Into The Austenverse
Into The Austenverse
Into The Austenverse is a brand-new podcast celebrating Jane Austen’s works and subsequent adaptations. 2025 marks 250 years since the birth of Austen, whose groundbreaking novels not only transformed literature but continue to shape and inspire modern culture. Hosts David and Lisa Campbell bring depth & devotion, hot-takes & humour as they lead us through the books, the films, the TV series and a…Social links:
Bride and Prejudice with Special Guest, Vidya Makan
Join David and Lisa as they welcome special guest Vidya Makan, performer, writer and composer,, for an in-depth discussion on the adaptation, cultural significance, and cinematic brilliance of 'Bride and Prejudice.' They explore how the adaptation honors Jane Austen's work while seamlessly blending…
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Bonus Ep - Old Friends and New Fancies
Bonus Episode - Old Friends and New Fancies In this lively episode, DC and Lisa discuss the mixed feelings about kids returning to school, creating infographics and catching up on Oscar films. They also touch on current and upcoming projects, notably 'Wuthering Heights,' 'Bride and Prejudice,' and…
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Death Comes To Pemberley Part 2 - The Good Life
In this episode of 'Into the Austenverse,' David and Lisa Campbell dive into the novel 'Death Comes to Pemberley' by P.D. James and its 2013 BBC TV adaptation. David and Lisa examine the pros and cons of the TV adaptation, pointing out key differences such as the portrayal of Elizabeth Bennet, cour…
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Bonus Ep - Interview with Miss Caroline Gardiner, Private Detective Authors, Kelly Gardiner and Sharmini Kumar
In this episode, DC and Lisa discuss the nearing end of holidays and the return to school and work. They delve into the unexpected discovery of a 1947 MGM musical adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Judy Garland. Moving on, they highlight their current episodes on Death Comes to Pemberley an…
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Death Comes To Pemberley - Part 1
In this week's episode of 'Into the Austenverse,' David and Lisa Campbell start their investigation into Jane Austen detective fiction with P.D. James' 'Death Comes to Pemberley'. The episode kicks off with an engaging passage from the book, followed by an in-depth discussion on the novel's plot, k…
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Bonus Ep - The Lovely Boylan Sisters and what makes Jacob Elordi cry
In this episode, DC and Lisa discuss trying new equipment and their plan to explore detective and thriller fiction inspired by Austen characters. They start with PD James’s 'Death Comes to Pemberley'. For those who haven't read it, the adaptation is available on Amazon Prime (or even better - read …
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Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy - BAWLFEST 2026
In this unexpectedly emotional episode of 'Into the Austenverse,' David and Lisa Campbell delve into 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy,' comparing modern courtship with Jane Austen's era. They discuss Renee Zellweger's performance, recognition at the Oscars, and who wears a wet shirt best in the Au…
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Bonus Episode: Just A Quickie To Say Hello!
This is a quick one as they don't want to bother you! DC and Lisa discuss their holiday experiences, 'Awesomely Austen' books and their reaction to the film adaptation of 'Sense and Sensibility'. They also delve into their recent podcast episode on 'Bridget Jones's Diary' and announce plans to revi…
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Bridget Jones's Diary - starring Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth & Hugh Grant
In this New Year edition of 'Into the Austenverse,' David and Lisa Campbell discuss the 2001 film 'Bridget Jones's Diary.' They explore its connections to 'Pride and Prejudice,' delve into the film's cultural impact, and share personal anecdotes and insights. The hosts also reflect on the movie's …
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BONUS EPISODE - Just a quickie - Happy New Year!
This episode is a wild ride. At first, things seem quite predictable as DC and Lisa discuss their New Year's resolutions. Then suddenly David finds a hidden talent and Lisa reveals her recently discovered ancestor. Fortunately, they get back on track to talk about the year to come in the world of…
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