The Literary Life Podcast

The Literary Life Podcast

Angelina Stanford Thomas Banks

Episodes 331
Avg. Duration 1h 27m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (1,214)
Since Apr 2019
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Not just book chat! The Literary Life Podcast is an ongoing conversation about the skill and art of reading well and the lost intellectual tradition needed to fully enter into the great works of literature. Experienced teachers Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks (of www.HouseOfHumaneLetters.com) join lifelong reader Cindy Rollins (of www.MorningtimeForMoms.com) for slow reads of classic literature, conversations with book lovers, and an ever-unfolding discussion of how Stories Will Save the World. And check out our sister podcast The Well Read Poem with poet Thomas Banks.

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S8E332 Episode 332: "A Defence of Penny Dreadfuls" by G. K. Chesterton, Short Story Summer Series Remix

Jun 09, 2026 1h 19m

On The Literary Life today we continue our re-airing of a series from our "Summer of the Short Story" that originally aired way back in Season 1 of the podcast! This week's episode features Angelina…

S8E331 Episode 331: "Araby" by James Joyce – Short Story Summer Series Remix

Jun 02, 2026 1h 38m

This week on The Literary Life we begin revisiting a series from our "Summer of the Short Story" that originally aired way back in Season 1 of the podcast! Today we return to Episode 11, in which…

S8E330 Episode 330: Where to Start with Ancient Literature with Dr. Anne Phillips

May 26, 2026 1h 38m

This week on The Literary Life Podcast, our hosts seek to answer your questions about reading ancient literature. Angelina and Thomas and joined by their colleague, Dr. Anne Phillips, and together…

S8E329 Episode 329: "On Fairy Stories" Revisited with Jenn Rogers

May 19, 2026 1h 55m

On today's episode of The Literary Life, our hosts Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks are joined by Jenn Rogers for a new discussion of "On Fairy Stories" by J.R.R. Tolkien. After sharing some…

S8E328 Episode 328: Best of The Literary Life – "On Fairy Stories" by J.R.R. Tolkien

May 12, 2026 1h 31m

This week on The Literary Life, we are re-airing an episode from the archives featuring a discussion of J.R.R. Tolkien's essay "On Fairy Stories" between Angelina Stanford, Cindy Rollins, and Thomas…

S8E327 Episode 327: The Power of Story and "Galahad and the Grail" with Malcolm Guite

May 05, 2026 1h 12m

This week on The Literary Life Podcast, we have a special episode in which our hosts Angelina Stanford, Thomas Banks, and Cindy Rollins and joined by poet, priest, scholar, and musician Malcolm…

S8E326 Episode 326: "The Rape of the Lock" by Alexander Pope

Apr 28, 2026 1h 12m

On this week's episode of The Literary Life, Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks will discuss Pope's mock epic poem, "The Rape of the Lock." They begin the conversation by talking about two types of…

S8E325 Episode 325: Introduction to Alexander Pope and the Neo-Classical Poets

Apr 21, 2026 1h 24m

Today on The Literary Life podcast, Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks share an introduction to the Neo-Classical Poets, including Alexander Pope, and their poetry. First off, they establish a…

S8E324 Episode 324: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Ch. 34-End

Apr 14, 2026 1h 26m

On The Literary Life Podcast with Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks this week, we will wrap up our discussion of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. After sharing their commonplace quote for this week,…

S8E323 Episode 323: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Ch. 27-33

Apr 07, 2026 1h 13m

This week on The Literary Life Podcast with Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks, we continue our series on Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre. In today's episode, they talk about the main plot points and…

S8E322 Episode 322: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Ch. 20-26

Mar 31, 2026 1h 56m

Welcome back to The Literary Life Podcast and our series on Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre. This week Angelina and Thomas discuss chapters 20-26, especially looking at the character of Bertha and the…

S8E321 Episode 321: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Ch. 13-19

Mar 24, 2026 1h 21m

On The Literary Life Podcast this week, Angelina and Thomas cover chapters 13-19 of Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre. Today's episode includes more discussion of the important symbols and images in these…

S8E320 Episode 320: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë, Ch. 6-12

Mar 17, 2026 1h 34m

On today's episode of The Literary Life Podcast with Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks, we continue our series on Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. Before jumping into chapters 6-12, Angelina and…

S8E319 Episode 319: "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte, Intro and Ch. 1-5

Mar 10, 2026 1h 30m

Welcome to The Literary Life Podcast with Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks. This week we begin our much-anticipated series on Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë! After sharing their commonplace quotes,…

S8E318 Episode 318: How to Read Shakespeare

Mar 03, 2026 1h 24m

Today on The Literary Life podcast, Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks are here to offer some helpful ideas for reading Shakespeare plays and how to approach the Bard. They start off sharing their…

S8E317 Episode 317: "Best of" – The Literary Life of Charlotte Mason

Feb 24, 2026 1h 39m

This week on The Literary Life podcast, we are excited to bring back a special episode from the vault: The Literary Life of Charlotte Mason! Along with Angelina, Thomas, and Cindy, we also have…

S8E316 Episode 316: "Don Juan" by Moliere, Acts 2-5

Feb 17, 2026 1h 30m

On The Literary Life podcast this week, Angelina and Thomas are back with this second episode on the play Don Juan by Moliere. After sharing their commonplace quotes for this week, Thomas kicks off…

S8E315 Episode 315: "Don Juan" by Moliere, Introduction and Act 1

Feb 10, 2026 1h 23m

Today on The Literary Life podcast, Angelina and Thomas begin a new series discussing Moliere's farcical play Don Juan. They open the discussion with some background on Moliere's plays in general, as…

S8E314 Episode 314: "Best of" - Our Favorite Poems

Feb 03, 2026 1h 22m

On this "Best of The Literary Life" episode from the vault, our hosts discuss their favorite poems and poets. Cindy starts off by sharing the early influences on her developing a love of poetry.…

S8E313 Episode 313: The Tower and the Ruin with Dr. Michael Drout

Jan 27, 2026 1h 48m

On The Literary Life Podcast this week, Angelina and Thomas are pleased to have special guest Dr. Michael Drout joining them to discuss his book The Tower and the Ruin: J. R. R. Tolkien's Creation.…

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