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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.

17 HR AGO

How Much Are You Like The Characters You Read About?

Prof. Laura McGrath returns to talk with Jeff and Rebecca about statistics that show just how much readers read what they are. Mostly. For some readers. Most readers. But not all. It's complicated. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus content and ad-free listening. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 2m
18 HR AGO · BONUS

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Introducing Obesity, Behavior, and the Heart: How We Fix It from Tomorrow's Cure. Follow the show: Tomorrow's Cure Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, yet new science and smarter systems are changing what is possible for patients and families. In this episode of Tomorrow’s Cure, host Cathy Wurzer talks with three leaders who are reshaping how we prevent, understand, and treat heart disease and obesity. Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist Dr. Andres Acosta explains why obesity is not “one size fits all” and how phenotype based, precision treatments can double weight loss success and reduce cardiovascular risk. American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown explores why heart disease still claims so many lives, how social and economic forces drive risk, and what it will take to improve health for every community. Dr. Kevin Volpp, scientific lead of the AHA Food is Medicine initiative, shares how medically tailored meals and behavioral economics could cut costly hospital readmissions and make healthy eating more affordable. Listen to hear personal stories, practical takeaways, and a hopeful look at the future of heart health. How to listen and stay connected: Subscribe to Tomorrow’s Cure on your favorite podcast app and follow the show so you never miss an episode. Get the latest health information from Mayo Clinic’s experts—subscribe to Mayo Clinic’s newsletter for free today: https://mayocl.in/3EcNPNc Connect with Mayo Clinic: Like Mayo Clinic on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayoclinic/ Follow Mayo Clinic on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayoclinic/ Follow Mayo Clinic on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/MayoClinic Follow Mayo Clinic on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@mayoclinic DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.
3 DAYS AGO

DNF Shelves Coming to Goodreads and The War For Your Ears Continues

Jeff and Rebecca talk about the news that Goodreads is rumored to be launching an official Did Not Finish category, Audible and Spotify innovations, recent reading, and more book news. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus content and ad-free listening. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Spotify rolls out Page Match to sync print & audio reading Audible launches Read & Listen immersive reading Is Bindery’s influencer-led publishing startup working? Who can tell. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 5m
18 FEB

Ranking Amazon's Best Books of the Century

Jeff and Rebecca power rank the top 10 of Amazon's 25 Book of the Year picks from the last 25 years. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus content and ad-free listening. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

39 min
16 FEB

Another Book Section Bites the Dust and A Romance Writer Dances with the AI Devil

Jeff and Rebecca talk about The Washington Post Books section shutting down, a NYT profile of a romance writer diving into AI with both feet, recent reading, and more. Then Rebecca and Vanessa talk about seeing Wuthering Heights. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: We’re hiring a Digital Content Specialist Washington Post cuts Book World section The romance industry is embracing AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 27m
11 FEB

Power Ranking the Books of 2016

Jeff and Rebecca power rank the 10 most important, influential, and otherwise impactful books of 2016. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! The Book Riot Podcast Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

59 min
9 FEB

Librarians on the Front Lines

Vanessa sits down with director Kim A. Snyder and librarians Martha Hickson and Carolyn Foote to discuss the film The Librarians: how it came to be, where to watch it, and why its message is such an urgent one for our times. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read and its brand new companion newsletter, and follow along on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The Librarians premieres on PBS on February 9, 2026 Where to watch The Librarians screening near you All 850 Books Texas Lawmaker Matt Krause Wants to Ban: An Analysis (2021) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

57 min
4 FEB

The It Books of February 2026

Jeff and Rebecca consider 10 finalists for the title It Book of February. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! The Book Riot Podcast Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to the Book Riot Podcast!

The Book Riot Podcast is a bi-weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of books and reading, brought to you by Jeff O'Neal and Rebecca Schinsky of Book Riot. Listen as we break down industry news, lists, recommendations, power rankings, and more. Plus, bonus episodes air regularly on Patreon, digging into everything from adaptations to book clubs to interviews and more: https://www.patreon.com/bookriotpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11/04/2020

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Jeff O'Neal

Host
Rebecca Schinsky

Host

News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.