Rephonic
Artwork for Lost Ladies of Lit

Lost Ladies of Lit

Amy Helmes & Kim Askew
Women Writers
Elaine May
Lost Literature
Literary Classics
Enayat Al-Zayyat
Ina Eloise Young
Improvisational Comedy
Empress Elisabeth Of Austria
Hedy Lamarr
Literature
Poetry
Love and Silence
Cultural History
Hollywood
Women In Comedy
Egypt
Iman Mersal
Barbara Comyns
Women's Literature
Mike Nichols

A book podcast hosted by writing partners Amy Helmes and Kim Askew. Guests include biographers, journalists, authors, and cultural historians discussing lost classics by women writers. You can support Lost Ladies of Lit by visiting www.patreon.com/c/LostLadiesofLit339.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes245Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
BooksHistoryArts

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Lost Ladies of Lit

Latest Episodes

Send us a text

Before penning the lyrics to “America the Beautiful,” Katharine Lee Bates shone a spotlight on the invisible (and not so invisible) labor tackled by an unsung Christmas heroine, Mrs. Claus. Bates’s 1888 poem “Goody Claus on a Sleigh R... more

Send us a text

Dark and disturbing, yet strangely redemptive, Djuna Barnes’s 1936 modernist masterpiece Nightwood left even its greatest champion, T.S. Eliot, a bit bewildered. Guest Margaret Vandenburg, an expert in modernism, post-modernism and ge... more

Send us a text

Likened to a fresh Yorkshire breeze, Malachi Whitaker’s year-in-the-life memoir And So Did I, published in 1939, is a quirky spirit-quest juxtaposing wry humor and contemplative observations amidst the impending threat of global confl... more

Send us a text

In this special episode, Kim and Amy recount their recent visit to The Sitting Room, a unique library and literary salon in Sonoma, CA, dedicated to women's literature. Trip highlights included a stay at a Julia-Morgan-designed archit... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Backlisted
BacklistedBacklisted
The LRB Podcast
The LRB PodcastThe London Review of Books
The Book Review
The Book ReviewThe New York Times

Recent Guests

Margaret Vandenburg
Author of 'Craze' and academic specializing in modernism, postmodernism, and gender studies.
Barnard College
Episode: Djuna Barnes — Nightwood with Margaret Vandenburg
Valerie Waterhouse
PhD researcher at the University of Salford and executor of Malachi Whitaker's literary estate
University of Salford
Episode: Malachi Whitaker — And So Did I with Valerie Waterhouse
Lisa B. Kröger
Co-host of the Monster She Wrote podcast, writer with a Ph.D. in Gothic Literature.
Episode: Rosalind Ashe — Moths with Lisa B. Kröger
Mimi Pond
Author and illustrator known for her graphic memoirs and latest book about the Mitford sisters
Episode: Jessica Mitford — The American Way of Death with Mimi Pond
Jessica Kirzane
Assistant Instructional Professor in the Yiddish Department of Germanic Studies at the University of Chicago and translator of Miriam Karpilove's 'Diary of a Lonely Girl'.
University of Chicago
Episode: HIATUS ENCORE: Miriam Karpilove with Jessica Kirzane
Catherine Prendergast
Author of The Gilded Edge, Two Audacious Women and The Cyanide Love Triangle That Shook America
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Episode: HIATUS ENCORE: Nora May French with Catherine Prendergast
Dr. Rosemary Hennessy
Professor of English at Rice University and author of 'In the Company of Radical Women Writers'
Rice University
Episode: HIATUS ENCORE: Meridel Le Sueur — The Girl with Rosemary Hennessy
Lavanya Krishnan
Co-founder of Boxwalla, a curated book box subscription company
Boxwalla
Episode: HIATUS ENCORE: Minae Mizumura — A True Novel with Lavanya Krishnan
Brad Bigelow
Editor of neglectedbooks.com, an expert in lost literature and author.
neglectedbooks.com
Episode: HIATUS ENCORE: G.E. Trevelyan — Appius and Virginia with Brad Bigelow

Hosts

Kim Askew
Co-host of a podcast that highlights forgotten women authors and their works. Her background involves literature, and she brings insightful discussions around feminist themes in literary history.
Amy Helmes
Co-host of a podcast focused on women's literature and the recovery of lost literary voices. She engages with guests to bring attention to the contributions of female authors.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Always Interesting

    This podcast is always enlightening, entertaining, and educational; my favorite 3”E”s!!! Hosts do excellent research, guests are authoritative leaders in their fields, and the combination creates exciting conversations that I love listening to. 5*s

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarahelize
    United States2 months ago
  • Credible, Cool

    I’ve been listening to the show for a few years, and I really appreciate that the guests are scholars who are experts in writer recovery. I can listen to the discussion for my own interest and feel comfortable bringing the information into my college classroom. I also think that Amy and Kim are fantastic hosts. I really enjoy this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    An Educator & Lifelong Learner
    United Statesa year ago
  • Smart, relevant, and teeming with insight

    I discovered the podcast a few months ago. Now it is a definite favorite. I check for a new episode every time I open my podcast manager. My TBR list has grown considerably as a result!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJMastro
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of the best literary podcasts I know

    I’ve been a bookseller for years, and owned a bookshop in Paris. With each episode of Lost Ladies I learn something new and fascinating. Their guests are always top notch. Thanks to them, my book knowledge and my collection are expanding.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paris Bookseller
    France2 years ago
  • So good, so smart, so fun

    My new fave pod! It’s smart, light, interesting and a perspective I haven’t heard or seen elsewhere. Def worth the time & a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CSSF2012
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Content is entertaining as well as educational, making learning enjoyable.
Episodes are highly recommended for those interested in women's literature and history.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and witty banter between hosts.
The emphasis on lost women authors brings valuable awareness to their works.
Hosts are well-researched and provide enriching conversations.

Top Books Podcasts

The Book Review
The Book ReviewThe New York Times
Myths and Legends
Myths and LegendsJason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod
Catholic Bible Study
Catholic Bible StudyAugustine Institute
Fantasy Fangirls
Fantasy FangirlsFantasy Fangirls
Selected Shorts
Selected ShortsSymphony Space
Poetry Unbound
Poetry UnboundOn Being Studios

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Malachi Whitaker — And So Did I with Valerie Waterhouse
Q: What is the significance of the title 'And So Did I'?
The title reflects themes of existential loneliness and the author's search for meaning, drawing connections to a line from a Coleridge poem about life after death.
Malachi Whitaker — And So Did I with Valerie Waterhouse
Q: What was the book's reception like, Valerie?
Initially, most reviews of 'And So Did I' were positive, with some prominent critics appreciating its charm and wit, despite some early skepticism.
Djuna Barnes — Nightwood with Margaret Vandenburg
Q: What do you remember about first reading Djuna Barnes?
Margaret Vandenburg recalls discovering Barnes while writing her dissertation at Columbia, which focused on gender fluidity in modernism.
HIATUS ENCORE: Meridel Le Sueur — The Girl with Rosemary Hennessy
Q: What were the changes made to The Girl before its publication?
Dr. Hennessy elaborated on how Le Sueur revised the manuscript to incorporate a clearer feminist message and address women's experiences more intimately.
HIATUS ENCORE: Meridel Le Sueur — The Girl with Rosemary Hennessy
Q: What happened to Le Sueur during the 1950s?
Dr. Hennessy explained that Le Seur was blacklisted due to her unwavering association with the Communist Party, impacting her ability to publish and work.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Lost Ladies of Lit

What is Lost Ladies of Lit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the often-overlooked contributions of women writers, the content draws listeners into rich literary discussions surrounding forgotten classics. Each episode typically features a guest who is a biographer, journalist, author, or cultural historian, which encourages deep dives into the lives, backgrounds, and societal impacts of female authors across various genres. The engaging banter between the co-hosts and their guest experts not only highlights the authors' lost works but also provides insightful cultural commentary relevant to today's literary landscape.

This podcast is unique for its commitment to reclaiming and celebrating forgotten voices in literature, making it a valuable resource for literature enthusiasts, students, ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Lost Ladies of Lit?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Lost Ladies of Lit. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Lost Ladies of Lit and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Lost Ladies of Lit get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Lost Ladies of Lit, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Lost Ladies of Lit?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Lost Ladies of Lit, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Lost Ladies of Lit have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Lost Ladies of Lit has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Lost Ladies of Lit?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Lost Ladies of Lit:

1. Backlisted
2. Critics at Large | The New Yorker
3. The LRB Podcast
4. The Book Review
5. The TLS Podcast

How many episodes of Lost Ladies of Lit are there?

Lost Ladies of Lit launched 5 years ago and published 245 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Lost Ladies of Lit?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Lost Ladies of Lit?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Lost Ladies of Lit from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Lost Ladies of Lit?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Lost Ladies of Lit. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Lost Ladies of Lit?

Recent guests on Lost Ladies of Lit include:

1. Margaret Vandenburg
2. Valerie Waterhouse
3. Lisa B. Kröger
4. Mimi Pond
5. Jessica Kirzane
6. Catherine Prendergast
7. Dr. Rosemary Hennessy
8. Lavanya Krishnan

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days