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A podcast that underscores the relevance of literature in the 21st Century through analysis and discussion.

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Parting the Atlantic 002 (Genesis 1-4)

Posted October 13, 202201:00:11

Mack & John discuss relationships gone wrong, including how guilt and doubt can erode (or, in other circumstances aid) faith.

“We Were the Mulvaneys” by Joyce Carol Oates | Horrifying Classics – Episode 218

Posted October 12, 202200:34:48

Mack is back to regular posting for our spooktacular #HorrifyingClassics2022 lineup.

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“How to Travel with a Salmon and Other Essays” by Umberto Eco – Episode 217

Posted August 15, 2022

In a rambly episode, Mackenzie talks about the liminality of life after graduation and finding humor in this brilliant essay collection by Italian linguist...

Parting the Atlantic 001 (Introduction)

Posted August 7, 2022

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“Persuasion” by Jane Austen – Episode 216

Posted July 23, 2022

Mackenzie’s second Jane Austen book…and Jane Austen’s last.

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