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Talking Tudors

Episode 263 - Shakespeare's Borrowed Feathers with Dr Darren Freebury-Jones

Talking Tudors

Natalie Grueninger

History

4.7969 Ratings

🗓️ 19 September 2024

⏱️ 56 minutes

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Summary

Welcome to another captivating episode of Talking Tudors! I'm your host, Natalie Grueninger. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Darren Freebury-Jones about his fascinating new book, Shakespeare's Borrowed Feathers. Darren shares his insights on Shakespeare's interactions with contemporary playwrights and how these relationships influenced his work. We also dive into the vibrant world of 16th-century London, exploring the bustling city that inspired so many legendary plays. Darren discusses the collaborative nature of playwriting during this period, the pressures of theatrical production, and the dynamic interplay between Shakespeare and his peers. Join us as we uncover the lesser-known influences that shaped the works of the world's greatest playwright. Don't miss this enlightening discussion! Visit Dr Freebury-Jones' website https://darrenfj.wordpress.com/ Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Support Talking Tudors on Patreon Join 'A Bookish Weekend with the Tudors'! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-bookish-weekend-with-the-tudors-tickets-936941385907

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0:00.0

Hello and welcome to Talking Tudors, a fortnightly podcast about the ever fascinating Tudor dynasty.

0:07.3

My name is Natalie Gruniger, and I'll be your host and guide on this journey through 16th century England.

0:14.0

Are you ready to step through the veil of time into the dazzling and dangerous world of the Tudor Court?

0:20.2

Without further ado, it's time to talk Tudors. Hello, everyone. Hello everyone, welcome back to another episode of Talking Tudors.

1:01.4

I'm your host, Natalie Gruniger.

1:03.2

Thank you so much for joining me today.

1:05.4

Before we begin, I'd like to mention an upcoming online event that I'm hosting,

1:09.9

called A Bookish Weekend with the Tudors.

1:12.6

Over the weekend of the 28th and 29th of September, we'll explore 16th century printing,

1:18.4

books and manuscripts through a series of six online lectures and one live Zoom discussion,

1:24.4

delivered by experts in this field. Joining me are Joe Saunders, Dr. Owen Emerson, Kate McCaffrey,

1:31.0

Dr Rebecca Quoss Moore, Professor Martin Van Elk, and Dr Vanessa Wilkie. This is unmissable for lovers

1:37.5

of books and Tudor history. For details and to reserve your place, click on the link in the show notes

1:42.9

or just Google a bookish weekend with the Tudors.

1:46.0

I'd also like to acknowledge and thank the generous listeners who continue to support Talking Tudors on Patreon

1:51.3

and extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who's taken the time to rate and review the show.

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