Get Lit Podcast

Get Lit Podcast

"Welcome back to Get Lit, the literary podcast where we discuss famous works of literature and the authors who wrote them..."

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March 25, 2025 51 mins

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Need to be inspired this week? Look no further than our author this week, Christine de Pisan! de Pisan was a poet, novelist, and biographer who used her voice and talents with a pen to advocate for women all over Europe. Her early feminist works explore the role of women in the late medieval period, providing valuable insight to the lives of those so often left out of the narrative. She was also the person to document...

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This week, Jon takes over and presents a biography of David Foster Wallace. This thinker, writer, and teacher, had a fraught legacy in spite of his short and relatively tragic life. He asks us to consider this author, his work, and his legacy as his cultural impact continues to evolve. 

We also share a bittersweet announcement and encourage you to join us in celebrating Get Lit at our live show! Reserve your spot here!

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March 12, 2025 50 mins

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This week, we're pleased to likely introduce you to poet, writer, actress, lampshade maker, and general adventurer, Mina Loy! We'll traverse away across the world, learning about her unique legacy and the people she inspired along the way. Her work was celebrated, controversial, and compelling. Join us for a splendid time! 

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Up this week, it's Ella Wheeler Wilcox everybody! This very famous American poet and novelist has been largely forgotten despite her popularity at the time. Known generally for her sentimental poetry, Wheeler Wilcox was not without her own adventures or scandal. Follow us from Wisconsin to Connecticut to Europe and beyond, as we shine a light on this most deserving writer. 

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February 26, 2025 52 mins

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Got a question? Just ask Jeeves! Or P.G. Wodehouse, the creator of this iconic character. This week, we explore Wodehouse's storied past across Europe and the United States, from Hollywood to Broadway and beyond. Wodehouse's novels, plays, lyrics, short stories, and more represent a moment in our cultural past that seemed nostalgic even as it was published! Join us to explore the iconic character behind his ...

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February 19, 2025 58 mins

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This week, we take a dive into Irish playwright, outspoken thinker, and vegetarian George Bernard Shaw! Shaw's works revolutionized modern drama and sparked classics beloved by generations of theatre people. Known for Pygmalion, Major Barbara, Mrs. Warren's Profession, Shaw's explorations of human characters and political plots have stood the tests of time! He's also one of only two people to win a...

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February 12, 2025 44 mins

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If you haven't made space for a little play in your life, maybe take a little inspiration from this week's author, educator, and improvisor Viola Spolin. Spolin revolutionized play as a tool for community building and connection, using games to help struggling members of her community in Chicago and beyond. Her work combined improvisation with principles of social work, literacy, and more. Her impact can be ...

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February 5, 2025 52 mins

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We expanded our postcard from a few weeks ago and are bringing you a full episode on the extraordinary Belle da Costa Greene! This incredible, formidable, and relentless librarian has a remarkable story and legacy. We unpack her accomplishments as an educator, book collector, and advocate, along with her navigation of white society as a 'passing' bi-racial woman. Join us in honoring her and her place in Amer...

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January 29, 2025 44 mins

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Ever wanted to smoke a cigar in your bed with precisely 16 pillows, accompanied by your seven dogs on your 10-acre estate? Our author this week could do just that. Meet Amy Lowell, a Pulitzer-Prize winning poet and the 'demon saleswoman of poetry,' according to some... This week, we talk about her remarkable, colorful, albeit, short career! 

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January 22, 2025 47 mins

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We're taking a trip to the non-fiction realm of literature with Margaret Sanger. Sanger is known for her tireless work advocating for women's reproductive health. She wrote dozens of articles, pamphlets, and other publications to help educate the public, specifically immigrant communities about reproductive healthcare and birth control. We unpack her legacy and the implications of her work today. 

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January 15, 2025 42 mins

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This week, we discuss the life and work of the wonderful, whimsical Barbara Park! Park is most known as the author of the Junie B. Jones series, but wrote dozens of books that helped children feel seen, loved, and understood. She wrote about all kinds of childhood problems with empathy and her signature sense of fun. Join us, especially if you need a little joy this week! 

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January 7, 2025 41 mins

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This week, we celebrate the legacy of poet, children's book author, speaker, teacher and activist Nikki Giovanni who died on December 9th, 2024 at the age of 81. Giovanni's writing and her actions helped make this world a better place for Black people, Queer people, Women, and more. Her strength came forth in her written and spoken words and in the way she chose to live her life. Join us in remembering this ...

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January 1, 2025 59 mins

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Happy New Year, Get Lit Listeners! We're delighted to help you ring in the new year with Ida Raue, an activist, actor, artist, poet, and director who let very little stand in her way during her fight for justice. She published a single book of poetry in her life, but her reach and influence had an impact on dozens of authors and writers around Greenwich Village and beyond. Join us for this inspiring start to 2025...

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This week, we conclude our special history episodes with an exploration of the literature of Hanukkah, the Festival of Rededication and Festival of Light! We look at some classic 'literature' (picture books), 'carols' beyond the dreidel song, and some poetry written by a Get Lit Alumni! It's a truly LIT episode... 

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We're delighted to rerelease our first audiobook recording of A Christmas Carol from 2023! Join Steph, Jon, Jack, and other special guests as we read Charles Dickens classic novel. We'll be releasing a new stave each day leading up to December 25th. Listen along, or save it all for a big listen on Christmas! No humbug about it! 




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We're delighted to rerelease our first audiobook recording of A Christmas Carol from 2023! Join Steph, Jon, Jack, and other special guests as we read Charles Dickens classic novel. We'll be releasing a new stave each day leading up to December 25th. Listen along, or save it all for a big listen on Christmas! No humbug about it! 




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We're delighted to rerelease our first audiobook recording of A Christmas Carol from 2023! Join Steph, Jon, Jack, and other special guests as we read Charles Dickens classic novel. We'll be releasing a new stave each day leading up to December 25th. Listen along, or save it all for a big listen on Christmas! No humbug about it! 




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We're delighted to rerelease our first audiobook recording of A Christmas Carol from 2023! Join Steph, Jon, Jack, and other special guests as we read Charles Dickens classic novel. We'll be releasing a new stave each day leading up to December 25th. Listen along, or save it all for a big listen on Christmas! No humbug about it! 




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We're delighted to rerelease our first audiobook recording of A Christmas Carol from 2023! Join Steph, Jon, Jack, and other special guests as we read Charles Dickens classic novel. We'll be releasing a new stave each day leading up to December 25th. Listen along, or save it all for a big listen on Christmas! No humbug about it! 

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December 18, 2024 56 mins

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This week, we explore Christmas Carols - quite literally - Jon recounts the history of the original songs that have paved the way for Christmas carol traditions today and Steph reports on the various iterations (both sensical and not) of the original Dickens' novella. It's a jolly good time, so join us for some holiday cheer! 

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