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Wild Card with Rachel MartinLeVar Burton is learning to embrace the chaos (encore)LeVar Burton has three roles he'll forever be known for: Kunta Kinte on the TV series Roots, Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next Generation and host of Reading Rainbow. Those roles have had profound impacts on people and he now understands, as he puts it, "my job is to be LeVar Burton." He talks to Rachel about the tension of that job, his changing definitions of success and learning to embrace the chaos.
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Wayne Brady's What If?! with Jonathan MangumWhat If LeVar Burton Was Our Guest!? (LIVE at Dynasty Typewriter)The legendary LeVar Burton (Star Trek, Reading Rainbow, Roots) joins Wayne and Jonathan LIVE onstage in LA for the first-ever What If?! in front of an audience! From rap battles to sci-fi adventures to a hilariously off-the-rails game of trivia, this episode boldly goes where no episode of What If?! has gone before!Watch this episode on Youtube!Follow LeVar Burton on InstagramFollow Wayne Brady on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jonathan Mangum on Instagram and TikTokThis is a Headgum ...2025-05-151h 06
PodsongsARE YOU GONNA RISE???? Levar Burton inspires Reverend PeytonJoin us in this heartwarming episode of Podsongs where musician Reverend Peyton interviews the legendary American actor and director LeVar Burton. From the transformative impact of 'Roots' and 'Reading Rainbow' to his role as Geordi LaForge in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', LeVar Burton's inspirational journey is laid bare. Reverend Peyton shares personal anecdotes on how Burton shaped his life, and Burton delves into his career, the importance of storytelling, and the influence of seminal figures like Fred Rogers and Gene Roddenberry. Don't miss this emotional conversation filled with admiration, insights, and a lot of heart. Listen to the...2025-04-161h 37
PodsongsARE YOU GONNA RISE???? Levar Burton inspires Reverend PeytonJoin us in this heartwarming episode of Podsongs where musician Reverend Peyton interviews the legendary American actor and director LeVar Burton. From the transformative impact of 'Roots' and 'Reading Rainbow' to his role as Geordi LaForge in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', LeVar Burton's inspirational journey is laid bare. Reverend Peyton shares personal anecdotes on how Burton shaped his life, and Burton delves into his career, the importance of storytelling, and the influence of seminal figures like Fred Rogers and Gene Roddenberry. Don't miss this emotional conversation filled with admiration, insights, and a lot of heart. Listen to the...2025-04-151h 32
I Still Believe in SchoolMini-Episode 13: Lessons from LeVar BurtonIn this mini-episode, Dr. Dave reflects on hopeful lessons learned from hearing actor and children's literacy advocate LeVar Burton speak at the annual meeting of the National Association for the Education of Young Children in Anaheim, CA the day after the election. Dave shares three lessons learned from LeVar that can help families and teachers support children in times of uncertainty. Views expressed are Dr. Dave's interpretations of LeVar's message and do not reflect any other entity.2024-11-1811 min
#RolandMartinUnfilteredSen. Tim Kaine's Campaign, Roland's 1-on-1 with LeVar Burton, RMU Climate Change Special10.22.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Sen. Tim Kaine's Campaign, Roland's 1-on-1 with LeVar Burton, RMU Climate Change Special We are exactly two weeks away from the election. Virginia Senator Tim Kaine will join us to talk about his campaign. Actor and literacy advocate LeVar Burton will be here in our studio. You don't want to miss that conversation. Our second hour is dedicated to climate change. Our experts will discuss how black and brown communities are hit first and worse, have the highest health impacts, and are least likely to recover from climate disasters. Downl...2024-10-232h 38
Pete McMurray ShowTrivial Pursuit game show host LeVar Burton on being snubbed from hosting Jeopardy, "It turned out to not be a real competition"LeVar Burton is the show of the game show "Trivial Pursuit"LeVar talks:-How the hosting competition for 'Jeopardy' wasn't a real competition-Hosting 'Trivial Pursuit'-What people do when they meet him -He starred in ABC's mini-series 'Roots' at age 19-How 'Roots' and Pete played in Peoria-'Star Trek the Next Generation' "Take the step that's in front of you. Because the next step will reveal itself" LeVar BurtonPhoto Courtesy: Reality Blurred
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The Week in Geek Radio ShowThe Week In Geek : Actor LeVar Burton and Collector/Author Ryan Cohn & Regina Rossi 10-13-24This week our Special Guest is non other than Star Trek TNG star, and now Game Show Host LeVar Burton. LeVar talks about his new gig Hosting Trivial Pursuit on Thursdays at 8pm CT on The CW. Later D aska LeVar if he's heard of the word Ambigram, as well as his friendship with Mr. Rogers. Later we are visited by Collectorand Author Ryan Cohn and his wife Regina Rossi. They're here to talk about their new book "The Witch's Door" which is out now on Amazon. The Witch's Door is part autobiography, part introduction to the world of Collecting...2024-10-1452 min
Assembly Required with Stacey AbramsThe Right to Read and Fighting Book Bans with LeVar BurtonIn honor of Banned Books Week, Stacey is joined by two guests: Her mom and former librarian, Reverend Carolyn Abrams, and actor, director, and literacy advocate, LeVar Burton. The trio discuss the transformative power of story and strategies to combat book banning.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Learn More: Banned Books Week: https://bannedbooksweek.org/events/https://twitter.com/BannedBooksWeekhttps://www.instagram.com/banned_books_week/htt...2024-09-2653 min
Don't Ask Tig[encore] LeVar BurtonThis episode originally aired August 04, 2021.Don’t know how to deal with romantic feelings for a coworker who is already in a relationship? Still feeling guilty from that illegal left turn you made decades ago that potentially caused a multi-vehicle pileup? Well, actor and television host LeVar Burton drops by Don’t Ask Tig to help you out. LeVar, who played Lieutenant Commander Geordi La Forge in “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” gives Tig some well-needed advice, commander to commander, about the joys and anxieties that come with being a part of the iconic franchise. Th...2024-09-1133 min
Major Gifts Fundraiser#179: LeVar Burton on Relationships and StorytellingIt's another Masterclass inspired episode. In this episode, Clark Vandeventer shares some of his notes from Levar Burton's MasterClass on Storytelling.
You may know LeVar Burton from his years as host of Reading Rainbow.
LeVar talks about how to tell a great story, but Clark emphasizes that great stories only resonnate when they are told be a trusted source, and trust is developed in relationship.
So, as an organization, where are you lacking?
Are you lacking in storytelling?
Or are you lacking in relationships?
Link to LeVar's...2024-08-2120 min
Wild Card with Rachel MartinLeVar Burton is learning to embrace the chaosLeVar Burton has three roles he'll forever be known for: Kunta Kinte on the TV series Roots, Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next Generation and host of Reading Rainbow. Those roles have had profound impacts on people and he now understands, as he puts it, "my job is to be LeVar Burton." He talks to Rachel about the tension of that job, his changing definitions of success and learning to embrace the chaos.To listen sponsor-free, access bonus episodes and support the show, sign up for Wild Card+ at plus.npr.org/wildcard Learn...2024-07-1827 min
LeVar Burton Reads"The November Story" by Rebecca MakkaiA reality TV show producer tries to make love happen, on- and off-screen. “The November Story” is from MUSIC FOR WARTIME by Rebecca Makkai, published by Viking, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC.Find LeVar on Instagram Live on Monday, May 6th from 6:30-8pm Pacific, celebrating 13 seasons of LeVar Burton Reads! Join us for a Q&A and surprise guests. Follow @levar.burton on IG and sign up for reminders!
2024-04-3049 minLeVar Burton Reads"She Builds Quick Machines" by Lyndsie ManusosRobotics, quick machines, fugitives -- none are exactly what they seem on the surface. Find more from the author at https://lyndsiekay.wordpress.com. And find LeVar on Instagram Live on Monday, May 6th from 6:30-8pm Pacific, celebrating 13 seasons of LeVar Burton Reads! Join us for a Q&A and surprise guests. Follow @levar.burton on IG and mark your calendar!Content advisory: warfare, death
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The SporkfulReheat: LeVar Burton Even Reads Recipes DramaticallyYou may think you know LeVar Burton. After starring in the seminal 1977 mini-series Roots, he hosted Reading Rainbow and starred alongside Sir Patrick Stewart in Star Trek: The Next Generation. These days he hosts the podcasts LeVar Burton Reads, in which he reads his favorite short fiction, and Sound Detectives, for kids who want to explore the magic and mystery of sound. But did you know that, as a teenager, LeVar bought steaks and lobsters that “fell off the back of a truck” and brought them home to his mom? Or that he’s very particular about his PB&J sand...2024-04-1226 min
Things You Might Not Have HeardJohn Calipari, LeVar Burton, Joss Stone & More - 4/11/2024A Morning News Update That Takes Into Account The News Stories You Deem 'Highly Conversational' Today's Sponsor: Hostage Tapehttps://thisistheconversationproject.com/hostagetape Today's Rundown:John Calipari officially hired as Arkansas men's basketball coachhttps://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/39913931/john-calipari-officially-hired-arkansas-men-basketball-coach NFL Helmets Undergoing Major Change For 2024 As 12 New Models Approvedhttps://www.totalprosports.com/nfl/report-nfl-helmets-undergoing-major-change-for-2024-as-12-new-models-approved-with-half-of-them-receiving-one-significant-perk/ 6 former Mississippi law officers to be sentenced in state court for torture of 2 Black menhttps://apnews.com/article/mississippi-goon-squad-sentencing-3519cddc1f1e2827f28bb930045305d6 Le...2024-04-1122 min
Things You Might Not Have HeardJohn Calipari, LeVar Burton, Joss Stone & More - 4/11/2024A Morning News Update That Takes Into Account The News Stories You Deem 'Highly Conversational' Today's Sponsor: Hostage Tapehttps://thisistheconversationproject.com/hostagetape Today's Rundown:John Calipari officially hired as Arkansas men's basketball coachhttps://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/39913931/john-calipari-officially-hired-arkansas-men-basketball-coach NFL Helmets Undergoing Major Change For 2024 As 12 New Models Approvedhttps://www.totalprosports.com/nfl/report-nfl-helmets-undergoing-major-change-for-2024-as-12-new-models-approved-with-half-of-them-receiving-one-significant-perk/ 6 former Mississippi law officers to be sentenced in state court for torture of 2 Black menhttps://apnews.com/article/mississippi-goon-squad-sentencing-3519cddc1f1e2827f28bb930045305d6 Le...2024-04-1122 min
Lifewriting: Write for Your Life!Best of Lifewriting: LeVar Burton!Steve and Tananarive talk to actor LeVar Burton about his career spanning from 1977's adaptation of Alex Haley's ROOTS, where he played Kunta Kinte in an iconic role at the age of only 19, to the recent Star Trek: The Next Generation cast reunion where he reprised his role as Giordi La Forge for Star Trek: Picard. He also discusses Jeopardy and taking his fate in his own hands by creating his hit podcast "LeVar Burton Reads."LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at https://www.speakpipe.com/LifewritingPodcast (We might play your message!) ...2024-03-031h 02
To Dine ForLeVar BurtonLeVar Burton is an actor, director, producer, and host, best known for his roles in Roots, Star Trek, and as the host of Reading Rainbow. From LeVar’s favorite restaurant, Mistral in Sherman Oaks, California, we discuss his incredible career trajectory, how he almost became a priest, his desire to host Jeopardy!, and the biggest lessons he’s learned from his career.Follow To Dine For:Official Website: ToDineForTV.comFacebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTVInstagram: @ToDineForTVTwitter: @KateSullivanTVEmail: ToDineForTV@gmail.com Thank...2024-02-1256 min
Sound DetectivesThe Final Sound... Or Is it?Only one slamming mystery sound left, but Hunch and Audie are at odds! Does the Sound Swindler deserve a second chance? Will they finish in time for LeVar’s grand opening gala? Featuring: OK Go Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/the-final-sound-or-is-it
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find t-shirts, notebooks, and more at https://www.podswag.com/collections/sound-detectives2023-12-2731 min
Sound DetectivesThe ConfrontationHunch is ready to confront LeVar with his suspicions. Can Audie speak up, and be a good friend to LeVar AND a good sidekick to Hunch? Meanwhile, the team goes on an epic journey to track down the source of this haunting and melodic mystery sound. Featuring: Julianne Wilder Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/the-confrontation
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find t-shirts, notebooks, and...2023-12-2035 minLeVar Burton ReadsA 99% Invisible / LeVar Burton Crossover!If you’ve been listening to LeVar's new podcast Sound Detectives, you know there's something irresistible about a missing sound. That’s why we teamed up with our friends at 99% Invisible to tell the story of the first music streaming service, a 200-ton instrument called the Telharmonium whose sound has been lost to history.99% Invisible is a podcast about the unnoticed design that shapes the world we live in. This is their latest episode, a collection of mini-stories that weren’t quite big enough for a whole episode. You’ll hear about time measured in decimals, a rogue un...2023-12-1949 min
Sound DetectivesOn the Same WavelengthHunch and Audie go on a musical adventure and learn that hearing is a spectrum. Audie is in awe of how much – even as an ear – she still has to learn about what it means to be deaf and hard of hearing. LeVar learns something new, too, and wants to add a new exhibit to the museum. Featuring: Matt Maxey Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/on-the-same-wavelength
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com2023-12-1337 min
Sound DetectivesThe Stake OutOn Hunch's suggestion, Audie snoops around LeVar's office and finds a crucial clue! Does LeVar know who stole the missing sounds? And what kind of rude noise is this week's mystery sound? Featuring: Dr. Ainissa Ramirez Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/the-stake-out
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find t-shirts, notebooks, and more at https://www.podswag.com/collections/sound-detectives2023-12-0636 min
Sound DetectivesHunch Has a HunchAfter his investigation, Hunch presents Audie with his... hunch. Audie doesn't want to believe his theory, but there is still a mysterious sputtering sound to return! LeVar seems troubled by a personal matter, but he won’t say what it is. Featuring: Anil Kumar Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/hunch-has-a-hunch
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find t-shirts, notebooks, and more at https://www.podsw...2023-11-2931 min
Sound DetectivesAudie’s Time to ShineHunch is ready to let Audie take the lead! Does Audie have what it takes to solve this menacing mechanical missing sound? Meanwhile, LeVar doesn’t seem interested in the latest Sound Swindler clues, but Hunch begins to have his suspicions about the identity of the culprit. Featuring: Nicole Doz and Anthony Innone Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/audies-time-to-shine
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch...2023-11-2234 min
Savvy PsychologistIntroducing Sound Detectives from LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informativ...2023-11-1609 min
Sound DetectivesWe're Gonna Be FamousDetective Hunch is busy daydreaming about the glory that will come with solving the case and finding the Sound Swindler, but maybe there's more to solving a case than the fame. LeVar sends them a rhythmically crunchy mystery sound, and asks them to stay focused on the missing sounds. Featuring: Samin Nosrat Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/were-gonna-be-famous
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some...2023-11-1535 min
Dads: The PodcastIntroducing Sound Detectives from LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler… all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETE...2023-11-1506 minLeVar Burton ReadsIntroducing: Sound Detectives!LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETE...2023-11-1338 min
The Ten News, News For Curious KidsIntroducing Sound Detectives from LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler ... all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informat...2023-11-0807 min
Sound DetectivesKnow-How vs. Know-NowThe Sound Swindler is still at large, and LeVar is anxious for help! Audie is a-buzz about the mystery sound, but Hunch insists that she needs some detective training first. Hunch knows just the thing: Detective Solvall's Handbook for Young Detectives! Featuring: Samantha Foxx Winship Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/know-how-vs-know-now
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find t-shirts, notebooks, and more at https://www...2023-11-0832 min
Totally Booked with ZibbyIntroducing Sound Detectives from LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler ... all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and...2023-11-0107 min
Sound DetectivesA Brand New CaseA mysterious phone call from famed inventor LeVar Burton ropes Detective Hunch into a new case: missing sounds! Hunch prefers to work alone, but when Audie the Ear turns up on his doorstep, he reluctantly teams up to solve their first bubbling sound mystery. Featuring: Beth Taylor Transcripts: https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com/post/a-brand-new-case
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find...2023-11-0137 min
Josie & Jonny Are Having a Baby (With You!)Introducing Sound Detectives from LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETE...2023-11-0107 min
Science Rules! with Bill NyeIntroducing Sound Detectives from LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETE...2023-11-0107 min
Sound DetectivesBreaking News: Season 1 Launches Next Week, 11/1!A new sneak peek at Sound Detectives, coming November 1st! Sounds have mysteriously gone missing, and everyone is in a panic! Sound Detectives is a fun-filled comedy adventure for the whole family about the magic and mystery of sound. The world famous Detective Hunch teams up with a rookie named Audie – a three foot five inch, walking, talking human ear – to crack the case. They'll need to work together to identify the sounds and nab the nefarious Sound Swindler, all with a little help from LeVar Burton! 2023-10-2504 min
Özel masallah podcastEpisode 1474 - LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton was on track to join the priesthood early in life. But that actually turned out to be the fast track to acting and by age 19 he was starring in one of the most watched television programs of all time. LeVar and Marc talk about what he learned while making Roots, why he wanted to be on Star Trek more than any other job, and how it feels to have people coming up to him every day of his life to saying “you taught me to read” thanks to Reading Rainbow.Submit a question here for next week's Ask...2023-09-281h 21
WTF with Marc Maron PodcastEpisode 1474 - LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton was on track to join the priesthood early in life. But that actually turned out to be the fast track to acting and by age 19 he was starring in one of the most watched television programs of all time. LeVar and Marc talk about what he learned while making Roots, why he wanted to be on Star Trek more than any other job, and how it feels to have people coming up to him every day of his life to saying “you taught me to read” thanks to Reading Rainbow.Submit a question here for...2023-09-281h 18
WTF with Marc Maron PodcastEpisode 1474 - LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton was on track to join the priesthood early in life. But that actually turned out to be the fast track to acting and by age 19 he was starring in one of the most watched television programs of all time. LeVar and Marc talk about what he learned while making Roots, why he wanted to be on Star Trek more than any other job, and how it feels to have people coming up to him every day of his life to saying “you taught me to read” thanks to Reading Rainbow.Submit a question here for next week's Ask...2023-09-281h 21Sound DetectivesComing Soon…Sound DetectivesLeVar Burton presents a serialized kids and family podcast about the mysterious case of missing sounds.Detective Hunch and his new sidekick, Audie the Ear, are on the case to get the world back its soundtrack. Join the team on this semi-improvised comedy caper to return the mystery sounds before the world falls silent . . . all with some help from LeVar Burton himself!
To learn more about Sound Detectives as well as find coloring pages, sound terms, and more, please visit https://www.sounddetectivespodcast.com Want some merch? Find t-shirts, notebooks, a...2023-09-1202 min
The Leadercast Podcast103: Authentic Wisdom w/ LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton is a highly-renowned actor best known for his roles as Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and the host of PBS Kids “Reading Rainbow” for which he received 12 Daytime Emmy Awards as host and executive producer. In this exclusive full-length interview, LeVar Burton and our Hollywood correspondent, Holly Walker discuss all things about the strength of authenticity, accountability, and model leadership. Developing world-class leaders in your community is now easier than ever with Leadercast. In addition to our Flagship May event, becoming a Presenting Partner allows you to stream...2023-08-0151 min
The Shuttlepod ShowEp.2.21: “May La Forge Be With You” with LeVar BurtonSeason 2, episode 21 is here. Dominic, Connor, and Mark have an amazing conversation with LeVar Burton - Commodore Geordi La Forge of Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Picard.This man is a national treasure... Army brat and son of a Teacher. The church. Acting. Directing. Roots. Reading Rainbow. Star Trek. Fatherhood. Living a life of service. The importance of inclusion and representation. It's a tale of two engineers (and Reed).Our beloved Erica LaRose is away today, but she will be back soon. We get some fan questions in, play a round of...2023-05-221h 46
Literally! With Rob LoweLeVar Burton: Our Heroes are HumanOld friends Rob Lowe and LeVar Burton join up to compare their career arcs! On today's episode you'll hear how RoLo and LeVar met, how landing Roots for LeVar’s first professional role shaped his career, why movies from the 1970s hit different, Star Trek, and the origins of Reading Rainbow! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!
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Behind the Mic with AudioFile MagazineAudioFile Favorites: Talking with LeVar BurtonAudioFile is revisiting favorite interviews all this week, and we had to highlight one from way back in the beginning of Behind the Mic: Jo Reed’s interview with LeVar Burton. We all know LeVar from “Roots,” as the beloved host of “Reading Rainbow,” and the host of his podcast “LeVar Burton Reads,” and more iconic roles. Here, LeVar and Jo discuss his friend and mentor, Fred Rogers, and how he jumped at the opportunity to narrate THE GOOD NEIGHBOR, a close look at the host of the PBS television series “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” Listen as LeVar discusses getting to know Fred Rogers...2022-12-2820 min
GeekscapeLive at LA Comic Con 2022: LeVar Burton!Live from LA Comic Con 2022! I got a chance to talk to the legendary LeVar Burton on the main stage! We took audience questions, talked about the importance of literacy and the book that changed his life! Along the way, LeVar and I discussed some of his memories of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the reunion that is Picard Season 3 and so much more! You won't want to miss this one!You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast onApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkWSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3...2022-12-1624 min
The Fake Ass Book ClubEpisode 78: Review: "Aftermath" by Levar Burton...Spoilers, Fat A$$es, and Margaritas!!Welcome back!! The F.A.B. crew is ** finally** ready to board the ship to review sci-fi novel "Aftermath" by living legend, Levar Burton! This week's story takes the ladies into the future...or past, they can't tell. Published in 1997, this story is set in the years between 2015-2018. So the book is from the 1900's just like Moni and Kat, but still around today! Both Classics!! The plot is as follows "Civilization is teetering on the edge. The first African American president is assassinated by a white extremist—just four days after he is elected. The horrific tragedy leads to...2022-11-031h 15
Reading With Your Kids PodcastLooking Back At Our Chat With LeVar BurtonThis is a special look back at our 2018 conversation with Author, Actor and Literacy Advocate LeVar Burton. LeVar tells us who inspired his passion for reading and literacy, and why he believes it is so important to promote literacy. Click here to visit LeVar's website - https://levarburton.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com2022-10-0826 minLifewriting: Write for Your Life!LeVar Burton! (Roots, Star Trek: The Next Generation)Steve and Tananarive talk to actor LeVar Burton about his career spanning from 1977's adaptation of Alex Haley's ROOTS, where he played Kunta Kinte in an iconic role at the age of only 19, to the recent Star Trek: The Next Generation cast reunion where he reprised his role as Giordi La Forge for upcoming episodes of Picard. He also discusses Jeopardy and taking his fate in his own hands by creating his hit podcast LeVar Burton Reads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-09-181h 01
Off-Ramp with John RabeIn-depth with Renaissance man LeVar Burton ... from "Roots" to "Reading Rainbow" to TNG to comics to St AugustineLeVar Burton has been blessed with enough intelligence, curiosity, and talent to be a pop-culture triple threat. When most actors would be happy to have one iconic role, he's been Kunta Kinte in "Roots," Geordi in "Star Trek: The Next Generation," and the host of "Reading Rainbow." When we talked in 2012, we covered all that and a lot more ... like his favorite saint, and what it was like having Richard Burton as a father. (Kidding!) And, since we're dropping this episode just before Juneteenth, we're including LeVar's readings of the Preamble to the US Constitution, plus the 13...2022-06-2118 min
LA Stories Unfiltered with Giselle FernandezFrom 'Star Trek' to 'Reading Rainbow,' LeVar Burton continues passion for storytellingWhile studying to join the Catholic church as a priest, LeVar Burton joined a school play and realized the power of performance and storytelling. He soon shifted his focus from priesthood and enrolled to study theater arts at USC, where he was cast for his first of many iconic roles: Kunta Kinte in "Roots." Burton tells host Giselle Fernandez how important the miniseries was to society, and how he sees similarities between the impact of the series when it was released and the racial reckoning we face today in America. Following his many years hosting “Reading Rainbow,” Burton continued his...2022-02-1456 min
LeVar Burton ReadsSeason 10 Announcement and a Q&A!LeVar Burton Reads is back December 7th, featuring work from Tananarive Due, Stephen Graham Jones and Sarah Gailey, a winter holiday story, the winning entry of the LBR Writing Contest and much more! Plus LeVar answers some of your questions about making the podcast and gives out some tips to up your "reading aloud" game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Selected ShortsAn Evening with LeVar BurtonGuest host LeVar Burton presents two of his favorite stories. In Lucia Berlin’s “Friends,” the characters have different ideas about who benefits from their weekly lunches. The reader is Lydia Gaston. Next, Burton himself reads Jocelyn Nicole Johnson’s powerful “Control Negro,” in which an academic and father tries a real-world experiment to prove a theory about racism.2021-09-1659 min
Teaching Learning Leading K-12Drew Vernon - Toniebox updates, Toniebox Partnership with LeVar Burton, and a Great Giveaway - 410Drew Vernon - US Marketing Director at Tonies - Shares Toniebox Updates, Tells Us About the Partnership with LeVar Burton, and Provides Information on how to get 15% off the purchase of a Toniebox and How to Be included in a Drawing for a Toniebox. This is episode 410 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast.Drew Vernon is the U.S. marketing lead at Tonies. The Toniebox is a popular audio system that uses screen-free storytelling to introduce children to the wonders of imagination.Tonies originally launched in Germany in 2016 and is currently one...2021-09-1528 min
Biracial UnicornsWho is... LeVar BurtonIn this episode we fangirl out over LeVar Burton.
Today we are doing something a bit unusual on the show but we didn’t want to miss the opportunity to show our admiration and appreciation to a champion in literacy. So, today we are talking all things LeVar Burton. From Trekkies to bookworms it’s hard to find a circle that Burton has not made an impact on (especial on us late Millennials). Burton is an author, a director, a podcaster, AND perhaps the new host Jeopardy?? Thanks to social media and a petition signed by thousands, LeVar...2021-09-0759 min
Kindie Rock StarsEp 21 - PIERCE FREELON - LeVar BurtonPierce Freelon delivers a wonderfully done ode to one of the finest role models out there. From Reading Rainbow to Roots to Star Trek: The Next Generation, LeVar Burton has created a legacy of positivity, encouragement and inspiration for children and adults all over the world. Learn about Pierce's background and more and enjoy his thoughtful tribute to a true icon. Find the Song at: Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/track/2ZN0zQzWbD2drkquWrwaxU?si=de11ba8351cf45d1 iTunes/Apple Musichttps://music.apple.com/us/album/levar-burton/1563318521?i=1563318532 LeVa...2021-09-0121 min
Toure ShowLevar Burton - I Am Who I AmOriginal Air Date: January 20, 2021Touré Show Ep 227: Levar Burton - I Am Who I AmLevar Burton is guest hosting Jeopardy right now so it’s a great time to throwback to our epic conversation about his life, his career, Reading Rainbow, Star Trek, Roots, and his deep thoughts about life.Patreon.com/toureshowInstagram: @toureshowTwitter: @toure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSupport the show: https://www.dcpofficial.com/toureshowSee omnystudio.com...2021-07-251h 07
Get Hooked On The Most Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook Today!Aftermath by Levar BurtonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/516533to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Aftermath
Author: Levar Burton
Narrator: Levar Burton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 59 minutes
Release date: July 20, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
The acclaimed actor’s shockingly prescient novel of speculative fiction “presents a near-future United States torn apart by civil war and deep racial strife” (Tampa Bay Times). For the first time ever, available as an audiobook read by the author. America today is teetering on the edge of the alarming vision presented in LeVar Burton’s debut novel, written m...2021-07-209h 59
Download High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, Apocalyptic & DystopianAftermath by Levar BurtonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/516533 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Aftermath Author: Levar Burton Narrator: Levar Burton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 59 minutes Release date: July 20, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.67 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Apocalyptic & Dystopian Publisher's Summary: The acclaimed actor’s shockingly prescient novel of speculative fiction “presents a near-future United States torn apart by civil war and deep racial strife” (Tampa Bay Times). For the first time ever, available as an audiobook read by the author. America today is teetering on the edge of the alarming vision presented in LeVar Burton’s debut nov...2021-07-2003 minDownload High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, Apocalyptic & DystopianAftermath by Levar BurtonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/516533to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Aftermath
Author: Levar Burton
Narrator: Levar Burton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 59 minutes
Release date: July 20, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Apocalyptic & Dystopian
Publisher's Summary:
The acclaimed actor’s shockingly prescient novel of speculative fiction “presents a near-future United States torn apart by civil war and deep racial strife” (Tampa Bay Times). For the first time ever, available as an audiobook read by the author. America today is teetering on the edge of the alarming vision presented in LeVar Burton’s debut novel, wr...2021-07-209h 59Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Science Fiction & Fantasy, HistoricalAftermath by Levar BurtonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/516533to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Aftermath
Author: Levar Burton
Narrator: Levar Burton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 59 minutes
Release date: July 20, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
The acclaimed actor’s shockingly prescient novel of speculative fiction “presents a near-future United States torn apart by civil war and deep racial strife” (Tampa Bay Times). For the first time ever, available as an audiobook read by the author. America today is teetering on the edge of the alarming vision presented in LeVar Burton’s debut novel, written m...2021-07-209h 59
Gates McFadden Investigates: Who do you think you are?Episode 102: LeVar BurtonAward winning actor/writer/director/host LeVar Burton has spent most of his adult life sharing knowledge, becoming a beloved role-model for multiple generations along the way. Prepare to be inspired as Gates reminisces with LeVar about their respective journeys through life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2021-05-191h 07
It's Been a MinuteMovie Industry Adapts, Plus LeVar Burton ReadsThe movie industry is hurting. Most theaters in the U.S. are still shut down, and who knows when—or if—audiences will pack into theaters again. Adam B. Vary and Angelique Jackson of Variety talk about the state of the movie industry and how it's adapted, for better or worse, in this pandemic. Also, Sam talks to actor LeVar Burton about reading, why we like being read to, what he really wanted you to learn from Reading Rainbow, and the latest season of his podcast LeVar Burton Reads.Follow us at https://twitter.com/NPRItsBeenAMin Email us a...2020-09-1838 min
About Last NightLeVar Burton from Reading RainbowLevar Burton hosted READING RAINBOW for 21 years and won 1: daytime emmys! From his iconic role in ROOTS, to his memorable role on Star Trek, his journey from Germany to Cali, his days at USC, and speaking to Adam’s graduation class. He’s a one of a kind and brings so much comedy to this insightful episode. Follow him on Instagram @levar.burton & check out his podcast LEVAR BURTON READS!2020-09-141h 20
About Last NightLeVar Burton (Reading Rainbow, Star Trek, Roots)
Levar Burton hosted READING RAINBOW for 21 years and won 12 Daytime Emmys! From his iconic role in ROOTS, to his memorable role on Star Trek, his journey from Germany to Cali, his days at USC, and speaking to Adam’s graduation class. He’s a one of a kind and brings so much comedy to this insightful episode. Follow him on Instagram @levar.burton & check out his podcast LEVAR BURTON READS!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-09-141h 23
Just Between UsStorytelling with LeVar Burton, Finding A Support Group and Emotional IntelligenceGaby and Allison give advice to a listener wondering how to find the right support group for herself and maybe her daughter. They then talk to legendary storyteller and superstar from Reading Rainbow, Roots and Star Trek, LEVAR FREAKING BURTON, all about storytelling, politics, social media and just... everything. And finally, emotional intelligence. What is it? And how to build it? DID WE MENTION LEVAR BURTON IS ON?!
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The WellWHATRYADOIN’ – LeVar BurtonLeVar Burton is an actor, producer, director, writer, podcaster, and education advocate. In this segment of WHATRYADOIN’, LeVar shares with us his thoughts on representation in fiction, his memories of his friend and fellow advocate Fred Rogers, and why the Holodeck will one day be realized.
For more information about LeVar and everything he’s doing, check out his website here.
Links to all the authors LeVar mentions in this segment:
Octavia Butler
Samuel R. Delaney
Nnedi Okorafor – Her Binti Series can be found here.
Ken Liu
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SoulTalk with Kute BlacksonLeVar Burton - The Power of These Times“Empathy for the other is the language that is going to continue to drive this movement forward.” Episode Summary: We are living in an intense time in human history right now on many different levels. In this powerful episode with my friend LeVar Burton, renowned actor, director, educator, and lifelong children’s literacy advocate, we dive deep into a part of American history that has been ignored since the beginning. LeVar is known for his brilliant story-telling, which he conveys in this powerful interview discussing America’s continuing struggle of equal rights and racial issues, sharing his amazing...2020-06-2357 min
Star Trek UniverseLeVar Burton: "You Will See Us All." + News and Feedback!LeVar Burton on being in Picard, Lower Decks is still in remote production, A fan has been putting out-takes back into TNG episodes, and a NEW binge podcast from Robert Duncan McNeill and Garrett Wang called Delta Flyers takes us back through every episode of Voyager! All that and some fun feedback questions from devoted listeners!LeVar Burton Confirms Discussions For Entire TNG Cast To Appear in ‘Star Trek: Picard’ |Mike McMahan Updates on Lower Decks! |Fan Puts ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ Bloopers Back Into The Show |Ryan's Edits: https://www.youtube.com/user/powellr7...2020-04-3046 min
This Week In Nerd NewsPeninsula, Mrs. America, and Levar Burton ReadsPeninsula is coming -- a not-quite-sequel to the memorable South Korean film Train to Busan that stands out in an era full of memorable zombie properties. Also, Victoria discusses her fears and reservations: should a person like Phyllis Schlafly be featured as star of the upcoming FX series, Mrs. America? Finally, Levar Burton continues his mantle in the Mr. Rogers realm of positive pop culture influence. All that and more, This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Aca...2020-04-0931 min
Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer ZamataNicole Saw The Batman with LeVar Burton & Stephanie Cozart BurtonAfter wondering what a water-cooler chat would be like, Nicole & Sasheer are joined by LeVar Burton and Stephanie Cozart Burton for another round of Besting Each Other! First, Stephanie shares about how she pursued LeVar, getting drunk in Mexico, her Skinny Pop popcorn obsession, and LeVar’s sleep moaning. Then, LeVar spills the parts of their story that Stephanie left out, how he almost became a priest, their journey to parenthood, and how there are too many Amazon packages at their home. Reunited, they discuss their expectations for marriage, deal-breakers, and who really breaks down all the Amazon boxes. ...2020-03-041h 10
The Paris ReviewBonus: LeVar Burton Reads Your New Favorite FictionWe’re excited to bring you a special clip from Season 6 of LeVar Burton Reads. Take a break from your daily life, and dive into the best short fiction, handpicked by the world’s greatest storyteller. This season features stories about a shape-shifting con man, satyr wedding crashers, and a sentient military robot. Season 6 of LeVar Burton Reads is out NOW—listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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JumbleThinkLeVar Burton on Mastering the Craft of StorytellingLeVar Burton has had a broad impact on the lives of many of us. Maybe you grew up watching him host Reading Rainbow or first saw him as Kunta Kinte Roots, but for many, they know him as Geordi La Forge of Star Trek: Next Generation. LeVar hosts two incredible podcasts: LeVar Burton Reads and his Stitcher Premium Bonus Series called ‘Stories with Friends.’ You should really check them out, they are wonderful shows.In today's episode, we discuss many topics ranging from religion to race, storytelling, imagination, the power of reading, education, and creating a bett...2019-11-221h 00
Hot Mess-Terpiece TheatreBonus Episode: Reading & Self-Care w/ LeVar BurtonKristen & Jolenta welcome actor and activist LeVar Burton (LeVar Burton Reads, Reading Rainbow, Star Trek: The Next Generation) for a conversation about reading, representation and self-care. Plus, LeVar shares what kind of self-help book he’d write!
You can subscribe to Jolenta and Kristen's new show, We Love You (And So Can You) on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
We love hearing from you! CALL us at 302-49B-OOKS. Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, pl...2019-10-3129 min
The Three Questions with Andy RichterLeVar BurtonActor, director and author LeVar Burton joins Andy Richter to talk about transplanting from West Germany to Sacramento, getting cast in Roots right out of college, and engaging kids with literature on Reading Rainbow. Plus, LeVar discusses his work on Star Trek: The Next Generation, his podcast LeVar Burton Reads, and the one piece of advice he’d offer his younger self.This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS) and Bombas (www.bombas.com/threequestions).
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Small Doses with Amanda SealesSide Effects of doing LeVar Burton's podcast, Stories With Friends!This week, Amanda guests on LeVar Burton's podcast, LeVar Burton Reads: Stories With Friends! In Stories with Friends, LeVar invites one of his friends to sit down for a conversation inspired by a short story or another piece of literature, giving them an excuse to talk about art, life philosophies, politics, and so much more. In this episode, LeVar talks with Amanda about Scholastic book fairs, Dorothy West's story "Mammy", and making space for intellectual conversation.This episode, along with all of the Stories With Friends episodes, is available on Stitcher Premium! You can get a free month of Stitcher...2019-10-1750 min
Objectively Typed25 - Typing Levar BurtonThis week on Objectively Typed we type LeVar Burton. Perhaps best known as Geordi LaForge on Star Trek: The Next Generation, LeVar also hosted Reading Rainbow and starred as Kunta Kinte in the ground breaking TV mini-series: Roots.LeVar’s career has spanned over 40 years and in that time he has impacted the lives of countless viewers. Join us as we discuss his saviors and demons!We invite you to type along with us! Here’s the dataset we used: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1c6ayONBy4ZRdMjkcoWDZUKmJ7po4IG02a36sO8nBjsg/edit?usp=s...2019-09-191h 04
Judge John HodgmanTough Talk With LeVar BurtonIt's time to clear the docket! This week, LeVar Burton joins the Court to dispense some justice! They all discuss Star Trek: The Next Generation, dressing your baby in controversial onesies, naming dogs, a letter from a listener about talking to home robots, and an appeal to a previous decision regarding remotely controlling the thermostat. Huge thanks to LeVar Burton for joining us this week! His podcast LeVar Burton Reads has just begun its 5th season. Check it out wherever you download podcasts or at levarburtonpodcast.com!
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Science Rules! with Bill NyeDiscover Your Reading Superpower with LeVar BurtonTo be scientifically literate, you first have to be literate. That’s why loving reading is so important and why LeVar Burton is here to take your questions! Matthew calls in to ask why he can’t remember anything without a story, Karina wonders how she can make reading feel less like a chore, and Giusseppe asks if listening to audiobooks is like cheating. LeVar will answer those questions and remind us that it’s reading and stories that make us human.You can listen to ad-free new episodes of Science Rules!, only on Stitcher Premium. For a free...2019-07-1139 min
The Jordan Harbinger Show213: LeVar Burton | Storytelling the Enemies of Education OffLeVar Burton (@levarburton) is an award-winning actor famous for iconic roles from Kunta Kinte in Roots to Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next Generation, and the host of long-running PBS series Reading Rainbow and the LeVar Burton Reads podcast.
What We Discuss with LeVar Burton:
How LeVar went from pursuing a vocation in the priesthood to acting in a miniseries that changed the national dialogue about slavery forever.
What LeVar's Roots experience taught him about the power of television for education and engagement and how it paved the way for his involvement with Reading...2019-06-181h 12
But That's Another StoryBonus: LeVar Burton ReadsHere’s a podcast recommendation for you: LeVar Burton Reads. Experience the best short fiction, handpicked and narrated by the world’s most legendary storyteller. Let host LeVar Burton (Reading Rainbow, Roots, Star Trek) transport you to unknown worldsthrough immersive soundscapes and unmatched narration as he tells stories fromauthors like Neil Gaiman, Haruki Murakami, Octavia Butler, Ray Bradbury and more.Hear all-new Season 4 episodes on Apple Podcasts now. applepodcasts.com/levar
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-04-0204 min
The MentorsLeVar Burton and Alicia Levi - From Reading Rainbow to Partnering With RIFReading Rainbow ran on PBS for 23 years and as the host of the show our guest LeVar Burton developed an immense appreciation for the importance of access to literature for young children. While his initial entrepreneurial skills were developed as a working actor, leading him to land roles in shows like Star Trek and Roots, after Reading Rainbow went off the air in 2006 he decided to buy its rights and made it his mission to leave an impact on future generations through reading.We sat down with LeVar and Alicia Levi, the CEO of Reading Is...2019-03-1321 min
Untold Miracles Podcast - Motivational Conversations with Celebrities and Inspirational KidsLeVar Burton ConversationLeVar Burton is an actor, director, producer, host, and author. He has received numerous awards including 12 Emmy’s, a Grammy, and 5 NAACP awards. LeVar’s had many iconic roles including Kunta Kinte in Roots and Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge in Star Trek: Next Generation. He was the host of Reading Rainbow for 23 seasons and is the host of the popular podcast LeVar Burtons Reads. Listen to this episode and learn: How the idea of Reading Rainbow came about, what contributed to the success of its 23 seasons, and why LeVar says storytelling is so important in the world today. The numb...2018-11-0615 min
The Cracked PodcastLeVar Burton On Reading & Sci-Fi & Where We’re Headed NextBooks: they’re almost definitely supposed to do something besides decorate wall space. After all, there’s a whole class about them every year in school. Also various scientific studies say our brains get concrete benefits from reading the written word. But what do we gain when that word is read to us? What do we gain when we let a writer’s meaning reach us like never before? And what happens to society itself when literature takes on the role of prototyping our future?On this week’s episode of The Cracked Podcast, Alex Sch...2018-10-1551 min
Comic Book Central#247: Comic Book Central at Cincinnati Comic Expo Part Three with LeVar Burton
Concluding my adventure at the Cincinnati Comic Expo with a trip to the 24th century to talk with Star Trek: The Next Generation’s LeVar Burton! You’ll hear LeVar’s reaction to Patrick Stewart’s return to Trek, plus a look back at 35 years of Reading Rainbow and LeVar’s latest literary venture – LeVar Burton Kids!
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Comic Book Central#247: Comic Book Central at Cincinnati Comic Expo Part Three with LeVar BurtonConcluding my adventure at the Cincinnati Comic Expo with a trip to the 24th century to talk with Star Trek: The Next Generation's LeVar Burton! You'll hear LeVar's reaction to Patrick Stewart's return to Trek, plus a look back at 35 years of Reading Rainbow and LeVar's latest literary venture – LeVar Burton Kids!2018-10-141h 06
LeVar Burton ReadsLIVE! in Portland: "The Fliers of Gy" by Ursula K. Le GuinAn interplanetary tale about those who take flight, and those who do not. Recorded on the LeVar Burton Reads LIVE! tour. This story appears in Le Guin's collection THE UNREAL AND THE REAL: SELECTED STORIES, VOLUME TWO: OUTER SPACE, INNER LANDS. With musical accompaniment by Marisa Anderson, and featuring a conversation with writer and activist Walidah Imarisha about social justice and the legacy of Ursula K. Le Guin. This episode is brought to you by KiwiCo (www.kiwico.com/LEVAR) and Hungryroot (www.hungryroot.com code: LEVAR).
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LeVar Burton ReadsLIVE! in Seattle: "Black Betty" by Nisi ShawlThe story of Betty, and her struggle to be fully understood by her new family. Recorded on the LeVar Burton Reads LIVE! tour. With accompaniment by Gretchen Yanover, and featuring a conversation with author Nisi Shawl.This episode is brought to you by KiwiCo (www.kiwico.com/LEVAR) and Hungryroot (www.hungryroot.com code: LEVAR).
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The Paris ReviewI Was There (with James Baldwin, LeVar Burton, Morgan Parker, Dorothea Lasky, Dakota Johnson, Raymond Carver)LeVar Burton recreates the Review's Art of Fiction interview with James Baldwin; Morgan Parker reads her poem HOTTENTOT VENUS; Dakota Johnson reads a poem by Dorothea Lasky; and Lorin Stein reads WHY DON'T YOU DANCE, a classic story by Raymond Carver.
“Soonest Mended” from The Double Dream of Spring by John Ashbery. Copyright © 1970, 1969, 1968, 1967, 1966 by John Ashbery. Used by permission of Georges Borchardt, Inc., on behalf of the author. All rights reserved.2017-11-2234 min
Pretty DeceLeVar Burton & Reading RainbowPretty Dece - Entertainment news and opinions • LeVar Burton can say his Reading Rainbow catchphrase again!
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Another RoundEpisode 100: Kunta in the House (with LeVar Burton)This week, we're bringing you our wide-ranging conversation with the one and only LeVar Burton. He tells us the life lesson he learned from Dr. Maya Angelou while working on Roots, what he wishes he could say to Star Trek writers about his character Geordi La Forge, and how his love of reading led him to Reading Rainbow in the past, and his new podcast Levar Burton Reads in the present. Be forewarned: he just might scandalize you when he reveals his hidden talent. And make sure you listen till the end of the episode - you won't regret it! Foll...2017-08-231h 07
The Chase Jarvis LIVE ShowLeVar Burton: Hustle, Self Talk, and a little PerseveranceLeVar Burton was cast in the groundbreaking role of Kunta Kinte in the landmark television series Roots, at age 19, landing him on the cover of Time Magazine. You will also know him as Geordi La Forge in the iconic “Star Trek: The Next Generation” television series and films, but it’s his role as host and executive producer of the PBS children series “Reading Rainbow” that he’s most proud of. In this episode, we dive into LeVar's meteoric rise as a young actor to lessons learned of the last 40 years in the business for upcoming artists. We also get it in...2016-07-281h 21
EdSurge PodcastReading Rainbow's LeVar Burton on Whether Digital Books Will Replace PrintWhen the popular children’s television show "Reading Rainbow" graced TV sets across America in the 90s, host LeVar Burton took students through a world of literature and storytelling. Today, he’s back at with the Reading Rainbow app. Back in 2014, LeVar announced that he would be returning to the reading game. Since then, he claims that readers have enjoyed over 20 million books and videos about reading. We spoke with LeVar to see what’s next for the app, what he’s reading and what he’s learned about adults from reading so much children’s literature.2016-03-2132 min
Spawned Parenting Podcast with Liz of Cool Mom PicksEp 37: LeVar Burton: Tips for inspiring a love of readingLiz and Kristen have a fantastic discussion with the one and only LeVar Burton, host and executive producer of Reading Rainbow (and of course, known to Trekkies everywhere). He offers some amazing tips for raising readers, what parents can do to help, and how his new Reading Rainbow Skybrary School Edition will help even more children bridge the achievement gap. Plus, we've got our cool picks of the week, including two of LeVar's own favorite books for children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2016-03-1126 min
HarmontownLIVE from Austin, TX with LEVAR BURTONHarmontown goes to Austin and holy sh*t, LeVar Burton is the comptroller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2014-10-291h 59
I Think You're Overthinking ItLeVar BurtonTHE LeVar Burton is finally on the show! Chris and Matt geek out with questions about Star Trek: The Next Generation, they ponder why Geordi never got any action on the show, and LeVar talks about the affect Roots had on his life!2012-07-0900 min
ID10T with Chris HardwickLeVar BurtonTHE LeVar Burton is finally on the show! Chris and Matt geek out with questions about Star Trek: The Next Generation, they ponder why Geordi never got any action on the show, and LeVar talks about the affect Roots had on his life!2012-07-091h 04
TecnoCasters - Tu Tecnologia para tu vida diariaTecnoCasters Episodio 29 -El grave error de Levar BurtonAntivirus Gratis, La Dieta de Juan, La Monja Atrevida, el Grave error de Levar Burton.2010-04-0544 min