Jul 9

From the archive: The death of the department store

We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: the closure of John Lewis’s store in Sheffield after almost 60 years was a bitter blow. As debate rages over what to do ... Show More

33m 54s

Jul 7

‘Do you have a family?’: midlife with no kids, ageing parents – and no crisis

In my 40s, I found myself with a life that didn’t look like it was ‘supposed’ to. What was I doing? On trips to South Korea with my mother, an answer began to emerge By E Tammy Kim. Read by Jennifer J Kim. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

30m 48s

Jul 2

From the archive: ‘You can’t be the player’s friend’: inside the secret world of tennis umpires

We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: new technology was supposed to make umpiring easy. It hasn’t worked out that way By William Ralston. Read by Simon Vance ... Show More

45m 59s

Nov 2019

'The past is amongst us. Taking notes': nature writing with Kathleen Jamie and Laurie Lee – books podcast

On this week’s show, Jamie talks about her new essay collection Surfacing and we hear a rare recording of the Cider with Rosie author. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/bookspod

29m 34s

Apr 2019

The Man Booker international shortlist and Nicole Flattery – books podcast

On this week’s show, we discuss the 2019 shortlist for the best fiction in translation with Boyd Tonkin, and speak to Nicole Flattery about her short story collection, Show Them a Good Time. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/bookspod

39m 46s

Dec 2015

Introducing 'Modern Love: The Podcast'

Explore the trials and tribulations of love in these deeply personal essays. A collaboration of The New York Times and WBUR in Boston, Modern Love: The Podcast features the popular New York Times column, with readings by notable personalities and updates from the essayists themse ... Show More

1m 40s

Jun 2023

How Helicopter Parents Broke A Generation

Subscribe to Mamamia Mia is back from holidays and we ask the question are you a helicopter parent? We break down parenting styles and their impact on the current generation. Plus, why the world is captivated by the missing titanic submarine? And, is it time celebrities stopped ... Show More

40m 56s

Sep 2019

'I felt a huge grief': the challenges of writing about trauma – books podcast

On this week’s show, we talk to Laura Cumming and Rhik Samadder about their memoirs, take a look at the Booker shortlist and give a verdict on Margaret Atwood’s The Testaments. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/bookspod

48m 42s

Jul 2019

Ocean Vuong and the new Great American Novel - books podcast

On this week’s show, we speak to the poet about his debut novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous and discuss the evolution of the Great American Novel. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/bookspod

38m 13s

Mar 2020

Glenn Patterson and what to read while self-isolating – books podcast

On this week’s show we talk to the Northern Irish writer about his new novel and discuss how headlines can impact our appetite for certain books. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/bookspod

37m 48s

Jan 2022

New Non-Fiction Writers to Look Out For in 2022 with Nihal Arthanayake

Last time we brought you some of the most exciting debut novelists to look out for in 2022, so this week we're introducing you to some of the best new non-fiction writers to add to your reading list this year. It's a veritable treasure chest of books, from a comic memoir to ornit ... Show More

34m 47s

Jul 2024

2230: Can Parents Ever Really Let Go? by Dr. Jack Stoltzfus of Parents Letting Go on Parenting Advice

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2230:Dr. Jack Stoltzfus explores the enduring nature of parental love and the challenge of letting go, even as children reac ... Show More

12m 6s

From the archives: Perfect prams for per...