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Workers' Lit

Workers' Lit
The Picture Of Dorian Gray
Peer Gynt
Oscar Wilde
Henrik Ibsen
Sonic the Hedgehog
London
Aestheticism
Hedonism
Good Vs. Evil
Norwegian Folklore
Homosexuality
Theater
Victorian Society
Ted Dekker
Christian Fiction
Creepypastas
Two Towers
Theatrical Adaptations
Moral Philosophy
Dorian Gray's Portrait

A podcast about books and the news with Lenore, Aysha, Jen, and Jacob Books/Culture episodes on Mondays! News/Politics episodes on Wednesdays! Read good books, tell bad jokes, and fight for a better future! Contact us at workerslit@gmail.com

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Recent Guests

Nick Mamatas
Author and editor, known for works like Kalivas! Or Another Tempest and The Second Shooter.
Episode: Bonus Author Interview: Nick Mamatas
Ruwa Romman
Georgia State Representative and candidate for Governor
Georgia State House of Representatives
Episode: A Discussion with Representative Ruwa Romman, Candidate for Governor of Georgia
Talia Bhatt
Radical trans feminist focused on injustice against trans feminized populations and author of multiple works on trans feminism.
Episode: On Trans-Feminism and Gender War, ft. Talia Bhatt
Dave Ring
Publisher and Managing Editor of Neon Hemlock Press
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Episode: Indie Publishing, Ft. Neon Hemlock
Karlo Yeager Rodríguez
Writer and podcaster
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Episode: United States of Banana, ft. Karlo Yeager Rodríguez
Joshua Ilon
Voice actor and podcaster from the Penumbra Podcast
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Episode: The Great Gatsby, ft, Joshua Ilon of the Penumbra Podcast
Chris Richard
Host of The Eclectic Radical, discussing news, culture, and critiques of capitalism
The Eclectic Radical
Episode: T.S. Eliot’s “The Wasteland,” ft. The Eclectic Radical
Brian Wishart
Podcaster and film analyst
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Episode: LA Confidential, ft. Brian Wishart
Brian Recker
Public theologian and author of bestselling book 'Hell Bent'
Episode: Bonus Interview: Hell Bent with Brian Recker

Hosts

Lenore
Host and co-host actively engaging in discussions related to literature and cultural critique.
Aysha
Co-host contributing to discussions on books and political issues with humor and insight.
Jacob
Co-host and collaborator analyzing literature and engaging with political content.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Hard to pick a favorite

    Dune? Star Wars? Ministry for the Future? Red Plenty has to be up there. Just a terrific show taking a critical eye to the culture industry, through speculative fiction and other works. Bright and fun

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KFJ94
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wicked Good!

    Absolutely loved the episode on Blood Meridian. Appreciated your honesty and analysis of themes. Looking forward to listening to much more of you guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jojable
    United States2 years ago
  • Funny, smart, enlightened

    Really great culture and politics podcast. So glad to have found it via the bird app.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alek M
    Canada3 years ago

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Fans enjoy the blend of cultural analysis with timely political commentary, finding it both entertaining and enlightening.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous engagement with both literature and political themes.
Many comment on the hosts' ability to tackle complex issues while maintaining a light-hearted, accessible approach.

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#154
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Apple Podcasts
#158
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#222
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Apple Podcasts
#215
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#250
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The Running Man, ft. Left of the Projector
Q: Evan, how are you going to survive The Running Man?
Similar to Bill, he agrees that going to Canada to escape would be a strategy, but is unsure about the logistical details.
The Running Man, ft. Left of the Projector
Q: Bill, how would you survive The Running Man?
He thinks Ben Richardson played the game relatively smart, preferring to hide rather than run.
A Discussion with Representative Ruwa Romman, Candidate for Governor of Georgia
Q: What made you want to run for governor?
I could not let us go through another year like that because when I was talking to folks, they said, you know, we want to just protect as many races as we can and just prepare for 2028.
On Trans-Feminism and Gender War, ft. Talia Bhatt
Q: What does it mean to accept trans people?
It involves recognizing shared struggles and understanding trans women's realities as part of the broader fight against patriarchy.
On Venezuela: A Discussion with Vijay Prashad
Q: What do we see as the end game for the U.S. with Venezuela?
Imperialism is the game, and the exertion of power is the end goal, rather than gaining specific resources or territory.

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