

Don't Quill the Messenger: Shakespeare Authorship Explored
Dragon Wagon Radio
Was the name signed to the world's most famous plays and poems a pseudonym? Was the man from Stratford that history attributed the work to even capable of writing them?
Join Theatrical Actor/Writer/Director and Shakespeare connoisseur Steven Sabel as he welcomes a variety of guests to explore literary history's greatest mystery… Who was the writer behind the pen name "William Shakespeare?"
Part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.
Join Theatrical Actor/Writer/Director and Shakespeare connoisseur Steven Sabel as he welcomes a variety of guests to explore literary history's greatest mystery… Who was the writer behind the pen name "William Shakespeare?"
Part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 18min
The Italian Matrix Part 2
Steven continues his fascinating conversation with Professor Erminia Passannanti about the profound influences Italian literature had upon the works of Shakespeare, and how the "rewriting" of those Italian works played a role in disguising the author. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Jon Foss, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, quizzi, Richard Wood, Sandi Boney, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Oct 18, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Italian Matrix Part 1
Steven welcomes Dr. Erminia Passannanti to this first of a two-part episode discussing the obvious influences Italian literature had upon the works of Shakespeare. Passannanti's knowledge and expertise in Italian literature and English culture provide exceptional insight into how Italy and its writers influenced literature around the world. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Jon Foss, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, quizzi, Richard Wood, Sandi Boney, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Oct 5, 2025 • 1h 31min
With Deepest Gratitude
Steven shares some details about recent personal experiences; shouts out to some listeners who have shared interesting finds, discoveries, and links; and answers some plaguing questions presented by fellow Quillers. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Jon Foss, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, quizzi, Richard Wood, Sandi Boney, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Sep 19, 2025 • 1h 17min
The Truth Will Out
Steven welcomes Amanda Eliasch to this episode to discuss her new documentary about Edward de Vere as the author of the works of Shakespeare. "The Truth Will Out." Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Sep 5, 2025 • 50min
The Inimitable Orson Welles: Part Two
Steven concludes his fascinating conversation about Orson Welles with noted film critic, historian, and film institute educator Robert Horton as they dive deeper into "Chimes at Midnight," Falstaff, Freud, Gielgud, Olivier, and more. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Aug 22, 2025 • 54min
The Inimitable Orson Welles: Part One
Steven welcomes noted film critic, historian, and film institute educator Robert Horton to this episode to discuss his research and commentary on the life and works of Orson Welles, perhaps America's most famous Shakespearean of all time. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Aug 8, 2025 • 1h 27min
Anonymous Agnostic Antichrists
Steven welcomes author Derek Hunter to this episode to discuss his historical fiction book, "Anonymous Agnostic Antichrists," written from the voice of Thomas Sackville, who claims in his writings to be the true author of the works of William Shakespeare. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, Courtney L, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Patricia Carrelli, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 29min
Law and Emotion in Shakespeare
Steven welcomes professors Maciej Jonca and Katarzyna Jaworska, who join him from Poland to discuss the international seminar they hosted in Warsaw on the topic of "Law and Emotion in William Shakespeare's Plays." The June 2024 seminar featured presenters from Poland, UK, the United States, China, and India. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Teacher Mallory, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 29min
Law and Emotion in Shakespeare
Steven welcomes professors Maciej Jonca and Katarzyna Jaworska, who join him from Poland to discuss the international seminar they hosted in Warsaw on the topic of "Law and Emotion in William Shakespeare's Plays." The June 2024 seminar featured presenters from Poland, UK, the United States, China, and India. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Teacher Mallory, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com

Jul 15, 2025 • 2h 15min
Minerva's Men
Steven welcomes Jessica Winston, professor of English at Idaho State University, to discuss her specialty in sixteenth century literature and her famous book, "Lawyers at Play," which is a study on how the Inns of Court shaped English literature in profound ways. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made possible by Patrons: Clare Jaget, David Neufer, Deduce, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Eva Varelas, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Michael Hannigan, Neal Riesterer, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sheila Kethley, Teacher Mallory, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com


