Steven welcomes artist and costume designer, Kristopher Castle, to this episode to discuss a collection of paintings Kristopher created featuring a behind-the-scenes look at a fictional production of "Hamlet" told from the perspective of it being an autobiographical work of Edward de Vere.
"The Starre, The Moone, The Sunne"
Steven welcomes director, actor, author, and educator Ron Destro to this episode to discuss Ron's new historical fiction novel based in the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery. Ron explains some of the details behind his book, his process of complimenting historical facts with fictional characters, and working with Sir Derek Jacobi on the audio book recording of the novel.
Antony and Cleopatra
Steven explores this enigmatical play, including its curious history, its dramatic structure, and theories about its connections to the relationship between Queen Elizabeth and Edward de Vere. Exclusively for Patrons at https://www.patreon.com/posts/antony-and-87455272?
"Sheikh Zbaire" and Kit Marlowe
Steven welcomes playwright Shaul Ezer and theatrical producer Laura Moore to this episode to discuss their Edinburgh Fringe Festival production of "The Real William Shakespeare (as told by Christopher Marlowe)" exploring the idea that Marlowe collaborated with a Morrocan diplomat to translate the works of "Sheikh Zbaire" from Arabic into English.
The Gospel According to Shakespeare
Steven welcomes former law professor and biblical scholar, F. LaGard Smith, to the series to discuss his new book, "The Gospel According to Shakespeare," and the Bard's superior knowledge of the Bible and scripture.
"Et Tu, Edward?"
Steven dives into the sources of "Julius Caesar" and the many connections they have to Edward de Vere. Only on the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/posts/et-tu-edward-85659976?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
Northbound and Lost
Steven welcomes author Robert Boog back to the series to discuss his latest books on Shakespeare’s Lost Years and his findings with regards to the Thomas North theory of Shakespeare authorship.
Defining Conspiricism
Steven welcomes successful podcast host, John Brooks, back to the program to discuss his master's thesis on conspiricism and what conspiracies truly look like. Together, they explore some of history's greatest conspiracies and then attempt to define whether the Shakespeare Authorhip Mystery meets true conspiricy criteria.
Much Ado About Edward de Vere
Steven takes a deep dive into the history, sources, and text of "Much Ado About Nothing" to explore its connections to the life of Edward de Vere. Exclusively on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/posts/much-ado-about-84128698?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
That Shakespeare Life
Steven welcomes popular Shakespeare podcast host, Cassidy Cash, to this episode to discuss the origins and history of her "That Shakespeare Life" podcast and her positions on the Authorship Mystery.
Stalking Shakespeare
Steven welcomes author Lee Durkee to the series to discuss Lee's recently released new book, "Stalking Shakespeare: A Memoir of Madness, Murder, and My Search for the Poet Beneath the Paint." Lee shares some insight into the book and his journey as both an author and researcher with an emphasis in historical portraits.
Taboo to Doubt
Steven welcomes journalist and author, Elizabeth Winkler, to the series to discuss her new book, "Shakespeare Was A Woman And Other Heresies: How Doubting the Bard Became the Biggest Taboo in Literature." Elizabeth shares some insights into the impetus behind writing the book, her favorite and more disappointing moments during the process, and her objective, journalistic approach to the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery.
DVS Moot Court Trial Review
Steven provides a review of recent activities of the De Vere Society, including the events held at Middle Temple Hall in March, 2023. He covers the recent administrative battles, the annual meeting, presentations offered at the event, and the proceedings of the Moot Court Trial of William of Stratford. Hear it now exclusively on our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/posts/dvs-moot-court-82047403?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
By My Will - The Authorship Mystery on Stage
Steven welcomes Jeff Watkins, artistic director of the Atlanta Shakespeare Company at the Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse, to discuss a new play the theatre commissioned and produced based on the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery. "By My Will," written by Douglas Post, has had a successful run for the theatre and will receive an encore presentation in the fall.
Handwriting on the Wall
Steven welcomes independent scholar, Alan Tarica, to this episode to discuss Alan's work in seeking a paper trail for Shakespeare through various handwriting samples from the Elizabethan period. They also discuss Alan's theories about the reasons for the creation of the Shake-Speare brand, the front man from Stratford, and other clues to solving the Authorship Mystery.
From Russia With Love
Steven dives into the work of the Russian scholar Lev Verkhovsky and the history of the authorship mystery in Russia, including multiple proponents who believe that Roger Manners, 5th Earl of Rutland may be the true identity behind the Shakespeare brand.
A.I. Shakespeare
Steven welcomes the return of Jon Foss to this episode to discuss he recent interaction with the Artificial Intelligence platform known as ChatGPT regarding the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery. Jon's line of questioning and the compelling answers he received from the AI bot are both intriguing and revolutionary!
With The Breath Thou Giv'st and Tak'st
Steven welcomes poet and antiquities dealer Philip Cooper to this episode to discuss Philip's work studying "Love's Martyr" and "The Phoenix And The Turtle," as well as various specific Shakespearean Sonnets and allusions within the plays that point to Edward de Vere's beliefs about his own origins.
"For the Love of Shakespeare"
Steven and actors from the Rogue Valley Shakespeare Company deliver a presentation featuring some of the Bard's most famous couples to illustrate the playwright's superior understanding of this universal human theme.
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Stratford on Trial
Steven welcomes back renowned Shakespearean actor of stage and screen, Richard Clifford, to discuss the coming De Vere Society sponsored Moot Court Trial of William of Stratford. Richard, a DVS board member who has been the driving force behind organizing this seminal event, shares details about the counsels for the defense and prosecution, as well as key witnesses to be called for testimony.