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Aboutabook

Jadecc

16 episodes

1 month ago

In this episode Jade saves you the slog of reading Homer's Odyssey by giving a background to the epic tale as well as discussing all the juicy bits. She discusses themes, characters, cultural impact and if there is any truth behind the story... This episode also features a discussion with the Barely Bookish podcast! Barely Bookish website https://barelybookish.com/ Barely Bookish podcast Odyssey series ft. me! :https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/53-the-odyssey-1-w-about-a-bo...

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In this episode Jade saves you the slog of reading Homer's Odyssey by giving a background to the epic tale as well as discussing all the juicy bits. She discusses themes, characters, cultural impact and if there is any truth behind the story... This episode also features a discussion with the Barely Bookish podcast! Barely Bookish website https://barelybookish.com/ Barely Bookish podcast Odyssey series ft. me! :https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/53-the-odyssey-1-w-about-a-bo...

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Episodes (16/16)

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The Odyssey : Should you actually read it?

In this episode Jade saves you the slog of reading Homer's Odyssey by giving a background to the epic tale as well as discussing all the juicy bits. She discusses themes, characters, cultural impact and if there is any truth behind the story... This episode also features a discussion with the Barely Bookish podcast! Barely Bookish website https://barelybookish.com/ Barely Bookish podcast Odyssey series ft. me! :https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/53-the-odyssey-1-w-about-a-bo...

3 years ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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Roald Dahl: His Wacky World

In this episode Jade explores the wonderful world of Roald Dahl. she talks about his time as a Cadbury's taste tester, a spy, and his valuable contributions to medicine. She also discusses the real life inspirations behind some of his greatest stories. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboutabook.podcast/ Tessa Dahl Article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2186961/Tessa-Dahl-Roald-Dahls-daughter-life-father-best-selling-childrens-a...

3 years ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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The Outsiders: How YA was born

In this episode Jade and her sister discuss what is considered to be the first young adult novel. they chat about what life was like for teens in 60s America, what inspired the 15 year old S.E Hinton to write the novel and shoutout our favorite YA books follow on instagram for some bookish history: https://www.instagram.com/aboutabook.podcast/ follow my sister's tattoo page! : https://www.instagram.com/inked.bycharlie/?hl=en

3 years ago

26 minutes

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What's the craic with Christmas Carols?

MERRY CHRISTMAS YA FILTHY ANIMALS in this episode Jade talks about the history behind Christmas caroling and the story behind some of her favourite carols! last years festive episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vyWUxbwp5nsugac0zof3R?si=t4scBsGiRhyKbnuL06X8Cw

3 years ago

28 minutes

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Picnic at Hanging Rock: Fact or Fiction?

In this episode Jade chats with @thebookstorianpodcast about Joan Lindsay's gothic novel, Picnic at Hanging rock. we discuss the spooky Australian bush, how it relates to Irish folklore and is there any truth behind it? https://open.spotify.com/episode/7eC98xFNY55O1OeS4995rG?si=vTffCnbpQKyqCJNwH_0mVg https://open.spotify.com/show/6SjwlXC5e8uvPxXE8siyEZ?si=0a2be5c250f748dc

4 years ago

23 minutes

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I'm still alive!! Update and QnA

It's been a while since my last episode eh? in this episode I update on what I've been up to and answer some serious and silly questions

4 years ago

22 minutes

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The Truth Behind The Handmaid's Tale

In this episode Jade talks about the historical events from around the world that inspired this dystopian. She also fangirls over Margaret Atwood. some useful sources! A great youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cae8oRaBHeE Atwood's Masterclass: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/margaret-atwood-teaches-creative-writing Atwood's podcast with the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b4zf0w Atwood's article on "What The Handmaid's Tale means in the age of Trump" &n...

4 years ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Fairy folklore and literature

In this episode Jade chats about how fairies have been portrayed throughout history and literature. She also explores some dark folklore about Changelings and chats about Irish Fairy forts with a very special guest. *this episode briefly mentions murder and child abuse* Lets connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aboutabook.podcast/ Check out the snazzy new website: https://aboutabookpodcast.com/about/ Sources Used: Magn...

4 years ago

47 minutes

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4 years ago

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1984: Orwell's Oracle

In part 2 of her George Orwell special, Jade talks about the historical context behind 1984, where Orwell got his inspiration, and the books happy ending? she also discusses why this book is still significant in our world today This episode is perfect as a study guide, or just for anyone wanting to learn some bookish history! Useful Sources: "The Ministry of Truth" by Dorian Lynskey Mere Mortals Media podcast episode: 1984 All sound effects are from Fre...

4 years ago

41 minutes

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George Orwell : The man behind the pen name and Animal Farm

In the first episode of her new dystopian series, Jade talk's about George Orwell's life, why he was a bit of a hipster, and what inspired his political satire, Animal Farm. All sound Fx are from https://freesfx.co.uk/

4 years ago

31 minutes

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Who the heck is Santa Claus?

In this festive episode, Jade talks about the history behind Santa Claus, and the origin of some Christmas traditions Sounds from www.freefx.co.uk

4 years ago

16 minutes

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Lord of the Flies and why humans kinda suck

In this episode, Jade talks about the oddball author William Golding, and the pessimistic philosophy explored in his novel Lord of the Flies. She also discusses how this theory was explored scientifically The Stanford Prison Experiment.

4 years ago

12 minutes

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The Great Gatsby and why F. Scott Fitzgerald was kind of a jerk

Hello old sport! This week, Jade discusses Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald's crazy relationship, why the Great Gatsby was initially a flop, and how it became known as "The great American novel" All sound FX are from: https://freesfx.co.uk/Default.aspx

4 years ago

29 minutes

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Frankenstein and why Mary Shelley is a badass

In this episode, Jade talks about Mary Shelley's rollercoaster of a life and her unconventional relationship with Percy Shelley. She also discusses the cultural impact of her iconic novel "Frankenstein"

5 years ago

19 minutes

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Dracula and his Irish roots

to kickoff her new podcast Jade tells the story of Irish writer Bram Stoker, what inspired his iconic character, and why it remains so popular today.

5 years ago

17 minutes