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The Organist

Episode 24: An Interview with George Saunders

Short story writer George Saunders discusses the use and origin of voices in the reading of his work. CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE.

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By Andrew Leland • Jul 22, 2014 • 17m Listen

The fiction writer, humorist, and essayist, George Saunders talks with the Organist's executive producer, Ross Simonini about the sonic aspects of his writing and reading. After reading aloud a passage from his most recent story collection, Saunders discusses his use of writerly voice as both a written and spoken device in his work. CONTAINS LANGUAGE THAT MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES.

CREDITS This week's show was produced by Ross Simonini with Jenna Weiss-Berman and Andrew Leland. Banner Image Credit: George Saunders. Music: "Fairyland" by Balam Acab.

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    Andrew Leland

    author of “The Country of the Blind: A Memoir At The End Of Sight”

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    Ross Simonini

    Producer, 'The Organist'

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    Jenna Weiss-Berman

    Producer, 'The Organist'

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    Andrew Leland

    author of “The Country of the Blind: A Memoir At The End Of Sight”

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