Episodes

  • King Lear | Episode 95 - Rogues Forlorn

    King Lear | Episode 95 - Rogues Forlorn
    Feb 16 2026
    The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear. Act IV Scene vii - Cordelia and the Doctor ponder Lear's condition, as he seems on the brink of waking. *PLUS - news of my forthcoming book! If you'd like 25% off, pre-order it from Waterstones THIS WEEK, Feb 17-20, 2026. Search for it under my name, Bloomsbury Teacher Introductions, Macbeth, and my co-author Amy Smith.* Written and presented by Conor Hanratty
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    14 mins
  • King Lear | Episode 94 - This Child-Changed Father

    King Lear | Episode 94 - This Child-Changed Father
    Jan 11 2026
    The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear. Act IV Scene vii - At the French camp, Lear sleeps while Cordelia and Kent determine what to do next. Written and presented by Conor Hanratty
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    9 mins
  • King Lear | Episode 93 - Ungracious Paper

    King Lear | Episode 93 - Ungracious Paper
    Jan 4 2026
    The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear. Act IV Scene vi - We reach the end of Act 4 Scene 6, as Edgar deals with Oswald and his despairing but lucid father. Written and presented by Conor Hanratty
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    15 mins
  • I Saw Three Ships | Episode 03 - The Sea-Venture

    I Saw Three Ships | Episode 03 - The Sea-Venture
    Dec 31 2025
    This year's seasonal offering takes the form of a voyage, exploring resonances inspired by the carol "I Saw Three Ships". Today, the third and final episode recounts the tale of the Sea Venture. The real life escapades of this important ship inspired Shakespeare's most famous maritime fantasy, The Tempest, and this episode will transport you all the way into 2026. Happy New Year! 🎄
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    20 mins
  • I Saw Three Ships | Episode 02 - The Barque

    I Saw Three Ships | Episode 02 - The Barque
    Dec 30 2025
    This year's seasonal offering takes the form of a voyage, exploring resonances inspired by the carol "I Saw Three Ships". Today, for Episode 02, we board the delicate barque of the Sonnets. Seasons greetings to you! 🎄
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    22 mins
  • I Saw Three Ships | Episode 01 - The Tiger

    I Saw Three Ships | Episode 01 - The Tiger
    Dec 29 2025
    This year's seasonal offering takes the form of a voyage, exploring resonances inspired by the carol "I Saw Three Ships". Today, for Episode 01, we explore the fascinating mythology of The Tiger, which appeared in an earlier episode during our exploration of Macbeth. Seasons greetings to you! 🎄
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    16 mins
  • King Lear | Episode 92 - A Serviceable Villain

    King Lear | Episode 92 - A Serviceable Villain
    Dec 28 2025
    The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear. Act IV Scene vi - Oswald enters, with murderous intent. Written and presented by Conor Hanratty
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    15 mins
  • King Lear | Episode 91 - The Bounty and the Benison of Heaven

    King Lear | Episode 91 - The Bounty and the Benison of Heaven
    Dec 21 2025
    The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear. Act IV Scene vi - Edgar, Gloucester and the Gentleman all respond to what has happened. Written and presented by Conor Hanratty
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    12 mins