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New Books in Popular Culture

Daniel Moran, Anna Olteanu

Booking Overview

An author-focused interview show about newly published books and research in popular culture, featuring external authors, scholars, and cultural figures in expert-led conversations. PR agencies could credibly pitch book authors, academics, cultural critics, musicians with substantial literary projects, and experts on film, music, literature, or cultural history; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need a strong new book and established intellectual or professional credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 600

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

marshallpoe@newbooksnetwork.com

caleb@newbooksnetwork.com

hello@newbooksnetwork.com

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Host

Daniel Moran - Writer and scholar whose work focuses on literature and film. He holds a Ph.D. in history from Drew University, teaches writing, co-hosts Fifteen-Minute Film Fanatics, and is the author of Creating...

Anna Olteanu - Wesleyan University scholar focused on intellectual history, political ecology, the history of economic thought, and literary criticism.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Authors of recently published books, academics, cultural critics, musicians with substantial literary or cultural projects, and recognized experts whose work addresses popular culture, film, music, literature, history, economics, or related fields.
Required Achievements:  
Recently published book from an established academic or commercial press, Recognized scholarship or professional expertise, Literary, academic, or industry awards, Major media, publishing, or cultural credentials

Recent Guest Discussions

Robyn Hitchcock - His Memoir Stranded In The Future, The Soft Boys, Songwriting, Artistic Obsession, Syd Barrett, And The Cultural Atmosphere Of The 1970s.

Brian Jay Jones - George Lucas’s Life And Career, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Filmmaking, Special Effects, And The Evolution Of Popular Film Franchises.

Brian Callaci - The Franchise Economy, Market Structure, Antitrust Law, Corporate Power, Labor, And The Relationship Between Franchisors And Small Businesses.

Ed Park - Three Tenses, Revisiting An Early Manuscript, Artistic Development, Literary Form, And The Process Of Publishing Work Written Decades Earlier.

Recent Topics

Popular Culture, Film, Music, Literature, Publishing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
New Books in Popular Culture
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Poetry in General: How a Literary Form Became Public with Keegan Cook Finberg (Columbia UP, 2025)

October 27, 2026

What is the place of poetry in the modern world? In Poetry in General: How a Literary Form Became Public (Columbia UP, 2025), Keegan Cook Finberg, an Associate Professor of English at University of Maryland, Baltimore County narrates the contemporary history of poetry as the emergence of a public literary form. The book shows poets' engagement with social and economic changes, such as the rise of bureaucracy and office jobs, suburbanisation, feminism, and neoliberalism, alongside changes in l...

Once Upon a Time in South Central LA: John Singleton's Hood Trilogy with Mark D. Cunningham (UP of Mississippi, 2026)

October 27, 2026

After the groundbreaking success of his debut film, Boyz N the Hood in 1991, filmmaker John Singleton (1968–2019) gained worldwide acclaim, earned the respect of major film industry figures, and became the topic of both scholarly and popular culture film conversations. He also made history by becoming the youngest—and the first African American—nominee for the Academy Award for Best Director. However, lukewarm reception for his sophomore release, Poetic Justice in 1993, dampened the momentum ...

BAM!: John Madden, the NFL Explosion, and the Video Game that Changed Sports with Scott Howard-Cooper (Diversion Books, 2026)

October 27, 2026

John Madden retired abruptly from coaching in 1979, five months after receiver Darryl Stingley suffered a paralyzing injury against his Raiders. The tragedy would never leave him. He had no intention of entering broadcasting. Yet, within a decade—BAM!—he had become the most recognizable voice in football and a driving force behind America’s most powerful sports league.Veteran sports journalist Scott Howard-Cooper reveals how Madden recast himself at exactly the right moment. Television was tr...

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How do I get in touch with New Books in Popular Culture?

New Books in Popular Culture is hosted by Daniel Moran and Anna Olteanu. Its publicly listed emails are marshallpoe@newbooksnetwork.com, caleb@newbooksnetwork.com, and hello@newbooksnetwork.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 New Books in Popular Culture?

The publicly listed emails for New Books in Popular Culture: marshallpoe@newbooksnetwork.com, caleb@newbooksnetwork.com, and hello@newbooksnetwork.com.

How many listeners does New Books in Popular Culture have?

Podseeker estimates New Books in Popular Culture reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for New Books in Popular Culture?

New Books in Popular Culture typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Authors of recently published books, academics, cultural critics, musicians with substantial literary or cultural projects, and recognized experts whose work addresses popular culture, film, music, literature, history, economics, or related fields. Common among recent guests: Recently published book from an established academic or commercial press; Recognized scholarship or professional expertise; Literary, academic, or industry awards. Recent guests include Robyn Hitchcock, Brian Jay Jones, and Brian Callaci.

How hard is it to get booked on New Books in Popular Culture?

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

What topics does New Books in Popular Culture cover?

Recent episodes cover Popular Culture, Film, Music, Literature, and Publishing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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caleb@newbooksnetwork.com

hello@newbooksnetwork.com

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