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Mentioned in 27 episodes
Othello
The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice
Book • 1603
Written around 1603, 'Othello' is a tragedy that delves into the destructive nature of jealousy and the vulnerability of trust in relationships.
The play follows Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, whose marriage to Desdemona is manipulated by his ensign Iago, leading to tragic consequences.
Iago exploits Othello’s insecurities about his race and marriage, sowing seeds of doubt that ultimately result in the death of Desdemona and Othello's own downfall.
The play is renowned for its exploration of racial and cultural issues, as well as its nuanced portrayal of human nature and the complexities of love and trust.
The play follows Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, whose marriage to Desdemona is manipulated by his ensign Iago, leading to tragic consequences.
Iago exploits Othello’s insecurities about his race and marriage, sowing seeds of doubt that ultimately result in the death of Desdemona and Othello's own downfall.
The play is renowned for its exploration of racial and cultural issues, as well as its nuanced portrayal of human nature and the complexities of love and trust.
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Mentioned in 27 episodes
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to highlight the complexities and flaws present in well-known characters.


Ken Burns

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ReThinking: The George Washington story you haven’t heard with Ken Burns (Part 1)
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as a comparison to the monster with a classical villain like Iago.


Johnathan Bi

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Your Face Shapes Your Destiny | Shelley's Frankenstein Explained
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when discussing McGonagall's admiration for Shakespeare.


Tim Harford

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"Genius Still Unrecognised" - The Worst Poet in the World
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when discussing Shakespeare's play 'Othello' and its villain Iago.

Thomas Banks

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Episode 262: "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, Acts 2 & 3
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in the context of a shared line in two of Shakespeare's plays.


Ryan Holiday

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Do You Practice For Rejection? | A Little Knowledge Is Dangerous
Recommended by Brooke Unger as a potential allegory for current American political dynamics.

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The Intelligence: The Economist reads
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as the first person to describe envy as the green-eyed monster.


Gavin Ortlund

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The Most Miserable Sin
Mentioned by James, who mistakenly pronounced the title and was then corrected by Sarah.

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what does your jealousy really say about you?
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, who attended the play for his wife's birthday.


Marc Lamont Hill

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Episode 833 | "Up To My Wits End"
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as a Shakespearean character with undertow and complications.


Ken Burns

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The George Washington story you haven’t heard with Ken Burns (Part 1)
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als de allerbeste opera die Verdi in zijn hele leven heeft geschreven, naar het toneelstuk van Shakespeare.

Pieter Gerrit Kroeger

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553 - Cyprus EU-voorzitter, juist nu Europa er alleen voor staat
Mentioned in the context of discussing Shakespeare's tragedies and the role of women.

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Antony and Cleopatra
Mentioned to emphasize the derogatory term used for African slaves.

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1793 - "Retribution"
Mentioned by Melyssa Ford when discussing her experience at the Broadway revival.

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Episode 825 | "K"
Mentioned as a source of wisdom on leadership, both good and bad.

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Veep show: America meets J.D. Vance
Referenced by Maiya as a play where anger and jealousy drive you mad, similarly to the feelings explored in the sonnets.

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Shakespeare's Sonnets: The Fair Youth and The Dark Lady
Genannt als literarisches Beispiel für die beste Intrige, bei der ein Taschentuch den Plan von Jago perfekt macht.

AVX #607: Fick dein "Völkerrecht" (w/ Gerd Buurmann / InDubio Podcast)
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as her favorite Shakespearean play.

Sana Saeed

Sana Saeed: Journalism, Media Bias and Challenging Narratives | Sumud Podcast
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as one of the plays written by Shakespeare.


David Dayen

The Election And Tariffs At The Supreme Court
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as an example of how handkerchiefs play a big role in literature.

Sydnee McElroy

Sawbones Classic: Nose Blowing


