Get caught up on our favorite trashy reality TV show, Antony and Cleopatra. We eat a deliciously youthful salad, speculate on which Shakespeare character is getting the most into quarantine baking, and chill with a horny eunuch. CW: Suicid

Antony and Cleopatra Part 1

May 13th, 2020 1h 2m

It's everyone's favorite Arrested Development spin-off, ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA. We discuss the Kardashians' infamous rule of ancient Egypt, why Trolls World Tour is the zenith of cinema, and how snake bites are a great opportunity for improv come

Shakespeare in Quarantine

Apr 27th, 2020 50m

Did you know that Shakespeare wrote King Lear while in quarantine? Or at least, that's the latest from Twitter. Join us as we yell about a tweet, bore you with historical context, and then devolve into an unhinged discussion about Star Trek quo

Shakespeare in Love

Feb 20th, 2020 1h 12m

It's (kind of) Valentine's Day, and we watched SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE! Was it any good? Who knows, we spent the whole time staring into young Joseph Fiennes' big baby eyes. Featuring a jackhammer, clanging pipes, GOOP, and special guest Jamal Jame

Anonymous

Feb 5th, 2020 1h 5m

Break out your tin foil hat and join us as we watch ANONYMOUS, a truly unhinged Roland Emmerich movie about how Shakespeare was a dirty poor and only fancy boys can write plays! Look out, Oxfordians, we're coming for you.

The Winter's Tale Part 2

Jan 21st, 2020 1h 13m

Surprise! It's still winter! In part two of our discussion on THE WINTER'S TALE, we discuss hawk-based meet-cutes, double disguises, and post-apocalyptic springtime. Featuring TV and film star Margaret Colin, Shakespearean actress Jean Tafler,

The Winter's Tale Part 1

Jan 7th, 2020 1h 11m

Brr. In this most cozy episode, we get hopped up on hot cocoa and yell frantically about THE WINTER'S TALE. Yes, this is the one with the bear. Feat. the constant, agonizing hissing sound of our radiator.

The Two Gentlemen of Verona Part 2

Dec 12th, 2019

CONTENT WARNING: Sexual assaultDanielle and Charlotte finally complete their grim work of discussing THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA. Topics include clown species, the ending of "Grease," and how to gracefully embody a garbage character. Special

The Two Gentlemen of Verona Part 1

Nov 27th, 2019 1h 1m

Sleep No More

Oct 31st, 2019 1h 25m

This Halloween we bring you sp0oky commentary on SLEEP NO MORE, the ~immersive~ theatre piece based on MACBETH. Featuring a peek backstage with special guest Jenna Hokanson, an exhaustive Halloween costume retrospective, and a *real* ghost stor

Halloween Spooktacular

Oct 9th, 2019 56m 44s

BOO! This week we discuss ghosts, witches, and the Bard's most infamous CURSE (plus Shakespearean costume ideas and the fact that LeVar Burton directed 'Smart House').

Julius Caesar Part 2

Mar 28th, 2019 1h 12m

JULIUS CAESAR is back! And his ghost wants to know when you're free for brunch. Special guest Avery DiUbaldo joins us as we discuss eating fire, the collapse of real world democracy, and how to win debate club after your friend gets stabbed.

Julius Caesar Part 1

Mar 15th, 2019 55m 50s

It's JULIUS CAESAR! Shakespeare's only Aaron Sorkin play! Danielle and Charlotte talk politics, cobblers, and whether or not lions are technically a type of weather.

Much Ado About Nothing Part 2

Feb 28th, 2019 1h 9m

It's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING! Again! We talk shady friars, mustache-twirling villains, and how everyone wants to kink-shame Margaret. Featuring real life couple Sara Hymes and Greg Phelps!

Much Ado About Nothing Part 1

Feb 13th, 2019 49m 32s

It's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING! We talk about Elizabethan rom-coms, evil brothers, infinite nieces, and proto-feminist icons. Boy, that Beatrice and Benedick sure do hate each other, huh?

The Comedy of Errors Part 2

Jan 23rd, 2019 49m 54s

It's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS! Again! Charlotte won’t stop singing, Danielle wants to gossip with the Duke, and special guest Luke Jackson joins to talk about twins, goofs, and his very first Shakespearean encounter.

The Comedy of Errors Part 1

Jan 9th, 2019 53m 37s

It's the beloved Mary-Kate and Ashley film, THE COMEDY OF ERRORS! Danielle frees a house elf, Charlotte insists on making everything about capitalism, and everyone advocates justice for Nell.

All's Well That Ends Well Part 2

Dec 26th, 2018 50m 45s

In the second half of our discussion of ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL, we talk about frat boy Parolles and his drum, who's who in 'Beauty and the Beast,' and whether or not Helena is a Mary-Sue. Special guest Emily Lyon!

All's Well That Ends Well Part 1

Dec 12th, 2018 1h

It's ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL! Everyone's favorite rom-com about an anal surgeon with low self esteem! We talk relatable heroines, hot clueless men, and why tricking people into marriage is not a great idea.

Romeo & Juliet Part 2

Nov 28th, 2018 1h 6m

The sound gets nice and crunchy on this one, folks, so apologies to your delicate ears for our auditory crimes!

Romeo and Juliet Part 1

Nov 18th, 2018 40m 40s

In this very first episode of WHAT YOU WILL: a Tedious & Brief Shakespeare Podcast, Danielle and Charlotte talk cool teens, true love, and why you probably like this play more than you think you do.

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