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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Everyman Academy episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Everyman Academy for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Everyman Academy episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Anna Karenina (Part I)
Everyman Academy
04/18/23 • 14 min
Today, will be entering the world of Leo Tolstoy, as Professor J.T. discusses Anna Karenina, published in 1878. Grab your fuzzy hat and hop aboard the Trans-Siberian Express as we discover Russian literature. Hear why this epic novel is considered possibly the greatest novel ever created.
There is so much to dig into, it's going to take more than one episode to get the job done. From the big city to the country, the race track to the opera house, there is no shortage of epic moments. This is only the beginning for Tolstoy's masterfully crafted cast of characters, introduced on today's episode of Everyman Academy.
Class is now in session.
Madame Bovary
Everyman Academy
03/08/23 • 16 min
Bonjour!
Today on Everyman Academy, we will make our first foray into French literature.
Madame Bovary was written in 1856 by Gustav Flaubert and marks the beginning of a literary era known as realism. Never heard of him? We hadn't either, but nevertheless became enthralled with this masterpiece of prose.
Hear why this book is a classic anyone can read, today on Everyman Academy.
Class is now in session.
Anna Karenina (Part II)
Everyman Academy
05/03/23 • 21 min
Welcome back to Everyman Academy!
Quickly take your seats as we continue our discussion on Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina. Today's episode dives right back in to the major plot movements of Acts II-III.
Tune in to discover the events that set Anna's love affair with Vronsky in motion. Her husband Alexy is more than meets the eye, as are the social dynamics in Russian High Society. Professor J.T. leaves no stone unturned in this cinematic re-telling and literary analysis.
Horse racing, scandalous liaisons, existential dread, and communism, are some of the many highlights of this timeless tale. Sadly, things don't turn out so great for Vronsky's beloved horse, Frou-Frou. Nevertheless, we hope you bring your tissues for today's episode of Everyman Academy.
Class is back in session.
Uncle Tom's Cabin
Everyman Academy
01/24/23 • 29 min
Buckle up, because today's episode of Everyman Academy has a lot of ground to cover.
Uncle Tom's Cabin was the most influential and widely read book of the 19th century. This novel, written by Harriet Beecher Stowe changed public opinion concerning slavery in the United States. Printing presses ran 24/7 to keep up with demand. Despite the massive impact of this novel, you don't hear so much about it these days.
More than a simple book analysis, Professor J.T. covers the topics of world slavery, scientific racism, and the minstrel show. No matter what you think you know about this book, you're bound to learn something new on today's episode of Everyman Academy.
Class is now in session.
Moby Dick (Part IV)
Everyman Academy
11/15/22 • 27 min
Welcome back as we continue our mega analysis of Moby Dick.
Grab your popcorn and prepare yourself for the climactic confrontation with the elusive white whale. Discover the eloquence of Melville's prose while Professor J.T. channels Captain Ahab in all his madness.
Moby Dick fans and newbie's alike discover what all the hype is about in today's episode of Everyman Academy.
Class is now in session.
Moby Dick (Part III)
Everyman Academy
11/08/22 • 19 min
Furl the t'gallant-sails, and close-reef the top-sails as class resumes in Part III of our Moby Dick mega analysis.
In today's episode of Everyman Academy, you will meet Ahab, Starbuck and the mysterious Fedallah as Professor J.T. breaks down events central to the main narrative.
Everything is beginning to come together as we sail headlong toward the climactic confrontation with the enigmatic White Whale. This cinematic breakdown breathes new life into Hawthorne's 1851 masterpiece.
Class is back in session.
The Scarlet Letter
Everyman Academy
08/31/22 • 18 min
You may think you know what this 1850 classic by Nathaniel Hawthorne is all about. Your English teacher may have told your class that the Scarlet "A" stands for adultery.
Do you remember occult themes, witchcraft in the woods, and a mysterious figure known as "The Black Man" who carries a book for fresh souls to sign their names in blood?
You may think you know, but think again.
Learn what The Scarlet Letter is really about in this episode of Everyman Academy.
Jane Eyre
Everyman Academy
08/10/22 • 47 min
Get on your tinfoil hats and strap yourself in because Professor J.T. has cracked the code of Jane Eyre! You've got to hear this detailed analysis to understand why this 1847 romance novel is a symbolic reversal of The Pilgrim's Progress (1678).
Whether you've read this Charlotte Brontë classic in High School English or just used SparkNotes, you probably could have never guessed the enigmatic Mr. Rochester is intended to represent the dark lord Satan himself! Take a seat to hear why Professor J.T. is so sure of himself in the longest episode of Everyman Academy to date.
Oliver Twist
Everyman Academy
06/27/22 • 15 min
Oliver Twist is the story of an innocent orphan boy who joins a group of young criminals guided by their villainous leader Fagin. Professor JT discovers the allure of the writing of Charles Dickens though an analysis of his first novel. Drunks, prostitutes, pickpockets, murder and mystery, this timeless tale really has something for everyone, so come join us!
Gulliver's Travels
Everyman Academy
05/03/22 • 22 min
Travel to distant lands and discover the satirical wit and ribald humor of Jonathan Swift. This episode comes to life in both recreation and analysis of Gulliver's Travels. Professor JT pulls out all the comedic stops to ensure an entertaining and enlightening experience for all that lend an ear. Class is now in session.
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How many episodes does Everyman Academy have?
Everyman Academy currently has 20 episodes available.
What topics does Everyman Academy cover?
The podcast is about History, Podcasts, Books and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Everyman Academy?
The episode title 'Anna Karenina (Part II)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Everyman Academy?
The average episode length on Everyman Academy is 20 minutes.
How often are episodes of Everyman Academy released?
Episodes of Everyman Academy are typically released every 20 days, 16 hours.
When was the first episode of Everyman Academy?
The first episode of Everyman Academy was released on Apr 20, 2022.
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