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Maria Popova is a Constantinople of ideas: born in Sofia, Bulgaria, and based in Brooklyn, she has built a reputation as a discerning cultural critic, curating deep dives into art, science, and literature. She is the founder and editor of Brain Pickings, now The Marginalian, a long-standing hub for thoughtful exploration across disciplines. While primarily known as a writer and curator, Popova’s projects often intersect with live performance, music, and poetry through The Universe in Verse, a collaborative live show that blends science, poetry, and music with visual storytelling.

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Upcoming appearances and collaborations highlight Popova’s ongoing work at the intersection of literature, science, and the performing arts. Notably, she participates in Centennial Conversations with Paola Prestini at major venues like The Morgan Library & Museum, where audiences experience thought-provoking dialogue alongside live performances. For those seeking engaging, intellectually enriching experiences, Maria Popova’s projects offer a trusted doorway to culture you can count on. Follow her official channels for the latest news and event details.

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  • Official site: The Marginalian
  • Public profiles: @BrainPicker (X/Twitter) and related The Marginalian profiles
  • Upcoming live show: The Universe in Verse (live performances with composers and musicians)
  • Recent book form: The Universe in Verse (2024 edition) and prior works including Figuring (2019)
  • Venue example: The Morgan Library & Museum in New York for Centennial Conversations (dates to be announced through official channels)

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Quick Facts About Maria Popova

  • Biography and career: Born in Sofia, Bulgaria; based in Brooklyn; founder/editor of Brain Pickings, renamed The Marginalian; author of Figuring (2019) and The Universe in Verse in book form (2024).
  • Genre and musical style: Primarily a writer and cultural critic; not a musician; The Universe in Verse blends science and poetry and involves live performances with artists and musicians.
  • Public appearances (2025): Centennial Conversations with Paola Prestini at The Morgan Library & Museum, New York, on February 4, 2025, 6:30–7:30 PM (Gilder Lehrman Hall).
  • Live projects: The Universe in Verse is a long-running live show and now a published book; partnership and performance elements have involved composers and performers (e.g., collaboration with Paola Prestini for events).
  • Social media and presence: Official site is themarginalian.org; historically associated with the Twitter/X handle @brainpicker and now linked to The Marginalian’s profiles.

Upcoming appearances and collaborations highlight Popova’s ongoing work at the intersection of literature, science, and the performing arts. Notably, she participates in Centennial Conversations with Paola Prestini at major venues like The Morgan Library & Museum, where audiences experience thought-provoking dialogue alongside live performances. For those seeking engaging, intellectually enriching experiences, Maria Popova’s projects offer a trusted doorway to culture you can count on. Follow her official channels for the latest news and event details.

  • Official site: The Marginalian
  • Public profiles: @BrainPicker (X/Twitter) and related The Marginalian profiles
  • Upcoming live show: The Universe in Verse (live performances with composers and musicians)
  • Recent book form: The Universe in Verse (2024 edition) and prior works including Figuring (2019)
  • Venue example: The Morgan Library & Museum in New York for Centennial Conversations (dates to be announced through official channels)

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