Julie Andrews' Delightful Version on Austen's Work: Top Audio Shows of the Week
This Week's Choice
Pride & Prejudice
Is there anyone more suited to retell Jane Austen’s most beloved tale than the celebrated Julie Andrews? Although missing Colin Firth soaking wet, the Hollywood great acts as a charming and true voice of this classic romantic comedy about Elizabeth Bennet along with Mr Darcy. The series, split across 25 episodes, not only honors the 250-year mark of Austen’s birth – it’s Andrews’s 90th birthday as well!
Widely available, episodes weekly
Grand Designs Deconstructed
Such is the strain when creating a personal dream house, the TV program is one of the few property series where marital breakdown is common rather than a bug. Kevin McCloud teams up with James on this pleasant companion series for dedicated followers – and confesses that he has been close to using his own money for cash-strapped participants.
Available via Spotify, new installments each week
Woman’s Hour Guide to Life
Every Sunday, Woman’s Hour host leads a dedicated installment that tackles a specific issue with familiar voices and specialists. She kicks off with friendship – ways to create room for friends and maintain contact – through conversations with writer Alderton, journalist Cohen, Dr Samuel and Dr Marisa G Franco. It’s conversational, practical and above all, supportive.
BBC Sounds, episodes weekly
Music, Money & Mayhem
From Pink Floyd to Blur, the company was home to an array of huge British acts. This production presented by Chris Atkins will certainly satisfy music enthusiasts and industry professionals, as it skillfully traces the label’s collapse through discussions including Neil Tennant and debated former chairman Guy Hands.
Widely available, episodes weekly
Coining It
Hosted by Goodall, this latest production seems like it may turn into another run-of-the-mill digital currency tale. Happily, this account about an individual who uncovered a cryptocurrency error that promised endless money and launched this individual from the seaside town to Dubai proves to be a colourful and highly entertaining adventure – while certainly an advisory narrative.
Widely available, episodes weekly
