The Amateur Austenite
Episodes
Mansfield Park Chapter 34
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Edmund returns but is supportive of Mr Crawford's pursuit of FannyIf you'd like to support the podcast you can donate on Ko-fiYou can find F...
Mansfield Park Chapter 33
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mr Crawford makes his formal proposal, is rejected again and pisses off FannyIf you'd like to support the podcast you can donate on Ko-fiYou can ...
Mansfield Park Chapter 32
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a heavy chapter but for the first time we're able to understand Sir Thomas's perspectiveYou can find the video I mention about Mr Ru...
Mansfield Park Chapter 31
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 31 Mr Crawford finally does it - he proposes to Fanny. We keep trying to find excuses for him and wish that it had ended differently...have...
Mansfield Park Chapter 30
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chapter 30 focusses entirely on the Crawford siblings. Henry is back and declares he wants to marry Fanny (but he hasn't asked her yet).If you&ap...
Mansfield Park Chapter 29
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the aftermath of the ball things settle down to a quiet time for Fanny. She misses her brother and Edmund but she's grateful for praise from t...
Mansfield Park Chapter 28
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the ball! Fanny looks well - her uncle compliments her when she's out of the room and he thinks that Mr Crawford is in love with her.If...
Mansfield Park Chapter 27
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fanny prepares for a ball after a day of dealing with Mrs Norris. Edmund gives her another necklace and stirs her emotions.If you'd like to suppo...
Mansfield Park Chapter 26
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Thomas declares there will be a ball! Miss Crawford is playing an underhand game.If you'd like to support the podcast you can donate on Ko-fi...
Mansfield Park Chapter 25
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Thomas is doing a lot of observing - he knows Mr Crawford is trying to get into Fanny's good books. Over dinner at the parsonage Mary gets up...
Mansfield Park Chapter 24
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mr Crawford reveals his dastardly plans for Fanny, he begins to make headway as she is quietly weaving her way into his heart. William turns up on the...
Mansfield Park Chapter 23
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fanny goes to her first party and while there gives her first telling off.If you'd like to support the podcast you can donate on Ko-fiYou can fin...
Mansfield Park Chapter 22
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fanny finally steps into the spotlight but has to deal with Edmund's feelings for Miss Crawford her new friend. If you'd like to support th...
Mansfield Park Chapter 21
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this New Year episode we discuss Chapter 21 and plans for 2022. We are still feeling sorry for Maria as she throws herself into marriage. The slave...
Special Christmas episode 2021
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of the season we talk about some traditions, where they may have come from, and when Christmas is mentioned in Jane Austen's ficti...
Mansfield Park Chapter 20
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whew you can tell I'm excited because I'm talking really fast as we get into chapter 20.Sir Thomas is too polite, Maria is heartbroken, you ...
Mansfield Park Chapter 19
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The most important question is raised in this discussion - is Fanny furniture?We talk about the funniest scene in the book and pity Sir Thomas on his ...
Mansfield Park Chapter 18
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everything is spinning out of control - the theatre is going well, then everyone starts complaining, Fanny is induced to act and then....Sir Thomas ar...
Mansfield Park Chapter 17
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 17 the theatre drama continues. Fanny is not involved but silently watching and, let's be honest, judging. Support the podcast and he...
Mansfield Park Chapter 16
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This scene introduces us to the East Room; a room no one else wants so it goes to Fanny. Edmund visits her and instead of calming her stresses about t...
Mansfield Park Chapter 15
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The play was chosen in the last chapter, now it's time to cast the actors! Will Fanny be forced into acting?Support the podcast and hear episodes...
Mansfield Park Chapter 14
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The theatre drama continues and they finally settle on a play. Fanny observes all.Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fi Find Frances on...
Mansfield Park Chapter 13
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 13 we are properly introduced to the Honourable Mr Yates who delights the company with talk of theatre. Edmund is a kill joy but who is the...
Mansfield Park Chapter 12
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Fanny's first (impromptu) ball! Sadly she has to listen to Mrs Norris gossip and continues to witness Mr Crawford making moves on her c...
Mansfield Park Chapter 11
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can you tell Sian is excited to be back?In chapter 11 Sian speculates that Mary Crawford would try to Keep Up With The Kardashians. Sir Thomas has a d...
Mansfield Park Chapter 10
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sian is back! We discuss the visit to Southerton - the selfishness of all the parties.I make a brief mention of Mansfield Revisited by Joan Aitken.S...
Mansfield Park Chapter 9
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Mansfield social group have finally arrived at Southerton - they tour the house then escape into the grounds. Miss Crawford says several stupid th...
Mansfield Park Chapter 8
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The trip to Southerton is resurrected, after some negotiations on Edmund's part the whole party sets off for Southerton. Maria is bitchy and Mrs ...
Mansfield Park Chapter 7
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Poor Fanny is consulted by Edmund then neglected by him. Edmund begins a romance with Miss Crawford which includes listening to her play the harp and ...
Mansfield Park Chapter 6
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mum joins me again, we discuss Mary being condescending, Mr Rushworth being awkward and Maria being a little bitchy.Support the podcast and hear episo...
Mansfield Park Chapter 5
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
NZ is back in lockdown so my guest this week is my mother Brenda. We discuss the need for a transition period between being a girl and a woman, and ju...
Mansfield Park Chapter 4
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Crawford's arrive. Are the Bertram girls lacking ears? And I decide Lady Bertram is my role model.Support the podcast and hear episodes early...
Mansfield Park Chapter 3
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're trying something different. I read chapter 3 and we talk about it as we go. Mr Norris dies, the Grants come and there is a threa...
Mansfield Park Chapter 2
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fanny arrives at Mansfield Park and we can see how her character is built through the trauma she suffers in being ripped from her family, a place wh...
Mansfield Park Chapter 1
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We start our read of Mansfield Park by meeting the Ward sisters and witnessing their arguments. Miss Frances gets disowned by her sisters then comes b...
Juvenilia: Henry and Eliza
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
And now for something completely different...Before we start our analysis of Mansfield Park I take a little interlude with my friend Craig and dip int...
Persuasion sum up
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are at the end of our reading of Persuasion so we take this opportunity to answer some questions about the novel as a whole. If you'd like to ...
Persuasion Cancelled Chapter
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How did Anne and Fredrick get together in this version? Which version is funnier? What is left out?If you'd like to support the podcast and hear ...
Persuasion Chapter 24
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final chapter of Persuasion, which we think is basically an epilogue. The couple are together, now let's tie up some loose ends!And...
Persuasion Chapter 23
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally here! Captain Wentworth declares his love in written form.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can ...
Persuasion Chapter 22
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a bit of an inbetween chapter for Anne and Captain Wentworth's relationship. The Musgroves come to Bath and Anne is delighted to see them...
Persuasion Chapter 21
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anne had a good old gossip with Mrs Smith and finds out all about Mr Elliot's scandalous past.Apologies for the background noise in this one!If y...
Persuasion Chapter 20
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the surface of this chapter they go to a concert but the undercurrents are the tension between Anne and Captain Wentworth highlighted by the teasin...
Persuasion Chapter 19
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Wentworth is in Bath! How will Anne react? How will Lady Russell react? Are we feeling sympathy for Elizabeth?If you'd like to support th...
Persuasion Chapter 18
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gossip! Juicy delicious gossip! It comes in a letter from Mary and then is shared on a walk with the Admiral. What do you think? Louisa is engaged!If ...
Persuasion Chapter 17
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This chapter introduces Anne's friend, Mrs Smith, who as we all know will become quite important later. Comparisons are drawn between this lonely...
Persuasion Chapter 16
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lady Russell warms up to Mr Elliot but Anne still suspects him. We talk quite a bit about Mrs Clay - is she really as awful as everyone thinks?If you&...
Persuasion Chapter 15
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anne is in Bath with her family who are much happier to see her than expected. Then Mr Elliot arrives - what are his motives?If you'd like to sup...
Persuasion Chapter 14
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mary and Charles are back from Lyme, Louisa is conscious and where is Captain Benwick?If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes earl...
Persuasion Chapter 13
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a chapter that often gets left out of adaptations. Anne returns to Uppercross before going to Bath and Lady Russell meets the Crofts.If you&ap...
Persuasion Chapter 12
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Suddenly we're at the end of Volume 1 and so much happens - they are still in Lyme, they meet Mr Elliot, they go for several walks then Louisa ha...
Persuasion Chapter 11
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Musgrove party, Anne and Captain Wentworth head to Lyme and meet Captain Harville and the romantic figure of Captain Benwick.If you'd like to...
Persuasion Chapter 10
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone takes a walk to Winthrop and the question is finally answered about which of the Musgrove girls is for Captain Wentworth.This was recorded ou...
Persuasion Chapter 9
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode: Sian is promoted to co-host and we discuss chapter 9 of Persuasion. Are the Miss Musgroves in a battle for Captain Wentworth's h...
Persuasion Chapter 8
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a pretty sad chapter, Anne and Captain Wentworth can no longer avoid each other. He's having a great time with the Musgroves while she&ap...
Persuasion Chapter 7
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Wentworth finally arrives! Anne is in agony and he has some not very nice things to say about her behind her back.If you'd like to suppor...
Persuasion Chapter 6
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Poor Anne has to listen to the troubles of everyone at Uppercross, she meets the Crofts and learns that Captain Wentworth will soon be visiting themIf...
Persuasion Chapter 5
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lots happens in this chapter and there is finally movement! Elizabeth and Sir Walter head to Bath while Anne heads to Uppercross where we meet her sis...
Persuasion Chapter 4
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 4 we discuss Anne's secret background - who knew this quiet background character would actually be the main character with a lost love...
Persuasion Chapter 3
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's chapter 3 of Persuasion and Mr Shepherd is at his manipulating bestNB: the sound quality isn't great at the start but we manage to fix ...
Persuasion Chapter 2
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who has Elizabeth been having sleepovers with and why does Lady Russel disapprove?If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early yo...
Persuasion Chapter 1
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are staring discussions of Persuasion. In this chapter we are introduced to the Elliot family and their financial issues.If you'd like to supp...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 61
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally here, the final chapter of Pride and Prejudice. Will Lizzy and Darcy live happily ever after?If you'd like to support the podca...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 60
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss chapter 60 - is it really necessary? What is with all those letters?If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you c...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 59
25 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Chapter 59 Lizzy tells her parents about her engagement and we discuss fan fiction and disparage the 2005 movieIf you'd like to support the po...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 58
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally here - Darcy proposes!If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fiYou can find Frances ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 57
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 57 Sian and I discuss the Collins's sex life and do our first segue into talking about typewriters.If you'd like to support the p...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 56
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 56 Lady Catherine comes to visit - she and Lizzy have a duel with words.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early y...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 55
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Paula misses an exciting chapter so I share the news of Bingley's proposal with my friend Sian.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 54
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lizzy and Darcy can't keep their eyes off each other but have nothing to talk about in chapter 54 of Pride and Prejudice.If you'd like to su...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 53
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bingley is back! Darcy is back! and we discuss (of all things) The BachelorIf you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can d...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 52
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Paula and Frances discuss stupid fertility and how much that wedding really cost.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 51
30 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we define the difference between jail and prison, spoil Death Comes to Pemberley and discuss chapter 51.If you'd like to support ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 50
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss Mr Bennet's rage, Mrs Bennet's silliness and fanfiction.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early y...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 49
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss chapter 49, Death Comes to Pemberley and Enola Holmes. Zach makes a cameo appearance.If you'd like to support the podc...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 48
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss chapter 48, that awful letter from Mr Collins and Mr Bennet's guiltIf you'd like to support the podcast and hear ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 47
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's good to have Paula back to discuss chapter 47 of Pride and Prejudice.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you c...
What Kitty Did Next
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the absence of a guest I'm reading my book review of What Kitty Did Next a book which follows the fate of Kitty BennetIf you'd like to su...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 46
18 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Coming to you from the National Library of New Zealand my special guest Neesha and I discuss chapter 46 of Pride and Prejudice. There is unfiltered Da...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 45
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss chapter 45, Miss Bingley pokes the bear and Shakespeare.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 44
04 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss chapter 44 and dastardly Austen charactersIf you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fiYou can ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 43
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's chapter 43 - Lizzy visits Pemberley and awkwardness abounds. Plus the wet shirt scene is discussed.If you'd like to support the podcast...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 42
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss chapter 42, the state of the Bennets marriage, plot twists and how the Gardiners could possibly leave their four children f...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 41
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss chapter 41 - should Lydia be allowed to go to Brighton?If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on ...
The Other Bennet Sister
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A quick review of that book I keep talking about.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on Ko-fiYou can find...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 40
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss chapter 40, baby poo and Paula's teaching of the 2020 Emma movie.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear ep...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 39
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss chapter 39, cross dressing and the importance of Lydia.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you can donate on ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 38
17 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 38 of Pride and Prejudice we discuss the Collins's sex life and was this chapter really necessary?If you'd like to support the po...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 37
10 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Chapter 37 we discuss Lady Catherine inviting Lizzy on Charlottte's behalf, convenient guests, then go off topic to discuss the screen adaptat...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 36
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 36 Lizzy is dealing with contents of Darcy's letter. We discuss dating apps, Lightbox and the adaptation of Sanditon. If you'd li...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 35
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 35 we discuss Darcy's letter and would he have sent it via email.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes early you...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 34
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 34: Oooh it's the proposal! Darcy proposes to Lizzy and gets smacked down.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episodes ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 33
12 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Chapter 33 of Pride and Prejudice we discuss the love triangle between Darcy, Fitzwilliam and Elizabeth. We also bake a cake but you can't hav...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 32
05 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 32: Charlotte suspects Mr Darcy is in love with Elizabeth and is plotting a wedding for her own nefarious (or maybe just practical) ends.If...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 31
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why are we discussing Sanditon in a podcast about Pride and Prejudice? What exciting news does Paula have about teaching? Also we discuss chapter 31 o...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 30
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In chapter 30 we wonder if Mr Darcy came to Rosings because he knew that Elizabeth was there.If you'd like to support the podcast and hear episod...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 29
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded in quarantine with my special guest my sister Paula. In chapter 29 the Hunsford family visits Rosings Park. Lady Catherine is impertinent but...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 28
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded under quarantine with special guest (or just guest?) my sister Paula. We discuss chapter 28 and feminism and marrying for money.If you'd...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 27
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another episode recorded in quarantine with musical accompaniment. Today we discuss marrying for money and, travel recollections among other thingsIf ...
Pride and Prejudice Chapter 26
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With special background music provided by Brenda, Paula and I discuss the remains of the original Pride and Prejudice, Lizzy's character and the ...