LA Times Festival of Books Podcast Lineup 2026

The LA Times Festival of Books 2026 is heading back to USC April 18-19, 2026 for another year of the free festival.

Sifting through the schedule, they usually have a podcast or two in the lineup. Here's what we have so far, according to the LA Times Schedule.

We've noticed 6 events, 3 podcast schedules, 1 audiobook scheduled, and 2 empty spots. If podcasts are updated, we will update this page.

Note: Some panels may need a ticket, even though it is free, for entry to certain locations. Check the website for details.

The Stacks - Reviews & Ratings

<p>The Stacks is your one stop shop to talk books and reading. Guests will join the host, Traci Thomas for lively discussions about books and the ways they...

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The Stacks Podcast

Audiobook & Podcast Stage, Presented by Spotify
Saturday, Apr 18
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Mina Kimes
Imani Perry
Traci Thomas

Live & Well - Reviews & Ratings

Live & Well is your weekly catch-up with author, mother, and influencer Melissa Magsaysay and her circle of experts and icons—diving deep into the latest w...

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Live + Well Podcast

Audiobook & Podcast Stage, Presented by Spotify
Sunday, Apr 19
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Event Description: Live & Well is your weekly catch-up with author, mother, and influencer Melissa Magsaysay and her circle of experts and icons—diving deep into the latest wellness, longevity, beauty and fitness and issues surrounding women. Melissa will take listeners into a vibrant world where beauty, fashion, and wellness intersect with cultural moments and personal transformation. Each episode features conversations with leading + buzzy dermatologists, fitness innovators, beauty founders, and celebrities alike. Listeners can expect pro tips, product recs, juicy insider stories, and empowering perspectives that go beyond surface-level self-care—because looking good is great, but feeling good is everything.

Melissa Magsaysay
Dr. Deepika Chopra
Dr. Mindy Pelz

Crimes of the Times - Reviews & Ratings

L.A. Times reporter Christopher Goffard of “Dirty John” is back with another riveting podcast from L.A. Times Studios. In “Crimes of the Times,” Goffard go...

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Crimes of the Times Podcast

Audiobook & Podcast Stage, Presented by Spotify
Sunday, Apr 19
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

L.A. Times reporter Christopher Goffard of "Dirty John" is back with another riveting podcast from L.A. Times Studios. In "Crimes of the Times," Goffard goes deep behind the scenes of a new story each week, cutting through common myths and misconceptions to uncover what really happened in the most compelling cases from L.A. and beyond.

Live from the Festival of Books, join Christopher Goffard, William J. Mann, and Claire Hoffman for an unflinching look at some of California’s most haunting cases and the truths behind the headlines.

Claire Hoffman
William J. Mann
Christopher Goffard

More information can be found on the LA Times Festival of Books website.