Renowned playwright William Shakespeare, known for inventing over 1,700 words, explores his education and word creation techniques. The podcast delves into Shakespeare's influence on the English language, his creativity through ancient classics, and interactive word coining exercises. Additionally, the hosts introduce writing exercises inspired by Shakespeare's iambic pentameter and highlight sponsors Warby Parker and By Heart.

Explore the transformational tales of Ovid's Metamorphoses and their influence on Shakespeare's works. Discover the parallels between Ovidian stories and Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Learn about the impact of Ovid's tales on Shakespeare and other early modern writers. Uncover how Ovid's Metamorphoses challenged gender norms in early modern England and influenced Shakespeare's plays. Discover the use of Ovid's stories in Titus Andronicus and their relevance to issues of sexual violence.

Famous playwright from the Globe in London, William Shakespeare, joins the hosts to discuss the history of theater, gender norms, and the iconic Globe Theater. They also reflect on their experience with Shakespeare monologues and express their love for theater kids.

Debunking myths surrounding the legendary writer William Shakespeare, including the belief that he didn't write his own works, exploring conspiracy theories, his education, and the lack of biographical information. The hosts encourage listeners to give Shakespeare another chance

Famous jazz musician, Louis Armstrong, and renowned playwright, William Shakespeare, are the guests in this episode. The hosts discuss their contributions to history, share fast facts about their lives, play games, and compare their views on power, professions, writing, and creativity with words.