Tom Hanks, Ta-Nehisi Coates and More Join Barack Obama’s ‘A Great Book’ Podcast at Audible
Former President Barack Obama has picked his six guests for his “A Great Book” podcast to discuss the books that have had the biggest impact on his worldview — and on our society. “A Great Book With Barack Obama” is a six-episode series that debuts exclusively from Audible on Sept. 24, 2026. Later in the […]
President Barack Obama has announced a new six-episode Audible podcast series titled "A Great Book with Barack Obama." The podcast series will premiere on September 24th and feature conversations with six prominent figures in literature and culture, including Tom Hanks, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Jill Lepore, Ben Rhodes, Percival Everett, and Lauren Groff.
The debut episode of the podcast will explore the influence of literature on Obama's life and worldview, as he delves into the books that have shaped his perspectives on identity, power, memory, and culture. The discussions will touch on works such as "The Fire Next Time" by James Baldwin, "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison, "All the Pretty Horses" by Cormac McCarthy, "Gilead" by Marilynne Robinson, "All the King's Men" by Robert Penn Warren, and "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" by John le Carré.
This collaboration between Audible and Higher Ground marks the sixth production under their 2022 first-look deal, following successful series such as "Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast," "Your Mama’s Kitchen: Conversations from the Heart of the Home," "The Wonder of Stevie," "Fela Kuti: Fear No Man," and "Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise." The podcast will be available on Audible, YouTube, and other podcasting platforms following its Sept. 24 debut.
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