
Listening to the past can help us to understand our present. Dr. Grace Hamman, medievalist and writer, guides listeners to approach often intimidating works of literature and theology and learn to ask questions of our current age. Let‘s read old books together and discover truths about God and ourselves.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 96 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityBooksReligion & SpiritualityArts | |||

Today is the last installment of this year's Lent series. Grace welcomes Dr. Abram Van Engen to discuss all things George Herbert, much to her delight (a bit of fangirling over Herbert is always in order). They focus on the beautiful, dense, multilay... more
In the latest installment of the Lent series, Grace welcomes Amy Baik Lee to discuss the poignant Sonnet 19 by the great John Milton.
When I consider how my light is spent,
Ere half my days, in this dark world and wide,
And that one Talent whi... more
Today, Grace welcomes professor and author David Taylor in this installment of the Lenten poetry series. They talk about the great nineteenth-century poet, Gerard Manley Hopkins, and in particular, his masterpiece “The Wreck of the Deutschland.”
W. ... more
Grace is delighted to kick off this year’s Lent series. Every other week during Lent Grace will have a guest who has chosen a Lenten-themed poem to share. Today, though, is just a little meditative beginning with three Middle English poems, text belo... more
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I discovered Grace's books and podcast a little over a year ago, and I've been so blessed by her warm presence, spiritual and literary insights, and delightful guests. Listening to this podcast has led me down a personal path of reading and discovery, and I am truly grateful and always look forward to the feeling of spiritual community and kindredship I experience as I listen. God bless you Grace, and thank you for sharing your heart and mind on this podcast and in your writing and scholarship.
Even as an untrained hobby medievalist, I understand and am challenged by the topics and observations on this podcast. I keep meeting new people from history that are worth knowing today! Also, it takes a well-cultivated mind to form the questions that Dr Hamman asks. I highly recommend her podcast!
I always learn something when I listen to this show. So much depth and beauty
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight episodes were so beautiful and calming to my soul. What a gift ! Thank you and keep up the good work.
I love this show! Grace brings on varied and interesting guests, and she’s introduced me to works I wouldn’t have otherwise come across.
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The show combines literary analysis, theology, and medieval history to explore timeless works and big questions about God, virtue, beauty, and human meaning. Conversations span poets, theologians, and medievalists, with a clear emphasis on how ancient texts illuminate modern life, virtue, and imagination. Listeners often encounter thoughtful book discussions, poetry readings, and reflections on contemporary life through the lens of classical literature, with a warm, apologetic approach that makes dense ideas accessible. A standout quality is the host's ability to pair rigorous scholarship with approachable storytelling, frequently inviting guests who bridge literary craft and spiritual insight.
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