The Atlantic Out Loud
The Journalist and the Manipulator
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Janet Malcolm policed the literary ruses of others, but wasn’t afraid to deploy them herself. By Thomas Mallon From the November 2026 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news: http://theatlantic.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices