A Willingness to Let Things Take Time with Joshua S. Levy
Release Date: 01/07/2025
What Gives Yuyi Morales Hope
The Children's Book Podcast
Yuyi Morales, author illustrator of (Neal Porter Books), shares what is giving her hope today: taking care of something important to her. This is a new miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit community to share what is giving them hope today. Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Visit Yuyi Morales online at Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You...
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Emotional Rollercoasters with Alison Green Myers
The Children's Book Podcast
Alison Green Myers, author of (Dutton Books for Young Readers), joins Matthew to talk about the inconsistent upbringings and emotional rollercoasters. Visit Alison Green Myers online at Other helpful links: - Our Summer Camp is a not-to-be-missed experience with 1:1 mentorship, educational and inspirational keynotes, breakout sessions in your chosen track, a community of fellow creatives, time to create, and lots of fun! Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Our podcast logo was created by Duke...
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What Gives Alexandra Villasante Hope
The Children's Book Podcast
Alexandra Villasante, author of (Nancy Paulsen Books), shares what is giving her hope today: stopping and looking in community. This is a new miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit community to share what is giving them hope today. Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Visit Alexandra Villasante online at Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can...
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Strength and History with Stacy Wells
The Children's Book Podcast
Stacy Wells, co-author of (Heartdrum), co-authored by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, joins Matthew to talk about never giving up because those that came before us never gave up. Visit Stacy Wells online at Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well....
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What Gives Torrey Maldonado Hope
The Children's Book Podcast
Torrey Maldonado, author of (Nancy Paulsen Books), illustrated by Teresa Martínez, shares what is giving him hope today: teaching kids how to find a just right book for them. This is a new miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit community to share what is giving them hope today. Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Visit Torrey Maldonado online at Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast...
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Writers are Listeners with Nikki Grimes
The Children's Book Podcast
Nikki Grimes, author of (Bloomsbury Children's Books), joins Matthew to talk about creating an entryway to discussion. Visit Nikki Grimes online at Other helpful links: - Honoring the contributions of Nikki Grimes to the field of children’s literature through her advocacy and writing. This scholarship celebrates Black and Afro-Indigenous female writers and poets. - New York Times bestselling author Nikki Grimes is a long-time friend of this organization and our community. This cabin honors her, and features some of her awards and copies of most of her...
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What Gives Stacy Wells Hope
The Children's Book Podcast
Stacy Wells, co-author of (Heartdrum), with co-author Nikki Grimes and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, shares what is giving her hope today: people out in the world who are doing good things. This is a new miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit community to share what is giving them hope today. Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Visit Stacy Wells online at Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. ...
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A Collective Healing with Yuyi Morales
The Children's Book Podcast
Yuyi Morales, author illustrator of (Neal Porter Books), joins Matthew to talk about the voices of people fighting to protect our world, our rights, and our people. Visit Yuyi Morales online at Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
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A Constant Journey to Become Ourselves with Jessie Sima
The Children's Book Podcast
Jessie Sima, author illustrator of (Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers), joins Matthew to talk about the constant journey each of us takes to become ourselves. Visit Jessie Sima online at Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
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(R) What Gives Padma Venkatraman Hope
The Children's Book Podcast
*This episode is a rebroadcast. The original episode aired March 22, 2025. Padma Venkatraman () shares what is giving her hope today: the nature of hope itself. Even when we’re in dire circumstances, it’s something that keeps us going. This is a new miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit community to share what is giving them hope today. For a full transcript, episode takeaways, quotes, and more, visit and search “The Children’s Book Podcast” or click on the link in the show notes. Learn more...
info_outlineJoshua S. Levy, author of Finn and Ezra's Bar Mitzvah Time Loop (Katherine Tegen Books) and co-editor of On All Other Nights: A Passover Celebration in 14 Stories (Harry N. Abrams), talks about where the characters start and where they have to go.
Visit Josh online at www.joshuasimonlevy.com
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Finn and Ezra's Bar Mitzvah Time Loop and On All Other Nights are also each available as an audiobook at your local library or through Libro.fm, where your purchase also supports independent bookstores in the process!
For a full transcript, episode takeaways, quotes, and more, visit DeepCast.fm and search “The Children’s Book Podcast” or click on the link in the show notes.
Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (https://stebs.design/).
Our music is by Podington Bear.
Podcast hosting by Libsyn.
You can support the show and buy me a coffee at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes.
Be well. And read on.