LeVar Burton Reads

Explore the mystical world of the land of the dead, where Skullbone braves the Great Maw and shares tales of camaraderie and hope. Delve into chilling conversations on mortality and the power of storytelling in the afterlife, reflecting on lessons learned and the value of community connections.

Author Tara Isabella Burton explores the limitations of the human body in a futuristic ancient Rome tale. The story follows a mother who uses her daughter as a test subject to transcend these limitations, leading to profound consequences. The narrative delves into themes of parenthood, modification, faith, and the consequences of obsession.

LeVar Burton Reads is back with all-new episodes featuring stories from authors like Rebecca Makkai and Luis Alberto Urrea. The podcast focuses on favorite authors and speculative fiction. In this episode, the speaker introduces the podcast and teases the upcoming season with a sneak peek and an excerpt from 'The Destroyer' by Tara Isabella Burton.

Discover the unique nighttime guardians in Mafra Palace Library: bats. Learn about the measures taken to preserve the rare book collection. Explore the presence of bats in the library and their role in protecting books from pests like bookworms. Appreciate the annual event at Mafra Palace where scientists and community members observe and learn about bats.

LeVar Burton, host of the podcast Sound Detectives, joins 99% Invisible for a crossover episode. The podcast covers topics such as decimalization in France, unqualified architects, the rise of ghost kitchens, and the Telharmonium instrument. LeVar Burton also introduces Detective Hunch and Audie from Sound Detectives.

A brother and sister try to return home while being lost in the mysterious city of Way Station City, navigating treacherous stairs, encountering dogs, and anticipating a journey through enigmatic world-altering holes.

A mysterious pub draws in lost souls on Christmas Eve. Two friends explore the old city market and stumble upon the 'Three Roses' pub. They spend a memorable night bonding with strangers. Tina experiences a unique sensation while tasting hot chocolate. The narrator prepares to say goodbye to Tina and expresses concerns about her going to a pub. The narrator searches for Tina, reflecting on relationships and finding belonging.

A man named Farid is dragged on the Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj by the angel Gabriel, encountering various landscapes and magical events along the way. Farid is surprised to find his son on this journey and questions how he got there. They visit a grand mosque, have a heartfelt conversation, and reflect on the conflict between divine guidance and personal desires.

Rebecca Roanhorse, author of 'The Takeback Tango', discusses the protagonist's mission to reclaim sacred treasures and seek justice for their people. The podcast includes immersive language learning and music discovery, as well as daring escapes, sponsorship ads, and encounters with familiar accomplices.

LeVar, host of SOUND DETECTIVES podcast, introduces the second episode where the Sound Swindler is still at large and invites listeners to help. The narrator explores adventures with Half Price Books, airplane ear, and the mystery sound of bees. They reveal the mystery sound as the pop of a jam jar lid and introduce the next mystery sound.