14. Critics Rejoice Live: at Parramatta's Lit
Update: 2025-09-18
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In this spirited discussion, three critics—Max Easton, Eda Gunaydin, and Lucy Van—join Sydney Review of Books editor, James Jiang, to explore the evolving role of the critic. Together, they delve into how they each came to criticism, the influences that shaped their voices, the ethics and implications of writing negative reviews, and whether we are truly living in a post-literate culture.
This episode was recorded live as part of the Parramatta Lit Festival, held within the Sydney Fringe Festival on 6 September 2025 at Western Sydney University – Parramatta City Campus.
Host: James Jiang — Editor, Sydney Review of Books
Panelists: Max Easton, Eda Gunaydin, Lucy Van
Recording Engineer: Sevan Dermelkonian
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