Episode
Did Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
1:04:05
Published: Thu Nov 17 2022
Description
The question of Shakespeare's authorship has been around since at least the mid-1800s. Is there anything to it? We'll dig in to this dense topic to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The podcast provides a broad overview of the high points of Shakespeare's authorship being questioned, which can be a lifelong hobby for extremely intelligent people.
00:00 - 02:33 (02:33)
Summary
The podcast provides a broad overview of the high points of Shakespeare's authorship being questioned, which can be a lifelong hobby for extremely intelligent people.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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The debate over whether William Shakespeare was the actual author of his work continues to fascinate people, with both sides examining biographical readings and parallels to his life within his texts.
02:33 - 06:39 (04:05)
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The debate over whether William Shakespeare was the actual author of his work continues to fascinate people, with both sides examining biographical readings and parallels to his life within his texts. It remains an interesting literary mystery that has yet to be fully solved.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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There is strong evidence that Shakespeare attended the grammar school in Stratford, given his father's position and wealth.
06:40 - 10:46 (04:06)
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There is strong evidence that Shakespeare attended the grammar school in Stratford, given his father's position and wealth. His education has been a point of contention among those who question his authorship, but he had just enough education to make a case for having written his works.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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Despite Shakespeare's renown, a dearth of personal documents makes it difficult to piece together his life beyond his career and financial records.
10:46 - 17:19 (06:32)
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Despite Shakespeare's renown, a dearth of personal documents makes it difficult to piece together his life beyond his career and financial records.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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Despite being one of the most widely studied and celebrated literary figures in history, the question of what happened to Shakespeare's many manuscripts and personal effects has remained a mystery.
17:19 - 24:25 (07:05)
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Despite being one of the most widely studied and celebrated literary figures in history, the question of what happened to Shakespeare's many manuscripts and personal effects has remained a mystery. While some believe that his family simply didn't have the means or inclination to preserve them, others wonder if there might be more nefarious forces at play.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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In this podcast, the hosts explore the common misconception that Shakespeare was not educated enough to write his plays and debunk the belief that his works stemmed from someone other than himself, possibly even a member of the royal family.
24:25 - 29:55 (05:30)
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In this podcast, the hosts explore the common misconception that Shakespeare was not educated enough to write his plays and debunk the belief that his works stemmed from someone other than himself, possibly even a member of the royal family.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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The interpretative legacy of Shakespeare's works and his tombstone support the contention that four centuries after his death, his plays still resonate with audiences today.
29:55 - 34:42 (04:46)
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The interpretative legacy of Shakespeare's works and his tombstone support the contention that four centuries after his death, his plays still resonate with audiences today. One potential interpretation of Shakespeare's tombstone has it as a sack of grain.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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Theories around Shakespeare's actual authorship have long been the subject of heated debate.
34:42 - 42:05 (07:23)
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Theories around Shakespeare's actual authorship have long been the subject of heated debate. Some believe in the popular Shakespearean plays, while others point to evidence hinting at involvement by famous philosophers, scientists and more.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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A podcast with a mix of KGB agents, mystics, immortality, destiny, and cycles, Let's Start a Coup also explores weird sex, money, and dance while introducing unforgettable characters outside of society.
42:06 - 46:13 (04:06)
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A podcast with a mix of KGB agents, mystics, immortality, destiny, and cycles, Let's Start a Coup also explores weird sex, money, and dance while introducing unforgettable characters outside of society.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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This podcast episode explores the conspiracy theories surrounding William Shakespeare's identity and attribution of his plays to other writers, including Christopher Marlowe and even women writers.
46:13 - 51:32 (05:18)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the conspiracy theories surrounding William Shakespeare's identity and attribution of his plays to other writers, including Christopher Marlowe and even women writers. It also delves into the comparisons between Marlowe's and Shakespeare's poetry and styles of writing.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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This episode discusses the theory that Shakespeare's plays may have been written by a woman due to the restrictions and societal norms that prevented women from publishing their work during that era.
51:32 - 56:29 (04:57)
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This episode discusses the theory that Shakespeare's plays may have been written by a woman due to the restrictions and societal norms that prevented women from publishing their work during that era. Additionally, it raises the question of the significance of recognizing women's contributions to literature and the arts.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
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Shakespeare may have been paid to let noble people use his name as a playwright, with the reward being a family coat of arms, as he was concerned about restoring his family's reputation.
56:29 - 1:00:02 (03:33)
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Shakespeare may have been paid to let noble people use his name as a playwright, with the reward being a family coat of arms, as he was concerned about restoring his family's reputation.
EpisodeDid Shakespeare really write all that stuff?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The reason squids die after they mate is a survival adaptation as it prevents them from eating their eggs and other squid in the spawning area but still deserves to be sustainably cooked and eaten; mentioned in the Unpacking the Toolbox podcast.
1:00:02 - 1:03:17 (03:14)
Summary
The reason squids die after they mate is a survival adaptation as it prevents them from eating their eggs and other squid in the spawning area but still deserves to be sustainably cooked and eaten; mentioned in the Unpacking the Toolbox podcast.