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  • Sasha Swire

    This week, The Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by author Sasha Swire, who shot to fame in 2020 for Diary of an MP’s Wife.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

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    6 min
  • Michael Cockerell

    This week, Jon Connell is joined by one of the best political documentary makers of our times, Michael Cockerell.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

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    8 min
  • Sarah Sands

    This week, Jon Connell is joined by the brilliant journalist and author Sarah Sands to talk about her latest charming book. 


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    3 min
  • Kate Humble

    This week, The Knowledge Editor-in-chief, Jon Connell is joined by the brilliant BBC television presenter, narrator and writer Kate Humble, to talk about her latest work and the book that inspired her during the writing process.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6 min
  • Andrew Roberts

    This week, The Knowledge Editor-in-chief is joined by distinguished historian, Andrew Roberts.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 min
  • Craig Brown

    This week, Jon Connell is joined by 'Britain's funniest writer' Craig Brown.


    The Knowledge is a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    10 min
  • Christina Lamb

    The Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by foreign correspondent Christina Lamb, who has covered conflicts over the world and has written over 10 books.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

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    6 min
  • Max Hastings

    The Knowledge's Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by the brilliant journalist and historian, Sir Max Hastings. He talks about his experience of writing from researching history over the course of his immense career.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

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    8 min
  • William Boyd

    The Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by novelist and long time friend, William Boyd. He's one of Britain's most talented storytellers and talks us through the inspiration behind the brilliant Brazzaville Beach.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

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    6 min
  • Mary Killen

    The Knowledge Editor-in-chief, Jon Connell is joined by Northern Irish writer and Gogglebox-favourite Mary Killen.


    Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you really need to know from around the world. You can sign up for free at www.theknowledge.com

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    5 min

About Book Talk

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Book Talk is a brand new podcast brought to you by The Knowledge. Each week, Editor-in-chief, Jon Connell will be joined by world-renowned authors to talk about their work and the works of others…