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Philip Roth
Goodbye, Columbus
Jewish Identity
The Plot Against America
Newark
Nationalism
Fascism
J.D. Salinger
American Pastoral
Anti-Semitism
Donald Trump
Portnoy's Complaint
Operation Shylock
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Jewish-American Identity
Zionism
I Married a Communist

A podcast about the life and works of the great American novelist, Philip Roth. Hosted by Sam Graham-Felsen, historian of the Philip Roth Personal Library.

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Naomi Fry and Matthew Schneier join host Sam Graham-Felsen to discuss Roth's most famous work, the groundbreaking comic rant, Portnoy's Complaint.

Naomi Fry is a staff writer for The New Yorker and the host of the Critics at Large podcast.

Matthew ... more

Wesley Morris and Sam Anderson join host Sam Graham-Felsen to discuss Roth's nonfiction masterpiece, Patrimony.

Wesley Morris is a two-time Pulitzer-Prize winning critic forthe New York Times, and the host of the podcast Cannonball.

Sam Anderson, ... more

Essayist and fiction writer Tom Beller joins host Sam Graham-Felsen to discuss Philip Roth's very first book, Goodbye, Columbus.

Tom Beller was a 2024 Guggenheim Fellow and is a professor and Director of Creative Writing at Tulane University. He is ... more

Writers Hannah Gold and Giles Harvey join host Sam Graham-Felsen to discuss Philip Roth's four-part autofictional saga, Zuckerman Bound. With special emphasis on The Prague Orgy.

More about Giles and Hannah:

www.nytimes.com/by/giles-harvey more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Schneier
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New York Magazine
Episode: Episode 10: Portnoy's Complaint
Naomi Fry
Staff Writer for The New Yorker and co-host of Critics at Large
The New Yorker
Episode: Episode 10: Portnoy's Complaint
Tom Beller
Professor and Director of Creative Writing at Tulane University
Tulane University
Episode: Episode 8: Goodbye, Columbus
Corey Robin
Distinguished professor of political science at Brooklyn College and CUNY Grad Center
Brooklyn College
Episode: Episode 5: The Plot Against America
Andrew Marantz
Staff writer for The New Yorker, focusing on technology, politics, and culture
The New Yorker
Episode: Episode 5: The Plot Against America
Emma Goldberg
Features writer for the New York Times covering the culture of work and Jewish issues.
New York Times
Episode: Episode 4: Operation Shylock
Marc Tracy
Staff writer for the New York Times, who covers Jewish cultural issues.
New York Times
Episode: Episode 4: Operation Shylock
Taffy Brodesser-Akner
Staff writer for The New York Times Magazine and bestselling author of the novel Fleishman Is in Trouble.
The New York Times Magazine
Episode: Episode 3: American Pastoral

Host

Sam Graham-Felsen
Host of Roth & Company and a historian of the Philip Roth Personal Library.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast!

    If you want to explore Roth’s oeuvre in greater depth and get to know him as the complicated human he was, this is the podcast for you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sea-of-ash
    Canada3 days ago
  • Great show!

    Great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgk9988
    United States6 months ago
  • Fascinating

    If you have any interest in Phillip Roth, give this a listen. Great insights into Roth’s work—makes me want to re-read those I’ve read and definitely read the ones I haven’t yet got round to. Well done to Sam!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grumpy pedant
    Canada6 months ago
  • Finally

    Wonderful format for covering Roth; my most read writer. I’ve been waiting for years for this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edelmatters
    United States7 months ago
  • Exciting Concept

    As a Roth fan, I think this is a great idea. I can’t wait for future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jsuens
    United States10 months ago

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The discussions are appreciated for their depth and cultural relevance, resonating strongly with fans and new readers alike.

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What is Roth & Company about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content explores the life and literature of a celebrated American novelist, focusing on the nuances of his storytelling and the societal themes interwoven throughout his works. Discussions range from in-depth analyses of individual novels to broader themes such as identity, family dynamics, and cultural critique, often highlighting the author's relationship with his Jewish heritage and American society. The conversations feature insights from various guests, including literary experts and cultural critics, adding diverse perspectives that enrich the dialogue around the novelist's impact on literature and society.

This series stands out for its engaging format and the depth of literary exploration it offers, appealing to both long-time f... more

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2. Naomi Fry
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4. Corey Robin
5. Andrew Marantz
6. Emma Goldberg
7. Marc Tracy
8. Taffy Brodesser-Akner

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