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 casting, (including Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth’s return to a Darcy) and discuss the broader societal changes since its release. Tune in for a nostalgic and insightful discussion filled with humour, fun facts, and a look at how the movie stands the test of time.

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The documentary Lisa mentions is Being Bridget Jones.

In this New Year edition of&nbsp; '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 casting, (including Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth&rsquo;s return to a Darcy) and discuss the broader societal changes since its release. Tune in for a nostalgic and insightful discussion filled with humour, fun facts, and a look at how the movie stands the test of time.
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The documentary Lisa mentions is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kb02fXJfcMQ">Being Bridget Jones</a>.

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 adaptations - Into The Austenverse.

Into The Austenverse is a brand-new podcast celebrating Jane Austen&rsquo;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 &amp; devotion, hot-takes &amp; humour as they lead us through the books, the films, the TV series and adaptations - 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. 

Into The Austenverse

Bridget Jones's Diary - starring Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth & Hugh Grant

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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 Bollywood charm, the genius of the film's cast, and the clever commentary on modern societal issues. Whether you're a fan of Jane Austen, Bollywood, or musicals, this episode is an exciting celebration of cross-cultural storytelling. Don't miss the behind-the-scenes insights and spirited conversations about this beloved film!

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Learn more Vidya and her work at vidyamakan.com (listen to her ARIA nominated album The Lucky Country - it's fantastic) or you can follow her on Insta here @vidyamakan

 

Next week - it’s Fire Island - Pride and Prejudice retold through the eyes of 21st Century gay culture.  Its written by Joel Kim Booster and you can find it on Disney+.

 

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 Bollywood charm, the genius of the film's cast, and the clever commentary on modern societal issues. Whether you're a fan of Jane Austen, Bollywood, or musicals, this episode is an exciting celebration of cross-cultural storytelling. Don't miss the behind-the-scenes insights and spirited conversations about this beloved film!
Find out more about the podcast here:
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Tiktok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@in2theaustenverse"> @in2theaustenverse</a> and on
YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@IntoTheAustenverse"> @intotheaustenverse</a>
Learn more Vidya and her work at <a href="http://vidyamakan.com/">vidyamakan.com</a> (listen to her ARIA nominated album The Lucky Country - it's fantastic) or you can follow her on Insta here&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vidyamakan/">@vidyamakan</a>
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Next week - it&rsquo;s Fire Island - Pride and Prejudice retold through the eyes of 21st Century gay culture.&nbsp; Its written by Joel Kim Booster and you can find it on Disney+.
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 Bride and Prejudice with Special Guest, Vidya Makan

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/fd480cdf-d544-4b81-a54f-b3e400b78fff/transcript

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 various 'Persuasion' adaptations, including a new Netflix series 'Finding Her Edge.' The duo dives into amusing corrections from a previous episode and reveals interesting Austen sequels, wrapping up with their dream of an all-female Austen Avengers fighting patriarchy.

Find out more about the podcast here:

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Tiktok @in2theaustenverse and on

YouTube @intotheaustenverse

And watch Bride and Prejudice on Youtube!

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 various 'Persuasion' adaptations, including a new Netflix series 'Finding Her Edge.' The duo dives into amusing corrections from a previous episode and reveals interesting Austen sequels, wrapping up with their dream of an all-female Austen Avengers fighting patriarchy.
Find out more about the podcast here:
Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/in2theaustenverse/"> @in2theaustenverse</a>&nbsp;
Tiktok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@in2theaustenverse"> @in2theaustenverse</a> and on
YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@IntoTheAustenverse"> @intotheaustenverse</a>
And watch Bride and Prejudice on Youtube!

Bonus Ep - Old Friends and New Fancies

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/857952cf-00e3-4ffc-8ea3-b3e1009c752f/transcript

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, courtroom drama, and additional scenes created for TV. They critique the casting choices, while also praising the book's deeper exploration of Darcy's transformation and the inclusion of subtle Austenverse crossovers.

Remember!  Next week is Bride & Prejudice - you can watch here.

Find out more about the podcast here:

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Tiktok @in2theaustenverse and on

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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, courtroom drama, and additional scenes created for TV. They critique the casting choices, while also praising the book's deeper exploration of Darcy's transformation and the inclusion of subtle Austenverse crossovers.
Remember!&nbsp; Next week is Bride &amp; Prejudice - you can watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxf7V6QAwOg">here</a>.
Find out more about the podcast here:
Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/in2theaustenverse/"> @in2theaustenverse</a>&nbsp;
Tiktok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@in2theaustenverse"> @in2theaustenverse</a> and on
YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@IntoTheAustenverse"> @intotheaustenverse</a>

Death Comes To Pemberley Part 2 - The Good Life

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/de371a61-0be5-4290-b090-b3dd008c9530/transcript

Bridget Jones's Diary - starring Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth & Hugh Grant

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