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“Love these interviews with authors and hearing their stories, it’s the best. Thank you Cheryl and team x”
LLovegrove via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/13/24
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“The Kate Cebrano episode was superlative. Entertaining, enlightening & most of all fun. Brilliant.”
Read away 1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/11/24
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“Great host, good interview manner, interesting people and stories. Not much to dislike here.”
VTK8 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/22/23
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“Loving this show. Just listened to one of Jane Tara’s episodes, it was an incredibly engaging conversation. Wish it was twice as long!”
Hjfhgfjxbxhdhkvbghcgg anonymoe via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/09/23
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“‘Imposter Syndrome is only experienced by women…’? Err…”
original format via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/14/23
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“Really enjoying these podcasts … Cheryl is fabulous at engaging the author to talk about the “how - what - why - when” that bought the book into the world …”
Paula the Pilgrim via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/27/23
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“The best listening! It offers genuine insights into such an amazing collection of authors. I can’t get enough!”
Sofie_____B via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/31/23
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“I haven’t listened for a while but over the summer have had this series on automatic download. I absolutely love listening. They expose authors in a way that has made me smile, laugh out loud and at times cry. Cheryl Akle has a deep understanding of 'author' and really engages them to...”Read full review »
Messie777 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/09/23
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“That’s exactly what I like about the podcast, Cheryl’s life experience interwoven with the author’s story. Great listening.”
BetterReading via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/09/23
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“Cheryl Arkle uses this pod to talk about herself. All the time. I mean why invite interesting guests when you really just want to just talk about yourself? Can you please get someone else to do this show? We’ve heard enough about your dull life. We want to hear from the writers.”
sancan09 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/05/23
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“The host just kept rail roading Paddy Manning with her own agenda and would not let him speak about his book. Paddy bluntly said a number of times he had written a biography but the host returned again and again to an anti Murdoch rant.”
mrssequin via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/03/22
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“Best author interview podcast out there.”
lmk217 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/02/22
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“I really enjoy the Better Reading podcasts, they are always packed full of information and are really interesting. Cheryl is an excellent interviewer and allows the guests to talk and tell their story.”
Algonquingirl1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/16/22
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“Love listening to this Podcast. Cheryl has a gift for bringing out the stories in a book and the Author. Lots of information is gained for the thirsty reader. Have discovered a lot of books to read.”
Jessy Joseph via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/14/22
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“Lots of great recommendations, guests, book chat. Love listening and Cheryl is just lovely and bubbly.”
hnass3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/14/22
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“I listen to many literature-related podcasts and this is by far my favourite one. Cheryl has a unique way of chatting with authors about their books, delving into the what the book's about and – as the podcast name suggests – the story behind it. On the whole, it's endearing and insightful.”Read full review »
Nat_mooz via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/14/22
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“Warm, engaging and informative chats with such a diverse range of authors, I always learn something interesting and come away with so many books I want to read.”
rose444333222 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/14/22
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“Every week the Stories Behind the Story podcast is a joy to listen to. Great authors and great conversation!”
Jaz666678r9t96 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/14/22
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“Love listening, it’s like sitting down with a cuppa and a good book!”
_msellabella via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/08/22
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“I can’t get enough of this podcast. Thanks so much for showcasing so many Australian authors. I love hearing “the stories behind the story” and discovering each author’s unique process. Fascinating listening!”
LisaJIr via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/22
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“This is my absolute go-to podcast for my morning walks! Cheryl has a way of drawing out the “story behind the stories” in a way that is so respectful yet goes deep. Such a fabulously diverse array of interviews! Love this! Julietta Henderson”
Julietta Henderson via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/22
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“Cheryl and Jane are big supporters of writers and it’s great to hear more from those writers on what has inspired and moved them to tell their stories.”
Esssssdddddd via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/22
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“I love Stories behind the story from Better Reading. This podcast is always really informative and gives me great ideas on what books to read. Cheryl is a most likeable and witty interviewer.”
Grandma Constance via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/30/22
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“Stumbled across this podcast, and listened to Kerry Tuckers episode. I must say, I’ve never felt so uncomfortable after finishing a podcast!!
Kerry attempts to speak about her personal experience with the prison system. Although what she did would have affected many people, she owns her story...”Read full review »
SavannahY via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/15/22
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“I stumbled across this podcast 2 years ago and got hooked on it. I like the quick, casual and mixed format. We learn a bit about the author, a bit about the book, a bit about its background and a bit about Cheryl which is fun. These podcasts introduce to me the best authors read in Australia and...”Read full review »
OulaGh via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/28/22
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“We all say something is essential reading... well for readers, this is essential listening.”
Dogwalker J via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/04/22
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“Brilliant to hear cultural analysis about life in Australia from both a domestic and international perspective, am definitely coming back to listen again, thanks for making great work!”
Kimele0n via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/26/21
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“Ugh. Comes across so rude and presumptuous every time. Great book choices, terrible interviews.”
Difficult to Listen via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/20/21
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“Better Reading is the best podcast I listen to. Cheryl is fantastic at interviewing authors she makes you feel like you’re there with them. There are never any spoilers. Each day I check to see if there’s a new episode ready.”
Kas1958 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/01/21
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“This podcast has introduced me to so many authors and books. Cheryl has a lovely interviewing style and I have found all the episodes so interesting, even when I thought the episode wouldn’t interest me. Love this podcast.”
Louie Lulu 16 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/25/21
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“These beautiful ladies inspired me to get back into reading. Great podcasts I listen to them every week.”
87Christie via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/12/21
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“Some fascinating and insightful interviews - love the host’s interview style 🙌🏻”
Words by Sabine via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/13/21
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“I am a lifelong Francophile having being brought up in Paris. I found this podcast to be dull and full of platitudes.”
BibiOJ via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/23/21
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“Never listened to an episode I didn’t like and always learn something. Gillian Trigg was a favourite and am enjoying her book now. The Kiley Reíd conversation could have been this month- so relevant still and acutely highlights how little is happening. Thank you - Clare”
Clarebg via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/05/20
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“I had often enjoyed Cheryl’s rapport with her interviewees but I can’t believe how differently I feel now after Cheryl’s judgmental comment regarding teachers implying they were on the bottom of the Degree scale! Listening to her now is tainted and not so enjoyable. I keep thinking - Great way to...”Read full review »
lolalaz298 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/24/20
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“Cheryl interrupts her guests and dominates the conversation. She even had to be reminded by Carly Findlay to focus on her writing, not her disability. Such a shame, as the theme of the podcast is a great one, but it needs a more sensitive host.”
funky_lem via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/08/20
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“I enjoyed the interviews and the very intimate setting but Cheryl's interviewing style was not for me. She talked too much of herself, not allowing the authors to talk and didn't do much research before the interviews. The poor interviewing was obvious. I didn't mind her political...”Read full review »
sumi341 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/02/20
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“Thanks Cheryl for the effort you put into this podcast week in and out, and to your fascinating guests who share their stories with great generosity. This has become one of my favourite podcasts. I love the format and your well informed interview style which ensures the conversations are well...”Read full review »
TrueType Communications via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/04/20
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“For an avid reader I thoroughly enjoy listening to this podcast, even if its an author who I have not read yet. The "On Writing" was especially interesting and would love to hear more of that special series. Hopefully there will be some more in the future. Keep up the good work.”Read full review »
tmcau07 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/01/20
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“I’ve very much enjoyed these podcasts and enjoy the author interviews, but thinking of unsubscribing. I’m actually left leaning, but finding Cheryl is becoming too much of a propagandist for her personal views.”
ChrisfromAustralia via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/23/20
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“Cheryl is the best, I love these podcasts, they are so real, so interesting and informative. Thank you so much for being a reality check in the insanity and despair of today’s politics and world.”
windjany via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/23/20
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“Just listened to the Dr Karl interview, what an amazing human. I’m hooked, how am I going to get any work done 😂”
#hooked! via Apple Podcasts ·
United Arab Emirates ·
01/06/20
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“Love these, a story within a story.”
handsomemayne92 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/08/19
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“Cheryl Arkle knows exactly the right questions to ask and is always a pleasure to listen to. I have recently listened to the Six part writing series which was both informative and inspiring. After listening to Melena Marchetta I rushed out and bought two of her books. No matter how well read I...”Read full review »
Miss Wally via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/15/19
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“Enjoy listening to Cheryl Akle talk to authors, engaging and interesting and more often than not I go out and buy the book.”
this game is da bomb via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/24/19
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“These podcasts are exceptional - inspiring, instructional and most welcome. Thank you!”
styluscouncillor via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/28/19
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