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The Getting Lit Podcast

Matthew Sini
Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Albert Finney
Brian Cox
Laurus
Marisa Tomei
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Wicked: For Good
Gary Indiana
Los Angeles
Vladimir Nabokov
Bend Sinister
The Tempest
William Shakespeare
Ryu Murakami
Alice Munro
Vivienne (novel)
Revenge Of the Sith
Wake In Fright
Gemini
Virgo

Casual yet stimulating talks about books and media. newmythologies.substack.com

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This week, we discuss the recently departed Australian author, David Malouf. Specifically, his book Remembering Babylon, a strange novel that starts out with a castaway British boy being raised by Aboriginal Australians, and unfurls into something mu... more

This week, we’re joined by Substack essayist, thinker, and fellow Australian Russell Walter who is also host of The Chudstack Review podcast. We talk about his essay on why LARPing (live action role playing) is important and Good Actually, as well as... more

Last year, Sini uploaded an episode to the paid feed of his personal Substack podcast, New Mythologies, discussing the oft-mentioned "literary man." Joining him? Glen from Rare Candy, as well as writers J David Osborne and Kelby Losack.

This week, w... more

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To celebrate Easter, we have unlocked our paid episode on Eugene Vodolazkin's Laurus. To access the full archive of episodes and special Back Matter aftershows, got to patreon.com/GettingLit.

This week, we're joined by Brisbane musician and composer... more

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Recent Guests

Russell Walter
Author of the Russell Walter Substack
Russell Walter Substack
Episode: Getting LARPed feat. Russell Walter
Glen Rockney
Co-host of The Rare Candy Podcast
The Rare Candy Podcast
Episode: The Final Word on "Literary Men" feat. Glen Rockney, J David Osborne, & Kelby Losack
Kelby Losack
Co-host of The Agitated Podcast
The Agitated Podcast
Episode: The Final Word on "Literary Men" feat. Glen Rockney, J David Osborne, & Kelby Losack
J David Osborne
Co-host of The Agitated Podcast
The Agitated Podcast
Episode: The Final Word on "Literary Men" feat. Glen Rockney, J David Osborne, & Kelby Losack
Ivan Niccolai
Author of Like You Have a Choice, Melbourne-based writer and journalist
Self-published author (Substack)
Episode: Like You Have a Choice feat. Ivan Niccolai
Alec Mouhibian
Alec Mouhibian, host of Filthy Armenian Adventures
Filthy Armenian Adventures
Episode: (TEASER) The Moonstone feat. Alec Mouhibian
Fresno Eubanks
Returning guest
Episode: (TEASER) White Noise feat. Erik & Mac
Amir Naaman
Editor of Inversion book, co-hosting with Pierre
Vergeren / Venture publishing
Episode: Fake and/or Gay? feat. Amir Naaman & Pierre d'Alancaisez
Pierre Delonc-Hesse
Editor of Inversion book, co-hosting with Amir
Vergeren / Venture publishing
Episode: Fake and/or Gay? feat. Amir Naaman & Pierre d'Alancaisez

Host

Matt
Host of The Getting Lit Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Real lit

    Literary realness

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick DH
    United States2 years ago
  • Wow

    Wow what a great show and the host is handsome too. Don’t ask me how I know that, it’s a feeling, I guess

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Sini
    Australia3 years ago
  • Hot hosts

    That rio dude sounds really hot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    teacher pete stan
    Australia5 years ago

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Shows consistently deliver thoughtful takes on literary culture and publishing.
Hosts strike a balance between rigorous critique and entertaining banter.
Guests bring diverse perspectives from authors to editors, enriching discussions.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Wake In Fright feat. Jack from Book Club from Hell
Q: How does the film differ from the book in terms of tone and pacing?
The film leans more into an amplified surreal mood, using visual cues and performances to convey threat, whereas the book relies more on Grant's internal thoughts to build tension.
Vivienne feat. Emmalea Russo
Q: Why did you move from poetry into a novel—what needed a narrative arc that poetry couldn't provide?
Emmalee discusses the necessity of a narrative engine and group dynamics (three generations) to explore the book's themes, while still retaining a poetic sensibility in cadence and imagery.
Vivienne feat. Emmalea Russo
Q: How did cancellation culture shape the conception of Vivienne and the novel's misdirections?
The host asks about cancellation, and Emmalee explains that the public campaign serves as a backdrop that reveals character and thematic concerns rather than driving a simple plot; the story uses cancellation to explore mysticism, responsibility, and the tension between public discourse and private life.
The Barrow feat. Tobe Ellen
Q: Where should people go to find it when it launches?
Listeners can follow The Barrow pod on Instagram and Substack, and they will find the show on major platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube, with unedited video versions on YouTube.
The Barrow feat. Tobe Ellen
Q: Are you going to release the memoir as the podcast runs, or what is the plan?
They plan to publish the manuscript, possibly self-publish or pursue traditional publishing, while continuing the podcast to promote and integrate the book with ongoing conversations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Getting Lit Podcast

What is The Getting Lit Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers conversations around books, literary culture, and media, often exploring how publishing works, author promotion, and the changing landscape of storytelling. Episodes frequently tackle topics like gatekeeping, DEI in publishing, anti-woke vs pro-art debates, and the craft of writing and marketing for modern authors. A standout aspect is the blend of sharp analysis with candid humor, featuring varied guests from authors and editors to critics and fellow readers, which gives a wide lens on how books circulate in today's culture. The format tends to mix deep literary discussion with practical takeaways for writers, publishers, and listeners curious about how modern book culture operates and evolves across platforms and communi... more

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