An ever-growing collection of conversations about literature, humor, and history in America, produced by the premier source for programming and funding scholarship on Mark Twain's life and legacy.

CraftLit is—Annotated Audiobooks for Busy People * CraftLit has presented curated classic literature in a serialized format since 2006. Each week, host Heather Ordover "teaches to the joke" by filling in any relevant context & tidbits of note before playing the next chapter of the book. * Our current book, "Recollections of Joan of Arc" by Mark Twain begins with episode 581.

Into nostalgia? “A Look Behind in Rewind” is a podcast series reminiscent of Jean Shepherd of WOR-Radio… like a modern-day Mark Twain. Tom’s stories range from childhood escapades to college hijinks to crazy tales from film/broadcast/ad agency days, including interviews with American Bandstand mogul Dick Clark and others. (When it comes to some of these early youthful adventures, names have been changed to protect the innocent). Podcast lengths are short, generally only 7 to 10 minutes each. ...

Brace yourselves. There is a rumor that Mark Twain himself has reincarnated - at least in the studios of Two Twits and Twain. Are the rumors of his appearance just as errant as once were the rumors of his death?? Tune in to find out!

Book talk discussions by Mark Twain students. We are new at this. Share your thoughts on the books we discuss, and gentle suggestions for podcast improvement.

Financial and retirement planning guidance with Mark Howard of the Howard Financial Group in Savannah. Mark has almost three decades of experience in the financial industry, has been published in the Wall Street Journal, Barron's, South Magazine and several other publications. He has also been featured on the Savannah Morning News. In addition to clients in Savannah, Mark also serves Hilton Head, Bluffton, Statesboro, and the rest of the Low Country. To get your own Financial Game Plan, cont ...

Welcome to ’Saving With Silverman,’ the ultimate guide to building your wealth and securing your financial future. Hosted by Mark Silverman, a Certified Financial Planner™ in Tucson, AZ, this podcast demystifies the complex world of investing and financial planning. Whether you’re an investing novice or looking to refine your financial strategy, join us for insightful discussions, advice, and actionable tips to navigate the financial landscape with confidence. Tune in to ’Saving With Silverm ...

On the Very Special Episodes podcast, we tell one incredible story each week. Stranger-than-fiction tales about normal people in extraordinary situations. Stories that make you say, “this should be a movie.” Follow us down a different rabbit hole every Wednesday.

Sam's Shorts explores the unfamiliar, unconventional, and uncensored writings of Sam Clemens--better known as Mark Twain. Brought to you by The Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, Connecticut. Hosted by Erin Bartram. Produced by Maxwell Norteman.

CraftLit is—Annotated Audiobooks for Busy People Love the classics (or wish you did) *** No time to pick up a book? Not any more! *** This weekly annotated audiobook podcast presents curated classic literature in a serialized format. The host—Heather Ordover—"teaches to the joke" by filling in any relevant tidbits before listening to the next chapter of the book. *** Callers regularly send in voicemail comments for play on the air to keep the "book club" vibe going. *** The podcast has been ...

Classic episodes of Mark Twain’s One Man Show Radio Show

Open Book Audio proudly presents their Classics Collection production of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain. Read by Matt Armstrong.

"A good candidate for 'the most under-appreciated work by Mark Twain' would be 'The Treaty With China,' which he published in the New York Tribune in 1868. This piece, which is an early statement of Twain's opposition to imperialism and which conveys his vision of how the U.S. ought to behave on the global stage, has not been reprinted since its original publication until now." (the online, open-access "Journal of Transnational American Studies" published it in the spring, 2010).

Get the true story of Adam and Eve, straight from the source. This humorous text is a day-to-day account of Adam’s life from happiness in the “GARDEN-OF-EDEN” to their fall from grace and the events thereafter. Learn how Eve caught the infant Cain, and Adam takes some time to learn exactly what it is.

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Broadway’s top talents reveal their lightning bolt moments that set them on the course of their dreams. When Lightning Strikes! Is hosted by Forbes.com and Parade.com contributor Jeryl Brunner. “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” - Mark Twain We’ve all had it. Eureka! Your proverbial lightbulb goes off. The heavens open. The seas part. That wondrous, heart thumping, tingly, glorious mic drop moment when you realized what you were ...

Banned Camp is a comedy podcast where we read banned books and try to figure out why they were banned in the first place. Each season, we pick a new banned book, read it chapter by chapter out loud, and then talk about what might have gotten that chapter banned. In our sixth season, one thing that has stood out to us is that it seems like the people who want to ban books have never read them. Although we can find specific things here and there, nothing ever comes to the point where we would ...

This long essay is a work of mock philology, one of several appendices to Twain’s travel novel, A Tramp Abroad. In it, Twain explains, complains about, and shows how one might improve upon various aspects of the (awful) German language. His examples of precisely how the German language is awful include the famed “separable verb” – which allows one to put the first part of a given verb at the beginning – and its second part at the end – of a given clause or sentence (which may, indeed, be ver ...

It was published in 1893–1894 by Century Magazine in seven installments, and is a detective story with some racial themes. The plot of this novel is a detective story, in which a series of identities — the judge’s murderer, Tom, Chambers — must be sorted out. This structure highlights the problem of identity and one’s ability to determine one’s own identity. Broader issues of identity are the central ideas of this novel. One of Twain’s major goals in this book was to exploit the true nature ...

Are you stuck in a reading rut? The Book Case makes the case for books outside of your usual genre. Wander the aisles of your local bookstore with Kate and Charlie Gibson and meet fascinating characters who will open your appetite to new categories while deepening your hunger for books. This weekly series will journey cover to cover through the literary world, featuring interviews with best-selling authors, tastemakers, and independent bookstore owners. New episodes post every Thursday.

“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow mindedness…” - Mark Twain These are stories of journeys that have challenged the travellers, provided new perspectives, and changed lives.

Talk About Scary is a fun look at some of the most haunted places and events all over the planet.

Student-created podcast about The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain

Hosted by Chion Wolf, hear true, personal stories told from the stage at the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, Connecticut!

Eve's Diary is a comic short story by Mark Twain. It was first published in the 1905 Christmas issue of the magazine Harper's Bazaar, and in book format in June 1906 by Harper and Brothers publishing house. It is written in the style of a diary kept by the first woman in the Judeao-Christian creation myth, Eve, and is claimed to be "translated from the original MS." The "plot" of this novel is the first-person account of Eve from her creation up to her burial by, her mate, Adam, including me ...

A collection of comical short stories by renowned American humorist and author Mark Twain, the compilation features 30 stories published in 1906. Presenting a colorful array of tales, the short stories cover various periods of Twain’s writing career, while also allowing him to revise and perfect each story. Exploring various topics including abusive hierarchical power, human recklessness, and backfiring expectations, the collection offers a sweet treat to satisfy every taste. The anthology b ...

He’s a writer people are already calling the next Mark Twain. Author David Pierson offers listeners a humorous glimpse into the many minds of his imaginary friends. He and they touch on everything from Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss, from education, politics, and culture to religion. Listen here to a funny, insightful original thinker.

The semiautobiographical travel memoir records Twain’s, more or less, personal journey across the Wild West in search of adventure while exploring variable locations. Accompanying his brother on what becomes a trip of a lifetime, the young Samuel Clemens finds himself in many different vocational roles as he explores and observes the magnificence of the American West. Not refraining from the usual social commentary, Twain directs criticism on various social and moral issues which he approach ...

“...if I should talk to a stenographer two hours a day for a hundred years, I should still never be able to set down a tenth part of the things which have interested me in my lifetime.” The words of Mark Twain in his introduction to Chapters from my Autobiography provide a tantalizing glimpse of what is in store for the reader! Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens was still working on his reminiscences when he died in 1910. This book is really only a portion of the comple ...

The podcast consists of short excerpt readings from classic world literature in the public domain. It also includes insightful background information and tidbits about the various novels. The authors featured include Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Mark Twain, Sun Tzu, Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Lewis Carroll, Edgar Allan Poe and many more. The podcast has listeners throughout the United States and in over 30 nations.

A schedule-lacking podcast hosted by tennis icon Dylan Moore (Lightning Larry Luciano), legend of the court Brady Stewart (Mark Twain Enthusiast), Summer Lake king Mason Maurer (Gorgon, Son of Scrygorn) and racquet superstar Grant Doan (Malekith, the Dark Elf) in which we delve deep into analysis of ten-seshes, beloved players and notable highlights before inevitably drifting into random topics and nonsense. It's a good time.

"Some people get education without going to college, others get it when they get out of it" says Mark Twain. This means that in life, we never stop learning. Hence we welcome you to Knowledge Beyond College, a show where we promote lifelong learning. Hosted by two ambitious students, we are committed to bringing some value to the listeners with every episode which will help you'll in the journey of life and to become a better version of yourself.

Discover the perfect way to end your day with "Sleep with Classic Books," a unique fusion of relaxation and education for literature lovers and sleep enthusiasts. This sleepcast is crafted to cater to both the curious mind that thirsts for knowledge and the tired soul that seeks a tranquil night. Embark on a calming journey through the pages of classic books penned by literary giants such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and many more. Our show weaves together the captivating tal ...

When Hank Morgan, a practical, no-nonsense Yankee who works in an ammunition factory as a head superintendent gets into a fight with an aggressive employee, little does he know what's in store for him. The bully lays Morgan low with a skull-crushing blow delivered with a crowbar and knocks him out. When Morgan regains consciousness, he finds himself transported back in time, to the sixth century. From here on, the story describes the travails of a hard-boiled, true blue American with strong ...

A sentimental short story praised for its moving plot and condemnation of scientific experimentation on animals, Mark Twain efficiently delivers a truly captivating piece. First appearing in Harper’s Magazine in 1903, A Dog's Tale was later published as a pamphlet for the National Anti-Vivisection Society. The tale focuses on the life of Aileen, a misunderstood dog who experiences the ups and downs of life, while cruelly subjected to suffering because of the shallow belief of her inferiority ...

Mark Twain’s work on Joan of Arc is titled in full “Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc, by the Sieur Louis de Conte.” De Conte is identified as Joan’s page and secretary. For those who’ve always wanted to “get behind” the Joan of Arc story and to better understand just what happened, Twain’s narrative makes the story personal and very accessible. The work is fictionally presented as a translation from the manuscript by Jean Francois Alden, or, in the words of the published book, “Freely T ...

Enjoy hours of great storytelling (over 2,000 stories and counting) within 12 unique podcast shows: 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries- A collection of fast-paced, well researched stories covering unsolved mysteries, fascinating biographies, strange and unusual events, movie backstories, and historical wonders. 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales- A wonderfully curated and masterfully narrated collection of classic tales from the likes of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Edith Wharton, Jack L ...

A podcast about enterprise innovation. Mark Twain once wrote, “A man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way.” In this podcast series we will discuss innovation through the use of technology in a variety of ways. Various guests from all types of industries will share the lessons they are learning, where the opportunities are for growth and competitive advantage, and where they have seen hurdles. We hope you enjoy. Take a look at images from our visits here ...

A river memoir documenting Twain’s early days as an apprentice steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River before the American Civil War. Reminiscing about his happy experiences as a young man under the instruction of an experienced mentor, the autobiographical tale depicts one of the most vivid illustrations of river life. Furthermore, the book captures the author’s nostalgic emotions through his resonant depiction of one of the most notable periods of his life. Twain begins his memoir with a ...

Yo, Is This Racist?, hosted by Andrew Ti, creator of the popular blog of the same name, is now a weekly podcast! Every Wednesday, Ti, co-host Tawny Newsome, and their guests answer questions from fan-submitted voicemails and emails about whether or not something is, in fact, racist.

Great works hand picked for you from the Public Domain and read out loud in a weekly podcast. Authors include Mark Twain, Jules Verne, Edgar Allen Poe and many others. The website also includes links to public domain resources & topics of interest to literary and audiobook fans.

Yes, we’re keeping it real! Because, every week we feature the latest Boomer news, Boomer brainteasers, Boomer fitness, Boomer nutrition (not cheeseburgers and fries), and Boomer history--As Mark Twain allegedly said ”History doesn’t repeat itself, but it DOES rhyme! 70-year-old Robert Rickman was born in the middle of the Boomer surge, recently contracted Covid19, and suffers from amusing bouts of brain fog while broadcasting LIVE from a local radio station in southern Illinois. Rickman spe ...

Stories from the renowned monologist Mike Daisey. He’s been hailed as “the master storyteller” by the New York Times, and compared to a modern-day Mark Twain for his provocative monologues that combine the personal and the political, weaving secret histories with hilarity and heart. His stories include ALL THE FACES OF THE MOON, a 29-night, 40-hour monologue that is a living theatrical novel performed at the Public Theater in NYC. Find out more at mikedaisey.com.

Telling the stories of Catholics on these American shores from 1513 to today. We Catholics have such an incredible history in what are now the 50 states of the United States of America, and we hardly know it. From the canonized saints through the hundred-plus blesseds, venerables, and servants of God, to the hundreds more whose lives were sho-through with love of God, our country is covered from sea to shining sea with holy sites, historic structures, and the graves of great men and women of ...

Coffee with the Chicken Ladies covers all things pet chicken. Each episode includes a breed spotlight and relevant chicken keeping topics, as well as reviews of books and products, amazing recipes using home fresh eggs, interviews, and occasional chicken-themed celebrations. Please help us grow the podcast - subscribe, share, and leave reviews and ratings on Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening!

Lake life with Molley and Chad is a podcast dedicated to Boating, Lake boating more specifically. Our story begins when Molley's Dad purchased a 16ft Mark Twain tri-haul to spend weekends and days after work on the water with family and friends. Thus begins the love/hate relationship with boating for her. From days anchored out floating jamming on some Alabama (her Dad's favorite band) to slicing the glass-like water with a slalom ski as the sunsets over the dam. Chad married into the lifest ...

Entertaining stories about the colorful, oddball characters in a lost community in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. Take a step back in time and listen to the tales of the good, the bad, the strange and the extraordinary. From the eBook series including The Angels of Valley Junction and The Miracles of Valley Junction. Perk Perkins Bio: Some say Perk Perkins is the illegitimate product of an impossible union between Mark Twain and Larry the Cable Guy. Perk just claims, “I was born this way.” ...

We’ve heard it time and time again, this idea of purpose being at the heart of our lives, but have you stopped to look at what ‘living on purpose’ actually means for you? The world is an increasingly noisy place, at home, at work and pretty much everywhere you go. How do you distil it all and make sure you’re not filling time with busy activities which may not actually matter? How do you work, or run a business, or live your life and not get to the end of your day, or year or worse your life ...

Trapped History tells the stories of the forgotten – of people who have been ignored by the history we’re taught in school. Their stories have been hidden because of their gender, ethnicity, class or sexuality – hidden because of the times they lived in. We want to do a simple thing at Trapped History: to reboot our sense of history. As the writer and activist James Baldwin wrote, “History is not the past. It is the present. We carry our history with us – we are our history.” Each episode wi ...