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The Inside Flap

Dave Medicus, Laura Medicus, Andrew Dowd

A weekly literary podcast with author interviews, book recommendations, audiobook of the week, and entertaining anecdotes from the hosts.

arts literature

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88:57

Ep. 192 Gettin’ Spicy With Samantha Vérant

The Inside Flap ·

2022/12/07

Today we’re joined by Samantha Vérant for a fun chat about her new novel The Spice Master at Bistro Exotique, being a foodie, her love of quirky characters, her green bean eating cat, spice dealers, and why her husband doesn’t like her taking pictures of him. Plus Dave marches in a parade as a waterboy, … Continue reading Ep. 192 Gettin’ Spicy With Samantha Vérant

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84:41

Ep. 191 Writing Well With Others With Kimberly Belle

The Inside Flap ·

2022/12/02

A fun chat with Kimberly Belle all about her new novel The Personal Assistant, the necessary evil of social media, hate follows, copycat posters, writing well with others, and how she plants Easter Eggs in her books. Plus – Dave gets a surprise while teaching Sylvia how to drive, Laura can’t do it alone, and … Continue reading Ep. 191 Writing Well With Others With Kimberly Belle

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75:47

Ep. 190 All Writers Are Nerds With Jeffery Deaver

The Inside Flap ·

2022/11/22

We’re joined again by Jeffery Deaver for a fun chat all about his new novel Hunting Time, taking Math for Writers in college, speeding, his ill-fated attempt at rock climbing to better understand Colter Shaw, and how all writers are basically nerds. Plus- Dave blows stuff up in front of his students, Laura is feeling … Continue reading Ep. 190 All Writers Are Nerds With Jeffery Deaver

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42:30

Scottish Plays & Starsky & Hutch With Elly Griffiths

The Inside Flap ·

2022/11/18

We’re joined by Elly Griffiths for a fun chat all about her new mystery Bleeding Heart Yard, nicknames, the fragility of memory, Minnesotan librarians, the Scottish play, the layers of London, and how Starsky & Hutch begat her writing career. Plus – Dave learns why you don’t leave your phone on speaker. HOW TO SUPPORT … Continue reading Scottish Plays & Starsky & Hutch With Elly Griffiths

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87:36

Ep. 189 What The Hell Is A Twiglet With Anthony Horowitz

The Inside Flap ·

2022/11/16

We’re joined by the hilarious Anthony Horowitz for a fun chat about his new book The Twist of a Knife, the mystery of Twiglets, meta acknowledgements, his love of books (and skulls) on shelves, his favorite musical of all time, and how he used to make his kids reposition his books on bookstore shelves to … Continue reading Ep. 189 What The Hell Is A Twiglet With Anthony Horowitz

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75:12

Ep. 188 Leaving The Tea Bag In With Louise Kennedy

The Inside Flap ·

2022/11/12

We’re joined by Louise Kennedy for a fun chat about her novel Trespasses, being inspired to write by a medical diagnosis, the urge to always finish reading a book, shed writing, and always leaving the tea bag in. Plus – a strange man crashes Dave’s play during a performance, Laura is clumsy, and Andrew gives … Continue reading Ep. 188 Leaving The Tea Bag In With Louise Kennedy

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86:07

Ep. 187 Mountain Lions & Coyotes & Robert Crais Oh My!

The Inside Flap ·

2022/11/03

We have a fun chat with Robert Crais all about his new Elvis Cole and Joe Pike novel Racing the Light, his love of cooking, hiking the LA canyons, the best time to drive in Los Angeles, coyotes, and what his go to taco is. Plus – Dave has no time for smack talk, Laura … Continue reading Ep. 187 Mountain Lions & Coyotes & Robert Crais Oh My!

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46:38

Cutting Weight With John Vercher

The Inside Flap ·

2022/10/20

Today we have a fun chat with John Vercher about his new novel After the Lights Go Out, his experiences as an MMA fighter, his author photo, cutting weight, writing in sprints, and what his walkout song was. Plus – Dave is screamed at by a cyclist in a hallway. HOW TO SUPPORT THE … Continue reading Cutting Weight With John Vercher

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73:56

Ep. 187 Bloodletting & White Noise With Mimi Matthews

The Inside Flap ·

2022/10/12

We have a fun chat with Mimi Matthews all about her new novel The Belle of Belgrave Square, Victorian women, penny dreadfuls, bloodletting, and white noise on headphones. Plus – Dave’s dentist costs him and we have a lot of rodent talk. We also recommend: The Killing Hills by Chris Offutt, Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline … Continue reading Ep. 187 Bloodletting & White Noise With Mimi Matthews

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83:47

Ep. 186 Werewolves, Rage & Hot Dogs With Rachel Harrison

The Inside Flap ·

2022/10/05

We’re joined by Rachel Harrison for a fun chat all about her new novel Such Sharp Teeth, the lack of lady werewolves, rage rooms, and 7-11 hot dogs. Plus: Dave’s class is disrupted by the one chip challenge, Laura finds a dead mouse, and Andrew eats steak. We also recommend: Hostage by Clare Mackintosh, Glimmer … Continue reading Ep. 186 Werewolves, Rage & Hot Dogs With Rachel Harrison

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73:56

Ep. 185 Snacks, Massages and Murder With Richard Osman

The Inside Flap ·

2022/09/28

We have a fun chat with Richard Osman all about his new mystery The Bullet That Missed, why he doesn’t like to do author readings, how to get away with murder, Andre Agassi’s autobiography, movie snacks, and the unrelaxing facts about massages. Plus – we recap a big marching band weekend. We also recommend: Now … Continue reading Ep. 185 Snacks, Massages and Murder With Richard Osman

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Ep. 184 What’s The Deal With Bay Leaves With Bobby...

The Inside Flap ·

2022/09/21

We’re joined by Bobby Finger for a fun chat about his debut novel The Old Place, Texas towns, new tats, old beans, “see me” teachers, and the puzzling existence of bay leaves. Plus – Dave shares a harrowing story from his school involving a police led evacuation. We also recommend: The Good Sister by Gillian … Continue reading Ep. 184 What’s The Deal With Bay Leaves With Bobby Finger

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Ep. 183 Rubbernecking America With A.M. Homes

The Inside Flap ·

2022/09/14

A.M. Homes joins us for a fun chat about her new novel The Unfolding, secret fast food menu items, how reality has eclipsed fiction, election day orange cruller donuts, regional candies, and the reason why she doesn’t keep a private notebook. Plus – Dave does shtick for back to school night, Laura equates parents to … Continue reading Ep. 183 Rubbernecking America With A.M. Homes

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71:52

Ep. 182 Pacing Like A Madman With A.G. Riddle

The Inside Flap ·

2022/09/06

We’re joined by A.G. Riddle for a fun chat all about his new book Lost in Time, his battle against his disorganized nature, his use of old technology, cliffhangers, and his habit of madcap dictation whilst pacing. Plus – Dave embarrasses himself in front of his boss, Laura learns about “phrogging,” and Andrew believes all … Continue reading Ep. 182 Pacing Like A Madman With A.G. Riddle

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42:00

How To Win The Nobel Prize With Abdulrazak Gurnah

The Inside Flap ·

2022/08/31

We’re joined by Nobel Prize Winner Abdulrazak Gurnah for a fun conversation about his new novel Afterlives, the one question he’s tired of answering, the forgotten colonizations of Africa, and the incident that led to him being caned in school. Plus – Dave’s dentist says the wrong thing at the wrong time. HOW TO … Continue reading How To Win The Nobel Prize With Abdulrazak Gurnah

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39:27

Typing Like Tom Hanks With Ali Hazelwood

The Inside Flap ·

2022/08/29

We have a fun chat with Ali Hazelwood all about her new novel Love on the Brain, cackling while writing, the future of brain exploration, playing badminton poorly, and typing like Tom Hanks. Plus – Dave puts his foot in his mouth in front of his students. Again. HOW TO SUPPORT THE SHOW! For … Continue reading Typing Like Tom Hanks With Ali Hazelwood

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Ep. 181 Golden Girls & Witches With Bianca Marais

The Inside Flap ·

2022/08/25

We are joined for a fun chat with Bianca Marais all about her new book The Witches of Moonshyne Manor, finding inspiration from The Golden Girls, ageism, podcasting, and the simplistic importance of “bum in chair.” Plus – Dave is dazed and confused returning to work after summer, Laura squirts water in band kids’ faces, … Continue reading Ep. 181 Golden Girls & Witches With Bianca Marais

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83:12

Ep. 180 How To Write For Dorothy Parker With Gill Paul

The Inside Flap ·

2022/08/18

A fun chat with Gill Paul all about her new book The Manhattan Girls, the Algonquin Round Table, the challenge of writing for Dorothy Parker, how to create a narrative arc from facts, and mobsters. Plus – Dave has a yogurt related incident while driving, Laura has issues with doors, and Andrew’s tripping over animatronic … Continue reading Ep. 180 How To Write For Dorothy Parker With Gill Paul

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53:03

Fighting The Urge To Curse With Dwyer Murphy

The Inside Flap ·

2022/08/13

We chat with Dwyer Murphy all about his novel An Honest Living, running in New York City, auction house coffee, and his tremendous urge to curse. Plus – we share some cruddy retail stories. HOW TO SUPPORT THE SHOW! For all your shopping needs use our IndieBound link or click on the banner below. … Continue reading Fighting The Urge To Curse With Dwyer Murphy

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80:12

Ep. 179 The Heat Is On With Meg Gardiner

The Inside Flap ·

2022/08/09

A fun chat with Meg Gardiner all about her new book Heat 2, what it was like working with Michael Mann, her background as a mime, and why she makes her husband act out scenes from her books. Plus – Dave visits Andrew’s mountain home and is taken aback by some lifestyle choices, Laura has … Continue reading Ep. 179 The Heat Is On With Meg Gardiner

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