Forgotten Classics

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 InformationStory 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.Podcast HighlightDecoder Ring TheatreAdditional InfoThe Classic Tales Podcast

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 InformationStory 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.Podcast HighlightMartini ShotAdditional InfoUvula Audio

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 InformationStory 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.Podcast HighlightsThe Bowery Boys: New York City History

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 InformationStory 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.HighlightsCognitive AnchoringSFFaudio - The Hound of the Baskervilles

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 InformationStory 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.

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 InformationStory 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.Podcast HighlightBBC's Soul MusicOther HighlightGood Omens discussion at A Good Story is Hard to Find

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 InformationStory 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.HighlightsWhite Cat - Holly BlackGood Omens - Terry Pratchett and Neil GaimanSherlock Holmes - read by Derek Jacobi

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 InformationStory 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.Podcast HighlightThe Carson PodcastOther HighlightsThe Untold Podcast - Soft and Chewy Reading EnvyMichael Drout - From Here to Infinity

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 InformationStory 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.Podcast HighlightBooks and CultureWhy I Really Like This Book

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 InformationStory 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.

The Rosie Projectby Graeme Simsion(listen or download from link above)According to Websterla·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\Function: nounEtymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something addedDate: 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

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 InformationStory 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.

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 InformationStory rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplayThis story is in the public domain.Book Highlights The Rosie ProjectS.Christmas MysteriesThe Martian

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 InformationStory rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplayThis story is in the public domain.Podcast Highlight Reading Envy Podcast

A Shepherd I Will Remainby Elizabeth Scaliaread by permission of the author(listen or download from link above)According to Websterla·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\Function: nounEtymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something addedDate: 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

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 InformationStory rating: PG for scanty clothing, a terrifying beard, and gunplayThis story is in the public domain.Other InfoThe Green Girl

In which we contemplate murder, self-sacrifice, marriage, and happy endings.Episode 242, Cricket on the Hearth 3(download or listen via this link)Book InformationStory rating: G for a fantasy of home, frisky Boxers and grouchy toymakersThis story is in the public domain.The LibriVox recording by Ruth Golding is also in the public domain in the U.S. I am very grateful for LibriVox and Ms. Golding's talent which are graciously provided gratis.Podcast HighlightThe Christmas Stocking Podcast

In which we go on the carrier's rounds, enjoy a picnic, meet Caleb's daughter, and see an unimaginable sight.Episode 241, Cricket on the Hearth 2(download or listen via this link)Book InformationStory rating: G for a fantasy of home, frisky Boxers and grouchy toymakersThis story is in the public domain.The LibriVox recording by Ruth Golding is also in the public domain in the U.S. I am very grateful for LibriVox and Ms. Golding's talent which are graciously provided gratis.LagniappeThe Man Who Invented Christmas

In which we meet the Peerybingles, Boxer, a poor toymaker, a crabby toymaker, an unusual parcel and ... the cricket.Episode 240, Cricket on the Hearth 1(download or listen via this link)Book InformationStory rating: G for a fantasy of home, frisky Boxers and grouchy toymakersThis story is in the public domain.The LibriVox recording by Ruth Golding is also in the public domain in the U.S. I am very grateful for LibriVox and Ms. Golding's talent which are graciously provided gratis.LagniappeThe Man Who Invented Christmas

In which we sample some hors d'oeuvres from a tasty platter of American food writing.Episode 239, American Food Writing(download or listen via this link)Book InformationStory rating: G for apples, pies, chickens, bears, pancakes, and Egg McMuffinsAmerican Food Writing is under copyright. This story is shared under the Fair Use Act as a sample of the pieces in the anthology. Views to the contrary, please contact me (my email is in the sidebar).Podcast HighlightGreat Mustaches in History