Hungry Dogs with James Patterson

James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” Tune in each Wednesday for interviews with notable guests like Dolly Parton, BJ Novak, Kathy Bates,  Stacy Abrams, David Baldacci, and many more.

  1. 4d ago

    Cecily Strong on Finding Humor in the Hard Stuff

    Iconic Saturday Night Live alum, Cecily Strong, chats with James Patterson about her early love of drama theater, to her time as a SNL lynchpin, as well as her memoir, This Will Be Over Soon. The two share personal stories about navigating grief and loss, and how finding humor and connection can light up life's darkest moments. ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Sep 9

    Making Poetry Cool with Kwame Alexander

    In this episode of Hungry Dogs, bestselling authors Kwame Alexander joins James Patterson to discuss overcoming massive early career rejections, their shared passion for poetry, and their collaboration on the Muhammad Ali book Becoming Muhammad Ali. The two writers also share personal insights on fatherhood, the impact of inspirational mentors, and their strong stance against book banning in schools. ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Sep 2

    Dolly Parton’s Final Interview with James Patterson

    As a tribute to Dolly Parton, we’re re-airing James Patterson’s interview with her from last year. The two reflect on their time writing Run, Rose, Run together, the meaning of “horse sense,” turning down Elvis Presley’s request to record “I Will Always Love You,” and much more. Start a free trial, and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core Tier with code PATTERSON at https://www.monarch.com/ ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Aug 26

    Getting Things Done with Governor Gretchen Whitmer

    Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer joins Hungry Dogs to discuss her book True Gretch, and she shares g insights on crisis management, effective leadership, and the power of listening to constituents. Governor Whitmer also talks about how grass-roots engagement and empathy empowers individuals to drive real political change. ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Aug 19

    Kristin Hannah on Writing History: Uncovering Untold Stories From World War II to Vietnam

    Bestselling author Kristin Hannah joins James Patterson to discuss her journey from practicing law to writing historical fiction. She details her disciplined writing habits, her collaborative feedback process with fellow authors, and the extensive research required to bring historical events to life, specifically focusing on the struggles of combat nurses in Vietnam featured in her acclaimed novel, The Women. ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Aug 12

    Liane Moriarty on the Big Little Lies Sequel and Writing After a Hit

    In this episode of Hungry Dogs with James Patterson, author Liane Moriarty talks about growing up in a family of storytellers, her conflicted feelings about personal branding, and the experience of writing Big Little Lies and watching it become a hit series. She also discusses following that story with Big Little Truths, and how performers like Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman shaped the way she thought about returning to those characters. 📚 Liane Moriarty's book, Big Little Truths (Available August 25th): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/760976/big-little-truths-by-liane-moriarty/ ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Aug 5

    Why Colson Whitehead Defies Literary Genres

    James Patterson chats with two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead about his expansive literary career. Whitehead opens up about his love for genre-bending storytelling, navigating reader expectations across horror and crime fiction, and how childhood influences shaped his craft. Get 50% Off Monarch, the all-in-one financial tool at https://www.monarch.com and use code PATTERSON at checkout. ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Jul 29

    Adam Schefter’s Surprising NFL Predictions: Who Dominates This Season?

    ESPN analyst Adam Schefter joins James Patterson to discuss sports journalism, the art of building long-term professional trust, and some bold predictions for the upcoming NFL season. They also discuss sports news like the lopsided Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers NBA trade, the future of international NFL expansion, and the challenges of balancing a hectic career with quality family-time. ▶️ Watch more Hungry Dogs episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVNQ8uIfN4qtL1RjSgs4BfXxFG5WNs0wR&si=HMzWpnWPuT-A8k3x 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hungry-dogs-with-james-patterson/id1845905844 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2kHgP1PRv4XjYeI4XY5u ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesPattersonAuthor?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW JAMES PATTERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesPatterson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespattersonbooks/ #hungrydogs #jamespatterson #books #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” Tune in each Wednesday for interviews with notable guests like Dolly Parton, BJ Novak, Kathy Bates,  Stacy Abrams, David Baldacci, and many more.

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