Don't Quill the Messenger: Shakespeare Authorship Explored
Dragon Wagon RadioWas the name signed to the world's most famous plays and poems a pseudonym? Was the man from Stratford that history attributed the work to even capable of writing them? Join Theatrical Actor/Writer/Director and Shakespeare connoisseur Steven Sabel as he welcomes a variety of guests to explore literary history's greatest mystery… Who was the writer behind the pen name "William Shakespeare?" Part of... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 181 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Why can’t a ‘raving homosexual’ be a champion of tilting? Some of the comments on this podcast diminish enormously the depth of comment. So tedious in this day and age…
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Love the more deep dive episodes with the experts. It’s important to have this medium to try and spread the word of the movement.
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United States8 months ago - Fantastic find!
I am thrilled to have run across this podcast. I have now listened to every episode and have learned something from each one. Steven’s interviews are engaging and informative. One the rare occasion that he doesn’t have a guest, he explores another interesting facet of the authorship mystery.
Apple Podcasts5Shakespeare and Scuba DivingUnited Statesa year ago - Host
Love the subject. Steven please dial back your commentary. Let the guests get on with it. The show s not about you. First episodes your demeanor is nice palatable. Now….too loud and over the top.
Apple Podcasts5Lawles3000United States2 years ago - Keep asking questions!
Who was Shakespeare? Certainly not a man whose entire family was illiterate!
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Exploring the enigma surrounding the true authorship of the works attributed to Shakespeare, this podcast engages listeners with in-depth discussions featuring various experts and scholars. Episodes often tackle themes related to literary analysis, historical perspectives, and the influence of notable figures, examining how these elements intertwine in shaping the narrative of who William Shakespeare truly was. Unique to this podcast is its commitment to an open-minded inquiry into the authorship question, consistently bringing fresh insights and diverse viewpoints that challenge traditional beliefs about the playwright and his works.
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