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Lannan Foundation

Lannan Foundation
Poetry
Race
Identity
Palestine
Chicago
James Baldwin
Social Justice
John Edgar Wideman
African American Literature
Racial Identity
Prison Industrial Complex
Cultural Critique
Slave Road
Education
Literary Legacy
Settler Colonialism
Cultural Justice
Personal Narrative
Deborah Levy
Cultural Freedom

Welcome to the Lannan Foundation podcast, a home for cultural freedom, diversity, and creativity. Here, we celebrate exceptional contemporary artists, writers, and activists and delve into inspiring readings and conversations with leading literary figures and advocates for social, political, and environmental justice.

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This is a recording of a Readings & Conversations event from March 27, 2019.

This is a recording of a Readings & Conversations event from May 1, 2019.

This a recording of a Readings & Conversations event from October 30, 2019.

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Recent Guests

Dahr Jamail
Journalist and author focused on climate disruption and war reporting
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Episode: Dahr Jamail with William Rivers Pitt
Aja Monet
Powerful poet and activist
Community-based activist and poet
Episode: Edwidge Danticat with Aja Monet
Sebastian Barry
Acclaimed Irish author known for his novels and plays, including "Days Without End".
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Episode: Sebastian Barry with Daniel Mendelsohn
Deborah Levy
Acclaimed author and playwright
Episode: Deborah Levy with John Freeman
Noam Chomsky
Linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, and social critic.
Episode: Noam Chomsky with David Barsamian
Ana Castillo
Writer, author of "Peel My Love Like An Onion" and other literary works
Episode: Ana Castillo with Ruth Lopez
Barbara Ehrenreich
A prominent essayist and social critic known for her works on economic and social issues, particularly related to poverty and the working class.
Episode: Barbara Ehrenreich with David Barsamian
Tracy K. Smith
US Poet Laureate and acclaimed poet
Episode: Tracy K. Smith with Joy Harjo
Breyten Breytenbach
Renowned South African poet and painter, known for his political activism and literary contributions
Episode: Breyten Breytenbach with Lawrence Weschler

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • W.S. Merwin

    To have been able to hear Merwin over years during which he has continued to be"a carrier the ladders" has been a gift for me and the poetic commons.

    Thank you Bill, and to the Lanan Foundation. Nancy Ryan, Tres Orejas, Taos, N.M.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N. Ryan
    United States14 years ago
  • Perhaps the best audio on the web

    The audio present on both Lannan.org and the newly released Lannan podcasts is consistently among the finest on the web. Anywhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Gabriel Furey
    United States20 years ago
  • a treasure trove

    Readings, discussion, audience Q & A with first-rate writers. Stimulating and entertaining. Feed your mind while you walk your dog. Now if KQED's City Arts & Lectures would just appear in podcast form...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smcaulay
    United States20 years ago

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Fans highlight the show's thoughtful curation and meaningful conversations about culture and justice.
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Dahr Jamail with William Rivers Pitt
Q: What can people do individually to prepare for what's coming?
There are three broad approaches: mitigation (reducing emissions and improving practices like soil regeneration), adaptation (planning for coastlines and urban resilience), and engaged activism (supporting policies and movements that address climate disruption). The guest emphasizes starting now with practical steps and staying informed with rigorous, non-rose-colored data.
Sebastian Barry with Daniel Mendelsohn
Q: What do you think the obligation of fiction is to history?
Barry indicates that fiction can sometimes delve deeper into the truth of human experience than factual history can, emphasizing the emotional resonance of storytelling.
Sebastian Barry with Daniel Mendelsohn
Q: Do you think there's some kind of limit to using the family in fiction?
Barry contemplates the risks and recognitions of using familial connections in writing, acknowledging both the emotional ties and potential discomfort.
Sebastian Barry with Daniel Mendelsohn
Q: What is the alchemy that turns family stories into fiction?
Barry discusses the intricacies of blending personal and family narrative within fiction, expressing that it's often about exploring deeper connections to history and influence.
Deborah Levy with John Freeman
Q: How did you find the time and energy while your life was in disarray to get back to work?
Levy discusses transitioning to a new apartment and realizing the need for a space to write, which led her to create a shed in her friend's garden, where she was able to write three books despite distractions.

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Across recent episodes, conversations blend intimate readings with deep-dive discussions on literature, social justice, and cultural freedom. Expect readings from acclaimed poets and writers, paired with wide-ranging dialogue on diaspora, immigration, memory, and activism, often tying personal narratives to broader political and environmental issues. The show stands out for its thoughtful host-led introductions and focus on how art and storytelling intersect with policy, community organizing, and democratic participation, offering a curated space for culturally engaged voices and urgent societal conversations.

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4. Deborah Levy
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