King Lear
Type: Book
As of November 2026, King Lear has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Jun 2025 on SmartLess.
The Tragedy of King Lear, often shortened to King Lear, is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare in late 1605 or early 1606. Set in pre-Roman Britain, the play depicts the consequences of King Lear's love-test, in which he divides his power and land according to the praise of his daughters. The play is known for its dark tone, complex poetry, and prominent motifs concerning blindness and madness.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jun 2025 on SmartLess |
| Author | William Shakespeare |
| Published | 1988 |
| Publisher | Longman |
How do different shows talk about King Lear?
2 shows discussed King Lear in these episodes.
- The Ezra Klein Show — 1 episode
- SmartLess — 1 episode
Who talks about King Lear on podcasts?
King Lear came up; the most recent mention was Sep 2025 on The Ezra Klein Show.
What is King Lear mentioned alongside?
King Lear is most often mentioned alongside New York, New York, London and America.
Mentioned together: New York, New York, London, America, California, Daily Wire (company), Cambridge, Florida, Hamas, Marco Rubio, Obamacare