MACBETH

All episodes of The Hamlet Podcast covering Act One Scene One of the play.

ACT ONE, Scene One

As a final contribution (for now!) we take a little look at some of the countless artworks that follow on from Hamlet, either as sequels, prequels or other approaches.

A bonus bonus episode: Is There No Sequel?

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act I, Scene i - A whole new chapter!
We begin the play with Act One Scene One - fair is foul, and foul is fair...

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 01 - Fair is Foul and Foul is Fair

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act I, Scene ii - We are plunged almost head-first into the gruesome violence that currently plagues Scotland, as various revolts have sprung up against King Duncan.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 02 - Well He Deserves That Name

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act I, Scene ii - The scene concludes with the bloody captain's last bit of news, and a strange messenger from elsewhere...

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 03 - Bellona's Bridegroom

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act I, Scene iii - We rejoin the Witches, now back on their heath, there to meet with Macbeth...

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 04 - The Master of the Tiger

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act I, Scene iii - Macbeth and Banquo appear, and get a strange prophesy from the witches.

(Please note: an earlier version of this file uploaded itself incorrectly, sending Episode 04 instead of this new material. It has been deleted, and this really is Episode 05... already the witches are messing with us...!) 

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 05 - Imperfect Speakers

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act I, Scene iv - Macbeth and Banquo return to Duncan, who is about to announce the new Prince of Cumberland...

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 08 - The Prince of Cumberland

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet.

A full two years later than my original plan, I made it to Denmark to visit Elsinore this week. Join me as I explore some of this most famous of Shakespearean locations, and hear about some of the hilarious coincidences and characters I encounter. 

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Bonus Episode: Elsinore

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Act IV Scene iii - Ross arrives with news from Scotland.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

Macbeth | Episode 56 - A Modern Ecstasy

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene iii - Kent and Gentleman continue their discussion and we hear a startling description of Lear's emotional state.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 81 - A Sovereign Shame

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene iv - Cordelia hears reports of her father and hopes her Doctor can help make him better. 

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 82 - The Good Man's Distress

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene v - Regan and Oswald reappear, discussing various pressing concerns. 

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 83 - Great Ignorance

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene v - Regan tries to get information out of Oswald.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 84 - Strange Oeillades

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Gloucester and Edgar reach Dover.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 85 - The Extreme Verge

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Gloucester attempts to jump, but Edgar has a whole plan in place.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 86 - This World I Do Renounce

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Lear enters, at a new level of madness.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 87 - This Piece of Toasted Cheese

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Lear rails against women, while Gloucester is overcome with emotion at seeing him.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 88 - Sweeten My Imagination

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Gloucester wonders at Lear's fallen state, while Lear madly criticises the hypocrisies of the world.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 89 - Look With Thine Ears

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Lear recognises Gloucester, before descending into further madness. 

Listen to the end for news of a) a new book and b) Christmas treats coming your way!

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 90 - This Great Stage of Fools

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Edgar, Gloucester and the Gentleman all respond to what has happened.


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King Lear | Episode 91 - The Bounty and the Benison of Heaven

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - Oswald enters, with murderous intent. 

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 92 - A Serviceable Villain

This year's seasonal offering takes the form of a voyage, exploring resonances inspired by the carol "I Saw Three Ships". Today, for Episode 01, we explore the fascinating mythology of The Tiger, which appeared in an earlier episode during our exploration of Macbeth.  Seasons greetings to you! 🎄

I Saw Three Ships | Episode 01 - The Tiger

This year's seasonal offering takes the form of a voyage, exploring resonances inspired by the carol "I Saw Three Ships". Today, for Episode 02, we board the delicate barque of the Sonnets.  Seasons greetings to you! 🎄

I Saw Three Ships | Episode 02 - The Barque

This year's seasonal offering takes the form of a voyage, exploring resonances inspired by the carol "I Saw Three Ships". Today, the third and final episode recounts the tale of the Sea Venture. The real life escapades of this important ship inspired Shakespeare's most famous maritime fantasy, The Tempest, and this episode will transport you all the way into 2026. Happy New Year! 🎄

I Saw Three Ships | Episode 03 - The Sea-Venture

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's King Lear.

Act IV Scene vi - We reach the end of Act 4 Scene 6, as Edgar deals with Oswald and his despairing but lucid father.

Written and presented by Conor Hanratty

King Lear | Episode 93 - Ungracious Paper

The Hamlet Podcast - launching on August 13th, 2017.

The Hamlet Podcast - Trailer

Episode 01 - Who's There? 

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet. 
Act I, Scene i - on the battlements (!)

Presented by Conor Hanratty

Episode 01 - Who's There?

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet. 
Act I, Scene i - on the battlements (!)

Presented by Conor Hanratty

Episode 02 - This Thing

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet. 
Act I, Scene i - on the battlements.

Presented by Conor Hanratty

Episode 03 - Enter Ghost

Episode 04 - Instruments of War

Episode 05 - The Motive of our Preparations

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet. 
Act I, Scene i - on the battlements. 

Presented by Conor Hanratty

Episode 06 - Precurse of Fierce Events

Episode 07 - The Cock Crows

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet. 
Act I, Scene i - on the battlements. We reach the end of the scene. 

Presented by Conor Hanratty

Episode 08 - But look, the Morn!

The Hamlet Podcast - a weekly exploration of Shakespeare's Hamlet. 
Act I, Scene ii - Hamlet, alone. 

Presented by Conor Hanratty

Episode 15 - The First Soliloquy

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