THE RODE SCHOLARS

NWP Kirkridge Writing Retreat

sara pomegranate — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:42:40 GMT

The NWP at Rutgers University enjoyed its second annual writing retreat at Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center. Listen to writing in progress from our retreat participants.

AP Writers 2009

sara pomegranate — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:15:52 GMT

Welcome to the AP Writers 2009 Podcast. The cover art for this podcast features the work of James Koehnline. James is a member of the Lost Book Club Museum, a group of artists who work with text and image artifacts to create works connected by a common theme: The deconstruction and re-imagining of books and book culture in a post-literate age. For their final project, these students have re-imagined the works they’ve enjoyed this year. This age may be termed “post-literature,” but these AP students demonstrate that works of literature remain important and relevant.

2 Epic, 2 Indian

sara pomegranate — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:21:50 GMT

A few friends hang out for the evening and watch an episode of Jeopardy. Tonight’s topic? Tune and listen as Alex grills the contestants about their abundant (or pitiful) knowledge of all things epic.

The Greg, Dustin & Andrew Show

sara pomegranate — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:59:52 GMT

When you tune in to The Greg, Dustin, and Andrew Show, you get non-stop entertainment with a punch of literary analysis and creativity, too. POW! When it comes to dystopian literature, these guys really know their stuff. When they’re not arguing about who should get top billing on the sign outside their recording studio, that is.

The Weekly Procrastinator

sara pomegranate — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:02:27 GMT

Do you find yourself falling into the procrastination trap with your summer reading? Are you considering shortcuts that would make English teachers around the globe cringe? Then you just might find THE WEEKLY PROCRASTINATOR podcast useful. Brush up on your knowledge of William Golding’s Lord of the Flies and pick up a few tips to help you avoid procrastination and delve into your summer reading.

I Need Some Eyre

sara pomegranate — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:16:25 GMT

Three friends arrive at Borders to select their summer reading books, but get a little... distracted. What’s with all the Jane Eyre stuff? Find out in this informative and amusing podcast.

A Passage to India Survival Guide

sara pomegranate — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:38:29 GMT

In this podcast, you’ll hear AP students’ take on the most challenging aspects of Forster’s novel, an interview with Trevor, who has re-visioned the cave scene at the center of the novel, and Adeel’s screenplay, which has been adapted for audio enjoyment.

Sour Grapes

sara pomegranate — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:05:09 GMT

If you’ve read Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath, or even if you haven’t, here’s a podcast that’s sure to provide you with an education. It’s entertaining and informative, so tune in and listen to what the Block 5 students have put together for your academic listening enjoyment.

What Rhymes with Puritan?

sara pomegranate — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:28:29 GMT

American Studies students have put together this podcast to help educate students everywhere about the finer points of The Scarlet Letter. No boring lecture here, though. Don’t you get enough of that from your teachers? Just kidding. Tune in for an enlightening adventure featuring all your favorites... Hester, Pearl, Chillingworth, Dimmesdale, and, of course, the entertaining sophomores in Block 1.

Episode 17

sara pomegranate — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 02:32:21 GMT

Our class cooperated to prepare this podcast about reading and writing memoir. Listen to tips for writing, original memoirs by members of the class, some recently published memoirs we like, a bit about our class, and some original music, recorded live in Room 250. We hope you enjoy it and learn something while you’re listening.

Episode 14

sara pomegranate — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:27:10 GMT

This is the first of a series of podcasts scripted and recorded by AP English Literature and Composition students. Designed for students who will be taking the course next year, these podcasts provide insights and information that will be useful for summer course preparation.

Episode 12

sara pomegranate — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:12:30 GMT

A podcast about LORD OF THE FLIES, brought to you by Conch Getaways, your number one source for a vacation that helps you just “get away from it all.”

Episode 11

sara pomegranate — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:56:04 GMT

Marbleheart Sanatorium and Consumption Cinemas bring you The Grim Ballet, a podcast devoted to Eugene O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT.

Episode 10

sara pomegranate — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:41:14 GMT

Your guides, Sarah and Jasmine, help you navigate the sometimes treacherous, sometimes tranquil waters of Jean Rhys’ WIDE SARGASSO SEA.

Episode 9

sara pomegranate — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:35:00 GMT

The Luminati present a podcast all about Charlotte Bronte’s JANE EYRE. Featuring a radio play and some top tips for scoring well in the course and on the exam, this show is sure to please every literary straggler searching for a little illumination.

Episode 8

sara pomegranate — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:20:02 GMT

It’s not all games, boys and girls. Four AP guys tell you all about Shakespeare’s OTHELLO. Listen to get the down low on Shakespeare as a young scholar, Othello in popular culture, and a special message from our sponsor, Shakespeare Shakes.

Episode 7

sara pomegranate — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:06:04 GMT

Novels in a Nutshell helps you digest a novel by breaking the tough parts into easy-to-digest, bite-sized chunks. This episode features THE STRANGER. Listen to the end for some hilarious sound footage.

Episode 6

sara pomegranate — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 22:47:02 GMT

The Merry Pranksters present a podcast all about Ken Kesey’s ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST. With a special word from their sponsors, Ratched and Black Boys, this episode is guaranteed to delight your intellect, if your brain doesn’t get clouded by the fog machine first.

Episode 5

sara pomegranate — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:10:02 GMT

This podcast delivers all you need to know about Kate Chopin’s THE AWAKENING. Edna and Robert speak for themselves, Spielberg stops in for a visit, and the AP gals make excellent suggestions for delving deeply into the text.

Episode 4

sara pomegranate — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:48:12 GMT

Learn all about ANTIGONE in this podcast brought to you by Teiresias Family Counseling and Creon’s funeral parlor. Plus, who’s the director of choice for a contemporary production of the play? Find out by listening to this podcast.

Episode 3

sara pomegranate — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:13:14 GMT

Josh, Ben, and Jon create their own sound effects and cast a hypothetical production of THE SOUND AND THE FURY. Listen to the end for an interesting discussion of podscript punctuation between Josh and guest Dan.