Totally Booked with Zibby

Zibby Owens
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Totally Booked with Zibby is a podcast about books—and everything they reveal about who we are. Hosted by Zibby Owens, each episode features conversations with authors, creators, and thinkers about writing, reading, creativity, ambition, relationships, resilience, and the moments that shape our lives. Because talking about books is really talking about life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Sabrina Rudin, HEALTHY WITH A SIDE OF HAPPY

    5h ago

    Sabrina Rudin, HEALTHY WITH A SIDE OF HAPPY

    Zibby chats with Sabrina Rudin, founder of Spring Café and author of HEALTHY WITH A SIDE OF HAPPY, about her lifelong dream of writing a book, how a vegetarian restaurant idea that "would never work in Aspen" became a thriving brand, and why she believes food has the power to completely transform how we feel. Sabrina shares the philosophy her mother instilled in her — that food is medicine — and how it drove her to open Spring Café, build an engaged online community, and eventually write the cookbook she always knew she had in her.  ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  2. Marnie Salsky, A PEOPLEHOOD | AMIUT YEHUDIT + Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch, Rabbi Yoshi Zweibach, and Rabbi Josh Franklin

    1d ago

    Marnie Salsky, A PEOPLEHOOD | AMIUT YEHUDIT + Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch, Rabbi Yoshi Zweibach, and Rabbi Josh Franklin

    Photographer Marnie Salsky joins Zibby to discuss A Peoplehood, Amiut Yehudit, her visually stunning exploration of contemporary Jewish identity. Drawing on over a decade of documentary work in Toronto's Jewish community, Marnie shares how archival images, candid interviews, and present-day photography come together to examine belonging, cultural trauma, and the rising tide of antisemitism. Zibby also sits down with three prominent American rabbis — Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch, Rabbi Yoshi Zweibach, and Rabbi Josh Franklin — for a wide-ranging conversation about Jewish identity, books, and what it means to be Jewish today. Together, they explore the unexpected resurgence of Jewish engagement following October 7th, the challenge of rising antisemitism, and what the Jewish community is ultimately fighting for.  ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
  3. Eliza Reid, THE FIRST LADY NEXT DOOR

    2d ago

    Eliza Reid, THE FIRST LADY NEXT DOOR

    Zibby chats with Eliza Reid about her unexpected journey from Canadian farm girl to First Lady of Iceland. Eliza shares how her history-professor husband was persuaded by strangers to run for president, and how she navigated eight years in an unofficial role with no rulebook, four young kids, and a determination not to lose herself in the process. SPECIAL OFFER: Eliza co-founded the acclaimed Iceland Writers' Retreat. As a special offer for Totally Booked listeners, you can save 40,000 ISK (about $320 USD) off the retreat, taking place April 14–18, 2027, by registering at this link: https://hosted-checkout.straumur.is/paymentLink/uxumoc098m7aokw2clwq. For more information, visit www.icelandwritersretreat.com or reach out to general manager Sue Erbeck at sue@icelandwritersretreat.com. ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  4. Dr. Lucy Hone, HOW WILL I EVER GET THROUGH THIS? + Oona Metz, UNHITCHED

    Jun 18

    Dr. Lucy Hone, HOW WILL I EVER GET THROUGH THIS? + Oona Metz, UNHITCHED

    Dr. Lucy Hone joins Zibby to discuss HOW WILL I EVER GET THROUGH THIS?, her compassionate guide to navigating grief and hardship. Drawing from her research in resilience psychology and her own experience of profound loss, Dr. Lucy shares evidence-based tools for coping with trauma, rebuilding identity, finding hope, and fostering post-traumatic growth. Together, she and Zibby explore resilience, fear, healing, and the universal question at the heart of every difficult season: How do we move forward when life changes forever? Then, Zibby chats with Oona Metz about UNHITCHED: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women. Drawing on 30 years as a therapist and 15 years leading divorce support groups, Oona shares practical advice for navigating the emotional upheaval of divorce, managing guilt, supporting children through family transitions, and finding community during difficult times. Together, she and Zibby explore the evolving journey of divorce, the rise of “gray divorce,” and how women can emerge from the experience stronger, more empowered, and hopeful about the future. ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  5. Jaime Knopman and Rebecca Raphael, OWN YOUR FERTILITY + Lindsay Bartels, IMOGEN IN WAITING

    Jun 17

    Jaime Knopman and Rebecca Raphael, OWN YOUR FERTILITY + Lindsay Bartels, IMOGEN IN WAITING

    Zibby interviews fertility specialist Dr. Jaime Knopman and co-author Rebecca Raphael about their book, OWN YOUR FERTILITY. They discuss the realities of modern family planning, the rise in infertility, egg freezing, fertility preservation, and the importance of educating women earlier about their reproductive health. Drawing from both medical expertise and personal experience, Jaime and Rebecca share practical advice and empowering information to help women make informed decisions about their futures. Zibby also interviews Lindsay Bartels about IMOGEN IN WAITING: A Memoir of Modern Reproduction, a powerful and deeply personal exploration of genetic inheritance, fertility, and reproductive choice. Lindsay shares her experience navigating breast cancer, carrying the BRCA1 mutation, IVF, and the difficult ethical questions surrounding embryo testing. Together, they discuss motherhood, resilience, medical advances, and the complex decisions that arise when science offers unprecedented control over the future. ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  6. Douglas Brunt, The Lost Empire of Emanuel Nobel + Ben Mezrich, CHECKMATE

    Jun 16

    Douglas Brunt, The Lost Empire of Emanuel Nobel + Ben Mezrich, CHECKMATE

    Douglas Brunt returns to Totally Booked to discuss THE LOST EMPIRE OF EMANUEL NOBEL, the fascinating true story of the Nobel family’s rise in imperial Russia, their pivotal role in the global oil industry, and the revolutionary forces that reshaped the twentieth century. From the origins of the Nobel Prize to the rise of Stalin and the fall of the Romanovs, Brunt shares how he uncovered this forgotten family saga—and why its lessons about power, energy, and history still resonate today. Bestselling author Ben Mezrich discusses CHECKMATE, his gripping deep dive into the biggest cheating scandal in chess history. From a shocking showdown between world champion Magnus Carlsen and controversial young challenger Hans Niemann to questions about AI, truth, and the future of competition, Mezrich unpacks the real-life drama behind a story that reads like a thriller. He also shares his unique approach to turning headline-making nonfiction into blockbuster books and films. ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  7. Meredith Walker, Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice + Adam Mansbach, Go the F*ck to College

    Jun 11

    Meredith Walker, Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice + Adam Mansbach, Go the F*ck to College

    Loop in your teens! Get some life advice from Meredith Walker who founded Smart Girls with Amy Poehler in Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice and then laugh along with Adam Mansbach whose unorthodox parenting “advice” has gotten me through a lot. Now he’s back with Go the F*** to College. ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  8. Judy Batalion, The Last Woman of Warsaw

    Jun 10

    Judy Batalion, The Last Woman of Warsaw

    NYT bestselling author Judy Batalion shares a compelling pre-WWII story of a family in a changing city, in The Last Woman of Warsaw. (The more things change…) ** If you enjoy recommending things you love and even earning from it, you have to become a creator on ShopMy! You'll be able to see that your recommendations matter. Click my referral code here to learn more! *** ** Want another secret podcast? If you sign up for my Z.I.P. Membership program, you'll get access to an exclusive podcast called Zibby's Show Notes, the behind-the-scenes of everything! Head to zibbyowens.com/subscribe to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
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Totally Booked with Zibby is a podcast about books—and everything they reveal about who we are. Hosted by Zibby Owens, each episode features conversations with authors, creators, and thinkers about writing, reading, creativity, ambition, relationships, resilience, and the moments that shape our lives. Because talking about books is really talking about life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Zibby Owens
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2K
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2018 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Totally Booked with Zibby

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