Yale University Press Podcast
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The World’s First Known Author
In this episode of the Yale University Press Podcast, we talk with cultural historian and translator Sophus Helle about his new book, Enheduana: The Complete Poems of the Worlds First Author.
Dance’s Integral Connection to Human Experience
In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we talk with Mindy Aloff about her book Why Dance Matters. Why Dance Matters is a passionate and moving tribute to the captivating power of dance,
Art Historian Brandon Taylor on the Story of Modern Art
We talk with Brandon Taylor about his new book, Make It Modern: A History of Art in the 20th Century.
The Tragic Essence of Geopolitics
In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we talk with Robert D. Kaplan about his new book, The Tragic Mind: Fear, Fate, and the Burden of Power, a moving meditation on recent geopolitical
A Conversation with Designer Stephen Burks
We talk to the celebrated designer about his exhibition at Atlantas High Museum of Art and more.
The History and Future of Abortion in America
In Roe: The History of a National Obsession, Mary Ziegler charts the many meanings associated with Roe v. Wade during its fifty-year history. In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we t
Why Does the Museum Matter?
A conversation with Daniel H. Weiss, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, about the importance and role of the art museum.
Ancient Lives with James Romm
In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we talk with author James Romm about his new book, Demetrius: Sacker of Cities. At the end of the episode, we discuss the larger goals of the Anci
John Singer Sargent’s Lifelong Interest in Spain
We talk with curator Sarah Cash about the exhibition and book Sargent and Spain, delving into the artists love of all things Spanish.
Oswaldo Chinchilla Mazariegos Talks about the Art, Myths, and Gods of the Ancient Maya
Two new books and an exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art explore the artifacts and mythology of Classic Maya civilization.