Podcasts about summer reads

I got forced to slow down, and it's the lesson I need to learn over and over again.In this episode, I read a personal essay from my Substack about a tennis injury that took me out mid swing. One minute I'm making an incredible shot down the line, the next I'm on the ground with my knee twisted and my foot throbbing.But this episode isn't really about the injury. It's about what happens when your body forces you to stop, and what that stillness makes you face, including grief I've been carrying since losing both of my parents.In this episode, you'll hear…The moment I went down mid-shot at a tennis clinic, and the very reaction that followed (spoiler: it involved refusing to stop playing)Why I instinctively downplayed the injury and tried to keep going, even with blood involvedThe connection I draw between forcing my body to heal on it's own timelineClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Subscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay I got forced to slow downGet Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

Jenna Bush Hager sits down with Tia Williams and Isaac Fitzgerald for a fun-filled conversation about books, reading and the magic of a great summer read. They reveal their favorite beach reads, authors they always return to, books that deserve a movie or TV adaptation and the titles they can't wait to read next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever had a moment so small (a bird, of all things) crack open something so much bigger about how you're living your life?This week's episode is part of my summer series where I'm reading personal essays straight from my Substack. This one's about a very ornery bird I met on a hike in Patagonia, the bird I accidentally trapped in my bedroom when I was 10 (yes, really), and how a string of small, strange bird encounters slowly nudged me toward paying more attention to the world right in front of me.If you've been feeling stuck in your phone, disconnected from your neighborhood, or like you're moving through life without really noticing it, this one's for you. It's not really about birds. It's about presence.In this episode, you'll hear…The story of the bird who followed me on a brutal hike through the Andean Mountains and seemed to be personally attacking my confidenceWhat happened when I accidentally let a bird into my childhood bedroom (and what I found six months later)Why standing somewhere as vast as Patagonia has a way of putting your entire life in perspectiveHow coming home to Long Island turned into an unexpected obsession with birdwatchingWhat robins, swans, and bald eagles taught me about noticing the seasons changing, even when I couldn't feel it yetWhy paying attention to the small, local, unglamorous things is what's actually helped me feel rooted and connected, more than anything online ever hasClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Subscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay How being attacked by a bird in Patagonia forced me offlineGet Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

To end the summer reading series, the boys are pulling out the novels they read this summer. They talk a variety of books, but if you like genre, give it a listen for reading suggestions. No spoilers!

Welcome to the Your Morning weekly podcast and the second installment of our best of books series! In case you missed it, a few weeks ago we had author and book expert Vikki Van Sickle who shared her must-reads for the summer—so go back and have a watch or a listen because on today’s episode, we have sit-downs with some amazing authors talking about their work. We have something for everyone in this episode: • Kagiso Lesego Molope discusses her novel ‘We Inherit the Fire’ • Sadeqa Johnson shares insights on her historical fiction, ‘Keeper of Lost Children’ • Patrick Radden Keefe dives into his new investigative book ‘London Falling’ • Kathryn Blaze Baum shares her personal story navigating the big business of fertility • Best-selling author and leading anti-racist scholar Ibram X. Kendi on his latest book ‘Chain of Ideas’ • Librarian and Reading Rainbow host Mychal Threets with his picture book ‘I’m So Happy You’re Here’ • Consumer futurist Doug Stephens discusses ‘The Future of Competitive Advantage’ • Journalist Lyse Doucet talks about her book, ‘The Finest Hotel in Kabul’

We've lost the plot when it comes to creating content. In this week's summer read-aloud, I share a personal essay on how my own productivity systems, batching, optimizing, and keeping up with an AI fueled content arms race, ended up killing my creativity.So kick back, pop in your headphones, maybe go for a walk, and let's talk about why being productive and being creative aren't always the same thing.In this episode, you'll hear…Why I'm running low on content ideas for the first time in a decade, and what that taught meHow my 2026 "gap year" backfired into more batching and pressure instead of the spaciousness I wantedThe real cost of optimizing everything, and why productivity can quietly kill creativityWhy AI is making the content arms race worse, not betterWhat actually refills my creative well, and why living your life is the best content strategy there isClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Subscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay How my productivity killed my creativityGet Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

Cheryl, Jessica, and Mari discuss selections from their summer reading adventures. One Grand ReadThere's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib Cheryl's Books:  Python's Kiss: Stories by Louise ErdrichRiding Magic by Kelly Starling Lyons and illustrated by E.B. LewisAt the Pond: Swimming at the Hampstead Ladies' Pond  Picnic at Hanging Rock by Joan LindsayMentioned: The Last Report of the Miracles at Little No Horse by Louise ErdrichThe Master Butcher's Singing Club by Louise ErdrichThe Painted Drum by Louise ErdrichThe Black Cowgirl website – Catlin GoochWorks written and/or illustrated by Floyd CooperWorks by Nina Mingya Powles, Jessica J. Lee, Deborah Moggach, Margaret Drabble, Esther Freud, and Katherine MayPicnic at Hanging Rock (1975 film) Jessica's Books:   Field Guide for the Formerly Villainous by Autumn K. EnglandThe Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson BennettNot Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary by Nina SankovitchCountry People by Daniel MasonMentioned: Perdido Street Station by China Miéville Mari's Books:   Holloway by Elana K. ArnoldThe Rare Bird by Elisha CooperOh Brother: A Graphic Memoir by Georgina Chadderton Mentioned: Bat series by Elana K. ArnoldWhat Girls are Made Of by Elana K. ArnoldRiver by Elisha Cooper

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Solitude to Connection: A Day at Széchenyi Baths Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-08-05-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A napsugarak aranyszínű tükröt festettek a Széchenyi Gyógyfürdő vizére.En: The sunbeams painted a golden mirror on the waters of the Széchenyi Gyógyfürdő.Hu: Budapest nyüzsgő szíve, ahol a múlt és a jelen találkozik.En: Budapest's bustling heart, where the past and present meet.Hu: A neoklasszikus épületek magasodtak az emberek feje fölött, miközben a meleg termálvíz felett ködös pára lebegve keringett.En: The neoclassical buildings towered over the people's heads as a hazy mist drifted over the warm thermal water.Hu: Az emberek nevetése és beszélgetése beleolvadó dallamként hullámzott a fürdő langyos vizében.En: The laughter and conversations of people flowed like a harmonious melody through the bath's lukewarm waters.Hu: Áron, egy csendes iskolai tanár, a nyári szabadságát töltötte a fürdőben, menedéket keresve a mindennapok monotonitása elől.En: Áron, a quiet schoolteacher, was spending his summer holiday at the baths, seeking refuge from the monotony of everyday life.Hu: A kezében könyvet tartott, de inkább a körülötte zajló eseményeket figyelte.En: He held a book in his hand but was more interested in observing the events happening around him.Hu: Gondolataiban elmerülve azon töprengett, vajon van-e valaki, akivel igazán megoszthatná érzéseit és gondolatait.En: He pondered deeply, wondering if there was someone with whom he could truly share his feelings and thoughts.Hu: A nap egyik kellemes pillanata azonban meglepetést tartogatott számára.En: However, one pleasant moment of the day held a surprise for him.Hu: Eszter, közös barátjuk, jött mosolyogva mellé.En: Eszter, their mutual friend, came over smiling beside him.Hu: "Áron, szeretném bemutatni neked Katát," mondta Eszter vidáman.En: "Áron, I'd like to introduce you to Kata," said Eszter cheerfully.Hu: Kata, egy vidám művészlélek, épp festői inspirációt keresett az élettel teli helyszínen.En: Kata, an exuberant artistic soul, was looking for artistic inspiration in the lively surroundings.Hu: Áron hezitált.En: Áron hesitated.Hu: Idegen volt számára a nyitottság, de Eszter bátorító mosolya és Kata barátságos pillantása eloszlatták a kétségeit.En: Openness was foreign to him, but Eszter's encouraging smile and Kata's friendly glance dispelled his doubts.Hu: "Szervusz, Kata," mondta végül, összeszedve a bátorságát.En: "Hello, Kata," he finally said, gathering his courage.Hu: "Szervusz, Áron," válaszolta Kata, miközben beleereszkedett a forró vízbe Áron mellett.En: "Hello, Áron," responded Kata, as she settled into the hot water beside Áron.Hu: A hő és a víz megnyugtatta mindkettőjüket.En: The heat and the water soothed them both.Hu: Kezdetben a beszélgetés csak apró hullámokat vert, de hamarosan sodró áradtá változott, ahogy közös érdeklődési körük bukkant a felszínre.En: Initially, the conversation caused only small ripples, but soon it turned into a flowing current as their shared interests surfaced.Hu: Áron és Kata mélyen és elragadtatottan beszélgettek.En: Áron and Kata conversed deeply and passionately.Hu: Szavak nélkül is megértették egymást, egy közös hullámhosszra találtak a vidám cseppek között.En: They understood each other without words, finding a common wavelength among the cheerful splashes.Hu: Áron ráérzett, milyen felszabadító érzés megnyílni és olyasvalakit találni, akivel megoszthatja a gondolatait.En: Áron realized the liberating feeling of opening up and finding someone with whom he could share his thoughts.Hu: Ahogy a nap később a horizont felé hajolt, Kata és Áron egy meghitt mosollyal váltak el.En: As the sun leaned later toward the horizon, Kata and Áron parted with a warm smile.Hu: "Találkozunk újra?En: "Will we meet again?"Hu: " kérdezte Kata sejtelmesen.En: Kata asked teasingly.Hu: Áron örömmel bólintott, a magány érzését maga mögött hagyva.En: Áron nodded with delight, leaving the feeling of loneliness behind.Hu: Érezte, hogy valami új és értékes kezdődött el ezen a különleges napon.En: He felt that something new and valuable had begun on this special day.Hu: Ahogy elhagyta a fürdőt, Áron nem csak fizikailag, hanem lelkileg is könnyednek érezte magát.En: As he left the bath, Áron felt light not only physically but also mentally.Hu: Megnyílt a lehetőségek előtt, magabiztosabb és reményteljes volt.En: He opened up to possibilities, feeling more confident and hopeful.Hu: A nap, ami egyszerűnek indult, egy új élmény kapujává vált.En: The day that started simply became the gateway to a new experience.Hu: A Széchenyi Gyógyfürdő vizében talált barátság új, kalandokkal teli ösvényeket nyitott meg számára.En: The friendship he found in the waters of the Széchenyi Gyógyfürdő opened new, adventure-filled paths for him. Vocabulary Words:sunbeams: napsugarakgolden: aranyszínűmirror: tükrötthermal: termálvízhazy: ködösmist: páralukewarm: langyosmonotony: monotonitásapondered: töprengettrefuge: menedéketexuberant: vidámhesitated: hezitáltopenness: nyitottságglance: pillantásadispelled: eloszlattáksoothed: megnyugtattaripples: hullámokatcurrent: áradtásurfaced: felszínreliberating: felszabadítóparted: váltak eldelight: örömmelloneliness: magánygateway: kapujáváadventure-filled: kalandokkal telipossibilities: lehetőségekconfident: magabiztosabbhorizon: horizontencouraging: bátorítómelody: dallamként

We're back with our picture book picks and we're saluting summer with our latest episode! Kim's Picks:Silly:  The Sun Thief by Alice Hemming & Nicola SlaterRhyme: Good Night, Good Beach by Joy Crowley and Hilary Jean Tapper  Non-fiction: Sharks in Kansas? By Melissa Steward and Becca StadtlanderUnique structure: Hot Dog by Doug SalatiIllustrations:  And Then Came Summer by Tom Brenner and Jaime KimKirsti's Picks:Silly: Beach Toys vs. School Supplies by Mike CiccotelloRhyme: Short Dog, Long Dog by Anna HrachovecNon-fiction: Just a Worm by Marie BoydUnique Structure: The Red Jacket by Bob HoltIllustrations: Summer is Here by Renée Watson and Bea JacksonAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What happens when you give yourself an entire year off and can't actually take it? That's the question I'm sitting with in this week's essay. I declared 2026 my entrepreneurial gap year. I did not stay off.Instead of a regular episode this week, I'm reading you this essay straight from my Substack, the place where I write about grief, overconsumption, overworking, and learning to actually be present in my life.My full slate of regular On Your Terms® episodes will be back on September 14th, but until then, here's the honest, slightly humbling truth about why I can't stop working, and what it's taught me about rest, distraction, and grief.In this episode, you'll hear…Why I declared 2026 my entrepreneurial gap year, and how it turned into a full time job anywayThe real reason I keep reaching for my phone, even when I'm trying to unplugWhat my brutally honest friend said that made me realize my "time off" looked exactly like workHow grief shows up in the smallest, most random moments, and why distraction feels easier than sitting with itWhy I'm learning to be kinder to myself about the blurry line between resting and being restlessClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Subscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay Why I can't stop working (even during my gap year)Sam's Substack Essay on saying sorry: I'm sorry, but I had to write thisIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

As summer heats up and Americans head to the beach for some fun summer getaways, Martha revisits her conversation with author of Liberty Island, Virginia Hume. They discuss the invigorating novel, the captivating storyline, and the relevant historical background to the book. Later, Virginia's dad, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Brit Hume, joins to share some memories about raising his daughter, the now fabulous writer, and how much he loves her work.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've ever wondered whether humanity can adapt to a changing climate, the fossil record offers surprising reasons for hope. Paleontologist Evan Jevnikar, author of Surviving Climate and Chaos explores how dinosaurs endured millions of years of environmental upheaval, and what their story can teach us about shaping our own future.

What if the places we think of as empty and unmarred are anything but? What if wilderness is as much an idea as a place? A conversation with Cal Flyn, who, in her new book, travels to some of the world's most remote, awe-inspiring places to trace the changing meaning of wilderness, and to explore how one of conservation's most cherished ideals has come at a human cost.

If you want to escape to the profound stillness of the Himalayan foothills, a good place to start is by reading Indian writer Anuradha Roy's latest book, Called by the Hills. A conversation about living with wild animals on her doorstep and her roof, cultivating a deep connection to nature and how the Himalayas are changing.

Standing atop a 1.7-billion-year-old rock in Wisconsin, geologist Marcia Bjornerud points out the many challenges our planet has weathered, and that its long memory might hold the key to facing climate change today. A conversation about the power of awe, resilience, and "timefulness," this summer read will help put things in perspective.

It's the last episode of the series and we're sending you off in style once again with some brilliant summer read recommendations.Sara and Cariad are joined by bookseller and author Katie Clapham and her wonderful book Receipts from the Bookshop, inspired by her independent bookshop Storytellers, Inc. She shares her hot tips with us for a summer of reading.Thank you for reading with us this series. We like reading with you!Follow Sara & Cariad's Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclubProduced, recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.Assistant Producer is Amy Townsend-Lowcock for Plosive.Artwork by Welcome Studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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I recently stood in a long line for pancakes I wasn't even sure I wanted. And it made me realize how much of what I consume, eat, buy, watch, isn't actually chosen by me anymore. It's chosen by whoever posted about it first.This summer, I'm taking a little break from our regular episodes so I can rest, recharge, and come back to you on September 14th with a full slate of new content. In the meantime, I'm sharing a few of my favorite essays from my Substack, Sam Vander Wielen, right here on the podcast. Today's essay is all about a day I spent in New York City trying to unlearn the habit of letting algorithms and influencers decide what I like, and how I'm working to reclaim my own taste instead.In this episode, you'll hear…The pancake line that made me question everything about how I make decisionsWhy I think over 80% of Instagram-hyped restaurants aren't even worth the hypeWhat my no-buy Amazon year has taught me about slowing down and shopping with intentionThe conversations with local shop owners that ended up meaning more than any five-star reviewHow I'm working to reclaim my own preferences, both in New York City and in my everyday lifeClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarSubscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay Field notes from NYC: reclaiming my own tasteIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

 Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: How Temasek, the $400 billion state-owned investment fund out of Singapore, positions itself as a generational investor; a look at three impact investing “beach reads,” out this week, that tackle the future of capitalism and the common good; and sustainable farm and timberland manager Alder Point lands $4 million from the Rockefeller Foundation to ramp up land acquisitions in rural communities.To try ImpactAlpha Edge, ⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠.Story links:“Ford Foundation's Roy Swan makes the case for 'positive-sum' capitalism,” by David Bank and Isaac Silk“With $400 billion in assets, Temasek leans into emerging markets, climate adaptation and ‘sustainable living',” by David Bank"Alder Point secures $4 million from Rockefeller Foundation to build climate-resilient forests and farmlands," by Roodgally Senatus.

 Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: How Temasek, the $400 billion state-owned investment fund out of Singapore, positions itself as a generational investor; a look at three impact investing “beach reads,” out this week, that tackle the future of capitalism and the common good; and sustainable farm and timberland manager Alder Point lands $4 million from the Rockefeller Foundation to ramp up land acquisitions in rural communities.To try ImpactAlpha Edge, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Story links:“⁠Ford Foundation's Roy Swan makes the case for 'positive-sum' capitalism⁠,” by David Bank and Isaac Silk“⁠With $400 billion in assets, Temasek leans into emerging markets, climate adaptation and ‘sustainable living'⁠,” by David Bank"⁠Alder Point secures $4 million from Rockefeller Foundation to build climate-resilient forests and farmlands⁠," by Roodgally Senatus.

One of the strange gifts of your life completely burning to the ground is the fertile soil it leaves behind for you to begin again. That's where I found myself after losing both of my parents in the same year, recovering from brain surgery, and realizing that being "extremely online" wasn't actually serving me or my business.This week I'm continuing my summer series, where I'm reading you essays straight from my Substack while I take a little break before we're back with full-force episodes on September 14th. This one's about the health, digital wellness, and business habits that helped me rebuild after burnout and loss, some I learned the hard way, some I'd skip again, but all of them helped me feel better inside and out.In this episode, you'll hear…Why grief changed what actually felt worth my time and energy, in business and in lifeThe health habits (starting with what I eat first thing in the morning) that have made the biggest difference in how I feelMy digital wellness rules, including why I brick my phone every single nightThe business habits that protect my creative energy and keep me from chasing everyone else's version of successWhy I still believe in "them" focused content, but why "you" content matters tooClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarSubscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay Healthy Habits that rebuilt me after burnout & lossThe Brick, the phone-blocking device Sam uses to disable apps (affiliate link)Cometeer, the half-caff coffee Sam switched to (affiliate link)Grab Sam's Book When I Start My Business, I'll Be HappyIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

We revisit a favorite Try This at Home tip for getting more reading done, share listener hacks for building a happier reading life, and discuss how to discover books you'll love. Plus: recommendations for fascinating books about how things work. Revisited Highlights: Try This at Home: Read More (episode 121) Happiness Hacks: Listener Question: How to Find Good Books to Read (episode 428) Listener Recommendations: Books on How Things Work (episode 481) Mentioned in This Episode: Tips for Reading More from “Better Than Before” Gretchen's Favorite Children's and Young-Adult Books The New York Times Book Review Podcast Connect with Us: Email: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Website: gretchenrubin.com Instagram: @gretchenrubin | @lizcraft Take Gretchen's free Four Tendencies quiz → gretchenrubin.com/quiz Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or rate us on Spotify—it helps other listeners find the show! Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I share the best books for teens to read in the summer!Goodreads: Ellie ManoInstagram: @hookofabookEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

This week on From the Front Porch, our Summer Readings series continues! In this series, Annie introduces you to one book you should read this summer by reading an excerpt (with permission from publishers). Today, Annie reads a passage from Jesmyn Ward's latest book On Witness and Respair. Use code SUMMERREADINGS at checkout to get 10% off On Witness and Respair this week. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 589) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: On Witness and Respair by Jesmyn Ward Men We Reaped by Jesmyn Ward What the Fireflies Knew by Kai Harris Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com.  A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations.  This week, Annie is reading The Palm House by Gwendoline Riley. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Ashley Ferrell, Beth, Cammy Tidwell, Gene Queens, Jammie Treadwell, Joseph Shorter IV, Kimberly, Linda Lee Drozt, Nicole Marsee, Stephanie Dean, and Wendi Jenkins.

Acclaimed debut novelist Austin Taylor spoke with us about the pressure cooker of Harvard life, studying AI law in the heart of Silicon Valley, and the inspiration behind her debut set in the biotech startup world of NOTES ON INFINITY. Austin Taylor graduated from Harvard University in 2021 with a joint degree in Chemistry and English. She is currently pursuing a JD at Stanford Law School as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar, with a focus on generative AI, copyright, and authorship. Her debut novel, Notes on Infinity, was named an Oprah Daily “Best Summer Read,” a Zibby Owens' “Summer Read,” a Goodreads “Hottest Debut of 2025,” and is inspired in part by her undergraduate studies, peers, and lab work in Harvard's chemistry department. Booklist wrote of the book, "With a trajectory that echoes that of Elizabeth Holmes' Theranos, Taylor's debut provides an insider's glimpse into the high-stakes Ivy League climate and the potentially devastating personal consequences for those caught up in ambition beyond their abilities." Austin is also a private pilot, a registered Maine guide, and a bassist. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Austin Taylor, Milena, and I discussed: What it was like to grow up on a dairy farm in Maine Writing her debut novel during her gap year How The Social Network helped her capture the "momentum and excitement” of startup life Her morning ritual and daily word counts Why bad writing days are "almost always because [she's] not reading enough" good stuff Balancing law school and writing her sophomore novel And a lot more! Show Notes: ElevenReader is a new, award-winning audio app for iOS, Android, Web Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/files! #squarepod austintaylorwrites.com Notes on Infinity: A Novel by Austin Taylor Austin Taylor on Instagram⁠ Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: From Anxious Moments to Triumph: Eirik's Breakthrough in Bergen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-07-16-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Det var en solrik sommerdag i Bergen.En: It was a sunny summer day in Bergen.No: Den varme brisen fra kysten strøk over det travle feltsykehuset som stod oppsatt nær byen.En: The warm breeze from the coast swept over the busy field hospital set up near the city.No: Folk kom og gikk i raskt tempo, og midt i alt sto Eirik.En: People came and went at a fast pace, and in the midst of it all stood Eirik.No: Han var en pliktoppfyllende elev, men nå også frivillig ved feltsykehuset.En: He was a diligent student, but now also a volunteer at the field hospital.No: Eirik hadde mye på tankene.En: Eirik had a lot on his mind.No: Snart skulle han få eksamensresultatene sine.En: Soon, he would receive his exam results.No: Stresset smøg seg som en skygge i sinnet hans.En: The stress crept like a shadow in his mind.No: Eirik var alltid engstelig.En: Eirik was always anxious.No: Han ville så gjerne få gode resultater, ikke bare for seg selv, men også for familien.En: He so dearly wanted to get good results, not just for himself, but also for his family.No: Jonas, hans eldre bror, var allerede en suksessrik lege.En: Jonas, his older brother, was already a successful doctor.No: Eirik fryktet å skuffe ham.En: Eirik feared disappointing him.No: Men i det hektiske sykehuset, hadde Eirik tatt en tøff beslutning.En: But in the hectic hospital, Eirik had made a tough decision.No: Han ville distrahere seg selv ved å hjelpe til her, få litt erfaring, og kanskje litt fri fra tankene.En: He wanted to distract himself by helping out here, gain some experience, and maybe find a little respite from his thoughts.No: Ved Eiriks side arbeidet Astrid.En: Beside Eirik worked Astrid.No: Hun var erfaren og trygg, og ledet arbeidet med stø hånd.En: She was experienced and confident, and led the work with a steady hand.No: Sammen med Jonas og andre medarbeidere, sørget hun for at alle fikk den hjelpen de trengte.En: Together with Jonas and other colleagues, she ensured that everyone received the help they needed.No: Eirik fant en viss ro i arbeidet sitt.En: Eirik found some peace in his work.No: Selv om det var mye å gjøre, føltes det meningsfylt.En: Even though there was much to do, it felt meaningful.No: Dagen var på sitt travleste da det plutselig tikket inn en e-post på Eiriks telefon.En: The day was at its busiest when suddenly an email arrived on Eirik's phone.No: Det var eksamensresultatene.En: It was the exam results.No: Hjertet hans dunket fortere.En: His heart beat faster.No: Men rundt ham var pasienter som trengte hjelp.En: But around him were patients who needed help.No: Kaoset krevde hans fulle oppmerksomhet.En: The chaos demanded his full attention.No: Med svette i pannen og uro i hjertet hjalp Eirik til så godt han kunne.En: With sweat on his forehead and unease in his heart, Eirik helped as best he could.No: Han satte tankene om resultatene til side, og fokuserte på det som var viktigst der og da.En: He set thoughts of the results aside and focused on what was most important then and there.No: Etter at de verste timene var over, pustet alle lettet ut.En: After the worst hours were over, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.No: Endelig, da roen senket seg igjen, skjønte Eirik at det var tid.En: Finally, when calm settled again, Eirik realized it was time.No: Han tok et dypt pust, åpnet e-posten, og så resultatene sine.En: He took a deep breath, opened the email, and looked at his results.No: Han leste dem om igjen for å være sikker.En: He read them again to be sure.No: Han hadde klart det!En: He had done it!No: Bedre enn han noen gang hadde trodd.En: Better than he had ever imagined.No: Jonas nærmet seg, og Eirik viste ham oppsummeringen.En: Jonas approached, and Eirik showed him the summary.No: Øynene til Jonas lyste opp.En: Jonas's eyes lit up.No: "Bra jobbet, Eirik," sa han med et stolt smil.En: "Well done, Eirik," he said with a proud smile.No: "Du har virkelig imponert meg.En: "You've really impressed me.No: Det at du klarte dette mens du frivillig jobbet her, det sier mye.En: The fact that you managed this while volunteering here says a lot."No: "Eirik kjente en varme spre seg i brystet.En: Eirik felt a warmth spread through his chest.No: Han hadde klart det.En: He had done it.No: Ikke bare eksamene, men også kampen mot sin egen tvil.En: Not just the exams, but also the battle against his own doubts.No: Han innså at han var mer enn resultatene sine, og at anerkjennelsen fra familien var bare en del av hvem han var.En: He realized he was more than his results, and that recognition from his family was just a part of who he was.No: Han var stolt av seg selv, og snart kunne han møte nye utfordringer med mer selvtillit.En: He was proud of himself, and soon he could face new challenges with more confidence.No: Sommeren i Bergen var lys, og nå var det også Eiriks fremtid.En: The summer in Bergen was bright, and now so was Eirik's future. 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While set in the mid-20th century, The Model Patient engages with themes that continue to resonate powerfully today. These include: The power dynamics in psychotherapy and the ethical gray zones that still exist.Women's bodily autonomy and the right to choose: the “birth” of the contraceptive pill, and women's ongoing struggle for reproductive rights.The complexities of women's mental health and its connection to one's own bodyGaslighting and self-doubt, particularly in relationships with an imbalance of power. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

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Anyone looking for novels to read at the pool, beach, or on a plane will appreciate the entertaining, well-crafted books discussed in this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist start with the “subtle beauty” of the latest novel by Ann Patchett (the host-duo detail their favorite novels by this esteemed author). In discussing a new domestic thriller, they debate why male narrators are somewhat rare in that genre. An engaging new book that elevates the standard beach read prompts a series of sideline conversations about various generations. Finally, each host shares a graphic novel she's recently read. The books discussed:Whistler: Ann PatchettThe Au Pair: Teddy WayneThe Shampoo Effect: Jenny JacksonAnxietyland: Gemma CorrellCharity and Sylvia: Tillie WaldenFeisty Fest: Join us from September 18-20, 2026 - https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/Cozy Earth: Use code: AMR to receive 20% off at https://cozyearth.com/Hettas: Use code STAYFEISTY for 20% off at https://hettas.com/Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/Currex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off at https://currex.com/Tifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/ PLUS: Register to win a Free Pair of Sunglasses: https://feistymedia.activehosted.com/f/121

• Remembering Dale Savage and his late-in-life adult career • Why sexuality doesn't disappear as we age • Starting over without apologizing for being “late” • The pressure gay men feel to remain young and desirable • Turning experience into confidence rather than regret • Dreams, fantasies and identities we may still be afraid to explore • Why the next chapter could be the sexiest one yet Because it is never too late to discover a new side of yourself—or finally become the person you were always meant to be. Hot Topic: The New Rules of Kink: When being so submissive means doing exactly what you're told... Hot Topic: Long-term couples and what is the unsexy things that make it work... Hot Topic: Atlantis Cruise is blocked again from docking...this time in Egypt and celebrities onboard speak up... Hot Topic: America's literacy crisis...we recommend our Summer Reads! Advice: When you and your boyfriend have different communication styles... Follow Steve V's new Substack features weekly articles: https://substack.com/@thenakedtruthsteve Follow Stevie on IG: @iam_stevev Follow Lincoln on IG: @madlincoln Follow The Protein Bakery on IG: @proteinbakery Follow Kodi on IG: @mistahmaurice Rate and Review us! Wanna drop a weekly or one time tip to TAGSPODCAST - Show your love for the show and support TAGS! Visit our website: tagspodcast.com Needs some advice for a sex or relationship conundrum? Ask TAGS! DM US ON IG or https://www.talkaboutgaysex.com/contact Follow Of a Certain Age on IG: @ofacertainagepod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Everyone's obsessed with the getting off social media part — deleting the apps, doing the digital detox, bragging about their screen time going down. But almost no one talks about what's supposed to happen once you actually log off. Because here's the thing: stepping away from Instagram only to fall into a Substack doom scroll isn't really progress. It's just a softer-feeling version of the same problem.In this episode, I'm doing something a little different to celebrate summer — I'm reading you one of my recent essays straight from my free Substack, where I get real about what it's actually like to run a seven-figure business while also trying to build a life off the very apps I used to build it. This particular essay gets into something I don't talk about all that often: how losing both of my parents within a year of each other completely cracked open the way I think about time, attention, and what I actually want my life to look like — phone down or not.In this episode, you'll hear… Why getting offline isn't just about swapping one app for a "better" oneThe unsettling stat about our generation and other people's memories that I can't stop thinking aboutHow losing both of my parents within a year of each other changed my relationship with my phone, and with my lifeWhat it actually looked like for me to start rebuilding an offline life on purpose, not by accidentWhy the more offline I get, the better my online business actually doesClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarSubscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay How I Got (More) OfflineGrab Sam's Book When I Start My Business, I'll Be HappyIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Poolside Sketches to Heartfelt Connections Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-12-07-38-19-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Széchenyi Fürdő forró nyári napja zsúfolt volt.En: The hot summer day at the Széchenyi Fürdő was crowded.Hu: Rengeteg ember élvezte a napot és a meleg víz gyógyító hatását.En: Many people enjoyed the sun and the healing effect of the warm water.Hu: Levente, a csendes programozó, épp a medence szélén pihent.En: Levente, the quiet programmer, was resting on the edge of the pool.Hu: Szüksége volt egy kis kikapcsolódásra a munka feszültségei után.En: He needed a little relaxation after the work stress.Hu: A nap lassan lemenni készült az égen, amikor Levente meglátta Esztert, aki a közelben ült, és egy vázlatfüzetbe merült.En: The sun was slowly setting in the sky when Levente saw Eszter, who was sitting nearby, absorbed in a sketchbook.Hu: Az ölében levő papír tele volt életvidám rajzokkal, melyek az őt körülvevő fürdő hangulatát tükrözték.En: The paper in her lap was full of lively drawings that reflected the atmosphere of the surrounding bath.Hu: Eszter élénk természetű grafikushallgató volt, aki új ötletekért jött a Széchenyi Fürdőbe.En: Eszter was a vivacious graphic design student who had come to the Széchenyi Fürdő for new ideas.Hu: Rajzai elbűvölőek voltak, de tele volt kétségekkel önmagát illetően.En: Her drawings were enchanting, but she was full of self-doubt.Hu: Barátja, Árpád, vidáman mesélte neki a legfrissebb egyetemi pletykákat, de Eszter figyelme inkább a rajzaira és az ottani emberekre koncentrálódott.En: Her friend, Árpád, was cheerfully sharing the latest university gossip with her, but Eszter's attention was more focused on her drawings and the people around her.Hu: Levente kezdett bátorságot gyűjteni ahhoz, hogy megszólítsa Esztert.En: Levente was starting to gather the courage to speak to Eszter.Hu: Nem volt könnyű dolog, hiszen általában magában szokott maradni, de azok a rajzok... szinte odahúzták hozzá.En: It wasn't an easy thing, since he generally kept to himself, but those drawings... they practically drew him to her.Hu: Végül összeszedte magát, és odament Eszterhez.En: Finally, he pulled himself together and went over to Eszter.Hu: „Szia,” mondta bátortalanul.En: “Hi,” he said shyly.Hu: „Nagyon tetszenek a rajzaid.En: “I really like your drawings.Hu: Inspirálóak.”En: They're inspiring.”Hu: Eszter meglepődött, de örömmel fogadta a dicséretet.En: Eszter was surprised but welcomed the compliment with joy.Hu: „Köszönöm!” válaszolta mosolyogva.En: “Thank you!” she replied with a smile.Hu: „Még dolgozom rajtuk, de igazán jólesik ezt hallani.”En: “I'm still working on them, but it feels really good to hear that.”Hu: Ahogy beszélgettek, Levente és Eszter megosztották egymással álmaikat és félelmeiket.En: As they talked, Levente and Eszter shared their dreams and fears with each other.Hu: Levente arról mesélt, mennyire nehéz néha új emberekkel ismerkedni.En: Levente talked about how hard it can be to meet new people sometimes.Hu: Eszter pedig bevallotta, hogy bizonytalan a munkájával kapcsolatban.En: Eszter admitted she was uncertain about her work.Hu: De ahogy a nap lassan eltűnt az égbolton, valami megváltozott közöttük.En: But as the sun slowly disappeared from the sky, something changed between them.Hu: Egy mély megértés és bizalom szövődött.En: A deep understanding and trust was formed.Hu: Árpád visszatért a medencéből, vidám mosollyal az arcán, készen arra, hogy újabb történeteket osszon meg.En: Árpád returned from the pool, a cheerful smile on his face, ready to share more stories.Hu: De amint meglátta Levente és Eszter közt a kialakuló kapcsolatot, elmosolyodott és nem zavarta őket.En: But he saw the budding connection between Levente and Eszter and smiled, refraining from interrupting them.Hu: A nap végén Eszter és Levente telefonszámot cseréltek.En: At the end of the day, Eszter and Levente exchanged phone numbers.Hu: Mindketten érezték, hogy valami különleges kezdődött el.En: Both felt that something special had begun.Hu: Levente megnyílt, és már nem félt új embereket megismerni.En: Levente opened up, and no longer feared meeting new people.Hu: Eszter pedig magabiztosabban tekintett a művészi útjára.En: Eszter looked more confidently at her artistic path.Hu: A Széchenyi Fürdő forró nyári napja így lett a kezdet egy új barátságnak, talán valami többnek is.En: The hot summer day at the Széchenyi Fürdő thus became the beginning of a new friendship, perhaps something more.Hu: A folklór és a modern élet találkozása, kellemes melegben és kávéillatú hangulatban, átmenet a múlt és a jövő között.En: A meeting of folklore and modern life, in the pleasant warmth and coffee-scented ambiance, a transition between the past and the future. Vocabulary Words:crowded: zsúfoltprogrammer: programozóhealing: gyógyítórelaxation: kikapcsolódássketchbook: vázlatfüzetlively: életvidámatmosphere: hangulatvivacious: élénk természetűgraphic design: grafikusenchanting: elbűvölőself-doubt: kétségekgossip: pletykákcourage: bátorságinspiring: inspirálóakcompliment: dicséretuncertain: bizonytalanunderstanding: megértéstrust: bizalominterruption: zavartaexchange: cseréltekfear: féltconfidently: magabiztosabbanartistic: művészifolklore: folklórtransition: átmenetmodern: modernambiance: hangulatpotentially: képes lehetbudding: kialakuló

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 259 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah tackle the TBR shelf by reading through Book of the Month titles that have been on their shelves for more than 2 years.New for July- join our Patreon for access to our Summer Read-a-Thon! Participants read from a set of curated prompts, submit the titles they finish for points, and follow along on a game board as they go patreon.com/booktalketcIf you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelySummer Bucket List (T)Water Table (T)The Crash (H)Maternal Instinct (H)Latest ReadThe Truth About Ruby Cooper | Liz Nugent (T)Sacculina | Phillip Fracassi (H)BOTM BooksBOTM Historical Data BaseNot That I Could Tell | Jessica Strawser (T)You're Invited | Amanda Jayatissa (H)The Joy Luck Club | Amy Tan (T)Once There Were Wolves | Charlotte McConaghy (H)Shelf AdditionDie for Me | Shirlene Obuobi (T)The Missed Connection | Tia Williams (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Four award-winning authors — Nina Crespo, Misty Urban, Carrie Schaffer, and Debra Parmley — join host Samantha Tennant to pick their best summer reads, talk travel tropes, and reveal what makes their characters impossible to put down.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they're welcoming summer - growing up reading on the beach! Nostalgic traditions! Camp! Summer books! All the things! Plus they chat Taylor Swifts wedding, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love,  The Love Hypothesis, Love Theoretically becoming a movie, and more! The Main discussion start at : 52:00Teatime starts at: 1:52:00Today in Fangirl Tea Time : Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls TEAM EDWARD: The first five Heated Rivalry episode commentaries are up now! Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  Get Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-aloneCheck out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/ Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirlsGet Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

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Send us Fan MailIn Episode 258 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah chat about Land by Maggie O'Farrell, which was the Book Talk Etc. Community Read for the month of June. In this episode we also share 10 July book releases to get excited about!Join our Patreon for access to our Summer Read-a-Thon! Participants read from a set of curated prompts, submit the titles they finish for points, and follow along on a game board as they go patreon.com/booktalketcIf you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving Latelyyesstyle.com (T)Beauty of Joseon Sunscreen (T)Lip Oil (T)Skin 1004 Cream (T)Alaffia Body Wash (H)Latest ReadLand | Maggie O'Farrell (T+H)July Books on the RadarCountry People | Daniel Mason (T)Every Version of You | Natalie Messier (H)Not with A Bang | Temi Oh (T)The Mortons | Justine Larbalestier (T)The Man | Laura SimsLooker | Laura SimsHow Can I Help You? | Laura Sims (H)The New People | Andrea Uptmor (T)The Parisian Heist | Jo Piazza (T)Make Nice | Ryan Effgan (H)Shelf AdditionNot That I Can Tell | Jessica Strawser (T)Sacculina | Philip Fracassi (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

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Life surrounded by cameras and at the mercy of brands and other residents of an isolated home isn't for the weak. And what if the normal "Love Island" style game was a little more sinister with more personal gain involved? 

Today's guest is navigating a tough season, and as a result she is looking forward to a summer of books with heart that won't be too emotionally draining. Kayla Crum is searching for what she calls light but not fluffy reads, and she's not exactly sure where to find the types of titles she's looking for. Kayla's an RN and freelance writer living in Grand Haven, Michigan, where she enjoys making the most of her Lake Michigan proximity by spending time outside with her family and reading on the beach when she can fit it into her schedule. When it comes to her summer reading quest, Kayla's identified a specific type of story that is really working well for her. Today, Kayla is hoping Anne can help her understand why this specific setting is working so well, because she'd love to discover more books that satisfy in the same way. You'll find the list of titles mentioned today on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/531. Early summer is our busy season around here, and we know that's the case for many of you as well. Our team will be taking next week off, but we will be back in your podcast players the following week. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy exploring our archives of over 500 episodes. Visit us at modernmrsdarcy.com/podcast to explore both recent and backlist episodes. Chapters: 04:29 Meet Kayla 07:38 Kayla's search for books with heart during a season of grief 19:55 The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street by Susan Jane Gilman 22:04 Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo 26:10 The Correspondent by Virginia Evans 28:02  Havoc by Christopher Bollen 32:28 A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna 36:45 Make Nice by Ryan Effgen 41:28 Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan 45:02 The Inn at Lake Devine by Elinor Lipman 48:32 Road Ends by Mary Lawson 54:43 What will Kayla read next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the conversation as Matt and John talk the World Cup, the kingdom of God in the New Testament, and much more! 0:00 Intro 2:22 Sports Roundup 20:41 Summer Read - Return of the Kingdom Part 4 41:30 This Day in Sports History 47:38 One Thing We Liked

Bestselling author Carley Fortune joins Jenna to discuss her unexpected path from journalism to writing Every Summer After and some of the most talked-about books of the decade. Carley shares how place, nostalgia and great love stories shape her books. She also opens up about upcoming screen adaptations, romance tropes, BookTok, mental health and why it's never too late to rediscover your passion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chasing the “dream school” can quietly turn college admissions into a stress contest, and it doesn't have to. We're sharing our annual summer reading list for college parents, with books that help you step back, ask better questions, and support your student without getting pulled into rankings anxiety. If you've been wondering how to talk about fit, finances, and what your child actually needs to thrive, these reads give you a calmer, clearer way in.We start with Jeffrey Selingo's Dream School: Finding the College That's Right for You, plus the bigger perspective his work brings to the college search. We talk about why the most famous schools aren't automatically the best schools, how rankings can distort decisions, and how to reframe “What's your dream school?” into questions about learning environment, outcomes, and support. We also touch on Selingo's “buyers and sellers” idea, a practical way to understand recruiting, merit aid, and why some colleges compete hard for students.From there, we widen the lens to what's happening emotionally for both students and parents. Brad Stolberg's Master of Change introduces “rugged flexibility,” a useful mindset for major life transitions. Jennifer Breheny Wallace's Mattering explores belonging and purpose as real needs, not buzzwords, and we connect that to the college transition. We also recommend a striking poem that captures what neurodiversity can feel like from the inside, a hands-on guide to rekindling motivation when a bright kid seems checked out, and a fascinating look at how the arts can support mental health and brain function, even for students who swear they're “not artistic.”If you want a summer reading list that's practical, humane, and full of conversation starters, come listen, then share this with a fellow college parent and leave us a review so more families can find the support. Which book are you adding to your list first? Thank you for listening!Much more information for college parents can be found on our website, College Parent CentralFind us on Twitter at @CollParCentralFind us on Bluesky at @CollParCentral.bsky.socialSign up for our newsletter for ongoing information

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Heatwave in Amsterdam: Anouk's Journey to Self-Care Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-06-17-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In het hart van Amsterdam ligt een prachtig, omheind park.En: In the heart of Amsterdam lies a beautiful, enclosed park.Nl: De zon schijnt fel op deze zomerdag en de bomen bieden wat schaduw langs de kronkelende paden.En: The sun shines brightly on this summer day, and the trees offer some shade along the winding paths.Nl: Anouk is al vroeg opgestaan.En: Anouk got up early.Nl: Ze heeft zichzelf beloofd om haar dagelijkse lange run af te maken.En: She promised herself to complete her daily long run.Nl: Ze is vastberaden, zoals altijd.En: She is determined, as always.Nl: Vandaag is het echter warmer dan normaal.En: However, today is warmer than usual.Nl: De hitte zindert in de lucht en maakt de ademen moeilijker.En: The heat sizzles in the air, making it harder to breathe.Nl: Maar Anouk, met een vastberaden blik in haar ogen, begint te rennen.En: But Anouk, with a determined look in her eyes, begins to run.Nl: Ze houdt van dit park, met zijn groene gazons en uitnodigende bankjes.En: She loves this park, with its green lawns and inviting benches.Nl: Toch heeft ze geen tijd om te stoppen, zelfs als haar lichaam haar vertelt dat ze moet vertragen.En: Yet, she has no time to stop, even if her body is telling her to slow down.Nl: Bas en Femke zitten op een bankje, nippend aan hun flessen water.En: Bas and Femke sit on a bench, sipping their bottles of water.Nl: Ze kletsen over alledaagse zaken, maar hun ogen zien Anouk rennen in de verte.En: They chat about everyday matters, but their eyes see Anouk running in the distance.Nl: Ze merken dat haar passen minder energiek zijn vandaag.En: They notice her steps are less energetic today.Nl: Anouk voelt de eerste waarschuwingstekens: duizeligheid en een zware ademhaling.En: Anouk feels the first warning signs: dizziness and heavy breathing.Nl: Ze stopt niet.En: She does not stop.Nl: "Ik moet doorgaan," denkt ze.En: "I must go on," she thinks.Nl: Haar voeten bewegen sneller, tegen de wil van haar lijf in.En: Her feet move faster, against her body's will.Nl: Plotseling gebeurt het onvermijdelijke.En: Suddenly, the inevitable happens.Nl: Net voorbij de grote fontein, midden in het park, faalt haar lichaam onder de druk.En: Just past the large fountain, in the middle of the park, her body fails under the pressure.Nl: Anouk zakt in elkaar, en het gras vangt haar op.En: Anouk collapses, and the grass catches her.Nl: Bas en Femke schieten overeind.En: Bas and Femke jump up.Nl: Ze rennen naar haar toe, roepend: "Anouk, alles goed?"En: They run to her, calling, "Anouk, are you okay?"Nl: Femke grijpt haar hand, en Bas haalt snel zijn telefoon tevoorschijn.En: Femke grabs her hand, and Bas quickly takes out his phone.Nl: Maar Anouk komt langzaam bij bewustzijn.En: But Anouk slowly regains consciousness.Nl: Haar ogen fladderen open.En: Her eyes flutter open.Nl: Ze ziet de bezorgde gezichten van haar vrienden boven haar.En: She sees the worried faces of her friends above her.Nl: "Anouk, je moet echt rust nemen," zegt Bas zacht terwijl hij haar voorzichtig helpt om te zitten.En: "Anouk, you really need to take a break," says Bas softly as he gently helps her to sit.Nl: "Je hoeft het niet alleen te doen."En: "You don't have to do it alone."Nl: Anouk knikt, nog wat verward.En: Anouk nods, still a bit confused.Nl: Maar diep van binnen voelt ze een golf van opluchting.En: But deep inside, she feels a wave of relief.Nl: Haar schouders ontspannen als ze beseft dat ze niet zwak is omdat ze hulp nodig heeft.En: Her shoulders relax as she realizes that she is not weak for needing help.Nl: Ze glimlacht zwak naar Femke en Bas.En: She gives a weak smile to Femke and Bas.Nl: De zon zakt langzaam aan de hemel, en het park wordt stil.En: The sun slowly sets in the sky, and the park becomes quiet.Nl: Anouk weet dat ze iets belangrijks heeft geleerd.En: Anouk knows that she has learned something important.Nl: Voor het eerst begrijpt ze dat balans en zelfzorg net zo belangrijk zijn als doorzettingsvermogen.En: For the first time, she understands that balance and self-care are just as important as perseverance.Nl: Terwijl ze rustig wandelen naar de uitgang van het park, voelt Anouk zich vrediger dan ooit.En: As they leisurely walk to the park's exit, Anouk feels more at peace than ever.Nl: Misschien is vandaag de eerste dag dat ze echt leert om af en toe wat zachter te zijn voor zichzelf.En: Perhaps today is the first day she really learns to be a little gentler with herself at times.Nl: Dat is het begin van een nieuwe weg.En: That is the beginning of a new path.Nl: En haar vrienden?En: And her friends?Nl: Die zullen daar altijd zijn om haar op te pakken als ze valt.En: They will always be there to pick her up when she falls. Vocabulary Words:enclosed: omheindshade: schaduwwinding: kronkelendedetermined: vastberadensizzles: zindertdizziness: duizeligheidcollapse: inzaktconsciousness: bewustzijnflutter: fladderenrelief: opluchtinginviting: uitnodigendebenches: bankjesinevitable: onvermijdelijkepressure: drukgently: voorzichtigworry: bezorgdchat: kletsenenergetic: energiekbreathing: ademhalingfail: faalconversational: alledaagsefountain: fonteinpeace: vredebalance: balansself-care: zelfzorgperseverance: doorzettingsvermogenrelax: ontspannenimportant: belangrijkpath: weggentler: zachter

Join the conversation as Matt and John recap the Knicks finals win, Return of the King, and Underwater Tricycling    0:00- Intro  3:10- sports  22:01- return of the king 42:30- today in sports 49:10- one thing

It's just about summer! And whether you're flying out somewhere amazing or just looking for a new book to get lost in, we have a fantastic list of books by Asian Authors! I called upon my friend Sarah-Soonling to help co-host and we chatted with 5 authors about their books and also got some of their recommendations for books you should read! To see the complete list, go to our blog https://infatuasian.com/blog  Special thanks to: Weike Wang, Mike Chen, Lisa Lee, Kirstin Chen, and Vanessa Hua for giving us their recommendations! Write to us at Infatuasianpodcast@gmail.com, and follow us @infatuasianpodcast. Check out our website https://infatuasian.com/ Our Theme: “Super Happy J-Pop Fun-Time” by Prismic Studios was arranged and performed by @invictusquartet Cover Art and Logo designed by Justin Chuan @w.a.h.w (We Are Half the World) #asianpodcast #asianamerican #infatuasian #representationmatters  

 Join the conversation as Matt and John talk about bucket list sporting events, the Return of the Kingdom, and Mel Ott.   0:00- intro 4:22- sports 13:42- Return of the Kingdom 40:53- today in sports 46:09- one thing 

I loved hosting my annual Summer Reading List celebration in New York! I invite all authors on my list (see here) to meet each other, share about their books, and connect. Here are the photos so you can feel like you're in the room where it happened! Where else can you get 30 authors in one room pitching books to each other? Enjoy. And share my list! By the way, if you're someone (like me) who enjoys recommending books and sharing links to all types of products, you should join ShopMy as a creator! Use my referral code to get started and see proof that your recommendations matter. Click here! #shopmycreator ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! ***** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sanjana and Tyler open on a question that cuts across every romance subgenre: What does authenticity in world-building actually require, and when does getting it wrong take readers out of the story entirely? Sanj brings her Corn Laws knowledge and a therapist-in-training's eye; Tyler brings ten years of fashion editing and very strong opinions about brand-dropping. Then author and publisher Adriana Herrera joins to break down the Historical Trailblazers Romance Collection—the Kickstarter collaboration with Ali Hazelwood, the Fated Mates podcast, and Julia Whelan's Audiobrary to give five genre-defining historicals the special editions they deserve—and why mainstream publishing keeps selling historicals short. To close: Sanj and Tyler pitch their all-time summer reads and define what separates a summer book from an anytime book. On world-building authenticity: the fashion-brand problem, on-page therapy sessions, and why internal consistency matters more than strict historical accuracy. Adriana Herrera is the author of Las Leonas series and co-founder of AH² with Ali Hazelwood. The Historical Trailblazers Romance Collection features Butterfly Swords by Jeannie Lin, Magpie Lord by KJ Charles, Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase, Indigo by Beverly Jenkins, and Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas. Summer read picks: The Pairing by Casey McQuiston (Tyler), The Art of Scandal by Regina Black (Sanjana), Never Been Shipped by Alicia Thompson (bonus!). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.