Best I Doth Protest Podcasts (2025)

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“Good Night, Sweet Prince, and Flights of Angels Sing Thee to Thy Rest”: Hamlet, Act V, scene 2: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 021 19:09

8M ago19:09

19:09

Welcome to ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare,’ where we explore the most poignant and memorable moments of the Bard’s masterpieces! In this episode, our insightful host takes you through the final scene sharing Hamlet Act V, Scene 2, with a focus on the moving line: ‘Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.’ Join us as we exa…

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“Alas, Poor Yorick!”: Hamlet, Act V, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 020

8M ago

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This scene takes place entirely in a graveyard! And Shakespeare, sensing things are getting a bit heavy, lightens things up with some comedy between two gravediggers! One of the gravediggers pops up a skull that belonged to the court jester, Yorick, and hands it to Hamlet. This begins one of the most famous vignettes in Shakespeare: That of Hamlet …

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“To Cut His Throat I’ Th’ Church”: Hamlet Act IV, scenes 6 & 7: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 019 19:43

9M ago19:43

19:43

Laertes returns to Denmark incensed over the murder of his father, Polonius, and seeking revenge. Things go from bad to worse when Laertes finds out that his sister has gone mad and then drowns herself. But Claudius is able to turn the wrath of Laertes away from himself and toward Hamlet, whom Claudius has sent on a voyage to England . . . a voyage…

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“When Sorrows Come, They Come Not Single Spies, But In Battalions”: Hamlet, Act IV, scene 5: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 018 26:52

10M ago26:52

26:52

With Hamlet safely on his way to certain death in England, Claudius must deal with another threat to his throne: Laertes, the son of slain Polonius, is coming back from France to seek revenge for HIS father’s murder, and Laertes has his sights set on Claudius as the likely suspect! Adding to his rage, Laertes finds out when he gets back to Denmark …

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Hamlet, Act IV, scene 4: O, From This Time Forth My Thoughts Be Bloody Or Be Nothing Worth!: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 017 14:57

11M ago14:57

14:57

This scene contains one of the most brilliant soliloquies in the all of Shakespeare, and it doesn’t start with, “To be or not to be”! Hamlet realizes he has been thinking about revenging his father’s murder too long, and now resolves to take action to kill the King, his uncle, Claudius!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Hamlet, Act IV, scenes 1-3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare 016

11M ago

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Hamlet killed Polonius in the last scene. The king is now sending Hamlet off to England. But is it just to get Hamlet out of Denmark until things cool down? Or does Claudius have something more sinister in mind? Could Claudius be sending Hamlet on a one-way trip to England? One from which Hamlet will never return? Listen and find out!…

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“Hoist With His Own Petard”: Hamlet, Act III, scene 4: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 015 21:24

12M ago21:24

21:24

The tension mounts as Hamlet’s mother, Queen Gertrude, summons Hamlet to her chambers after the “Mousetrap” play to demand of her son what he thinks he is up to. Hamlet quickly turns the tables on her, causing her to cry out for help. This causes Polonius, hidden behind the arras in the same room, to cry out. Hamlet quickly stabs Polonius through t…

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“My Words Fly Up; My Thoughts Remain Below”: Hamlet, Act III, scene 3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 014 19:13

12M ago19:13

19:13

Welcome back to ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare,’ where we uncover the hidden gems within the Bard’s timeless works! In this episode, our insightful host delves into the depths of Hamlet Act III, Scene 3, with a keen focus on the poignant quote: ‘My words fly up; my thoughts remain below.’ Join us as we explore the profound themes of guilt, redemption, …

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“The Lady Doth Protest Too Much, Methinks”: Hamlet Act III, scene 2: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 013 21:55

12M ago21:55

21:55

“Welcome back to ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare,’ where we delve into the rich tapestry of the Bard’s masterpieces! In this episode, our perceptive host dissects Hamlet Act III, Scene II, with a focus on the famous line: ‘The lady doth protest too much, methinks.’ Join us as we explore the intricate dynamics of deceit, manipulation, and self-awareness …

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The Most Famous Soliloquy in Western Literature: “To Be Or Not To Be”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 012 9:53

12M ago9:53

9:53

Enter into the world of ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare,’ where the host steps into the greatest soliloquy ‘To Be Or Not To Be’. Join us for an in-depth exploration of the emotions, self-reflection, and existential ponderings embedded in this iconic soliloquy. It’s time to brush up on the brilliance of the Bard – your literary journey continues here!”…

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“The Play’s the Thing”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2b: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 009 15:58

1y ago15:58

15:58

“Welcome back, enthusiasts of the Bard, to another enlightening episode of ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare’! In this edition, our insightful host delves into the complexities of Hamlet Act II, Scene 2, unraveling the intricacies of Shakespeare’s timeless play and noting that “The Play’s the Thing!”. Join us as we explore the nuances of political machina…

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“To Be Or Not To Be”: Hamlet Act III, scene 1; Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 011 21:25

1y ago21:25

21:25

What’s eating Hamlet? That’s what everyone at court is trying to figure out! As the play progresses, the new king, Claudius, gets closer and closer to discovering Hamlet’s secret–that Hamlet has somehow figured out that Claudius murdered his way to the throne by killing Hamlet’s father!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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“O What a Rogue and Peasant Slave am I”: Soliloquy: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 010 4:51

1y ago4:51

4:51

After having gone over this famous soliloquy from Hamlet Act II, scene 2 in the regular podcast, I take some time out here to perform the soliloquy. The rendition may not be stellar, but the soliloquy itself is one of the greatest in the English language!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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“Brevity is the Soul of Wit”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2a: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 008 17:00

1y ago17:00

17:00

Join us as we continue our exploration of the greatest of all Shakespeare plays: Hamlet!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Hamlet Act II, scene 1: “By Indirections Find Directions Out”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 007 20:24

1y ago20:24

20:24

In today’s scene, we find Polonius, the King’s counselor, being sneaky and using spies to gain information. It is a habit that not only contrasts with the “wise” Polonius we have already seen in Act I, it is a practice that will eventually lead to his death. Then his daughter, Ophelia, tells Polonius about an alarming encounter she just had with an…

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More Things in Heaven and Earth: Hamlet Act I, scene 5: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 006 21:07

1y ago21:07

21:07

The Ghost of Hamlet’s father, the former King of Denmark, finally delivers his message to Hamlet. It is a message of evil, murder, deceit and revenge! It’s enough to drive a bloke bonkers!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Something is Rotten in the State of Denmark: Hamlet, Act I, scene 4: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 005 13:33

1+ y ago13:33

13:33

Act I, scene 4 finds us back on the castle battlements in the middle of the night keeping watch with Hamlet and Horatio for the Ghost of the dead king. Will the Ghost appear? And if the Ghost does appear, what will it say? Join us to find out!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Hamlet, Act I, scene 3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 004 17:58

1+ y ago17:58

17:58

Join us as we dive into another scene from the most famous of all Shakespeare plays, “Hamlet!” “To thine own self be true!”By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Hamlet: Act I, scene 2: A Little More than Kin and Less than Kind: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 003 19:06

1+ y ago19:06

19:06

Making Shakespeare fun and easy! Join us with our exploration of Hamlet in this overview of Act I, scene 2! 7ipgGMXfmkUUSFfVbJZ1By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Hamlet, Act I, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 002 18:40

1+ y ago18:40

18:40

Today we jump with both feet into the first scene of Hamlet! What other play has a ghost appearing not once, but twice, in the very first scene?! Hamlet is the best play ever written!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Hamlet–Introduction: Brush Up Your Shakespeare:001 11:16

1+ y ago11:16

11:16

Join us as we make Shakespeare fun, easy and fabulous! The way it was meant to be! We begin this series with an introduction to the greatest of all Shakespeare plays–HAMLET!By Mormon Discussion Inc

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Re: Charlottesville 10:18

7+ y ago10:18

10:18

While it is important for folks to stand in solidarity with those who are on the side of the oppressed, solidarity can be a form of silence — white silence in particular. This episode of I Doth Protest examines and critiques a Minneapolis solidarity rally in response to the white supremacist demonstration in Charlottesville, Virginia. Alia Jeraj, f…

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Capt. Black in Dakota Land (Scaffold) 33:47

8y ago33:47

33:47

On this weeks installment, Thomas LaBlanc, a Dakota elder involved with the decision to tear down Scaffold at the Walker Art Center, will discuss the native response to that sculpture, the outcomes of the meeting with the Walker and how that experience is a metaphor for the Indigenous experience in America.Episode Cover Photo Courtesy of Cindy Kill…

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From journalism to activism: creating space for LGBTQ, Native voices 33:07

8y ago33:07

33:07

Cindy Killion is a journalism professor at Winona State University in Winona, Minn. Although she is primarily a professor, she has been a fundamental force in fighting for LGBTQ rights, particularly in La Crosse, Wis., for the past 25 years. She was also one of the movers and shakers behind the annual Dakota Gathering and other issues that affect i…

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The Politicization of Science 27:06

8y ago27:06

27:06

This week on I Doth Protest, we dive a little deeper into why scientists left their research labs and flooded the streets on Earth Day, April 22, for the March for Science. Mark Asplen and Kate Ries, two science professors at Metropolitan State University, discuss how science plays more of an important role in our society than we might think and ho…

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Birth of Doña Pepa Ladybeard 35:11

8y ago35:11

35:11

Pedro Pablo Lander is a Twin Cities artist and dancer originally from Venezuela. We discuss Pedro's experiences in existing outside of the gender binary and how he continues to discover and express that identity through language and performance.By Kim Schneider

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Arrests, Protest Productivity and Follow-through 20:14

8y ago20:14

20:14

Why would someone ever intentionally get arrested? This week we welcome Alia Jeraj to the podcast. Two years ago she made the decision to be arrested at a Black Lives Matter protest. She shares the story of her arrest, her perspective now and discusses what makes a protest productive.By Kim Schneider

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Introducing...I Doth Protest 4:59

8y ago4:59

4:59

Welcome to I Doth Protest! Check back in on March 29 for our first full length episode.By Kim Schneider

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“Good Night, Sweet Prince, and Flights of Angels Sing Thee to Thy Rest”: Hamlet, Act V, scene 2: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 021 19:09

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“Alas, Poor Yorick!”: Hamlet, Act V, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 020

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“To Cut His Throat I’ Th’ Church”: Hamlet Act IV, scenes 6 & 7: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 019 19:43

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“When Sorrows Come, They Come Not Single Spies, But In Battalions”: Hamlet, Act IV, scene 5: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 018 26:52

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Hamlet, Act IV, scene 4: O, From This Time Forth My Thoughts Be Bloody Or Be Nothing Worth!: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 017 14:57

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Hamlet, Act IV, scenes 1-3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare 016

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“Hoist With His Own Petard”: Hamlet, Act III, scene 4: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 015 21:24

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“My Words Fly Up; My Thoughts Remain Below”: Hamlet, Act III, scene 3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 014 19:13

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“The Lady Doth Protest Too Much, Methinks”: Hamlet Act III, scene 2: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 013 21:55

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The Most Famous Soliloquy in Western Literature: “To Be Or Not To Be”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 012 9:53

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“The Play’s the Thing”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2b: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 009 15:58

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“To Be Or Not To Be”: Hamlet Act III, scene 1; Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 011 21:25

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“O What a Rogue and Peasant Slave am I”: Soliloquy: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 010 4:51

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“Brevity is the Soul of Wit”: Hamlet, Act II, scene 2a: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 008 17:00

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Hamlet Act II, scene 1: “By Indirections Find Directions Out”: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 007 20:24

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More Things in Heaven and Earth: Hamlet Act I, scene 5: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 006 21:07

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Something is Rotten in the State of Denmark: Hamlet, Act I, scene 4: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 005 13:33

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Hamlet, Act I, scene 3: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 004 17:58

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Hamlet: Act I, scene 2: A Little More than Kin and Less than Kind: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 003 19:06

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Hamlet, Act I, scene 1: Brush Up Your Shakespeare: 002 18:40

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Hamlet–Introduction: Brush Up Your Shakespeare:001 11:16

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Re: Charlottesville 10:18

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Capt. Black in Dakota Land (Scaffold) 33:47

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From journalism to activism: creating space for LGBTQ, Native voices 33:07

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The Politicization of Science 27:06

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Birth of Doña Pepa Ladybeard 35:11

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Arrests, Protest Productivity and Follow-through 20:14

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Introducing...I Doth Protest 4:59