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Greater Boston

Alexander Danner & Jeff Van Dreason

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Greater Boston is a bi-monthly full-cast audio drama that blends the real and the unreal, the historical and the fantastical. It all begins with the death of Leon Stamatis, a man for whom the least hint of uncertainty makes life unbearable. But by leaving the world, he has irrevocably changed it. Greater Boston is written and produced by Alexander Danner and Jeff Van Dreason. A production of ThirdSight Media LLC.
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K-Drama School is hosted by comedian, writer and media scholar Grace Jung who analyzes a new Korean TV drama every week and contextualizes it according to its social, cultural and historical significance. Let Grace school you in K-Dramas! Visit kdramaschool.com to learn more. Follow @kdramaschool on Instagram and TikTok!
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Harlem Queen

Yhane Washington Smith

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"Harlem Queen" is a Black historical fiction audio drama based on the life and times of Black, woman, "gangster" Madame Stephanie St. Clair during the Harlem Renaissance (the story takes place around 1926-32). Madame St. Clair had a powerful impact on building the Harlem community underground and aboveground and defining the Harlem Renaissance. Our goal is for you to be entertained, educated, empowered and uplifted after hearing this amazing story! Written and independently produced by Yhane ...
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On the 19th of February, 1911, in the Valorian Socialist Republic, an assistant tailor named Colette Geise experienced a migraine that ruined her life. This is a historical account of what happened next. THE KINGMAKER HISTORIES is a steampunk weird fiction podcast about being gay and doing crime, brought to you by the freaks who brought you Less Is Morgue.
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Karen and Cathy explain cultural and historical references episode by episode in popular Chinese historical dramas as well as Chinese pop culture news. The podcast is in English with proper nouns and phrases spoken in Mandarin Chinese. Currently, they are discussing The Story of Yanxi Palace. Completed dramas/movies include: The Story of Ming Lan, Empresses in the Palace, Royal Nirvana, Palace (2013 film), and Mulan (2020 Disney movie) among others.
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Academy Award Theater, Using Famous stars of the day,the show used Players who had either won or been nominated for an Academy Award for their scripts, including such Stars as Bette Davis, Randolph Scott, Cary Grant and the list goes on. Relive some of the greatest performances in Movie history on the Academy Award Theater.
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Whether it’s great lives or great tragedies, or just showing up for the adventure, history that is told without being felt is minimized. Like food that is eaten without being tasted. What’s the point? Tell the stories. Feel the people. Learn the lessons. Be a better you because of them. Don’t keep reinventing the wheel. Will you get some of the story wrong? Yes. Will the size of the fish increase each time? Probably. Will there be a different perspective? Of course. So what. When we stand on ...
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Hello and welcome to the Historically Haunted Podcast! I am your Dyslexic host, Ariel, and I am so happy that you are here. If you enjoy history with a dose of paranormal on the side, then I hope you will enjoy my podcast. We take a deeper dive into the history of haunted locations to learn about the lives of the people who once lived there because to understand the ghosts, you must first understand the history. What started as a hobby to share my love for history and the paranormal grew int ...
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Falsely accused of treason, Edmond Dantès endures a 14-year imprisonment in the Château d'If. Upon escaping, he stumbles upon a hidden treasure, utilizing it to meticulously orchestrate revenge as the enigmatic Count of Monte Cristo against those who betrayed him.
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The Queen’s Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. Who does Sir Ian Rankin read when he is low? Where does David Baddiel stash his fiction and which masterpiece has Ann Patchett given up on ...
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Find your next great read. Book recommendations, book news and guests, including top authors and other book enthusiasts who discuss what’s happening in the world of books with a focus on frontlist and backlist fiction including literary fiction, suspense, historical, memoir and nonfiction.
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Regular crime, thriller & mystery interviews, features and reviews. In Person with Paul hosted by Paul Burke, Barry's Blu-rays hosted by the editor of crimetime.co.uk and Financial Times Crime Fiction Critic, Barry Forshaw, and On the Sofa with Victoria hosted by best selling thriller writer Victoria Selman. Heads Together is a monthly magazine chat show featuring our trio of hosts and our latest venture is a review show, what's hot in crime fiction. Further information can be found at crime ...
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Ajatshatru by Jaishankar Prasad is a historical drama that delves into the life of an ancient Indian king from the Haryanka dynasty who ruled Magadha. The play explores themes of power, ambition, and morality, depicting Ajatshatru's complex character as he navigates the turbulent political landscape of his time. Beautifully narrated for Krity by Siddharth Joshi. Visit https://krity.app/ for more books and to become a narrator. Follow us on Instagram @krity.app and stay updated with the lates ...
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Between the Lines

Sarah M. Eden, Traci Hunter Abramson, Esther Hatch and Sian Ann Bessey

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Join award-winning and best-selling fiction authors Sarah M. Eden, Traci Hunter Abramson, Esther Hatch, and Sian Ann Bessey as they gather around the figurative kitchen table to talk and laugh about books, writing, and life. Between the Lines: a podcast for readers and writers
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Join journalist Kirk McElhearn as he interviews writers of all kinds about their processes, routines, and how they use Scrivener, the app dedicated to long-form writing. In the first half of the show, writers share their experiences and their different approaches to getting words down on the page; in the second half, they get into the specifics of how they use Scrivener to help them. Whether you’re a Scrivener user or just interested in writing, this podcast has something for you.
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Come for the evening, stay for eternity! Paper Flower Consortium is a podcast from the largest vampire coven in Seattle. Their stories are told by Loretta Fabron Onfoy, coven historian and librarian, in the hope that the modern vampire's way of life is not lost during the next great language transformation. Some tales in this anthology are horrific, some are droll, some are filled with misadventure--just like any eternal existence. Episodes sponsored by the Paper Flower Consortium's Business ...
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All they want is love. Everyone else wants their fortune. Based on historical research, As The Money Burns is a deep exploration into the lives of actual heirs and heiresses to some of America’s most famous fortunes and what happens when the Great Depression hits.A narrative podcast that explores history, psychology, and finance.
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An incompetent angel is running a podcast, and you are an unsuspecting prophet. Hosted by Enoch – the Metatron, archangel and voice of God. One of a kind, he is the only mortal to have been employed by God and turned into an angel. Now his main job is to report on important and historical events, broadcasting these to mortal prophets across spacetime. Come along on his journey as he quickly forgets primitive concepts like the linear progression of time, and tries to discover what it means to ...
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New York City, 1904. What appears to be a simple carnival and sideshow on the outskirts of Coney Island turns out to be much more than it seems to its latest addition to the carnival's close-knit family. Rooted in historical events, characters, and theology, Halcyon gives a unique perspective to the fantasy and horror genre. Dive deep into the mystical, the terrifying, and the unknown as the mysterious Professor Paimon offers you a contract you can't refuse... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/ ...
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The Lux Radio Theatre was a one-of-a-kind OTR show. Imagine the greatest Hollywood stars doing one-hour versions of their biggest motion pictures, complete with full orchestra, live on stage with a studio audience.Cecil DeMille The one-and-only Cecil B. DeMille was your host ('36-45) for a lavish production of what was to become a veritable film checklist of many of Hollywood's best films from the mid-30s right through the mid 50s. The first Lux film adaptation was "The Legionnaire and the L ...
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When High School Senior Jane Barnes moves to Newfield, she discovers the quaint New England town's cruel history has a surprising importance to her own life.
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Step into a podcast that seamlessly intertwines historical dramas, BL content, and pop culture, with a focus on captivating Asian dramas. Join me as we unravel the past, dive into diverse love stories, and navigate the dynamic landscape of pop culture, creating a podcast that bridges continents and eras.
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Spirits Of The Haunted Mansion delves into the eerie and enchanting stories behind the 999 ghosts that dwell in Disney's Haunted Mansion. Each episode uncovers the untold stories and haunting backstories of the mansion's spectral residents, from historical figures and tragic accidents to mysterious disappearances and supernatural occurrences. Join us for a chilling journey through the afterlife, where every ghost has a tale to tell.
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Would You Adam An' Eve It?

Echoes Hu Audio Productions

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The ‘Would You Adam An’ Eve It?’ podcast show is a satirical and comical analysis of both national and international current affairs issues. The show is written and presented by Del McCamlie. In the show, he discusses and dissects topical and historical subjects. ‘Would You Adam An’ Eve It?’ will keep you up-to-date with events in the world while making you muse and smile.
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🦞 Forgotten Stories From Atlantic Canada’s Past 🦞 Backyard History Podcast goes beyond traditional storytelling by using more than a dozen actors to voice actual historical quotes, immersing you in the drama and intrigue of the past. Whether it’s tales of daring exploits, mysterious events, or legendary figures, this family-friendly podcast offers an engaging and dynamic way to explore the rich history of Atlantic Canada. Hosted & written by Andrew MacLean, the podcast expands on his popular ...
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Welcome to Five or Flop, a podcast for the best (and worst) historical fiction has to offer! Each week, we'll be reading and reviewing a different historical fiction book on a scale from flop to five. Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @fiveorflop_pod for all the latest updates! Have a book you want us to read? Send us a recommendation: https://forms.gle/1JroxLkK157zpa9N8 Read along with us on StoryGraph! Join the Five or Flop: Season One Reading Challenge and track you ...
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“Writing Rural With Alley” helps fiction writers bring rural lifestyles to life! Here you will learn to craft more realistic scenes and settings of rural life and lifestyles, new ways to show, not tell, helping to drive your story forward, discover obstacles and challenges for your characters to overcome. You’ll learn skills and techniques from the stone age to post-apocalyptic, including but not limited to, homesteading, living off the grid, bushcrafting, survival skills and more. And of co ...
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Imagining The Past

Imagining The Past

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The Imagining the Past podcast series is brought to you by the Historical Novel Society Australasia (https://hnsa.org.au/) . We feature authors appearing at our biennial conferences (https://hnsa.org.au/conferences-events/) or have been recognised in our $150,000 ARA Historical Novel Prize (https://hnsa.org.au/ara-historical-novel-prize/) . Our HNSA hosts, Greg Johnston and Kelly Gardiner, discuss researching, writing and publishing historical fiction with acclaimed writers of the genre in i ...
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AudreyStories

Audrey Nolte Painter

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Audrey tells "Bedtime Stories for Adults" in English: set in intriguing countries/places. Parts of the stories are true, the rest is imagination - as all good stories should be. All the stories contain fascinating historical facts about lesser known areas of Guatemala, Cuba, Serbia, South Africa, Bosnia, Mexico, Peru, China, India, Burma and more. These stories make good "Bedtime stories for Adults" who struggle to fall sleep, and are humorous - for easy listening while driving to work. Audr ...
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Nice Jewish Books is a podcast focusing on adult Jewish fiction. On this podcast, we chat with authors about Jewish literature, historical fiction, science fiction and fantasy, mysteries, works in translation, and more. As long as a book has a Jewish theme, it’s a candidate for our show! This is a project of the Association of Jewish Libraries, the leading authority on Judaica Librarianship,
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Outliers is an historic fiction podcast that explores how big events filter down and are viewed and shaped by the people in the shadows. Themes of otherness, change, gender and the meaning of power are explored through the eyes of characters who have not traditionally held the historic limelight. Enjoy this anthology of stories from award-winning contemporary writers as they reveal the people hiding in the shadows of real events, at some of the greatest palaces ever built. Historic Royal Pal ...
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Magic Mics is a weekly Magic: The Gathering podcast focusing on the community, current events, and fun topics each and every week. You can catch the show live at twitch.tv/magicmics or subscribe to us here and ensure you never miss an episode!
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Bistec

Nuestro Studios

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Executive produced and written by Manuel Ruiz-Barrera, Bistec is the riveting story of a longtime Cuban Revolutionary and what happens when one of the nation’s prominent dissidents moves into his neighborhood, exposing secrets, upending lives, and testing loyalties. This historical fiction drama reveals the modern world of Cuba’s mysterious vigilance and snitches system against the backdrop of a powerful, emotional story that is packed with surprises. Copyright 2024 Brilla Media Ventures, LL ...
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Back Fires

Alex Vincent Blumberg

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In 1946, a crew of California convicts fights wildfires in exchange for their freedom. Thirty years later, while researching the history of American prison labor, a British journalist uncovers evidence suggesting a wide-ranging cover-up of inmate deaths.
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On the Shelf for September 2024The Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast - Episode 295 with Heather Rose Jones Your monthly roundup of history, news, and the field of sapphic historical fiction. In this episode we talk about: What I did on my summer vacation Book Shopping Liddington, Jill. 2010. Presenting the Past: Anne Lister of Halifax 1791-1840. Penni…
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Here is the first preview of our Halloween Special Immortal House! Schedule: 10/10, 10/17, and 10/24 Paid Patrons get it 10 days Early, plus an on-air thank you and an exclusive digital coloring sheet. Full Combined Full Production: Halloween! In this preview, you will hear: Laurence, vampire and first time home buyer, is played by Ken Carlson Sara…
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In August, Zhang Wan Yi and Wang Chu Ran headlined a historical romance drama Are You The One. Tan Jian Ci leads Go East in a historical comedy and Ding Yu Xi and newcomer Deng En Xi star in the historical romance Melody of Golden Age. All of these dramas have only been decent, a step down from the buzz of their prior dramas. We discuss other drama…
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Ahoy there, mateys! This Halloween, we set sail for Ocracoke, North Carolina's most haunted barrier island! Steeped in American history and pirate legends, this charming seaside town offers incredible fishing, small shops, and amazing seafood restaurants. Visit one of the oldest operating lighthouses, witness wild ponies, and take a stroll on the i…
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Dantès sees his life torn apart when he's falsely accused of treason. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G. Zeissler. Featu…
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Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content. Connilyn Cossette and I had a great time catching up and talking about her new book, Shield of the Mighty. She tells us more about the entire series, why stor…
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ROXIE KEY chats to Paul about her new novel THE DEADLY SPARK, Brighton, diversity in crime fiction, THE DEADLY SPARK Deadly fires are lighting up Brighton, and the latest case is alarmingly close to home for DC Eve Starling. The blaze was deliberately set, and a mother and daughter didn’t make it out of the smoke. Eve’s investigation takes her deep…
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William Shaw writes crime fiction and adventure thrillers. Show notes: William Shaw The Wild Swimmers Aphantasia The Conspirators Raymond Carver: What We Talk About When We Talk About Love Writers just want to be left alone Elly Griffiths: The Locked Room Martin Green: Seven Types of Adventure Tale: An Etiology of a Major Genre The Interpreter Adam…
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Start - Min 12: August Rant: Too many shows keep getting canceled in there first season! 12 min - 29 min: Upcoming Movies: Sonic 3, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, Megalopolis, Joker 2, Here, The Heretic, Mufasa, 29 mins - End: Upcoming Tv: Terminator Zero, Rings of Power, Agatha All Along, Interview With The Vampire, The Penguin, Transform…
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While one honeymoon falls apart, another set of bachelors appear on the matrimonial market. #BarbaraHutton, #PrinceMdivani, #honeymoon, #Stotesbury, #MarryingMdivanis, #politicalspeech, #Astor, #restoringthethrone Barbara Hutton, Prince Mdivani, honeymoon, Stotesbury, Marrying Mdivanis, political speech, Astor, restoring the throne June - July 1933…
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In today's bonus episode, we're conquering the Water for Elephants universe: book, movie, and musical! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme for Season Two is Booktok and Bestsellers. Leave us a revie…
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I read 40 books this summer! In episode 130, I share some of my favorites. This episode of Books Are My People is sponsored by Darrin Doyle’s Let Gravity Seize the Dead. Books Recommended: This Strange Eventful History by Claire Messud Bear by Julia Phillips Cutting for Stone also by Abraham Verghese Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Ki…
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Dive right into Season 3, Episode 3 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast in which we are delighted to be joined by best-selling author Malorie Blackman. Malorie is perhaps best known for Noughts & Crosses, a dystopian young adult series which has also been adapted for TV - but did you know that she is also the author of over 70 books, including nove…
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[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show The Frog (2024, Netflix) starring Kim Yoon-seok, Yoon Kye-sang, Go Min-si and Lee Jung-eun, directed by Mo Wan-il. This is part two of the series coverage. Grace wonders where the demented cruelty of the female antagonist comes from. She also wonders what the bigger overarching message of the show is. Perhap…
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How can wool insulate your character’s home? Who uses it in boot lining? Are wool blankets good for everyone? Does your character want to make toys for their child? Learn about all this and more on today’s episode. Send us a text If you enjoy this podcast and would like to help support the creation of this work or would like access to unique member…
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Heidi Rabinowitz and I both saw a cartoon from the New Yorker in which one spouse was trying to move a pile of tottering books off the other spouses night-stand. The other spouse yelled in alarm (something like) "don't move those - they are my emotional support books!" We were inspired to ask our fellow attendees at the 2024 Association of Jewish L…
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Follow the Monkey by Jamie McGheeThe Lesbian Historic Motif Podcast - Episode 294 with Heather Rose Jones This quarter’s fiction episode presents “Follow the Monkey” by Jamie McGhee, narrated by Cláudia Cruz Machado. A transcript of this podcast is available here. Links to the Lesbian Historic Motif Project Online Website: http://alpennia.com/lhmp …
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Send us a text 9. ENGLISH. BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS. 9. "The Chef on the Ship. 1521. Mexico. Our story sails on a ship in the year 1521. Hernán Cortés is 19 and on his way to conquer and command for Spain. On his ship is an important man: the chef Martin. He is also on a quest -- not for a medal, but for spices and herbs. In Mexico, Martin and th…
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In 1837 Kirtland, Ohio, Jesse Harmon witnesses a community in turmoil, grappling with the fallout of the Kirtland Safety Society collapse and deeper cultural upheaval. His brother Alpheus, committed to their faith, explains that the challenges they face aren't just financial but a clash of ideas, with their prophet Joseph Smith seeking to weave spi…
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In this chilling episode, we delve into the tragic tale of Rocco Jones, a talented opera singer turned executioner whose life and afterlife were marked by betrayal and sorrow. As we explore the haunting echoes of his final performance at Gracey Manor, we uncover the dark secrets that bind his spirit to the mansion's shadowy halls.…
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Edmond Dantès, a humble French sailor, arrives home in Marseilles after months at sea. SPRQ Media presents The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation by H.G. Zeissler with Meredith Tuve, based on the novel, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. This program was directed and executive produced by H.G. Zeissler. Adaptation copyright 2023 by H.G…
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ANTONIA SENIOR, writer, critic, journalist and podcaster chats to Paul about Spymasters - the book and the podcast, the Cambridge Five, historical fiction and Spymasters podcast Writer and journalist Antonia Senior interviews all the best writers on espionage. Each episode will bring you fascinating stories on spies, covert action and more – delvin…
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In a recent bombshell post, Joy of Life actor Zhang Hao Wei, known for his portrayal as the Crown Prince, was revealed to have discussed prostitutes and potentially even establishing his own brothel! These voice recordings set off a whole firestorm with legal notices and declarations being posted all over Weibo. Will Joy of Life be in peril? Actres…
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Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content. Leslie Gould joins us on the show this week to talk about her new book, By Evening's Light. We discuss how war affected the Anabaptists, what her inspiration …
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Welcome back to season three of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast - the podcast on a mission to uncover the books that have inspired today's greatest writers. This week, join us as we step into the personal reading room of Dermot O'Leary - the much loved TV presenter and best-selling children's author of the hugely popular series 'Toto The Ninja Cat…
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