Welcome to our new STG English Literature revision podcast! Hosted by Mr Baugh, each week we'll tackle some of the trickiest aspects of our English Lit set text...
In this very first edition of STG Unplugged, we explore Korean and Chinese dramas, riddles, the festival of Kwanza and so much more! Listen, enjoy, and get involved! We'll be sharing more episode from our Podcasting Club elective over the rest of the school year!
--------
23:31
Between Oppression and Light: Exile and Identity in 'The Émigrée
In this episode, we explore how The Émigrée by Carol Rumens articulates the experience of exile and dislocation, while also celebrating the power and intensity of memory. A critical poem within the AQA Power and Conflict anthology cluster, use this episode to support your English Literature exam revision and preparation.
--------
44:20
Mind-Forged Manacles: Power and Oppression in Blake’s 'London'
In this episode, we walk through the streets of late-18th century London with one of the greatest poets and artists of the Romantic period - William Blake. Great for revision of a central poem within the 'Power and Conflict' anthology cluster, we'll examine the text's remarkable auditory focus and unpack its key metaphors and images. Enjoy!
--------
30:14
Unmasking the 'Beast': Exploring Innate Evil in Lord of the Flies
In this episode, I explore William Golding's Lord of the Flies, focusing on the theme of inherent evil within human nature. Moving from character to character, this episode serves as a valuable component of your Paper 2 mock exam revision. Use it in conjunction with your exam revision handout for maximum impact!
--------
58:13
World Book Day special - an interview with Ben Aitken, freelance writer and travel journalist
As part of our World Book Day and National Careers Week celebrations, in this special edition of Study Sessions we hear from acclaimed writer and journalist Ben Aitken (https://www.johnsonandalcock.co.uk/aitken-ben). From his experiences in Poland to some culinary surprises while travelling, Ben shares his love of travel, culture and meeting new people. Whether you are thinking of a career in journalism, the media or just curious about the world around us, give this episode a listen and broaden your horizons!
Welcome to our new STG English Literature revision podcast! Hosted by Mr Baugh, each week we'll tackle some of the trickiest aspects of our English Lit set texts, including Lord of the Flies, A Christmas Carol, Macbeth and the poetry anthology.