Jennifer Egan

American novelist, short story writer

3 episodes 3 podcasts 2022–2026

Known For

Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio 1 episode

10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris 1 episode

NPR's Book of the Day

NPR's Book of the Day 1 episode

Recent Appearances

Freakonomics Radio

“I Trust Almost Anyone More Than Myself” | Better in Person

Freakonomics Radio · Aug 26, 2026 · 00:42:42

✨ Jennifer Egan discusses confidence, luck, and the extensive revision process for her novels.

Jennifer Egan

10% Happier with Dan Harris

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novelist Jennifer Egan On: Panic, Awe, Fetishizing Authenticity, and Our Possible AI Futures

10% Happier with Dan Harris · Jul 24, 2023 · 01:16:02

✨ Jennifer Egan shares insights on panic, awe, and authenticity.

Jennifer Egan

NPR's Book of the Day

Virtual memories live in 'The Candy House'

NPR's Book of the Day · Apr 18, 2022 · 8m

✨ Jennifer Egan's 'The Candy House' explores virtual memories.

Jennifer Egan

All Podcasts

Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio 1 episode

10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris 1 episode

NPR's Book of the Day

NPR's Book of the Day 1 episode