JD

James Daunt

bookseller

2 episodes 2 podcasts 2026–2026

Known For

Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio 1 episode

Masters of Scale

Masters of Scale 1 episode

Recent Appearances

Freakonomics Radio

Amazon Was Supposed to Kill the Bookstore. James Daunt Had Other Plans | Better in Person

Freakonomics Radio · Sep 9, 2026 · 00:32:09

✨ James Daunt details his strategy for revitalizing independent bookstores and large chains.

James Daunt

Masters of Scale

How Barnes & Noble made a comeback, with CEO James Daunt

Masters of Scale · Aug 20, 2026 · 00:32:54

✨ James Daunt discusses rescuing Barnes & Noble and Waterstones.

James Daunt

All Podcasts

Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio 1 episode

Masters of Scale

Masters of Scale 1 episode