Welcome to the YA and Children's Book Podcast (for Adults)! Our show is hosted by two book enthusiasts: a writer (Sarah Hansen) and a teacher (Terri La Rue). Together, we are rereading and discussing the books that shaped us. If you’ve ever wondered which Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants character you are, why horse girls get so many books written about them, or how Stuart Little's human mother gave birth to a mouse, then this is the show for you. Join us as we relive childhood, one book at a time. New episodes every other week!
24. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
Lewis Carroll’s 1865 novel is one of the most famous stories in English literature. But what is it, exactly, about this book that holds such enduring cultural appeal? Join us for a winding romp through Alice’s absurd dreamland. We explore the book’s relationship to humor, music, counterculture, and film. We also discuss the real-life Alice who inspired the book, as well as the continuing debate about Carroll’s personal life and his unusual relationships with children.
Content warning: This episode discusses Carroll’s relationships with children, including his suspected pedophilia.
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11 May 2023
”The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum
It’s time to pull back the curtain and learn about the book that inspired one of the most beloved films of all time. People have ascribed many meanings to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and in this episode, we put on our conspiracy theory (golden) caps and explore all the possibilities. Is it true that L. Frank Baum was writing about turn-of-the-century populism and monetary policy? Or Buddhism? Or drugs? Why is this book considered the first feminist American children’s book? And what is a Tin Man, anyway? Listen to learn the answers to all these questions, and more!
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Email us at readingduringrecesspod@gmail.com
13 Mar 2023
”Holes” by Louis Sachar
In this episode, we celebrate one of the most iconic children's books of the last 25 years. Louis Sachar’s Holes is equal parts comedy, mystery, and a sobering look at the carceral state. Join us for an unforgettable trip to Camp Green Lake. Just remember, this ain’t no Girl Scout camp.
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Find Sarah on Twitter @sarahebba25 and on Instagram @sarahebba
Find Terri on Twitter @TerriCLaRue and on Instagram @tc_larue
Email us at readingduringrecesspod@gmail.com
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