David Szalay’s novel “Flesh” is shortlisted for the 2025 Booker Prize!

Host Jacob Shymanski chats with David about the intricacies of the novel’s main character Istvan.

They also explore the book’s writing style and discuss the interpretation for book endings.

“Flesh” is available at CELA Library.

The announcement for the Booker Prize winner is scheduled for November 10.

This episode is produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

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Oscar-nominated filmmaker Julian Brave NoiseCat debuted his very first book this month, a memoir entitled “We Survived the Night.”

Host Jacob Shymanski catches up with Julian to learn about his Indigenous cultural influences behind the book and his experience as a first-time narrator.

Julian also reflects on the making of his Oscar-nominated documentary film “Sugarcane.”

The book is available in audiobook format at Audible and at the CELA Library.

This episode is produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

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What are some books that introduce thought-provoking concepts and ideas that make you ponder?

Jacob Shymanski explores this question with Red Széll, the host of “My Life in Books.” Together they share some of their favourite philosophical titles that make you think!

They also address the question: is pre-reading important or is it better to go in cold when picking up a new book?

In the latter portion of the show, senior producer Andrika De Lanerolle gives you the "Book Report" with the latest news about the 2025 Governor General's Awards.

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

Books mentioned in this episode include:

• “Foucalt's Pendulum “ by Umberto; Weaver Eco
• “The Player of Games” by Iain M. Banks
• “Ishmael” by Daniel Quinn
• “How to Read a Book” by Mortimer J. Adler and Charles Van Doren

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Comedian and professional speaker Dena Jackson chats with host Jacob Shymanski about her new book “Self Help Me.”

She reflects on the holistic wellness practices that helped in her mental health journey and shares tips on how her book can be a resource to anyone.

Dena’s book is currently available in print and will become available as an audiobook in 2026.

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

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Are you ready to dive into some conspiracy theories? Avid book reader Paul Daniel describes his top five recommended titles for the genre, everything from government and politics to aliens and the pharmaceutical industry.

In addition, toward the end of the show, host Jacob Shymanski shares a special review of Stephen King’s retelling of “Hansel and Gretel.”

Books mentioned in this episode include:

• “Best Evidence: Disguise and Deception in the Assassination of John F. Kennedy” by David Lifton

• “Cover Up: What the Government Is Still Hiding About the War on Terror” by Peter Lance

• “Above Top Secret: The Worldwide U.F.O. Cover-Up” by Timothy Good

• “Selling Sickness: How the World's Biggest Pharmaceutical Companies Are Turning Us All Into Patients” by Ray Moynihan and Alan Cassels

• “Conspirituality: How New Age Conspiracy Theories Became a Public Health Threat” by Julian Walker, Matthew Remski and Derek Beres

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

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Author Ma-nee Chacaby is the 2025 winner of the Canada Reads competition for her 2016 book “A Two-Spirit Journey: The Autobiography of a Lesbian Ojibwa-Cree Elder.” Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Ma-nee about her experience co-writing the book with Mary Louisa Plummer. She also reflects on some of her life experiences shared in the book.

In the latter portion of the show, co-author Matisse Hamel-Nelis describes her new educational book “Accessible Communications: Create Impact, Avoid Missteps and Build Trust.”

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

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How important is character development in a story?

Host Jacob Shymanski and Red Széll explore the importance of having characters who evolve in a book’s plot line. They consider some examples of titles that have character development arcs and character deficits.

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

Books mentioned in this episode include:

• James Bond Novels and Short Stories by Ian Fleming

• Harry Potter Series by J. K. Rowling

• Canon of Sherlock Holmes Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

• Wheel of Time Series by Robert Jordan

• Inspector Wexford Series by Ruth Wendall

• Tom Thorne Series by Mark Billingham

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In recognition of Banned Books Week, host Jacob Shymanski discusses issues of censorship and discrimination with Canadian author Robin Stevenson.

Robin reflects on how her LGBTQ+ kids’ book “Pride Puppy” ended up at the U.S. Supreme Court earlier this year after some parents filed a lawsuit against a school district in Maryland.

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

Other books mentioned include:

• “And Tango Makes Three” by Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson

• “Pride Colors” by Robin Stevenson

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