The Bookum Nook Show

Bookum Author Talks Podcast with Matt Singer, editor and film critic at ScreenCrush.com and author of Funny Business: The Old-School Wedding Crashers and Knocked-Up Virgins Who Changed Comedy Forever. What happened to Hollywood's golden comedy era? How did Will Ferrell, Ben Stiller, Judd Apatow, and the Frat Pack change comedy movies? And why are fewer original theatrical comedy films being m...

Can you trust Wikipedia? Who actually controls the world's largest online encyclopedia, and how has it shaped the way we access information? On this episode of Bookum Author Talks , we sit down with journalist and author Richard Cooke to discuss his book, The Last Best Place on the Internet: A Human History of Wikipedia , and explore the fascinating history, people, and ideas behind one of th...

On this episode of Bookum Author Talks, we sit down with music journalist and author John McKie to discuss Prince's extraordinary career and the stories behind his music, including Purple Rain and Sign o' the Times . We talk about Prince's musical influences, his competitiveness with Michael Jackson and Madonna, his time growing up in Minneapolis, and his incredible commitment to hi...

We sit down with 5x NYT Bestselling Author Shea Serrano to discuss his fantastic new book "Expensive Basketball" on the Bookum Author Talks Podcast We talk about the expensive moments that have made the sport of basketball unbelievable. From Damian Lillard ending two different playoff seasons with a buzzer beater, to big fundamentals of Tim Duncan, to Wembanyama's defensive instinct...

Who was Huey P. Newton, and how did he shape the Black Panther Party and the fight for Black liberation? On this episode of the Bookum Author Talks Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Delio Vasquez to discuss his book, Huey P. Newton , and explore the life, political philosophy, and legacy of one of the most influential figures in the Black Panther Party. We discuss Huey P. Newton's intellectual c...

Bookum Author Talks Podcast In this conversation, Marcus Thompson II , Senior Columnist at The Athletic and author of Game Changers: The GOATs Who Revolutionized Basketball , for a wide-ranging conversation about the players, moments, and ideas that have changed basketball. Marcus breaks down what separates a Hall of Famer, a GOAT, and a true game changer, while discussing the evolution of basketb...

What role did women play in the March on Washington? And why have so many of their contributions received less attention in the history of the Civil Rights Movement? In this conversation, Dr. Marcia Chatelain discusses her book How Bright the Path Grows: The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the March on Washington and the Black women who helped organize, shape, and participate in the historic 19...

In this episode of the Bookum Author Talks Podcast , we talk with author and journalist Colin Asher about his book The Midnight Special: The Secret Prison History of American Music . Colin shows the connection between prison, policing, incarceration, and American music , looking at the lives and careers of Lead Belly, Elmo Hope, Johnny Cash, Ike White, and Tupac Shakur . We talk about the history...

Why are so many books becoming movies? And what does the rise of book-to-screen adaptations say about the future of publishing, Hollywood, and reading culture? On this episode of the Creators Talk Podcast , we sit down with Cultural Reporter Sophie Vershbow to discus the growing relationship between books, movies, television, publishing, social media, and pop culture. Sophie Vershbow has spent nea...

How are book content creators changing the way books are discovered, marketed, and sold? In this episode of Bookum Creators Talk, we sit down with Jordan Hernandez, the creator and voice behind Completely Booked, to talk about book content creation, book marketing, author interviews, book tours, building a trusted audience, becoming a book tastemaker, and the growing influence of readers and book...

Recording Jul 2, 2024 Our guest today is the intentional Dr. Marcus Collins. Dr. Collins is Best-selling Author of "For the Culture" Marcus previously worked with Apple, was a digital strategist for Beyoncé, the Brooklyn Nets and is currently a professor of Marketing at the esteem, Ross School of Business at University of Michigan (GO BLUE) Marcus is a culture scholar a brand expert,  a...

We sit down with Wallo267 Bookum Author Talks Podcast to discuss his powerful new book "Yes to You, No to Them" a blueprint for protecting your peace, setting boundaries, and choosing yourself without apology. After serving 20 years in prison, Wallo267 has become one of the most inspiring voices in entrepreneurship, mental health, self-development, and street-to-success storytelling. In...

Today on the Bookum Author Talks Podcast, we talk with Cindy Pham, better known online as ReadWithCindy, one of the most influential voices in the online book community and the author of the fantasy novel, The Secret World of Briar Rose. For years, Cindy built a loyal audience through BookTube, creating entertaining book reviews, reading vlogs, and literary commentary. Now, she joins us to discuss...

Today on the Bookum Author Talks Podcast, we are joined by author, story coach, and YouTuber Abbie Emmons, author of the new book “Make Your Story Matter.” In this conversation, we discuss the psychology of storytelling, writing unforgettable characters, building internal conflict, creating compelling plots, romance tropes, first chapter mistakes, world-building, false beliefs, and what truly make...

Today on the Bookum Author Talks Podcast , we sit down with Shellye Archambeau , former CEO of MetricStream and one of Silicon Valley’s first African American female CEOs. Shellye has spent over 30 years in business and technology with leadership experience at major companies including IBM, Blockbuster, and Loudcloud . She is also a Fortune 500 board member , serving on boards such as Verizon and...

This week on the Bookum Authors Talk Podcast we sit down with writer, producer, and author Angela Nissel to discuss her powerful new memoir 'Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom is Dead'.  In this conversation, Angela opens up about grief, caregiving, family secrets, humor as a survival tool, and what it means to process loss while becoming the caretaker of a parent. We also talk about her wo...

In this episode of the Bookum Creators Talk Podcast , we sit down with Turnpageswithmimi to explore what it means to be a reader in New York and how book culture continues to evolve across libraries, social media, and community spaces. We discuss growing up reading in Philadelphia and New York, the influence of the Brooklyn Public Library and The Book of HOV , and how fashion, identity, and cultur...

In this episode of Bookum Author Talks Podcast , we sit down with author Paul Fischer , writer of The Last Kings of Hollywood , to explore one of the most important eras in film history. We break down how Francis Ford Coppola, George Lucas, and Steven Spielberg transformed Hollywood forever, shifting it from the old studio system into the blockbuster-driven industry we know today. From The Godfath...

On this episode of the Bookum Author Talks Podcast , we sit down with Emely Rumble , author of Bibliotherapy in the Bronx , to explore how books and poetry can heal your mind, boost confidence, and help you grow emotionally. Em shares insights on the transformative power of reading, re-reading, and bibliotherapy — plus practical ways literature can connect you to your past, present, and future. We...

Join us on Bookum Author Talks Podcast with James Keyes , former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster , and author of Education is Freedom . In this episode, James shares his journey from working at McDonald’s as a teen to leading billion-dollar companies, and how education and lifelong learning empower freedom and success . Discover:  The lessons from his book Education is Freedom  How cultural litera...

Join the Author Talks Podcast as Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling shares his experiences from over 40 years in the United States Army , including combat in the Gulf War and reflections on leadership, courage, and character. Drawing from his book If I Don’t Return , Mark discusses the personal letters he wrote to his sons during wartime, the lessons he learned about faith, integrity, and leading under pressu...

On this episode of Author Talks Podcast , PBS NewsHour’s Geoff Bennett breaks down the golden age of Black comedy and its impact on American culture. We explore iconic shows like: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Living Single Martin A Different World In Living Color Sanford and Son …and legendary comedians including Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy, Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby, Moms Mabley, and Redd Foxx ....

Join us on the Author Talks Podcast with New York Times Bestselling Author Keith O’Brien as we dive into the untold story of Larry Bird.   From his small-town beginnings in French Lick to becoming a national icon at Indiana State. We cover everything: recruiting drama, legendary teammates, international basketball, the 33–1 season, and the moments that made Bird a basketball legend . Grab Keith O’...

Join us on the Bookum Creators Talk Podcast as we sit down with Amber Burns, a BookTube creator, vlogger, and content creator, to discuss her creative process, day-to-day life, and love for books. From starting her first blog to going in front of the camera, handling burnout, and building community, Amber shares the honest truth about life as a content creator. Whether you are a reader, aspiring c...

In this episode of the Bookum Founders Talk Podcast , Kyle Colley sits down with Franklin Leonard, the founder of The Black List , the industry-leading platform that discovers and showcases the best screenplays and now fiction novels.  Franklin shares his insights on Hollywood in 2026, the future of film, the Oscars, and what it really takes to break into the industry as a writer or filmmaker. We...