Bickering Peaks: A Twin Peaks Podcast

We begin our look at the plays of Shakespeare with the one that was possibly performed first: The Two Gentlemen of Verona. Imbued with all the hallmarks of Shakespearean comedy - crossdressing heroines, witty wordplay, making fun of the peasantry - it also has several features that didn't age as well. Most notably is the controversial ending of the play, which feels not only rushed, but downright chilling in its treatment of women. Join us for our look at the two bros of Verona, and their accompanying women. Stay for the hurried plot synopsis, analysis of the characters and language, and a few thoughts about how this early work ties into the larger Shakespeare canon. --------- Notes:  This week's "Marriage Counseling" (final name to be confirmed) features two different takes on Valentine's lines from Act 5, Scene 4: By penitence th’ Eternal’s wrath’s appeased. And that my love may appear plain and free, All that was mine in Sylvia I give thee.   The text itself is not super clear on what this means, so