

Collecting the Collectors: The Gays of Agatha Christie (Special *PRIDE* Edition... with Bonus Jamie Bernthal!)
15 snips Jun 15, 2024
Long-time friend of the podcast, Jamie Bernthal, joins in on a lively discussion about 'gay' characters in Agatha Christie's works. They explore the representation of LGBTQ+ characters like Christopher Wren, Mrs. Hinchcliffe, and Miss Murgatroyd, highlighting the subtle and nuanced portrayals of same-sex relationships in Christie's mysteries. The conversation also delves into speculations about the sexual orientation of other characters, touching on themes of gender, queer theory, and societal norms in literary analysis.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Queer Characters in Agatha Christie's Works
02:07 • 28min
Exploring the Character Christopher Wren in an Agatha Christie Play
29:40 • 2min
Exploring Depictions of Gay Characters in Agatha Christie Novels
31:46 • 2min
Exploring Agatha Christie's Portrayal of Gay Characters
34:12 • 5min
Exploring Speculations of Gay Characters in Agatha Christie's Novels
39:04 • 24min
Exploring Agatha Christie's Characters and Adaptations
01:02:50 • 14min
Deconstructing Characters and Gender
01:16:21 • 27min
Exploring Agatha Christie Books and Characters
01:43:41 • 7min
Conversation with a Scholar of Agatha Christie and Upcoming Top 10 Ranking Exercise
01:51:06 • 3min