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Celebrating Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer’s ‘The Joy of Connections’

Celebrating The Joy of Connections, the last book of beloved icon (and long-time New Yorker) Dr. Ruth Westheimer. Co-authors Allison Gilbert and Pierre Lehu are joined by Dr. Ruth’s children, Dr. Miriam Westheimer and Dr. Joel Westheimer, in a…

Taffy Brodesser-Akner with Jake Silverstein: Long Island Compromise

On this episode of Library Talks, bestselling author Taffy Brodesser-Akner discusses her new novel, Long Island Compromise, with Jake Silverstein, editor in chief of The New York Times Magazine.

Ep. 234, Crystal’s Goodbye

Our hosts discuss the book they read together, and Crystal says goodbye to the podcast!

Short Stories Galore!, Ep 233

Our hosts are back this week to discuss books, culture, and the short stories they’ve read!

Love A Good Mae West Room, Ep. 232

Reviews and More Reviews!, Ep 231

Crystal and Frank are back! They kick off the year with chatting how they spent their holiday break. 

We Have Guests!, Ep 230

Frank and Crystal are joined by 2 great NYPL librarians to help close out 2022!

REBROADCAST: Always Under Renovation, Ep. 218

This week we’re revisiting Frank and Crystal’s book pick from June: Light From Uncommon Stars. We’ll be back next episode with some fabulous guests to cloose out 2022! 

Perfectly Frank and Crystal, Ep 229

Frank and Crystal discuss books, culture, and what to read before they head out for Thanksgiving (which has already happened!).

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