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Marshall Poe

Founder and editor of the New Books Network who hosts and conducts interviews on the network's channels, guiding conversations with authors and scholars.

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Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 17min

Marshall Poe on the New Books Network, Technology, and the Future of Academic Communication

Joe Forte, a Media Projects Manager with Virginia Tech Publishing, joins Marshall Poe, founder of the New Books Network and former history professor. They discuss the evolution of academic communication through podcasting, emphasizing accessibility and the shift from traditional media to audio formats. Poe shares insights on building a sustainable podcast network and the role of libraries in preserving digital content. The conversation also tackles the challenges facing the industry, including monetization and maintaining diverse voices in the podcasting landscape.
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Sep 20, 2025 • 47min

Gutted and Glutted: The Dire Economics of Podcasting in the AI Age

Marshall Poe, founder of The New Books Network and a historian, dives into the crisis facing independent podcasters in the age of AI. He highlights how AI scraping threatens creators' livelihoods, likening it to the piracy of the Napster era. Poe argues that this mass appropriation of intellectual property is destroying the podcast economy, loaded with low-quality AI-generated content. He discusses the challenges of discovery and funding, emphasizing the need for transparency and fair compensation for true creators in an increasingly difficult landscape.
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May 19, 2025 • 39min

Episode 2539: Marshall Poe on why Gaza is becoming Israel's Vietnam

Marshall Poe, an esteemed historian and founder of the New Books Network, draws chilling parallels between the Gaza conflict and Vietnam. He emphasizes the futility of military occupations, highlighting how they often alienate local populations and lead to devastating ethical violations. Poe discusses the catastrophic implications of population relocations, questions the viability of a two-state solution, and critiques the role of external powers like the U.S. in seeking a resolution, shedding light on the complexities of an enduring conflict.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 17min

Marshall Poe on the New Books Network, Technology, and the Future of Academic Communication

Marshall Poe, founder and editor-in-chief of the New Books Network, discusses the evolution of academic communication through podcasting. He shares insights into how digital tools facilitate scholarly work and the challenges of monetizing academic podcasts. Poe highlights the importance of making academic content accessible to wider audiences and the need for preserving digital media in a rapidly changing landscape. The conversation also touches on the podcast industry's recent hurdles and its role in bridging academia with the general public.
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Jan 1, 2025 • 41min

Episode 2290: Marshall Poe on why 2024 was a bad year for most podcasters

Marshall Poe, an American historian and founder of the New Books Network, discusses the tumultuous landscape of podcasting following drastic changes in Apple’s metrics. He highlights the challenges small podcasters face against the dominance of giants like Joe Rogan. They explore potential reforms to democratize the medium, touching on Section 230 and the influence of Substack. Poe emphasizes the struggle between quality content and sensationalism in an era increasingly shaped by AI, while advocating for human authenticity in storytelling.

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