WVU Reads- A Campus Read Podcast

Geoff Hilsabeck guides listeners through a shared literary journey with WVU Reads-A Campus Read Podcast. This series is built around a single, impactful book chosen by West Virginia University for its community to explore collectively. The current season delves into Tara Westover's memoir, "Educated," examining its complex themes of family, self-invention, and the transformative yet often painful pursuit of knowledge. In each episode, Geoff brings his perspective as an author and English professor into conversation with colleagues and subject experts, creating a layered discussion that goes beyond a simple book review. The conversations unpack key points from the text, connect the memoir to broader ideas, and consider why this particular story resonates so deeply within an academic community and beyond. It’s a podcast that functions as a companion to the reading experience, offering depth and context that enrich your understanding. You’ll hear genuine, thoughtful dialogue that treats the book as a starting point for larger explorations about education, belief, and history. The tone is accessible and engaging, welcoming both those who have finished the book and those still making their way through its pages. By focusing on one title for a full season, the podcast allows for a sustained and meaningful investigation, mirroring the way a great book can occupy your thoughts long after you’ve turned the final page. Geoff’s role as both host and fellow explorer makes the discussion feel like a natural extension of the campus common read program, bringing the university’s intellectual community to your ears.