Classic Literature Podcasts

A podcast about English literature texts for senior high students. I am a teacher of senior English and Literature in Melbourne, Australia but have also taught at schools in New South Wales and in Oxford in the UK. If you’re wondering about the title of the podcast, it’s a reference to my name, Mrs Watkins […]

We believe that to understand Shakespeare’s relevance today, we must understand the journey his texts have travelled through the years. Join us as we dive into the theaters, museums, and archives to discover that journey for ourselves. Feel free to contact me at ripegoodscholar@gmail.com

Ben thinks this is a podcast where he and Hunter try to be better people by reading big books. Hunter thinks it’s an audio seminary on moral improvement via literary masterpieces from the greatest authors contemporary and historic. The rest of us just listen.

Welcome to Cryptosophy! This podcast is hosted by Max and Doyle. On this podcast, we are searching for hidden wisdom in the literature of the Western tradition and from interviews of specialists from diverse backgrounds.

It’s the coolest virtual book club on the block and EVERYONE’S INVITED. Join Wren and Jo each week as they armchair diagnose classic characters, speculate wildly, and drink fancy drinks to feel like Zelda Fitzgerald. SPOILERS, OBVS. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/putting-on-eyres-podcast/support

We love literary nonsense.

Join Lisa VanDamme as she guides you through Children’s Corner by Various Artists. To learn more about Read With Me visit https://readwithmesalon.com

So Little Time is here to help you through VCE English and Literature. We don’t want it to just be about ‘jumping through hoops’ for a study score but actually enjoying the little time you have to read some incredible literature. SO, here’s us nerding out about some of our faves

Worth Repeating is a podcast of readings and reflections including prayers, speeches, literary excerpts, historical documents, and Scripture. The reader and commentator is Todd J. Williams, president of Cairn University in Pennsylvania.

This is a series on Joseph Campbell’s 12 Stages of the Hero’s Journey. As your hosts, Eric and I (Connor) will take you through many novels and series which directly correlate with this model.

A podcast where we read books, watch the series/movie based on that book and talk about the differences, our likes, and dislikes.

A podcast series brought to you by Birlinn Limited, an independent publishing house based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Featuring readings, interviews with authors round-ups of the best new books from Scotland and beyond. Established in 1992, Birlinn Limited publishes books under a number of imprints: Birlinn; Polygon; BC Books; Arena Sport; and John Donald. Find out […]

Join Ari and Cayley as they dive into Pride and Prejudice Adaptations and discuss them! In each episode we pick an adaptation, watch it, and dive into everything about it including the acting, cinematography, costumes, and how well it follows the source material (Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen). Have an adaptation that you want […]

Step back in time and into a book with Wishbone, our favorite literate talking dog. This American public television series from the 1990s was our introduction to famous Western literature and common storytelling archetypes. Follow along as we rewatch the show and reflect on what we’ve learned since then. What’s the Story? is a part […]

The Biblioteque Podcast is a satirical investigation into the deeper meanings of classic literature. On the show I will be taking a dive into the classic stories that we have grown to love and cherish over the years. Classic stories like Bram Stoker’s Dracula as well as more controversial stories such as Anthony Burgess’ A […]

As a blinding, elderly man, setting out to read Joyce’s Ulysses poses one of the largest unanswered challenges present in my life. From mon café préfère in Pairs, just across the English Channel from Ireland, I will undertake this task. My journaling will serve as a channel through which I share my ponderings and experience […]

Anna, Catie Eva, Jenesis, and Rebeca discuss Virginia Woolf’s “A Room of One’s Own”.

Readings, conversations and thoughts from Marcel Proust’s Masterpiece: “In Search of Lost Time”! More episodes here!! https://patreon.com/thebookpodcast 😊😊

In Season 1, noted bibliophile Douglas Daye interviews writer Christopher Ross, who reads his Civil War novel, HARD WATER, out loud. In Season 2, Douglas Daye returns to interview writer Christopher Ross, who reads his audio-play, THE KEEPER’S HOUSE, out loud.

A chapter by chapter breakdown of the greatest, weirdest American novel, “Moby-Dick: Or, the Whale.” Theme song by Noam Hassenfeld.

A comedy podcast about classic literature. We’re here to take the trouble out of flipping through those dusty paper-cut-inducing-volumes, so you can spend less time reading and more time sounding smart at parties. Think of us like SparkNotes, but more fun. Join Taylor, Björn and Al each episode for a summary and discussion about your […]

Join Lisa VanDamme as she guides you through Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. What’s Included An audiobook read by Lisa VanDamme; the text of each chapter in the app, so you can read along as you listen; and chapter-by chapter motivational and explanatory commentary by Lisa VanDamme to help you make the most of […]

‘…In Quarantine’, hosted by Alexandra Evans (actor) and Jimmy Walters (director & and producer), is a weekly podcast exploring a different historical literary hero each season. Join our book club with a new play/book and fascinating guest each week as we rediscover stories we loved, hated and forgot all about and step inside the written […]

Who is Lolita? The Nabokov literary classic has sparked infinite discussion in the 65 years since its release, but the cultural memory the book has left behind lives more in romance and fashion aesthetics than a cautionary tale about a deceptive predator and his young prey. Jamie Loftus wants to know how we got here, […]

Welcome to the ‘Literature to Think About Podcast’, in which myself, Trent McQuaid, and my co-hosts Toraja Aimes, and Logan Ruckwardt talk about, and analyz literature.

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Banned in the United States and United Kingdom throughout the 1920s, Ulysses turned conventional ideas of the novel inside out with its bold new form, style and theme. Deeply rooted in the Greek myth of the hero of the Trojan War, Joyce bases his novel on Ulysses or Odysseus, who is doomed to voyage for […]

a podcast where annabelle & sara discuss their thoughts & opinions on all of Jane Austen’s works! New episodes every week! Follow us on Instagram! @on.our.shelves Email us onourshelvesinfo@gmail.com

There are many books that people say are good, or even great, but how to know which ones you should read? Christian and Jonas will help you decide, as they discuss great literature, and decide whether it is actually any good.

In this podcast, Walsh Honors students will be analyzing Greek literature in hopes of better understanding the heroes of the past in today’s context.

Hey guys my name is Spencer Parton. I’ve decided to make a podcast to help students get a general idea of certain literary works. I remember walking in class forgetting to read an assignment and it biting me in the ass. So without further ado… This is a Literature Podcast giving you everything you need […]

A Podcast delivered by De Own Way Teacher a.k.a Ms. Hammans On November the 17th 2020 from the island of Barbados About: Shakespeare and why this very dead dude matter to you

Enthusiastic reading of turn of the century story about the dangers of lying. Beware youngsters!!

My Reading Circle is a podcast dedicated to reading and discussing books that are familiar classics and captivating new stories! Engaging books prompt kids and adults to expand their imaginations, learn new things and make heartfelt connections. So, Let’s read, learn and laugh together in ‘My Reading Circle’! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myreadingcircle/support

Mental Efficiency and Other Hints to Men and Women is one of the many self help books that Bennett wrote, the most famous of these being How to Live 24 Hours a Day. It is highly readable, amusing and offers wisdom in an extremely palatable form. Bennett’s gift for analysis and his knowledge of philosophy […]

Literature Out Loud at Dalnavert is a serialized Victorian book and video podcast series. Series 1 The Time Machine by H.G Wells read by Kevin Klassen.

The Podcast that bridges the gap between you and all things Shakespeare. With Chloe Baldwin and Paul Stafford. One Shakespearean Actor and one Curious Outsider break down Shakespeare one production at a time.

Join Lisa VanDamme as she guides you through In Memoriam, A.H.H. by Alfred Tennyson. To learn more about Read With Me visit https://readwithme.app.link/e/vuCvHim6amb

Victorian Scribblers is a podcast about the nineteenth-century writers time forgot, from Mary Elizabeth Braddon (the mother of detective fiction) to Marie Corelli (queer science-fiction writer extraordinaire) and beyond. Hosted by Dr. Courtney Floyd, a specialist in nineteenth-century literature and print culture, and Dr. Eleanor Dumbill, a specialist in Victorian literature and publishing. Description Courtney […]

On Shakespeare: Then and Now we compare the various works of William Shakespeare. Through his plays we will analyze the impact the author had on society and culture during the English renaissance. And we will examine the importance of his work and the impact Shakespeare still has on modern day art, culture, and people.

Two literary broads discuss what’s hot in culture, literature, fashion and writing.

Everything That Rises is a weekly passion project podcast series dedicated to the short stories of the one and only Flannery O’Connor. Each week join English teacher, author and speaker John Meehan (@MeehanEDU) and a well-read friend to help co-host as we explore the stories, symbols, and rich cultural legacy of this iconic 20th Century […]

Jane Austen- nothing to be bragging about reading, right? not exactly. This podcast will examine it thoroughly, revealing that Austen might had been a bold writer.

James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’ is one of the most important works of modernist literature. The book chronicles the passage of Leopold Bloom through Dublin during an ordinary day, 16 June 1904 (the day of Joyce’s first date with his future wife, Nora Barnacle). In 1982 RTÉ Radio celebrated the centenary of Joyce’s birth with a dramatised […]

Companion series to the newly available RTÉ recordings of James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’, featuring discussion and explainers of the famous book. Originally broadcast in 2004. Hosted by Fritz Senn and the late Gerry O’Flaherty, with contributions from Edna O’Brien, Joseph O’Connor, Bernard Clarke and Barry McGovern. See RTE.ie/ulysses for more. Joseph O’Connor, Edna O’Brien and Gerry […]

In the few episodes I talk about how free will is shown in the play Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare and the novel Timebound by Rysa Walker

Two mid-twenties bibliophiles review new releases, discuss old favourites and fail to successfully navigate a basic intro script. Books discussed: Sex and Lies by Leïla Slimani (tr. Sophie Lewis) — Normal People by Sally Rooney — Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen —- Remember to rate and Leave us a review if you enjoy what we […]

The podcast where English Majors teach you about authors even though nobody said they could, or should.

Hi, I’m Mackenzie Draney, and in this podcast I’ll be exploring some philosophical implications of literary works assigned as readings in HON-317V, my current honors class at NMSU. Part 1 episodes will begin with a brief retelling of the text, and then explore my own thoughts about what can be gathered from it. I will […]

Follow Ivy, Greer, and River as they ramble, riff, and discuss literary devices used in all areas of fiction.

Talks about the basic theme of friendship and connects this theme to the Shakespearean play Hamlet and to the real world.

Arlington VA Public Library is reading “Moby-Dick” this summer, and we’re going to have a seriously good time while we do it. Each week on the podcast, librarians Jennie, Megan, Pete and special guests will discuss the reading, drop pop culture references, and ask or answer questions that come up during the Sunday discussion.

Episode 1 – Can you spot the Romanticism?

It is a podcast where I discuss topics of Pop Culture and Literary Theory that interest me.

Ida Pfeiffer travelled alone in an era when women didn’t travel. She went first on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, then went on to Egypt and Italy. Understanding the difficulties a woman would face travelling alone and on a budget, she made a will before she left. Go she did, however; and upon her […]

The desert island disc of books. Authors, writers and readers discuss the books that shaped them throughout their lives. Welcome to the 12th – and final episode – of Season One of The Books That Made Me podcast! I’m delighted to welcome to the show fellow book-lover and kindred spirit, Ryan Tubridy. Books mentioned in […]

Fun Video About Shakespeare

This is a podcast where i share my love and passion of books with y’all. Check out the one where it all begins for a more in depth conversation of what this is all about. I hope y’all enjoy!

Join brother and sister T. S. Russell and Elizabeth Bernadette as we embark on a quest after the great works of literature! Like the mythic leviathan, these are stories so monstrous in scope and depth that to merely touch them is to be changed forever. Our topics range from short stories by Flannery O’Connor to […]

The Belletrist podcast features classic poetry and short fiction read with commentary from a former English prof. who hates the way contemporary universities have abandoned the reading of Literature in favor of grievance studies. Pieces range from ancient literature to mid-20th century. Belletrist: A term for one who loves Literature for its intrinsic and aesthetic […]