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Episode 122: The Thing About The Romance of the Forest
Episode 122: The Thing About The Romance of the Forest
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The Thing About Austen is a podcast about Jane Austen's world — the people, objects, and culture that shape Austen's fiction. Come for the historical context and stay for the literary shenanigans. Think of us as your somewhat cheeky tour guides to the life and times of Jane Austen.
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- Episode 122: The Thing About The Romance of the Forest · 32 min · Seizoen 1Spooky season has arrived, and we're celebrating by diving into a classic gothic novel. This episode we pore over the pages of Ann Radcliffe's The Romance of the Forest, one of…
- Episode 121: The Thing About Henry Tilney's Dogs with guest Dr. Stephanie Howard-Smith · 34 min · Seizoen 1Catherine Morland is thrilled to be visiting Henry Tilney's home. Bonus: she gets to meet his very cute dogs. Pet historian Dr. Stephanie Howard-Smith is back to analyze Henry's…
- Episode 120: The Thing About Mr. Darcy's Ten Thousand a Year · 38 min · Seizoen 1Mr. Bingley has brought a friend to the Meryton assembly, and everyone is abuzz with excitement. This episode we take a look at Mr. Darcy's bank balance and get into exactly what…
- Episode 119: The Thing About Sea-bathing · 47 min · Seizoen 1Everyone loves a good trip to the seaside. Everyone, that is, except Mr. Woodhouse. This episode we take a deep dive into the practice of sea-bathing in Jane Austen's time. If…
- Episode 118: The Thing About Mrs. Clay Under Mr. Elliot's Protection · 1 u 0 min · Seizoen 1What exactly does Austen mean when she describes Mrs. Clay as being "under his protection"? And what's in it for everyone involved? This episode we examine the role of mistresses…
- Episode 117: The Thing About Barton Cottage · 33 min · Seizoen 1The Dashwood ladies have moved to Devon, and everyone seems to have an opinion on their new digs. This episode we discuss cottages, in all their many permutations. If you have…
- Episode 116: The Thing About Mrs. Bates's Knitting with guest Eleanor Gilchrist · 32 min · Seizoen 1Mrs. Bates may be sitting quietly in the corner, but her hands are always busy. This episode we are joined by knitting and crochet historian Eleanor Gilchrist to discuss the…
- Episode 115: The Thing About Harriet as a Natural Daughter · 39 min · Seizoen 1Emma has big plans for Harriet, and these plans require a backstory, which Emma is more than happy to concoct. This episode we unpack the meaning of the expression "natural…
- Episode 114: The Thing About Miss Lambe with guest Damianne Scott · 37 min · Seizoen 1This episode we welcome back guest Damianne Scott to discuss Miss Lambe from Austen's unfinished work, Sanditon. Dami covers exactly why Miss Lambe is such an important character…
- Episode 113: The Thing About Grosvenor Street · 25 min · Seizoen 1The Netherfield crew have all decamped for London, and Caroline wants to make sure that Jane knows all about it. This episode we're checking out Grosvenor Street and its…
- Episode 112: The Thing About Lovers' Vows · 30 min · Seizoen 1Mansfield Park has been hit by the theatrical bug, and shenanigans and intrigue are afoot. Please take your seat and silence all devices, because this episode we're peeking…
- Episode 111: The Thing About Catherine and the Mysterious Apartments with guest Kate Emery · 34 min · Seizoen 1Detective Catherine is on the case. The crime? Murder most foul. If only she can find some evidence. This episode we're joined by Kate Emery of Austen Therapy to discuss…
- Episode 110: The Thing About Lady Catherine's Windows with guest Dr. Emily Davis-Hale · 22 min · Seizoen 1Have you heard of this really, really, REALLY amazing house called Rosings? No seriously, it's basically the greatest house that has ever been built. And the windows! Don't even…
- Episode 109: The Thing About the Assizes · 30 min · Seizoen 1Admiral Croft went away to sea, and Mr. Musgrove went away to Taunton. And Mrs. Musgrove seems to think that's the same thing. Grab your fanciest and most judicial red robe…
- Episode 108: The Thing About the Barouche-landau · 30 min · Seizoen 1The weather is fine, and Mrs. Elton would like to go for a drive with the top down. This episode we're covering barouches, landaus, and Mrs. Elton's favorite, the…
- Episode 107: The Thing About Manydown Park with guests Prerna Ramachandra and Sarah Rose Kearns · 33 min · Seizoen 1In December 1802, while visiting family friends at Manydown Park, Jane Austen received and accepted a proposal of marriage from Harris Bigg-Wither. The next day, she withdrew her…
- Episode 106: The Thing About Special Licenses · 29 min · Seizoen 1Mrs. Bennet would like to ensure that Lizzy's special day is the MOST special. And what better way to do that than by having Darcy and Lizzy marry by special license. This…
- Episode 105: The Thing About Marianne's Music with guest Dr. Elizabeth Weybright · 55 min · Seizoen 1Marianne has a lot of feelings, and what better way of expressing them than through her music? Dr. Elizabeth "Elly" Weybright joins us for this episode to discuss Marianne as a…
- Episode 104: The Thing About The Crescent · 23 min · Seizoen 1Henry Tilney has mysteriously disappeared, and Catherine will not rest until she finds him. Next up in her investigation? The Crescent. Join us as we cover the history and…
- Episode 103: The Thing About Elegant Extracts · 22 min · Seizoen 1Harriet has been talking a lot about this nice guy she met, which means that Emma has questions. In addition to Robert Martin's blood type, school transcripts, and tax returns…
