In this podcast, Stephanie Crugnola invites guests to have friendly debates about Shakespeare. In each episode, she presents a superlative, such as “Cruelest Villain”, “Best Burn”, “Best Feminist Icon”, etc., and each person picks a character and play they believe
Shakespeare Anyone?
In this podcast, Kourtney Smith and Elyse Sharp aim to view Shakespeare in new and diverse contexts. They also discuss how his works have been performed throughout history, and how people have brought their own unique experiences to the stage.
The Theatre History Podcast
Hosted by Michael Lueger, this podcast takes an in-depth look at notable events in theatre history. The website has notes that accompany each episode, and some episodes have transcripts and relevant art and images. Click here for more information. Episode
The Precarious World of Thomas Nashe
Archie Cornish, Kate De Rycker, and Cathy Shrank (among other guests) explore the life and works of Thomas Nashe in this podcast. They focus on particular topics, such as the plague and ghosts, and how these concepts were explored in
Not Shakespeare: Elizabethan and Jacobean Popular Theatre
Hosted by Emma Smith, this series of podcasts from the University of Oxford presents in-depth analyses of Elizabethan theatre outside of Shakespeare. The episodes are recorded in front of a live audience. Click here for more information. Episode Length 50
The History of European Theatre
In this podcast, Philip Rowe recounts the history of theatre in Europe, beginning with Ancient Greece. The episodes move through time chronologically. Click here for more information. Episode Length 30 minutes Selected Episodes Episode 97: The Short Life and Strange
Everyday Shakespeare
Hosted by Caroline Bicks and Michelle Ephraim, this podcast aims to take the stress out of learning Shakespeare. They do this by changing the views surrounding Shakespeare and his lifetime and adding an aspect of relatability to the modern day
That Shakespeare Life
Cassidy Cash’s podcast focuses on the life of Shakespeare, alongside the minutiae of details that constructed 16th century England. The podcast website includes more information about the episodes, including a synopsis, reading resources, art, analysis, and more. Unfortunately, the extra
Shakespeare Unlimited
This podcast, led by numerous hosts, takes an inter-disciplinary look at the reaches of the bard himself. Episodes include interviews with stage actors, introspections on Shakespeare and race, and even speculation on the future of Shakespeare in the era of