NPR Launches ‘Books We’ve Loved’ Podcast To Celebrate Literary Classics.

The team beyond NPR’s “Book of the Day” podcast launched a new limited series on Saturday (Oct. 18) that will give listeners a way to “geek out” on literary classics, and makes the case for why these timeless reads are still relevant today. The show called “Books We’ve Loved” pairs lively conversation with cultural insight, bringing fresh perspectives to treasured titles such as Jane Austen’s “Pride & Prejudice,” James Baldwin’s “Giovanni’s Room” and “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn.

“We’re thrilled to carve out a space for book lovers to fan out about some of the most celebrated literature of all time,” said Yolanda Sangweni, NPR’s Vice President of Cultural Programming. “It’s a chance to revisit beloved authors and equally beloved stories with fresh eyes.”

The series is hosted by NPR Arts Desk reporter and “Book of the Day” host Andrew Limbong and “Code Switch” co-host B.A. Parker. Confirmed guests include New York Times bestselling authors Casey McQuiston and Jessamine Chan; NPR “Morning Edition” host Michel Martin; “Pop Culture Happy Hour” co-hosts Linda Holmes and Glen Weldon; longtime NPR editor Barrie Hardymon; “The Indicator” co-host Wailin Wong; podcast host and professor Greta Johnsen; and television writer, playwright, and author R. Eric Thomas.