Podcast Episodes

Episode 47: The Thing About Depictions of Roma in Emma with guest Amanda-Rae Prescott

Season 1

Writer and period drama expert Amanda-Rae Prescott joins us for this episode to discuss depictions of Roma in Emma, starting with the novel and then …

3 years, 9 months ago

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Episode 46: The Thing About Queen Mab

Season 1

They say you should never look a gift horse in the mouth, but we're here to do just that. This episode we're investigating Willoughby's attempted equ…

3 years, 9 months ago

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Episode 45: The Thing About Weymouth

Season 1

This week we're headed to Weymouth to check out the scene of Jane Fairfax and Frank Churchill's courtship. Join us as we first peruse the daily sched…

3 years, 9 months ago

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Episode 44: The Thing About Gowland with guest Dr. June Oh

Season 1

Sir Walter is offering free beauty consultations, but we have some serious questions about this Gowland product that he won't stop recommending. Than…

3 years, 9 months ago

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Episode 43: The Thing About General Tilney's Breakfast China

Season 1

We hope you set an alarm! It's time for breakfast with General Tilney, and he does not like to be kept waiting. On the plus side, he will tell you ex…

3 years, 10 months ago

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Episode 42: The Thing About Lady Catherine's Chimney-piece

Season 1

Mr. Collins is here, and he is ready to enumerate the many fine qualities of all the furnishings at Rosings Park. No really, sit down. This could tak…

3 years, 11 months ago

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Episode 41: The Thing About Harriet's Treasure Box with guest Damianne Scott

Season 1

Nothing says "I'm over you" like a ceremonial burning with your bestie. Guest Damianne Scott joins us to break down the scene where Harriet finally m…

3 years, 11 months ago

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Episode 40: The Thing About Lady Bertram's Pug with guest Dr. Stephanie Howard-Smith

Season 1

Every dog has its day! Dr. Stephanie Howard-Smith is here to answer all of our many questions about Lady Bertram's pug in Mansfield Park, covering ev…

3 years, 11 months ago

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Episode 39: The Thing About Mrs. Dashwood's Linens

Season 1

John and Fanny Dashwood are sadly waving goodbye to some valuable household objects, and we're here to explain why they really need to get over thems…

4 years ago

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Episode 38: The Thing About Louisa's Fall with guest Dr. Matthew Reznicek

Season 1

This week we're joined by guest Dr. Matthew Reznicek as we discuss one of the most pivotal scenes in Persuasion. In addition to Louisa's injury and t…

4 years ago

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