Eric, Wendy, and Shinjini follow Bloom across the streets of 1904 Dublin, as he steps out of his home on 7 Eccles Street and embarks upon his Odyssey in the Hibernian metropolis. They talk about Bloom’s consumerism, purposeless wanderings in the city, and his random and sometimes unwelcome interactions with fellow Dubliners.

Highlights include discussions of South Asian representation in season two of Bridgerton, Martha Clifford’s dramatic letter, and tips on how to bet on horse racing (not really). Additionally, this episode again draws attention to the predatory urban male gaze.

Recommended Beverages:

• Eric: Saporous (passion fruit and guava sour, in a floral-patterned can), by Three Taverns Brewery, Decatur, GA
• Wendy: Drafty Kilt (scotch ale), by Monday Night Brewing, Atlanta, GA

Theme song: “Come on Over” by Scalcairn, via Blue Dot Sessions

Special thanks to Carin Goldberg, whose cover design for the Gabler edition inspired our logo.