Lee Falin
My Cousin Jane
My Cousin Jane is a podcast produced by Jane Austen's cousin—well, her 8th cousin, 6 times removed—Lee Falin, about the life and works of Jane Austen. Rather than explore the "literary themes and ethos of Jane Austen", or something else you might hear about in a graduate level English Lit class, My Cousin Jane presents a light hearted, chapter-by-chapter collection of segments that one could think of as the "Deleted Scenes" or "Bonus Features" of Austen's works. With any luck, you'll come away both entertained, and with an enriched appreciation and understanding of the life and works of My Cou...
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Rheumatic Fever and Westgate Buildings - Persuasion Chapter 17 29.01.2022 8:09
What exactly is rheumatic fever and how was it treated in Regency times? What's wrong with living in Westgate buildings? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
What Sir Walter and King George III had in common, plus Regency Titles - Persuasion Chapter 16 22.01.2022 12:36
What did Sir Walter and King George III have in common? What is the proper form of address for Lady Darymple? Why is Miss Carteret not Miss Darymple? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
A Tour of Bath with Sir Walter - Persuasion Chapter 15 15.01.2022 8:13
What made Camden Place such an interesting place to live? Why was it called Camden Place? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
It's Christmastide in Uppercross! - Persuasion Chapter 14 06.01.2022 11:23
How did most regency families celebrate Christmas? Just how old was the "Old Bridge" in Bath? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Caring for the poor, treating chilblains, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 13 01.01.2022 13:45
What exactly was nurse Sarah treating when she was called back into service? What was the difference between a nursery maid and a nanny? And what were the responsibilities of the gentry towards the poor? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Carriages, Chaise, and Gigs, Oh My! - Persuasion Chapter 12 25.12.2021 16:26
What exactly is the difference between a chaise and a coach? Why is Admiral Croft's gig also referred to as a one-horse chaise? Why does Captain Wentworth return post from Lyme, and what does that mean anyway? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
All about Lyme Regis, the infamous Cobb, poets, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 11 18.12.2021 12:58
Just how famous is Lyme Regis and the infamous Cobb where Miss Musgrove takes her tumble? What exactly were bathing machines? And what does the term "Cobb" mean anyway? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
British footpaths, hedgerows, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 10 11.12.2021 12:11
Can you really just walk across open private land in England? How exactly does one lay a hedgerow and what were they for? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
We're back, with fortunes in the 1800s, country curates, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 9 04.12.2021 11:57
Just how rich was Captain Wentworth? Was being a country curate as bad as Mary says? How exactly is one "made a baronet"? And why was there such a gap between episodes 8 and 9? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
The Asp, the Laconia, and Women on Ships - Persuasion Chapter 8 01.07.2020 14:59
Were the Asp and Laconia based on real ships? Why did Captain Wentworth take the time to have a "lovely cruise" in the middle of the war? How common was it for women to be on naval ships? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Why apothecaries always want you to drink something - Persuasion Chapter 7 01.05.2020 15:00
Does Anne's conversation with Mary about little Charles prove that Jane Austen wasn't a feminist? What exactly was an apothecary and why did they always want people to drink things? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Where to Live in Bath, Servant Ranks, and Dining Precedence - Persuasion Chapter 6 24.04.2020 12:22
What was wrong with living in Queen's Square? What's the deal with the servants at Uppercross, and why is Mary taking Mrs. Musgrove's place? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Hypochondriacs, Freckles, Teeth, and Clumsy Wrists - Persuasion Chapter 5 17.04.2020 12:10
What exactly is a "clumsy wrist"? What's wrong with freckles? How was Jane Austen so familiar with hypochondriacs and why are teeth so important in her novels? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
San Domingo, Francis Austen, and Naval Prize Money - Persuasion Chapter 4 10.04.2020 11:22
What is the connection between Captain Wentworth and Francis Austen? How did Naval prize money work? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
The Peace, The Navy, and Poaching - Persuasion Chapter 3 03.04.2020 14:17
What exactly was "The Trafalgar Action"? What was a deputation? What exactly does the term "gentleman" mean? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Quit vs let, town vs country, and Mrs. Clay - Persuasion Chapter 2 27.03.2020 12:41
What does it mean to rent vs let? Why couldn't Sir Walter move to London? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Baronets, Retrenching, and how to pronounce Somersetshire - Persuasion Chapter 1 20.03.2020 12:51
What's important about the year 1814? Why is it so ironic that Sir Walter is obsessed with rank? Learn the answers to these questions and more in the inaugural episode of My Cousin Jane.
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