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TALK TO ME, TEXT ITThursday morning arrives with a weary sigh – the longest four-day week drags on, bringing with it a peculiar collection of news stories that range from cosmic threats to psychedelic misadventures. Venus might be harboring a deadly secret: at least three "city-killer" asteroids circling in unstable orbits that could potentially strike Earth without warning. Brazilian researchers warn these space rocks could deliver impacts with "a million times more energy than the Hiroshima atomic bomb" if their trajectories shift even slightly. It's the kind of news that makes you wonder why we bother with mundane worries.The earthbound headlines prove equally strange. Two New York hikers called emergency services in panic, convinced their friend had died on an Adirondack Mountain trail – only for rangers to discover they were simply "zooted off" psychoactive mushrooms. Their supposedly deceased companion was found alive, uninjured, and likely confused about the whole ordeal. Meanwhile, a Palm Beach plastic surgeon reveals patients are increasingly requesting to look like political figures rather than movie stars, with Ivanka Trump, Kristi Noem, and Kimberly Guilfoyle topping the wishlist. And in Shanghai, a viral video shows a woman allegedly forced to remove her heavy makeup at immigration when facial recognition couldn't match her appearance to her passport.Between asteroid doom and mushroom-induced panic, there's still room for literary recommendations. Maureen Callahan's exposé on the Kennedy family offers shocking revelations about America's political dynasty, while Julie Satow's "The Plaza" delivers historical facts through engaging creative non-fiction. What are you reading right now? Share your current book – perhaps something to distract from city-killing asteroids or, at minimum, help you navigate the longest four-day week ever.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showTip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.comX - @americanistblog
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Join hosts Julie Satow and Alice Robb as they talk with Anna Sproul-Latimer, founding partner and president of Neon Literary. A literary agent who has sold multiple New York Times bestsellers, as well as brokered numerous major book-to-film deals, and foreign translations in more than 50 languages, Anna dishes on recent posts from her popular Substack, “How to Glow in the Dark,” including one controversially titled, “Is Nonfiction Dead?” Julie and Alice also ask Anna about marketing and publicity, what authors need to do to get a book deal today, and ideas for boosting their sales. Anna has also generously offered listeners of How Books Work an exclusive discount code for her newsletter. Click this link to receive 50% off a 1-year "Glow" subscription, redeemable through January 15.
Award-winning journalist and author Julie Satow joins Rabbi Avraham Bronstein to discuss "When Women Ran Fifth Avenue," her novel about the golden age of American department stores and the visionary women who led them.
Ever wondered what really goes on behind the glossy covers and catchy titles of your favorite books?In this episode of Bookbound, award-winning author and journalist Julie Satow shares the secrets behind the success of her latest book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion. She discusses her unique approach to digital marketing, revealing how leveraging social media significantly enhanced her book's visibility and sales. Julie walks us through the nitty-gritty, surprising influence of sales teams on book covers and titles, sharing her own experience of a rejected fashion illustration cover and a title change from Garment Queens to a title more related to the theme of the book.If you're a writer interested in a behind-the-scenes look at what brings a book and a book launch to life, check out this episode! Resources: Connect with Julie and check out her work here: https://juliesatow.com/Subscribe to Bethany & Fran's Substack here: https://bookswithbethanyandfran.substack.com/Produced by Share Your Genius https://shareyourgenius.com/
Close your eyes for a second and step back to the 1940s. Specifically, New York City in the 1940s. You're walking down the crowded street with a certain pep in your step because guess what? You're headed to your favorite department store, Lord & Taylor. Department stores were not only the places where women shopped but also the places where women had power — power they did not have elsewhere at the time. Julie Satow joins us to talk about her new book: “When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion,” and how women working in department stores in the early 1900s carved new paths for what it means to be a woman at work today. Takeaways: Department stores were not only places where women shopped, but also where they had power and influence. Women who worked in department stores had the opportunity to have successful careers and financial independence. The women highlighted in the book faced challenges and made sacrifices in order to succeed in a male-dominated industry. Chapters: 00:00 Department Stores in the early 1900s 6:00 How Department Stores Empowered Women 14:17 Challenges Working Women Faced 23:36 Inspiration for Women Today 30:00 Transition to Mailbag Segment 32:00 Mailbag Question 1: Where do I put the money my kids made this summer? 37:00 Mailbag Question 2: Will closing my business credit card hurt my credit? Have a question for us? Write to us at mailbag@hermoney.com. While you're at it, join the HerMoney community! For the latest episode drops and financial news-you-can-use, subscribe to our newsletter at Hermoney.com/subscribe! Interested in learning more about investing alongside hundreds of other women? Join us every other Monday night on Zoom and learn more at investingfixx.com. Thank you to Gainbridge® for supporting the HerMoney podcast. Gainbridge® created ParityFlex™, a multi-year guaranteed annuity, to offer women security and flexibility at a time when they need it the most—retirement. Learn more about ParityFlex™ here. The HerMoney with Jean Chatzky podcast is sponsored by Edelman Financial Engines. The podcast team and its host are neither employees nor clients of EFE, however, the show does receive fixed compensation and is a paid endorser and therefore has an incentive to endorse EFE and its planners. To learn more about the sponsorship, please visit PlanEFE.com/HerMoney. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast, and to learn more about Airwave, head to www.airwavemedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Take a journey into the world of book marketing as hosts Julie Satow and Alice Robb speak with Anne Jaconette, a senior marketing manager at Doubleday Books. With nearly a decade of experience, Anne shares her expertise in developing ad campaigns, social media strategies, and partnerships for a wide range of nonfiction books. We talk about the difference between publicity and marketing, what sorts of book marketing are working these days, and what authors can do to help promote their work. Anne has worked with writers including David Grann, Colson Whitehead, and Patrick Radden Keefe. She shares insights into how she tailors ads and messaging for authors, what sorts of pitches and partnerships she finds most effective, and best practices for the all-important social media roll-out. Before joining Doubleday Books, Anne was a title marketer at Galley Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, and Abrams Books.
"When women ran Fifth Avenue, they did more than sell clothes—they shaped American fashion and business," says Julie Satow, award-winning journalist and author. In this episode, CoveyClub founder Lesley Jane Seymour dives deep with Satow into her latest book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion. Discover the untold stories of the women who led iconic department stores like Bonwit Teller, Lord & Taylor, and Henri Bendel, and how they navigated the complexities of the early 20th-century business world. From their pioneering roles to the personal sacrifices they made, Satow paints a vivid picture of ambition, reinvention, and resilience. Whether you're fascinated by fashion history or looking for inspiration in your own career journey, this episode is a must-listen. Bio: Julie Satow is an award-winning journalist and the author of "The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel," a New York Times Editor's Choice and NPR favorite book of 2019. She is a regular contributor to The New York Times and has written extensively on real estate and business. Timestamps: 02:55 - The personal reinvention that led Satow to writing 05:42 - Covid is a social history of New York through the hotel 07:25 - These department stores in the early 20th century were not like what we think 10:24 - Three women became presidents of famous department stores by accident or design 14:51 - All three women had men who helped them pave the way in mentorship roles 18:08 - Why do you think these particular women were ambitious? Why? 23:33 - Did those ladies then pull up women behind them? What happened behind them? 26:04 - Dorothy Shaver helped establish American vogue Key Points: Julie Satow's book highlights the significant yet often overlooked contributions of women in the early American fashion industry. The department stores of the early 20th century were not just retail spaces but cultural and social hubs for women. Despite working in a male-dominated industry, these women carved out powerful roles and left lasting legacies. The decline of department stores marks a shift in retail culture but also opens new avenues for entrepreneurship and innovation. Links and Resources: Visit Julie Satow's Website Purchase "When Women Ran Fifth Avenue" Explore Covey Club If you found this episode inspiring, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
In this interview, I chat with Julie Satow about When Women Ran Fifth Avenue, deciding to write about these women, her research, getting the cover right, how her title came about, and much more. Julie's recommended reads are: Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan All the Summers in Between by Brooke Lea Foster Seven Summer Weekends by Jane L. Rosen Anna Bright Is Hiding Something by Susie Orman Schnall Looking for some great summer reads? Check out my Summer Reading Guide Preview or my complete printable 12-page 2024 Summer Reading Guide with 45 new titles vetted by me that will provide great entertainment this summer. Want to know which new titles are publishing in May - October of 2024? Check out our second Literary Lookbook which contains a comprehensive but not exhaustive list all in one place so you can plan ahead. Join my Patreon group to support the podcast. Other ways to support the podcast can be found here. When Women Ran Fifth Avenue can be purchased at my Bookshop storefront. Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Threads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In her new book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion, journalist and author Julie Satow reveals the stories of three women who elevated fashion and the retail industry during the golden age of department stores in New York City.
Little has changed in America more dramatically over the last half century than the retail fashion industry. There was a time, Julie Satow tells us the mid 20th century, when the high fashion department stores on New York City's Fifth Avenue were not only glamorous, but were actually run by women. This is the story of her new book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue, a wistful, yet sociologically penetrating view of of the golden age of American department stores. What does the death of the high-end fashion department store tell us about the America of the 2020's, I asked the New York City based Satow. And should we be nostalgic for department stores which excluded African-Americans and which seem to have compounded the economic and class divisions of American women?Julie Satow is the author of “The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel” and the forthcoming “When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion,” to be published in June 2024 by Doubleday.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe
At the dawn of the 20th Century, the center of city life could be found at department stores. One could find the latest fashion, meet friends for a cup of coffee, mail a letter, and escape the hustle of every day life. Julie Satow shows how three women made department stores not just the place to be, but into an engine of cultural change. She also explores how the women challenged gender norms to build high-flying businesses that would impact World War II, New York City, and the future of consumerism. Julie also shows how social media has changed the lives of writers, who now must focus on being successful in several mediums for their books to become bestsellers.Her previous appearance on our show, where we discussed her book, "The Plaza" can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/axelbank-reports-history-and-today/id1521053272?i=1000488745167Information on Julie Satow's book can be found at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/707784/when-women-ran-fifth-avenue-by-julie-satow/Julie Satow's website can be found at https://juliesatow.com/Support our show at https://patreon.com/axelbankhistory**A portion of every contribution is given to a charity for children's literacy** "Axelbank Reports History and Today" can be found on social media at https://twitter.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://instagram.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://facebook.com/axelbankhistory
Welcome back to I'd Rather Be Reading—both the start of season 12 and, later this week, our three-year anniversary! We've got so much good in store this season, and I'm thrilled, as ever, to be back with you after one long week of a hiatus. Today on the show we have Julie Satow, who is here to chat with me about her latest book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion, which is out June 4. This book and this conversation take us back to the twentieth century department store, a place where women—whether you worked at the department store or were shopping there—could stake out newfound independence, whether you were in New York City or on Main Street USA. Back in the 1930s and going forward to the 1960s, women didn't rule many places—but they ruled the American department store. Not only is the American department store of those years examined—it's a whole world unto itself inside its walls—but it's a story told through the eyes of three women who rose to the top of the department store universe: Hortense Odlum of Bonwit Teller, who came to her husband's department store as a housewife tasked with attracting more shoppers like herself in the 1930s—and wound up running the company; then we have Dorothy Shaver of Lord & Taylor, who was a champion of American designers during World War II, before which U.S. fashions were almost completely copies of Parisian looks. Dorothy, by the way, was the first businesswoman to earn a $1 million salary. Then, in the 1960s, Geraldine Stutz of Henri Bendel modernized the department store and became an eternal trendsetter in the space. Not only did these women advance their own careers, but they opened doors for all women, as well. We've got style, glamour, women's empowerment, drama, trade secrets, wealth—it's the department store in all its glitz, decadence, and fun, and looks closely at the women who made the beautifully curated world of the twentieth century department store operate and opened doors for working women everywhere. I am so thankful that, through this book, Julie is ensuring that these three women aren't lost to history; their fingerprints are still felt today, in both fashion and business. Here to lead us on this journey is Julie Satow, who also wrote the fantastic book The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel, which was a huge hit and critically acclaimed. Julie is an award-winning journalist, a regular contributor to The New York Times, and she has also been published in Travel + Leisure and Bloomberg Businessweek and appeared on NPR. Take a listen to our conversation! Both by Julie Satow: When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel
Julie Satow, author of When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion, talks with guest host Sarah Shears in the latest episode of FAQ NYC Off-Cycle.
In this episode, Julie Satow and Alice Robb welcome five-time author Leigh Stein. From high-school dropout to memoirist, book coach, branding expert and BookTok enthusiast, Stein has experience with virtually every segment of the publishing industry. She talks about how she got hired by the New Yorker without a college degree; what she learned from her first flop; why she decided not to become an agent; and how authors can take control of their book's trajectory—years after the pub date.
In this episode of How Books Work, Executive Editor at Crown, Libby Burton joins co-hosts Julie Satow and Alice Robb for an enlightening conversation about gatekeeping in the publishing industry, her passion for poetry, and important ways editors and writers can improve the system. Libby, who has edited award-winning authors like Stacey Abrams, Katie Porter, Mariah Carey, and others, talks about her personal journey into publishing, and how being a poet influences her editorial role. She also discusses what types of writers appeal to her, and her mission to create a more inclusive industry. The conversation also delves into the importance of authors' platforms, the relevance of publicity, marketing, and sales in corporate publishing, and the influence of public opinion on platforms like Goodreads. Libby also advises Julie and Alice about how authors need to balance their careers and writing, the importance of choosing the right agent, understanding the market for their work, and the critical role of meeting deadlines in the publishing process. It's a comprehensive dive into the changing landscape of the publishing industry that will provide invaluable insight for aspiring writers, industry enthusiasts, and avid readers alike.
This episode is also available in Mandarin. You can find it in our podcast feed. In this episode, our producer, Stella Gu, presents the story of a family tragedy in the wake of a historic flood. Resources mentioned in the episode can be found below: Better Than the Powerball, Julie Satow, NYT, Jan 11. 2019 NYC Funded a Pilot to Make Basement Apartments Safer, But Then It Went Off Track, Roshan Abraham, Next City, Oct 13, 2021 This episode was produced by Stella Gu in conjunction with Melody Cao, Anna Williams, and Natalie Milbrodt. It was hosted by J. Faye Yuan. Mixing and editing by Cory Choy with music composed by Elias Ravin. Voiceover work by Xia Liangjie and Chen Xiaojun. Special thanks to Chen Xiaojun, Zhang Dechao, and Xia Liangjie. This podcast has been made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this episode are those of its creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of National Endowment for the Humanities, Queens Public Library, the City University of New York, or their employees. The news clips quoted in the episodes are from: After Ida: Three More People Found Dead In Basement Apartment In Queens, CBS New York, Sep 2, 2021; New York Flooding: At Least 9 Die as Storm's Remnants Bring Flash Floods, Tornados to Northeast, ABC11, Sep 2, 2021; The Wrath of Hurricane Ida: New York Announces its First-Ever Flash-Flood Emergency, DW News,Sep 2, 2021; At Least 12 Killed in NYC Amid Basement Apartment Flooding during Ida, ABC7NY, Sep 2, 2021; Ida Flooding Kills Queens Family, Including Toddler, ABC7NY, Sep 2, 2021
本集《皇后區記憶》播客節目用中文普通話製作,如果您想收聽英文版,可以在我們的播客資訊裡找到。 在這一集裡,製片人Stella Gu為我們講述了颶風艾達重創下的紐約皇后區以及這里長期得不到重視的住房困境。 本文參考資料: Better Than the Powerball, Julie Satow, NYT, Jan 11. 2019 NYC Funded a Pilot to Make Basement Apartments Safer, But Then It Went Off Track, Roshan Abraham, Next City, Oct 13, 2021 這一集由Stella Gu,Melody Cao,Anna Williams和Natalie Milbrodt 共同製作。 混音,剪輯Cory Choy ,音樂Elias Ravin 特別感謝陳小君女士, 張德超醫師。 本次播客節目的讚助來自美國人文科學基金會:民主需要智慧。節目觀點,發現,結論和推薦均不代表美國人文科學基金會。 本集引用新聞錄音來源: After Ida: Three More People Found Dead In Basement Apartment In Queens, CBS New York, Sep 2, 2021; New York Flooding: At Least 9 Die as Storm's Remnants Bring Flash Floods, Tornados to Northeast, ABC11, Sep 2, 2021; The Wrath of Hurricane Ida: New York Announces its First-Ever Flash-Flood Emergency, DW News,Sep 2, 2021; At Least 12 Killed in NYC Amid Basement Apartment Flooding during Ida, ABC7NY, Sep 2, 2021; 暴雨倒灌紐約3華人死於法拉盛地下室 鄰居:曾打911但路面積水無人來救,美國中文電視,Sep 2, 2021
What do New York City's richest residents, murderous unions, and world-famous guests like Marilyn Monroe and the Beatles have in common? The Plaza Hotel! Julie Satow, award-winning journalist and author of The Plaza, joins us today to share the century of fascinating stories the hotel holds between its walls. From fortunes beyond measure to the Great Depression, from the Golden Age of Hollywood to Home Alone 2, the Plaza Hotel has never been shy about its place in history. Plus, believe it or not, we're about to enter tax season! Tax expert Katherine Pomerantz joins us during today's headlines to share all-new tax rules. Between relaxed guidelines on charitable giving, new deductions for your student loan payments, and more savings than you'd think for your home office, this is one tax talk that'll keep you listening. Cole and his wife are DINKS, and are contributing heavily to their IRAs and Roth accounts. They're planning on semi-retiring early and are looking for some advice on how they can best invest for the long-term, keep money relatively liquid, and have enough cash for living expenses. Thoughts? (And OH BOY, does Joe have some thoughts on this one. You don't want to miss this). Of course, after a short and sweet rant, Cole gets plenty of great advice for the future. Of course, we'll also save time for Doug's trivia, and much, much more. Thanks for listening!
In this episode, listen as author Julie Satow takes us on a historical tour of The Plaza Hotel. Her book, "The Plaza: The Secret History of America's Most Famous Hotel," takes an unforgettable dive into the world of luxury, celebrities, scandal and ambition. The Plaza isn't just a hotel, it's where guests, condo owners and workers have converged for over a century as they grapple for power and prestige. Of course, it's also the hotel that a future president just had to have, except it didn't go as planned. And wait until you hear how a publicity stunt for a movie overloaded their phone lines...Julie Satow can be found on Twitter @juliesatowAxelbank Reports History and Today can be found on Twitter and Instagram @axelbankhistory
In this episode Matt Crawford speaks to journalist and author Julie Satow about her book The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel. In this thoroughly enjoying read Satow brings The Plaza leaping of the page and into your heart. This book reads like a fiction at times with some unbelievable tales. Murder, suicide, dyed dogs, a live in celebrity, a princess with a private zoo and even our future President are just some of the juicy stories told in this book. A highly enjoyable read.
Speaking of the rich and famous, it doesn't get much more of either than Manhattan. More specifically, the Plaza Hotel. Donald Trump once lost millions of dollars on purpose just so he could say he owned it. That says a lot about both entities. The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous HotelBook- amzn.to/2TMeYuTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We talk about the "zipper" merge and why it works so don't get mad people. The Beverly Hills Housewives reunion got nasty. Explorer Robert Ballard next adventure is searching for Amelia Earhart's plane. Guest is Julie Satow, author of "The Plaza - America's Most Famous Hotel".
Julie Satow’s new book “The Plaza: The Secret Life of America’s Most Famous Hotel” is a definitive look at a New York City icon. This deeply researched history demonstrates how one illustrious hotel has defined our understanding of money and glamour, from the Gilded Age to the Go-Go Eighties to today's Billionaire Row. From the moment in 1907 when New York millionaire Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt strode through the Plaza Hotel's revolving doors to become its first guest, to the afternoon in 2007 when a mysterious Russian oligarch paid a record price for the hotel's largest penthouse, the eighteen-story white marble edifice at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 59th Street has radiated wealth and luxury. Truman Capote, President Donald Trump, Eloise, F. Scott Fitzgerald and The Beatles are only a few of the bold-faced names to walk the Plaza’s halls. An award-winning journalist who has covered New York real estate for the New York City, National Public Radio, the New York Post and the Daily Beast, Julie Satow joins us for a look back at The Plaza’s storied history in this installment of “Leonard Lopate at Large” on WBAI.
Lepore discusses several new books about the Apollo 11 mission, and Julie Satow talks about the history of the Plaza Hotel.
The Plaza Hotel is a New York City icon. The eighteen-story white marble building is the home of Eloise, the mischievous six-year-old who lived in the "room on the tippy-top floor" in the classic children's book series. Both the Beatles and the taxicab made their statewide debuts outside the Plaza. And it’s had a featured role in more movies and television shows than some actors in Hollywood, from Home Alone 2 to The Sopranos. Since it opened in 1907, the story of the Plaza has been the story of New York. Its history is littered with colorful guests, financial uncertainty, and a controversial transformation from hotel to a multimillion-dollar condominium. This week on Money Talking, Charlie Herman talks to journalist Julie Satow about the past and present of the Plaza Hotel. In her new book, The Plaza: The Secret Life of America's Most Famous Hotel, Satow shares never-before-told stories about the iconic hotel from its murderous origins to its bankruptcy under Donald Trump.
Julie Satow is the author of The Plaza: The Secret Life of America’s Most Famous Hotel. She is an award-winning journalist who has covered real estate in New York for over a decade. Listen to us chat about The Plaza - both a biography of the hotel and a social history of New York - and her inspiration to write this fascinating story! Bonus: watch us on Vimeo!