I don't think I've ever been so pleased to find a podcast series exists! For me, Jeremy Brett will always be the very best incarnation of Holmes. Love it.
As an incredible fan of Jeremy Brett, Sherlock Holmes and the Granada SH TV series, I found this podcast excellent. I look forward to hearing all of them. Kudos from a serious fan.
Been a rabid fan of Jeremy and Sherlock Holmes since I saw the series back in the 80's. Jeremy's portrayal is the quintessential Holmes. The only downside of our relationship is that, because of Holmes, I started smoking a pipe as soon as I could. I managed to avoid the Cocaine, thankfully!
I personally like the king’s mask because of its deliberate ridiculousness: in a story filled with disguises he is the only incompetent one, highlighting how well paired Holmes and Irene are intellectually , and how the king is indeed not on their level. The use of fire as a ruse calls to the Norwood Builder. And if I had to guess I would say they pushed Sign of Four later in the series so they wouldn’t have to write Watson as a married man: that way the episodes could play more as the adventures of two buddies with lots of time on their hands to hop a train at a moment’s notice, rather than having to write in a wife for Watson and then ignore her completely, which would make Watson seem like a terrible husband to a modern audience, rather than the sweetheart he is. Thank you so much for doing this podcast; I cannot even describe my delight at finding fellow passionate and detail oriented Brett/Holmes fans!
All good points. Especially about the king's incompetence. Jeremy's reaction when he says "Is it not a pity she was not on my level?" Thank you finding us!
To clear up confusion. The kingdom of Bohemia was part of the holy Roman empire. The king was one of the heads of that empire, along with other kings. The title was largely symbolic at times. But there was a royal line. At the time of writing, Bohemia was part of the Austo-Hungarian empire, pre WWI. The king would have been little more than a figurehead around then. Bohemia was modern day Czech Republic or Czechia. I suspect the the pronunciation or Ms. Adler's name was due to her being a famous singer in Prague, the Bohemian capital, which is probably where they met. I believe they cover some of this in the story. I am assuming the writers extrapolated the pronunciation from these indications of her background.
I discovered your podcasts today and spent a glorious hour listening to the interviews with Jenny Seagrove and Betsy Brantly. So this evening I thought I'd go back to the beginning and start with your first episode. Loved the Star Wars fact - never knew that! Have never stopped loving JB's Holmes since a teenager in the 80s. Looking forward to listening to the rest of your podcasts. Cheers for keeping the flame.
Fantastic idea for a podcast. Sherlock Holmes fans are always looking for new and original content, this fits the bill perfectly, thanks for all your efforts!
I love this episode - as you say it sets up some basics for the whole series - you see all their vanities and motivations and the relationship that Holmes and Watson have - its all there. The disguises are amazing - and of course Sherlocks groom disguise does fool Irina - she never knows that he was the witness that allowed her marriage to proceed. I love the fact that in the first episode Sherlock starts off full of vanity and pride - and gets outwitted by a mere woman. its like he learns the lessons right there and Jeremy Brett is so able to show us his vulnerabilities and faults through his face. I hope that makes sense - oh - last thing I love the King, so full of ego, he is an hilarious character! and the way Sherlock laughs at his pomposity - he snubs him twice with a certain brilliant style! - the battle of the egos! Thank you ! I love your podcasts. Love and blessings. PS re the irregulars not being outside Irenas house - I think her house is in a very posh area of London and not the inner city - so the irregulars would be out of place. the couples and entertainment are more credible as being in a more suburban & upmarket area. hope that makes sense.
What a wonderful discovery after just finishing the complete series, again. Thank you both, obviously fellow fans of one of the most beloved S.H. adaptations. Love from 🇬🇧
"A Scandal in Bohemia" is one of a handful of instances in this series of an actor making an appearance in 2 different episodes playing 2 different characters. Here, Will Tacey plays the Clergyman. Tacey later appears in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery" playing the Coroner.
Two of my favorite things about Jeremy Brett's Holmes: He spoke about Holmes consuming your soul, that you forget yourself. And later on with Edward Hardwick, he spoke that he played Holmes as married to Watson. 😁 He remains and this show remains my favorite adaptation of Sherlock Holmes
I remember trying to find adaptations of A Scandal In Bohemia after I read the original story, and found this episode here on UA-cam. I was blown away by how faithfully they brought the story and characters to life. Even if the way they pronounce Irene was driving me crazy. Later I was excited to find out that I had stumbled across the first episode, and watched several more sporadically over the next year or two. I have seen many, many versions of Sherlock Holmes, but Brett's still remains my absolute favorite! I'm thrilled to have stumbled across a podcast chronicling this amazing adaptation.
I’ve only discovered your podcast recently and am binging them. I know this wasn’t a great mystery but it’s still one of the very best. For me the atmosphere makes the show more so than the mystery. Yes you’re right it’s a domestic squabble and set in modern times this would be a bore. What makes this work is the late Victorianisms. Holmes is the sexually repressed yet inventive super Victoria. A champion for his king while acting out a ritual of courtly love for the queen. Then there’s Holmes two finest disguises, the over the top theatrics of the foreign king, the impossibly glamorous yet virtuous adventuress. This was perfection.
Love your Podcast! Jeremy Brett is definitely my favorite actor who portrayed Sherlock! I'm actively listening to all your Podcasts now after working like a maniac on a crab boat for the past two years! hahahaha... In regards to the use of the word "late." For the time Conan Doyle wrote these stories, the use of the word "late" doesn't necessarily mean "dead." It may simply be a reference to these people having passed out of the life/activities of the characters (Holmes/Watson). I cannot think of any references in literature other than a phrase (especially in English literature) I've come across many times, by example: "Mr. Johnson, late of Johnson Steamship Company." Musing out loud over here, but I never took the word to mean dead as much as "past tense" for the purpose of the story. Looking forward to listening to all your PCs!
Excellent and engaging commentary and a fitting tribute to Jeremy Brett. I shall now re-watch The Blue Carbuncle and follow it with your Podcast on that one. Thanks!
I just discovered the Granada series on You Tube. Never seen or heard of it. But I love listening to Greg Wagland's narrations of the stories. And just a couple weeks ago, You Tube recommended one of the Granada shows to me. I thought, "well it looks really old, and it will probably suck, but what the hell"... It was the nicest surprise I've had in a very long time. I would say it's now vying for top spot with Star Trek and Firefly as my favorite tv show! I just came across your pod cast today.
I love the series. Sherlock Holmes movies, TV shows are like pizza, all are good, just some better than others. I love some characteristics from Jeremy and David. I also love some differences from Basil and Nigel. Bob Hope said Basil threw the best parties lol. I understand Jeremy better after finding out about his struggles. I wish we could have saved him. Edward was also a great Watson, but now Jude Law has taken that mantel. Robert Downey Jr. is also a very good Sherlock. He is brilliant, probably the most talented actor ever to play Holmes. The best thing… the more Holmes the better!
@@sherlockpodcast Ofc and only teasing. It's sweet to hear Shire, like it's Lord of the Rings. I live in Derbyshire so very close to several of the stories. The cavern in The Priory School is really impressive and there are several more in the area. That one is at the edge of a town (Castleton) and there is a Norman castle right above it which dominates the area. The countryside around is very beautiful. In the story it seems bleak, and there are places like that, but also lovely dales and hills. BTW they don't get the Derbyshire accent correct. It's not bad, and close, but they have it as more Yorkshire, which would upset us! Really enjoying the episodes and analysis.
I don't know if anyone has mentioned this to you (and I'm still listening to the episode, so you might mention it yourself later), but you have to read Carole Nelson Douglas' Irene Adler series. They are 8 books and a short story and really capture the essence of THE WOMAN in my opinion. The first 4 were made into unabridged audiobooks on cassette. I have them and digitised them to listen to in my car. Books 5 & 6 are a duology (the only one that ends in a cliffhanger) Very good books indeed!
I know this was years ago, but the actors in the series are saying Irene's name correctly. It's not Eye-reen. It's I-ray-ne. My great-gramdmother (who was British) spelt her name Anne-Sophia, but it wasn't pronounced Sow-fee-yah, but "Sah-fa-yah".
I never liked this story, although I like the adaptation. To show Holmes being outwitted undermines the character when he could have easily defeated her. It makes you wonder if he deliberately let her get away a la a Mission Impossible episode.
What about the incongruous opening, supposedly years later, with Irene and her husband/servant (?) catching the burglars and one of them calling Irene, "Mom?"
I had to rewind that too as I did a double take on it when I first watched/heard it, but I guess it was just a way in that particular dialect to say "Ma'm"/Madame and that these two characters are in no way related.
I don't think I've ever been so pleased to find a podcast series exists! For me, Jeremy Brett will always be the very best incarnation of Holmes. Love it.
Thank you for finding us! We hope you enjoy the show.
As an incredible fan of Jeremy Brett, Sherlock Holmes and the Granada SH TV series, I found this podcast excellent. I look forward to hearing all of them. Kudos from a serious fan.
Been a rabid fan of Jeremy and Sherlock Holmes since I saw the series back in the 80's. Jeremy's portrayal is the quintessential Holmes. The only downside of our relationship is that, because of Holmes, I started smoking a pipe as soon as I could. I managed to avoid the Cocaine, thankfully!
Oh come now, a 7% solution never hurt anyone
@@philipmalaby8172 You're right! Let the good times roll!!
@@philipmalaby8172 haha
I personally like the king’s mask because of its deliberate ridiculousness: in a story filled with disguises he is the only incompetent one, highlighting how well paired Holmes and Irene are intellectually , and how the king is indeed not on their level. The use of fire as a ruse calls to the Norwood Builder. And if I had to guess I would say they pushed Sign of Four later in the series so they wouldn’t have to write Watson as a married man: that way the episodes could play more as the adventures of two buddies with lots of time on their hands to hop a train at a moment’s notice, rather than having to write in a wife for Watson and then ignore her completely, which would make Watson seem like a terrible husband to a modern audience, rather than the sweetheart he is.
Thank you so much for doing this podcast; I cannot even describe my delight at finding fellow passionate and detail oriented Brett/Holmes fans!
All good points. Especially about the king's incompetence. Jeremy's reaction when he says "Is it not a pity she was not on my level?" Thank you finding us!
To clear up confusion. The kingdom of Bohemia was part of the holy Roman empire. The king was one of the heads of that empire, along with other kings. The title was largely symbolic at times. But there was a royal line. At the time of writing, Bohemia was part of the Austo-Hungarian empire, pre WWI. The king would have been little more than a figurehead around then. Bohemia was modern day Czech Republic or Czechia. I suspect the the pronunciation or Ms. Adler's name was due to her being a famous singer in Prague, the Bohemian capital, which is probably where they met. I believe they cover some of this in the story. I am assuming the writers extrapolated the pronunciation from these indications of her background.
I've only just discovered this version of Holmes and I plan on using this podcast as a companion. What a great listen.
Welcome! Draw near the fire.
I discovered your podcasts today and spent a glorious hour listening to the interviews with Jenny Seagrove and Betsy Brantly. So this evening I thought I'd go back to the beginning and start with your first episode. Loved the Star Wars fact - never knew that! Have never stopped loving JB's Holmes since a teenager in the 80s. Looking forward to listening to the rest of your podcasts. Cheers for keeping the flame.
Fantastic idea for a podcast. Sherlock Holmes fans are always looking for new and original content, this fits the bill perfectly, thanks for all your efforts!
Thank you for finding us!
I love this episode - as you say it sets up some basics for the whole series - you see all their vanities and motivations and the relationship that Holmes and Watson have - its all there. The disguises are amazing - and of course Sherlocks groom disguise does fool Irina - she never knows that he was the witness that allowed her marriage to proceed. I love the fact that in the first episode Sherlock starts off full of vanity and pride - and gets outwitted by a mere woman. its like he learns the lessons right there and Jeremy Brett is so able to show us his vulnerabilities and faults through his face. I hope that makes sense - oh - last thing I love the King, so full of ego, he is an hilarious character! and the way Sherlock laughs at his pomposity - he snubs him twice with a certain brilliant style! - the battle of the egos! Thank you ! I love your podcasts. Love and blessings. PS re the irregulars not being outside Irenas house - I think her house is in a very posh area of London and not the inner city - so the irregulars would be out of place. the couples and entertainment are more credible as being in a more suburban & upmarket area. hope that makes sense.
Thank you, Sarah! It's classic, classic episode! Easily one of my favorites. Glad you're enjoying listening along with us! -Luke
What a wonderful discovery after just finishing the complete series, again.
Thank you both, obviously fellow fans of one of the most beloved S.H. adaptations.
Love from 🇬🇧
Thanks for finding us!
"A Scandal in Bohemia" is one of a handful of instances in this series of an actor making an appearance in 2 different episodes playing 2 different characters. Here, Will Tacey plays the Clergyman. Tacey later appears in "The Boscombe Valley Mystery" playing the Coroner.
Two of my favorite things about Jeremy Brett's Holmes:
He spoke about Holmes consuming your soul, that you forget yourself.
And later on with Edward Hardwick, he spoke that he played Holmes as married to Watson. 😁
He remains and this show remains my favorite adaptation of Sherlock Holmes
These are great. I really appreciate these having worn out my Granada episodes.
I remember trying to find adaptations of A Scandal In Bohemia after I read the original story, and found this episode here on UA-cam. I was blown away by how faithfully they brought the story and characters to life. Even if the way they pronounce Irene was driving me crazy. Later I was excited to find out that I had stumbled across the first episode, and watched several more sporadically over the next year or two.
I have seen many, many versions of Sherlock Holmes, but Brett's still remains my absolute favorite! I'm thrilled to have stumbled across a podcast chronicling this amazing adaptation.
Thank you for finding us, and glad you found the Granada series. It's definitely a gift that keeps giving. Tons and tons of rewatch value.
I’ve only discovered your podcast recently and am binging them. I know this wasn’t a great mystery but it’s still one of the very best. For me the atmosphere makes the show more so than the mystery. Yes you’re right it’s a domestic squabble and set in modern times this would be a bore. What makes this work is the late Victorianisms. Holmes is the sexually repressed yet inventive super Victoria. A champion for his king while acting out a ritual of courtly love for the queen. Then there’s Holmes two finest disguises, the over the top theatrics of the foreign king, the impossibly glamorous yet virtuous adventuress. This was perfection.
4:20 This tune from "The Dancing Men" is my absolute favorite piece from the entire series. Such a perfectly melancholy score.
So happy to find this'Jeremy Brett is the Quindicential Sherlock Holmes
Love your Podcast! Jeremy Brett is definitely my favorite actor who portrayed Sherlock! I'm actively listening to all your Podcasts now after working like a maniac on a crab boat for the past two years! hahahaha... In regards to the use of the word "late." For the time Conan Doyle wrote these stories, the use of the word "late" doesn't necessarily mean "dead." It may simply be a reference to these people having passed out of the life/activities of the characters (Holmes/Watson). I cannot think of any references in literature other than a phrase (especially in English literature) I've come across many times, by example: "Mr. Johnson, late of Johnson Steamship Company." Musing out loud over here, but I never took the word to mean dead as much as "past tense" for the purpose of the story. Looking forward to listening to all your PCs!
Thanks for finding us and welcome back to dry land! :)
Just discovered this podcast, now working my way through the back catalogue to get up to date.
Excellent and engaging commentary and a fitting tribute to Jeremy Brett. I shall now re-watch The Blue Carbuncle and follow it with your Podcast on that one. Thanks!
Been a fan since it first was shown on tv love the way you tell extra stories about it thanks
Excellent video. Wonderfully informative from two committed fans.
Thanks so much for posting
Thank you so much❤❤
Just found these and started listening. Wow!
Thanks for finding us! Hopefully it's a good "wow"!
Really enjoyable video, I've subscribed by the way.
Excellent! Thanks very much!
I just discovered the Granada series on You Tube. Never seen or heard of it. But I love listening to Greg Wagland's narrations of the stories. And just a couple weeks ago, You Tube recommended one of the Granada shows to me. I thought, "well it looks really old, and it will probably suck, but what the hell"... It was the nicest surprise I've had in a very long time. I would say it's now vying for top spot with Star Trek and Firefly as my favorite tv show! I just came across your pod cast today.
Excellent find! As we and others have said, they get even better as you rewatch them. Welcome!
I was named after Jeremy Brett…
Hopefully he's lived up to the hype for you.
@@sherlockpodcast I’ve been watching since before I could walk. I’m just absolutely in love with the work you’re doing!
Really? What's your name?
@@danacoleman4007 Jeremy
@@jrpatterson12 really??!?!!
Fabulous podcast.
I love the series. Sherlock Holmes movies, TV shows are like pizza, all are good, just some better than others. I love some characteristics from Jeremy and David. I also love some differences from Basil and Nigel. Bob Hope said Basil threw the best parties lol. I understand Jeremy better after finding out about his struggles. I wish we could have saved him. Edward was also a great Watson, but now Jude Law has taken that mantel. Robert Downey Jr. is also a very good Sherlock. He is brilliant, probably the most talented actor ever to play Holmes. The best thing… the more Holmes the better!
War-wick-shire 😂
Warrick-shuh 👍
In our defense, this was recorded 5 years ago... we've been corrected MANY times since! 😉
@@sherlockpodcast Ofc and only teasing. It's sweet to hear Shire, like it's Lord of the Rings. I live in Derbyshire so very close to several of the stories. The cavern in The Priory School is really impressive and there are several more in the area. That one is at the edge of a town (Castleton) and there is a Norman castle right above it which dominates the area.
The countryside around is very beautiful. In the story it seems bleak, and there are places like that, but also lovely dales and hills.
BTW they don't get the Derbyshire accent correct. It's not bad, and close, but they have it as more Yorkshire, which would upset us!
Really enjoying the episodes and analysis.
You know, people generally put their hypodermic needles away after utilization.
I suppose it's a conversation starter in this context.
I don't know if anyone has mentioned this to you (and I'm still listening to the episode, so you might mention it yourself later), but you have to read Carole Nelson Douglas' Irene Adler series. They are 8 books and a short story and really capture the essence of THE WOMAN in my opinion. The first 4 were made into unabridged audiobooks on cassette. I have them and digitised them to listen to in my car. Books 5 & 6 are a duology (the only one that ends in a cliffhanger) Very good books indeed!
I know this was years ago, but the actors in the series are saying Irene's name correctly. It's not Eye-reen. It's I-ray-ne. My great-gramdmother (who was British) spelt her name Anne-Sophia, but it wasn't pronounced Sow-fee-yah, but "Sah-fa-yah".
I never liked this story, although I like the adaptation. To show Holmes being outwitted undermines the character when he could have easily defeated her. It makes you wonder if he deliberately let her get away a la a Mission Impossible episode.
I always thought he was privately smitten with Adler. Gayle Hunnicut, the actress who played the role, passed away in August 2023. RIP😔
What about the incongruous opening, supposedly years later, with Irene and her husband/servant (?) catching the burglars and one of them calling Irene, "Mom?"
I had to rewind that too as I did a double take on it when I first watched/heard it, but I guess it was just a way in that particular dialect to say "Ma'm"/Madame and that these two characters are in no way related.
@@adrianaheiler9794 yes it's Ma'm short for Madame, as in deference. He's obviously not her son