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Club Calvi

Mary Calvi

Booking Overview

This is a weekly author-interview book-club show focused primarily on fiction, featuring writers discussing research, writing process, publication, and reader questions about new books. PR agencies could credibly pitch bestselling novelists, award-recognized authors, and distinctive debut writers with a timely book and compelling craft or research story; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 34

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.2M subscribers

Instagram: 2.2k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

desk@cbs2ny.com

zanger@cbsnewyork.com

saige.gipson@cbsnews.com

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Host

Mary Calvi - New York journalist and television news anchor associated with CBS New York.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Published fiction authors, particularly bestselling, award-recognized, or distinctive debut writers with a timely new book and a compelling research, writing, or publishing story.
Required Achievements:  
New York Times bestseller status, Bestselling books, Starred reviews, Multiple published books, Notable editorial or publishing experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Charles Lachman - Researching And Writing A Nonfiction Account Of The Post-world War II Manhunt For Nazi War Criminals.

Chris Bohjalian - Drawing On Personal Experience In Fiction, Developing Characters, And Writing Without An Outline.

Victoria Christopher Murray - Researching And Co-writing A Pair Of Aces, Including The Story Of Prosecutor Eunice Carter And Organized Crime.

Marie Benedict - Researching And Co-writing A Pair Of Aces, Including The Story Of Prosecutor Eunice Carter And Organized Crime.

John Searles - Writing Single Girls, Helen Gurley Brown, Cosmopolitan's Early Years, And His Path From Magazine Editor To Novelist.

Recent Topics

Fiction, Authors, Writing, Publishing, Book Clubs

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Club Calvi
:

Amy Chozick on "With Friends Like You" & Its Shocking Twist

October 07, 2026

Amy Chozick talks with Mary Calvi and answers questions from readers about her debut novel "With Friends Like You." The psychological thriller was voted a Club Calvi Readers' Choice. It's about an overwhelmed and lonely new mother in Manhattan who believes the answer to all of her problems is finding her college roommate who disappeared 15 years prior into the world of adult entertainment. Club Calvi readers loved the novel's jaw-dropping twist. Chozick also talked about the screenplay she ...

Amanda Peters on "The Birthing Tree," Family Legacy, & Honoring Indigenous Culture

September 30, 2026

Amanda Peters achieved bestselling and award-winning success with her first book, "The Berry Pickers." She talked with Mary Calvi about her new novel "The Birthing Tree." It's about a woman who returns to her Indigenous community after years away, and who learns the truth behind family secrets and reconnects with her family's lineage and customs. Peters told Mary about her personal inspiration for writing the story, and how she puts some of her own characteristics in her characters. ClubCal...

Susan Lucci on her latest memoir, her life after heartbreaking loss, and "All My Children" (January 2026)

September 23, 2026

15 years ago, the daytime drama "All My Children" was cancelled ending Susan Lucci's iconic, 41-year portrayal as Erica Kane. It was one of the most famous roles on television. Lucci would continue to have success on screen and stage. At her side was her beloved husband of five decades, Helmut Huber. He died in 2022. Marry Calvi talks to Lucci about her recent memoir, "La Lucci," in which she shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming grief and how she found her way into the light. ...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Club Calvi
:

How do I get in touch with Club Calvi?

Club Calvi is hosted by Mary Calvi. Its publicly listed emails are desk@cbs2ny.com, zanger@cbsnewyork.com, and saige.gipson@cbsnews.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Club Calvi?

The publicly listed emails for Club Calvi: desk@cbs2ny.com, zanger@cbsnewyork.com, and saige.gipson@cbsnews.com.

How many listeners does Club Calvi have?

Podseeker estimates Club Calvi reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Club Calvi?

Club Calvi typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published fiction authors, particularly bestselling, award-recognized, or distinctive debut writers with a timely new book and a compelling research, writing, or publishing story. Common among recent guests: New York Times bestseller status; Bestselling books; Starred reviews. Recent guests include Charles Lachman, Chris Bohjalian, and Victoria Christopher Murray.

How hard is it to get booked on Club Calvi?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Club Calvi cover?

Recent episodes cover Fiction, Authors, Writing, Publishing, and Book Clubs. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

desk@cbs2ny.com

zanger@cbsnewyork.com

saige.gipson@cbsnews.com

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