Rephonic
Artwork for Library Talks
Lesbian Poetic Traditions
Bruno Schulz
Audre Lorde
Pat Parker
Sappho
Judy Grahn
Joshua Cohen
Benjamin Balint
Comedy
Poland
Ukraine
Israel
Drohobycz
New York Public Library
Literature
Democracy
Equal Rights Amendment
Kafka
Genesis
Reading Genesis

Join The New York Public Library and your favorite writers, artists, and thinkers for smart talks and provocative conversations from the nation's cultural capital.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes373Founded12 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
EducationNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Library Talks

Latest Episodes

In this episode of Library Talks, author Lance Richardson joins Library Talks to discuss his new book True Nature: The Pilgrimage of Peter Matthiessen. He's joined by award-winning writer Sam Anderson.

A towering figure of twentieth-century Ameri... more

In this episode of Library Talks, award-winning author and New York Times Magazine staff writer Jonathan Mahler joins the podcast to discuss the transformative, tumultuous era in New York City he evokes vividly in The Gods of New York: Egotists, Ide... more

In this episode of Library Talks, the former director of the CDC Dr. Tom Frieden, joins Library Talks to discuss his new book The Formula for Better Health: How to Save Millions of Lives – Including Your Own. He's joined in conversation by Chelsea C... more

In this episode of Library Talks, Irin Carmon speaks with Melissa Murray about her new book Unbearable. In Unbearable, Irin Carmon draws on the history and politics of reproduction, showing how the American story of pregnancy has long been incomplet... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

City Arts & Lectures
City Arts & LecturesCity Arts & Lectures
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The New Yorker Radio HourWNYC Studios and The New Yorker
The Book Review
The Book ReviewThe New York Times
Poured Over
Poured OverBarnes & Noble

Recent Guests

Amor Towles
Beloved novelist and author of bestsellers such as A Gentleman in Moscow and The Lincoln Highway
Episode: Jonathan Mahler with Amor Towles: The Gods of New York
Francesca Wade
Biographer and author of 'Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife'
Episode: Francesca Wade with Brenda Wineapple: Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife
Ray D. Madoff
Author and professor at Boston College Law School
Boston College
Episode: Ray D. Madoff with Gary Gulman: The Second Estate
Gary Gulman
Stand-up comedian
Episode: Ray D. Madoff with Gary Gulman: The Second Estate
Tricia Hersey
Multidisciplinary artist and theologian, founder of Nap Ministry
Nap Ministry
Episode: Tricia Hersey with Glory Edim: We Will Rest!: The Art of Escape
Glory Edim
Founder of Well Read Black Girl, dedicated to celebrating the works of Black women authors
Well Read Black Girl
Episode: Tricia Hersey with Glory Edim: We Will Rest!: The Art of Escape
Ciarán Finlayson
Senior editor at Triple Canopy
Triple Canopy
Episode: Lauren O'Neill-Butler with E.C. Feiss and Ciarán Finlayson: The War of Art
E.C. Feiss
Professor of art history at Providence College
Providence College
Episode: Lauren O'Neill-Butler with E.C. Feiss and Ciarán Finlayson: The War of Art
Jeremy Tiang
Obie Award-winning playwright and author of State of Emergency.
Episode: Jeremy Tiang with Reuben Gelley Newman: State of Emergency

Host

Aidan Flax Clark
Director of Live from NYPL

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 426 ratings
  • Welcome back!

    One of the best series of conversations! I’m so happy to see Library Talks back in my podcast feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mish5678
    Australia2 years ago
  • I love u come back

    Yes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ricky d 1 billy
    United States4 years ago
  • Great guest, condescending interviewer

    The interview with Rebecca Mead was painful. She was wonderful, but it’s as if he wanted to belittle the author and mock her love for this book.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mkmi
    United States4 years ago
  • Pretentious person pretends

    Interesting topics but insufferably pretentious.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    idkthisdum
    United States5 years ago
  • host chronically interrupts, talks over guest

    pompous, know-it-all

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ordinarily a fan
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the thoughtful conversations and the variety of topics covered, often expressing gratitude for the insightful and educational content.
The selection of guests and the depth of discussions are frequently praised, highlighting their ability to engage with complex social issues effectively.
There are mentions of occasional issues with audio quality, which some listeners find detracts from the enjoyment of the episodes.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dr. Tom Frieden with Chelsea Clinton: The Formula for Better Health
Q: What decision would you undo for better health today?
I would undo the decision to allow leaded gasoline, which caused long-term public health issues.
Dr. Tom Frieden with Chelsea Clinton: The Formula for Better Health
Q: What advice do you have to people in the audience or kind of just people that you're meeting kind of over the course of the book tour?
We need more reliable sources of health information that are nonpartisan, factual, and accessible to the public.
Francesca Wade with Brenda Wineapple: Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife
Q: What insights did you gain regarding Stein's political views during the war?
Stein's politics are complex; though she was generally conservative and had problematic associations, she also expressed a desire for peace, demonstrating her multifaceted views during turbulent times.
Francesca Wade with Brenda Wineapple: Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife
Q: How did your exploration of the archives change your perception of Stein?
It humanized Stein, revealing her vulnerabilities and the collaborative nature of her work with Toklas, thus impacting how we read her writings today.
Francesca Wade with Brenda Wineapple: Gertrude Stein: An Afterlife
Q: Can you explain the tension between Stein as a publicity figure and her writing?
The tension illustrates Stein's complex relationship with fame; while she craved recognition, much of her writing was seen as incomprehensible, creating a disparity between her public persona and her literary contributions.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Library Talks

What is Library Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations span a wide range of topics including public health, reproductive rights, cultural history, and the intersections of art and activism. Each episode features notable guests such as authors, professors, and artists who engage in thoughtful discussions that reflect on current societal issues and historical contexts. The content is characterized by a focus on educational enrichment and a commitment to cultural awareness, making it both informative and intellectually stimulating for listeners. This series is particularly distinguished by the depth of its conversations, which often feature compelling narratives and personal anecdotes, adding richness to the subjects discussed.

Where can I find podcast stats for Library Talks?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Library Talks. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Library Talks and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Library Talks get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Library Talks, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Library Talks?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Library Talks, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Library Talks have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Library Talks has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Library Talks?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Library Talks:

1. City Arts & Lectures
2. The New Yorker Radio Hour
3. The Book Review
4. Poured Over
5. Fresh Air

How many episodes of Library Talks are there?

Library Talks launched 12 years ago and published 373 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Library Talks?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Library Talks?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Library Talks from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Library Talks?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Library Talks. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Library Talks?

Recent guests on Library Talks include:

1. Amor Towles
2. Francesca Wade
3. Ray D. Madoff
4. Gary Gulman
5. Tricia Hersey
6. Glory Edim
7. Ciarán Finlayson
8. E.C. Feiss

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days