Podcasts to Books

Curious what all the hot podcasts are about but not a big fan of the audio medium? These excellent podcasts have books you can check out!

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You didn't hear this from me : (mostly) true notes on gossip

Author(s):

McKinney, Kelsey

Description:

"Can you keep a secret? As the pandemic forced us to socialize at a distance, Kelsey McKinney was mourning the juicy updates, jaw-dropping stories, and idle chatter that she'd typically collect over drinks with friends. She realized she wasn't the only one missing these little morsels and her hunger for this aspect of normalcy took on a life of its own and the blockbuster Normal Gossip podcast was born. With listenership in the millions and gossip quickly becoming her day job, Kelsey found herself with the urge to think more critically about gossip as a form, to better understand the role that it plays in our culture. In YOU DIDN'T HEAR THIS FROM ME, McKinney explores the murkiness of everyday storytelling. Why is gossip considered a sin and how can we better recognize when gossip is being weaponized against the oppressed? Why do we think we're entitled to every detail of a celebrity's personal life because they are a public figure? And how do we even define "gossip," anyway? She dishes on the art of eavesdropping and dives deep into how pop culture has changed the way that we look at hearsay. But as much as the book aims to treat gossip as a subject worthy of rigor, it also hopes to capture the heart of gossiping: how enchanting and fun it can be to lean over and whisper something a little salacious into your friend's ear. With wit and honesty, McKinney unmasks what we're actually searching for when we demand to know the truth - and how much the truth really matters in the first place"--

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Book

Call Number:

302.24 McK

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Waiting for the punch : words to live by from the WTF podcast

Author(s):

Maron, Marc

Oliver, John,

Description:

From the beloved and wildly popular podcast WTF with Marc Maron comes a book of intimate, hilarious, and life changing conversations with some of the funniest, and most important people in the world like you've never heard them before

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Book

Call Number:

792.76 Mar

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I'll be home for Christmas movies : the Deck the Hallmark podcast's guide to your holiday TV obsession

Author(s):

Gray, Brandon

Polaha, Kristoffer,

Description:

From the three funny, likable dudes behind the Deck the Hallmark podcast, this is a guide to TV's most popular Christmas movies, full of reviews, original interviews, and viewing party ideas.--

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Book

Call Number:

791.4363 Gra

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Welcome to Night Vale : a novel

Author(s):

Fink, Joseph (Fiction writer)

Cranor, Jeffrey,

Description:

"Located in a nameless desert somewhere in the great American Southwest, Night Vale is a small town where ghosts, angels, aliens, and government conspiracies are all commonplace parts of everyday life. It is here that the lives of two women, with two mysteries, will converge. Nineteen-year-old Night Vale pawn shop owner Jackie Fierro is given a paper marked "KING CITY" by a mysterious man in a tan jacket holding a deer skin suitcase. She can't seem to get the paper to leave her hand, and no one who meets this man can remember anything about him. Night Vale PTA treasurer Diane Crayton's son, Josh, is moody and also a shape shifter. Diane's started to see her son's father everywhere she goes, looking the same as the day he left years earlier, when they were both teenagers. Josh shows a stronger and stronger interest in his estranged father, leading to a disaster Diane can see coming, even as she is helpless to prevent it. Diane's search to reconnect with her son and Jackie's search for her former routine life collide as they find themselves coming back to two words: "KING CITY". It is King City that holds the key to both of their mysteries, and their futures, if they can ever find it."--provided by publisher.

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Book

Call Number:

FIC Fin

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Cosmic queries : StarTalk's guide to who we are, how we got here, and where we're going

Author(s):

Tyson, Neil deGrasse

Walker, Lindsey N.,

Description:

"An exploration of some of the deepest questions about our place in the universe"--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

523.1 Tys

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The rest is history : history's most curious questions answered

Author(s):

Doughty, Adam,

Description:

"This entertaining companion to the massively popular history podcast tackles everything from Alexander the Great to Agatha Christie, the Wars of the Roses to Watergate-with a unique blend of wit, wisdom, and good old-fashioned banter. The Rest Is History podcast brilliantly distills major moments in human history, covering everything from the Trojan War to a historical ranking of the greatest dogs. Now, this official tie-in book brings the chart-topping podcast's charms to the page, offering readers a fresh, wide-ranging tour of humanity's essential, and essentially weird, moments, including: - Did the Trojan War actually happen? - What was the most disastrous party in history? - Was Richard Nixon more like Caligula or Claudius? - How did a hair appointment almost blow Churchill's cover? - Why did the Nazis believe they were descended from Atlantis? Featuring an introduction from podcast hosts Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook, this book cleverly demonstrates that the past--from modern to ancient and every time in between--is both closer to us than we might realize and bafflingly strange, all at once. So run your Egyptian milk bath, strap up your best Spartan sandals, and prepare for a journey down the highways and byways of the human past."--Publisher.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

909 Res

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The last book on the left : stories of murder and mayhem from history's most notorious serial killers

Author(s):

Kissel, Ben

Neely, Tom,

Description:

Since its first show in 2010, The Last Podcast on the Left has barreled headlong into all things horror, as hosts Henry Zebrowski, Ben Kissel, and Marcus Parks cover subjects spanning Jeffrey Dahmer, werewolves, Jonestown, and supernatural phenomena. Deeply researched but with a morbidly humorous bent, the podcast has earned a dedicated and aptly cultlike following for its unique take on all things macabre. Intheir first book, the guys take a deep dive into history's most infamous serial killers, from Ted Bundy to John Wayne Gacy, exploring their origin stories, haunting habits, and perverse predilections. Featuring newly developed content alongside updated fan favorites, each profile is an exhaustive examination of the darker side of human existence. With appropriately creepy four-color illustrations throughout and a gift-worthy paper over board format, The Last Book on the Left will satisfy the bloodlust of readers everywhere

Format:

Book

Call Number:

364.15232 Kis

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60 songs that explain the '90s

Author(s):

Harvilla, Rob

Jacoby, Tara,

Description:

"The 1990s were a chaotic and gritty and utterly magical time for music, a confounding barrage of genres and lifestyles and superstars, from grunge to hip-hop, from sumptuous RB to rambunctious ska-punk, from Axl to Kurt to Missy to Santana to Tupac to Britney. In 60 SONGS THAT EXPLAIN THE '90s, Ringer music critic Rob Harvilla reimagines all the earwormy, iconic hits Gen Xers pine for with vivid historical storytelling, sharp critical analysis, rampant loopiness, and wryly personal ruminations on the most bizarre, joyous, and inescapable songs from a decade we both regret entirely and miss desperately"--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

781.64 Har

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Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life

Author(s):

Mayyasi, Alex

Description:

From the world's leading economics podcast comes an irresistible guide to the hidden world of everyday economics.

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Book

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The world of Lore. Dreadful places

Author(s):

Mahnke, Aaron

Description:

"Sometimes you walk into a room, a building, or even a town, and you feel it. Something seems off--an atmosphere that leaves you oddly unsettled, with a sense of lingering darkness. Join Aaron Mahnke, the host of the popular podcast Lore, as he explores some of these dreadful places and the history that haunts them. Mahnke takes us to Colorado and the palatial Stanley Hotel, where wealthy guests enjoyed views of the Rocky Mountains at the turn of the twentieth century--and where, decades later, a restless author would awaken from a nightmare, inspired to write one of the most revered horror novels of all time. Mahnke also crosses land and sea to visit frightful sites--from New Orleans to Richmond, Virginia, to the brooding, ancient castles of England--each with its own echoes of dark deeds, horrible tragedies, and shocking evil still resounding. Filled with evocative illustrations, this eerie tour of lurid landmarks and doomed destinations is just the ticket to take armchair travelers with a taste for the macabre to places they never thought they'd visit in their wildest, scariest dreams. This volume includes some of the best stories from the Lore podcast, such as "Echoes," "Withering Heights," and "Behind Closed Doors" as well as rare material"--Amazon.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

133.12 Mah

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Obitchuary : the big hot book of death

Author(s):

Henry, Spencer (Podcaster)

Baker, Allie Kingsley

Description:

It's safe to say everyone thinks about death--whether they want to or not. But have you ever wondered about what sort of keepsakes you can make with your remains, or given any thought to the most scandalous deathbed confessions throughout history? Well Madison Reyes and Spencer Henry have, and they've spent countless hours scouring the darkest corners of the internet, digging through newspaper archives, devouring documents, and picking the brains of death industry experts to bring you Obitchuary, a darkly funny and deeply poignant exploration of all things death. With chapters like "Coffin Confessions," "Executions to Die For," "The Last Word," and "If These Dolls Could Speak," Madison and Spencer guide us through surprisingly colorful history, traditions, and contemporary practices. They also demystify taboo topics with incredible and hilarious details, including FUNerals, as they call them, cremations and themed funerals, famous body snatchers, and so much more. Shocking, macabre, hilarious, and moving, Obitchuary digs deep into the physical aspects of death while also carefully exploring what death says about our humanity and the ways we choose to remember those we've lost. So go ahead, crack open the book--we know you're dying to read it.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

306.9 Hen

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The family firm : a data-driven guide to better decision making in the early school years

Author(s):

Oster, Emily

Description:

Emily Oster offers a classic business school framework for data-driven parents to think more deliberately about the key issues of the elementary years: school, health, extracurricular activities, and more. Unlike the hourly challenges of infant parenting, the big questions in this age come up less frequently. But we live with the consequences of our decisions for much longer. What's the right kind of school and at what age should a particular kid start? How do you encourage a healthy diet? Should kids play a sport and how seriously? How do you think smartly about encouraging children's independence? Oster investigates how to navigate the complexity of day-to-day family logistics. Making these decisions is less about finding the specific answer and more about taking the right approach. Oster shows us that thoughtful business process can help smooth out tough family decisions. Her book is a guide to how to think clearly--and with less ambient stress--about the key decisions of the elementary school years.--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

306.874 Ost

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Stay sexy & don't get murdered : the definitive how-to guide

Author(s):

Kilgariff, Karen

Hardstark, Georgia,

Description:

The highly anticipated first book by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, the voices behind the number one hit podcast My Favorite Murder! Sharing never-before-heard stories ranging from their struggles with depression, eating disorders, and addiction, Karen and Georgia irreverently recount their biggest mistakes and deepest fears, reflecting on the formative life events that shaped them into two of the most followed voices in the nation.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

155.333 Kil

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Sawbones : the horrifying, hilarious road to modern medicine

Author(s):

McElroy, Sydnee

Smirl, Teylor,

Description:

For thousands of years, people have done things that sound strange to us and a means to cure their ills. Sydnee and Justin McElroy break down the weird and wonderful way we got to modern healthcare--and some of the terrifying detours along the way. Every week, Dr. Sydnee McElroy and her husband Justin amaze, amuse, and gross out (depending on the week) avid listeners to their podcast, Sawbones. This journey through thousands of years of medical mishaps and miracles is hilarious and educational. While you may never even consider applying some of the weird cures, you will almost certainly face some questionable medical advice in your everyday life and be better able to figure out if this is a miracle cure or a scam.--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

610.9 McE 2020

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Stuff you should know : an incomplete compendium of mostly interesting things

Author(s):

Clark, Josh, 1976-

Parker, Nils,

Description:

The duo behind the podcast "Stuff You Should Know" offers an unexpected look at weird, fascinating, delightful, or unexpected elements of a wide variety of topics, featuring new subjects that they've long wondered about and wanted to explore.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

031.02 Cla

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Table 4 at the River Cafe : conversations about food and life

Author(s):

Rogers, Ruth, 1948-

Donaldson, Matthew

Description:

"Inspired by her podcast Ruthie's Table 4, award-winning chef Ruthie Rogers, the cofounder of London's celebrated The River Cafe, presents a lively array of compelling essays about food by a dazzling roster of celebrities including David Beckham, Martha Stewart, and Mel Brooks. Since its 2021 launch, the acclaimed podcast Ruthie's Table 4 has welcomed an extraordinary range of high-profile guests including Tina Fey, Austin Butler, Jamie Oliver, and Paul McCartney. Talking about food unlocks something within them, stories and emotions never before shared. Now the show's host, Ruthie Rogers, the chef and cofounder of London's renowned The River Cafe, presents a collection of essays based on her interviews with the actors, singers, politicians, athletes, and artists who have appeared on the podcast. Table 4 at the River Cafe is a celebration of food and how its preparation and enjoyment nourishes, unites, and enlightens"-- Provided by publisher.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

394.12 Rog

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Let's talk about hard things

Author(s):

Sale, Anna

Description:

Anna Sale wants you to have that conversation that you've been avoiding or putting off, maybe for years. The one that you've thought they'll never understand or do I really want to bring that up? or its not going to go well, so why even try? Sale is the founder and host of WNYCs podcast 'Death, Sex, & Money', and here she uses the best of what she's learned from her podcast to discuss the tough topics that all of us encounter.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

153.6 Sal

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Real life organizing : clean and clutter-free in 15 minutes a day

Author(s):

Aarssen, Cassandra

Walsh, Peter,

Description:

Declutter your way to happiness and peace of mind. Are you constantly cleaning up and clearing away clutter? Do you feel overwhelmed by your stuff? Whether you live in a studio apartment or a large house, we all face the challenge of staying organized so we have a tidy home that feels welcoming, peaceful and calm.

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Book

Call Number:

648.5 Aar

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Greeking out. Tales from the underworld : ghostly myths from around the globe : an official podcast tie-in

Author(s):

Curtis, Kenny

Espila, Javier,

Description:

"This middle-grade book contains 20 myths from around the world that focus on life, death, and the underworld. All are told in the voice of the popular Greeking Out podcast. The stories are accompanied by factual sidebars and interstitials that provide context on the myths"--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

J 292.2 Cur

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BuzzFeed unsolved supernatural : 101 true tales of hauntings, demons, and the paranormal

Author(s):

Bergara, Ryan

Katz, Anna,

Description:

Shane Madej and Ryan Bergara's BuzzFeed Unsolved Supernatural includes 101 of the spookiest locations in the USA, including exclusive content brand--new to the book.--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

133.1 Ber

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Everybody has a podcast (except you) : a how-to guide from the first family of podcasting

Author(s):

McElroy, Justin, 1980-

McElroy, Griffin,

Description:

From the McElroy Brothers, creators and comedic forces behind hit podcasts, comes a helpful and sometimes hilarious how-to podcast guide covering everything you need to know to make, produce, edit, and promote a podcast...and get rich* doing it! (*Results not guaranteed).--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

791.46 McE

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NPR's podcast start up guide : create, launch, and grow a podcast on any budget

Author(s):

Weldon, Glen, 1968-

Description:

From NPR comes the definitive guide to podcasting, featuring step-by-step advice on how to find a unique topic, tell the best stories, and engage the most listeners, as well as the secrets that will take a podcast to the next level.

Format:

Book

Call Number:

791.46 Wel

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Bag man : the wild crimes, audacious cover-up & spectacular downfall of a brazen crook in the White House

Author(s):

Maddow, Rachel

Yarvitz, Michael,

Description:

The untold story of the other scandal that rocked Nixon's White House, and reset the rules for crooked presidents to come--with new reporting that expands on Rachel Maddow's podcast. The year was 1973, and Spiro T. Agnew, the former governor of Maryland, was Richard Nixon's second-in-command. Long on firebrand rhetoric and short on political experience, Agnew had carried out a bribery and extortion ring in office for years, when--at the height of Watergate--three young federal prosecutors discovered his crimes and launched a mission to take him down before it was too late, before Nixon's impending downfall elevated Agnew to the presidency. The self-described "counterpuncher" vice president did everything he could to bury their investigation: dismissing it as a "witch hunt," riling up his partisan base, making the press the enemy, and, with a crumbling circle of loyalists, scheming to obstruct justice in order to survive. Rachel Maddow and Michael Yarvitz detail the investigation that exposed Agnew's crimes, the attempts at a cover-up-which involved future president George H. W. Bush--and the backroom bargain that forced Agnew's resignation but also spared him years in federal prison. Based on her podcast, Bag Man expands and deepens the story of Spiro Agnew's scandal and its lasting influence on our politics, our media, and our understanding of what it takes to confront a criminal in the White House.--

Format:

Book

Call Number:

973.924 Mad