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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.

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All Episodes

75:53

How To Tend Bar For Andy Cohen With Elizabeth Day

The Inside Flap ·

2026/02/25

A fun chat with Elizabeth Day all about her new book One of Us, her favorite reality TV shows (all of them), her interesting journaling technique, and the greatness that is The Cheesecake Factory. Plus – Dave witnesses shocking behavior in the men’s bathroom at the gym, Laura questions her chosen profession, and Andrew strays … Continue reading How To Tend Bar For Andy Cohen With Elizabeth Day

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82:18

How To Live Inside A Book With Kate Quinn

The Inside Flap ·

2026/02/20

A fun chat with Kate Quinn all about her new book The Astral Library, living inside of books, dream libraries, and dragons. Plus – Dave & Laura have an interesting lunch with friends, and Andrew almost passes out while teaching. We also recommend: All Involved by Ryan Gattis, It’s Not Her by Mary Kubica, and … Continue reading How To Live Inside A Book With Kate Quinn

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79:25

Ep. 320 Chopping Wood With Will Dean

The Inside Flap ·

2026/02/19

A fun chat with Will Dean all about his new book Adrift, the importance of first lines, chopping wood for exercise, and his unique writing process. Plus- Dave finally has someone comment on his work email icon after 10 years, Laura has to quit listening to self help podcasts because they were NOT HELPING, and … Continue reading Ep. 320 Chopping Wood With Will Dean

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72:00

Ep. 319 How To Write Off A Vacation With James Rollins

The Inside Flap ·

2026/02/14

We’re joined by James Rollins for a fun chat about his new book Trust No One, the importance of routines, witches, talking to strangers, and writing off vacations. Plus- Dave’s co-worker infiltrates a rehearsal, Laura complains about Dave’s hiking, and Andrew’s student demands a grade of 100%. We also recommend: Box Full of Darkness by … Continue reading Ep. 319 How To Write Off A Vacation With James Rollins

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77:49

Ep. 318 Culture Shock and Freaky Freeways With...

The Inside Flap ·

2026/02/05

A fun chat with Saundra Mitchell all about her new book This Side of Gone, culture shock, and scary highways. Plus – Dave’s not showering and his classroom smells, Laura is looking at points north, and Andrew takes a trip to the ER. We also recommend: The Cut by Chris Brookmyre, The Unselected Journals of … Continue reading Ep. 318 Culture Shock and Freaky Freeways With Saundra Mitchell

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86:46

Ep. 317 Marilyn Monroe’s Favorite Photographer With...

The Inside Flap ·

2026/02/01

We’re joined by Lynn Cullen for a fun chat all about her book When We Were Brilliant, the allure of Marilyn Monroe, her photographer Eve Arnold, and her intriguing relationship with Joe DiMaggio. Plus – Dave has a panini adventure, Laura hits the gym with a friend, and Andrew’s students find out about his snoring … Continue reading Ep. 317 Marilyn Monroe’s Favorite Photographer With Lynn Cullen

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83:13

Ep. 316 Tuesdays With Jenna Blum

The Inside Flap ·

2026/01/16

A fun chat with Jenna Blum all about her new book Murder Your Darlings, Tuesdays, stalkers, and what it’s really like being a writer. Plus – Dave records Andrew’s snoring, Laura is puzzled by a machine at the gym, and Andrew’s students go crazy with paper airplanes. We also recommend: Angel Down by Daniel Kraus, … Continue reading Ep. 316 Tuesdays With Jenna Blum

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76:11

Ep. 315 Wendy Walker Is On Thin Ice & We Share Our...

The Inside Flap ·

2026/01/14

A fun chat with Wendy Walker all about her new book Blade, her experience as a competitive figure skater, fear training, and pushy skate parents. Plus – Dave is a big loser, Laura talks Dave’s mother into getting a self driving car, and Andrew’s dog breaks out of their hotel room. We also share our … Continue reading Ep. 315 Wendy Walker Is On Thin Ice & We Share Our Favorite Books of 2025

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79:44

Ep. 314 Ruth Mancini Can’t Stop Watching Frasier

The Inside Flap ·

2025/12/29

We’re joined by Ruth Mancini for a fun chat all about her new book The Day I Lost You, her career in the law, Ally McBeal, and her obsession with Frasier. Plus- Dave doesn’t know when to keep his mouth shut, Laura gets an unexpected house tour, and Andrew and his son dress like elves … Continue reading Ep. 314 Ruth Mancini Can’t Stop Watching Frasier

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99:04

Ep. 313 How To Write Fourteenth Century Poetry With...

The Inside Flap ·

2025/12/23

We’re joined by Connie Berry for a fun chat all about her new book A Grave Deception, writing 14th century poetry, and her inability to remember people’s names. Plus – Dave hurts his back at school, Laura visits family back East, and Andrew is disappointed at the Denver Nature and Science Museum Christmas event. We … Continue reading Ep. 313 How To Write Fourteenth Century Poetry With Connie Berry

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82:14

Ep. 312 Mythology & The Mafia With Rachel Van Dyken

The Inside Flap ·

2025/12/14

A fun chat with Rachel Van Dyken all about her new book Fallen Gods, her Norse heritage, the mafia, and sweater wearing cats. Plus – Dave once again embarrasses himself in class (several times), Laura is at Brassfest to support Dave and Sylvia, and Andrew’s students are complaining to the dean. We also recommend: What … Continue reading Ep. 312 Mythology & The Mafia With Rachel Van Dyken

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Ep. 311 Tod Goldberg Chooses His Titles Wisely

The Inside Flap ·

2025/12/07

We’re joined by Tod Goldberg for a fun chat all about his book Only Way Out, baseball memorabilia, the importance of book titles, and the time he got pulled over for singing. Plus – Dave has a freshman fiasco story and Laura has a parade critique. We also recommend: Everything Matters! by Ron Currie Jr., … Continue reading Ep. 311 Tod Goldberg Chooses His Titles Wisely

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76:50

Ep. 310 Matthew Pearl Drinks Hot Chocolate

The Inside Flap ·

2025/12/02

A fun chat with Matthew Pearl all about his new book The Award, hot chocolate, astronauts, and the trouble with being surrounded by writers. Plus – Dave pays tribute to his Dad, Laura gets pulled over, and Andrew is spending more time working on his garage. We also recommend: Alchemy of Secrets by Stephanie Garber, … Continue reading Ep. 310 Matthew Pearl Drinks Hot Chocolate

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42:12

Defending Psychopaths With Elle Marr

The Inside Flap ·

2025/11/24

A fun chat with Elle Marr all about her new book The Lie She Wears, how she uses her theater background for writing, defending psychopaths, and her favorite musicals. Plus – Dave and Laura go to the theater. ITUNES – SPOTIFY

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40:43

Ann Packer Avoids Small Talk

The Inside Flap ·

2025/11/16

A fun chat with Ann Packer all about her new book Some Bright Nowhere, why she has no problem doing awful things to her characters, avoiding small talk, and the secret to her butterscotch pudding. Plus – Dave don’t get dressed up for no one. ITUNES – SPOTIFY

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84:29

Ep. 309 – Dodging Potholes With Karen White

The Inside Flap ·

2025/11/09

We’re joined by Karen White for a fun chat about her new book The Lady on Esplanade, creepy dolls, ghost encounters, and New Orleans potholes. Plus – Laura has a celebrity sighting at a Nuggets game, Dave gets feedback from his Principal, and Andrew has a massive Halloween. We also recommend: Saltcrop by Yume Kitasei, … Continue reading Ep. 309 – Dodging Potholes With Karen White

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74:21

Ep. 308 Mia Sheridan: Sometimes A Bear’s Gotta Eat

The Inside Flap ·

2025/11/06

A fun chat with Mia Sheridan all about her new book The Fix, man-eating bears, and how DIYing helps her writing. Plus – Dave’s school has too many fire drills, Laura is on the lonely girl diet, and Andrew’s got his hands full with middle schoolers. We also recommend: Play Nice by Rachel Harrison, Unbound … Continue reading Ep. 308 Mia Sheridan: Sometimes A Bear’s Gotta Eat

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40:24

How To Select The Perfect Narrator With Kelley Armstrong

The Inside Flap ·

2025/10/27

A fun chat with Kelley Armstrong all about her new book The Haunting of Paynes Hollow, folklore, audiobook narrators, and bears. Plus – Dave has some wacky stories from his play. ITUNES – SPOTIFY

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44:56

Capri Sun Dictation With Trilina Pucci

The Inside Flap ·

2025/10/22

A fun chat with Trilina Pucci all about her new book One Killer Night, the San Francisco 49ers, Capri Suns, and gummy worms. Plus – Dave’s students struggle with 80s music. ITUNES – SPOTIFY

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84:31

Ep. 307 How To Write A Book By Pranking Your Husband...

The Inside Flap ·

2025/10/10

We’re joined by Christa Carmen for a fun chat all about her new novel How to Fake a Haunting, ghost tours, horror movies, and how her husband falling asleep while watching TV gave her the idea for the book. Plus – Dave gets an unexpected gift, Laura learns the hard way she’s not a sourdough … Continue reading Ep. 307 How To Write A Book By Pranking Your Husband With Christa Carmen

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