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Hungry Dogs with James Patterson

Hungry Dogs with James Patterson

By: James Patterson
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James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” Tune in each Wednesday for interviews with notable guests like Dolly Parton, BJ Novak, Kathy Bates, Stacy Abrams, David Baldacci, and many more. Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Why Leadership is Communication with Admiral McRaven

    Why Leadership is Communication with Admiral McRaven
    Jul 1 2026
    James Patterson talks with retired four-star Navy SEAL, Admiral William McRaven about leadership in the armed forces and beyond. McRaven discusses his early days in Navy SEAL training camp all the way up to overseeing the bin Laden raid. McRaven shares how his journey from a college journalism major to a university chancellor shaped his view on communication, resilience, and dealing with failure. ABOUT THE SHOW James Patterson—the world’s bestselling author—created Hungry Dogs to explore the minds of extraordinary people, from authors and musicians to actors and politicians. The podcast features in-depth video interviews with leading voices from across a wide variety of industries, including books, music, film, television, politics and sports. The title is inspired by Patterson’s maternal grandmother. As Patterson says, “Nan used to always say, 'hungry dogs run faster.' And I’ve been running fast ever since.” New episodes every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Bob Woodward on Truth, Silence, and the Art of the Interview

    Bob Woodward on Truth, Silence, and the Art of the Interview
    Jun 24 2026
    James Patterson talks with legendary journalist Bob Woodward about his history making career, and how he gets his interviewees to open up. Woodward reflects his career-defining coverage of the Watergate scandal, and his extensive interviews with figures like Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. The two authors also delve into philosophies on family, the importance of humility, and their experience with philanthropy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • President Bill Clinton on Finding Common Ground with the Help of a Moon Rock

    President Bill Clinton on Finding Common Ground with the Help of a Moon Rock
    Jun 17 2026
    James Patterson talks with former President Bill Clinton about life after the White House and how the two of them came to collaborate on bestselling novels like The President Is Missing, The President’s Daughter, and The First Gentleman. President Clinton also reflects on the lasting impact of the Clinton Foundation, the importance of finding common ground with political rivals, and the lessons that have shaped his work since leaving office. He also shares stories about advice from Nelson Mandela that inspired his efforts to combat the global AIDS crisis, and how he once used a moon rock to help build consensus during difficult conversations in the Oval Office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
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