If Books Could Kill

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If Books Could Kill is a podcast that critically examines influential nonfiction bestsellers and how they’ve shaped public conversations and ideas. Hosted by Michael Hobbes and Pet er Shamshiri, it offers skeptical, often humorous deep dives into books that are frequently cited in politics, self-help, and pop economics. The show is aimed at adults, but selective episodes can support media literacy discussions with older teens about sources, bias, and evidence. As a free resource, it’s valuable for parents and educators who want to sharpen their own critical reading skills before passing titles on to students. Show more