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The Archive Project

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Portland Book Festival
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Barry Lopez
Literature
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Portland
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Environmentalism
Nature Writing
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Portland Arts & Lectures
Sam Bankman-Fried
Mental Health
Elders Project
Marvin Gaye
Cryptocurrency
Phil Knight

In partnership with Oregon Public Broadcasting, Literary Arts is building a retrospective of some of the most engaging talks from the world’s best writers over the first 40 years of Portland Arts & Lectures in Portland.

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This week we are bringing you a conversation that Literary Arts hosted in October 2025 with historian and political philosopher Timothy Snyder, author of On Tyranny, who spoke about his book On Freedom with Literary Arts executive director – and co-h... more

Colm Tóibín is the author of eleven novels, three short story collections and several works of nonfiction. He has written countless articles, plays, an opera libretto and a collection of poetry, and been a finalist for the Booker Prize multiple times... more

In this episode, we feature the beloved Irish novelist Emma Donoghue, in conversation with OPB’s Crystal Ligori, from the 2025 Portland Book Festival.

Emma Donoghue has extraordinary range, writing for the screen, and the stage, as well as authori... more

Jill Lepore is a Harvard professor and contributing writer to the New Yorker. Her books include The Secret History of Wonder Woman, New York Burning, These Truths: A History of the United States, and her latest, We the People: A History of the U.S. C... more

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Timothy Snyder
Historian and political philosopher, author of On Tyranny and On Freedom
University of Ottawa (Chair in Modern European History)
Episode: Timothy Snyder (Rebroadcast)
Colm Toíbín
Irish writer, author of Brooklyn and Long Island
Writer
Episode: Colm Toíbín (Rebroadcast)
Emma Donoghue
Irish novelist and author of The Paris Express
Author
Episode: Emma Donoghue in conversation (Rebroadcast)
Jill Lepore
Harvard professor and contributing writer to The New Yorker
Harvard University; The New Yorker
Episode: Jill Lepore (Rebroadcast)
Jasmine Guillory
New York Times best-selling author
Author, Flirting Lessons; Books like Drunk on Love, The Wedding Date, The Proposal
Episode: Jasmine Guillory and Adib Khorram (Rebroadcast)
Adib Khorram
Author of It Had To Be Him and Darius the Great Is Not Okay
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Episode: Jasmine Guillory and Adib Khorram (Rebroadcast)
Stacey Abrams
Author and political organizer
Author, political figure
Episode: Stacey Abrams (Rebroadcast)
Marjane Satrapi
Iranian-born French author and film director
Persepolis, Persepolis 2, Radioactive
Episode: Marjane Satrapi
Taylor Byas
Award-winning poet, Black Chicago native
University of Connecticut (Assistant Professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies)
Episode: Taylor Byas & m mick powell in conversation with Jae Nichelle (Rebroadcast)

Hosts

Amanda Bullock
Host of The Archive Project; affiliated with Literary Arts; frequently collaborates on archival and literary programming.
Andrew Proctor
Host of The Archive Project; Executive Director of Literary Arts; leads interviews and festival collaborations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • One of the best literature podcasts

    Very interesting writers, a lot of them very famous, very relevant episodes. I hope, this series never ends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snoopy67
    Germany8 years ago
  • Hear the top literary figures of the 20/21st century

    I love these podcasts. It is beautiful to hear the voices and ideas of these great thinkers and writers. It is the most satisfying talk program for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fruit Snacks
    United States10 years ago

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The show is often described as a highlight for literary fans looking for thoughtful, well-curated conversations.
Listeners praise the breadth of voices and the depth of discussion across writers and poets.
Audiences appreciate the mix of live festival energy with scholarly context and personal storytelling.

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#55
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#139
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#186
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Colm Toíbín (Rebroadcast)
Q: Have you ever thought about returning to the characters of Brooklyn and Long Island in future works?
Yes, I left room for possibility and noted that a second book emerged somewhat unexpectedly; I have a website for contact where readers can share ideas, but there's no firm plan yet.
Jasmine Guillory and Adib Khorram (Rebroadcast)
Q: What inspired the settings of Napa and Milan in your books, and what research did that require?
They describe living near wine country, the research involved talking with winery workers, and the appeal of places that feel authentic beyond tourist impressions, which shaped vivid, lived-in settings.
Jasmine Guillory and Adib Khorram (Rebroadcast)
Q: What's coming up next for you both in your writing?
Both authors discuss ongoing edits and upcoming releases, with plans to announce titles soon and continue exploring diverse, joyful romance in new projects.
Marjane Satrapi
Q: Chicken with Plum is your favorite book, why is that?
Satrapi says it stands out artistically and narratively because the main character is male, which gave her freedom to explore themes without personal artistic constraint, and because she loves the emotional arc and tragedy that mirror real life.
Taylor Byas & m mick powell in conversation with Jae Nichelle (Rebroadcast)
Q: How do you see the balance between writing about public figures and writing about your own experiences?
Both poets describe a residency of self-expression within public discourse, asserting that personal grief and intimate memory can coexist with the broader cultural narratives they are engaging with; research provides a framework that legitimizes representing intimate truths without erasing the subjects' humanity.

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What is The Archive Project about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on thoughtful conversations with prominent writers, poets, journalists, and critics, often anchored in literature, memory, and culture. Across episodes, listeners encounter in-depth explorations of craft, public art, civics, and identity, with on-site reporting, archival context, and multi-voiced interviews that weave local perspectives with global literary themes. A standout pattern is the blend of intimate authorial storytelling with broader cultural inquiry—ranging from poetry and memoir to investigations in journalism and history—often set against Portland's literary and festival scenes. The format tends to spotlight how language, memory, and place shape public discourse, making it a compelling pick for listeners who e... more

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2. Colm Toíbín
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4. Jill Lepore
5. Jasmine Guillory
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7. Stacey Abrams
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