The Arc of the Long Narrative

Wisdom Has Built Her House: Jemima Puddle-duck and Lady Folly

Ted and Maria discuss Beatrix Potter's tale of a foolish duck and her narrow escape from a foxy gentleman.

Narrative Coherence and the Cardinal Virtues

Ted and Maria discuss how virtue and narrative shape each other and how both help us make sense of the world.

The Arc of the Long Narrative

Ted and Maria discuss what narrative shows us about Justice and how framing stories helps us to recognize and develop virtue.

Read Big or Go Home

Ted and Maria discuss epics: What they are, why they're great, and why you should read them.

Things Fall Apart

Ted and Maria discuss learning to be human and the perilous business of rearing children.