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Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast

Authors from around the world discuss their book with host Jim Foster. "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" aired for over two decades on radio stations in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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19:12

Schaffer: Misdemeanor Man: A Novel

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/07/14

In "Misdemeanor Man: A Novel," Author Dylan Schaffer writes a novel about a public defender who chases corruption around his city's most prominent citizens. This discussion with the author took place on a 2004 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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18:43

Kanfer: Somebody: The Reckless Life and Remarkable...

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/07/07

In "Somebody: The Reckless Life and Remarkable Career of Marlon Brando," the late Author Stefan Kanfer provided the first complete examination of Marlon Brando, from his iconic career to who he was in life. This discussion with the author took place on a 2008 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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21:45

Fiala: Letters from a Distant Shore

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/06/30

In "Letters from a Distant Shore," Author Marie Lawson Fiala writes a memoir about a tragedy involving her 13-year old son, and how her family was uplifted by the trauma in the end. This discussion with the author took place on a 2010 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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19:09

Collins: Lost Souls

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/06/23

In "Lost Souls," Author Michael Collins presents a thoughtful examination of American life, exploring the imminent failure we experience economically and psychologically. This discussion with the author took place on a 2004 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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22:28

Hawley: The Good Father

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/06/16

In "The Good Father," Author Noah Hawley writes about a doctor's journey to find out if a son from his first marriage could really have assassinated a candidate for president. The book explores the larger themes of being a parent and the capacity to give unconditional love to children under extreme circumstances. This discussion with the author took place on a 2012 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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19:08

Balliett: Chasing Vermeer

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/06/09

In "Chasing Vermeer," Author Blue Balliett writes a children's book that follows characters Petra and Calder as they try to find out what happened to a Vermeer painting that mysteriously disappeared. This discussion with the author took place on a 2004 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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26:25

Thomas: What Comes Next and How to Like It: A Memoir

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/06/02

In "What Comes Next and How to Like It: A Memoir," Author Abigail Thomas writes an impactful memoir about aging and the changes it brings us, and how unbreakable connections with the people we love shape our lives. This discussion with the author took place on a 2016 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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22:27

McConnon: Road to Valor: A True Story of WWII Italy,...

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/05/26

In "Road to Valor: A True Story of WWII Italy, the Nazis, and the Cyclist Who Inspired a Nation," Co Author Aili McConnon documents the journey of cyclist Gino Bartali, who made the greatest comeback in Tour de France history and participated in dangerous activities during World War Two in Italy. This discussion with the co author took place on a 2012 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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19:24

Carroll: Crusade: Chronicles of an Unjust War

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/05/19

In "Crusade: Chronicles of an Unjust War," Author and former Boston Globe columnist James Carroll presents a collection of his columns as a collective critique on the "war on terror" that defined the presidency of George W. Bush. This discussion with the author took place on a 2004 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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19:21

Gordon: Dorothea Lange: A Life Beyond Limits

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/05/12

In "Dorothea Lange: A Life Beyond Limits," Author and American historian Linda Gordon documents the life of Dorothea Lange, one of the twentieth century's greatest photographers. This discussion with the author took place on a 2009 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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12:38

Mankoff: The Complete Cartoons of the New Yorker

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/05/05

In "The Complete Cartoons of the New Yorker," Editor Robert Mankoff presents a collection of cartoons that appeared in The New Yorker across many eras, from the Depression to the Internet. This discussion with the editor took place on a 2004 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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18:39

Sachar: Small Steps (Holes Series)

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/04/28

In "Small Steps," Author Louis Sachar writes a young adult novel following the main character, Armpit, who is the process of turning his life around when a friend gets him involved in a get-rich-quick scheme. The novel focuses around issues including race, celebrity, and the connections that can shape a person's life. This discussion with the author took place on a 2006 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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18:47

Armstrong: The Bible: A Biography (Books That Changed...

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/04/21

In "The Bible: A Biography (Books That Changed the World)," Author and Historian Karen Armstrong traces the origins of The Bible, how it transformed over generations, and how it eventually became accepted as Christianity's most important document. This discussion with the author took place on a 2008 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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18:51

Ali: In the Kitchen

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/04/14

In "In the Kitchen," Author Monica Ali writes a novel about an executive chef who oversees an eclectic kitchen staff, giving an inside look at how a big hotel kitchen works. This discussion with the author took place on a 2009 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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22:03

Huckelbridge: Bourbon: A History of the American Spirit

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/04/07

In "Bourbon: A History of the American Spirit," Author Dane Huckelbridge writes a biography of Bourbon whiskey that also weaves in the history of America. This discussion with the author took place on a 2014 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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18:41

Veitch: Without a Backward Glance

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/03/31

In "Without a Backward Glance," Author Kate Veitch writes a novel about children who were suddenly abandoned by their mother, and how they dealt with it throughout their lives. This discussion with the author took place on a 2008 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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24:39

Greenberg: Hotel Secrets from the Travel Detective:...

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/03/24

In "Hotel Secrets from the Travel Detective: Insider Tips on Getting the Best Value, Service, and Security in Accomodations from Bed-and-Breakfasts to Five-Star Resorts," Author and Travel Editor Peter Greenberg shares tips on finding a good place to stay while traveling, from motels to luxury resorts and bed-and-breakfasts, including tips on how to tell if your room is clean and guarding against theft. This discussion with the author took place on a 2005 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with

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18:57

Delaney: Tipperary: A Novel of Ireland

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/03/17

In "Tipperary: A Novel of Ireland," the late Author Frank Delaney brings Irish history to life through the eyes of his main character Charles O'Brien during the period of the late 1800s and 1900s, where O'Brien returns to Ireland to preserve the Tipperary estate meeting notable figures along the way such as Charles Parnell and George Bernard Shaw. This discussion with the author took place on a 2008 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco,

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22:35

Dunn: The Art of Adapting

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/03/10

In "The Art of Adapting," Author Cassandra Dunn writes a novel focusing on the life of a newly single woman and mother of two teenage children, and how her brother with Asperger's syndrome helps her cope with change and appreciate the small moments in life. This discussion with the author took place on a 2014 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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21:52

Abbott: American Rose: A Nation Laid Bare: The Life...

Jim Foster: Conversations On The Coast ·

2019/03/03

In "American Rose: A Nation Laid Bare: The Life and Times of Gypsy Rose Lee," Author & Historian Karen Abbott tells the story of Gypsy Rose Lee, how she helped America through the Great Depression and embodied the American Dream. This discussion with the author took place on a 2011 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" originating in San Francisco, California.

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