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One lifetime is too short to visit everywhere and meet everyone. That‘s why we love books with a strong sense of place — they let us travel the world in our imagination. In each episode of our Strong Sense of Place podcast, we explore one destination and talk about what makes that place different from everywhere else. Then we recommend five books that took us to that place on the page. Every other week, we share The Library of Lost Time, a mini-pod that features two new books and our Distraction of the Week. We‘re on a trip around the globe, one great read at a time. Please join us!
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SSoP Podcast Season 6: Announcing 12 Fascinating Destinations
Season 6 of the Strong Sense of Place podcast starts 24 May!
We’ve put together an itinerary of 12 thrilling destinations with a journey to every region of the globe. Pack your (virtual) bags for Europe, Asia, the Middle East, South America, and two great cities on opposite coasts of the United States. This time, we’re also heading to space (and two other super-fun themes). Get ready to explore customs, history, scenery, food, art, and more — all you need is your curiosity, an open heart, and a favorite spot to read.
Click right here to see stunning photos of our Season 6 destinations.
Transcript of this episode.
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LoLT: The Magic of Music Discovery and Two New Books
In this episode, we get excited about two books: Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench & Brendan O’Hea and The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson. Then Dave recommends a website to find new-to-you music.
Links
Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench & Brendan O’Hea
The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson
The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson
Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania by Erik Larson
Similar Songs Finder website
Transcript of this episode.
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Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace
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LoLT: Amy Tector’s Poetry Habit and Two New Books
In this episode, we get excited about two books: Honor the Dead by Amy Tector and Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne. Then, our special guest author, Amy Tector, shares how she starts her day with poems.
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Honor the Dead: Dominion Archives Mystery #3 by Amy Tector by Amy Tector
Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne
Honor the Dead: Dominion Archives Mystery #3 by Amy Tector by Amy Tector
Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne
Amy Tector’s website
Amy Tector on Substack: Méli-Mélo
The Foulest Things: Dominion Archives Mystery #1 by Amy Tector
Speak for the Dead: Dominion Archives Mystery #2 by Amy Tector
The Honeybee Emeralds by Amy Tector
Louise Penny Transported Me Home When I Needed it Most — an essay by Amy Tector
Video: Murder and Mayhem in the Canadian Archive w/ Amy, Mel, and Dave
Transcript of this episode.
The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com
Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace
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LoLT: The Currywurst Story & Two New Books (replay)
In this episode, we get excited about two books: ‘Cold People’ by Tom Rob Smith and ‘Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life’ by Dacher Keltner. Then Mel shares the delicious history of Berlin’s currywurst.
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Cold People by Tom Rob Smith
Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life by Dacher Keltner
Currywurst History
Currywurst Recipe
Top 20 Hangover Foods
Herta Heuwer Memorial Plaque
Herta Heuwer Google Doodle
Transcript of this episode
The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com
Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace
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LoLT: Inspiring Brontë Stories and Two New Books
In this episode, we get excited about two books: How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin and Table for Two: Fictions by Amor Towles. Then Mel explains how much she’s loving the new Brontë Parsonage podcast.
Links
How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin
Table for Two: Fictions by Amor Towles
Rules of Civility by Amor Towles
A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
Podcast: Russia: Revolution, Hope, and Vodka
Video: A Gentleman in Moscow trailer
Brontë Parsonage website
Behind the Glass: A Parsonage Podcast
The Guardian on Anne Brontë’s interest in geology
Photos that take you inside the Parsonage
Video: Tour of the Parsonage
Rowan Coleman’s website
The Brontë Mysteries series by Bella Ellis
Bella Ellis on Instagram
Transcript of this episode.
The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com
Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace
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LoLT: Immersive Theater and Two New Books
In this episode, we’re excited two new books: The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft and Why We Remember: The Science of Memory and How It Shapes Us by Charan Ranganath. Then Dave shares his thrilling experience at Guys and Dolls in London.
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The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft
Flights by Olga Tokarczuk
Excerpt of The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft
Why Translators Should Be Named on Book Covers
27 Great Books In Translation
Why We Remember: The Science of Memory and How It Shapes Us by Charan Ranganath
Nye at the National Theatre, London
National Theatre Tour info
Six, The Musical around the world
Guys and Dolls at the Bridge Theatre, London
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, London
Transcript of this episode.
The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com
Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace
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Avis
Strong start for a strong sense
I've really enjoyed these first episodes. The presentation is a clever mix of book reviews, anecdotes, fun facts and wanderlust. Upbeat hosts. I read A LOT yet I've already added some books to my TBR list. A nice change from the 'trendy new releases' backdrop to many book podcasts.