The Common Reader
Henry OliverLiterary discussion www.commonreader.co.uk
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 44 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||
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Obviously, this is mostly about the literacy crisis, whether we understand it properly, whether it is happening in Spain, whether the PISA data supports James’ thesis, and so on. I began by asking James Marriott how things might work out for the best... more
Philip Hensher and I discussed the history of the novel in Britain from Defoe to Hollinghurst. Philip is remarkably well-read and happy to share his real opinions. He can go from Swift to Fitzgerald on the turn of a pin, isn’t shy about holding his g... more
What a lot of fun I had talking to Zena Hitz about Gulliver’s Travels. As well as discussing Swift, slavery, genocide, rationality, Christianity, and science, Zena told me that good philosophy is like a box of cake mix and that a liberal education re... more
My colleague Oliver Traldi recently published an essay called ‘Jane Austen’s Virtuous Liberalism’. It’s a very nice discussion of the ways in which Austen understand the challenges of character formation.
Virtue, as Austen sees it, faces two tough c... more
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- A truly intellectual understanding of great literature
With so much material showing up on podcast this is a true job. You have the opportunity to have a tremendous intellectual to a deep dive with other intellectuals into different Fossi of literature.
Apple Podcasts5Magazinefan
United States4 months ago - Very enjoyable
Very enjoyable and thoughtful discussions on mostly British/Western Literature. One of my go to podcasts on the subject.
Apple Podcasts5jaycel adkinsUnited States7 months ago - Incredibly refreshing
Podcasts are almost entirely hosted by gawping clowns desperately trying to flog their lame jokes and feeble opinions. This is so totally unlike anything else I have heard on a podcast platform - the closest thing I can liken it to is The Rest is History. But minus the slightly tedious joshing. And it’s serious - unashamedly concerned with literature and the aesthetic. Quite unsuited to the times, and one of the reasons I like it so much.
Apple Podcasts5Dfg 325
United Kingdom2 years ago - Great literary podcast, with a techy twist
Love the lack of faff, the great questions (second best after Tyler imho), and fantastic guests who I’ve not usually heard of. Keep going Henry!
Apple Podcasts5Flaahton2003United Kingdom2 years ago
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The show centers on deep dives into literature, philosophy, and the humanities, often exploring how classic and modern works illuminate morality, politics, and human perception. Conversations frequently weave close textual analysis with historical context, hosting guests who are scholars, biographers, and novelists. Notable strengths include rigorous, idea-driven dialogue, thoughtful engagement with great books, and a willingness to challenge conventional readings. The format tends to favor ideation and pedagogy over entertainment, making it a strong fit for audiences who value intellectual rigor and nuanced literary critique.
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1. James Marriott
2. Philip Hensher
3. Zena Hitz
4. Oliver Traldi
5. Laura Thompson
6. Ruth Scurr
7. Naomi Kanakia
8. Catherine Lacey
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