- 16
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- 2023
- First episode
About Lessons in Literature
Lessons in Literature is a podcast about the life lessons hidden in our favorite stories. Hosted by Evie Hart, a lifelong lover of fiction, each episode explores a passage from a classic book and the deeper truth it holds for our real lives. Join Evie every other Monday on your preferred podcasting platform to explore the lessons and truths tucked inside its pages. Because within every story, there’s a lesson…not just for our minds, but for our hearts.
- Publisher
- Evie Hart
- Category
- arts
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 12 Dec 2023
- Latest episode
- 8 Sept 2026
Latest episodes
16 episodes in the feed.
8 Sept 2026
A Lesson in Reality with Mabel Prowse
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we step inside Edith Nesbit’s The Enchanted Castle, where three siblings, a mysterious girl named Mabel, and one very magical ring blur the lines between imagination, belief, and reality. When Mabel tells a lie and insists that it isn’t a lie at all, but “fancy,” a simple moment opens the door to a much bigger question: what makes something true? Join Evie Hart as we explore why people lie, the difference between imagination and deception, and what happens when what we believe doesn’t match reality. Because knowing the difference matters in a society filled with stories, opinions, interpretations, and misinformation. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
12 Aug 2026
A Lesson in Meaning with Dorothy Gale
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we follow the Yellow Brick Road through L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to explore Dorothy Gale’s journey home and one of the story’s smaller but impactful lessons. We’ve all heard the saying “everything happens for a reason.” But what happens when life gives us experiences we could never call necessary or meant to be? Through Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, we explore the difference between believing something happened for a reason and finding meaning in what happened afterward. We don’t always understand the road while we’re walking it. We only recognize its meaning when we look back at who we met, what we learned, and who we became along the way. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
28 Jul 2026
A Lesson in Love with The Prince
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we journey into George MacDonald’s whimsical fairy tale The Light Princess; a story filled with clever wordplay, floating princesses, and a prince who may quietly demonstrate one of literature’s most beautiful examples of love. As we follow a princess cursed to live without emotional or physical weight, we explore a lesson that goes far beyond fairy-tale romance and then ask whether love begins with changing someone or with understanding them. Along the way, Evie shares why the best love stories, whether found in children’s classics or modern romance novels, often have one thing in common. That the greatest act of love isn’t finding someone perfect; it’s taking the time to see them. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
21 Jul 2026
A Lesson in Wonder with Edith Nesbit
For our tenth episode, we're doing something a little different. Instead of learning from one of the characters, today's lesson comes from Edith Nesbit herself. Through Five Children and It, we explore the power of wonder, the difference between how children and adults experience the world, and why keeping a little room in our hearts for possibility might be one of the most important things we can do. Whether you've loved this story since childhood or are discovering it for the first time, I hope this episode helps you see the ordinary with fresh eyes. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
1 Jul 2026
A Lesson In Respect with William and Elizabeth Robinson
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we're setting sail with The Swiss Family Robinson to uncover a small but foundational lesson hidden beneath the adventure. We explore the relationship between William and Elizabeth Robinson and the subtle way William demonstrates respect for his wife, not through grand gestures, but by genuinely listening to her, valuing her perspective, and allowing her wisdom to shape the family's future. Together, we'll reflect on what respect really looks like in our closest relationships and why the smallest moments of being heard can have the greatest impact. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
16 Jun 2026
A Lesson in Active Empathy with Bobbie Waterbury
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we hang around a train station with Roberta "Bobbie" Waterbury and her siblings in the book The Railway Children by Edith Nesbit. Through one frightened stranger, a gentle hand, and a series of small acts of 'loving-kindness', we explore a lesson that some of us feel we have lost in today's society: active empathy. Many of us care deeply about others, but in our modern world of endless distractions, busy schedules, and social awkwardness, caring and acting are not always the same thing. Bobbie reminds us that empathy is more than feeling for people; it asks us to notice, to understand, and to move toward those who need a helping hand. Together, we'll reflect on what it means to practice kindness in ordinary moments, why small acts of compassion matter, and how each of us can help build a more connected world. So grab a cup of warmth, settle in, and join me as we discover what The Railway Children teaches us about being human. Lesson: Active Empathy Book: The Railway Children by Edith Nesbit ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
18 May 2026
A Lesson in Appeasement with Huck Finn
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we drift down the Mississippi River with Huckleberry Finn to explore an unexpected lesson hiding beneath the adventure: appeasement. What happens when staying quiet becomes a survival strategy? When keeping the peace means making yourself smaller? And how do we know when a habit that once protected us is quietly holding us back? Together, we explore how Huck learns to navigate explosive and manipulative people, the difference between steadiness and appeasement, and why so many of us learn to stay silent long before we ever learn the word for it. Through literature, personal reflection, and practical questions for modern life, this episode asks: Are you staying quiet because it feels right… or because it feels safer? Please note: this episode discusses themes of emotional manipulation, abusive dynamics, and historical racism. Racial slurs present in the original text have been replaced during readings with care and context. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) Voices By: Evie Hart + Paul F. **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
5 May 2026
A Lesson in Steadiness with Tom Sawyer
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we step into one of the darkest moments in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain, when Tom and Becky find themselves lost deep within a cave. What begins as an adventure quickly turns into fear, and in that moment, something shifts. While this scene is often remembered as a lesson in courage, we explore a quieter, more subtle kind of strength: steadiness. Through Tom’s response to Becky’s fear, we uncover what it means to stay calm in the dark, hold space for someone else’s emotions, and become something steady when it matters most. This episode invites you to reflect on a simple but powerful question: Who do you become when someone else needs you? ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
21 Apr 2026
A Lesson in Loneliness with Mary Lennox
For this episode of Lessons in Literature, we step into The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett to explore a lesson we’re often taught to avoid: loneliness. Through Mary Lennox’s journey, from isolation to self-discovery, we uncover what loneliness can do to a person and what it might be trying to tell us. What if loneliness isn’t something to rush out of but something to sit in and understand? In this episode, we talk about: - why loneliness is often misunderstood - how naming it can shift everything - the difference between being alone and feeling disconnected - loneliness in a world of social media - what it means to find yourself before finding your people This is a gentle, reflective episode about growth, connection, and the quiet ways we come back to ourselves. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
24 Feb 2026
A Lesson In Grace with Great Great Grandmother
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we climb the winding stairs into The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald. This Victorian fairy tale helped shape the foundation of modern fantasy we all love today. With the help of Princess Irene's Great Great Grandmother (or just Grandmother for short), we explore what grace is, not a weakness, but a moral strength. From self-governance to emotional restraint, we discuss how understanding others before demanding to be understood may be one of the most radical virtues in today’s world. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
14 Oct 2025
A Lesson in Religion with John Manly
In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we trot into Anna Sewell’s Black Beauty. This story appears gentle on the surface, but it carries one of the heaviest moral lessons ever written. Through the eyes of a horse, we see the best and worst of humankind… and hear one simple truth spoken by a humble coachman: “There is no religion without love.” Join Evie Hart as she explores how faith without compassion becomes cruelty and how kindness, quiet and steadfast, is the truest form of devotion. ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
16 Sept 2025
A Lesson in Generosity with the Bastable Children
A Lesson in Generosity with the Bastable Children In this episode of Lessons in Literature, we follow the chaotic, clever, and well-meaning Bastable children in Edith Nesbit’s classic, The Story of the Treasure Seekers. Determined to restore their family’s lost fortune, they set off on one imaginative scheme after another...from digging for treasure to inventing a newspaper...all with the unshakable hope that they can set things right. But the real treasure isn’t what they’re digging for. Through misadventures and mishaps, the Bastables reveal something far more enduring: the quiet strength of generosity, even when there’s very little to give. This story reminds us that giving hearts often hold the greatest power. Tags: E. Nesbit, The Story of the Treasure Seekers, Bastable children, classic children’s literature, Victorian fiction, sibling stories in books, childhood adventure, books that raised us, generosity in hard times, cozy podcast, literary life lessons, imagination and resilience, public domain fiction, treasure hunting stories, kids solving grown-up problems, storytime for adults, book-inspired wisdom, heartwarming fiction, Lessons in Literature podcast ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
2 Sept 2025
A Lesson in Positivity with Anne Shirley
Episode 1 – A Lesson in Positivity with Anne Shirley In this debut episode of Lessons in Literature, host Evie Hart invites you into the whimsical world of Anne Shirley, the unforgettable main character of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. Through a beautifully chosen quote from the very first chapter, we explore how Anne transforms uncertainty into wonder with her vivid imagination and radiant optimism. Discover a timeless lesson in positivity as Evie breaks it down into four simple steps—mindfulness, gratitude, openness, and creative thinking—with a bonus reflection on the power of positive self-talk. Whether you’re a longtime kindred spirit or meeting Anne for the first time, this episode is your invitation to see the world not as it is… but as it could be. ✨ Perfect for fans of classic literature, cozy podcasts, and meaningful self-growth. 🔖 Topics: Anne of Green Gables, public domain classics, literary life lessons, optimism, imagination, personal growth, book podcast, fiction therapy ⸻ 🎧 Episode Credits Written and hosted by: Evie Hart Music: A Story Unfolds by Skygaze (https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-cassette/a-story-unfolds), licensed via Uppbeat (https://uppbeat.io/) Sound effects sourced from: freesound.org (https://freesound.org/people/Sirderf/sounds/333679/) **Produced independently with love, tea, and a stack of classic books. @lessonsinliteraturepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/lessonsinliteraturepodcast/)on Instagram and Threads
18 Aug 2025
SEASON 1 | Trailer || The Books That Raised Us
When I was little, I didn’t fall asleep cuddling stuffed animals...I fell asleep surrounded by books. In the morning, my mom would find picture books piled in my crib, and I’d be sitting there, babbling and flipping pages, completely content. I didn’t just love stories, I was raised by them. Lessons in Literature is a podcast for readers, dreamers, and lifelong learners who believe books can change the way we see the world. In Season One: The Books That Raised Us, we revisit classic children’s books and discover the powerful life lessons they still hold for us as adults. Each episode features a short reading from a timeless story — from The Enchanted Castle to The Little Prince to The Velveteen Rabbit — followed by a thoughtful reflection on its meaning in today’s world. Whether it’s courage, compassion, self-discovery, or hope, these beloved stories offer wisdom beyond the page. Perfect for fans of literature podcasts, classic book discussions, and children’s book nostalgia, Lessons in Literature is your invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and rediscover the tales that shaped your childhood. Season One begins September 1. Subscribe now and join me, Evie Hart, every other Monday as we journey back to the stories that shaped us, where the most powerful lessons aren’t found in textbooks, but in talking animals, secret gardens, and a girl with a wild imagination.
4 Aug 2025
Trailer || Why Fiction Matters
Why Fiction Matters Welcome to Lessons in Literature, a podcast that believes fiction is more than fantasy. In this trailer, host Evie Hart shares the heart behind the show: how stories can guide, ground, and grow us. In a world increasingly divided, fiction offers more than escape; it offers empathy, reflection, and hope. Each episode explores a powerful excerpt from a book — classic, modern, or somewhere in between — and uncovers the deeper lesson it holds for how we live, connect, and become who we're meant to be. If you’ve ever found lessons tucked inside a tale or felt changed by a chapter, you’re not alone. To be human is to feel. To imagine is to hope. And to read... is to awaken the wisdom we need to grow — as individuals, as a community, and as caretakers of our world. Season One begins September 1, 2025. Follow @lessonsinlit on threads and instagram for updates CREDITS Host & Creator:Evie Hart Writing & Voiceover:Evie Hart Editing & Mixing: Evie Hart using Adobe Audition Music: “Magic Fantasy” by Lite Saturation (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturation/single/magic-fantasy/)Licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0) Special Thanks:To the stories that raised us, the readers who carry them forward, and everyone finding meaning between the lines.
12 Dec 2023
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This is Lessons in Literature. A podcast where we venture and learn to become better citizens of humanity - through fiction. New Episodes are available every other Monday on your preferred podcasting platform. COPY EDITOR || Andrea K AUDIO EDITOR + PRODUCER || Elie V MUSIC || Magic by Lite Saturation
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