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“I look forward to this podcast with anticipation each week. Australian voices in conversation about matters particular to our identity as a post-colonial nation. It goes to the heart of our deepest existential questions. Bringing the mind of the writer into our daily lives. It’s a celebration of...”Read full review »
Biancanera via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/29/24
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“Love this show so much. The connection Michael has with writers is so genuine - such thoughtfully crafted questions and lovely spontaneous responses. It’s a wonderful weekly escape into the stories of writers. They make me laugh out loud and sometimes a bit teary. All class.”
Hazza McCallum via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/09/24
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“I love his interviews. He is so knowledgeable”
bub_by via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/06/24
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“Loved hearing this. Thanks. My favourite Australian writer.”
Neenie Z via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/22/24
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“I came across this podcast by accident last December and have now gone back and listened to all of them. Michael Williams is a fabulous interviewer and his guests are amazing, all of them (although a personal favourite is Toni Birch). Couldn’t recommend this highly enough. I am now waiting with...”Read full review »
Jeltje11 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/17/24
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“Best book show in Australia, and Michael is just so engaging and a wonderful interviewer”
ShaneMK via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/08/24
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“I love this podcast. Michael is such an insightful and genuine interviewer. His passion for books and his knowledge of author’s works and his great love and respect for their writing really adds to the overall experience. Such a great choice of authors and books to add to my must read collection....”Read full review »
J@McD59 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/12/24
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“This podcast is fantastic and I recommend it to everyone, especially literature nerds. And no, I’m not just saying this because Michael is my uncle. He is a genuinely entertaining host and even me, who hasn’t read books by most of these authors manages to enjoy this podcast immensely. Highly...”Read full review »
DJ Davicé via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/02/24
“I found this podcast because I was looking for more coverage on David Marr - and wow, great interviews, covering books galore. I really enjoy Michael’s interviewing is wonderful, the interviewees so well chosen; thoughtful and reflective.”
Nocksie142 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/02/24
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“I had the pleasure of watching Michael moderate some of the events at this year's Ubud Writers and Readers Festival, and became an instant fan. I am now binge listening to the whole back catalogue of this podcast. Thanks Michael :)”Read full review »
qldeel via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/15/23
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“I listen to Read This on weekend with my coffee and it is the perfect antidote to my weekday mornings of (very well-produced but) often difficult 7am (the podcast) news-story listening.
Michael Williams is so gentle but also thorough, intelligent, thought-provoking. This podcast inspires me back...”Read full review »
Middly05 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/15/23
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“After witnessing Michael’s magical work on Sydney’s Writers Festival, which he made it more exciting and inspiring than ever before, I loved loved loved this podcast and his incredible conversations with writers!
He has capacity to transport you to each individual writer’s world, way of thinking...”Read full review »
Sloboda na vidiku via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/14/23
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“I’ve loved this show from the start, but the summer pool episode made my heart sing! Michael is so wonderfully engaged and engaging. Keep it coming please!”
inflx via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/14/23
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“Interesting literary convos done well.”
ListenerUS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/23
“For any reader that is always tempted in a bookstore and has a pile of to be read books this podcast is fantastic. Michael’s interviews with authors are always thought provoking and give you a deeper experience when you are ready to delve into the book he is discussing. Be warned though - his...”Read full review »
Title Waves via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/09/23
“Michael Williams is the interviewer’s interviewer. His questions are thought provoking not just for us listeners but for the author too. What the author reveals to Michael you won’t find in any other interview with them. I love this particular podcast because I am fascinated by the writing...”Read full review »
PR Consultant via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/01/23
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“I’ve only recently discovered these podcast and I’m in awe of Michael’s ability to interrogate the works and their writers - his commentary and insights are as thought-provoking as the author’s own, and imbued with love and curiosity and joy- they are such a pleasure to listen to and to be...”Read full review »
Ruth Reads via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/30/23
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“I love joining Michael Williams each week. His conversations with literary icons provide vignettes into their life and work. He is a skilled interviewer and these podcasts are delightful.”
canemma via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/23/23
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“I love this podcast. I love its warm and generous tone. There’s something insightful, thoughtful, wonderful to take away from each episode. I’ve found some fantastic books because of it, and I look forward to meeting many more! Thanks to all involved - and the authors for giving so generously of...”Read full review »
jess b vic via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/20/23
“I have immediately fallen in love with Michael Williams’s literary pod cast: ‘the best Australian and international authors talking about their lives and their work.’ Michael’s interview style really brings out the authors with in-depth and wide ranging questions. I’m a books, reading, and...”Read full review »
PhilSeriuos via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/08/23
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“Love this podcast! Also, could you please interview Charlotte Wood! 🙏”
Zaboo 2u via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/23/23
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“Michael Williams brings humour, interest and clear-eyed intelligence into wonderfully listenable discussions. Can't wait for the next episode!”Read full review »
Sarah Myles via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/16/23
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“This is my new favourite podcast, full of heart, intelligence and creativity 💜”
Maxtopia via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/12/23
“What a treat to discover this podcast. I’ll be spreading the news. Thanks Schwartz Media.”
b!n!k!ns via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/30/23
“Bibliophile, writer and allround brilliant interviewer Michael Williams makes my absolute favourite readers podcast. Recommend anyone interested in great writing and writers not to miss an episode of Read This podcast.
Would sooo love Michael to speak to Hernan Diaz, 2023 winner of my current...”Read full review »
roxkp via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/15/23
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“Host Michael Williams creates an immersive note of intimacy in these conversations, this is the way I hope to be transported by a podcast. Great selection of authors, very Schwarz Media. My Saturdays are better with Read This.”
figfoster via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/09/23
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“Excellent book tips & author choice. Michael is both engaging and amusing. Really enjoying this new podcast, haven’t missed an episode yet.”
12345596328446 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/01/23
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“i could not love michael williams or these conversations more. i fall into them at random intervals and am completely swept away by his thoughtful questions and observations and the nuanced, candid discussions they spark.”
listeningfrommelbourne via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/01/23
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“Smart, engaged and the right balance of conversation and enquiry. Keep finding myself sharing episodes with friends. Perfect length too. Loving this series!”
Peak Nerd via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/28/23
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“Insightful discussions about the complexities of the writing process but at the same time easy listening.”
Love my podcasts. via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/23/23
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“A fabulous podcast that highlights some of Australia’s best writing talent. Keep sharing the love of reading!”
Freakin’ Fantastic via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/15/23
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“My favourite weekly Podcast- always interesting & a great listen. Perfect length & very easy to hear ( clear with no background noise ). Highly recommend & also good show notes too.”
Trentos19 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/10/23
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“I love this thoughtful new podcast - has quickly become a weekly favourite, and helps me decide what to read next!”
Nickname-shmickname via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/29/23
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“This is the podcast I didn’t know I was missing. It’s such a simply interesting concept … talk to authors about their books! It’s added even more kindling to my already roaring reading obsession and made me so much more curious about the people behind the words. So enjoyable to listen to an...”Read full review »
sineadalex via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/27/23
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“I was exploring for a new podcast to follow, stumbled uptown this one! Listened to all of them straight away! Soothing and calming, found some wonderful books listed out in the episode notes!”
ram1005 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/22/23
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“Beutifull
so good it realy brings it out.
it so nice i had a long drive and it helped so much!”
dafajsgahahquwbahagah via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/20/23
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“New favourite Pod. I give it all the stars.”
Lilyana12345 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/13/23
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“‘Read this’ went to the top of my podcast library…the perfect format and host. Helps to have such a brilliant and honest first guest in Helen Garner, could listen to her all day. Michael is a gentle, almost unobtrusive interviewer, obviously a big Garner fan but that doesn’t get in the way at...”Read full review »
rosemadder1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/12/23
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“Absolute treat to hear Helen Garner, my only desire is for it to have been twice as long. Will look forward to the next episode.”
so what 2023 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/10/23
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“Just listened to episode 1 with Helen Garner - an intimate and inspiring earful that shows the struggling of a great writer. A pleasure to hear though I did want to hear more about the fridge. That really is the drama playing out offstage.”
GlobetrottingTed via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/09/23
“I enjoyed the first episode of this new podcast. It’s a welcome change from true crime, and politics. Helen Garner and Michael shared an easy rapport. An interesting and relatable listen.”
Catty3333 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/08/23
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“It’s not every day you get to go to Helen Garner’s place and smell the cake. What a joy. And Anna Funder next. Hopefully there’ll be strudel!”
cooly mc cool via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/08/23
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“I’m not even a big reader of fiction these days, (but wish I was, ie had time!) and hearing Michael Williams’ very human questions to the great artist and writer Helen Garner, was nourishing and inspiring..and well…just wonderful ⭐️”
Honey Buyer via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/23
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“Really enjoyed this interview and looking forward to more. Thank you.”
Poochy222 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/23
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“Michael Williams’ gentle, friendly voice belies his crafty inveigling, inviting his subject to share and reveal. Read this, listen up! A great addition to my podlist. 5 shiny ones.”
chambaby via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/23
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“Such a good interviewer. I’m looking forward to the next episode”
betgus via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/23
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“I’m a recent Helen Garner fan. Well I had read First Stone and Joe Cinque. The diaries… would probably have never read except a friend handed me a copy… well maybe that’s many books in life, anyway… books two and three, crikey, they were riveting. So then I read Monkeygrip, stunned, then The...”Read full review »
Herronski via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/06/23
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“Well that was a joyous first ep with the wonderful Helen Garner. More please!”
swlondrob via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/23
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