Stage of Fools

The last hurrah, and new projects

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 10:20:00 -0000

The queen and king of Stage of Fools, Shannon and Zach, return one last time to say goodbye, but to also remind you of Zach's other podcast (The Revisionists) and Shannon's new podcast project. You can find Zach's podcast at http://www.revisionistspodcast.com/, you can find Shannon's new podcast Little Women: A Modern Audio Drama at https://www.littlewomenpodcast.com/.

S4:E11 – Season 4 Wrap Up

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 01:01:01 -0000

Shannon and Zach are joined once again by Darren to discuss the end of season 4, and a possible season 5.

S4:E10 – With Mirth in Funeral and With Dirge in Marriage

Wed, 16 May 2018 11:11:00 -0000

When you were here before, couldn't look you in the eye. Shannon and Zach are finally at the end of this season and all the plotting finally pays off, until it doesn't.

S4:E9 – Foul Deeds Will Rise

Wed, 09 May 2018 11:11:00 -0000

Zach and Shannon watch as the plans very slowly line up, telling us a bunch of stuff we already knew.

S4:E8 – In The Dead Vast and Middle of The Night

Wed, 02 May 2018 11:11:00 -0000

Finally! The plot has been revealed!! Shannon and Zach take you through a stag and hen do until they arrive at the twist to end all twists!

S4:E7 – Forgive Me This My Virtue

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 22:02:00 -0000

Arise Sir Jasper of Frost, and meet Willow, the commoner horse heiress engaged to Robert. All this and more in episode 7 of season 4 as Shannon and Zach attempt to figure out where this season is going.

S4:E6 – My News Shall Be The Fruit To That Great Feast

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 11:11:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach wonder how they got here, well, they're going to tell you all about that.

S4:E5 – There's Daggers in Men's Smiles

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 11:11:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach talks to producer/editor Darren Husted about the fifth episode of the fourth season, wherein Robert decides to GET RID OF PARLIAMENT. No biggie.

S4:E4 – Black As His Purpose Did The Night Resemble

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 11:11:00 -0000

Why was there a blackout? Shannon and Zach scream the question into the podcasting void, but it is black as his purpose, and we have no answer. But then! Ciao, Bella! Who is this Italian prince? Jasper knows.

S4:E3 – Seek for Thy Noble Father in the Dust

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 11:11:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach talk about the third episode of season 4, will Liam be able to carry out the plan that Cryus has devised? No.

S4:E2 – Confess Yourself to Heaven

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach explore the post Jasper bullet shot episode, the second of season 4, Confess Yourself to Heaven.

S4:E1 – How Prodigal the Soul

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach return to discuss the first episode of season 4, How Prodigal the Soul.

Previously on The Royals

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 11:00:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach recap the "previously on" from the start of Season 4 Episode 1.

S3:E11 – Season 3 Wrap Up

Sun, 26 Mar 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Intro and thoughts on season 3 00:00:00, minor characters 00:19:58, who will return? 00:50:33, Cyrus 01:03:08, Helena 01:08:53, Jasper/Eleanor 01:12:55, Liam/Robert 01:22:12, Favourite episode of the season 01:32:50, Ranking the seasons 01:37:42, Season 4 predictions 01:39:18, Goodbyes 01:47:00

S3:E10 – To Show My Duty in Your Coronation

Sun, 26 Feb 2017 02:26:00 -0000

Robert is crowned and Liam teams up with Cyrus.

Shannon and Zach bring you the low down on the climax of season 3.

S3:E9 – O, Farewell, Honest Soldier

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 19:02:00 -0000

Whom does the bell toll for? The Privy Council meets to determine who will reign as the one true King of England. Zach and Shannon are certain that it does not toll for Robert.

S3:E8 – In the Same Figure, Like the King That's Dead

Sun, 05 Feb 2017 05:02:17 -0000

Helena goes to Paris with Jack Parker, Eleanor goes for a naked run with Prince Sebastian, Cyrus tries to kill with a fox, Jasper makes an offer to Harper and Robert out schemes Liam. Eleanor makes Rosie cry, Willow meets Angie and Kathryn meets the general public. Shannon and Zach welcome the break for Superbowl Sunday so they can regain their sanity a little.

S3:E7 – The Counterfeit Presentment of Two Brothers

Sun, 29 Jan 2017 13:00:00 -0000

Robert vs Liam, for the love of Kathryn (though Robert doesn't know it) and the right to take the throne (though Cyrus is trying to stop that). Helena has tea (with a hot older gentleman), Eleanor plays croquet (with a hot younger gentleman). Plus there's some shenanigans with Cyrus and Sinnamon (and a "baby").

Shannon and Zach are both not hufflepuffs.

S3:E6 – More than Kin, and Less than Kind

Sun, 22 Jan 2017 22:00:00 -0000

Ho ho ho, it's Christmas at the palace and the staff are gone. Cyrus is drunk and Sarah Alice has some presents from Santa. Shannon and Zach break down the out of season cheer.

S3:E5 – Born to Set it Right

Mon, 16 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0000

The royal family are to gather on the balcony to do some waving. Shannon and Zach are happy to see Beck...get tackled.

S3:E4 – Our (Late) Dear Brother's Death

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Robert is back and we meet Cyrus's ex-wife. Shannon and Zach insist on not telling you their final words.

S3:E3 – Ay, There's the Rub

Sat, 07 Jan 2017 12:00:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach tackle a sad Cyrus, sick Helena, sappy Liam and the letters of Jeleanor. Then Robert returns!

Stage of Fools presents Shannon and Zach in E! presents the Royals Christmas Spectacular

Fri, 30 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0000

On Christmas Day The Royals uploaded a "music video". Shannon and Zach are here to talk you through the highs and lows.

S3:E2 – Passing Through Nature to Eternity

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Helena plans to secure proof; Liam begins a new but complicated relationship; Jasper and Eleanor look to the past to inspire their future.

Shannon and Zach are excited to introduce you to Sarah Alice Hill.

S3:E1 – Together with Remembrance of Ourselves

Sat, 10 Dec 2016 15:00:00 -0000

As Helena tries to prove the twins' paternity, Liam feels the guilt of Ted's death. Meanwhile, Robert is alive on a remote island.

Shannon and Zach welcome you back to the new season of the Royals.

S2:E11 – Season 2 Wrap-Up

Sun, 01 May 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach are joined by producer/editor Darren to sum up their thoughts on season 2 of the Royals.

S2:E10 – The Serpent That Did Sting Thy Father's Life

Sun, 24 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Ted is revealed to a crowd that he killed King Simon, Prudence absconds with the new heir with Helena's help. And Robert is alive! Shannon and Zach take you through the season finale.

S2:E9 – And Then It Started Like a Guilty Thing

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Jasper confirms that Ted murdered Simon. Cyrus attempts to put a crib together and Shannon and Zach are nearly at the end of their tethers.

S2:E8 – Be All My Sins Remembered

Sun, 10 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0000

The killer of Domino is revealed, and Ted is haunted by his wife, again. Shannon and Zach are joined by Jesse to figure out of anyone in this show has even read Shakespeare.

S2:E7 – Taint Not Thy Mind, nor Let Thy Soul Contrive Against Thy Mother

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0000

The domino conspiracy is revealed in episode 7, season 2, but Shannon and Zach are still none the wiser.

S2:E6 – Doubt Truth to Be a Liar

Sun, 20 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0000

It is the day before the twins birthday and they have a party. Helena and Cyrus also do stuff.

Shannon and Zach are joined by Caroline Fulford (from the Loose Canon podcast). Hear her podcast here http://loosecanonpod.com/, or hear her on Sophomore Lit here (https://www.theincomparable.com/sophomorelit/22/index.php) or Apoc Radio here (https://podfanatic.com/podcast/apoc-radio/episode/28-queen-of-earth-crazy-ladies-w-caroline-fulford).

S2:E5 – The Spirit That I Have Seen

Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the fifth episode of season 2 we deal with the fallout from Eleanor and Mandy's new relationship, plus Cyrus makes it official with Violet and the ghost of King Simon forces him to grow more evil. Shannon and Zach guide you through the sometimes interesting machinations.

S2:E4 – What, Has This Thing Appear'd Again Tonight?

Sun, 06 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the fourth episode of season 2 Eleanor makes friends with Mandy, Cyrus makes friends with Violet, and a monument is dedicated to Simon. Shannon and Zach give you the lowdown.

S2:E3 – Is Not This Something More Than Fantasy?

Sun, 28 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0000

The third episode of season 2 sees Ophelia and Nick return! And we say goodbye to one of Cyrus's testicles and Beck. Shannon and Zach let you know the tiresome details.

S2:E2 – Welcome Is Fashion and Ceremony

Sun, 21 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the second episode of season 2 we find out about a cursed diamond and the Prime Minister dies. Shannon and Zach welcome Sammi back. Follow her newsletter http://tinyletter.com/spockgrrl. And donate to the AFSP through this link. http://afsp.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.personalCampaign&participantID=962731

S2:E1 – It Is Not nor It Cannot Come To Good

Sun, 14 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Cyrus is King! Jasper has returned! Gemma is engaged! Maribel has had surgery! Liam is seeking vengeance! Shannon and Zach return with the first episode of the second season to let you know what happened.

S1:E11 – Stage of Fools: Season 1 Wrap Up

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0000

Shannon and Zach look back on season 1 of the Royals, and talk about their favourite characters, storylines and moments.

S1:E10 – Our Wills and Fates do so Contrary Run

Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the tenth episode King Simon dies making Cyrus the new king. Darren returns to discuss the season 1 finale with Shannon and Zach, and what a season it has been.

S1:E9 – In My Heart There Was a Kind of Fighting

Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the ninth episode King Simon's life hangs in the balance, Liam and Eleanor are struggling to cope and Helena is plotting to be made heir. It is a crossover episode with Brian Flynn of The Revisionists joining Zach and Shannon. You can hear more of Brian (and Zach) at http://www.revisionistspodcast.com/

S1:E8 – The Great Man Down

Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the eighth episode we feel the repercussions of the end of episode seven. King Simon has been stabbed and his life is in the balance, along with the crown. Shannon and Zach go the safe room to take a look at the suspects.

S1:E7 – Your Sovereignty of Reason

Sun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0000

In the seventh episode we meet the Grand Duchess of Oxford and King Simon lays down some harsh truth. Shannon and Zach let you know what the King has to say about everything.

S1:E6 – The Slings and Arrows of Outrageous Fortune

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0000

The sixth episode of season 1 takes place in Monaco! And someone has packed the bow and arrow! Pay no attention to the bow and arrow! Shannon and Zach are joined by guest Andrew Schwartz so they can talk about slings but mostly an arrow.

S1:E5 – Unmask Her Beauty to the Moon

Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0000

The fifth episode of season 1 there is a ball and everyone is in attendance. Shannon and Zach are joined by guest Sammi Campbell so they can unmask the Queen to the moon. Subscribe to Sammi's newsletter at http://tinyletter.com/spockgrrl or hear Sammi (and Shannon) on episodes of Loose Canon at http://loosecanonpod.com/

S1:E4 – Sweet, Not Lasting

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 19:59:00 -0000

The fourth episode of season 1 Helena and Liam tour the country to curry favour, while Eleanor visits charities to capitalise on her good publicity. Shannon and Zach let you know how dumb Nick is.

S1:E3 – We Are Pictures, or Mere Beasts

Sun, 29 Nov 2015 19:59:00 -0000

The third episode of season 1 Helena and Eleanor have competing fashion shows, while Liam has returned to womanizing. Shannon and Zach let you know who comes out on top.

S1:E2 – Infants of the Spring

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 19:59:00 -0000

The second episode of season 1 finds everyone at a garden party. Shannon and Zach let you know what everyone is up to.

S1:E1 – Stand and Unfold Yourself

Sun, 15 Nov 2015 19:59:00 -0000

In this first (longer than usual) episode of Stage of Fools (the unofficial The Royals podcast) hosts Shannon Campe and Zach Powers, and guest Darren Husted, discuss the first episode of the show; Stand and Unfold Yourself.