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America's Book Club is a podcast hosted by author and philanthropist David Rubenstein featuring conversations with leading authors, policymakers, business innovators, and cultural figures exploring the ideas that shaped America’s past, challenge the nation's present, and inspire our future.
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- 6 days ago45 min
Annette Gordon-Reed & Douglas Brinkley on the People and Events That Shaped America
Who are the most influential figures in American history, and which events have shaped the nation we know today? Award-winning, bestselling historians Annette Gordon-Reed and Douglas Brinkley join host David M. Rubenstein at the National Book Festival for a wide-ranging conversation about the people, defining moments, and turning points in U.S. history. Together, they explore America's past and the lasting impact of the individuals and events that helped shape the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago59 min
Newt Gingrich on His Political Career, Congress, and Writing More Than 40 Books
Author and former Republican Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich (1995-99) joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss his extensive career in Congress and writing more than 40 books on topics ranging from political commentary to alternative history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 1m
Elliot Ackerman & Admiral James Stavridis on War, Global Conflict, and Their Bestselling Thrillers
Bestselling authors Elliot Ackerman, a Marine Corps veteran, and retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis join David M. Rubenstein to discuss their military thrillers, including 2034: A Novel of the Next World War and 2054: A Novel. They explore the future of warfare, emerging technologies, global security threats, and how their military experiences influence their writing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 2m
Min Jin Lee on “Pachinko,” Her Literary Career & Meeting King Charles
Bestselling author Min Jin Lee joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss her literary career, early life in the United States, her award-winning novel "Pachinko," and meeting King Charles and Queen Camilla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 4, 20261h 1m
Nathaniel Philbrick on the Mayflower, George Washington & the California Gold Rush
National Book Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist historian Nathaniel Philbrick joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss his bestselling books about the Mayflower, George Washington, and the California gold rush, as well as life on Nantucket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 27, 20261h 0m
Scott Turow on Legal Thrillers, Writing & Artificial Intelligence
Bestselling author and attorney Scott Turow joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss his career as a master of the legal thriller, his writing process, and the experiences that have inspired his novels. Turow also shares his concerns about artificial intelligence and its potential impact on writers, publishing, and the creative process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 20, 20261h 0m
David Maraniss on Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Vince Lombardi & Jim Thorpe
Pulitzer Prize winner and longtime Washington Post reporter David Maraniss joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss his biographies of Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Vince Lombardi, and Jim Thorpe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 13, 20261h 0m
Susan Page on Queen Elizabeth’s Relationships With 13 U.S. Presidents
Best-selling author and USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page joins David M. Rubenstein to discuss her book about Queen Elizabeth's relationships with 13 U.S. presidents and her biographies of Barbara Bush, Nancy Pelosi and Barbara Walters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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