Is there anything better than being told a good story? Well, yes. Being told one of the truly great stories probably beats it. In this podcast, Trev Downey reads the very best in the genre and discusses them with his guests.
The Great Stories podcast is an absolute gem that captivates listeners with its spellbinding storytelling and insightful discussions. Each week, Trev enchants us with his velvety voice as he narrates great short stories of literature, making it a delightful experience to listen to with our kids in the car. His splendid reading skills truly bring the stories to life, and we can't help but be completely immersed in them. The discussions that follow each story, led by Neil, add another layer of depth to the podcast, allowing us to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the literature.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Trev's exceptional delivery and narration. Whether it's a classic or a lesser-known story, he perfectly captures the essence of each tale and keeps us engaged from start to finish. His voice is like magic, drawing us into these literary worlds and making us feel every emotion. The conversations between Trev and Neil after each story are also incredibly enjoyable. They discuss the themes, characters, and writing styles in a genuine and intelligent manner without ever coming across as snobbish.
The worst aspect of this podcast could be that it sometimes focuses too much on American writers or specific genres such as sci-fi. While they have been on an American writers kick lately, it would be wonderful to see more variety in terms of authors and genres explored. Perhaps including more international authors or delving into different periods of literature would broaden the scope even further.
In conclusion, The Great Stories podcast is an absolute delight for book lovers and those new to short stories alike. Trev's dulcet tones combined with his impeccable storytelling skills make this podcast perfect for relaxing evenings or even as a sleep aid if desired. The discussions between Trev and Neil provide valuable insights and make us feel like part of their conversation. This podcast has sparked our interest in discovering new writers and has become one of our favorites due to its engaging format and captivating content. We hope to see this podcast continue for a long time, exploring both classic and lesser-known stories, and perhaps even venturing into different literary territories.
Trev Downey reads and discusses The Landlady by Roald Dahl
Trev Downey reads and discusses The Demon Lover by Elizabeth Bowen
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Game by Donald Barthelme.
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Color Out Of Space by H P Lovecraft
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Reunion by John Cheever.
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Man Of The World by Frank O'Connor
Trev Downey reads and then discusses A Worn Path by Eudora Welty
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Summer People by Shirley Jackson.
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Korea by John McGahern
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Who's-Dead McCarthy by Kevin Barry
Trev Downey reads and then discusses A Painful Case by James Joyce
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Casting The Runes by M R James
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Last Question by Isaac Asimov
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Dream Of A Ridiculous Man by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Creature by Edna O'Brien
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Pretty Mouth And Green My Eyes by J D Salinger
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Shooting An Elephant by George Orwell
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Tower of Babylon by Ted Chiang
Trev Downey reads and then briefly discusses Oh, Whistle, And I'll Come To You, My Lad by MR James
Trev Downey reads Sea Oak by George Saunders
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Harrison Bergeron by Kurt Vonnegut
Trev Downey reads and then discusses A Cruelty by Kevin Barry
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Dagon by H P Lovecraft
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Baster by Jeffrey Eugenides
Trev Downey reads and then discusses A Hunger Artist by Franz Kafka
Trev Downey reads and then discusses To Build A Fire by Jack London
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe
Trev Downey reads and then discusses All You Can Do Is Breathe by Kaaron Warren
Trev Downey reads and then very briefly reacts to The Million Pound Bank-Note by Mark TwainÂ
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Button, Button by Richard Matheson
Trev Downey reads and then briefly discusses My Father's Life by Raymond Carver
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Signalman by Charles Dickens
Trev Downey reads The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas by Ursula K Le Guin and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads Autopsy Room Four by Stephen King
Trev Downey reads Where Are You Going, Where Have you Been? by Joyce Carol Oates and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Cathedral by Raymond Carver.
Trev Downey reads and then discusses The Monkey's Paw by W W Jacobs
Trev Downey reads and then briefly discusses The Man In A Case by Anton Chekhov
Trev Downey reads Fjord of Killary by Kevin Barry and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads The Dune by Stephen King
Trev Downey reads Speech Sounds by Octavia Butler and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Trev Downey reads The Dead by James Joyce in this special feature-length, story-only episode.
Trev Downey reads The Five Forty Eight by John Cheever and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads Young Goodman Brown by Nathaniel Hawthorne and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads The Man In The Black Suit by Stephen King and then discusses it with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads and then discusses Work by Denis Johnson with Neil Poole.
Trev Downey reads Sonny's Blues by James Baldwin