Sorkin's thoroughly researched depictions of the personalities and market gyrations that led up to the stock market crash of 1929 give the listener insights into the economic greed and foolishness of the 1920s. A NEW YORK TIMES writer and television personality, Sorkin narrates as a practiced professional. While the audiobook may be considered a parable for today's "market manias," its power derives from its cast of characters: Banker Charles McGrath, tried but acquitted of fiscal misdealing; Jack Morgan, secretive son of JP; Herbert Hoover, well equipped to be president but averse to reform. Taking the story four years beyond the crash is helpful. Sorkin details reforms like the Glass-Steagall Act (1933), which separated commercial and investment banking, and the FDIC, which insures bank deposits.
Pub Date: Oct. 14, 2025
Duration: 13 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9780593912089
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Carol Matthau epitomizes a glamour and lifestyle not associated with the 1990's. Here is a life of privilege, tragedy and worry about what friends would think of her new frock or lover. Matthau possesses a voice and delivery that simply could not be improved on. In her coy whisper, she tells compelling stories involving everyone from William Saroyan (husband #1) and Truman Capote to Carson McCullers, Gloria Vanderbilt, and Walter Matthau (husband #2). This excellent audio presentation will leave you wanting to read the entire book to discover what juicy tidbits were left out.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 3 hrs
Publisher: The Publishing Mills
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
A fascinating examination.
Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster fought a lifelong battle for credit, recognition, and compensation. Superman gave birth to the superhero genre in 1938 and spawned comics, toys, television, and movies. Dustin Naylor’s narration is both exciting and faithful to the business of comics and contracts. The story involves organized crime and corruption that even Superman would have difficulty fighting. Author Bernhardt focuses mostly on Siegel, but both he and Shuster lived much of their lives in near-poverty, while DC Comics raked in millions for their creation. As the two men entered their golden years, new executives at DC were more appreciative and negotiated a fairer settlement.
A fascinating examination.Pub Date: June 9, 2026
Duration: 11 hrs, 18 mins
DD ISBN: 9798318584404
Publisher: Tantor Media
Review Posted Online: June 30, 2026
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