A Need To Read
A Need To Read mixes book reviews with personal journals inspired by books and interviews with really smart and interesting people, to bring you, what is statistically, one of the best book podcasts on the internet. If you want more from me please sign up for the Good To Know newsletter-- where you can find my latest musings on whatever I’m obsessed about that week and join my book club! https://edjcunningham.substack.com/
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Episodes
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
The Happiness Trap by Dr Russ Harris is one of my most recommended books. It's the most actionable and helpful books about mental health you'll read. I discuss the key points and give you the tools to; diffuse negative thoughts, accept yourself, and set goals in line with your values.
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Monday May 03, 2021
Monday May 03, 2021
Emilia Thompson PhD is a university lecturer, nutrition myth buster, and nutrition coach she intertwines evidence-based nutritional programming with the equally evidence-based methods of mindfulness, self-compassion, gratitude, and behavior change to support her clients.
In this episode we discuss; values, how the fitness industry is destroying eating habits, my ayahuasca trip, if you can combine holistic healing and science, how to set boundaries, non-violent communication, showing up with authenticity, just how amazing Brene Brown is and the importance of vulnerability.
Books discussed
The Games People Play - Eric Berne
Lying - Sam Harris
Dare To Lead - Brene Brown
Daring Greatly - Brene Brown
Rising Strong - Brene Brown
Power Of Now - Eckhart Tolle
Love Factually - Laura Mucha
Untamed - Glennon Doyle
The Untethered Soul - Michael Singer
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Russell Kane is a comedian, screenwriter, podcast host, and actor. In this episode, we discuss; navigating comedy in the age of cancel culture, how to get into comedy, mindset, how books can change your life, and getting a fresh perspective through reading.
Russell will be touring again later in the year, if you want to see him live head to: https://www.russellkane.co.uk/
Books discussed
Son Of A Silverback: Russell Kane
Lifespan: David Sinclair
Surrounded By Idiots: Thomas Erikson
Blackbox Thinking: Matthew Syed
The Party: Elizabeth Day
Extraterrestrial: Avi Loeb
The Sellout: Paul Beatty
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
David Robert Grimes is an Irish science writer with professional training in physics and cancer biology, who contributes to several media outlets on questions of science and society. He has a diverse range of research interests and is a vocal advocate for increased public understanding of science.
In this episode, we discuss his brilliant book 'The Irrational Ape'. We also discuss; The COVID-19 Vaccine, 911 conspiracies, how the ability to change your mind is admirable, Holocaust denial, and how critical thinking can save you and others around you.
Find all you need for David on www.Davidrobertgrimes.com
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot an email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Reviewing & discussing the key points of 'The Psychology Of Money' by Morgan Housel. This book summarises what you need to know about wealth and finances, whilst looking at money from a psychological stand-point as well as a historical one. I loved this book and would chuck it in the 'essential reading' pile.
Books discussed
Food For The Soul - Lucy Lord
The Psychology Of Money - Morgan Housel
Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert Kiyosaki
Money - Rob Moore
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
Book bags & Bookmarks: www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Sathnam Sanghera joins me to discuss his new book 'Empireland: How Imperialism Shaped Modern Britain'. Sathnam is an award winning journalist, writer for The Times, and has his own Documentary called 'The Massacre That Shook The Empire' which you can watch on All4. We discuss his books, racism, the British Empire, and how two of the former impact society and politics today.
Books Discussed
Empireland - Sathnam Sanghera
The Boy With The Topknot - Sathnam Sanghera
Marriage Material - Sathnam Sanghera
Dark Emu - Bruce Pascal
Empire Of The Summer Moon - S. C. Gwynne
A Grain Of Wheat - Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o
Support
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
BuyMeACoffee: To be a legend head to www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Thursday Apr 08, 2021
Thursday Apr 08, 2021
I have to apologise for my sound in this episode. There is a crackle and I couldn't edit it out.
Victoria Spence is confidence and mindset coach. She is a former fitness model turned self-love advocate. And she is an absolute legend and I was lucky to speak to her about; Body Image, the dark side of the fitness industry, disordered eating, mindset, self-care, insecurities and therapy.
Of course, we discussed some books too.
Books discussed
Good Vibes Good Life - Vex King
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life - Wayne Dyer
You Do You - Sarah Knight
Untamed - Glennon Doyle
The Choice - Edith Edgar
A Little Life - Hanya Yangihara
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
BuyMeACoffee: To be a legend head to www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Monday Apr 05, 2021
I sit down with my good friend Giles Crisp to discuss the last year and how podcasting and books have moulded me in to who I am today. We discuss so much from our 10 years of friendship, from falling out to becoming closer than ever through vulnerability and a joint goal of become better people. We also discuss; politics, moving away from your hometown, returning to your true self in your 20’s, people’s capacity for change, psychedelics, alcohol, meditation, journalling, a LOT of books and how mad it is that I now apparently have ‘fans’.
Thanks so much for listening over the last year! I love you all (as much as you can love people you’ve never met), you're all legends.
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
BuyMeACoffee: To be a legend head to www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
A review of the only book Tim Ferris has done a foreword for in recent years. The Almanack Of Naval Ravikant is a brilliant guide on how to live well. Wealth, happiness, habits, judgement, meditation and so much more is covered in the book. I would recommend everyone listen to Naval on Joe Rogans podcast as well as reading the book.
You can get the book for free here: https://www.navalmanack.com/
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
BuyMeACoffee: To be a legend head to www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com
Thursday Mar 25, 2021
Thursday Mar 25, 2021
Jamie Clements is the host of the ‘Man Down Podcast’ which leads the pioneer in the anti-man-up movement he also runs ‘The Breath Space’ a breath work company.
We discuss; Breath work, Reading Habits, Mental Health, Manifestation, Therapy and much more
Find Jamie on Instagram at @JamieClements_
Or head to www.Thebreathspace.co.uk
Books discussed
Just Breathe: Dan Brule
Breath: James Nestor
Exhale: Richie Bostock
Oxygen Advantage: Pat Mckeown
The Body Keeps The Score: Bessel Van Der Kolk
The Midnight Library: Matt Haig
Atomic Habits: James Clear
Skippy Dies: Paul Murray
Support
Patreon Book Club: To support the podcast and be part of the growing community of like-minded readers head to www.patreon.com/aneedtoread
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of online therapy head to www.betterhelp.com/aneedtoread
BuyMeACoffee: To be a legend head to www.buymeacoffee.com/aneedtoread
Contact: If you want to ask me anything shoot and email over to Aneedtoread.podcast@gmail.com