The author is a renowned advice columnist as well as the creator of the "It Gets Better" project, an effort to give hope to LGBTQ youth. Savage is at his best in this collection of essays, which cover a range of viewpoints. Primarily, his essays dissect American culture, with particular attention to issues of sexuality and a general leaning toward progressive politics. His succinct articulation of some of the issues within the culture wars will give solace to many progressives. The eloquence of his writing becomes even more palpable in his narration. With years of experience in radio, Savage knows how to deliver his points and drive home ideas. His asides and jokes are genuinely expressed and clearly communicated.
Pub Date: May 28, 2013
Duration: 7 hrs, 45 mins
DD ISBN: 9781101627440
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Buckley offers a reasonable proposal for a national service program without jail or criminal penalties. Narrator Lawrence reads with a slow and careful announcer's voice; one wishes Buckley were reading this one himself. Books on Tape does its usual quality job with formatting, packaging and tape-turning instructions. The reader repeats the last sentence at such times, so you're sure you haven't missed anything. Popular nonfiction collections will appreciate Gratitude, and the topic is likely to prove timely in the years ahead.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 5 hrs
Publisher: Books on Tape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Kozol’s shocking exposé of inequities in the funding of our public schools contrasts white suburban schools with those serving black and Hispanic populations. Interviews with students, teachers, and school administrators add eloquent testimony to Kozol’s disturbing presentation of facts. Narration by Jack Winston is clear and brisk, but the pace is unrelenting, with little pause for transition between scenes or chapters. Winston’s cool, detached voice contrasts with Kozol’s impasssioned and outraged message. The sheer repetition and magnitude of Kozol’s damning evidence is numbing; the narration gives no relief. Powerful medicine, most easily taken in small doses. Music signalling tape changes is jarringly inappropriate.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 8 hrs
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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