Best Robert Daun Podcasts (2024)

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Hidden Oaks - Season 3, Episode 5 56:07

2+ y ago56:07

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Season 3, Episode 5: Secrets corrode vital bonds. Investigation reveals unlikely truths. Flame opens impossible paths...Welcome to Hidden Oaks! Story Timing Index: - "Game Over" - 00:46 - "On the Trail" - 11:32 - "The Crossing" - 38:56 Check out our website and merch store for updates and to get your own cool Hidden Oaks stuff! Thanks for Listening…

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Episode 118 - Decameron Project Part 4 1:37:37

2+ y ago1:37:37

1:37:37

Episode 108 includes the fourth part of a ten-part series in which we embark on a journey through the 100 stories told within Giovanni Boccaccio's book "The Decameron". This series, just as the book, will be divided into the ten days of the frame story. Selected stories from each day will be read by various artists from multiple sources. Series ded…

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Episode 117 - "The Picture in the House" 33:30

2+ y ago33:30

33:30

Episode 117 features a recitation of "The Picture in the House" by H. P. Lovecraft. This episode was an impromptu retelling of a story that I've been meaning to include in the project for years that was prompted by a request for an upcoming Lunatics Radio Hour episode series. Episode dedicated to Molly and Collin, happy birthday Collin! Thanks for …

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Hidden Oaks - Season 3, Episode 4 55:06

2+ y ago55:06

55:06

Season 3, Episode 4: A vision of home, corrupted, a functionary's world, upended, a friendship, recomposed...Welcome to Hidden Oaks! Story Timing Index: - "Unforgettable Silhouette" - 00:45 - "The Pad" - 21:21 - "Struggle" - 30:51 "The Pad" written by guest writer Rob Alger. "Struggle" written by Robin Sand Check out our website and merch store for…

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Episode 116 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 7 11:29

2+ y ago11:29

11:29

Episode 116 concludes our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Stone Saga story. …

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Episode 115 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 6 10:29

2+ y ago10:29

10:29

Episode 115 continues our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Stone Saga story. …

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Episode 114 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 5 9:34

2+ y ago9:34

9:34

Episode 114 continues our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Stone Saga story. …

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Episode 113 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 4 9:12

2+ y ago9:12

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Episode 113 continues our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Stone Saga story. …

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Episode 112 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 3 8:57

2+ y ago8:57

8:57

Episode 112 continues our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Stone Saga story. …

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Episode 111 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 2 8:58

2+ y ago8:58

8:58

Episode 111 continues our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written by Jon and are within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Sto…

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Episode 110 - Solstice Special with BSSH and Fado Part 1 11:45

2+ y ago11:45

11:45

Episode 110 kicks off our Solstice Split Stone Saga Celebration week where we will be featuring bonus stories written by Jon Cook from the Fado Podcast and his participation in Folktale week earlier this year. These stories are all written by Jon and are within the Split Stone Universe so to speak, though they don't directly play into the Split Sto…

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Episode 109 - Split Stone Saga - Version 3.0 by Abby Brenker 8:49

2+ y ago8:49

8:49

In Episode 109 of Bob's Short Story Hour, I am happy to present the next version of the "Split Stone Saga" story that was first presented in Episode 100 of BSSH by Jon Cook of the Fado Podcast. If you are unfamiliar with this project, please go back and listen to Episode 100 to learn more and how you can participate and have your version of the sto…

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Episode 108 - Decameron Project Part 3 1:51:17

2+ y ago1:51:17

1:51:17

Episode 108 includes the third part of a ten-part series in which we embark on a journey through the 100 stories told within Giovanni Boccaccio's book "The Decameron". This series, just as the book, will be divided into the ten days of the frame story. Selected stories from each day will be read by various artists from multiple sources. Series dedi…

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BONUS - Season 3, mid-season extra 10:34

2+ y ago10:34

10:34

BONUS - the next few week's we're taking a break for the holidays, but as you wait for the story to continue, enjoy this bonus short that continues the Season 3 storyline, "The Weak and Wounded" by Patrick W. Marsh. Check out the website for updates on episode release dates, and have a splendid December! Thanks for listening!…

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Episode 107 - Split Stone Saga - Version 2.0 from Jollyville Radio 12:52

2+ y ago12:52

12:52

In Episode 107 of Bob's Short Story Hour, I am happy to present the first original version of the "Split Stone Saga" story that was first presented in Episode 100 of BSSH by Jon Cook of the Fado Podcast. If you are unfamiliar with this project, please go back and listen to Episode 100 to learn more and how you can participate and have your version …

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Episode 106 - Waverly Hills Sanatorium on Lunatics Radio Hour 1:15:17

3y ago1:15:17

1:15:17

Episode 106 includes a replaying of Episode 90 of Lunatics Radio Hour in which Abby and Alan discuss the history of Waverly Hills Sanatorium as well as paranormal occurrences that have been experienced there. To top it all off, Robin Sand of the Hidden Oaks podcast and I tell our story of visiting Waverly Hills Sanatorium ourselves. Thanks for list…

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Hidden Oaks - Season 3, Episode 3 1:14:46

2+ y ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Season 3, Episode 3: Love's strength crosses another force. Power's residue feels hollow. Mother nature's records highlight the unnatural...Welcome to Hidden Oaks! Story Timing Index: - "The Call" - 00:45 - "Absence" - 28:41 - "Tracks" - 49:39 "The Call" was written by guest author Amanda Meuwissen Check out our website and merch store for updates …

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Hidden Oaks - Season 3, Episode 2 44:43

3y ago44:43

44:43

Season 3, Episode 2: A boundary rests on the cusp of breach. Freedom meets fear in the skies. Agents without agency seek answers...Welcome, to Hidden Oaks! Episode Timing Index: - "On the Red Plains" - 00:45 - "Lift" - 07:00 - "The Message" - 23:35 Check out our website and merch store for updates and to get your own cool Hidden Oaks stuff! Thanks …

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Episode 105 - Halloween Bonus: "Sea Curse" by Robert E. Howard 21:34

3y ago21:34

21:34

Episode 105 includes a Halloween Bonus story! "Sea Curse" by Robert E. Howard. Today's story is dedicated to Jon Cook of the Fado podcast. Check out Fado HERE Special thanks to Robin Sand for her fantastic portrayal of Moll Farrell. Episode art by John Sorenson - @Johnsorenson on Instagram Happy Halloween everyone, have a great night, and thanks fo…

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Hidden Oaks - Season 3, Episode 1 44:17

3y ago44:17

44:17

Season 3, Episode 1: A community picks up the pieces, and each other; nature's harmony disperses; two notes linger, playing curses; a boy receives a ghastly visit...Welcome to Hidden Oaks! Episode Timing Index: - "Support Group" - 00:47 - "Soil and Flow" - 14:23 - "David" - 20:31 Check out our website and merch store for updates and to get your own…

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Episode 104: Halloween Special Feature - "The Seven Geases" by Clark Ashton Smith 1:09:25

3y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

Episode 104 includes our Halloween Special Feature Presentation! This year, with permission given by CASiana Enterprises, the literary estate of Clark Ashton Smith, we bring you "The Seven Geases". I had a lot of help this year from Owen Swerkstrom and Robin Sand (Hidden Oaks Podcast), Jon Cook (Fado Podcast), Michael Crosa (Jollyville Radio Podcas…

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Bonus - Season 3 Teaser 10:28

3y ago10:28

10:28

Season 3 is just around the corner! Season Premiere is set for 10/31/2021! In the meantime, while you wait this final week, enjoy this sneak peek into what we have in store for you! Thanks for listening! Check out the website for our Merch Store which is open NOW with all kinds of cool gear and other periodic updates! www.hiddenoakspodcast.com Hidd…

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Episode 103 - "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe 19:13

3y ago19:13

19:13

Episode 103 includes an incredible reading of "The Masque of the Red Death". This episode is part of a collaboration with the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast for their History of E. A. Poe and Poe stories episodes. Go over to LRH to learn more about Poe and hear more stories! "The Masque of the red Death" begins at 00:53 Thanks for listening!…

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Episode 102 - "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe 19:34

3y ago19:34

19:34

Episode 102 includes an incredible reading of "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Robin Sand of the Hidden Oaks Podcast. This episode is part of a collaboration with the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast for their History of E. A. Poe and Poe stories episodes. Go over to LRH to learn more about Poe and hear more stories! "The Tell-Tale Heart" begins at 01:43 Thanks…

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Episode 101 - Chatting with Lunatics in New York City 1:12:45

3y ago1:12:45

1:12:45

Episode 101 includes my friend Collin Arnett and I visiting with Abby and Alan from the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast on a recent trip out east. We chat about all manner of things, including some real-life paranormal experiences! Featured ad for another That's Not Canon podcast "Terror Australis" - find them HERE Thanks for listening everyone! Enjoy!…

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Bonus - Season 2 Q&A Part 2 1:09:17

3y ago1:09:17

1:09:17

Patrick, Robert, and Owen sit down to do an author's question and answer session. All the questions the writer's have for each other are discussed and more! Check out the website for our Merch Store which is open NOW with all kinds of cool gear, as well as updates on the release of Season 3, coming fall 2021! www.hiddenoakspodcast.com Hidden Oaks i…

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Episode 100! - The "Split Stone Saga" Begins!!! 15:09

3y ago15:09

15:09

WELCOME TO OUR 100th EPISODE!!! Thanks for supporting us for 100 everyone! We have a special project starting on today's show. I'll keep this short and sweet, and I hope you enjoy! The project rules: - Listen to this version of "The Split Stone Saga" or any of the future versions that will come out on BSSH - Take NO NOTES - Record yourself telling …

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Episode 99 - Decameron Project Part 2 1:50:16

3y ago1:50:16

1:50:16

Episode 99 includes the second part of a ten-part series in which we embark on a journey through the 100 stories told within Giovanni Boccaccio's book "The Decameron". This series, just as the book, will be divided into the ten days of the frame story. Selected stories from each day will be read by various artists from multiple sources. Series dedi…

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Episode 98 - "Smothered Mate" by P.W. Bridgman 31:32

3y ago31:32

31:32

Episode 98 features the return of an old friend of the podcast. British Columbian author PW Bridgman relatively recently released a new book of short stories and flash fiction entitled "The Four-Faced Liar". It's a fantastic collection of stories, and even includes a re-publication of one of my favorite stories "But No, Nothing" which you can liste…

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Bonus: Season 2 Q&A Part 1 1:03:47

3y ago1:03:47

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Patrick, Robert, and Owen sit down to do an author's question and answer session. All the questions the writer's have for each other are discussed and more! Stick around for Part 2 coming later this summer! Check out the website for our Merch Store opening soon, as well as updates on the release of Season 3, coming fall 2021! www.hiddenoakspodcast.…

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Episode 97 - Decameron Project Part 1 41:36

3y ago41:36

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Episode 97 includes the first part of a ten-part series in which we embark on a journey through the 100 stories told within Giovanni Boccaccio's book "The Decameron". This series, just as the book, will be divided into the ten days of the frame story. Selected stories from each day will be read by various artists from multiple sources. Series dedic…

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Episode 96 - "Death of the Kraken" by David H. Keller 22:20

3y ago22:20

22:20

Episode 96 features a recitation of the story "Death of the Kraken" by David H. Keller that I recorded to be featured on an upcoming Lunatics Library episode. As a complement to this episode of BSSH, tune over to episode 77 of Lunatics Radio Hour to hear some history behind the Kraken and other sea monsters in folklore and maritime superstition. "D…

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Episode 95 - "The Gateway of the Monster" by William Hope Hodgson 1:05:16

3y ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Episode 95 leads off with a bunch of travel recommendations if you're in the Kentucky area from my recent trip, wrapping up with a real-life adventure that inspired me to read today's story. The show wraps up with a reading of "The Gateway of the Monster" a Thomas Carnacki, The Ghost-Finder story by William Hope Hodgson. Episode dedicated to Robin …

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Episode 94 - "Enid the Hook" by Jon Cook 10:45

3+ y ago10:45

10:45

Episode 94 is a short presentation that includes the story "Enid the Hook" written by Jon Cook of the Fadó podcast. For more information about Jon and his podcast, tune back to episode 92 where we have a chat, or check out his podcast - HERE Thanks for listening everyone! Enjoy!By Robert Daun

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Episode 93 - A Jolly Talk with Michael and Pilar (Pizza Rice Podcasting Collaborative Part 3: Finale) 1:54:25

3+ y ago1:54:25

1:54:25

In Episode 92 I sit down and have a talk with Michael Crosa and Pilar Keprta from the Jollyville Radio podcast. We talk about everything from the origins of Jollyville, to why anyone would be up at 11:30 at night on a podcast while in the middle of their vacation, post-garbs and guerilla gardening, to being a part of the Pizza Rice Podcasting Colla…

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Episode 92 - Storytelling with Jon from Fadó (Pizza Rice Podcasting Collaborative Part 2) 1:40:19

3+ y ago1:40:19

1:40:19

In Episode 92 I sit down and have a chat with Jon Cook from the Fadó podcast. We talk about everything from oral storytelling, literature, voice acting, to being a part of the Pizza Rice Podcasting Collaborative, our influences and much much more. Enjoy our ramblings, and thanks for listening! Check out the Fadó podcast - HERE This is the second of…

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Episode 91 - Chatting with Lunatics (Pizza Rice Podcasting Collaborative Part 1) 2:21:42

3+ y ago2:21:42

2:21:42

Episode 90 includes a chat with Abby Brenker and Alan Kudan from the Lunatics Film Project and Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast. We talk about all kinds of things from Star Trek, to Horror Fiction, to the "Bob-iverse" and much much more. Enjoy our ramblings, and thanks for listening! Visit the Lunatics Project - HERE Check out the BSSH website for links…

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Bonus - Hidden Oaks Short 7: "Ten O'Clock Takers" 44:56

3+ y ago44:56

44:56

Hey Listeners! We have another Bonus Short while you wait for the release of Season 3! "Ten O'Clock Takers" by Robert Daun is a story told in the same world as Hidden Oaks. Stay tuned for more as we approach the release of season 3! Thanks for listening everyone!By Patrick W. Marsh, Robert Daun, and Owen Swerkstrom

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Episode 90 - An Evening Chat with Daniele Bolelli 53:19

3+ y ago53:19

53:19

In Episode 90 I had the absolute pleasure and honor of being joined by Daniele Bolelli. We skim through all kinds of topics, everything from his books, to infusing empathy into historical lessons, to finding purpose in life, and searching for common ground with others on controversial topics. It was a wonderful experience and I hope we get a chance…

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Episode 89 - "Collaborating with Lunatics" Part 2 26:47

3+ y ago26:47

26:47

In Episode 89 I present the Lunatics Library episode from the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast. Abby and Alan blessed me with their invitation to read two stories on their show that corresponded to the previous week's pyromania/pyrokinesis episode. This episode features my reading of those two stories (and also some ridiculously nice compliments from th…

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Episode 88 - "Collaborating with Lunatics" Part 1 1:12:47

3+ y ago1:12:47

1:12:47

In Episode 88 I present the recent episode of the Lunatics Radio Hour on which I was featured as a guest. I joined Abby and Alan on their show and we discuss the history of pyromania and pyrokinesis in horror fiction. Check out Lunatics Radio Hour anywhere you listen to podcasts for fantastic deep dives into the history behind all kinds of horror, …

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Episode 87 - "Higher Power" by DJ Swykert 1:34:46

3+ y ago1:34:46

1:34:46

Episode 87 features a reading of the story "Higher Power" by DJ Swykert as well as a discussion about the principles of recovery where I'm joined again by John and Rose Benton. Some relevant texts mentioned in the show are included below, and if you are listening and have other helpful links or texts, please send them my way and I will add them to …

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Episode 86 - "The Brenker Files", Three Stories by Abby Brenker 43:57

3+ y ago43:57

43:57

Episode 86 features three stories written by New York author Abby Brenker who is also the host of the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast. Stories Timing Index: - "Something" - 02:50 - "The Man with an Axe" - 12:11 - "The Giant Eyeball" - 22:59 Thanks for listening everyone! Check out the Lunatics Radio Hour anywhere podcasts can be found. Check out www.bo…

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Bonus - Hidden Oaks Short 6: "The Basement Window" 11:44

3+ y ago11:44

11:44

Hey Listeners! We have another of multiple Bonus Short while you wait for the release of Season 3! "The Basement Window" by Patrick W. Marsh is a story told in the same world as Hidden Oaks. Stay tuned for more bonus episodes every few weeks until we release season 3! Thanks for listening everyone!By Patrick W. Marsh, Robert Daun, and Owen Swerkstrom

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Episode 85 - Part 9 of "The Arsene Lupin" series 50:14

3+ y ago50:14

50:14

Episode 85 continues with our multi-part series "The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin: Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc. Recommended by and dedicated to Troy Wands. This episode is part 9 of 9. "Chapter 9: Sherlock Holmes Arrives Too Late" starts at 02:37 Thanks for listening!By Robert Daun

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Episode 84 - Part 8 of "The Arsene Lupin" series 32:01

3+ y ago32:01

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Episode 84 continues with our multi-part series "The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin: Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc. Recommended by and dedicated to Troy Wands. This episode is part 8 of 9. "Chapter 8: The Black Pearl" starts at 01:53 Thanks for listening!By Robert Daun

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Episode 83 - Part 7 of "The Arsene Lupin" series 23:40

3+ y ago23:40

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Episode 83 continues with our multi-part series "The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin: Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc. Recommended by and dedicated to Troy Wands. This episode is part 7 of 9. "Chapter 7: Madame Imbert's Safe" starts at 00:34 Thanks for listening!By Robert Daun

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Episode 82 - Part 6 of "The Arsene Lupin" series. 1:02:54

3+ y ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Episode 82 continues with our multi-part series "The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin: Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc. Recommended by and dedicated to Troy Wands. This episode is part 6 of 9. "Chapter 6: The Seven of Hearts" starts at 00:32 Thanks for listening!By Robert Daun

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Bonus - Hidden Oaks Short 5: "One-Legged Jay's Unlucky Day" 16:04

3+ y ago16:04

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Hey Listeners! We have one of multiple Bonus Short while you wait for the release of Season 3! "One-Legged Jay's Unlucky Day" by Owen Swerkstrom is a story told in the same world as Hidden Oaks. Stay tuned for more bonus episodes every other week until we release season 3! Thanks for listening everyone!…

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Episode 81 - Part 5 of "The Arsene Lupin" series. 33:03

3+ y ago33:03

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Episode 81 continues with our multi-part series "The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin: Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc. Recommended by and dedicated to Troy Wands. This episode is part 5 of 9. "Chapter 5: The Queen's Necklace" starts at 00:59 Thanks for listening!By Robert Daun

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