National Writers Series
Interviews and IPR broadcasts of Traverse City's National Writers Series, founded by Interlochen alumnus and New York Times bestselling author Doug Stanton.
New episodes are aired as they become available on Fridays at 1 p.m. on IPR News Radio.
Latest Episodes
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Pam Houston is an essayist, novelist, writer of short stories, and a teacher. She’s best known for her first book, “Cowboys Are My Weakness.” Her latest book is a memoir called “Deep Creek: Finding Hope in the High Country.”
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This program is a forum on Afghanistan, in partnership with the International Affairs Forum. The forum features four panelists, three of which appeared live on stage at the City Opera House in Traverse City.
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Megan Miranda writes suspense thrillers, both for adults and young adults. Her book “The Last House Guest” was a Reese Witherspoon book club pick. Her latest novel, “Such a Quiet Place,” tells the story of a mysterious murder and its aftermath in an otherwise peaceful neighborhood.
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Dax-Devlon Ross is an educator, non-profit executive, journalist, and author of six books. He wrote “Letters to My White Male Friends” to explain how racism has harmed him, but also how it hurts society at large. Dax-Devlon also gives direction as to how we can combat racism in our workplaces, our communities, our families, and most importantly, in ourselves.
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Robin Wall Kimmerer is a writer, scientist, and member of the Citizen Potawatami Nation. Her latest book is “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants.”
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Rochelle Riley is the director of arts and culture for the city of Detroit. She’s also the author of five books. Her latest is called “That They Lived: African Americans Who Changed the World.” It tells the stories of famous Black Americans as children and how they became the adults we know and remember...
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Discussions with authors Imbolo Mbue and Alan Lightman.
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Diane Rehm hosted her radio program, the Diane Rehm Show, for 37 years. Now, much of her work is focused on advocating for understanding and acceptance of…
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National Writers Series: Martha Teichner and Dwight GarnerMartha Teichner has been a correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning since 1993. Her new book is called “When Harry Met Minnie.” It’s about a chance encounter…
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In 1971, Albert Woodfox was sent to Angola prison for armed robbery. A year later, Albert was put in solitary confinement after being convicted of killing…