Thando Nkosi

Swallow

Arts EN ↓ 5 episodes

Welcome to Swallow—a podcast where I dive into the significance of written works, from novels and essays to historical texts and scripts. Whether it’s a strange play, an article on 20th-century ideologies, or your favourite film dialogue, we explore how words shape societies, cultures, and our perspectives. Each episode features soothing background ambience to enhance your listening experience and invite relaxation. I’m Thando, and I’m so glad you’re here.

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Thando Nkosi

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Ecopoetica & The Significance of Documenting An Earth Within Ourselves 16.05.2026 24:30

Hey there. Today’s episode is an Earth Day special. I’ll be diving into the concept of ecopoetry and exploring two powerful ecopoems by beloved Black writers and intellectuals that go beyond the usual themes of early environmentalism: “After the Winter” by Claude McKay and “The Negro Speaks of Rivers” by Langston Hughes. Muscle & Bone (newsletter) Muscle & Bone Literary (crowdfunding for...

Desire: A Cause Inferred by Entropy (On Elizabeth Smart and the Disorder of Love) 25.03.2026 27:40

Hey, you. On today’s episode, I will be diving into Elizabeth Smart’s most acclaimed prose, “By Grand Central Station, I Sat Down and Wept”. Desire, obsession and lyricism from the heavens are on the menu with this literary analysis. Muscle & Bone Literary (crowdfunding for bookstore) Muscle & Bone (newsletter) Buy Me A Coffee x Music: Almost in F - Tranquillity Artist: Kevin MacLeod Artis...

Shakespeare as a Self-Portrait: Who Language Was Built For 25.03.2026 28:44

Hey you. Today's episode is about the relationship between Black and brown audiences and Shakespearean literature and language, using several written works and academic essays as part of the analysis. Let's have fun! Muscle & Bone Literary⁠ (crowdfunding for bookstore) ⁠Muscle & Bone⁠ (newsletter) ⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠ x Music: Almost in F - Tranquillity Artist: Kevin MacLeod Artist We...

Breasts and Eggs and Existential Duty 25.03.2026 28:26

Hey you. In this episode, I'll be dissecting Mieko Kawakami's critically acclaimed novel "Breasts and Eggs". We'll look into an exploration of asexuality and aromanticism, women's experiences in modern Japan, and a journey through the desire for children. Muscle & Bone Literary⁠ (crowdfunding for bookstore) ⁠Muscle & Bone⁠ (newsletter) ⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠ x Music: A...

Swallow Trailer 23.03.2026 0:52

Welcome to Swallow—a comfortable space where I unpack the significance of written works, from novels and essays to historical texts and scripts. Whether it’s a strange play, an article on 20th-century ideologies, or your favourite film dialogue, we explore how words and literature shape societies, cultures, and even our own ways of thinking. To enhance your experience, I incorporate soothing back...