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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 ...
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Classic literature is now more accessible, comprehensible, & enjoyable for everyone. Want to explore the classics but can't find time to read the much-loved titles? Are you a HS or college student struggling to keep up with your required reading? You've found the podcast! Please subscribe. https://anchor.fm/karla3507/subscribe CashApp: $KarlaReads Disclaimer: Per section 107 of the Copy Right Act, certain content may fall under Fair Use for purposes of criticism, commentary, news reporting, ...
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Join brother and sister T. S. Russell and Elizabeth Bernadette as we embark on a quest after the great works of literature! Like the mythic leviathan, these are stories so monstrous in scope and depth that to merely touch them is to be changed forever. Our topics range from short stories by Flannery O’Connor to plays by Shakespeare to romance novels by Jane Austen. Cover Art: Moby Dick by Culpeo-Fox. Used with permission. Theme Music: "Job Suite" by Michael Card. Used with permission.
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Where rhyme gets its reason!In a historical survey of English literature, I take a personal and philosophical approach to the major texts of the tradition in order to not only situate the poems, prose, and plays in their own contexts, but also to show their relevance to our own. This show is for the general listener: as a teacher of high school literature and philosophy, I am less than a scholar but more than a buff. I hope to edify and entertain!
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While most people know Shakespeare as a playwright, he saw himself as a poet in the quite traditional sense. Today, we'll look at his two major narrative poems: Venus and Adonis and The Rape of Lucrece. clip from "Mrs. Robinson" by Paul Simon; perf. by Simon and Garfunkel. 1968. Taken from We Got Good at It: A Wrecking Crew Anthology 1962-1971. The…
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The Tragedy of King Lear, while considered by many as Shakespeare's greatest play, is also his most devastating. In this episode, we consider what Lear has to say about the meaning of human suffering. There Are No Gays In Montana Coming out can be hard, especially in rural America. There Are No Gays In Montana is... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotif…
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Ep. 648: I'm Going to Have a Drink! Book talk begins @ 08:02 It's the end of the end! Thank you everyone for listening to The Three Musketeers with us. January Postcards The Last Homely House - The pencil pouch Heather's Bag with folded bindings Here's the origin of today's title: CraftLit Bulletin Board CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-…
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In this episode, we look at how our current concerns with identity politics intersects with those of Shakespeare's plays which portray sexist, racist, or anti-Semitic material. Fair warning: this episode will deal with language and tropes that some may find uncomfortable There Are No Gays In Montana Coming out can be hard, especially in rural Ameri…
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Ep. 647: Junebugging in January! Book talk begins @ 21:05 Milady kills the lady, and now it's time to get revenge...dy CraftLit Bulletin Board CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-30, 2024) Get on a plane and ! Visit the childhood home of Hans Christian Andersen to enchanting landscapes that have inspired world-famous authors, we promise thi…
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Ep. 646: What I Did! Book talk begins @ 25:59 From Milady's schemes to Rochefort's dreams... LeAnn asked if I REALLY meant that Manchurian Candidate was a great comedy. She was right to wonder - I was thinking satire (like DARK satire) and said comedy instead. I blame long-COVID brain. But thank you to LeAnn for catching that. Important note: we ar…
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Is Shakespeare's darkest tragedy a cautionary tale about ambition? a bit of Jacobean mythmaking? Or is it the portrait of a deeply committed marriage gone catastrophically wrong? With apologies for all the appalling accents . . . . Performance Clip: Macbeth with Orson Welles, Fay Bainter, and the Mercury Acting Co. Mercury Text Records. From the In…
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Ep. 645: Another New Year! Book talk begins @ 10:57 We've switched from Milady the Captive to Milady the Evil Genius. Sorry Felton! CraftLit Bulletin Board CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-30, 2024) Get on a plane and ! Visit the childhood home of Hans Christian Andersen to enchanting landscapes that have inspired world-famous authors, w…
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Ep. 644: Destashify! Book talk begins @ 2:06 It's been five days, time to get a bit serious for Milady! CraftLit Bulletin Board Color Your Classics Colorized Black and White CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-30, 2024) Get on a plane and ! Visit the childhood home of Hans Christian Andersen to enchanting landscapes that have inspired world…
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Shakespeare's Hamlet has not been out of production for over four centuries and its profound examination of the human condition continues to capture the hearts and minds of people the world over. Join me in Elsinore as we think about what some have called the greatest drama in history -- perhaps even the greatest literary achievement of all time! M…
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Twelfth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the twelfth day of CraftLit, grab your cocoa and settle in, as we unwrap the final chapters of E.T.A. Hoffmann's tale, 'Nutcracker and Mouse-King.' Get ready for a festive finale that's sure to dance its way into your holiday hearts. Wishing you all a joyous…
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Happy Christmas and a Merry New Year! Here's a little subcast episode on poet Nahum Tate's "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks," the first Christmas carol sanctioned by the Anglican Church around the turn of the 18th century. Recording: "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night" THE B.B.C. CHORUS; Berkeley Mason Writer: Nahum Tate (Tradition…
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Eleventh Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the eleventh day of CraftLit, join us as we continue onwards to chapters 7-9 from E.T.A. Hoffmann's 'Nutcracker and Mouse-King.' Brace yourselves for more enchantment and adventure in this festive tale! If you missed the other days, here's a quick directory…
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Tenth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the tenth day of CraftLit, join us for a festive treat as we take on the first six chapters of E.T.A. Hoffmann's 'Nutcracker and Mouse-King.' Immerse yourself in this holiday classic where toys spring to life, and a whimsical battle between mice and soldiers a…
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Ninth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the ninth day of CraftLit, we embark on another journey with three tales of Christmas magic. From the heartwarming 'Christmas on Wheels' narrated by David Wales, to Samuel McCord Crothers' 'Christmas and the Literature of Disillusion,' and finally, Ruth Sawyer…
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Ep. 643: Giving Mood! Book talk begins @ 5:07 Wellp...Milady's still in captivity. (translated by Alan D. Corré) CraftLit Bulletin Board Color Your Classics Colorized Black and White CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-30, 2024) Get on a plane and ! Visit the childhood home of Hans Christian Andersen to enchanting landscapes that have inspi…
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Eighth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the eighth day of CraftLit, we've got a delightful triple treat! First up, we've got the dramatized charm of "Christmas Every Day" by William Dean Howells,. Then, explore the profound connection between Christmas and the spirit of democracy in "Christmas and …
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Seventh Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the seventh day of CraftLit, join us for a CraftLit Exclusive: 'A Spin for the Ages' by Bob Greenberger. This not-so-typical holiday story features a young boy, a devilish opponent, and a dreidel game that might just spin his fate. If you missed the other da…
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Sixth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On the sixth day of CraftLit, we dive into a heart-warming tale by Elizabeth Gaskell - "Christmas Storms & Sunshine." Enjoy the story! CraftLit: North and South The Brontes: Wild Genius on the Moors: The Story of a Literary Family If you missed the other days, he…
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Fifth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On this fifth day of merriment, we're unwrapping a literary treasure that promises to captivate your imagination – "The Truce of God" by the talented Mary Roberts Rhinehart. World War I novel: The Amazing Interlude - If you missed the other days, here's a quick d…
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Fourth Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: Welcome back to the 12 Days of CraftLit! Today, we're diving into the enchanting tale of The Christmas Scene at Camelot of "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight". It's romance with a capital R and maybe a touch of holiday magic. If you missed the other days, here's a…
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Third Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: On this third day of CraftLit, we're diving into a festive double feature: Mrs. Charles J Woodbury's "The Potato Child" and O. Henry's "Gift of the Magi." Cozy up for an evening of holiday magic and heartwarming narratives that will leave you with a warm glow and…
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Second Day of CraftLit LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: Welcome back to the second day of the Twelve Days of CraftLit, and in this one, we are covering the second half of Jerome K. Jerome's "Told After Supper". So sit back, relax, and enjoy! If you missed the other days, here's a quick directory: DAY 1: You can grab …
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Ep. 642: Tie That Chi Into a Merry Little Bow! Book talk begins @ 5:23 How to survive captivity (with Milady): Master the art of dramatic faints, flirty banter, and surprise serenades! Radiolab's "" of the Twelve Days of CraftLit CraftLit Bulletin Board Color Your Classics Colorized Black and White CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-30, 20…
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First Day of CraftLit It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we've got something special lined up for you—twelve days of festive cheer, cozy tales, and holiday magic! Today marks the kickoff of our 12 Days of CraftLit, and we're diving first into the timeless charm of Jerome K. Jerome's classic short story, "Told After Supper." You can grab …
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Is political violence ever justified? Who decides? And what ethical systems can evaluate the justice of such acts? Today, we look at the ethics driving the characters of Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Julius Caesar. There Are No Gays In Montana Coming out can be hard, especially in rural America. There Are No Gays In Montana is... Listen on: Apple Po…
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Ep. 641: Thimbenundrum! Book talk begins @ 9:40 The Cardinal's eavesdropping foiled by the Musketeers with a taste of secrecy. And finally: ! Sashiko More CraftLit Bulletin Board Color Your Classics Colorized Black and White CraftLit in Denmark and Sweden Tour (May 20-30, 2024) Get on a plane and ! Visit the childhood home of Hans Christian Anderse…
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Ep. 640: Ether-KNOT! Book talk begins @ 18:29 All about ships! (Well, what you need to know anyway) Fauteuil - a wooden seat in the form of an armchair with open sides and upholstered arms Bias Tape —the one that looks like a car wash curtain. () More Bias Binding (makes sense until the angled edges part) Continuous Bias for any type of fabric The …
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