EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 1H 22M
112. Goodbye Without Leaving by Laurie Colwin
from Literature & Libations · host Taylor Made
In this week’s episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Laurie Colwin’s 1990 novel Goodbye Without Leaving. Topics include Laurie Colwin’s style, Geri’s compassion for black music and awareness of black/white relationships in her current time, domestic apprehension, Geri’s quest for identity and belonging, and European immigrants and American identity. Plus, we sing the praises of the Combo Caddy.This week’s drink: the Geri (a Taylor Made creation)INGREDIENTS 1 ½ oz bourbon¾ oz Applejack2 tsp maple syrup1 TB lemon juiceDashes of Angostura and cardamom bittersINSTRUCTIONS:Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice and shake until chilledStrain into a glass with a single large ice cube or sphereCurrent/recommended reads, links, etc.:The Song of Achilles by Madeline MillerThe Everlasting by Alix E. HarlowAll Her Fault (TV show)20 Feet from Stardom (documentary)Follow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.You can email us at [email protected] leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we read Sisters in Yellow by Meiko Kawakami
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In this week’s episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Laurie Colwin’s 1990 novel Goodbye Without Leaving. Topics include Laurie Colwin’s style, Geri’s compassion for black music and awareness of black/white relationships in her current time, domestic apprehension, Geri’s quest for identity and belonging, and European immigrants and American identity. Plus, we sing the praises of the Combo Caddy. This week’s drink: the Geri (a Taylor Made creation) INGREDIENTS 1 ½ oz bourbon¾ oz Applejack2 ...
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