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Complex CreaturesA Strong Spirit Runs Through It: Rebecca McCarthy on author Norman MacleanIn this episode of Complex Creatures, Rev. Jarrod Longbons sits down with journalist and author Rebecca McCarthy to discuss her memoir-biography Norman Maclean: A Life of Letters and Rivers. What unfolds is a deep and personal conversation about storytelling, grief, spiritual mystery, and the search for meaning. From A River Runs Through It to personal memories of Hyde Park winters and crockpot stews, this episode dives into the beauty and tragedy of being human.For anyone drawn to faith, writing, or the mystery of others—you’ll find something sacred here.#ProjectUnity #ThatTheyMayBeOne #JesusPrayer #ChristianUnity #HeartOfG...2025-06-041h 03
Sermons from Grace CathedralGoing Toward the Fire: Norman Maclean’s Young Men and FireIsaiah 43:1-7 Psalm 29 Acts 8:14-17 Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 1. What stands in the way of having a deeper faith? On August 5, 1949 a crew of fifteen elite US Forest Service smokejumpers, or airborne firefighters, stepped out of their plane above a remote wildfire in Montana. Within an hour all but three of them were dead or mortally burned. They were caught by flames as they ran uphill through dried grass on a steep slope trying to reach a higher ridge. [1] The University of Chicago English Literature professor No...2025-01-1214 min
The Story of WritingStory of Writing December 23, 2024Jane Austen publishes "Emma," gender equality takes a step forward in the UK, and the birthday club includes Norman Maclean and Jorma Kaukonen - with a reading from Maclean's "A River Runs through It."2024-12-2304 min
Georgia TodayTrump hearing canceled; Election board meets again; Athens author on Norman MacleanOn the Tuesday, Nov. 19 edition of Georgia Today: A Georgia appeals court has canceled a hearing in the state's election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump; State Election Board says no more rules; Athens-based author Rebecca McCarthy discusses her biography of Norman Maclean. 2024-11-1913 min
Narrative EdgeNorman Maclean: A Life of Letters and Rivers by Rebecca McCarthyAthens resident Rebecca McCarthy creates an intimate portrait of Norman Maclean, drawing on her long friendship with the author from when she became a student at the University of Chicago through the rest of his life. Norman Maclean: A Life of Letters and Rivers is a well-researched glimpse into the life of a compelling author that benefits from the insights provided by the author's personal accounts and interactions. 2024-11-1913 min
Unexplained Podcast | HomeSeason 08 Episode 7: The Rocky MountainIn December 1975, on the Isle of Mull in Scotland, pilot Norman Peter Gibbs took off for a recreational flight around the island.He was never heard from again in circumstances so strange … that people have been trying to unravel the mystery of what exactly happened ever since. Written by Diane Hope and produced by Richard MacLean SmithFind us at youtube.com/@unexplainedpod, tiktok.com/@unexplainedpodcast, twitter @unexplainedpod, facebook.com/unexplainedpodcast or www.unexplainedpodcast.com for more info. Thank you for listening.2024-10-2500 min
Anchored with April VokeyRebecca McCarthy on Norman Maclean, A Life of Letters and RiversRebecca McCarthy is a seasoned author and journalist with a passion for bringing historical figures and their legacies to life through storytelling. Her latest work, Norman Maclean: A Life of Letters and Rivers, offers an intimate portrait of the man behind A River Runs Through It. Drawing on her long friendship with Maclean, Rebecca intertwines personal anecdotes with broader historical insights to reveal the forces that shaped his literary achievements. Today, she joins us to explore the fascinating life of Norman Maclean and discuss her new book, which delves deep into his complex legacy.If you enjoy the s...2024-09-091h 22
A Clan A Day PodcastClan MacLeanWelcome back to "A Clan A Day Podcast," brought to you by bagtownclans.com. I'm your host, Colin MacDonald. Today, we're diving into the rich and complex history of Clan MacLean, a Highland clan with deep roots in Scotland's western isles and a legacy marked by loyalty, valor, and resilience. The story of Clan MacLean is one of fierce warriors, strategic alliances, and unyielding loyalty to their chieftains and the Jacobite cause. So, grab a dram, settle in, and let’s explore the history of the MacLeans, a clan whose name resonates through the mists of Scottish history....2024-08-2807 min
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsNorman Maclean: A Life of Letters and Rivers by Rebecca MccarthyPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/773590 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Norman Maclean: A Life of Letters and Rivers Author: Rebecca Mccarthy Narrator: Johanna Parker Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 19 minutes Release date: July 16, 2024 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A River Runs Through It and Other Stories turned Norman Maclean into a late-in-life literary phenomenon and then a household name after the success of the Hollywood film based on the title story. Yet fewer know of Maclean's lifelong struggles to reconcile very different parts of himself: the revered teacher and writer in the intellectual hub of Chicago and the Montana...2024-07-1630 min
The Shepherd's Crook#506 Home Waters, Fire, Legacy, and River: With John MacleanThis conversation was a lot of fun. Enjoy!
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A River Runs Through It by Norman Maclean2024-05-2341 min
Required ReadingA River Runs Through It by Norman MacleanThis week on Required Reading, we all called our brothers and fathers. We read A River Runs Through It by Norman Maclean, one of the greatest American parables ever written. Make your brothers, fathers, husbands, etc read it, also while you are at it, whoever you are, READ IT.
Host: Dr. Nic Hoffmann, Mike Burns, and Mike Carroll.
Book summary from University of Chicago Press: "When Norman Maclean sent the manuscript of A River Runs through It and Other Stories to New York publishers, he received a slew of rejections. One editor, so the story go...2024-04-2555 min
Reading the Water PodcastEp. 2: Don’t Let Your Fishing Interfere With Your Fishing (w/ Chris Dombrowski)In this episode, we talk with author, poet, teacher, and Montana river guide Chris Dombrowski about his migration from Michigan to Montana, his development as a writer, guide, and educator, his recent books The River You Touch and Body of Water, a streamside meal blunder with Jim Harrison, and we even debate whether A River Runs Through It is Norman Maclean’s best story.Presented by Hatch Magazine.(0:00:00) Introduction(0:05:45) Learning the ropes at Gates Lodge(0:15:15) Old guides(0:19:30) Don't let your fishing interfere with your fishing(0:31:05) Glenn Brackett, Wi...2024-04-231h 34
ArtiFact: Books, Art, CultureNorman Maclean’s ”A River Runs Through It” Is Great | ArtiFact 55: Alex Sheremet, Keith JackewiczNorman Maclean's "A River Runs Through It" is a great American novel, which is particularly shocking since it was Maclean’s first book and written in his 70s. In essence a memoir, “A River Runs Through It” follows the relationship between two brothers in 1930s Montana. Alex Sheremet and Keith Jackewicz dissect the book’s strengths, its powerful imagery and controlling metaphor(s), and unique structural decisions.
You can also watch this conversation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqXGKkRzTDY
To get the B Side to this conversation, support us on Patreon: https://www.patr...2024-01-051h 07The Story of WritingStory of Writing December 23, 2023Jane Austen publishes "Emma," the Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act, and happy birthdays to Norman Maclean and Jorma Kaukonen - and a reading from Maclean's "A River Runs Through It."2023-12-2304 min
DICES TÚ DE PODCASTDices tú de Podcast T1x04 - Fuego, Mata-Quijotes y Cerrando Puertas.Después de algunos sucesos no muy agradables, conseguidos seguir adelante con el pódcast y, para ello, echamos algunos libros al fuego, quemamos puentes y cerramos puertas.
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The Destination Angler PodcastThe Blackfoot River Runs Through It Part 2 with John MacleanOur destination is part 2 of our conversation with John Maclean on the Blackfoot River. In case you missed part 1, John is the son of Norman Maclean, the author of the book that changed everything, "A River Runs Through It." If you love the book and movie, this episode is for you. We unravel the enigma of his brother Paul, probing into the mysteries surrounding his life and tragic end. What Norman Maclean was like as a father, and why he wrote the book. Who was the real-life counterpart of Neil, the preppy and obnoxious brother of Jessie, and...2023-10-051h 00The Destination Angler PodcastThe Blackfoot River Runs Through It Part 1 with John Maclean Our destination is the pristine waters of the Blackfoot River in Montana, Part 1, with special guest, the acclaimed author and journalist, John Maclean, son of Norman Maclean, the literary genius behind the book, "A River Runs Through It." The Blackfoot River is a place of rugged beauty and renowned trout fishing. It's a slice of paradise that has captivated the hearts of Montanans for generations, even before Hollywood took notice. But is its popularity a blessing or a curse? From his summers in Montana at a century-old family cabin to his illustrious career as a Washington correspondent for...2023-09-2156 min
Getting Unstuck – Cultivating CuriosityLearning About Leadership and Life from a Fly Fishing GuideMy guest Spencer Seim (rhymes with “time”) lives a life devoted to fishing, environmental issues, and serving people. Since he was 8 years old, Spencer has been obsessed with fly fishing. Spencer has been guiding northern New Mexico and southern Colorado for eighteen years. Eight years ago, he founded ZiaFly, a guide service that focuses on a personalized fishing experience with access to some of the best trout fisheries in the Rockies. Spencer is also very well-versed in fly tying. He’s tied flies commercially, for art, for competitions and of course, for his guided trips. Spencer’...2023-09-1244 min
Mountain Gazette LibraryRetrievers Good and Bad by Norman MacleanRetrievers Good and Bad by Norman Maclean from Mountain Gazette 194.For more information, visit MountainGazette.com2023-08-1224 min
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A River Runs Through It (Um rio que corre, inédito), de Norman Maclean, é a magistral história de dois rapazes que cresceram ao lado do pai, um ministro presbiteriano. Nas manhãs de domingo, Norman e o seu irmão, Paulo, iam à igreja e ouviam o seu pai pregar. Nas noites de domingo assistiam-no novamente. Mas nesse meio tempo, eles caminhavam livremente pelas colinas e riachos com o pai “entre os dois cultos”. Era uma retirada intencional, da parte do p...2023-06-2002 min
Literature & Libations36. A River Runs Through It by Norman MacLean & Legends of the Fall by Jim HarrisonIn this week’s episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss two seminal Montana-set novellas: Legends of the Fall by Jim Harrison and A River Runs Through It by Norman MacLean. Topics include whiskey vs. bourbon, the beauty of nature, and how pleasantly surprised we were at how the women were written!For this episode, pour a glass of your favorite whiskey or bourbon, on the rocks. Kayla will be drinking Blackfoot River Bourbon from Montana Whiskey Co.Current/recommended reads...2023-05-301h 27
Freedom CatsA River, Etc.Today the gang gets off track, but always seems to return to talking about bodies of running water. Whether it’s Tippy River Adventures, a movie about a terrible rafting trip, River cleaning and habitat conservation, and a movie about the fly-fishing brothers.
Special features: Aliens, and trading soap for radioactive material.
In the movie “A River Runs Through It,” based on the book by Norman Maclean: The Maclean brothers, Paul (Brad Pitt) and Norman (Craig Sheffer), live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fl...2023-04-1359 min
Literate Cinephiles (Archive)A River Runs Through It by Norman MacleanWherein, the lads discuss the adaptation of A River Runs Through It by Norman Maclean.2023-01-2657 min
These Small HoursNarrative CatI studied English Literature as an undergraduate. I won’t bore you with the grammatical grace that comes with an immersive study of language—particularly the Queen’s English. The truth is I don’t pay much attention to grammar anyway—I am more interested in the manner in which words lead to ideas. In essence, conversation—intelligent, thoughtful conversation—requires a willingness to engage with language. Norman Maclean intimated in his wonderful memoir A River Runs Through It that some of the words are cut from the basement of time and reside under the rocks of the Big Blackfoot River; t...2022-11-0150 min
Entrelíneas con José De SegoviaEntrelíneas con José De Segovia: Norman Maclean - El misterio de El río de la vida.Una pequeña editorial de Barcelona, Libros del Asteroide, ha publicado ahora la historia autobiográfica del hijo del pastor presbiteriano Norman Maclean (1902-1990), que llevó al cine Robert Redford con Brad Pitt.
Este fascinante relato nos cuenta la vida de dos hermanos, que fluye como un río, sin que podamos resolver muchos de los interrogantes que plantea el misterio de la condición humana.2022-03-0708 min