A Comforting Balm in Uncertain Times!
To say that I love this podcast (et Poirot, bien-sûr!) would be an understatement. The Labours of Hercule is more than a pod - it’s a community! Frankie and Adam are delightful to listen to: fun, witty, and genuine in their love and respect for Christie’s work and David Suchet’s undisputed genius. One of the many things I treasure *most* about Frankie and Adam’s approach to this grand-œuvre is their unflinching (and humorous) honesty about the aspects of Christie’s work (and its ITV dramatisation) which are historically problematic, i.e., “d@mned offensive”. Frankie and Adam don’t shy away from these weaknesses in Christie’s work, but instead place the proper context around those weaknesses by explaining the history of the casual racism, xenophobia, internalized sexism, classism, etc.; and they respectfully celebrate the brilliance of Christie without letting her off the hook. In this way, Frankie and Adam act as trusted guides for us listeners around the world - young and old-, as we, too, look for ways to hold onto the enduring brilliance of Christie, whilst also holding her to account. Frankie and Adam allow us to hold two truths together at the same time: we can love Christie’s brilliant work while also recognizing how it could be better. All that to say, thank you, Frankie and Adam, for creating a community where we can ALL enjoy Christie’s work in a space that is safe for and includes everyone. Keep going! We love you.
CaliforniaDreamin’ via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/26/24
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Like many of your listeners, I got into Agatha Christie’s books and the David Suchet version of Poirot from a young age. I used to watch the show haphazardly in whatever order and channel I could find them. Then 2 yrs ago, I got Britbox and started to re-watch the show. But it wasn’t until I...Read full review »
RDHC2018 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/24/23
Frankie and Adam have more than hit their stride. They make rewatching each episode of this well-known and much beloved show fun and exciting. I appreciate their cheeky comments, pithy puns, and trope discussions.
Andthemoonbeamskissthesea via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 05/06/24
Bonjour mes amis! I am sorry to say that I am late to the Victory Ball, having only recently discovered this wonderful podcast. What a joy to find my people - others like me for whom Poirot is the ultimate comfort tv. Adam and Frankie are wonderful hosts, taking you through each episode with...Read full review »
Thixon1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/05/23
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