From the Archives: Daniel Mendelsohn and Jonathan Lethem

As we gear up for what’s sure to be a memorable conversation next week at ALOUD between writers George Saunders and Bernard Cooper, we’re still ruminating on a conversation between another dynamic pairing last fall. On Thursday, November 8, 2012, Daniel Mendelsohn (Waiting for the Barbarians) and Jonathan Lethem (The Ecstasy of Influence) met for the first time to commiserate over the blessings and curses of the contemporary essay form. If you missed this fascinating conversation on craft, you can watch the video below. Stay up-to-date on all the latest videos by signing-up to follow ALOUD’s Vimeo channel.

Catch other recently added videos of ALOUD favorites like Anne Lamott, and Jeff Bridges and Bernie Glassman on the ALOUDla Vimeo channel.

 

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Stacy Lieberman

As President and CEO of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles (LFLA), Stacy Lieberman is an innovative and inclusive leader whose career dwells at the intersection of arts and culture, lifelong learning, storytelling, and equitable access. Stacy guides the Foundation’s philanthropic and public-facing priorities to serve the Los Angeles Public Library, embracing the notion that libraries are beacons of democracy where everyone is welcome. She works intentionally with community leaders, donors, and internal and external strategic partners to raise awareness and resources for the Library and its life-changing initiatives.

With more than 20 years of experience as a senior executive, Stacy has left an indelible mark on iconic L.A. arts, non-profit, and educational institutions such as The Broad, the Autry Museum of the American West, and the Skirball Cultural Center. Building on an early career in book publishing, she has dedicated her professional life to sharing stories and broadening the reach of public institutions to welcome visitors and students of all ages and backgrounds to experience educational, arts, and cultural opportunities.