12.23.2010

Episode 145: Two Christmas Ghost Stories

In which we encounter spirits in the tradition of English Christmas ghost stories.
(Note: these are just as good at any time of year.) 
High Spirits
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  • This book is under copyright. Samples are read under the Fair Use Act.
  • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy High Spirits. You will enjoy the book much more than these mere samples.
  • Story rating: G for general ghostliness and good humor.
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    12.20.2010

    Lagniappe 39: A Star Over Bethlehem

    A Star Over Bethlehem
    (listen or download from link above)
    In which we hear a profound Christmas story from an unexpected source -- Agatha Christie!

    Get the book here: A Star Over Bethlehem


    According to Webster
    la·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\
    Function:
    noun
    Etymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something added
    Date: 1844
    : a small gift given a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase;
    broadly : something given or obtained gratuitously or by way of good measure

    12.16.2010

    Episode 144: The Epic of Gilgamesh

    The Epic of Gilgamesh: The Deluge

    In which we hear a retelling of the Epic of Gilgamesh
    and also consider myth and literature.
    Epic of Gilgamesh
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    Thanks to Rose for her retelling of this epic tale.
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      12.07.2010

      Episode 143: Genesis, chapters 8-9


      In which Noah and family leave the ark and God promises rainbows.
      Genesis, chapters 8-9
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      Book Information
      • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted the non-exclusive right to read Robert Alter's translation of Genesis and his commentary. This book is published by WW Norton. Please contact Mr. Alter or his agent for any permissions. Many thanks to Robert Alter and Georges Borchardt for their graciousness in allowing us to read this book.
      • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Genesis. It comes to life even more when you are able to see and ponder the words.
      • Story rating: R for adult situations and commentary.
      • I will do my best to properly pronounce any Hebrew words but cannot promise accuracy. Biblical words may be pronounced using this guide.
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        12.06.2010

        Lagniappe 38: Velveeta

        Velveeta
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        In which we discover more than anyone ever wanted to know about Velveeta.
        Except me. I wanted to know.
        Get the book here: Better Than Homemade

        Want to try Salsa Mac 'N' Cheese? Here you go!

        According to Webster
        la·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\
        Function:
        noun
        Etymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something added
        Date: 1844
        : a small gift given a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase;
        broadly : something given or obtained gratuitously or by way of good measure