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The Year in Review (Part 1) with Nihal Arthanayake
8 december 2021 · 33 min
As we approach the end of 2021, we're revisiting some of our favourite moments on the Penguin Podcast this year. Lees meer
Zadie Smith and Nick Laird tell us about the unexpectedly colourful spectrum of noise that helps them work, Adam Kay reveals the best way to avoid being distracted by social media while trying to write a book, Ashley Audrain discusses the song that had a huge influence on her debut novel, former director of the British Museum Neil MacGregor shows us what a rhino doesn't actually look like, Shon Faye explains how a shared culture can bring us together, and Barack Obama tells Marcus Rashford about rummaging through a bin for books at a jumble sale.
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Richard Powers with Nihal Arthanayake
24 november 2021 · 34 min
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Powers joins Nihal Arthanayake to discuss his thirteenth novel, ‘Bewilderment’. Lees meer
Using objects like Bach’s Goldberg Variation 18, an unsmoked hickory nut, and a petrified piece of redwood, Powers transport us to his home in the Great Smoky Mountains, musing on the importance of sense as an entranceway to curiosity, writing as a resistance of habituation, and the centrifugal feeling that connects the work of the artist and the scientist; that of bewilderment.
‘Bewilderment’ is available to order on audiobook now: https://apple.co/3cFCDYf
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Stanley Tucci Live at The London Palladium with Dolly Alderton
10 november 2021 · 42 min
In this special live recording at The London Palladium, Dolly Alderton speaks to award-winning actor and writer Stanley Tucci to discuss his new food memoir, Taste: My Life Through Food. Lees meer
Stanley speaks passionately about food, and shares with Dolly the ways in which it’s been inextricably intertwined with his life. He recalls early memories of TV chefs, tells us some favourite recipes, and explains how surviving throat cancer has renewed his appreciation for the simple joy of taste. #PenguinPodcast
The audiobook version of Taste: My Life through Food is available here: https://apple.co/3oeQfze
The paperback of Dolly Alderton’s latest novel, Ghosts, is out now: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/316664/ghosts/9780241988688.html
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Elizabeth Strout with Isy Suttie
27 oktober 2021 · 38 min
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author Elizabeth Strout joins Isy Suttie to discuss the third book in her Lucy Barton series, ‘Oh, William!’. Lees meer
Using objects like a ring gifted to her by a great aunt and a postcard of the writer F. Scott Fitzgerald as a starting point, Strout muses on the almost mystical process that allows her to inhabit the characters she creates, her preoccupation with class and the shame that so often sits alongside it, and the epiphany that came to her on the comedy stage. #PenguinPodcast
‘Oh, William!’ is available to order on audiobook now: https://apple.co/3EbDgV6
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Jade LB with Nihal Arthanayake
13 oktober 2021 · 35 min
The writer that penned an early-noughties viral phenomenon aged just 13, Jade LB, speaks to Nihal Arthanayake about ‘Keisha The Sket’. Having lived on the phones and websites of fans for the past two decades, it’s now been formally published for the first time with additional content from the author and essays from esteemed contemporary writers like Candice Carty-Williams and Caleb Femi. Lees meer
Using the notion of Black-British girlhood and an old diary, Jade dissects her own life growing up in a world where material wealth and sex are equated to power. She reflects on the need for a community or tribe, and how a lack of intersectionality too often leaves Black, working class women behind. #PenguinPodcast
'Keisha The Sket' is available to pre-order now: https://bit.ly/3v333LU
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Shon Faye with Nihal Arthanayake
29 september 2021 · 37 min
The author, podcaster and stand-up comedian Shon Faye joins Nihal Arthanayake to discuss her first book, The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice. Lees meer
Using iconic queer artefacts like the film ‘The Wizard of Oz’, starring Judy Garland, alongside Lady Gaga’s ‘Chromatica’ album as a gateway, Shon shares with Nihal the experiences that lead to her writing The Transgender Issue: the internalised homophobia, street harassment, and urgency to set the terms of the conversation around Trans liberation right. #PenguinPodcast
The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice is available to order on audiobook now: https://apple.co/3F1D6Rq
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Gyles Brandreth with Nihal Arthanayake
15 september 2021 · 37 min
Author, broadcaster, entertainer and former politician Gyles Brandreth talks to Nihal Arthanayake about his upcoming memoir, Odd Boy Out. Lees meer
In this episode, Gyles Brandreth considers how delving into his own childhood has challenged his usual aversion to being introspective, and how breaking the mirror of self-indulgence can truly enrich your life. Using a teddy bear, a green carnation and some words of wisdom from a war commander, he shows us that the sunshine of his childhood still shines bright.
The audiobook of Odd Boy Out is available to pre-order now: https://apple.co/3nsz4vb
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Derren Brown with Isy Suttie
1 september 2021 · 40 min
“Time is just the medium through which life unfolds.” This week, mentalist, illusionist, painter and author Derren Brown talks to Isy Suttie about his latest book, ‘A Book of Secrets: Finding Solace in a Stubborn World’. Lees meer
In this episode, Derren and Isy delve into the questions at the heart of the way we live our lives. Using objects like a camera and a paintbrush, Derren shares the small ways in which he is able to make peace with the universe. #PenguinPodcast
‘A Book of Secrets: Finding Solace in a Stubborn World’ is available to order on audiobook now: https://apple.co/3jwerMo
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Paula Hawkins with Nihal Arthanayake
18 augustus 2021 · 35 min
World-renowned author Paula Hawkins talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her latest thriller, A Slow Fire Burning. Lees meer
In this episode, Paula Hawkins reflects on the disparity between commercial success and her confidence as a writer, particularly in the face of criticism. Is it possible to strike the perfect balance between prosperity and critical acclaim? Using a postcard and a well-worn jumper, she shares her fondness for the keepsakes which remind us of who we are. #PenguinPodcast
The audiobook version of A Slow Fire Burning is available to pre-order now: https://apple.co/3m8wKsu
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Conn Iggulden with Nihal Arthanayake
4 augustus 2021 · 35 min
Bestselling historical fiction author Conn Iggulden talks to Nihal Arthanayake about Protector, the latest book in his Athenian series. Lees meer
In this episode, Conn Iggulden recalls the wondrous stories which ignited his imagination as a child and inspired him to begin writing. Armed with a Roman sword and a silver pen, he reveals his methods for understanding the reality of physical combat and tells us about his growing sentimentality in adulthood. #PenguinPodcast
Protector is available to buy as an audiobook now: apple.co/3yoe638
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Alexander McCall Smith with Nihal Arthanayake
21 juli 2021 · 32 min
Prolific author Alexander McCall Smith joins Nihal Arthanayake to share tales from behind his impressive body of work. Lees meer
In this episode, the ever-curious Alexander McCall Smith tells of his affection for Botswana, and its important role as the backdrop to his much-loved series, The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency, gives due respect to the surprises of an author’s subconscious mind, and waxes lyrical about the Celtic art that inspired the story behind one of the fascinating objects he’s brought with him. #PenguinPodcast
The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency is available on audiobook here: https://www.audiobooks.co.uk/audiobook/no-1-ladies-detective-agency-bbc-radio-casebook-vol-1-eight-bbc-radio-4-full-cast-dramatisations/324032
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The Penguin Podcast's Best of the Booker Prize
7 juli 2021 · 30 min
To celebrate this year’s upcoming Booker Prize nominations, we've delved back into the archives and cherry-picked highlights from eight very special interviews. Hear about the inspirations, frustrations, and secrets behind the winners of the most prestigious prize in literature. Lees meer
What’s in a name? What is the worst question you can ask an author? Who has a squirrel skull hidden under their bed? All these questions are answered, alongside discussions of African Temporality, the importance of mischief and protest on social media. #PenguinPodcast
Original interviews, from the archives:
Bernardine Evaristo with Nihal Arthanayake: https://apple.co/2VcpL6B
Anne Enright with Nihal Arthanayake: https://apple.co/2SNVs5c
Salman Rushdie with David Olusoga: https://apple.co/3ytvy68
Howard Jacobson with Nihal Arthanayake: https://apple.co/3Auas9s
Ian McEwan with Katy Brand: https://apple.co/3hjyJYf
Marlon James with Nihal Arthanayake: https://apple.co/2SNTZvK
Pat Barker with Katy Brand: https://apple.co/3AvTmYM
Arundhati Roy with Kirsty Lang: https://apple.co/3AwU5Jh
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Avni Doshi with Nihal Arthanayake
23 juni 2021 · 37 min
“There’s a way in which memory can press up against the present”: this week, American author Avni Doshi talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her wildly successful debut novel, ’Burnt Sugar’, which was shortlisted for the 2020 Booker Prize. Lees meer
In this episode, Avni and Nihal discuss the problematic deification of motherhood in South Asian communities, using humour to explore dark subject matter, and using her nomadic experiences to develop her writing style. #PenguinPodcast
'Burnt Sugar' is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3gyj7jg
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Ed Miliband with Nihal Arthanayake
9 juni 2021 · 37 min
Labour MP, podcast host and now author Ed Miliband talks to Nihal Arthanayake about his debut book, ‘Go Big: How To Fix Our World’. Lees meer
Using a scene from ’The West Wing’ and a Robert Kennedy speech as jump off points, Ed and Nihal meditate on Ed's time as Leader of the Opposition, reconciling a partisan political climate, and being an idealist in a world of pragmatists. #PenguinPodcast
Robert Kennedy’s Day of Affirmation speech can be found here - https://bit.ly/2T7Gff9
The ‘Let Bartlet be Bartlet’ episode of ’The West Wing’ can be found here - https://bit.ly/3zdUQGi
’Go Big: How To Fix Our World’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3w60AQB
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Barack Obama and Marcus Rashford in conversation
28 mei 2021 · 30 min
Tune in to an exclusive conversation between President Barack Obama and England and Manchester United footballer Marcus Rashford as they meet for the first time. Lees meer
In this special bonus episode of the #PenguinPodcast, moderated by June Sarpong, Barack Obama and Marcus Rashford discuss the power that young people have to make change, the positive impact that reading can have and the importance of giving back to your local community.
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Taylor Jenkins Reid with Nihal Arthanayake
26 mei 2021 · 31 min
Bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her latest book, ’Malibu Rising’. Lees meer
Much of Taylor’s fiction focuses on the world of celebrity and fame - she talks to Nihal about why a cultural fascination with celebrities exists, the insidious, seductive nature of fame, and how the accessibility of stars today has changed fame forever. They also discuss her writing process (which involves a lot of iced tea!) and the joys of immersing yourself in another time period. #PenguinPodcast
The audiobook version of ‘Malibu Rising’ is available to pre-order now - https://adbl.co/3oO6F19.
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Emma Dabiri with Nihal Arthanayake
12 mei 2021 · 32 min
Author, social historian and broadcaster Emma Dabiri talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her latest book, 'What White People Can Do Next: From Allyship to Coalition’. Lees meer
Emma picks objects, including a bookshelf and an incense holder, which instigate a fascinating conversation about the changing landscape of online activism, the books she continues to return to for inspiration, and the importance of interrogating our current world order. #PenguinPodcast
'What White People Can Do Next: From Allyship to Coalition’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/33yV7Fy
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Zadie Smith and Nick Laird with Nihal Arthanayake
28 april 2021 · 36 min
Literary power couple Zadie Smith and Nick Laird chat to Nihal Arthanayake about their collaborative project, ‘Weirdo’, a children’s book about the quiet power of being different, featuring exquisite illustrations from Magenta Fox. Lees meer
In this episode, Zadie and Nick discuss the joy of removing words from their work, the virtues of rawness in writing, and the inspiration they take from the internal life of their aging pug, Maud. #PenguinPodcast
‘Weirdo’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3eC4wkr
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Yaa Gyasi with Nihal Arthanayake
14 april 2021 · 35 min
Ghanaian-American novelist Yaa Gyasi talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her second novel, ’Transcendent Kingdom’. Lees meer
Using objects like a photo of a mouse and a SZA song, the author of the award-winning ‘Homegoing’ chats to Nihal about her Ghanaian heritage, liking your own characters, and discussing mental illness in African cultures. #PenguinPodcast
’Transcendent Kingdom’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3e0h7Oa
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Ashley Audrain with Nihal Arthanayake
31 maart 2021 · 33 min
Author and ex-publicity director Ashley Audrain talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her wildly successful debut novel, ’The Push’. Lees meer
Using objects like a popular Canadian children’s book and a Brandi Carlile song, Ashley chats to Nihal about the contradictions of motherhood, the catharsis of exploring our deepest fears on a page, and how parenting and writing co-exist. #PenguinPodcast
’The Push’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/2QFIHIv
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Kehinde Andrews with Nihal Arthanayake
17 maart 2021 · 34 min
Professor of Black Studies and author Kehinde Andrews talks to Nihal Arthanayake about his latest book, ’The New Age of Empire’. Using objects like his dad’s British passport, a keyring, and an iconic hip-hop album, they chat about embracing Black culture as a teenager, reckoning with the concept of ‘Britishness’ and the commercialisation of Black music. #PenguinPodcast’ Lees meer
'The New Age of Empire’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3eJ5OvH
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Adam Kay with Isy Suttie
3 maart 2021 · 43 min
Coinciding with World Book Day, writer and former junior doctor Adam Kay chats to Isy Suttie about his first children’s book, ‘Kay’s Anatomy’. Lees meer
Using objects like a letter from Alan Bennett and a Victorian bone cutting saw as a springboard, they discuss writing as a coping mechanism, relearning the piano and his undying love of Pulp. #PenguinPodcast
‘Kay’s Anatomy’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3uP4n4q
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Neil MacGregor with Nihal Arthanayake
16 februari 2021 · 34 min
British Art Historian and former Director of the British Museum Neil MacGregor chats to Nihal about the new audiobook of ‘A History of the World in 100 Objects’. Lees meer
Neil has chosen 4 of those objects plus an entirely new one (object 101!) including a Jade Axe and an Akan Drum. He chats to Nihal about how their meaning can change over time #PenguinPodcast
‘A History of the World in 100 objects’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3dfSbUb
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Ali Smith with Nihal Arthanayake
3 februari 2021 · 31 min
Author and playwright Ali Smith chats to Nihal about her 2014 multi award-winning novel ‘How to be Both’, which has just been released as an audiobook. Lees meer
In this episode, Ali reveals how she takes herself out of her comfort zone, why we should give books a chance when reading them and her love of silent film. #PenguinPodcast
'How to be Both' will be available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/2Z6TNaz
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Hafsa Zayyan with Nihal Arthanayake
20 januari 2021 · 28 min
Hafsa Zayyan, co-winner of Stormzy’s #Merky Books New Writer’s Prize, chats to Nihal about her debut novel ‘We Are All Birds Of Uganda’. Lees meer
She chats to Nihal about completing the book in six months and why a sense of belonging and home is so important no matter where you live. Hafsa also brings along some of the objects which inspire her, including letters from her late Nigerian grandfather #PenguinPodcast
‘We Are All Birds Of Uganda' is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/39MMI3S
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Owen Jones with Nihal Arthanayake
6 januari 2021 · 32 min
Owen Jones, Guardian columnist and Labour party activist chats to Nihal about the tumultuous rise and fall of Corbynism via his new book ‘This Land’. Owen explains why he doesn’t like writing and brings objects that help him get past that, including music from The Boxer Rebellion and his cats Kier and Rickman. #PenguinPodcast Lees meer
‘This Land: The Story of a Movement’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/38pSVSy
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Best Of 2020 (Part 2) with Nihal Arthanayake
30 december 2020 · 32 min
In the second part of this special edition Nihal Arthanayake chooses some more clips from a selection of his favourite episodes. This includes why Nigella Lawson has to travel with tea bags, how Jonathan Coe became a warm-up act on a cruise ship, and why Andrew Hunter Murray was inspired by a dog at Slough Railway Station.#PenguinPodcast Lees meer
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Alex Wheatle with Nihal Arthanayake
16 december 2020 · 45 min
Author Alex Wheatle MBE, aka the 'Brixton Bard', has just been the subject of one of Steve McQueen's 'Small Axe' films on BBC1. In this episode, he chats to Nihal about his latest YA book ‘Cane Warriors’, based on the true story of Tacky, a slave who led an uprising on the plantations of Jamaica in the 18th Century. Lees meer
Alex also talks to Nihal about his experiences growing up in a children’s home, how a prison cell-mate encouraged him to write and how reggae music, amongst other things, inspires him. #PenguinPodcast
'Cane Warriors' is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3miQ8iT
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Best Of 2020 (Part 1) with Nihal Arthanayake
2 december 2020 · 38 min
In this special edition, Nihal Arthanayake chooses some of his favourite bits from previous episodes which include the likes of Sir Paul McCartney on doubting his own talent, a surprising music choice from Elif Shafak and how Howard Jacobson was insulted by Kylie Minogue. #PenguinPodcast Lees meer
WIN a year’s supply of audiobooks! To be in with a chance to win, tap the link and tell us what you think about the Penguin Podcast. https://bit.ly/PodcastSurvey2020
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Bananarama with Nihal Arthanayake
18 november 2020 · 34 min
Iconic 80’s pop band Bananarama join Nihal Arthanayake to chat about their memoir ‘Really Saying Something’. Lees meer
They chat about the pressures of the band, how they ended up living in the Sex Pistols' old rehearsal room and discuss some of the objects that have inspired them creatively, including a Moomins book. #PenguinPodcast
‘Really Saying Something’ is available to buy as an audiobook now: https://apple.co/2KcwGHs
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Dolly Alderton with Sue Perkins
4 november 2020 · 35 min
Dolly Alderton, author, journalist and co-host of The High Low podcast chats to Sue Perkins about her first novel, ‘Ghosts’. Lees meer
Both Sue and Dolly open up about relationships and Dolly reveals the objects that have inspired her work, including a lukewarm glass of white wine and a song by George Michael. #PenguinPodcast
‘Ghosts’ is now available to buy as an audiobook: https://apple.co/325yw2J
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Richard Dawkins with Nihal Arthanayake
21 oktober 2020 · 31 min
Richard Dawkins - British evolutionary biologist and populist science writer - chats to Nihal about his latest book ‘Outgrowing God’ Lees meer
He also talks about objects which have inspired him creatively which include a framed photo of Prince Phillip and the Flounder fish.
‘Outgrowing God’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3obexsT
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Richard Osman with Nihal Arthanayake
7 oktober 2020 · 31 min
TV presenter and co-creator of the TV quiz show ‘Pointless’, Richard Osman chats to Nihal about his debut novel ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ - a story about four friends living in a retirement village who become amateur detectives. Lees meer
He chats to Nihal about some objects that have inspired him which include the dating app Tinder and candles. Richard also reveals why he didn’t tell anyone he was writing a novel. #Penguinpodcast
‘The Thursday Murder Club’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3llVb2f
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Ben Macintyre with Nihal Arthanayake
23 september 2020 · 45 min
Author and historian Ben Macintyre talks to Nihal about his new book ‘Agent Sonya’ - the story of the greatest female spy of the 20th Century. Lees meer
Ben chats to Nihal about how ‘Sonya’s’ gender helped her stay under deep cover for so many years. Ben’s inspirational objects include a jar of chutney given to him from M15 and the jaw-dropping story of his great uncle’s pocketbook (which literally saved his life). #PenguinPodcast
‘Agent Sonya’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/32NX94J
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Ruth Jones with Nihal Arthanayake
9 september 2020 · 29 min
‘Gavin and Stacey’ co-creator and actor Ruth Jones chats to Nihal about her second novel ‘Us Three’ - a story about enduring female friendships. Lees meer
She talks about objects that have inspired her including a pair of pink trainers and Wales (the country). Plus why she never ever wants to return to Glastonbury #PenguinPodcast
‘Us Three’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3i9x6u9
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Anthony Horowitz with Nihal Arthanayake
26 augustus 2020 · 35 min
Anthony Horowitz, author of the bestselling teen Spy series, Alex Rider, talks to Nihal about his creative process, how he’d like to write a Dickens novel and bonds with Nihal over the rapper Dave. Lees meer
Anthony, who has sold well in excess of 20 million books and has written two James Bond and two Sherlock Holmes novels, chats about his latest novel ‘Moonflower Murders’ and chooses objects that inspire his work including magic tricks and an unusual sculpture. #Penguinpodcast
'Moonflower Murders' is available to buy as an audiobook now -
https://apple.co/3j7zLoj
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Kevin Kwan with Nihal Arthanayake
12 augustus 2020 · 34 min
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ author Kevin Kwan chats to Nihal about his new book ‘Sex and Vanity’ - the story of a young woman who finds herself torn between two men. Lees meer
Kevin discusses some objects which have inspired him and chats to Nihal about why the island of Capri is so important to him, and how he used to make best dressed lists #PenguinPodcast
‘Sex and Vanity’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/33UuhbY
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Nick Hornby with Nihal Arthanayake
5 augustus 2020 · 32 min
Nick Hornby joins Nihal to talk about how he gets inspired, bringing along a collection of objects that help him including a jigsaw puzzle and an LP. Lees meer
The ‘About a Boy’ and ‘High Fidelity’ author chats to Nihal about his new novel ‘Just Like You’, why he is still full of doubt, and how the characters he creates have a personal effect on his life. #PenguinPodcast
'Just Like You' is available to buy as an audiobook on 17/09/2020
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Lily Cole with Nihal Arthanayake
29 juli 2020 · 30 min
Lily Cole joins Nihal to talk about her latest book ‘Who Cares Wins’ - where she interviews the likes of Elon Musk, Stella McCartney and the Extinction Rebellion co-founders about issues relating to the climate crisis. Lees meer
Lily, who is an actress, model and businesswoman chose a selection of objects which have inspired her work and why optimism is so important when it comes to activism. #PenguinPodcast
‘Who Cares Wins’ is available to buy as an audiobook on 30/07 - https://apple.co/2EqWL2C
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Pandora Sykes with Nihal Arthanayake
22 juli 2020 · 30 min
Journalist and podcast host Pandora Sykes chats to Nihal about her debut book ‘How Do We Know We’re Doing It Right? - a collection of essays which question the perceived wisdom of modern life. Lees meer
Pandora chooses objects which inspire her and talks to Nihal about her life-long love of books, why it is so important to shop less and she reads out some of her favourite quotes from when she was a teenager. #PenguinPodcast
‘How Do We Know We’re Doing It Right?’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/2E1LmGg
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Jenni Murray with Nihal Arthanayake
15 juli 2020 · 34 min
Broadcaster and journalist Dame Jenni Murray talks to Nihal about her new book ‘Fat Cow, Fat Chance’ - what it’s like to be labelled fat when society dictates skinny as the norm. Lees meer
Jenni chooses objects that have inspired her, telling Nihal how liberated she felt by her favourite leather skirt, when she first realised she was a feminist, and why we need to look at the science behind obesity. #PenguinPodcast
‘Fat Cow, Fat Chance’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3h446D9
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Jackie Morris with Nihal Arthanayake
8 juli 2020 · 26 min
Illustrator and author Jackie Morris, who has collaborated with the likes of Ted Hughes and written over 40 books, talks to Nihal about how she gets creative and the objects that inspire her such as a gold hare with a fascinating backstory. They also chat about her award-winning book 'The Lost Words' (written by Robert Macfarlane), which won The Most Beautiful Book award and in audiobook form has been narrated by Benjamin Zephaniah, Guy Garvey, Cerys Matthews and Edith Bowman with nature sounds by Chris Watson (who has worked with David Attenborough). 'The Lost Words' audiobook is available to download here: https://apple.co/3gFbnt3 #PenguinPodcast Lees meer
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BONUS EPISODE – Penguin Perspectives
4 juli 2020 · 1 uur 49 min
In this special bonus episode of the Penguin Podcast we bring you Penguin Perspectives. Lees meer
Penguin Perspectives is a collection of essays by twenty Penguin authors, written as a direct response to the Covid-19 crisis. These authors have recorded their essays from their homes during lockdown, and these recordings are collected together here. #PenguinPodcast
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Caroline Criado Perez with Nihal Arthanayake
1 juli 2020 · 34 min
Activist and author Caroline Criado Perez joins Nihal to talk about her book ‘Invisible Women’ - which exposes the gender data gap found in society. Lees meer
She chats to Nihal about the problems with PPE (one size does not fit all), how to deal with trolls, and why women need more pockets. #PenguinPodcast
‘Invisible Women’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3iinhdI / https://adbl.co/3f0D66A
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Amor Towles with Nihal Arthanayake
24 juni 2020 · 31 min
Author Amor Towles joins Nihal from Manhattan to discuss his 2016 best-selling book ‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ - the story of a man who is ordered to spend the rest of his life in a luxury hotel. Lees meer
Amor chats to Nihal about and why he starts everyday with the New York Times crossword puzzle and finishes the day with a cocktail.
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Malcolm Gladwell with Sue Perkins
17 juni 2020 · 31 min
Malcolm Gladwell (author of bestsellers such as ‘Blink’ and ‘Outliers’; staff writer for the New Yorker and podcaster) joins Sue Perkins to discuss his latest book ‘Talking to Strangers’ - which is bookended by the story of Sandra Bland, who tragically died in police custody and is one of many names in the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Malcolm explains that Sandra’s story is part of wider problem in how we all misjudge the wants and needs of people we don’t know. Malcolm’s inspirational objects include the Janelle Monáe song ‘Hell You Talmbout’ and the ‘Friends’ theme-tune. #PenguinPodcast Lees meer
'Talking to Strangers' is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/3e5iqdC / https://adbl.co/2UkIVUk
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Stuart Russell with Nihal Arthanayake
10 juni 2020 · 34 min
Stuart Russell - Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley joins Nihal to discuss his latest book ‘Human Compatible: Artificial Intelligence and the Problem of Control.’ They chat about how Hollywood has clouded our perception of AI, why we don’t need robots in human form and how the best jobs in the future will be ones that involve empathy. #Penguinpodcast Lees meer
‘Human Compatible’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/2UpZPkK / https://adbl.co/2W2muEY
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John Niven with Nihal Arthanayake
3 juni 2020 · 32 min
Scottish author John Niven joins Nihal to discuss his latest book ‘The F*ck-it List’ - the story of a man who after receiving a terminal diagnosis compiles a list of the people he wants to kill. Lees meer
John chats to Nihal about why he hates reading his first draft back, how Donald Trump blocked him on twitter and how a motivational quote keeps him going. #PenguinPodcast
‘The F*ck-it List’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/2yVWUbW / https://adbl.co/2Wns5Vj
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Noam Chomsky with Nihal Arthanayake
27 mei 2020 · 25 min
Considered the Founder of Modern Linguistics and voted the World’s Top Public Intellectual, Noam joins Nihal to discuss his prescient 2017 book ‘Optimism Over Despair’, which has just been made into an audiobook. It takes the form of a series of interviews, addressing many issues still relevant today. Noam imparts his wisdom to Nihal (down the line from Arizona) about topics ranging from US politics to the climate crisis and also reveals one of the things he realises that he got wrong in his past #PenguinPodcast Lees meer
‘Optimism Over Despair’ is available to buy here - https://apple.co/2zamyKd
And will be available as an audiobook from June 4th - https://adbl.co/3fidtyW
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Curtis Sittenfeld with Nihal Arthanayake
20 mei 2020 · 31 min
American author Curtis Sittenfeld joins Nihal to discuss her latest book ‘Rodham’ which explores what would have happened if Hillary hadn’t married Bill Clinton. Lees meer
Curtis chats to Nihal (down the line from Minnesota) about how she went viral (it involves wearing a wedding dress in lockdown) and objects that inspire her including a special birthday card and a Margaret Atwood wooden badge. #PenguinPodcast
‘Rodham’ is available to buy as an audiobook now - https://apple.co/2ZgucgE / https://adbl.co/3c3BLe3
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