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The Big Snore
by Studio Zapth
The Big Snore is a weekly storytelling podcast. Each episode features a reading from a book, article, or magazine and runs 15-20 mins in length. Primarily created as a sleep aid, The Big Snore can be listened to as a short form audio book at any time of the day.New episodes release Sundays at 5pm. For requests, please tweet us @TheRealBigSnore.
Episodes
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I’m glad my mom died, Jennette McCurdy
This biography was all the rage when it came out last year. It’s Jennette McCurdy’s life as a child star and her complicated relationship with her mother.
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Rodham, Curtis Sittenfeld
Rodham is a historical fiction novel that imagines a world where Hillary Rodham never marries Bill Clinton. Enjoy!
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The Notebook, Nicholas Sparks
Who hasn't heard of The Notebook! I'm a big fan of the movie, and was told repeatedly by everyone on the Internet that the novel is so much better. I respectfully disagree. The movie is a masterpiece and far exceeds the book in character development, depth, and pace. Regardless, the book is a…
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Daughters of the Samurai, Janice P Nimura
This episode features a reading from Janice P Nimura's fascinating book Daughters of the Samurai. It's a book that chronicles the lives of five young girls who were sent by the Japanese government to the United States to learn the customs of the Americans and come back to Japan to teach them to...
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Maps for Lost Lovers, Nadeem Aslam
This episode features the start of Nadeem Aslam's acclaimed novel Maps for Lost Lovers. It's a tale of a small Muslim community in England where two lovers, Jugnu and Chanda, have gone missing. Enjoy!
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Hana Khan Carries On, Uzma Jalaluddin
Hana Khan Carries On is Jalaluddin’s second novel. This reading features Hana’s podcast, “Brown Girl Rambles” and a dramatic confrontation with her frenemy, Aydin. Enjoy!
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If an Egyptian cannot speak English, Noor Naga
This episode features a reading from Noor Naga’s acclaimed novel If an Egyptian cannot speak English. Thanks for listening!
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On Rotation, Shirlene Obuobi
On Rotation takes us on Angie’s journey through med school and residency and finding love somewhere in there. This episode features her first encounter with Ricky. Enjoy!
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All the Lonely People, Mike Gayle
This episode features a reading of an excerpt from Mike Gayle’s very charming novel, All the Lonely People. You’ll hear about Hubert and Joyce and their budding romance.
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The Sanctuary, Andrew Hunter Murray
From Murray’s second novel, The Sanctuary, we learn about Ben Parr’s journey to discover the mysterious island that has convinced his fiancée to leave him. Enjoy!
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We hunt the flame, Hafsah Faizal
This episode features a reading from the wildly popular Sands of Arawiyah duology. Enjoy!
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This Woven Kingdom, Tahereh Mafi
This Woven Kingdom is a beautifully crafted story about Alizeh and her journey as a being made of fire in a world full of humans. I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as I enjoyed reading it.
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Caesar’s last breath, Sam Kean
In this episode, we venture back to the late 18th century to the real-life story of Beddoes and the discovery of laughing gas.
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Run Towards the Danger, Sarah Polley
In honor of Sarah’s 2023 Academy Award nomination, this episode features her account of a trip to PEI. Enjoy!
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The Maid, Nita Prose
This episode features a very descriptive first-person account of a hotel maid going about her daily routine. Our maid is a character, raised by her late Gran, and oddly naive about the world around her. Hope you enjoy listening.
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If I disappear, Eliza Jane Brazier
It’s been a hot minute! The first episode back is a real treat and very meta. Eliza Jane Brazier’s debut novel features a true-crime podcast host who has gone missing. Enjoy!
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Bread Men, Charles Davies
There are some families that change the face of an entire country. The Weston’s are one such family. “Bread Men” is a captivating read on their rise and struggles in growing an empire. Our latest episode features a rare reading from the very beginning of the book. Enjoy!
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Gmorning, Gnight! By Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jonny Sun
This episode features a number of short, feel-good morning and night wishes. Enjoy!
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Station Eleven, Emily St. John Mandel
This episode features a reading from Emily St. John Mandel’s dystopian fiction novel, “Station Eleven,” set in Toronto, home of the Raptors, the 2019 NBA Champions!
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Ender’s Game, Orson Scott Card
This episode features a reading from the book Orson Scott Card is best known for- Ender’s Game.
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The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel Van Der Kolk
This episode features a reading for Dr. Van Der Kolk’s book on treating trauma and abuse. Enjoy!
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Riding the Bullet, Stephen King
This episode features a reading from Stephen King’s short story, Riding the Bullet. Enjoy!
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Reflecting on one very, very strange year at Uber, Susan Fowler
On the heels of International Women’s Day, it seemed fitting to dedicate an episode to Susan Fowler’s game-changing, history-making blog post.
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In the Garden of Beasts, Erik Larson
This episode features a reading from Erik Larson’s In the Garden of Beasts - set in Berlin against the backdrop of World War II.
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Turbulence, Samit Basu
This episode features a passage from Samit Vasu’s book, Turbluence. It’s especially timely given the Pakistan-India war scare of late.
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Lands of Lost Borders, Kate Harris
This episode features a reading from Kate Harris’s incredible travel book, Lands of Lost Borders.
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1Q84, Haruki Murakami
This episode features a reading from Haruki Murakami’s 1Q84.
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The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Ann Brashares
This episode features a reading of a passage from Ann Brashares’s book, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.
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Kindred, Octavia E. Butler
This episode features a reading from Octavia E. Butler’s book, Kindred.
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Educated, Tara Westover
Our pilot episode features a 20 minute reading of a passage from Tara Westover’s book, Educated.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Big Snore is a weekly storytelling podcast. Each episode features a reading from a book, article, or magazine and runs 15-20 mins in length. Primarily created as a sleep aid, The Big Snore can be listened to as a short form audio book at any time of the day.New episodes release Sundays at 5pm. For requests, please tweet us @TheRealBigSnore.
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Studio Zapth
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How many episodes does The Big Snore have?
The Big Snore currently has 30 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Big Snore about?
The Big Snore is a weekly storytelling podcast. Each episode features a reading from a book, article, or magazine and runs 15-20 mins in length. Primarily created as a sleep aid, The Big Snore can be listened to as a short form audio book at any time of the day.New episodes release Sundays at 5pm....
How often does The Big Snore release new episodes?
The Big Snore has 30 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts The Big Snore?
The Big Snore is created and hosted by Studio Zapth.
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