The Addicted Austenite: Recent Episodes
Catherine Price
Jane Austen is one of my all-time favourite authors and I love the Georgian Period in British History, so I've decided to share my passion with you all and talk to you about different subjects surrounding Jane Austen. The episodes will be weekly (hopefully, I have a health issue so it might not always be exact) and they will break down into a few different categories:A History of England by a Partial, Prejudiced and Ignorant Historian. (General Georgian\Regency history)A. Lady (Jane's Life)There is No Enjoyment Like Reading (Jane's Novels)News Flash (Jane in the news and popular discussions)The Reel Jane Austen (Jane's books on film)This podcast is just a bit of fun to give me a nice project to work on, so I hope you enjoy it. Your faithful servant, The Author
The next major historical event on our Addicted Austenite list is Edward Jenner and his Smallpox vaccine.
This episode explores the historical importance of Mary Wollstonecraft's writing and publishing A Vindication on the Rights of Woman and the parallels we can see in Jane Austen's own writing.
This long-overdue episode is about the industrial revolution of the late 17- early 1800s and where we see it in Jane's novels.
Diving further into the historical context of Jane's novels, this episode looks at the Australian Penal Colony set up in 1788.
Continuing important historical events in Jane's life, this episode looks at the voyages of Captain Cook and the 'mysterious' way he died.
Starting off our run of important historical events during Jane's lifetime this episode looks at the American Revolution and War of Independence, the latter of which started the year Jane was born.
Here is the link to the myths article I mention in the episode if you're curious (I do love a good bit of myth busting): https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/myths-of-the-american-revolution-10941835/
This episode looks at whether or not Jane Austen knew some sign language, and what kind of sign language it might have been.
This episode looks at the discussion of slavery in Mansfield Park and how much we're able to glean from it about Jane's own feelings about slavery and race issues.
This episode looks at how POC are remembered in British history, or more accurately, why they haven't been. This does cover the topic of slavery.
This episode is a look at the Hallmark Christmas film Pride and Prejudice and Mistletoe.
This episode looks at all of the mentions of Christmas in Jane Austen's writing and the patterns that we can see.
We've finally come to the end of this ITV series based on Jane Austen's Sanditon. How does it fare as an Austen Adaptation?
This is a review of episode seven of ITV's Sanditon. Things are falling apart for Edward Denham and three's company at the Regatta.
In this episode Charlotte goes to London, Sidney gets redeemed, and things get a bit (a lot) steamy with the Denhams.
This episode talks about the 5th instalment of Sanditon, particularly that cricket match.
This is a review of the fourth episode of the ITV series Sanditon where we talk satisfying mid-point changes.
This is the first episode of our look at Sanditon where I review the first episode of the new ITV series.
This episode looks at the unfinished Jane Austen novel, the Watsons, and at the various attempts that there have been to finish it over the years.
This episode is a review of the 1995 film version of Persuasion from the BBC, and about why I love it so much.
This episode is going over the plot of Persuasion with all the info from the last few episodes put into context.
This episode is all about Anne's romantic encounters in Persuasion, and why it's really the most romantic of all Jane's novels.
In this episode, we look at the seaside resort of Lyme Regis and why it's so important to Persuasion.
This episode is about the Georgian Britain attitudes towards the Navy and how that's displayed by Captain Wentworth in Persuasion.
This episode looks at the recent novel; Miss Austen by Gill Hornby, and how we remember Jane and honour her life and work.
This episode kicks off our look at Persuasion and discusses the Baronetage which Sir Walter loves.
This episode is a review of the 2007 film version of Northanger Abbey (one of my favourite films ever!)
This episode gives a plot overview of Northanger Abbey and puts our episodes on themes into context in the story.
This episode looks at the rules for ballroom etiquette for Georgian Britons and Jane Austen's characters.
This episode looks at the best way to make your Regency journeys.
It also calls out John Thorpe on all his bragging.
Continuing our look at Northanger Abbey, we jump into the history of the novel and how Jane was the hero British novels needed right then (and also the hero they deserved).
This episode looks at the Gothic genre of Literature and how it is parodied in Northanger Abbey.
I have always loved Jane Austen and Northanger Abbey, in particular, played an important role in my development as a writer. So I wanted to talk about my experience and why Northanger Abbey is my favourite novel!
Book links:
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Our last review of an Emma adaptation in this go-around. Let's see where it falls in the standings!
A review of our second Emma adaptation of 1996, starring Kate Beckinsale.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast, you can find me of twitter: @cathpriceauthor, facebook: the addicted austenite, and my website: theaddictedausteniteblog.wordpress.com
This episode is a bit different from usual, but it was something important that I wanted to get out whilst we are still figuring out our new circumstances.
Here are my contact details if you need to talk:
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Twitter: @CathPriceAuthor
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Having a look at the core themes of Emma, and how that relates to modern adaptations of Jane's novels. Look out for some Clueless!
This episode looks at why poor Jane Fairfax is so horrified by the thought of having to become a governess.
This episode looks at the age gap between Emma Woodhouse and Mr Knightley (and some of Jane's other couples) and looks at whether this was a common occurrence as seems to be the general consensus on the past.
We're diving into the dedication that we find at the beginning of Emma, why Jane hated doing it, and why everyone hated Prince George.
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How did the Britons of the Georgian era celebrate Valentine's Day?
small comment, I am recovering from a cold so my voice might sound a bit funny (or funnier than normal)
I said I'd be back after Christmas, and here I am! Have a listen to see what's coming up on the Addicted Austenite.
We bring our in-depth look at Mansfield Park to an end as we discuss the events of the novel.
This episode looks at the importance of Fanny's amber cross and its necklace to the story of Mansfield Park.
This episode is a play and a review of the card game Jane Austen's Matchmaker.
https://www.sabrewolfgames.co.uk/jane-austens-matchmaker/
Starting off our look at Mansfield Park, we're taking a look at Georgian adoption practices and how it affects the characters and the story in the novel.
This is a trailer for the new sister podcast of The Addicted Austenite which is a recording of Jane Austen's letters (which are in the public domain) so that you can hear the author's words for yourself.
This episode wraps up our in-depth look at Pride and Prejudice by talking about the world's favourite Jane Austen adaptation.
This episode looks at the 2005 film version of Pride and Prejudice and how it measures up as a literary adaptation.
This episode is a quick recap of everything that happens in Pride and Prejudice and how it links to our previous episodes.
This episode looks at how Jane's contemporary readers might have pictures Mr Darcy and how it differs just a bit from Colin Firth.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/02/09/academics-reveal-mr-darcy-would-have-looked-like-not-think/
This episode looks at the Jane Austen and Fanny Burney and how scholars like to draw links between Pride and Prejudice and Cecilia.
This episode looks at the British Class System that dominated the lives of Jane's characters, particularly in Pride and Prejudice - class is what the pride and the prejudice are all about!
So, this should have been last week's episode until I got distracted by shiny, bright red militiamen.
This looks at what makes a Georgian estate and also how Mr Darcy and Mr Bingley are both estate owning gentlemen, but why they are so different.
Have you ever noticed Jane's seeming anti-army bias in her novels? Well, this might just explain it.
Take a look at the militia in Jane Austen's England and why Mr Wickham is the perfect stereotypical militiaman.
A look at the incomes of the Georgian era and how we can understand it by today's money.
Here is the calculation I mention:
later year's index
amount to be valued x ------------------------ = modern equivalent
earlier year's index
Sorry, this episode isn't about how Harry Potter fits into Jane's work. It's about the three main, different types of characters that she uses to tell her stories with some examples from Pride and Prejudice.
A review of the 2008 BBC miniseries Sense and Sensibility. Plus a little discussion of talking points in the JA fandom.
Kicking off our reviews of Sense and Sensibility adaptations, we've got the best known 1995 film by Ang Lee.
This is a summary of the novel Sense and Sensibility, and how it ties into the episodes we've done over the past few weeks.
This episode looks at the many rules around courtship in the Georgian era and how Sense and Sensibility is essentially a Regency dating guide.
Who inherits property? How do they do it? And why is it important to Sense and Sensibility?
Starting off the in-depth look at Jane's novels, this episode considers exactly what the Sensibility in Sense and Sensibility means.
What would happen if Lizzy Bennet had to fight zombies whilst trying to get a good husband?
Well... Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
Spoiler Warning - I do talk about the plot of the film!
In this episode, we look at the last few years of Jane's life and we take a look at the mystery surrounding Jane's death.
Jane has been given a permanent home in Chawton Cottage thanks to brother Edward and she is finally able to get on with being an author!
We've reached the city of Bath in Jane's lifetime. But what did she really think of the city that she used as inspiration for two novels?
This episode looks at the start of Jane's career writing novels. Also, she has a 'friendship' with a certain young man. And, she hears some life-changing news.
This episode looks at the most notable work of Jane's Juvenilia, and the brilliant film adaptation.
Events have led me to think about how the Georgian's marked death and what role that it played Jane's novels.
This episode is a look at Jane's juvenilia - the short stories, poems and plays she wrote between the ages of 11-18.
This episode looks at Jane Austen's early life and whether or not she can be called a 'successful high school dropout'.
The seventh and last entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #ComingToHertfordshireWithTheDesignsOfSelectingAWife
Happy Valentines <3
The fifth entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #YouHaveTheTouchesOfAngelInYou
Happy Valentines <3
The first entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #IAmHalfAgonyHalfHope
Happy Valentines <3
The second entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #MyFeelingsWillNotBeRepressed
Happy Valentines <3
The third entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #TheDangerIsMyOwn
Happy Valentines <3
The fourth entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #IfILovedYouAnyLessIMightBeAbleToTalkAboutItMore
Happy Valentines <3
The sixth entry in our most romantic Jane Austen moments competition. To vote for this as your favourite, go to my twitter @cathpriceauthor and like and retweet #IDancedWithAVeryAgreeableYoungMan
Happy Valentines <3
This episode looks into Jane's family and how they helped shape Jane into the person she was.
This episode is a review of the Jane Austen inspired Bridget Jones' Diary, just a super, wonderful, brilliant film!
This is the final part of our timeline of events that happened during Jane's lifetime. Listen in for the War of 1812 and the birth of Frankenstein.
So, this episode is the third part of our timeline epic, looking at the period from 1796 to 1805.
Note: I have to apologise for the quality of this episode, my laptop is still having trouble but I thought it would be better to have something up rather than nothing. Hopefully, when my laptop is behaving better I will be able to re-record it.
This is a quick little episode about the Jane Austen news that broke recently about the discovery of a photo album full of Austen family pictures.
Continuing on from last week, this episode looks at the next ten years of Jane's life from 1786 to 1795, where we shift focus from the American Revolution to the French Revolution.
This is the first episode to look at the historical events that happened during Jane's lifetime. This is to help you place Jane into her correct historical context and see what events influenced her work.
This episode takes a look at how a Georgian Christmas looked, what you did and how it was different to Christmases we know today.
This episode looks at the film Austenland which explores the wonderful world of the Jane Austen fandom.
To kick off the News Flash episodes, I'm going to talk about Jane Austen being put on British ten pound notes. The note was released in 2017 and has been much talked about before and since.
This new episode of the Addicted Austenite looks into the time period that Jane lived in. It will cover the difference between Georgian and Regency as well as which George was which. So if you're a little fuzzy on timelines, give this a listen!
To kick off this podcast, I've decided to combine two of my categories, A. Lady and Reel Jane Austen and bring you this episode: Unbecoming Jane.
This is a look at the biopic film Becoming Jane.
As the title suggests, it's not my favourite biopic.
The Addicted Austenite Podcast is going to look at many different aspects of Jane Austen's life and her novels. Give this intro a listen to find out what I've got planned.