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The Thing About Austen
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| Date | Combined Rank | Apple Podcasts |
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| Oct 27 | — | — |
| Oct 26 | #198 | #171 |
| Oct 25 | #184 | #154 |
| Oct 24 | #187 | #157 |
| Oct 23 | #200 | #171 |
| Oct 22 | #188 | #158 |
| Oct 21 | #174 | #143 |
| Oct 20 | #173 | #143 |
| Oct 19 | #163 | #133 |
| Oct 18 | #156 | #125 |
| Oct 16 | — | #190 |
Latest episodes
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Episode 122: The Thing About The Romance of the Forest
October 15, 2026 · 32 minSpooky season has arrived, and we're celebrating by diving into a classic gothic novel. This episode we pore over the pages of Ann Radcliffe's The Romance of the Forest, one of the books that Harriet Smith recommends to Robert Martin (Emma…
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Episode 121: The Thing About Henry Tilney's Dogs with guest Dr. Stephanie Howard-Smith
September 23, 2026 · 34 minCatherine Morland is thrilled to be visiting Henry Tilney's home. Bonus: she gets to meet his very cute dogs. Pet historian Dr. Stephanie Howard-Smith is back to analyze Henry's canine companions in the context of Regency dog ownership…
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Episode 120: The Thing About Mr. Darcy's Ten Thousand a Year
August 20, 2026 · 38 minMr. Bingley has brought a friend to the Meryton assembly, and everyone is abuzz with excitement. This episode we take a look at Mr. Darcy's bank balance and get into exactly what Austen is signaling with Darcy's ten thousand pounds a year…
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Episode 119: The Thing About Sea-bathing
July 22, 2026 · 47 minEveryone loves a good trip to the seaside. Everyone, that is, except Mr. Woodhouse. This episode we take a deep dive into the practice of sea-bathing in Jane Austen's time. If you have ever used your favorite apothecary as your…
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Episode 118: The Thing About Mrs. Clay Under Mr. Elliot's Protection
June 23, 2026 · 1 hr 0 minWhat exactly does Austen mean when she describes Mrs. Clay as being "under his protection"? And what's in it for everyone involved? This episode we examine the role of mistresses in 18th-century society. We have launched a Patreon! To…
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Episode 117: The Thing About Barton Cottage
May 26, 2026 · 33 minThe Dashwood ladies have moved to Devon, and everyone seems to have an opinion on their new digs. This episode we discuss cottages, in all their many permutations. If you have ever had to listen to someone brag about the house party they…
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Episode 116: The Thing About Mrs. Bates's Knitting with guest Eleanor Gilchrist
March 23, 2026 · 32 minMrs. Bates may be sitting quietly in the corner, but her hands are always busy. This episode we are joined by knitting and crochet historian Eleanor Gilchrist to discuss the details of Mrs. Bates's knitting. We also take a look at Mrs…
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Episode 115: The Thing About Harriet as a Natural Daughter
February 27, 2026 · 39 minEmma has big plans for Harriet, and these plans require a backstory, which Emma is more than happy to concoct. This episode we unpack the meaning of the expression "natural daughter" and discuss the social context of illegitimacy in…
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Episode 114: The Thing About Miss Lambe with guest Damianne Scott
January 30, 2026 · 37 minThis episode we welcome back guest Damianne Scott to discuss Miss Lambe from Austen's unfinished work, Sanditon. Dami covers exactly why Miss Lambe is such an important character in Austen's canon, as well as delving into the portrayal of…
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Episode 113: The Thing About Grosvenor Street
December 15, 2025 · 25 minThe Netherfield crew have all decamped for London, and Caroline wants to make sure that Jane knows all about it. This episode we're checking out Grosvenor Street and its surrounding environs before paying a visit to the Bingley sisters…
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Episode 112: The Thing About Lovers' Vows
November 24, 2025 · 30 minMansfield Park has been hit by the theatrical bug, and shenanigans and intrigue are afoot. Please take your seat and silence all devices, because this episode we're peeking behind the green baize curtain of Lovers' Vows. You can find us…
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Episode 111: The Thing About Catherine and the Mysterious Apartments with guest Kate Emery
October 27, 2025 · 34 minDetective Catherine is on the case. The crime? Murder most foul. If only she can find some evidence. This episode we're joined by Kate Emery of Austen Therapy to discuss Catherine's investigation, why we like to scare ourselves, and why…
About the show
The Thing About Austen is a podcast about Jane Austen's world — the people, objects, and culture that shape Austen's fiction. Come for the historical context and stay for the literary shenanigans. Think of us as your somewhat cheeky tour guides to the life and times of Jane Austen.