Dame Julie Andrews' Wonderful Interpretation on Jane Austen: The Best Podcasts of the Week
This Week's Choice
Pride & Prejudice
Who could be more perfect to recount Jane Austen’s cherished story compared to the celebrated Julie Andrews? While it doesn't feature Colin Firth in a wet shirt, the Hollywood great acts as a charming and true narrator of the timeless romantic comedy about Elizabeth Bennet together with Mr Darcy. The series, divided into multiple segments, not simply celebrates the quarter-millennial since Austen was born – it coincides with Andrews’s 90th birthday this year, too!
Accessible on many platforms, episodes weekly
Grand Designs Deconstructed
The stress is so intense of building your own dream house, this property series stands among the rare property series in which separation is a feature as opposed to an error. The host collaborates with Greg James in this amiable offshoot for dedicated followers – and reveals that he came on the verge of opening up his personal funds for cash-strapped contributors.
On Spotify, episodes weekly
Woman’s Hour Guide to Life
Every Sunday, Woman’s Hour host leads a special episode that tackles a particular topic using recognized experts and professionals. She starts off on the theme of friendships – ways to create room for friends and stay connected – through conversations with Dolly Alderton, Claire Cohen, Dr Samuel and expert Franco. The tone is chatty, useful and above all, supportive.
On BBC Sounds, weekly episodes
Music, Money & Mayhem
From Pink Floyd up to Blur, the company was home to an array of major UK artists. This audio series hosted by Atkins will surely appeal to audio fans and business heads, as it skillfully traces the label’s collapse through discussions including Pet Shop Boy Neil Tennant and contentious former chairman Hands.
Accessible on many platforms, new episodes each week
Coining It
Led by the journalist, this fresh show seems like it may turn into another run-of-the-mill crypto crime story. Happily, this tale about an individual who discovered a bitcoin glitch that promised infinite cash and catapulted him from the seaside town to Dubai turns out to be an engaging and thoroughly enjoyable caper – while certainly an advisory narrative.
Accessible on many platforms, new episodes each week
