Upper Middlebrow
Upper MiddlebrowA podcast in which we discuss high-craft works of popular culture
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 112 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooksFiction | |||
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Chris and Jesse are BACK! And the lads return with the first episode in Chris' series called "This Came From That?" where we consider both a piece of source material and its later adaptation. For our return we go back to one of our favorite works way... more
We go all the way back to episode 17, in honor of the release of the major motion picture, starring Ryan Gosling as Ryland Grace. Our part 1 was originally titled Bromancing the Stone Carapace, perhaps the single greatest podcast title in history. Ma... more
Isaac Asimov doesn’t PERFECTLY predict today’s era of anxiety and excitement around AI. But he does pretty well for somebody writing eighty years ago. In this 1990 collection of Asimov’s classic robot stories, we see corporations trying to make money... more
The second half of Feinstein’s book of minor league baseball stories and characters feels very much like the first half. The reporting is extensive, and Feinstein has a knack for the well described scene, brief characterization, and finding the drama... more
John Feinstein’s baseball writing is as sharp as ever, the anecdotes of Where Nobody Knows Your Name: Life in the Minor Leagues of Baseball portraying a desperate but determined subculture of professional baseball. The many characters of Feinstein’s ... more
In the second half of Halberstam's nonfiction account of the 1984 sculling Olympic trials, we go to the Olympics, to see how Biglow, Lewis, Wood, et al fare at the world's most famous sports event. 5 major characters each have big stakes, and while t... more
We continue Bagg’s “Revenge of the Jock-Nerds” series (the last series of Season Three!), with David Halberstam’s The Amateurs, which tells the story of four men competing for the single solo sculling spot on the 1984 Olympic team. Halberstam, who us... more
On October 6th, Dukes and Bagg invite you to join us for the Season 4 Live Draft. We will tape an episode live on a video call, and you can join as our loyal live audience. Drafts are where we choose the next fifteen or so books or movies we'll discu... more
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Reviews
- Thought provoking conversations!
Great conversations on a lot of popular books and movies, perhaps some that you’ve experienced before and others not. Either way, a lot of thought provoking dialogue! I especially liked the episode on tales of teachers having previously worked in education myself.
Apple Podcasts5Michele510
United States2 years ago Absolutely wonderful show!
Fun takes and great insight. Highly recommend.
Podcast Addict52 years agoDoubleDeckerTacoWeMissYou- Book Club without shame!
I learned about Uppermiddle Brow on twitter through mutuals with the hosts Jesse and Chris. I’d gone through a Neal Stephenson phase and they kicked off the podcast with him, so I started listening. While I rarely read (or reread) the books in time for the podcast, Jesse and Chris have created a fun book club without the shame of showing up when you didn’t read the book.
Uppermiddle Brow has a fun grad school, hangout vibe - the hosts is incredibly smart and well read, but there’s inside jokes... more
Apple Podcasts5Chicago LeahUnited States3 years ago These two charmers are funny, smart, and know their way around books. Give it a listen!
Audible5Jesse DukesUnited States3 years ago- Great podcast!
These two charmers are funny, smart, and know their way around books. Give it a listen!
Audible5Jesse DukesUnited States3 years ago - I am unqualified to review this podcast
I'm sorry, I don't have information to support that Upper Middlebrow is the best podcast ever, as opinions on podcasts are subjective and can vary widely. I can say the two hosts sure can charm a robotic heart.
Apple Podcasts5Chat GPTUnited States3 years ago - A disarming excavation of what is artful about art
Are you someone who loved reading as a child, but the magic of it was lost amongst a combination of outrage-fueled social media, adulting, and the rise of fascism? Or, maybe you were that student who enjoyed reading The Great Gatsby, but got stuck with an English teacher who was phoning it in until she could start day-drinking? Or, maybe, you’re a left-brained person cursed with right-brained friends, and would, just once, like to understand the greater context of “that book” they’re all talki... more
Apple Podcasts5Welsh-WyrmlingUnited States3 years ago - Thoughtful discussion of books by great storytellers
If you’re looking for a refresher/recap of a book plot followed by wide-spanning discussion of themes, impacts to culture, and character development, this is the podcast for you. Since Snowcrash is one of my favorite books I loved Dukes and Bagg taking me through the plot after a few years since my last reread. Analysis in light of society today and our changing norms was also much appreciated. Cherries on top: both hosts have excellent podcast host voices and are vivid storytellers. I feel like... more
Apple Podcasts5JennyG-BendUnited States3 years ago - Fun and freewheeling
This is my show, so this review is the ultimate in solipsism. But recording this show with Jesse is a real joy, and we’re reading the kind of books I would want to make myself: tightly written but widely appealing. I think we have a fun manner of talking about books, and I’ll bet you’ll like it, too!
Apple Podcasts5Leapyear79United States3 years ago - Wit, charm, and insight in spades
As a proud and very fortunate beta listener, I got early access to the first few episodes, and listeners you are in for a treat. Chris and Jesse are funny, thoughtful, and insightful, and I suspect they will keep us laughing and thinking about books and life for many months to come. You’ll discover new books as you read along with them, and you’ll revisit some of your favorites, and read them again with fresh eyes and new friends. A must listen for book lovers of all stripes.
Apple Podcasts5Surfeit of justiceUnited States3 years ago
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