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The Bookum Nook Show
🎙️ Welcome to The Bookum Nook Show:
Join us for a podcast adventure that's not one, not two, but three shows in one!
1 - Creators Talk Podcast
Dive into the world of bookish content creators – those amazing individuals who craft content that makes you want to grab a book and dive in. It's like having a chat with the cool folks behind the scenes, without saying the "influencer" word. We're talking to them about how they create content that sparks your reading enthusiasm and their step-by-step content process. Imagine chatting with your favorite YouTuber or BookTuber, but on the audio waves!
2 - Founders Talk Podcast
Ready for a laid-back chat with the brains behind businesses and the books they love? We're hanging out with founders, business pros, and maybe an investor or two. Discover how their favorite books are like secret ingredients in their recipe for success. It's not your average business talk; picture a chill book club meeting with a sprinkle of business wisdom. Founders talking to founders – making business a little bookish!
3 - Author Talks Podcast
Jump into the world of writing and books with us. We're having conversations with authors about their latest creations and the magic behind their writing process. It's like sitting down for a cozy chat with your favorite authors – curious, fun, and full of excitement. Readers talking to writers – because every reader has a bit of a writer's spark too!
Get ready for a podcast that's like a fun book club gathering. The Bookum Nook Show is where stories come alive, and everyone's invited!
Download the Bookum App www.bookumapp.com to catch these and other book conversations live and for updates and behind-the-scenes fun!
Episodes
58 episodes
How to Become a CEO with Shellye Archambeau: IBM to Silicon Valley Career Strategy
Today on the Bookum Author Talks Podcast, we sit down with Shellye Archambeau, former CEO of MetricStream and one of Silicon Valley’s first African American female CEOs.Shellye has spent over 30 years in business and techno...
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Angela Nissel on Writing a Memoir, Processing Grief, Boondocks & Being a Caretaker
This week on the Bookum Authors Talk Podcast we sit down with writer, producer, and author Angela Nissel to discuss her powerful new memoir 'Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom is Dead'. In this conversation, Angela opens up about grie...
Being a Reader in New York & Philly | Libraries, Book Culture & Community with Turnpageswithmimi
In this episode of the Bookum Creators Talk Podcast, we sit down with Turnpageswithmimi to explore what it means to be a reader in New York and how book culture continues to evolve across libraries, social media, and community spa...
How Steven Spielberg, George Lucas & Francis Ford Coppola Built Modern Hollywood with Author Paul Fischer
In this episode of Bookum Author Talks Podcast, we sit down with author Paul Fischer, writer of The Last Kings of Hollywood, to explore one of the most important eras in film history.We break down how Francis Fo...
Emely Rumble on Bibliotherapy in the Bronx, How Reading Heals & Builds Confidence
On this episode of the Bookum Author Talks Podcast, we sit down with Emely Rumble, author of Bibliotherapy in the Bronx, to explore how books and poetry can heal your mind, boost confidence, and help you grow emotionally....
James Keyes on Education is Freedom, 7-Eleven & Blockbuster CEO Lessons & Stories
Join us on Bookum Author Talks Podcast with James Keyes, former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, and author of Education is Freedom.In this episode, James shares his journey from working at McDonald’...
Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling on Letters to His Sons, War in the Middle East, and Leadership Lessons
Join the Author Talks Podcast as Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling shares his experiences from over 40 years in the United States Army, including combat in the Gulf War and reflections on leadership, courage, and character. Drawing fr...
Were 90s Sitcoms Actually Better? Geoff Bennett on Fresh Prince, Living Single & Dave Chappelle
On this episode of Author Talks Podcast, PBS NewsHour’s Geoff Bennett breaks down the golden age of Black comedy and its impact on American culture.We explore iconic shows like:The Fresh Prince of Bel...
The True Story of Larry Bird at Indiana State & March Madness with Keith O’Brien
Join us on the Author Talks Podcast with New York Times Bestselling Author Keith O’Brien as we dive into the untold story of Larry Bird. From his small-town beginnings in French Lick to becoming a national icon...
Amber Burns on Creativity, Content Creation & Books
Join us on the Bookum Creators Talk Podcast as we sit down with Amber Burns, a BookTube creator, vlogger, and content creator, to discuss her creative process, day-to-day life, and love for books. From starting her first blog to going in front ...
Franklin Leonard (The Black List) on Hollywood, Screenwriting, Books & the Future of Film
In this episode of the Bookum Founders Talk Podcast, Kyle Colley sits down with Franklin Leonard, the founder of The Black List, the industry-leading platform that discovers and showcases the best scr...
The Stoic Who Ruled the Roman Empire | Dr. Aaron Poochigian on Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius & the Meditations
Have you ever wondered what was going through the mind of the most powerful man in the ancient world? In this episode of Bookum Author Talks, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Poochigian, Classics scholar, poet, and translator, to talk about his brand...
2026 Book Predictions and Pop Culture with Traci Thomas of The Stacks
Traci Thomas of The Stacks joins us to share her 2026 book predictions, must-read authors, and the books everyone will be talking about next year.We kick things off with pop culture highlights Grammys, Oscars, Kendrick Lamar, Ju...
Howard Bryant on Jackie Robinson, Paul Robeson & The 1949 HUAC Testimony
In 1949, Jackie Robinson, baseball's barrier-breaking hero, was asked to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee against Paul Robeson, one of the most famous Black men in the world. They never met. They never shook hands. But ...
Coach Drew on Life After the NFL, Leadership & Coaching Student-Athletes
From the NFL to Coaching Student-Athletes | Oregon Ducks & Atlanta Falcons’ Drew Jay DavisWhat happens after the NFL?Former Oregon Ducks standout and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drew Jay Davi...
Amazon Self-Publishing in 2026: Dave Chesson (Kindlepreneur) on Writing, Marketing, and Book Trends
Amazon Self-Publishing in 2026 with Dave Chesson (Kindlepreneur)In this episode, we sit down with Dave Chesson, founder of Kindlepreneur.com and Publisher Rocket, to break down what authors and writers need to...
George Johnson & Hilary Beard on Building Johnson Products, Funding Soul Train & Going Public
George Johnson: Building the $75M Afro Sheen Empire & Funding Soul TrainAt 97 years old, George E. Johnson Sr. is a living legend. In this extraordinary conversation, the founder of Johnson Products Company—the first Black-own...
Holiday Special 2025 l Bookum
In this holiday special of the Bookum Founders Talk Podcast, we sit down with special guest, Co-Founder, and brother, the brilliant Kris Colley II.We talk through Kris Colley’s role at Bookum, how the idea for the platform first c...
Does Art Require Hubris? Dr. Rebecca Marks on Gothic Literature, Frankenstein & Artists
Does great art require hubris? In this episode of Creators Talk Podcast, we explore Gothic literature, Frankenstein, and the complex relationship between artists and their creations with Dr. Rebecca Marks, a Cambridge PhD specializing in Gothic...
Drew Nieporent on Opening Nobu, Working with Robert De Niro and Lessons from 40 Years in Restaurants
Legendary restaurateur Drew Nieporent sits down to discuss his incredible 40+ year career in the restaurant industry, from opening the iconic Nobu with Robert De Niro and Nobu Matsuhisa to building Tribeca Grill, Montrachet, and over 40 other r...
The REAL History of Soul Food - Thanksgiving, Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, BBQ | With Culinary Historian Adrian Miller
Welcome to the Bookum Author Talks Podcast!In this episode, we sit down with culinary historian and James Beard Award winner Adrian Miller to explore the REAL history of soul food. We dive deep into Thanksgiving history and traditions, ...
How the Oldest Black-Owned Family Construction Company Built America w/ Cheryl McKissack Daniel 🎙
My guest today on the Bookum Author Talks Podcast is the generational powerhouse Cheryl McKissack Daniel. Cheryl is the President and CEO of McKissack & McKissack, a design and construction company founded by Moses McKissack in 1905. It is ...
ClassicallyClare on Shakespeare, Collective Reading, & Annotating Classic Books 🎙
In this episode of Creators Talk Podcast, we sit down with @classicallyclare Juilliard-trained pianist, book content creator, and host of Study Hall Book Club We d...
Inside the $23 Billion NFL Empire with Ken Belson on Jerry Jones, Streaming, & Power 🎙
On this episode of Bookum Author Talks, we sit down with New York Times journalist and bestselling author Ken Belson to unpack how the NFL became a billion dollar empire. We cover stadiums, streaming, anti-trust battles, and social justice. Thi...
The QB Evolution with ESPN Sr. Writer and Author Seth Wickersham "American Kings"
In this episode of Bookum Author Talks Podcast, we sit down with ESPN Senior Sports Writer Seth Wickersham to discuss his new book "American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback." We discuss the evolution of the NFL quarterback position, what ...