Tophole!
Deborah LofasEpisodes look at individual Chalet School books, Elinor M Brent-Dyer's life and other works, and wider themes, with occasional interviews. There will be spoilers, because the books have been in print for over 50 years. There will be mispronunciations, because it's too late now to put right the ones I invented as a 9 year old. And we do not ignore the bonkersness that makes EBD so beloved.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 59 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsFictionBooks | |||
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In honour of our Winter Olympic medals in skeleton, a look at the Chalet School book which mentions the sport - one which Mlle Lachenais has done many times. I know, right? We're looking at Trials for the Chalet School.
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It's a Wendy week and we're talking about handcrafts at the Chalet School. And also through history. And in the real world. And in our own lives. Context, that's it - we're providing context, we're not just rambling. Glad we've cleared that up.
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Which is it to be - a sun-soaked, punch-fuelled trip to Jamaica, or a chilly school term on an island off the coast of Wales? Well, there's really only one answer to that...
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It's a Wendy week! And we're talking about the Chalet School's matrons - at some length, because we're easily distracted.
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Stumbled upon this after an interview with a crime writer. I love these books and they are my ultimate comfort blanket. Deborah & Wendy are great hosts and it just brings me great joy to listen to them.
Apple Podcasts5Mitford Girl
United Kingdom3 months ago - Jolly Schoolgirl Fun
Deborah’s wit and dedication shine through in this joyful podcast. Deborah and her special guests discuss all things Chalet School - inviting us into the wonderful fictional world created by Elinor M Brent-Dyer. With each episode examining a different book or theme, there are hours of jolly fun to be had and where better to spend it than at the Chalet School. Thank you Deborah, this podcast is a lovely treat each time I listen!
Apple Podcasts5Doctor_AngieUnited Kingdom3 months ago - Great podcast, like chatting with old friends
Just found this podcast and am binge listening to old episodes! As you can probably tell from my nickname I have been a lifelong CS fan. The books take me back to childhood and were a comfort read and we can laugh at them affectionately now. This is like having a conversation with old friends about them. Thank you so much for creating and doing this!
Apple Podcasts5JoBettany7United Kingdoma year ago - Like the best book chat with a pal
I love this podcast so much! It’s like having a bookish chat with a pal. Entertaining, funny, thoughtful and wide-ranging. Just the right blend of serious and irreverent. I’ve loved the Chalet School for decades and this reminds me why. Keep up the good work!
Apple Podcasts5SheenawriterUnited Kingdoma year ago - A must for Chalet School or any school story fans
Love this podcast it’s so warm, conversational and informative. Great to hear other Chalet School fans discuss the canon! And I really enjoy the light hearted approach to “bonkersness” - great word.
Apple Podcasts5Celbridge fan
Irelanda year ago
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