Best Molly Darling Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 43: “The End And Everything Before It” by Finegan Kruckemeyer + “Don’t Tell Alfred” by Nancy Mitford 47:31

3d ago47:31

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A story that is difficult to pin down to a narrative, playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer’s debut novel explores arrivals and departures, time and space, through the experiences of a curious cast of characters. + Annie Warburton explores why we read the works of old writers, dissecting the work of Nancy Mitford in the context of her era and the happenin…

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Episode 42: “This Devastating Fever” by Sophie Cunningham + The Jewish Men’s Book Club 28:17

19d ago28:17

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Cath carries this episode with two great chats; the first with author Sophie Cunningham and the other with self-professed “book snob”, Ron Hoenig. = Ostensibly a novel about Alice, a woman who’s spent the last 20 years writing the biography of Virginia Woolf’s husband, Leonard, “This Devastating Fever” is an insightful, moving and witty tale of wha…

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Behind the Studio Door: Live at RoCo's 6x6 Exhibition Part One 45:53

1M ago45:53

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In this special live episode of "Behind the Studio Door," we bring you to the heart of Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) for the vibrant opening night of the annual 6x6 exhibition on First Friday. Join us as we immerse ourselves in the buzz of this unique event, chatting with a diverse array of attendees and participants, including the visio…

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Episode 41: “The Work” by Bri Lee + “The Radio Hour” by Victoria Purman 44:47

1M ago44:47

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Peeling back the veneer of the New York art scene, Bri Lee takes readers into the background world that fuels the industry. ‘The Work’ follows the lives of two protagonists from vastly different backgrounds: gallery owner, Lally, and antiquities dealer, Patrick, as they each follow a path to success, but at what cost? + Victoria Purman takes reader…

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Episode 40: “The Accident” by Fiona Lowe + “Suddenly Single at Sixty” by Jo Peck 42:22

2M ago42:22

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When a car veers off the road with devastating consequences, the small wheatbelt town of Garringarup is left reeling, but no one's worlds are more shattered than those of Hannah and Freya, the partners of the passengers. On a day when wedding bells should have been ringing, their lives are torn apart by the web of lies the accident has exposed. Thi…

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Reviving Rochester: Bleu Cease on RoCo's Artistic Legacy and Future 52:24

2M ago52:24

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In this episode of "Behind the Studio Door," host Molly Darling and producer Chris Lindstrom sit down with Bleu Cease, the director of the Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo). Bleu shares his journey with RoCo, from its early days as the Pyramid Art Center to becoming a key cultural space in downtown Rochester. He delves into the history of th…

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Entangled Creativity: Susan Begy on Art, Connection, and Community 44:20

2M ago44:20

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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door, hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, along with producer Chris Lindstrom, dive into a lively conversation with interdisciplinary artist Susan Begy. Susan, who explores themes of humanity, power dynamics, and cooperation through her graphite drawings and stone sculptures, shares insights into her creat…

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Art Dares and Community Care: Erich Lehman's Journey with 1975 Gallery and Wall Therapy 1:06:36

2M ago1:06:36

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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door, hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, along with producer Chris Lindstrom, welcome Erich Lehman, the curator behind Rochester’s 1975 Gallery and the driving force behind Wall Therapy. Erich shares the journey of founding the 1975 Gallery, a space that has significantly shaped the city's cultural landsc…

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Exploring Ephemeral Art and Creativity with Taylor Kennedy 41:32

3M ago41:32

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Join us for an inspiring episode of "Behind the Studio Door" as we dive into the world of multimedia artist and educator Taylor Kennedy. Originally from Sodus Point, New York, Taylor's work explores themes of childhood, domesticity, womanhood, and middle-class life through large-scale ephemeral installations. She candidly shares her unique, non-aca…

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Episode 39: Tension builds in Miranda Darling’s "Thunderhead" + Bel Schenk portrays teen angst in "The Most Famous Boy in Town" 40:00

3M ago40:00

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The outwardly comfortable life of mother and wife, Winona Dalloway, has dark currents running beneath. "Thunderhead" is her interior monologue as she navigates the everyday acts of collecting the children from school, shopping and preparing for a dinner party when in fact she is a woman in peril. A homage to Virginia Woolf’s "Mrs Dalloway", "Thunde…

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The Myth of the Artist Personality 26:58

3M ago26:58

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Join hosts Molly Darling and Christian Rivera on this episode of "Behind the Studio Door" as they delve into the "Myth of the Artist Personality." Together, they challenge the stereotypical notions that often define who can or cannot be considered an artist. Through personal anecdotes and lively discussions, they examine how appearances and societa…

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Verses and Canvases: Nala Ward's Poetic Brushstrokes 45:33

3M ago45:33

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Join us on today's episode of Behind the Studio Door as host Molly Darling, cohost Christian Rivera, and producer Chris Lindstrom welcome the incredibly versatile artist Nala Ward. In today’s episode, Nala shares an intimate look at her multifaceted journey as a poet and visual artist. She discusses how her personal experiences and emotions signifi…

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Unmasking the Art of Wrestling with Ground Zero's Mattick 48:27

3M ago48:27

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Join us on this episode of Behind the Studio Door as we dive into the dynamic world of professional wrestling with Matt, owner of Ground Zero Wrestling School in Rochester, NY. Known as the "Young Lion of the West," Matt brings his 11-year wrestling journey and insights into the creative and theatrical elements that fuel the sport. Discover how wre…

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Beyond the Buzzword: Unpacking True Collaboration in the Creative World 27:57

3M ago27:57

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In this cozy episode of Behind the Studio Door, join me, Molly Darling, my co-host Christian Rivera, and our ever-enthusiastic producer Chris Lindstrom as we get real about what collaboration means in the world of creativity. It’s a rainy day here in Rochester, perfect for deep talks and honest reflections. Today, we’re breaking down the true essen…

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Minsode 38.5: Thrilling Australian crime with debut novelist Louise Milligan 25:16

3M ago25:16

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In a move away from investigative journalism and her previous deep diving non-fiction titles, Louise Milligan delves into crime fiction with debut novel, Pheasants Nest. It tells the story of Kate Delaney, a journalist who finds herself bound and gagged and being driven somewhere by a strange man. As someone haunted by the crimes she has had to rep…

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Nature's Brushstrokes: A Conversation with Wildlife Artist Kristy Guenther 42:10

4M ago42:10

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On a recent episode of our podcast, "Behind the Studio Door," we had the pleasure of diving into the artistic life of Kristy Guenther, a talented wildlife painter based in Rochester, New York. Kristy’s passion for nature and art radiates through her vibrant acrylic paintings, which she creates on both canvas and paper. During our conversation, she …

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Creativity, Community, & Change: An Inspiring Conversation with Rochester's Shawn Dunwoody 1:07:27

4M ago1:07:27

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In today's episode of Behind the Studio Door, we're chatting with the inspiring Shawn Dunwoody. From the community collaborative projects to the colorful murals brightening the city, Shawn embodies the spirit of creativity and change. His multidisciplinary work weaves a thread of connection and transformation throughout Rochester. Despite the light…

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Episode 38: Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens + Storyland; A new mythology of Britain 43:36

4M ago43:36

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Miles Franklin Award winner, Shankari Chandran takes Cath to Cinnamon Gardens, an aged care home established by Tamil refugees and now run by their daughter. It’s run with love and dignity and has become an oasis for its culturally diverse residents…but the tensions of past wars and the prejudices of present day Australia which have long remained a…

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Weaving Creativity and Community Healing with Taegan West 57:51

4M ago57:51

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In this special episode of Behind the Studio Door, we chat with a truly unique and inspiring guest, Taegan West. Described as a community weaver and a healing modalities expert, Taegan's passion and expertise in astrology, dance, and ancient healing practices are front and center. Taegan’s belief in the power of community and creativity as intertwi…

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Art, Balance, and Community with Rivkah Simcha 43:03

5M ago43:03

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In this insightful episode of BTSD, Molly Darling, Christian Rivera, our producer Chris dive into the world of Rivkah Simcha, an artist from Rochester who excels in a range of mediums, including performance art with The Velvet Noose. Rivka opens up about the art of parenting, her contributions to the local art scene, and her position at the Memoria…

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Exploring Creativity Across Borders with Emily Collins 46:50

5M ago46:50

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In this episode of Behind the Studio Door , we chat with Emily Collins. Emily's got a unique take on art, mixing different mediums to create collages that really stand out. She shares how living in Thailand and Indonesia wasn't just an adventure; it actually kicked her creativity back into gear and influenced her art in big ways. The conversation c…

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Episode 37: Dive into the world of poetry with Peter Bakowski and Ken Bolton + veteran poet and broadcaster Mike Ladd on ‘why be a poet?’ 50:49

5M ago50:49

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Poetry seems a solitary pursuit but not for well known Australian poets Peter Bakowski and Ken Bolton - they recently released two new collections ‘On Luck Street’ and ‘Waldo’s Game’ in which they have collaborated from afar, co-telling stories using a ’call and respond’ writing technique. And former ABC Radio National broadcaster Mike Ladd has mad…

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Creative Synergy with Matt & Rodrigo of Hungwell Art Services 48:25

5M ago48:25

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Step inside the vibrant art world of Rochester, NY, with Rodrigo Da Silva and Matt Vanderlee from Hungwell Art Services on this episode of Behind the Studio Door. We get into this duo's journey through design, curation, and their unique impact on the local creative scene. From their diverse backgrounds and collaborative dynamics to their philosophy…

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Hell Yeah, Rochester! Exploring the City's Creative Pulse 22:06

6M ago22:06

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Welcome to another roundtable chat with Molly Darling, Christian Rivera, and the guy who makes us sound good, producer Chris Lindstrom! We're your all-access pass to the creative chaos of Rochester, New York, where the weather's as unpredictable as our episodes. From artists who brave the snow in shorts to comic book creators hiding in plain sight,…

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Minisode 36.5: Molly Schmidt’s "Salt River Road" 16:18

6M ago16:18

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Molly Schmidt’s "Salt River Road" is a searing account of grief and redemption set in the big sky/small town landscape of south-west WA. Racism, poverty and politics are part of life in country Western Australia in the 1970’s. Yet, for the Tetley family all that matters is they have lost their beloved mother Elena. They're falling apart and are in …

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Love on the Airwaves: How Podcasting Brought Us Together - A Valentines Day Special 23:14

6M ago23:14

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Welcome to a special love edition of "Behind the Studio Door," where we've got a tale that's part rom-com, part tech saga, with a dash of audio magic. Our hosts, Christian and Molly, didn't just stumble into each other's lives; they voice memo-ed their way into love through the now-defunct podcast platform, Anchor FM. Imagine meeting the love of yo…

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Sally Louise: From Opera Dreams to Songwriting Streams - Navigating a Musician's Journey 1:00:06

6M ago1:00:06

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Sally Louise, a singer-songwriter from Rochester, NY, shares her musical journey from her early days encouraged by her family, through her high school discovery of opera, to her eventual pivot towards songwriting and recording. Despite the initial dream of becoming an opera singer, challenges at the Eastman School of Music and the pandemic led her …

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Welcome to Behind the Studio Door! 20:57

7M ago20:57

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Welcome to "Behind The Studio Door," the podcast unveiling Rochester's creative heart. I'm Molly Rivera, alongside Christian Rivera and producer Chris Lindstrom. We're diving into the diverse art scene of Rochester, NY, a city pulsing with artistic energy. Our series explores the lives of local artists, musicians, and unique talents like wrestlers.…

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Announcing the Lunchador Podcast Network! 22:14

7M ago22:14

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Lunchador co-founders Matt Austin and Chris Lindstrom talk about the new Lunchador Podcast Network, bringing you the best in arts, culture and more from Western NY! www.lunchador.orgBy Molly

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Episode 36: “The Disorganisation of Celia Stone” + the secret life of a romance writer 42:02

7M ago42:02

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Celia appears to have it all and her life is running like clockwork - and so it should because she has it planned down to the very last minute - but then along comes a challenge that could be her undoing! Celia is thrust into a process equal parts amusing and heartbreaking as she shakily charts a new path. + From falling for the boy next door to ro…

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Episode 35: Paddy O’Reilly’s “Other Houses” + The timeless Anne of Green Gables 45:37

8M ago45:37

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Cath has admired the work of Paddy O’Reilly for some time but with her shortlisting for the Prime Minister’s Literary Award, “Other Houses” looks sure to win O’Reilly many new admirers. It’s a tale of class, aspiration and the boundaries we will cross for love. + Michaela has an Anne of Green Gables doll that her mother bought on a pilgrimage to Pr…

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Episode 34: Sarah Smith’s “12 Steps to a Long and Fulfilling Death” + Is book translation an art or science? 38:03

9M ago38:03

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Sarah Smith has been successfully writing for popular TV shows such as “McLeod’s Daughters”, “All Saints” and “Love Child” for years. Now, she’s turned her hand to fiction creating a clever and quirky murder mystery set in the Los Angeles fast lane and narrated by a young, vibrant (albeit dead) woman, hellbent on finding her killer. + Mireille Vign…

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Minisode 33.5: Trent Dalton’s new novel "Lola in the Mirror" 36:47

9M ago36:47

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Trent Dalton’s new novel Lola in the Mirror travels to the dark heart of homelessness and domestic violence and yet is a love story and a love letter to his home town Brisbane. Lola has no name when this story begins. For 16 years she and her mother have been on the run through Brisbane’s underbelly, dodging dangerous men. Sit down with journalist …

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Episode 33: Fashion, feminism and war with Natasha Lester + a rock’n’roll mystery from Dave Warner 42:27

10M ago42:27

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“The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard” is loosely based on the life of Mitzah Bricard, a woman the world remembers as the outrageous muse of Christian Dior but who was, in fact, his First Assistant Designer and enormously talented in her own right. What follows is a compelling tale of glamour, desire and intrigue. + “Summer of Blood” is set in 1960s…

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Minisode 32.5: Discovering the unwritten histories of women with Pip Williams 51:40

10M ago51:40

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Leaving the world of academia when creativity came knocking has paid off for Pip Williams. She's the bestselling author of "The Dictionary of Lost Words" and "The Bookbinder of Jericho", and speaks with Sarah about the ideas that light her up and inspire her to write. In this conversation, Pip mentions two books that were references for her writing…

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Episode 32: Justin Cronin’s latest dystopian thriller will grip you from the first page to the last + PhD candidate, Georgia Nicholls, reveals the romance titles sweeping young women off their feet. 42:11

11M ago42:11

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In Cronin’s “The Ferryman” the world’s elite enjoy eternal youth and deep personal satisfaction on the archipelago of Prospera but all is not as it seems and unrest is fomenting on both sides of the social divide. + Georgia Nicholls has been writing romance since she was 14 and penned a fan fiction tale about One Direction’s Harry Styles…her writin…

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Episode 31: Meet Leslie Bird, fiction’s most abrasive woman + the First Nation men who started an arts movement 46:47

11M ago46:47

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Let author Catherine Therese introduce you to Leslie Bird, a fictional character so caustic she’ll make your eyes water. Yet, as Michaela discovered, the story behind Leslie’s creation is more likely to bring a sympathetic tear to your eye. + The course of Australian art changed in 1971 with the formation of the Papunya Tula art movement. John Kean…

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Episode 30: Chris Hammer thrills in “The Tilt” + Aldous Huxley; perennially prescient 43:14

1y ago43:14

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The fates of three people from the 1940s, ‘70s and today collide in Chris Hammer’s thrilling new mystery, “The Tilt” - you won’t see it coming! + Prolific 20th century writer and philosopher Aldous Huxley wrote everything from witty and malicious novels about the British literati to his still famous Utopian dystopia Brave New World, and later in hi…

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Episode 29: Three successful authors share their tips on How to Get Published! 1:17:12

1y ago1:17:12

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Best-selling Australian authors, Sean Williams, Victoria Perman and Tricia Stringer, talk to Tsundoku’s Sarah Martin and Cath Kenneally about their very different paths to literary success - Tricia dabbled in self-publishing, Victoria succeeded in speed dating a publisher and Sean tried the splatter gun approach with short stories. Victoria identif…

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Episode 28: Crack the case in Garry Disher’s “Day’s End” + The distinct style and tone of literary journalism 43:23

1y ago43:23

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Best selling Australian author of “rural noir”, Garry Disher hopes to be seen as novelist first and crime writer second. American Academic Saar Shahar discusses what sets literary journalism apart from the pack. Paul Gough shares the books that first made him fall for sci-fi . Three great minds in this week’s episode, determined to rise above the t…

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Episode 27: “The Sun Walks Down”, an Australian classic in the making + the curious legacy of Barry Humphries 38:24

1y ago38:24

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In September 1883, the South Australian town of Fairly huddles under strange, vivid sunsets. A child has gone missing and the whole town is intent on finding him. More than a mystery, Fiona McFarlane explores the varied townsfolks’ relationship with the complex landscape and unsettling history of the Flinders Ranges. Tsundoku’s Annie Hastwell loved…

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Episode 26: Troubled love in Louise Kennedy’s “Trespasses” + the 18th Century “cancelling” of Captain Cook 38:23

1y ago38:23

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At first drawn to short stories, Louise Kennedy couldn’t resist expanding this ill-fated love story set at the peak of the Irish Troubles into a full and vividly depicted novel, “Trespasses”. + Is it too much to say that the author of Captain Cook’s “Voyages” was “cancelled” by his contemporaries and the sexual exploits of Joseph Banks “went viral”…

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Episode 25: Shannon Burn’s literary salvation + Greek myth-busting with “Pandora’s Jar” 40:41

1+ y ago40:41

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“I’ve discovered an important truth and it’s all I care about, all I can depend on, the only thing that means anything, the one sure thing that will help me survive. No one can be trusted. I am on my own.” This devastating truth lies at the core of Shannon Burn’s memoir, “Childhood”. + Pandora, Jocasta, Aphrodite and Medea; these are just some of t…

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Episode 24: Vikki Wakefield’s thrilling adult debut + a brilliant memoir of Andy Warhol 39:30

1+ y ago39:30

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Hugely popular author of gritty young adult fiction, Vikki Wakefield, has turned her hand to a psychological thriller in ‘After You Were Gone’ …with resounding success. and Associate Professor Dr Kylie Cardell gives a fascinating synopsis of Blake Gopnik's mammoth biography of Andy Warhol…all 900 pages of it!. so Curl up on the couch, go for a walk…

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Episode 23: How to be Stoic in Modern Times + "The Bloody Chamber" 36:11

1+ y ago36:11

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Author, Brigid Delaney, considers whether ancient philosophers can guide us in how to live a good life, and has found the Stoic school may have the answers. and Our classics experts consider the grim power of Angela Carter’s adult fairytales that celebrate the dark and the macabre. Guests Brigid Delaney, author of “Reasons Not To Worry – How to be …

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Ep 22: The Last Days of Roger Federer + Unforgettable Iris 42:37

1+ y ago42:37

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Literary raconteur, Geoff Dyer, isn’t getting any younger and it’s got him contemplating The End; not death so much as “last times”, the likes of which can strike at any time in a person’s life. “The Last Days of Roger Federer and other endings” skilfully ducks and weaves through the life and creative work of writers, painters, philosophers, musici…

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Ep 21: Gracie Flynn may be dead, but she’s not gone + Louise Adler’s Adelaide Writers’ Week 34:37

1+ y ago34:37

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The highest compliment any reader can pay new crime fiction writer, Joanna Morrison, is “I couldn’t put it down” or “You moved me”. Both epitaphs apply equally to “The Ghost of Gracie Flynn”. It’s a non-linear unravelling of two compelling mysteries; a literary ghost story with a bittersweet twist. and Louise Adler is a warm and witty conversationa…

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Ep 20: A female mortician meets a bloke from the bush in Fiona McIntosh’s “The Orphans” + why an Excel spreadsheet is invaluable when writing historical fiction 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

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Prolific British author Fiona McIntosh faced the challenge of setting her latest two novels in an Australian landscape when Covid kept her from her usual European haunts. The result is “The Orphans”; a tale of love, murder and treachery set between 1930s Adelaide and the Flinders Ranges. In her other post-Covid release, “Dead Tide”, McIntosh had to…

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EP 19: Black comedy in aged care in “The Castaways of Harewood Hall” + Are librarians romance snobs? 44:39

1+ y ago44:39

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What are the odds of an author penning not one, but two, debut novels - and of BOTH being fabulous?! Newly retrenched from a career in aged care, Karen Herbert wrote “The Castaways of Harewood Hall”, a not so gentle comedy featuring elderly people and animals. She quickly followed that with “The River Mouth”, a dark drama set in a small WA town sim…

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Minisode 18.5: A Personal Journey Of Spiritual Discovery in 'Nothing Bad Ever Happens Here' 33:47

1+ y ago33:47

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Heather Rose has spent her life saying yes and pushing the boundaries of physical and spiritual experience. She tells of love, loss, and discovery in her memoir, "Nothing Bad Ever Happens Here". Music composed by Quentin Grant Heather Rose Insta - @thelightawritersees Web - https://heatherrose.com.au Allen & Unwin @allenandunwin See omnystudio.com/…

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