Steven dives deep into the origins and history of the Bard's shortest play to reveal the deep layers and themes within the comedic layers of the play while finding clues about why it was written and the audience it was intended for.
Cinthio's Desdemona: The source for 'Othello'
Steven welcomes Italian-Australian lawyer and author, Michael Curtotti, back to the series to discuss his work translating Cinthio's "Desdemona" as a study of the source material for what became Shakespeare's "Othello."
The Play In The Age of Shakespeare, Part 1
Steven provides analysis and commentary on the Oxford Textual Perspectives series publication of "The Globe In Print, The Book of the Play in the Age of Shakespeare," by Stephen Orgel in part one of this two-part Bonus Feature. Exclusively on Patreon
The Cause, My Soul: A Voyage into Othello with Ted Lange
Steven welcomes the return of actor, producer, director, and playwright Ted Lange to this episode to talk about Ted's prequel to "Othello," and other plays he has written, including "Shakespeare Over My Shoulder," touching on the Shakesperare Authorship Mystery.
James the Poet King
Independent researcher Ian Stockdale joins the series to discuss his book, "Shakespeare: The King James Version," and evidence of the connections between James and the Shakespeare canon.
Sixth Anniversary Show!
Steven and Jake take a look back at 2024 and the sixth season of DQTM to talk about reviews, emails from listeners, fun moments from the series, previews of the coming season and more. This episode was filmed and streamed live on January 14. Find the video replay at our Patreon Page.
Rise of the Tudors
Steven explores the incredible history of the rise of an obscure Welsh family to become one of the most famous dynastic families in the history of England. The story of Henry ap Edmund ap Owen ap Meredith ap Tudor is indeed extra ordinary.
Zeffirelli vs Luhrmann : Battle of the Romeos and Juliets
Steven and Annie deliver their critique, analysis, and comments about the two most iconic film versions of "Romeo and Juliet" ever made for the screen - Baz Lurhmann's 1996 film and Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 classic. Exclusively for Patrons! Click here!
The Dead Hamlets
Steven welcomes Canadian author Peter Darbyshire to this episode to discuss his new editions of the Cross series, especially the second book in the series, "The Dead Hamlets" - a foray into historical fantasy fiction involving the Shakespeare canon, Kit Marlowe, and the curse of "Hamlet."
Drunk on Shakespeare
Steven explores the Bard's writings to help define Shakespeare's relationship with alcohol by examining the number of references found within the canon to drink and drinking, the number of characters identified as alcoholics, and the uses for alcohol referenced within the plays and poems.
Ruff & Ready w/ Rod Carley
Steven welcomes Canadian author Rod Carley to this episode to discuss his new historical fiction comedic romp, "Ruff," as well as Rod's history with Shakespeare, his creative process, and other books he has written.
The State of Oxfordianism
Steven gives an honest review and assessment of the state of the Oxfordian movement, now in its 101st year. He provides some basic history, updates on the latest news, and insights into some of the aspects of the movement that have and continue to struggle. Exclusively for Patrons! https://www.patreon.com/posts/state-of-115893606?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
OLLI OLLI Oxenford!
By listener request, Steven welcomes the double bill of Dr. Earl Showerman and Tom Woosnam, who both return to the series to discuss their involvement with teaching classes for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Earl and Tom share insights into how to create and teach a class at your local OLLI location, fun stories about their experiences, reactions to the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery in education, and much more.
Shakespearean Know-It-Alls
Steven welcomes Dr. Ros Barber to this episode to discuss her books, her research, her successful online class on the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery, and what it's like to get sued for defamation by a Shakespearean Know-It-All.
Lightning Bolt Moments
Steven shares some insight into messages and suggestions he has received from members of the Quiller Nation, some "lightning bolt moments" sparking ideas for future episodes, and a look at things to come in the near future for fellow Quillers to anticipate.
Caesar and the Art of Oral Advocacy
Steven takes a deep dive into "Julius Caesar" and the aspects of legal knowledge found in the play. He specifically examines the art of oral advocacy demonstrated throughout the play and especially through the funeral speeches delivered by Brutus and Antony.
The Price of Authorship Studies
Steven welcomes Diana Price to this episode to discuss her seminal work, "Shakespeare's Unorthodox Biography," now heralding truth about the importance of authorship markers for more than two decades.
Conspiracy Realist
Steven welcomes fellow podcaster and the host of Conspiracy Realist, Shane Skwarek, to this episode to discuss Shane's discovery of the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery, how it compares to other conspiracy theories he has studied, and what actually qualifies as a conspiracy.
Remembering Alexander Waugh
Steven is joined by frequent guest, Dr. Earl Showerman, to deliver a farewell to Oxfordian luminary Alexander Waugh, whose recent passing has been felt across the literary spectrum, and most among the Oxfordian community.
Much Ado About Romance
Steven welcomes prominent romance novelist and fellow Shakespeare mystery sleuth Leigh Michaels to this episode to discuss her incredible volume of work, her process as a prolific writer, and how that led her to question the Stratfordian narrative, ultimately writing a book on the subject called Much Ado About Shakespeare.