
Cheryl Akle discusses the world with her favourite authors.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 700 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Andrew Sloan talks to Cheryl about the human experience, the role of therapy, the future of our society and the inspiration behind his new book, Why Things Feel F*cked, which is out now.
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Heather Rose talks to Cheryl about how worldviews have changed over time, discovering the story behind her latest book, A Great Act of Love, the moment she knew she wanted to be a writer, the influence of her father, and the difference between writin... more
Omar El Akkad joins Cheryl to discuss his latest book, One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This. Together, they explore his experiences reporting from places like Guantánamo Bay, examine the dangerous allure of ignorance, and reflect on t... more
Susan Wyndham talks to Cheryl about researching her latest book Elizabeth Harrower: The Woman in the Watch Tower, how her mother’s love of books shaped her own, her career in journalism, and her path to becoming one of Australia’s leading literary ed... more
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Love these interviews with authors and hearing their stories, it’s the best. Thank you Cheryl and team x
The Kate Cebrano episode was superlative. Entertaining, enlightening & most of all fun. Brilliant.
Great host, good interview manner, interesting people and stories. Not much to dislike here.
Loving this show. Just listened to one of Jane Tara’s episodes, it was an incredibly engaging conversation. Wish it was twice as long!
‘Imposter Syndrome is only experienced by women…’? Err…
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The content primarily focuses on conversations with authors, providing a platform to explore their creative processes and the personal narratives behind their works. Discussions often touch on themes such as the significance of history, cultural reflections, and critical social issues, giving listeners a deep understanding of the authors' motivations and experiences in writing. Unique elements include a diverse array of literary voices, a blend of fiction and nonfiction, as well as a commitment to highlighting Australian literature and underrepresented authors. Expect engaging dialogues that illuminate the intricacies of storytelling, the writing craft, and the connections between personal and societal narratives.
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