The Amateur Austenite

Frances Duncan
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The Amateur Austenite

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. Emma Chapter 1

    EPISODE 1

    Emma Chapter 1

    Send us a text Rachel and I discuss: - Why is the opening line not as famous as P&P? - The impact of Emma’s upbringing and family dynamics on her personality - What the Knightley's future sex life will look like Rachel introduces us to the “Pilious panic” and why she behaves in public. Plus we segue into praise of Emma Thompson. If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll pl...

    33 min
  2. Emma Chapter 2

    EPISODE 2

    Emma Chapter 2

    Send us a text Rachel and I discuss the British empire, the structure of the economy and society, what to do when you can’t support your children, mutually supportive relationships, how men are scared of powerful women, and round off the episode by comparing the Fast and the Furious to Jane Austen. If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll please - we have merch! You don't hav...

    38 min
  3. Emma Chapter 3

    EPISODE 3

    Emma Chapter 3

    Send us a text Rachel and I discover that we may in fact be Mr Woodhouse, and discuss - gossip (check out this reel) - Miss Bates comparison to Emma - Mr Woodhouse's social circle compared to the three witches from Macbeth - queer vibes and how neither of us can talk to girls We also suggest a Regency Dragons Den!!! (honestly I thought a dating show would be the first reality TV we discussed reading Emma) If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-f...

    27 min
  4. Emma Chapter 4

    EPISODE 4

    Emma Chapter 4

    Send us a text Rachel and I talk a lot about Pride and Prejudice for a podcast that is not about that novel. We also discuss Austen's brief engagement, love languages, farm animals, disparage landlords, oh and Emma’s ways of persuading Harriet and /or talking about her like she's a dog. If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll please - we have merch! You don't have to be into A...

    37 min
  5. Emma Chapter 5

    EPISODE 5

    Emma Chapter 5

    Send us a text In a chapter where Emma herself does not appear we compare the Westons to the Bingleys, the Woodhouses to the Elliots, Harriet to a dog (again) and weave our own queer fantasies that Mr Knightley is jealous because he's worried Harriet will steal Emma away. If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll please - we have merch! You don't have to be into Austen to enjo...

    25 min
  6. Emma Chapter 6

    EPISODE 6

    Emma Chapter 6

    Send us a text Emma wants Mr Elton to f*ck off so she can paint Harriet's portrait. Rachel and I discuss flirting, situationships, diagnose Emma with ADHD and compare Mr Elton to Mr Collins. If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll please - we have merch! You don't have to be into Austen to enjoy it either.

    24 min
  7. Emma Chapter 7

    EPISODE 7

    Emma Chapter 7

    Send us a text Emma begins her meddling, we are unimpressed. Things that suck: - power dynamics - public proposals - Emma If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll please - we have merch! You don't have to be into Austen to enjoy it either.

    25 min
  8. Emma Chapter 8

    EPISODE 8

    Emma Chapter 8

    Send us a text Emma and Knightley fight about Harriet (who thankfully doesn't turn up till after they've finished). Rachel and I compare Mr Elton to Mr Collins (again) and decide Miss Bates would make an excellent matchmaker. If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fi You can find Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her website Drum roll please - we have merch! You don't have to be into Austen to enjoy it either.

    27 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
    265
  • Seasons
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Amateur Austenite
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    The Amateur Austenite

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