season 1
episode 5
Pride and Prejudice episode
Listen to the Book Trivia Podcast’s Pride and Prejudice Episode — full of audio-driven trivia, author insights, and regency era delights
episode summary
Balls. Banter. Bennetts. In this episode, we step into Regency England to test our knowledge of Jane Austen’s most beloved romantic comedy. We explore Elizabeth’s sharp tongue, Darcy’s smouldering silences, and the social games that keep everyone dancing — literally and figuratively.
From inheritance laws to reputation politics, we unpack why Pride and Prejudice still slaps two centuries later.
Behind the Episode
Austen’s 1813 novel continues to spark swoons and satire in equal measure. In this episode, we cover:
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The real-life social constraints behind the Bennet sisters’ marriage panic
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What Darcy’s £10,000 a year would be worth today (spoiler: 💰)
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Why Austen's wit still lands with modern readers
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How Pride and Prejudice became a blueprint for enemies-to-lovers tropes
what you'll hear
🎧 Why Listen?
🎙️ Audio-first trivia featuring scandal, snark, and suitors
📜 Historical context wrapped in wit and charm
❤️ Literary deep dives into characters, class, and courtship
🧠 Bonus facts about regency fashion, balls, and brooding men