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Beyond The Zero

Dick's Pizza Media
Translation
Literature
New York City
Jewish Identity
Marguerite Young
Writing
World War II
The Delegation
Pedro the Vast
Family Dynamics
Chicago
Met Gala
Books
Australian Literature
Jewish Mysticism
The Deserters
Your Name Here
Holocaust
Identity
Miss Macintosh, My Darling

Weekly long-form discussions about books with authors, translators and critics from around the world.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes359Founded5 years ago
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Ito Romo
Writer and author of Filth Eaters
Deep Bellum Press (publisher)
Episode: Ito Romo - FILTH EATERS
Sofia Montrone
Writer and author of Nymph
Episode: Sofia Montrone - NYMPH
Tony White
Writer and author of A Phantom At The Feast; novelist and editor with deep involvement in publishing and radio
Author, Publisher (Piece of Paper Press, Atlas Press), Resonance FM contributor
Episode: Tony White - PHANTOM AT THE FEAST
Craig Nova
Author of The Last Sweet Taste
Arcade Publishing
Episode: Craig Nova - THE LAST SWEET TASTE
Claire Rousay
Musician, composer, and artist
Independent musician, LA-based
Episode: Claire Rousay
Samuel M. Moss
Writer and editor of Urgot Press
Urgot Press
Episode: Samuel M. Moss - THE VELDT INSITUTE
Brendan Colley
Writer and author of A Season For Flying Saucers
Transit Lounge (publisher)
Episode: Brendan Colley - THE SEASON FOR FLYING SAUCERS
Mark Haber
Author of Ada, novelist and editor
Coffeehouse Press
Episode: Mark Haber - ADA
Ottillie Mulzet
Writer and translator
Self-identified in interview
Episode: EYE OF THE MONKEY - Krisztina Tóth with Ottillie Mulzet

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Ben
Host of the show, a central figure guiding long-form literary conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • Love the show, but…

    Ben, I love what you’ve done with this show. I’ve listened for almost four years at this point. I frequently go back and listen to favourite episodes over and over.

    However, I feel like the AI songs/intermissions take away from the atmosphere you and the guest cultivate. I could go on a whole rant about why creating AI music for a show that celebrates human creativity and writing is wrong, but you’re clearly a smart,

    thoughtful man that can see where that thread goes.

    I understand recording ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    John Pattee
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent

    Enjoy this pod. Good content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harold77171
    United States3 months ago
  • A Gr8 Listen

    Terrific - and deceptively laid back - literary exploration / conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L Detroit
    United States3 years ago
  • “If there is a better book podcast I will eat it”

    The Beyond The Zero podcast is the best book podcast of this century - Susan Sontag.

    I have never read a book but I like the pictures - Kanye West

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Learned English Dog
    Australia3 years ago
  • Love the book talk!

    A deep dive into the books and writers that have shaped and inspired each week’s guest. A great format. Brendan Colley’s episode especially — a masterclass for writers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wolfear2000
    Australia4 years ago

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The format is praised for balancing rigorous analysis with engaging, human storytelling.
Guests consistently offer fresh perspectives on craft and translation that feel accessible to devoted readers.
Listeners praise the show's deep literary focus and nuanced conversations with translators and authors.

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#192
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Apple Podcasts
#232
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Ito Romo - FILTH EATERS
Q: How did you approach researching the various periods, and which places did you spend time in to inform the setting?
He discusses extensive travel and residence in Madrid, Granada, Mexico City, and New York, including six months in Madrid, to study medieval and Spanish culture, Mexican history, and urban landscapes. This grounding helps him convincingly render the different time frames and locales in the novel.
Samuel M. Moss - THE VELDT INSITUTE
Q: What inspired the book's architectural concept and the diagramming of the Institute?
Moss explains that he sketched diagrams of the Institute during writing, drew inspiration from real architecture, and collaborated with a friend who designs buildings to translate those ideas into architectural designs used on the book's covers; the structure helps organize the narrative.
Claire Rousay
Q: What are your thoughts on streaming algorithms and finding new music as an artist?
Algorithms complicate discovery and can hinder genuine exploration; autonomy and targeted research, including talking to people and exploring related artists, are important for finding new work and keeping creative horizons wide.
Claire Rousay
Q: How do you approach making so much work in a short time, and what fuels your productivity?
Collaboration is key; working with colleagues who share a similar pace, plus a DIY release approach, keeps the workflow fast and flexible while allowing me to keep control over timing and output.
Claire Rousay
Q: Tell us about your background as a musician and how you moved from drums to sound art.
I started with drums, then gradually explored sound art and field recordings, which opened up a world where I could focus on textures, environments, and human experiences rather than conventional song structures.

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A thoughtful, long-form show centered on books, translation, and literary criticism, featuring conversations with authors, translators, and scholars from around the world. Episodes commonly explore the author's process, translation choices, narrative structure, and the intersection of literature with culture, history, and science. The format often blends deep literary analysis with personal narratives, offering nuanced insights into contemporary fiction, translation practice, and cross-cultural reception. Notable strengths include a diverse roster of guests, rigorous yet accessible discussion, and a steady rhythm that appeals to serious readers and industry professionals alike.

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Recent guests on Beyond The Zero include:

1. Ito Romo
2. Sofia Montrone
3. Tony White
4. Craig Nova
5. Claire Rousay
6. Samuel M. Moss
7. Brendan Colley
8. Mark Haber

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