Tripod

On this episode of Tripod, join Ann Fisher-Wirth and Laura-Gray Street, co-editors of two Trinity University Press publications, The Ecopoetry Anthology and Attached to the Living World, to discuss the subject of ecopoetry, and its ability to bring people together, reconnect us to our ecological consciousness, and inspire us to work toward a brighter future. 

On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Ron Nirenberg, Trinity University alumni, former KRTU station manager, and former Mayor of  San Antonio, to discuss the importance of learning about and connecting with your local community by exploring the messages and experiences he shares in, Nirenberg: The Education of a Texas Public Servant”.

On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Jennifer Case, a creative writing professor at the University of Central Arkansas, an assistant nonfiction editor at Terrain.org, and author of the Trinity University Press publication, We Are Animals, to discuss the concept of motherhood and parenting as an avenue to explore everyone’s relationship to their environment and our global circumstances. 

On this episode of Tripod, join us for a discussion with Lucie Frost, a retired employment lawyer, writer, and author of the Trinity University Press publication, How the Hell Did I Not Know That?, to discuss her midlife journey from couch to curiosity, and how others can learn new ways to engage with their communities and environments from the comfort of their homes. 

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.

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!