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Hosts

Charlotte Pardy

Previous Guests

Margaret Drabble
Margaret Drabble is a renowned British author and biographer, known for her novels that often explore themes of women's lives and social issues. She has received numerous awards for her literary work, including the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the Golden Booker Prize. Drabble's writing is characterized by its depth and insight into human relationships and societal changes.
Norma Clarke
Norma Clarke is a distinguished British author and literary scholar, recognized for her expertise in 18th-century literature and her contributions to the understanding of women's writing. She has published several books and articles on the subject, and her work often highlights the historical context of female authorship and the literary landscape of the time.
Caroline Moorehead
Caroline Moorehead is a British biographer and historian known for her works on notable figures and events in history. She has written extensively about the lives of women in the 20th century, including her acclaimed biographies of Martha Gellhorn and Iris Origo. Moorehead's writing often explores themes of courage and resilience in the face of adversity.
Aaron Peck
Aaron Peck is a Canadian writer and critic, recognized for his contributions to contemporary literature and art criticism. He has published essays and reviews in various literary journals and is known for his insightful analysis of avant-garde movements. Peck's work often examines the intersection of art and society, making him a prominent voice in discussions about modern artistic practices.
Harriet Baker
Harriet Baker is an accomplished writer and the winner of the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award. She is known for her insightful literary works and contributions to discussions on literature and culture.
Helen Scales
Helen Scales is a marine biologist and author who specializes in the study of marine life and the underwater environment. She is recognized for her work in communicating the wonders of the ocean and its inhabitants.
Damon Galgut
Damon Galgut is a South African novelist and playwright known for his works that explore themes of identity, history, and the complexities of life in South Africa. He has received numerous awards for his writing, including the 2021 Booker Prize for his novel 'The Promise'. Galgut's literary career spans several decades, and he is recognized for his unique narrative style and deep character development.
Michael Caines
Michael Caines is a prominent figure in the world of theatre and film criticism. He is known for his insightful analyses of classic and contemporary works, particularly in relation to Shakespearean adaptations. Caines has contributed to various publications and has a reputation for his engaging discussions on the intersection of literature and performance.
Larry Wolff
Larry Wolff is a prominent scholar and author known for his expertise in Eastern European history and culture. He has written extensively on topics related to the history of the region and has contributed to various academic publications. Wolff is also recognized for his insights into the intersections of literature and history.
Travis Elborough
Travis Elborough is a British author and cultural commentator, known for his works that explore the social and cultural history of London and other urban areas. He has written several books, including 'A Walk in London' and 'The Bus We Loved', and is a frequent contributor to various publications, discussing topics related to urban development and cultural identity.

Topics Discussed

Dickens macabre grotesque literary magic British coast community climate crisis Josephine Baker avant-garde memoir art music AI Harriet Baker Helen Scales Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award sonic marvels Virginia Woolf Sylvia Townsend Warner Rosamond Lehmann Amorina Kingdon Damon Galgut Athol Fugard Grand Theft Hamlet Hamlet Royal Shakespeare Company Danish prince Moby-Dick operatic vision Jake Heggie Metropolitan Opera House Croydon Croydonopolis Will Noble
Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on The TLS Podcast.

0:00 52:42

Psychopomp and circumstance

Hosts
Charlotte Pardy
Guests
Margaret Drabble Norma Clarke
Keywords
Dickens macabre grotesque literary magic British coast community climate crisis

This week, Margaret Drabble explores how Dickens drew on his love of the macabre and grotesque to create literary magic; and Norma Clarke takes a tour around the British coast.


'Dickens the enchanter: Inside the explosive imagination of the great storyteller', by Peter Conrad

'The restless coast: A journey around the edge of Britain', by Roger Morgan-Grenville

'Seascape: Notes from a changing coastline', by Matthew Yeomans

'The Shetland Way: Community and climate crisis on my fathers islands', by Marianne Brown


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0:00 46:56

Life is a Cabaret

Hosts
Charlotte Pardy
Guests
Caroline Moorehead Aaron Peck
Keywords
Josephine Baker avant-garde memoir art music AI

Caroline Moorehead salutes the energetic brilliance of singer Josephine Baker; and Aaron Peck on the past, present and future of the avant-garde.


'Fearless and free: A memoir', by Josephine Baker, translated by Anam Zafar and Sophie Lewis

'Josephine Baker's secret war: The African American star who fought for France and freedom', by Hanna Diamond


'What art does: An unfinished theory', by Brian Eno and Bette A.

'How to be avant-garde: Modern artists and the quest to end art', by Morgan Falconer

'The uncanny muse: Music, art, and machines from automata to AI', by David Hajdu


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0:00 48:08

Into The Wild

Hosts
Charlotte Pardy
Guests
Harriet Baker Helen Scales
Keywords
Harriet Baker Helen Scales Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award sonic marvels Virginia Woolf Sylvia Townsend Warner Rosamond Lehmann Amorina Kingdon

This week, we're joined by Harriet Baker, winner of the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award; and Helen Scales tunes into the sonic marvels beneath the surface of the sea.


'Rural Hours: The country lives of Virginia Woolf, Sylvia Townsend Warner and Rosamond Lehmann', by Harriet Baker

'Sing Like a Fish: How sound rules life under water', by Amorina Kingdon



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0:00 49:36

Breaking Ground

Hosts
Charlotte Pardy
Guests
Damon Galgut Michael Caines
Keywords
Damon Galgut Athol Fugard Grand Theft Hamlet Hamlet Royal Shakespeare Company Danish prince

This week, novelist Damon Galgut remembers the ground-breaking South African playwright Athol Fugard; and Michael Caines on two very different approaches to the Danish prince.


'Grand Theft Hamlet', on Mubi

'Hamlet', by William Shakespeare, Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-upon- Avon, until March 29 


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0:00 46:20

Making Waves

Hosts
Charlotte Pardy
Guests
Larry Wolff Travis Elborough
Keywords
Moby-Dick operatic vision Jake Heggie Metropolitan Opera House Croydon Croydonopolis Will Noble

This week, Larry Wolff immerses himself in a bold operatic vision of Melville's classic; and Travis Elborough on a boosterish attempt to rescue Croydon from its knockers.


'Moby-Dick', composed by Jake Heggie, Metropolitan Opera House, New York, until March 29

'Croydonopolis: A Journey to the Greatest City that Never Was', by Will Noble


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