J. D. Salinger
Type: Person
As of November 2026, J. D. Salinger has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Aug 2025 on SmartLess. In the episode "Patti Smith on the One Desire That Lasts Forever" on The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra Klein references J. D. Salinger, likely discussing themes related to his work or influence. The SmartLess episode featuring Marc Maron does not provide specific details about Salinger, but his presence in conversations suggests ongoing interest in his literary contributions.
Jerome David Salinger was an American writer best known for his 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye. Salinger published several short stories in Story magazine in 1940, before serving in World War II. In 1948, his critically acclaimed story "A Perfect Day for Bananafish" appeared in The New Yorker, which published much of his later work.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Aug 2025 on SmartLess |
| Role | Author |
| Field | Literature |
| Active | 1919–2010 |
How do different shows talk about J. D. Salinger?
2 shows discussed J. D. Salinger in these episodes.
- The Ezra Klein Show — 1 episode
- SmartLess — 1 episode
Who talks about J. D. Salinger on podcasts?
Ezra Klein brought up J. D. Salinger; the most recent mention was Nov 2025 on The Ezra Klein Show.
- Patti Smith on the One Desire That Lasts Forever on The Ezra Klein Show (Nov 2025) — Ezra Klein
- Marc Maron | SmartLess on SmartLess (Aug 2025)
What is J. D. Salinger mentioned alongside?
J. D. Salinger is most often mentioned alongside New Testament, Acast and Audible.
Mentioned together: New Testament, Acast, Audible, Jim Morrison, Chelsea Hotel, HBO, Karen Rose, Just Kids, Scarlet Fever, Robert Burns