I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere

Episode 23: Weekend in Review

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 18:53:03 PST

Burt and Scott have returned from the Baker Street Irregulars Weekend to take us on an audio journey of what it was like in New York in January. We bravely go from club to club, meal to meal, and Sherlockian to Sherlockian, to bring you a recap of a few of the many events that make up this largest annual gathering of Sherlock Holmes...

Episode 22: Sherlock Holmes at the Movies (Part 2)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 08:44:13 PST

You'll recall that on the last episode, we were joined by David Morrill, BSI ("Count von Kramm"), who offered an informed opinion about the new Sherlock Holmes film. And as they do in the film business, we're offering you the sequel: part two of Sherlock Holmes at the Movies. Here we continue where we left off, discussing Jude Law's turn as...

Episode 21: Sherlock Holmes at the Movies (Part 1)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:38:47 PST

Well, it's been in the news quite frequently lately. The new Sherlock Holmes movie has brought new life to the literary franchise we all know and love. But Holmesians have a number of questions: how is it? Does Robert Downey, Jr. make a decent Holmes? Is the "bromance" just a little too much for the purists? Will those raised on Rathbone be...

Episode 20: Cleaning (The Empty) House

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 21:32:43 PST

As we finished the last episode, we realized that we never got around to talking more about "The Adventure of the Empty House," as we had promised. We've filled that gap nicely this time out, with a discussion ranging from the multitude of commentary on "The Empty House," to illustrators, to a sneak peek at a future episode. We're also running...

Episode 19: The Return of I Hear of Sherlock

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 07:37:01 PST

In the Sherlockian world, the "Great Hiatus" is known as the period from 1891 to 1894 when Holmes was presumably dead after his showdown with Professor Moriarty at the Reichenbach Falls. In the real world, it meant that publication of new Sherlock Holmes stories ceased after "The Final Problem" in December 1893 and didn't resume until The Hound of...

Episode 18: The Sons of the Copper Beeches

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 07:35:03 PST

A visit to a venerable scion society, the Sons of the Copper Beeches, in October 2007. Headmastiff Gideon Hill describes the group's history, assisted by Scott Bond, who then offers remarks about his 25 years as the Baker Street Journal's cartoonist. We close with an Editor's Gas Lamp from July, 1959 featuring Edgar Smith's thoughts "On the...

Episode 17: Collectors' Corner - Otto Penzler

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 07:34:43 PST

Here we pick up where we left off last time. You'll recall that previously, we interviewed Jerry Margolin about giving up part of his collection; in this episode, we speak with the man who bought that collection. Otto Penzler, BSI ("The King of Bohemia") is a specialty dealer, the proprietor of The Mysterious Bookshop, and a long-time expert of...

Special Episode: Compliments of the Season 2007

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:32:35 PDT

This time of year always draws our minds to "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," the only Sherlock Holmes story that takes place at Christmas. It's the source of our greeting cards to each other, with the universally applicable "Compliments of the Season," which is exactly the wish that Burt and I give to each and every one of you. Thank you so...

Episode 16: Collectors' Corner - Jerry Margolin

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:03:39 PST

We're pleased to welcome Jerry Margolin, BSI ("Hilton Cubitt") to this show this week. Jerry has been a collector of something or other nearly his whole life, but his Sherlockian collection was the thing that occupied most of his adult life. Recently, Jerry decided to sell his collection, and we wanted to understand what went into that process,...

Episode 15: Michael Whelan, Wiggins of the Baker Street Irregulars (Part 2)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:29:13 PDT

In the previous episode of the show, you heard us get into some pretty interesting topics with Mike Whelan, head of the Baker Street Irregulars. We continue in this vein in Part 2, talking about the BSI Trust, the BSI Weekend in much greater detail, the Dr. Watson Fund, and a very exciting contest that you can participate in! Comments? Questions?...

Episode 14: Michael Whelan, Wiggins of the Baker Street Irregulars (Part 1)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:28:27 PDT

In this episode of the only Sherlockian podcast, we begin our interview the head of the Baker Street Irregulars - the internationally renowned literary society that remains at the forefront of the study of Sherlock Holmes. Michael Whelan has been "Wiggins" of the BSI for the last decade, and here he shares some thoughts on his own personal...

Episode 13: Arthur Conan Doyle - A Life in Letters

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:27:02 PDT

We're pleased to welcome two noted authors to the show this week: Jon Lellenberg and Daniel Stashower. The recently edited a biography about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle along with Doyle's great-nephew Charles Foley. Comprised of hundreds and hundreds of letters, the book is already a critical success and is gaining popularity on both sides of the...

Episode 12: Bob Thomalen (Part 2)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:26:02 PDT

We pick up where we left off in Episode 11, talking with Bob Thomalen, BSI ("The Three Garridebs") about how he was able to make his events so successful so early on, how he went about selecting speakers, what it was like to work with Tom Stix, and a wonderful legacy left to us by Bob's closest Sherlockian friend. Show Notes Getting a critical...

Episode 11: Bob Thomalen (Part 1)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:24:59 PDT

Scott and Burt interview Bob Thomalen, BSI to learn more about his involvement with the Sherlockian world, including his claim to fame, Autumn in Baker Street (aka “The Great Sherlockian Sleepover”). Join us as we learn more about this veteran drummer, guitarist, magician, chessman, and corporate presenter. Bob will also share his insights as to...

Episode 10: The Secret of Sherlock Holmes

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:24:01 PDT

In the late 1980s, Jeremy Brett commissioned Jeremy Paul to write a play for him. The collaboration yielded The Secret of Sherlock Holmes, which ran for a year in the West End and toured for three months around England. The shores of the United States have never seen the play - until now. In honor of the 120th anniversary of the first appearance...

Upcoming Episodes

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 14:52:27 PDT

Things are really happening in the studio these days! Burt and I are in the midst of some great interviews with Sherlockian writers, scholars, organizers and performers. Have we got some great shows lined up for you! Expect to hear some very interesting and intimate interviews with these individuals. And a quick note about the frequency of...

Episode 09: Our Favorite Books

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:20:21 PDT

This week, we take a break from our interview schedule to get back to the basics. We discuss the man who determined the foundations of a good Sherlockian collection and heap lavish praise on our favorite tomes related to the great detective. Show topics: 3:50 The Shaw 100 as the basis of a number of good Sherlockian books 4:40 A bit about John...

Episode 08: To Keep the Memory Green

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:19:21 PDT

Editors Steven Rothman and Nicholas Utechin join us for a chat about a book they have co-edited: To Keep the Memory Green, some recollections from the life of Sherlockian/Doylean scholar and collector Richard Lancelyn Green. We also hear about their respective experiences as editors of the Baker Street Journal and the Sherlock Holmes Journal and...

Episode 07: Peter Blau (Part 2)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:18:27 PDT

The chatfest with Peter Blau continues as we enjoy more conversation in an even more interesting vein, if you can imagine. From the early days of the BSI to radio connections, professional societies, collecting and traditions, and even Sherlock Holmes in a far-flung place, Peter gives his unique perspective. Topics in this episode: 1:52 Meeting...

Episode 06: Peter Blau (Part 1)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:17:23 PDT

We do another interview show, this time when we have a conversation with longtime Baker Street Irregular Peter Blau ("Black Peter"). Peter is one of the center points of the Sherlockian hub and has plenty of great stories to tell. Add to that an audio comment from a listener, and we've got a show that should not be missed. Topics covered in this...

Episode 05: Sherlockian 101 (Part 2)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:15:28 PDT

The discussion continues from last week's episode's topic of the basics of the Sherlockian world. You'll hear us discuss the societies, scholarship, international groups, regular gatherings and a healthy how-to of getting involved. Topics covered in this week's show The Baker Street Irregulars and the origins of Sherlock Holmes societiesThe Baker...

Episode 04: Sherlockian 101 (Part 1)

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:13:48 PDT

We've received a lot of correspondence from listeners asking us about some of the basics of the Sherlockian world – thank you for taking the time to contact us and let us know what's on your mind. In order to ensure that we're all working from the same level of knowledge, we'll cover some of the fundamentals of "the Game." Since this is such a...

We Could Use Your Help

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 12:43:55 PDT

In the comments section of Episode 03, a listener made a suggestion that we cover some basics of the Sherlockian world - what is a scion? What goes on at Sherlockian society events? How do I join one? These are excellent questions, and as Burt and I have been playing the Game for many years, I think we forgot about what it's like to be new at...

Episode 03 - Mike Berdan

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:09:45 PDT

In this episode, we sit down for a chat with Mike Berdan, BSI to discuss his article "The Adventure of the Dead Detective" in the Spring 2007 Baker Street Journal. Mike tells us about: How he came to be interested in Holmes His origins with Sherlock Holmes societiesSome of his previous 12 published articles in the JournalThe life of a freelance...

Episode 02: Wessex Press

comment@ihearofsherlock.com (Scott Monty & Burt Wolder) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 21:08:17 PDT

In this episode, we interview Steve Doyle and Mark Gagen, both members of the Baker Street Irregulars who run the very successful Wessex Press. You'll hear us speak with this very dedicated team about their publishing experience and how they go about planning and executing some very successful Sherlockian events. We also have our first audio...