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“The questions David asks are penetrating and almost uniformly provoke authors’ penetrating and new insights into their own work. A gift to authors and to us as listeners.”
SonjaRuth via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/29/24
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“David’s careful, deeply curious attention to texts, and the smart and enthusiastic connections he makes among them, is an aural antidote for the speed and superficiality with which so much other discourse charges itself in the name of commercial optimization. These are beautifully rendered,...”Read full review »
P.P. Bub via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/24
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“David’s podcast are incredible in the depth of care he takes with the writers and their work. The results are consistently special conversations.”
Davidbryanjordan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/08/23
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“David Naimon interviewing a guest reminds me of Bruce Springsteen in concert, speaking between songs. We hit all the tangents, head forward, move back a little, make a circle, then another tangent and maybe another circle before we get to the end of his question. At the end, we’re not sure what...”Read full review »
Daly City Dollar Tree via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/23
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“Older episodes, see the China Miéville episode, get right to the point. We hear him come in before we’ve even spent two minutes listening. I tried to listen to the Mariana Enriquez episode but was dismayed when nearly twenty minutes had passed and the host was still talking to himself. I got to...”Read full review »
Teabaggindragon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/23
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“David Naimon’s interviews are the best I’ve ever heard and the guests on his show seem to think so too. He introduces me to many writers I’ve not heard of but who I often find to be super interesting. I find myself reading many of the books introduced to me through this podcast. I look forward to...”Read full review »
kimmanleyort via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/24/23
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“I can say unequivocally this is truly the ideal podcast for literature. No other podcast reveals the spirit of a book quite like this one—the interviews with authors is rich in both content and language. I love listening to the words chosen to express thinking, in addition to the pleasure of...”Read full review »
Imparcticle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/23
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“Truly the best literary interview podcast out there. David reads and researches extensively, posing questions that make every interview deep and insightful. I’m so grateful for this podcast. ❤️”
nolakate via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“David Naimon’s series of 12 episodes in 2022 called “Crafting with Ursula” is such loving homage to one of my favorite writers. I looked forward to every conversation and I was never disappointed. The selection of writers to engage in these themed interviews is so well-conceived. Each had unique...”Read full review »
SA happy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/23
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“David Naimon, the guests are pleasantly surprised by your depth of research and so am I. Every episode. If these podcast episodes were paintings, you’d be up there with the greats. I just finished listening to the Ngugi Wa Thiong’o interview. It felt like there was no bias — just two persons...”Read full review »
Podista Faith via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/23
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“The long form allows for deeper conversations. The questions are well informed holding thoughtful twists going beyond the standard banter.
I often listen and take notes or listen and do some handwork (stitching or knitting or laborious drawing). The poets are almost all new to me and I love...”Read full review »
objectplace via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/31/23
“First time listener here. But won’t be the last. The Gabrielle Bates interview was my gateway drug to this wonderful gem. What a thoughtful, brilliant conversation. The host does an amazing job of connecting with the guest writer. And clearly, he does his homework, so he can go deep beneath the...”Read full review »
omniliesa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/23
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“So grateful I stumbled on this in a twitter post. It lights up my love for art and lengthens my to-read list with an urgency.”
Michelle Cohrene via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/22
“Between the Covers is to me what Car Talk was to my father: the radio show that has earned our quiet devotion through its deep craft knowledge, curiosity, and the fun it adds to our lives. In one episode, host David Naimon described his preparation work as an attempt to 'center someone in the...”Read full review »
Sarah Matsui via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/22
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“Truly a gold standard in podcasting, David Naimon is a consummate host (does not! interrupt! guests!), and listening regularly to Between the Covers is an entire education in itself. Do listen and support this podcast’s Patreon!”
Han VanderHart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/21
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“This is the food I need as an interdisciplinary musician. Thank you!”
kushkaOR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/21
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“This show is incredible, David’s insightful questions never fail to tease out extraordinary moments from impeccably chosen guests. I’ve listened to several more than twice. If you still need convincing look up George Saunders’ video endorsement of David’s skills. Then tell your friends.”
MattJohnCook via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/12/21
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“David, host of the Between the Covers podcast, highlights all aspects of writing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!”
malfoxley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/21
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“You just can’t get better than this. Reliably excellent episodes to sink into...”
pdx011 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/21
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“Natalie Diaz!! Wow, parts I & II, fantastic!”
RosemariB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/20
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“Just listened to the episode with Jenny Offil about Weather... wow! Great job! Illuminating conversation, it was hard at times to connect with an unhinged narrator!”
Sra. O via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/20
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“Insightful and eye opening, even if you haven’t read the work they are discussing. David thinks critically and is remarkably well-researched: carefully composing his questions and directing the conversation. Truly the best podcast to which I’ve had the pleasure of listening.”
steph1927 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/20
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“Really love the show and your preparation for your guests. The interviews are in-depth and provide really insightful tips for nonfiction writers.”
AnthonyCMoore via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/20
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“My favorite literature podcast. The conversations always a reflect genuine curiosity. Also, I get many tips on further readings from them, which is great, especially since I’m more familiar with the German scene. Best wishes from Berlin to Portland!”
DanWa0789 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
04/23/20
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“Along with Bookworm, this is the highest quality podcast on lit. David is incredibly good and knowledgeable. And in response to the last reviewer, he ask questions because that’s his job, lol. Keep up the good work.”
lovlit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/05/20
“No one reads as insightfully or prepares as well as David Naimon. His questions are doorways that lead us deeper into literary works and elucidate the creative process of writers. I don’t think there is a more valuable podcast for readers and writers anywhere. This is the cutting edge of...”Read full review »
didilea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/20
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“I wanted to like this but I can't get past the lip smacking and other mouth noises. The EQ or mic settings need to be adjusted for David to prevent these sounds from coming through.”Read full review »
Disappointed_gamer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/20
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“Great chats with authors I’ve mostly never heard of. Still a worthy time passer.”
Mindspray via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/19
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“Between the Covers might be my favorite podcast to fall asleep to. That sounds like a backhanded compliment, but I mean it as anything but. David Naimon has insightful, deeply felt questions and invites his guests to answer with equally rich, personal responses. There’s something so comforting...”Read full review »
Daveiii via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/19
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“This season I listened to at least 3 interviews with Marlon James This was the 3rd one and the BEST. Generally great interviews with all your authors. Thanks.”
Vera8149 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/11/19
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“Great podcast but Naimon pronounces everything as if it was a question?
I don't understand why he does that?
Please get it under control, it drives me up the wall?”Read full review »
Kinga-Bee via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/12/19
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“I am so glad I found Between The Covers. This is honestly the most intelligent conversations and interviews I have ever been privy to. Thank you so much.”
Bobbi from Bloomington via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/19
“I love this podcast”
Jsoc211 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/19
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“I absolutely love this podcast! Thanks to BTC I've learned about so many fantastic writers and books and especially love revisiting particular author episodes after reading the books that I learned about the first time through. David is easily the most reliably thoughtful and well-researched...”Read full review »
Matty G Maps via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/19
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“I happily found this podcast by chance. The interviews are fascinating of course but the breadth of writers interviewed has been useful to widen my own reading.”
Pestgeek via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/18/19
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“Recent find for me. Immediately began pouring through the backlog. Has some of the most insightful interviews with a clearly engaged host in David.”
Bernardeph via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/19
“People talk about books, people ask writers questions, and people do this stuff often but David Naimon is different. He actually reads each writer's work and actually thinks about it because the conversations he has with these writers and the questions he asks are insightful and hella...”Read full review »
Adie_A via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/18
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“As a writer and a reader, I get so much out of David Naimon's interviews. I end up reading a lot of the authors I hadn't heard of and love them--and appreciate them.”Read full review »
Astonished Barb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/13/18
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“The Catherine Lacey episode was phenomenal.”
Scott Mcclanahan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/18
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“David Naimon’s thoughtful insights as a deep reader and masterful interviewer make Between the Covers my favorite podcast of any genre. Thank you, David, for the time, effort and soul you put into each and every episode. If I could, I’d add another star to your rating!”
Gabriela Veritas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/18
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“David is an incredibly insightful and thoughtful interviewer and the guests he brings on are wonderfully diverse.”
emilryan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/02/18
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“A deeply important and needed show”
gloriaNoto via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/18
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“This is certainly the most erudite, intelligent, intellectual literary show I’ve heard. What I love about this show is that the conversations, led by host David Naimon, always have depth to them but I never get the feeling that I’m being left out. Quite the contrary, these conversations are...”Read full review »
saxon75 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/18
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“I love David Naimon's "Between the Covers" podcast. David conducts in-depth interviews with all the best literary writers working today. Every episode gives me something to think about or makes me look at something in a different way. It's a pleasure to listen to this podcast, and...”Read full review »
herheadinfilms via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/18
“David Naimon delights and impresses me with every episode. He is able to meet wonderful authors in their own writing, bringing insight to texts and in depth focus on both story and technique. Not many readers are as insightful and thought-provoking in their connections to and considerations of...”Read full review »
Moyer to self via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/17
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“I came across this podcast looking for interviews with great writers, gave it a shot and it sure paid off. Always listen to it in the morning before work and it sure makes my day. Great by all means.”
Carl Zand via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
08/23/17
“This podcast is one of the best I've heard. David Naimon is so well read, his questions are so well prepared and incisive. I learn so much on every episode. I've been introduced to many new books and authors and have also found new ways of looking at books and authors I know very well....”Read full review »
Superema63 via Apple Podcasts ·
Israel ·
04/15/17
“David Naimon is an amazing reader. I've got to believe that every writer he interviews must go away afterward with a new understanding of their own writing. Cetainly the listener does. If you love to read -- and think about what you are reading -- you will enjoy this broadcast. If you read...”Read full review »
RT8248 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/17
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