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Join Lisa VanDamme as she guides you through Silas Marner by George Eliot. Recommended Book Url: https://readwithme.app.link/MyF7NaGLEjb Description Silas Marner is the story of a man who, having had his spirit broken by a cruel injustice, retreats from society and lives the solitary life of a village weaver whose only pleasure is his ever-growing store of gold. This barren life of monotonous routine, reclusive loneliness, and soulless hoarding is all he knows, until, one day, something happ ...
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The Literary London podcast.

Nick Hennegan - Writer, Producer and Broadcaster

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The channel for the Award-Winning Maverick Theatre Company and their London Literary Pub Crawl productions and Resonance 104.4FM Radio shows. General theatre and literary news from London, England.
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Knight Time at Noon

The NHL's Vegas Golden Knights

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Listen to live episodes of Knight Time at Noon on FOX Sports Las Vegas 98.9 FM/1340 AM, hosted by members of the organization's broadcast team made up of Dave Goucher, Shane Hnidy, Gary Lawless, Dan D'Uva, Daren Millard, Ashali Vise, Darren Eliot and Brian McCormack.
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A lovely young woman gambling at a casino in Leubronn, Germany. A young man watches, fascinated from afar. She begins to lose heavily and leaves the casino. Thus opens the last and probably the most controversial of George Eliot's novels. Published in 1876, Daniel Deronda is also the only one in which the great Victorian novelist portrays contemporary society of her own time. There were only a few murmurs when it first came out, but later, they became a full fledged outpouring of resentment ...
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The London Library Podcast features a leading writer or figure in the cultural world discussing the books which have shaped them. The first guest is social historian, author of bestselling The Five and London Library member Hallie Rubenhold. Founded by Thomas Carlyle in 1841 The London Library is one of the world’s great lending libraries and a place of inspiration and support to writers, readers and scholars of all kinds. Well-known members and former members include: Charles Dickens, Charl ...
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PlayCrush

The Old Vic and Sherman Theatre

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Join Joe Murphy, Sherman’s Artistic Director and previous Old Vic Baylis Director, as he welcomes a new guest fortnightly to talk about their career in theatre, their highs and lows along the way – and to ask them the ultimate question: what's your favourite play? PlayCrush is created in collaboration with the Sherman Theatre, Cardiff, and is is supported by Royal Bank of Canada in association with the TS Eliot Estate. Neither The Old Vic or Sherman Theatre would be here during this uncertai ...
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Just Sleep - Bedtime Stories for Adults

Bedtime Stories with Taesha Glasgow

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Do you have trouble drifting off to sleep? My mission is simple. To help you relax, put the stressful day behind you and drift off to sleep. In every episode, I will read an old story in the public domain. So lie down, settle into your pillow, close your eyes, and let me read you a story to help you sleep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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amimetobios

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New for 2023: Victorian Poetry Scroll back for previous courses on Shakespeare, Eighteenth Century Poetry, Close Reading, Various film genres, Film and Philosophy, the Western Canon, Early Romantics, 17th Century Poetry, etc.
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Bonnets At Dawn

Bonnets At Dawn

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Austen vs. Brontë is a literary thunderdome! Listen each week as Lauren and Hannah compare and contrast the lives, work and fandoms of the Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters.
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OURGENPOD talkin' 'bout Our Generation

Julian G. Simmons, Robert Wilson

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OURGENPOD "talkin' 'bout Our Generation" is a bold, intelligent, irreverent podcast about life in America -- how we got here, and how we can make things better. We're focused on the generation of people 55+ -- like us -- but all are welcome. We just don't believe in Ageism. We're confronting some big challenges as a nation and globally, and we're all in this together. We don't confront, rant and rave (too much); we're looking for solutions. We've talking about the dangerous decline in civili ...
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A series of talks, workshops and conference highlights hosted by the OCLW based at Wolfson College. Life-writing encompasses everything from the complete life to the day-in-the-life, from the fictional to the factional. It embraces the lives of objects and institutions as well as the lives of individuals, families and groups. Life-writing includes autobiography, memoirs, letters, diaries, journals (written and documentary), anthropological data, oral testimony, and eye-witness accounts. It i ...
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Fall asleep tonight to the opening chapters of Middlemarch by George Eliot. We released a shorter episode early in 2022 but I wanted to revisit the book. In this episode, we are introduced to highly religious Dorothea, her sister Celia, and their prospective suitors. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on A…
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James Jackson is back with some actual Sixers news this time! He breaks down all the details of Sixers signing G Lester Quinones to a two-way deal. He also relays an update on the plans for the new Sixers stadium given out by the Mayor, before he continues his roster breakdown and delivers his "one thing to leave you with." To learn more about list…
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James Jackson is back with your daily Sixers update. Today, he discusses the good news that Joel Embiid is involved in, and the drama that Mitchel Robinson is involved. After that, he dives into newly acquired Paul George and what we can expect from his this season and, of course, his "one thing to leave you with" as you go about your day. To learn…
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James Jackson brings you your daily Sixers update. Today, he breaks down the Sixers full preseason schedule and some (sort of) relevant injury news. He leaves you with one thing to think about: The Sixers don't have any "dogs" on their team? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy …
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Eliot Shorr-Parks and James Jackson kick off the first episode of the "Clap Your Hands Daily" series. Where everyday from now until the end of the season, our hosts will inform you of everything you need to know about the Sixers and leave you with one thing you think about as you go about your day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy …
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Feeling stressed? Relax with tonight's bedtime story, the continuation of The Lady Vanishes by Ethel Lina White. In this episode, Iris searches for Miss Froy. No one has seen her. No one knows who she is.... Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://jus…
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Tough day ahead? Drift off to old Greek stories: The Golden Age, The Story of Prometheus and more. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If yo…
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The classic story continues. In this episode, Elizabeth visits Charlotte (and Mr Collins) at Rosings. She meets the inimitable Lady Catherine and then Darcy arrives.... Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can s…
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Tough day ahead? Drift off to a short story from the author of Anne of Green Gables. Old Abel tells his new friend, the schoolmaster, stories about his life and love. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can sup…
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Fall asleep fast to the continuation of the story by L Frank Baum. The group decides to seek help from Glinda the Good but first, they need to get out of the jackdaw's nest that they are stuck in! Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodca…
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Fall asleep to a story from the author of Anne of Green Gables. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remembe…
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Tonight's bedtime story for adults is Hunted Down by Charles Dickens. Published in 1859, this is a rare detective story from the celebrated writer. Mr Sampson sees a man at his Life Assurance office and immediately dislikes him. When he meets him at a party, the feelings deepen. Is his first impression of the man correct? Is he hiding something? Su…
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Tonight's sleep story is A Costume Piece by E W Hornung. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod --------> Try the podcast, Calm History: https:…
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Tonight's story to help you fall asleep is the continuation of The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald. In this episode, Curdie tells his mother about his recent adventures. Then, the goblins get closer to the palace. Can Curdie stop them? Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For o…
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Fall asleep fast to this charming fairytale bedtime story. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod I'm trying out some Tshirt designs that you m…
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Drift off to the next chapters in The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod I'm trying out some Tshirt de…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks and Jack Fritz are here to declare that the Embiid/Jokic debate is over after the Big Fella helped Team USA secure their fifth straight Gold Medal at the Paris Olympics. Does this victory have Eliot & Jack feeling more encouraged about Embiid in the NBA next season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit…
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Fall asleep fast tonight to The Time Machine by H G Wells. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod I'm trying out some Tshirt designs that you m…
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Fall asleep fast to the continuation of The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod I'm trying out som…
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Fall asleep fast to this story by Arthur Conan Doyle. The mystery of the disappearance of a private train. Sherlock has a brief cameo (although he is not named) Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support w…
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Two good things were supposed to come out of Embiid playing for Team USA: Establish good relationships, get rid of the "loser" stigma. Eliot Shor-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson discuss if he's been successful. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad ch…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson discuss Joel Embiid's interesting comments on Drew Hanlan's podcast. Also, Darryl Morey drops bread crumbs on WIP. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Drift off to sleep tonight with another story from The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar by Maurice Leblanc. You might have seen the series on Netflix inspired by the character Arsene Lupin. In this episode, many years ago, the Queen's necklace was stolen from the Count and Countess Dreux-Subisse, and the mystery was never…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson have some choice words for Steve Kerr after he decided to bench Joel Embiid in Team USA's latest Olympic win against South Sudan. They breakdown Embiid's play on the court, his comments off the court, the new Reggie Jackson signing and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices …
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Tough day ahead? Relax tonight with a story by Edith Wharton. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod I'm trying out some Tshirt designs that yo…
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Feeling stressed? Relax with tonight's bedtime story, the continuation of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Published in 1883, this adventure novel has been adapted numerous times and heavily influenced the modern depiction of pirates. In this episode, after Captain Smollett and Long John parlay, the mutineers attack. Support the podcast a…
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Fall asleep tonight to the conclusion of this classic story. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remember t…
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Tough day tomorrow? Quiet your mind with bedtime stories from The Sandman's Hour. This episode includes the stories The Disorderly Girl, The Poppies, The Shoemaker Rat, Hilda's Mermaid, and Why the Morning Glory Sleeps by Abbie Phillips Walker. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For othe…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson breakdown Joel Embiid's performance in the Team USA scrimmage against Canada and how the Olympics will help him in the NBA regular season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcast…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson continue to assess Jared McCain, Ricky Council and the Sixers Summer League Team...and some opinions might have changed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson are back to talk about Joel Embiid's performance in Team USA's scrimmage against Canada. They also discuss the pros and cons of bringing back Kyle Lowry and what they continue to see from the Summer Sixers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pr…
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Struggling to fall asleep? Relax with tonight's bedtime story, the continuation of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte. This second and last novel by Anne Brontë was published in 1848 under the pseudonym Acton Bell. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks joined Ike Reese and Spike Eskin on the WIP Midday Show to talk about Jared McCain, Ricky Council and the Sixers Summer League squad. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks and Jack Fritz are trying to contain their excitement for this upcoming Sixers season, but it's hard with all the hype that is building. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Fall asleep to a short story by Mary E Wilkins Freeman. A woman has waited years for her betrothed to return. But is she happier with her life without him? Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a…
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Tonight's bedtime story is the continuation of The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you…
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The Paul George signing wasn't the only good Sixers news from last night. Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson talk about Tyrese Maxey's new contract extension. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adc…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks, Jack Fritz and James Jackson can officially say it - Paul George is a Philadelphia 76er. They talk about how he is going to fit with the team and also some of the possible downsides of this signing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad…
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Eliot Shorr-Parks and Jack Fritz prepare for the news of Sixers signing Paul George (because it's obviously going to happen) and what the team could look like next season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adc…
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Relax and drift off to another classic Sherlock Holmes mystery. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, please remembe…
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Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with chapters from The Yosemite by John Muir. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod If you like this episode, ple…
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