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The Count of Monte Cristo

Duration: 0:01:44.150204

In her literary column, Luana Bernardes discusses the recent French adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel "The Count of Monte Cristo," which has returned to the cinema 22 years after a previous film adaptation. Originally published in 1846, this book is one of Bernardes' favorites, telling the story of a man wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. Throughout the over 1,300 pages, readers delve into the protagonist's loneliness and the challenges he faces in prison as he seeks revenge. The novel emphasizes the significance of education in the 19th century, originally published in serial format that left readers eager for more, much like a soap opera. Bernardes highlights a special edition of the book released by Martin Claret, featuring a distinctive red leather cover. Listeners can find more of her work on the BandNews FM Rio website, and she encourages following her on Instagram.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: French Adaptation of "The Count of Monte Cristo"

Gabriel Garcia Marquez's classic on TV

Duration: 0:01:45.482449

In her column "Literatura com Luana Bernardes," Luana discusses the adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez's classic novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" into a TV series now available on Netflix. She expresses her excitement for the connection between books and their screen adaptations, emphasizing the series' promise to capture Márquez's signature magical realism. For those planning to read the book, she encourages them to delve into the stories of seven generations of the Buendía family in the fictional town of Macondo, highlighting the themes of cyclical history and challenges that resonate with Latin American culture. She also notes the dynamic nature of the narrative, where time swiftly shifts between pages, and mentions the humorous elements that made her smile. Luana invites readers to follow her literary column on the website Nilza Filme and on her Instagram, encouraging those interested to find her column on audio streaming platforms as well.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: Literature

The Immortal Machado de Assis, Author of Himself

Duration: 0:02:10.742857

In a discussion about the literary genius of Machado de Assis, Luana Bernardes highlights the intricate understanding of the human mind presented in his works, particularly through the character of Capitu in "Dom Casmurro." She refers to Adelmo Marcos Rossi, who thoroughly explored Machadian literature, suggesting that Assis inadvertently laid the groundwork for conceptual psychology long before Freud. Rossi's book, "O Imortal Machado de Assis," delves into the author's portrayal of psychological concepts, indicating that one does not need extensive knowledge to recognize these ideas in Assis's writing. Bernardes compares Machiavellian concepts to historical events, such as Julius Caesar's crossing of the Rubicon, which symbolizes significant and irreversible decisions. The self-published book contains over 450 pages analyzing Assis's novels, chronicles, poems, and plays. For more on literature, you can visit the BandNews FM Rio website or follow her on Instagram.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: Adelmo Marcos Rossi's analysis of Machado de Assis's literary legacy

Literary tip with Cristiano Deveras, Evoé café with folk, rock and blues and much more...

Duration: 0:04:26.657959

**Summary: Cultura em Pauta** Hello, my name is Falto Borges, and welcome to Cultura em Pauta, your daily cultural meeting on FM and your favorite streaming platform. We have various leisure updates for you this week, starting with dance! Registration for the Colmeia Criativa project, which helps nurture new dancers and choreographers, is open until Wednesday. We are honored to have the rehearsal director, Érica, join us to discuss the project and its upcoming second edition of integrated training for choreographers in Goiás, launching on January 24. Additionally, we have a literary tip from the writer Cristiano de Zé, who recommends "Os Motoristas" by Beto Silva, a police novel that follows the story of a stand-up comedian from a family of police officers investigating the murders of comedians. The book is available in bookstores, on the publisher's website, and on Beto Silva’s social media. In music news, this Friday at Café, singer-songwriter Victor will perform a special show featuring a diverse repertoire of original songs and classic rock and blues covers. The performance starts at 7 PM, with tickets available on Sympla. Furthermore, this Saturday marks the second stage of the latest Giro Dance Showcase at Parque Mutirama, running through Sunday with various national and international performances, including "Cerrado: Mundo Mágico," starting at 11 AM and free to attend. Thank you for tuning into Cultura em Pauta. Don't forget to check out the recommended book and enjoy the live music. Goodnight, and see you tomorrow!

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: Dance Training in Goiás

Horror books

Duration: 0:03:03.484081

In the segment "Literatura com Luana Bernardes," Luana shares Halloween-themed reading recommendations for those who enjoy spine-chilling literature. She begins with Stephen King's classic horror novel "The Shining," which follows a family moving into an isolated hotel while the father serves as the winter caretaker. The story's eerie atmosphere is heightened by the son, Danny, who sees things that others cannot, leading to chilling secrets being unveiled. Luana also recommends "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley, published in 1818. She clarifies that Frankenstein is the name of the creator, Victor Frankenstein, not the monster itself. The narrative presents two perspectives: Victor's anguish over creating a creature that is shunned by society, and the creature's desperate struggle for acceptance despite being different. Lastly, she suggests "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," published in 1886 by Irish author Robert Louis Stevenson. This novella explores the duality of human nature through Dr. Jekyll's experiment to separate the good and evil within himself, illustrating that everyone harbors both light and darkness. Luana invites listeners to follow her literary column on the BandNews FM Rio website and on her Instagram, where she shares more insights and recommendations. She encourages listeners to seek out her column and other audio streaming platforms for more content.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: Halloween Reads: Stephen King, Mary Shelley, and Robert Louis Stevenson

Asian Literature on the Rise at the São Paulo Biennial

Duration: 0:02:35.883492

In a recent edition of "Literatura com Luana Bernardes" the spotlight is on the rising popularity of Asian literature in Brazil, highlighted by the recent Bienal de São Paulo. The pavilion of the Record publishing group at the fair was inspired by the cover of the book "Meus Dias na Livraria Amor" by Japanese author Satoshi EAG Salvar, published by Bertrand Brasil. This story follows a young man named Takako who, after losing everything, finds solace in a bookstore. Another notable title is "Bem-vindos à Livraria" by South Korean author Huang Bo Hyun, published by Editora Intrínseca, which explores the transformative impact of a bookstore on people's lives. Additionally, the Asian literature segment at the Bienal included a successful book, "Receitar um Gato," which offers therapeutic insights through the journey of five people seeing a psychiatrist, published by Rocco. South Korean author Wang Yi’s works also gained traction, including "Amêndoas," about a boy who struggles to identify and express emotions, and "O Impulso de Champion," which tells the story of a character obsessed with improving his posture. The Bienal de São Paulo has concluded, with the next book fair scheduled for Rio de Janeiro from June 13 to 22. Luana Bernardes encourages readers to follow her column and connect on social media for more literary insights.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: Rising Popularity of Asian Literature in BrazilThe Transformative Power of Bookstores in Literature

Food and Sustainability #39: Fires and deforestation

Duration: 0:05:35.072653

The discussion revolves around the connection between agro-food systems and deforestation, featuring Nadir Marques and Estela São Severino, a graduate student and researcher at the Josué de Castro Chair for Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems at USP. Estela explains that deforestation largely refers to the conversion of native vegetation, particularly forests, for agricultural and livestock purposes. A recent report highlights that over 97% of native vegetation loss in the last five years was due to agriculture. The Amazon and the Cerrado biomes are particularly affected, with significant areas being cleared for cattle ranching followed by monoculture crops like soy and corn. It is noteworthy that most of these crops (about 41% of global grain production) are used for animal feed, especially for poultry and pigs. The conversation also addresses the critical situation regarding fires in Brazilian biomes in 2024. The Pantanal experienced severe fires, exacerbated by climate change and poorly managed agricultural land clearing. Deforestation significantly contributes to climate change, with agro-food systems responsible for a third of global emissions, including 18.4% from forest conversion. Deforestation itself accounts for 11% of total greenhouse gas emissions. Estela points out that Brazil has the potential to implement strategies such as zero deforestation, regenerative cattle ranching, and restoring degraded lands to mitigate climate change. The discussion concludes with Nadir thanking Estela for her insights and encouraging listeners to explore more about sustainable food systems.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: AgricultureDeforestationAgro-Food Systems

Environment is the Means #18: Fragmented climate agenda could bring even more impacts to the environment

Duration: 0:28:16.156735

The radio program "Ambiente" aired by Rádio USP features a conversation with Olivia Ainbinder, a lawyer specializing in climate change and environmental law. Olivia discusses her journey into politics, her experience working with the Instituto Talanoa, and their project "Política por Inteiro," which monitors environmental policies and climate change using artificial intelligence to analyze government actions. She mentions her previous roles in various organizations and her founding of an initiative focused on climate change law. The conversation shifts to the challenges in Brazilian environmental policy, highlighting the fragmented nature of climate change agendas among legislators. Olivia points out that although there are groups like the Parliamentary Front for Environmentalists, a cohesive "climate caucus" is lacking. She notes that climate issues are often overshadowed by competing priorities in Congress, such as health and education, which complicates the legislative process. Olivia emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change, referencing a recent report from the IPCC warning that the world is approaching unacceptable warming levels. The discussion wraps up with Olivia advocating for increased awareness and action in the legislative sphere, stressing the importance of monitoring both executive and legislative actions to safeguard environmental policies.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: AI in Climate Change Monitoring: "Política por Inteiro" ProjectChallenges in Brazilian Environmental Policy and Legislative Action

Minisode: Fear

Duration: 0:17:57.185306

The text discusses a conversation about the various fears experienced by entrepreneurs, specifically during different phases of their startup journey. The speaker introduces Ana, a psychologist with over 20 years of HR experience, who shares insights about managing these fears. The conversation starts with the acknowledgment that fear is a universal human emotion that can manifest in entrepreneurship. Ana explains that fear often involves feelings of danger or discomfort, and it's crucial to understand how to manage reactions to it. She highlights several common fears entrepreneurs face, particularly during the investment process, including the fear of rejection, inadequacy, and the uncertainty of whether their product will find a market. Ana categorizes the fears into stages of development for startups. In the early stages, the main fear is creating a product that no one needs, leading to anxiety about whether there's sufficient demand for the idea. As the startup matures, concerns shift toward financial management, such as the fear of running out of cash and the challenges of making investment decisions that could impact the business's future. In summary, the discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these fears as part of the entrepreneurial journey, highlighting that understanding and managing them is essential for success.

Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Topics: Managing investment anxiety