Backlisted
by Unbound / John Mitchinson & Andy Miller
A literary podcast that gives new life to old books. John Mitchinson and Andy Miller rediscover forgotten classics. The definitive podcast for rediscovering lost and forgotten literary classics.
About Backlisted
Backlisted champions books that deserve a second look. Each episode, the hosts and an expert guest revisit a classic, overlooked, or forgotten book and make the case for why it still matters. It's perfect for deepening your appreciation of literature and finding gems you might have missed from the 20th century and beyond. What sets Backlisted apart from other books podcasts is its the definitive podcast for rediscovering lost and forgotten literary classics. The show is particularly valuable for serious readers, english literature enthusiasts, and anyone looking for book recommendations outside the mainstream. New episodes are released bi-weekly, making it easy to stay up to date with the latest content. Backlisted is completely free to listen to on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
What Makes This Podcast Unique
The definitive podcast for rediscovering lost and forgotten literary classics.
Who Should Listen?
Serious readers, English literature enthusiasts, and anyone looking for book recommendations outside the mainstream.
Pricing & Plans
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Expert guests provide fascinating literary context
- Champions overlooked and diverse books
- Genuinely passionate and knowledgeable hosts
- Consistent bi-weekly release schedule
Cons
- Focused on older, often literary fiction
- Can be quite academic in its analysis
- May not cover every niche subtopic in the field
Verdict
"For anyone interested in books, Backlisted is an essential listen. The podcast excels at delivering insightful, well-produced content on a bi-weekly basis. The definitive podcast for rediscovering lost and forgotten literary classics. At free, it's one of the best values in the books podcasting space."
Frequently Asked Questions about Backlisted
What is Backlisted about?
A literary podcast that gives new life to old books. John Mitchinson and Andy Miller rediscover forgotten classics.
Who hosts Backlisted?
Backlisted is created by Unbound / John Mitchinson & Andy Miller. John Mitchinson is the co-author of The Book of General Ignorance and co-founder of Unbound. Andy Miller is an author and literary editor.
How often are new episodes of Backlisted released?
New episodes of Backlisted are released bi-weekly.
Is Backlisted free to listen to?
Yes, Backlisted is free to listen to on all major podcast platforms.
Where can I listen to Backlisted?
You can listen to Backlisted on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, and directly on the show's website. Simply search for "Backlisted" in your preferred podcast app.
About the Host: Unbound / John Mitchinson & Andy Miller
Unbound / John Mitchinson & Andy Miller
John Mitchinson is the co-author of The Book of General Ignorance and co-founder of Unbound. Andy Miller is an author and literary editor.
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