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Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books The award-winning DAILY author interview podcast hosted by Zibby Owens. 1,700+ episodes available.

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Author Sarah LaBrie joins Zibby to discuss he...
15/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Author Sarah LaBrie joins Zibby to discuss her spellbinding, harrowing new memoir, NO ONE GETS TO FALL APART. Sarah shares how a period of profound pain and self-discovery led her to come to terms with her mother’s schizophrenia, find therapeutic resources, and start crafting this book. She reflects on her childhood, which was marked by an all-consuming closeness to her mom, and then touches on her complicated feelings about her white partner. She and Zibby discuss the importance of openness and authenticity in memoirs— and their role in offering solidarity and connecting with readers who may feel isolated by similar experiences.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with .fingersh. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with debut author Julie ...
14/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with .fingersh. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with debut author Julie Fingersh about her warm, witty, and beautifully written memoir, STAY: A Story of Family, Love, and Other Traumas. Julie and Zibby discuss the book’s themes, from parenting adult children and the challenges of middle age to women’s ambitions and self-perception and confronting the lingering effects of past trauma. Julie also opens up about her brother’s struggle with mental illness, her daughter’s health challenges, and the disorienting feeling of envy as she watches her daughter step into her own extraordinary life (like when she was part of Hillary Clinton’s motorcade). Finally, she describes Anna Quindlen’s influence on her work.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Author Susan Rieger joins Zibby to discuss LI...
13/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Author Susan Rieger joins Zibby to discuss LIKE MOTHER, LIKE MOTHER, an enthralling novel about three generations of strong-willed women unknowingly shaped by the secrets buried in their family’s past. Susan describes how her own family secrets and complex relationship with her mother inspired this story and its central character, Lila, a brilliant, career-focused executive editor at a major newspaper who feels inherently unsuited for motherhood. Susan also talks about her journey through psychoanalysis, the power of introspection, and her journey from law to writing. Finally, she shares the news of a TV adaptation—and who she hopes will be cast as Lila!

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby Books author alert! Zibby welcomes back...
12/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby Books author alert! Zibby welcomes back bestselling Australian author Emma Grey to discuss PICTURES OF YOU, a stunning, urgent, profoundly affecting novel about a woman who wakes up in a hospital bed after an accident with the mind of her 16-year-old self… and must confront the life and choices she doesn’t recognize now, at 29. Emma and Zibby dive into the novel’s themes of toxic relationships and personal reinvention. Emma also touches on her love of photography, a healing tool for her grief and motif throughout this story.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with beloved actress Judy Greer a...
11/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with beloved actress Judy Greer about THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, the new Christmas comedy-drama film based on the classic 1972 children’s book by Barbara Robinson. Judy delves into her role (the mom!), describing how her own mother’s work ethic, resilience, and community involvement have shaped her personally and on set. She and Zibby also talk about her career—particularly her shift from character actor (often playing “the friend”) to leading roles. Finally, Judy talks about her nightly reading ritual, her favorite recent reads, and how she finds comfort in bookstores wherever she travels. 

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with author Nikkya Hargrove about...
08/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with author Nikkya Hargrove about MAMA, a searing, heart-filled memoir about a young Black q***r woman fresh out of college who adopts her baby brother after their incarcerated mother dies, determined to create the kind of family she never had. Nikkya shares what it was like to raise her half-brother, Jonathan, delving into the challenges of balancing her own aspirations with the serious responsibility of caring for him. She and Zibby also discuss the memoir’s themes of generational struggle, complex family dynamics, societal judgment, resilience, self-discovery, and finding your voice.

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with .cherry. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Writer and playwright Cherry Lou Sy ch...
07/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with .cherry. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Writer and playwright Cherry Lou Sy chats with Zibby about LOVE CAN’T FEED YOU, a beautiful, tender, searing debut novel that follows a young woman who immigrates to the United States from the Philippines to reunite with her mother and finds herself adrift between familial expectations and her own burning desires. While discussing the themes of identity, sacrifice, and the disillusionment of the American dream, Cherry delves into her own immigration story. She also reflects emotionally on her father’s recent death and shares her excitement for a new writing project inspired by him.
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🎙️ New podcast episode with Meredith Seacrest Leach. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby is joined by Mer...
06/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with Meredith Seacrest Leach. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby is joined by Meredith Seacrest Leach to discuss THE MAKE-BELIEVERS, the delightful picture book she co-wrote with her brother, America’s favorite host and media personality, Ryan Seacrest. Meredith reveals that her daughter, Flora, inspired the story, which explores the surprising strengths of a child’s wild, wonderful imagination. She also touches on the , which provides creative outlets for hospitalized children, helping them escape and express themselves.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with Bradley Tusk. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby interviews venture capitali...
05/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with Bradley Tusk. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby interviews venture capitalist, political strategist, philanthropist, and founder of the Mobile Voting Project, Bradley Tusk, about his deeply informative and timely analysis of the American voting system, VOTE WITH YOUR PHONE. Bradley shares his passion for improving democracy and making voting more accessible through mobile voting, revealing he has invested $20 million to create secure voting technology. He also discusses his advocacy for other issues, from regulating social media to fighting food insecurity. Finally, he talks about his contribution to Zibby’s latest anthology, ON BEING JEWISH NOW, and the importance of being openly and proudly Jewish.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Author Lotte Bowser joins Zibby to discuss BI...
04/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Author Lotte Bowser joins Zibby to discuss BITTERSWEET, a raw, brave, and deeply moving memoir about true love, the darkness of grief, and finding your way back into the light. Lotte shares the story of her relationship with Ben—a profound love (and happy, adventurous life) that was cut short by his battle with cancer amid the COVID pandemic. She delves into their whirlwind romance, Ben’s diagnosis, the struggle of being his caregiver, and the grief, isolation, and healing that followed his passing. Finally, she and Zibby reflect on the power of writing through trauma, and Lotte discusses the new platform she is building for grievers.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with Nikki Schreiber, the editor ...
01/11/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with Nikki Schreiber, the editor and founder of the popular social media brand , about her new book, HUMANS OF JUDAISM—a heartwarming collection of stories filled with joy, bravery, community, perseverance, and unyielding hope. Nikki shares how her Instagram page began as a tribute to her father and evolved over ten years into a community that celebrates Jewish identity. She shares how the book expands on this with stories from familiar and unknown Jewish figures, from fashion icons and Hollywood stars to Holocaust survivors, aiming to preserve and elevate Jewish narratives.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby is joined by  #1 New York Times and USA...
31/10/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby is joined by #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author W. Bruce Cameron to discuss his charming and heartfelt new novel, MY THREE DOGS—his 36th published book! Bruce reveals how a car ride conversation with his now-wife Cathryn Michon (who was just on the podcast!) inspired A DOG’S PURPOSE, the first novel that launched him into the “dog book” niche and transformed his life. He describes how all his stories highlight the deep, emotional bonds humans share with their pets—and his belief that love is eternal and can come back to us in different forms. Finally, he shares his best advice for aspiring writers.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with  and . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:TODAY Show cohost and America’s favorite...
30/10/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with and . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

TODAY Show cohost and America’s favorite weatherman, Al Roker, and his daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, join Zibby to discuss AL ROKER’S RECIPES TO LIVE BY: Easy, Memory-Making Family Dishes for Every Occasion. The father-daughter duo discuss the joys (and challenges) of working together on this project and then delve into the sentimental value behind the recipes and the nostalgia tied to their favorite foods—like apple butter! Courtney highlights her experiences as a chef, recipe developer, and new mom, while Al reflects on food as both a celebration and a family bonding experience.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby is joined by the renowned founder of We...
29/10/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby is joined by the renowned founder of Well-Read Black Girl, Glory Edim, to discuss her inspiring memoir of family, community, resilience, and literature, GATHER ME: A Memoir in Praise of the Books That Saved Me. Glory reflects on the books that were a refuge and guiding force throughout her life, especially in her childhood when her mother struggled with depression. She also highlights the authors that shaped her development, influencing how she approaches relationships, love, and activism. Finally, she describes her journey as a mother, from passing on her Nigerian traditions to surrounding her son with books—although all he can think about are monster trucks!

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🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Actress and film producer Jennifer Love Hewit...
28/10/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with . Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Actress and film producer Jennifer Love Hewitt chats with Zibby about INHERITING MAGIC, a heartfelt, candid chronicle of her grief and discovering she inherited her late mother’s “magic”—with family photos, recipes, holiday traditions, and foolproof strategies for adding magic to our everyday lives. Jennifer delves into the pain and surrealness of losing her mother while traveling and not being able to say goodbye. Then, she reveals how she makes everyday moments extraordinary for her children, inspired by her mom’s lessons on joy and celebration and her husband’s tireless support. Finally, she describes her writing journey—difficult but cathartic—and a potential next project!

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✨ BIG week on the podcast! We couldn’t be more excited for these upcoming episodes…⁠📖 Jennifer Love Hewitt (Inheriting M...
28/10/2024

✨ BIG week on the podcast! We couldn’t be more excited for these upcoming episodes…
⁠
📖 Jennifer Love Hewitt (Inheriting Magic)
📖 Glory Edim (Gather Me)
📖 ⁠Al Roker & Courtney Roker Laga (Al Roker’s Recipes to Live By)
📖 W. Bruce Cameron (My Three Dogs)
📖 Nikki Schreiber (Humans of Judaism)

We can’t wait to share these conversations with you!

           

🎙️ New podcast episode with Charles Bock. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby is joined by New York Times...
25/10/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with Charles Bock. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby is joined by New York Times bestselling author Charles Bock to discuss I WILL DO BETTER, a tender and searingly honest memoir about parenting his infant daughter in the wake of his wife’s untimely death. Charles shares the heartbreaking story of losing his wife Diana to leukemia just days before their daughter Lily’s third birthday. He reflects on becoming a single father, navigating his grief while raising his toddler, and deciding to write this memoir, capturing both the humor and the pain of his journey. He also delves into his writing process, which was shaped by his experiences as a novelist.

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🎙️ New podcast episode with Marian Schembari. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:Zibby chats with author Maria...
24/10/2024

🎙️ New podcast episode with Marian Schembari. Here is a little sneak peek from the episode:

Zibby chats with author Marian Schembari about her warm, astutely observed, incandescently written, and unexpectedly hilarious memoir, A LITTLE LESS BROKEN: How an Autism Diagnosis Finally Made Me Whole. Marian shares how an autism diagnosis at age 34 changed her life and then talks about the concept of “masking,” how common neurodivergence is in our society, and how important it is to offer neurodivergent individuals support without judgment. She and Zibby bond over how drained they feel after social situations, and Marian delves into her writing process and her next project.

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