
Two red-headed comedians revisit classic kids’ books. Will our childhood treasures stand the test of time? Or will we be forced to make fun of them on a podcast?
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 13 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksComedyArts | |||

Always-winter-but-never-Christmas starts earlier every year, doesn't it? Eleanor and Alasdair read C. S. Lewis's furniture-based children's classic The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe (1950). And we've split this bumper Yuletide edition of the pod in ... more
Eleanor & Alasdair take you down to Watership City, where the grass is green and the girls are... hang on, where are all the girls?
We read Watership Down, Richard Adams's 1972 epic. It's Brer Rabbit meets Mad Max, but does the novel live up to the... more
A boarding school for witches? Imagine that! No, not Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Bigotry. We're talking about Miss Cackle's Academy, from Jill Murphy's 1974 bestseller The Worst Witch. In this episode, Alasdair discovers the ropey TV Movie from... more
The Railway Children is an Edwardian children's classic and health & safety nightmare. Edith "E" Nesbit's novel is packed with unforgettable characters, railway mishaps and an exiled Russian dissident who no one remembers. In this episode, recorded l... more
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I will happily listen to any podcasts produced by these two fine people, either solo or working together. It’s my joint favourite podcast along with the Lonely Island one
I listen to quite a few book related podcasts but this one is honestly my favourite. Great banter but also a properly interesting review of the book. Everyone listen to it!
Great stuff
Lovely nostalgic/comedy fun!
I hope this show goes on forever
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The show features two comedic hosts who examine classic children's literature through a humorous lens. Each episode involves lively discussions about beloved stories, their themes, and how they resonate with adult perspectives, often mixing nostalgia with critical insights. The dynamic banter between the hosts adds a unique charm, making it not just a book review but also a reflection on childhood and personal experiences.
Listeners can expect a blend of laughter and thoughtful commentary as the pair navigates everything from social issues in classic tales to the absurdities found within the narratives. The emphasis on revisiting well-known books while infusing them with humor is likely to appeal to both bibliophiles and those looking for ... more
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Eleanor & Alasdair Read That launched a year ago and published 13 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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