In this episode of Shakespeare Rhyme & Reason, we delve into the character of Othello, look at his strengths and flaws and see how his relationship with Iago drives the plot of the play. We also draw some comparisons between Othello and modern comic book characters, most notably Cyclops from the X-Men and Batman's Harvey Dent.

In this episode of Shakespeare Rhyme &amp; Reason, we delve into the character of Othello, look at his strengths and flaws and see how his relationship with Iago drives the plot of the play. We also draw some comparisons between Othello and modern comic book characters, most notably Cyclops from the X-Men and Batman's Harvey Dent.

Shakespeare: Rhyme & Reason. Othello as the Outsider

As part of their coursework in the module Broadcasting Technology on BSc (Hons) Entertainment Systems, students at WIT create some radio programmes as a final assignment. Typically, these are broadcast on Beat 102-103, thanks to our long-standing partnership withe South East's largest youth station. 

Every year, the students have made something different: documentaries, a nativity play, music gigs, comedy - it's largely driven by their own interests.

This podcast collects these programmes.

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As part of their coursework in the module Broadcasting Technology on BSc (Hons) Entertainment Systems, students at WIT create some radio programmes as a final assignment. Typically, these are broadcast on Beat 102-103, thanks to our long-standing partnership withe South East's largest youth station. Every year, the students have made something different: documentaries, a nativity play, music gigs, comedy - it's largely driven by their own interests. This podcast collects these programmes.

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Shakespeare: Rhyme & Reason. Othello as the Outsider