3.15 Read With Me: Australian Literature

3.15 Read With Me: Australian Literature

What happened when I tried to read four books in two weeks while travelling across the world during a pandemic? Well, you lucky listeners get to find out. In this episode I read an Aussie classic, a Miles Franklin Award winner, an essay collection, and a YA contemporary.

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3.12 Recommending Aussie Books

3.12 Recommending Aussie Books

This week on The Community Library, I’m recommending some Australian literature! From a YA mystery to an adult family drama, there’s something for everyone in this list.

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3.11 Interview with Lisa Harvey-Smith

3.11 Interview with Lisa Harvey-Smith

This week on The Community Library, I’m chatting to author and astrophysicist, Lisa Harvey-Smith, about her new book, The Secret Life of Stars! We chat about stars, science, and STEM.

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3.6 Snow White: Grimm Beginnings

3.6 Snow White: Grimm Beginnings

This is the first episode in a series on fairy tales and Disney Princesses. This week I’m talking about everyone’s favourite unpaid housekeeper, Snow White. I discuss the history of the Walt Disney Company, Snow White’s positive attitude, and why the Evil Queen might not be as evil as you think. This whole episode is basically a feminist rant, so buckle up, kids!

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3.5 Good Vibes Only: July Favourites

3.5 Good Vibes Only: July Favourites

Welcome back to The Community Library! Another month spent in lockdown … how’s everyone feeling? My mood’s been a bit all over the place, but this week I’m talking about all the things that have made me happy this past month.

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3.4 Clap When You Land with Bonnie
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3.4 Clap When You Land with Bonnie

Welcome back to The Community Library! This week, feminist extraordinaire Bonnie and I are discussing Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo. We chat about midwifery, toxic masculinity, and why teenage girls are the most poetic beings on earth.

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