Topic: Book People

3 chapters across the catalog

Noodle Nation
Episode 1250 1:30:37 - 1:32:21

1250: Noodle Nation

Book People in Austin and Antifa Training Claims

Following Lara Logan's report on Antifa training in Austin, the hosts speculate that the "independent bookstore" mentioned might be Book People. While acknowledging the store is a community-oriented venue that hosts many types of meetings, they suggest it could be the location for the activities Logan described. They invite listeners in Austin to investigate further.

Furternity
Episode 1063 0:47 - 6:21

1063: Furternity

Chicago Travel Report and Austin Airport Commercialization

A travel report details a recent trip to Chicago for a Ronald McDonald House Global Conference. Observations include significant delays with Southwest Airlines in Austin and the perceived decline of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport due to over-commercialization. The narrative contrasts independent local businesses like Book People with their "souvenir shop" versions found in airport terminals.

GaGa & Little Boy
Episode 282 47:51 - 51:31

282: GaGa & Little Boy

Louis C.K. Confronts Donald Rumsfeld on Opie & Anthony

Comedian Louis C.K. questioned former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld on the *Opie & Anthony* show, asking if he is a "lizard from outer space" who eats human flesh. The hosts discuss Rumsfeld's refusal to directly answer the question and his ongoing book tour for *Known and Unknown*. They analyze the interaction as a rare moment of a celebrity challenging a political figure.