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Subtext: Conversations about Classic Books and Films

Author: Wes Alwan and Erin O'Luanaigh

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Subtext is a book club podcast for readers interested in what the greatest works of the human imagination say about life’s big questions. Each episode, philosopher Wes Alwan and poet Erin O’Luanaigh conduct a close reading of a text or film and co-write an audio essay about it in real time. It’s literary analysis, but in the best sense: we try not overly stuffy and pedantic, but rather focus on unearthing what’s most compelling about great books and movies, and how it is they can touch our lives in such a significant way.
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Douglas Dickenson

I love this program but was disappointed in parts of this analysis of Chinatown. Two examples. Regarding the old gardner, his accent and expertise indicate he was Japanese, not Chinese. I didn't get that Jake Gittes held contempt for the old man, just that he misunderstood him. Erin's disapproval of Gittes and expectation that he should hold the progressive values of a modern academic is misplaced and a form of presentism. Gittes is a character, accurate for his time, place, and class but not despicable for his blind spots but more interesting to the viewer.

Feb 18th
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Joseph Muller

wonderful. They really get to the heart of the art they explore and make a wonderful case for why we should all delve into canonical works.

Jan 23rd
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Mélèk Dhaouadi

excellent podcast.

Jan 17th
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Brian O'Day

great movie, great discussion.

Dec 4th
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Omair

5+Starts. Excellent podcast especially for people who like to go beyond surface level meaning in movies, poems and novels. Big admirer of Wes from PEL and Erin is great host with insightful details. Highly recommended

Sep 1st
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Michael Beirne

5 STARS. They have intelligent things to say about the possible meanings and interpretations of texts. Deeper and more personable than most such podcasts. Most crucial is that both their voices are soothing and resonant.

Nov 1st
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