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“House of Fidelity,” a new book from Wall Street Journal deputy markets editor Justin Baer, is in the spotlight during this episode. His book tells the tale of the founding and development of Fidelity, the financial services behemoth, and the family saga that ensued, eventually leading to the installation of Abigail “Abby” Johnson as CEO. (06/2026)

“House of Fidelity,” a new book from Wall Street Journal deputy markets editor Justin Baer, is in the spotlight during this episode. His book tells the tale of the founding and development of Fidelity, the financial services behemoth, and the family saga that ensued, eventually leading to the installation of Abigail “Abby” Johnson as CEO. (06/2026)

Amanda has one of her ultimate fangirl moments when she sits down with Nalini Singh to talk about the final book in the Guild Hunter series. 

R. L. Maizes, also known as Rachel, joins us to talk about the differences between writing short stories and writing novels, what it's like to be an author far from any publishing hubs, and how living in Colorado has impacted her writing.Rachel's books, available for checkout at the library, include We Love Anderson Cooper, Other People's Pets, and her latest A Complete Fiction.

A special conversation with author Dr. Will Tuttle on their book “The World Peace Way: Six Keys to Health and Harmony for All.”Dr. Will Tuttle has spent over five decades studying what it actually takes to be healthy — not just physically, but psychologically, spiritually, and socially. A former Zen monk, PhD, and author of the international bestseller The World Peace Diet, he joins this conversation to walk through his newest book, The World Peace Way, a practical guide built around six keys: diet, spiritual practice, relationships, movement, nature, and creativity.What makes this conversation worth staying with is how grounded it is. Dr. Tuttle doesn't trade in abstractions — he talks about the pans you cook with, how you breathe, why squatting is better than sitting, and what junk media does to your cells. Ancient wisdom and cutting-edge science, made usable.=========================================KAJ Masterclass LIVEA video-first, live-first global conversation ecosystem — editorially independent, depth-driven, and supporter-sustained. Hosted by independent journalist Khudania Ajay (KAJ), KAJ Masterclass explores leadership, business, AI, careers, health, creativity, ideas, and the evolving human experience through thoughtful, unscripted conversations grounded in lived experience, clarity, and real-world insight.Every conversation is designed to leave you with something meaningful to think about, understand, or apply.

Sybil Derrible, professor of urban engineering at the University of Illinois, Chicago, and author of the popular science title ‘The Infrastructure Book: How Cities Work and Power Our Lives,' joins the program to discuss the state of global infrastructure. He is also a fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and was a lead author on the United Nations Environmental Program Seventh Global Environment Outlook (GEO-7). Derrible invites your questions and comments. He can be reached at derrible@uic.edu. (06/2026)

Sybil Derrible, professor of urban engineering at the University of Illinois, Chicago, and author of the popular science title ‘The Infrastructure Book: How Cities Work and Power Our Lives,' joins the program to discuss the state of global infrastructure. He is also a fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and was a lead author on the United Nations Environmental Program Seventh Global Environment Outlook (GEO-7). Derrible invites your questions and comments. He can be reached at derrible@uic.edu. (06/2026)

Sybil Derrible, professor of urban engineering at the University of Illinois, Chicago, and author of the popular science title ‘The Infrastructure Book: How Cities Work and Power Our Lives,' joins the program to discuss the state of global infrastructure. He is also a fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and was a lead author on the United Nations Environmental Program Seventh Global Environment Outlook (GEO-7). Derrible invites your questions and comments. He can be reached at derrible@uic.edu. (06/2026)

This week we had the pleasure of having Meghan Le Fay on the podcast discussing her debut novel The Wings of Life. We had so much fun learning about how she created this amazing world and even tested her knowledge on some famous pop culture dragons!  Meghan Le Fay hails from present-day Earth, despite her lifelong dream of being born as an elf in Middle-earth. A constant and consummate fan of fantasy, she lives, breathes, and dreams in the spidery language of the magic. Her works are inspired by her obsessions with mythology, medieval history, and all things magical and mystical—especially dragons. When not writing or daydreaming of other realms, Meghan can be found avoiding the Arizona desert heat through reading, crafting, music, or dance. Or having wild adventures (both real and imaginary) with her family. You can follow her on Instagram Or find her on her website Don't forget to check us out on all our socials as well! You can find us here!!

Leah sits down with Jack and Jasinda Wilder to chat about their most recent release, Jasinda's AudHD diagnosis, and their journey as co-writers. 

A special conversation with author Pierre Brosens on their book “From Stars To Consciousness: An Objective View Of Human Life Experience.”

Author Kate Clayborn stops by the podcast to chat with Leah about her most recent release The Paris Match. 

In a new video podcast, Geoffrey Dohrmann, chairman and CEO at Institutional Real Estate, Inc., interviews Gunnar Branson, CEO at AFIRE, to discuss Branson's new book, "Chasing Lights." The book covers themes such as endings as beginnings, and the danger of holding on; smallness, humility and connection; paying attention to small, beautiful things; honesty over performance in life and investing, and more. (05/2026)

This week on the podcast, we chat with Irish author Kathleen MacMahon whose fifth novel Other People's Lives was released on May 7th.Join us to hear why it took Kathleen so long to write this book, how important it is for authors to read, and how her next book will overlap with Other People's Lives.

The Success Chronicles presents The Path for Coaches Vol. 4 – Communication Author Spotlight!We had an amazing time interviewing our featured authors — Armando Jacinto, Brian Barnes, Dequan Chatman, Adrian Jackson, and Myron Sims — as they shared their personal journeys, the experience of contributing to the book, and powerful insights on the importance of communication in coaching and leadership.Each author brought wisdom, authenticity, and practical gems that will encourage coaches and leaders to communicate with purpose, build stronger relationships, and make a greater impact on those they serve. @ajacinto3 @bearockllc @coach_chat247 @pauljacksonsr @rillo_t#ThePathForCoaches #Communication #LeadershipDevelopment #Coaching #GoGetItChip Baker Resource Pagehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1SthFbf_iCbJgRXG4SasrLh1pWw9m50gnttFzHDGmutE/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0

Amanda and Leah sit down with author Kate Golden to talk about her newest release, her journey to becoming a published author, and what's ahead. 

On this week's episode of the Reading Materials Podcast we sit down to chat with author Claire Fuller, whose newest novel 'Hunger and Thirst' was published on May 7th.We had an amazing time hearing Claire compare the art of sculpting to the art of writing, why her novels end in ambiguity, how writing is really hard work, and how the only thing that ties Claire Fuller books together is that nothing ties them together.

Today, We are sitting down with Kristy Boyce, the writer of Hot British Boyfriend, Hot Dutch Daydream, and our favorite series, Gaming and Romance. On this episode, we sit down and discuss how Kristy found her love of writing and how it was to write a series that had DND intertwined within her story.   Check Out, Kristy Boyce! Website Instagram

Leah sits down with debut author Taylor Esposito to talk all things Boots Beneath Her Bed. 

Audible Bleeding editor Wen Kawaji (@WenKawaji) is joined by integrated vascular surgery resident Falen Demsas, 5th-year general surgery resident Sasank Kalipatnapu (@ksasank), JVS editor Dr. Duncan (@ADuncanVasc), and JVS-VL editor Dr. Ruth Bush to discuss some of our favorite articles in the JVS family of journals. This episode hosts Dr. Weaver, student doctor Finn, Dr. Sridharan, and Dr. Anan.    Articles:   Evaluating the Vascular Quality Initiative's role in advancing minority health and health disparities research―a scoping review Catheter-directed interventions versus surgical embolectomy in massive pulmonary embolism    Show Guests  Dr. Weaver: assistant professor of surgery and associate program director of the vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Utah. She is also the director of clinical operations efficiency at the University of Utah.  Finn Repella: rising 4th medical student at the University of Virginia Dr. Sridharan: associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Site Chief of vascular surgery at UPMC Mercy. Dr. Anan: research fellow in the division of vascular surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). She earned her MD from the American University of Beirut.    Notable mentions: From Bench to Bill: How a Transplant Nuance Became 1 of Only 57 Laws Passed in 2013   Follow us @audiblebleeding Learn more about us at https://www.audiblebleeding.com/about-1/ and provide us with your feedback with our listener survey.   *Gore is a financial sponsor of this podcast, which has been independently developed by the presenters and does not constitute medical advice from Gore. Always consult the Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to using any medical device.  

A special conversation with author Stuart Perrin on their book “Rudra Meditation: Transforming Life's Tension into Joy and Love.”=========================================*Guest*Stuart Perrin's book Rudra Meditation: Transforming Life's Tensions into Joy and Love is part memoir and part study of the deepest elements of meditation and how they can be made practical in daily life. We don't need to be a monk or nun or live in a monastery or ashram to recognize that sacred teachings are everywhere. A developed chakra system enables us to see that the real guru is life itself, and daily meditation practice transforms suffering and pain into harmony and balance and creates within ourselves a whole person.Connect:https://stuartperrin.com/=========================================*Host — Khudania Ajay (KAJ)*Independent journalist | 20+ years in media, leadership & storytelling | 2,500+ long-form conversations

Leah sits down with Ann Penny to chat about her author journey, Capturing Love, and all the things. 

Welcome to Episode 258! In a first for Book Cougars Author Spotlights, we welcome back an author not to discuss their next book, but to learn about why and how their first novel is being published for a second time – with a new publisher and a new ending! We enjoyed Heather Harper Ellett's debut novel, AIN'T NOBODY NOBODY, and were thrilled to invite her back to talk about the new life being breathed into her fantastic literary mystery, which also now has an audiobook version. Don't miss our conversation, which follows our regular segments. We finished/DNF'd some good/okay reads since last time: – PET SEMATARY by Stephen King – THE GOLDEN BOY by Patricia Finn – TRUE CRIME: A Memoir by Patricia Cornwell – RAISING HARE by Chloe Dalton – SHOELESS JOE JACKSON COMES TO IOWA: Stories by W.P. Kinsella In Biblio Adventures, we visited some fabulous independent and used bookstores: –CT: River Bend Bookshop's new location in West Hartford; Grey Matter Books, the Book Trader Cafe, and Atticus Bookstore Cafe in New Haven –MA: Papercuts Bookshop in Jamaica Plain, Boston –NYC: Pickle Books and P&T Knitwear Books on the Lower East Side And check out Emily's conversation with author Rebecca Kauffman about her novel THE RESERVATION over on Ingredient One. As always, we talk about more books and #biblioadventures than we list here. We hope you enjoy the episode and check out the show notes for links to all/most of the books, movies, and places that we mention. Happy Listening and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2026/episode258

Independent Christian authors face a discoverability crisis on mainstream platforms. We examine new Author Spotlight tools designed to connect faith-based writers with readers seeking spiritual content, and share practical strategies for using curated marketplaces to amplify your message. Ink Marks the Spot LLC dba ChristShare City: Faribault Address: 2040 Hiersche Road Website: https://www.christshare.com

Audible Bleeding Editor and vascular surgery fellow Richa Kalsi (@KalsiMD) is joined by 5th year general surgery resident Amol Kamat, JVS editor Dr. Audra Duncan (@ADuncanVasc), and JVS-VS editor Dr. John Curci (@CurciAAA) to discuss two great articles in the JVS family of journals. This episode hosts medical student Neha Shetty (LinkedIn),  Dr. Katherine Reitz (@MollReitz), Dr. Yasir Alsiraj, and Dr. Linda Cassis. Articles: Part 1: Prioritizing high-volume repair hospitals with ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms, for rural and nonrural patients (Shetty & Reitz) Part 2: Role of adipocyte angiotensinogen or angiotensin type 1a receptors in the development of diet-induced atherosclerosis or angiotensin II-induced abdominal aortic aneurysms (Alsiraj & Cassis) Show Guests Neha Shetty is currently a medical student within the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine's Class of 2027 Dr. Katherine Reitz is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Yasir Alsiraj is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences, Pediatrics, at the Saha Aortic Center at the University of Kentucky. Dr. Cassis is the Vice President of Research at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Follow us @audiblebleeding Learn more about us at https://www.audiblebleeding.com/about-1/ and provide us with your feedback with our listener survey. *Gore is a financial sponsor of this podcast, which has been independently developed by the presenters and does not constitute medical advice from Gore. Always consult the Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to using any medical device.

Leah and Amanda sit down with author Alexandra Kennington to chat about the exciting conclusion to her Blood and Souls Duology, Gods Beneath the Ice. 

In this episode of Reading Materials, we're joined by author Sasha Preston to talk about her novel The Sweetest Getaway, published last year. Sasha shares how she went from writing short stories for fun with a friend to becoming a published author, the importance of female friendships in both life and fiction, and her excitement around the release of the audiobook.

We have a fascinating Author Spotlight with EMILY FRANKLIN whose new novel comes out today! LOVE AND OTHER MONSTERS is historical fiction at its finest – engaging and well researched – that tells the story of Claire Clairmont, Mary Shelley's stepsister, who was very much a part of the group that spent time in that Swiss villa writing (or not writing) ghost stories to pass the time during the Year Without Summer. Who was Claire? Why has Claire been forgotten by history? Why did Mary intentionally leave Claire out of her 1831 preface to Frankenstein? You'll have to read the novel to find out, but first, we hope you enjoy our conversation with Emily. Books we discuss in our “Just Read” segment: WRITTEN IN THE WATERS: A Memory of History, Home, and Belonging by Tara Roberts IN THE SHADOW OF YOUNG GIRLS IN FLOWER: In Search of Lost Time, Volume 2 by Marcel Proust CRUEL & UNUSUAL, Scarpetta Book 4, by Patricia Cornwell THE SUMMER BOOK by Tove Jansson As always, we also talk about what we're currently reading, what we hope to read, and Biblio Adventures. Happy Listening and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2026/episode257

Leah sat down with author Bryn Donovan not talk about Her Time Traveling Duke as well as her author journey. 

John Coleman, co-CEO of Sovereign's Capital, is out with a new book titled Good Money: Six Steps to Building a Financial Life with Purpose and published by Harvard Business Review Press. The premise is straightforward but surprisingly under-discussed in financial circles: By most objective measures, we're wealthier than prior generations, yet greater wealth has not translated into greater well-being — especially when money becomes intertwined with status and identity. (03/2026) 

In this episode of the Reading Materials Podcast we are joined by the lovely Elizabeth Arnott, whose newest book The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives comes out on April 9th.We chatted about how her long-time fascination with true crime led to writing about serial killers, how to make the muse your bitch, and giving voice to the people who have suffered for the violent crimes of men.

Welcome to Episode 256 featuring our Author Spotlight with biographer Sara Catterall! Sara's new book, AMELIA BLOOMER: Journalist, Suffragist, Anti-Fashion Icon, was on Chris's Top Ten list, and Emily was so into it that she cried at the end. We think biography lovers, history buffs, women's rights advocates, and activists of all stripes will enjoy this biography. We had a great time talking with Sara, so don't miss our conversation with her at the end of the episode. In our “Just Read” segment, we talk about a wide variety of books: ANDERSON IN BLOOM by Jennifer Dugan THIS BOOK MADE ME THINK OF YOU by Libby Page EVERY DAY I READ: 53 Ways to Get Closer to Books by Hwang Bo-reum, translated by Shanna Tan NEVER CAUGHT: The Washingtons' Relentless Pursuit of Their Runaway Slave, Ona Judge by Erica Armstrong Dunbar MISSING SISTER by Joshilyn Jackson ULTRALEARNING: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career by Scott H. Young In #BiblioAdventures, we recap several “Couch Biblio Adventures,” including watching the movie HARRIET, binging the new season of VIRGIN RIVER, and dipping into the new SCARPETTA series. Chris was in Rhode Island and visited the B&N in Warwick, and finally got inside Ink Fish Books in Warren. She also saw Edith Wharton's house in Newport, where the writer lived prior to building her dream home in the Berkshires. Emily had zero luck seeing Laura Zigman and Alice Hoffman in conversation about the new collection of essays, THE BEST DOG IN THE WORLD – events have been sold out! Congrats to them for a successful book launch. We're also #currentlyreading some great books and have our eyes on some beauties we can't wait to get to. Happy Listening and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2026/episode256

In this episode of Reading Materials, we're joined by author E. K. Wise to discuss her novel Debilis Rising, released last year. We chat about how her love of travel and geology shapes her storytelling, why it was important for her to include a character with ADHD, and her journey through the world of independent publishing. It's an insightful and engaging conversation about representation, creativity, and carving your own path as a writer.

On this episode of Buzzing about Romance, author Amalie Howard joins Amanda, Becky, and Leah . 

This week on the Reading Materials Podcast we are excited to be chatting with Fran Fabrizcki, debut author of Porcupines which will be published on April 16th.Join us to hear how Fran wove in elements of her own experience growing up at the tail-end of the Cold War into the book, what podcasts she listens to in her free time, and how becoming a mother influenced her writing.

A special conversation with author Doug Fleener on his book "Start With What If: 52 Weekly Questions to Spark Immediate Change and Growth".When Doug looked back at every meaningful change in his life, he noticed a pattern: there was always an interrupter — something that disrupted his automatic thinking long enough for him to choose differently. That realization became the foundation of this book. Not a 200-page explanation, but a simple tool: one chapter on the mechanism, and 52 weekly questions designed to help readers practice interruption in real life. In this conversation on The Author's Voice with KAJ, Doug shares how rebuilding his life from addiction and business collapse led him to this insight, why simple ideas are often overlooked, and how better questions can quietly reshape a life over time. Join us to discover how one question a week can spark immediate change.Explore the stories behind the stories at https://kajmasterclass.com.=========================================*Guest*Doug Fleener is the author of Start With What If: 52 Weekly Questions to Spark Immediate Change and Growth. His work centers on a simple but powerful idea: you can always intentionally create better perspectives and options. After rebuilding his life from addiction and the collapse of his family business, Doug went on to serve as Director of Retail for Bose Corporation and later as a CEO. Today, he writes and speaks about real-world change that happens in everyday moments. His framework, The What If Rule, explores how better questions can reshape decisions, leadership, and relationships.Connect:https://www.dougfleener.com/startwithwhatifhttps://www.instagram.com/dougfleener/https://www.facebook.com/groups/61554942906442https://www.tiktok.com/@dougfleener=========================================*Host — Khudania Ajay (KAJ)*Independent journalist | 20+ years in media, leadership & storytelling | 2,500+ long-form conversations

What happens when a USAFA graduate who flew fighter aircraft and served at NORAD turns his imagination to building a multiverse? That's the origin of Terrence L. Rotering's epic Chronicles saga — a thirteen-book blend of science fiction, fantasy, and spiritual warfare. In this conversation on The Author's Voice with KAJ, Terrence pulls back the curtain on the third installment, Forever, The Chronicles of Trinian, where a resistance fighter and a college professor battle to survive as aliens and sentient AI arrive, all racing for an artifact that may control time itself. He shares what inspired this ever-expanding world, how he navigated creative blocks, what the publishing journey taught him, and his advice for anyone with a story but no idea where to start. Join us to explore the mystery, friendship, and redemption waiting inside the Chronicles — and the mind that built it all. Explore the stories behind the stories at https://kajmasterclass.com.=========================================*Guest*Terrence L. Rotering is a USAFA graduate who flew fighter aircraft globally before serving at NORAD. Today, he is the visionary author of the epic Chronicles saga—a masterful three-volume, thirteen-book multiverse blending science fiction, fantasy, and spiritual warfare. His ever-expanding world-building shines in the gripping third installment, Forever. The novel follows a resistance fighter and a college professor battling to survive a tyrannical government as aliens and sentient artificial intelligence arrive, sparking fierce competition for an ancient artifact that may control time itself. Mystery, friendship, adventure, action, suspense, and redemption await the reader as they join the resistance.Connect:https://chroniclesoftrinian.com/=========================================*Host — Khudania Ajay (KAJ)*Independent journalist | 20+ years in media, leadership & storytelling | 2,500+ long-form conversations

Audible Bleeding editor Wen Kawaji (@WenKawaji) is joined by Dr. Danielle Garcia, Dr. James Martinson, JVS editor Dr. Duncan (@ADuncanVasc), JVS-CIT editor Dr. Smeds (@MattSmeds) to discuss some of our favorite articles in the JVS family of journals. This episode hosts Dr. Ullery, Dr. Bath, Dr. Lee, and Dr. Satam.    Articles:   Laser in situ fenestrated endograft (LIFE) repair of complex aortic arch pathology: Early outcomes from the multicenter LIFE registry  A novel approach to thoracic endovascular aortic repair using "zone 1.5" deployment of the Gore thoracic branched endoprosthesis device    Show Guests    Dr. Ullery has served as the medical director of vascular and endovascular surgery at the Providence heart and vascular institute since 2017 and is the co-founder of the Laser In-Situ Fenestration of Aortic Endografts (LIFE) Registry Dr. Bath is a practicing Vascular Surgeon at the University Hospital of the University of Missouri Dr. Lee is the chief of vascular surgery at Stanford Medicine Dr. Satam is a current vascular surgery resident in her PGY3 year at Stanford   Follow us @audiblebleeding Learn more about us at https://www.audiblebleeding.com/about-1/ and provide us with your feedback with our listener survey.   *Gore is a financial sponsor of this podcast, which has been independently developed by the presenters and does not constitute medical advice from Gore. Always consult the Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to using any medical device.

In this exclusive interview, debut author Cameron Sullivan takes us behind the pages of his dark historical fantasy, The Red Winter. 

On this episode of Buzzing about Romance author Ashley Bennett joins Becky and Leah live as the celebrate her trad release of Muscles and Monsters. 

Welcome to Episode 254! We are so excited to welcome Tiya Miles to the podcast to discuss her most recent book, NIGHT FLYER: Harriet Tubman and the Faith Dreams of a Free People. Don't miss our conversation, which immediately follows our regular segments. [Should we put in a time stamp?] Chris has finished FRANKENSTEIN by Mary Shelley, and Emily is #currentlyreading the novel, so we talk about it, but not too much, since we will discuss it in depth on Episode 255 after our March 1st Zoom conversation with listeners. We still have some spots available–if you'd like to join in, send us an email (hello@bookcougars.com). Other books we are currently reading include IN THE SHADOW OF YOUNG GIRLS IN FLOWER: In Search of Lost Time, Volume 2 by Marcel Proust, THE RESERVATION by Rebecca Kauffman, and RUSS & DAUGHTERS: 100 Years of Appetizing by Niki Russ Federman and Josh Russ Tupper. Our BiblioAdventures have primarily been of the Couch variety: Chris watched a Jane Austen-inspired romance called SENSE, SENSIBILITY, & SNOWMEN, and Emily watched the second event in the Aspen Winter Words series featuring Mitzi Rapkin in conversation with Lily King about her new novel, HEART THE LOVER. We did run into a delightful Little Free Library after a delicious dinner at Fair Haven Oyster Co. along the banks of the Quinnipiac River, and we sing the praises of a #LFL we both often visit in Stony Creek, CT. NEW BOOKSTORE ALERT! If you're in Chicago, Partners in Crime Bookshop just celebrated their grand opening. Let us know about it if you check it out, or tag us (#bookcougars) if you post photos of your visit. Okay, we'll stop writing now so you can start listening. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Happy Reading! Show notes for the episode can be found here: https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2026/episode254

Go behind the scenes with bestselling duo Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka as they discuss their newest romance, Seeing Other People. 

On this special episode, we are excited to welcome The Warden herself, Author J.R. Ward, we are celebrating her upcoming release of Crown of War and Shadow: Kingdoms of the Compass. 

Welcome to Episode 247! Can you believe it is already time to share our annual Holiday Gift Ideas?? Each year, starting with Episode 2 back in 2016, we share some bookish (or biblioadventuring) gifts. We hope you benefit from these in the form of presents for loved ones and/or for yourself! We also discuss our fourth quarter readalong pick – the last in our year of reading ghost stories – HOW TO SELL A HAUNTED HOUSE by Grady Hendrix. Thanks to everyone who read along and those who attended the Zoom conversation. Cacawewe! In our Just Read segment, we talk about: THE BONE THIEF by Vanessa Lillie WITCHES OF DUBIOUS ORIGIN by Jenn McKinlay ANNE BRONTË NIGHT WALKER: A Brontë Blood Chronicle by Gea Haff Chris also DNF'd two novels. It happens. In Biblio Adventures, Emily went to Bank Square Books in Mystic to hear Luanne Rice in conversation with Vanessa Lillie about her novel THE BONE THIEF. Chris had a good old browse at Barnes & Noble in Milford, CT, where she stumbled upon one of our gift ideas. Thank you to this episode's sponsor RESONANT BLUE AND OTHER STORIES by Mary Vensel White. Happy Listening and, until next time, we wish you lots of Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2025/episode247

Leah sits down with author Jo Segura for a candid conversation about her writing journey, how she broke into publishing, and the inspiration behind her latest release, The Lust Crusade. 

Audible Bleeding editor Wen Kawaji (@WenKawaji) is joined by integrated vascular surgery resident Falen Demsas, JVS editor Dr. Duncan (@ADuncanVasc), JVS-VI editor-in-chief Dr. Dua (@AnahitaDua) to discuss some of our favorite articles in the JVS family of journals. This episode hosts Dr. Huber, Dr. Fassler, Nishanth Konduru (@n_konduru), and Dr. Rao.   Articles:   Outcomes of open bypass and superior mesenteric artery endarterectomy for patients with chronic mesenteric ischemia resulting from long-segment superior mesenteric artery occlusive disease Retrograde tibiopedal access as an alternative procedural technique for genicular artery embolization    Show Guests  Dr. Huber Former Division Chief (served as Chief for 13 years) of Vascular Surgery at the University of Florida and the Edward R. Woodward Professor of Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine. He was also the chair of the writing committee for the SVS Guidelines on Chronic Mesenteric Ischemia. Dr. Fassler PGY-4 General Surgery resident at the University of Florida.  Nishanth Konduru Fourth year undergraduate at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Dr. Rao Interventional cardiologist with Vascular Solutions of North Carolina.   Founder of Rao Clinic https://www.raoclinic.org/ Follow us @audiblebleeding Learn more about us at https://www.audiblebleeding.com/about-1/ and provide us with your feedback with our listener survey.   *Gore is a financial sponsor of this podcast, which has been independently developed by the presenters and does not constitute medical advice from Gore. Always consult the Instructions for Use (IFU) prior to using any medical device.  

Leah sits down with dynamite writing due Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone to chat about Fundamentals of Being a Good Girl. 

Jamie Hopkins, CEO of Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors, is also the author of three books: Rewirement: Rewiring the Way You Think about Retirement; Find Your Freedom: Financial Planning for a Life on Purpose; and, most recently, Your Retirement Sketchbook: 125 Retirement Planning Lessons from Financial Experts. The author walks us through the essentials of each of his books. (01/2026)

Amanda and Leah sit down with one of Amanda's favorite authors of all time Jayne Ann Krentz. 

Audible Bleeding Editor and vascular surgery fellow Richa Kalsi (@KalsiMD) is joined by 4th year general surgery resident Sasank Kalipatnapu (@ksasank), JVS editor Dr. Audra Duncan (@ADuncanVasc), and JVS-VL editor Dr. Ruth Bush (@RuthLBush) to discuss two great articles in the JVS family of journals. Today's episode hosts Dr. Lowenkamp, Dr. Sridharan (@domenickna1), and Dr. Lin. Articles: Part 1:Female patients at increased risk for adverse outcomes after acute limb ischemia (Dr. Lowenkamp & Dr. Sridharan) Part 2: Evaluation of factors underlying differences in venous thromboembolism rates between Black and White patients (Dr. Lin) Show Guests  Dr. Mikayla Lowenkamp - PGY4 Integrated Vascular Surgery Resident at the University of Pittsburgh Dr. Natalie Sridharan - Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Dr. Mary Lin - PGY3 General surgery resident at the University of Maryland School of Medicine applying into vascular surgery Follow us @audiblebleeding Learn more about us at https://www.audiblebleeding.com/about-1/ and provide us with your feedback with our listener survey.