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Literary Fiction
Art Education
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Creative Writing
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Contemporary Literature
Gun Violence
David Foster Wallace
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Chicago
The Summer Layoff
Scaffolding
Birth Control
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The Devil Is a Southpaw
A Different Kind Of Tension
The Fortress Of Solitude
Brooklyn Crime Novel

A podcast about literary fiction and the world of books, with hosts Matt Bucher and Dave Laird. [Logo by Chris Ayers]

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Latest Episodes

In Part 2 of our annual best-of-the-year show, Dave and Matt talk about their favorite reads of the year. As usual, it comes with a playlist:

Apple Music: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/best-of-2025/pl.u-55D6zM5h8VMBkG

Spotify: open.sp... more

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In Episode 89, Dave and Matt have the insane privilege of talking to PUP's remarkably well-read frontman, Stefan Babcock, whose year-end reading list hit PUP's Substack on December 28th, and is full of great books.

In addition to talking about Stefa... more

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In Episode 88, we welcome Brandon back to the show to talk about his new novel, The Devil Is a Southpaw, out now from HarperCollins. We discuss things like metafiction, abjection, doppelgängers, alt-country, and much more.

You can buy the novel here... more

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For Episode 87, Matt and Dave are joined by the Jonathan Lethem, who has a new short story collection out on September 23rd, A Different Kind of Tension. We discuss it, many of his novels and his non-fiction writing, his committment to craft, teachin... more

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Recent Guests

Winston A. Laird
Guest, child of hosts
Episode: Episode 89 - 2025 Year in Review Part 2
Stefan Babcock
Lead singer of the punk band PUP
PUP
Episode: Episode 89 - 2025 Year in Review Part 1, with Stefan Babcock of PUP
Brandon Hobson
Author of "The Devil Is a Southpaw"
Independent Author
Episode: Episode 88 - Brandon Hobson, author of The Devil Is a Southpaw
Jonathan Lethem
Prominent novelist and author of A Different Kind of Tension and The Fortress of Solitude
HarperCollins
Episode: Episode 87 - Jonathan Lethem, author of A Different Kind of Tension & The Fortress of Solitude
Camille Bordas
French-born novelist and writer
Episode: Episode 85 - Camille Bordas, author of The Material & How to Behave in a Crowd
Sergio De La Pava
Author of four novels including Every Arc Bends Its Radian
Simon & Schuster
Episode: Episode 84 - Sergio De La Pava, author of Every Arc Bends Its Radian
Lauren Elkin
Author of Scaffolding, Art Monsters, and Flâneuse
Episode: Episode 82 - Lauren Elkin, author of Scaffolding

Hosts

Matt Bucher
Co-host of the show, involved in literary discussions and author interviews.
Dave Laird
Co-host of the show, contributing to literary analysis and guest interactions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Unfortunately not a fan

    I just couldn’t get past the first 10 minutes of this show, it was so rough. One of the interviewers had terrible audio and every time it cut to him the background noise was off the charts and it was also really tough to follow their winding conversation style of interviewing. Just not super professional, I ended up finding an interview with the author I was looking for on a different pod and it was much more professional and thoughtful, much less “me, me, me.” And I learned a lot from the other... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    benni942
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it!

    Interesting discussions with authors, and my favorite part is the book reviews of notable books the hosts have read - as a result read and loved many of them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ibrtthiyffvhh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Seriously though

    Why after all this time does it still sound like Matt is recording from the bottom of a grain silo?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dchan578
    United Statesa year ago
  • This is the best literary podcast out there!

    This is the best literary podcast out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JRK1072
    Poland2 years ago
  • Excellent show

    I really enjoy the in-depth discussions of Wallace and the scholarship around him. These hosts are widely aware of the discourse and regularly add to it via their quality guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eddie Matthews (just some guy)
    United States4 years ago

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Overall, the dynamic between the hosts is praised, contributing to a lively and enjoyable listening experience.
Some critiques mention a desire for sharper hosting and direction in conversations with guests.
The engaging interviews with authors enhance the content's appeal, leading to an expanded understanding of literature.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and academic approach to literary discussions.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 89 - 2025 Year in Review Part 1, with Stefan Babcock of PUP
Q: What's on your TBR stack? What are you looking forward to reading?
Yeah, I got a huge list of, not huge, but I probably got 80 books on my to read list.
Episode 89 - 2025 Year in Review Part 1, with Stefan Babcock of PUP
Q: What's your genesis here? What's, like, the book that got you to say, like, holy shit, I got to read all the books that are like this?
I've been, like, yeah, I've kind of always been a reader since I was a little kid.
Episode 87 - Jonathan Lethem, author of A Different Kind of Tension & The Fortress of Solitude
Q: How do you organize your time?
Lethem explains that managing multiple projects can be challenging, but he tries to center himself around one project at a time while still accepting his workaholic tendencies.
Episode 85 - Camille Bordas, author of The Material & How to Behave in a Crowd
Q: Can writing be taught, can comedy be taught?
I think you can learn from the process of being in a creative workshop, as it helps develop confidence and understanding of your own writing.
Episode 85 - Camille Bordas, author of The Material & How to Behave in a Crowd
Q: What makes time disappear for you?
Reading is the only thing that makes time disappear for me; I can lose myself in books completely.

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Focused on literary fiction, this podcast features engaging conversations with authors, exploring their works and the broader landscape of literature. The hosts, Matt Bucher and Dave Laird, provide insightful commentary on both literary themes and contemporary societal issues, often weaving in humor and personal experiences. Notable discussions also cover the intersections of literature with fields like philosophy, art, and politics, making it a rich source for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of literature and its implications. The show is distinguished by its blend of academic analysis and relatable dialogue, appealing to both casual readers and literary scholars.

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1. Winston A. Laird
2. Stefan Babcock
3. Brandon Hobson
4. Jonathan Lethem
5. Camille Bordas
6. Sergio De La Pava
7. Lauren Elkin

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