The Amateur Austenite

Frances Duncan
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An enthusiastic amateur discusses Jane Austen's novels chapter by chapter. All are welcome whether you have a fancy degree or not. 

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  1. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 1

    EPISODE 1

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 1

    Emma Dunning is back to discuss Sense & Sensibility with me. But don't worry! Rachel will be here every second week. Emma gives us definitions of sense, sensibility and sensible while attempting to keep me from discussing spoilers. Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    26 min
  2. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 2

    EPISODE 2

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 2

    Fanny Dashwood emerges as a master negotiator - or is that manipulator? Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    31 min
  3. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 3

    EPISODE 3

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 3

    We are introduced to Edward who Marianne doesn't think is good enough for Elinor. Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    25 min
  4. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 4

    EPISODE 4

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 4

    Everyone is watching Elinor and Edward very closely. Is Sir John the real hero of the novel? (or is he secretly Santa?) We also touch on how communication has gotten worse in the age of technology and hype the eatchoice app. Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    22 min
  5. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 5

    EPISODE 5

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 5

    The Dashwood girls are leaving Norland Correction: Lucy’s uncle is at Longstaple near Plymouth  I manage to trip Emma into putting on her doctors hat (but it is not medical advice) Agatha Christie has examples of random family members living with the people that have money Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    19 min
  6. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 6

    EPISODE 6

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 6

    The Dashwood ladies arrive at Barton Cottage, Daisy makes a dash for it and Rachel has her eyes on Sir John Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    17 min
  7. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 7

    EPISODE 7

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 7

    Dinner at Barton Park to meet Colonel Brandon and Mrs Jennings - both very old. Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    19 min
  8. Sense & Sensibility Chapter 8

    EPISODE 8

    Sense & Sensibility Chapter 8

    Colonel Brandon loves Marianne but does Edward love Elinor? Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Buy our merch on Redbubble Book for an Austen Society event on Humanitix

    19 min
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An enthusiastic amateur discusses Jane Austen's novels chapter by chapter. All are welcome whether you have a fancy degree or not. 

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  • Creator
    Frances Duncan
  • Episodes
    327
  • Seasons
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Amateur Austenite
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    The Amateur Austenite