

All About Agatha Christie
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All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course: the Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire, and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. For five years, Catherine Brobeck and Kemper Donovan revisited these novels in publication order, ranking them according to pre-set criteria (plot, character, etc.). Tragically, Catherine Brobeck passed away at the end of 2021. She will be forever missed. Since then, Kemper has completed the podcast's ranking project, and continues to celebrate the greatness of Christie by attempting to solve the ultimate mystery where she is concerned. Why Christie--and Christie alone--endures as powerfully as she does.
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Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 8min
Interview with Mark Shanahan, Playwright and Director of a New Adaptation of The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
If you like The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, then this episode is for you! If you like theater, then this episode is *really* for you! Mark was a delight; his passion for Ackroyd, theater, and all things Agatha Christie shines through our entire conversation. Enjoy! Click here to download the Orson Welles radio adaptation of The Murder of Roger Ackroyd referenced in the episode. Click here to visit and subscribe to the podcast's Patreon page. You can pre-order my upcoming mystery novel, The Busy Body, in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia and New Zealand. This episode is sponsored by Britbox. For listeners in the U.S. and Canada, click here and use the promo code "AGATHA" at checkout for 50% off the first month of your monthly subscription. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Nov 11, 2023 • 1h 27min
Interview with Booktuber (and Agatha Christie Enthusiast) Mara Sinclair
Mara Sinclair, Booktuber and Agatha Christie enthusiast, discusses the online world of readerly appreciation, including Booktube and Goodreads. They also dive into their perception of 'Nemesis' by Agatha Christie, their favorite Agatha Christie novels, and the love for a villain in 'Appointment with Death'. Additionally, they talk about Marvel adaptations and deciphering dense references in a challenging book.

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Oct 28, 2023 • 1h 2min
A Special HALLOWE'EN SPOOKTACULAR Episode: In a Glass Darkly by Agatha Christie
'In a Glass Darkly' by Agatha Christie is a spooky story that combines elements of the supernatural with the rational. The podcast discusses the significance of food and alcohol in Christie's novels, explores productions of her plays, and delves into the publication history of the story. It also discusses the introduction and setting of the novel, and analyzes the aesthetics of the scene

Oct 14, 2023 • 34min
Interview with Jamie Bernthal-Hooker, Author of Jessica Brick Investigates
Author Jamie Bernthal-Hooker discusses his satirical mystery book series 'Jessica Brick Investigates', inspired by Agatha Christie's Miss Marple. Topics include the use of satire and puns, Agatha Christie's comedic writing, her influence on the speaker's writing style, and the novel 'Jessica Brick Investigates' that captures Christie's essence. Upcoming episodes are mentioned, including a Halloween spooktacular and a televised adaptation of an Agatha Christie short story.

Sep 29, 2023 • 1h 22min
*LIVE!* Episode: Agatha Christie's Greatest Short Story? (Recorded at the 2023 Agatha Christie Festival)
The All About Agatha podcast goes live at the Agatha Christie Festival, discussing Christie's greatest short stories, including 'Triangle at Rhodes' and 'Murder in the Muse'. They also explore 'Mr. Quinn' stories, a haunted doll, and the challenges of adapting Christie's works. Teasers are given for future conversations and events.

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Sep 15, 2023 • 55min
Interview with Colleen Mulaney, Author of a New Book About Agatha Christie and Cocktails
Yes, yes: Agatha Christie famously abstained from cocktails and all other alcoholic drinks. So how was it possible to write an entire book--and speak for an entire hour--about Christie and cocktails?! Take a listen and find out! Colleen's book, Agatha Whiskey: 50 Cocktails to Celebrate the Bestselling Novelist of All Time is available at all major booksellers. Click here to purchase Colleen's book in the UK, and here for purchase in the U.S. To pre-order my mystery novel, The Busy Body, click here. To visit and subscribe to the podcast's Patreon page, click here. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit them here for 10% off your first month of therapy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Sep 1, 2023 • 58min
Interview with Karen Pierce, Author of a New Cookbook Celebrating the Work of Agatha Christie
I loved geeking out with Karen over the top ten "food-related" books within the Christie canon, and I think you will too! Visit and subscribe to the podcast's Patreon page here. You can purchase Karen's book here. You can pre-order my mystery novel, The Busy Body, here. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit them here for 10% off your first month of therapy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Aug 19, 2023 • 1h 12min
All About the (Stage) Plays of Agatha Christie
The podcast covers listener feedback and explores the parentage of a character in 'Cards on the Table'. They discuss allusions, the lives of Molly Myers and Ulrika Hyde, and the sense of community fostered by the podcast. They also delve into Agatha Christie's early plays and her theatrical career, including 'Towards Zero', 'Appointment with Death', and 'The Mousetrap'.

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Aug 5, 2023 • 1h 21min
Interview with Julius Green, Author of Curtain Up: Agatha Christie, A Life in the Theatre
I had such a great time focusing on Agatha Christie's theatrical endeavors, with the person who knows more about them than anyone else in the world. Come delight with me and Julius Green in all the drama! You can visit and subscribe to the podcast's Patreon page here. You can buy the newer, paperback edition of Julius's book (with a slightly altered title) here. You can pre-order my mystery novel, The Busy Body, here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 22, 2023 • 1h 23min
All About the Dedications of Agatha Christie
Get ready for another panoramic episode, in which I take full stock of the Christie canon from the unusual perspective of the dedications she (usually) inserted at the front of her books. I even managed to unearth some unsolved (by me, anyway) mysteries.... Visit and subscribe to the podcast's Patreon page here. Pre-order my mystery novel, The Busy Body, at the bookseller of your choice here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


