Episodes
This episode's theme of "completion" is mostly notable in its absence, but we're covering plenty of drama: from the text itself, to an infamous historical figure, to the things that linger uninvited... For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show...
Published 04/26/23
It's a contemplative kind of episode - let's talk about the exquisite agony of estrangement and Mary Musgrove's chronic FOMO. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 04/12/23
The landscape is changing for Miss Anne as the other Elliots leave for Bath. We're talking about the things that contribute to feeling secure in life – and how that gets interpreted differently depending on gender. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha...
Published 03/29/23
Welcome to a new season! Let's meet the Elliots... Vanity, mortality, and haunting the narrative are the orders of the day. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 03/15/23
Once again, our beloved listeners have inflicted glorious absurdity upon us. For this round of 6 Degrees we're joined by Becca and Molly of Pod & Prejudice, who previously graced us with their presence in the Season 2 premiere! This season's topics: Mt. Vesuvius Abbott Elementary The Parent Trap Benedict Cumberbatch Bookstore cats White Lotus Waffle House Lizzo And as promised, have a link to some fanfiction. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit...
Published 02/01/23
It's the wrap-up of (spoiler) one of our favorite Austen novels! Listen to find out where Emma stands in our estimation, what we'd say to the characters, and our biggest takeaways from this delightfully infuriating book. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by...
Published 01/18/23
We've reached the final section of Emma! In this episode we're sharing our thoughts on happy endings, some colorful history, and a few last jabs at Mrs. Elton.  For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 01/04/23
It's the last episode of 2022 and THINGS. ARE. HAPPENING. Dreams destroyed! Wishes fulfilled! New information comes to light! Join our discussions of fancy funerals and secret relationships in this penultimate, hopeful section of Emma. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email:...
Published 12/21/22
The characters of Emma decide to make some courageous decisions in these chapters, while your hosts courageously decide to share opinions on fictional characters and celebrities who will never respond. It's basically the same thing.  In this episode, we're discussing moments of character growth, what makes Knightley's strawberries so exciting, and why the Don't Worry, Darling drama is actually an example of being courageous.  For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our...
Published 12/07/22
These chapters feel like balancing on a precipice. While we wait for the next bomb to drop, we're talking about Romanichal history in England and some very distressed damsels. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 11/23/22
New challenger approaching... The Eltons are shaking things up in Hartfield! Will Emma stand her ground and assert her place in the hierarchy? Join us for mail talk and a healthy dose of intersectional feminism. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha...
Published 11/09/22
Emma is beginning to suspect there's something Frank Churchill isn't telling her. We are beginning to suspect there's something Frank Churchill isn't telling anyone.  We're using our theme of beginnings in this episode to talk about the Regency gentleman's Grand Tour, connect K-pop debuts to young ladies coming out in society, and debate exactly why Frank Churchill made such an extravagant trip to London. (P.S. -- if any generous donors would like to sponsor a Reclaiming Jane 2023 grand...
Published 10/26/22
We're moving and shaking and defending Robert Martin's honor.  For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 10/12/22
No one's mad. But they're all disappointed. In this episode, Emily and Lauren ask whether certain characters could have been rather more cautious in their behavior, plus some context on Miss Fairfax's situation and nostalgia for Bridesmaids. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email:...
Published 09/28/22
An extremely stable episode... up to a point. Join Emily and Lauren for conversations about consequences for actions, stubborn streaks, and more of what passes for Regency healthcare. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily...
Published 09/14/22
Emma Woodhouse is fully prepared to girlboss her way through life, but are we prepared to support her? (Answer: maybe.) This week we're using our theme of tradition to share some hot takes about adaptations and learn where Mr. Knightley's home got its name. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email:...
Published 08/31/22
Come along on our Season 4 kickoff! We're delighted to be getting started with Emma this time – although delight isn't the only emotion our heroine provokes. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 08/17/22
The segment where we try so hard to fit random topics with Jane Austen, we might as well be Cinderella's stepsisters with the glass slipper. Marvel at Lauren and Emily's attempts to connect everything from the United States Supreme Court to Lord of the Rings! For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email:...
Published 07/20/22
At long last, we have come to the end of Mansfield Park. Join Lauren and Emily for a retrospective on the book, a deluge of questionable advice for the characters, and an inevitable airing of grievances. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show...
Published 07/06/22
Alternate title: "We Reject Your Ending and Substitute Our Own" In our final analysis episode of Mansfield Park, Emily and Lauren have strong opinions about both the rejections in the book and the ones we think should have happened. Also included: Love Island's second appearance and the biggest scandal of them all. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook:...
Published 06/22/22
Let's take a detour through historic Portsmouth with a surprise visitor to the Price household! And what do Mario, Anthony J. Crowley, and Henry Crawford have in common? For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy. Show art by Emily Davis-Hale.
Published 06/08/22
After a short hiatus (which will be explained, don't worry), we're back! Jump into the balance of Fanny's life with Lauren and Emily while we discuss decision making, household management, and Selling Sunset. For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram: @reclaimingjane Patreon: @reclaimingjanepod Email: [email protected] Music by LaTasha Bundy....
Published 05/25/22
Welcome to another episode where we wish the theme were less relevant. This week, Lauren and Emily talk about authority with detours into performance, affection, and probably more violence than you'd expect from an Austen podcast. Links to topics discussed in this episode: The History and Evolution of Public Speaking For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook:...
Published 04/27/22
This section's got BDE (Big Debutante Energy). Join Lauren and Emily for an energetic discussion of Fanny's coming out! Also included: balls, typical Fanny anxiety, and some truly inspired matching of characters with the same energy. Links to topics discussed in this episode: Jane Austen in the Ballroom For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website: reclaimingjanepod.com Connect with us: Twitter: @reclaimingjane Facebook: @ReclaimingJanePod Instagram:...
Published 04/13/22
There's nothing like a good challenge, right? This week, Lauren and Emily talk about the challenges that our characters face and the ones they've made for themselves. Also included: textile history, trope talks, and inferiority complexes. (We swear this was recorded before season 2 of Bridgerton came out.) Links to topics discussed in this episode: Recreating Dhaka muslin Enemies to lovers For show notes and a full transcript of this episode, visit our website:...
Published 03/30/22