הפודקאסטים הטובים ביותר ב-Classic Books (2025)

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Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe (1852) 26:59

5h ago26:59

26:59

Dive into the world of American literature and await the embrace of sleep with Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe, a staple on our show, Sleep with Classic Books. This episode unfurls the narrative of a nation on the brink and the resilience of its people. As the night deepens, find comfort in Stowe's transformative storytelling that transc…

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Aesthetic Humility in Marianne Moore’s “The Jerboa” 44:14

22h ago44:14

44:14

Of all the great American Modernists, the poetry of Marianne Moore is perhaps the most idiosyncratic, even the most radical, of them all—no small feat in a group of friends and admirers that included Ezra Pound, T. S. Eliot, Wallace Stevens, William Carlos Williams, e. e. cummings, and HD. Moore’s preferred form was a syllabic stanza bespoke to eac…

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The Little Mermaid Dramatized Audiobook Fairy Tale 19:21

4d ago19:21

19:21

Enjoy this immersive full cast reading from The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. A captivating tale of a young mermaid princess who dreams of experiencing life on land and falls in love with a human prince. In her quest to becom…

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Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell (1851) 28:44

4d ago28:44

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This episode of Sleep with Classic Books invites you into the world of Elizabeth Gaskell's 1851 masterpiece Cranford, delicately spun under twinkling night skies. Traverse the cobblestone paths of a quaint Victorian village where whispers of past conversations stir in the whispering wind. Uncover the timeless truths about human nature and societal …

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The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne (1850) 22:55

5d ago22:55

22:55

Settle in for an extraordinary journey through The Scarlet Letter, a classic tale of contrast, conflict, and the human condition. This episode of Sleep with Classic Books will guide you through Nathaniel Hawthorne's 1850 masterpiece, a reflection of life's stark realities and complex moral dilemmas. Feel the sting of societal judgment and the warmt…

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Shirley by Charlotte Bronte (1849) 27:25

7d ago27:25

27:25

Immerse yourself in Shirley by Charlotte Bronte (1849). Drift to sleep as you wander down the vivid landscapes of 1849 England, painted by Bronte's powerful prose. We unravel the tale of Shirley Keeldar, a fierce heroine challenging societal norms amid the industrial fervor. Surrender to the sweep of the narrative and the rhythmic lullaby of the la…

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Word and Image in “Sunset Boulevard” (1950) – Part 2 35:41

7d ago35:41

35:41

What can the contrast between silent and talking pictures teach us about the nature of film itself? And how might it reflect the age-old rivalries between word and image, movement and stasis, the living and the dead? Wes & Erin continue their discussion of Billy Wilder’s 1950 masterpiece, “Sunset Boulevard.” Upcoming Episodes: Marianne Moore’s “Jer…

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Jane Austen's Emma Audiobook Full Cast Dramatized with Multiple Voices 29:09

11d ago29:09

29:09

We hope you enjoy this full cast reading from Jane Austen's Emma! This is one of the author's most famous works, after Pride and Prejudice. This version has different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. Emma by Jane Austen centers on Emma Woodhouse, a young, intelligent, and wealthy woman with a pench…

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Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray (1848) 26:24

12d ago26:24

26:24

Embark on a soothing nocturnal adventure our latest episode, Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray (1848). Navigate the bustling, aristocratic halls of 19th century England, and meet the cunningly witty Becky Sharp. Wrapped in the comforting cloak of Thackeray's biting satire, unwind with a tale that is as human as it is timeless. Set against …

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Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte (1847) 27:48

13d ago27:48

27:48

Immerse yourself in the haunting symphony of Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, as it sweeps you into the turbulent vortex of timeless love tangled in 19th-century stratifications. We journey through the shadowy moors of the English countryside and beneath the ominous atmosphere of a hilltop manor, veiled in magic and whispers of lost affections re…

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Word and Image in “Sunset Boulevard” (1950) 41:17

15d ago41:17

41:17

When the film starts, its two leads are already dead, more or less. Silent Screen legend Norma Desmond’s career is dead, and because she’s nothing more than her career, the best she can do is linger in the tomb of her former glory, hoping for a resurrection. And failed screenwriter Joe Gillis quite literally enters the film as a corpse, so, as the …

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Puss in Boots Dramatized Audiobook Fairy Tale with Multiple Voices 11:17

18d ago11:17

11:17

Enjoy this immersive full cast version of "Puss in Boots" by Charles Perrault! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. This story was the inspiration for the Puss in Boots films and the character from Shrek. In Puss in Boots, clever cat attempts to transform the fortunes of his…

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Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte (1847) 29:49

19d ago29:49

29:49

Embark on a nocturnal journey into the heart of a literary classic, Jane Eyre, with our episode of 'Sleep with Classic Books'. Within these historic pages awaits the echo of rebellion—a tale of ground-breaking self-autonomy rich in mystery and passion. Immerse yourself in a hauntingly beautiful Gothic realm as we navigate the moral and emotional la…

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The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas (1844) 28:18

20d ago28:18

28:18

Get ready to drift off blissfully with our episode dedicated to Alexandre Dumas' captivating 17th-century masterpiece, The Three Musketeers. Venture upon this sleepcast as we weave the vivacious recital of daring escapades into your dreamscape. Immerse in the bustling courts, secret corridors, and intense duels that embody the vibrant history of Fr…

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The Sublime Mundane in Conrad Aiken’s “Morning Song of Senlin” (Part 2) 47:39

21d ago47:39

47:39

Wes & Erin continue their discussion of Aiken’s “Morning Song of Senlin,” and whether humanity’s religious impulses can be fully compensated with an aesthetic or ironic relation to nature and cosmic scale. Thanks to our sponsor GiveWell, an organization that would provide rigorous, transparent research about the best opportunities for charitable gi…

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Persuasion Dramatized Audiobook with Different Voices 27:41

25d ago27:41

27:41

We hope you enjoy this full cast reading from Persuasion! This is by Jane Austen, most well-known for Pride and Prejudice. This version has different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. Set in 19th-century England, Persuasion focuses on Anne Elliot, a thoughtful and introspective woman considered past…

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The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas (1844) 28:48

27d ago28:48

28:48

Immerse yourself in The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. Experience an epic literary voyage painted with human emotions across the canvas of justice and revenge. Drift into sleep as we traverse the intricate plot of Edmond Dantès, a young sailor unjustly imprisoned, transformed into the enigmatic Count. Explore both the physical and emotio…

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The Sublime Mundane in Conrad Aiken’s “Morning Song of Senlin” 47:51

29d ago47:51

47:51

Where the repetitions of ordinary life threaten to overwhelm any sense of the sublime, the poet Conrad Aiken seems to suggest that they can be transformed into a way of being connected to it. The mundane order is, after all, just a part of the cosmic. When we get ready to go to work, it is on a “swiftly tilting planet” that “bathes in a flame of sp…

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TEASER: Bleak House by Charles Dickens (1852) 5:01

1M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is the last in a miniseries of six dedicated to Charles Dickens. We'll explore Charles Dickens’…

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The Snow Queen Audiobook Dramatized 31:43

1M ago31:43

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Enjoy this immersive full cast version of The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. This story was the inspiration for Frozen. A young girl named Gerda must go on a quest to rescue her friend Kai from the clutches of the Snow Queen. Afte…

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Compilation Episode: Narrated by Mark Williams 1:34:48

1M ago1:34:48

1:34:48

Season 2 is coming soon! This time we have a compilation of episodes read by our wonderful narrator, Mark Williams. The Leatherstocking Tales by James Fenimore Cooper (1841) A Hero of Our Time by Mikhail Lermontov (1840) The Charterhouse of Parma by Stendhal (1839) Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our fu…

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The Aesthetics of Death in “Beetlejuice” (1988) (Part 2) 46:29

1M ago46:29

46:29

Wes and Erin continue their discussion of “Beetlejuice,” and what its battle royale between conflicting aesthetic sensibilities—rustic, gothic, and avant-garde—has to say about the connections between love, mortality, and the many pitfalls of growing up. Thanks to our sponsor GiveWell, an organization that would provide rigorous, transparent resear…

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TEASER: Persuasion by Jane Austen (1817) 5:01

1M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- In this episode we navigate the deceptively calm waters of "Persuasion," by Jane Austen. Learn about endeari…

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The Little Match Girl Dramatized Audiobook Fairy Tale 7:02

1M ago7:02

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Enjoy this immersive full cast version of The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. On a freezing New Year's Eve, a poor little girl, unable to sell her matches, seeks warmth and solace on the streets. Lighting matches to escape t…

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Compilation Episode: Narrated by Sera Chance 1:12:35

1M ago1:12:35

1:12:35

Season 2 is coming soon! This time we have a compilation of episodes read by our wonderful narrator, Sera Chance. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (1818) The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo (1831) Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813) Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive an…

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The Aesthetics of Death in “Beetlejuice” (1988) 43:29

1M ago43:29

43:29

Adam and Barbara Maitland are dead, but their troubles have just begun. The farmhouse decor of their home is under threat from the pretentious modernism of Delia Deetze, and her plan to remake it in her own image could turn their post-life purgatory into earthbound hell. Solving this problem leaves them with an impossible choice between figuring ou…

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TEASER: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens (1843) 5:01

2M ago5:01

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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is part five of six, from our Charles Dickens mini-series. "A Christmas Carol" is a whimsical e…

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Pride and Prejudice Dramatized Audiobook Full Cast 19:05

2M ago19:05

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We hope you enjoy this full cast reading from Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice ! This is Jane Austen's most famous work. This version has different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. Pride and Prejudice revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the wealthy, aloof Mr. Darcy. In a society high…

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Guest Episode: Sleep with Ambient Sound 1:01:52

2M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Ambient Sound. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Rainforest Reverie: Whispering Leaves and Distant Birds | In this ambient parad…

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Twas the Night Before Christmas Full Audioboook with Different Voices 3:59

2M ago3:59

3:59

Enjoy Twas the Night Before Christmas, the famous holiday classic, in an immersive reading with sound effects! This audiobook version has different voices for the narrator and Santa, which is sometimes called a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. Celebrate the holiday season with ’Twas the Night Before Christmas! This timeless poem by Cl…

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A Strange Fashion of Forsaking in the Poetry of Thomas Wyatt (Part 2) 42:57

2M ago42:57

42:57

Wes & Erin discuss Thomas Wyatt’s “Whoso List to Hunt” and “They Flee from Me.” Thanks to our sponsor, the incredible online language school Lingoda. Save up to 50 percent on your language course by going to https://try.lingoda.com/Subtext50 and using code SUBTEXT50 at checkout. When you sing up for the seven day trial, you can attend three small g…

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TEASER: The Red and the Black by Stendhal (1830) 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- Ideal for lovers of literature and history alike, this episode promises an endearing blend of narrative wond…

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A Christmas Carol Dramatized Audiobook Full Cast 41:08

2M ago41:08

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Enjoy A Christmas Carol, the famous holiday classic, in an immersive full cast recording! This version has different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. A Christmas Carol unravels the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come (Future). T…

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Guest Episode: Sleep with Science 18:09

2M ago18:09

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Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Science. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Cryptanalysis: Breaking Ciphers and Cryptographic Attacks | From the enigmatic codes …

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A Strange Fashion of Forsaking in the Poetry of Thomas Wyatt (Part 1) 52:17

2M ago52:17

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As an advisor to Henry VIII and ambassador to France and Italy, poet Thomas Wyatt was something of a professional court-surfer, practiced in riding the peaks and troughs of royal favor. Such were his verbal and diplomatic gifts that, though twice accused of and imprisoned for treason, he was twice released. His poetry reflects all the intrigue, par…

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TEASER: The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens (1841) 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is part four of six, from our Charles Dickens mini-series. Sink into your comfort zone and let …

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The Princess and the Pea Full Cast Audiobook Fairy Tale 3:01

2M ago3:01

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Enjoy this full cast reading of The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. A prince searches the world for a genuine princess but finds none to his satisfaction. One stormy night, a drenched woman claiming to be a princess seeks…

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Guest Episode: Sleep with Psychology 20:01

2M ago20:01

20:01

Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Psychology. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Psychological Factors Behind Consumer Behaviors: A Historical Overview | In this e…

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TEASER: The Betrothed by Alessandro Manzoni (1827) 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- Visit a world where love transcends boundaries, rebellion simmers amidst the upheaval, and resilience defies…

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The Frog Prince Full Cast Fairy Tale Audiobook 7:43

2M ago7:43

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Dive in to this immersive full cast version of The Frog Prince by The Brothers Grimm! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. This story was the inspiration for the Disney film The Princess and the Frog, with Princess Tiana. In "The Frog Prince" by the Brothers Grimm, a young p…

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Guest Episode: Sleep with Philosophy 22:04

2M ago22:04

22:04

Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Philosophy. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Thales of Miletus (b.624 BC) | Witness the captivating story of Thales of Miletus,…

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TEASER: Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens (1837) 5:01

2M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is part three of six, from our Charles Dickens mini-series. Come with us and transform your bed…

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The Ugly Duckling Audiobook Dramatization Fairy Tale 23:24

2M ago23:24

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Dive in to this immersive full cast version of The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen! This version uses different voices, which may also be known as a dramatized (dramatised) or radio play version. This touching tale by Hans Christian Andersen follows a young duckling who feels out of place in his own world. Ridiculed and rejected, he embark…

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Guest Episode: Sleep with Mythology 16:54

3M ago16:54

16:54

Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Mythology. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Osiris, Isis, and Horus (Egyptian mythology) | Embark on an unforgettable journey t…

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Formal Meets Feral in “A New Leaf” (Elaine May, 1971) – Part 2 44:34

3M ago44:34

44:34

Henry Graham belongs to the most exclusive clubs, dines regularly at the most lavish restaurants, drives a Ferrari, employs a butler, and owns something called a Montrazini—in short, he capitalizes fully on his inheritance, despite having little understanding of what “capital” actually is. The very ignorance of practicality that his wealth affords …

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TEASER: Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott (1819) 5:01

3M ago5:01

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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- In the age of glistening lances and noble knights, take a brazen ride through the deep-sunk valleys and towe…

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The Red Shoes Full Story Dramatized 14:22

3M ago14:22

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We hope you enjoy this free full cast version of The Red Shoes by Hans Christian Andersen! This fairy tale is the original story which inspired the famous film and ballet. This story centers around a young girl's fascination with a pair of red shoes. Her desire for beauty and admiration leads her down a path of vanity and neglect. This story gracef…

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Guest Episode: Sleep with History 24:50

3M ago24:50

24:50

Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with History. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Founding of the Khmer Empire in Southeast Asia (802 CE) | In this episode of "Sleep w…

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Formal Meets Feral in “A New Leaf” (Elaine May, 1971) – Part 1 45:29

3M ago45:29

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Henry Graham belongs to the most exclusive clubs, dines regularly at the most lavish restaurants, drives a Ferrari, employs a butler, and owns something called a Montrazini—in short, he capitalizes fully on his inheritance, despite having little understanding of what “capital” actually is. The very ignorance of practicality that his wealth affords …

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TEASER: Barnaby Rudge by Charles Dickens (1841) 5:01

3M ago5:01

5:01

Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is part two of six, from our Charles Dickens mini-series. In this episode we bring you Charles …

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