Episodes 101
Avg. Duration 33m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 4.6 (57)
Since Dec 2015
Latest Episode Jan 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
18%
Hosting
www.spreaker.com

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About This Podcast

James Lileks is back at his accustomed place on one of the chrome stools in front of the boomerang pattern Formica counter in the diner on Old Highway 23, about thirteen and a half minutes from wherever you happen to be at the moment.

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James Lileks' The Diner has published 101 episodes since December 2015, covering topics in Society & Culture.

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James Lileks' The Diner is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 33m.

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