Get Lit Podcast
by Steph Svarz"Welcome back to Get Lit, the literary podcast where we discuss famous works of literature and the authors who wrote them..."
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Episodes
Get Lit Episode 260: Margaret Fuller
47m · PublishedWomen's History Month continues with Margaret Fuller! This extraordinary woman is considered by many to be the model of early feminist scholarship, writing about issues including independence, suffrage, and autonomy. Her work laid the foundation in many ways for other later thinkers during her time and today. She lived a powerful, passionate but tragically brief life. Celebrate her legacy with us this week!
Get Lit Episode 259: Marianne Moore
49m · PublishedOur celebration of Women's History Month continues with Modernist poet Marianne Moore! Her life was varied and storied as she made her way from the the Midwest to the East Coast and through poetry, prose, and criticism. She surrounded herself with colorful characters as she explored the new landscape of American poetry, mentoring and inspiring the likes of William Carlos Williams, Elizabeth Bishop, and H.D! Also featuring tricorn hats, bathtub dinners, and children's books come to life!
Get Lit Episode 258: Eva Ibbotson
35m · PublishedEva Ibbotson kicks off our celebration of Women's History Month! Ibbotson escaped the Nazi occupation, worked as a translator, and published her first novel at the age of 50! She shakes the conventions of the 'traditional' author path and forged her own way forward in the world of literature. She was known for her cheeky, witty humor, and delightfully whimsical characters, but has a legacy that extends far beyond this! Join us overseas this week and learn more about her life and work!
Get Lit Episode 257: Chester Himes
47m · PublishedMeet the extraordinary author behind the Black detective novel genre, Chester Himes! Himes lived a very colorful life that informed his work and his perspectives. He worked actively to combat racism and lived courageously, never afraid to start over or change course. His legacy transcends genres, continents, and time.
Get Lit Episode 256: Dr. Anna J. Cooper
40m · PublishedThis week, join us to reflect on the legacy of Dr. Anna J. Cooper! Cooper was an extraordinary activist, educator, author, speaker, and philosopher who made a significant difference in the lives of every community she was part of. Her legacy extends beyond her written work, but lives on in all of those she taught and those who got to know her work! She advocated for the rights of Black Americans, her students, women, and was an early advocate of the intersectional identities. Did we mention she got her PhD at 67? Listen and learn from the best!
Get Lit Episode 255: A Literary History of Valentine's Day
51m · PublishedIt's a Valentine's Day Special! We're exploring the literary ties to Valentine's Day dating all the way back to the 1300's! We cover Geoffrey Chaucer's contributions to the holiday, the origins of the Valentine's Day card, some strange Victorian love poetry, vinegar valentines, the language of flowers, and more! Regardless of the nature of your celebrations, we hope you enjoy a new look through a literary lens at this holiday!
Get Lit Episode 254: Pauline Hopkins
50m · PublishedThis week, Jon reports on Pauline Hopkins, a essential Black author whose legacy has gone largely neglected. She was a prolific activist, advocate, and author. She wrote in multiple genres including novels, short stories, plays and musicals, articles, and more to help bring an empathetic light to the lives of the communities around her. Join us for a look at her life and works, along with a rather unconventional celebration of President's Day!
Get Lit Episode 253: Mary Oliver (Revisited)
1h 6m · PublishedOn this week's episode, to honor the 5th anniversary of Mary Oliver's death, we revisit her remarkable life. Oliver's poetry reflected an exquisite relationship with the natural world and the spiritual one, simultaneously challenging and celebratory. Her words have inspired generations of readers to spend time examining their lives, urgently, in appreciation for all that lies within them. We reflect on her work, her life, and her impact and invite you to do the same with joy and curiosity!
Get Lit Episode 252 (LIVE!): Upton Sinclair
56m · PublishedThis week, we're coming to you LIVE from Sandmeyer's Bookstore in downtown Chicago! We're bringing you the biography of Upton Sinclair who used his pen to join and inspire the revolutions that echoed around the world during his lifetime. We round out this episode with a delightful trivia game that will help open up all kinds of future conversations! Join us in the Jungle, from wherever you are!
Get Lit Episode 251: Ezra Jack Keats
43m · PublishedIn celebration of the very snowy Midwestern day, we're honoring the pioneering legacy of Ezra Jack Keats! Keats was a renowned author and illustrator of dozens of children's books, perhaps most notably, The Snowy Day. He worked to ensure his books featured children from all backgrounds, as they deserved to see themselves: as the heroes! Join us for this very charming celebration of children's literature!
Get Lit Podcast has 518 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 340:52:23. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 6th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 31st, 2024 20:18.