Podcast Episodes

The Odyssey: XII-XVI

And we're back with more discussion of Homer's Odyssey! David, Heidi, and Tim explore the fascinating character of Eumaeus the swineherd; Poseidon, the anti-xenia god; the Western-y nature of the sec…

Published on 6 years, 3 months ago

The Odyssey: XI-XII

Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they continue their journey with Odysseus. In this episode they discuss books XI and XII, focusing on Odysseus' virtues, the allegorical aspects of the poem, the popular…

Published on 6 years, 4 months ago

The Odyssey: Books IX-X

It's time for books IX and X of Homer's Odyssey! Join David, Heidi, and Tim for a discussion about the cyclopes, Circe, and the degree to which Odysseus is truly virtuous. And, remember, it helps the…

Published on 6 years, 4 months ago

The Odyssey: Books V-VIII

David, Heidi, and Tim are back with more conversation about The Odyssey. They discuss the question of Odysseus' faithfulness, they compare Nausikaa and Calypso, and they discuss the role of this sect…

Published on 6 years, 4 months ago

The Odyssey: Books III-IV

Join David, Heidi, and Tim for more conversation about Homer's classic epic poem. in this episode they chat about the role of the gods in the story, the complicated nature of ancient Greek paganism, …

Published on 6 years, 4 months ago

The Odyssey: Books 1-2

It's time for a new book! Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive into Homer's Odyssey, books one and two. Discussion touches on the purpose of these early books, Telemachus' journey, the relationshi…

Published on 6 years, 5 months ago

Sense and Sensibility Q&A Episode

Join David, Heidi, and Karen Swallow Prior as they answer your questions about Jane Austen's novel. And if you like this episode be sure to leave a review. Those 5-star reviews go a long way.

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Published on 6 years, 5 months ago

Sense & Sensibility: The Final Chapters

Join David, Heidi, and special guest Karen Swallow Prior as they discuss the final chapters of Sense and Sensibility. Conversation touches on whether Edward deserved Elinor, Marianne's evolution, Eli…

Published on 6 years, 5 months ago

Sense & Sensibility: Volume 3, chapters 1-8

Join David, Heidi, and special guest Karen Swallow Prior for a conversation about Marianne's growth, Willougby's villainy, Edward's issues, and the balance of satire and pathos in a book like this.

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Published on 6 years, 5 months ago

Sense & Sensibility: Volume 2, chapters 8-14

Join David, Heidi, and very special guest, Karen Swallow Prior, as they chat about volume 2 of Jane Austen's classic novel. Conversation focuses on which character most bears the essence of the nove…

Published on 6 years, 6 months ago