Julie Andrews' Charming Interpretation on Jane Austen: Finest Podcasts of the Week
Pick of the Week
Pride & Prejudice
Who could be more perfect to recount the author's cherished novel compared to the esteemed Julie Andrews? While it doesn't feature Colin Firth drenched, the screen legend is a wonderful and faithful narrator of this classic romantic comedy featuring Elizabeth Bennet together with Mr Darcy. The series, which is broken down into 25 episodes, not only honors the quarter-millennial since Austen was born – it coincides with Andrews’s 90th birthday this year, too!
Accessible on many platforms, new episodes each week
Grand Designs Deconstructed
The stress is so intense when creating a personal dream house, Grand Designs is one of the few TV property shows in which separation occurs regularly instead of a flaw. The host teams up with the presenter for this amiable offshoot for superfans – and reveals that he came near to dipping into his own money for budget-challenged contributors.
Spotify, weekly episodes
Woman’s Hour Guide to Life
Each Sunday, Woman’s Hour host leads a dedicated installment that tackles a particular topic with familiar voices and professionals. She starts off by discussing friendship – methods to find time for friends and keep in touch – through conversations with writer Alderton, Claire Cohen, Dr Samuel and Dr Franco. The tone is chatty, useful and above all, reassuring.
Via BBC Sounds, weekly episodes
Music, Money & Mayhem
Including Pink Floyd to Blur, the label featured an array of prominent British bands. This podcast hosted by Chris Atkins will surely appeal to both music nerds and finance experts, as it effectively outlines EMI's failure by means of conversations with the likes of Tennant and controversial past leader Guy Hands.
Available broadly, weekly releases
Coining It
Presented by Goodall, this latest production seems like it might be an ordinary digital currency tale. Happily, this account concerning a person who uncovered a digital flaw offering infinite cash and catapulted the person starting in Blackpool to the Emirates turns out to be a vibrant and highly entertaining adventure – though undoubtedly an advisory narrative.
Available broadly, weekly releases
