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“These are the lectures I wish I had taken in college. Benjamin is an excellent instructor and guide!”
bettybanjo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/24
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“Great podcast . Always interesting👍”
Harry Harbord Morant via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/20/24
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“I love the topics covered, as well as the depth and flow of the episodes.
My single critique is on the performance/delivery of the material. The host has a pleasant voice but I think I would appreciate the episodes more of the cadence were slowed down a bit, and some pauses introduced. I...”Read full review »
Anonymous24233125 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/24
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“Hardcore Literature makes me glad to be alive. Benjamin is a most congenial companion. His insights on Tess of the D’Urbervilles contains tales and insights I had not considered. I NEED King Lear and Shakespeare, and I yearn for more insight into Blood Meridian and Middlemarch (which I love...”Read full review »
ehaning via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/24
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“… I can no longer concentrate to read for any kind of solace whatsoever. It’s so depressing I need to feel safe to have the Leisure to read. I do not feel safe.”
RottiWeiller via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/24
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“Just discovered your podcast and enjoyed the first episode. With your gifts and love of language why do you demean yourself, your content and your listeners by swearing? It’s embarrassing. Not sure I will listen to many more unless you grow up and drop the f-word. Shame the takeaway from this...”Read full review »
Weekend Sailor via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/09/24
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“I really loved it! I highly recommend it!”
Flv123 via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
09/09/24
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“For me, this podcast is the best thing on the internet!”
Nepalireader via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
08/26/24
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“Ultimately, I would like to read all these books. I never seem to dissect the meat of the book like this guy. Thanks.”
Funcooker62 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/24
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“I hate that I just stumbled upon this recently and would have dearly appreciated it during Covid. This podcast is really about wisdom- how to get it and where (yes allusion to Bloom as well😊). Love this podcast”
Kris1900000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/24
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“Call me Ishmael. For if there is a damp drizzly November of my heart, hardcore literature is the sea.
I originally discovered Benjamin’s YouTube channel and his videos are amazing. I have enjoyed so many of them. His podcast has a contagious passion for great literature, and is an absolute...”Read full review »
georbeudhx via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/08/24
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“Great insights and discussion that make me want to read more literature than ever before”
gabrielw6706 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/24
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“Ben covers a lot of the books I feel intimidated to read on their own but I’ve learned to use this podcast as a way to introduce myself to their concepts”
Adacas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/24
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“I’ve just discovered the wonderful Hardcore Lierature. I’ve spent a delightful time listening to Ben on King Lear and I can’t wait to explore so many more great works. This is so much the kind of audio I want to listen to. Thanks Benjamin for putting it together”
Bond-eye via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/07/24
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“I came across your content first in regards to your episode on the novel The Brothers Karamazov. Excellent work”
maxpatriot1776 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/24
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“Wow, about one month ago I found myself writing my personal statement to send off to uni for when I apply for English Literature, and beyond read, thinking, investigating their is only so much I can say I do with a book, and the truth is I’m 16 and a normal person I’m trying my hardest but I...”Read full review »
Angelica 2007 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/21/24
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“Thank you for the languid brush strokes of perspective and reflection. Excited to listen more.”
Cheekeburger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/24
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“So glad to have found this incredible resource. I can’t wait to dive into more content!”
Sweet dreams everyone! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/24
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“Benjamin single handedly got me hooked on classic literature.”
bfghiuttfvhjutrd via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/13/24
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“I’m so happy to have found this. Perfect for lovers of literature, definitely one of the best podcasts out there.
Thank you for your work!”
Meryan23 via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
05/04/24
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“Wonderful show that does deep dives. Have been looking for a podcast like this for a long time and finally found it. Thank you for putting so much time and effort into a high quality show. Book club is fantastic as well. Thank you!”
nack234567890 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/24
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“I found this podcast while looking for something to help me prepare for seeing a production of Macbeth, and I couldn’t be more pleased. It profoundly deepened my appreciation of the play and has excited me to explore Shakespeare and other great literature more deeply. Mr. McEvoy’s delivery is...”Read full review »
SCWSWDC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/24
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“I have two degrees in literature and I have learned more from Ben than all my years at uni. This is the podcast for serious students of literature. Ben analyzes books down to the atom! Best podcast out there! Also check out his YouTube channel and Patreon group! Thanks for all the hard work, Ben!”
MJZander via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“The spiritual descendant of Harold Bloom, Ben’s is the only serious literary podcast I have found. Some others are just OK but none compare to this one.”
hereinbama35 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/24
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“This is an amazing podcast from a brilliant mind. The eclectic nature of the knowledge and ideas presented from the framework of classic literature is fascinating and always practical. The depth of thought within each episode is impressive and pragmatic. While I don’t always agree, I am always...”Read full review »
Geek Philosopher via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“Benjamin combines his personal reading of literature, with the commentary of experts, and practical prompts for listeners to reflect and form their own relationship with the work.
The latest podcast, the Tragedy of Hamlet, is, in my opinion, the very best yet, and a great place to start if you...”Read full review »
Nicole Levey via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/11/24
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“Hi, I’m really enjoying your podcast. I find it very intelligently and thoughtfully put together. I wanted to offer a suggestion, an episode on name of the rose (if you’ve read it of course and wish to make an episode). I haven’t read it (it’s been sitting there for years) but I’d find your...”Read full review »
Renata in Melbourne via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/24/24
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“Benjamin is the one of the greatest guys I’ve found to discuss not only literature but life in general. Would be lost without these and his fantastic YouTube channel!”
John McCullagh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/20/24
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“Thank you so much for this podcast!”
BelleStrange via Apple Podcasts ·
Romania ·
02/18/24
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“Thank you Ben- you are such a gift! I am enjoying this podcast so much. I love the synoptic consumption of literature, goals, history and personal growth. Just finished Richard III and am enjoying my revisit to Shakespeare with you as my guide! So many great works and so little time.”
hoosthatgirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/24
“I just finished listening intently to episode 47. It’s one of many eye-opening podcasts from Hardcore Literature, but this one really hit home on a personal level. The amazement in this podcast includes the passion mixed with intelligence in which Ben conveys his thoughts. He backs these thoughts...”Read full review »
J. B 07 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/24
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“What a PLEASURE! This podcast just hits the sweet spot! Ben manages to delve deep, truly expanding our understanding with his insightful analysis, and yet retain a conversational/super accessible tone. Better than any “literary” podcast I’ve found! Thank you so much!”
francoameri via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
01/16/24
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“Honestly, I’ve been looking for a podcast this is this in-depth for years!! It’s so good!”
GCRokzZzZz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
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“Finally something engaging to listen to! I get more excited every episode. I share with everyone that I can.”
Kendalllavaque via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/24
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“I watched a few videos on You Tube and Benjamin had me hooked.
Many of the books on the reading list I was a little intimidated by. And I’ve already read some of them. I can’t wait to begin the journey.”
maizyty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/23
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“When I listen to your podcast or watch your YouTube videos, I truly feel like it’s the closest I’ll ever get to hearing C. S Lewis lecture at Oxford. Your love, and deep appreciation for literature is both inspiring AND infectious. I hope one day to be able to join the reading group! Until then,...”Read full review »
JosiahRussell via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/25/23
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“Not gonna lie…my guy Benjamin really breaks it down and lets you know a thing or two about a thing or two. One of my fave pods!”
Bigdogchillfrog via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/23
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“One of my fave podcasts! I’m always looking forward to listening to Benjamin talk about great books. Highly recommend!”
Rottislover via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
11/07/23
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“I just want to thank you for the work that you share with this podcast and other material .”
Guillermo1984 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/23
“This is by far my favorite literature podcast. Benjamin’s thoughts and research are so thought provoking and full of wisdom. I love the great care he takes to talk about books in such a beautiful way, and really analyze the best parts of them, their authors, and the theories within the pages. I...”Read full review »
skye lauren via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/23
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“I managed to get all the way through undergrad without encountering Solzhenitsyn. I didn’t feel I had the right to publicly relate my experiences to those of Primo Levi (I am not Jewish and have no known ancestors affected by the Shoah). Solzhenitsyn not only provides a point of comparison for...”Read full review »
mildwithalaughingshroud via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/23
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“Love this podcast. Just listened to the episode “How to Create a Daily Reading Practice.” I was inspired to refine my daily reading, and got some good leads to some great reads.😊”
marcharas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/23
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“Just what I had been looking for ! Thank you to Mr. Benjamin McEvoy for your efforts!! Commendable!”
Gincy B via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
09/05/23
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“Just want to say thank you”
mattypopo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
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“Just listened to my first episode (Tess of D’Ubervilles) and I have been looking for this for so long. Cannot recommend enough!”
Jackie____21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/16/23
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“This podcast has quickly become my favorite podcast. I drive a lot, so Benjamin has become my travel companion. He offers great insights into the works he discusses and I have learned much about appreciating the world’s great world of literature.”
MonkSharpe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/23
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“I love listening to Benjamin and his thoughts on great books, it is such a soothing as well as an enlightening experience. He has such a beautiful and well formed perspective on everything because of his extensive reading. Whenever I am tired or having a really bad day, this podcast just uplifts...”Read full review »
Arshjot Kaur via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
08/08/23
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“Ben provides deep insight into works of literature and their authors so readers can have a better understanding of what to read and what they’re reading. His passion for literature is infectious. It is evident he takes life seriously by the practices he undertakes: journaling, lecturing,...”Read full review »
Wazza mi Mazda via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
07/18/23
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