In this episode of The English 101 Experiment, colleague Andrew Gibbs joins Mason and Monica to explore the role of literature in the composition classroom. Drawing on scholarship from Jessica Lindemann, Gary Tate, and Kate Chanock, we debate the value and challenges of integrating literature into writing instruction and, through a discussion of Langston Hughes' "Thank you, Ma'am," investigate how literature can foster students' growth as writers—and individuals—by promoting belonging, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of academic writing conventions.

In season two of The English 101 Experiment podcast, Mason and Monica join colleagues for text-based discussions about the philosophies and practices at work in their college composition classrooms. In episode one, Ari Zeiger joins us for a talk about "Daedal," a poem by A.E. Stallings, and "Daedalus and Icarus Within: The Literature/Art/Writing Connection," a work of scholarship by Gabriele Lusser Rico.

In this last episode of season one, Mason and Monica consider Icarus, in Jack Gilbert’s “Failing and Flying” and E.L. Mayo’s “Icarus,” as they reflect on their own failing and flying during the last year and discuss what’s next for the English 101 Experiment.

In episode nine, Mason and Monica welcome colleague Jen Kooken to a discussion of generative AI tools, how they impact our role as writers and writing teachers, and how they fit into the English 101 Experiment.

Monica Talks to Mason's StudentsFeatured in this episode are two students who took Mason’s ENGL 101 class in the Fall 2023: Chloe and Rachel.

Mason Talks to Monica's StudentsIn episode eight, a two part episode, Mason and Monica take turns talking with each other’s students about their experiences in The English 101 Experiment.

In episode seven, Mason and Monica welcome back colleague Andrew Gibbs for a deep dive into the texts they’ve chosen to use throughout The English 101 Experiment.

In episode six, Mason and Monica welcome colleague Ari Zeiger to a discussion full of reflections and outlooks as they begin another semester of The English 101 Experiment.

In episode five, Mason and Monica welcome colleague Sean F. Munro to a discussion of the challenges and pleasant surprises encountered throughout the first semester of The English 101 Experiment.

In episode four, Mason and Monica welcome colleague Audra Rouse to a discussion of fairness, grades, student learning outcomes, and (self)assessment as they apply to The English 101 Experiment.

In episode three, Mason and Monica welcome colleagues Abbey Wallig and Andrew Gibbs to a discussion of what happens on a day-to-day basis during The English 101 Experiment.