Into The Austenverse
Into The Austenverse
Playlist by Into The AustenverseInto 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…68 clip(s) in playlist
Bonus Episode - Interview with Sarah Quintrell, Screenwriter of The Other Bennet Sister
DC and Lisa introduce an interview with writer of The Other Bennet Sister, Sarah Quintrell. They discuss the show’s enthusiastic reception, including its US launch and high Rotten Tomatoes scores. Quintrell explains why Mary Bennet’s story resonates now, focusing on nuanced female and young femal…
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Sanditon - Episode 1 - Kris with a K
David and Lisa Campbell celebrate Mother’s Day, discuss gifts, and begin an episode-by-episode series on Sanditon. They outline the novel’s history—Austen’s unfinished 1817 work (originally titled The Brothers), twelve chapters published in 1925—and compare its focus and structure to the ITV adapta…
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Bonus Episode - More Chats with Ella Bruccoleri
A quick update on the Austenverse with two of the new entrants joining forces at fashion's Night of Nights, then on to America's first impressions of TOBS before we get the further interview that David did with Ella Bruccoleri for his TV show, Today Extra. Find out more about us at Instagram @in2…
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Jane Austen Book Club starring Emily Blunt and Hugh Dancy - Go Grigg or Go Home
Hosts David and Lisa Campbell preview upcoming The Other Bennet Sister content (including more Ella Bruccoleri) and then discuss the 2007 film The Jane Austen Book Club, based on Karen Joy Fowler’s bestselling novel, questioning whether it belongs in the “Austenverse.” From dog funerals to separati…
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Bonus Episode Direct from Correspondence Corner
DC and Lisa reflect on their busy week, the strong response to their interview with Ella Bruccoleri (Mary from The Other Bennet Sister) and announce a bonus Ella interview recorded for Today Extra that will drop next week. Austen News - WHOOSH - they discuss the long awaited Clueless TV series …
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INTERVIEW WITH ELLA BRUCCOLERI - Mary Bennet in The Other Bennet Sister
DC and Lisa interview the INCREDIBLE Ella Bruccoleri, The Other Bennet Sister’s Mary Bennet. Prior to the interview, they discuss why the adaptation feels like “canon,” praising its care, its connection to the 1995 Pride and Prejudice (including Lucy Briers). They explain how the interview came abo…
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Mary Fever Mini Drop
The hosts catch up after a busy week of parenting and work, thank listeners for tuning into their recent episodes covering “The Other Bennett Sister” (TOBS), and celebrate the show’s 7.3 million viewers, calling it the BBC’s biggest new drama in over a year with more growth expected via streaming a…
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The Other Bennet Sister - Eps 9 & 10 - The Finale!
OR Carry On, Scafell. DC and Lisa recap the final episodes of The Other Bennet Sister. This week has got it all - wallpaper, awkwardness, proposals, glasses and charm. They talk about the themes, the performances, the importance, the significance and the MVPs. DC does some questionable accents.…
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Side Saddle, Hype Meters and S&S vs P&P!
In this mini mini drop drop, DC and Lisa are discussing listeners thoughts on The Other Bennet Sister (TOBS), Wordsworth and riding side saddle. DC talks about the new trailer for Sense and Sensibility and then talks about which they are most excited about - S&S or P&P… What do you think? Here ar…
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The Other Bennet Sister - Eps 7 & 8
In this episode of Into The Austenverse, David and Lisa dive into episodes seven and eight of the beloved series. They discuss Mary's proposal from Mister Ryder, which is revealed to be a companion offer rather than a marriage proposal. This twist highlights the societal pressures and expectations …
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