Used to be my #1 favorite podcast — no more
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“The NYTBR podcast used to be my favorite pod, hands down. Sadly, it’s become barely listenable ever since Gilbert Cruz became Book Review editor. It sounds amateurish, the questions in the interviews aren't good, even the sound quality isn’t! I miss the industry news sections, the criticism discussing what they’re reading, etc. Pamela Paul ran a great show and I miss it sorely. It seems Cruz doesn’t think the podcast is an important product. He even said something that indicated he was frustrated or annoyed that people listen to the podcast rather than read the book review, like, “I guess since it’s 2023, some people only listen to the podcast and don’t read the book review.” Mr. Cruz, I suggest you think of the podcast as a way to “perform” the print book review and to make it as polished as that version. You have a number of staff who know how to make a good podcast. Let them do that for you and since you don’t seem into it, someone else can host. (Or they could at least write your script for you — often it sounds like you’re winging the questions.) As host, I suggest Alexandra Alter. She has a certain brightness and liveliness in her voice that would make her an excellent host. Please bring back the professionally produced variety show with a host who isn’t disdainful of podcasts!”Read full review »
LauraSSF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/23
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“I always start listening to an episode hoping I'll like it but inevitably fail to listen all the way through. The pace feels slow, interviews a bit stale, and I really hate the classical lead in music--feels intentionally pretentious”Read full review »
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“I listen to this podcast every week and totally enjoy it. It has given me many ideas on what to read next and helped with the book club I'm involved in. Keep up the great work!”Read full review »
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“Awesome in it!! Love it!!!”
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