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The Play's the Thing

Discussing Shakespeare One Act at a Time

The Play's the Thing is the ultimate podcast resource for lovers of Shakespeare. Dedicating six episodes to each play (one per act, plus a Q&A episode), this podcast explores the themes, scenes, characters, and lines

Latest Episode11/10/2022

All's Well That End's Well: Act V

Do we believe in the sincerity of the marriage that ends this play? Were Matt's predictions correct? Is it true that all's well that end's well? Join us as we discuss Act V of this fascinating play.

All's Well That End's Well: Act V

Do we believe in the sincerity of the marriage that ends this play? Were Matt's predictions correct? Is it true that all's well that end's well? Join us as we discuss Act V of this fascinating play.

All's Well That end's Well: Act IV

On this episode we discuss, “Does Shakespeare believe too strongly in marriage?” Plus, predictions about what will happen at the end. Will Parolles be redeemed? Will Bertram undergo a metanoia?

All's Well That Ends Well: Act III

In which we discuss whether anyone is honorable in this play? Plus, two traps are set. One for a cad, one for our protagonist.

All's Well That Ends Well: Act II

During Act II, we ask, “Why does Helena love Bertram? He’s — a jerk, right?” Plus, pronunciation advice on those tricky French names.

All's Well That Ends Well: Act I

Welcome to our discussion of another play that’s created centuries of controversy! On this episode, we meet our virtuous heroine and her confused love-interest and we also ask, why is this a comedy?

Henry IV, Part 2

Is this sequel closer to the Godfather II or Gremlins II? Plus a new member joins the team! And remembrances of the queen.

Shakespeare After an Apocalypse

Shakespeare after an apocalypse! In this very special episode, Tim discusses Station 11 -- both Emily St. John Mande's book and the HBO adaptation, with special guest Josiah Martens.

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