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Hosted by Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan, fiction/non/fiction interprets current events through the lens of literature, and features conversations with writers of all stripes, from novelists and poets to journalists and essayists.

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Latest Episodes

Acclaimed fiction writer and long-time creative writing professor Elizabeth McCracken joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V. V. Ganeshananthan to discuss her ninth book and first volume about craft, A Long Game: Notes on Writing Fiction. McCracken ref... more

2025 Maya Angelou Book Award winner Alison C. Rollins joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V. V. Ganeshananthan to discuss her 2024 poetry collection Black Bell. She explores the history and symbolism of a bell-laden iron device used to control and tor... more

Pulitzer Prize finalist Sven Beckert joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to talk about his new book, Capitalism: A Global History. Beckert describes capitalism as an ongoing process comparable in significance to geological forces; ... more

Journalist Jacob Silverman joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to talk about his new book, Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Valley. He discusses the rightward shift in ideology among leading tech giants and ... more

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Recent Guests

Elizabeth McCracken
Author of nine books, including *A Long Game, Notes on Writing Fiction*
Episode: S9 Ep. 11: Elizabeth McCracken on Writing About Writing, At Last
Alison C. Rollins
Poet and Maya Angelou Book Award Winner
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: S9 Ep. 10: Maya Angelou Book Award Winner Alison C. Rollins on the Poetics of Sound, Space, and Image
Sven Beckert
Laird Bell Professor of History at Harvard, author of 'Capitalism: A Global History'
Harvard University
Episode: S9 Ep. 9: Sven Beckert on the Global History of Capitalism
Jacob Silverman
Independent journalist and author of Gilded Rage
Episode: S9 Ep. 8: Jacob Silverman on the Tech Bros’ Gilded Rage
Kathryn Nuernberger
Author of the essay collection Held: Essays in Belonging
University of Minnesota
Episode: S9 Ep. 7: Kathryn Nuernberger on Mutualism, Climate, and Finding Family at the End of the World
Ottilie Mulzet
Literary critic and Hungarian translator of poetry and prose based in Prague.
Episode: S9 Ep. 6: Ottilie Mulzet on Translating Hungarian Nobel Prize Winner László Krasznahorkai
Max Delsohn
A huge advocate for trans communities and author.
Author of Crawl
Episode: S9 Ep. 5: Max Delsohn on the Importance of Portraying Trans Men
Ben Passmore
Writer and cartoonist, author of 'You Are a Black Friend'.
Episode: S9 Ep. 4: Ben Passmore on the History of Black Resistance
Jelani Cobb
Writer, historian, and Dean of Columbia Journalism School
The New Yorker
Episode: S9 Ep. 3: Jelani Cobb on Race, Politics and the ‘Trayvon Martin Generation’

Hosts

V.V. Ganeshananthan
Co-host and author of literary works including 'Brotherless Night'.
Whitney Terrell
Co-host and author of the novel 'The Good Lieutenant'.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • A teensy request

    Great show, perfect marriage of the craft of storytelling and the world of culture and politics. Can you please get better microphones? It’s hard to listen to for very long…Whitney especially sounds really distant.

    Apple Podcasts
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    paul, nicknames all taken
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful bookish podcast

    This is hands down my favorite podcast. The hosts deftly steer the conversation with such interesting guests, the discussion always gets my wheels turning and makes me want to read, and I always learn something.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NadaTeTurbe
    United States2 years ago
  • Love how relevant it is

    Loved the one on the writers’ strike, the one on Cormac McCarthy… a really nice range of topics always, and smart analysis, good questions, prepared hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawnshhdhbekenb
    United States2 years ago
  • Relevant and informative

    Your conversation with the hosts of Explaining Ukraine about “Crime Without Punishment” was timely and relevant. Don’t miss this episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bohemian_Peasant
    United States3 years ago
  • Entertaining and thoughtful

    Every episode a great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dataylor1
    United States5 years ago

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Many find the blend of literature and current events refreshing, highlighting its relevance in contemporary culture.
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Overall, the podcast is lauded as an essential listen for those interested in the intersection of literature, culture, and politics.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its thought-provoking and diverse content, often praising the insightful discussions with engaging guests.

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S9 Ep. 10: Maya Angelou Book Award Winner Alison C. Rollins on the Poetics of Sound, Space, and Image
Q: Could you talk about how you see the arc of all those four poems sort of shaping or joining the collection together?
Each of those Black Bell poems is in conversation or meditating on the image of the enslaved woman wearing the contraption of torture.
S9 Ep. 9: Sven Beckert on the Global History of Capitalism
Q: What role did Toussaint Louverture play in transforming labor systems within capitalism?
His role in the Haitian Revolution was significant in challenging slavery, influencing the evolution of labor systems in capitalism.
S9 Ep. 9: Sven Beckert on the Global History of Capitalism
Q: What lessons can past eras of capitalism teach us about potential outcomes with AI?
While we can't predict the future, patterns in the history of capitalism show that productivity gains can vary in distribution and impact on society.
S9 Ep. 9: Sven Beckert on the Global History of Capitalism
Q: Can you define war capitalism and transition into industrial capitalism?
War capitalism includes colonial expansion and exploitation while industrial capitalism focuses on larger labor structures emerging post-industrial revolution.
S9 Ep. 6: Ottilie Mulzet on Translating Hungarian Nobel Prize Winner László Krasznahorkai
Q: How do you try to capture the heart of the text in a way that will make sense linguistically to readers or speakers of other language?
I really try to keep the momentum... you can't really go word for word, because the sentence order is completely different.

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What is fiction/non/fiction about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations throughout episodes frequently tie current events to literary themes, creating a rich dialogue that bridges politics with the arts. The discussions feature a diverse range of guests including novelists, poets, journalists, and essayists, allowing for a multifaceted exploration of topics such as capitalism, race, political dynamics, and the significance of representation in literature. The unique aspect of the podcast is its focus on how literature interacts with contemporary societal issues, making it particularly appealing for those who enjoy deep analyses of both artistic and political spheres. Listeners can expect thought-provoking content that challenges conventional perspectives while also celebrating the narratives that ... more

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1. Elizabeth McCracken
2. Alison C. Rollins
3. Sven Beckert
4. Jacob Silverman
5. Kathryn Nuernberger
6. Ottilie Mulzet
7. Max Delsohn
8. Ben Passmore

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