Jane Bennet
Mentioned in 34 analyzed podcast episodes across 2 shows
A character from Jane Austen's *Pride and Prejudice*, she is Elizabeth's sister who becomes engaged to Mr. Bingley. She serves as an important emotional confidante to Elizabeth throughout the narrative. Podcasts discussing Austen's novel examine her character and her engagement's impact on the story's romantic plotlines.
Episode Appearances
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 19, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 24
“Elizabeth's sister who becomes engaged to Mr. Bingley, triggering speculation about Elizabeth's romantic prospects”
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 12, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 22
“Experiences emotional turmoil upon Bingley's return despite claiming indifference to his arrival”
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 9, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 21
“Elder sister concerned about family reputation and encouraging parental reconciliation with Lydia”
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 5, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 20
“Eldest Bennett daughter; supports Elizabeth and expresses hope for Lydia and Wickham's future happiness”
Jane Austen Stories · Dec 2, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 19
“Elizabeth's elder sister who writes letters informing her of Lydia's elopement and family crisis”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 29, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 3, Chapters 17-19
“Elizabeth's sister engaged to Mr. Bingley; serves as confidante and emotional support throughout the narrative.”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 28, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 3, Chapters 15-16
“Elizabeth's sister who becomes engaged to Mr. Bingley after Darcy acknowledges his earlier meddling was mistaken”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 27, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 3, Chapters 12-14
“Elizabeth's sister who becomes engaged to Bingley, achieving the advantageous match her family desired”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 26, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 3, Chapters 9-11
“Elizabeth's elder sister whose romantic prospects with Bingley are complicated by family scandal”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 25, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 3, Chapters 6-8
“Elizabeth's elder sister who hopes for Wickham's redemption and supports family reconciliation efforts”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 24, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 3, Chapters 3-5
“Elizabeth's eldest sister who maintains hope for Lydia's redemption despite evidence of scandal”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 22, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 2, Chapters 17-19
“Elizabeth's sister dealing with heartbreak over Mr. Bingley's departure and emotional vulnerability”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 21, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 2, Chapters 13-16
“Elizabeth's sister whose romantic prospects with Bingley were damaged by family impropriety and her own reserved manner”
Jane Austen Stories · Nov 21, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 16
“Elder sister trusted to care for Gardiners' children during Derbyshire tour”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 20, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 2, Chapters 10-12
“Elizabeth's beloved sister whose romance with Bingley was disrupted by Darcy's interference, causing her ongoing emotional suffering”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 19, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 2, Chapters 5-9
“Elizabeth's eldest sister; mentioned as having been in London for three months”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 18, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 2, Chapters 1-4
“Elizabeth's sister who experiences romantic disappointment from Bingley's departure and struggles with emotional recovery”
Jane Austen Stories · Nov 18, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 15
“Elizabeth's sister who struggles emotionally with learning of Wickham's wickedness and Darcy's vindication”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 17, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 20-23
“Elizabeth's sister who receives a letter from Caroline Bingley suggesting Mr. Bingley will not return to Hertfordshire.”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 16, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 18-19
“Elizabeth's sister developing romantic connection with Mr. Bingley, central to family's marriage prospects”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 15, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 15-17
“Elizabeth's sister; object of Mr. Bingley's attention; skeptical of negative judgments about either Darcy or Wickham”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 14, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 10-14
“Elizabeth's elder sister; falls ill at Netherfield, becomes object of Mr. Bingley's genuine affection”
Jane Austen Stories · Nov 14, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 14
“Elizabeth's sister whose romantic prospects were damaged by Darcy's intervention in Bingley's courtship”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 13, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 6-9
“Elizabeth's sister who becomes ill and stays at Netherfield, catalyst for Elizabeth's extended visit and closer observation of Darcy”
Phoebe Reads a Mystery · Nov 12, 2025
Pride and Prejudice - Vol 1, Chapters 1-5
“Elizabeth's eldest sister; admired by Bingley and becomes focus of family's marriage hopes”
Jane Austen Stories · Nov 11, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 13
“Elizabeth's beloved sister whose relationship with Bingley was disrupted by Darcy's interference”
Jane Austen Stories · Nov 7, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 12
“Elizabeth's eldest sister whose absence from town and relationship with Mr. Bingley becomes a subject of tension”
Jane Austen Stories · Nov 4, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 11
“Elizabeth's sister experiencing heartbreak over Mr. Bingley; visited in London during Elizabeth's journey”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 31, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 10
“Elizabeth's sister whose romantic hopes with Mr. Bingley are dashed by his sister Caroline's interference”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 28, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 9
“Elizabeth's sister whose romantic prospects are damaged by Bingley's departure and his sister Caroline's interference”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 23, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 8
“Elizabeth's sister who receives a letter from Caroline Bingley suggesting her brother may marry Georgiana Darcy instead of pursuing Jane”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 20, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 7
“Elizabeth's elder sister developing romantic connection with Mr. Bingley during the ball”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 13, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 5
“Eldest Bennet daughter whose beauty captures Mr. Bingley's attention and becomes Mr. Collins' initial marriage target before being redirected to Elizabeth.”
Jane Austen Stories · Oct 6, 2025
Pride and Prejudice Part 3
“Eldest Bennet daughter, falls ill and becomes the object of Mr. Bingley's affection and care”