Paired up: great books to go with your favourite podcasts

Vancouver Public Library and V.I.A. have teamed up to help you discover new reads, hidden book gems and surprising literary finds.

If you can’t get enough of your favourite podcast, there’s always a great book to help tide you over! VPL’s reading experts pair up top books and podcasts to feed your inquisitive mind.

If you’re into Planet Money: Doughnut Economics by Kate Raworth

Doughnut Economics by Kate Raworth

Kate Raworth reframes our understanding of economics in this playful and eloquent book. Raworth shares seven ways modern-day economists can help humanity prosper and achieve ecological sustainability. 

If Ear Hustle is your thing: In the Place of Justice by Wilbert Rideau

In the Place of Justice by Wilbert Rideau

This is the story of Wilbert Rideau, who was denied a fair trial and sentenced to life in prison. While in prison, he became an award-winning journalist, who worked against all odds to redeem himself.

If your jam is Criminal: The Feather Thief by Kirk W. Johnson

The Feather Thief by Kirk W. Johnson

After learning of the heist of hundreds of bird-skins, Kirk Wallace Johnson became consumed with finding answers to why someone would risk it all. Fans of the Criminal podcast will enjoy this deep dive into a bizarre crime.

If you go wild for q: The Podcast: Buffy Sainte-Marie by Andrea Warner

Buffy Sainte-Marie by Andrea Warner

Music critic Andrea Warner gives an intimate look into the life of songwriter icon Buffy Sainte-Marie. If you enjoy listening to q: The Podcast from CBC Radio, you’ll love getting a closer look into the life of this living legend.

If you can’t stop listening to The Read: I Can’t Date Jesus by Michael Arceneaux

The Read: I Can’t Date Jesus by Michael Arceneaux

Michael Arceneaux examines what it’s like to grow up as a creative, LGBT, black man in America. The essays are hilarious and touching. Both the podcast and book are outspoken and focus on similar topics and popular culture.

If Philosophy Bites just blows your mind: The Great Ideas of Philosophy by Daniel N. Robinson

The Great Ideas of Philosophy by Daniel N. Robinson

In this lecture series, you’ll hear from some of the great philosophers and reflect on human values and beliefs. With 60 lectures, you’ll explore some of the biggest ideas and questions.

If you really dig Bag Man: Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow

Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow

Catch and Kill reads like a spy thriller. It’s a work of investigative journalism that uncovers a conspiracy that started in Hollywood and travelled to Washington and beyond.

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