Olivia, Class of 2023, finds the characters in Dana Spiotta’s Eat the Document running from their past. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Jake, Class of 2023, finds the characters in Dana Spiotta’s Eat the Document chasing a bright future that is never certain. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Mr. Miley’s juniors return with a Bright Podcast perennial favorite: Listening to America. Season 4 focuses on students’ analyses of the songs featured in Dana Spiotta’s Eat the Document. Join us as students explore American literature and culture through music and sound.
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What does John Coltrane’s (1926-1967) album Blue Train have to do with trap music and mumble rap? Ben, Class of 2022, connects the dots while exploring the life, music, and legacy of the legendary jazz saxophonist and composer. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Bennett, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer and guitarist B.B. King (1925-2015) while tracing his influence to rapper Lil Uzi Vert. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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How does Miles Davis (1926-1991) embody the American dream? Milana, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of the influential jazz trumpeter and band leader. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Ellison, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of the iconic American jazz singer Billie Holiday (1915-1959). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Bianca, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, pianist, and songwriter Nina Simone (1933-2003). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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What does Jelly Roll Morton (1890-1941) have in common with modern day hip-hop artists? Join Christian, Class of 2022, as he explores the life, music, and legacy of this jazz composer and pianist. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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Andrew, Class of 2022, takes us to the roots of country music with an exploration of the life, music, and legacy of country singer Jimmie Rodgers (1897-1933). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.
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