• Decoding Diaries with Author Jeremy Jones
    36 mins
  • When Small Moments Change Everything | Daniel Wallace
    Oct 5 2026

    North Carolina writer Daniel Wallace sits down with Wiley Cash to discuss his latest collection Beneath the Moon and Long Dead Stars, how he found a home in Chapel Hill, the way visual art complements his writing, and the people who shaped his works, including his breakthrough novel Big Fish: A Novel of Mythic Proportions. A message from our sponsor, Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community in Asheville: Your Next Chapter Beings Here Whether you prefer to spend your days in a kayak, on a mountaintop or simply enjoying the view, Asheville is the place of dream retirements. Your exciting new adventure is calling — and the answer is here at Deerfield. Visit https://deerfieldwnc.org to learn more. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing one episode per month! Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com https://www.ourstate.com/topics/arts-culture/book-review/book-club/

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    34 mins
  • How Author Etaf Rum Changed the Narrative
    37 mins
  • Penning the Past With Andrew Lawler
    Jul 15 2026

    Author Andrew Lawler reflects on an upbringing steeped in history and how childhood memories of The Lost Colony inspired his novel, The Secret Token.

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    37 mins
  • The Christie Affair with Nina De Gramont
    32 mins
  • From Baddest to Saddest with Award-Winning Author Heather Frese
    May 13 2026

    Award-winning author Heather Frese discusses the magic of North Carolina's coastline, her inspiring memories of Hatteras Island, and how her deeply personal characters were brought to life. A message from our sponsor, Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community in Asheville: Your Next Chapter Beings Here Whether you prefer to spend your days in a kayak, on a mountaintop or simply enjoying the view, Asheville is the place of dream retirements. Your exciting new adventure is calling — and the answer is here at Deerfield. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing one episode per month!

    Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com https://www.ourstate.com/topics/arts-culture/book-review/book-club/

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    33 mins
  • In Her Own Words: Author Halle Hill Finds Her Voice
    Apr 15 2026

    Award-winning author Halle Hill discusses her short story collection, Good Women. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing one episode per month! Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com https://www.ourstate.com/topics/arts-culture/book-review/book-club/

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    32 mins
  • Carrying the Flame: Author Terry Roberts on Mentorship and Mountain Stories
    Mar 18 2026

    Terry Roberts discusses his novel, The Sky Club. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories.

    Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing one episode per month!

    Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com

    https://www.ourstate.com/topics/arts-culture/book-review/book-club/

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    47 mins