Adriana Trigiani's You Are What You Read
Adriana Trigiani, a bestselling author and filmmaker, hosts this podcast where she engages in deep, surprising, and humorous conversations with prominent cultural figures about the books that have shaped their lives. Each episode explores the literary influences that built the souls of her guests, offering intimate insights into their personal and professional journeys.
Episodes
Dr. Jill Biden: View from the East Wing
On this week's episode of You Are What You Read, we are proud to welcome former First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden. Dr. Biden is the New York Times bestselling author of Where the Light Enters and her children’s books Don’t Forget, God Bless Our Troops, Joey: The Story of Joe Biden, and Willow the White House Cat. She served as Second Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017. As Fi
Lisa Jewell: It Could Have Been Her
Lisa Jewell is back with another thriller to enjoy this summer! It Could Have Been Her might just be her best yet. You know Lisa’s #1 New York Times bestsellers: Don’t Let Him In, None of This Is True, The Family Upstairs, and Then She Was Gone. Lisa’s novels have sold more than fifteen million copies internationally, and her work has also been translated into over thirty languages.
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On Broadway with Rick Elice
To celebrate the 79th Tony Awards tomorrow, we are joined by the great Broadway writer, producer and actor, Rick Elice. You know Rick’s work: Jersey Boys, The Addams Family, Peter and the Starcatcher, The Cher Show, Water for Elephants and Smash, among many others. This is a conversation about the theater, the creative life and why they matter.
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Bruce Feiler: A Time to Gather
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are thrilled to welcome Bruce Feiler! Bruce is the author of seven New York Times bestsellers, including Life Is in the Transitions, The Secrets of Happy Families, and Walking the Bible. His three TED Talks have been viewed more than five million times, and he teaches the TED Course “How to Master Life Transitions.” Bruce joins us today with his
Isaac Fitzgerald: American Rambler
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are so excited to welcome Isaac Fitzgerald with his new memoir, American Rambler: Walking the Trail of Johnny Appleseed. Isaac is the New York Times bestselling author of Dirtbag, Massachusetts and the children’s book How to Be a Pirate. He has also co-authored the books Pen & Ink: Tattoos and the Stories Behind Them and Knives & Ink: Chefs and t
Kathryn Stockett: The Calamity Club
Kathryn Stockett is back! The New York Times bestselling author of The Help returns with a new novel, The Calamity Club, which hits bookshelves today. Kathryn’s first novel The Help, has sold over 15 million copies worldwide, was translated into 35 languages and adapted into the major motion picture starring Octavia Spencer, Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Jessica Chastain and more. The Calamity Club is
LIVE with La Lucci: A conversation with Susan Lucci
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are thrilled to bring you our LIVE conversation with the great Susan Lucci at the Adelphi University Writers & Readers Festival. Susan Lucci is the most famous face in daytime television history and held audiences spellbound for over forty years as the iconic Erica Kane on ABC’s award-winning daytime drama All My Children. In May of 1999, on her
Emma Straub on Books and Boy Bands
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Emma Straub with her new novel, American Fantasy. Emma is the New York Times-bestselling author of This Time Tomorrow, All Adults Here, The Vacationers, Modern Lovers, Laura Lamont’s Life in Pictures, and the short story collection Other People We Married. She is also the author of a picture book, Very Good Hats. Her books have been
Holy Week with Sister Helen Prejean
This Holy Week on You Are What You Read, we are thrilled to welcome bestselling author, lecturer and community organizer, Sister Helen Prejean. You know Sister Helen’s books: Dead Man Walking (which was adapted into the Academy Award-winning film), The Death of Innocents, and River of Fire: My Spiritual Journey. The graphic edition of Dead Man Walking was recently released with stunning illustrati
Table 4 at the River Cafe with Ruthie Rogers
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Ruthie Rogers with her all-new book, Table 4 at The River Cafe: Conversations about Food and Life.
Ruthie Rogers is the co-founder of The River Cafe in London and an award-winning chef. She is also the host of the podcast Ruthie’s Table 4 and the author of thirteen cookbooks, including The River Cafe Cookbook, River Cafe 30, and T
Annabelle Gurwitch: The End of My Life is Killing Me
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Annabelle Gurwitch with her latest book, "The End of My Life is Killing Me: The Unexpected Joys of a Cancer Slacker". Annabelle is an actress and author, and known most notably for her stint co-hosting "Dinner and a Movie" on TBS and for her years as a regular commentator on NPR. In "The End of My Life is Killing Me", Annabelle upen
Joan Crawford and Hollywood: A conversation with Film Historian Scott Eyman
In honor of tomorrow's 98th Academy Awards show, we are joined by film historian and acclaimed New York Times bestselling biographer Scott Eyman on this episode of You Are What You Read. In this conversation, we take a look back on Hollywood history through the lens of Joan Crawford, Scott's latest subject in his new biography, "Joan Crawford: A Woman’s Face". Scott is the author of eighteen books
The Life of a Showgirl: A conversation about Allison Pataki's IT GIRL
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by New York Times bestselling author, Allison Pataki, with her new novel, IT GIRL. Allison's books include The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post and Finding Margaret Fuller. IT GIRL follows the rise of Evelyn Talbot, America's first self-made female celebrity and model, amidst “the Crime of the Century”.
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Rebecca Serle on Magic and Motherhood
Rebecca Serle’s new novel, ONCE AND AGAIN, hits shelves next week. You know Rebecca’s work, the New York Times best sellers: Expiration Dates, One Italian Summer, In Five Years, The Dinner List, and her young adult novels The Edge of Falling and When You Were Mine. In ONCE AND AGAIN, the women of the Novak family are each born with a gift: they can, just once, turn back time. This novel fits perfe
Tayari Jones: Kin, Oprah's Book Club Pick
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Tayari Jones and her new novel, the Oprah's Book Club selection, Kin. Tayari is the author of five novels, including An American Marriage, which was an Oprah’s Book Club selection and also appeared on Barack Obama’s summer reading list and his year-end roundup. An American Marriage won the Women’s Prize for Fiction, the Aspen Words
Happy Birthday, Toni Morrison: A Look into the Iconic Writer's Editorship with Dr. Dana A. Williams
February is Black History Month, and here with us today on You Are What You Read is Professor of African American literature and Dean of the Graduate School at Howard University, Dr. Dana A. Williams. Dr. Williams joins us for a conversation about her book,Toni at Random: The Iconic Writer's Legendary Editorship, a biography about the great Toni Morrison and the lesser-known details of her work as
Presidents' Day with Chris Matthews
This Presidents' Day on You Are What You Read, we are joined by former presidential speechwriter, political commentator, talk show host, and New York Times bestselling author, Chris Matthews. Chris is the author of Bobby Kennedy: A Raging Spirit, Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero, Kennedy & Nixon: The Rivalry that Shaped Postwar America, and Hardball: How Politics Is Played, Told by One Who Knows the Gam
Father James Martin: Work in Progress
On this week's episode of You Are What You Read, Father James Martin joins us with his new memoir, Work in Progress: Confessions of a busboy, dishwasher, caddy, usher, factory worker, bank teller, corporate tool, and priest. Father Jim is a Jesuit priest, editor at large of America magazine, consultor to the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication, and host of The Spiritual Life podcast. His books i
Eat Your Ice Cream! A conversation with Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel joins us this week on You Are What You Read with his new book, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life. In this practical and entertaining guide to healthy living, Dr. Emanuel reveals that many of the tools for a long and meaningful life are already within reach. Dr. Emanuel is a vice provost and professor at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a bioe
We Do Not Care! A conversation with Melani Sanders
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by social media sensation and New York Times bestselling author, Melani Sanders. Melani’s latest book The Official We Do Not Care Club Handbook is a “Hot-Mess Guide for Women in Perimenopause, Menopause, and Beyond Who Are Over It”! Melani is a digital creator and founder of the “We Do Not Care Movement”. Her viral “We Do Not Care” ree
Laura Dave is back with another best seller
Laura Dave continues Hannah Hall’s pulse-pounding journey in the riveting and deeply moving sequel to the #1 New York Times bestselling blockbuster and Apple TV+ show, The Last Thing He Told Me. On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, Laura joins us for a conversation about The First Time I Saw Him—an instant best seller and thrill to read.
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"The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is #1 on the New York Times best seller list this week, and you will discover why in this episode of You Are What You Read. The book is about a retired law clerk named Sybil, who reflects on her life through letters. She writes to family, friends, and even authors, revealing her regrets, joys, and a painful past she must confront to find forgiveness. Virginia ta
"The Rest of Our Lives" by Ben Markovitz
2026 reading has started off strong. This week on You Are What You Read, we are thrilled to host Ben Markovitz with his novel, THE REST OF OUR LIVES, which has been one of the biggest novels this January. THE REST OF OUR LIVES was a finalist for the Booker Prize, a Barnes & Noble Book Club Pick, a Late Show Book Club Pick, and a national best seller. Ben Markovits is the author of eleven novels, i
A thrill! Brad Meltzer talks about THE VIPER
On this week's episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by the Emmy-nominated and #1 New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer with his latest, The Viper. You know Brad’s work: his thrillers, his nonfiction, and his children’s books, the Ordinary People Change the World series. This is a conversation about Brad's books, his process, and his connection with his beloved readers.
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The Best Fiction coming in 2026: Skylark by Paula McLain
On today’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by the great Paula McLain. Paula is the New York Times bestselling author of six novels, including The Paris Wife, Circling the Sun, and Love and Ruin, as well as two collections of poetry and a memoir. This winter, we are looking forward to Paula’s return to Paris in her forthcoming novel, Skylark.
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In memory of Michele and Rob Reiner
On this episode of You Are What You Read, we are remembering the great Rob Reiner and his beautiful wife, Michele Singer Reiner. We had the honor of hosting Mr. Reiner on You Are What You Read in October with his memoir, A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap, which he co-wrote with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer and David Kamp.
Rob is a two-time Emmy–wi
LIVE from the Frank Sinatra Luncheon at Patsy's Italian Restaurant
On this special episode of You Are What You Read, we are LIVE from the annual Frank Sinatra Birthday Party at his very favorite restaurant, Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in New York City. In this episode, we bring you right to the table filled with fabulous guests and fans of Mr. Sinatra. Frank’s granddaughter, AJ Lambert, his great-granddaughter, Miranda, and David Lawrence, the son of Steve Lawrenc
In memory of Sophie Kinsella
Today we are bringing you an interview with Madeleine Wickham, also known as the international bestselling author Sophie Kinsella. As you may have read, Sophie lost her battle with glioblastoma. Sophie was a dear friend and beloved by readers around the world. Sophie’s Shopaholic series was a global phenomenon… 50 million readers (and counting) read about the worlds that Sophie created. Sophie was
The Best Books of 2025 with Jake Morrissey
We have had a spectacular year on You Are What You Read with some of the greatest writers in the world! Thank you all for joining us every week, for your comments and reviews, and for joining us on the road. We have loved meeting you and hearing your thoughts. This holiday season, we are highlighting some of your favorite guests from 2025. Here to join us, is our dear friend Jake Morrissey. Jake i
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo: "My Grandma & Grandpa Rock!"
This week’s episode of You Are What You Read is all about Rock & Roll. Today, we are joined by Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo with their adorable new children’s picture book.. My Grandma and Grandpa Rock! You know Pat and Neil’s hits, “We Belong,” “Invincible,” “Love Is A Battlefield,” “Promises In The Dark,” “We Live For Love,” “Heartbreaker” and “Hell Is For Children.” Together, Pat and Neil have c
Max Tucci: Thanksgiving at Delmonico's
The holiday season is upon us, and here to kick things off on You Are What You Read is world-renowned restaurateur, author and culinary ambassador, Max Tucci. Max is the third generation partner of Delmonico’s Restaurant New York, which he led in reopening. He is also the owner of TUCCI New York, one of the city’s hottest new Italian restaurants with Max’s signature flair, cuisine and down home gl
Hamnet: A conversation with author Maggie O'Farrell
In 2021, we hosted bestselling author Maggie O’Farrell for a Facebook Live conversation about her hit novel, Hamnet. Since we last spoke to Maggie, Hamnet has taken the world by storm, and next week, Maggie’s story will be a major motion picture starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley, and directed by Chloe Zhao. Hamnet is the fictional tale of William Shakespeare, though he is never named. Maggie
VE Schwab: Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Victoria “V. E.” Schwab, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books, including the acclaimed Shades universe, the Villains series, the City of Ghosts series, Gallant, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue and The Fragile Threads of Power. Her latest, Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soul, is a genre-defying novel a
Jen Hatmaker: Awake
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read we are joined by Jen Hatmaker with her instant New York Times best seller, AWAKE. This memoir is a brutally honest, funny, and revealing memoir about the traumatic end of her twenty-six-year-long marriage, and the beginning of a different kind of love story. You can tune in to Jen’s award-winning podcast For the Love every week.
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Kenny Chesney: Heart Life Music
On this very special episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by one of American music’s biggest names, Kenny Chesney, with his all-new memoir, Heart Life Music. Kenny Chesney enters the Country Music Hall of Fame this year. Selling out stadiums for two decades, he’s sold 105 million albums and holds BILLBOARD’s record for Most Country No. 1 hits. Kenny co-wrote Heart Life Music with Holly
You Can Make This! A conversation with Angela Kinsey and Joshua Snyder
The holidays are upon us, and we could not wait to bring Angela Kinsey and Joshua Snyder on You Are What You Read for a conversation about their brand new cookbook, You Can Make This. You know Angela for her award-winning role as Angela Martin on all nine seasons of The Office. Angela is also the New York Times bestselling author of The Office BFFs, which she co-wrote with Jenna Fisher. Together,
A New Take on Crime Fiction: In conversation with Tim Sullivan
On today’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by acclaimed screenwriter, director and author, Tim Sullivan. Tim’s screen credits include A Handful of Dust, starring Kristen Scott Thomas, Where Angels Fear to Tread, starring Helen Mirren and Helena Bonham Carter, Jack and Sarah (which he also directed) starring Richard E Grant, Judi Dench and Ian McKellen and Letters to Juliet, with Am
Rob Reiner: "A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap"
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by the great Rob Reiner with his new memoir, A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap, which he co-wrote with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer with David Kamp. Rob is a two-time Emmy–winning actor for his role in All in the Family. He is also the acclaimed director of This Is Spinal Tap, Stand B
Mitch Albom and his first romantic novel, TWICE
On this episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by our good friend Mitch Albom with his brand new novel, TWICE. Mitch is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Tuesdays with Morrie. His books of fiction and nonfiction have sold forty-two million copies in forty-eight languages worldwide. Mitch is founder of the nonprofit SAY Detroit, supporting Detroit community members with healthcar
Talking Appalachian with Poet and Author Silas House
On this episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by poet and author Silas House who has not one but two books out this September that you don’t want to miss: a new novel, Dead Man Blues, and a book of poetry, All These Ghosts. Silas was the recipient of the Duggins Prize, the largest award for an LGBTQ writer in the nation. He was inducted as the Poet Laureate of Kentucky for 2023–2025 and
The Best of McConaughey
Welcome to Season Three of You Are What You Read, a podcast with the luminaries of our time about the books that built their souls. This season, we have an incredible lineup of special guests you don’t want to miss. We are kicking off Season Three with a fan favorite who is touring the country now, the great Matthew McConaughey. Matthew joined us for a few conversations about his bestselling book
In the kitchen with Jacques Pepin
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are in the kitchen with one of the world’s most celebrated chefs, Jacques Pepin. You know Jacques as the award-winning cooking show host, master chef, food columnist, cooking teacher, and author of nineteen cookbooks. In this conversation, we talked about one of our favorite cookbooks by Jacques, Art of the Chicken. Jacques’ latest cookbook, The
The Love Story of James Baldwin: A conversation with Nicholas Boggs
On today’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by biographer Nicholas Boggs to talk about literary icon James Baldwin. Nick is the author of Baldwin: A Love Story, a deep dive into Baldwin’s personal relationships and their influence on his life and work. Nick’s biography was named a “A Most Anticipated Book” by The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Boston
Johnny Carson: A Look at the iconic figure through the lens of Bill Zehme and Mike Thomas
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are traveling back in time to 1962 when the one-and-only Johnny Carson redefined late-night television as host of The Tonight Show. Traveling with us, is Mike Thomas with the best selling biography he co-wrote with Bill Zehme, Carson the Magnificent. In 2002, Bill Zehme landed one of the most coveted assignments for a magazine writer: an intervie
Jeffrey Eugenides: Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Middlesex and The Virgin Suicides
.On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Jeffrey Eugenides. Jeffrey is the bestselling novelist, short story writer and Pulitzer Prize-winner known for The Virgin Suicides, Middlesex and The Marriage Plot. Jeffrey was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters in 2018 and to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2013. He has taught at Princeton and now ser
Fannie Flagg, Something to Look Forward To
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by a one-of-a-kind actress, author, comedian, and the ultimate dramatist, Fannie Flagg, with her latest offering, Something to Look Forward To. You know Fannie’s work, the New York Times best sellers: Daisy Fay and the Miracle Man and Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe. Fannie’s script for the movie Fried Green Tomatoes was
Wally Lamb: The River is Waiting
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Wally Lamb and his latest, bestselling novel, The River is Waiting. You know Wally’s work as the esteemed Oprah’s Book Club selections: I’ll Take You There, We Are Water, Wishin’ and Hopin’, The Hour I First Believed, I Know This Much Is True, and She’s Come Undone. Wally also edited Couldn’t Keep It to Myself and I’ll Fly Away, two
The Readers! Audience Questions from "The View from Lake Como" Tour
The best part of a book tour is seeing all of you. You showed up in 24 sold out cities to celebrate The View from Lake Como, and we had a ball! Your reviews for The View from Lake Como have meant the world, and your questions are illuminating. On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by… you! This week is dedicated to the thousands of you who joined us at events and shared yo
LIVE with Christina Geist at The Westport Library: A Discussion on "The View from Lake Como"
It has been a joy to see you all this summer with The View from Lake Como. We are having a ball and can’t wait to see more of you on the road this week! We had a sold out crowd at The Westport Library in Connecticut, and we were thrilled to be joined by moderator Christina Geist for a conversation about The View from Lake Como. Christina Geist is author of three bestselling children’s books: Buddy
LIVE from Cleveland, OH with Ron Block: A Discussion on "The View from Lake Como"
The Lake Como tour is in full swing! Thank you all for your support of The View from Lake Como- a New York Times, USA Today and Regional best seller across the country. We could not have done this without you! It has been a joy to see you on the road. We hope you loved our Lake Como Shows with Mike Trigiani and the Predictables., and we hope you have enjoyed our in-conversation events- one of whic
And Just Like That... Mario Cantone!
At long last, Mario Cantone is in the house! You know Mario for his iconic role as Anthony Marentino in Sex and the City and And Just Like That. A film and television aficionado, Mario is a recurring guest on Turner Classic Movies (TCM). He’s also a beloved stand-up comedian, known for his impressions of Liza Minnelli, Judy Garland, Bruce Springsteen, Jim Morrison, and Bette Davis. You can see Mar
Lisa Scottoline: Our Italian Sister
THE VIEW FROM LAKE COMO book tour is in full swing! We have loved seeing you at tour stops across the country and look forward to seeing more of you on the road. Tickets for upcoming events are on adrianatrigiani.com- don’t miss us! Today on the podcast, we are joined by #1 New York Times bestselling author, Lisa Scottoline, with her brand new novel, THE UNRAVELING OF JULY. Lisa is kicks off her b
Susie Essman joins us in Lake Como!
The View from Lake Como, Adriana's newest novel, is out today! To celebrate, we are joined by a You Are What You Read fan-favorite, Susie Essman. You know Susie in her iconic, hilarious role as Susie Greene in Curb Your Enthusiasm alongside her longtime co-star Larry David. She’s a stand-up comedian, actress, writer, television producer, and a very dear friend. Susie joins us today for a conversat
Christie Brinkley: Uptown Girl
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by an All-American icon: supermodel, actress and artist, Christie Brinkley, with her new memoir, UPTOWN GIRL. In 1974, a twenty-year-old Christie Brinkley was “discovered” outside a Paris phone booth, which set off an extraordinary 50-year modeling career. Christie has been photographed on six continents, in more than thirty countries
Sally Quinn: Silent Retreat
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read we are joined by Sally Quinn and her latest novel The Silent Retreat. Sally is a longtime Washington Post journalist, columnist, television commentator, Washington insider, one of the capital’s legendary social hostesses, and founder of the religious website On Faith from The Washington Post. She writes for various publications and is the author of T
The Power of Style with David Kibbe
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by “beauty & style expert” David Kibbe with his latest book, David Kibbe's Power of Style: A Guided Journey to Help You Discover Your Authentic Style. David is the creator of the IMAGE IDENTITY system. Clients from all over the globe travel to New York to undergo this head-to-toe transformation process. In this conversation, David talk
Keith McNally: The Restaurateur Who Invented Downtown
Hello, dear listeners. On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by “The Restaurateur Who Invented Downtown”, Keith McNally. Keith is the founder of some of New York’s most iconic restaurants…Balthazar, Balthazar Bakery, Pastis, Minetta Tavern, Pravda, Schiller’s Liquor Bar, Morandi, Cherche Midi, Lucky Strike, Nell’s, Cafe Luxembourg, and the Odeon. Keith joins us today with
Peter Wolf, Waiting on the Moon: A conversation about rock 'n' roll and the great artists of our time
Peter Wolf is bringing rock ‘n’ roll to You Are What You Read this week with his all-new memoir, Waiting on the Moon: Artists, Poets, Drifters, Grifters, and Goddesses. Peter Wolf is best known as the lead vocalist of The J. Geils Band. In 1970 the band was signed by Jerry Wexler for Atlantic Records where they went on to release nine influential albums and earned a reputation as one of rock’s mos
Molly Jong-Fast, "How to Lose Your Mother"
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Molly Jong-Fast. Molly is a contributing writer at Vanity Fair, a political analyst at MSNBC News, and host of the podcast “Fast Politics.” Her new book, How to Lose Your Mother: A Daughter's Memoir, hit shelves this week. Molly is the only child of the famous Erica Jong, whose sensational book Fear of Flying launched her into secon
Michael Patrick King on "And Just Like That", "Sex And The City" and mor
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Michael Patrick King., award-winning writer, director and executive producer of HBO’s SEX AND THE CITY and the franchise follow-up series, AND JUST LIKE THAT, which is in its third season and available to stream on HBO MAX now. This is a conversation about Michael's rise in Hollywood, from his start in the New York City theater circ
Jodi Picoult and Fiona Davis LIVE at the PEN America World Voices Festival
We were thrilled to record a live episode of You Are What You Read at PEN America’s World Voices Festival with bestselling authors Jodi Picoult and Fiona Davis. This was a conversation about women in literature… in both books and in publishing. Jodi talks about her latest novel, By Any Other Name, a story about two women, centuries apart—one of whom is the real author of Shakespeare’s plays—who ar
Bob Gaudio of The Four Seasons
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by quintessential music maker and founding member of The Four Seasons, Bob Gaudio. Bob’s career in music started at a young age. At the age of 15, he co-wrote his first hit, "Who Wears Short Shorts," for a group he started, The Royal Teens. His song, "Sherry," in the early '60s, launched The Four Seasons’ incredible string of hits. At
The untold stories of Audrey Hepburn: A conversation with historian Tom Santopietro
On today’s episode of You Are What You Read we are doing a deep dive into the life of Audrey Hepburn with Hollywood historian Tom Santopietro. In his work, Tom has studied the greats. His titles include The Sound of Music Story, The Importance of Being Barbra, Sinatra in Hollywood, The Godfather Effect, Why To Kill A Mockingbird Matters, the New York Times Editor’s Choice Considering Doris Day, Th
Susan Morrison on the Life of Lorne Michaels
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Susan Morrison, author of the all-new biography, LORNE: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live. Susan Morrison is the articles editor of The New Yorker, former editor in chief of the New York Observer, and an original editor of SPY magazine. In her latest work, she studies Lorne Michaels and his fifty-year helm as creator and prod
LIVE with Sarah Jessica Parker and her mother, Barbara Forste
Just in time for Mother’s Day, we are celebrating two, very special mothers this week…educator, mother (of 8), grandmother (of 13) and dear friend, Barbara Forste, and her daughter, award-winning actress, producer and publisher, Sarah Jessica Parker. Barbara Forste is a lifelong supporter of the arts and of literacy and education. She worked in market research for Procter & Gamble, as a second gra
Italian Snacking with Anna Francese Gass and Rachael Ray
You’re in our kitchen! On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by two cookbook authors, television personalities, and beloved chefs, Rachael Ray and Anna Francese Gass. You know and love Rachael Ray from her Emmy-award winning daytime talk show, Rachael Ray, for 17 seasons, from her incredibly popular Food Network series 30 Minute Meals, and also from Rachael Ray’s Italian D
Book to screen with Nikki Toscano, co-creator of Long Bright River
Earlier this week on You Are What You Read, we had a conversation with Liz Moore, author of GOD OF THE WOODS and LONG BRIGHT RIVER, which is now a television series starring Amanda Seyfried. Liz Moore adapted the novel with writer/producer/director Nikki Toscano, who joins us on the podcast today. Nikki has brought us unique and thrilling television in her career: Paramount+’s THE OFFER, Amazon’s
Liz Moore on God of the Woods
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Liz Moore. Liz is the author of the latest thriller sweeping the globe, God of the Woods. God of the Woods was voted Book of the Month Club’s Book of the Year and has received praise from The New York Times, People Magazine, NPR, and TIME Magazine to name a few. Liz is also the author of the bestselling novel, Long Bright River, a G
Holy Saturday with Father James Martin
On this Holy Saturday edition of You Are What You Read, we are bringing back a conversation fitting for this time of year. Father James Martin is a Jesuit priest, writer, author and editor-at-large of America magazine who joined us recently for a conversation about eternal life. We were so moved, and so were all of you, by Father James’ wisdom and counsel about living with more empathy, curiosity
On the Open Road with E.A. Hanks
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by Elizabeth Hanks, also known as E.A. Hanks, with her memoir, The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road. The daughter of Tom Hanks, Elizabeth writes a beautiful, deeply felt memoir about her family and her late mother, Susan Dillingham. Elizabeth recounts her solo, cross-country journey across the American southwest on a mission to
Paul Rudnick: A Love Letter to New York
On this episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by author, playwright and screenwriter Paul Rudnick. Paul is the author of seven books, including Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style and most recently, What is Wrong With You? His plays have been produced on and off Broadway and include Jeffrey, I Hate Hamlet, Regrets Only, and The New Century. His writing has appeared in The New Yorke
Bonnie Garmus on Lessons in Chemistry
On this week's episode of You Are What You Read, author of the blockbuster Lessons in Chemistry, Bonnie Garmus, joins us for a conversation about the book, which is available in a newly-designed paperback edition today. Lessons in Chemistry took the world by storm when it hit bookshelves in 2022. A #1 Global Bestseller with more than 8 million copies sold, the book received great acclaim from the
Graydon Carter and the Golden Era of Magazines
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, world-renowned journalist Graydon Carter joins us for a conversation about his memoir, When the Going Was Good, which hits shelves today. Graydon is the founder of Air Mail. Before this, he was a staff writer for both Time and Life. He cocreated Spy, edited The New York Observer, and for twenty-five years was the award-winning editor of Vanity Fair.
Bernice McFadden on her first-ever memoir, First Born Girls
On this episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by bestselling author and dear friend Bernice McFadden. Bernice is an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing at Tulane University and the author of the critically acclaimed novels Sugar, Gathering of Waters, The Book of Harlan, and Praise Song for the Butterflies. Today, she joins us with her first-ever memoir, Firstborn Girls.
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Henry Alford: I Dream of Joni
This week’s guest on You Are What You Read is Henry Alford, a humorist and journalist who has written for The New Yorker for more than two decades. A former columnist for The New York Times and a contributing editor to Vanity Fair, he is the author of seven books, including And Then We Danced, How to Live, and Big Kiss, an account of his attempts to become a working actor, which won a Thurber Priz
Publishing great books and writing one: A conversation with John Sargent
On this episode of You Are What You Read, we are diving into a conversation about publishing with someone at the top of the game, the former publisher and CEO of Macmillan, John Sargent. Before he was a leader in the world of books, John was raised on a ranch in Wyoming. He worked at three different publishers before going to Simon and Schuster to run the children’s book division at the age of twe
LIVE with Leigh Bardugo
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, #1 New York Times bestselling author joins us for a LIVE conversation about her new novel, The Familiar, a historical romantasy set during the Spanish Inquisition. Leigh is also the author of Ninth House and the creator of the Grishaverse (now a Netflix original series) which spans the Shadow and Bone trilogy, the Six of Crows duology, the King of S
The Pattersons are in the house! Conversations with Susan and James Patterson
Hello dear listeners! Over the years, we have had the opportunity to speak with some of the most influential authors of our time…one of them being James Patterson. James Patterson has written more than 200 novels, including the Alex Cross series, the Women’s Murder Club, the Maximum Ride series and more. He has co authored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton. James is also cra
In Gad We Trust: A conversation with Josh Gad
On this week’s episode of You Are What You Read, award-winning actor, singer and comedian, Josh Gad, joins us for a conversation about his memoir, In Gad We Trust. You know Josh as the voice of Olaf in the Frozen franchise. He also starred as Elder Arnold Cunningham in the Broadway musical, The Book of Mormon, and LeFou in the live-action adaptation of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. This is a conv
Dion DiMucci: The Rock and Roll Philosopher
Rock and roll icon Dion DiMucci joins us for this week's episode of You Are What You Read. Dion was the lead singer of Dion and the Belmonts and a prominent solo artist with signature hits, “Runaround Sue”, “The Wanderer”, “Ruby Baby”, and “Lovers Who Wander”. In 1989, he was inducted by our good friend Stevie Van Zandt into the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame with The Rolling Stones and is one of only
