12.16.2014

Episode 273: Heidi's Alp, chapter 2


In which we race for silver skates, play with trolls, and put our finger in the dike.
Episode 273, Heidi's Alp, chapter 2
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: G for family travel, fairy stories, Europe, and a yellow camper.
  • Heidi's Alp is under copyright. Our sincere thanks to author Christina Hardyment for her gracious permission to read this aloud
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11.29.2014

Episode 272: Heidi's Alp, chapter 1


In which we prepare to live the dream --
caravaning around Europe searching for fairy tale origins.
Episode 272, Heidi's Alp, chapter 1
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: G for family travel, fairy stories, Europe, and a yellow camper.
  • Heidi's Alp is under copyright. Our sincere thanks to author Christina Hardyment for her gracious permission to read this aloud
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Christmas Podcasts

11.18.2014

Episode 271: The Time Traveler's Guide to Medieval England Sampler


In which we vacation in a very foreign land -- the past!
Episode 271, Time Traveler's Guide to Medieval England
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: G for bathing, bridges, the Great Plague, visiting yeomen and much more.
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10.28.2014

Episode 270 - The Judge's House


In which Julie loses her voice and
we are very glad that Scott Danielson read us this story for Halloween.
Episode 270, The Judge's House
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: G for terrifying encounters with an evil painting, gamboling rats, strong tea, and fainting women.
  • The Judge's House by Bram Stoker is in the public domain.

10.23.2014

Episode 269: Wailing Well


In which we go camping and encounter a terrifying trio at the Wailing Well.
Episode 269, Wailing Well
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: G for hilarity and a terrifying encounter with ghosts, all suitable to be heard by a Boy Scout troop.
  • Wailing Well by M.R. James is in the public domain.
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10.14.2014

Episode 268: The Night Wire and The Toll-House


In which we sample some of the ghastly, ghostly goodness from The Big Book of Ghost Stories. 
Episode 268, Night Wire and Toll-House
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for ghastly fog and ghostly footsteps.
  • The Night Wire is shared under the Fair Use Act as a sample of the stories in The Big Book of Ghost Stories, ed. Otto Penzler. I strongly encourage you to purchase the book and enjoy all the stories in their entirety. Views to the contrary, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar).
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10.07.2014

Episode 267: Another Place


In which we drop into the village of Binscombe only to discover it is not at all what it seems
in our latest sampling of "tall tales told in taverns."
Episode 267, Another Place
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: G for weird tales with no violence.
  • This story is from Binscombe Tales by John Whitbourn. It is under copyright. This story is shared under the Fair Use Act as a sample of the stories in the collection. I strongly encourage you to purchas the book and enjoy all the stories in their entirety. Views to the contrary, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar).

9.26.2014

Episode 266: The Sea King


In which a vacation trip to Denmark turns into an encounter with gods older than recorded history for Brigadier Ffellowes in our latest sampling of "tall tales told in taverns."
Episode 266, The Sea King
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for monstrous gods and death by terror.
  • This story is from The Peculiar Exploits of Brigadier Ffellowes by Sterling Lanier. It is under copyright. This story is shared under the Fair Use Act as a sample of the stories in the collection. Views to the contrary, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar).
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9.17.2014

Episode 265: The People of the Mist, Finale


In which friendship, a newspaper, and a steam fish help our heroes home.
Episode 265, The People of the Mist, 40-Finale
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
  • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
  • South African slang
  • This story is in the public domain.
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9.09.2014

Episode 264: The People of the Mist, chapters 38-39


In which there are gemstones, treachery, insanity, and a rip-snorting roller coaster ride.
Episode 264, The People of the Mist, chapters 38-39
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
  • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
  • South African slang
  • This story is in the public domain.
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8.28.2014

Episode 263: The People of the Mist, chapters 36-37


In which Olfan is noble, Otter is clever, and Nam is treacherous.
As usual. While on the lam. Will our adventurers escape?
Episode 263, The People of the Mist, chapters 36-37
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
  • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
  • South African slang
  • This story is in the public domain.
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8.20.2014

Episode 262: The People of the Mist, chapters 34-35


In which Juanna is between a rock and a hard place ... and Olfan pays the price.
Episode 262, The People of the Mist, chapters 34-35
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
  • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
  • South African slang
  • This story is in the public domain.
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8.08.2014

Episode 261: The People of the Mist, chapters 32-33


In which Otter must fight and Leonard is tricked.
Episode 261, The People of the Mist, chapters 32-33
(download or listen via this link)

Book Information
  • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
  • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
  • South African slang
  • This story is in the public domain.
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    7.22.2014

    Episode 260: The People of the Mist, chapters 30-31


    In which Soa surprises Leonard, the lovers surprise each other, and Otter is not surprised at all.
    Episode 260, The People of the Mist, chapters 30-31
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    7.09.2014

    Episode 259: The People of the Mist, chapters 28-29


    In which our band of adventurers face their accusers in a public trial.
    Episode 259, The People of the Mist, chapters 28-29
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    6.18.2014

    Episode 258: The People of the Mist, chapters 26-27


    In which there is a father-daughter reunion.
    And things go from bad to worse. Again.
    Episode 258, The People of the Mist, chapters 26-27
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    6.11.2014

    Episode 257: The People of the Mist, chapters 24-25


    In which the People of the Mist do not embrace a religion of love.
    And things go from bad to worse.
    Episode 257, The People of the Mist, chapters 24-25
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    5.28.2014

    Episode 256: People of the Mist, chapters 22-23


    In which Juana and Otter are venerated as gods and see what it means to worship The Snake.
    Episode 256, The People of the Mist, chapters 22-23
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    5.17.2014

    Episode 255: The People of the Mist, chapters 20-21


    In which Otter makes a big mistake and Soa 's history becomes a threat.
    Episode 255, The People of the Mist, chapters 20-21
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    5.06.2014

    Episode 254: The People of the Mist, chapters 18-19


    In which we wonder if we have entered the land of the giants.
    Episode 254, The People of the Mist, chapters 18-19
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    4.25.2014

    Episode 253: The People of the Mist, chapters 16-17


    In which we encounter Mavoom and discover the secrets of several longing hearts.
    Episode 253, The People of the Mist, chapters 16-17
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    4.15.2014

    Episode 252: The People of the Mist, chapters 14-15


    In which we get to the bottom of the Devil's Nest and the path of romance does not run true.
    Episode 252, The People of the Mist, chapters 14-15
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.

    4.04.2014

    Episode 251: The People of the Mist, chapters 12-13


    In which we face the Yellow Devil, a slave auction, and a pair of beautiful eyes.
    Episode 251, The People of the Mist, chapters 12-13
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    • Good Omens discussion at A Good Story is Hard to Find

    3.22.2014

    Episode 250: The People of the Mist, chapters 10-11


    In which we embark upon skullduggery to enter The Yellow Devil's Nest.
    Episode 250, The People of the Mist, chapters 10-11
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    3.08.2014

    Episode 249: The People of the Mist, chapters 7-9


    In which we search out the Yellow Devil's Nest.
    Episode 249, The People of the Mist, chapters 7-9
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    2.25.2014

    Episode 248: The People of the Mist, chapters 5-6


    In which we get Otter's advice, hear a tale of foul deeds, and agree to adventure.
    Episode 248, The People of the Mist, chapters 5-6
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    2.17.2014

    Episode 247: The People of the Mist, chapters 3-4


    In which we hear a prophecy, say goodbye to one friend, and meet another.
    Episode 247, The People of the Mist, chapters 3-4
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.

    2.13.2014

    Lagniappe 62: The Rosie Project

    The Rosie Project
    by Graeme Simsion
    (listen or download from link above)
    According to Webster
    la·gniappe \ˈlan-ËŒyap, 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

    2.06.2014

    Episode 246: The People of the Mist, ch. 1-2


    In which we meet lose everything, bid farewell to love, and make a sacred vow to reach for the stars.
    Episode 246, The People of the Mist, chapters 1-2
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, monstrous gods, rampant adventure, and an almost complete lack of sensitivity or multiculturalism.
    • Caveat emptor (buyer beware): I'm reading this story uncensored. As with many tales from the "golden age" of adventure literature, it is impossible to avoid insensitivity. Political correctness wasn't in existence in 1894, at least in the way we think of it. Our takeaway message: aren't we glad that was then and this is now? 
    • South African slang
    • This story is in the public domain.

    1.31.2014

    Episode 245: Warrior Queen of Mars, Finale


    In which all is revealed. Well, not "all" (get your minds out of the gutter)
    but everything we need to finish our "half-clad Martian warrior maids invading Earth" adventure.
    Episode 245, Warrior Queen of Mars, finale
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplay
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    1.22.2014

    Episode 244: Warrior Queen of Mars, part 2


    In which we track a semi-naked woman through the snow, dodge nefarious Russians,
    and make a surprising discovery.
    Episode 244, Warrior Queen of Mars, part 2
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplay
    • This story is in the public domain.
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    1.15.2014

    Lagniappe 61: A Shepherd I Will Remain

    A Shepherd I Will Remain
    by Elizabeth Scalia
    read by permission of the author
    (listen or download from link above)
    According to Webster
    la·gniappe \ˈlan-ËŒyap, 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

    1.10.2014

    Episode 243: Warrior Queen of Mars, part 1


    In which we encounter Iceland, an immortal doctor,
    a 6'4" frozen female, and  mysterious memory loss.
    Episode 243, Warrior Queen of Mars, part 1
    (download or listen via this link)

    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplay
    • This story is in the public domain.
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