Episodes

  • The 2024 ‘Ask Us Anything’ Episode: In Which We Answer Audience Questions

    The 2024 ‘Ask Us Anything’ Episode: In Which We Answer Audience Questions
    May 10 2024
    We recently invited our audience to ask us anything, and we got excellent questions in return. The queries ran the gamut from ‘What literary theme park would you design?’ to ‘How do you hope people relate to your show?’ and ‘Are you still thinking about developing tours of bookshops in Europe?’ In this mini-episode, we answer those questions and more — including what we do if we find a great book after a show has aired, what the inside of our podcast recording booth looks like, and whether or not Dave is really 6’5". And, due to popular demand, we deliver an update on our cat Smudge. Links We answered other popular questions in previous editions of ‘Ask Us Anything,’ including how we met, whether or not we really love everything we recommend, previous jobs, and more. 2020 Ask Us Anything 2021 Ask Us Anything Transcript of this episode. Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • SSoP Podcast Season 6: Announcing 12 Fascinating Destinations

    SSoP Podcast Season 6: Announcing 12 Fascinating Destinations
    May 3 2024
    Season 6 of the Strong Sense of Place podcast starts 24 May! We’ve put together an itinerary of 12 thrilling destinations with a journey to every region of the globe. Pack your (virtual) bags for Europe, Asia, the Middle East, South America, and two great cities on opposite coasts of the United States. This time, we’re also heading to space (and two other super-fun themes). Get ready to explore customs, history, scenery, food, art, and more — all you need is your curiosity, an open heart, and a favorite spot to read. Click right here to see stunning photos of our Season 6 destinations. Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • LoLT: The Magic of Music Discovery and Two New Books

    LoLT: The Magic of Music Discovery and Two New Books
    Apr 26 2024
    In this episode, we get excited about two books: Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench & Brendan O’Hea and The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson. Then Dave recommends a website to find new-to-you music. Links Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench & Brendan O’Hea The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania by Erik Larson Similar Songs Finder website Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • LoLT: Amy Tector’s Poetry Habit and Two New Books

    LoLT: Amy Tector’s Poetry Habit and Two New Books
    Apr 19 2024
    In this episode, we get excited about two books: Honor the Dead by Amy Tector and Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne. Then, our special guest author, Amy Tector, shares how she starts her day with poems. Links Honor the Dead: Dominion Archives Mystery #3 by Amy Tector by Amy Tector Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne Honor the Dead: Dominion Archives Mystery #3 by Amy Tector by Amy Tector Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne Amy Tector’s website Amy Tector on Substack: Méli-Mélo The Foulest Things: Dominion Archives Mystery #1 by Amy Tector Speak for the Dead: Dominion Archives Mystery #2 by Amy Tector The Honeybee Emeralds by Amy Tector Louise Penny Transported Me Home When I Needed it Most — an essay by Amy Tector Video: Murder and Mayhem in the Canadian Archive w/ Amy, Mel, and Dave Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • LoLT: The Currywurst Story & Two New Books (replay)

    LoLT: The Currywurst Story & Two New Books (replay)
    Apr 12 2024
    In this episode, we get excited about two books: ‘Cold People’ by Tom Rob Smith and ‘Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life’ by Dacher Keltner. Then Mel shares the delicious history of Berlin’s currywurst. Links Cold People by Tom Rob Smith Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life by Dacher Keltner Currywurst History Currywurst Recipe Top 20 Hangover Foods Herta Heuwer Memorial Plaque Herta Heuwer Google Doodle Transcript of this episode The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Twitter Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • LoLT: Inspiring Brontë Stories and Two New Books

    LoLT: Inspiring Brontë Stories and Two New Books
    Apr 5 2024
    In this episode, we get excited about two books: How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin and Table for Two: Fictions by Amor Towles. Then Mel explains how much she’s loving the new Brontë Parsonage podcast. Links How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin Table for Two: Fictions by Amor Towles Rules of Civility by Amor Towles A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles Podcast: Russia: Revolution, Hope, and Vodka Video: A Gentleman in Moscow trailer Brontë Parsonage website Behind the Glass: A Parsonage Podcast The Guardian on Anne Brontë’s interest in geology Photos that take you inside the Parsonage Video: Tour of the Parsonage Rowan Coleman’s website The Brontë Mysteries series by Bella Ellis Bella Ellis on Instagram Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • LoLT: Immersive Theater and Two New Books

    LoLT: Immersive Theater and Two New Books
    Mar 29 2024
    In this episode, we’re excited two new books: The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft and Why We Remember: The Science of Memory and How It Shapes Us by Charan Ranganath. Then Dave shares his thrilling experience at Guys and Dolls in London. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/StrongSense and get on your way to being your best self. Links The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft Flights by Olga Tokarczuk Excerpt of The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft Why Translators Should Be Named on Book Covers 27 Great Books In Translation Why We Remember: The Science of Memory and How It Shapes Us by Charan Ranganath Nye at the National Theatre, London National Theatre Tour info Six, The Musical around the world Guys and Dolls at the Bridge Theatre, London Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, London Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • LoLT: Rambutan Restaurant London and Two New Books

    LoLT: Rambutan Restaurant London and Two New Books
    Mar 22 2024
    In this episode, we get excited about two books: The Morningside by Téa Obreht and James by Percival Everett. Then Mel tells us about an unforgettable Sri Lankan meal at Rambutan. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/StrongSense and get on your way to being your best self. Links The Morningside by Téa Obreht The Tiger’s Wife by Téa Obreht Téa Obreht on How She Found The Morningside Excerpt of The Morningside by Téa Obreht James by Percival Everett Podcast: Sri Lanka: Remarkable, Relentless, Resplendent Rambutan: Recipes from Sri Lanka by Cynthia Shanmugalingam Rambutan website and Instagram Recipes from Rambutan here and here Borough Market website Cubitts eyeglasses Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins