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Every book Graham Linehan recommended on podcasts

3 books · 2 episodes across 2 podcasts

Graham Linehan appears on long-form interview and cultural commentary podcasts to discuss creative writing, artistic expression, and contemporary sociopolitical developments in Europe and beyond. As a writer and commentator, Linehan frequently weaves literary and theatrical references into his conversations, drawing on classic novels, historical accounts, and dramatic works to illustrate his perspectives. Among his literary recommendations, Linehan enthusiastically points listeners toward Lonesome Dove, the sweeping epic Western novel by acclaimed Texan author Larry McMurtry, urging audiences to experience the celebrated book. In addition to recommending fiction, Linehan discusses works that have left a strong impression on him, such as Michael Ondaatje’s brilliant novel In the Skin of a Lion, noting how the book vividly captures the grueling industrial working conditions of immigrant laborers in early twentieth-century Toronto. Linehan also connects his commentary to the theatrical world, discussing his creative work on comedic plays such as Peter Shaffer’s farce Black Comedy, a play he admires and was asked to write an accompanying piece for due to its extraordinary and chaotic comedic premise. Through these literary and theatrical references, Linehan underscores a deep appreciation for rich storytelling, historical texture, and classic dramatic art.