Lost Ladies of Lit
Amy Helmes & Kim AskewA 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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 185 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsHistory | |||
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Dying by suicide shortly after her novel, Love and Silence, was rejected for publication in 1963, Egyptian writer Enayat al-Zayyat gained brief recognition when the book was finally published four years after her death. Discovering the novel in a Cai... more
An eyewitness to monumental moments in the 20th century, author Kay Boyle hung out with Left Bank artists and literary giants, chronicled the ravages of WWII, was blacklisted in the 1950s and was jailed for her Haight-Ashbury activism in the late 196... more
In this week’s episode Kim and Amy discuss the life and work of “Speranza,” a.k.a Lady Jane Wilde, a.k.a. Oscar Wilde’s mom! An outspoken, rabble-rousing poet who championed Irish independence, she stirred up members of the Young Ireland movement whi... more
In our first-ever "Game Show Edition" of the podcast, McNally Editions editor Lucy Scholes joins us for a lightning-round quiz pitting quotations from Elizabeth Taylor the actress vs. Elizabeth Taylor the author! Test your knowledge and join in the f... more
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- 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 Podcasts5Paris Bookseller
France19 days 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 Podcasts5CSSF2012
United States2 months ago - Love the Lost Ladies of Lit
Such a great podcast showcasing so many wonderful writers that have been unfairly lost in time. Only downside is that the to-be-read pile keeps getting bigger and bigger.
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Canada2 months ago - Great fun, impressive research
Also a great resource when you’re trying to find new books to suggest for book club.
Apple Podcasts5TravelinGLFUnited States7 months ago - A great find for any literature lover
This podcast covers a wide range of authors (across time, geographic location, themes) who all have key things in common: their writing is great, their lives are fascinating, and they deserve more readers. The hosts’ approach blends enthusiasm, thoughtful questions, and playful curiosity that fosters really engaging, accessible, and deep conversations with their guests.
Apple Podcasts5afterclaudeUnited States9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #96 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #227 |  India/Arts/Books |
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