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Conversations is sometimes serious and sometimes humorous, but always informative. Host Dan Skinner shares interviews with writers about recent works of fiction and non-fiction, featuring internationa... more
FAQs about Conversations:How many episodes does Conversations have?The podcast currently has 642 episodes available.
February 12, 2020Conversations: Lisa Gardner, "When You See Me"On this edition of Conversations Lisa Gardner talks with host Dan Skinner about her latest novel, When You See Me. Gardner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of 20 suspense novels, including The Neighbor, which won Thriller of the Year from the International Thriller Writers....more10minPlay
February 10, 2020Conversations: Jim Mosher, Topeka and Shawnee County Public LibraryOn this edition of Conversations, Jim Mosher talks about an upcoming concert by Broadway performer Jeff Kready on 2/16, as part of the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library’s 150th Anniversary Celebration. Mosher is a Public Service Specialist for the library and is spearheading the "Music for a Sunday Afternoon" performance series....more9minPlay
February 07, 2020Conversations: Dr. Monique W. Morris, "Sing a Rhythm, Dance a Blues: Education for the Liberation of Black and Brown Girls"On this edition of Conversations, Dr. Monique W. Morris talks with host Dan Skinner about her latest book, Sing a Rhythm, Dance a Blues: Education for the Liberation of Black and Brown Girls. Dr. Morris is an award-winning author and social justice scholar with three decades of experience in the areas of education, civil rights, juvenile and social justice....more15minPlay
February 05, 2020Conversations: Dan Buettner, "The Blue Zones Cookbook"On this edition of Conversations, Dan Buettner talks with host Dan Skinner about his latest book, The Blue Zones Kitchen: 100 Recipes to Live to 100. Buettner is the founder of Blue Zones®, an organization that helps Americans live longer, healthier lives....more11minPlay
February 03, 2020Conversations: Steve Nowak, Watkins Museum UpdateOn this edition of Conversations, Steve Nowak, Executive Director of the Watkins Museum of History gives us an update on exhibits and programs at the Museum. Nowak talks about the Encountering John Brown exhibit opening in August at the Union Pacific Depot; completing the exhibits on the third floor of the museum, The Lawrence 1970 Project; and more. ...more12minPlay
January 31, 2020Conversations: Daniel Levitin, "Successful Aging: A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of Our Lives"On this edition of Conversations, Daniel Levitin talks about Successful Aging: A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of Our Lives. Levitin is a neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist, and bestselling author. His previous books include This is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind....more12minPlay
January 29, 2020Conversations: Gavin Edwards, "Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever"On this edition of Conversations, Gavin Edwards talks with host Dan Skinner about Kindness and Wonder: Why Mister Rogers Matters Now More Than Ever. Edwards is a best-selling author of 11 books, including The Tao of Bill Murray, Last Night at the Viper Room and The World According to Tom Hanks....more16minPlay
January 27, 2020Conversations: Mary Doveton, Theatre Lawrence, Upcoming Performances and EventsOn this edition of Conversations, Mary Doveton, Executive Director of Theatre Lawrence, talks with host Dan Skinner about upcoming performances and activities at the theatre. "Dueling Decades" takes place on February 1, and funds raised at this event will benefit the theatre's "Penguin Project." Doveton also discusses the upcoming performances of "Yours, Anne" and special events surrounding the production....more16minPlay
January 24, 2020Conversations: Dr. Barbara Bruce, "Mayo Clinic Guide to Fibromyalgia"On this edition of Conversations, Dr. Barbara K. Bruce talks about the Mayo Clinic Guide to Fibromyalgia: Strategies to Take Back Your Life. Dr. Bruce is a clinical health psychologist in the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, where she developed and leads its fibromyalgia and chronic abdominal pain treatment programs. She has spent her entire career in the field of pain management....more11minPlay
January 22, 2020Conversations: Robin Cook, "Genesis"On this edition of Conversations, doctor and writer Robin Cook talks about his latest novel, Genesis. Cook is the author of more than 30 international bestsellers and is credited with creating and popularizing the medical thriller genre with his novel, Coma, which was published 40 years ago....more10minPlay
FAQs about Conversations:How many episodes does Conversations have?The podcast currently has 642 episodes available.