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Longtime friend and editor of Bookworm, Alan Howard, returns to host this episode, the last of 10 shows to journey through Bookworm’s 33 years and offer a retrospective look at Michael’s accomplishments on behalf of writers and readers. For decades Michael has read almost all of ...  Show more

Close friend of Michael Silverblatt’s and Bookworm editor for 30 years, Alan Howard guest hosts this episode on grief and loss. When the two met more than 33 years ago, Michael’s first words were, “What are you reading?” It was a question that brought Howard back to literature. O ...  Show more

An eye-opening and inspiring message from American author, David Foster Wallace, known for his innovative writings, shining an influential light on life and society. "The truth will set you free. But not until it is finished with you.” David Foster Wallace Speaker: David Foster W ...  Show more

In today's take we discuss "Men and Style - Essays, Interviews and Considerations" by David Coggins an excellent book going beyond the standard “what to wear” advice. Equal parts style guide and intriguing conversation about the masculine identity within the world of fashion, we ...  Show more

MSNBC’s Mehdi Hasan isn’t one to avoid arguments. He relishes them as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understan ...  Show more

In his latest memo, Howard Marks discusses the importance of avoiding expressions of absolute certainty when operating in fields subject to randomness and human emotion, like politics, economics, and investing. He suggests that it’s better to have humility and acknowledge that th ...  Show more