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Chatter on Books

This weekly podcast will be hosted by Torie Clarke with co-hosts David Aldridge, Jeanne McManus and Michael Kornheiser. Each week, they"ll have entertaining interviews with authors, plus lively discussions about what they are reading, what they love and what they hate! This show will be many things, but boring won"t be one of them!

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52:07

Ann Leary – “The Foundling”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/09/13

“Like an otter....” David, Torie and Jamie talk back-to-school, but David’s drop off of the first born went well. They talk Dolly, of course, and Claude has a great spinoff idea for the goddess. Best selling author Ann Leary Zooms in to share “The Foundling”. Its back story is as fascinating as the book itself, a fast-paced story of friendships, loyalty and the all-too real institutions that embraced eugenics as a widely accepted practice in the 1920s.

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47:14

Jackie Higgins – “Sentient”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/08/09

Torie, David and Jamie kick off Chatter’s last show until after Labor Day. DiCaprio, Reeves and Scorsese team up to bring COB fave Erik Larson’s book “Devil in the White City to Hulu. David wins the pop quiz on early female authors. They finally get to Alec Wilkinson’s “A Divine Language” -- revisiting academic failure makes Torie break out in hives. Zoologist, filmmaker and brilliant writer Jackie Higgins Zooms in from the UK to discuss her wonderful “Sentient: What Animals Reveal About Our

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01:02:29

Zain Asher – “Where the Children Take Us”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/08/02

“A love story.“ Chatter kicks off August with David, Torie and Chatter’s favorite Mayor, Jud Ashman. They talk about Barack Obama’s summer reading list – it includes three COB books. David breaks down Spike Lee’s decision to make a docuseries of COB author Chris Herring’s book “Blood in the Garden,” and Jud pitches local author Anthony Marra. CNN star Zain Asher zooms in to talk about “Where the Children Take Us,” the remarkable tribute to her mother who overcame tragedy and seemingly insurmountable

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59:12

Alex Kershaw – “Against All Odds”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/07/26

“Serving other people.” Marc Sterne joins David and Torie as Chatter rolls through a very hot July. Marc debriefs the upcoming Citi Open. Torie predicts another best seller for Michelle Obama, and everyone talks self-help. Best selling author Alex Kershaw zooms in with “Against All Odds,” his gripping account of four of the most decorated soldiers of World War II. A master of detail and the battle narrative, Kershaw knows why soldiers fight and what’s important.

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01:04:08

Shane Ryan: “The Cup They Couldn’t Lose – America,...

Chatter on Books ·

2022/07/19

Temperatures soar as David, Torie and COB fave Michael Croley tackle the disturbing news of best-selling author Delia Owens. Best selling author Shane Ryan zooms in to share “The Cup They Couldn’t Lose.” Ostensibly about the historic Ryder Cup, Shane’s book is an eye opener on the psychology of golf, team building and international competition. He takes “inside the ropes” to new levels.

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41:29

Zain Asher: “Where the Children Take Us”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/07/12

“Resked.” David’s on the road, and featured author Zain Asher is under the weather, so Jamie McIntyre and Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman join Torie for a mid-summer chat. They gush about COB fave Deesha Philyaw and debate the so-called best sellers of all time. Jud debriefs the epic Gaithersburg Book Festival, and they discuss – happily -- the growth in independent book stores. Zain will be back in August to talk about her memoir, “Where the Children Take Us,” that is tribute to a love story, a

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57:03

Vauhini Vara “The Immortal King Rao”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/06/28

“Hat trick.” Chatter goes all books with David, Torie and Jamie. They answer listener emails and agree they would generally not read anything by or about Harvey Weinstein. Debut novelist Vauhini Vara zooms in to share “The Immortal King Rao.” It’s really three novels in one, expertly intertwined to tell the stories of an immigrant’s rise to world power and the consequences of his inventions.

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48:14

John Branch “Sidecountry: Tales of Death and Life...

Chatter on Books ·

2022/06/14

Favorite sister Liz Clarke joins Torie and David for a breakdown on the French Open (Rafael and Coco rock!) and more. Pulitzer Prize winner John Branch zooms in to share “Sidecountry,” his amazing collection of essays about the unique and funny and sometimes tragic stories on the edge of sports. COB fave Susan Orlean says John writes “the best of American portraiture.” Yep.

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53:12

Louis Bayard “Jackie and Me”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/06/07

“It’s about choices.” Chatter rolls into summer. David kicks things off with a report on the NBA and Torie’s future trophy husband. NYT star Joe Drape joins (who knew he wrote “In the Hornets’ Nest?) for a Belmont preview and chat about “Black Maestro,” his wonderful book about the last Black jockey to win the Kentucky Derby. COB fave Louis Bayard zooms in to share “Jackie and Me,” his fascinating take on Jack and Jackie Kennedy’s courtship through the eyes of Lem Billings, lifelong JFK friend.

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33:08

Brendan Slocumb: “The Violin Conspiracy”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/05/24

“Thank you.” A very special edition of Chatter kicks off at the Gaithersburg Book Festival in blistering heat and wonderful book fans. Torie and David have a great chat with Brendan Slocumb, classically trained and internationally acclaimed violinist. He also weaves a great mystery tale of ambition and resilience in “The Violin Conspiracy.”

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58:32

Susan Straight “Mecca”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/05/17

“Put on earth to write.” Torie kicks off the show with David and Washington Post book critic Ron Charles. Ron debriefs on the rise in book banning efforts and people fighting back. Award winning author of eight novels Susan Straight zooms in to talk about her latest, “Mecca.” A sweeping saga of intertwined lives, race, history and family, “Mecca” sets a high bar for anything about California and American culture.

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53:42

Jack Carr “In the Blood”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/05/11

“Vengeance and forgiveness.” Torie kicks off the show with Mayor Jud Ashman. Jud gives the back story on the Gaithersburg Book Festival and how he got into public service. Former Navy seal and multiple best selling author (and very forgiving) Jack Carr zooms in to talk about his latest, “In the Blood.” Over 20 years in Naval Special Warfare inform Carr’s fast paced and highly believable novel about tracking down a Mossad agent’s killer and walking into a highly sophisticated trap with global

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59:08

Lan Samantha Chang – “The Family Chao”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/05/03

“Riveting.” Torie kicks off the show with David and COB fave Angie Kim with – yes – another Dolly update. Angie shares her next book, and Angie and Torie score kid points by grilling David on the NFL. Lan Samantha Chang, award-winning author and first female director of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop zooms in to talk about “The Family Chao.” It’s an unforgettable look at an immigrant family tackling emotions, rivalries and ambition in small-town America.

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01:00:52

Erik Larson - “The Splendid and the Vile”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/04/26

“Inspiring” Torie, David and COB alum Marc Sterne kick off the show with Dolly. David wins the “Classics redone by YA” pop quiz. Once an aspiring cartoonist and now a best selling author several times over, Erik Larson zooms in to talk about “The Splendid and the Vile,” his spell-binding take on Churchill and the battle to save Britain. Meticulous research and immensely readable writing bring readers into Churchill’s most inner circle during the darkest days. Comparisons to Zelensky are

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43:01

Roll with the Punches

Chatter on Books ·

2022/04/19

“Glory” author NoViolet Bulawayo can’t make it at the last minute, but David, Torie and Jamie roll with the punches. They share fond memories of Washington icon Wendy Rieger. Torie raves about Jane Beirn of HarperCollins, the best in publishing. Best selling author Louis Bayard zooms in to talk about his upcoming book “Jackie and Me,” and the PEN/Faulkner Awards on May 2. Today’s pop quiz is famous quotes from Pulitzer Prize winning books. David wins!

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47:16

Jenny Tinghui Zhang – “Four Treasures of the Sky”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/04/11

“Haunting.” David, Torie and COB alum Erica Wright break down the sports weekend (because we’re about more than books) and Erica’s life as a writer with a toddler in tow. They debrief “celebrities that write fiction.” Carrie Fisher and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar a yes; the Kardashian sisters a hard no. Jenny Tinghui Zhang, poet, essayist and now novelist, zooms in to share “Four Treasures of the Sky.” A Chinese immigrant seeks identity in the 1880s American west, reinventing herself in the face of racism

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57:20

Dan Pink – “The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward...

Chatter on Books ·

2022/04/05

“Transformational." Azaleas bloom and regrets flow on COB. The incomparable Steve Sands joins to talk the Masters, Tiger and golf books. COB’s favorite mayor Jud Ashman is on board to talk about the May 21 Gaithersburg Book Festival, sponsored happily by Chatter on Books. Best selling author Dan Pink zooms in with his latest, “The Power of Regret.” Building on massive research, Dan convincingly demonstrates the power and positivity of regrets. In a time when we need more reflection, Dan’s clear and

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50:39

Gary Tanguay "The Arm and the Fall”

Chatter on Books ·

2022/03/22

“I need helicopters, gunfights and sex!” A nice email kicks things off on Chatter with David, Jamie and Torie. Sales of “The Bell Jar” are up! Sports journalist and actor Gary Tanguay zooms in to talk about “The Arm and the Fall.” A quarter back commits suicide – or was he murdered? An unlikely duo of an aging sportscaster and rockstar detective deals with mobsters, egocentric owners, religious zealots, cheating spouses and more.

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01:01:05

Chris Herring – Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant...

Chatter on Books ·

2022/03/15

“Iconic.“ David, Torie and Chuck Culpepper roll into March Madness with chats about Beatrix Potter, Jack Kerouac and teachers getting fired for no good reason. Sports journalist Chris Herring zooms in to break down Blood in the Garden, his meticulously researched and compellingly told take on the 1990s New York Knicks. Casual and fervent NBA fans alike will love the details and stories that make it hard to put the book down. Who knew there were runner up rings in national championships?

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55:12

Lee Kravetz – The Last Confessions of Sylvia P.

Chatter on Books ·

2022/03/08

“Genius and tragedy.” Chatter rolls with David, Torie and Jamie. They break down new “Seuss-inspired” books. David addresses Ukraine’s impact on athletes; Jamie gives the geopolitical take. Gutsy author Lee Kravetz joins to talk about his novel, The Last Confessions of Sylvia P. A background in psychology and journalism makes Lee uniquely qualified to tackle the brilliance and tragedy of Sylvia Plath. Inspired by real events, The Last Confessions weaves great writing, history and mystery to imagine

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