
The Hamlet Podcast
A weekly podcast now exploring Shakespeare's Macbeth. Every episode covers approximately 30 lines of the play - week by week, until we finish sometime in 2023!
Latest episodes

Jun 9, 2024 • 17min
King Lear | Episode 22 - Enter Fool
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene iv - The Fool appears, telling barbed truths and singing a song to entertain the king.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Jun 2, 2024 • 8min
King Lear | Episode 21 - Base Football Player
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene iv - Lear and Oswald trade insults.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

May 27, 2024 • 13min
King Lear | Episode 20 - I Think The World's Asleep (Repaired)
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene iv - Lear wants to know why nobody is paying attention to him.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty
*** Sincere apologies - something went rather wrong with the mastering of this track when I first uploaded it. I've corrected it now. I hope you enjoy it now that you can hear the whole thing...!

May 19, 2024 • 14min
King Lear | Episode 19 - Honest Counsel
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene iv - Kent enters in disguise, followed by Lear. Kent begs for a job.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

May 12, 2024 • 12min
King Lear | Episode 18 - Old Fools
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene iii - Goneril is losing temper with her father and his hundred knights.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

May 5, 2024 • 9min
King Lear | Episode 17 - No Honest Man
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene ii - Edmund sends Edgar into hiding, and then hints at his true plans.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Apr 28, 2024 • 8min
King Lear | Episode 16 - Some Villain
The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Act I Scene ii - Edgar arrives, and Edmund tells him how much trouble he's in.
Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Apr 21, 2024 • 11min
King Lear | Episode 15 - Under The Dragon's Tail
Delve into the cunning mind of Edmund as he plays with fate and responsibility in King Lear. His mocking soliloquy reveals his disdain for astrological fate, showcasing his villainous charm. The dramatic tension builds as he plots against his brother, all while the kingdom descends into chaos. The exploration of personal accountability versus destiny sets the stage for a gripping tale of betrayal and ambition.

Apr 14, 2024 • 9min
King Lear | Episode 14 - Eclipses
Gloucester grapples with betrayal as he turns against Edgar, manipulated by Edmund's deceit. The podcast dives into the impact of cosmic events, like eclipses, on family dynamics in 'King Lear'. It connects these celestial happenings to feelings of disillusionment and the disintegration of loyalty. Themes of treachery are examined, contrasting honesty with deceit, as the narrative reveals Edmund's enjoyment in betrayal, painting a vivid picture of shattered family bonds.

Apr 7, 2024 • 6min
King Lear | Episode 13 - Abominable Villain!
Familial betrayal takes center stage as Gloucester grapples with a deceitful letter, accusing his son Edgar of treachery. Meanwhile, Edmund's manipulative plans unfurl, showcasing the destructive power of deception. The emotional turmoil escalates, revealing the dark side of family dynamics. This exploration reveals deep themes intertwined in Shakespeare's work while capturing the essence of betrayal and manipulation.