In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by David to discuss the scienceiest science of them all: English literature. Specifically, we debate the notion that Hamlet’s madness had any method to it. Then, we have a genie infestation, and we really need to try to figure out what to store them all in.
Panelists: Jim, Derek, David
Additional Links for the Interested
The New Renaissance Theater Company
The Mpemba Effect
Is Hamlet really mad? (Sparknotes)
Shakespeare and Madness
The origin of the genie of the lamp
Antoine Galland
Pittsburgh New Works Festival
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