Sips & Sensibility

Sips & Sensibility

Sips & Sensibility is a Jane Austen adaptation podcast hosted by longtime best friends Beth, Julia, and Lori. Join us every other week for a new adaptation breakdown and review filled with insightful thoughts, wacky antics, and, of course, Jane Austen. If you love to chat with friends over a good beverage, you’ll love this podcast. Strap in, grab a drink, and join us as we dive in each episode. Who knows maybe you will find a new favorite adaptation along the way. Oh and Mr. Darcy? Call me! For advertising inquiries please email sipsandpodcast@gmail.com.

Episodes

October 6, 2022 46 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 2020 film Modern Persuasion starring Alicia Witt and Shane McRae. Listen in to hear what's off about this adaptation and why Lori doesn't pick Captain Wentworth...I mean Owen. From invented words to failed fashion, find out if this millennial movie is a masterpiece or misfire.

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In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 1971 Persuasion mini-series starring Ann Firbank and Bryan Marshall. Tune in to hear what they all thought of this adaptation that spares no details, contains lots of silence, and has an…interesting take on period hair design.

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August 4, 2022 45 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 1995 adaptation of Persuasion starring Amanda Root and Ciarán Hinds. Tune in to hear their take on this classic and beloved period adaptation. Listen in to find out how they feel about the addition of an entire circus to a climactic moment of the story.

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July 19, 2022 55 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the infamous 2022 Netflix film, Persuasion. Tune in to hear their thoughts on this film that's dividing the Austen community. From the fourth wall breaks to the updated script, find out what broke (or made) the movie for them.

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July 14, 2022 45 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 2007 film adaptation of Persuasion. Tune in to hear them discuss some of the interesting choices made in this film, from a chase scene in the streets of Bath to the ghostly trembling of a certain leading lady. Listen in to discover which eligible man Lori would choose to date!

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June 30, 2022 62 mins

The time has come for the sips ladies to dive into a new novel: Persuasion. Tune in to hear the sips ladies discuss Jane's last completed novel and their thoughts on the story. We are half agony, half hope as we look forward to this season's adaptations.

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May 19, 2022 58 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies recap their season and share their dream casts for a Pride & Prejudice adaptation. Tune in to hear them reminisce about their favorite adaptations and discover which P & P man Lori would date!

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 In this episode, the sips ladies discuss episodes 51-100 of the web-series the Lizzie Bennet Diaries. Tune in to hear their emotional thoughts on this adaptation’s updated take on Lydia & Wickham and the big reveal of Darcy! 

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In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the Pride & Prejudice adaptation that launched a movement: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries. As part one of a two part series, this episode covers the first 50 vlogs in the Lizzie Bennet Diaries playlist. Tune in to hear their thoughts on costume theater, swim coach Wickham, and the unseen Darcy.

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March 10, 2022 40 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 2003 film Pride & Prejudice: A Latter Day Comedy. Tune in to hear what the ladies think of this unusual adaptation.

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February 17, 2022 51 mins

We’re back!! In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the Bollywood film Bride & Prejudice. Tune in to hear what the ladies have been up to and hear about the shocking musical numbers from Bride & Prejudice that surprised them.

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December 23, 2021 1 min

Listen in to hear Lori share a brief update on Sips & Sensibility! Have a great Holiday season!

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December 9, 2021 50 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss a modern film reimagining of everyone’s favorite enemies to lovers novel entitled Pride & Prejudice: Atlanta. Tune in to hear these ladies discuss this unique take on the story which just so happens to be set in their hometown. Listen in to hear the most SHOCKING segment of “Who would Lori date?” so far!

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November 25, 2021 54 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 2016 film Pride, Prejudice, and Zombies, which puts a bloody twist on the classic novel. Tune in to hear how zombies mesh with this romantic story and which unusual man the sips ladies are in love with.

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November 4, 2021 51 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 2000s Oscar nominated romantic comedy, Bridget Jones’s Diary. Does Colin Firth’s portrayal of Mark Darcy redeem his lackluster performance in the 1995 adaptation? Are there any parallels to Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice? Does Hugh Grant’s character have literally ANY redeeming qualities? Tune in to find out!

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October 21, 2021 74 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss Joe Wright’s 2005 Pride & Prejudice starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. Tune in to hear them gush about the amazing soundtrack, breathtakingly beautiful cinematography, and the talented cast. Listen in to discover if they can find any flaws in this classic adaptation.

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October 7, 2021 58 mins

In this episode, the Sips ladies discuss the 1995 BBC Pride & Prejudice mini-series starring Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth. Tune in to hear them discuss the iconic lake scene that rocked a generation. Listen in as they decide if Colin Firth’s portrayal of Mr. Darcy is worthy of all the hype.

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September 23, 2021 58 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the 1940 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Greer Garson and Laurence Olivier. Tune in to hear the sips ladies discuss all of the fascinating facets of this film, including the Civil War era costumes and the divergences from the novel. Listen in to discover which haughty rich lady has a redemption arc!

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September 16, 2021 62 mins

It is a truth universally acknowledged that in this episode, the sips ladies introduce the iconic story that is the focus of this season: Pride & Prejudice! Tune in to hear the sips ladies recap this glorious novel, and reveal their personal connections to the story.

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July 15, 2021 54 mins

In this episode, the sips ladies discuss the heart-wrenching film, Becoming Jane. Tune in to hear them discuss Anne Hathaway’s portrayal of our beloved Jane who plays opposite the surprisingly seductive James McAvoy as Tom Lefroy. Listen in as they discover the truth behind this fascinating look at Austen’s life.

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