Nancy's Bookshelf

Nancy's Bookshelf

Nancy Wiegman, Matt Fidler

Episodes 20
Avg. Duration 53m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since Jan 2026
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
99%
Hosting
www.mynspr.org

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About This Podcast

Each week host Nancy Wiegman talks to local, regional and national writers about their latest projects. Nancy's Bookshelf airs on NSPR Fridays at 10 a.m.

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Recent Episodes

Nancy's Bookshelf: A dose of psychotherapy and satre

Jun 10, 2026 53m

Two Chico authors— psychotherapist Natalie Stromberg and satirist Robyn Alana Engel.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Two Chico authors thrive with new work

Jun 04, 2026 53m

Two Chico authors recently released books tackling different topics, from a sci-fi thriller to loss and grief.

Nancy's Bookshelf: In the line of fire

May 28, 2026 53m

Katie Simmons is a wildfire recovery professional working in local government in Butte County. She oversees long-term recovery for the 2018 Camp Fire and other California fires.

Nancy's Bookshelf: A difficult start to a new beginning

May 20, 2026 53m

Only two months after moving to Chico, lecturer and author Linda Crill was diagnosed with cancer. Her experiences led her to write a book, Cancer InsideOut.

Nancy's Bookshelf: America’s involvement in the Vietnam War

May 13, 2026 53m

Former California reporter Jack Cheevers has written a book that will change your understanding of America’s involvement in the Vietnam War.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Two worlds one with pets and one with a narcotics detective

May 06, 2026 53m

NPR Weekend Edition host Scott Simon has authored a new book reflecting on his life through his various pets. Additionally, former Green Beret Jim Hasse released a short story collection based on his…

Nancy's Bookshelf: A reunion turns murder mystery

Apr 29, 2026 53m

Local author Phil Knudson has written a murder mystery about the chaos that erupts when two old friends reunite after a decade apart.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Two writers formerly at Chico State

Apr 22, 2026 53m

A rebroadcast of a 2008 interview with President Paul Zingg, who died April 9, 2026, and retired faculty member Steve Metzger.

Best of Nancy's Bookshelf: A show about kindness

Apr 15, 2026 53m

Jeremy Enger talks about a hit television show and Teresa Matthews discusses her reference guide for navigating the various aspects of living with cancer.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Inside the French food world

Apr 09, 2026 53m

Luke Barr, the grandnephew of acclaimed food writer M.F.K. Fisher, has released his new book, The Secret History of French Cooking.

Best of Nancy's Bookshelf: Clashing cultures and a divided nation

Apr 01, 2026 53m

In "Nations Apart," journalist Woodard argues that America's deep political divisions stem from historically rooted regional cultures.

Best of Nancy's Bookshelf: From Chico State to Cheers with Rick Beren

Mar 25, 2026 53m

Rick Berens, while a student at Chico State, was arrested and subsequently incarcerated for five months after selling 0.25 grams of cocaine. His book details his time in both the Butte County Jail…

Nancy's Bookshelf: Chico writers tackle mystery and poetry

Mar 18, 2026 53m

Two Chico writers who each had prior professions before becoming writers. Mike Paull, a former dentist, writes mysteries, and Les Hait, a former lawyer, writes poetry.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Farming in Norway

Mar 11, 2026 53m

A young California girl, Liese Greensfelder, found herself accidentally taking care of animals on a very old farm in Norway.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Switching roles into fiction writing

Mar 04, 2026 53m

Two guests who have had other careers before they became fiction writers.

Nancy's Bookshelf: A closer look at AI

Feb 25, 2026 53m

Author Harry Steven Ackley‘s novel offers a fresh perspective on AI.

Best of Nancy's Bookshelf: Rebel in Paradise

Feb 19, 2026 53m

Jamie Johnston's early life included growing up a rebel in a contract with the Beatles' record producer alongside her songwriting partner. She eventually relocated to Paradise.

Nancy's Bookshelf: Life in the sky with a retired US Navy Captain

Feb 11, 2026 53m

Chico author and retired US Navy Captain Gary Carter writes stories of his life as a pilot on aircraft carriers, then as a pilot for Delta Airlines

Nancy's Bookshelf: A new life in London

Feb 05, 2026 53m

Retired professor Rebecca Knuth spent two years in London studying creative writing and tour guiding.

Best of Nancy's Bookshelf: Four seasons in Antarctica

Jan 29, 2026 53m

Chico-based author and artist Michelle Ott shares insights from her four seasons in Antarctica through her captivating words and illustrations.

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How many episodes does Nancy's Bookshelf have?

Nancy's Bookshelf has published 20 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Arts, Books.

Is Nancy's Bookshelf still active?

Nancy's Bookshelf is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 53m.

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