Jane Austen Stories

Jane Austen Stories

Join Dame Julie Andrews as she reads Jane Austen's original, unabridged classics, brought to life with original music and immersive sound design.


Season One begins with Julie's narration of the timeless Pride and Prejudice. Season Two sees her bring Austen's beloved Emma to life.


Once a week, step into Austen's world: stroll through grand estates, take tea with well dressed gentlewomen, and enter ballrooms to dance with the great and good of the county. Along the way you'll meet some of literature's most unforgettable characters, brought vividly to life through Dame Julie Andrews' iconic narration.


Whether you're discovering these timeless novels for the first time or returning to them once more, Jane Austen Stories offers a beautifully atmospheric way to experience Austen's enduring wit, romance, and sharp observations of the society in which she lived.


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A letter from Enscombe finally brings news of the long-awaited Mr Frank Churchill, while Emma pays a visit to the ever-talkative Miss Bates and hears of another arrival in Highbury: the accomplished Miss Jane Fairfax. But why has Jane chosen to return to Highbury rather than accompany her beloved Campbells to Ireland? And will Emma and Mr Knightley ever see eye to eye when it comes to Frank Churchill’s character? Join Dame Julie Andrews for a captivating reading of Jane Austen's beloved novel Emma, presented in its original, unabridged form. This is Jane Austen Stories, Emma Part 9. A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Dame Julie Andrews. Written by Jane Austen | Recording Engineer: Sam Hamilton | Produced by Katrina Hughes | Additional script editing: Kate Simants | Exec produced by Pascal Hughes | Sound Supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by The Soundhouse Studios | Assembly edit by Carla Flores | Compositions by Dorry Macaulay | Music performances Dorry Macaulay, Mea Wade and Emily Allen | Mix &…

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Emma Part 9

A letter from Enscombe finally brings news of the long-awaited Mr Frank Churchill, while Emma pays a visit to the ever-talkative Miss Bates and hears of another arrival in Highbury: the accomplished Miss Jane Fairfax. But why has Jane chosen to return to Highbury rather than accompany her beloved Campbells to Ireland? And will Emma and Mr Knightley ever see eye to eye when it comes to Frank Churchill’s character? Join Dame Julie Andrews for a captivating reading of Jane Austen's beloved novel Emma, presented in its original, unabridged form. This is Jane Austen Stories, Emma Part 9. A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Dame Julie Andrews. Written by Jane Austen | Recording Engineer: Sam Hamilton | Produced by Katrina Hughes | Additional script editing: Kate Simants | Exec produced by Pascal Hughes | Sound Supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by The Soundhouse Studios | Assembly edit by Carla Flores | Compositions by Dorry Macaulay | Music performances Dorry Macaulay, Mea Wade and Emily Allen | Mix &…

19 Oct 2026
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Emma Part 8

The evening at Randalls comes to an unexpected end as the guests make their way home through the snow. But during the journey back to Hartfield, Emma is confronted with a revelation that threatens to unravel all her carefully laid plans. How will Emma respond to a confession she never saw coming? And has her confidence in her own judgement finally led her astray? Join Dame Julie Andrews for a captivating reading of Jane Austen's beloved novel Emma, presented in its original, unabridged form. This is Jane Austen Stories, Emma Part 8. A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Dame Julie Andrews. Written by Jane Austen | Recording Engineer: Sam Hamilton | Produced by Katrina Hughes | Additional script editing: Kate Simants | Exec produced by Pascal Hughes | Sound Supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by The Soundhouse Studios | Assembly edit by Carla Flores | Compositions by Dorry Macaulay | Music performances Dorry Macaulay, Mea Wade and Emily Allen | Mix & mastering: The Soundhouse Studios | Production Manager:…

12 Oct 2026
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Emma Part 7

A festive evening at Randalls promises good company, lively conversation and the latest news of the long-awaited Frank Churchill. But as the weather takes a turn for the worse, not everyone is looking forward to the journey home. With Harriet absent from the gathering, on whom will Mr Elton turn his attention? And could Emma be overlooking something hiding in plain sight? Join Dame Julie Andrews for a captivating reading of Jane Austen's beloved novel Emma, presented in its original, unabridged form. This is Jane Austen Stories, Emma Part 7. A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Dame Julie Andrews. Written by Jane Austen | Recording Engineer: Sam Hamilton | Produced by Katrina Hughes | Additional script editing: Kate Simants | Exec produced by Pascal Hughes | Sound Supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by The Soundhouse Studios | Assembly edit by Carla Flores | Compositions by Dorry Macaulay | Music performances Dorry Macaulay, Mea Wade and Emily Allen | Mix & mastering: The Soundhouse Studios | Production…

05 Oct 2026
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Emma Part 6

As Christmas approaches, Hartfield welcomes the arrival of Emma's sister, Isabella, and her family. While Mr Woodhouse fusses over their health and comfort, fresh eyes begin to take notice of the romantic entanglements unfolding in Highbury. Will Emma and Mr Knightley put their quarrel behind them? And could an unexpected observation cast new doubt on Emma's confidence in Mr Elton? Join Dame Julie Andrews for a captivating reading of Jane Austen's beloved novel Emma, presented in its original, unabridged form. This is Jane Austen Stories, Emma Part 6. A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Dame Julie Andrews. Written by Jane Austen | Recording Engineer: Sam Hamilton | Produced by Katrina Hughes | Additional script editing: Kate Simants | Exec produced by Pascal Hughes | Sound Supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by The Soundhouse Studios | Assembly edit by Carla Flores | Compositions by Dorry Macaulay | Music performances Dorry Macaulay, Mea Wade and Emily Allen | Mix & mastering: The Soundhouse Studios |…

28 Sep 2026
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Emma Part 5

Certain she knows best, Emma presses on with her matchmaking. Convinced Harriet and Mr Elton are falling in love, she pays little heed to Mr Knightley's warnings. But should Emma have listened to Mr Knightley's warnings? Or is she reading far more into Mr Elton's attentions than she ought? Join Dame Julie Andrews for a captivating reading of Jane Austen's beloved novel Emma, presented in its original, unabridged form. This is Jane Austen Stories, Emma Part 5. For ad-free listening and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Just click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started. Or go to noiser.com/subscriptions A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Dame Julie Andrews. Written by Jane Austen | Recording Engineer: Sam Hamilton | Produced by Katrina Hughes | Additional script editing: Kate Simants | Exec produced by Pascal Hughes | Sound Supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by The Soundhouse Studios | Assembly edit by Carla Flores | Compositions by Dorry Macaulay | Music performances…

21 Sep 2026