99% Invisible

445- The Clinch

99% Invisible ›

38:08 | Jun 2nd, 2021

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After Producer Katie Mingle's mom wrote a romance novel, Katie set out to understand the romance genre and its classic covers. There was a lot to unpack.



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epekilis recommended:Jul 23rd, 2021

Warning: Potential trigger: Discussion of sexual violence in commercial context. Many years ago, my sister and I took a freelance writing course together for fun. I’ve never been a romance fan, but the classes on that genre were absolutely eye-opening and gave me a whole new respect for the busine...Show More

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mm recommended:Jul 29th, 2021

Ever wondered about those romance novels in grocery store aisles with men and women in salacious poses? Well here's an entire episode that traces its origins and future. Eye-opening.

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rmmiller364 recommended:Jul 20th, 2021

Super interesting! I love the phrase “the clinch.”

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