
Donovan Hohn, the acting editor of Lapham's Quarterly, interviews historians, writers, and journalists about books that bring voices from the past up to the microphone of the present. New episodes are released weekly.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 128 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

“An 1833 review of the only book of poetry Hartley Coleridge published in his lifetime praised the verse for embodying ‘no trivial inheritance of his father's genius,’ but also observed, ‘It is an old saying that the oakling withers beneath the shado... more
“Taking something very specific—in each case, a painting: a painting by Rubens, a painting by Franz Marc, a painting by Joan Mitchell—this physical thing, it has a place and a time, and it sits in the world somewhere. But then you can spiral out from... more
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Thank you for honouring the great man at last.
I understand Mr. Latham passed away. I missed his great podcast. His website had excellent articles from different topics and reputable sources. I hope his online magazine can continue as well as his podcast. It seems there is a foundation behind the publication. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
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Thoughtful conversations that center historical writing, philosophy, and culture through long-form interviews with historians, literary scholars, journalists, and authors. Episodes frequently explore how past voices illuminate contemporary questions about politics, art, memory, and society, often tying books and figures to larger themes like democracy, repression, or human experience. A notable strength is the breadth of guests, from classicists and biographers to environmental writers and music historians, which yields richly contextualized discussions. The format tends to favor deep, ideas-driven dialogue over quick takes, making it appealing for listeners who enjoy intellectual curiosity, careful reading, and cross-disciplinary connectio... more
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