The Brian Lehrer Show Your Winter Binges
Feb 4, 2026
Listeners share what they are watching, reading and listening to during a cold snap. Conversations highlight spikes in library downloads and HBO adaptations, renewed interest in Infinite Jest and Schitt's Creek, and Oscar- and Grammy-driven viewing. Callers describe outdoor work, bat rehabbing, language practice, and fandom for a new Star Trek series.
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Use Library Downloads To Binge Easily
- Borrow e-books or audiobooks from your public library to fill cold days with accessible reads.
- Try streaming popular adaptations like Heated Rivalry after the mayor highlighted library access.
Anniversaries Revive Big Books
- Anniversaries can revive interest in challenging classics like Infinite Jest.
- Cultural moments create fresh entry points for readers to tackle dense works.
Arborist Builds Tropical Aquariums
- Reid, an arborist, works outdoors in deep snow inspecting trees despite the cold.
- He spends off hours building planted aquariums and recommends the hobby enthusiastically.
