MFA Writers
Jared McCormackMFA Writers is the podcast where host Jared McCormack interviews creative writing MFA students about their program, their process, and a piece they’re working on.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 141 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooks | |||
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What do poets and humorists have in common? For Caylin Capra-Thomas, whose writing is sure to make you laugh, both pay close attention to life’s idiosyncrasies in the search for truth. In this episode, she also tells Jared about her experience gettin... more
What role can poetry play in public health? Henneh Kyereh Kwaku joins Jared to explore how his MFA in Creative Writing intersects with his academic background in public health and disease control. Together, they discuss how Henneh uses a poetic lens ... more
Spencer Robert Young sits down with Jared to talk about their path from punk music concertgoer to writing a chamber opera. Plus, Spencer and Jared discuss pattern and rupture in poetry, the pros and cons of staying in academia versus taking time off,... more
Former stand-up comedian Max Delsohn sits down with Jared to talk about how humor and detailed line-level revision show up in his work for the stage and the page. Plus, he discusses a pleasure-forward writing process, switching MFA programs after the... more
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- Thank you!
Beyond grateful for the love and commitment you bring to this podcast. I have learned so much and am excited to be a guest one day after I graduate!
Apple Podcasts5redwoodobsessed
United States8 months ago - Exceptional
I have been lurking around this site for the last two years, taking notes and making plans. This month I have begun my MFA application process, well armed by all I have been exposed to on and around MFA Writers. I cannot say enough about the well-presented substantive value of this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Dave MallachUnited Statesa year ago - Intelligent and well-produced
First and foremost, this podcast is extremely well-produced. The sound quality is amazing and steady, the introduction is perfectly balanced with the rest of the podcast, and Jared talks with a steady pace and the most calming voice. Second, it’s extremely insightful and informative. Even if you’re already in a MFA program or just write casually and aren’t intending to start a program, it’s still worth a listen to get to know how other writers write and what makes them stand out. (Plus, sometime... more
Apple Podcasts5eshaf41United Statesa year ago - Fantastic resource
I just discovered this podcast last week and I have already learned so much about MFA programs and the writers’ experiences navigating the process. This is such a helpful resource for writers out there who want to learn about what it’s like to apply to programs, and what it’s like to be an MFA student in general. Thanks Jared!!!
Apple Podcasts5Emilie JacobsonUnited States2 years ago - SUPER HELPFUL
Jared is the man. This podcast was a game changer for me during the research process for MFA programs. Thank you to J and to the team as well, keep up the incredible work!
Apple Podcasts5Kia roUnited States3 years ago
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