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Where rhyme gets its reason!In a historical survey of English literature, I take a personal and philosophical approach to the major texts of the tradition in order to not only situate the poems, prose, and plays in their own contexts, but also to show their relevance to our own. This show is for the general listener: as a teacher of high school literature and philosophy, I am less than a scholar but more than a buff. I hope to edify and entertain!
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Two pals. One museum artefact. Millennia of queer history unlocked before your very ears Podcast episodes released fortnightly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Essential Reads podcast is a collection of classic audiobooks from your favourite authors such as Orson wells, Robert Lewis Stevenson, Mary Shelley, and many more, narrated by Isaac Birchall. Join Isaac on his journey to help get these books to the masses in an easy accessible way. Support the show and Join the Book Club https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreads
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CraftLit is—Annotated Audiobooks for Busy People Love the classics (or wish you did) *** No time to pick up a book? Not any more! *** This weekly annotated audiobook podcast presents curated classic literature in a serialized format. The host—Heather Ordover—"teaches to the joke" by filling in any relevant tidbits before listening to the next chapter of the book. *** Callers regularly send in voicemail comments for play on the air to keep the "book club" vibe going. *** The podcast has been ...
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Barely Bookish is a book podcast where Rachel reads through classic literature and modern classics to see if they hold up to modern readers. In this, Rachel and a guest take deep dives into the novels you know and love, making it perfect for people who have read these books in school or those who have never read them before. New episodes come out every Wednesday.
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A look at all of the literature you read in high school and college and wished you had paid more attention to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CraftLit is—Annotated Audiobooks for Busy People * CraftLit has presented curated classic literature in a serialized format since 2006. Each week, host Heather Ordover "teaches to the joke" by filling in any relevant context & tidbits of note before playing the next chapter of the book. * Our current book, "Recollections of Joan of Arc" by Mark Twain begins with episode 581.
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With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, Ancient Greece and Rome, and the birth of Christianity. The show's current season is on Late Ant ...
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The podcast where we explore how old tales are made new! Whether it's the fairytales we heard as children, the classic literature we read in high school, or the most ancient of mythologies, it seems creators can't help but keep putting their own spin on old stories, and we're going to tackle every flavor we can get our nerdy hands on.
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discovering classic literature.
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A guided tour through the stories that have shaped our culture and the world we live in. Whether you’re a literature nerd, a romance aficionado, or just Not That Into Books, there’s no denying that the “great works” of literature have played a part in influencing everything from public policy to superhero movies. If you’ve ever wanted to know whether that pretentious guy on Twitter is correct in referring to news stories as “Orwellian,” wondered what stories inspired shows like Bridgerton, o ...
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Hot Takes on the Classics is no dusty, academic approach to great books. It’s a gossipy, exciting discussion about the best literature ever written. Hosted by Tim and Emily, who are veteran teachers and long-time friends, Hot Takes is packed with playful debate, meaningful speculation, and hearty laughs.
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This podcast gives you a daily reading of classic literature, to ease your commute or help you through your English course
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Podcast and video versions of classic ghost stories, urban myths, folklore and more.
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Amateur enthusiast Jacke Wilson journeys through the history of literature, from ancient epics to contemporary classics. Episodes are not in chronological order and you don't need to start at the beginning - feel free to jump in wherever you like! Find out more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature. Support the show by visiting patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. Contact the show at [email protected].
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Simon (Stuck in a Book) and Rachel (Book Snob) debate the difficult decisions of books and reading.
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Please join me in embarking on the Harvard Classics Series by Dr. Charles Elliot. This series dates back to around 1910 and is a collection of literature that I believe needs to be revived and rediscovered. I look forward to reading and discussing all 50 volumes with you as we learn about the great ideas of those who came before us. In this series, we will dive into Greek and Roman history, the American Founders, works from Francis Bacon, John Milton, and many more. We will cover Shakespeare ...
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Two Catholics talking about books, movies and traces of "the One Reality" they find below the surface.
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Urdu language and literature. Tidbit courses and poetry recitation series by Raheel Farooq.
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Discuss femininity and classic literature’s affect on contemporary literature in film.
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Is it possible to review a favourite book in 2 minutes - and give tips on teaching in 4 minutes? Absolutely! Join me, for laughs and learning as we sail the ocean of great books and wander the many worlds of teaching.
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Literary Leviathans: Hunting the Great White Whales of Classic Literature
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Join brother and sister T. S. Russell and Elizabeth Bernadette as we embark on a quest after the great works of literature! Like the mythic leviathan, these are stories so monstrous in scope and depth that to merely touch them is to be changed forever. Our topics range from short stories by Flannery O’Connor to plays by Shakespeare to romance novels by Jane Austen. Cover Art: Moby Dick by Culpeo-Fox. Used with permission. Theme Music: "Job Suite" by Michael Card. Used with permission.
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Enter the macabre mind of gothic literature master, Edgar Allan Poe, as we bring thirteen classic tales to life with voice actors, sound effects and music. This production — conceived from the brilliant minds of Olivia French and Alexandra Meerbach — features the voices of Australian actors, and is proudly supported by the Ballarat Arts Foundation. RavenMad’s adaptation aims to grant listeners access to Poe’s arabesque world and ignite a passion for the sinister and sublime genre of gothic l ...
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Every book has two stories: the one it tells, and the one it hides. The Secret Life of Books is a fascinating, addictive, often shocking, occasionally hilarious weekly podcast starring Sophie Gee, an English professor at Princeton University, and Jonty Claypole, formerly director of arts at the BBC. Every week these virtuoso critics and close friends take an iconic book and reveal the hidden story behind the story: who made it, their clandestine motives, the undeclared stakes, the scandalous ...
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A bunch of podcasts where we write our own paranormal smut, review literature and read public domain books in the spirit of someone recording in their bathroom.
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Novel Conversations is a podcast summarizing the world’s greatest works of classic literature: you get the whole story from cover to cover. If CliffsNotes had an audio-bestfriend, it would be us! Each episode, Frank Lavallo hosts two readers, and the three of them share their reactions to the story and read their favorite passages along the way. If you're looking for a good story, you're in the right place. *This podcast is a production of the Ohio Film Tax Credit.
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Join us in this read-along podcast where we cover all the books in the beloved Redwall series by Brian Jaques. Books & Badgers is a celebration of epic quests, whimsical woodland animals, and courageous mouse warriors! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Julia Golding, author and a Jane Austen fan, is joined by guests to discuss early nineteenth perspectives on issues in modern life through the lens of the wit and wisdom of Jane Austen. Perfect for fans of Jane Austen or anyone wanting to take a little break from the twenty-first century. #Jane Austen #PrideandPrejudice #Regency
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Why do great novels, poems and plays move us and excite us? How can they change the way we look at ourselves and the world? What do these authors have to teach us? Why do they matter? There are no better answers to these questions than those provided by the authors themselves. We want to let them speak. Professing Literature is not a broad summary of major works. Instead, it will zero in on one or two key passages, looking at them closely in order to figure out what is at stake. The goal wil ...
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Masterpiece Theatre meets Mystery Science Theater 3000 in a podcast of highbrow readings and lowbrow commentary. Comedians Kelly Nugent and Lindsay Katai come together to read aloud classic and not-so-classic literature from the public domain and provide real-time commentary with the help of special guests. Subscribe now to experience the best and worst from the likes of Edgar Allen Poe, Virginia Woolf, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Sherwood Anderson, Jack London, and many more... no one escapes ...
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The classic story of Jane Eyre reset in a steampunk world, complete with zephyr-ships, clockwork, and automatons in addition to the original romance and mystery! Written by Charlotte Brontë and originally published in 1847, these steampunk additions were imagined and added by R.A. Harding almost one hundred and seventy five years later. This speaks to the enduring quality of the book and the unmitigated moxie of one of its fans.Hear on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotif ...
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Bob Neufeld from Vintage Audiobooks is your host and storyteller. He reads favorites and lesser-known gems in multiple genres, including children's works, American and international fiction, history/biography, and philosophy With episodes from the Sleep Time Edition, you can fall asleep listening to classic stories told in a calm, gentle style that will help you relax from your long, hard day and drift into dreamland.
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Timeless tales re-told. Each week you’ll hear two or three classic stories based around a common, and timeless, theme. Because history may not always repeat itself, but it sure rhymes
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Join the educators, authors, publishers, and visionaries at Memoria Press to unpack and understand the world of classical education.
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Aven & Mark discuss etymology, history, literature, language, and cocktails, and the sometimes surprising connections between them all.
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The official podcast of Kolbe Academy with lively discussions on home & distance education, Kolbe Academy, and our Catholic community.
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The unofficial podcast of literary misfits everywhere who want to engage with books of "substance" (i.e. serious, respected, heavy, philosophical, classic), or at least considered such.
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LearnOutLoud.com is pleased to provide the Lit Summary Podcast. Each episode contains an abbreviated yet complete audio summary of a classic book in western literature. This podcast is for those of you who hunger for the classics but find it difficult to find time to read them all. Enjoy!
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On the Road with Penguin Classics is a podcast that takes a stroll around the world's favourite books. In each episode, author and editor Henry Eliot travels to a different literary location to explore a brilliant book in the company of a remarkable reader. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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An engaging podcast series that offers a unique dramatization of Clement Clarke Moore's “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” (better known as T'was the Night Before Christmas) featuring the talented Gray children. In this captivating retelling, listeners are there when someone sees Santa deliver gifts at their house. This is a perfect blend of classic storytelling and a fresh, family-centric approach, making it an ideal listen for those who cherish this Christmas classic and enjoy innovative narrati ...
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Join the hosts of New Humanists and founders of the Ancient Language Institute, Jonathan Roberts and Ryan Hammill, on their quest to discover what a renewed humanism looks like for the modern world. The Ancient Language Institute is an online language school and think tank, dedicated to changing the way ancient languages are taught.
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Oh No! Lit Class is a semi-educational comedy literature podcast hosted by Megan and RJ, two bitter English grads who are here to tell you all the weird and sexy things you never knew about the books you had to read in school. Let's ruin some literary classics together. New episodes released every other Thursday.
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that a reader in possession of Austen novels must be in want of a podcast. Hosts Catrina and Elle are lit majors who love reading these books through a modern and historic lens.
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A podcast that jumps right into the deep end of the literary canon. Each week, Ben Cosman, Gemma Kaneko, and a special guest gently roast a classic novel ... and learn to like them a little, too.
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Experience the magic of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol! Brought to you as an immersive audio drama by MAD Company, follow the unforgettable journey of Ebeneezer Scrooge as he confronts his past, present and future in a journey of atonement. With rich soundscapes, holiday-inspired music, and a talented cast of 7 actors, this timeless tale of redemption and the true spirit of Christmas will transport listeners to the world of Charles Dickens. MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that ...
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695 Ten Indian Classics (with Sharmila Sen) | My Last Book with Adam Smyth
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For the past ten years, the Murty Classical Library of India (published by Harvard University Press) has sought to do for classic Indian works what the famous Loeb Classical Library has done for Ancient Greek and Roman texts. In this episode, Jacke talks to editorial director Sharmila Sen about the joys and challenges of sifting through thousands o…
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Ep. 679: Cranford | Chapter 1 Book talk begins at 16:10. We’re diving into a brand-new book, and this one’s got all the charm, wit, and genteel gossip you could ask for! The reigning queen of propriety, Miss Deborah Jenkyns, has thoughts about everything—from how to properly serve dinner to why men are mostly unnecessary. But when a certain Captain…
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What's the Meaning of Sacrifice in Literature Curriculum?
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In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we explore the theme of sacrifice across classic stories—from Charlotte’s Web to Anna Karenina—and how these examples shape students’ moral imagination. Discover how a well-crafted literature curriculum can help children understand true love, loss, and virtue. Whether you’re designing a literature curriculum …
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Early Science Fiction: Lunar Geese and Blazing Worlds
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Send us a text We often think of science fiction as a particularly modern genre of storytelling, born of the science and technology of the electronic and digital age. But speculative fiction goes back centuries, back to the beginning of what we now call the Scientific Revolution of the 1600s. On today's show, we look at two of the foundational book…
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253 Joseph Pearce's Classic Literature Appetizers
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AMDG. Author, editor, and professor Joseph Pearce joins the Kolbecast to introduce his new book, Classic Literature Made Simple: 50 Great Works of Literature in a Nutshell. Joseph’s new book is an excellent introduction to classic literature for any Kolbe student, or the perfect all-in-one guide for parents who want to be able to discuss great work…
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Pendulums, Pits, and Price: A Deep Dive Into Horror History
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The mysterious death of Edgar Allan Poe seems almost as haunting as his gothic masterpieces. We're diving deep into "The Pit and the Pendulum," Poe's terrifying exploration of psychological torture during the Spanish Inquisition. From its 1842 publication to its transformation into a chilling radio drama, we uncover what makes this story endure. Po…
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 25 | Audiobook
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 25, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSUMMARY: Nelly stops her story briefly to tell Lockwood that all of what she just describe…
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STORIES: Needle in the Heart by Richard Matheson: Therese and Millicent have a difficult relationship, and one of them finds only one solution for the dilemma. The Wonderful Death of Dudley Stone by Ray Bradbury The story revolves around the eventual fate of a successful author named Dudley Stone, and the reason he stopped writing at the height of …
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We're All Crazy Here: Shirley Jackon's "Colloquy"
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Send us a text IS everyone crazy but me??? We're exploring Shirley Jackson's incredible (and unfortunately relatable) short story "Colloquy"--join us as we commiserate over the state of the world, talk about the Bad Old Days, and decide if we've actually lost it after all. As always, we are: -Asking with all the love in our hearts that you leave us…
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Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels - Episode 3 - Journey #2 - From Giant To Tiny In One Trip!
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Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels - Episode 3 - Journey #2 - From Giant To Tiny In One Trip! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Two Books, One Cup: Costco vs. ‘Slaughterhouse-Five’
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We learn: People used to get into wet slap-fights We’re going to trademark a prolapsed anus on a shirt You CAN make fun of mimes Support Nuzzle House by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/nuzzle-house Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/nuzzle-house/7ffda8a1-6a2d-4345-92cf-c07f03e65971…
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The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs Part 2 | Audiobook
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The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs Part 2, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinThe following morning, on a sunny Winter's day, the rooms seems bright and cheerful after t…
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Ep. 679: Cranford | Chapter 1 Book talk begins at 16:10. We’re diving into a brand-new book, and this one’s got all the charm, wit, and genteel gossip you could ask for! The reigning queen of propriety, Miss Deborah Jenkyns, has thoughts about everything—from how to properly serve dinner to why men are mostly unnecessary. But when a certain Captain…
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694 Apocalyptic Literature (with Dorian Lynskey) | My Last Book with Charles Baxter
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For some reason, human beings don't seem to be content just thinking about their own death: they insist on imagining the end of the entire world. In this episode, Jacke talks to author Dorian Lynskey (Everything Must Go: The Stories We Tell About the End of the World), who immersed himself in apocalyptic films and literature to discover exactly wha…
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The crew is back together to give our official review of The Long Patrol and are joined by special guest T.H. Wall. We discuss the good, bad, and in-between of this book with our official rating at the end. How will this book stack up against the rest? You have to listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 24 | Audiobook
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 24, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSUMMARY: After Nelly recovers, she notices Cathy's strange behaviour and soon discovers th…
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254 Art & Laraine Bennett Offer Freedom from Anxiety
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AMDG. Clinical counselor Art and psychologist Laraine Bennett join the Kolbecast to discuss anxiety and mental health, the temperaments, their recent publications, and so much more. Art and Laraine talk about how anxiety can manifest dramatically differently in different people, and how to identify it in your life or in the lives of your children;…
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188 – Interview with the Vampire Season 2 Ep 7 w/ Candace the Magnificent
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The continuation of this getting juicier and jucier truly blows me away. Find Candace and all their cool things here: https://linktr.ee/candacethemagnificent → Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Barelybookish → Merch: https://barelybookish.threadless.com/ → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barelybookish/ → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barelybo…
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Episode 23: What We Learned About War: The Hard Truths of Battle
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Description In this final episode of Hot Takes on the Classics’ season on war, Emily Maeda and Tim McIntosh reflect on the biggest lessons they’ve learned from reading and discussing some of history’s greatest war literature. From the moral cost of battle to the intoxicating nature of the battlefield, they break down key themes that have emerged ac…
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Metropolis is a pioneering dystopian science fiction novel which tells the story of Frieder, the son of the a futuristic megacity's ruler, who opens his eyes to the injustice of his society and its industrial underbelly through his romance with a compassionate working-class woman named Maria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…
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What If Your Childhood Imaginary Friend Wasn't Imaginary At All?
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Venture into the realm where classic literature meets innovative storytelling as we spotlight John Wyndham's captivating science fiction novel, "Chocky." We explore the mysterious tale of 12-year-old Matthew and his peculiar "imaginary" friend who possesses knowledge of complex mathematics far beyond a child's understanding. The central question li…
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From Macavity to Samuel Johnson’s Hodge, Buck to Rochester’s Pilot, what is classic literature without its pets? One of the most affecting scenes in The Odyssey, that foundation stone of western literature, occurs when Argos, Odysseus’ aged dog, dies at the moment of reunion with his long lost owner. Not even the knowledge of his afterlife as a sho…
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693 Understanding the Wonders of Nature (with Alan Lightman) | My Last Book with Alan Lightman
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In today's world of specialization, Alan Lightman is that rare individual who has accomplished remarkable things in two very different realms. As a physicist with a Ph.D. from Cal Tech, he's taught at Harvard and MIT and advised the United Nations. As a novelist, he's written award-winning bestsellers like Einstein's Dreams and The Diagnosis. In th…
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 23 | Audiobook
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 23, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSUMMARY: The next morning, Cathy and Nelly ride to Wuthering Heights in the pouring rain. …
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We learn: We see the result of room temperature chili dogs Small-men are natural leaders Thank you for letting me finish in the bathroom Go on, read it for yourself: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-complete-short-stories-of-stephen-crane-100-tales-novellas-maggie-the-open-boat-blue-hotel-the-monster-the-little-regiment-stephen-crane/17142459?ean=9…
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Male Friendship & Cornish Shipwrecks: "The Roll Call of the Reef," with Jake Phillips
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Send us a text We're diving into the bonds between military men, enticing accents, and the dangers of the high seas with Jake Phillips from The Cultured Bumpkin! Join us as we explore Arthur Quiller-Couch's "The Roll Call of the Reef," Manfluencers, Boulder-Tumbling Weather, and more. If you'd like to see more of Jake's work, check him out at The C…
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Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels - Episode 2 - Journey #1 To Lilliput And Satire!
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Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels - Episode 2 - Journey #1 To Lilliput And Satire! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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UPDATE: April Raffle and Cranford Start Date
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00:00 Raffle Announcement & Cranford Start Date 00:21 Special Book Raffle: Knitting Comfortably - bit.ly/april-raffle 04:17 Personal Update: Long Covid and Lecture Gigs 08:01 CraftLit Podcast Updates and Future Plans 12:14 Technical Issues and App Information - bit.ly/craftlit-newsletter 14:51 Upcoming Events and Watch Parties - craftlit.gumroad.co…
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UPDATE: April Raffle and Cranford Start Date
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00:00 Raffle Announcement & Cranford Start Date 00:21 Special Book Raffle: Knitting Comfortably - 04:17 Personal Update: Long Covid and Lecture Gigs 08:01 CraftLit Podcast Updates and Future Plans 12:14 Technical Issues and App Information - 14:51 Upcoming Events and Watch Parties - 16:45 Final Thoughts and Farewell…
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Resolved endings, Pamela Hansford Johnson, Vincenzo Latronico – welcome to episode 137 of Tea or Books?! https://www.stuckinabook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tea-or-books-137.mp3 In the first half of the episode, we take a suggestion from Lindsey – do we prefer resolved or unresolved endings? In the second half, Rachel and I see how successful o…
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The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs Part 1 | Short Story
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The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs Part 1, narrated by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinOn a dark and stormy night, the white family are sitting inside their cozy home. Herbert Whit…
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George Orwell 6: What's in Room 101? 1984 Part 2
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As Shakespeare almost wrote: Orwell That Ends Well. While our six-part series on George Orwell comes to a triumphant end, Orwell’s life - alas - did not. He died too young and deeply pessimistic about the future of the world. In this last episode, Sophie and Jonty look at the bright side of life in Airstrip One, speculate what really lies within Ro…
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692 An Investigation in Chinatown (with Radha Vatsal) | The Five Books (with Tali Rosenblatt-Cohen)
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It's a two-for-one special! First, Jacke talks to novelist Radha Vatsal about her new book, No. 10 Doyers Street, which tells the gripping story of an Indian woman journalist investigating a bloody shooting in New York's Chinatown circa 1907. Then podcaster Tali Rosenblatt-Cohen stops by to discuss her experience hosting The Five Books, which asks …
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The Long Patrol - Book Three: The Ridge
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Hosts Trevor & Collin close out the Long Patrol with their discussion of Book Three: The Ridge! They excitedly talk about the conclusion of this book with some of the highest highs and lowest lows. They also nominated the best chapter Brian Jacques has ever written, which I am sure won't be controversial at all! Give a listen to find out more! Host…
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Christian Homeschool Curriculum: How to Teach the Bible & Church History!
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In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we explore the foundations of teaching the Bible through a classical Christian education. The team discusses how Memoria Press’ classical Christian curriculum ensures students gain a deep Bible education, moving beyond stories to understanding Scripture’s historical and spiritual significance. From Bible memo…
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 22 | Audiobook
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 22, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSUMMARY: Edgar Linton's health beings to fail him, and he has to spend less time with Cath…
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The Hieronymus Option | Episode LXXXV
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Send us a text Can Christians read and appreciate pagan literature? The vexed relationship between the Church and a world that hates it has generated many different responses. The most popular recent proposal is Rod Dreher's "Benedict option" - Dreher counsels Christian retrenchment and quasi-monastic self-sufficiency. But the great saint of late a…
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Episode 22: Modern Music & the Art of War: From Stravinsky to Picasso—20th Century’s Rule Change
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Description In this episode of Hot Takes on the Classics, Emily Maeda and Tim McIntosh explore how war shaped modern music and art, breaking traditional forms and redefining artistic expression. They dive into Igor Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring, Picasso’s Guernica, Otto Dix’s War Triptych, and more, unpacking how these revolutionary works capture…
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George Orwell 5: Sex crime, anyone? 1984 pt1
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Newspeak, Big Brother, the Thought Police, Room 101, doublethink, sex crime, the Ministry of Truth. Few books have generated quite as many outlandish yet unforgettable concepts as George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four. So much so that Orwell’s name is now an adjective - Orwellian - which, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary means ‘relating t…
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Beyond the Potion: The Man Behind Jekyll and Hyde
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Gothic literature meets radio drama in our exploration of Robert Louis Stevenson's timeless masterpiece "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde." We journey through the fascinating life of this Scottish literary titan, from his birth in Edinburgh in 1850 to his final days in the tropical paradise of Samoa where he penned some of literature's m…
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691 The Making of Sylvia Plath (with Carl Rollyson) | My Last Book with Cheryl Hopson
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Since her death, poet and novelist Sylvia Plath (1932-1963) has been an endless source of fascination for fans of her and her work. But while much attention has been paid to her tumultuous relationship with fellow poet Ted Hughes, we often overlook the influences that formed her, long before she traveled to England and met Hughes. What movies did s…
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Today we're talking all things Alexander the G(ay)reat! One of the most successful military leaders in history and a figure who continues to fascinate thousands of years later - join us as we cut through the debates around his sexuality like a sword through the Gordian knot… This week's object is a mosaic from Pompeii, thought to date from around 1…
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 21 | Audiobook
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë chapter 21, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSUMMARY: Cathy is distraught over her cousin's departure from Thrushcross Grange. Nelly tr…
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Didn't Read It Throwback: Jane Rice's "The Refugee"
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Send us a text We've had technical difficulties! This is a re-post of an old episode to buy us time to vanquish the computer gremlins. Wish us luck and enjoy this throwback episode!! With love and panic, XOXO, The DRI Team Support the showBy Grace Todd
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James Joyce’s Love Letters to Nora Barnacle
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We learn: This man LOVED farts I had to filter out the really bad ones His girlfriend was wild Go on, read it for yourself: https://youtu.be/4BdV07aPE_8?si=4Wra-LIdX3IL5Mkm Listen anywhere:nuzzlehouse.com Your bedtime story read aloud for grown ups. Support Nuzzle House by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/nuzzle-house Se…
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Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels - Episode 1 - Meet The Champion Of Satire And Personal Mystery!
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Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels - Episode 1 - Meet The Champion Of Satire And Personal Mystery! I'm SmarTune Music, as the author of 'Irish Tale' www.melodyloops.com/tracks/irish-tale/, grants Melody Loops and it's licensees, including How To Love Learning , permission to use this Music. This Music may be used in commercial and personal project…
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STORIES: The Chadwick Pit by Carl Jacobi The Return of Andrew Bailey by August W. Derleth and Mark Schorer (a short story included in their collection Colonel Markesan and Less Pleasant People. chadwick_pit_podcast.mp3File Size: 71056 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Host - M.P. Pellicer www.MPPellicer.com SUPPORT VIA DONATION Buy Me A Coffee - https…
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