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Political Gabfest host Emily Bazelon talks with Jonathan Mahler about his new book, The Gods of New York. They discuss the unraveling of Mayor Ed Koch’s New York City; how the city’s current mayoral race is mirroring the past; and more. Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or em ... Show More

Kate Lindsay and Candice Lim discuss the latest in Labubu-land, from a TikTok blackface controversy to leaving one on an iconic anti-capitalist’s grave. Then, they dive into the growing trend of fanfiction getting a big marketing push from the publishing world. From Ali Hazelwood ... Show More

Evan Osnos has spent nearly his whole life observing the habits, values, and norms of the wealthy elite, from his childhood in suburban Connecticut to the years he spent reporting on the mega-yachts and underground bunkers of the U.S.’s richest citizens. This week, he talks to An ... Show More

Jacke and Mike take a look at the stormy Fitzgerald marriage and F. Scott Fitzgerald's fourth novel, Tender Is the Night, which many consider to be his masterpiece. (Yes, even better than Gatsby!)Help support the show at patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. T ... Show More

Just who was F. Scott Fitzgerald? How do we make sense of his many different sides? In this episode, Jacke talks to biographer Arthur Krystal about his new book Some Unfinished Chaos: The Lives of F. Scott Fitzgerald. PLUS Jed Rasula (What the Thunder Said: How The Waste Land Mad ... Show More

The Profligate by Arthur Wing Pinero audiobook. Dive into the captivating world of Arthur Wing Pinero's 'The Profligate,' a masterful exploration of societal norms, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships that will keep you utterly enthralled from start to finish. ... Show More

All the Sad Young Men by F. Scott Fitzgerald audiobook. Dive into the poignant world of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'All the Sad Young Men,' a captivating collection of short stories that masterfully encapsulates the disillusionment and heartache of the post-World War I generation. As ... Show More

Harold Bloom called Persuasion "the perfect novel." Virginia Woolf said "In Persuasion, Jane Austen is beginning to discover that the world is larger, more mysterious, and more romantic than she supposed." In this episode, the first of three parts, Jacke takes a look at Jane Aust ... Show More

The Literature of Arabia by Epiphanius Wilson audiobook. Dive into the mesmerizing world of 'The Literature of Arabia' by Epiphanius Wilson, where the rich tapestry of Arabic culture and its literary treasures come alive in vivid detail. This captivating audiobook invites you on ... Show More

Greenmantle by John Buchan audiobook. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of John Buchan's 'Greenmantle,' a masterful blend of espionage, adventure, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of World War I. As you listen to the audiobook, you’ll follow the intrepid prot ... Show More

The Rockspur Eleven by Burt L. Standish audiobook. Dive into the thrilling world of 'The Rockspur Eleven' by Burt L. Standish, where the exhilarating spirit of sportsmanship collides with riveting adventure! This captivating tale centers around a group of spirited young athletes ... Show More

The True Stories of Celebrated Crimes by George Barton audiobook. Dive into the enthralling world of crime and intrigue with George Barton's captivating audiobook, 'The True Stories of Celebrated Crimes,' where each chapter unfolds a riveting tale that blurs the line between real ... Show More

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