The Lit English English Lit Podcast

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who doesn't want any adventures at all, thank you very much, has an unannounced visit from 13 dwarves and a wizard, who eat his food, drink his beer, and tell him of their plan to retrieve treasure from the clutches of a dragon...and that he is one of the key members of their expedition!

One more proposal, yet more letters, and a surprise visit from a very distinguished guest.  Will it all end happily?

Shameless Lydia and Wickham, Mr. Bingley returns to Netherfield, and, wait, is that Mr. Darcy with him?

Lydia and Wickham's scandalous elopement, Mr. Gardiner's stalwart efforts, Mrs. Bennet's raptures, and a typical letter from Mr. Collins. But how did Mr. Gardiner get the money to ensure Wickham and Lydia will do the right thing?

Elizabeth visits Pemberly. Elizabeth bumps into Mr. Darcy. Elizabeth feels exceedingly awkward. But much has changed...

Darcy's letter, Elizabeth's shame, the sisters' return to Longbourn, the regiment's departure for Brighton...and Lydia's following them there.

Elizabeth arrives at Hunsford, experiences the "affability and condescension" of Lady Catherine de Bourgh, finds out some troubling information, and receives a surprise proposal!

Bingley bails, Mr. Collins proposes (again), Charlotte accepts, and Jane refuses to think ill of anyone.

The Netherfield Ball: embarrassment, awkwardness, and Mr. Collins in all his glory.

Bingley's sisters show their true colors, Mr. Darcy finds himself falling for Elizabeth, and Mr. Collins arrives!

Bingley charms, Darcy offends, Jane becomes ill, and Mrs. Bennett schemes (and also offends)!

The final episode. Laertes dies. Gertrude dies. Claudius dies. And Hamlet dies. Horatio and Fortinbras are left to pick up the pieces.

Featuring Ms. Sharp and Mr. Stevens-Wills giving their razor sharp insight into the role of women in Hamlet as well as their thoughts on literary critical lenses. Soundtrack by Elliot.

One of the most iconic scenes featuring an iconic character and an iconic symbol. Then there's a fight. Featuring legendary guest appearances from Gabriel and Henry St. John

Horatio gets a letter from Hamlet, Gertrude reports Ophelia's death, and Claudius and Laertes come up with a desperate plan to get rid of Hamlet once and for all. It involves poison, naturally.

Featuring a special guest appearance, Ophelia's madness of songs and flowers, as well as the return of a furious Laertes. Hamlet himself is absent...or is he?

Hamlet sees Fortinbras's army, is disgusted, then admiring, and finally (sort of) resolved...

Also featuring sponges, worms, and beggars. Hamlet is off to England!

While Gertrude tries to protect Hamlet, Claudius is only interested in protecting himself. Both are suffering beneath a facade of intimacy.

Polonius finds out that spying has its drawbacks, and we have another visit from the Ghost.

Hamlet doesn't act (again), but Claudius' soliloquy steals the scene.

Hamlet is agitated, the tension rises: how will Claudius react to seeing this play?

Plus some light discussions about life, death, and what is beyond.

The player's monologue and Hamlet's response to it

Hamlet's antics cause concern and confusion. Plus a special guest in the studio!