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Village Well Podcast

Village Well Books and Coffee

The Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our imagination. New episodes every Wednesday.

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00:37:37

Craft a Life You Love with Amy Tangerine

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2025/11/30

On this episode, Judith sits down with Amy Tangerine to talk about her book Craft a Life You Love. It’s a “permission slip to be creative” and encourages readers to tap into artistic expression without all the judgement. You can check out more of Amy’s work at the links below:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amytangerine/?hl=enYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/amytangerineWebsitehttps://www.amytangerine.com/Amy’s RecommendationsDie With Zero by Bill

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00:46:16

Kathy Eldon and Her Noisy Spirits Have a Lot to Say

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2025/10/30

This week on the pod, Jen sits down with author, advocate, and producer Kathy Eldon to chat about her new book Boundless. They had a great conversation, touching on justice, creativity, and healing from grief. We hope you enjoy!Check out Creative Visions:https://www.creativevisions.org/Kathy’s Recommendations:Real Magic by Dead Radinhttps://villagewell.com/item/rgHmVQkJfJ5x-Tv7qbHSVwA New Earth by Eckhart Tollehttps://villagewell.com/item/Jbk-o9rCuFfi-iAqY5ZewgLiving in the Light by Shakti

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00:35:39

BOOK CLUB: Katabasis by R. F. Kuang

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2025/10/17

In this episode, Tom Rubio, facilitator of the SciFi/Fantasy book club at Village Well, hosts a conversation with two of the club's regulars to discuss last month's pick, Katabasis by R. F. Kuang. Click here to grab a copy:https://villagewell.com/item/MEgaIBq6_d8cx8Dg3TPwTwThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our imagination. New episodes every

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00:40:39

Sarah Langan Talks Trad Wives and Horror

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2025/10/02

This week on the pod, Colin Hinckley (our very own author of ⁠The Black Lord⁠) sat down with author Sarah Langan to talk about her recent book ⁠Pam Kowolski is a Monster!⁠, her upcoming work Trad Wives, and the joys and terrors of the horror genre. Check out Sarah’s Instagram and give her a follow!Sarah’s recommendations:Rejection by Tony TulathimutteFlesh by David SzalayHorror Movie by Paul TremblayHeadlights by CJ LeedeThe Haunting of Hill House by Shirley JacksonThe Village Well Podcast is

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00:33:16

BOOK CLUB: The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/09/04

On this episode, Tom sits down with members of the SciFi/Fantasy book club to discuss The Murderbot Diaries. They had a great conversation and saved all the spoilers till the end (don’t worry there’s a warning).If you’d like to grab a copy check out the link below:https://villagewell.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1yOIlKI7t1ZFQThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our

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00:24:26

BOOK BIZ: Hidden Gems with Andrea Tetrick

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2025/08/20

This week, Jen sat down with Andrea Tetrick from Publishers Group West and Two Rivers to talk about exciting releases for 2025. We hope you enjoy!Andrea's Picks:Culpability by Bruce HolsingerMona's Eyes by Thomas SchlesserHeart the Lover by Lily KingThe Enduring Wild by Josh JacksonRocks and Riches by Gary L ProstBritannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia edited by Christopher LloydAndrea's Personal Faves:The Sea, The Sea by Iris MurdochMother’s Milk by Edward St. AubynThey by Kay DickThe

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00:40:58

David Meyer: Poetry is Just Prose with Goofy Spacing

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2025/08/07

This week on the pod, Jen and Brett sat down with writer, producer, and newly published author David Meyer. They chatted about his new book Five Minutes From a Meltdown, and got to the heart of poetry, or something like that.David's Recommendations:- You Don't Have to Have a Dream by Tim Minchin- How to Be Perfect by Michael Schur- Egghead by Bo BurnhamThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview

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00:43:40

BOOK CLUB: You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrigue

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2025/07/23

This episode, Tobi sat down with two of our Book Club attendees to chat about last month’s pick: You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrigue. It’s a wild, surreal book about the historically-inspired first encounter between Cortez and Moctezuma. We hope you enjoy!If you’d like to purchase a copy of the book, check out the link below:https://shop.villagewell.com/item/wCIDqQu6pg-qiKBk_SDvkwThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA

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00:34:28

Why We Need Drag Story Hour with Lil Miss Hot Mess

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2025/07/13

This episode, Jen and Shira sat down with the wonderful Lil Miss Hot Mess, drag queen and professor at the University of Arizona. We recorded during Pride month, and had a great conversation about Drag Story Hour, Drag culture more broadly, and queer and trans rights. We hope you enjoy!Lil Miss Hot Mess's Recommendations:- Tabitha and Magoo Dress Up Too⁠ by Michelle Tea- The Queen Bees of Tybee County⁠ by Kyle Casey Chu-Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson⁠ by TourmalineThe Village Well

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00:45:22

Women’s Stories from the Gulf States with Prof Mo...

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/06/26

This week on the pod, Jen and Brett sat down with Professor Mo Ogrodnik from NYU. They talked about Mo's new book Gulf, featuring stories from women in the Gulf States. They also covered the impact of international education, shifting geopolitics in the region, and Brett's experience as one of Mo's students.Mo's Recommendations:Secondhand Time by Svetlana AlexievichWe Do Not Part by Han KangThe Autobiography of My Mother by Jamaica KincaidThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by

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00:43:52

Angourie Rice and Kate Rice on Mother-Daughter...

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2025/06/12

On this very special Mother’s Day episode, Jen and her daughter Allie sat down with Angourie and Kate Rice to talk about their new book Stuck Up and Stupid, a contemporary YA adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. They talked about their work collaborating together, their relationship with each other, and their love for Jane Austin. We hope you enjoy!The Rices’ Recommendations:- The Art Thief by Michael Finkel- My Friends by Fredrik Backman- You Belong With Me by Mhairi McFarlaneThe Village Well Podcast

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00:53:03

Reading Without Judgment with Anneliese Judge

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2025/05/29

This week on the pod, Anneliese Judge stopped by to chat with Brett and Neema! She talked about her love of reading, her experience as an actor on Sweet Magnolias, and her inspiration for starting a book club (Who to Judge). We hope you enjoy!Anneliese’s Recommendations:- The Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors- Daughter of Daring by Mallory O'Meara- Tell Me How You Really Feel by Betty CayouetteThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City,

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00:40:29

How the Supreme Court Became Lawless with Leah Litman

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/05/15

This week on the pod, Josh and Sam sat down with Professor Leah Litman to talk about her new book Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes. Leah is a professor of Law at the University of Michigan and co-host of the legal podcast Strict Scrutiny. She has a gift for breaking down complicated legal decisions into straightforward summaries, and she sprinkles in a healthy dose of pop culture along the way. We hope you enjoy!Grab your copy of Lawless

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00:24:39

BOOK BIZ: Chronicle Books with Dave Ehrlich

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/05/07

On this episode of the Village Well Podcast, we sat down with Dave Ehrlich, a Sales Rep from the book publisher Chronicle Books. We talked about the publishing world and exciting new releases for 2025.Dave's Picks for 2025:100 Afternoon Sweets by Sarah KiefferOne Week in January by Carson EllisTaste In Music by Luke Pyenson and Alex BleekerPalace Costume by Mimi HaddonThey Hold the Line by Dan Paley and Molly MendozaA Fearless Eye by Barbara Ramos, Sally Stein, and Steven HellerThe Village Well

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00:49:54

The Third Rule of Time Travel with Philip Fracassi

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/05/01

On this special live episode of the Village Well Podcast, Colin Hinckley sits down with author Philip Fracassi to talk Sci-Fi, Horror, and time travel in his new book The Third Rule of Time Travel. This was a fun one!The Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers about books that capture our imagination. New episodes every Wednesday. If you'd like to get in touch, you can email us at

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00:33:54

Piece by Piece: The Healing Power of Mosaic Art

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/04/24

This week we sat down with Sophie and Andrea from Piece by Piece - a nonprofit that teaches those experiencing homelessness how to make mosaic art. We talk about the organization's founding, how its grown over time, and the healing power of art. If you'd like to learn more, head to piecebypiece.orgSophie and Andrea's Recommendations:- The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle- Art is the Highest Form of Hope by PhaidonThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books &

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00:50:08

Talking Love and Limerance with Poet Kim Dower

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/04/16

In this week's episode, we had a lovely chat with local LA Poet Kim Dower. We talked about her new book What She Wants, her experience as an artist and as a businesswoman, and the way the literary world has changed over the decades.Kim's Recommendations:- Exit Opera by Kim Addonizio- Revolutionary Letters by Diane di Prima- Lunch Poems by Frank O'HaraThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview

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00:30:17

BOOK CLUB: The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/04/09

Welcome to the Village Well Podcast. This week, we're recapping our SciFi/Fantasy Book Club's discussion of The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett. Special thanks to our lovely Village Well customers Roshni and Joe for joining us! If you'd like to join any of our Book Clubs, check out our events page on villagewell.com. You can also head there to order the titles discussed each episode.The Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown

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00:44:32

Positive Masculinity with American Ninja Warrior Host...

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/04/02

This week on the Village Well Podcast we sat down with American Ninja Warrior host and former NFL player Akbar Gbajabiamila! We talked about his book Everyone Can Be a Ninja which covers family, faith, and positive masculinity. Enjoy!Akbar's Recommendations:- Will by Will Smith- A Promised Land by Barack Obama- Born a Crime by Trevor NoahThe Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each episode, we interview authors and readers

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00:33:12

Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler [Book Club]

Village Well Podcast ·

2025/03/26

Welcome to the Village Well Podcast. This week, we're recapping our Book Club's discussion of Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. Special thanks to our lovely Village Well customers Omari and Andy for joining us! If you'd like to join any of our Book Clubs, check out our events page on villagewell.com. You can also head there to order the titles discussed each episode.The Village Well Podcast is brought to you by Village Well Books & Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in downtown Culver City, CA. Each

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