The BritLit Podcast

Milk and Apples are Brainfood...2007/05/30
Listen in to Mr. Krake's 4th period class discuss propaganda techniques and logical fallacies like oversimplification and faulty cause and effect reasoning as they relate to politics, media, and George Orwell's 'Animal Farm.'
Some are more equal than others2007/05/30
Listen in to Mr. Krake's 2nd period class discussion on the use of propaganda techniques like euphemism, ad hominem, glittering generalities, and bandwagon.
Soliloquizzle2007/04/27
Join the expert soliloquist Austin and Mr. Krake for a very intriguing dialogue about soliloquys. This productions will help give a better grasp on what, why, and when to use a soliloquy as well as a special reading from Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Yodelling Macbeth2007/04/13
Recording from an airport in Germany, Travis and Joelle discuss Promptbooks and Macbeth Act 2 Scene 2. A little Gwen Stefani gets us in the mood, and we dive into the motivations and objectives of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth on their crusade of evil.
Killing Swine2007/03/23
We're continuing our way through Macbeth, tackling some different scenes this year, and we'll kick it off with a spirited performance of Act 1 Scene 3... complete with mood music! Perhaps one of our best dramatic performances to date.
Scops and Blogs2007/02/20
Tune in to a very interesting discussion pertaining to the changing progression of how learning is changing. This segment includes the intellectual genius of Mr. Krake and the keen insight of one of his finest students, Elijah. Together they discuss how learn
Vowels and Unibrows2007/02/12
Join Mr. Krake and Daniel as they dialogue about the history of the English language. This Episode is filled with archaic sound bites, new added words to Merrium Webster's Dictionary, interesting history facts, and even an original "origins" game.
Love, Death, and Ballads2007/02/02
Ballads- You may be wondering what a ballad is... Well, Mr. Krake and Courtney share everything you have ever wanted to know concerning ballads. It's origin, meaning, and evolution. Tune in for a scintillating discussion.
Let the Discussion Begin!2007/01/26
An insightful, thought-provoking discussion comes to life with the help of our hosts, Mr. Krake and Caroline. Together they lead the audience into a deeper understanding of the Wanderer and its theme, exile. Why is the wanderer in exile? Why is exile a relevant theme back then and today? Listen in and find out!
The Final Installment of Soundtracks2007/01/19
Beowulf meets Highschool Musical. There's nothing quite like modern adaptations to get the brain working.
Beowulf Soundtracks Part 22006/12/22
Justin Timberlake's "Sexy Back" gets remade into a Beowulf-themed "Bringing Killing Back" as well as a rousing performance of Rianna's hit "Unfaithful" converted to "Unstoppable."
Beowulf the Movie2006/12/22
The Task: Create a soundtrack for "Beowulf" the movie. Two groups present their soundtracks and original songs. A dramatic performance of the hit song "Beowulf is our man" by Austin highlights this episode.
20,000 Leagues of Wuthering Heights2006/12/01
Another Installment of Book Reviews allows Stephanie and Olivia to share about 20,000 Leagues by Jules Verne and Courtney and Ashley share about Wuthering Heights.
Taming of the Shrew2006/11/20
Keaton, Richelle, and Casie present a "Super-Short-Show" reviewing Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew." Devond, Heather, and Tawny follow it up with their "hickified" version of a scene from the play. Enjoy!
1984 Book reviews2006/11/11
Season 2 Episode 2 - Melanie & Kristin and Austin & Joy put together short book reviews on George Orwell's "1984".
New Season Premier - Frankenstein Reviews2006/11/03
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We're back for another season. We've got several episodes lined up and ready to go. This season, we're going to try and be a bit more consistant by releasing our shows every Friday. So now, you can look forward to your weekend fill of British Literature.

This week, we're starting out with some Book Reviews on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. This season, we have the joy of hearing from two groups as British Literature has sprouted another section. So this week, we'll hear two group's take on "the modern Promethius."
From Legend to History2006/09/18
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Well, here is our first attempt at a lecture. Please excuse the poor sound quality, as I was trying to keep the file size down. This is mostly for my students, but feel free to listen in as we set up a framework for our first units on Anglo-Saxon Literature as well as Literature of the Middle Ages. This is really a foundation for us to dive into some Elegaic Poetry with "The Wanderer" as well as some language background to introduce "Beowulf." and move into Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales."
Dylan Thomas Extravaganza2006/05/31
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Hosted by Mr. Krake & Jacob Osborne, this discussion dives into the life and poetry of Dylan Thomas. Everything from a 32-second summary of his life to his connection with Bob Dylan. In this episode we play "Name that Poetic Voice," discuss characteristics of modern British poetry, and even present an original villanelle about villanelles. Here's the poem:

A villanelle is a euphonious thing,
It’s a French form of a poem that in the 1800’s came to be.
Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing.

It’s comprised of 19 lines in one fluid string,
Two rhyme schemes repeat with pure, simple glee
A villanelle is a euphonious thing.

It can be about love, life, or death’s sting
The meter is loose; the form is free
Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing.

To strict numbered syllables it does not cling.
From alternating rhyme it will not flee.
A villanelle is a euphonious thing.

When the two lines repeat, unity they bring,
They maintain the theme of the poem without a plea.
Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing.

And You, dear Listener, pick up your pen and fling
All your fluttering ideas on paper in jubilee.
A villanelle is a euphonious thing,
Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing.

by Carolyn Kirby

For more study on Dylan Thomas, check out our TrackStar site:
http://trackstar.4teachers.org/trackstar/ts/viewTrack.do?number=286564

Have a great summer!
32 Second Animal Farm2006/05/24
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Back by popular demand. While we were initially inspired by a 32-second script of Shakespeare's "Macbeth" that we found at www.folger.edu, this time we continued the tradition by writing our own! We compiled some of the key lines from George Orwell's "Animal Farm" and condensed the whole of the story into 32 seconds.

Here's the script:
All: Beasts of England, Beasts of Ireland
Sheep: 4 Legs good 2 Legs bad
Squealer: Comrades, Pigs need the milk and apples
Boxer: I will work harder
Farmer Jones: Death to Animal Farm!
All Animals: CHARGE!!!
Napoleon: The enemy has overthrown our windmill?
Squealer: Snowball did it!
Boxer: I will work harder
Napoleon: Hens surrender your eggs
Boxer: Napoleon is always right
Pigeons: Death to Pilkington
Mr. Whymper: The bank notes are all forgeries
Pigeons: Death to Frederick
Pilkington: Serves you right
Moses: There it lies Sugar Candy Mountain
Boxer: I will work harder “Boxer Dies”
Knacker Truck: “sirens”
All Animals: To the Hospital! The slaughter house?
Napoleon: Pass me the Whiskey
Squealer: All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others.
THE END
Animal Farm Propaganda Ads: DIXIE'S DICTATOR PILLS!!!2006/05/18
Our final Propaganda Ad created by the DSJ Acting Company rounds out our section diving into propaganda. Leave a comment and vote for the ad you liked most!
Animal Farm Propaganda Ads: POWER PILLS!2006/05/15
Here's the second of three group presentations of an original product advertisement to be used at the Animal Farm. This production comes from the AKMD acting company.
Animal Farm Propaganda Ads: BAMBOO BITES!!!2006/05/10
Check out the SFA Acting Company's presentation of their orginal product advertisement for "Bamboo Bites" ... crammed full of sumptuous propaganda techniques. How many techniques can you find?
Ready for some Animal Farm?2006/05/08
We're launching our discovery of "Animal Farm" by George Orwell. Our main point of focus in discussing this text is to consider its symbolic connection with the Russian Revolution, and to examine how propaganda is used in this novel, in politics, and in the media.
32 Second Macbeth2006/05/05
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[WARNING]: you won't appreciate this unless you are familiar with Macbeth. Finish the play, then listen to this episode.

We condensed Macbeth into 32 Seconds! We got this idea from www.folger.edu, and though we didn't think it could be done, after a few takes, we got it down.

Here's the Script:
Witches: Fair is foul and foul is fair
Duncan: What bloody man is that?
Witch #2: A drum, a drum! Macbeth doth come
Macbeth: So foul and fair a day I have not seen
Witch #3: All hail, Macbeth, thou shalt be king hereafter!
Macbeth: If chance will have me king, then chance will crown me
Lady Macbeth: Unsex me here
Macbeth: If it were done when 'tis done
Lady Macbeth: Screw your courage to the sticking place
Macbeth: Is this a dagger that I see before me? [Duncan dies]
Lady Macbeth: A little water clears us of this deed.
Banquo: Fly, good Fleance, fly! [Banquo dies]
Macbeth: Blood will have blood
Witches: Double, double, toil and trouble
Macduff's Son: He has kill’d me, mother! [Macduff's Son dies]
Macduff: Bleed, bleed, poor country!
Lady Macbeth: Out damn’d spot! [Lady Macbeth dies]
Macbeth: Out, out, brief candle!
Macduff: Turn, hell-hound, turn!
Macbeth: Lay on Macduff! [Macbeth dies]
Macduff: Hail, king of Scotland!
[THE END]
Macbeth Act 1 Scenes 6 and 7 by the "SFS Acting Company"2006/04/12
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"Screw your courage to the sticking place!"

Duncan stands in the way of Macduff becoming King of Scotland, and now Duncan is spending the night at Macbeth's castle... the prime opportunity for Macbeth to betray Duncan's trust and take the throne for himself?

He can't seem to convince himself to take the leap, but Lady Macbeth helps talk Macbeth into his first of many vile crimes. Who is the real villain of this play, anyways?

The SFS Acting Company presents this abridged version of Act 1 Scenes 6 and 7.
Macbeth Act 5 Scene 1 Presented by "The DSJ Acting Company"2006/04/04
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"Out, Damned Spot, Out!"

In Act 5, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's Macbeth, Lady Macbeth's guilt is plaguing her dreams. Her maidservant has noticed her sleepwalking (and sleeptalking, sleepwriting, sleepguilding...). She and the doctor witness her incriminating herself of her evil deeds... all while she is still asleep!

"The DSJ Acting Company" presents this scene to you on the BritLit Podcast.
The Conclusion of Macbeth Act 4 Scene 1 as presented by "The Macduff Acting Company"2006/04/04
"Something Wicked This Way Comes!"

Macbeth revisits the witches and three apparitions appear to give him some news. Is it good or bad?

The Macduff Acting Company presents this scene for your enjoyment.
Pilot Episode - Beginning of Macbeth Act 4 Scene 12006/04/03
Our Pilot Episode! This is the scene that inspired it all. We started out with a dramatic reading of this abridged version of the witches casting a spell. We wanted to add some elements to heighten the emotion and dramatic effect of the scene, so we added some sound effects, and thought "Hey, we should do some more of this!" And thus was born the BritLit Podcast. Enjoy!
Introduction to the BritLit Podcast2006/04/03

The BritLit Podcast
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/britlitA Podcast by Mr. Krake's British Literature classes in Grapevine, Texas.

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The BritLit Podcast Milk and Apples are Brainfood...2007/05/30 Listen in to Mr. Krake's 4th period class discuss propaganda techniques and logical fallacies like oversimplification and faulty cause and effect reasoning as they relate to politics, media, and George Orwell's 'Animal Farm.' Some are more equal than others2007/05/30 Listen in to Mr. Krake's 2nd period class discussion on the use of propaganda techniques like euphemism, ad hominem, glittering generalities, and bandwagon. Soliloquizzle2007/04/27 Join the expert soliloquist Austin and Mr. Krake for a very intriguing dialogue about soliloquys. This productions will help give a better grasp on what, why, and when to use a soliloquy as well as a special reading from Shakespeare's Macbeth. Yodelling Macbeth2007/04/13 Recording from an airport in Germany, Travis and Joelle discuss Promptbooks and Macbeth Act 2 Scene 2. A little Gwen Stefani gets us in the mood, and we dive into the motivations and objectives of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth on their crusade of evil. Killing Swine2007/03/23 We're continuing our way through Macbeth, tackling some different scenes this year, and we'll kick it off with a spirited performance of Act 1 Scene 3... complete with mood music! Perhaps one of our best dramatic performances to date. Scops and Blogs2007/02/20 Tune in to a very interesting discussion pertaining to the changing progression of how learning is changing. This segment includes the intellectual genius of Mr. Krake and the keen insight of one of his finest students, Elijah. Together they discuss how learn Vowels and Unibrows2007/02/12 Join Mr. Krake and Daniel as they dialogue about the history of the English language. This Episode is filled with archaic sound bites, new added words to Merrium Webster's Dictionary, interesting history facts, and even an original "origins" game. Love, Death, and Ballads2007/02/02 Ballads- You may be wondering what a ballad is... Well, Mr. Krake and Courtney share everything you have ever wanted to know concerning ballads. It's origin, meaning, and evolution. Tune in for a scintillating discussion. Let the Discussion Begin!2007/01/26 An insightful, thought-provoking discussion comes to life with the help of our hosts, Mr. Krake and Caroline. Together they lead the audience into a deeper understanding of the Wanderer and its theme, exile. Why is the wanderer in exile? Why is exile a relevant theme back then and today? Listen in and find out! The Final Installment of Soundtracks2007/01/19 Beowulf meets Highschool Musical. There's nothing quite like modern adaptations to get the brain working. Beowulf Soundtracks Part 22006/12/22 Justin Timberlake's "Sexy Back" gets remade into a Beowulf-themed "Bringing Killing Back" as well as a rousing performance of Rianna's hit "Unfaithful" converted to "Unstoppable." Beowulf the Movie2006/12/22 The Task: Create a soundtrack for "Beowulf" the movie. Two groups present their soundtracks and original songs. A dramatic performance of the hit song "Beowulf is our man" by Austin highlights this episode. 20,000 Leagues of Wuthering Heights2006/12/01 Another Installment of Book Reviews allows Stephanie and Olivia to share about 20,000 Leagues by Jules Verne and Courtney and Ashley share about Wuthering Heights. Taming of the Shrew2006/11/20 Keaton, Richelle, and Casie present a "Super-Short-Show" reviewing Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew." Devond, Heather, and Tawny follow it up with their "hickified" version of a scene from the play. Enjoy! 1984 Book reviews2006/11/11 Season 2 Episode 2 - Melanie & Kristin and Austin & Joy put together short book reviews on George Orwell's "1984". New Season Premier - Frankenstein Reviews2006/11/03 Info (Show/Hide) We're back for another season. We've got several episodes lined up and ready to go. This season, we're going to try and be a bit more consistant by releasing our shows every Friday. So now, you can look forward to your weekend fill of British Literature. This week, we're starting out with some Book Reviews on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. This season, we have the joy of hearing from two groups as British Literature has sprouted another section. So this week, we'll hear two group's take on "the modern Promethius." From Legend to History2006/09/18 Info (Show/Hide) Well, here is our first attempt at a lecture. Please excuse the poor sound quality, as I was trying to keep the file size down. This is mostly for my students, but feel free to listen in as we set up a framework for our first units on Anglo-Saxon Literature as well as Literature of the Middle Ages. This is really a foundation for us to dive into some Elegaic Poetry with "The Wanderer" as well as some language background to introduce "Beowulf." and move into Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales." Dylan Thomas Extravaganza2006/05/31 Info (Show/Hide) Hosted by Mr. Krake & Jacob Osborne, this discussion dives into the life and poetry of Dylan Thomas. Everything from a 32-second summary of his life to his connection with Bob Dylan. In this episode we play "Name that Poetic Voice," discuss characteristics of modern British poetry, and even present an original villanelle about villanelles. Here's the poem: A villanelle is a euphonious thing, It’s a French form of a poem that in the 1800’s came to be. Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing. It’s comprised of 19 lines in one fluid string, Two rhyme schemes repeat with pure, simple glee A villanelle is a euphonious thing. It can be about love, life, or death’s sting The meter is loose; the form is free Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing. To strict numbered syllables it does not cling. From alternating rhyme it will not flee. A villanelle is a euphonious thing. When the two lines repeat, unity they bring, They maintain the theme of the poem without a plea. Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing. And You, dear Listener, pick up your pen and fling All your fluttering ideas on paper in jubilee. A villanelle is a euphonious thing, Say it, chant it, write it, or just let it out and sing. by Carolyn Kirby For more study on Dylan Thomas, check out our TrackStar site: http://trackstar.4teachers.org/trackstar/ts/viewTrack.do?number=286564 Have a great summer! 32 Second Animal Farm2006/05/24 Info (Show/Hide) Back by popular demand. While we were initially inspired by a 32-second script of Shakespeare's "Macbeth" that we found at www.folger.edu, this time we continued the tradition by writing our own! We compiled some of the key lines from George Orwell's "Animal Farm" and condensed the whole of the story into 32 seconds. Here's the script: All: Beasts of England, Beasts of Ireland Sheep: 4 Legs good 2 Legs bad Squealer: Comrades, Pigs need the milk and apples Boxer: I will work harder Farmer Jones: Death to Animal Farm! All Animals: CHARGE!!! Napoleon: The enemy has overthrown our windmill? Squealer: Snowball did it! Boxer: I will work harder Napoleon: Hens surrender your eggs Boxer: Napoleon is always right Pigeons: Death to Pilkington Mr. Whymper: The bank notes are all forgeries Pigeons: Death to Frederick Pilkington: Serves you right Moses: There it lies Sugar Candy Mountain Boxer: I will work harder “Boxer Dies” Knacker Truck: “sirens” All Animals: To the Hospital! The slaughter house? Napoleon: Pass me the Whiskey Squealer: All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others. THE END Animal Farm Propaganda Ads: DIXIE'S DICTATOR PILLS!!!2006/05/18 Our final Propaganda Ad created by the DSJ Acting Company rounds out our section diving into propaganda. Leave a comment and vote for the ad you liked most! Animal Farm Propaganda Ads: POWER PILLS!2006/05/15 Here's the second of three group presentations of an original product advertisement to be used at the Animal Farm. This production comes from the AKMD acting company. Animal Farm Propaganda Ads: BAMBOO BITES!!!2006/05/10 Check out the SFA Acting Company's presentation of their orginal product advertisement for "Bamboo Bites" ... crammed full of sumptuous propaganda techniques. How many techniques can you find? Ready for some Animal Farm?2006/05/08 We're launching our discovery of "Animal Farm" by George Orwell. Our main point of focus in discussing this text is to consider its symbolic connection with the Russian Revolution, and to examine how propaganda is used in this novel, in politics, and in the media. 32 Second Macbeth2006/05/05 Info (Show/Hide) [WARNING]: you won't appreciate this unless you are familiar with Macbeth. Finish the play, then listen to this episode. We condensed Macbeth into 32 Seconds! We got this idea from www.folger.edu, and though we didn't think it could be done, after a few takes, we got it down. Here's the Script: Witches: Fair is foul and foul is fair Duncan: What bloody man is that? Witch #2: A drum, a drum! Macbeth doth come Macbeth: So foul and fair a day I have not seen Witch #3: All hail, Macbeth, thou shalt be king hereafter! Macbeth: If chance will have me king, then chance will crown me Lady Macbeth: Unsex me here Macbeth: If it were done when 'tis done Lady Macbeth: Screw your courage to the sticking place Macbeth: Is this a dagger that I see before me? [Duncan dies] Lady Macbeth: A little water clears us of this deed. Banquo: Fly, good Fleance, fly! [Banquo dies] Macbeth: Blood will have blood Witches: Double, double, toil and trouble Macduff's Son: He has kill’d me, mother! [Macduff's Son dies] Macduff: Bleed, bleed, poor country! Lady Macbeth: Out damn’d spot! [Lady Macbeth dies] Macbeth: Out, out, brief candle! Macduff: Turn, hell-hound, turn! Macbeth: Lay on Macduff! [Macbeth dies] Macduff: Hail, king of Scotland! [THE END] Macbeth Act 1 Scenes 6 and 7 by the "SFS Acting Company"2006/04/12 Info (Show/Hide) "Screw your courage to the sticking place!" Duncan stands in the way of Macduff becoming King of Scotland, and now Duncan is spending the night at Macbeth's castle... the prime opportunity for Macbeth to betray Duncan's trust and take the throne for himself? He can't seem to convince himself to take the leap, but Lady Macbeth helps talk Macbeth into his first of many vile crimes. Who is the real villain of this play, anyways? The SFS Acting Company presents this abridged version of Act 1 Scenes 6 and 7. Macbeth Act 5 Scene 1 Presented by "The DSJ Acting Company"2006/04/04 Info (Show/Hide) "Out, Damned Spot, Out!" In Act 5, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's Macbeth, Lady Macbeth's guilt is plaguing her dreams. Her maidservant has noticed her sleepwalking (and sleeptalking, sleepwriting, sleepguilding...). She and the doctor witness her incriminating herself of her evil deeds... all while she is still asleep! "The DSJ Acting Company" presents this scene to you on the BritLit Podcast. The Conclusion of Macbeth Act 4 Scene 1 as presented by "The Macduff Acting Company"2006/04/04 "Something Wicked This Way Comes!" Macbeth revisits the witches and three apparitions appear to give him some news. Is it good or bad? The Macduff Acting Company presents this scene for your enjoyment. Pilot Episode - Beginning of Macbeth Act 4 Scene 12006/04/03 Our Pilot Episode! This is the scene that inspired it all. We started out with a dramatic reading of this abridged version of the witches casting a spell. We wanted to add some elements to heighten the emotion and dramatic effect of the scene, so we added some sound effects, and thought "Hey, we should do some more of this!" And thus was born the BritLit Podcast. Enjoy! Introduction to the BritLit Podcast2006/04/03 The BritLit Podcast https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/britlitA Podcast by Mr. Krake's British Literature classes in Grapevine, Texas.

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