Escape into Period Pieces

Miracle (2004) w/ Emily Heyden Feb 23, 2025

"Do you believe in miracles?" Find out in today's episode as Stephanie and her returning guest Emily Heyden discuss one of their favorite films, Disney's "Miracle."

"Miracle" tells the true story of Coach Herb Brooks lead the 1980 US Olympic Mens Hockey Team take on the invincible Soviet Union in Lake Placid, NY. Even if you aren't a hockey fan or love sports movies, you will still appreciate this film! It is available on Disney+.

Featured Music: "Dream On" by Aerosmith

References:

Miracle (2004)

Four Nations All Star Hockey Games

Mr. Holland's Opus

President Jimmy Carter

Daisy Jones & the Six

Are You There God, it's me Margaret?

The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien

Herb Brooks

SNL : 1975

The Holdovers

Biopic

Historical Epic

King Richard

Andre

A Christmas Story

Madeline

Heidi

Yellowjackets (Showtime)

Pen15 (Hulu)

Yellowstone 1883

Yellowstone 1923

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Netflix's "The Empress" Feb 09, 2025

Who is Princess Elisabeth "Sisi" von Wittelsbach? Learn about the Empress of Austria-Hungary in today's episode as Stephanie discusses the Netflix show "The Empress." In the first biopic of season 2, be prepared to hear her reactions to the 2 season Netflix show as well as reacting to listeners' thoughts and comparing the historical context. There is both a spoiler-free and spoiler section.

When do you do all your research when watching a biopic? During or after you finish the show? Answer in the poll below!

References:

"The Empress" (2022-Present) on Netflix

Elisabeth "Sisi" von Wittelsbach

Franz Joseph and the Habsburg lineage

I Wanna Dance with Somebody

A Complete Unknown

Rocket Man

Noble Blood Podcast hosted by Dana Schwartz: Episode entitled "Empress Sisi's Beating Heart"

The Law According to Lidia Poët (2023-Present) on Netflix

"The Artful Dodger" on Hulu

Masterpiece's "Victoria"

Sisi(1955) starring Romy Schneider

Sisi: Austrian Empress (2021) on PBS Passport

Podcast: Fetch the Smelling Salts

"The Gilded Age"

Marie Antoniette (2022) on PBS Passport

"Reign" (CW)

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Music Scores w/ Chelsea Moyer Jan 26, 2025

In today's first guest episode of season 2 (and 2025) join Stephanie and her guest, Chelsea Moyer, discuss one of their favorite things: SCORES!

Stephanie loves talking about the music in period pieces (as she does in several past episodes), so it was about time that an entire episode was dedicated to it.

Enjoy listening to Stephanie and Chelsea geek out over their favorite songs, why they love scores so much, and rank their Top Period Piece Songs and Albums! Even if you don't listen to this kind of music on a daily basis, we hope you give it a listen and fall in love as much as us or at least recognize the importance of them, especially in the genre of Period Pieces.

Playlists referenced in the episode: Chelsea's Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ms90aTAwPEpx42cUT2GCj?si=Rx1nIfBjRH-mC5kEohZzbg Stephanie's Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5WIBQGWZOIASpPlzDGpzl1?si=WH7BAhI3TNuK33DYGUH3Ww

Buckle up for a long episode and thanks for persisting through these Zoom Glitches; one day they will get better :)

Shout out to all the band and orchestra kids!

References: Check out the Playlists linked above for all the songs mentioned in the ranking portion of the episode The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Hans Zimmer Pirates of the Caribbean 2 Spotify Wrapped Loki Score by Natalie Holt Dune 2 Video Game Scores: Journey, Final Fantasy 7 & Kingdom Keepers James Newton Howard--The Hunger Games "Nemo's Egg" Thomas Newman Ramin Djawadis: Game of Thrones, Westworld & the Eternals Into the Spiderverse by Daniel Pemberton The Queen's Gambit--Carlos Rafael Rivera The Theory of Everything--Johann Johannsson 1917--Thomas Newman "Walking into Freedom" from Harriet--Terence Blancard Doctor Who Grantchester by John Lunn Podcasts: You Are Good (Titanic episode), The Art of the Score (How to Train your Dragon episode) The House of R

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Feeling Nostalgic Jan 12, 2025

Happy New Year!

To kick off the start of season 2 join Stephanie reflect back on how she'd answer the question: What's the first period piece or piece of historical fiction she remembers falling in love with?

Are any of the ones spoken about today your childhood favorites? Let us know in the comments!

Hope you enjoy :)

References:

American Girl Dolls

For more watch: Babbity Kate YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YDGsUJmYxA

Liberty's Kids

Liberty's Kids Theme Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBF9XEsnvJI

The Secret Garden (1993)

A Little Princess (1995)

"The Gilded Girl" and "A Tarnished Garden" by Alyssa Colman

"The Christmas Doll" by Elvira Woodruff

Heidi (1993)

The Sound of Music (1965)

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (2005)

Reign (CW)

The Spanish Princess (STARZ)

Madeleine (1998)

"In Two Straight Lines" by Carly Simon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roAO7gTUlls

Anastasia (1997)

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End of Year Wrap Up (2024) Dec 29, 2024

Welcome to the last episode of the year! Join Stephanie as she looks back on season 1, discusses shows, movies, and books that haven't been discussed yet, look towards the future (season 2), and give out some awards.

Thanks for being here and can't wait to continue the journey in 2025!

(Sorry about the audio quality at the beginning. It gets clearer by 2 minutes.)

References:

A Complete Unknown (Bob Dylan Biopic 2024)

The Holdovers (2023)

A Biltmore Christmas (2023)

Doctor Who (2023) Season 1, Episode 6 "Rogue" Disney Plus

Moliere

Moliere, le Spectacle Musical

Album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6ISb3wobXqDACYpA9QARal?si=3vvuucwKQoG3cG6roggpaQ

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joliimonde/video/7301452870199545120?_r=1&_t=8sZmgT6KYne

The Road Dance (2021)

Wolf Hall TV Mini-Series (2015)

Wolf Hall: The Mirror & the Light premieres 3/23 @ 9PM on PBS

The Empress (Netflix)

Anatomy: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz

Murder at the Breakers (Guilded Newport Murders #1) by Alyssa Maxwell

The Landscapes of Anne of Green Gables by Catherine Reid

My Imaginary Mary by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton and Jodi Meadows

Divine Rivals & Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace

VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB PICK!! The Spectacular by Fiona Davis

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Persuasion (2022) w/ Brian Hicks Dec 15, 2024

Does Jane Austen's Persuasion work better on the page than on the screen? This is just one of the questions Stephanie and returning guest, Brian Hicks, discuss in today's episode. Before exploring Netflix's 2022 film, they will talk about their shared love of the novel, and experience with other Persuasion adaptations. Among Jane Austen fans, this film is not celebrated. Find out why in today's episode.

Beware of spoilers and cats :)

For more with Brian, scroll back to the Emma 2020 episode from earlier this season. (Episode 7).

References:

Persuasion by Jane Austen

Persuasion films: 1995, 2007, 2022

All of Jane Austen's novels

"Bloom" by Amy King

Jane Eyre & Wuthering Heights

1st Virtual Book Club Pick: "The Murder of Mr. Wickham" by Claudia Gray

Fox's Persuasion (that never was): Director Mahalia Belo and starring Sarah Snook as Anne Elliot :(

Flea Bag

Bridgerton

Shogun

The Office

Emily (2022) starring Emma Mackey

Love & Jane (Hallmark)

Emma Approved: YouTube

The Jane Games: YouTube

Miss Austen Regrets (2007)

Miss Austen (PBS 2025)

Jane Austen Book Club

The Patriot

Uncle Frank

The Boys in the Band

Call Me By Your Name

The Witch

Y2K

Fear Street Series (Netflix)

Haunting of Venice

The Empress (Netflix)

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The Artful Dodger w/ Drea Mayer Dec 01, 2024

Welcome back to the podcast Drea Mayer in today's conversation about the Hulu TV show "The Artful Dodger," which just announced a second season is coming and will start filming in Australia in 2025! (If only Stephanie and Drea knew about that before this episode was filmed; spoiler alert, they're excited!)

"The Artful Dodger" takes place about 15 years after Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist (but you don't need to know the novel to appreciate this show). It follows Jack Dawkins aka the Artful Dodger (played by Thomas Brodie Sangster) in the 1850s in Australia as he works as a surgeon. He is reunited with Fagan (David Thewlis) who shows up as a prisoner while also navigating a relationship with Lady Belle (Maia Mitchell), the mayor's daughter who wants a career in medicine. Between gore, humor, and romance, this show seems to have it all! Highly recommend if you're looking for a good time.

For more with Drea, listen back to our "All Creatures Great & Small" episode from earlier this year (Episode 9).

Thank you for your patience during the Zoom Glitches :)

Featured Music: "The Joker & the Thief" by Wolfmother

References:

Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
Oliver! (Musical) and 1968 film
Oliver and Company (Disney)
My Lady Jane (Prime Video)
Bridgerton
History on the colony of Australia
Wood Library Museum of Anesthesiology (woodlibrarymuseum.org)
Anatomy by Dana Schwartz
Miss Scarlet & the Duke
Call the Midwife

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The History of Masterpiece Theatre (Then & Now) Nov 17, 2024

Whether you've watched a ton of Masterpiece Theatre before or not, join Stephanie in today's episode and escape from the world as she looks back on the origins of Masterpiece Theatre (which started over 50 years ago) and see where it is today.

The podcast has discussed A LOT of Masterpiece programs already this year, and will most likely discuss more in the future.

Enjoy the videos from today's episode by visiting the YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI0SsKbod-k&list=PL5URV43IXKcdYDhtChM_CTSZnK96W3Qg_

Featured Music: "Rondeau" by Jean-Joseph Mouret

References/Highlights:

Masterpiece: America's 50-Year-Old Love Affair with British Television Drama by Nancy West
Masterpiece Studio Podcast
"Making Masterpiece" 3 episodes (Masterpiece Podcast)
Alistair Cooke
Vincent Price
Masterpiece Mystery!
The Buccaneers (Apple TV)
The 2007 Captain Wentworth is played by Rupert Penry Jones not Rupert Evans :)
PBS Passport

Check out Masterpiece on their social media platforms: YouTube, TikTok and Instagram

Thanks for your patience with my "dramatic pauses" as I figured out the videos

Thank you to everyone who completed the Instagram poll

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Little Women (2019) w/ Pileigh Shahinian Nov 03, 2024

Get cozy and nostalgic with today's episode on Greta Gerwig's 2019 Little Women adaptation. Join Stephanie and her returning guest Pileigh Shahinian nerd out and gush over one of their favorite films. From analyzing the structure of the narrative, to discussing comparisons to the book (and other adaptations) as well as parts that make them happy, this episode is a fun time. It feels like the perfect time to watch this film as it bridges the gap between Fall and Christmas & Winter. Check it out on Hulu.

As always beware of spoilers and thanks for being patient with the zoom glitches.

Featured Music: "Little Women" by Alexander Desplat

References:

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Greta Gerwig
2019 Little Women
1994 Little Women
2018 PBS Mini-series Little Women
Anne with an E (Netflix)
Anne of Green Gables
The Little Women Soundtrack by Alexander Desplat
Boys in the Boat (film 2023)
Jo & Laurie by Margaret Stohl & Melissa de la Cruz
Pride & Prejudice
Lady Bird
The Barbie Movie
Gerwig's adaptation of the Chronicles of Narnia (Netflix)
Joey from Friends (NBC)
Cinderella (2015)
Pirates of the Caribbean
Les Miserables

For more with Pileigh, listen back to our Anne with an E episode (Episode 13)

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Louisa May Alcott & Little Women Oct 20, 2024

Join Stephanie in her third Author Spotlight as she focuses on the life of Little Women author, Louisa May Alcott. In this episode learn more about Alcott's personal life, professional career and a brief overview of the Little Women screen adaptations.

References:

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Meg, Jo, Beth & Amy: The Story of Little Women and Why it Still Matters by Anne Boyd Rioux
LIFE MAGAZINE Little Women (2020)
Visit Orchard House in Concord Massachusetts
Little Women Theatrical Films (1933, 1949, 1994, 2019)
PBS Masterpiece Mini-series (2018)

Prepare for next episode by watching the 2019 film. Watch on Hulu or for purchase on Prime Video.

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Merlin w/ Stephanie Rekowicz Oct 06, 2024

In this episode, join Stephanie along with her guest, Stephanie Rekowicz, discuss the BBC TV series Merlin (2008-2012). Listen to them get nostalgic about their love for the show as well as answer the question if Merlin can be considered a period piece?

Merlin takes a different approach to the Merlin/King Arthur legend by making the famous sorcerer a young man who must keep his magic a secret as it's forbidden in Camelot. You can stream Merlin on Peacock and Amazon Prime Video.

As always be ready for spoilers and thank you for being patient with any Zoom glitches!

Featured Music: "Main Titles" & "Gwen & Arthur"

References:

BBC Merlin (2008-2012)
King Arthur Legend
Tumblr & Fanfiction
Snazzlefrazz on YouTube
Disney's The Sword in the Stone
A Kid in King Arthur's Court
Camelot The Musical
Merlin cast Video diaries
Jurassic World
Bridgerton
Umbrella Academy
Game of Thrones
Reign (CW)
The Great (Hulu)
My Lady Jane (Prime Video)
Le Morte d'Arthur by Thomas Malory
Excalibur (1981 film)
Asa Butterfield: Hugo, Ender's Game, "Sex Education"
"Sandition" (Masterpiece Theatre)
Irish Wish (Netflix)
"Miss Scarlet & the Duke"
Starz's "Camelot"
King Arthur (2004)
BBC "Atlantis"
BBC "Robin Hood"
"Shadow & Bone" (on Netflix & by Leigh Bardugo)
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
"The Outpost" (CW)
"The Librarians" TV series
The Other Merlin by Robyn Schneider
The Kid Who Would be King (2019 film)
"The Spanish Princess"
Angus Imrie plays Merlin & Prince Arthur in the above movie & show
The Bright Sword by Lev Grossman
Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder
American Girl Doll Books
Dear America AND The Royal Diaries books
The Tudors
The Murder on the Orient Express

Unfortunately, "editing Stephanie" cannot remember what show gave me the "vibe" of Merlin :(

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Grantchester on Masterpiece Mystery! Sep 22, 2024

Join Stephanie in today's episode as she discusses the Masterpiece Mystery series, "Grantchester." A small town setting, found family, and murder, Grantchester has it all!

The show follows Geordie Keating (played by Robson Green) and the local vicar (Season 9's Rishi Nair) solve crimes (specifically murders) in the quiet town of Grantchester, located around Cambridge (England). You can start at the beginning or at the most recent season (Season 9). The first five seasons are available with an Amazon Prime subscription, and seasons six through nine are available for purchase. You can also stream it on PBS Passport.

Featured Music: "Mr. Chambers" composed by John Lunn

References:

Grantchester
Gilmore Girls
All Creatures Great & Small
Anne with an E
Cozy Mysteries
Lovely War by Julie Berry
HBO's "The Nevers" (RIP)
The Masterpiece Studio Podcast
YouTube Video: Grantchester, Season 9: Welcome Alphy Kottaram https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSCCzhN9QHo&t=64s
Halle Berry Menopause https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Wellness/breaking-taboo-menopause-10-commonly-asked-questions-answered/story?id=112840806
Miss Scarlet & the Duke

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"Lovely War" & WWI w/ Dahlia Hamza Constantine Sep 08, 2024

Buckle up for an emotional one as Stephanie and returning guest Dahlia Hamza Constantine discuss the second Virtual Book Club pick: Lovely War by Julie Berry.

Lovely War takes place between World Wars I & II as Greek Goddess Aphrodite tells a story to her fellow gods about two couples during WWI. This novel was a rollercoaster of emotions. Whether you read (or listened) to Lovely War or not, be prepared for spoilers as well as a discussion on WWI and historical pieces set during the Great War. It's bound to be an interesting listen no matter if you read the book or not.

As the material is heavy, be sure to take care of yourself :)

Thank you to Dahlia for sharing so much of your personal story.

Thank you to everyone who sent in their thoughts (via Instagram or by sending an email).

And thank you to Julie Berry for writing this novel.

Highly recommend listening to the audiobook as it has a full cast and is fantastic.

Featured Music: "1917" from 1917

References:

Lovely War by Julie Berry
The Maisie Dobbs book series by Jacqueline Winspear
Downton Abbey
Roger Waters from Pink Floyd
Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales: Treaties, Trenches, Mud and Blood (Graphic Novel)
Lines of Courage by Jennifer A. Nielsen
1917 film
1917 score by Thomas Newman
Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan (Disney Plus)
PTSD
National Portrait Gallery; The Brilliant Exiles Exhibit in D.C.
Midnight in Paris (2011)
Emmett Till (1941-1955)
Beryl & Edwina Mysteries by Jessica Ellicott
Frankie Drake Mysteries (TV show)
The Crimson Field (TV show)
The Brightwood Code by Monica Hesse
War Horse (2011)
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
All Quiet on the Western Front
Wilfred Owen
Siegfried Sassoon

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Summer Highlights (2024) Aug 25, 2024

As summer winds down, join Stephanie as she discusses her favorite (and least favorite) TV shows, films, and books from the last 3 months. Summer went by so fast, but luckily there was a lot of good media out there. Hope you enjoy!

References:

Bridgerton
My Lady Jane (Petition: https://www.change.org/p/official-amazon-prime-to-renew-my-lady-jane-for-a-second-season )
All Creatures Great & Small (new stills from season 5)
Renegade Nell (Disney Plus)
Gentleman Jack (HBO Max)
Den of Geek article: "Renegade Nell's Real History & Folklore: Queen Anne, Jacobites, Herne the Hunter & Billy Blind" by Louisa Mellor https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/renegade-nell-real-history-folklore-queen-anne-jacobites-herne-the-hunter-billy-blind/
Foyle's War (2002-2015)
Grantchester (Season 9, PBS/PBS Passport)
Hotel Portofino (Season 3, PBS/PBS Passport)
Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen
One Life (2023) film
The Boys in the Boat (2023)
Most Ardently by Gabe Cole Novoa
Gwen & Art Are Not In Love by Lex Croucher
Lovely War by Julie Berry

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Downton Abbey w/ Emily Heyden Aug 11, 2024

Join Stephanie and her guest Emily Heyden discuss the PBS Masterpiece series Downton Abbey with a look back on the show (that ran from 2010-2016) before discussing the recent news of the latest/third movie currently in the works. [Buckle up for spoilers!]

Downton Abbey is the home to the Crawley family as well as the staff who serves them (very much an upstairs/downstairs story). The show starts in 1912 with the sinking of the Titanic and the death of the heir to the Crawley family, which leads to a distant cousin, Matthew Crawley, a member of the working class, to become heir of the estate. From inheritance and maintaining Downton to scandals and WWI, there is so much conflict in the show (and it gets very addicting).

Emily would also like to note how much she loves the yellow labs on this show and can't believe she forgot to mention them :)

Downton Abbey is available on Prime Video, Peacock, Brit Box and, as always, your local library.

Featured Music: "Downton Abbey Suite" & "Love & the Hunter"

References:

Downton Abbey the show & films
Game of Thrones
The Walking Dead
Bridgerton
My Lady Jane (Prime Video)
Upstairs, Downstairs
Late Night with Jimmy Fallon: "Downton Sixty"
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Lovely War by Julie Berry

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Amazon Prime Video's "My Lady Jane" Jul 28, 2024

Amazon Prime Video's latest show "My Lady Jane" is everywhere! Is it worth the watch?

The show is based on the novel, My Lady Jane, by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows, and retells the story of historical figure Lady Jane Grey with a fantasy twist. Lots of romance and humor fills this show and is definitely a good time.

Episode Breakdown:

Opening & Messages: 0:03
Historical Context: 6:13
Overall Show Thoughts: 11:55
Book Comparisons: 28:14
Recommendations: 43:36
Closing: 54:10

References & Recs:

Amazon Prime Video's "My Lady Jane"
Historical Figure Lady Jane Grey
My Lady Jane by Hand, Ashton & Meadows (book)
Six The Musical
"The Tudors" (2007-2010)
"England's Forgotten Queen" documentary (found on Amazon Prime Video)
Bridgerton (Netflix)
Galavant (ABC)
Ella Enchanted
Princess Bride
Reign (CW)
Sense & Sensibility
"13 Biggest Changes My Lady Jane Makes to The Book" Screen Rant https://screenrant.com/my-lady-jane-biggest-book-changes/
The 100 (book & CW show)
Even The Royals Podcast Episode: "Rewriting History with My Lady Jane"
The White Queen, The White Princess, The Spanish Princess (Starz)
The Great (Hulu)
Rosaline
The Artful Dodger (Hulu)
My Salty Mary (Hand, Ashton & Meadows) is about lady pirate Mary Read
An Assassin's Guide to Love and Treason by Virginia Boecker
A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee
That Self-Made Metal by Brittany N Williams

Phew! That was a lot of references :)

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VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB PICK EXTENDED TIL 8/8!!

Read Lovely War by Julie Berry and submit your thoughts to have them discussed in a future episode!

This was my first time recording with Riverside and I'm still figuring it out, so hopefully the transition music will return soon! Thanks for listening!

Anne with an E w/ Pileigh Shahinian Jul 14, 2024

Escape to Prince Edward Island and visit Avonlea with Stephanie and her latest guest, Pileigh Shahinian as they discuss the Netflix TV series "Anne with an E."

"Anne with an E" is an adaptation of L.M. Montgomery's beloved book series Anne of Green Gables. It had 3 seasons and ran from 2017-2019. Whether you've watched it or not be prepared for spoilers as Stephanie and Pileigh talk about their love for the show and why it's considered a more dramatic adaptation.

Thanks for sticking through the "Zoom Glitches."

References:

"Anne with an E" (Netflix)
Anne & Gilbert Sweatshirt on Etsy (Shop The Bookish Belle) https://www.etsy.com/listing/1265624847/anne-and-gilbert-embroidered-sweatshirt?click_key=15ae2c2cbeb433ba8fe37c0df8e17e0d9ef78b86%3A1265624847&click_sum=cf8d64f8&ref=shop_home_active_7
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery (book series)
1985 Kevin Sullivan Anne of Green Gables
Little Women
2019 Greta Gerwig Little Women (film)
Pride & Prejudice (2005)
Barbie movies
12 Dancing Princesses
Princess and the Pauper

Featured: "Tree Perspective" from "Anne with an E"

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The Life of L.M. Montgomery Jun 30, 2024

Stephanie is back with another Author Spotlight; this time on Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery who is best known for Anne of Green Gables. Come listen to learn more about her life, her professional career(s), love, and legacy she has left behind! References: The Etsy shop (for shirt referenced in the intro): https://www.etsy.com/shop/FoxDenDesignShop?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1171836152&from_page=listing It doesn't seem to be listed anymore, but to see which one Stephanie talks about visit the podcast's Instagram (linked below) Anne of Green Gables Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Anne with an E (Netflix) The Landscapes of Anne of Green Gables by Catherine Reid L.M. Montgomery's Personal Journals "Lucy Maud Montgomery's Varied Love Life" by Agatha Krewinski Edit: Project Green Gables stars Laura Eklund Nhaga not Green Gables Fables

0:13 Intro

4:22 Beginnings & Anne

24:27 Personal Life & Love

30:47 Legacy

46:08 Closing

PODCAST EMAIL: Escape.into.period.pieces.podcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM: Escape.into.period.pieces Join the Virtual Book Club! Lovely War by Julie Berry Submit your review by 8/1 for a chance to be featured on the podcast. DM on Instagram or send an email.

Bonus: Bridgerton Se 3 Pt 2 Reactions Jun 26, 2024

It's time to discuss Season 3 Part 2 of Bridgerton. So, light your Bath & Body Works candles and let's dive in!

Join Stephanie share her thoughts as well as listeners' thoughts on all things related to episodes 5-8. Thank you to everyone who submitted! *Beware of spoilers*

00:13 Intro & Pacing

8:12 Conflict & Changes from the Book

25:04 What We Liked

33:47 Closing

Creators referenced are below:

ARY: https://www.tiktok.com/@arybella__/video/7381580494988741921?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Cambria: https://www.tiktok.com/@cambriadavies/video/7382428996434283806?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Olivia_grace234: https://www.tiktok.com/@olivia_grace234/video/7380399999357685023?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Rock: https://www.tiktok.com/@emily.st.francis/video/7381522390506835205?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Podcast Email: Escape.into.period.pieces.podcast@gmail.com

Instagram:

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Join the Virtual Book Club!

Lovely War by Julie Berry
Submit your review by 8/1 for a chance to be featured on the podcast. DM on Instagram or send an email!

"The Murder of Mr. Wickham" w/Dahlia Hamza Constantine Jun 16, 2024

The first virtual book club episode is live! Come listen to Stephanie and returning guest Dahlia Hamza Constantine discuss The Murder of Mr. Wickham byClaudia Gray. Enjoy the close analysis as well as the discussion on Claudia Gray's version of Jane Austen's beloved characters and the overall mystery. If you haven't read along, be prepared for spoilers.

Thank you to everyone who submitted their reviews! Remember you can always submit your feedback to:

Instagram: @escape.into.period.pieces

Gmail: escape.into.period.pieces.podcast@gmail.com

References:

The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray
Jane Austen & her 6 major novels
Dickensian TV show
Clue
Pride & Premeditation by Tirzah Price
Manslaughter Park by Tirzah Price

Featured: "The Last Dance" from Emma (2009)

NEXT VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB PICK!

Lovely War by Julie Berry
Submit your review/response by August 1st for a potential to be featured on the future episode!
DM on Instagram or send an email (see above)
Read it with your eyes or your ears :)

Bridgerton Season 3 Pt 1 Reactions Jun 02, 2024

Bridgerton Season 3 Part 1 is out on Netflix now and Stephanie is here to discuss all of her thoughts on these first four episodes. Listen to this episode for the things she liked to those she didn't and predictions for what's ahead for the rest of the season (coming out June 13th!). Beware of spoilers! [Sorry about all the page flipping ASMR...]

Thanks for everyone who submitted their thoughts and are featured in this episode. The other creators referenced are below:

Babbity Kate: https://www.tiktok.com/@babbity.kate/video/7372964440691592491

FullofLit (Daria):

https://youtu.be/rP5SDQxaAAs?si=O-pS_Qxk6xheswLP

Podcast Email: Escape.into.period.pieces.podcast@gmail.com

Instagram:

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Join the Virtual Book Club!

Our pick: The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray
All responses/reviews must be submitted by 6/12 for a potential to be featured on the podcast. DM the Instagram or send an email!

Bonus: Let's Talk Period *Drama* May 26, 2024

Welcome to this BONUS episode discussing recent Period Drama. Join Stephanie as she discusses some recent Period Piece news from upcoming films and TV series in the works, to surprising renewals and a devastating cancellation. [All films/TV series are listed below!]

References:

Downton Abbey 3
"My Lady Jane" Prime Video (6/27)
"The Gilded Age" Max
"Bridgerton" Season 3 Netflix (6/13)
"Grantchester" Season 9 PBS (6/16)
"Hotel Portofino" Season 3 PBS (7/28)
"All Creatures Great & Small" PBS
"Miss Scarlet" PBS
"World on Fire" PBS
Edit: Parker Sawyers plays Albert
"Medici" Netflix
"The Forsyte Saga" PBS
SNL 1975

Outside Articles:

https://tvline.com/trailers/grantchester-season-9-premiere-date-tom-brittney-leaving-will-davenport-1235201187/

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/specialfeatures/miss-scarlet-season-5-casting-news-first-look-images/

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/specialfeatures/a-new-forsyte-saga-is-coming-to-masterpiece-on-pbs/

Do you have thoughts on "Bridgerton" Se 3 Pt 1?

Send your reviews to the Instagram or email (listed below) to possibly have your thoughts on next week's episode!

Join the Virtual Book Club!

The Death of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray
Send your thoughts (listed in the format above) before 6/12 to have them featured in a future episode

EMAIL: Escape.into.period.pieces.podcast@gmail.com

All Creatures Great & Small w/ Drea Mayer May 19, 2024

Come escape into the Yorkshire Dales with us this week as we dive into the Masterpiece Classic "All Creatures Great & Small" starring Nicholas Ralph as James Herriot.

Join Stephanie and her guest Drea Mayer discuss their love for this cozy series that will be sure to make you feel good.

"All Creatures Great & Small" is set in the 1930s in the beautiful Dales (yes, England yet again). It follows James Herriot as he moves to the Dales to work as a veterinarian at Skeldale House with Siegfried and Tristan Farnon as well as Mrs. Hall. As he adapts to the rural country life he also falls for Helen Alderson. If you're looking for a new show to binge and need a stress reliever-look no further!

References:

Masterpiece Classic "All Creatures Great & Small"
All Creatures Great & Small by James Herriot (the novel)
"Call the Midwife"
Masterpiece Studio Podcast
Instagram @theyorkshiredales
"All Creatures Great & Small" TV series 1978-1990

Don't forget to join the Virtual Book Club! DM your reviews to the Instagram (Escape.into.period.pieces) by June 12th and you could be featured on the episode!

This month's book:

The Murder of Wickham by Claudia Gray

Historical Fiction Recommendations Pt. 1 May 05, 2024

Today's episode is changing it up and discussing books!

Come listen to some of Stephanie's favorite historical fiction books, classics, and what she's currently reading. Plus, a surprise for something up and coming for a future episode!

Mentioned in this episode:

My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton & Jodi Meadows
Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan
The Gilded Girl by Alyssa Colman
Till Tomorrow Mr. Marsworth by Sheila O'Connor
Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
Jane Austen at Home by Lucy Worsley
The Other Merlin by Robyn Schneider
The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray

EMMA. (2020) w/ Brian Hicks Apr 21, 2024

We're back with another Jane Austen episode!

Pour yourself a cup of hot tea and imagine you're in Hartfield with today's episode analyzing EMMA. (2020) starring Anya Taylor Joy and Johnny Flynn.

Join Stephanie and her guest Brian Hicks break down what it is they like about this specific adaptation of Jane Austen's novel as well as briefly discuss some of Austen's other works. Hope you enjoy!

Featured: Johnny Flynn "Queen Bee"

References:

Emma, Jane Austen
Emma. (2020)
Emma, (1996) x2
Clueless (1995)
Persuasion, Jane Austen
Sense & Sensibility, Jane Austen
Pride & Prejudice, Jane Austen
The Jane Games (YouTube)

Hamlet & Ophelia (2018) Apr 07, 2024

In this episode, briefly revisit William Shakespeare's Hamlet before listening to Stephanie discuss the 2018 film Ophelia (starring Daisy Ridley, Naomi Watts, Clive Owen, and George Mackay). Ophelia is a re-imagining of Hamlet through Ophelia's perspective. The film starts with Ophelia (Daisy Ridley) coming to Elsinore Castle as a child with her father and brother. She becomes one of Queen Gertrude's ladies in waiting, and audiences get to watch Ophelia's romance with Hamlet bloom. This film takes a much more feminist lens and re-invents many crucial scenes from the original play (including the ending...). If you are a fan of romance and strong female characters, but are intimidated by Shakespeare, you should still give this film a chance. Ophelia (2018) is available on AMC+ and for purchase on YouTube Premium and Amazon Prime Video.

Miss Scarlet & the Duke w/ Dahlia Hamza Constantine Mar 24, 2024

Join Stephanie and her guest Dahlia Hamza Constantine discuss the PBS Masterpiece Mystery series "Miss Scarlet & the Duke" starring Kate Phillips and Stuart Martin.

Set in Victorian London, Eliza Scarlet (Kate Phillips) wishes to carry on her father's detective agency business while going against what is expected of a woman during this time period. She often goes to an old family friend, William "The Duke" Wellington (Stuart Martin) who works at Scotland Yard. The series just concluded its 4th season earlier this year.

In this episode, Stephanie and Dahlia discuss what they love about the show, how it began vs. where it is now, as well as react to recent news regarding the future of the show and historical mysteries in general. Hope you enjoy!

Note: The Victorian Era spans 63 years starting in Great Britain and Ireland from 1837-1901.

References:

TV series: "Miss Scarlet & The Duke" (PBS)
Masterpiece Mystery
Black Victorians-Hidden in History by Keshia N. Abraham & John Woolf
The Myrtle Hardcastle Mystery book series by Elizabeth C. Bunce
Aggie Morton Mystery Queen book series by Marthe Jocelyn
Dorothy L. Sayers (mystery writer)

Jane Austen Loveuary on Hallmark Review Mar 10, 2024

This past February, Hallmark Channel debuted an original Jane Austen inspired film every Saturday night as a part of "Loveuary." They varied from contemporary people obsessed with Jane Austen to transporting a modern character into one of her novels and a new period adaptation of Sense & Sensibility.

Join Stephanie in this episode as she reviews all 4 Hallmark films breaking down each one into: Overall Plot, Ode to Austen, Cringey-ness, and Romance.

Hallmark Loveuary (2024) Films Referenced:

Paging Mr. Darcy
Love & Jane
An American in Austen
Sense & Sensibility

Pride & Prejudice (2005) w/ Jordyn Cummings Feb 25, 2024

Join Stephanie and her first guest Jordyn Cummings discuss Joe Wright's 2005 film Pride & Prejudice (starring Kiera Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen)!

Whether you've seen this film 1,000 times before or not even once, enjoy this lively chat between Stephanie and Jordyn as they reminisce being introduced to Jane Austen, the hype for Pride & Prejudice, and more!

Spoiler Alert: This was a fun one :)

References:

Pride & Prejudice, Jane Austen
Pride & Prejudice (2005)

Jane Austen 101 Feb 11, 2024

Have you always wanted to learn more about Jane Austen, but didn't know where to start? Come learn about the life of the authoress of Pride & Prejudice (and much more), and see the legacy her writing has had on modern society.

What is a Period Piece? Jan 21, 2024

The ins and outs of what the Period Piece Film Genre is all about. Come explore the genre as a whole as well as the four subgenres in a lecture style conversation with Stephanie. There will also be a look to the future for what will be ahead for the podcast! Thanks for being here.

Welcome Trailer Jan 10, 2024

Stephanie Reese welcomes you to her podcast, Escape into Period Pieces. A podcast introducing you to the world of the Period Piece Genre or TV and Films set in the past. Whether you've been a fan of watching these programs for decades or just want to learn more, Stephanie welcomes you to explore more about this genre: why it's so beloved and why you should give them a chance.

Hope you come along for the ride!

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