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Can you read a cookbook cover-to-cover like a thriller? Does your reading level predict a longer life? Why is a punk chef’s memoir the ultimate weapon for reluctant readers? And how do we inspire children to read if we don’t have the time to read to them? In this special episode ...  Show more

Why do baby puffins prefer to be alone? Why don’t Cuckoo birds raise their own children? Has the decline of birds taken away the music of our landscapes? And what is the simplest way back if we feel disconnected from nature? In this episode of Ask Penguin, Rhianna is joined by vi ...  Show more

Ellen and Mom are joined by Listener Ashley to discuss the grumpy golfer, glucose levels, and good clean "fun" in Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey.  Plus, more tangents than usual and we get to know Ashley a little better.

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Ellen and Mom disccuss the parades, pop culture, and paint by number pictures in Mrs Nash’s Ashes by Sarah Adler.   Plus, Pee-Wee and dog teeth.  

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Tune in to hear Nicole and Nusrah talk about Asian American femme authors, in conversation with the wonderful Kelly Yang, author of Front Desk and Parachutes. For even more kidlit news and recommendations, sign up for our The Kids Are All Right newsletter! Books Mentioned Any Day ...  Show more

Superstar singer-songwriter ASHE joins Jordyn to talk about her latest album ASHLYN - her upcoming international tour dates - her collabs with Finneas O'Connell & Niall Horan - and how she pivoted from being a songwriter to singing her own stories! Check out our amazing sponsors! ...  Show more