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The House of Halliwell / A Charmed Rewatch PodcastCHARMED AGAIN (Pt 2)Can't have a Part 1 without a Part 2 now can we? Charmed Again (again!) House of Halliwell is only possible because of YOU. Honestly. So thank you all for going on this journey with us by helping grow the show with your love and support. If you haven't already, please consider taking that extra step and become a member of our family H E R E Special THANK YOU to Finola Hughes for filling in on these first 2 episodes. Her insights and presence were nothing short of amazing. And, as always, to our lovely PR...
2025-11-1949 min
Sasha Graham's Ghost Stories by the FireBloodcurdling BrooklynSend us a text💥Spooky Swingers, Rat King of Brooklyn and House of Terror! 3 brand new, TRUE ghost stories recorded live at the Barrow's Intense Tasting Room!Welcome to episode #23 BLOODCURDLING BROOKLYN 👻Sasha Graham’s Ghost Stories by the Fire is a midnight radio show airing on WHNY Western Catskill Radio 93.6FM.Story #1: "Swinging Sister"Storyteller: Finola AustinStory #2: "Rat King of Brooklyn"Storyteller: Alex HaskelStory #3: "Welcome Home"Storyteller: Robin~~~~~~~~~Sasha Gr...
2025-04-1628 min
The History of Literature677 Dylan Thomas (with John Goodby) | Emily Brontë and the Search for HopeDylan Thomas: brilliant poet or self-indulgent blowhard? In this episode, Jacke talks to John Goodby, co-author of the biography Dylan Thomas: A Critical Life, about the misconceptions swirling around the famous Welsh poet, and the approach that he and fellow author Chris Wigginton took in presenting a revealing and fresh introduction to Thomas's life and work. PLUS Jacke reads an essay by Emily Brontë in which she wades through deep currents of darkness and gloom to catch a glimpse of hope.Additional listening:
408 Dylan Thomas (with Scott Carter)
647 The Brontës
The Brontës' Secret Scandal (wit...
2025-02-101h 04The History of Literature647 The Brontes [HOL Encore]Although their lives were filled with darkness and death, their love for stories and ideas led them into the bright realms of creative genius. They were the Brontes - Charlotte, Emily, and Anne - who lived with their brother Branwell in an unassuming 19th-century Yorkshire town called Haworth. Their house, a parsonage, sat on a hill, with the enticing but sometimes dangerous moors above and a cemetery, their father’s church, and the industrializing town below. It was a dark little home, with little more than a roof to keep out the rain, a fire to keep things warm at...
2024-10-311h 00
Art In FictionLoving the Brontës feat. Finola Austin, author of Brontë's MistressSend us a textJoin me as I chat with Finola Austin, author of the award-winning debut novel Brontë's Mistress.Highlights:Origins of Brontë's MistressInvestigating Lydia Robinson, rumored to have had an affair with Branwell Brontë, the ne'er-do-well brother of the famous Brontë sistersInspiration from Mrs. Gaskell's biography of Charlotte BrontëContrast between Lydia Robinson and the typical Brontë heroineUsing Reddit for inspirationShades of gray in Lydia Robinson, the main character of Brontë's MistressBad sex scenes: why we need more of themReading from Brontë's MistressTurning real characters into fictional ones: challeng...
2023-04-2837 min
Charlotte Readers PodcastDavid Baldacci’s Three 2022 Releases, an Iraq War Thriller, and Writing Believably about PlaceIn this episode 317, co-hosted by Charlotte Writers Club president Dave Collins, New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci brings not one but three very different and engaging books to the podcast: Dream Town, The 6:20 Man, and Long Shadows. We also share another thriller, Outside the Wire, by Gary Edgington, a law enforcement and counterterrorism veteran. And we explore how to write believably about places you’ve never seen.
Today’s Featured Authors:
David Baldacci: Time Stamp: 7:19
Global #1 bestselling author David Baldacci returns to the podcast to discuss Long Shadows, his new thriller in which an FBI cons...
2022-11-291h 40
Meta Business, Innovation and Technology PodcastDiversity - Welcome to True Self World: How Mastercard Brought Pride to the MetaverseYour True Self is Priceless. As a long-time LGBTQIA+ ally, Mastercard knows how important it is to build safe, inclusive and welcoming spaces. A leading technology company, Mastercard is uniquely positioned to drive the growth of new communities at the new frontier—the Metaverse. True Self World is an immersive, digital gathering place in the Metaverse for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. In this podcast, Finola Austin, Creative Strategist at Meta, and Gregg Weiss, Director/VP, Social Media and Digital Marketing, US Marketing & Communications at Mastercard, take a deep...
2022-08-3136 minMeta Business, Innovation and Technology PodcastDiversity - Welcome to True Self World: How Mastercard Brought Pride to the MetaverseYour True Self is Priceless. As a long-time LGBTQIA+ ally, Mastercard knows how important it is to build safe, inclusive and welcoming spaces. A leading technology company, Mastercard is uniquely positioned to drive the growth of new communities at the new frontier—the Metaverse. True Self World is an immersive, digital gathering place in the Metaverse for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. In this podcast, Finola Austin, Creative Strategist at Meta, and Gregg Weiss, Director/VP, Social Media and Digital Marketing, US Marketing & Communications at Mastercard, take a deep...
2022-08-3136 min
DIY MFA Radio374: Historical Fiction, the Bronte Family, and the Original Mrs. Robinson - Interview with Finola AustinToday, I have the pleasure of interviewing Finola Austin. Finola Austin, also known as the Secret Victorianist on her award-winning blog, is an England-born, Northern Ireland-raised, Brooklyn-based historical novelist and lover of the 19th century. Her first novel, Bronte's Mistress, was published in 2020. When she's not writing novels or her blog, she works in digital advertising. In this episode Finola and I discuss: How household and gender roles have and have not changed since the 19th century. The difference between being "accomplished" and being "clever" and why it's problematic. Why she created a...
2021-09-081h 01
Story Behind the StoryEpisode 25: Finola Austin - BRONTË'S MISTRESSFinola Austin was born in England and moved to Northern Ireland when she was five; she is now based in Brooklyn, New York. Her debut novel Brontë’s Mistress, is a retelling of the infamous affair between Anne, Charlotte, and Emily’s brother Branwell and a long-maligned married woman, Lydia Robinson, from Lydia’s perspective. Using themes from the Brontë sisters’ novels and weaving in original and secondary sources on the affair, Austin gives voice to a woman torn between her desires and what was expected of her.
I talk to Austin about the enduring appeal of the Brontë...
2021-03-1156 min
New Books in Historical FictionFinola Austin, "Bronte's Mistress" (Atria Books, 2020)It seems likely that most of our listeners have at least heard of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre and her sister Emily’s Wuthering Heights. Many also know that Charlotte and Emily had two other talented siblings who grew to adulthood: Anne, author of the novel Agnes Grey, and the only male heir, Branwell—whose early promise evaporated in a haze of alcohol and opiates. Still, it seems likely that Branwell’s affair with his employer—Lydia Robinson, a wealthy, married woman eighteen years older than he—has received far less attention. This affair, the exact parameters of which have not been det...
2020-12-0441 min
History Through Fiction - The PodcastFinola AustinThis episode of History Through Fiction: The Podcast features Finola Austin, author of the wildly popular historical novel Brontë’s Mistress. Austin, who is also known as The Secret Victorianist, talks with host Colin Mustful about her love of nineteenth century English literature, her transition from academia to becoming a novelist, and the moment she knew she had a story to tell.
2020-10-1540 min
Past ForwardFinola AustinFinola Austin, also known as the Secret Victorianist on her award-winning blog, is an England-born, Northern Ireland-raised, Brooklyn-based historical novelist and lover of the 19th century. Bronte's Mistress, the story of the woman who allegedly corrupted her son’s innocent tutor and brought down the entire Brontë family, is her first novel. By day, she works in digital advertising.Bronte's MistressAtria Books, 2020A World Without Books was created to help writers connect with readers during the pandemic. This Micro-Podcast provides authors a platform to share stories about writing, discuss current projects, and consider lif...
2020-08-1503 min
Bonnets At DawnS4.3, Episode 2: Agnes Grey with Special Guest Finola AustinWe’re celebrating Anne Brontë’s bicentenary by reading her first novel Agnes Grey. This week, we’re covering chapters 9-16, and chatting with Finola Austin, author of Brontë’s Mistress. Find Finola online at FinolaAustin.com
2020-08-131h 18
Books and the CityCheers to Twenty Episodes!We’re a little misty-eyed for today’s release because it’s officially our TWENTIETH full length episode!!! It’s sad that we couldn’t record it in person but don’t worry, we’re still celebrating virtually by reflecting on some of our favorite memories thus far. Then, stay tuned to hear us talk about something other than books for once! We’re all discussing first, last, and favorite concerts before jumping into our book talk. This week, we cover a couple buzzy literary fiction novels and some wonderful (and steamy) historical fiction. Thank you as always for listening, and fo...
2020-08-101h 20
Begin A Captivating Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Bronte's Mistress: A Novel by Finola AustinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/403862to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bronte's Mistress: A Novel
Author: Finola Austin
Narrator: Danielle Cohen
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes
Release date: August 4, 2020
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
“[A] meticulously researched debut novel…In a word? Juicy.” —O, The Oprah Magazine The scandalous historical love affair between Lydia Robinson and Branwell Brontë, brother to novelists Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, gives voice to the woman who allegedly brought down one of literature’s most famous families. Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson has tragically lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to her blea...
2020-08-0410h 53Experience The Unforgettable Full Audiobook Experience!Bronte's Mistress: A Novel by Finola AustinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/403862to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bronte's Mistress: A Novel
Author: Finola Austin
Narrator: Danielle Cohen
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes
Release date: August 4, 2020
Genres: Literary Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
“[A] meticulously researched debut novel…In a word? Juicy.” —O, The Oprah Magazine The scandalous historical love affair between Lydia Robinson and Branwell Brontë, brother to novelists Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, gives voice to the woman who allegedly brought down one of literature’s most famous families. Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson has tragically lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to...
2020-08-0410h 53Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Bronte's Mistress: A Novel by Finola AustinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/403862to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bronte's Mistress: A Novel
Author: Finola Austin
Narrator: Danielle Cohen
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes
Release date: August 4, 2020
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
“[A] meticulously researched debut novel…In a word? Juicy.” —O, The Oprah Magazine The scandalous historical love affair between Lydia Robinson and Branwell Brontë, brother to novelists Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, gives voice to the woman who allegedly brought down one of literature’s most famous families. Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson has tragically lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to her blea...
2020-08-0410h 53
Get Hooked On The Must-Listen Full Audiobook Experience!Brontë's Mistress by Finola AustinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/262183to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Brontë's Mistress
Author: Finola Austin
Narrator: Danielle Cohen
Format: mp3
Length: 10 hrs and 53 mins
Release date: 08-04-20
Ratings: 4.2 out of 5 stars, 22 ratings
Genres: Biographical Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
The scandalous historical love affair between Lydia Robinson and Branwell Brontë, brother to novelists Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, gives voice to the woman who allegedly brought down one of literature’s most famous families.
2020-08-0410h 53Listen to New Full Audiobooks in Literature, Essays & AnthologiesBronte's Mistress: A Novel by Finola AustinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/403862to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bronte's Mistress: A Novel
Author: Finola Austin
Narrator: Danielle Cohen
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes
Release date: August 4, 2020
Genres: Essays & Anthologies
Publisher's Summary:
“[A] meticulously researched debut novel…In a word? Juicy.” —O, The Oprah Magazine The scandalous historical love affair between Lydia Robinson and Branwell Brontë, brother to novelists Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, gives voice to the woman who allegedly brought down one of literature’s most famous families. Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson has tragically lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to...
2020-08-0410h 53Download High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalBronte's Mistress: A Novel by Finola AustinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/403862to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Bronte's Mistress: A Novel
Author: Finola Austin
Narrator: Danielle Cohen
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes
Release date: August 4, 2020
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
“[A] meticulously researched debut novel…In a word? Juicy.” —O, The Oprah Magazine The scandalous historical love affair between Lydia Robinson and Branwell Brontë, brother to novelists Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, gives voice to the woman who allegedly brought down one of literature’s most famous families. Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson has tragically lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to her blea...
2020-08-0410h 53
The Manuscript AcademyBrontë’s Mistress with author-agent team Finola Austin and Danielle Egan-MillerWe’re so pleased to welcome our first-ever historical fiction writer to the Manuscript Academy Podcast. Finola Austin is the author of Brontë’s Mistress, a story that Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter, calls “A beautifully written, highly seductive debut…The chemistry between Branwell and Lydia positively crackles on the page."
Joining Finola is her agent Danielle Egan-Miller, president of Brown & Miller Literary Associates. A mighty team, they will chat about the unusual circumstances behind “The Call," Finola’s massive attention to detail, tips on submission, and more.
We’ll discuss how books can create a sense...
2020-08-0451 minThe History of LiteratureThe Brontes' Secret Scandal (with Finola Austin)Novelist Finola Austin joins Jacke for a discussion of her new novel Bronte's Mistress, which provides a fascinating new perspective on one of literature's most famous families.
FINOLA AUSTIN, also known as the Secret Victorianist on her award-winning blog, is an England-born, Northern Ireland-raised, Brooklyn-based historical novelist and lover of the 19th century. By day, she works in digital advertising. Find her online at FinolaAustin.com.
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2020-08-031h 15
2020-08-0151 min
The Avid Reader ShowBronte's Mistress Finola AustinThis dazzling debut novel for fans of Mrs. Poe and Longbourn explores the scandalous historical love affair between Branwell Brontë and Lydia Robinson, giving voice to the woman who allegedly corrupted her son’s innocent tutor and brought down the entire Brontë family.Yorkshire, 1843: Lydia Robinson—mistress of Thorp Green Hall—has lost her precious young daughter and her mother within the same year. She returns to her bleak home, grief-stricken and unmoored. With her teenage daughters rebelling, her testy mother-in-law scrutinizing her every move, and her marriage grown cold, Lydia is restless and yearning for something more.A...
2020-07-3053 min