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Victorian Poetry
Death
Isolation
Victorian Era
Edgar Allan Poe
Mourning
Human Condition
Memory
Thomas Hood
Love
Emily Dickinson
Grief
Alfred Austin
Folklore
Love and Loss
Christina Rossetti
Existential Despair
William Blake
Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Lord Byron

Your Hostess, Genevieve Manion, shares hauntingly beautiful poetry from the Victorian era's most beloved authors to enchant your heart, calm your nerves, or scare you right to sleep. All 13 episodes available exclusively on Patreon. Go to Patreon to find out more.

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On today’s episode, Genevieve will have profound meditations on identity, reflections on love, loss, and memory, themes of eroticism, guilt, beauty, and damnation, as well as whimsical and charming nonsense.

“I Died for Beauty - But Was Scarce” by E... more

On today’s episode, Genevieve will have mysterious and damned men, terrifying, hypnotic bells, a world that does not pause for sorrow, reflections on the death in the 19th century, and solace found in laundry suds.

"The Nameless One" by James Claren... more

On today’s episode, Genevieve will have fleeting glimpses of liberation, persistent and intrusive ghosts, dark, apocalyptic scenes and profound inner peace that can be found by choosing joy over despair.

"The Soul Has Bandaged Moments" by Emily Dick... more

On today's episode, Genevieve will have an exploration of mental anguish, fragile sandcastles, a storm’s destruction, nameless graves, social awkwardness, mourning as a path to deeper spiritual insight, feelings of confinement and a yearning for free... more

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Genevieve Manion
Host presenting hauntingly beautiful poetry from the Victorian era.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 217 ratings
  • microphone

    agree with someone else saying you need a windexer and desser for the microphone very badly it’s hard for us with even very mild misophonia or hearing issues. love the concept of this podcast though and frustrating that i can’t listen without absolutely cringing. 😓😭😭😭😭

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ericaE87
    United Statesa year ago
  • Microphone

    Great poems but please get a windscreen and a de-esser on the microphone

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Metalmadman666
    United Statesa year ago
  • Beautiful 💀🥀

    This is one of the most beautiful podcasts I have ever listened to 🖤

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    candythewitch
    Canadaa year ago
  • Beauty

    Such beautiful works of art!! Throughly enjoy this podcast! You have such a soothing voice! Glad to have discovered My Victorian Nightmare.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nurse.Ninja
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you!!!

    Thank you for a beautiful collection of readings. It’s nice to be reminded there is still thoughtful exploration of what it means to be human.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wisconsin Bear
    United Statesa year ago

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Some reviews suggest that improvements could be made regarding microphone quality to enhance the listening experience.
The podcast has been referred to as beautiful, with praise for its calming effect, making it suitable for relaxation.
Listeners appreciate the haunting nature of the poetry selections and often mention the soothing voice of the host as a highlight.
Overall, reviews reflect a strong admiration for the thematic selections and emotional resonance of the content.

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#241
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Featuring a captivating array of haunting poetry from the Victorian era, this podcast transports listeners into an enchanting world where beauty and darkness intertwine. The host guides each episode through profound themes such as love, loss, despair, and mortality, with expertly chosen readings from renowned poets. Noteworthy for its evocative voice and rich literary exploration, it offers solace and reflection, enticing those who appreciate the poignant narratives of the Victorian literary tradition. The immersive experience is enhanced by the soothing tone of the narrator, making it ideal for fans of poetry and history alike, and providing listeners with moments of introspection and connection to the past.

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