Literati with Colin O’Brien and Michael Wolf
by Forever Dog
Literati is a comedy podcast about the greatest American novels never written. For all those times you feel like reading but can’t because you don’t know how or it’s too boring. Every episode features a reading by a literary giant or at least a pretty tall contributor to a zine. Join hosts Colin O’Brien and Michael Wolf as they ask such important questions as “If Shakespeare was so smart then how come he’s dead?” Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.
Episodes
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The Final Chapter
Colin & Michael close the book of Literati and take the listeners through all the incredible things they'll be missing out on, now that the show is no more. They requested that we include the following message in the episode description, as a thank you to all the loyal Literati-heads who have...
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Officer Mike Costanazo (w/ Alexis Pereira)
Colin takes a test to prove that he's intellectually fit to host a podcast about literature. Later, Officer Mike Costanazo (Alexis Pereira), a member of the NYPD Fare Evasion Task Force, reads from his new book, The Real Joker - coming out January 2022. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple...
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Hank Nohairio (w/ Woody Fu)
Colin & Michael learn from the greats and break down some easy-to-understand writing advice from Charles Bukowski! Later, they invite Hank Nohairio (Woody Fu) onto the program to read selections from his wildly successful "John Baldman" series. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts,...
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Hans Tzing (w/ Michael Cruz Kayne)
Michael tells Colin some tragic news about his personal health. Later, they invite avant-garde theater director, Hans Tzing (Michael Cruz Kayne), onto the program to read from his new children's joke book. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get...
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Literati's Live Writer's Workshop Pt. 2
Part Two of Literati Live from New York Comedy Festival! Michael & Colin conduct their live writer's workshop, featuring: Josh Sharp, Sydnee Washington, John Reynolds (panelists) & Ziwe Fumudoh, Becky Chicoine, Natasha Vaynblatt, Mark Vigeant. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts…
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Literati's Live Writer's Workshop Pt. 1
Live from New York Comedy Festival! Michael & Colin conduct their live writer's workshop, featuring: Josh Sharp, Sydnee Washington, John Reynolds (panelists) & Ziwe Fumudoh, Becky Chicoine, Natasha Vaynblatt, Mark Vigeant. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or...
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RE-RELEASE: "Yennis & Pista St. Oberon" (w/ Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang)
Revisit this classic installment of Literati, with special guests Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang, hosts of Las Cultursitas! In the fifth installment of Literati, Colin OBrien and Michael Wolf discuss how to build a book with letters as well as write a memoir without making enemies. Later, they invite...
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Sam Taggart (w/ Sam Taggart)
Michael shares some incredible life news with Colin! Later, comedian Sam Taggart joins the program to read from his debut novel, "The Dance of New York." —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a Forever Dog Podcast...
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Kneel Gayman (w/ Katie Hartman)
Colin & Michael flaunt their impeccable credentials before inviting the incomparable Kneel Gayman (Katie Hartman) onto the show to read from his monumental work, America Gods. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a...
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Matt Decaro (w/ Matt Decaro)
Colin & Michael dive into the world of song lyrics and teach listeners why lyrics are actually very similar to poetry. Later, singer/songwriter Matt Decaro comes onto the show and graces Literati listeners with some gorgeous music. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play,...
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Mironda Greycook (w/ Desi Domo)
Colin & Michael are mandated to make books sexy, so they officially turn Literati into a sex & dating podcast! Later, Mironda Greycook (Desi Domo) joins the program to read from her first-ever fiction book, which includes way too much singing. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts…
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Raymond Clayton (w/ Michael Antonucci)
Colin & Michael read excerpts from Sean Penn's horrendous new book. Later, they invite Raymond Clayton (Michael Antonucci) onto the show to read an excerpt from his new sex novel, The Man From The Barn. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get…
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Laura Lee Desiree (w/ Kelley Quinn)
Colin & Michael embrace technology, because they don't want to do their job as writers! Later, YA Fiction author Laura Lee Desiree (Kelley Quinn) joins the program to read from her new YA book, Angels Die Of So Much Love. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or...
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Megan Stalter (w/ Megan Stalter)
Colin & Michael have some serious beef with books. Later, "writer who has done it all" Megan Stalter reads Chapter One of her book, I'm Too Selfish For My Kids. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a Forever Dog...
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Elizabeth Gilbert (w/ Jesse Roth)
Colin & Michael skeet shoot...but use books instead of clay targets! Later, they invite best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert (Jesse Roth) onto the program to read Chapter One of her sequel to Big Magic, Small Dick: Dealing with Life's Shortcomings and Coming Out On Top. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE /…
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Dr. Natasha Vaynblat (w/ Natasha Vaynblat)
Colin & Michael only read the celebrated classics. But today, they've decided to take a break from being snobs and see if there is anything on the best-seller list that piques their interest. Later, Dr. Natasha Vaynblat comes onto the show to give some controversial medical advice and explain why...
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Clarice Dylan & Sandy Mahew (w/ Sarah Burton and Clara Morris)
Colin & Michael give readers some pointers on how to read more! Later, Clarice Dylan & Sandy Mahew (Clara Morris and Sarah Burton) read some erotic bible fan fiction. Want more book related podcast content? Check out Clarice & Sandy's podcast MEAN BOOK CLUB, where they make fun of NYT bestselling...
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Gene Tinkler (w/ James Folta)
Michael is suspicious of Colin's decision to move to Paris and be an ex-pat. Later, they invite fantasy author, Gene Tinkler (James Folta), onto the show to read a series of puzzling excerpts from his latest book. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever...
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Brett Davis (w/ Brett Davis)
Literary geniuses Colin & Michael learn that writing comic books is frickin easy! So they give listeners some brand new, amazing ideas for new comic books. Later, they invite Brett Davis onto the program to read his graduation speech. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play,...
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Calista Levine (w/ Cameron McCall)
For the first time on the podcast, Colin & Michael read a shocking user-submitted story! Later, self-help guru Calista Levine (Cameron McCall) joins them in-studio to read from her new book, Happy Closets, Happy Home. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or...
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Diana Lincoln Gorbin Green O’Connell (w/ Emily Faye)
Colin & Michael share some of their life goals that are sure to make you hungry for making your dreams come true. Later, they invite author Diana Lincoln Gorbin Green OConnell (Emily Faye) onto the program to read from her new book, The Horses Wife. Check out Emilys podcast on Forever Dog, Mall...
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Anthony Table (w/ Tim Mahoney)
Colin & Michael teach new writers the 7 fundamentals of writing (which include famous Rule #1 - use the biggest words possible in you're writing, especially if you want people to know you're smart). Later, they invite celebrated poet, Anthony Table (Tim Mahoney), onto the program to read some…
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Mike Kelton (Former High School Class President)
Colin & Michael teach listeners how to appear way smarter than they actually are. Later, former high school class president Mike Kelton reads a fresh piece of creative fiction titled, "Shiba the Beer." —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get…
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Melissa Cartwright (w/ Natalie Palamides)
Colin & Michael get banned from all Escape Rooms after taking a bunch of limitless pills. Later, they invite author Melissa Cartwright onto the program to read from her fairy tale, "The Little Ma-Ma-Mermaid." —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you...
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Togg Boogle (w/ Karen Chee)
Colin & Michael discover the stunningly bad work of Pappy Pariah, who happens to be Sean Penn. Later, obituary writer Togg Boogle joins the program to read a stunning obituary. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a...
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“Insiders Guide to Hit Podcasting" (w/your hosts)
On this very special solo episode, Colin & Michael give listeners insanely good advice on how to make it in the cutthroat world of literary podcasting. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a Forever Dog Podcast...
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FOOTNOTES: Life Advice For Writers
In the second installment of FOOTNOTES, Colin & Michael enrich the lives of their listeners by providing some essential life advice. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a Forever Dog Podcast...
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Frances Schrave-Masterson (w/ Hallie Haas)
Colin & Michael provide listeners with some much needed life advice. Later, they invite English professor, Frances Schrave-Masterson (Hallie Haas), onto the program to read a story from her new erotica, Put Down the Milton; Pick Up The Men: Tasteful Erotica for the Learned Woman. —— PLEASE...
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Petunia (w/ Fareeha Khan)
Colin & Michael create jingles for some of your favorite books! Later, they invite a college student named Petunia onto the program to read from her book report on Beloved, by Toni Morrison. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts....
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Dr. Stephenson (w/Ikechukwu Ufomadu)
Colin and Michael discuss the dark side of their relationship. Later, Dr. Stephenson (Ikechukwu Ufomadu) joins the program to read from his book, Words and Numbers: An Explanation of Numbers and Words. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get…
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J.D. Schneider (w/ Kady Ruth Ashcraft)
Colin & Michael hit the best-seller charts to see what is trending in the world of books! Later, they invite celebrated poet J.D. Schneider onto the program to read 4 new poems. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is…
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#AVENGERS Nancy Cardigan (w/ Rachel Wenitsky) #GOT
Colin and Michael talk #GameOfThrones, #AvengersEndGame, #RoyalBaby, and #DetectivePikachu. Later, they invite literary recluse, Nancy Cardigan, onto the show to read an excerpt from her book, The Long Road. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you…
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Hewlett J. Packard (w/ Joe Castle Baker)
Colin & Michael talk about their money problems and the new jobs they've had to take on to support their writing career. Later, they invite Hewlett J. Packard (Joe Castle Baker) onto the program to read from his retelling of The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on...
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Cassandra (w/ Rachel Pegram)
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LMNO Jameston (w/ Griffin Newman)
Colin & Michael answer one of the most important questions in the writing world: what does my writing utensil say about me? Later, they invite LMNO Jameston (Griffin Newman) to read selections from his neurotic erotic memoirs. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play…
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Legs O'Russell (w/ Branson Reese)
Colin & Michael provide their brave listeners with a list of excuses to get out of book club. Later, disgraced Cosmo quiz writer, Legs O'Russell (Branson Reese), brings Colin & Michael through one of his finest quizzes. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or...
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Jo Jo Plunker (w/ Chrissy Shackelford)
Colin & Michael, the unselfish hosts of this podcast, teach listeners how to practice writing a novel! Later, they invite author Jo Jo Plunker (Chrissy Shackelford) onto the show to read from her book, Wake Me Up Before You Jo Jo. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play,...
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Mark Vigeant (Code Lord)
Everybody knows that a writer should spend just as much time on the "about the author" page as they do on the novel itself. So Colin & Michael teach listeners why the "about the author" page is so important and in process, expose a few unknown facts about themselves. Later, Code Lord Mark…
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Nancy Garlic (w/ Eva Victor)
On this week's perfect episode of Literati, Colin & Michael praise some "lesser known classics" from some of their favorite writers. Later, Nancy Garlic (Eva Victor) reads excerpts from "the book that man is reading on the subway." —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play,...
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Amy Tang (w/ Alex Song)
Colin & Michael talk about all the amazing book genres that exist and why, if you're a writer, you should aspire to writing exclusively classics. Later, they invite childrens book author and scholar of white culture, Amy Tang (Alex Song), onto the program to read an excerpt from her book…
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L.C. Jackson (w/ Clare O'Kane)
Colin & Michael teach the most important writing lesson there is...when to quit. Later, they invite L.C. Jackson onto the program, to read an excerpt from her latest book, The Jilted Lover. —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts....
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Rachel Ferera (w/ Larry Owens)
You don't need to make money to be an artist. On this episode of Literati, Colin & Michael celebrate l'art pour l'art (art for art's sake). Right after, they CHECK THE CHARTS, to see which authors are climbing & diving on the top sellers charts. Later, Rachel Ferera, the Granny of Black…
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FOOTNOTES: When to Burn A Book?
Colin & Michael snuck into the Forever Dog studios to record the first of a very special bonus episode series called, "Footnotes". And on today's first ever Footnotes, they discuss even MORE reasons to burn books! —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever...
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Splinters McPherson (w/ Lucas Gardner)
Colin & Michael answer the question most frequently asked by aspiring writers: when is it okay to burn a book? Later, they invite author and punk rock legend, Splinters McPherson, onto the program to read an excerpt from his latest book about his life in the NYC punk underground scene, Blood on…
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Aunt Beth (w/ Becky Chicoine)
Colin & Michael have some bad news. Today, they have to talk about poetry. They know it sucks, but theyre required to talk about it by the Department of Literary Podcasting. Later, they invite Aunt Beth onto the program to read from her newly published work, My Summer on the Island. —— PLEASE...
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Dr. Isaiah Padge (w/ Aaron Jackson)
Colin & Michael understand the importance of grabbing the reader's attention fast. So on this week's installment of Literati, your hosts teach listeners how to write the perfect opening sentence by demonstrating how NOT to write the perfect opening sentence. Later, they invite genius writer, Dr....
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Asita Mangal (w/ Priya Patel)
Colin's brain is eating itself, Michael is chronically sleep deprived from hosting over 40 other podcasts, but your Literati hosts still have the mental capacity to deliver an important lecture on the benefits of plagiarism. Later, they invite author Asita Mangal (Priya Patel) onto the program to...
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Clint Dimples (w/ Josh Sharp)
In their first episode back after a two-year hiatus, Colin & Michael re-introduce themselves to their devoted Literati listeners and explain why this podcast is important now more than ever. Later, they invite young novelist, self-proclaimed genius, and recent NYU dropout, Clint Dimples (Josh...
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Season Two Teaser
A new chapter of Literati begins on Monday, February 4th. Enjoy this sneak peak of the Season Two premiere, featuring special guest author, Clint Dimples (Josh Sharp). —— PLEASE SUBSCRIBE / RATE US on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. LITERATI is a Forever...
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LITERATI RETURNS 2/4!! RE-RELEASE #3: MICOLE BERGEN with Catherine Cohen
Did you hear? After a brief 2-year hiatus, your favorite niche literary comedy podcast LITERATI is returning to the podcast world on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH with brand new episodes!!In anticipation of this monumental comeback, your hosts Colin & Michael have decided to re-release their favorite...
About this show
Literati is a comedy podcast about the greatest American novels never written. For all those times you feel like reading but can’t because you don’t know how or it’s too boring. Every episode features a reading by a literary giant or at least a pretty tall contributor to a zine. Join hosts Colin O’Brien and Michael Wolf as they ask such important questions as “If Shakespeare was so smart then how come he’s dead?” Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.
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