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Mentioned in 17 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 17 episodes
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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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, 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 the first person to describe envy as the green-eyed monster.


Gavin Ortlund

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The Most Miserable Sin
Mentioned to emphasize the derogatory term used for African slaves.

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1793 - "Retribution"
Mentioned in the context of discussing Shakespeare's tragedies and the role of women.

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Antony and Cleopatra
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
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as her favorite Shakespearean play.

Sana Saeed

Sana Saeed: Journalism, Media Bias and Challenging Narratives | Sumud Podcast
Recommended by Brooke Unger as a potential allegory for current American political dynamics.

The Intelligence: The Economist reads
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when referencing a line after being in the flow and having his heart filled.


Pete Holmes

We Made It Weird #221
Mentioned by Kenneth Kukier as a source of wisdom on leadership, highlighting both good and bad examples from his plays.

Veep show: America meets J.D. Vance
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as one of his top five narratives that explore themes of loyalty and betrayal.

Ahmed Best

Ahmed Best: Feel The Future
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in the context of Shakespearean adaptations.

Amy Nicholson

10 Things I Hate About You
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to illustrate how Shakespeare can explore racial themes through complex characters.

Michiel Lieuwma

In de Longhouse met Timon Dias (afl. 170)
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when discussing Sam Gold's Shakespeare productions.

Lilah Raptopoulos

FT Weekend: How Shakespeare gave actor Michael Patrick Thornton his life back
Mentioned as a play with high ticket prices, exceeding a million more than Hamilton.

Are theatre tickets too expensive?! | The reality behind the $921 tickets to Othello on Broadway
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as an example of a Shakespearean play where a character expresses disbelief.


Ryan Holiday

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