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Aging
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Charles Dickens
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Walter Greenwood
Love On the Dole
The Red Shoes
A Matter Of Life and Death
Krapp's Last Tape
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The literary podcast presented by John Mitchinson and Andy Miller. For show notes visit backlisted.fm and get an extra two shows a month by supporting the pod at patreon.com/backlisted

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Latest Episodes

To discuss The Image of Her (1966) by Simone de Beauvoir we are joined by writer and translator Lauren Elkin, whose previous books include Flâneuse: Women Walk the City, Scaffolding and Art Monsters: Unruly Bodies in Feminist Art. Best known as the a... more

Kaliane Bradley, author of The Ministry of Time, joins John and Andy for a tour of Monkey King: Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en, the sixteenth-century fable widely regarded as one of the most important Chinese novels ever written, newly translated... more

“A masterpiece I don’t fully understand—and don’t need to.” This week’s book is The Unconsoled by Kazuo Ishiguro, a bold, baffling, and darkly funny novel that has confounded and enchanted readers since its publication in 1995. Joining us to explore ... more

Elif Shafak and Lyndsey Stonebridge join John and Andy for a discussion of the life and work of Hannah Arendt, the historian and philosopher whose books include The Human Condition, The Origins of Totalitarianismand Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on... more

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Recent Guests

Lauren Elkin
French and American writer and translator, author of Scaffolding
Episode: The Image of Her by Simone de Beauvoir
Kaliane Bradley
A British Cambodian writer and editor based in London
Penguin Classics
Episode: Monkey King: Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en
Chris Chibnall
BAFTA Award-winning screenwriter, executive producer, playwright, and author.
Penguin Michael Joseph
Episode: The Unconsoled by Kazuo Ishiguro
Elif Shafak
Award-winning British Turkish novelist and storyteller
Various
Episode: What Remains by Hannah Arendt
Lyndsey Stonebridge
Professor of humanities and human rights at the University of Birmingham, UK
University of Birmingham
Episode: What Remains by Hannah Arendt
Krista Cowman
Professor of history at the University of Leicester, focusing on women's politics in 20th century Britain.
University of Leicester
Episode: A Compass Error by Sybille Bedford
Francesca Reece
Writer from North Wales, author of the debut novel Voyeur and recipient of the Desperate Literature Prize for short fiction.
Episode: A Compass Error by Sybille Bedford
John Lahr
Writer and critic, author of 20 books including biographies of Burt Lahr and Joe Orton
The New Yorker
Episode: A Life by Elia Kazan
Michael Ian Black
Comedian and actor, known for his involvement in popular comedy series.
CNN
Episode: Biography and Memoir

Hosts

John Mitchinson
Co-host of the literary podcast, Publisher at Unbound, and a frequent contributor in literary discussions.
Andy Miller
Co-host of the literary podcast and Author of 'The Year of Reading Dangerously'.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Boundless

    To be honest not sure I can stomach anymore given the fact unbound went into administration. Do the guys discuss it at any point? I used to pay for the Patreon and given how much time was spent discussing Unbound books. I feel terrible that the authors didn’t get paid and were not supported in the way it has been represented in this show. Makes it very hard to support this whole endeavor.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HopedeDope
    United Statesa month ago
  • Elliot

    Brilliant

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ddd..sd..
    Australia3 months ago
  • The Best

    I am smitten with this podcast. The hosts are wildly entertaining and the guest authors are the best kind, the ones who live and breathe their subject matter. What more could a devoted bibliophile want? I just became a subscriber and you should too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Curious Lo
    United States5 months ago
  • My new favourite podcast

    I love this podcast. It's like an old friend pulling a book from the shelf and enthusing about it with such wit and intelligence that you want to rush out and grab your own copy.

    The show has made some efforts to include a range of voices, which is to be commended. My only suggestion would be to have some more conservative voices on. A wider diversity of opinion would be great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oscar Mathieson
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Wonderful podcast for book lovers

    It was love at first listen for me. Consistently brilliant. Love the presenters and love learning about forgotten classics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gileden
    Israel9 months ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its thoughtful and entertaining discussions of forgotten literary works.
The hosts are noted for their charming, engaging dynamic and expertise in literature, making every episode enjoyable.
While the podcast is loved for its rich literary insights, some listeners have requested a broader diversity of voices and perspectives in the discussions.

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#178
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#16
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#41
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#42
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#111
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Talking Points

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What Remains by Hannah Arendt
Q: So, how do you think she would feel about the publication of her poems now?
Lyndsey speculates that Arendt would have likely blocked the publication of her poems, though she might appreciate the ongoing conversation they inspire today.
What Remains by Hannah Arendt
Q: Lyndsey, when did you first encounter her work?
Lyndsey first read Arendt as a postgraduate student in the 1980s while working on feminism and psychoanalysis, noting her initial unpopularity in those circles.
What Remains by Hannah Arendt
Q: Elif, when did you first become aware of the work of Hannah Arendt?
Elif started reading Hannah Arendt in her early 20s while studying political science in Turkey, and was significantly influenced by her connection to Walter Benjamin.
A Compass Error by Sybille Bedford
Q: When did you first read Sybil Bedford's books or first come into contact with her work?
I was also in second year of university. The year was 2012, and I was living in a horrible little flat share in Whitechapel.
A Compass Error by Sybille Bedford
Q: When did you first read A Compass Error by Sybil Bedford?
I read it in around about 1984 in the Virago Modern Classics edition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Backlisted

What is Backlisted about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rich exploration of literature and authorial insights forms the backbone of this engaging show. Listeners can expect spirited discussions that encompass both classic and contemporary works, featuring a mix of well-known authors and emerging voices in literature. Episodes dive deep into thematic elements, author backgrounds, and the cultural resonance of the books being discussed, often managing to blend humor with thought-provoking commentary. Unique highlights include an emphasis on underappreciated and forgotten literary works, offering a treasure trove for bibliophiles looking to rediscover hidden gems in literature.

The hosts foster an environment of warmth and intellectual curiosity, creating a sense of community among literary enth... more

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1. Lauren Elkin
2. Kaliane Bradley
3. Chris Chibnall
4. Elif Shafak
5. Lyndsey Stonebridge
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7. Francesca Reece
8. John Lahr

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