
Dr Karina Jakubowicz talks with writers, artists, and academics whose work has been influenced by the modernist writer, Virginia Woolf. This podcast is made in association with Literature Cambridge, an independent educational organisation that provides university-style lectures on a wide range of literary subjects. Head to www.literaturecambridge.co.uk for more info.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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This podcast is all about the wonderful Jane Harrison, the inimitable classicist who was a significant influence on Virginia Woolf.
To discuss Jane's life and legacy we have Ann Kennedy Smith. Ann is a writer, researcher, and lite... more
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Frances Spalding discusses her thoughts on Bloomsbury, a meeting with Duncan Grant, and the wonderful Stevie Smith.
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In this episode, Karina speaks with Urmila Seshagiri about 'The Life of Violet,' a previously unpublished manuscript by Virginia Woolf that has just been released by Princeton University Press. Urmila is Distinguished Professor in H... more
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This is episode is all about writers' rooms - where do writers really work, and why are we so invested in the romance of the writing process? Academic and author, Katie da Cunha Lewin has thought a great deal about this subject, and... more
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I just recently discovered this podcast, and I have spent many happy mornings listening to the episodes as I made breakfast for my family. I’m so sad to have reached the most recent episode and hope a new one will be released soon!
The podcast brings me back to my college days 25 years ago when I first discovered Woolf as an English major. I was blown away by “Mrs. Dalloway” and proceeded to scour my college library for everything I could find by and about her. I read her novels, short stories,... more
If you love literature, this podcast that will inspire you to read or reread Virginia Woolf's novels. The host Karina is the best interviewer I have heard on any podcast with her authenticity, her regard for her guests, her enthusiasm about this topic, and her spot-on questions--all top notch. Would definitely recommend.
Brilliant podcast, really interesting and informative - I’m so glad I started listening to it!
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This show centers on Virginia Woolf and the wider Bloomsbury circle, with conversations that map Woolf's influence across writers, artists, and scholars. Recent episodes blend biographical detail, literary analysis, and archival finds—covering topics from early women's education in Cambridge to the reception of Woolf's work in contemporary criticism. Listeners can expect thoughtful interviews, deep dives into manuscripts and biographical contexts, and a consistent thread of how Woolf's ideas continue to shape modern writing and scholarship. A notable strength is the host's ability to draw out guests' personal journeys and the historical context behind their work, making it of interest to both committed Woolf fans and broader literary enthus... more
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