Isn't it a ninja's job to stay as out-of-the-spotlight as possible? Fuma Kotaro was not only a skilled ninja warrior, he was a skilled pirate. The secrecy that shrouds him might be the thing that draws our interest most. Join us in welcoming our first special guest star, Jordan, as we shine a spotlight on the most ambiguous ninja of all. For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com!  Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s ..read more

This time of the year always seems to be Charles Dickens's time in the spotlight - but we figure a different Dickens classic deserves a little attention this week.  For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com!  Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/support ..read more

Our fascination with Edgar Allan Poe tends to come from the mysterious element of his writing and his own persona.  Join us as we learn more about the man who, opposite his own intentions, helped create the image of Poe we came to adore in spite of keeping himself ever in Poe's shadow. For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com!  Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/support ..read more

Ever wished you knew a little more about one of the most memorable characters in William Goldman's The Princess Bride?  In Episode 3, we'll talk about Fezzik, everyone's favorite gentle giant.  Follow @UnderCast on Twitter for updates!  And don't forget to visit understudiescast.wordpress.com for sources, photos, and a way to leave us a message! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/support ..read more

In Episode 2, we'll dig into what - and who - set the stage for the rise of Rasputin's power in the Russian royal family before the downfall of the monarchy.  Read Douglas Smith's "Rasputin: Faith, Power, and the Twilight of the Romanovs," for more fascinating details on this era!  And don't forget to check the Under-Studies blog for additional info @ https://understudiescast.wordpress.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/understudiescast/support ..read more

Any Hamlet fans in the house? You voted, we listened! Our Shakespeare-inspired character this episode travels down a tragic spiral - does she make the cut as a "heroine?" For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com! Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/support ..read more

We've read and enjoyed the tropical survival tale of Robinson Crusoe for centuries now.  But what about the story's largely disregarded real-life inspiration? For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com! Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/support ..read more

Labyrinth fans unite! Join us with special guest star, @artistmakes, as we throw back to the story of Hoggle as introduced - but not limited to - the 1986 cult classic. Our thirteenth episode returns to coincide with Sarah's thirteen hours. Remind you of the Babe? For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com! Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/supp ..read more

Isn't it a ninja's job to stay as out-of-the-spotlight as possible? Fuma Kotaro was not only a skilled ninja warrior, he was a skilled pirate. The secrecy that shrouds him might be the thing that draws our interest most. For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com!  Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/support ..read more

This time of the year always seems to be Charles Dickens's time in the spotlight - but we figure a different Dickens classic deserves a little attention this week.  For sources, visit understudiescast.wordpress.com!  Follow the show on Twitter @UnderCast for updates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/understudiescast/support ..read more