Julio Torres joins us to discuss I Want To Be a Vase (Atheneum, June 7), illus. by Julian Glander, a gorgeous debut picture book about the self-actualization of everyday objects. Kirkus: “Great for stimulating creative thinking and art activities: What else can ordinary objects be?” Then our editors join with their reading recommendations for the week.
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Oct 20
Ep 498: The 2026 Kirkus Prizes With Tayari Jones
Description:On this week’s special episode, we’re celebrating the 2026 Kirkus Prizes, announced Oct. 7th at a ceremony in New York City. Kirkus Prize for Fiction winner Tayari Jones joins us to discuss the ceremony, literary prizes, and her stellar novel, Kin, which judges select ... Show More
31m 26s
Oct 13
Ep 498: Live From the National Book Festival With Jordan Moblo
On this week’s special episode, recorded live at the National Book Festival in Washington, D.C., we’re joined by Jordan Moblo, Executive Vice President of Creative Acquisitions and IP Management at Universal Studio Group, and founder of Jordy’s Book Club, for a conversation about ... Show More
50m 9s
Oct 6
Ep 497: Murray Hill
On this week’s episode, comedian, host, actor, writer, and producer Murray Hill joins us to discuss Showbiz! My Life as a Middle-Aged Man (Gallery Books, Oct. 6). Kirkus: “A rip-roaring story of Liza-esque unsinkability from a Don Rickles–esque entertainer.”THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS ... Show More
34m 6s
Jun 2024
“My Fourth Time on Las Cultch” (w/ Julio Torres)
It's finally that time: Julio Torres has come back on the podcast. For the 4th time? You tell us! They unfold a world of Disney, fitness classes instructors subtweeting you to your face, dinner party etiquette (do not invite Julio!), the unpretentiousness of OMG Fashun, and how t ... Show More
1h 33m
Jun 2017
"Yes..." (w/ Julio Torres)
Okay bitch, FOCUS UP! It’s time for a mesmerizing journey into the wondrous mind of Space Prince JULIO TORRES (SNL). Coming off a stressful apartment hunt, Julio joins Matt & Bowen in-studio to UNPACK all the CULTCH that SHAPED him. We’re talkin “I Dream Of Jeannie,” Jeannie’s ev ... Show More
1h 16m
Jul 2022
You Don’t Have to Be Smart to Be Creative (with Sophia Rossi and Julia Cameron)
<p>This week, Erin and Sara take a look at creativity and how it impacts all areas of our lives. First, Erin sits down with her friend Sophia Rossi to discuss what creativity actually means, how they got introduced to “The Artist’s Way,” if everyone is creative, and more. Then, E ... Show More
1h 38m
Oct 2023
Forget Me Not by Julie Soto
<p>Ellen and Mom discuss the brides, bouquets, and bathtubs in Forget Me Not by Julie Soto. Plus, Sacramento and doughnuts!<br/><br/>Come hang out with us! <br/>Twitter/Instagram: @notyourmomsrom<br/>Facebook Group: Not Your Mom's Facebook Group<br/>Email: notyourmomsromanc ... Show More
1h 13m
Jul 2024
Best of Design Matters: Oliver Jeffers
Working in painting, bookmaking, illustration, collage, performance, and sculpture, Oliver Jeffers joins to talk about his career making art and telling stories. His new book, Begin Again, explores humankind’s impact on itself and our planet, asking the big question: Where do we ... Show More
1h 5m