Devin Thomas O'Shea
Writer and commentator on literature and politics, author of the forthcoming The Veiled Prophet (2026); appeared as the episode's featured guest to discuss Thomas Pynchon's Vineland and related literary themes.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 47min
October 10, 2025
Join Oliver Scialdone, Lit Hub’s community editor, as he delves into the world of splatterpunk, exploring its visceral nature and anti-fascist roots. He emphasizes why oozy body horror is thought-provoking rather than just shocking. Meanwhile, Devin Thomas O'Shea offers a compelling analysis of Thomas Pynchon, detailing how his work critiques American power and resonates with contemporary issues. They discuss accessible entry points to Pynchon's challenging texts and how his themes of labor and fascism continue to haunt modern society.
Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 25min
239 - Corbyn-Sultana Party Bungle & Did Pynchon's Vineland Predict Fascist Future?
Devin Thomas O'Shea, a writer and political commentator known for his insights into literature, joins to discuss Thomas Pynchon's 'Vineland.' They unravel Pynchon's unique narrative style, exploring how it reflects Reagan-era paranoia and the impact of surveillance on society. O'Shea highlights the relevance of Pynchon's themes in today's political landscape, revealing the book's prescient connections to modern issues. The conversation also touches on the recent fallout within the UK left, addressing challenges in organizing and leadership.
