Yale University Press Podcast
Yale University Press
The Yale University Press Podcast is a series of in-depth conversations with experts and authors on a range of topics including politics, history, science, art, and more for those who are intellectually curious. Jessica Holahan hosts discussions on all things art and architecture and there are occasional appearances by Yale University Press Director John Donatich.
Episodes
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Feb 28, 2024 • 44min
The History of Weaving at Black Mountain College
A conversation with Michael Beggs and Julie Thomson.
Jan 15, 2024 • 27min
The Last Non-Christian Emperor of Rome
In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we talk with Philip Freeman about Julian: Rome’s Last Pagan Emperor (Ancient Lives Series).
Jan 9, 2024 • 40min
Mark Polizzotti Makes the Case for Why Surrealism Matters
The author’s new book offers insight into the Surrealism movement and why it continues to inspire.
Dec 14, 2023 • 37min
The Remarkable Stories of Women in British Intelligence
In this episode of the Yale University Press Podcast, we talk with Helen Fry, author of Women in Intelligence: The Hidden History of Two World Wars.
Dec 4, 2023 • 33min
A Conversation with Julia Bryan-Wilson about Louise Nevelson
We discuss the celebrated art historian’s new book Louise Nevelson’s Sculpture: Drag, Color, Join, Face.
Nov 22, 2023 • 48min
Do States Act Rationally?
In this episode of the Yale University Press Podcast, we talk with John J. Mearsheimer and Sebastian Rosato about How States Think: The Rationality of Foreign Policy.
Nov 13, 2023 • 36min
Artists Remake the World
Vid Simoniti discusses the potential of contemporary art to bring about political change.
Nov 3, 2023 • 39min
Why We Should Stop Designing Things (And Start Designing Experiences)
Abraham Burickson, author of Experience Design, discusses shifting from designing things to designing experiences. Topics include reimagining architecture, empathy in design, and the transformative power of experience design across various fields. The podcast also explores interactive book elements for a personalized reading experience.
Oct 28, 2023 • 45min
The Intricacies of Marriage
In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we talk with Devorah Baum about her new book, On Marriage.
Oct 19, 2023 • 29min
Grimoires, Magic Books, and Spells
A Conversation With Owen Davies About His Illustrated History of Magical Texts
