My Cousin Jane
My Cousin Jane is a podcast produced by Jane Austen's cousin—well, her 8th cousin, 6 times removed—Lee Falin, about the life and works of Jane Austen. Rather than explore the "literary themes and ethos of Jane Austen", or something else you might hear about in a graduate level English Lit class, My Cousin Jane presents a light hearted, chapter-by-chapter collection of segments that one could think of as the "Deleted Scenes" or "Bonus Features" of Austen's works. With any luck, you'll come away both entertained, and with an enriched appreciation and understanding of the life and works of My Cousin Jane.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 10 minutes
- Episodes
- 42
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Regency Weddings and More - Persuasion Chapter 22
What were some of the laws that controlled Regency-era marriages? Where exactly did the Musgroves stay in Bath? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Mr. Elliot's Secret Connection to the Knights Templar - Persuasion Chapter 21
How was Mr. Elliot connected to the mysterious Knights Templar? What violation of the Laws of Honor does Anne commit in this chapter and how is it related to Austen's sister Cassandra? Learn the ans…
All About the Upper Assembly Rooms - Persuasion Chapter 20
We go to a concert with Anne and friends as we tour the Upper Assembly Rooms in Bath. Just how accurate are the movie adaptations of Persuasion? Who is the inimitable Miss Larolles and why does Anne …
Milsom Street and Molland’s - Persuasion Chapter 19
Why is Milsom Street so popular in Jane Austen's writing? What exactly did they sell at Molland's? And why are we going to a concert? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of…
Letters, Epistles, and Gout - Persuasion Chapter 18
How did the mail work in Regency times? Was Jane Austen an epistolary novelist? Why is Bath the place to go for Gout? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Rheumatic Fever and Westgate Buildings - Persuasion Chapter 17
What exactly is rheumatic fever and how was it treated in Regency times? What's wrong with living in Westgate buildings? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jan…
What Sir Walter and King George III had in common, plus Regency Titles - Persuasion Chapter 16
What did Sir Walter and King George III have in common? What is the proper form of address for Lady Darymple? Why is Miss Carteret not Miss Darymple? Learn the answers to these questions and more in …
A Tour of Bath with Sir Walter - Persuasion Chapter 15
What made Camden Place such an interesting place to live? Why was it called Camden Place? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
It's Christmastide in Uppercross! - Persuasion Chapter 14
How did most regency families celebrate Christmas? Just how old was the "Old Bridge" in Bath? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
Caring for the poor, treating chilblains, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 13
What exactly was nurse Sarah treating when she was called back into service? What was the difference between a nursery maid and a nanny? And what were the responsibilities of the gentry towards the p…
Carriages, Chaise, and Gigs, Oh My! - Persuasion Chapter 12
What exactly is the difference between a chaise and a coach? Why is Admiral Croft's gig also referred to as a one-horse chaise? Why does Captain Wentworth return post from Lyme, and what does that me…
All about Lyme Regis, the infamous Cobb, poets, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 11
Just how famous is Lyme Regis and the infamous Cobb where Miss Musgrove takes her tumble? What exactly were bathing machines? And what does the term "Cobb" mean anyway? Learn the answers to these qu…
British footpaths, hedgerows, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 10
Can you really just walk across open private land in England? How exactly does one lay a hedgerow and what were they for? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Ja…
We're back, with fortunes in the 1800s, country curates, and more! - Persuasion Chapter 9
Just how rich was Captain Wentworth? Was being a country curate as bad as Mary says? How exactly is one "made a baronet"? And why was there such a gap between episodes 8 and 9? Learn the answers to …
The Asp, the Laconia, and Women on Ships - Persuasion Chapter 8
Were the Asp and Laconia based on real ships? Why did Captain Wentworth take the time to have a "lovely cruise" in the middle of the war? How common was it for women to be on naval ships? Learn the a…
Why apothecaries always want you to drink something - Persuasion Chapter 7
Does Anne's conversation with Mary about little Charles prove that Jane Austen wasn't a feminist? What exactly was an apothecary and why did they always want people to drink things? Learn the answers…
Where to Live in Bath, Servant Ranks, and Dining Precedence - Persuasion Chapter 6
What was wrong with living in Queen's Square? What's the deal with the servants at Uppercross, and why is Mary taking Mrs. Musgrove's place? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this epis…
Hypochondriacs, Freckles, Teeth, and Clumsy Wrists - Persuasion Chapter 5
What exactly is a "clumsy wrist"? What's wrong with freckles? How was Jane Austen so familiar with hypochondriacs and why are teeth so important in her novels? Learn the answers to these questions an…
San Domingo, Francis Austen, and Naval Prize Money - Persuasion Chapter 4
What is the connection between Captain Wentworth and Francis Austen? How did Naval prize money work? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.
The Peace, The Navy, and Poaching - Persuasion Chapter 3
What exactly was "The Trafalgar Action"? What was a deputation? What exactly does the term "gentleman" mean? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode of My Cousin Jane.