The Inkspot Podcast

Cathy Evans
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The Inkspot Podcast highlights books of all kinds, talented authors with a story to tell, and stars from the publishing world. We'll talk about books that make us think with guests that make us laugh! To learn more about Inkspot Publishing, visit https://inkspotpublishing.com/

  1. Oct 8

    20: Surviving Hitler and Stalin: The Story of Daniel Finkelstein's Family

    In this deeply moving episode of the Inkspot Podcast, host Cathy Evans sits down with Daniel Finkelstein to discuss his powerful book "Hitler, Stalin, Mum and Dad". Daniel recounts the extraordinary true story of how his parents both narrowly escaped the twin tyrannies of Nazism and Stalinism. Together they explore the remarkable convergence of these two family histories, the dark humor and resilience that kept them alive, and the shocking discoveries Daniel made while researching — including finding four hours of video footage of his deceased father recounting his war experiences. Beyond the personal narrative, Daniel reflects on his grandfather's opposition to Zionism, his grandmother's surprising intellectual legacy as an economist whose political views eerily mirrored his own, and why understanding ideology's crushing impact on ordinary lives matters more than ever. Books mentioned in this episode:"Hitler, Stalin, Mum and Dad": https://amzn.to/4em3Tv3Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links.The Inkspot Podcast is dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes!Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpubLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=allProduced and edited by Taryn de Meillon#BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

  2. Jun 15

    19: Bernie Bulkin on Why Most Startups Fail

    We're joined by investor and author Bernie Bulkin to discuss his new book "Why Start-ups Fail." With a career spanning both entrepreneurship and venture capital, Bernie dissects the high stakes of launching a new company, revealing why nearly 90% of technology ventures ultimately fold despite massive capital influx. This episode dives deep into critical success factors such as behavioral economics, the importance of engineering expertise, effective fundraising strategies, and the evolving landscape of leadership in an AI-driven world, providing essential guidance for anyone looking to turn innovation into a sustainable business. Books mentioned in this episode: Why Start-ups Fail: https://amzn.to/3Qgg83H Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Inkspot Podcast is dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

    19: Bernie Bulkin on Why Most Startups Fail

  3. Apr 14

    18: Artistic & Philosophical Development Through Pilgrimage | Guy Stagg

    We talk about three famous creatives and philosophers who developed their practice through religious retreat. Guy Stagg, author of "The World Within", tells the stories of Wittgenstein, David Jones, and Simone Weil, and how these figures inspired his own pilgrimage from Canterbury to Jerusalem. Books mentioned in this episode:"The World Within": https://amzn.to/4sxtKEw"The Crossway": https://amzn.to/4sxtKEw Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Inkspot Podcast is dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

  4. Jan 15

    17: Writing Suspense Thrillers with J.D. Barker

    We're joined by New York Times Bestselling Author, J.D. Barker. We talk about how J.D. honed his craft, the haunted house that inspired his newest book, and co-authoring with other rockstar authors like James Patterson. Books mentioned in this episode: J.D. Barker's "Something I Keep Upstairs": https://amzn.to/4b1nosc Dacre Stoker & J.D. Barker's "Dracul": https://amzn.to/49oGfMH Stephen King's "Needful Things": https://amzn.to/3NKxYdg Stephen King's: "On Writing": https://amzn.to/49IxCeR Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

  5. 12/17/2025

    16: Why It’s So Hard to Find a Home in Britain

    Featuring Charlie Winstanley, a UK Housing policy expert and author of "Bricking It". We discuss the monopoly on housing development, roadblocks town councils run into with building, the cost of homelessness, and more nitty-gritty details on housing reform. Books mentioned in this episode:Charlie Winstanley's "Bricking It": https://amzn.to/3L7mPSW Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

  6. 12/04/2025

    15: The Inside Scoop From Journalist and Political Wife, Sarah Vine

    Welcoming Sarah Vine, author of "How Not to Be a Political Wife"! Our chat features some hilarious moments, from first meeting Michael Gove (the worst Skier in the world), to her children thinking she was a lizard person. We talk about the humans behind politics, and the mental toll from being in the public eye. Books mentioned in this episode:"How Not to Be a Political Wife" by Sarah Vine: https://amzn.to/3MFcT3p Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Inkspot Podcast is dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech #inkspotpodcast #inkspot

  7. 11/18/2025

    14: Cults from the Victim's Perspective (Jonestown Massacre 47th Anniversary)

    Don't just remember the tragedy—understand the trap. Author and Academic, Annie Dawid, talks about the true and often-ignored story of the Peoples Temple. We discuss the inner circle of Jim Jones, the racism and strict hierarchy hiding behind the promise of "equality," and the lasting impact on Guyana. A vital look at cult dynamics that serves as a chilling reminder: no one is immune. More about Annie: https://www.anniedawid.com/ "Kenny Winking": https://inkspotpublishing.com/writer/kenny-winking-a-short-story-by-annie-dawid/ Black Jonestown: https://www.youtube.com/@UCfxmOgWz0-B7RuN4PZhX8gw Books mentioned in this episode:Annie Dawid's "Paradise Undone": https://amzn.to/4o3pEloWilson Harris's "Jonestown": https://amzn.to/4pgGC0K Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

  8. 11/03/2025

    13: FASCIST YOGA (Stewart Home Part 2)

    In this continuation of our discussion with Stewart Home, we talk about the Fascist underbelly of Western Yoga practice, the toxic side of the Wellness Community, and learning how to do a headstand. Books mentioned in this episode:Stewart Home's Fascist Yoga: https://amzn.to/48gyWXc Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech #yoga #taichi

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The Inkspot Podcast highlights books of all kinds, talented authors with a story to tell, and stars from the publishing world. We'll talk about books that make us think with guests that make us laugh! To learn more about Inkspot Publishing, visit https://inkspotpublishing.com/

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  • Creator
    Cathy Evans
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cathy Evans
  • Show Website
    The Inkspot Podcast