Jennifer Raff: 'Origins'August 18, 2022 | Donna ApidoneIn "Origin," author and professor Jennifer Raff fills in the blanks on the America’s first residents, when they traveled and where they settled. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleVanessa Hua: "Forbidden City"June 29, 2022 | Donna ApidoneJournalist and novelist Vanessa Hua takes her readers to China in historical fiction that focuses on the life of a young woman selected to become a part of Chairman Mao’s inner circle. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleStacey Vanek Smith: 'Machiavelli for Women'June 22, 2022 | Donna ApidoneAuthor Stacey Vanek Smith says "The Prince" is worth exploring for its underlying guidelines. CapRadio Host Donna Apidone spoke with Vanek her about how those ideas can help women feel more agency in their work lives. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleCraig McNamara: ‘Because Our Fathers Lied’June 9, 2022 | Donna ApidoneRobert McNamara was the architect of the Vietnam war and was responsible for its escalation. His son, Craig, actively and adamantly protested the war. He spoke with us about his new book. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleReyna Grande: 'A Ballad of Love and Glory'April 20, 2022 | Donna ApidoneAuthor Reyna Grande's new book, "A Ballad of Love and Glory," takes readers into the Mexican-American War, her first historical fiction novel. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleJohn Lescroart: The Missing PieceMarch 16, 2022 | Donna ApidoneAuthor John Lescroart created his own personal plot twist when after announcing plans to retire, he surprised fans with his 30th book. Donna Apidone sat down to discuss his new novel, "The Missing Piece," and the games he likes to play with readers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleDr. Michaeleen Doucleff: Hunt, Gather, ParentMarch 13, 2022 | Donna ApidoneDr. Michaeleen Douclef is known to NPR listeners for her science reporting. We spoke with her about her book which studies sociology that parents and non-parents can enjoy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezAuthor John Lescroart Brings Back Popular Attorney For New ThrillerApril 2, 2018 | Cody DrabbleIn John Lescroart's new novel, "Poison," attorney Dismas Hardy defends a former client against an accusation of murder. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezYoung Adult Author Kim Culbertson Shares 'The Wonder Of Us'February 28, 2018 | Cody DrabbleYoung adult fiction author Kim Culbertson shares her novel "The Wonder of Us." Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezMemoir Examines Caring For A Partner With DementiaFebruary 27, 2018 | Cody DrabbleAuthor Marilyn Reynolds shares her memoir "Til Death or Dementia Do Us Part," about her husband's frontotemporal dementia. It's published by the new local independent publisher River Rock Books, started by Katie McCleary and Jan Haag. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.