Podcast appearances and mentions of Stephen Marche

Canada will not bend the knee to Orange Jesus. That's one reading of our recent federal election. The ballots were barely tallied before headline writers around the world were posing the question:  Will Canada lead the global opposition to Trumpism?Do we have the muscle for the fight? Are we internally coherent enough to pull it off? Can we stay focused long enough on what Canada is and could be? These and many other questions need answers before we can address the notion of whether or not Canada is fit to lead an international rebel alliance against an increasingly unhinged and aggressive United States.Stephen Marche, author of The Next Civil War joins us to tackle the idea.Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor & Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Fact checking by Julian AbrahamAdditional music by Audio NetworkMore information:The Next Civil War — Simon & SchusterWebsite — Stephen MarcheSponsors: Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz and its long list of added-value features, and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off & 10GB of free data. BetterHelp: Visit https://betterhelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month.CAMH: CAMH is building better mental health care for everyone to ensure no one is left behind. Visit https://camh.ca/canadaland to make a donation.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The struggle is the cost of admission. It is the price of doing business." - Stephen MarcheStephen Marche: On Writing, Failure, and the Enduring Struggle of the Creative Life

Lester Kiewit speaks with Canadian author Stephen Marsh, who wrote the book “The Next Civil War” (2022), to get his perspective of how things stand after 60 days of Donald Trump being back in the Oval Office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of Deep Dive on this Trump Inauguration Day, we revisit the final episode of our limited series "After America" and ask - how does a nation rebuild itself after falling under authoritarian rule? In the series finale of After America, we take you through the harrowing aftermath of an imagined Trump's second presidential term, where democratic institutions were eroded, civil liberties dismantled, and marginalized communities oppressed. We examine the monumental task of transitioning back to democracy and preventing future authoritarian takeovers. We imagine how this era of expanded executive control would eventually collapse under its own corruption and the public's rising discontent. And, we shed light on how transitional justice mechanisms, such as truth commissions and criminal trials, can pave the way for a reconciled and democratic future.But history has its lessons, and so we remember the failures of post-Civil War America, where the lack of transitional justice led to systemic racism and political polarization we're still grappling with today. So, we discuss the necessity of truth-seeking, reparations, and institutional reforms to transitional justice and the establishment of an enduring and healthy democracy. And, we close by emphasizing the importance of vigilance and proactive efforts to safeguard democracy against erosion, underscoring the need for systemic reforms and citizen engagement to ensure a resilient democratic future.Guests: Dr. David Faris, Dr. Monika Nalepa, Dr. Alastair Smith, and Stephen Marche. -------------------------Follow Deep Dive:BlueskyYouTube Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com Music: Majestic Earth - Joystock

John Interviews iconic actor Ron Perlman. They talk politics, some of his legendary roles and Ron's latest movie "The Last Victim". Next, John talks with Canadian writer, novelist, essayist, and cultural commentator Stephen Marche about the political divide in America, the design behind how January 6th played out, and the release of his latest book "The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stephen Marche - The Next Civil War - Dispatches from the American FutureJuly 5The United States is coming to an end. The only question is how.On a small two-lane bridge in a rural county that loathes the federal government, the US Army uses lethal force to end a standoff with hard-right anti-government patriots. Inside an ordinary diner, a disaffected young man with a handgun takes aim at the American president stepping in for an impromptu photo-op, and a bullet splits the hyper-partisan country into violently opposed mourners and revelers. In New York City, a Category 2 hurricane plunges entire neighborhoods underwater and creates millions of refugees overnight—a blow that comes on the heels of a financial crash and years of catastrophic droughts—and tips America over the edge into ruin.These nightmarish scenarios are just three of the five possibilities most likely to spark devastating chaos in the United States that are brought to life in The Next Civil War, a chilling and deeply researched work of speculative nonfiction. Drawing upon sophisticated predictive models and nearly two hundred interviews with experts—civil war scholars, military leaders, law enforcement officials, secret service agents, agricultural specialists, environmentalists, war historians, and political scientists—journalist Stephen Marche predicts the terrifying future collapse that so many of us do not want to see unfolding in front of our eyes. Marche has spoken with soldiers and counterinsurgency experts about what it would take to control the population of the United States, and the battle plans for the next civil war have already been drawn up. Not by novelists, but by colonels.No matter your political leaning, most of us can sense that America is barreling toward catastrophe—of one kind or another. Relevant and revelatory, The Next Civil War plainly breaks down the looming threats to America and is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of its people, its land, and its government.bookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

It's all about the T.“T” as in the T at the end of ChatGPT. That T stands for Transformer. And it's already transforming many aspects of your life. Novelist and essayist Stephen Marche recently investigated that T for the New Yorker magazine. He came away from the experience saying that it is the most important story he's ever written. His piece details what he calls the Manhattan Project of our time. He also calls it, simply, magic, and he then goes on to define magic as “the word we use for things that are hugely powerful but we don't understand why.”Marche joins Jesse Brown to tackle the questions: why was Toronto a hotbed for A.I. (as marked by last week's awarding of the Nobel Prize to U of T prof Geoffrey Hinton for his pioneering work in the field)? Why is the Japanese punk band Transformer at the very heart of this whole story? And why exactly does Marche equate T with magic?Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Production Manager), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher), Caleb Thompson (additional production assistance)Featured guests: Stephen MarcheAdditional music by Audio NetworkFurther reading:Was Linguistic A.I. Created by Accident? — The New YorkerSponsors: CAMH: CAMH is building better mental health care for everyone to ensure no one is left behind. This Mental Illness Awareness Week, your donation to CAMH will be matched. Visit https://camh.ca/canadaland to double your impact.Oxio: Canadaland listeners get their first month of internet free at https://canadaland.oxio.ca, use the promo code “Canadaland”PolicyMe: Head over to https://policyme.com and secure your Health and Dental coverage in just 5 minutes – no medical questions needed! Squarespace: Check out https://squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does a nation rebuild itself after falling under authoritarian rule? In the series finale of After America, we take you through the harrowing aftermath of an imagined Trump's second presidential term, where democratic institutions were eroded, civil liberties dismantled, and marginalized communities oppressed. We examine the monumental task of transitioning back to democracy and preventing future authoritarian takeovers. We imagine the dramatic events of a potential January 6, 2025—when Trump's return to power is marked by a controversial certification of the electoral vote, igniting widespread protests and unrest. We imagine how this era of expanded executive control would eventually collapse under its own corruption and the public's rising discontent. And, we shed light on how transitional justice mechanisms, such as truth commissions and criminal trials, can pave the way for a reconciled and democratic future.But history has its lessons, and so we remember the failures of post-Civil War America, where the lack of transitional justice led to systemic racism and political polarization we're still grappling with today. So, we discuss the necessity of truth-seeking, reparations, and institutional reforms to transitional justice and the establishment of an enduring and healthy democracy. And, we close by emphasizing the importance of vigilance and proactive efforts to safeguard democracy against erosion, underscoring the need for systemic reforms and citizen engagement to ensure a resilient democratic future.Guests: Dr. David Faris, Dr. Monika Nalepa, Dr. Alastair Smith, and Stephen Marche. -------------------------Follow Deep Dive:InstagramYouTube Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com Music: Majestic Earth - JoystockAcoustic Folk Instrumental - Hyde

Can American democracy survive the encroachment of authoritarian regimes? This episode of "After America" tackles this critical question by exploring the global impact of authoritarianism and democratic backsliding. We take a close look at the establishment of post-World War II institutions like the United Nations, NATO, and the International Monetary Fund, and analyze how these have contributed to global peace and stability. Using case studies from Hungary, Russia, and China, we examine the erosion of democratic norms and its influence on foreign policies, posing the unsettling question of what might happen to global stability if key democratic nations, particularly the United States, were to falter.We highlight the rise of authoritarianism and its profound impact on global governance, and we dissect how regimes like Russia and China undermine multilateral institutions like the United Nations and the World Trade Organization, opting for unilateral actions and exclusive alliances. Through examples such as the Russia-China partnership and Russia's involvement in Venezuela and Syria, we reveal the mechanisms these regimes use to maintain power and challenge democratic nations. The potential consequences of an authoritarian shift in traditionally democratic countries, such as the United States, are scrutinized, underscoring the risks to global peace and stability.Finally, we ask the questiono - what would the world look like with a second Trump presidency? We discuss how European allies might scramble to forge new security pacts and bolster their defenses, and consider the broader risks of unilateral actions by an increasingly isolated United States. The episode concludes with a sobering look at the future of global stability in a world without American leadership, posing profound questions about the fragile state of democracy and the global order.Guests: Dr. Tom Ginsburg, Dr. Bruce Bueno de Mesquita, Stephen Marche, and Dr. James RobinsonCredits:JFK Speech: Courtesy of the JFK LibraryTrump on NATO: Courtesy of CSPANInfados - Kevin MacLeodDark Tales: Music by Rahul Bhardwaj from Pixabay-------------------------Follow Deep Dive:InstagramYouTube Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com

At the 2024 Hudson Valley Ideas Festival, Carly Reilly interviews novelist Stephen Marche to explore his journey in writing political thrillers like "The Last Election" and "The Next Civil War," reflecting on American politics' inner workings and the profound impact of money on campaigns and the behavior of politicians. He also delves into his collaboration with AI in literature, which raises deep questions about creativity, meaning, and identity. The conversation highlights the challenges and insights gained from integrating AI in writing, emphasizing its technical demands and the evolving nature of storytelling in the digital age. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w6lTjOihJWA Check out "The Last Election": https://www.amazon.com/Last-Election-Andrew-Yang/dp/1636141501 ---- Follow Stephen Marche: https://stephenmarche.com | https://x.com/StephenMarche Follow Carly Reilly: https://x.com/carlypreilly | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carly-reilly-606ab166/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Get 20% off your first order at https://ashanderie.com/ code yang ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We discussed Chinese drug lord Tse Chi Lop with author and journalist Stephen Marche. Tse Chi Lop is known as the "El Chapo of Asia." He was networked in with the Rizzuto crime family in Montreal, the 'Ndrangheta in Italy, the Yakuza in Japan, the Triads in Hong Kong, and Hells Angels in Australia. *We apologize for audio difficulties on this episode.

We discussed Chinese drug lord Tse Chi Lop with author and journalist Stephen Marche. Tse Chi Lop is known as the "El Chapo of Asia." He was networked in with the Rizzuto crime family in Montreal, the 'Ndrangheta in Italy, the Yakuza in Japan, the Triads in Hong Kong, and Hells Angels in Australia. *We apologize for audio difficulties on this episode.

The revelation that Alice Munro knew that her husband had sexually abused her nine-year-old daughter – and concealed it, even after he was convicted years later for his crimes – has rocked the literary world. Canadian authors Heather O'Neill, Sarah Weinman, and Stephen Marche join Megan Williams to discuss what this means for readers of Munro's fiction, and those who might not have yet discovered her.

Guest host Megan Williams speaks with Tolu Olorunnipa, Molly Ball and Keith Boag about the attack at Donald Trump's campaign rally on Saturday, Kelly and Zach Weinersmith lay out the challenges that scientists and policy makers face when it comes to surviving on Mars, authors Heather O'Neill, Sarah Weinman, and Stephen Marche speak on how the literary world has been rocked by the revelation surrounding Alice Munro, and Kent Monkman and Gisele Gordon share their story of teaming up to write The Memoires of Miss Chief Eagle Testickle: A True and Exact Accounting of the History Turtle Island.Find more at at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

THE MEDICAL RECORD:  HOW DOCTORS COMMUNICATE CANCER DIAGNOSES TO PATIENTS  Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Aaron Schimmer, the Director of Research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre as well as a staff physician and a senior scientist and Dr. Fahad Razak, Canada Research Chair in Data Informed Healthcare Improvement at the University of Toronto and a general internist at a Toronto hospital, as well as Dr. Alisa Naiman, a family doctor practicing comprehensive primary care in Toronto. Today: a conversation about how doctors communicate cancer diagnoses to their patients. We also explore ways to keep cool during the heat waves this summer. THE NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS CHARGED WITH HOMICIDE WHILE ON BAIL Libby Znaimer is now joined by Frank Caputo, a Conservative MP for Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo, followed by Kim Schofield, Criminal Defense Lawyer with Kim Schofield & Associates. Just how many individuals have been charged for homicide while out on bail or some other form of release? It was a question Conservative Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman posed to the government and was brought to light in a column by the Toronto Sun's Brian Lilley. THE TARNISHED LEGACY OF ALICE MUNRO Libby Znaimer is now joined by Stephen Marche, a Canadian novelist and essayist. She was one of Canada's iconic and celebrated short story writers and was even awarded a Nobel prize. Now, the legacy of the late Alice Munro is tarnished: this past Sunday, a bombshell story written by her very own daughter, Andrea Robin Skinner, and published in the Toronto Star detailed her experience of being sexually assaulted by her stepfather. When she told her mother Alice about it, she did nothing. Stephen reacts to the latest.

What if the very institutions designed to protect American democracy are now its greatest threat? In this episode, we scrutinize why Donald Trump remains a formidable candidate nearly four years later, and how key democratic norms and institutions like the rule of law, free and fair elections, and a free press are being systematically eroded. This sets the stage for the 2024 election, framing it as a critical battle between authoritarianism and democracy.We also unpack the structural weaknesses that plague American democracy today, focusing on the Senate, the Electoral College, and the House of Representatives. These institutions, originally designed to balance power, now disproportionately benefit Republicans, leading to governance and policy outcomes that undermine public trust. Partisan gerrymandering and the Senate's counter-majoritarian design are scrutinized for perpetuating poor governance and eroding faith in our democratic systems. We also discuss the role of bureaucracy, technocracy, and neutral institutions in safeguarding democracy.Finally, we delve into the fragility of American democratic norms and the judiciary. Discussing the politicization of judicial appointments and challenges to electoral legitimacy, we explore the consequences for democratic stability. The rise of Christian nationalism, deregulation, and threats to climate initiatives signal troubling trends, especially with the prospect of Donald Trump's return to the presidency. Guests: Dr. Sara Benesh, Stephen Marche, Dr. David Faris, & Dr. Tom GinsburgSources:Bush v. Gore Clip - Courtesy of the United States Supreme CourtMcConnell Senate Speech on Garland Confirmation - Courtesy of C-SPANInfados - Kevin MacLeodDark Tales: Music by Rahul Bhardwaj from Pixabay-------------------------Follow Deep Dive:InstagramYouTube Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com

Stephen Marche - The Next Civil War - Dispatches from the American FutureDec 9, 2022Researcher and prolific writer Stephen Marche talks to Ed Opperman about the state of America, and the likely directionit is heading in. In a disquieting interview, Marche details his work looking into the abyss America teeters on the edge of, and with global, financial, economic and environmental disaster just standing close behind, his conclusions should worry us all.Book Review from GoodreadsIn this deeply researched work of speculative nonfiction that reads like Ezra Klein's Why We're Polarized crossed with David Wallace-Wells's The Uninhabitable Earth, a celebrated journalist takes a fiercely divided America and imagines five chilling scenarios that lead to its collapse, based on in-depth interviews with experts of all kinds. On a small two-lane bridge in a rural county that loathes the federal government, the US Army uses lethal force to end a standoff with hard-right anti-government patriots. Inside an ordinary diner, a disaffected young man with a handgun takes aim at the American president stepping in for an impromptu photo-op, and a bullet splits the hyper-partisan country into violently opposed mourners and revelers. In New York City, a Category 2 hurricane plunges entire neighborhoods underwater and creates millions of refugees overnight—a blow that comes on the heels of a financial crash and years of catastrophic droughts— and tips America over the edge into ruin.If there was an interview which will make people sit up and take notice of where the U.S. is at, then this is surely a contender for that position.Book: The Next Civil War - Dispatches from the American FutureWebsite: Stephen MarcheTwitter: Stephen MarcheBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Stephen Marche - The Next Civil War - Dispatches from the American FutureDec 9, 2022Researcher and prolific writer Stephen Marche talks to Ed Opperman about the state of America, and the likely directionit is heading in. In a disquieting interview, Marche details his work looking into the abyss America teeters on the edge of, and with global, financial, economic and environmental disaster just standing close behind, his conclusions should worry us all.Book Review from GoodreadsIn this deeply researched work of speculative nonfiction that reads like Ezra Klein's Why We're Polarized crossed with David Wallace-Wells's The Uninhabitable Earth, a celebrated journalist takes a fiercely divided America and imagines five chilling scenarios that lead to its collapse, based on in-depth interviews with experts of all kinds. On a small two-lane bridge in a rural county that loathes the federal government, the US Army uses lethal force to end a standoff with hard-right anti-government patriots. Inside an ordinary diner, a disaffected young man with a handgun takes aim at the American president stepping in for an impromptu photo-op, and a bullet splits the hyper-partisan country into violently opposed mourners and revelers. In New York City, a Category 2 hurricane plunges entire neighborhoods underwater and creates millions of refugees overnight—a blow that comes on the heels of a financial crash and years of catastrophic droughts— and tips America over the edge into ruin.If there was an interview which will make people sit up and take notice of where the U.S. is at, then this is surely a contender for that position.Book: The Next Civil War - Dispatches from the American FutureWebsite: Stephen MarcheTwitter: Stephen MarcheBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

In this episode, Amy delves into the world of writing with novelist and essayist Stephen Marche. Stephen shares insights from his book On Writing and Failure, discussing the unique perseverance required to endure the life of a writer. From personal anecdotes to historical narratives, Stephen's reflections offer a refreshing perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the writing process. Discover why failure is an integral part of success and how embracing it can lead to growth and fulfillment in your creative journey. Key Points: Introduction to Stephen Marsh: Learn about Stephen's background as a novelist and essayist, including his acclaimed work On Writing and Failure. Collaboration with AI: Explore Stephen's groundbreaking collaboration with artificial intelligence in creating the first AI-generated novel, Death of an Author. Insights on Failure: Delve into Stephen's personal experiences with rejection and perseverance, highlighting the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. Writing Process: Gain valuable insights into Stephen's writing process and his approach to handling criticism and feedback. Redefining Success: Discover how Stephen's definition of success evolved over time, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's creative vision. Lessons from Baseball: Explore parallels between writing and baseball, where failure is an inherent part of the game and a catalyst for growth.   Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy's Books: https://amzn.to/3ys8nuv http://amylizharrison.com/ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Lgxy8F Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vHHHoi  Learn more about On Writing and Failure: https://a.co/d/al5dJuc Hashtags For This Episode: #WritingJourney #EmbracingFailure #CreativeResilience #AuthorInsights #ArtificialIntelligence #LiterarySuccess #Perseverance #WritingProcess #CreativeVision #PodcastEpisode

The prospect of a new Civil War in the United States is increasingly discussed as political turmoil rips through America. How could such a conflict actually break out? Rob Hutton is joined by The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future author Stephen Marche to discuss the terrifying new film Civil War – and how the reality could be even worse.     • “Civil wars when they come are the very worst things that can happen to a country. In England, the civil war demonstrated a level of brutality that is now unthinkable to us.” – Stephen Marche   • “It's so dangerous right now, not because the people are inherently violent, but because for those people to get power, they need hatred to get them there.” – Stephen Marche    Buy The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future through our affiliate bookshop and you'll help fund The Bunker by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too.    We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit.    Support us on Patreon.      Written and presented by Rob Hutton. Producer: Eliza Davis Beard. Audio editor: Jade Bailey. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. Music by Kenny Dickinson and artwork by James Parrett. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lean Out podcast has covered lots of books in recent years. We have never covered a poetry book. But all it took was one read of a striking new collection of poems for us to know that we had to have its author on the show. The Canadian writer Stephen Marche said it best when he described this collection: “Like supremely eloquent graffiti written on the wall of a magnificent palace, except the palace is the world, and the world is on fire.” Michael Lista is a Canadian essayist, investigative journalist, and poet. His new book is Barfly and Other Poems.You can find Tara Henley on Twitter at @TaraRHenley, and on Substack at tarahenley.substack.com

I have to admit I absolutely HATED Alex Garland's new movie Civil War. I found it annoyingly trite, self-evidently packaged for an ahistorical cinematic audience addicted to the amnesia of mindless violence. That's fine, of course, for most Hollywood productions, but not for a supposedly serious movie about the American future by a highly talented filmmaker. However, my Canadian friend, Stephen Marche, author of the much acclaimed The Next Civil War, clearly disagrees with my own (elitist) critique of Garland's movie and I tried to keep my own views out of our conversation. As Marche also noted in a recent New York Times op-ed, Garland's movie matters for reasons different from you think. “The Americans of 2024 can easily imagine a civil war,” Marche writes. And the step from imagination to reality, Marche warns, isn't always as gigantic as we assume.Stephen Marche is a novelist and essayist, and the author of, among other works, On Writing and Failure and The Next Civil War. He has written features and essays for The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Atlantic, Esquire, The Walrus and many others. He has collaborated with artificial intelligence on the first AI-generated novel reviewed in The New York Times, Death of an Author. His most recent novel, The Last Election, was co-written with Andrew Yang.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

For authors and aspiring authors! This is part 3 in the podcast series inspired by the book “On Writing and Failure” by Stephen Marche. In this part-three episode, Amy discusses the importance of embracing change and evolving perspectives, especially in creative endeavors like writing. Drawing from her own experiences as a best-selling author and mental health advocate. She delves into the nuances of communication through words and the intricacies of conveying messages, inviting listeners to reflect on the notion of failure in writing and offering a fresh perspective on success.  With her signature mix of anecdotes, quotes, and personal reflections, Amy encourages writers to stay true to their voices and embraces the diverse interpretations of readers, reminding us of the human connection at the heart of storytelling.  A must-listen to episode to be inspired and empowered as you embark on your journey as an author.  Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy's Books: https://amzn.to/3ys8nuv Amy's Website: http://amylizharrison.com/ Follow Amy on Social:  instagram.com/amylizharrison Writing and Failure by Stephen Marche: https://amzn.to/4bN05Qy   Hashtags For This Episode: GrowthMindset, Resilience, CreativeJourney, EmbracingChange, Criticism, PersonalGrowth, PositiveOutlook, ThankYouNext, EternallyAmy, WritingAndFailure, PodcastReflections #GrowthMindset #Resilience #CreativeJourney #EmbracingChange #Criticism #PersonalGrowth #PositiveOutlook #ThankYouNext #EternallyAmy #WritingAndFailure #PodcastReflections

It doesn't matter how driven you were. It doesn't matter how much money is on the table. Having kids humbles you. We said recently that having kids changes you because it brings you up close and personal with something that actually means something and all your other worldly stuff naturally pales somewhat in comparison. As the writer Stephen Marche describes (he has a great little book on writing and life), “the physical changes that occasionally transpire with women after birth—eczema disappearing, once intractable allergies going away—have a psychological equivalent. The flesh of little children is the cure for self-importance. Everything matters less. Having children does not necessarily make writing harder, but it makes it a lot harder to pretend that writing matters.”It makes it harder for that business trip to matter. Not when your son is struggling in school. It makes it harder for that big exit for your startup to matter…now that pursuing it has made your spouse contemplate an exit from your marriage (and now you're staring down the heartbreak of shared custody). You thought it was all so important. You thought you were so important.Click here to check out the new Hoka Mach 6 and the brand new KIDS Mach 6 shoes!✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com

For authors and aspiring authors! Don't miss this new series of episodes inspired by the book “On Writing and Failure” by Stephen Marche. In this part-two episode, Amy shares candid thoughts on handling criticism, finding positivity in creative pursuits, and embracing the challenges of the writing journey.   Drawing from her own experiences as a best-selling author and mental health advocate. She delves into the nuances of communication through words and the intricacies of conveying messages, inviting listeners to reflect on the notion of failure in writing and offering a fresh perspective on success.    With her signature mix of anecdotes, quotes, and personal reflections, Amy encourages writers to stay true to their voices and embraces the diverse interpretations of readers, reminding us of the human connection at the heart of storytelling.    A must-listen to episode to be inspired and empowered as you embark on your journey as an author.  Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy's Books: https://amzn.to/3ys8nuv Amy's Website: http://amylizharrison.com/ Follow Amy on Social:  instagram.com/amylizharrison Writing and Failure by Stephen Marche: https://amzn.to/4bN05Qy   Hashtags For This Episode: WritingJourney, FailureAndSuccess, CreativeProcess, Resilience, Authenticity, PositiveCriticism, SelfDiscovery, WritingCommunity, PodcastRecommendation   #WritingJourney #FailureAndSuccess #CreativeProcess #Resilience #Authenticity #PositiveCriticism #SelfDiscovery #WritingCommunity #PodcastRecommendation  

Let's skip two years of horse race punditry and commentary. It's over already. Barring some unforeseeable act of God, Pierre Poilievre is not just going to win, he is going to stomp to victory. The Liberals will likely be rebuilding from close to scratch and this country might be looking at a good long period of right wing rule. What does that look like? What does it mean for housing, crime, and the media landscape?Today on the show, Jesse speaks with prominent journalists, Jen Gerson, Paul Wells, and Stephen Marche to find out more.Host: Jesse Brown Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator), Karyn Pugliese (Editor-in-Chief)Further reading: Conservatives open up a 19-point lead over the Liberals — Abacus DataJen Gerson's Substack — The LinePaul Well's SubstackStephen Marche's websiteSponsors: Squarespace, Douglas, CFUV, Better HelpIf you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For authors and aspiring authors! Don't miss this new series of episodes inspired by the book “On Writing and Failure” by Stephen Marche. In this part-one  episode, Amy shares her insights on writing, failure, and the intricate dance between author and reader.    Drawing from her own experiences as a best-selling author and mental health advocate. She delves into the nuances of communication through words and the intricacies of conveying messages, inviting listeners to reflect on the notion of failure in writing and offering a fresh perspective on success.    With her signature mix of anecdotes, quotes, and personal reflections, Amy encourages writers to stay true to their voices and embraces the diverse interpretations of readers, reminding us of the human connection at the heart of storytelling.    A must-listen to episode to be inspired and empowered as you embark on your journey as an author.  Hosted by Amy Liz Harrison Buy Amy's Books: https://amzn.to/3ys8nuv Amy's Website: http://amylizharrison.com/ Follow Amy on Social:  instagram.com/amylizharrison Writing and Failure by Stephen Marche: https://amzn.to/4bN05Qy   Hashtags For This Episode: EternallyAmy, WritingJourney, FailureInWriting, AuthorInsights, CreativeFreedom, IndividualPerspectives, RedefiningFailure, EmpowermentThroughWords   #EternallyAmy #WritingJourney #FailureInWriting #AuthorInsights #CreativeFreedom #IndividualPerspectives #RedefiningFailure #EmpowermentThroughWords  

There's even an expression (one we've rebutted before) about how a stroller in the hall is the enemy of great art. Parenting comes with so many obligations, so many stresses—it is so all-consuming, it can't help but be a distraction. But the writer Stephen Marche (who has an amazing little book on writing), once explained that “Being a writer and being a parent, I have found, are in conflict but not for the reasons most believe—the loss of time, the sleeplessness, the responsibility for another life, the fixedness in place, the need to make money to support them. Having children, like losing your virginity, changes the nature of meaning.”You have seen something, finally gotten something that people tried to tell you but you just couldn't understand. Happiness is not in achievement, it's not in stuff, it's in people—specifically, it's with these people. It's in the stillness. The presence is the present, the gift that never gets old. And once you get this, you can still succeed and achieve, to be sure, but you can never go back to how you were before.✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com

This encore episode is the second part of my early exploration of AI in education. Here is the description of this episode from January, 2023: If you haven't yet listened to the first in this AI in Education series, episode 89, you might want to do that first. It's not essential but it does give some background that feeds this episode's discussion. In that episode, I mention some excellent essays by super prolific author and culture writer Stephen Marche. And now Stephen is my special guest on the show today. He is a font of information and a lot of fun to talk with. Among many other aspects, we discussed some great things we can do with AI in our lessons, along with other potential benefits. Additionally, we addressed how AI will affect homework, tests, and essays in many subjects. We also get into the scary potential for increasing inequity in the education system. And I asked a really important question on many educators' minds – Can AI write lesson plans for us? Speaking of AI writing things for us, I decided to see what would happen when I asked ChatGPT to write my fauxmercial. And I really did give it the first and second prompt that were described in today's fauxmercial, and those really were the responses it gave me. The rest of it I wrote and performed along with Yossie Frankel as the announcer, Tuvia Frankel as the first AI response and Robin Glickstein as the second AI response. After sort of co-writing with ChatGPT, I was really happy to co-write The 5-Minute Game Show with an actual person – Eve Hirschman. It was a lot more fun. Spoiler: Stephen aced his game show. I believe that educators everywhere should be hearing what Stephen has to say, so please share this episode with every educator you know. @stephenmarche on the platform formerly known as Twitter Find Stephen's essays, novels, non-fiction books, appearances and more at www.stephenmarche.com  

In this episode of Passing Judgment, Jessica Levinson dives into a thought-provoking discussion with guest, novelist and essayist, Stephen Marche. Together, they dissect the corrosive impact of money in American politics, the flaws in the electoral college system, and the urgent need for profound electoral reforms.Here are 3 key takeaways from the episode:1️⃣ Money in Politics: The conversation delves into the damaging effects of unlimited corporate spending in elections, the influence of dark money mechanisms, and how fundraising can shape politicians' priorities and actions.2️⃣ Flaws in the Electoral College System: We discuss the significant flaws in the electoral college system and express concern about its potential collapse, leading to an illegitimate government. 3️⃣ Necessity for Electoral Reforms: From the limitation of campaign spending and donations to open primaries, it's clear that significant changes are needed to address corruption, ensure the legitimacy of the political system, and empower a more representative democracy.Follow Our Guest:On X formerly known as Twitter: @StephenMarche Follow Our Host:On X formerly known as Twitter: @LevinsonJessica

This episode was orginally recorded in November of 2022, just as we were hearing about ChatGPT and AI in education. Many of us were wondering what will happen to the way we teach and the way students learn. This is the first part of my exploration about AI in Education. My views on it, my concerns, my hopes have all changed many times over the last year and 1/2. It's interesting to go back and see how far we've come. Here is my original description of the episode: There has been an explosion of handwringing among educators and academics, and cheers from students about the strides and easy accessibility of Artificial Intelligence that will probably change the entire nature of how we educate. What can we expect? How do we adapt?  Can anything good come out of this? This is just the first in a series of examinations of this incredibly important topic that will certainly affect every aspect of education at least from middle school through higher education. On this episode it's just me and AI. We even had fun playing The 5-Minute Game Show! Well, at least I did. I can't speak for my friendly AI. I want to especially thank Tuvia Frankel for clueing me in to the importance of dealing with this issue right away, and for writing the fauxmercial! Resources and Links: Various great essays on AI by Stephen Marche in The Atlantic The End of High-School English by Daniel Herman in The Atlantic The Brilliance and Weirdness of ChatGPT by Kevin Roose in The New York Times

Join our three podcasters: Kim Conklin, Sarah Jarvis, and Irene Moore Davis for a fond look at some of the titles that caught our attention in 2023.  It's not an exhaustive list as we loved all our interviews and you can find them all in our episodes. Here are links to the ones we mentioned here:The Middle Daughter  Chika Unigwehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/12557891G.A. Grisenthwaite's Tales for Late Night Bonfireshttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/13410063Psych Murders with Stephanie Heithttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/12415544https://stephanie-heit.com/books-psych-murders/Black Scientist, Black Activist, Black Icon by Howard McCurdy. Edited by George Elliott Clarke https://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/13453444 The African Samurai by Craig Shrevehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/13445022Raising Bean by W.S. Pennhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/11908024Ordinary Wonder Tales with Emily Urquharthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/12838402Tend by Kate Hargreaves https://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/12514105 Stephen Marche's On Writing and Failure https://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/12867483 Arboreality by Rebecca Campbellhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/327233/12962533

The Breakdown is live w/ guest Stephen MarcheJoin hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson as they sit down with Stephen Marche, a journalist and author of the book "The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future". Marche breaks down the consequences of 1/6 and the attack's implications for the future of America. Democracy vs. autocracy, Trump's disinformation machine, the 1/6 committee, domestic terrorism – it's all discussed on this brand new episode of The Breakdown. Watch now and follow Stephen Marche and The Lincoln Project on social media below!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEStephen Marche's new book "The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future" – https://amzn.to/32jAvnG FOLLOW Stephen Marche TWITTER: @StephenMarcheFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7zr4L

A few weeks ago, Jacob Goldstein sat down with a writer and a composer on a stage in Chicago to talk about artificial intelligence. The conversation, which was part of the Chicago Humanities Festival, aimed to answer a big question: will AI kill creativity? The writer, Stephen Marche, is the author of several nonfiction books and novels. Earlier this year he tried something new: he used AI to help him write a novel called Death of an Author. (That book was published in audio form by Pushkin Industries.) The composer, Lucas Cantor, has won two Emmys for his work scoring the Olympics for NBC and co-produced a Lorde song that was in one of the Hunger Games movies. And he used AI to help him write an end to Schubert's unfinished symphony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former presidential candidate and founder of the Forward Party, Andrew Yang and author and essayist Stephen Marche join Open Book this week to discuss their brand-new political thriller The Last Election. The Last Election is set on the campaign trail of the 2024 presidential race, it is as much as wake-up call as it is fiction. If no candidate can amass the 270 electoral college vote majority, who wins? Could we then see a corrupt seizure of power? And what will become of American democracy as we know it? Andrew and Stephen answer all of this and more…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

At this point, you've probably heard so much about ChatGPT and language model AI, but can it actually write a book? How is an AI-written novel really created? Amid all the craze and myths of the recent "AI boom", we chat with Stephen Marche, a novelist who created a 95%-AI-generated novel, Death of an Author, to really understand the capabilities and limits of language model AI / linguistic AI, and how we should treat this tool. Stephen Marche is a nvelist and essayist. He has written features and essays for The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Atlantic and many others. He has collaborated with artificial intelligence on the first AI-generated novel reviewed in The New York Times, Death of an Author.

Andrew Yang and Stephen Marche have co-authored a new novel which is out today, The Last Election. In it, we follow a character not unlike Yang himself—a maverick political outsider whose slogan is, "Do the Math." But in this alternative reality, the candidate's appeal injects uncertainty into a system which devolves into a state of chaos and violence. Also on the show, why the Pennsylvania prison escapee is playing like less of a captivating adventure than past prison break-out stories. Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Subscribe to The Gist Subscribe: https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ Follow Mikes Substack at: Pesca Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew welcomes his co-author Stephen Marche to the podcast to discuss their new groundbreaking new political thriller, The Last Election. Stephen and Andrew talk about why they wrote a novel, predicting the future, AI replacing writers, and more. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bYC31Ge86CA The Last Election - https://akashicbooks.com/catalog/last-election Follow Stephen Marche - https://stephenmarche.com | https://twitter.com/StephenMarche Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On why one would write a book on writing and failure; on the craziness of Rob Ford, former Toronto mayor; on why essays are so important in modern storytelling.

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In the first of our seasonal round-ups, we look back at Stephen Marche on the agonies of the writing life; and Nat Segnit dives into Adam Gopnik's survey of mastery.'On writing and failure: Or, the peculiar perseverance required toendure the life of a writer', by Stephen Marche'The real work: On the mystery of mastery', by Adam GopnikProduced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lance Eaton + Stead Fast have a dialog about their perspectives on artificial intelligence on episode 472 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode Over time we feel like we are settled as educators and then it's like nope, just kidding. -Lance Eaton Resources The College Essay is Dead, by Stephen Marche for The Atlantic New York City Public Schools Drop Ban on AI Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) HAL 9000 in the movie A Space Odyssey Inciting Joy, by Ross Gay The Alignment Problem, by Brian Christian Professor Flunks All His Students After ChatGPT Falsely Claims It Wrote Their Papers

Are you ready to dive in to the work of the prolific and inventive fantasy writer Neil Gaiman? On this week's episode, the longtime Gaiman fan J.D. Biersdorfer, an editor at the Book Review, talks with the host Gilbert Cruz about Gaiman's work, which she recently wrote about for our continuing “Essentials” series.Also this week, Cruz talks with the Times critic Dwight Garner about “The Death of the Author,” a murder mystery that the novelist Stephen Marche wrote with the assistance of ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence programs. Is A.I. in fact a harbinger of doom for creative writers?Here are the books discussed in this week's episode:“American Gods,” by Neil Gaiman“Good Omens,” by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett“Stardust,” by Neil Gaiman“Coraline,” by Neil Gaiman“The Ocean at the End of the Lane,” by Neil Gaiman“The Sandman,” by Neil Gaiman“The Hyphenated Family,” by Hermann Hagedorn“Monsters,” by Claire Dederer“The Death of the Novel,” by Aidan MarchineWe would love to hear your thoughts about this episode, and about the Book Review's podcast in general. You can send them to books@nytimes.com.

AI tools can generate words, but the human intention behind it, as well as the skill of the author, drives the machine. Stephen Marche talks about the creative process behind Death of an Author, 95% written by AI, out now from Pushkin Industries. Today's show is sponsored by my wonderful patrons who fund my brain […] The post Intentionality, Beauty, and Authorship. Co-Writing With AI With Stephen Marche first appeared on The Creative Penn.

Stephen Marche is the author of Death Of An Author along with an entity known as "Aidan Marchine," which is a pseudonym for a suite of AI services. The novella works, as does the author, with the computer in a close collaboration. Plus, an analysis of all that went wrong in a CNN Town Hall meeting featuring Donald Trump. And the toll of decades worth of shootings in Chicago. Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Subscribe to The Gist Subscribe: https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ Follow Mikes Substack at: Pesca Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Marche is the author of six books, has been a columnist at Esquire, has taught Shakespeare at the college level and has contributed to The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The New York Times, and many other publications. By any reasonable measure, his career is an unmitigated success. But seen through a different lens (for instance his own) it can also look a lot like failure. That's true of just about every writer who ever lived and Stephen grapples with this dichotomy in new book, On Writing And Failure, which is both a literary history and a reverse pep talk for aspiring artists. In this conversation, Stephen talks about how writers from James Baldwin to James Joyce to Li Bai (and many, many others) built legacies on the sands of constant rejection. He also shares stories of his own failures and offers some thoughts about how the contours of failure and rejection have changed in the new independent creator economy. For paying Substack subscribers, Stephen stays overtime to talk about failure outside of the literary arena, including the perils of marriage and childrearing. Meghan shares her story about getting rejected from a dream job because of a typo in her resumé and Stephen remembers what it was like when his first book, a novel, received a positive New York Times review from none other than . . . Meghan!   Guest Bio: Stephen Marche is a novelist and essayist. He is the author of half a dozen books, including The Next Civil War, The Unmade Bed: The Messy Truth About Men and Women in the Twenty-First Century (2016) and The Hunger of the Wolf (2015). He has written opinion pieces and essays for The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Atlantic, Esquire, The Walrus and many others. He is the host of the hit audio series How Not to F*ck Up Your Kids Too Bad, and its sequel How Not to F*ck Up Your Marriage Too Bad on Audible. His latest book is On Writing and Failure: Or, On the Peculiar Perseverance Required to Endure the Life of a Writer (Field Notes).

In the last 30 years, Ruth E. Carter has produced some of the most iconic looks in the Black film canon and beyond. She won an Academy Award for Black Panther and is now nominated for Wakanda Forever. She spoke with Tonya Mosley about these projects as well as her decades-long collaboration with Spike Lee. Also, Maureen Corrigan reviews On Writing and Failure by Stephen Marche.

Large language models are coming for your jobs. Futurist and writer Stephen Marche has been using generative AI models since 2017 — and he joins Andrew to discuss what ChatGPT means for professors, call center workers, politicians, and even Google's core search business.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0CGaxRZsw_o Follow Stephen Marche: https://stephenmarche.com | https://twitter.com/StephenMarche Follow Andrew Yang: https://twitter.com/andrewyang | https://forwardparty.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Interviews iconic actor Ron Perlman. They talk politics, some of his legendary roles and Ron's latest movie "The Last Victim". Next John talks with Canadian writer, novelist, essayist, and cultural commentator Stephen Marche about the political divide in America, the design behind how January 6th played out, and the release of his latest book "The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.