What the Austen? Podcast

Izzy Meakin

whattheausten@gmail.com

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Booking Overview

A literary interview podcast focused on Jane Austen’s novels, Regency society, and the historical context behind her work, typically featuring specialist historians, authors, editors, and fellow Austen experts. Suitable pitches include credible subject-matter experts with published research, books, museum or heritage experience, or relevant literary and cultural commentary; booking difficulty is likely low because the show features accessible niche experts on an independently produced program.

Metrics

Episodes: 93

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

Contact Information

whattheausten@gmail.com

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Host

Izzy Meakin - Creator and host of a podcast exploring Jane Austen’s novels, historical context, and enduring fandom through conversations with specialist guests and fellow enthusiasts.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Specialist expertise in Jane Austen, Regency history, literary history, heritage, or related cultural subjects, supported by authorship, editorial work, museum or heritage experience, research, or public education.
Required Achievements:  
Published books or historical research, Editorial roles in Austen or Regency publications, Leadership or educational work at literary, historical, or heritage events, Relevant podcasting or public history experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Paul Bavill - Regency Duelling, Masculine Honour, Social Codes, And The Historical Context Of Colonel Brandon And Willoughby’s Duel In Sense And Sensibility.

Jackie Herring - Jane Austen’s Connections To Bath Abbey, The People And Institutions Reflected In Austen’s World, And Historical Context Surrounding Her Novels And Family.

Recent Topics

Jane Austen, Austen Studies, Regency History, Literature, British History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
What the Austen? Podcast
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Bonus Episode: Our Sense & Sensibility Trailer Reaction!

July 12, 2026

The *Sense & Sensibility* trailer has arrived, and we had thoughts! 🎬In this bonus episode, Caily and I share our reactions to the first look at Focus Features’ new film, from the trailer itself to the posters and the wider promotional campaign. We chat about what’s caught our attention, what has us intrigued, and what we’re hoping to see as the film’s release gets closer.Please note: there are **book/story spoilers** in this episode. Everything shared is just our own personal opinions an...

Episode 90: Pistols at Dawn? Col Brandon and Willoughby's Duel in Sense & Sensibility

July 04, 2026

Did Regency gentlemen really fight duels to defend a woman's honour? Was Colonel Brandon the gallant hero we often imagine, or was his challenge to Willoughby driven by anger, revenge, and a deeply ingrained code of masculine honour?In this episode of What the Austen? I'm joined by Paul Bavill from History Rage to separate fact from fiction as we explore the fascinating world of Regency duelling. Together, we unpack why gentlemen really challenged one another, the strict rituals that ...

Episode 89: Stories Set in Stone: Jane Austen and Bath Abbey with Jackie Herring

May 02, 2026

In this episode, I’m joined by historian, author, and Austen expert Jackie Herring as we step inside Bath Abbey, home to over 1,500 memorials, each with its own story. Amongst the stones, we uncover not only the world Jane Austen knew, but the real people who may have shaped her writing and world in ways we are still discovering today.Jackie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, having previously served as Director of the Jane Austen Festival, leading tours in Bath and the Abbey for ma...

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