All About Agatha Christie
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About
All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course: the Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire, and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. For five years, Catherine Brobeck and Kemper Donovan revisited these novels in publication order, ranking them according to pre-set criteria (plot, character, etc.). Tragically, Catherine Brobeck passed away at the end of 2021. She will be forever missed. Since then, Kemper has completed the podcast's ranking project, and continues to celebrate the greatness of Christie by attempting to solve the ultimate mystery...
Episodes
- Relax Your Arm: The Nurses of Agatha Christie (with Guest Co-Host Claire Wells)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie, with co-host Claire Wells, explores the numerous nurse characters found throughout Agatha Christie's books, celebrating International Nurses Week. They discuss various types of nurses depicted by…
- Interview with Author Margot Douaihy
This episode features an interview with author Margot Douaihy, who discusses her mystery books. Her novels combine elements of hard-boiled noir with clued mysteries familiar to Agatha Christie fans. The episode also mentions her Ghostwrite…
- Interview with Tina Hodgkinson, Author of Agatha Christie's London: A Historical Guide to the Queen of Crime's Capital
This episode features an interview with author Tina Hodgkinson, who discusses her book 'Agatha Christie's London: A Historical Guide to the Queen of Crime's Capital'. She shares insights into Agatha Christie's use of London as a setting fo…
- Say Aah: The Doctors of Agatha Christie (with Guest Co-Host Claire Wells)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie discusses the frequent appearance of doctors in Agatha Christie's stories. The episode is co-hosted by Claire Wells.
- A Christie for Easter: The Water Bus by Agatha Christie Mallowan (with Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie features Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson discussing "The Water Bus" by Agatha Christie Mallowan, a story from the "Star Over Bethlehem and Other Stories" collection, fitting for Easter. The hosts al…
- Interview with Dr. John Curran, Agatha Christie Scholar and Author of The Murder Game: Play, Puzzles & the Golden Age
Dr. John Curran, author of "The Murder Game," is interviewed on the "All About Agatha Christie" podcast. He discusses his new book and Agatha Christie. The episode also mentions an upcoming event and other books by the host.
- A *Very Special* (Valentine's Day!) Episode: Listener Mail! (Part 2)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie features listener mail. The host also shares information about their "Ghostwriter Mysteries" book series and a German-language adaptation of "The Murder at the Vicarage." Guests are encouraged to i…
- Interview with Sophie Hannah, Author of No One Would Do What the Lamberts Have Done
This episode features an interview with author Sophie Hannah. She discusses her book about the Lamberts and a new Poirot continuation novel. The host also mentions their own Ghostwriter Mysteries series.
- A *Very Special* Episode: Listener Mail! (Part 1)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie features listener mail and messages from the audience. A second part of the episode is planned to address additional listener correspondence.
- A Special Holiday Rerun Episode: The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding & A Christmas Tragedy by Agatha Christie
This episode, titled "A Special Holiday Rerun Episode: The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding & A Christmas Tragedy by Agatha Christie," is from the podcast "All About Agatha Christie." It features two Agatha Christie stories.
- Interview with Ragnar Jónasson, Mystery Author and Erstwhile Agatha Christie Translator
This episode features an interview with Ragnar Jónasson, a mystery author known for translating Agatha Christie novels into Icelandic. He shares insights into his work and his long-standing connection to Agatha Christie, stemming from his…
- Huzzah! The (Fictional) Veterans of Agatha Christie
This episode of All About Agatha Christie explores the fictional veterans in Agatha Christie's stories. The discussion is inspired by a blog post detailing the military men found in Christie's novels.
- Huzzah! The (Real) Veterans of Agatha Christie
This episode, "Huzzah! The (Real) Veterans of Agatha Christie," starts a two-episode series about the veterans of Agatha Christie. It focuses on three real-life veterans who were important to the author.
- A Special HALLOWE'EN SPOOKTACULAR Episode: The Gipsy by Agatha Christie
This episode of All About Agatha Christie discusses Agatha Christie's short story 'The Gipsy'. It covers themes such as ghosts, second sight, and reincarnation.
- They're New to Us: Two Vintage Agatha Christie Television Adaptations Recently Made Available
This episode explores two vintage Agatha Christie television adaptations that were recently made available: a 1962 Poirot and a 1990 Estonian Miss Marple. The host shares details about these newly accessible adaptations.
- Interview with Maureen Johnson and Jay Cooper, Author and Illustrator of The Creeping Hand Murder
Maureen Johnson and Jay Cooper are interviewed about their book, "The Creeping Hand Murder," which is described as a solvable Golden Age mystery inspired by Agatha Christie. The episode also mentions previously inaccessible Christie adapta…
- *LIVE!* Episode - True Crime Queen: The Real-life Murders in Agatha Christie's Fiction (Recorded at the 2025 Agatha Christie Festival)
This episode, recorded live at the 2025 Agatha Christie Festival, explores Agatha Christie's incorporation of true crime into her fiction. The host discusses this topic from Christie's birthplace in Torquay.
- Summer Rerun - Gone Girl: The Notorious Real-Life Disappearance of Agatha Christie
This episode revisits the real-life disappearance of author Agatha Christie. It also provides details on the host's appearances at events, including a Golden Age crime fiction conference and the Agatha Christie Festival, and mentions the h…
- Interview with Marthe Jocelyn, Author of YA Mystery Series Aggie Morton, Mystery Queen
This episode features an interview with Marthe Jocelyn, author of the YA mystery series Aggie Morton, Mystery Queen. The discussion also touches on the upcoming Golden Age Mysteries Conference.
- Interview with Riley Sager, Author of With a Vengeance (and Many Other Mysteries)
Riley Sager discusses his book "With a Vengeance" and Agatha Christie's influence on his work. He also shares insights into being a mystery writer in contemporary publishing.
- Click Clack Click Clack DING: The (Real) Secretaries of Agatha Christie (with Guest Co-Host Helen Frank)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie features guest co-host Helen Frank discussing the real-life secretaries of Agatha Christie. It distinguishes these individuals from the fictional secretaries Christie created in her works.
- All About the Audiobooks of Agatha Christie (with Special Guest Gray Robert Brown)
This episode discusses Agatha Christie audiobooks. It explores various aspects of how her works are adapted into audio format and features insights from an expert.
- Interview with Steen Just, Wikipedia Administrator for Danish-Language Agatha Christie Articles
This episode features an interview with Steen Just, a Danish Wikipedia administrator. He discusses his work on Danish-language Agatha Christie Wikipedia articles and shares his unique perspective on the author.
- Interview with Dr. Mark Aldridge, Project Research Lead for BBC Maestro's Agatha Christie Writing Course
This episode features an interview with Dr. Mark Aldridge, who served as the Project Research Lead for BBC Maestro's Agatha Christie writing course. He discusses the research involved in the project.
- Click Clack Click Clack DING: The (Fictional) Secretaries of Agatha Christie (with Guest Co-Host Helen Frank)
This episode of "All About Agatha Christie" features guest co-host Helen Frank. They discuss the fictional secretaries that appear in Agatha Christie's stories.
- Interview with Mystery Author Jeffrey Round
Jeffrey Round, a mystery author, is interviewed on All About Agatha Christie. He discusses his work and his admiration for Agatha Christie. The episode also references his novel, The Sulphur Springs Cure, and his Ghostwriter Mysteries seri…
- An Afternoon at the Theater with Hercule Poirot (and Director Christopher Diehl)
This episode features director Christopher Diehl discussing a Poirot Double Bill and future Christie theatrical productions. The host also shares information about their book series and upcoming appearances, including performances at the R…
- A Christie for Easter: In the Cool of the Evening by Agatha Christie Mallowan (with Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie reviews "In the Cool of the Evening" by Agatha Christie Mallowan, with guest co-host Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson. The discussion includes various Agatha Christie titles that are spoiled to diffe…
- Interview with Literary Map Designer (Yes, That's a Thing) Ben Olins
In this episode, literary map designer Ben Olins is interviewed on All About Agatha Christie. The conversation covers Olins' work, including maps, and also touches on Agatha Christie.
- A *Very Special* Episode: Listener Mail!
This episode of All About Agatha Christie features listener mail. The host discusses contributions from listeners and mentions specific YouTube content, book releases, and tour dates.
- Meow: The Cats of Agatha Christie
This episode of All About Agatha Christie focuses on the topic of cats in Agatha Christie's stories. It references articles and books related to cats and mysteries.
- A Special Valentine's Day Episode: All About Love in Agatha Christie
This episode of All About Agatha Christie focuses on the theme of love in Agatha Christie's works, discussing various interpretations and occurrences of love across her stories. Listeners should be aware that the episode contains spoilers…
- Interview with Lucy Foley, Author of The Midnight Feast (and Other Mysteries)
This episode features an interview with author Lucy Foley, who discusses her bestselling mystery thrillers and her admiration for Agatha Christie and Miss Marple. The host and Foley share their mutual love for the works of Dame Agatha.
- Special Announcement: I Am Okay, But Next Episode Delayed Due to L.A. Fires
This is a special announcement from the "All About Agatha Christie" podcast. The next episode is delayed due to the Los Angeles fires, and the host shares organizations listeners can contribute to.
- A Special Christmas Episode: Promotion in the Highest by Agatha Christie Mallowan (with Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson). . . and Some Holiday Poems, Too!
Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson joins "All About Agatha Christie" to discuss Agatha Christie Mallowan's Christian short stories from the "Star Over Bethlehem and Other Stories" collection. The episode also includes holiday poems and notes s…
- Beware Poppy and Mandragora: Within a Wall by Agatha Christie (with Guest Co-Host Michelle Kazmer)
Dr. Michelle Kazmer discusses Agatha Christie's short story "Within a Wall," highlighting its unusual aspects and how it reflects themes found in Christie's other works. The conversation explores the story's details and its place within Ch…
- Interview with Maureen Johnson, Author of Death at Morning House
Maureen Johnson joins the podcast to discuss her new YA mystery novel, Death at Morning House, and the broader genre of YA mystery. She also talks about her other works and upcoming projects.
- A Special HALLOWE'EN SPOOKTACULAR Episode: The Fourth Man by Agatha Christie
This Halloween episode of "All About Agatha Christie" discusses "The Fourth Man," an early, supernatural short story by Agatha Christie, and explores the mysteries within it. The episode also includes listener correspondence.
- *Crossover Episode* with The Swinging Christies (!!): Ranking the 1960s Novels of Agatha Christie
This episode of All About Agatha Christie features a crossover with The Swinging Christies, where hosts Mark Aldridge and Gray Robert Brown join to rank Agatha Christie's novels from the 1960s. The discussion includes various titles such a…
- Interview with Marci Kay Monson, Author of the New Children's Book, Agatha Christie's The Mysterious Affair at Styles
Author Marci Kay Monson is interviewed about her children's picture book, Agatha Christie's The Mysterious Affair at Styles. The discussion also touches on YA mystery.
- *LIVE!* Episode: Agatha Christie's Greatest Screen Adaptation? (Recorded at the 2024 Agatha Christie Festival)
This episode of All About Agatha Christie was recorded live at the 2024 Agatha Christie Festival. A panel of Agathologists discuss Agatha Christie's screen adaptations.
- Summer Rerun: All About the Adaptations of And Then There Were None (with guest Mark Aldridge)
This episode, a summer rerun, focuses on the various adaptations of Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None," featuring guest Mark Aldridge. It also mentions an upcoming live episode at the Agatha Christie Festival and an appearance at…
- Special Announcement: I'm Coming to Scotland!
The host of 'All About Agatha Christie' announces upcoming appearances. These include the Bloody Scotland festival in September and a Barnes & Noble event in Santa Monica in August.
- Interview with Kate Gingold, Author of Agatha Annotated
This episode features an interview with author Kate Gingold. She discusses her book, Agatha Annotated, which is a glossary of annotations for Agatha Christie novels and short stories from the 1920s.
- Woof: The Dogs of Agatha Christie
This episode discusses the different types of dogs that appear in Agatha Christie's novels, covering small dogs like the Pekingese, medium-sized terriers, and large dogs such as a greyhound.
- Interview with David Morris of Collecting Christie
David Morris of Collecting Christie is interviewed, discussing Agatha Christie books, art, and ephemera. The episode mentions that The Mystery of the Blue Train and Death on the Nile are discussed and contain spoilers. It also references a…
- Overbearing, Rich, and Idiomatic: The Americans of Agatha Christie
This episode of "All About Agatha Christie" examines the representation of American characters in Agatha Christie's novels, addressing stereotypes and answering listener mailbag questions. Several Christie titles are discussed with spoiler…
- Collecting the Collectors: The Gays of Agatha Christie (Special *PRIDE* Edition... with Bonus Jamie Bernthal!)
This episode discusses "gay" characters in Agatha Christie's works. It also includes an interview with Jamie Bernthal, a long-time friend of the podcast.
- Interview with Journalist Karen Robinson on the Discovery of a Rare, Early Agatha Christie Artifact
Journalist Karen Robinson is interviewed about a newly discovered early Agatha Christie artifact, "What We Did in the Great War." This handmade magazine dates from Christie's early writing days during the First World War.
- Ten Little Poirots & Marples: Ranking Agatha Christie's Detectives on the Screen
This episode focuses on adaptations of Agatha Christie, specifically ranking actors who have portrayed Monsieur Poirot and Miss Marple on screen. The host reveals their top picks and discusses their choices.