Best Evelyn Lewis Podcasts (2024)

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'A Handful of Dust' by Evelyn Waugh 27:41

1h ago27:41

27:41

A Handful of Dust by Evelyn Waugh is a satirical novel that follows the lives of members of London's wealthy elite. The focus of our story, Tony Last, his wife Brenda, and their son John Andrew, endure hardship and turmoil. By utilizing a satirical stance for the narrative, Waugh paints a farcical, tragic picture of 20th century religion and morali…

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FEED DROP: Thoughts From A Page - Dixon, Descending 40:45

5d ago40:45

40:45

Hey there listeners! We're nearly ready to get started with the next season of Novel Conversations, but in the meantime, we have a show that we think you'll love! If you enjoy this episode, be sure to go give Thoughts From A Page a follow. We appreciate it! We'll be back with fresh episodes of Novel Conversations before you know it. Thanks! Learn m…

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'The End of The Affair" by Graham Greene 1:06:25

2M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Graham Greene's final contribution to his 4 "Catholic Series" novels, The End of the Affair tells the story of Maurice Bendrix and his internal struggles navigating an affair with his partner, Catherine Walston. The novel's deeply introspective narrative is contrasted by the escalation of WWII in 1940s England. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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'Heart Of Darkness' by Joseph Conrad 57:32

3M ago57:32

57:32

In Conrad's landmark novel from 1899, English sailor Charles Marlow describes his voyage into the interior of the African jungle aboard a Belgian shipping vessel. The work levees a striking criticism of the imperial mindset of its era, reflected in its inclusion as one of the greatest texts of Western literature. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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'To Kill A Mockingbird' by Harper Lee 1:04:07

3M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

One of the greatest all-time works of American fiction, 'To Kill A Mockingbird' is a timeless account of the American South as seen through the eyes of a young girl named Scout. The novel's warm and approachable dissection of gender, society, and race have made it an enduring staple of the American literary canon. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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'20,000 Leagues Under The Sea' by Jules Verne 46:24

4M ago46:24

46:24

20,000 Leagues Under The Sea is classic science-adventure novel written by Jules Verne, and released serially through 1870. It tells the story of the Nautilus, a futuristic deep-sea submarine, and its long voyages through the ocean's depths through the eyes of our protagonist, the marine biologist Professor Aronnax, who is captive aboard the vessel…

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'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte 58:27

4M ago58:27

58:27

Emily Bronte's only novel, Wuthering Heights tells the story of the turbulent relationships between the Earnshaws and the Lintons, two families of landed gentry in 1847 West Yorkshire. In its time, the novel was controversial for its depictions of cruelty and abuse, and for its challenges to Victorian ideals and morality. In the time since however,…

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'Robinson Crusoe' by Daniel Defoe 45:23

5M ago45:23

45:23

Titled "The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York, Mariner: Who Lived Eight and Twenty Years, All Alone in an Un-inhabited Island on the Coast of America, Near the Mouth of the Great River of Oroonoque; Having Been Cast on Shore by Shipwreck, Wherein All the Men Perished but Himself. With an Account how he was at last a…

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"Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë 50:36

5M ago50:36

50:36

This classic of English literature was originally penned under the name "Currer Bell", and details the story of the titular Jane as she struggles to find comfort and self-worth through the ups and downs of her life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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"The Invisible Man" by H.G. Wells 26:43

7M ago26:43

26:43

in 1897's West Sussex, a strangely dressed and unfriendly man named Griffin takes up lodging at a local inn, causing havoc and disharmony with his rude antics and constant scientific investigation. As the novel progresses, we see more and more of the evil within Griffin, even as he is seen less and less. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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"Bleak House" by Charles Dickens 46:09

8M ago46:09

46:09

"Bleak House" is a novel by Charles Dickens, first published as a 20-episode serial between March 1852 and September 1853. The story centers around a variety of characters whose livelihoods depend on the outcome of an active court case, Jarndyce and Jarndyce. Throughout the novel, our perspective shifts between an omniscient third person and the pe…

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FEED DROP – Introducing “Countdown to Dallas: The Kennedy Assassination” 19:17

8M ago19:17

19:17

Evergreen Podcasts, the network that brought you From First Lady to Jackie O, is pleased to introduce Countdown to Dallas, another podcast from Host Paul Brandus. On the sixtieth anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, former White House correspondent Paul Brandus takes an in-depth look at the seemingly unconnected events tha…

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"My Antonia" by Willa Cather 41:54

8M ago41:54

41:54

My Antonia, the third of Willa Cather's "prairie trilogy", follows the story of a young bohemian immigrant to the town of Blackhawk, Nebraska. Narrated by our protagonist Jim Burden, Cather uses vivid imagery and beautiful prose to paint a picture of immigrant life on the prairie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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"Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson 38:30

9M ago38:30

38:30

In this famous Robert Louis Stevenson novel, we follow Gabriel Utterson, a London legal-practitioner who investigates the relationship between his old friend, Dr. Henry Jekyll, and a criminally abominable man by the name of Mr. Hyde. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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"The Hound of the Baskervilles" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 53:52

9M ago53:52

53:52

In "The Hound of the Baskervilles" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, we see the preeminent Dr. Watson and Sherlock Holmes' solve the eerie murder of a Sir Arthur Baskerville on the moors of Dartmoor by an apparent fiendish hound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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"This Side of Paradise" by F. Scott Fitzgerald 40:18

10M ago40:18

40:18

In F. Scott Fitzgerald's debut novel, published in 1920, he tells the story of Amory Blaine, a smart, attractive, ivy-league dropout with whom Fitzgerald makes observations about the greed and loneliness of the post WWI era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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"The Loved One" by Evelyn Waugh 28:58

10M ago28:58

28:58

The Loved One tells the story of Dennis Barlow, a British ex-patriot living in Los Angeles and working at a funeral home for pets. Throughout the book, we see Dennis struggle to balance his reputation for the British community in Hollywood, the demands of his position, and the glitz and glamor of the film industry. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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"Around The World In 80 Days" by Jules Verne 32:47

11M ago32:47

32:47

Around The World in 80 Days tells the story of Phileas Fogg, a London gentleman with meticulous habits, and his bet that he can circumnavigate the globe in 80 days or less. Accompanied by his loyal valet Passepartout, Fogg's whirlwind journey weaves a fantastical tale of heroics and adventure as they try to beat the clock back to London to cash in …

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S3:E11 - Prince William County School Board Member Lisa Zargarpur (Coles District) discusses education and issues we’re tackling in PWC 1:32:31

1y ago1:32:31

1:32:31

In this episode, we talk to Prince William County School Board Member Lisa Zargarpur for the Coles District. She talks about education in general and the issues we’re tackling throughout the county. Her experience as a teacher in Fairfax County and as a lifelong Virginian has equipped her to address the challenges we’re facing locally and regionall…

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S3:E10 - Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger: Two Years Later 51:20

1y ago51:20

51:20

In this episode, we sit down again with Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger of Manassas, Virginia. Two years after our introduction to her and her amazing story, we hear all about what she’s done for this not-so-sleepy town in the heart of Prince William County. Mayor Davis-Younger’s accomplishments are so inspiring and are putting the City of Manassas on…

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S3:E9 - Casa BruMar 1:08:00

1+ y ago1:08:00

1:08:00

In the second installment of our discussion with the BruMars, we learn about their nonprofit, Casa BruMar, and their commitment to supporting and meeting the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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S3:E8 - Evelyn and Heidi BruMar 1:10:43

1+ y ago1:10:43

1:10:43

In this episode, we introduce Evelyn and Heidi BruMar. They share their story of coming out and finding each other, helping us understand their limitless compassion for others.

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S3:E7: Helen Zurita: Paying it Forward 1:10:15

1+ y ago1:10:15

1:10:15

In this episode, we talk to Helen Zurita, a local advocate for those with housing and food insecurities. Helen knows that of which she speaks; her story is nothing short of a miracle.

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S3:E6: Minister Kym Brown: On Loving Others and Yourself 1:08:00

1+ y ago1:08:00

1:08:00

In this episode, we speak to Minister Kym Brown about why your mental health is as important as your physical health. Her mission is to help people love one another better, starting with loving yourself.

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S3: BONUS SPECIAL ELECTION EPISODE 50:05

1+ y ago50:05

50:05

BONUS EPISODE: Karensa Green Sumers, Democratic Candidate for Supervisor, Gainesville District, Prince William County. Special election February 21, 2023.

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VOICE: Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement 1:02:16

1+ y ago1:02:16

1:02:16

In the continuation of our conversation with Dr. Savage, we learn more about VOICE: Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement, and their important work to address issues of equity. Most importantly to Prince William County, they are committed to addressing g the need for housing that is affordable.…

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"The Picture Of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

38:11

'The Picture of Dorian Gray' is a story of a young, beautiful man named Dorian whose wish is granted his wish when his portrait ages on his behalf, but records his mistakes also. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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Dr. Keith Savage, Senior Servant, First Baptist Church Manassas 57:00

1+ y ago57:00

57:00

In this episode, we are introduced to Dr. Keith Savage and learn how he came to be the Lead Pastor (or rather, Senior Servant) of the oldest church in Greater Prince William County. A year older than the City of Manassas herself, “First Baptist is intentional in remaining an indispensable and connected neighbor that shines the light of God’s truth …

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"To The Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf 34:35

1+ y ago34:35

34:35

"To The Lighthouse" is a philosophical, introspective story about the Ramsay family, a large English family that visit their summer home in northeast Scotland. Through the lens of 3 separate trips to the family's Scottish estate, we examine the small joys and quiet tragedies of an everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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Pastor Tony Lewis: Embodying Servant Leadership 1:05:40

1+ y ago1:05:40

1:05:40

In this episode, we are joined by Pastor Tony Lewis of Light of Life Church. Pastor Tony discusses he and the church’s mission to reach out to and serve the people in their community. A true example of servant leadership, he engages with local leaders to ensure Light of Life is aware of the needs in the community and unhesitatingly steps into lives…

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"Sir Gawain & The Green Knight" by Gawain Poet 29:16

1+ y ago29:16

29:16

The famous Arthurian tale of Sir Gawain, nephew of King Arthur, who must travel to face his demise at the hands of the supernatural Green Knight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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Supervisor Victor Angry on the Future of Prince William County (Part 2 of 2) 1:15:36

1+ y ago1:15:36

1:15:36

Finishing our two-part mini-series with Supervisor Angry...this is typical of our podcast. We start with an agenda but will follow the conversation wherever it leads us and this episode is no exception. In this conversation, it leads us to the future of Prince William County.

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Supervisor Victor Angry on Leadership (Part 1 of 2) 45:36

1+ y ago45:36

45:36

Victor Angry represents the Neabsco District on the Prince William Board of County Supervisors. A man who wears many hats, his role of county supervisor is just one of many leadership positions he has held and current holds. This is the first part of our conversation with Supervisor Angry where we talk about his perspective on the qualities of a st…

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Season 3 Trailer 11:29

1+ y ago11:29

11:29

We are back in the studio with a new Season and a new objective. The one-year break we took was full of discoveries, including some interesting truths in our own backyard: Prince William County. We can't wait to tell you all about it.

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"Billy Budd" by Herman Mellville 29:29

1+ y ago29:29

29:29

"Billy Budd" was Herman Melville's final novel, released 33 years posthumously. It tells the story of abeautiful, gregarious English sailor during the Napoleonic Wars who finds himself in conflict with his Master-at-arms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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"Death Comes for the Archbishop" by Willa Cather 44:14

1+ y ago44:14

44:14

"Death Comes for the Archbishop" tells a fictionalized version of the real-life story of Father Latour, the first Catholic Bishop of the newly acquired U.S. territory of New Mexico in the late nineteenth century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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"It Can't Happen Here" by Sinclair Lewis 55:04

1+ y ago55:04

55:04

"It Can't Happen Here" is Sinclair Lewis's prescient story of a fascist ruler coming to power in the United States in the 1930s. From the perspective of Doremus Jessup, a journalist in a small Vermont town, we see the effects of a totalitarian takeover unfold. Inspired by Nazi Germany and the rise of populism in his time, Lewis shows us that it in …

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"And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie 47:53

1+ y ago47:53

47:53

In "And Then There Were None," a group of strangers are called to a remote island with hopes of treasure, employment and more, but are soon haunted by the mistakes of their past and a grim poem. Join host Frank Lavallo and readers Phil Setnik and Elizabeth Flood as they discuss all the gruesome details of Agatha Christie's classic mystery novel. Le…

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"Dracula" by Bram Stoker 51:47

2y ago51:47

51:47

Dracula tells the story of the supernatural Count Dracula, a vampire who comes to haunt the English seaside town of Whitby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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Colin in Black and White 1:11:23

2+ y ago1:11:23

1:11:23

In this episode, we discuss the Netflix docuseries “Colin in Black and White” and the personal and cultural messages shared. Watch the series if you haven’t yet, then join us to hear our takeaways.

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Season 2 Part 2 - The Trailer 1:00:00

2+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Welcome back, everyone! We took an unconsciously planned but much-needed break from recording this summer and early fall. But we are back in the studio and are eager to share so much while we continue on this journey together.

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Fireside Chat w/ Kris Nohe and Glorya Jordan: “Beyond the Melting Pot: The Browning of America” 1:22:12

3y ago1:22:12

1:22:12

In this episode, we discuss the 30-year old article “Beyond the Melting Pot: The Browning of America” and look at the history of our current culture wars.

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Karisa Keasey: Author and Artist: “When You Can’t Go Home” 1:18:06

3y ago1:18:06

1:18:06

In this episode, we talk to artist and author Karisa Keasey about how she is using her art to advocate for social justice for refugees.

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Blaine Robin: Another Perspective 1:00:50

3y ago1:00:50

1:00:50

In this episode, we speak with Dr Blaine Robin, British Academic in North Yorkshire (England); former UK politician (2008-2012); Activist and Proponent Of Reparatory Justice for the Role Played by the British (and others) in the enslavement Of African and Caribbean people in the Transatlantic Slave trade (arguably the biggest crime against humanity…

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Cancelling Cancel Culture 56:19

3+ y ago56:19

56:19

In this episode we discuss the “cancel culture phenomenon” and what we think it all really means.

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Engaging in the Trauma and Protecting Yourself 46:43

3+ y ago46:43

46:43

In this episode, we discuss how to care for ourselves amidst all the trauma in our society.

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Fireside Chat: AAPI Allyship with Glorya Jordan and Dacee Bernard 1:16:14

3+ y ago1:16:14

1:16:14

In this episode, we sit down with Glorya Jordan and Dacee Bernard to discuss AAPI allyship and how much we have left to learn.

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Charlet Lewis, First Lady, Light of Life Church: Reaching the Least, the Lost, and the Left Out 1:36:00

3+ y ago1:36:00

1:36:00

In this episode, we sit down with Light of Life Church First Lady Charlet Lewis, where she discusses a life in which we all “get to serve.”

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Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger, Manassas, VA - Breaking barriers and taking people with her. 1:14:01

3+ y ago1:14:01

1:14:01

In this episode, we speak with Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger of Manassas, VA, the first female, first African American, and first Democrat elected to the office.