Frank and Emma want to throw a ball at the Crown Inn, but it doesn't happen. Instead, they say goodbye. Topics discussed include parent bait, soggy sandwiches, and Perry the Apothecary. Study questions: Topics discussed include what a ball would mean for Highbury, whether we believe Frank/the Churchills about his reason for leaving, Frank and Emma's relationship, and summer camp romance. Funniest quote: The party did not break up without Emma’s being positively secured for the two first dances b...
Mar 07, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Wooooooaaaaah, we're halfway there! We hear some news about Mr. Martin, everyone congregates at the Bateses' apartment, and Frank tries to get more info out of Jane. Topics discussed include who's the Emma and who's the Harriet in our respective relationships, the best way to consume an apple, and secret sharing. Study questions: Topics discussed include Emma's reflections on her behavior, why Frank brought Emma upstairs, Frank's behavior toward the Bateses and Jane, and Jane's interactions with...
Feb 21, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Frank gets a haircut, Emma goes to a party, Jane gets a piano from a secret admirer, and some suspicions arise about Mr. Knightley. Topics discussed include teeth brushing tactics and Knightley's love life. Study questions: Topics discussed include Emma's feelings toward the Coles, what we learn about the Churchills, Frank and Emma's dynamic, what the HELL happened between Frank and Jane, who sent the pianoforte, and the potential Knightfax pairing. Funniest quote: “Only to be sure it was paying...
Feb 07, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Frank Churchill finally comes to visit, and Emma picks up on some vibes. Plus, we get some hot goss about Jane Fairfax. Topics discussed include what kind of dog Emma is and which Gilmore guy Frank is. Study questions: Topics discussed include Emma's reaction to Harriet's visit with the Martins, first impressions of Frank, why/how Frank visited, Frank's relationship to Highbury, the VIBES, and some predictions about Jane and Mr. Dixon. Funniest quote: "Her own father’s perfect exemption from any...
Jan 24, 2023•58 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Mr. Elton is getting married! Harriet ran into the Martins! Plus, Emma and Knightley debrief on the party, Jane Fairfax and Miss Bates come to visit, and we learn about Miss Hawkins. Topics discussed include boiled pork and Schrödinger's Biological Father. Study questions: Topics discussed include why Knightley wants Emma to befriend Jane, the drama between Jane and Mr. Dixon, the merits of Mr. Elton's match, predictions about Mrs. Elton, and Emma's reaction to Harriet seeing Robert. Funniest qu...
Jan 10, 2023•57 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Emma and Harriet visit the Bateses, and we get our first true introduction to Jane Fairfax. Topics discussed include chilled beans, cross-writing, what war was taking place when Emma was written, nuns, and why Emma might hate Jane. Study questions: Topics discussed include the Bateses purpose and why they talk too much, the children with dead parents of Highbury, and Jane Fairfax's class and romantic situation. Funniest quote: “Yes, so I imagined. I was afraid there could be little chance of my ...
Dec 27, 2022•59 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Mr. Elton leaves for Bath, Emma comes clean to Harriet about Elton's true feelings and Knightley and Emma discuss Frank Churchill's circumstances. Plus, the intro of our new segment, There Are Always Dogs: A Doc Update. Study questions: Topics discussed include Elton's departure and Harriet and Emma's reactions to it, whether or not Frank will visit, who's right: Emma or Knightley, why Knightley hates Franks, class status and power, love, and the institution of marriage. Funniest quote: "Mr. Fra...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 8
We travel back to Hartfield in the snow, Elton professes his love to Emma (Molly was right!), and Emma overthinks it. Topics discussed include Austen's relationship with clergymen, Emma's knowledge of real love, and Dean Forester as Mr. Elton. Question for the group: is it octopi or octopuses? Study questions: Elton's proposal, his feelings for Emma, why Elton is insulted by the idea of Harriet, Emma's moment of reflection, and Emma's matchmaking career. Funniest Quote: “Indeed!” replied he. “Th...
Nov 29, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 7
We go to Randalls for dinner! Harriet is sick, John Knightley hints to Emma that Elton has feelings for her, and we learn a bit more about Frank Churchill. Study questions: Topics discussed include Elton's CROOSH, why Emma hasn't noticed and why John has, why Emma has her sights set on Frank, Mrs. Churchill, Frank's familial loyalties, and whether or not he will visit. Funniest Quote: "I am sure I never think of that poor young man without the greatest compassion. To be constantly living with an...
Nov 15, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In chapters 11 and 12 of Emma, Isabella and John Knightley come to visit, we witness the battle of Wingfield v. Perry, and Emma and Knightley try to keep the peace. Topics discussed include gruel, mostly, and the mystery of Jane Fairfax. Study Questions: Topics discussed include the purpose of John and Isabella, what we've learned about Emma, why Knightley forgives Emma and how they operate together in the story, and the Churchills. Funniest Quote: "And for a little while she hoped he would not ...
Nov 01, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 5
In this week's episode, discussing chapters 9 and 10 of Emma, Elton writes a poem, Emma and Harriet visit a poor family, and Emma ties her shoes a bunch. Topics discussed include book club, Molly's new CROOSH, potential ace representation, and inklings of Jane Fairfax. Study Questions: Topics discussed include Elton's poem, Harriet's change of heart, Emma's relationship with her dad, Elton's motives, Emma's marriage monologue, Jane Fairfax, and Molly's qualm with Emma. Funniest Quote: "The cours...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 4
Today, we're discussing the hooplah chapters (6-8). Harriet sits for her portrait, we get our first proposal, and Emma and Knightley go head to head. Topics discussed include Emma the Instagram boyfriend, cross stitching, the class dynamics of Emma and Harriet's relationship, the meaning of "natural daughter," and Elton's prospects. Study Questions: Topics discussed include what we've learned about our three men, Knightley and Emma's argument, being team Robbiet, Knightley's evaluation of Harrie...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In today's episode, we chat about chapters 4 and 5 of Emma . We learn more about Harriet and the Martins, Emma sees a potential match, and we hear Knightley and Mrs. Weston's opinions about Emma. Topics discussed include Harriet's CROOSH, Emma's classism, reading habits, and attractiveness. Study Questions: Topics discussed include the Economics of Friendship in Jane Austen, Robert Martin's thirst for Harriet, Emma's response to said thirst, Knightley's perception of Emma, our opinions on Mr. El...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Join us as we embark on our Emma journey, starting with the first three chapters! Miss Taylor gets married, Emma claims to be an expert matchmaker, we learn Mr. Weston's backstory, and we meet several members of Highbury. Topics discussed include regency era class structure, how Emma is different from other Austen novels, Emma as a standup comic, Mr. Woodhouse as a relatable king, Keira Knightley in drag, mizzling, and power dynamics in relationships. Study Questions: Topics discussed include th...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 1
We're joined today by Ashley Clements, the actress who portrayed Lizzie Bennet in The Lizzie Bennet Diaries. We talk about Austen adaptations, the making of LBD, and the importance of female friendship to the story. Plus, we talk about the Look Back Diaries and reflecting on LBD after all these years. To watch The Lizzie Bennet Diaries, check it out here . To follow along with The Look Back Diaries, check it out on Ashley's YouTube channel . For more of Ashley's work, check out her Instagram and...
Aug 23, 2022•54 min
Molly's been clueless about Emma until now. Join us for season 3 of Pod and Prejudice as Becca guides Molly through Emma, starting with the first three chapters. Episode 1 drops Tuesday, September 6. Our show art was created by Torrence Browne , and our audio is produced by Graham Cook . For bios, transcripts, check out our website at podandprejudice.com . Pod and Prejudice is transcribed by speechdocs.com . To support the show, check out our Patreon ! Instagram: @podandprejudice Twitter: @podan...
Aug 16, 2022•2 min
Today we're talking about the highly requested Fire Island with Rachel, Jen, and Sarah, the creators of Cruising Podcast . Topics discussed include the Economics of Dating in Jane Austen, the importance of queering Austen, and sunsets. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Heartstopper , Hacks , Dickinson , Euphoria , The Charm Offensive , The House in the Cerulean Sea , How to Get Away With Murder , Las Culturistas , Love, Simon , Legally Blonde , The Happiest Season , Written in the Stars , ...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 17 min
We're joined today by author Amanda Quain to discuss her BRAND NEW novel, Accomplished. We talk about modernizing Austen, Tumblr, Neopets, and which marching band players are the friendliest. Accomplished is available for purchase TODAY, July 26th, 2022! Buy Accomplished HERE (One More Page Books) or HERE (bookshop.org)! For more of Amanda's takes, follow her on all social media at @quainiac . We're sponsored this week by Apostrophe. Head on over to apostrophe.com/whomst and click Begin Visit, t...
Jul 26, 2022•45 min
We're thrilled to be joined today by retuning guest, Mike Schubert ( Potterless , The Newest Olympian , Horse , Meddling Adults , Modern Muckraker ) to discuss Pride and Prejudice and Zombies! Glossary of People, Places, and Things: High School Musical , Shaun of the Dead , Warm Bodies , The Walking Dead , I Am Legend , Left 4 Dead , The Walking Dead Telltale Game , Skyrim, Shaun the Sheep , Little Monsters , Little Monsters , Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter , Game of Thrones , Katherine Kellgre...
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 13 min
We are FINALLY closing out the 2008 Sense and Sensibility miniseries with Zoë and Kelsey of Tea and Strumpets! We discuss edible gold and chocolate rocks, Edward and Elinor's feeling talk, rain dramatics, Willoughby's final scene, peaches and strawberries, the Brandon proposal, and kissing. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Goldschläger , Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind , Pride and Prejudice (2005) To listen to Zoë and Kelsey talk about regency romance, check out Tea and Strumpets at...
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 32
We're joined again today by Zoë and Kelsey of Tea and Strumpets to talk some more about the 2008 Sense and Sensibility! Topics discussed include children's birthday parties, the Lucy/Robert romance, the Duel (TM), caring daddy vibes, and gold food. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Bridgerton , Pride and Prejudice (1995) To listen to Zoë and Kelsey talk about regency romance, check out Tea and Strumpets at www.romancepod.com , or follow them on Twitter and Insta at @tnstrumpets. Pod and Pr...
Jun 14, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 31
We're joined today by Zoë and Kelsey of Tea and Strumpets to talk about the second installment of the 2008 Sense and Sensibility! Topics discussed include eyeball acting, the Dan Stevens angle, hair exchanges (human and horse), and Lucy Steele's game. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: The Princess Bride , Clueless , Sense and Sensibility , Lord of the Rings , Tolkien , Friends , Gilmore Girls , Evanna Lynch To listen to Zoë and Kelsey talk about regency romance, check out Tea and Strumpets...
May 31, 2022•57 min•Season 2Ep. 30
An episode on a WEDNESDAY? You heard it here first, the first two episodes of GAY PRIDE AND PREJUDICE are available now, only on Spotify! We're joined by creator Zackary Grady ( @thackarybinx ) to talk all things Austen, podcasting, and queering classic literature. Listen to the show on Spotify HERE ! Want to see the cast IRL? JUNE 13: Check out this panel at the Tribeca Film Festival with Gay P+P cast members Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Vella Lovell, and Blake Lee...
May 25, 2022•54 min
Mel and Mike join us one more time to talk about the last part of the first episode of the 2008 Sense and Sensibility miniseries. We discuss the Hair Thing (TM), Queen Mab, and Willoughby's sudden departure. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Romeo and Juliet , The Office , Liam Neeson , All Too Well For more of Mel's work, check out North Coast at @northcoastnyc , or follow her personal account at @melrubin2 . To keep up with her tiny dog, follow @milothemiki . For more of Mike's work, che...
May 17, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Our significant others are back to talk about dinosaurs, Tinkerbell, and the second part of the first installment of the 2008 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Jurassic Park , Schitt's Creek , Harry Potter , Piers Morgan , Mary Martin Peter Pan , Glee , Dentity Crisis , Christopher Walken , Aaron's Party , Legally Blonde the Musical , Mamma Mia , Captain America Check out our new MERCH design! For more of Mel's work, check out North Coast at @northcoast...
May 03, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Today we're diving in to the 2008 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility with very special guests Mel and Mike ! We're covering the first part, up until the Dashwoods leave Norwood. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies , Bumble , Shrek , All Too Well , Portrait of a Lady on Fire , Sing Street , The Emperor's New Groove , Footloose , Beauty and the Beast , Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga , Boy Meets World , 20/20 For more of Mel's work, check out No...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Today, we're discussing the most dramatic section of the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility, which also happens to be the end of the film. We're joined again by Caroline Mincks as we thirst after Hugh Laurie, debate the reality of Ohio, and weep over Emma Thompson's heart-wrenching performance. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: House , Olivia Wilde , What Will Be Here? , Wife Swap , Much Ado About Nothing , Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory , Cards Against Humanity , laudanum , t...
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Today we're discussing the penultimate section of the 1995 Sense and Sensibility with returning guest, Caroline Mincks ( @saucymincks ). Topics discussed include fainting goats, the yeeting of Fanny's dog, Elinor's moment of resistance, and people from Connecticut. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: The Office , Much Ado About Nothing , Ted Lasso , Encanto , Jerry McGuire To hear more of Caroline's work, check out Seen and Not Heard , Light Hearts , Hughes and Mincks Ghost Detectives , Sill...
Mar 22, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Ghenet Randall ( @ghenetactually ) joins us for part 4 of the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility! Topics discussed include butterfly clips, handkerchief etiquette, indoor plumbing, icee carts, and the surprise return of Willoughby. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Titanic , The Queen's House , Ted Lasso Pod and Prejudice is sponsored this week by Romantically Written, a regency-era story told in handwritten letters delivered straight to your door. Check them out at www.romanticallyw...
Mar 08, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Ghenet Randall (@ghenetactually) joins us for part 3 of the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility! Topics discussed include dresses with pockets, American Girl dolls, the Brandinor friendship, Hugh Laurie and Emma Thompson's relationship, and more. Glossary of People, Places, and Things: American Girl Dolls , Taylor Swift , Gilda Radner , Hayley Atwell To listen to our episode of The Book Was Better, check it out here . You can follow the The Book Was Better at @bookbetterpodcast . For more o...
Feb 22, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 23
