Stephen (Steve) Mentz
Literature scholar who studies maritime narratives and the 'blue humanities'; author of Shipwreck Modernity and a frequent commentator on shipwreck metaphors.
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Sep 24, 2025 • 54min
Why the world feels like a shipwreck
Join Matthew Lazen-Rider, an Ideas producer exploring shipwreck stories, along with literature scholar Stephen Mentz and comparative literature professor Paul Fleming. They unravel the captivating history of shipwreck tales, from ancient epics to contemporary narratives, revealing their deep cultural resonance. Ethnomusicologist Heather Sparling shares insights on disaster songs that help communities mourn and memorialize maritime losses. Together, they discuss the ship as a metaphor for political strife and the fragile nature of existence in our tumultuous times.
