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Links to Messiah PodcastEp. 70 - Jesus, Judaism, and Your Kids: Why the Old Testament MattersSend us a textIn this episode, we’re getting real about something foundational, and often overlooked. Christianity didn’t appear out of nowhere. It’s deeply rooted in Jewish history, traditions, and prophecy. And when children begin to honor those roots, something beautiful happens. They grow in humility, respect, and gratitude.We explore how understanding Jesus as the fulfillment, not the outsider, of Jewish culture reshapes the way kids engage with Scripture. From his teachings to his parables, everything becomes clearer when we connect the Old Testament to the New.In This E...2025-05-0610 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 69 - Prophecy Unfolded: Teaching Kids the Power of God's PromisesSend us a textIn this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of prophecy, exploring how God’s divine messages from the Old Testament are fulfilled in the New Testament. Prophecies are not just ancient predictions—they are a powerful testament to God's faithfulness, and when He speaks, it happens. Teaching children about prophecy helps them understand the reliability of God's Word and strengthens their faith in His promises. By instilling these truths early, we give them a foundational roadmap for life, guiding them through life's twists and turns with the assurance that they are part of G...2025-04-2910 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 64 - Hebrew Names for God: Jehovah Jireh (The God Who Provides)Send us a textIn this episode of Links to Messiah, host Rachel Kushner unpacks the name Jehovah Jireh— “The Lord Who Provides.” From Abraham and Isaac to our daily needs, we’re exploring how God meets us exactly where we are, even when we don’t see it coming (kind of like finding an extra $5 in your coat pocket from last winter!).We’ll talk about:✨ How God provides exactly what we need, exactly when we need it.✨ Why trusting Him means letting go of our need to control everything (yes, even the gr...2025-03-1108 min
London Review Bookshop PodcastRachel Kushner & Adam Thirlwell: Creation LakeDescribed by Mick Herron as ‘seductive, entrancing, and quite off the wall’, Rachel Kushner’s fourth novel Creation Lake (Cape) reaffirms her position as one of America’s most exciting and accomplished writers of fiction. In a reimagining of the spy novel for an age of ecological crisis, Kushner leads us to a remote Neanderthal cave in rural France where the enigmatic Bruno Lacombe leads his followers in a radical project to reject and undermine the modern world. ‘I've never read anything like it’, writes Brett Easton Ellis. Rachel Kushner was joined in conversation by the novelist and critic Adam Thirlwell...2025-03-051h 00Links to Messiah PodcastEp 62 - Hebrew Names of God (Jehovah Shemmah, The Lord Who is There)Send us a text Ever feel alone in your struggles? This episode is here to remind you—you’re never truly alone. Join Rachel Kushner as she uncovers the powerful meaning behind Jehovah Shammah, “The Lord Who Is There.” Through a deep dive into Ezekiel 48:35, she explores how God’s constant presence brings comfort, direction, and strength to our daily lives. Plus, discover a creative Footprints activity designed for families to experience and remember God’s unwavering nearness in a meaningful way. Tune in for an inspiring discussion that will uplift your faith and bring God's presence into focus! 2025-02-2508 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 61 - Hebrew Names of God (Yahweh, Self-Existing One)Send us a textWho is Yahweh, and what does it mean that He is the self-existing One? In this episode, Rachel Kushner unpacks the eternal, unchanging nature of God and His significance throughout Scripture—from the burning bush to the teachings of Jesus.But this isn’t just a lesson—it’s an experience! Discover a hands-on family activity that brings God’s faithfulness to life in a creative and memorable way.So, ask the big questions—because what’s more Jewish than exploring the depths of the Divine? Tune in now!Join our...2025-02-1808 min
La Maison de la PoésieRachel Kushner – Le lac de la créationEn dialogue avec Maylis de Kerangal
Interprète : Marguerite Capelle
Sadie Smith, ex-agente du FBI, est envoyée par ses mystérieux employeurs pour infiltrer une communauté d’éco-activistes radicaux dans un village français entouré de grottes millénaires. Sa mission : inciter les militants du Moulin à franchir la ligne rouge et permettre ainsi une riposte judiciaire de l’État. Rien d’insurmontable pour Sadie qui en a vu d’autres. Mais c’est sans compter les exigences sans limites de ses commanditaires… Rattrapée par son passé, envoûtée par les écrits de Bruno Lacombe, mentor charismatique de la communauté qui a rejeté...2025-02-111h 08
La Maison de la PoésieRachel Kushner – Le lac de la créationEn dialogue avec Maylis de KerangalInterprète : Marguerite Capelle
Sadie Smith, ex-agente du FBI, est envoyée par ses mystérieux employeurs pour infiltrer une communauté d’éco-activistes radicaux dans un village français entouré de grottes millénaires. Sa mission : inciter les militants du Moulin à franchir la ligne rouge et permettre ainsi une riposte judiciaire de l’État. Rien d’insurmontable pour Sadie qui en a vu d’autres. Mais c’est sans compter les exigences sans limites de ses commanditaires… Rattrapée par son passé, envoûtée par les écrits de Bruno Lacombe, mentor charismatiq...2025-02-111h 08Links to Messiah PodcastEp. 60 - Hebrew Names of God (Jehovah Rapha, Healer)Send us a textIn this episode of Links to Messiah, we dive into the Hebrew name Jehovah Rapha—which translates to “The Lord who heals.” And let’s be honest, who doesn’t need a little healing? Whether it’s a bad back, a broken heart, or the emotional scars left by your mother’s matzo ball soup critique, God’s got it covered. Rachel Kushner explores biblical examples of healing, Jesus’ powerful ministry, and how God’s healing isn’t always instant—but it’s always perfect in His timing. Plus, she shares fun family activities to help kids (a...2025-02-1108 min
The Archive ProjectRachel Kushner & Danzy SennaThis week’s episode features one of the most highly anticipated conversations from the 2024 Portland Book Festival. Author Rachel Kushner joined the festival with her most recent novel, the Booker Prize finalist Creation Lake, her take on a noir spy thriller. We paired her with Danzy Senna, whose new novel is Colored Television, the story of a struggling novelist attempting to break into Hollywood. We invited Oregon-based writer Mat Johnson, whose most recent book is the fantastic Invisible Things, to moderate their conversation.
This conversation was titled “Deceit and Dark Humor.” Both novels featuring protagonists who are knowingl...2025-01-2758 minThe Archive ProjectRachel Kushner & Danzy SennaThis week’s episode features one of the most highly anticipated conversations from the 2024 Portland Book Festival. Author Rachel Kushner joined the festival with her most recent novel, the Booker Prize finalist Creation Lake, her take on a noir spy thriller. We paired her with Danzy Senna, whose new novel is Colored Television, the story of a struggling novelist attempting to break into Hollywood. We invited Oregon-based writer Mat Johnson, whose most recent book is the fantastic Invisible Things, to moderate their conversation.
This conversation was titled “Deceit and Dark Humor.” Both novels featuring protagonists who are knowingl...2025-01-2758 min
Your Next ListenCreation Lake by Rachel KushnerIn Creation Lake, a best-seller since its buzzy debut in late 2024, author Rachel Kushner turns the conventions of espionage novels on their head, while still honoring many of those who came before her in the world of spy noir. Kushner is one of the most-honored living authors, and this shifty tale of infiltrating a French anarchist collective may be her best yet. Ready to hear the rest of the story? Visit www.yournextlisten.com Stay up to date with us on X, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia and @SimonAudio on FB and X and @Simon.Au...2025-01-2034 min
Les Matins du samedi (l'intégrale)La Lune en danger ? / L'usage de la cocaïne en hausse / Rachel Kushner, fine observatrice de la Francedurée : 01:59:32 - Les Matins du samedi - par : Nicolas Herbeaux - Cette semaine dans les Matins du samedi, on s'intéresse à la Lune, déclarée en danger par la World Monuments Fund, la hausse de la cocaïne en France selon le dernier rapport de l'OFDT et au dernier roman de Rachel Kushner "Le Lac de la Création", aux éditions Stock. - réalisation : Jean-Christophe Francis - invités : Bénédicte de Montlaur Présidente et directrice générale de World Monuments Fund. ; Gladys Lutz Nale Directrice STUPP (Santé Travail Usages de psychotropes et Prévention), docteur...2025-01-181h 59
City Arts & LecturesRachel KushnerOur guest is Rachel Kushner. Her writing includes novels like The Mars Room and The Flamethrowers, and essays on everything from prison abolition to art theory and motorcycle racing. Her fourth novel, Creation Lake, is Kushner’s take on noir. It follows a young woman infiltrating a French anarchist collective. On December 12th, 2024, Kushner came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco to talk to Jonah Wiener, a culture journalist and contributing writer at the New York Times Magazine. The conversation was wide-ranging, from her research process, to her travels in France, and her opinions on the Tesla Cy...2024-12-291h 12
Don DeLillo Should Win the Nobel PrizeEpisode 19: Rachel Kushner's Creation LakeIn Episode Nineteen, DDSWTNP turn outward to a discussion of Rachel Kushner, whose Booker Prize-nominated Creation Lake, a 2024 novel about the folly of espionage, revolutionary violence, life underground, and confronting modernity with ancient practices in rural France, solidifies its author’s reputation as a key inheritor of DeLillo’s influence and themes. Creation Lake is narrated by a nihilistic spy named Sadie Smith who infiltrates a farming commune called Le Moulin and grows enchanted with the claims of their cave-dwelling philosophical advisor, who argues that Neanderthal life thousands of years ago holds the key to reshaping humankind. In it Kushn...2024-12-101h 44
Grafted: Jewish Roots of ChristianityHanukkah Insights: Rachel Kushner on the Light of the WorldWelcome to Grafted: Jewish Roots of Christianity! My guest is Rachel Links Kushner.
Today, Rachel and I are discussing Hanukkah and how Messiah is the Light of the world.
Rachel Kushner is the Chief Enthusiasm Officer of Links to Messiah, where she brings a unique blend of passion, faith, and experience to her role. Raised in a Messianic Jewish home, Rachel has the special perspective of celebrating both Jewish and Christian holidays, shaping her deep understanding of diverse religious traditions.
A certified and experienced educator, Rachel is dedicated to teaching families and nurturing a love for learning. Her heart for...2024-12-0454 min
Carleigh-Imai[ePub] Download Creation Lake BY Rachel Kushner in Kindlestart Download or Read ebook Creation Lake Written by Rachel Kushner Pdf Visit Link Bellow You Can Download or Read Book online for free Read Here 👉 https://plotbooklibs.blogspot.com/id/B0CVHGMQSP Available versions: EPUB, PDF, MOBI, DOC, Kindle, Audiobook, etc. Summary : From Rachel Kushner, a Booker Prize finalist, two-time National Book Award finalist, and ?one of the most gifted authors of her generation? (The New York Times Book Review), comes a new novel about a seductive and cunning American woman who infiltrates an anarchist collective in France?a propulsive thriller of glittering insights and dark humor.Creation Lake...2024-11-2100 min
Read ThisRachel Kushner Is Not Auditioning for Her Own DreamRachel Kushner always seemed destined to become a writer. At just five years old, her unconventional parents had her working in a feminist bookstore. Now, several decades and three award-winning novels later, she is back with a new book that follows a spy-for-hire who infiltrates a commune of eco-activists in rural France. This week, Michael joins Rachel on Zoom for a conversation about Creation Lake, which was shortlisted for the 2024 Booker Prize.Reading list:Telex from Cuba, Rachel Kushner, 2008The Flamethrowers, Rachel Kushner, 2013The Mars Room, Rachel Kushner, 20182024-11-1332 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 50 - Why Kids Need Old Testament Stories TodaySend us a textIn this episode, we talk about why Old Testament stories like Noah’s Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, and Jonah still matter today. These stories teach important lessons about faith, courage, and forgiveness. We also share ways to make the stories fun and meaningful for kids. By connecting these stories to the teachings of Jesus, kids can see how faith helps us all face life’s challenges. Do you have an idea for a podcast topic? A suggestion on someone to interview? Email me with your suggestions: Rachel@LinkstoMessiah.comJoi...2024-11-0512 min
New Books in LiteratureRachel Kushner, "Creation Lake" (Scribner, 2024)Creation Lake (Scribner, 2024) is a novel about a secret agent, a thirty-four-year-old American woman of ruthless tactics, bold opinions, and clean beauty, who is sent to do dirty work in France."Sadie Smith" is how the narrator introduces herself to her lover, to the rural commune of French subversives on whom she is keeping tabs, and to the reader. Sadie has met her love, Lucien, a young and well-born Parisian, by "cold bump"--making him believe the encounter was accidental. Like everyone Sadie targets, Lucien is useful to her and used by her. Sadie operates by strategy and...2024-09-1658 min
New Books in Literary StudiesRachel Kushner, "Creation Lake" (Scribner, 2024)Creation Lake (Scribner, 2024) is a novel about a secret agent, a thirty-four-year-old American woman of ruthless tactics, bold opinions, and clean beauty, who is sent to do dirty work in France."Sadie Smith" is how the narrator introduces herself to her lover, to the rural commune of French subversives on whom she is keeping tabs, and to the reader. Sadie has met her love, Lucien, a young and well-born Parisian, by "cold bump"--making him believe the encounter was accidental. Like everyone Sadie targets, Lucien is useful to her and used by her. Sadie operates by strategy and...2024-09-1658 min
Burned By BooksRachel Kushner, "Creation Lake" (Scribner, 2024)Creation Lake (Scribner, 2024) is a novel about a secret agent, a thirty-four-year-old American woman of ruthless tactics, bold opinions, and clean beauty, who is sent to do dirty work in France."Sadie Smith" is how the narrator introduces herself to her lover, to the rural commune of French subversives on whom she is keeping tabs, and to the reader. Sadie has met her love, Lucien, a young and well-born Parisian, by "cold bump"--making him believe the encounter was accidental. Like everyone Sadie targets, Lucien is useful to her and used by her. Sadie operates by strategy and...2024-09-1658 min
NPR's Book of the DayRachel Kushner's new novel 'Creation Lake' is inspired by real-life espionageRachel Kushner's new novel, Creation Lake, has all the makings of a great spy thriller: a cool and unknowable secret agent, a mysterious figure who communicates only by email and a radical commune of French eco-activists. Kushner has said that some of these elements were, in fact, inspired by real-world stories of espionage and her own access to the social and political worlds of activist communes. In today's episode, Kushner speaks with NPR's Scott Simon about the murky boundaries of being an undercover agent–and a writer.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's bo...2024-09-1608 min
The Shakespeare and Company InterviewRachel Kushner on Creation Lake (Booker Prize SHORTLIST 2024)Rachel Kushner’s fourth novel Creation Lake is a spy novel stacked with ideas. As our fast-thinking, gun-packing protagonist wends her way down to the south of France, charged—by forces unknown—with infiltrating and sowing chaos at a commune of eco-warriors, her mission leads her into exhilarating reflections on activism, on charisma, on neanderthals and other lost races of archaic humans, on the remodelling—some might say devastation—of rural France in the name of progress, on loss in its myriad forms, on the shadows loss leaves behind, on Guy Debord, on the apparently charmed life of Louis Ferdinand...2024-09-1255 minThe Shakespeare and Company InterviewRachel Kushner on Creation Lake (Booker Prize SHORTLIST 2024)Rachel Kushner’s fourth novel Creation Lake is a spy novel stacked with ideas. As our fast-thinking, gun-packing protagonist wends her way down to the south of France, charged—by forces unknown—with infiltrating and sowing chaos at a commune of eco-warriors, her mission leads her into exhilarating reflections on activism, on charisma, on neanderthals and other lost races of archaic humans, on the remodelling—some might say devastation—of rural France in the name of progress, on loss in its myriad forms, on the shadows loss leaves behind, on Guy Debord, on the apparently charmed life of Louis Ferdinand...2024-09-1255 min
Page By Page Book ReviewsCreation Lake by Rachel Kushner: A Thought-Provoking Book ReviewCreation Lake by Rachel Kushner: A Thought-Provoking Book Review - Join us as we dive into Creation Lake, the latest novel by Rachel Kushner. In this detailed book review, we explore the themes, characters, and the overall narrative that makes this novel a standout. We’ll discuss Kushner’s unique writing style, the emotional depth of the characters, and the intriguing plot that keeps readers hooked. Whether you’re a fan of Kushner or discovering her work for the first time, this review will give you valuable insights into the world of Creation Lake. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subs...2024-09-1102 min
Page By Page Book ReviewsCreation Lake by Rachel Kushner: A Thought-Provoking Book ReviewCreation Lake by Rachel Kushner: A Thought-Provoking Book Review - Join us as we dive into Creation Lake, the latest novel by Rachel Kushner. In this detailed book review, we explore the themes, characters, and the overall narrative that makes this novel a standout. We’ll discuss Kushner’s unique writing style, the emotional depth of the characters, and the intriguing plot that keeps readers hooked. Whether you’re a fan of Kushner or discovering her work for the first time, this review will give you valuable insights into the world of Creation Lake. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subs...2024-09-1102 min
Poured OverRachel Kushner on CREATION LAKERachel Kushner’s Creation Lake is a spy novel and philosophical exploration told with humor, intrigue and a propulsive plot. Kushner joins us to talk about writing in the noir genre, the question of her narrator’s reliability, the purpose and reward of reading and more with cohost, Jenna Seery. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Jenna Seery and mixed by Harry Liang. New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app Featured Books (Episode): Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner T...2024-09-0747 min
Get Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageCreation Lake: From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author by Rachel KushnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/733919to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Creation Lake: From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author
Author: Rachel Kushner
Narrator: Rachel Kushner
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 9 minutes
Release date: September 5, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2 of Total 1
Genres: Espionage
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Brought to you by Penguin. **SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2024** Seductive and cunning American spy-for-hire Sadie Smith has been sent by her mysterious but powerful employers to a remote corner of France. Her mission: to infiltrate a commune of radical eco-activists influenced by the beliefs of an enigmatic elder, Bruno Lacombe, who has rejected civilisation, lives in...2024-09-0511h 09
Get Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, EspionageCreation Lake: From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author by Rachel KushnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/733919 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Creation Lake: From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author Author: Rachel Kushner Narrator: Rachel Kushner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 9 minutes Release date: September 5, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2 of Total 1 Genres: Espionage Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. **SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2024** Seductive and cunning American spy-for-hire Sadie Smith has been sent by her mysterious but powerful employers to a remote corner of France. Her mission: to infiltrate a commune of radical eco-activists influenced by the beliefs of an enigmatic elder, Bruno Lacombe, who has rejected civilisation, lives...2024-09-0505 min
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenCreation Lake: From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author by Rachel KushnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/733919 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Creation Lake: From the Booker Prize-shortlisted author Author: Rachel Kushner Narrator: Rachel Kushner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 9 minutes Release date: September 5, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2 of Total 1 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. **SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2024** Seductive and cunning American spy-for-hire Sadie Smith has been sent by her mysterious but powerful employers to a remote corner of France. Her mission: to infiltrate a commune of radical eco-activists influenced by the beliefs of an enigmatic elder, Bruno Lacombe, who has rejected civilisation...2024-09-0505 min
The Other Pod with Chloe AftelEpisode 19 - Novelist Rachel Kushner on Her Writing Process and Creation Lake: “A Little Plot Goes a Long Way”Author Rachel Kushner and host/visual artist Chloe Aftel first met after the success of Rachel’s first novel and have worked collaboratively ever since. Now, the pair reunite for the latest episode of The Other Pod to discuss her new novel, Creation Lake, and dive into everything creative process and ideation. They discuss the way their artistic processes align and differ across mediums, the journey to capture shifting perspectives, and the kinetic, alive energy that comes with creating. Highlights:Rachel reflects on the tricky balance and ultimate catharsis of writing first-person characters whose thoughts and judgments are antithetical to her...2024-09-0459 min
The AntifadaE260 - Stone Age Noir w/ Rachel KushnerRachel Kushner joins us to talk about her new novel Creation Lake--the story of an American agent provocateur infiltrating a rural commune in France.We go through some of the inspirations behind her characters in this and past books (including Jacques Camatte, Julian Coupat, and Ben Morea), a Soviet historian's theory of the Neanderthal origins of class war, and the RKCU (Rachel Kushner Cinematic Universe)The full episode is FREE at http://patreon.com/theantifada. While you're there, support the show with a free, $5, $10, or annual discounted membership for access to all bonus content and...2024-09-0456 min
Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, PsychologicalCreation Lake: A Novel by Rachel KushnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/754918 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Creation Lake: A Novel Author: Rachel Kushner Narrator: Rachel Kushner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 10 minutes Release date: September 3, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.92 of Total 13 Ratings of Narrator: 2 of Total 3 Genres: Psychological Publisher's Summary: 2024 AUDIOFILE MAGAZINE EARPHONES AWARD WINNER! *SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 BOOKER PRIZE* *LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD* *AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER* From Booker Prize finalist and two-time National Book Award finalist Rachel Kushner, a “vital” (The Washington Post) and “wickedly entertaining” (The Guardian) novel about a seductive and cunning American woman who infiltrates an anarc...2024-09-0303 min
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Title: Creation Lake: A Novel
Author: Rachel Kushner
Narrator: Rachel Kushner
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 10 minutes
Release date: September 3, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.92 of Total 13
Ratings of Narrator: 2 of Total 3
Genres: Psychological
Publisher's Summary:
2024 AUDIOFILE MAGAZINE EARPHONES AWARD WINNER! *SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 BOOKER PRIZE* *LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD* *AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER* From Booker Prize finalist and two-time National Book Award finalist Rachel Kushner, a “vital” (The Washington Post) and “wickedly entertaining” (The Guardian) novel about a seductive and cunning American woman who infiltrates an anarchis...2024-09-0311h 10
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Title: Creation Lake: A Novel
Author: Rachel Kushner
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* SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 BOOKER PRIZE * LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD * A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2024 by Time, LitHub, The Millions, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, The Guardian, Publishers Weekly, and more!
“At last I get to say how deeply, madly, irrecoverably I loved Creation Lake...it was all styl...2024-09-0311h 10
Solid Steps Radio#440 Guest Rachel Kushner Shares Her Jewish Heritage And Her Faith In Jesus 7/5/24There are 8 billion people in the world. About 350,000 of them are Messianic Jews, Jewish people who believe that Jesus is the Messiah that was prophesied about in the Old Testament. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad are joined by Jewish believer Rachel Kushner, founder of Links to Messiah https://linkstomessiah.com , a ministry that helps parents teach their children about Jewish traditions with a subscription that sends 4 kits a year to your home.
Rachel talks about her grandfather‘s journey from Nazi occupied Austria, and his escape to America and now he became a believer in Yeshua, which led hi...2024-07-0848 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 31 - TESTIMONY From Anxiety to Peace (Feat. Karol Joseph)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Karol Joseph about her journey to faith in Jesus and her work with the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community. Karol shares how she met a born-again Christian in college and was drawn to his peace and faith in the midst of difficult circumstances. She later found her own faith through a 12-step program for compulsive eating, where she learned to surrender her will to God. Karol Joseph shares her journey of faith and how she came to believe in Jesus as her Messiah. She talks about her...2024-06-2535 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 30 - Living in Israel During the War (Feat. Liat Whelan)Send us a textMeet Liat from Light to the Nation's Ministries. Rachel Kushner and Liat chat about Liat's background growing up in a Messianic Jewish home in Israel and her journey to faith. She discusses the ministry's focus on reaching the younger generation and bridging the gap between Judaism and Christianity. Liat also shares her experience living in Israel during the recent war and the importance of understanding the Old Testament. The conversation highlights the cultural differences between Israel and other countries and the significance of passing on faith to future generations.Takeaways2024-06-1826 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 29 - Incorporating Old Testament Lessons into Everyday Life (Feat. McKenzie Mapes)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews McKenzie Mapes, also known as the Talking Tassel on Instagram. McKenzie shares the story behind her Instagram handle, which is inspired by the tassels worn by believers as a reminder of God's commandments. She discusses the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children and how it serves as the foundation for their faith. McKenzie also talks about her family background and her online presence and why she creates videos teaching about Scripture. The conversation concludes with practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons into children's upbringing...2024-06-1120 min
The Jewish Road PodcastLinks To Messiah (featuring Rachel Kushner)In this conversation, Ron and Matt Davis interview Rachel Kushner, the CEO (Chief Enthusiasm Officer) of Links to Messiah. They discuss Rachel's background growing up in a Messianic Jewish home, the inspiration behind her ministry, and the importance of bridging the gap between the Old and New Testaments.
Rachel shares how Links to Messiah provides resources and activities for families to engage with Jewish holidays and traditions, helping them understand the Jewish roots of their faith. The conversation highlights the significance of family engagement and the joy of learning about the Bible in a fun and interactive...2024-05-2829 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 25 Why is Shabbat (Sabbath) important for a family? (Feat. Jenna Jill Swain)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Jenna Jill Swain, a homeschooling mother of two young children who is actively teaching her children to discover the significance of Israel and the Old Testament. Jenna shares how her faith was strengthened during a difficult season and how teaching her children the stories of the Bible helps them understand God's ways. They also talk about the importance of celebrating Jewish feasts and incorporating Old Testament teaching into homeschooling. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the significance of observing Shabbat.You can follow Jenna o...2024-05-1422 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 23 - Experiencing the Presence of God through Old Testament Rhythms (Feat. Nate Ross)Send us a textPastor Nate Ross shares with Rachel Kushner about his journey and his passion for helping leaders give birth to their visions. They discuss the importance of understanding the Old Testament and its frameworks, especially for parents who want to teach their children about the connections between the Old and New Testaments. Pastor Nate shares practical ways to incorporate Old Testament teachings into family life, such as praying together and practicing hospitality. He also emphasizes the significance of setting examples and establishing communal frameworks within the family. The conversation concludes with appreciation for Pastor...2024-04-3024 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 22 - Using Calendar Rhythms to Teach Children about Jewish Holidays and Traditions (Feat. Bob Mendelsohn)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner reconnects with Bob Mendelsohn, who she has known since she was a young child. He had to refresh her memory because she was so young! They discuss the importance of teaching children about the Old Testament, Jewish culture, and the feasts and holidays. Bob shares his experiences of spending time with his grandchildren and incorporating these teachings into their lives. They also explore practical ways for parents, educators, and grandparents to instill these lessons in children. The conversation highlights the significance of the calendar and the...2024-04-2322 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 19 - Author and Passover Box Contributor: Rene Annette WallaceSend us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Rene Annette Wallace, an author of children's books on Messianic Jewish holidays. They discuss the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children and how it relates to their understanding of Jesus.Passover begins in just a few weeks! Rene's book will be included in this year's Passover activity box which you can purchase by clicking here.Rene shares practical ways for parents and educators to incorporate Old Testament lessons into a child's spiritual upbringing. The conversation concludes with Rene's favorite Jewish holidays...2024-04-0225 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 18 - Did Jesus Celebrate Passover? (Feat. Dr. Mitch Glaser, Chosen People Ministries)Send us a textIn this exciting conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Dr. Mitch Glaser, the President of Chosen People Ministries. Together they discuss the significance of Passover in relation to Jesus as the Messiah. Mitch provides background information on Passover and its symbolism, highlighting how it foreshadows Jesus' role as the sacrificial Lamb.He also discusses other Old Testament prophecies that point to Jesus fulfilling the role of the Passover Lamb. Mitch emphasizes the unity of the Bible and the importance of teaching the Old Testament to understand the nuances of the New Testament. The...2024-03-2628 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 15 The Heart of God is Revealed in the Old Testament (Feat. George Ross)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews George Ross, a retired pastor, about the importance of teaching the Old Testament to children. They discuss the significance of familiarizing children with Old Testament heroes, including all their flaws, as well as revealing the heart of God revealed in the Old Testament.They also delve into the story of Purim and the Book of Esther, highlighting the themes of timing and providence. George shares practical ways for parents and educators to incorporate Old Testament lessons into the upbringing of children. The conversation concludes with...2024-03-0524 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 13 - The Importance of Hospitality and Community (Feat. Candice Hyslip)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner and Candice Hyslip, from Tent and Table, discuss the importance of hospitality and community, particularly in the context of the Old Testament and Jewish feasts. They explore the significance of meals and tables in Scripture, and the role they play in creating safe spaces for connection and authentic conversations. Candice shares her family's history as messianic Jews and highlights the importance of teaching children about the Old Testament and its feasts. They also discuss the importance of celebrating in relationship with Jewish people and building bonds of love...2024-02-2023 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 12 - Sharing Old Testament Stories in Your Daily Life (Feat. Lizette Virissimo)Send us a textRachel Kushner interviews Lizette Virissimo from Sweet Julian. During their conversation, Lizette explores practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons and stories into daily life. Tips include suggesting using Bible movies, engaging in hands-on activities, and utilizing homeschool printables as teaching tools. The limited resources for a Messianic perspective are highlighted, along with the convenience and simplicity of homeschool printables. The value of sensory boxes for Biblical Feasts is discussed.To grab your Purim and Passover Freebies, click here....2024-02-1318 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 11 - Connecting the Gap Between Jewish and Christian Communities (Feat. Ron and Matt Davis, The Jewish Road)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Ron and Matt Davis from The Jewish Road. They discuss the importance of teaching children the Old Testament and Jewish feasts, as well as bridging the gap between Jewish and Christian communities.The conversation highlights the mission and goals of The Jewish Road, which aims to provide educational resources and experiences for churches. The power of symbolism in teaching children is emphasized, along with the importance of creating full-body experiences for learning. Practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons into daily life are also discussed.2024-02-0625 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 9 - Teaching the Old Testament in Concrete Ways to Our Children - Let's make it fun! (Feat. Sonia Rose Boyd)Send us a textIn this episode, Rachel Kushner interviews Sonia Rose Boyd, a published author, about the importance of teaching children the Old Testament and Jewish traditions. They discuss Sonia's background, her books on the feasts and celebrations, and practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons in a child's spiritual upbringing. Sonia emphasizes the value of concrete and abstract lessons, and the importance of making learning fun for kids.Takeaways:Teaching children the Old Testament and Jewish traditions helps them understand the foundation of their faith and the deeper meanings behind the feasts...2024-01-2321 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 8 - The Value of Ancient Lessons (Feat. Pastor Elaine)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews PastorElaine Briefman about the importance of introducing children to the Old Testament. They discuss the significance of understanding Old Testament prophecies and how they relate to Jesus. They also explore the power of Old Testament history in the context of communion. Pastor Elaine shares her personal journey of reading the Bible and the spiritual growth she experienced through studying the Old Testament.They discuss practical ways to incorporate Old Testament lessons and stories into a child's upbringing, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal...2024-01-1618 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp. 10 - A Deep Dive into Pilgrimage Feasts: Passover, Pentecost and Tabernacles (Feat. David Garrett)Send us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews David Garrett about the importance of teaching the Old Testament and the origins of Jewish feasts and festivals. David shares his personal background and together they reminisce about when David was Rachel's boss in San Francisco thirty years ago.He explains how teaching the Old Testament provides a deeper understanding of history and God's plan of salvation. David highlights the significance of the three pilgrimage feasts: Passover, Weeks (Pentecost), and Tabernacles. He encourages parents and educators to incorporate hands-on experiences and use all the senses...2024-01-0919 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 7 - Live in Israel During The War With JohannaSend us a textIn this conversation, Rachel Kushner interviews Johanna, who lives in Israel and shares her experience of living in a country at war. Johanna discusses her background, including her international upbringing and how she ended up in Israel. She then describes the shift in daily life when the war began, including the constant threat of rocket attacks and the need to be prepared to go to bomb shelters. Johanna also talks about the impact of the war on her homeschooling routine and the challenges of celebrating Hanukkah amidst the difficult circumstances.Takeaways2024-01-0947 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 2 - The Links to Messiah Story - Part 2Send us a textWelcome to part two of the Links to Messiah podcast, where faith, family, and the profound impact of the Jewish Messiah converge. Hi, I’m Rachel and was raised in a messianic Jewish home where my parents ensured that my sisters and I understood our Jewish roots and how the Old Testament all pointed directly to our Messiah, Jesus.In this episode, come along and hear how Links to Messiah began and why it is important for your family to understand the rich heritage of our Savior as foretold in the Ol...2023-11-1807 minLinks to Messiah PodcastEp 1 - The Links to Messiah Story - Part 1Send us a textWelcome to the inaugural episode of Links to Messiah, where faith, family, and the profound impact of the Jewish Messiah converge. Hi, I’m Rachel and was raised in a messianic Jewish home where my parents ensured that my sisters and I understood our Jewish roots and how the Old Testament all pointed directly to our Messiah, Jesus.In this podcast, we will discuss the importance of passing down these true stories and traditions to future generations. I am aiming to teach children and families about the Jewishness of the Bible an...2023-11-1807 min
The Harper’s PodcastFrom the Audio Archive: Rachel KushnerToday we’re rerunning an episode from 2018 featuring two interviews with Harper’s Magazine’s former New Books columnist, Lidija Haas, and with our current Easy Chair columnist Rachel Kushner. Listen in advance of our event tonight at the Center for Fiction, “What Happened to Gen X?,” which will see Harper’s editor Christopher Beha in conversation with his generational peers Rachel Kushner and Ethan Hawke as they explore the question at the center of our September issue.
Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee—and Brett Kavanaugh’s irate response—was an excruciating bit of political theater, c...2023-09-1857 min
The Wright ConversationsEp. 63 A Conversation About Being a Multi-Hyphenate with Michael Kushner Michael Kushner is one of New York's leading multi-hyphenates, photographer, producer, actor, podcast host, and author. Michael is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association, and has featured in notable performances, including On The Town at Barrington Stage directed by John Rando, Much Ado About Nothing at Barrington Stage directed by Julie Boyd, Sons Of The Prophet at GableStage directed by Joe Adler, and Toxic If Swallowed at Ars Nova directed by Charles Quittner. As a photographer, Michael's work has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, and in publications in...2023-07-1933 min
The Wedding Biz - Behind the Scenes of the Wedding Business466 REVISIT RACHEL BIRTHISTLE: The Lake Como Wedding Planner and Creating a Wedding with Contrasting EventsAndy welcomes Rachel Birthistle to The Wedding Biz. Rachel is the Owner and CEO of The Lake Como Wedding Planner based in Como, Italy. In addition to her own events, she has worked with people like Lisa Vorce on Chrissy Tegan and John Legend’s wedding and many others. She says she is predominantly a wedding planner in a destination rather than a destination wedding planner. Rachel’s father was in the fashion industry, and from a young age, she worked in his factory doing tasks like snipping thread and packing items. She found the place fascinating and...2023-07-1045 min
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2023-03-0140 minCity Arts & LecturesOttessa Moshfegh & Rachel KushnerRachel Kushner is the author of novels The Mars Room, The Flamethrowers, and Telex from Cuba, as well as a book of short stories, The Strange Case of Rachel K. Her career-spanning book of essays The Hard Crowd, solidified her place of authority amongst today’s writers, covering everything from a Palestinian refugee camp to her young life in the San Francisco music scene. Kushner has won the Prix Médicis and been a finalist for the Booker Prize, the National Book Critics Circle Award, and was twice a finalist for the National Book Award in Fiction.
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The New Yorker: The Writer's Voice - New Fiction from The New YorkerRachel Kushner Reads “A King Alone”Rachel Kushner reads her story “A King Alone” from the July 11 & 18, 2022, issue of the magazine. Kushner has published three novels, “Telex from Cuba,” “The Flamethrowers,” and “The Mars Room,” which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2018. Her most recent book, “The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000-2020,” came out last year.
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The New Yorker: FictionRachel Kushner Reads Edna O’BrienRachel Kushner joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “Come Into the Drawing Room, Doris,” by Edna O’Brien, which was published in The New Yorker in 1962. Kushner is the author of three novels and most recently the essay collection “The Hard Crowd,” which was published last year.
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Haymarket Books LiveThe Hard Crowd: Rachel Kushner & Wallace Shawn in ConversationJoin authors Rachel Kushner and Wallace Shawn for a conversation on Kushner's latest, The Hard Crowd.
Rachel Kushner's latest collection, The Hard Crowd, addresses the most pressing political, artistic, and cultural issues of our times—and illuminates the themes and real-life experiences that inform the author's fiction. Kushner takes us on a journey through a Palestinian refugee camp, an illegal motorcycle race down the Baja Peninsula, 1970s wildcat strikes in Fiat factories, her love of classic cars, and her young life in the music scene of her hometown, San Francisco. The closing, eponymous essay is her manifesto on nostalgia, doom, an...2021-11-181h 09
The Shakespeare and Company InterviewRob Doyle and Rachel Kushner in conversationWe were joined by two of the most radical and exciting voices in anglophone literature, Rob Doyle and Rachel Kushner, for a discussion of art, class, truth and how much of a ‘sick puppy’ Georges Bataille really was.Buy Rob Doyle’s Threshold here: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/d/9781526607089/thresholdBuy Rachel Kushner’s The Hard Crowd here: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/d/9781787333109/the-hard-crowdBrowse our online store here: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/15/online-store/16/bookstoreBecome a Friend of S&Co here: https://friendsofshakespeareandcompany.com*Rachel Kushner is the bestselling author of three novels: the Booker- and NBCC Award–shortlisted The Mars Room; The Flamethrowers, a finalist f...2021-06-101h 04The Shakespeare and Company InterviewRob Doyle and Rachel Kushner in conversationWe were joined by two of the most radical and exciting voices in anglophone literature, Rob Doyle and Rachel Kushner, for a discussion of art, class, truth and how much of a ‘sick puppy’ Georges Bataille really was.Buy Rob Doyle’s Threshold here: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/d/9781526607089/thresholdBuy Rachel Kushner’s The Hard Crowd here: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/d/9781787333109/the-hard-crowdBrowse our online store here: https://shakespeareandcompany.com/15/online-store/16/bookstoreBecome a Friend of S&Co here: https://friendsofshakespeareandcompany.com*Rachel Kushner is the bestselling author of three novels: the Booker- and NBCC Award–shortlisted The Mars Room; The Flamethrowers, a finalist f...2021-06-101h 04
LIVE! From City LightsRachel Kushner in Conversation with Dana SpiottaRachel Kushner in conversation with Dana Spiotta celebrating the launch of Rachel Kushner's "The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000-2020," published by Scribner. This event was originally broadcast live via Zoom and hosted by Peter Maravelis.
You can purchase copies of "The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000-2020" directly from City Lights here: https://citylights.com/new-nonfiction-in-hardcover/hard-crowd-essays-2000-to-2020/
Rachel Kushner is the bestselling author of three novels: the Booker- and NBCC Award–shortlisted "The Mars Room;" "The Flamethrowers," a finalist for the National Book Award and a New York Times top ten book of 2013; and "Telex from Cuba," a finalist for the National Bo...2021-05-2854 min
Literary FrictionLiterary Friction - Hard Crowds with Rachel KushnerOur guest this month is the novelist Rachel Kushner, who we have been huge fans of ever since we read her novel The Flamethrowers. Rachel’s latest book is a collection of essays, The Hard Crowd. Though it covers a lot of ground, the collection returns often to the rebels and misfits and outsiders living on the edge of society - a theme in her fiction too. Inspired by Rachel's work, for this show we're talking about ‘hard crowds’ in literature, from the ultraviolent gang in Anthony Burgess’ A Clockwork Orange to musicians living on the edge in their memoirs. So, clim...2021-05-201h 10
ThresholdsRachel KushnerRachel Kushner is the author of the internationally acclaimed novels THE MARS ROOM, THE FLAMETHROWERS, and TELEX FROM CUBA, as well as a book of short stories, THE STRANGE CASE OF RACHEL K. Her new book, THE HARD CROWD: ESSAYS 2000-2020 was published in April 2021. She has won the Prix Médicis and been a finalist for the Booker Prize, the National Book Critics Circle Award, the Folio Prize, the James Tait Black Prize, the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, and was twice a finalist for the National Book Award in Fiction. She is a Guggenheim Foundation Fellow and the recipie...2021-05-1243 minCity Arts & LecturesRachel KushnerRachel Kushner is the author of several novels including The Mars Room and The Flamethrowers. Her work has been compared to Joan Didion’s, and that of Don DeLillo, a literary mentor to Kushner. Kushner’s newest book, The Hard Crowd, is a collection of essays from the past 20 years that showcase her intellect and diverse interests, from muscle cars to postmodern art and politics. She has received grants and prizes from the Guggenheim Foundation and the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and her fiction and essays have appeared in The New Yorker and The New York Times Magazine...2021-05-091h 04
VINTAGE BOOKSCape in Conversation: Rachel Kushner & Ottessa MoshfeghThis year marks 100 years of Vintage imprint Jonathan Cape. To celebrate, we’ve launched Cape in Conversation, a Vintage Books Podcast miniseries which will see authors from across the generations and genres of Cape’s list discuss their work and ideas, and give you a flavour of the many kinds of book and different voices that Cape publishes. Today, series host Shahidha Bari is in conversation with two Booker Prize shortlisted authors, Ottessa Moshfegh and Rachel Kushner. You can find out more about Rachel Kushner’s work here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/au...2021-04-1835 min
Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceThe Hard Crowd: Essays 2000–2020 by Rachel KushnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/461810 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000–2020 Author: Rachel Kushner Narrator: Rachel Kushner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 52 minutes Release date: April 8, 2021 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. A wildly original first essay collection from the bestselling, Booker Prize-shortlisted author of The Mars Room In her twenties Rachel Kushner went to Mexico in pursuit of her first love - motorbikes - to compete in the notorious and deadly race, Cabo 1000. As fellow racers died on the roadside, bikes were stolen and friends abandoned one another in the he...2021-04-0805 min
ApologyRachel KushnerThe writer Rachel Kushner has an excellent new book of essays out now. It’s called The Hard Crowd. On this episode of the Apology podcast, Jesse Pearson speaks with Rachel about various topics she covers in the book (Marguerite Duras, prison abolition, motorcycle life) and some extra stuff too (Thom Jones, artists as writers, reading recommendations based on Rachel’s novels). Plus more, always more.2021-04-061h 32
Get Top Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsThe Hard Crowd: Essays 2000-2020 by Rachel KushnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/442960 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000-2020 Author: Rachel Kushner Narrator: Rachel Kushner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 52 minutes Release date: April 6, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: AUDIO EXCLUSIVE: INCLUDES GALAXIE 500’S SONG “ANOTHER DAY!” “The Hard Crowd is wild, wide-ranging, and unsparingly intelligent throughout.” —Taylor Antrim, Vogue From a writer celebrated for her “chops, ambition, and killer instinct” (John Powers, Fresh Air), a career-spanning collection of spectacular essays about politics and culture. Rachel Kushner has established herself as “the most vital and interesting American novelist working t...2021-04-0603 min
Haymarket Books LiveWallace Shawn and Rachel Kushner: A Conversation (12-3-20)Join authors Wallace Shawn and Rachel Kushner for a conversation on the occasion of the launch of the paperback edition of Night Thoughts.
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Wallace Shawn and Rachel Kushner in conversation on the occasion of the launch of the paperback edition of Night Thoughts: An Essay, Shawn's probing, honest, and self-critical take on civilization and its discontents.
In a gloomy hotel room, after reading compulsively about murders, Shawn tries to sleep but is troubled by meandering thoughts and memories that follow one another in an apparently random chain. Ultimately a point of view begins to emerge. In a world dominated by privileged killers, how should w...2021-03-041h 20The Wedding Biz - Behind the Scenes of the Wedding Business229 THE NEXT LEVEL: RACHEL BIRTHISTLE discusses JOSE VILLA/Part 1 - Redefining Success With Fine Art PhotographyDo you prefer to take photographs digitally or with film? Listen as Andy and Rachel discuss Jose Villa and why he uses film almost exclusively. Rachel is the Owner and CEO of The Lake Como Wedding Planner based in Como, Italy. She works with clients directly but also has the pleasure of morphing into the local team for many foreign agencies such as planners in the states like Lisa Vorce on Chrissy Tegan and John Legend's wedding, Colin Cowie, and many more. Jose Villa is a celebrity photographer known for crafting vibrant, fine art images that are a...2020-02-2615 minThe Wedding Biz - Behind the Scenes of the Wedding Business203 THE NEXT LEVEL: KIANA UNDERWOOD Discusses RACHEL BIRTHISTLE - The Lake Como Wedding Planner and Creating a Wedding with Contrasting EventsThe Next Level welcomes Kiana Underwood! Kiana is the founder of Tulipina, an internationally renowned floral design studio that specializes in creating incredible experiences for luxury weddings and events. She is the author of the book, Color Me Floral, which covers the secrets of designing showstopping monochromatic arrangements for each season. Her work can be seen in numerous publications and she has sold out workshops all over the world. Rachel is a wonderful planner and designer from The Lake Como Wedding Planner based in Como, Italy. She not only works with clients directly but also has the...2019-11-1319 minThe Wedding Biz - Behind the Scenes of the Wedding Business202 RACHEL BIRTHISTLE: The Lake Como Wedding Planner and Creating a Wedding with Contrasting EventsAndy welcomes Rachel Birthistle to The Wedding Biz. Rachel is the Owner and CEO of The Lake Como Wedding Planner based in Como, Italy. In addition to her own events, she has worked with people like Lisa Vorce on Chrissy Tegan and John Legends wedding and many others. She says she is predominately a wedding planner in a destination rather than a destination wedding planner. Rachel's father was in the fashion industry, and from a young age, she worked in his factory doing tasks like snipping thread and packing items. She found the place fascinating and knew...2019-11-1147 min
Litteraturhusets podkastRachel Kushner og Finn SkårderudI Norge er Rachel Kushner mest kjent for romanen Flammekasterne, som foregår i New Yorks kunstverden. I Kushners nye, kritikerroste og Bookerpris-nominerte roman Mars-salongen er handlingen lagt til et veldig annet miljø. Her skildres livet til Romy Hall, som sitter inne for å ha drept en mann som forfulgte og plaget henne. Gjennom Halls tilværelse innenfor murene tar Kushner for seg «et USA som har falt i unåde. I dette landet er ingen fri; ingen har noe valg og alle er skyldige,» påpekte The Guardian i sin overstrømmende omtale av romanen. Hør Rachel Kushner i samtale...2019-10-1157 min
LitHouse podcastRachel Kushner and Finn SkårderudIn Norway, Rachel Kushner is best known for her 2014 novel The Flamethrowers, set in New York’s art world. In Kushner’s new, critically acclaimed and Booker nominated novel The Mars Room, we are introduced to a very different yet also very American milieu. Here we meet Romy Hall, who is in prison for killing a man who followed and tormented her. Through Hall’s life inside the prison walls, Kushner is able to describe “her country’s fall from grace. This is not the land of the free; no one has choices and everyone is guilty,” as the Guardian point...2019-10-1157 min
London Review Bookshop PodcastThe Mars Room: Rachel Kushner and Adam ThirlwellRomy Hall, the protagonist of Rachel Kushner’s latest novel *[The Mars Room][1]* (Cape), is beginning two consecutive life sentences plus six months at a women’s correctional facility. Cut off from everything she knows and loves – The Mars Room, a San Francisco strip club where she once earned a living, her seven-year-old son Jackson now in the care of her estranged mother – Romy begins a terrifying new life, detailed with humour and precision by Kushner. George Saunders writes ‘Kushner is a young master. I honestly don't know how she is able to know so much and convey all of this in su...2019-08-261h 07
Litquake's Lit CastRachel Kushner: Lit Cast Live Episode 110From the Litquake archives! During our 2018 festival, National Book Award–nominated Rachel Kushner joined Litquake for an evening on her New York Times bestselling novel The Mars Room. This novel tells the story of Romy Hall, who’s at the start of two consecutive life sentences at Stanville Women’s Correctional Facility, deep in California’s Central Valley. As James Wood said in The New Yorker, Kushner’s fiction “succeeds because it is so full of vibrantly different stories and histories, all of them particular, all of them brilliantly alive.” This event features Kushner in conversation with San Francisco...2019-08-201h 30
First Draft: A Dialogue on WritingFirst Draft - Rachel Kushner Rachel Kushner is the author of The Flamethrowers, Telex from Cuba, and The Mars Room. A collection of her early work, The Strange Case of Rachel K, was published by New Directions in 2015. Her fiction has appeared in the New Yorker, Harper’s, and the Paris Review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-08-1234 minThe Wedding Biz - Behind the Scenes of the Wedding Business161 THE NEXT LEVEL: RACHEL BIRTHISTLE Discusses KIANA UNDERWOOD/TULIPINA: Setting Fear Aside to Embrace Ambition and Find That Spark of Creative GeniusIn this episode of The Next Level, Andy Kushner and guest co-host, Rachel Birthistle, discuss last week’s interview with Kiana Underwood. Rachel is the CEO and owner of The Lake Como Wedding Planner and happens to be in Italy overlooking beautiful Lake Como during this interview. Welcome to another episode of The Next Level. Today, Andy is joined by co-host Rachel Birthistle to discuss his amazing interview with Kiana Underwood of Tulipina. Kiana is a true artist and couture floral designer for luxury weddings and events. Rachel is the perfect guest for this episode because she ha...2019-06-1916 min
Turn Every Moment Into a Story With Full AudiobookTelex from Cuba: A Novel Audiobook by Rachel KushnerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 373902
Title: Telex from Cuba: A Novel
Author: Rachel Kushner
Narrator: Lloyd James
Format: Unabridged
Length: 12:57:12
Language: English
Release date: 04-02-19
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Coming of Age
Summary:
Finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction
The debut novel by New York Times bestselling author Rachel Kushner, called “shimmering” (The New Yorker), “multilayered and absorbing” (The New York Times Book Review), and “gorgeously written” (Kirkus Reviews).
Young Everly Lederer and K.C. Stites come of age in Oriente Province, where the American...2019-04-0212h 57
Discover Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Telex from Cuba: A Novel by Rachel KushnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/373902to listen full audiobooks.
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Author: Rachel Kushner
Narrator: Lloyd James
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Length: 12 hours 57 minutes
Release date: April 2, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: LGBTQ+
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Finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction The debut novel by New York Times bestselling author Rachel Kushner, called “shimmering” (The New Yorker), “multilayered and absorbing” (The New York Times Book Review), and “gorgeously written” (Kirkus Reviews). Young Everly Lederer and K.C. Stites come of age in Oriente Province, where the Americans tend their o...2019-04-0212h 57Discover the Best Audio Stories in Fiction, HistoricalTelex from Cuba: A Novel by Rachel KushnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/373902to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Telex from Cuba: A Novel
Author: Rachel Kushner
Narrator: Lloyd James
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 12 hours 57 minutes
Release date: April 2, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
Finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction The debut novel by New York Times bestselling author Rachel Kushner, called “shimmering” (The New Yorker), “multilayered and absorbing” (The New York Times Book Review), and “gorgeously written” (Kirkus Reviews). Young Everly Lederer and K.C. Stites come of age in Oriente Province, where the Americans tend their o...2019-04-0212h 57
Literary Affairs presents Beyond the BookRACHEL KUSHNER on THE MARS ROOM A Literary Affairs Beyond the Book Conversation with Rachel Kushner about her most recent novel The Mars Room. Literary Affairs own Julie Robinson called Rachel Kushner for a book club style discussion about her novel. This Beyond the Book podcast is the full in-depth conversation, we hope individual readers and book clubs enjoy.2018-11-2500 min
2018 Edinburgh International Book FestivalRachel Kushner (2018 Event)LIFE AMONG LIFERS<br />
Rachel Kushner’s much-anticipated follow-up novel to the dazzlingly successful The Flamethrowers is The Mars Room, a fearless and brutally honest portrayal of Romy, a woman starting a double life sentence in a US correctional facility, leaving her young son with her mother. We welcome Kushner back to Edinburgh to discuss her latest book with American-Mexican novelist and human rights activist Jennifer Clement.2018-09-2400 min
Edinburgh International Book FestivalRachel Kushner (2018 Event)
Rachel Kushner’s much-anticipated follow-up novel to the dazzlingly successful The Flamethrowers is The Mars Room, a fearless and brutally honest portrayal of Romy, a woman starting a double life sentence in a US correctional facility, leaving her young son with her mother. In this event, filmed live at the 2018 Edinburgh International Book Festival, we welcome Kushner back to Scotland to discuss her latest book (which has subsequently been shortlisted for the 2018 Man Booker Prize) with American-Mexican novelist and human rights activist Jennifer Clement.2018-09-0100 min2018 Edinburgh International Book FestivalRachel Kushner (2018 Event)
Rachel Kushner’s much-anticipated follow-up novel to the dazzlingly successful The Flamethrowers is The Mars Room, a fearless and brutally honest portrayal of Romy, a woman starting a double life sentence in a US correctional facility, leaving her young son with her mother. In this event, filmed live at the 2018 Edinburgh International Book Festival, we welcome Kushner back to Scotland to discuss her latest book (which has subsequently been shortlisted for the 2018 Man Booker Prize) with American-Mexican novelist and human rights activist Jennifer Clement.2018-09-0100 min
The StacksEp. 22 The Mars Room by Rachel Kushner — The Stacks Book Club (Becca Tobin)Becca Tobin (Glee, Lady Gang) is back for The Stacks Book Club, and we're discussing Rachel Kushner's newest book The Mars Room. This gritty novel tells the story of Romy, a young mother who has been incarcerated for two life sentences. We see Romy in her life leading to prison and the world behind bars with thousands of other women struggling to survive.There are spoilers this week, so please listen at your own risk.You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2018/08/29/ep-22-the-stacks-book-club-the-mars-room-by-rachel-kushnerCo...2018-08-2950 min
Unlock Top Full Audiobooks in Literature, PoetryHiBrow: The Folio Prize Fiction Festival by Paul Baggaley, Stephanie Merritt, Sergio De La Pava, Sarah Hall, Pankaj Mishra, Eimear Mcbride, Jane Gardam, Rachel Kushner, Mark HaddonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/394935to listen full audiobooks.
Title: HiBrow: The Folio Prize Fiction Festival
Author: Paul Baggaley, Stephanie Merritt, Sergio De La Pava, Sarah Hall, Pankaj Mishra, Eimear Mcbride, Jane Gardam, Rachel Kushner, Mark Haddon
Narrator: Paul Baggaley, Stephanie Merritt, Sergio De La Pava, Sarah Hall, Pankaj Mishra, Eimear Mcbride, Jane Gardam, Rachel Kushner, Mark Haddon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 1 hour 45 minutes
Release date: August 28, 2018
Genres: Poetry
Publisher's Summary:
The three-day 'The Folio Prize Fiction Festival 2014' brought together some great writers and audiences and gave them a real opportunitey to talk in depth about their work...2018-08-281h 45
The Soundtrack to Your Imagination with Free AudiobookMars Room Audiobook by Rachel KushnerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 344899
Title: Mars Room
Author: Rachel Kushner
Narrator: Rachel Kushner
Format: Unabridged
Length: 09:41:31
Language: English
Release date: 07-26-18
Publisher: Penguin Books LTD
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Literary Fiction, Contemporary Women
Summary:
Random House presents the audiobook edition of The Mars Room, written and read by Rachel Kushner.
**SHORTLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE 2018**
**A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**
'An unforgettable novel.' DAILY TELEGRAPH
'More knowing about prison life [than Orange Is The New Black]... so powerful.' NEW YORK TIMES
'One of America's finest writers.' VOGUE
Romy...2018-07-269h 41
Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenThe Mars Room by Rachel KushnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/344899 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Mars Room Author: Rachel Kushner Narrator: Rachel Kushner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 41 minutes Release date: July 26, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: Random House presents the audiobook edition of The Mars Room, written and read by Rachel Kushner. **SHORTLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE 2018** **A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER** 'An unforgettable novel.' DAILY TELEGRAPH 'More knowing about prison life [than Orange Is The New Black]... so powerful.' NEW YORK TIMES 'One of America's finest writers.' VOGUE Romy Hall...2018-07-2605 min
Skylight Books Podcast SeriesBEN LERNER reads from 10:04, in conversation with RACHEL KUSHNER10:04 (Faber & Faber)
For tonight's event Ben Lerner will be joined by one of Skylight's favorite local authors, Rachel Kushner!
A beautiful and utterly original novel about making art, love, and children during the twilight of an empire, Ben Lerner's first novel, Leaving the Atocha Station, was hailed as "one of the truest (and funniest) novels . . . of his generation" (Lorin Stein, "The New York Review of Books"), "a work so luminously original in style and form as to seem like a premonition, a comet from the future" (Geoff Dyer, "The Observer"). Now, his second novel departs from Le...2014-10-1224 min
First DraftFirst Draft - Rachel KushnerRachel Kushner’s second novel, The Flamethrowers, was a finalist for the 2013 National Book Award, shortlisted for the 2014 Folio Prize, longlisted for the 2014 Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction, and a New York Times bestseller and Top 10 Book of 2013. Her debut novel, Telex From Cuba, was a finalist for the 2008 National Book Award and the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, winner of the California Book Award, and a New York Times bestseller and Notable Book. Kushner is the only writer ever to be nominated for a National Book Award in Fiction for both a first and second novel. Her fiction and essa...2014-05-0529 min
London Review Bookshop PodcastTelex From Cuba: An evening with Rachel KushnerFollowing the hugely enjoyable launch event last year for [*The Flamethrowers*][1], Rachel Kushner returned to the shop to mark the UK publication (by Vintage) of her first novel [*Telex From Cuba*][2], set among the American expatriate community on the eve of Castro's revolution. Rachel was in conversation with Robert Collins, Deputy Editor of the *Sunday Times* and an early champion of *The Flamethrowers*. The pair explored the history of United Fruit Yellow, how best to throw a hand grenade, and the mysterious character of Rachel K... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2014-04-151h 14