Podcast 005.2: Alan L Hart

In this episode, we review the trailblazing life and work of Alan L. Hart, M.D., a man whose quiet determination and fortitude sparked a slow-moving change in American social attitudes. We analyze one of his short stories as part of our “Rebirth” theme, and hash over resonant issues like gender identity, self-acceptance and liberty.

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Reading: An Idyll Of A Country Childhood

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Podcast 005.1: Hannah Hurnard

 

In this episode, we consider the unorthodox outlook and craftsmanship of writer Hannah Hurnard—a woman whose literary technique is steeped in the subtle froth of empathy. We analyze one of her novels as part of our “Rebirth” theme, and reflect upon heady themes like faith, compassion, and emotional growth.

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Reading: Hinds Feet On High Places

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Podcast 004.2: Olaudah Equiano

In this episode, we commemorate the humanitarianism and grit of memoirist Olaudah Equiano, also known as Gustavus Vassa — a man whose fortitude and ardor helped redefine the concept of freedom in the British Empire. We analyze his autobiography as part of our “Black History Month” theme, and discuss meaningful subjects independence, national identity, and compassion. 

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Reading: The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano: Or Gustavus Vassa, The African, Written By Himself

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Podcast 004.1: Jessie Redmon Fauset

In this episode, we examine the groundbreaking life and work of author Jessie Redmon Fauset—a woman whose tact and dynamism helped launch the Harlem Renaissance. We analyze a selection of her poetry as part of our “Black History Month” theme, and talk through tough topics like racial exoticism, American beauty standards and social empathy.

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Reading: Touche

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The Forgotten Work of Jessie Redmon Fauset, The New Yorker

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Podcast 003.0: Alice Dunbar Nelson

Happy Mardi Gras! Today is a big, sloppy, happy day for this writer who reads. But, before I start day-drinking, I thought I’d share our latest podcast episode:

In this episode, we celebrate the supple words and imagination of writer Alice Dunbar-Nelson, a woman whose phrasing drips with the lurid richness of her Creole heritage. We analyze one of her short stories as part of our special “Mardi Gras” theme, and wade through intricate subjects like moral decadence, cultural dilution, and Louisiana tradition.

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Reading: The Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories

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Podcast 002.2: Zitkála-Šá

In this episode, we consider the intrepid technique and character of author Zitkala-Sa—a woman who gave voice to a stifled civilization and deified the languid splendor of the prairie. We analyze one of her essays as part of our ‘Unapologetic Living’ theme, and wade through complex topics like cultural assimilation, spiritualism, and racial identity.

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Reading: Why I Am A Pagan

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Zitkala-Sa | The Native Voice From Exile by Dorothea Susag

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Podcast 002.1: Natalie Clifford Barney

In this episode, we examine the spirited style and observations of artist Natalie Clifford Barney—a woman who tore through conventionality and redefined the bounds of feminine self-expression. We analyze two of her poems as part of our ‘Unapologetic Living’ theme, and dive into complicated subjects like self-acceptance, homoeroticism, and intimacy.

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Reading: A Parisian Roof Garden in 1918

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Podcast 001.2: Angelina Weld Grimké

 

In this episode, we discuss the soulful perspective and poetry of writer Angelina Weld Grimke—a woman whose work reflects the depths of her emotional and social convictions. We analyze three of her poems as part of our ‘Secrets’ theme, and tackle poignant issues like race, queerness and romance.

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Reading:
At April
Tenebris
Rosabel

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The Writer Update: Before Anything, Black

With no hope of playing it cool, I am here to share some serious news! My latest short story, Before Anything, Black, has been published in Deep South Magazine.

From the website:

… her winning story, which takes place on a university campus, addresses the concept of white feminism and black/queer identity set in the South. We loved her fresh take on feminism and her use of humor throughout the story.

This story is special to me for a few reasons:

  • It’s my first first-place award winning story.
  • It’s my first published queer story.
  • It’s an important black/queer story that wades into parable territory.

I wrote the Before Anything, Black in response to Deep South’s “Race in Place” call for submissions. At first I struggled to pinpoint an issue to write about–there were so many. Then, for the first time ever, a title materialized in my head before a story did. The rest is history.

Actually, the rest is located here.

Give it a read and let me know what you think!

Until next time, friends.

Kait

Podcast 001.1: Willa Cather

In this episode, we investigate the bold life and work of author Willa Cather—a woman who used her pen to transcribe the broad social  richness of the American heartland. We analyze her novel “O Pioneers!” as part of our ‘Secrets’ theme, and delve into topics like gender, sexuality, and cultural identity.

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Reading: O Pioneers!

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