Author and narrator Lindy West is at her incendiary best in her latest collection of essays, which unpack the bizarre, broken, and infuriating mess of current American politics. She takes small bits of pop culture--from famous internet cats to Adam Sandler movies--and uses them to illustrate complex truths about patriarchy, racism, and climate change. West's sharp and sometimes biting narration perfectly captures the dry humor of her own jokes. But there are also moments when her voice almost catches, revealing her deep compassion for the world. Her anger and exhaustion come through loud and clear, but so does her earnest hope for the work still to be done. This is a must listen for anyone who cares about the future of the country--and the planet.
Pub Date: Nov. 19, 2019
Duration: 6 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781549141591
Publisher: Hachette 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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