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Othello

Synopsis
This six-episode podcast miniseries looks at the political currents that influenced Shakespeare and how they apply to the world today. Hosted by Isaac Butler. Othello isn’t just a play about race, toxic masculinity, and the nature of identity, it’s a play that has influenced our own views on race throughout the centuries. But what did race mean in early 17th century London?
Series
Lend Me Your Ears
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Audio
Transmission details
11 Sep 2018
Duration
42:06

Credits

Contributor
Isaac Butler

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Plays
Othello
Subjects
Women’s studies; Shakespeare
Keywords
racial equality

Online Availability

Online URL
http://traffic.megaphone.fm/SLT2614223655.mp3
Online format
Streamed/Download

Production Company

Name

Slate Plus

Email
slateoffice@slate.com
Web
https://slate.com/ External site opens in new window
Phone
(212) 445-5330
Address
15 MetroTech Center, 8th Floor
Brooklyn
New York, 11201

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