Dr. Roger Stritmatter, full professor of humanities at Coppin State University and leading Oxfordian, returns to the series to discuss dealing with the Oxfraudsters and other Stratfordian orthodox communities who can react with virulence against the Shakespeare Authorship Question.
One Pretty Secret
Independent researcher Heidi Jannsch joins host Steven Sabel for an intriguing discussion about the writings of Gervase Markham and his references to the "pretty secret" in the deVere family history. Jannsch, who has a degree in English and a background in religious studies, also discusses Ben Jonson, the "30-pound note," and John Davies of Hereford.
The Bard of War
Retired professor of theatre, English, and political science, with a master's degree in Shakespeare studies from Brunel University Walter Hurst is writing a book about Shakespeare's influence on the players behind World Wars I and II. Host Steven Sabel queries Professor Hurst on his research for the upcoming publication.
Shakespeare Auteur
Filmmaker Cheryl Eagan-Donovan returns to update host Steven Sabel on the global release of her Oxfordian documentary, and share information about her next projects, including a new book titled, “Shakespeare Auteur.”
Shakespearean Leading Man
Shakespearean leading man, Christopher Karbo, joins host Steven Sabel to discuss tackling the canon in a 52-week process from live readings to virtual meetings and everything in between for 2020.
Shakespeare's Sexuality
Shakespeare Oxford Fellowship President John Hamill joins Steven for a discussion about Shakespeare's sexuality and aspects of the plays and poems some view as homoerotic or bisexual in their themes.
A Journalist's Curiosity
Steven welcomes retired Washington Post journalist and president emeritus of the National Press Foundation, Robert Meyers, to discuss how a journalist's curiosity led to discovery of Edward de Vere as the true “Shake-Speare.”
Shakespeare Suppressed
Steven is joined by historian Katherine Chiljan, author of "Shakespeare Suppressed," in an intriguing discussion about the suppression of the works of Shakespeare, and the reasons behind it.
Poetry Was the World
Guelph University professor of English and theatre, Sky Gilbert, PhD, critically acclaimed novelist and playwright discusses his new book with Steven as they explore the power of language a time when poetry was the world.
Prince of the Oxfordian Revolution : Remembering Tom Regnier
Steven is joined by his wife, Annie, and Dr. Earl Showerman to honor the passing of colleague, friend, and Prince of the Oxfordian Revolution, Tom Regnier who we lost this month from complications due to Covid-19. Also, fellow Oxfordians share their thoughts and pay respects to the former president of the Shakespeare Oxford Fellowship, and past Oxfordian of the Year.
"My dearest partner of greatness"
Steven's wife, Annie, sits in the host's chair and asks compelling questions of Steven and returning guest, Dr. Earl Showerman, including a few curve balls the two Oxfordians do their best to hit out of the park.
Shakespeare's Political "Dream"
Dr. Earl Showerman returns to the program to discuss with Steven the various and very dangerous political aspects of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
Bring Home the Bacon
Steven welcomes Carole Sue Lipman, president of the Shakespeare Authorship Roundtable to discuss the her work with the global forum as well as the life and times of Delia Bacon, first Baconian, and much maligned Shakespeare Authorship researcher.
Physics of an Oxfordian
Former physics teacher, now thespian of the stage and converted Oxfordian, native Brit Tom Woosnam, shares his story with with Steven.
What Bloody Tragedy is That?
Dr. Earl Showerman returns to the show to discuss with Steven the influences of classic Greek literature as source material for the popular (and rumored to be cursed) Scottish play.
Beggar's Books & Noble's Blood
Steven is flying solo in this very unique episode of Don't Quill the Messenger to discuss his personal library and the books within in that he feels are the most important to the Oxfordian movement.
One Year Anniversary
Steven welcomes actor/film director and producer of the show, Jake Lloyd Bacon back to the program to discuss the first year of Don't Quill the Messenger! The two reminisce about their favorite episodes and the conversations they consider tent-pole for the show, as well as talk about what they hope for the next year!
Is there a Doctor in the House?!
Retired ER physician Earl Showerman returns as a guest to speak with Steven about Shakespeare’s advanced and extensive medical knowledge as found within the 700 or more medical references in the canon.
Oxfordian Actors Bucket List
Steven welcomes his wife, Annie, back to the program to discuss some of the roles they both hope to play on stage some day, and the Oxfordian connections to those roles which make them more attractive to an actor's sense of the autobiographical nature of them.
Into the Breach
Actor, fight coordinator, and Society for Creative Anachronism combat veteran, Jesse Durant, joins Steven to talk about medieval and Renaissance combat in connection with the Shakespearean canon.