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Cleopatra
Frankenstein

Hosts Caroline Bicks and Michelle Ephraim are Shakespeare professors and close friends who love to bond over the ways Shakespeare's plays help them through their everyday dramas. In each episode, they go back to Shakespeare's day to bring you some funny, fresh insights into a pressing modern problem. They'll explore popular Renaissance writings – from parenting books to cosmetics manuals – and, of... more

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Shakespeare's great tragedy Hamlet is having a moment. Between director Chloe Zhao's film adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel, Hamnet, and Taylor Swift's song "The Fate of Ophelia," two of Shakespeare's most tragic characters have hit ... more

It's human nature to love the spectacle of a power couple, whether it's a celebrity marriage proposal or corporate heavyweights having some adulterous fun at a Coldplay concert. But how did people get their fix before social media, kiss-cams, and Peo... more

We've gone a little nuts when it comes to celebrating our kids' milestones, like their birthdays and graduations. We've even started inventing new ones (hello, Bed Parties??), which means we're buying even more party swag. In this episode, we explore... more

Why mess with Shakespeare's perfectly good script of Romeo and Juliet? In this interview, Tim Bogart, writer and director of Juliet and Romeo (release date, May 9, 2025), explains his reasons—historical, personal, and otherwise—for getting down and d... more

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Timothy Scott Bogart
Writer, producer and director of the film 'Juliet and Romeo'
Episode: Filmmaker Timothy Bogart on his new film, "Juliet and Romeo"

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Caroline Bicks
Co-host and Shakespeare professor with a humorous approach to connecting literature with modern life.
Michelle Ephraim
Co-host and Shakespeare professor known for exploring connections between Shakespeare and contemporary issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • For Shakespeare Geeks

    If you find humor in this line from Macbeth:

    What, you egg? [He stabs him]

    Everyday Shakespeare is for you.

    Caroline and Michelle are smart, entertaining and funny—any they know a lot about our favorite playwright.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chloe derrico
    United States3 years ago
  • Wise wacky wonderful

    Shakespeare, we are told, is vitally important. But he’s hard to understand. These quick and fun podcasting scholars make me laugh, feel smarter and help me see my own life, the current events like the pandemic, with more perspective, Shakespeare’s witty perspective!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Invent Boston
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor and relatable insights provided in each episode, often finding connections between Shakespeare's work and their own modern lives.
Many describe the hosts as entertaining and knowledgeable, enhancing their understanding of complex topics through approachable discussions.
The blend of education and comedy is praised for making literature accessible and enjoyable, while offering fresh perspectives on everyday challenges.

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Filmmaker Timothy Bogart on his new film, "Juliet and Romeo"
Q: Tell us about your experience with Shakespeare and what drew you to this particular story?
Tim Bogart shares that being an actor and directing Shakespeare drew him back to the themes in Romeo and Juliet, especially their relevance and the need for a more exploratory narrative.

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This podcast features engaging discussions that connect Shakespeare's works with contemporary life, providing listeners with enlightening perspectives on modern dilemmas. Each episode, hosted by two Shakespeare professors, explores various themes from parenting to societal challenges through the lens of Renaissance literature and plays, revealing their surprising relevance today. The humor and relatable insights offered during the dialogues often transform serious discourse about personal issues into lighthearted conversations, enhancing listeners' understanding of both Shakespeare and their own experiences. With a distinct blend of education and comedy, this podcast appeals to anyone looking to enrich their daily lives with literary wisdom... more

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