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The Readings Podcast
The Readings Podcast is a celebration of books, reading and culture. Episodes are published weekly and include author interviews, event recordings, booksellers chatting about their favourite reads, industry insights, and more.
Episodes
The Readings PodcastOm Dhuengel in Conversation
In this episode, hear Om Dhungel and James Button in conversation with Elly Varrenti, to celebrate the publication of Om’s memoir, Bhutan to Blacktown. This…
The Readings PodcastAntony Loewenstein in Conversation
In this episode, a recording taken from bestselling journalist Antony Loewenstein discussing his latest book, The Palestine Laboratory. This book demonstrates…
The Readings PodcastBruce Wolpe in Conversation
In this episode, Bruce Wolpe in conversation with Sean Kelly to discuss Wolpe's new book, Trump's Australia. In the book, leading expert and US and Australian…
The Readings PodcastAndrew Skeoch in Conversation
In this episode, a conversation with Andrew Skeoch, author of the recently released book, Deep Listening to Nature. As one of Australia's best-known nature…
The Readings PodcastTegan Bennett Daylight in Conversation
In this episode, a conversation with author Tegan Bennet Daylight, centred around her new YA novel, Royals. A group of teenagers alone in an empty shopping…
The Readings PodcastAurelia Guo in Conversation
In today’s episode, booksellers Justin Amalimal Cantrell and Nico Callaghan are joined by Aurelia Guo, a writer and researcher based in London, for a…
The Readings PodcastRos Ben-Moshe in Conversation
In this episode, an interview with Ros Ben-Moshe, author of The Laughter Effect, a powerful philosophy that enhances wellbeing and provides you with a road map…
The Readings PodcastIn conversation with Thomas Mayo and Kerry O'Brien
In this episode, Mary Crooks, executive director of the Victorian Women’s Trust, chairs a conversation with the authors of The Voice To Parliament Handbook…
The Readings PodcastSarah Street in Conversation
In this episode, a conversation with Sarah Street, author of the new book, A Curse of Salt. Drawing comparisons to Brigid Kemmerer’s Cursebreakers series and…
The Readings PodcastBenjamin Hegarty in Conversation
In this episode, a recording taken from an event at Readings Carlton, to celebrate the publication of Benjamin Hegarty’s book, The Made Up State: technology…
The Readings PodcastMikki Brammer in Conversation
In this episode, a conversation with Mikki Brammer. Her new novel, The Collected Regrets of Clover, is a big-hearted and life-affirming novel that turns the…
The Readings PodcastAlexis Wright in Conversation
This episode features a live event recording taken of a conversation between Alexis Wright and Ivor Indyk, to celebrate the publication of Wright’s new novel…
The Readings PodcastKate J. Armstrong in Conversation
In this episode, a conversation with Kate J. Armstrong, author of the new YA novel, Nightbirds. Set in a dazzling new fantasy world full of whispered secrets…
The Readings PodcastMax Porter in Conversation
In this episode, listen to a conversation between English author Max Porter and Readings Podcast Editor, Nico Callaghan. This recording is taken from an online…
The Readings PodcastSaul Griffith in Conversation
This episode features the recording of an online conversation focused on the newest edition of The Quarterly Essay, The Wires That Bind: Electrification and…
The Readings PodcastThe Comics Question with Steven Christie
This recording is the third instalment of The Comics Question series. In these podcasts, Bernard Caleo and Nico Callaghan discuss comics, graphic novels, and…
The Readings PodcastGregory Day in Conversation
In this episode, a recording taken from the launch of Gregory Day’s novel, The Bell of The World. The Bell of the World is both a song to the natural wonders…
The Readings PodcastHugh Mackay in Conversation
In this episode, a conversation with Hugh Mackay, social psychologist and bestselling author. Mackay’s latest book, The Therapist, is a powerful and poignant…
The Readings PodcastKatherine Kovacic in Conversation
In this episode, enjoy a discussion with author Katherine Kovacic about her latest work, Seven Sisters. Seven Sisters is a twisty, intriguing crime novel for…
The Readings PodcastKate Auty in Conversation
A recording of the launch for Kate Auty’s book, O’Leary Of The Underworld: The Untold Story of the Forest River Massacre. This book is a powerful investigation…
The Readings PodcastTim Dunlop in Conversation
In this episode, hear Margaret Simons in conversation with Tim Dunlop about his book, Voices of Us. The book is a reflection on the most recent Australian…
The Readings PodcastDominic Smith in Conversation
In this episode, we're joined by Dominic Smith, author of the acclaimed Last Painting of Sara De Vos, a Readings favourite, to discuss his new book, Return to…
The Readings PodcastThe Comics Question with Charlie Hill-Smith
Today’s episode is the second instalment of The Comics Question series. In these podcasts we discuss comics, graphic novels, and the place they inhabit within…
The Readings PodcastTait Ischia in Conversation
Tait Ischia in conversation about his publishing journey and bestselling book, Copywrong to Copywriter.
The Readings PodcastSasha Kutabah Sarago in Conversation
Sasha Kutabah Sarago in conversation about her new book, Gigorou.
The Readings PodcastAnn Liang in Conversation
Young adult author Ann Liang in conversation with Angela Crocombe and the Readings Teen Advisory Board. They discuss Liang’s recent novel If You Could See the…
The Readings PodcastA conversation about Heart Middle Park
A conversations between Raimond Gaita & his nephew Ari about the photography anthology, Heart Middle Park.
The Readings PodcastAustralian Red Cross Book Club: Andrew Quilty
Join us for another session of the Readings / Australian Red Cross Book Club on the laws and impact of war. In this session we are joined by Andrew Quilty, to…
The Readings PodcastHolly Throsby in Conversation
Holly Throsby in conversation about her recent novel, Clarke.
The Readings PodcastChris Macheras in Conversation
Chris Macheras in conversation about his new book, Old Vintage Melbourne 1960-1990.
The Readings PodcastRichard Fidler in Conversation
Richard Fidler in conversation with fellow author Chloe Hooper about Fidler's latest work, The Book of Roads and Kingdoms.
The Readings PodcastPoetry Reading: Michael Farrell
Michael Farrell discusses his latest collection of poetry, Googlecholia. This recording includes Farrell reading from the collection.
The Readings PodcastKYD New Australian Fiction: Contributors in Conversation
A live recording of the launch event for Kill Your Darlings fourth print anthology, New Australian Fiction 2022. This recording includes writers reading their…
The Readings PodcastDominique Roques in Conversation
Dominique Roques in conversation about his new book, In Search of Perfumes. In Search of Perfumes is a fragrant journey across the world, revealing the beauty…
The Readings PodcastKristine Ziwica in Conversation
Respected journalist Kristine Ziwica in conversation with Tasneem Chopra about Ziwica's new book for the Crikey Reads series, Leaning Out.
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Australian Red Cross Book Club: Hugo Slim
Join us for another session of the Readings / Australian Red Cross Book Club on the laws and impact of war. In this session we are joined by Hugo Slim, to…
The Readings PodcastJane Godwin in Conversation
Jane Godwin in conversation about her new young adult novel, A Walk in the Dark.
The Readings PodcastSimon Holmes à Court in Conversation
Simon Holmes à Court in conversation with Mark Rubbo about Court's new book, The Big Teal.
The Readings PodcastIngrid Laguna & Vanessa Hamilton in Conversation
Ingrid Laguna & Vanessa Hamilton discuss their new book, Kit and Arlo Find a Way.
The Readings PodcastLystra Rose in Conversation
Lystra Rose in conversation about her debut young adult novel, The Upwelling. This conversation took place as part of our Teen Advisory Board program.
The Readings PodcastThe Comics Question with Mirranda Burton
The first episode in a new series on the Readings Podcast, which focuses on all things comics! In this episode, our own Bernard Caleo speaks to fellow comic…
The Readings PodcastGeorge Saunders in Conversation
George Saunders in conversation with Sean O'Beirne about Saunders' new short story collection, Liberation Day.
The Readings PodcastCaroline de Costa in conversation
Caroline de Costa in conversation about her new novel, The Clone Kid.
The Readings PodcastDavid Whish-Wilson in Conversation
David Whish-Wilson in conversation with Brooke Dunnell about Whish-Wilson's latest novel, The Sawdust House.
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Australian Red Cross Book Club: Gareth Evans
Join us for another session of the Readings / Australian Red Cross Book Club on the laws and impact of war. In this session we are joined by former Australian…
The Readings PodcastNell Pierce in Conversation
Nell Pierce’s A Place Near Eden was the 2022 winner of The Australian/Vogel’s Literary Award. Hear Pierce in conversation about her award-winning work.
The Readings PodcastMiranda Luby in Conversation
Miranda Luby in conversation about her debut YA novel, Sadie Starr's Guide to Starting Over.
The Readings PodcastSteve Tupai Francis in Conversation
Steve Tupai Francis in conversation about their book, Kraftwerk’s Computer World.
The Readings PodcastRamona Vijeyarasa in Converasation
Ramona Vijeyarasa in converasation about her recent work, The Woman President. Vijeyarasa is in conversation with Mary Crooks from Victorian Women's Trust.
The Readings PodcastAustralian Red Cross Book Club: Steve Killelea AM in Conversation
The second session of the 2022 Readings / Australian Red Cross Book Club. This session focuses on the laws and impact of war. In conversation is Steve Killelea…
The Readings PodcastInala Cooper in Conversation
Inala Cooper in conversation with Jonathan Green about Cooper's recently released book, Marrul: Aboriginal Identity & the Fight for Rights.
The Readings PodcastScott McCulloch in Conversation
Scott McCulloch in conversation with Justin Clemens about McCulloch's novel, Basin.
The Readings PodcastHayley Scrivenor in Conversation
Hayley Scrivenor in conversation with fellow author Lyn Yeowart about Scrivenor's debut novel, Dirt Town.
The Readings PodcastDiego Bonetto in Conversation
Diego Bonetto discusses his new book Eat Weeds and how to engage with wild food sources.
The Readings PodcastPoetry Reading: Sarah Holland-Batt
Sarah Holland-Batt discusses her poetry collection The Jaguar with fellow author Emily Bitto.
The Readings PodcastKarlie Noon & Krystal De Napoli in Conversation
Karlie Noon and Krystal De Napoli in conversation about their recent book, Astronomy: Sky Country
The Readings PodcastBenjamin Stevenson in Conversation
Comedian and crime author Benjamin Stevenson in conversation about his latest work, Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone.
The Readings PodcastWarren Ward in Conversation
Warren Ward in conversation with Lee Kofman about Ward's recent book, Lovers of Philosophy. Lovers of Philosophy explores the love lives of seven philosophers…
The Readings PodcastE. Lockhart in Conversation
Young adult author E. Lockhart in conversation with fellow author Lynette Noni. Together they discuss the craft of storytelling and Lockhart's latest novel…
The Readings PodcastTom Tilley in Conversation
Tom Tilley in conversation with John Safran about Tilley's recently published memoir, Speaking in Tongues.