In this episode, we celebrate the short story and the recently published The Best American Short Stories 2025 with author and guest editor Celeste Ng and series editor Nicole A. Lamy.

I have an embarrassing confession. I’ve been reading The Best American Short Stories for several decades – since I was about fourteen or fifteen – but until now, I don’t think I have ev…

Writer and editor Nicole Lamy discusses savoring moments of direct connection, the excitement of discovering a new voice, and the importance of clearing your head.