This American Life

In episode 875, Elijah Sullivan noted that the book contained a chapter about a hidden city beneath Mount Shasta inhabited by survivors of a sunken Pacific continent, which added to the mountain’s folklore. He clarified that it was unrelated to St. Germain but still reinforced local myths. The mention was neutral, simply citing the title as a source of mythic material.

The host referenced the title as Richard Price's most recent novel during the episode, noting it was his latest work at the time. No recommendation or detailed discussion was offered, making the mention brief and informational.

In the episode, the host noted that the late author's essay on the musical Rent was included in the title. He referenced the piece as part of the book's content, highlighting its presence without offering a broader endorsement. The mention served mainly to point listeners to the essay's publication.

Ira Glass introduced the memoir during the episode, identifying Shalom Auslander as its author. The book was mentioned briefly as part of the story's context, without further discussion or recommendation. This casual mention highlighted the author's recent publication but did not elaborate on its content.

The book was briefly mentioned after a segment on childhood crushes, with the host noting its availability from Conundrum Press. No further commentary was provided, indicating a casual reference rather than a strong endorsement. The overall tone was neutral.

The producers highlighted that Ryan Thompson had observed letters on display at Petrified Forest National Park and compiled them into a book. They thanked him for creating the title, noting its focus on the park's historical correspondence.

The episode explained that the story being told was taken from Goldstein's book that rewrites Bible stories, with the author himself noting its use as the source. The mention highlighted the book as the origin of the narrative rather than a recommendation.

The host noted that Mike Albo is the author of a young adult novel titled Another Dimension of Us, mentioning it in passing while discussing his short story collaboration. No specific endorsement or critique was offered, resulting in a brief, casual reference.

In the episode, the hosts featured a reading of an excerpt from a Bernard Cooper story that originally appeared in LA Weekly and was later included in the book. The segment highlighted the story’s presence in the title without offering a specific recommendation.

The narrator described the memoir as a personal account of the author's quest to develop a custom gene therapy, highlighting her journey and challenges. It was presented as an intriguing story of scientific ambition and personal perseverance, without an explicit endorsement.

In the episode, a story read by Alex Kropofsky was identified as being taken from Etgar Keret's short‑story collection titled The Bus Driver Who Wanted To Be God. The mention served simply to credit the source of the story.

The title was highlighted in an episode advertisement as a gripping story about a boy whose curiosity threatens to expose a town's deepest secrets. No host commentary was provided beyond the promotional description.

The host suggested that listeners could read the memoir to learn more about Connie and her mother, noting that it was divided into nine adventures. Emmanuel Jochi referenced the title as a way to explore their story further. The recommendation was brief and informal.

In the episode, the host gave special thanks to Daniel Melamud for authoring the newly released title, describing it as a must‑read. The mention highlighted the book’s relevance to the episode’s theme and signaled a strong endorsement.

The host highlighted the book as the only straightforward history of USAID, noting its comprehensive examination of the agency's legacy. It was presented as a valuable resource for listeners interested in understanding the evolution of U.S. foreign aid.

The host noted that Lennard Davis had written a book recounting his experience of tracing his origins through DNA testing, mentioning its title. The reference was brief and served to illustrate Davis's personal journey without further endorsement or critique.

The narrator referenced the title as one of Kotlowitz's works that examined gun violence, noting it alongside his other book on Chicago. It was mentioned to illustrate the author's focus on the issue rather than being recommended. The discussion highlighted the book's relevance to themes of violence in the city.