Emma Lazarus

In this episode, host Tristan Bruns breaks down the monumental poem "The New Colossus" by Emma Lazarus—the same poem inscribed at the base of the Statue of Liberty—which spells out what ostensibly separates the U.S.A. from Europe and why we should be making life easier for immigrants, not harder. The episode explores the history, symbolism, and relevance of 'The New Colossus' poem and the Statue of Liberty in relation to immigration and the treatment of immigrants in the United States. It also discusses the correlation between poverty and crime rates, presenting various studies and reports that support the idea that poverty increases crime. Delve into the roots and evolution of tap dance, examining its connection to African American culture and its role as a communal experience. Ivory Wheeler shares his experiences of being trained by Macio Anderson, including the harsh punishments they endured. Finally, the speaker explores their passion for poetry, discussing poems by Kurt Vonnegut and Langston Hughes.

This 2018 episode covers one of the United States' first successful Jewish American writers, moving in the New York literary scene of the late 1800s. She also wrote one of the most famous poems of all time, and even if you don't know her name, odds are you know at least some of that work. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma Lazarus, one of the first successful Jewish American writers, is discussed in this podcast. The episode covers her early education and publishing success, activism against antisemitism, the writing of her famous poem 'The New Colossus,' and her legacy.