Erik Rostad
Podcast host who reads and discusses the Great Books as part of a 15-year reading project, focusing on connections, commentary, and what he learns from each book.
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Sep 29, 2023 • 47min
Interview: Erik Rostad, Marathon runner of the canon
Erik Rostad, a marathon runner of the canon, talks about his love for reading and how he manages to read, run a business, and take care of his family all at once. He discusses the process of creating a curated list of great books, the benefits of reading extensively, different modes of reading, and the relationship between truth and beauty in literature.
Feb 23, 2024 • 38min
The Writings (Hebrew Bible Book 3)
Exploring the poetic texts of Psalms, Proverbs, and Job through Robert Alter's translation. Delving into the concept of parallelism in Biblical poetry. Reflecting on the value of singular takeaways from complex texts like Esther and Song of Songs. Contrasting narratives in the Hebrew Bible and connections between different stories. Discussing individual Bible translations and sponsorship by a website development company.
