Podcast appearances and mentions of noah richler

Toronto is a bustling city on Lake Ontario which is growing at an astonishing rate. Almost a third of Torontonians have arrived in the last decade and more than half were born outside of Canada. The city's Mohawk name is , which means “the place on the water where the trees are standing". Noah Richler explores the fictional landscape of the city with four of its exciting writers from different generations and backgrounds; Catherine Hernandez, Adrianna Chartrand, Don Gillmor and Deepa Rajagopalan who all join him in front of a lively audience at The House of Anansi Bookshop.

Why would a writer run for office in an election he was sure to lose? And what does hindsight offer as a life lesson?Noah Richler on politics, journalism, and the power of COVID.

Graeme Gibson, the Canadian writer and avid ornithologist and conservationist who died this last September at the age of 85, and his partner, author and poet Margaret Atwood, met in 1970 in Toronto, when both were associated with the fledgling Canadian independent publisher, the House of Anansi, founded by poet Dennis Lee and writer David Godfrey in the basement of the latter’s house on Spadina Avenue near Bloor Street. Graeme Gibson’s lauded experimental novel, Five Legs, and Margaret Atwood’s Governor-General’s Award-winning collection of poetry, The Circle Game, were early and surprising bestsellers for a publisher that remains a fundamental pillar of the Canadian literary scene to this day. In “A Literary Love Story” Graeme Gibson and Margaret Atwood remember the beginnings of the House of Anansi and the literary scene in Toronto of the nineteen sixties and seventies. Presented by Noah Richler and produced by Mihira Lakshman and Nick Parker, with sound provided gratis by freesound.org, and dedicated to the memory of Graeme Gibson.

In “Vancouver Biotech Startup Launches World’s First Book Pill,” the eighth and final podcast in the debut series of 128 Sterling, host Noah Richler reveals details of the development and testing of a revolutionary new platform for literature, the edible book pill. He speaks to the writer-scientists behind the book pill’s invention, to Inuit claiming cultural appropriation, to novelists anxious about the unprecedented disruptive bio-technology, and to others keen not to be excluded. With Gary Barwin, Laakkuluk Bathory, Irina Kovalyova, Vincent Lam, Lisa Moore, Russell Smith and others.

Noah Richler talks to Walter Kirn about Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter (a.k.a. Clark Rockefeller), imposter and convicted murder, and subject of Walt’s book Blood Will Out. Noah also speaks to Katherena Vermette about the people, places, and stores that make up her Governor General's Literary Awards shortlisted debut novel, The Break. Actress Janet Green (a.k.a. Janet Porter) reads Lynn Crosby’s new poem, “I Forgot to Remember to Forget,” written exclusively for 128 Sterling.

In “School’s In,” host Noah Richler talks to publisher Sarah MacLachlan; Sunday Times columnist Lynn Barber, author of the acclaimed memoir (and movie), An Education; Russian-American graphic illustrator Dasha Tolstikova about her memoir, A Year Without Mom; Newfoundland author Lisa Moore about her first young adult novel, Flannery; and Métis writer Patti Laboucane-Benson about the simmering cauldron that is school.

In this month of the American elections and literary contests, Noah Richler presents an anthology of lost things from fights to old ways and mystery itself, with original contributions by Craig Davidson, Andray Domise, Kevin Patterson, Russell Smith, Kathleen Winter (who also provides the music), Cybèle Young and singer Patricia O’Callaghan.

Authors Guy Vanderhaeghe, David Frum, and Walter Kirn discuss the upcoming U.S. Presidential Election with Noah Richler by examining the two candidates as they relate to Jack London's "The Iron Heel," Robert Penn Warren’s "All the King's Men," and Sinclair Lewis's "It Can't Happen Here.” Actress Janet Green (a.k.a. Janet Porter) reads Lynn Crosbie’s new poem, “Here Pussy,” written exclusively for 128 Sterling. Alix Ohlin, author of “Inside” and “Signs and Wonders,” reads original prose.

Noah Richler talks to Anosh Irani, whose novel The Parcel has been nominated for the Governor-General's and Writers' Trust Awards; to Teva Harrison, author of In-Between Days, a memoir of her cancer in words and pictures; and to Patti Laboucane-Benson at the Edmonton centre for the rehabilitation of indigenous offenders that was the inspiration of her prize-winning graphic novel (with Kelly Mellings), The Outside Circle, winner of this year's CODE Burt Award for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Literature. The writer is an artist with "A Foot in Two Worlds."

Noah Richler and Christy Ann Conlin discuss the challenges and pleasures of being a writer in rural Canada — away from the city and cosmopolitan centres. How many people, really, does a writer have to know? Christy Ann Conlin also reads from her latest novel, "The Memento," published by Doubleday Canada.

In the premiere of 128 Sterling, host Noah Richler asks film producer Nicholas Rose and authors Marina Endicott and Alain Farah, "what is the Great Canadian Book or Novel that will make a great and distinctively Canadian TV miniseries or film?" Noah’s introductory editorial and musing discusses the late Austin Clarke and makes his case for Austin’s "Toronto Trilogy" of novels to be made into an "instant classic Canadian television miniseries."

Is the Cleveland Indians logo racist, why does an ankle injury stop Drake from singing, can you see a ballgame and not drink beer and Trump supporters reach a whole new creep level. Plus Liz is not the only candidate to run for office and lose, Noah Richler reveals all in his book The Candidate Fear And Loathing On The Campaign Trail.

In 128 Sterling, author and broadcaster Noah Richler looks to fellow writers in Canada and abroad to explain not themselves, but the world as it is — the circus of the American election, the perils and punishments of school, the appeal of impostors, the state of being in between, CanLit, and more. This trailer provides a quick glimpse of what to expect from weekly episodes of 128 Sterling.

In 1863 the residents of Sandy Cove, Nova Scotia, discovered a legless man on the shore of St. Mary's Bay. He spoke no English and could not tell them who he was or where he had come from. In this week's episode of the Futility Closet podcast we'll tell the story of "Jerome" and what is known or guessed of his past. We'll also learn about explosive rats in World War II and puzzle over a computer that works better when its users sit. Please consider becoming a patron of Futility Closet -- on our Patreon page you can pledge any amount per episode, and all contributions are greatly appreciated. You can change or cancel your pledge at any time, and we've set up some rewards to help thank you for your support. You can also make a one-time donation via the Donate button in the sidebar of the Futility Closet website. Sources for our feature on Jerome: Fraser Mooney Jr., Jerome: Solving the Mystery of Nova Scotia's Silent Castaway, 2008. "The Mystery of the Man at Meteghan," St. John Daily Sun, Sept. 8, 1905. Harriet Hill, "Mystery Fascinates," Montreal Gazette, June 14, 1963. Andrea MacDonald, "Legless-Man Mystery Revealed," Halifax Daily News, Aug. 30, 2006. Brian Flemming, "Maritime Mysteries Still Enthrall," Halifax Daily News, Sept. 5, 2006. Noah Richler, "The Legless Castaway," Literary Review of Canada, March 1, 2009. Ian Cameron, "The Frozen Man of Queens County," Canadian Family Physician, August 2009. Listener mail: Wikipedia, "Explosive Rat" (accessed April 9, 2016). This week's lateral thinking puzzle was contributed by listener Jed Link, who sent this corroborating link (warning: this spoils the puzzle). You can listen using the player above, download this episode directly, or subscribe on iTunes or via the RSS feed at http://feedpress.me/futilitycloset. Many thanks to Doug Ross for the music in this episode. If you have any questions or comments you can reach us at podcast@futilitycloset.com. Thanks for listening!

A series of five essays from writers around the Commonwealth which start on Commonwealth Day, 10th March, and tackle the past, present and future of this unique international organisation.Author Noah Richler writes from a Canadian perspective. The Queen still appears on the bank notes of Canada as she is the head of state. The role is largely ceremonial, so why the need for ties like the Commonwealth in such an advanced country?

Noah Richler is the author of, "What We Talk About When We Talk About War". He claims that Canadians are being influenced to think of themselves as a "warrior nation", rather than the peacekeeping nation that has historically been part of our national identity.

Noah Richler is the author of, "What We Talk About When We Talk About War". He claims that Canadians are being influenced to think of themselves as a "warrior nation", rather than the peacekeeping nation that has historically been part of our national identity.

Noah Richler traces the development of storytelling from the earliest creation myths through to today's online gaming and the recording of our personal lives by way of social media.

Noah Richler traces the development of storytelling from the earliest creation myths through to today's online gaming and the recording of our personal lives by way of social media.

Heather Sangster, Freelance Editor for McClelland and Stewart, speaks with Noah Richler about This is My Country, What's Yours?