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What the Austen? Podcast

Izzy Meakin

What the Austen? is a Jane Austen podcast hosted by Izzy Meakin, a passionate life long Janeite. Every other week Izzy is joined by a fellow Austen enthusiast as they take a deep dive into Jane Austen's novels and characters. 

This podcast is for the  fans who love to oscillate between the thought provoking conversations and simply having a good laugh. In each episode we engage in lively discussions about everything Jane Austen, from the dreamy romantic moments to the slightly quirky and unusual aspects of her stories. We embrace the full spectrum of the Austen fandom and create space for fun discussions, including cross-over content and unpopular opinions. 

Whether you're a long-time Austen fan or new to her works, this podcast promises entertaining and engaging discussions that will deepen your appreciation for Austen's timeless tales for many years to come. 

Episode 60: Mr Darcy's first (failed) proposal: A scene study March 17, 2024
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Episode 59: Mr Darcy & Mr Bingley a Regency bromance with Ben Mercer March 03, 2024
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Episode 58: Regency costuming in Jane Austen adaptations with Historical Costumer Shannyn Schack Dadvar @wisteria.and.laceFebruary 18, 2024
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Episode 57: Turning Jane Austen's Emma into a Graphic Novel with Georgie Castilla from Duniath ComicsFebruary 04, 2024
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Episode 56: 'Miss Austen Investigates': A Conversation with author Jessica BullJanuary 21, 2024
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Episode 55: Jane Austen Unpopular Opinions #3January 07, 2024
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Episode 54: Wrapping up 2023 ~ Reflections Episode December 10, 2023
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Episode 53: Where the Rhythm Takes You, a YA Persuasion re-telling with Author Sarah Dass November 19, 2023
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Episode 52: Sorting Jane Austen Heroes into Hogwarts Houses Pt 2 November 05, 2023
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Episode 51: Sorting Jane Austen's Heroes into their Hogwarts Houses Pt 1 November 05, 2023
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Episode 50: Villain off 2023 | Lady Catherine v Mrs Norris (Pride & Prejudice v Mansfield Park) October 22, 2023
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Episode 49: The Monk Uncovered ~ Catherine Morland's reading list with MarthaOctober 08, 2023
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Episode 48: A Most Agreeable Murder with Author Julia SealesSeptember 24, 2023
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Episode 47: Jane Austen Unpopular Opinions #2August 27, 2023
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Episode 46: Lydia Bennet Character Study (L is for Liability series) with Storyhooked Podcast Host Lynette August 13, 2023
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Episode 45: Cross-Novel Matchmaking Continues, Imagining Romantic Pairings in Jane Austen's UniverseJuly 30, 2023
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Episode 44: Cross-Novel Matchmaking, Imagining Romantic Pairings in Jane Austen's UniverseJuly 30, 2023
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Episode 43: The Covert Lovers of Highbury, Jane Fairfax and Frank Churchill's Engagement with @historian_ellisJuly 16, 2023
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Episode 42: Mrs. Bennet, A Complex Portrait of Motherhood in Pride and Prejudice with Habiba from @habibareadsbooks July 02, 2023
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Episode 41: Jane Austen Murder Mysteries with Author Tirzah Price June 18, 2023
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Episode 40: Lucy Steele character study (L is for Liability series) with @janeaustenrunsmylife May 21, 2023
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Episode 39: The Mary Crawford Effect with Charlie @thebookboyMay 07, 2023
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Episode 38: Why we should Knight Mr Knightley with Carolyne @theausteniteApril 23, 2023
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Episode 37: Pride & Prejudice Unpopular Opinions #1 | 2 Year Podcast Anniversary EpApril 09, 2023
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Episode 36: Taylor Swift x Mansfield Park by Jane AustenMarch 26, 2023
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