Eclectic Eccentrics

Alex WJ
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‘Eclectic Eccentrics’ looks at some marvellous, and some not so marvellous, individuals who have been described as ‘Eccentric’ somewhere along the way. Their stories might delight, terrify or intrigue you, but they will alway entertain. Season two now available! www.alexwjcreative.com Info@alexwjcreative.com eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

  1. HOWARD HUGHES - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E4)

    5D AGO

    HOWARD HUGHES - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E4)

    This is an interesting and difficult episode episode if I say so myself. As you will hear Howard Hughes prompts us to query what is an eccentric and at what point is eccentricity actually an illness? Hughes also provides a dark example of the power of wealth and the detriment this has on others. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    13 min
  2. EDITH SITWELL - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E3)

    MAY 15

    EDITH SITWELL - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E3)

    Edith Sitwell was a poet, creative and eccentric performer. She also authored the book ‘English Eccentrics’ which, in part, is why I started this podcast so she is a very important person indeed! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    10 min
  3. FRANCIS EGERTON - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E2)

    MAY 8

    FRANCIS EGERTON - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E2)

    I like cats, which is great because this episode includes cats… and dogs for you canine lovers out there. Francis Egerton was a man who also liked his animals and made sure they had the best of the best… unless of course they became roguish, then there would be trouble! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    9 min
  4. SIMEON ELLERTON - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E1)

    MAY 1

    SIMEON ELLERTON - Eclectic Eccentrics (S3 E1)

    We are back with series three and boy oh boy, do I have an episode for you! In this episode we look at a not just one, but two chaps whose dedication to their craft led to some extraordinary results. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    10 min
  5. BONUS CONTENT - LAST NIGHT (Free Audiobook)

    MAR 13

    BONUS CONTENT - LAST NIGHT (Free Audiobook)

    Whilst I am busy recording series 3 of Eclectic Eccentrics (which will be coming very soon!) I thought you might enjoy a free and original audiobook. This is my short story, ‘Last Night’. It is a story about Death, justice and bad cups of tea. (Warning: Suicide theme) This story was first published at: www.commuterlit.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    24 min
  6. ECCENTRIC EVENTS - Eclectic Eccentrics (S2 FINALE)

    FEB 5

    ECCENTRIC EVENTS - Eclectic Eccentrics (S2 FINALE)

    We have reached the final episode of series 2! As is now tradition, the season finale brings something a little different as we step away from just looking at a single eccentric person. In this episode I bring to you, with nothing but delight, some truly eccentric events from across the world (and yes, usually a pub is involved!). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    13 min
  7. BEAU BRUMMELL - Eclectic Eccentrics (S2 E5)

    JAN 29

    BEAU BRUMMELL - Eclectic Eccentrics (S2 E5)

    Welcome to the penultimate episode of S2. Today we are talking fashion and about an eccentric named Beau Brummel, a man who was the world’s first influencer! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    13 min
  8. HENRY BERESFORD - Eclectic Eccentrics (S2 E4)

    JAN 22

    HENRY BERESFORD - Eclectic Eccentrics (S2 E4)

    Henry Beresford, the Mad Marquis, is an interesting study. As you will hear, there is a question whether he was indeed an eccentric or just a bit of a naughty fellow. The myths and stories that surround him however, are fascinating and well worth a listen! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

    12 min
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‘Eclectic Eccentrics’ looks at some marvellous, and some not so marvellous, individuals who have been described as ‘Eccentric’ somewhere along the way. Their stories might delight, terrify or intrigue you, but they will alway entertain. Season two now available! www.alexwjcreative.com Info@alexwjcreative.com eclecticeccentrics.substack.com

Information

  • Creator
    Alex WJ
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Alex WJ
  • Show Website
    Eclectic Eccentrics