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The Archive Project

Literary Arts
National Poetry Month
Literature
Barry Lopez
Ada Lamone
Literary Arts
Seamus Heaney
Poetry and Nature
Nature Writing
Environmentalism
Slam Poetry
Identity and Ancestry
Poetry
Portland Book Festival
Oregon
Mental Health
Tom Lake
Jon Raymond
Tom Hanks
Poetry Slam
Jane Hirshfield

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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In this episode of The Archive Project, we feature poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong from Portland Arts & Lectures in January 2022. Hong became nationally famous in the spring of 2020 for her essay collection Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoni... more

This week features a conversation on humor in fiction featuring two masters of the genre: Kristen Arnett, author of Mostly Dead Thingas and, most recently, Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One, the story of a lesbian clown navigating life, love, and art ... more

Portland Book Festival has been a proud partner of the National Book Foundation Presents program for many years now, and at the 2025 festival we featured a program called “The Cost of Hope,” moderated by National Book Foundation executive director Ru... 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

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Jess Walter
Author of So Far Gone
Author, So Far Gone
Episode: Funny Story: Kristen Arnett & Jess Walter
Jason De Leon
Author of Soldiers and Kings, Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling
University of California, Berkeley (subject matter author)
Episode: NBF Presents: Jason De Léon & Megha Majumdar
Megha Majumdar
Author of A Guardian and a Thief
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Episode: NBF Presents: Jason De Léon & Megha Majumdar
Tara Roberts
Global adventurer and writer, author of 'Written in the Waters'
National Geographic Society
Episode: Tara Roberts in conversation
M. McPowell
Poet and author of Dead Girl Cameo, A Love Story in Poems
Episode: Taylor Byas & m mick powell in conversation with Jae Nichelle
Taylor Byas
Poet and author of Resting Bitch Face
Episode: Taylor Byas & m mick powell in conversation with Jae Nichelle
Emma Donoghue
Beloved Irish novelist known for her acclaimed works, including the bestseller Room.
Episode: Emma Donoghue in conversation
Juhea Kim
Author of the novel Beast of a Little Land, a finalist for the 2022 Dayton Literary Peace Prize
Episode: Better Worlds: A Panel on Ursula K. Le Guin’s Legacy (Rebroadcast)
Michelle Ruiz Keil
Author of the young adult novel Summer in the City of Roses, a finalist for the inaugural Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction
Episode: Better Worlds: A Panel on Ursula K. Le Guin’s Legacy (Rebroadcast)

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Andrew Proctor
Executive Director of Literary Arts, involved in promoting and organizing literary events and discussions.
Amanda Bullock
Host of The Archive Project, focusing on engaging literary discussions with authors and cultural figures.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 84 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 unique perspectives of notable literary figures resonate strongly with audiences, making it a favorite for those interested in literature and the arts.

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#225
Canada/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#170
Ireland/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#184
Poland/Arts/Books

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NBF Presents: Jason De Léon & Megha Majumdar
Q: How did the authors come to their current projects and what changed during the writing process?
Megha explains her writing evolved from a different initial plot to emphasize intergenerational perspectives and the moral complexities of climate-impacted families, while Jason describes starting from one young smuggler's story and expanding to a broader cast as themes of masculinity, trauma, and systemic forces emerged.
Funny Story: Kristen Arnett & Jess Walter
Q: Jess, what parts of living in Florida as a queer artist did you get to explore in your book?
He discusses Orlando as a love letter to the city, embedding local Easter eggs, exploring queer spaces like 'gay IHOP,' and examining how art and community adapt and survive in conservative spaces.
Funny Story: Kristen Arnett & Jess Walter
Q: For Kristen, are you actually a clown? Did you take clowning classes?
No, not formally; the perspective comes from a lifetime around clowns and a lot of informal exposure, which informed her portrayal and voice, including using the clown persona as a lens rather than a trained routine.
Colm Tóibín
Q: What advice might you have for our writers in the audience?
Control your weekends. If you can't control your weekends, you will never get your novel written.
Colm Tóibín
Q: Have you ever thought about coming back to Eilish and Jim again? Will we see them again in the future?
I wasn't planning it, but now, I don't know what to do. I'm going to have to do something, but I don't know when.

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

This podcast features a collection of insightful talks from a diverse range of prominent writers, highlighting both contemporary and classic literary voices. Episodes often cover profound themes such as identity, memory, and social justice, drawing connections between personal narratives and larger societal issues. Unique in its approach, the podcast integrates discussions on literary craft with broader cultural conversations, making it an enriching experience for both literary enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. Recent episodes showcase conversations that reflect on the legacies of significant authors, address contemporary literary trends, and explore the intersections of literature with politics, personal history, and community healin... more

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1. Jess Walter
2. Jason De Leon
3. Megha Majumdar
4. Tara Roberts
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6. Taylor Byas
7. Emma Donoghue
8. Juhea Kim

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