“LOVED everything about the conversation w Andrew Solomon. Covered a lot of ground thanks to Jemma’s very informed but relaxed questioning so that the interview flowed like a real conversation. Moving , wise and full of insights, it showcases Solomon’s erudition, empathy and elegance. A highlight...”Read full review »
carobaum via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/25/21
“Jemma’s recent interviews with Jhumpa Lahiri and Nikki Gemmel have been fantastic. I gained so many insights into their lives and their writing process. The questions are thoughtful and Jemma’s manner is so calm and gentle. I’ve been introduced to writers I’ve not heard of before too and genres...”Read full review »
BlackKnight123 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/31/21
“Jemma has been involved in the literary world in Europe and Australia for a long time and brings all of that experience to this excellent podcast. From these interviews, I’ve gained amazing insights into the books and authors. Fantastic listening”
music_mad_cooley via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/02/21
“I love this podcast. Jemma is a warm, inclusive, curious & smart interviewer. If you love books, writers & good conversation this one is for you.”
zoe.hearts.books via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/17/20
“Jemma is just a wonderful host and her conversations are so fun and intelligent. Her and her incredible guests are fascinating to listen to! Love this podcast so much!!! My favourite”
HermannaElsa via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/13/20
“If you write ( or struggle to write - tautology?) you should listen. To this. It’s a series of honest appraisals, thought provoking insights and straight up BS free candour. Give me more.”
“A wonderful podcast full of artistic and human insight. Jemma is a gifted interviewer who holds an honest and open space for writers to share their inner worlds - their thoughts, their inspirations and even practical advise for those of us yearning to live a more creative life. This series...”Read full review »
“There’s a real warmth and intimacy that comes across in these interviews. Writers reveal so much about their lives and the way they work. Fantastic podcast for any book lover.”
Sathamay via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/11/20
“I’ve listened to several conversations and am discovering great writers and books - like the way they’re so natural and not too formal. Perfect for help in what books to read next too. Have bought many books from these podcasts! I’ve been leaning a lot about writing and how writers get it done too!”
patchwork49 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/09/20
“Felt privileged to hear Ali Cobby Eckermann’s life story and hear about her writing. Heartfelt and deeply moving. Thank you. Also really enjoyed the other authors each very different and surprising - love the series!”
cazlistening via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/08/20
“Love listening to these - so different every time and feel like I’m part of an intimate conversation- great guests and interviewer - highly recommend”
drhazorange via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/08/20
“A literary podcast series with a unique personality. Jemma Birrell’s love of writers and writing makes for insightful, sensitive and entertaining conversations on the writer’s life, in many varied forms. The panoply of guests is nicely left-of-field, which keeps me looking forward to the next...”Read full review »
“I’m loving the series. Jemma’s warmth, research and rapport with her guests carries the show. Anytime I see a new episode notification, I know I’m going to learn something new.”
Ash Davies via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/26/20
“I love this podcast! Jemma is a brilliant interviewer - she has a natural connection with writers which makes for relaxed and intimate conversations that I always take so much from. She is unfraid to dive deep into the mechanics of writing, but also the writers’ everyday lives, how they make it...”Read full review »
“These are just so thought-provoking. There’s lot of podcast conversations out there, but the combination of Jemma’s questions and the calibre of the interviewees make these ones pretty special. Loving it!”