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For Real

For Real is a biweekly nonfiction podcast that puts the spotlight on new books and old favorites that tell it like it is, or at least try to.

The Final Episode

This week Alice and Kim wrap up 125 episodes of the For Real podcast by discussing their favorite reads of 2022 and reflecting on their favorite podcast episodes.

New Books By the End of the Year

This week Alice and Kim talk about new nonfiction out in November and December, including memoirs, cold cases, orchid obsession, and more.

Nonfiction Holiday Gift Guide

This week Alice and Kim make holiday gift guide recommendations.

Books by Indigenous Authors

This week Alice and Kim talk about books by Indigenous authors to recognize Native American Heritage Month. They also speculate about Prince Harry's memoir and share exciting new nonfiction picks.

New Fall Nonfiction

This week Alice and Kim talk new fall nonfiction.

Witches and Boats

This week Alice and Kim reflect on visiting Salem, Massachusets and discuss books about witches and boats.

Nonfic for Hispanic Heritage Month

This week Alice and Kim talk about nonfiction reads for Hispanic Heritage Month.

Women in Sports

This week Kim and Alice go down a rabbit hole talking about A League of Their Own and talk nonfiction about women in sports.

Middle Grade Nonfiction

This week Alice and Kim talk middle grade nonfiction reads.

Books We Read on Summer Break

This week Alice and Kim catch up on all the books they read during their summer break. Plus, they share some new memoirs and social history titles.