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In my daily show, I interview today’s latest, bestselling, buzziest, or underrated authors whose work I think is worth your time -- in 30 minutes or less. As a bookstore owner, publisher, author and (obviously) podcaster, I get a comprehensive look at everything that’s coming out and spend my time curating the best books so you don’t have to. Stay in the know, get insider insights, and connect wit... more

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Leading health advocate and licensed marriage and family therapist Kati Morton joins Zibby to discuss her powerful new guide, WHY DO I KEEP DOING THIS?: Unlearn the Habits Keeping You Stuck and Unhappy. Kati talks about people-pleasing, toxic empathy... more

Guest host Stacy Igel interviews business leader, activist, and I Am a Voter co-founder Mandana Dayani in front of a live audience at the Whitby Hotel. Mandana opens up about her family’s escape from Iran, the resilience that shaped her leadership, h... more

Zibby welcomes journalist and award-winning author Abigail Pogrebin to discuss her celebrated body of work, from MY JEWISH YEAR and STARS OF DAVID to her memoir on twinhood, ONE AND THE SAME. Abigail reflects on her path from Emmy-nominated TV produc... more

Zibby interviews author Rachel Caplin about THE SPOON AND THE SEA, a gorgeous, richly woven historical novel about memory, identity, motherhood, and the tangled threads of family across continents and generations. Rachel shares the extraordinary true... more

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Recent Guests

Emma Gannon
Author and Sunday Times bestselling writer
HarperCollins
Episode: Emma Gannon, TABLE FOR ONE: A Modern Love Story
Erin O. White
A 52-year-old debut novelist and essayist, author of the memoir Given Up for You.
Episode: Erin O. White, LIKE FAMILY: A Novel
Stacey Eagle
Contributor to the anthology On Being Jewish Now
Episode: Nim Shapira, TORN: The Israel–Palestine Poster War on New York City Streets
Nim Shapiro
Director and producer of the documentary Torn
Episode: Nim Shapira, TORN: The Israel–Palestine Poster War on New York City Streets
Alix Strauss
Contributor to the anthology On Being Jewish Now
Episode: Nim Shapira, TORN: The Israel–Palestine Poster War on New York City Streets
Richard Michelson
Author of Fanny's Big Idea, with numerous awards for his contributions to children's and adult literature.
R. Michelson Galleries
Episode: Richard Michelson, FANNY'S BIG IDEA: How Jewish Book Week Was Born
Julie Doar
Writer and educator, former Starbucks barista
Zibby Publishing
Episode: Julie Doar, THE GALLAGHER PLACE: A Novel
Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
Pediatric psychologist, parent coach, speaker, and author of 'Love The Teen You Have.'
Episode: Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, LOVE THE TEEN YOU HAVE: A Practical Guide to Transforming Conflict into Connection
Kim Holderness
Social media creator, New York Times bestselling author, and award-winning podcaster
The Holderness Family
Episode: Penn and Kim Holderness, ALL YOU CAN BE WITH ADHD

Host

Zibby Owens
Host of a daily show focusing on interviews with bestselling and emerging authors, providing insights into their works and the literary landscape.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 778 ratings
  • Yikes

    Having a guest on and not even saying their name correctly is interview 101. Embarrassing and rude.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AmandaB20
    United States24 days ago
  • Great Guests

    I’ve enjoyed the guests but wish they were the ones reading the excerpts from their works rather than Zibby. Also the giggles and “gushing” over the guests sometimes overshadows Zibby’s serious questions about their writing.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ali&Blues
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Podcast

    I have discovered many new books via this podcast. Thanks Zibby!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SchwalbK
    United States2 months ago
  • Great curation and discussions

    Zibby does a great job selecting books and authors of interest and leading compelling discussions. My TBR is totally out of control!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackieK4Books
    United States4 months ago
  • Zibby has her finger on the pulse of great literature!

    I have loved this podcast with its amazing content. Zibby Owens does a fantastic job interviewing these authors and the information she pulls from each is truly touching and meaningful. Zibby is an outstanding podcaster and I would highly recommend every single episode. She’s fabulous!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoAn Monaco
    United States6 months ago

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The host is noted for her genuine curiosity and warmth, which contribute to making the discussions feel personal and relatable.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and thoughtful interviews with authors, emphasizing that these conversations often lead to discovering new books and insights.
Many enjoy the structured, concise format of episodes that make it easy to integrate into their busy lives.
The selection of guests is lauded for its diversity, appealing to a broad audience with various literary tastes.
However, some criticism has been directed towards inconsistencies in the interview style and occasional critiques on host performance.

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#58
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#167
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#205
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#20
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#41
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#48
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Erin O. White, LIKE FAMILY: A Novel
Q: When did you learn to write? When did you know you were a writer?
Erin recounts her journey from being a voracious reader to taking a writing class that sparked her passion for writing, eventually leading her to publish her debut novel.
Erin O. White, LIKE FAMILY: A Novel
Q: What do you do when things in your past suddenly are things that your kids need to confront as well?
Erin discusses how Sita, a teenage character, must deal with shocking revelations about her conception and the impact it has on her family.
Richard Michelson, FANNY'S BIG IDEA: How Jewish Book Week Was Born
Q: Tell everybody a little bit about not only the book and what it is about, but how you came to write it and why now?
The book celebrates the 100th anniversary of Jewish Book Week, started by Fanny Goldstein, and aims to highlight her contributions to Jewish literature.
Nim Shapira, TORN: The Israel–Palestine Poster War on New York City Streets
Q: How did this experience change you?
Nim expressed that each viewing of the film changes him, showing the ongoing evolution in understanding and the impact of societal division.
Nim Shapira, TORN: The Israel–Palestine Poster War on New York City Streets
Q: What inciting incident led you to document everything?
Nim Shapiro saw community reactions and the tearing down of posters in Tel Aviv, prompting him to document the narratives around the Israel-Palestine conflict.

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2. Erin O. White
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4. Nim Shapiro
5. Alix Strauss
6. Richard Michelson
7. Julie Doar
8. Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart

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