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'Pig Years' and 'What the Chicken Knows' consider the interior worlds of farm animals
Today's books take readers into the secret lives of farm animals. The first, Pig Years, is a memoir by the writer Ellen Gaydos, who began working as a farmhand at 18 years old. In Pig Years, she writes lyrically about working with, raising and admiring pigs-all while knowing they'll one day be slaughtered. In today's episode, we revisit a conversation between Gaydos and NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben about the intimacy of working with people and animals on the farm. Next, author Sy Montgomery has written more than 34 books about creatures, including turtles and octopi. Her latest project is a book about chickens. What the Chicken Knows is an homage that relishes all we don't know about the birds. In today's episode, Montgomery speaks with Here & Now's Peter O'Dowd about chickens' surprising signs of intelligence and what to do when a rooster attacks.
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A new cookbook from food journalist Mark Bittman invites kids into the kitchen
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Cooking with young kids can be a mess, but embracing this idea is the point of Mark Bittman's new cookbook. In How to Cook Everything Kids, the journalist and author makes the case that inviting young chefs into the kitchen is the best way to get them curious about food. The book is filled with child-friendly recipes for dishes like baked ziti, pizza and blueberry muffins that make use of playf...
In 'Growing Up Urkel,' actor Jaleel White reflects on a career-defining role
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Steve Urkel, the nerdy, bespectacled neighbor in Family Matters, is one of '90s television's most iconic characters. Urkel's nasally voice, oversized glasses and signature catchphrases made the character nearly inescapable in pop culture - and also made a star out of Jaleel White, the actor who played him. In a new memoir, Growing Up Urkel, White reflects on how the role catapulted his career w...
NPR staffers pick their favorite reads of the year
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The 2024 edition of Books We Love (apps.npr.org/best-books/#view=covers&year=2024) is here. Each year, NPR staffers and critics submit their favorite reads of the year across genres. Those selections are compiled into a reading guide, where you can sort by filters, including Book Club Ideas, The States We're In, Rather Short or Rather Long. In today's episode, NPR's Andrew Limbong and Steve Ins...
Bonnie Kistler's new thriller explores ageism from the lens of a murder | Book of the Day
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Kate's new husband, who she reunites with 50 years after they were high school sweethearts, has just confessed that he was behind the Tylenol murders - a real, unsolved series of deaths in 1982 from poison-laced Tylenol pills in the Chicago area. When Kate tries to report him, the killer convinces everyone around her that her age, 70, is deteriorating her memory. This is the beginning of Bonnie...
Two nonfiction books take critical views of bankruptcy and microlending systems | Book of the Day
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Two nonfiction books question the efficacy of financial systems that are meant to help lift people out of poverty. In Unjust Debts, law professor Melissa Jacoby argues that bankruptcy in the United States exacerbates existing racial and economic inequalities. While filing for bankruptcy is supposed to offer individuals and families a fresh start, Jacoby suggests that the system often benefits c...
'Say Nothing' tells the story of 'The Troubles' through one woman's murder | Book of the Day
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In the late 1900s, Protestants and Catholics were in conflict over who should rule Northern Ireland, the British or the Irish. The time was dubbed "The Troubles." Journalist Patrick Radden Keefe's Say Nothing tells the story of this conflict through the disappearance of a woman, Jean McConville. His nonfiction book has now been adapted into an FX show by the same name. In today's episode, we re...
In 'Citizen,' former President Clinton reflects on his post-White House years | Book of the Day
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Since leaving the White House more than two decades ago, Bill Clinton has remained a leader in the Democratic Party, but has mostly focused on philanthropy and public service. He has aimed to address the HIV/AIDS crisis globally and he worked to help free two American journalists incarcerated in North Korea. Clinton's new memoir, Citizen, takes stock of these post-presidential years - but also ...
In a new version of 'The Cake Bible,' Rose Levy Beranbaum updates a classic | Book of the Day
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When Rose Levy Beranbaum's The Cake Bible was first published in 1988, it took the baking world by storm. It was the first cake book to list ingredients by weight instead of volume and also introduced the technique of reverse creaming. Now, 35 years later, Beranbaum has released a new version of The Cake Bible. The update includes altered recipes that keep pace with changes to ingredients and e...
In the new novel 'Pony Confidential,' a crime-solving pony seeks revenge | Book of the Day
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Pony Confidential, a new novel by author Christina Lynch, is about an unlikely detective: a crime-solving pony who sets off to find his long-lost first owner. Penny, who was just a little girl when separated from Pony, is now an adult who has been accused of murder-and Pony is ready to clear her name. The book was inspired by a combination of tales from The Odyssey and Lynch's curiosity about t...
New books on Johnny Carson and Shirley MacLaine offer intimate views of celebrity | Book of the Day
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New books focused on Johnny Carson and Shirley MacLaine offer intimate portraits of two of television and Hollywood's biggest stars. Johnny Carson hosted The Tonight Show for 30 years, becoming an unparalleled nighttime staple and unifying force within American culture. His life is the subject of Carson the Magnificent, a new biography co-written by Bill Zehme and Mike Thomas, who took over the...
Brit Barron's latest is a guide on maintaining relationships in a polarized world | Book of the Day
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We live in a time where it can be difficult to maintain good relationships with people with opposing views. While writing her new book, Do You Still Talk to Grandma?, Brit Barron saw everyone around her struggling to hold this tension while connecting with the people they love. Her book is a guide to navigating those relationships with our loved ones - even when we disagree with them. In today'...
With 'Mystical Lotería,' Yvette Montoya reimagines a traditional Latino party game | Book of the Day
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Author Yvette Montoya didn't grow up playing Lotería, but she discovered the classic Latino party game in college. There, she fell in love with Lotería itself, but also the vibrant art and imagery of its boards and card decks. Now, Montoya has reinvented her own version of the bingo-like game with Mystical Lotería, a game set and book that give the traditional version a spiritual twist. In toda...
A parenting book by author Kelley Coleman focuses on the care of disabled children | Book of the Day
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Parents of disabled children are responsible for navigating a number of complex systems, from educational services and accommodation to medical care. Author Kelley Coleman, whose son has an undiagnosed genetic syndrome, says that parenting a disabled child can be hard-but hard is not bad. That's the central framework of her book, Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child, whi...
A shocking discovery follows an artist's death in Paula Hawkins' 'The Blue Hour' | Book of the Day
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Author Paula Hawkins is best known for her 2015 novel The Girl on the Train. Her new book, The Blue Hour, is also a thriller, this time set on a remote but idyllic Scottish island. The novel focuses on the death of artist Vanessa Chapman, who leaves behind her diaries and a piece of art that sets off a shocking discovery. The story that follows involves secrets, lies and murder. In today's epis...
'Tías and Primas' and 'Linguaphile' are nonfiction books on family and language | Book of the Day
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'Tías and Primas' and 'Linguaphile' are nonfiction books on family and language | Book of the Day
'Big Jim and the White Boy,' is a graphic novel that reinterprets Mark Twain | Book of the Day
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'Big Jim and the White Boy,' is a graphic novel that reinterprets Mark Twain | Book of the Day
Stanley Tucci's food diary 'What I Ate in One Year' | Book of the Day
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Stanley Tucci's food diary 'What I Ate in One Year' | Book of the Day
In Winsome Bingham's 'The Walk,' a community bands together to head to the polls | Book of the Day
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In Winsome Bingham's 'The Walk,' a community bands together to head to the polls | Book of the Day
Bob Woodward's 'War' invites readers into a world of back-channel diplomacy | Book of the Day
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Bob Woodward's 'War' invites readers into a world of back-channel diplomacy | Book of the Day
'Patriot' is a posthumous memoir by the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny | Book of the Day
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'Patriot' is a posthumous memoir by the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny | Book of the Day
'American Scary' documents a cultural obsession with horror in the United States | Book of the Day
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'American Scary' documents a cultural obsession with horror in the United States | Book of the Day
In 'Ottolenghi Comfort,' Yotam Ottolenghi takes an expansive view of comfort food | Book of the Day
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In 'Ottolenghi Comfort,' Yotam Ottolenghi takes an expansive view of comfort food | Book of the Day
Al Pacino's memoir 'Sonny Boy' is a story of adventure | Book of the Day
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Al Pacino's memoir 'Sonny Boy' is a story of adventure | Book of the Day
Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha bears witness to war in 'Forest of Noise' | Book of the Day
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Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha bears witness to war in 'Forest of Noise' | Book of the Day
Rebecca Yarros on literary tropes, chronic illness and 'Fourth Wing' | Book of the Day
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Rebecca Yarros on literary tropes, chronic illness and 'Fourth Wing' | Book of the Day
In children's books from Trevor Noah and Travis Jonker, adventure is not far off | Book of the Day
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In children's books from Trevor Noah and Travis Jonker, adventure is not far off | Book of the Day
A new biography paints Queen Elizabeth II as Britain's emotional anchor | Book of the Day
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A new biography paints Queen Elizabeth II as Britain's emotional anchor | Book of the Day
TikTok creator Owen Han aims to perfect the art of the sandwich | Book of the Day
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TikTok creator Owen Han aims to perfect the art of the sandwich | Book of the Day

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  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 2 дні тому

    People really, really underestimate how smart pigs are, they are more trainable than dogs.

  • @fatemaAkter-s8i
    @fatemaAkter-s8i 2 дні тому

    I’ve been following your channel-great videos, but views are low. With better SEO, we can change that. Let's discuss how I can help.

  • @Greggy0
    @Greggy0 2 дні тому

    Best series iv watched all year

  • @heatherkan
    @heatherkan 3 дні тому

    I disliked All Fours so many people loved it and I found the protagonist grating.

  • @stephanierodgers5082
    @stephanierodgers5082 4 дні тому

    Can I ask who give the rights for my father's name to be used in the program say nothing this has opened up a can off worms for me my name is Brendan hughes 😢

  • @Get-Saved
    @Get-Saved 4 дні тому

    Fishare you right.... Why dude got the Thriller post from Michael Jackson? I'm sueing 😂😂

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 4 дні тому

    I can't tell if the cover photo is supposed to be funny or serious

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 5 днів тому

    Miranda July's All Fours really is a GREAT book, highly recommend it

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 6 днів тому

    A thriller based around an over 70s protagonist is very fitting for the times

  • @UnknownMoses
    @UnknownMoses 7 днів тому

    The witnesses who lied should go to jail and ross perot’s estate should be required to give Benjamine Spencer 100 million dollars and the government should not tax it as income as its payment of a debt

  • @vickiejoachim6490
    @vickiejoachim6490 7 днів тому

    Just visited Ireland and Belfast. Very fascinating country. Just read this excellent book. Highly recommend

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 8 днів тому

    I own this book and I highly recommend, very compelling

  • @newmoonflower6723
    @newmoonflower6723 9 днів тому

    I'm from South Africa There are South Africans that has access to this technology and have been and are using it for malicious purposes.

  • @waynemcauliffe-fv5yf
    @waynemcauliffe-fv5yf 9 днів тому

    I`m liking it so far mate. Explains woke to me

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 11 днів тому

    Why am I not surprised cake pans got supersized, just like all other food serving sizes in the US

  • @elizabethyow1165
    @elizabethyow1165 13 днів тому

    📚 🌳 Thank you for your poetry, I learned a lot in this podcast episode

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 16 днів тому

    Bless this amazing man and his endless sacrifices for justice.

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 16 днів тому

    The cover of this book is just so vibrant and lively and lovely.

  • @ajk9420
    @ajk9420 18 днів тому

    Hmm I wonder what it’d look like for men.

  • @nopantssteve6784
    @nopantssteve6784 18 днів тому

    Bernie always been #1

  • @NickelSack79
    @NickelSack79 19 днів тому

    Great for staring campfires.

  • @5y4n1d3
    @5y4n1d3 20 днів тому

    This is Complete misinformation and propaganda and more research definitely should have been done instead of listening to lies being pushed by certain campaigns . That call you describe -never even happened.

  • @AngelaStalcup
    @AngelaStalcup 22 дні тому

    I came in in the middle of an author interview yesterday, and I missed the book title, etc. I thought, I bet it will be on NPR Book of the Day, and sure enough-it’s Linguaphile! Thanks!

  • @Trinifood
    @Trinifood Місяць тому

    Yotam is a gem. Love his books.

  • @kathysmith7190
    @kathysmith7190 Місяць тому

    An honest, honorable man who I admire for his speaking Truth to Power, as well as being the award-winning poet that he is..With deep respect...

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    What a profound man, thank you

  • @elainedemers1940
    @elainedemers1940 Місяць тому

    There is ..marlon brando... Then there is ..everybody else.😅

  • @WellsfordAccommodation
    @WellsfordAccommodation Місяць тому

    ua-cam.com/video/23wb3_I1IDA/v-deo.html&ab_channel=TheBestsellerBreakdown

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    The irony of calling someone who was notoriously publicly dispassionate and blank the 'emotional anchor'....

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    I love the cover of this book, so winking and sleek

  • @hdebard
    @hdebard Місяць тому

    really...the anchor? im sorry but the royals of Britain havent done much else that to achor awe ..they wanted to be godheads and worship from their people.

  • @hollandjasper
    @hollandjasper Місяць тому

    And she had a son. He became the king and he had sausages for fingers

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    "Into the Uncut Grass" is such a lovely, evocative title, well done Trevor

  • @oralogarro9932
    @oralogarro9932 Місяць тому

    White Britain need to speak for themselves white Britain don't speak for me a black British man from the British west indies, we see the queen 👑 in a different light

  • @PurpleistheIris
    @PurpleistheIris Місяць тому

    great book as always.

  • @yatesa961
    @yatesa961 Місяць тому

    I love this book and am reading it again.

  • @ms.ciciwalters4786
    @ms.ciciwalters4786 Місяць тому

    I was delighted to find a book for my Sixteen year old grandSON! It's so easy to find something for his twin sister but other than food I can't have find things for him. Thank you, thank you, Mr. Reynolds! BTW I purchased two books, one for him and one for me!

  • @D0ST03VSKY
    @D0ST03VSKY Місяць тому

    An absolutely captivating and thought-provoking read! As a longtime admirer of Miranda July’s work, both in literature and film, I find her unique voice consistently compelling. For those unfamiliar with her style, I recommend looking into her background, as her artistic approach is unconventional and may not resonate with absolutely everyone. July has a gift for illustrating scenes that are starkly vulnerable, often balancing on the edge of discomfort - her writing evokes a deep emotional resonance, blending poignancy with moments of raw, sometimes sexually unsettling, intimacy. This tension between fragility and boldness makes her storytelling all the more powerful to me.

  • @sarayur3631
    @sarayur3631 Місяць тому

    So happy for her, great writer…

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    I actually think a protagonist who questions the morality of what it takes to stay alive at all is very intriguing.

  • @evanwalgren9591
    @evanwalgren9591 Місяць тому

    😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @babymonalisa
    @babymonalisa Місяць тому

    I've pre-ordered mine. Can't wait!

  • @whitesauce923
    @whitesauce923 Місяць тому

    This book is very thoughtful and well-written. Don’t let its detractors stop you from reading it. It’s not at all radical.

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    Being a librarian is already a job that doesn't get enough support and thanks, it tends to draw a personality type who is NOT especially extroverted or political, who is especially likely to get stressed by this type of treatment. On behalf of all librarians, I wish America would shush!

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 Місяць тому

    Giving the wrong directions to tourists is indeed one of the hidden pleasures of being a New Yorker!

  • @ibrahimsiddiqui6348
    @ibrahimsiddiqui6348 Місяць тому

    I am a Muslim. And I understand the details of the Palestinian history and journey As an American Muslim, I know for a fact most American Muslims are told not to discuss the subject at work or social circles Because we are told if we do, we will be in trouble What he has written in this book I’ve known for 52 years Muslim knows this already We knew the Iraq war was based on a lies We knew there was no WMD We knew there was no connection between Iraq and Al Qaeda So we knew the 500,000 Iraqis That were killed they were killed with our tax dollars But we couldn’t open up and discuss this with fellow Americans And we knew someone came out in public like he has in this book he would be blacklisted He is a hero ! Malcolm X Martin Luther King, Frederick, Douglass, and so many others would be proud of him I want people to remember, South Africa I want people to do research and find out what happened with South Africa in the 1990s I want to do search on UA-cam and listen to what Nelson Mandela said about Palestine Then you will understand the connection Then you will understand why the government of South Africa has presented the case with international criminal court that Israel is guilty of genocide There is so much more he will learn about Palestine About the darkness About the crimes about the rapes About the torture prisons About children in jail And so much more

  • @ibrahimsiddiqui6348
    @ibrahimsiddiqui6348 Місяць тому

    I got my book about two hours ago. I strongly encourage every American to read this book And I hope he writes more about the Palestinian cause If he does, I think he will be shocked I’m waiting for him to write about much more than walking down the street in Hebron I’m waiting for him to discover the dead bodies, laying in refrigerators in Israeli prisons Because the government refuses to send the bodies to the family for burial I’m waiting for him to write about the number of children 12 years old 15 year-old kids who are in jail with no charges against them indefinitely because their subject of military Justice I’m waiting for him to write about 1948 1967 1973 and what did these three years have in common with 2023 and 2024 ? It’s the same process that began in 1948 To steal the land and to make life in habitable so that Palestine would leave or the decision to exterminate them I pray and hope Americans do what they did with South Africa to Palestine There’s a reason why South Africa has introduced the case for genocide in Palestine international criminal court Because they know best He is encountering this epiphany because he realizes as a taxpayer Blood is now on his hands and hours because we are not told the truth of what is going on and why so many Palestinians are being killed every day Time is running out They may not be enough left pretty soon I’m going to read all of his books

  • @kerriannnchambers8233
    @kerriannnchambers8233 Місяць тому

    I will be buying his book. I was appalled by that one man and the fact that the station did not diaclosed that the man wife and children are currently in Isreal. He has a personal stake in the matter. He converted to the religion to marry his wife and publicly wrote an article about his abult circumcision. Look it up. I also agree with Mr. Coastes. I would like to hear a Palestinian perspective on the matter. I however, am not brainwashedby the media and I am fully aware of the biases that are present..

  • @ShoebQ1
    @ShoebQ1 Місяць тому

    Beautiful, just bought and started reading his book. Thank you for giving voice to the voiceless.

  • @edmey
    @edmey Місяць тому

    Of course the Israeli/Palestine concerns Americans! We supply the weapons and the moral support for the genocidal impulses of the Israel regime. At the same time, welcoming the Israeli prime minister to the US Congress who is under indictment for genocide by the International Criminal court weakens international law.