Past Present Future The Art of the Essay
Dec 14, 2023
The podcast explores the power of essays and their evolution from Montaigne to contemporary writers. It discusses a notable essay from 2020 and delves into the challenges faced by a Chinese American writer and her mother in a new country. The emotional strain of caregiving, the impact of online attacks, and the lasting effects of cruelty are also explored. The podcast emphasizes the significance of personal essays and announces future episodes and a series of 12 essays starting on Christmas Day.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Essays: From Montaigne to the 21st Century
02:19 • 12min
Film Discussion and Essay Analysis
14:22 • 3min
Exile and Betrayal
17:12 • 5min
Caregiving and Dependence
22:12 • 20min
The Consequences of Online Attacks
42:34 • 2min
The Impact of Cruelty and the Power of Essay Writing
44:52 • 5min
The Power of Personal Essays and Upcoming Series Announcement
49:37 • 2min