Episodes

  • 29 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    29 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    13 mins
  • 28 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    28 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    18 mins
  • 27 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    27 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    40 mins
  • 26 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    26 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    37 mins
  • 25 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    25 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    35 mins
  • 24 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    24 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    34 mins
  • 23 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    23 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    31 mins
  • 22 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris

    22 - Oscar Wilde- His Life and Confessions by Frank Harris
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of accounts, bridging the gap between his era and our contemporary views on sexuality. Join us on this journey as we uncover the complexities of Wildes life, revealing a path toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the myth. (Summary by Martin Geeson)
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    49 mins