Get Lit Podcast Get Lit Episode 212: Allen Ginsberg
Apr 26, 2023
Allen Ginsberg, revolutionized poetry scene and defined beat generation. Topics include his upbringing, counterculture influence, political activism, and his legacy in American literature.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Students Reading More Books, but not Challenging Ones
01:44 • 4min
Discussion of Articles, Guilty Pleasure Books, and Allen Ginsberg's Biography
06:07 • 3min
Allen Ginsberg: Background and Upbringing
08:42 • 21min
Influence of Counterculture and Political Activism
29:53 • 8min
The Legacy of Allen Ginsberg
37:53 • 2min
Exploring the Life and Legacy of Allen Ginsberg
40:21 • 3min