The Thing About Austen Turns Five

We are now officially old enough to head off to podcast kindergarten, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Jun 29 • The Thing About Austen

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Episode 118: The Thing About Mrs. Clay Under Mr. Elliot's Protection

What exactly does Austen mean when she describes Mrs. Clay as being “under his protection”?

Jun 23 • The Thing About Austen

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May 2026

Episode 117: The Thing About Barton Cottage

The Dashwood ladies have moved to Devon, and everyone seems to have an opinion on their new digs.

May 26 • The Thing About Austen

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March 2026

Our Five Favorite Austen Adaptations

(And Other Bits & Bobs)

Mar 31 • The Thing About Austen

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Episode 116: The Thing About Mrs. Bates's Knitting with guest Eleanor Gilchrist

Mrs. Bates may be sitting quietly in the corner, but her hands are always busy. This episode we are joined by knitting and crochet historian Eleanor…

Mar 23 • The Thing About Austen

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Episode 115: The Thing About Harriet as a Natural Daughter

Emma has big plans for Harriet, and these plans require a backstory, which Emma is more than happy to concoct.

Mar 6 • The Thing About Austen

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February 2026

Episode 114: The Thing About Miss Lambe with guest Damianne Scott

This episode we welcome back guest Damianne Scott to discuss Miss Lambe from Austen’s unfinished work, Sanditon. Dami covers exactly why Miss Lambe is…

Feb 1 • The Thing About Austen

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January 2026

Jane-uary Meet-up this Sunday!

A quick reminder that our planned meet-up is taking place this Sunday, January 11.

Jan 8 • The Thing About Austen

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December 2025

Happy birthday, dear Jane!

Happy 250th birthday to the one and only Jane Austen.

Dec 16, 2025 • The Thing About Austen

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Episode 113: The Thing About Grosvenor Street

The Netherfield crew have all decamped for London, and Caroline wants to make sure that Jane knows all about it.

Dec 15, 2025 • The Thing About Austen

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2026 Jane-uary Meet-up

While we were originally planning to have a virtual get together in December to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, we have decided to have a…

Dec 8, 2025 • The Thing About Austen

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November 2025

Episode 112: The Thing About Lovers' Vows

Mansfield Park has been hit by the theatrical bug, and shenanigans and intrigue are afoot.

Nov 26, 2025 • The Thing About Austen

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