindi, and Tamil. So, tune in every Fornight to listen her gush about popular and not so popular ...
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All types of running related books are reviewed by two non-elite track, road and trail runners. Observation and description of running books intended to inform, help and inspire anyone involved or related to running at any level. Whenever possible we chat with the author about the book, but if not then we try to do it justice. If you have been enjoying the podcast and want more, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also go to our Buy Me A Coffee website where we have a few mo ...
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Dive into the world of insights and ideas with Rambling Dan Rose Deep Dive Book Reviews! We explore a wide range of topics through thoughtful, in-depth book reviews, offering inspiration, learning, and engaging conversations. Whether you’re here to expand your perspective or enjoy meaningful discussions, our content is crafted to inform and entertain. Join us as we unpack valuable insights on today’s most compelling subjects. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for updates on new content—than ...
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If you love storytelling, Punch The Timeline is the podcast for you. Each episode, Jarrod and friends tell you about the comics you should be reading. The PTT Brand also features Starman Supper Club, where Jarrod reviews each issue of the 1994 DC Comic Starman. Follow PTT on Twitter @timelinepunch and check out the Exit Zero newsletter on Substack.
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We do weekly reviews of DC Comic books, and talk about so much more (sorry about that, lol). We cover all of the big books in depth and the rest of them as well - If there's titles you want to hear more on, let us know! You can join the Discord for free right now, where it's pretty much anything Geek you can think of in a place where any kind of Geek can feel free to be themselves. Watch our Livestreams, chat in real time and in the server, while we all talk about our favorite things... In T ...
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Business Book Reviews

Bob Garlick

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Join us as we talk about great business books and how they change the way people do business. Each week we chat with a local entrepreneur and find out more about a book they have read recently. Why did they buy it? What was a great "learning" from the book? How long did it take them to read it? Get real feedback o a book to help you save time and money on your next book commitment.
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Maurice’s Book Review podcast is simply put a podcast where we will be reviewing, rating and discussing the purpose and power of a mix of my personal favorite books and some of the top recommended books out in the market. Whether your a habitual reader or could not finish a book if they paid you like I once used to be, this podcast is for you. This podcast is here to spark conversation and open minds to different subject matters
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Welcome to my podcast. Look, I just love reading books. So I'll read one or two interesting books a month and post reviews and questions/discussions on them. The format will mostly be unedited ramblings. Most importantly, I will ask a few questions and set the stage for discussions and also leave links for surveys and yes/no answers on google forms to get your opinions on certain things about the book/writings. I just want to be part of this wonderful community.
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Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things . Enjoy Interviews with those in the book business. Meet new authors. Explore curating your library with new genres and discover new authors. revisit the classics with a twist. Your host Deirdre Pippins, also known as Ms. Media Content, is a board membe ...
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Welcome to "Page By Page Book Reviews," the ultimate podcast for book enthusiasts! Hosted by Nicholas Creighton, each episode dives deep into the latest and greatest in the world of literature. From gripping thrillers and heartwarming romances to insightful non-fiction and magical fantasies, we cover it all. Join us as we provide in-depth reviews, author interviews, and discussions on book trends and recommendations. Whether you're looking for your next great read or just love talking about ...
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In this podcast, your host, Jason Iwara, will be reviewing different book series' like Dog Man, Big Nate, Magic Tree House, and Captain Underpants. You guys will send me different books that I should review. There are different types of books, and if you guys send them to me, I will surely review them. If you want to give me a suggestion, comment on the podcasts and tell me which books to review. I am very excited to start reviewing books with you guys.
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If you’re a Christian parent looking for the next great read for your kid or a kid who is looking for a new book, this is the podcast for you. We quickly review popular books and let you know what to look out for in them. We also look at the book from a Biblical lens to evaluate Gospel ties that can be made. No spoilers for the books, but you can be sure that these books are parent-reviewed and sometimes even kid-tested. Enjoy the show and have a great read for your next book. https://randal ...
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Rock 'n' Roll books and documentaries from classic rock music legends are reviewed, previewed, and most importantly recommended. Join host Big Rick as he spotlights all the new rock 'n' roll books and docs from the most iconic rock bands in history and points out where to go for the good stuff. The Allman Brothers, Rush, Bruce Springsteen, Cheap Trick, The Beatles, Van Halen, REM, The Grateful Dead, and Bob Dylan are just a few artists with must read, must see, new projects out. Tune in ever ...
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Super Tuesday isn’t just for politics anymore. Now it represents the day of the week where we get CW’s The Flash and ABC’s Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD back to back. Dpalm and Kriss are here to recap and nerd out about both shows. Join Us. We also cover Arrow & Legends of Tomorrow and Shanna & the Doctor review Supergirl
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You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. 'The Tao Of Pooh & The Te Of Piglet' by Benjamin Hoff is a light read interpreting Taoism through the lens of A. A. Milne's 'Winnie The Pooh' characters. Core concepts such as The Way & Wu Wei are explored and why certain characters embody various aspects of the re…
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The Who at two very different stages of their career is presented not only visually (this book has over 500 pictures!) but also with an engaging narrative. Teenage Wasteland: The Who at Winterland, 1968 and 1976 is an innovative approach. One that succeeds because it found a way of delivering all these pictures with comprehensive coverage of The Wh…
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I review: The Library of the Dead by T. L. Huchu Missing White Woman by Kellye Garrett Small Bomb at Dimperley by Lissa Evans. And I interview Jamie West about his latest book: Murder at the Matinee. Jamie recommends: Burying Jericho by William Hussey The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie Godfrey Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jędrowski, Hosted o…
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Join Maria and Heather on a fun filled trip back to Hoboken, NJ. as they watch the final 5 designers create updated looks for the U.S. Postal Service letter carriers. The fashion is mostly good, but the vibes are beyond cringe. Some highlights: Wendy's performance as Best Villian AND Best Victim! Jay's creative sweat patterns. Austin's modeling Deb…
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Send us a text When we had Matt on the podcast at the end of 2024 there were several topics we never got a chance to talk about. Two of them, running form and breathing, are things that Matt is passionate about because he believes they can make a big difference for runners. We obviously had to have Matt on again to talk about these topics, and he a…
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Do you want to be rich or wealthy? Do you want to earn money because you want to buy 'things' just to show-off people how rich you are or do you want to earn money to secure a future that is stable and well-grounded. In this review, Subhashini discusses life's most important topic - Money from the book "The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel and…
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I interview Rebecca Thorne about “Tea You At The Alter” her latest book in the ‘Tomes & Tea’ quartet The 3 books that Rebecca recommends: This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mahtar and Max Gladstone Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss & Tahl Raz The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…
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What happens inside the head when you learn a 2nd language? 'The Bilingual Brain' by Albert Costa is a quick summary of academic research on bilingual vs monolingual speakers. He looks at effects that knowing a 2nd language can have on the physical wiring as well as behavioural differences. So things like response times, vocab limits, gray matter d…
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Sly Stone invented a sound and style that took the world by storm. It's safe to say there would be no Prince if it weren't for Sly. So why did it come to such a crashing end? Questlove directs a documentary that goes right after the challenges that ruined Sly's music and life while celebrating his genius. BIG NEWS ABOUT THIS MONTH"S GIVEAWAY!! *Wan…
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Philippa interviews Trevor Wood about “The Silent Killer” and reviews Annie Bot by Sierra Greer & Only Big Bum Bum Matters Tomorrow by Damilare KuKu. Link to Trevor’s fundraising for Alzheimers Research: https://justgiving.com/page/trevor-wood-1731935935062 Trevor recommends: Blood Like Mine by Stuart Neville Paperboy by Callum McSorley A Serpent i…
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Philippa Interviews Heather Salisbury, Programme Manager of The Hay Festival. To book tickets for the Hay Festival and find out information about events click here: https://www.hayfestival.com/hay-on-wye/home Heather’s 3 book recommendations: Meditation for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman The Peanut Jones series by Rob Biddulph Confessions by Catherine …
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In this episode, we delve into key insights from Robert Greene's The 48 Laws of Power, highlighting powerful lessons on navigating relationships, mastering influence, and understanding human psychology. From the importance of knowing the rules—even if you choose not to follow them—to mastering strategic silence and spotting concealed intentions, th…
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Isn't it common sense to go wild & fight!!! 'Common Sense' by Thomas Paine is a small pamphlet distributed just before the start of the American Revolution. In it he makes arguments for why they should break away from English governance to become their own independent country and not a colony. These focus on religious views of kings, the illegitima…
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Peter Wolf ex lead singer of The J.Geils Band delivers 35 chapters on his encounters with the most unusual, and extremely interesting people who came into his life. Alfred Hithcock, Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, David Lynch, Julia Child, Norman Rockwell, Van Morrison, John Lee Hooker and Faye Dunaway all play a significant part in this story. And that i…
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Today Philippa reviews: The Wolf Tree by Laura McCluskey Tell Me a Dragon by Jackie Morris Spring Unfurled by Angela Harding. Plus Philippa interviews Kate Fagan about The Three Lives of Cate Kay. Kate recommends: Bel Canto by Ann Pratchett The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Plain Bad Heroines by Emily Danforth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…
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Power is an elusive force, but Robert Greene distills it into 48 strategic laws that have stood the test of time. In this review, I break down the core themes, structure, and key takeaways from The 48 Laws of Power—a book that is equally revered and feared. This isn't just another self-help book; it's a deep dive into historical power dynamics, man…
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Out of interest, what price do you put on your time? 'The Price Of Time' by Edward Chancellor is a look at interest rates across history and what effects they have had on human behaviour & therefore economic activity. His central argument is that the current rates of interest seen in modern times are too low and have led to distorted & unproductive…
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Mike Campbell's memoir Heartbreaker, written with Ari Surdoval, is going to blow the minds of every Tom Petty fan. This book includes stories never told and a depth that is rare in a memoir. It is chock full of stories never told and uncovers the inner workings of Mike's relationship with Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. ******This week's SHOUT OUT…
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Philippa reviews: The Poppy War by R F Kuang A Serial Killer’s Guide to Marriage by Asia Mackay. Deadfall by A K Turner Plus Philippa does the Favourites book tag. 10 Questions: 1. A book you tell people is your favourite 2. A book that is your guilty pleasure 3. A book everyone loved but you didn’t 4. A book you read the fastest 5. A book that des…
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Send us a text In this episode we have a repeat guest, Claire Maxted, and she talks to us about her new book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook. The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook is not called “ultimate” for no reason. It goes through many topics in a beginner friendly way with lots of lists and pictures. If you have Claires previous book, The …
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I talk to Tyrone from BookishDadReads about his experience with mental health challenges and the books. Please note we discuss some serious subjects including child abuse and suicide. Tyrone’s own book is called “What Comes After Rock Bottom” (by Tyrone Reid) Tyrone’s 3 Fantasy book recommendations: Red Rising by Pierce Brown Blood Over Bright Have…
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Everybody is out for money ... politicians just want yours as well. 'The Gilded Age' by Mark Twain & Charles Dudley Warner is a fictional tale of the money, speculation & intrigue of American politics. It has two main branches of the story that intersect. The first is about a cast of small town people who seek out the riches of Washington (Laura, W…
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A hearty and healthy good morning to you, wonderful listener! Join Evan and Nick for a discussion on all things other worldly on this, the top of your week. If Evan's voice sounds blown out, he has no idea why it sounds that way. He didn't mess with any EQ stuff and his interface was at the same gain level it's always at. Maybe there's a troll livi…
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I interview Cara Hunter about her brand new crime book “Making A Killing” And I review The Dentist by Tim Sullivan Bridget Jones’ Diary by Helen Fielding The Archers Unseen by Julie Beckett Cara Hunter recommends the following 3 books: The Memory Game by Nicci French Unfortunately She Was A Nymphomaniac by Joan Smith  We Are All Guilty Here by Kari…
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Join Maria for a fun solo episode as she cringes long and hard as these designers try to create a cohesive collection out of thrifted clothing. Its awkward moments are only eclipsed by the shit fashion. Some highlights: Rob's utter confusion at every stage of the design process Wendy's evil side coming out in full force as her own personal grooming…
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 02:56 Episode Number Confusion 05:53 Exciting News: Donny Cates Returns 08:56 Captain America Creative Team Announcement 12:01 Marvel's New Initiatives and Series 15:02 Dark Gwenpool Announcement 21:00 New Godzilla Series 24:02 Captain America: The New World Order Review 25:33 The Fantastic Fou…
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Join Jarrod comic creator Mike Hartigan for the latest episode of Exit Zero! On this week's episode, Mike has a Curb Your Enthusiasm take, Jarrod talks about The Pitt, the guys talk NXT and AEW, and discuss the DC Comics Style Guide. Find the livestream of this episode on Mike's Youtube! Follow Mike: scribblesbymike.com youtube.com/mikehartigan twi…
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Today we review Jonathan Turley's "The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage" which examines the historical and philosophical foundations of free speech, particularly in the United States. The book traces the evolution of free speech from ancient Greece to the American Republic, highlighting the tension between individual autonomy and …
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Unjustified negativity has funny ways of rebounding right back at you. 'The Lucky Country' by Donald Horne is a a subjective snapshot of Australian life in the 1960's. Donald creates a depiction of the average person, our way of life, relation to other countries (especially Asia) and the political landscape. He is rather scathing when taken as a wh…
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Today we review David Moscrop's "Too Dumb for Democracy?" which examines the reasons behind flawed political choices and proposes methods for enhancing decision-making. Moscrop investigates cognitive biases, emotional influences, and the impact of media framing, priming, and agenda-setting on individual judgment. Moscrop further analyzes how instit…
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All the latest book buzz and doc news from artists like: Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, Brian Wilson, Tom Petty, Genesis, The Cars, Peter Wolf of The J.Geils Band and many more. Find out the news on all the upcoming titles. *Want to stay on top of the world of Rock N Roll Book and Documentaries? That's also easy. Sign up for the Monthly BLAST!! the newsl…
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Today I interview Helen Fields about her book, The Profiler, And review: The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong By Any Other Name by Jodie Picoult A Beginner's Guide to Dying by Simon Boas. The Tim Sullivan DS Cross series Helen Fields recommends Remarkbly Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Hex by Thomas Olde Heuvelt A Town Like Alice by Nevi…
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Send us a text The Frontrunner is a fictional coming of age story about a boy named Russ who grows up without a mother, and loses his father to cancer when he's barely an adult. He grows up running everywhere, and later finds out that running can bring much more to his life. On the other side of the world in Russia, twin brothers are taken from the…
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Today, we review Eric Storm's Nationalism: A World History, which examines the evolution of nationalism from premodern Europe to the post-Cold War era. The book traces the development of nation-states, exploring their relationship with citizenship, state-building, and cultural homogenization. Significant attention is paid to the interplay between n…
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Be ready to know about Afghani culture with two little friends, an unspeakable secret, and the quest for redemption. In this episode, Subhashini reviews debutant writer Khaled Hosseini’s bestseller "The Kite Runner" which vividly covers the universal themes of friendship, guilt, betrayal, and atonement. If you like the show, please do consider foll…
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Surprisingly, if you appeal to tired & worn out people it might just reflect in your own work. 'Blue Ocean Strategy' by W. Chan Kim & Renée Mauborgne is a business strategy book promoting the idea of moving away from a contested core business to less competitive greener pastures. Highlights several companies that have done this and why they were su…
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How did one man create a guitar shop where Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Slash, Joe Bonamassa, Melisa Ethridge and Kiefer Sutherland all felt as comfortable as a regular customer? This documentary Norm's Rare Guitars looks at the story behind one of the most iconic guitar shops in the world. *Want to win a free copy of Chris Stein of Blond…
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