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Emily Wilson is a classicist whose translations of The Iliad and The Odyssey are popular and controversial. Recently, she was at the center of the discourse surrounding Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of The Odyssey. Her new book of essays reflects on translation and the role ...  Show more

In 1988, a group of gay men gathered in Kingston, Jamaica to put on a play. At the time, homophobia in the country was rampant and sex between men was outlawed. Marlon James’ new novel The Disappearers is about a hateful mob attack at one of the group’s rehearsals. In an intervie ...  Show more

In all the conversations about improving education for children, the voices of students, teachers and community members are often left out. Educational designer Punya Mishra offers a method to shift that paradigm, taking us through new thinking on the root of success (and failure ...  Show more

Pixicato and Alabaster Zero head to the Cleocastle to attend Monster School. Trouble is, the school is half sunk! Lessons include: We expand our idea of normal by meeting new people and asking questions; being a good leader takes a lot of listening. Subscribe at whatifworld.fun, ...  Show more

Are you going to school for the first time? A great way to help us prepare for something new is to use our imaginations! In this special episode, Caitie takes listeners through a visualization exercise to help them feel confident for their first day of school!See Privacy Policy a ...  Show more

What makes a great book? Readers from Loyola Village Elementary School in Los Angeles have some answers.