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Same Beginning, Same End: The Entwined Lives of Adams and Jefferson
Discover the untold story of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Jim Rasenberger reveals their bitter rivalry and the miracle of their shared July 4th deaths.Episode Links:"A Perfect Coincidence" by Jim…
How Nature Tells Time without a Clock
Can you tell time without a clock? Join author Cathy Haynes as she reveals the fascinating art of telling time with nature using birds, flowers, and stars.Episode Resources:"The Fullness of Time" by…
The 1909 Race Henry Ford Cheated to Win - Eric Moskowitz on "The Hardest, Longest Race"
Discover the wild true story of the 1909 transcontinental auto race! Author Eric Moskowitz reveals how Henry Ford cheated to win The Hardest, Longest Race.Episode Resources:"The Hardest, Longest…
The true story of America's first dance battle ft. April F. Masten
Discover the hidden origins of modern dance contests. Dr. April F. Masten reveals how 19th-century challenge dancing united cultures through Diamond and Juba.Episode Resources:“Diamond and Juba” by…
The Secret Math System That Broke Casinos ft. Kit Chellel
Discover how rebel advantage gamblers used early wearable computers to legally beat the casino for billions. Kit Chellel shares Lucky Devils' secrets.Episode Resources:"Lucky Devils" by Kit…
The Secret Math System That Broke Casinos ft. Kit Chellel
Discover how rebel advantage gamblers used early wearable computers to legally beat the casino for billions. Kit Chellel shares Lucky Devils' secrets.Episode Resources:"Lucky Devils" by Kit…
The 2,000-Year History of Mac and Cheese
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America's Secret WWII Coastal War with Sara Vladic
Uncover the hidden WWII history of 600 ships sunk off the U.S. coast. In this episode, Sara Vladic discusses The Dangerous Shore and civilians who fought back.Episode Resources:"The Dangerous Shore"…
How Did She Write 40+ Bestselling Mysteries?
Discover how Scotland's winters fuel creativity. Mystery author Val McDermid joins the Books and Looks podcast to discuss her new non-fiction book, Winter.Episode Resources:Official Page for Val…
Separating Sense from Nonsense: The Science of Health Trends with Dr. Joe Schwarcz | #143
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The Strength of Water: An Asian American Coming of Age Memoir with Karin K. Jensen | #142
Discover The Strength of Water memoir, a powerful story of Chinese reverse immigration. Learn how one woman survived moving from 1920s Detroit to a rural Chinese village.Episode Resources:Get your…
Doctors' Riot of 1788: Body Snatching, Bloodletting, and Anatomy in America with Andy McPhee | #141
Discover the Doctor's Riot of 1788 and the grim history of body snatching. Learn about 18th-century anatomy riots and the shocking modern-day black market for body parts.Episode Resources:Get your…
John Candy: A Life in Comedy by Paul Myers (Interview) #140
Explore the new John Candy biography with author Paul Myers. Discover powerful stories of the beloved comedian's true character, integrity, and unforgettable kindness.Episode Resources:Get your copy…
Mysteries of the National Parks by Mike Bezemek | #139
Explore the Mysteries of the National Parks with author Mike Bezemek. Discover forgotten stories of the first UFO sighting, lost explorers, and other unsolved national park mysteries.Episode…
Christmas Book Recommendations 2025 | #138
Tired of seeing the same titles on every "Best Of" list? In this third annual special episode, host Blaine DeSantis cuts through the noise to deliver his personal baker's dozen of the absolute best…
Isabella d'Este: The First Woman of the Renaissance with author Sarah Dunant | #137
Was the Italian Renaissance only for men? While history remembers the names of Michelangelo, Leonardo, and the Medici, one woman’s story of power, art, and ambition rivals them all. In this episode,…
Backpack, Jacket, Surfboard: Hitchhiking Across America with Graham Broyd | #136
In 1980, a 20-year-old Graham Broyd turned a prestigious six-week scholarship to Washington, D.C. into the adventure of a lifetime. He traded his ticket for a flight to Los Angeles with a dream of…
Mary Grand Unlocks A Halloween Murder on a Haunted Island | #135
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Before the Pink Ribbon, talking about breast cancer was taboo. In this episode, we uncover the shocking and inspiring history of breast cancer awareness and the three women who defied a dismissive…
Cindy Fazzi on Crafting the Domingo the Bounty Hunter Series | #133
It took 30 years, multiple rewrites, and a publisher going out of business, but author Cindy Fazzi's groundbreaking story is finally here. In this episode, we sit down with Cindy for an in-depth…
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Books & Looks has published 154 episodes since December 2022, covering topics in Arts, Books.
Books & Looks is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 46m.
