'Bad Stories' Author Steve Almond Reflects On Recent Political Turmoil Jen Picard Thursday, August 30, 2018 | Sacramento, CA Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin. Author Steve Almond.Courtesy Steve Almond Author Steve Almond returns to revisit the themes of his book “Bad Stories: What The Hell Just Happened To Our Country?” in light of the recent news from the Trump Administration. Steve Almond also co-hosts the “Dear Sugars” advice podcast with Cheryl Strayed for the New York Times and WBUR. The digital audiobook of “Bad Stories” was released on Aug. 28, and a CD of the audiobook will be released next month.