Jeff Conner’s Classics Mutilated
Jeff Conner introduces us to ctrl-alt-lit and Classics Mutilated. A classic mashup of classic and monster lit! < previous
The Monkees Tale
Eric Lefcowitz has spent years chronicling The Monkees. Now he spends a half an hour talking to Gary Shapiro about them, and about his book Monkee Business. The Monkees had everything-a popular TV show, hit records, and adoring fans. Everything but c
Robert Hilburn on Presley, Dylan, Lennon and More.
Rock Critic Robert Hilburn has interviewed all of the legends of Rock & Roll. Now the former music critic for the LA Times talks to Gary Shapiro! < previous
Perry Mason: A TV Milestone
Professor Thomas Leitch discusses the popular TV series Perry Mason. It is a fun conversation! < previous
David Eisenhower on General Eisenhower
David Eisenhower visits From the Bookshelf to discuss his memoir of his grandfather, President Dwight David Eisenhower. < previous
Kaplan Talks Sinatra
James Kaplan returns to talk about his mammoth biography of Frank Sinatra. Over 700 pages, and it’s only part one! < previous
Donald Spoto on Joan Crawford
Donald Spoto turns his brilliant talent to the subject of Joan Crawford in his latest book: Possessed The Life Of Joan Crawford. This podcast has material not heard on the brodcast version! < previous
James Swanson Returns
In the follow-up to his bestseller Manhunt, James Swanson presents the story of Confederate President Jefferson Davis and the Death Pageant for the slain Lincoln. < previous
Yunte Huang on Charlie Chan
Yunte Huang is this week’s guest. Yunte Huang has written a brilliant look at the character Charlie Chan and the real life man who inspired his creation. < previous
Jazz & Film Historian Gary Giddins
A double length interview with jazz critic and historian Gary Giddins. < previous