On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Michael Fischer, the Janet S. Dicke Professor in Public Humanities at Trinity University, widely published author of four books on literary analysis and critique, and author of the upcoming Trinity University Press publication, How Books Can Save Democracy, to discuss how engaging with literature as individuals can help us have healthy disagreements within our communities to create and maintain thriving democracies around the world. 

On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Lance Garland, a Seattle firefighter, Navy veteran, nature adventurer, poet, and author of his upcoming debut novel, Out There, to discuss his personal journeys, both physically and emotionally, that have helped him find his place in our crowded world so you can too. 

On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Joey Palacios, the Engagement Producer and Intern Coordinator at Texas Public Radio, to discuss the importance of public radio in creating informed individuals and connected communities to make our world a better place. 

On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Trinity University creative writing professors and authors, Dr. Kelly Grey Carlisle and Andrew Porter. Carlisle, author of the memoir, We Are All Shipwrecks, and Porter, author of the recent release, The Imagine Life,  explore and consider how reading, writing, and research allow people to engage with their environment, communities, and the world.

In this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Chris Maitre, the Chief Executive Officer of the Brackenridge Park Conservancy, and Lewis Fisher, author of Trinity University Press Publication, Brackenridge; San Antonio's Acclaimed Urban Park, to discuss not only the past, present, and future of Brackenridge Park in San Antonio, but all the ways that engaging with public parks help us connect to our community, environments, and selves.  

On this episode of Tripod, join us in welcoming Trinity University Press author, former consultant, and Trinity University graduate, Carol Folbre, as we discuss her new book, Wishbone, and what lessons and insight she has to share from her 18-month long journey of self-discovery across Asia. 

In this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Trinity University Press author, David Ladensohn, as we explore the themes of his new release, Fly Fishing with Leonardo da Vinci, and what his experiences as a writer can teach all of us. 

In the first ever episode of Tripod, you will meet Tom Payton, the pod's executive producer, and your host, Lily Brennan, as they discuss the origin of the podcast, its roots in TU Press, and what we want for our listeners. Welcome to Tripod!