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Austen Chat
Welcome to Austen Chat, the podcast of the Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA). Join us each month as we interview scholars, authors, and subject experts on a wide range of topics related to Austen’s writings, her life and times, and more. There is always more to learn and enjoy about Jane!
Podcasting since 2023 • 28 episodes
Austen Chat
Latest Episodes
Jane Austen & Her Teenage Writings: A Visit with Lesley Peterson
"She has many rare & charming qualities, but Sobriety is not one of them."—Jane Austen, Jack and AliceDrunken brawls. Cannibalism. Heroines behaving very badly. Such mayhem may seem worlds apart from the sedate draw...
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Episode 27
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37:30
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Jane Austen & Her Wild Side: A Visit with Devoney Looser
Think you know Jane Austen? In this episode, we explore the wild side of Austen’s writings, life, and legacy with noted scholar Devoney Looser, who makes the case for Austen as a far more daring and unconventional figure than her prim Victorian...
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Episode 26
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32:52
Jane Austen & Gentlemen: A Visit with Brett McKay
“There is one thing, Emma, which a man can always do, if he chooses, and that is his duty." —Mr. KnightleyWe believe Jane Austen is for everyone, but it’s no secret that her modern fanbase is predominantly female. But why is tha...
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Episode 25
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35:28
Jane Austen & Shakespeare: A Visit with Mary Floyd-Wilson
"'The course of true love never did run smooth'—A Hartfield edition of Shakespeare would have a long note on that passage.” —EmmaShakespeare's influence on Jane Austen can be seen throughout her novels and lett...
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Episode 24
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39:45
Jane Austen in America: A Visit with Juliette Wells
Jane Austen has had devoted American admirers since her works were first published. In fact, several Americans played a crucial role in preserving and promoting her legacy. Joining us to explore Austen’s reputation and reception in America is P...
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Episode 23
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42:04