The Big Snore
By Studio Zapth
The Big Snore is a weekly storytelling podcast. Each episode features a reading from a book, article, or magazine and runs 15-20 mins in length. Primarily created as a sleep aid, The Big Snore can be listened to as a short form audio book at any time of the day.
New episodes release Sundays at 5pm. For requests, please tweet us @TheRealBigSnore.
New episodes release Sundays at 5pm. For requests, please tweet us @TheRealBigSnore.
The Big SnoreMay 14, 2023
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14:37
I’m glad my mom died, Jennette McCurdy
This biography was all the rage when it came out last year. It’s Jennette McCurdy’s life as a child star and her complicated relationship with her mother.
May 14, 202314:37
Rodham, Curtis Sittenfeld
Rodham is a historical fiction novel that imagines a world where Hillary Rodham never marries Bill Clinton. Enjoy!
May 08, 202318:27
The Notebook, Nicholas Sparks
Who hasn't heard of The Notebook! I'm a big fan of the movie, and was told repeatedly by everyone on the Internet that the novel is so much better. I respectfully disagree. The movie is a masterpiece and far exceeds the book in character development, depth, and pace. Regardless, the book is a sweet little love story and this episode features some of it. I hope you enjoy listening to it.
Apr 23, 202317:09
Daughters of the Samurai, Janice P Nimura
This episode features a reading from Janice P Nimura's fascinating book Daughters of the Samurai. It's a book that chronicles the lives of five young girls who were sent by the Japanese government to the United States to learn the customs of the Americans and come back to Japan to teach them to local society. Thanks for listening!
Apr 16, 202317:11
Maps for Lost Lovers, Nadeem Aslam
This episode features the start of Nadeem Aslam's acclaimed novel Maps for Lost Lovers. It's a tale of a small Muslim community in England where two lovers, Jugnu and Chanda, have gone missing. Enjoy!
Apr 09, 202317:47
Hana Khan Carries On, Uzma Jalaluddin
Hana Khan Carries On is Jalaluddin’s second novel. This reading features Hana’s podcast, “Brown Girl Rambles” and a dramatic confrontation with her frenemy, Aydin. Enjoy!
Apr 02, 202317:46
If an Egyptian cannot speak English, Noor Naga
This episode features a reading from Noor Naga’s acclaimed novel If an Egyptian cannot speak English. Thanks for listening!
Mar 27, 202315:09
On Rotation, Shirlene Obuobi
On Rotation takes us on Angie’s journey through med school and residency and finding love somewhere in there. This episode features her first encounter with Ricky. Enjoy!
Mar 19, 202320:13
All the Lonely People, Mike Gayle
This episode features a reading of an excerpt from Mike Gayle’s very charming novel, All the Lonely People. You’ll hear about Hubert and Joyce and their budding romance.
Mar 12, 202316:15
The Sanctuary, Andrew Hunter Murray
From Murray’s second novel, The Sanctuary, we learn about Ben Parr’s journey to discover the mysterious island that has convinced his fiancée to leave him. Enjoy!
Mar 05, 202316:22
We hunt the flame, Hafsah Faizal
This episode features a reading from the wildly popular Sands of Arawiyah duology. Enjoy!
Feb 28, 202318:47
This Woven Kingdom, Tahereh Mafi
This Woven Kingdom is a beautifully crafted story about Alizeh and her journey as a being made of fire in a world full of humans. I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as I enjoyed reading it.
Feb 19, 202317:10
Caesar’s last breath, Sam Kean
In this episode, we venture back to the late 18th century to the real-life story of Beddoes and the discovery of laughing gas.
Feb 12, 202319:05
Run Towards the Danger, Sarah Polley
In honor of Sarah’s 2023 Academy Award nomination, this episode features her account of a trip to PEI. Enjoy!
Feb 05, 202319:33
The Maid, Nita Prose
This episode features a very descriptive first-person account of a hotel maid going about her daily routine. Our maid is a character, raised by her late Gran, and oddly naive about the world around her. Hope you enjoy listening.
Jan 29, 202318:20
If I disappear, Eliza Jane Brazier
It’s been a hot minute! The first episode back is a real treat and very meta. Eliza Jane Brazier’s debut novel features a true-crime podcast host who has gone missing. Enjoy!
Jan 23, 202320:08
Bread Men, Charles Davies
There are some families that change the face of an entire country. The Weston’s are one such family. “Bread Men” is a captivating read on their rise and struggles in growing an empire. Our latest episode features a rare reading from the very beginning of the book. Enjoy!
Jul 18, 201918:34
Grapes of Wrath, John Steinbeck
This episode features a reading from Steinbeck’s undisputed masterpiece, The Grapes of Wrath. A story of migrant struggle from the 1930’s, some of the passages could ring true for migrants around the world today - almost a hundred years later.
Jul 12, 201918:48
Gmorning, Gnight! By Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jonny Sun
This episode features a number of short, feel-good morning and night wishes. Enjoy!
Jul 08, 201917:21
Station Eleven, Emily St. John Mandel
This episode features a reading from Emily St. John Mandel’s dystopian fiction novel, “Station Eleven,” set in Toronto, home of the Raptors, the 2019 NBA Champions!
Jun 24, 201914:39
Ender’s Game, Orson Scott Card
This episode features a reading from the book Orson Scott Card is best known for- Ender’s Game.
May 29, 201915:41
The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel Van Der Kolk
This episode features a reading for Dr. Van Der Kolk’s book on treating trauma and abuse. Enjoy!
Apr 27, 201918:55
Riding the Bullet, Stephen King
This episode features a reading from Stephen King’s short story, Riding the Bullet. Enjoy!
Apr 23, 201919:49
Reflecting on one very, very strange year at Uber, Susan Fowler
On the heels of International Women’s Day, it seemed fitting to dedicate an episode to Susan Fowler’s game-changing, history-making blog post.
Mar 11, 201919:24
In the Garden of Beasts, Erik Larson
This episode features a reading from Erik Larson’s In the Garden of Beasts - set in Berlin against the backdrop of World War II.
Mar 10, 201918:57
Turbulence, Samit Basu
This episode features a passage from Samit Vasu’s book, Turbluence. It’s especially timely given the Pakistan-India war scare of late.
Mar 04, 201919:21
Lands of Lost Borders, Kate Harris
This episode features a reading from Kate Harris’s incredible travel book, Lands of Lost Borders.
Feb 24, 201918:46
1Q84, Haruki Murakami
This episode features a reading from Haruki Murakami’s 1Q84.
Feb 18, 201919:55
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Ann Brashares
This episode features a reading of a passage from Ann Brashares’s book, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.
Feb 17, 201916:56
Kindred, Octavia E. Butler
This episode features a reading from Octavia E. Butler’s book, Kindred.
Feb 17, 201916:27
Educated, Tara Westover
Our pilot episode features a 20 minute reading of a passage from Tara Westover’s book, Educated.
Feb 16, 201919:07