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In this episode of 92NY Talks, join National Book Award winner Joyce Carol Oates on her extraordinary life in letters — and her new book, Letters to a Biographer — when she sits down with author Jonathan Safran Foer, her former undergraduate writing student. Hear them discuss Oates' career, her influence, and the future of American literature. The conversation was recorded on May 19, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

Today I speak with author and activist Jonathan Safran Foer about the current pandemic, how he is coping and an inconvenient problem that dwarfs the impact of Covid. The big C – Climate. Jonathan is the author of three award-winning and internationally best-selling novels. He won The Guardian Book Prize for his debut novel, was included in Granta’s “Best of Young American Novelists” issue as well as The New Yorker’s“20 under 40” list of the best young writers in the US; and his books are published in over 30 languages And I know what you’re thinking. Yes it’s important. Yes I know I should be doing more. And no I’m not doing enough. It’s too hard. In today's espisode we talk about: How the actions of ordinary people as a collective can have huge impacts Not to rely on the government for action and how we can act The simplest most effective solution is diet How we are all hypocrites and a layer of realism is useful Why climate change and global warming has a branding problem Jonathan Safran Foer's book, We Are The Weather , is out now, definitely do go and check it out. Along with another one of Jonathan's books - Eating Animals , it’s certainly one of my must reads for anybody interested in nutrition and how food choices impact the environment. And don't forget to subscribe to The Doctor's Kitchen newsletter where we will be continuing to share weekly science based recipes lifestyle hacks and more tips to help you live the healthiest and happiest lifestyle possible - and please do give us a 5* rating on your podcast player to help support our podcast through this difficult time. Check out the podcast notes on The Doctor's Kitchen Website for links to more articles and books on this subject. Guest Social Media Links Facebook Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a little too much going on in the world of climate change, we try something new this week with Christiana, Paul, and Tom each bringing something they are outraged by or optimistic for. Later, we hear from American novelist, Jonathan Safran Foer. His latest and greatest work, "We Are The Weather" is a fresh look at the climate crisis, with a challenge to start saving the planet with your breakfast. Think you're up for it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling novelist, Jonathan Safran Foer, discusses his first book of nonfiction, Eating Animals. Learn why eating eggs is crueler than eating beef, how eating meat contributes to global warming far more than driving your car, how Safran Foer differs with … Continue reading →