Jane Austen
Mentioned in 17 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
An 18th-19th century English novelist (1775-1817) best known for works including *Pride and Prejudice* and *Persuasion*, which became global literary classics despite her obscurity during her lifetime. Her novels are discussed in podcasts for their literary merit, moral insights, and as subjects of detailed adaptation and analysis. Podcasts examine her feminism, faith, business acumen, and innovative craft, making her a significant figure in discussions of literature's role in moral development.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Swiftie and The Scholar · May 7, 2026
The Sentimentalism of Marjorie
“Referenced for exploring sentimentalism vs. rationality in novels like Sense and Sensibility”
Selected Shorts · Apr 23, 2026
Jane Austen at 250
“Subject of the episode; 18th-century novelist whose 250th birthday is being celebrated”
Zero to Well-Read · Mar 31, 2026
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
“Pride and Prejudice cited as direct descendant of Beatrice and Benedict dynamic in romantic literature”
Zero to Well-Read · Mar 24, 2026
How to Hone Your Reading Skills, What Makes a Good Reading Goal, and More from the Mailbag
“Author of 'Pride and Prejudice'; mentioned as future episode consideration; Rebecca notes skepticism about Austen”
Old School with Shilo Brooks · Feb 19, 2026
‘Lolita,’ Jeffrey Epstein, and the Real Meaning of a Challenging Classic
“Author cited as alternative recommendation for moral development through literature”
99% Invisible · Feb 3, 2026
The Em Dash
“19th-century author who used em dashes to censor sensitive content in 'Pride and Prejudice'; over 6,000 dashes removed by editors.”
Jane Austen's Paper Trail · Jan 28, 2026
Q&A: experts answer your Jane Austen questions
“Subject of discussion; 19th-century novelist whose faith, feminism, and business acumen are analyzed by the panel”
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 29, 2025
Introducing: Short History of Jane Austen
“Subject of the episode; 18th-19th century author whose novels became global literary classics despite obscurity during her lifetime.”
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 23, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 25
“Author of Pride and Prejudice, the literary work being adapted and narrated in this podcast series”
This Podcast Will Kill You · Dec 16, 2025
Ep 196 Health Myths: Fact or fiction?
“19th century novelist whose works featured characters catching fevers from exposure to cold and wet weather”
Jane Austen's Paper Trail · Dec 9, 2025
The happy ending
“Subject of the podcast series; author of Persuasion and five other novels; lived 1775-1817”
Jane Austen's Paper Trail · Dec 2, 2025
The writer
“Subject of the podcast series; 18th-century novelist whose craft, financial circumstances, and literary innovations are analyzed”
The New Yorker Radio Hour · Nov 28, 2025
Ian McEwan on Imagining the World After Disaster
“Foundational realist novelist whose conventions for representing thought and feeling McEwan credits as essential to the form.”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 12, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 1-5
“Author of Pride and Prejudice, the literary work being dramatized and read aloud in this episode”
Sherlock Holmes Short Stories · Oct 5, 2025
Introducing: Jane Austen Stories
“Author of Pride and Prejudice, began writing the novel at age 20; work has sold over 20 million copies worldwide”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 2, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 2
“Original author of Pride and Prejudice, the literary work being adapted and narrated in this episode”
Jane Austen Stories · Sep 29, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 1
“Original author of Pride and Prejudice, began writing at age 20, work initially rejected by publishers”