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Eleanor & Alasdair Read That

Eleanor Morton & Alasdair Beckett-King
Treasure Island
The Weirdstone Of Brisingamen
The Secret Garden
Watership Down
The Wind In the Willows
The Tale Of Peter Rabbit
The Railway Children
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Pirates
Frances Hodgson Burnett
The Worst Witch
C.S. Lewis
Robert Louis Stevenson
Literary Classics
Nature
The Borrowers
The Hobbit
Long John Silver
Colonialism
Alice's Adventures In Wonderland

Two red-headed comedians revisit classic kids’ books. Will our childhood treasures stand the test of time? Or will we be forced to make fun of them on a podcast?

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Eleanor and Alasdair are fighting! Eleanor is in love with Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows, but for Alasdair... it's complicated. The 1908 classic is a tale of motorcars, misadventure and yearning glances on the riverbank. But is it really ... more

She's small. She's ginger. She's very hard to get out of your house. No, not Eleanor Morton. We're talking about Arietty Clock, the tiny teenage protagonist of Mary Norton's 1952 novel The Borrowers. The Borrowers are a diminutive people who love ste... more

The stone table cracks and Eleanor & Alasdair return to Narnia. It's time to pass judgement on The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe. Eleanor sings the praises of the dodgy beaver costumes in the 1988 BBC adaptation and Alasdair gets annoyed about a stu... more

Always-winter-but-never-Christmas starts earlier every year, doesn't it? Eleanor and Alasdair read C. S. Lewis's furniture-based children's classic The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe (1950). And we've split this bumper Yuletide edition of the pod in ... more

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Hosts

Eleanor Morton
Co-host and comedian known for her insightful and humorous commentary on children's literature. She brings a playful yet critical perspective to nostalgic discussions.
Alasdair Beckett King
Co-host and comedian recognized for his wit and comedic insights on classic children's literature, engaging listeners with a blend of humor and thoughtful critique.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 494 ratings
  • Delightful listen!

    Such a sweet and entertaining podcast. Like listening to two kind friends enjoying each others company, sharing nostalgia, going in deep into literary criticism, and occasionally dropping an f-bomb or c-word. Like tea and a biscuit on a lazy Sunday

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chagadelic
    United States22 days ago
  • Like a good cup of tea

    Like a good cup of tea, this is always an enjoyable and cosy listen. Love the comedic chemistry between these two. It’s feel good. I feel like laughing when they’re laughing. Even though I haven’t always read (or heard of!) some of the books, the summaries are interesting and you get swept up in it! It’s magical revisiting books from childhood and hearing what other people have to think. Please continue and thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elean0rh00
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • SOOOO good - please continue!

    Lovely nostalgic/comedy fun! Please do more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    palaoiai
    Australia25 days ago
  • Proper 1% Podcast

    Just two episodes in this was already a firm favourite. I unfairly wish they’d put out episodes fortnightly instead of monthly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thecaveofthedead
    South Africa2 months ago
  • Almost injured myself laughing

    I have cried laughing multiple times today as I binged this incredibly funny and clever podcast. Do NOT drive while listening; I'm sorry, people I almost ran over today. When Alisdair squawked, "I wrote it on a pig!" I fell off a piece of exercise equipment and lay on the floor laughing so hard I almost couldn't breathe (intense day, really). Thank y'all - this has been a hard year and you're helping me deal. Or disassociate, whatever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SpinningErin
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners rave about the podcast's witty and nostalgic exploration of classic children's books.
The chemistry between the hosts is frequently highlighted, enhancing the overall listening experience.
Some fans express a desire for the episodes to be longer, suggesting they find the content engaging and entertaining.
Many appreciate the insightful critiques mixed with humor, making literary discussions approachable and enjoyable.

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#92
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#232
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#61
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#63
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#147
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#185
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We Read Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Q: What do you not enjoy about the book?
The worst thing about it is probably the Tim Burton film.

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A humorous exploration of classic children's literature is at the heart of the discussions, with hosts examining beloved books from their childhoods. They combine personal anecdotes and laughter while navigating themes, character dynamics, and historical contexts within these timeless stories. Each episode features the hosts reflecting on childhood memories and comparing them with their modern perspectives, often leading to critiques of plot and societal issues presented in the texts. The mix of wit and insight creates a seamless blend that appeals to both nostalgia and comedic storytelling, inviting listeners to laugh while considering deeper cultural implications. The podcast stands out for its unique lens of comedic reflection on childho... more

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