2.21.2012

Episode 181: Genesis, chapters 43-44


In which Joseph turns up the pressure and Judah steps up to the challenge.

Episode 181, chapters 43-44
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Book Information
  • This book is 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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    2.09.2012

    Episode 180: Bridge of Birds, chapters 14-15

    In which Number Ten Ox and Master Li encounter a tiger, a dragon, and a ghost.
    Episode 180, chapters 14-15
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    Book Information
    • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
    • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
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    1.24.2012

    Episode 179: Genesis, chapter 42


    In which Joseph's brothers ask for food from Pharaoh's mysterious administrator.

    Episode 179, chapters 42
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    Book Information
    • This book is 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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      1.05.2012

      Episode 178: Bridge of Birds, chapters 12-13

      In which we learn about the Duke of Ch'in,
      after which Master Li and Number Ten Ox try to get rich quick.
      Episode 178, chapters 12-13
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      Book Information
      • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
      • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
      • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Bridge of Birds and the other two books in the trilogy that comprise The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox. It is available on Kindle too!
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      12.27.2011

      Forgotten Tales 4: The Steadfast Tin Soldier

      Hans Christian Andersen: The Complete Fairy Tales and Stories (Anchor Folktale Library) 
      In which Hans Christian Andersen's soldier proves his mettle in various adventures.
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      12.21.2011

      Episode 177 - Christmas Special: The Moon of the Trees Broken by Snow


      In which Louis L'Amour gives us a different kind of Christmas story.


      Episode 177, The Moon of the Trees Broken by Snow
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          12.17.2011

          Lagniappe 50: Cool for Cats

          In which the author reads for us ... Chapter 1 of Cool for Cats by Andrew Ordover

          Cool for Cats
          (listen or download from link above)
          A new detective with a distinctive voice.

          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
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          12.15.2011

          Episode 176: Genesis, chapter 41


          In which Pharaoh has nightmares and Joseph takes charge.

          Episode 176, chapters 41
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          Book Information
          • This book is 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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            12.09.2011

            Episode 175: Bridge of Birds, chapters 10-11

            In which the reason for murder is revealed and Master Li tells a story.
            Episode 175, chapters 10-11
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            Book Information
            • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
            • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
            • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Bridge of Birds and the other two books in the trilogy that comprise The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox. It is available on Kindle too!
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            12.03.2011

            Episode 174: Genesis, chapters 39-40


            In which Joseph acts honorably and is tossed into the clink where everyone has a dream.

            Episode 174, chapters 39-40
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            Book Information
            • This book is 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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              11.25.2011

              Episode 173: Bridge of Birds, chapters 7-9

              In which we hear about a dancing girl, see ghosts, and have a brief interlude for murder.
              Episode 173, chapters 7-9
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              Book Information
              • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
              • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
              • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Bridge of Birds and the other two books in the trilogy that comprise The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox. It is available on Kindle too!
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              • Subterranean Press
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              11.08.2011

              Episode 172: Genesis, chapter 38


              In which we discover that the Bible thinks nothing at all of including explicit material ...
              the story of Judah and Tamar

              Episode 172, chapter 38
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              Book Information
              • This book is 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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                10.25.2011

                Episode 171: Halloween Special - The Beautiful People by Charles Beaumont

                We visit a future in which rebellious teenager Mary is a misfit.
                She doesn't want to be beautiful.


                Episode 171, The Beautiful People
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                    10.13.2011

                    Episode 170: Bridge of Birds, chapters 4-6

                    In which there is great need of a goat
                    (it doesn't have to be that good a goat) ...
                    and we encounter bandits.

                    Episode 170, chapters 4-6
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                    Book Information
                    • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
                    • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
                    • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Bridge of Birds and the other two books in the trilogy that comprise The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox.
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                    • Subterranean Press
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                        9.29.2011

                        Episode 169: Genesis, chapter 37


                        In which dreamy Joseph finds that an ornamented tunic is the last straw ...

                        Episode 169, chapter 37
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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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                          9.17.2011

                          Episode 168: Bridge of Birds, ch. 1-3

                          In which we meet Number Ten Ox and Master Li ...
                          and discover how a plague can learn to count.

                          Episode 168, chapters 1-3
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                          Book Information
                          • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
                          • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
                          • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Bridge of Birds and the other two books in the trilogy that comprise The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox.
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                          9.11.2011

                          Episode 167: Genesis, chapters 35-36


                          Ch-ch-ch-changes ... for Jacob and hearing about Esau's progeny. Yes - the "begats" are upon us.

                          Episode 167, chapters 35-36
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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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                            8.25.2011

                            Episode 166: The Green Girl, chapters 30-32


                            In which Mel makes a plan and all is brought to a satisfactory conclusion.
                            Episode 166, chapters 30-32
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                            Book Information
                            • For The Fifth Annual SFFaudio Challenge
                              Courtesy of the Wonder Ebooks edition.
                              NOTES: “Early sense of wonder SF.” First published in the March and April 1930 issues of Amazing Stories. Later collected in 1950 as Avon Fantasy Novel #2. “Melvin Dane has been seeing a vision of a green girl since he was a child. Images of her came over the ether. Is she just fantasy? Or a reality that managed to cross time and space? And now, with the Earth under threat of extinction, will Melvin ever meet that girl of his dreams?”
                            • Story rating: G (so far)
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                              8.17.2011

                              Episode 165: Genesis, chapters 34


                              A disgraceful episode in which almost everyone behaves badly.

                              Episode 165, chapters 34
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                              I know, I say episode 166, but I lost track.
                              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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                                8.04.2011

                                Episode 164: The Green Girl, chapters 25-29

                                In which disaster strikes and Mel faces the Lord of Flame.


                                Episode 164, chapters 25-29
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                                Book Information
                                • For The Fifth Annual SFFaudio Challenge
                                  Courtesy of the Wonder Ebooks edition.
                                  NOTES: “Early sense of wonder SF.” First published in the March and April 1930 issues of Amazing Stories. Later collected in 1950 as Avon Fantasy Novel #2. “Melvin Dane has been seeing a vision of a green girl since he was a child. Images of her came over the ether. Is she just fantasy? Or a reality that managed to cross time and space? And now, with the Earth under threat of extinction, will Melvin ever meet that girl of his dreams?”
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                                  7.29.2011

                                  Episode 163: Genesis, chapters 32-33


                                  In which Jacob prepares for his family reunion.
                                  Will he survive it?

                                  Episode 163, chapters 32-33
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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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                                    7.25.2011

                                    Lagniappe 49: East of Eden

                                    In which we hear the story of Olive and the airplane...

                                    East of Eden
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                                    A delightful vignette that I wanted to share.
                                    Scott and I will be discussing the entire novel (as much as we can in an hour)
                                    at A Good Story is Hard to Find in Episode 15.

                                    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
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                                    7.22.2011

                                    Episode 162: The Green Girl, chapters 17-24

                                    In which Melvin and Sam encounter Lord of Flame
                                    and Alexander learns some new tricks.


                                    Episode 162, chapters 17-24
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                                    Book Information
                                    • For The Fifth Annual SFFaudio Challenge
                                      Courtesy of the Wonder Ebooks edition.
                                      NOTES: “Early sense of wonder SF.” First published in the March and April 1930 issues of Amazing Stories. Later collected in 1950 as Avon Fantasy Novel #2. “Melvin Dane has been seeing a vision of a green girl since he was a child. Images of her came over the ether. Is she just fantasy? Or a reality that managed to cross time and space? And now, with the Earth under threat of extinction, will Melvin ever meet that girl of his dreams?”
                                    • Story rating: G (so far)
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                                      7.16.2011

                                      Lagniappe 48: Just So - The Elephant's Child

                                      In the High and Far-Off Times
                                      the Elephant, O Best Beloved, had no trunk ...

                                      The Elephant's Child
                                      (listen or download from link above)
                                      As always, read with dash and verve by Will Duquette.

                                      See the story, a poem, and all the illustrations with Kipling's captions.
                                      As always, thank you to Will Duquette for his tip-top narration.

                                      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
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                                      Episode 161 Genesis, chapter 31


                                      In which Jacob and his family go on the lam.
                                      Episode 161, chapter 31
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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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