Dan Brown: podcast appearances and interviews

Daniel Gerhard Brown, born on June 22, 1964, is an American writer known for his thriller novels which feature the character Robert Langdon. His works, including Angels & Demons, The Da Vinci Code, The Lost Symbol, Inferno, Origin, and The Secret of Secrets, are characterized by themes of cryptography, art, and conspiracy theories. These novels are often structured as treasure hunts taking place over a 24-hour period and have been translated into 57 languages, selling over 200 million copies as of 2012. Brown's books have been adapted into films and a television series, further increasing their reach. He has been described as an entrepreneur, surfer, and folk hero and is affiliated with Nottingham Trent University. His novels often engage with Christian themes and historical fiction, and they have generated some controversy. Brown has stated that his books are not anti-Christian and describes himself as being on a 'constant spiritual journey.' He views his work as a means to promote spiritual discussion and debate, and he has expressed that The Da Vinci Code, in particular, can serve as a catalyst for introspection and the exploration of faith.