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The LIT Life

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A podcast about books by KHS librarians, students and staff where we chat 🔥 LIT YA lit!

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Episodes

  1. “Margin Notes” by Yaquelin and Jasmin

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Yaquelin and Jasmin present their views on The Odyssey by Homer.

  2. “C’s Book Shelf” by Charlise

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Charlise takes a deep dive into Beloved by Toni Morrison.

  3. “The Quiet Redemption of Mister in The Color Purple” by Hayden

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Hayden takes a close look at the character of Mister in The Color Purple by Alice Walker.

  4. “Beauty in Color” by Karma

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Karma discusses how The Color Purple by Alice Walker compares with The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison.

  5. “Lit Flicks: Shadows Need Light” by Korban

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Korban presents his arguments on Lord of the Flies by William Golding.

  6. “The Color Purple Overview” by Braylee

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Braylee takes a deep dive into The Color Purple by Alice Walker.

  7. “Beyond the Color” by Maycee and Alana

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Maycee and Alana present their contrasting interpretations of The Color Purple by Alice Walker.

  8. “Quick to Corruption” by Benjamin

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Benjamin presents his viewpoint on Animal Farm by George Orwell.

  9. “The Huck Finn Files: Race, Language and Legacy” by Natalie

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Natalie examines complex issues in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain.

  10. “The Invisible Man Is Purple” by Carrington

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Carrington compares The Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison to The Color Purple by Alice Walker.

  11. “The Similarities and Differences of Two Great Novels” by Shalyia

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Shalyia compares two great novels of American literature: The Great Gatsby and To Kill a Mockingbird.

  12. “The Island’s Echoes” by Kelechi

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Kelechi ponders whether the adults would have descended in the same manner as their children if they had been the ones abandoned in Lord of the Flies.

  13. “Fate of the Obscure” by Noe and Moon

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Noe and Moon explore the infamous Jude from Jude the Obscure.

  14. “Shame, Strength, and Speaking Up: The Scarlet Letter Meets The Color Purple” by Logan and Garrison

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Logan and Garrison explore themes of shame and strength as well as the power of speaking up in The Scarlet Letter and The Color Purple.

  15. “A Thousand Splendid Suns: Character Analysis of Mariam” by Khadijatou

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Khadijatou conducts a character analysis of Mariam from A Thousand Splendid Suns.

  16. “Oppression vs. Empowerment” by Zoe

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Zoe explores oppression versus empowerment in the presence of community through the novels The Bluest Eye and The Color Purple.

  17. “Understanding Julie Otsuka’s Work: When the Emperor Was Divine” by Daniel

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Daniel takes a closer look at When the Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka.

  18. “Chains, Letters, and Ghosts” by Kaniyah

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Kaniyah examines Beloved by Toni Morrison and The Color Purple by Alice Walker.

  19. “What Goes Around Comes Back Around” by Leslie and Andrea

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Leslie and Andrea look at the perspective-changing novels The Scarlet Letter and Animal Farm.

  20. “The True Antagonist of the Picture of Dorian Gray” by Ken

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Ken presents his views on the true antagonist in The Picture of Dorian Gray.

  21. “Unmasking Truths: Arguing Morality and Freedom in Huckleberry Finn” by Kerstena

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Kerstena takes a hard look at morality in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  22. “Equality Echo: Tackling Oppression Head-On” by Tadrion

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Tadrion examines the White Savior Complex in To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  23. “On Aar” by Aaron

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Aaron examines the role of the narrator in The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link…

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  24. “SPOTLIGHT!” by Sade and Jennifer

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Sade and Jennifer share an interview with Frankenstein. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License:...

  25. “Twisted Insight: Odysseus’s Stance” by Nonde

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Nonde interviews Odysseus from The Odyssey. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License:...

  26. “Drifting from Stereotypes” by Dennis

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Dennis takes a close look at The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  27. “Bears and Books” by Allie and Carmen

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Allie and Carmen present their views on Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  28. “To’nia Talks Titles” by To’nia

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, To’nia examines The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison and The Color Purple by Alice Walker. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  29. “The Mak Chat : Metamorphosis: Love and Death” by Makayla S.

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Makayla talks love and tragedy in They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link…

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  30. “The Handmaid's Tale and Brave New World: Societies Stricken By Dystopia” by Ava

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Ava examines elements of dystopian societies in The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  31. “Pages and Perspectives: Revealing Justice in Literary Works” by Bria

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Bria examines justice in The Man Who Lived Underground by Richard Wright and To Kill a Mockingbird. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  32. “The Shawty Discussions: The Oppression of Black Women in Literature” by Rachael and McKenize

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Rachael and McKenzie compare Alice Walker’s The Color Purple with The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  33. “Invisible Man vs. The Color Purple: Comparing Two Invisible Characters” by Boubacar

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Boubacar casts a critical eye on Invisible Man and The Color Purple by comparing the two texts. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  34. “Sofia's Interlude” by Joshua

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Joshua interviews Sofia from The Color Purple by Alice Walker. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License:...

  35. “Literary Duel: Scout's Honor vs. Pip's Ambitions” by Madison U.

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Madison takes a close look at To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  36. “Opinionated Reading: The Antagonist” by Colin

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Colin analyzes 1984 by George Orwell. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License:...

  37. “The Alchemist: Its Underwhelming Ending” by Tania

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Tania shares her disappointment with certain aspects of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  38. “Mary Rambo, His Holy Grail” by Jalisah

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Jalisah takes a deep dive into Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License:...

  39. “A Cursed Gift” by Jacob K.

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Jacob shares his thoughts on Harry Potter and Sorcerer’s Stone (or Philosopher’s Stone) By J.K. Rowling. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  40. “Science and Reality: The Fiction of A New World and A New House” by Charles

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Charles shares his thoughts on A Brave New World by Aldous Huxley and The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  41. “Madison's Inner Monologue” by Madison B.

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Madison takes some time to compare The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison with The Color Purple by Alice Walker. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  42. “The True Villain in Lord of the Flies” by Yaoley

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Yaoley shares some thoughts on who might truly be the villain in Lord of the Flies by William Golding. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  43. “Staying Woke on Self-Awareness” by Zorah

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Zorah compares Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston with The Awakening by Kate Chopin. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  44. “Novel Discussions” by Yadhira

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Yadhira gives her take on The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh License:...

  45. “Literary Rants” by Felix

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Felix talks about the function of the main character in making Lolita unique. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  46. “An Eternal Healing; A Vivid Journey” by Zakiyah

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Zakiyah shares insight into The Healer's Apprentice by Melanie Dickerson. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh...

  47. “Toni Morrison's Beloved: Ghosts of America's Past” by Ryan

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Ryan takes issue with some of the more otherworldly aspects of Toni Morrison’s Beloved. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  48. “Match and Lighter Podcast” by Maria

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Maria lodges some complaints and ignites some new perspectives on “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  49. “Lit Geek: The True Climax of Lord of the Flies” by Jayla

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Jayla takes issue with some of the more unbelievable aspects of “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link:...

  50. “Exposing the White Savior Complex in Literature” by Miyahnwi

    Students in Mr. Dawson's AP Literature class discuss literary elements using a text(s) of their choosing. In this installment, Miyahnwi presents her strong argument on the white savior complex. Music "Nuh Na Nuh" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6429-nuh-na-nuh…

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