Podcasts about dickens

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens Book 1 chapter 1 "The Period" narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on KO-FI and support me as an independent creator :D⁠https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreads⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinPodcast Link: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/13b1qP3WhCWxam9yc49vIF?si=4e279ef4f5f143a0⁠Summary:“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had everything before us, we had nothing before us, we were all going direct to Heaven, we were all going direct the other way—in short, the period was so far like the present period, that some of its noisiest authorities insisted on its being received, for good or for evil, in the superlative degree of comparison only.” One of the most iconic opening lines in literature sets the scene of one of the most read novels in the world. Charles Dickens tells his readers about what is happening in both England and France, where this novel is set. France is less spiritual than England and has been making and spending a lot of money. There are rumblings of revolution on the horizon. England is out of order. There are robberies and burglaries taking place all over the country, even in the capital. The Lord Mayor of London was even robbed, and the Jails (gaols) are riotous. The Hangman is very busy punishing all ne'er-do-wells. SEO stuff I don't want to do. Charles Dickens' novel A Tale of Two Cities is one of the most sold books on the planet with over 200 million copies having been sold world wide. It is the most famous of Dickens' works and set in the bloody and violent French revolution. It blends the great history of the French revolution with the tale of a family. Raising enduring themes of imprisonment, injustice, social anarchy, resurrection, and the renunciation that fosters renewal, there is a reason that this novel has stood the test of time and has been enjoyed by readers all across the globe in many different languages.

"Mugby Junction" by Charles Dickens is a captivating exploration of human experiences and connections set against the backdrop of a bustling railway station. Through a series of interconnected tales, Dickens delves into themes of chance encounters, the complexity of human relationships, and the impact of travel on personal journeys. This enduring work resonates today as it reflects the timeless nature of human interaction and the unexpected moments that shape our lives. Dickens' masterful storytelling invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the significance of the paths we choose, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of life and fate.

A sumptuous period piece directed by David Lean and featuring noted star of stage and screen Alec Guinness?  That must mean... Dickens?  This is, apparently, one of the most beloved British films ever made.  Well, let us be the judge! *Come support the podcast and get yourself or someone you love a random gift at our merch store.  T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, stickers, and more! If you'd like to watch ahead for next week's film, we will be discussing and reviewing Pedro Almodóvar's Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down! (1990).

This week on the KPL podcast we have author Ally Zetterburg. Her new novel is a unique blend of comedy mixed with a thriller.   Her new novel, The Dating Game is a fun and unexpected blend of comedy and thriller, with plenty of humor, suspense, and surprises. Author ReadsI Think We Should Kill Other People by LM ChiltonMrs. Dickens by Emily Howes

In this episode, we're joined by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Argentine author Hernan Diaz to discuss his new novel, Ply, which is set in a distant future, where humankind is on the verge of an evolutionary transformation.At the centre of the story is an orphan known only as a ‘Pincher', who steals electricity from the grid and sells it on the black market, helping to power underground gigs for artists across the city.The book marks a striking departure for Diaz, whose previous novel, Trust, won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. In our conversation, he explains why he refuses to compromise as a writer, his inexorable pull towards 19th-century British fiction, and the circumstances that led him to write at least part of the book at the desk of the legendary Swedish director Ingmar Bergman.Hosted by Ryan Edgington. Produced by Lily Woods and Matt Hennessey. 

Some books promise you one thing and hand you another. That breaks the trust of the reader.  I've read three of them recently + I'm still furious.  Ron Tester is back + he's brought a multi-million bestseller filled with a promise it can't really keep. I've brought two that made me squeak with rage, including one that does something unforgivable to the most beloved character in all of Dickens.  If you're a book purist, become irked by inconsistencies or enjoy hearing me having a proper rant, this one's for you.  If you're writing a book, this whole show is what to avoid lest your readers loathe you (quite the warning). Look for more in the Book Huddle strand. Books discussed in this episode: Motherland - Julia Yoffe The 4-Hour Workweek - Tim Ferriss Great Expectations - Charles Dickens Havisham - L. Macrae Sense and Sensibility + Zombies - Seth Grahame-Smith Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter - Seth Grahame-Smith Ron's Website: rontestercoaching.com ==== If you'd like my help with your Business go to www.lizscully.com/endlessClients ==== And don't forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn't your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you've actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

(Host: Lucy) A bestselling novel you've probably never heard of created pop culture waves and sparked a mid-Victorian tourist industry. Westward Ho! is full of daring adventures, exciting sea battles, lush landscapes, and romance, but – unlike the novels of Stevenson and Dickens – is mostly forgotten today. Its author, Charles Kingsley, was an Anglican clergyman, amateur historian, and zealous social reformer. Westward Ho! illustrates his passionate engagement with the issues of his time, from evolution and empire to religious practice. This episode explores these Victorian debates as well as the novel's mythos of Elizabeth seafarers and the Devon coastline.    For further reading suggestions and more, please visit: https://www.footnotinghistory.com

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Somebody once wrote a fairy tale where the quest that wins the princess was to find a single newspaper that didn't contain an article by G.K. Chesterton. Dr. Susan Hanssen wrote her doctoral dissertation on him and now teaches history at the University of Dallas, and she argues he's the hinge of what Adam Schwartz called the third spring of English Catholicism. She ends the episode reading Lepanto aloud. In This Episode: Why G.K. Chesterton reached readers the Catholic converts before him never could. John Henry Newman was an Oxford man writing for an educated elite, and Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote poetry too esoteric for the common reader. Chesterton never went to university at all. The claim behind G.K. Chesterton's range: that he could start from any subject whatsoever, Victorian china shepherdesses included, and bring you back to a Christian understanding of the human person. Why nearly every movie preview is about the end of the world now, and how G.K. Chesterton was already correcting both Hegel's coming utopia and Oswald Spengler's inevitable decline. The essay in Heretics with the dull title that Dr. Hanssen calls the absolute cure for family troubles.  What "the English-speaking world" actually meant in 1910, and why an illustrated London paper could put G.K. Chesterton in front of Gandhi in Calcutta and an oil widow in Texas. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Hanssen's talk at this summer's Chesterton conference What I Saw in America by G.K. Chesterton Lepanto by G.K. Chesterton Heretics by G.K. Chesterton Literary Converts by Joseph Pearce Chapters: 00:00: Introduction 00:30: Meeting Susan Hanssen, and a dissertation on Chesterton 02:53: The English-speaking world goes silent after the Reformation 07:35: Newman's second spring, and the third spring that followed 11:09: Belloc, the Latin south, and Chesterton as the Dickens of his age 14:30: High characters, middle characters, and the low characters Dickens let in 15:41: When the Mediterranean was the whole world, and then it wasn't 21:02: The illustrated papers, and writing for absolutely everyone 23:02: Three volumes that only list what he published 24:38: The fairy tale quest to find a paper without Chesterton in it 33:39: Chesterton the painter, and why his essays read like wet canvas 46:01: Lepanto, read aloud FOLLOW US Instagram Facebook X SUPPORT Donate Shop Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios

Dominic is joined by the inimitable Dr. Joanna Hofer-Robinson and Dr. Pete Orford, for a lively discussion on their new publication The Plays of Charles Dickens .This is the first ever critical edition of Dickens' plays which include the early farces of The Strange Gentleman, The Village Coquettes, Is She His Wife, Or Something Singular, The Lamplighter … and his later collaborations of Mr Nightingale's Diary, The Frozen Deep and No Thoroughfare ...Original cover headshot of Dominic Gerrard © Jane Lloyd Original cover headshot of Joanna Hofer-Robinson c/o University of Warwick © Original cover headshot of Pete Orford c/o University of Buckingham © Background watercolour of Interior of St. James Theatre, London (c. 1835) by John Gregory Crace & sourced by Wikimedia CommonsPiano music of John Hullah & Joseph W. Turner played by Dominic GerrardAdditional Sound Effects have been provided under license through Epidemic Sound Support the showIf you'd like to make a donation to support the costs of producing this series you can buy 'coffees' right here  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dominicgerrardThank you so much!Host: Dominic GerrardSeries Artwork: Léna GibertOriginal Music: Dominic GerrardThank you for listening!

In this episode of Book Talk with Cara, host Cara Putman welcomes back Christy Award–winning author Michelle Griep! A self-proclaimed "Dickens aficionado," Michelle drops in to talk about her Christmas novella, Belle's Christmas Carol. Michelle shares the creative spark behind exploring Belle—the iconic woman who dumps Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol—and answering what happened to her ten years later. She dives into the research hurdles of writing a 19th-century court trial involving a handsome barrister, the challenge of staying creative after writing dozens of books, and her family's hilarious Christmas morning traditions (and the great "Breakfast Pizza Mutiny").Stay tuned for our signature Lightning Round, where Michelle reveals her favorite book vibes, her pre-order bonuses, and where readers can get her exclusive Dickensian party kit!Want to watch this interview? You can see this episode as well as multiple others on YouTube! Enjoy!If you enjoyed this conversation, I would be thrilled if you left a rating and review on your favorite podcast app and leave me a note below letting me know who you would love to see on the show!

¿Merece la pena A Tale of Two Cities, la nueva adaptación de Historia de dos ciudades protagonizada por Kit Harington, Mirren Mack y François Civil? En este Razones Para Ver Express analizamos sin spoilers la nueva versión del clásico de Charles Dickens, una miniserie de cuatro episodios que apuesta por modernizar algunos de los elementos más importantes de la novela. Hablamos de la interpretación de Kit Harington como Sydney Carton, de la nueva versión de Lucie Manette, del polémico cambio que convierte el corazón romántico de la historia en un auténtico triángulo amoroso y de una producción histórica que destaca especialmente por su reparto, ambientación y puesta en escena. También analizamos qué funciona menos: algunas relaciones demasiado aceleradas, una visión bastante simplificada de la Revolución Francesa y los riesgos que supone modificar un clásico tan conocido. ¿Funcionan los cambios respecto a la novela de Dickens? ¿Es Kit Harington la gran razón para verla? ¿Y consigue esta nueva A Tale of Two Cities justificar otra adaptación de Historia de dos ciudades? Todo ello, como siempre, sin spoilers. #ATaleOfTwoCities #KitHarington #HistoriaDeDosCiudades #CharlesDickens #Series #CriticaSeries #RazonesParaVer #FueraDeSeries Únete a nuestro canal y apoya a FUERA DE SERIES: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFNyyACx7XbgZ4-S4jzNnGQ/join Únete a nuestro chat de telegram en el que miles de personas hablamos cada día de series: - Telegram – Grupo de debate: https://telegram.me/fueradeseries - Telegram – Canal de noticias: https://t.me/noticiasfds Síguenos en nuestras plataformas y podcast sobre series: - Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/fuera-de-series/id288039262 - Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3RTDss6AAGjSNozVOhDNzX?si=700febbf305144b7&nd=1 - iVoox - https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-fuera-series_sq_f12063_1.html Redes Sociales - Twitter: https://twitter.com/fueradeseries - Facebook: https://facebook.com/fueradeseries - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fueradeseries/ - Youtube: https://youtube.com/fueradeseries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, and apparently it was also time for another adaptation of A Tale of Two Cities.MGM+ and BBC One's new four-part miniseries stars Kit Harington, Mirren Mack, and François Civil in a heavily reworked version of Charles Dickens' 1859 novel. The premiere, “Recalled to Life,” throws Lucie Manette, Charles Darnay, and Sydney Carton together almost immediately as news of Lucie's supposedly dead father, a treason trial, and the beginnings of a love triangle collide.On the podcast, we break down the first episode, compare Daniel West's version with Dickens' original story, and discuss some of its biggest changes, including Lucie's age-up, her dead proxy-father, and grave robbing. We also get into  the trial, the historical setting, other period-drama comparisons, and whether this show has impressed the critics.Tune in to hear our thoughts and rating. Welcome to Today's Episode!

Begin the march toward Halloween with six classic old time radio horror, mystery, suspense, and science fiction dramas from CBS Radio Mystery Theater, Suspense, Escape, The Whistler, Quiet Please, and The Weird Circle. Deadly Lessons brings together Fred Gwynne, Marian Haley, William Conrad, John Dehner, Joseph Kearns, Margo, Elsa Lanchester, Wyllis Cooper, and Charles Dickens in stories of gambling debts, Black Hills gold, seances, revenge, experimental flight, time travel, and buried testimony.As September darkens and Halloween draws closer, open the book, take your seat, and listen carefully. The signal has already written your name in the margin.☠ CBS Radio Mystery Theater - The Last Lesson - Fred Gwynne and Marian Haley star in Sam Dann's darkly comic mystery about a compulsive gambler, dangerous debts, a marriage for money, and a wealthy daredevil wife who refuses to make his escape easy. First broadcast October 13, 1975.⚓ Escape - The Notebook - John Dehner, Joseph Kearns, and William Conrad enter 1870s Dakota Territory, where two miners carrying news of a Black Hills gold strike are hunted by a stranger willing to kill for their claim. First broadcast July 26, 1953.⚡ Suspense - Finishing School - Margo and Elsa Lanchester lead a Gothic school mystery about a newly hired teacher, a student's death by fright, and secret seances that may be calling the dead back to life. Network broadcast December 30, 1943.☾ The Whistler - The Black Book - A ballet star's triumphant opening night becomes a carefully staged nightmare when the rival he once crippled returns with a meticulous plan for revenge. Broadcast April 28, 1947.✦ Quiet Please - One for the Book - Wyllis Cooper's strange science fiction time-travel tale sends Air Force pilot Max Westlake through a Mach 12 experimental flight from 1957 back to 1937, where he comes face to face with an earlier version of himself. Broadcast November 21, 1948.◆ The Weird Circle - Dr. Manette's Manuscript - Charles Dickens's A Tale of Two Cities becomes classic radio Gothic horror as Dr. Manette's prison manuscript exposes cruelty, captivity, and the vengeance waiting to be collected. Broadcast November 28, 1943.This three-hour classic radio drama collection is made for late-night listeners who love vintage mystery, old time radio horror, supernatural fiction, Gothic suspense, science fiction thrillers, and eerie Halloween-season listening.The transmission closes the book, but the last page is still turning by itself.

Sharon shares candidly about growing up in a scheme (Scottish term for council estate), making bad choices in her teens, working with the homeless and vulnerable, discipling very broken people, living with chronic fatigue, forgiving marital infidelity, and more. She has packed a huge amount into her life so far, and her passion remains to equip and disciple women, which only happens through costly, long-term, incarnational and intentional journeying with them. Her life is both a testimony and a challenge to be all in for Jesus.▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VSb9WirMuw4I recommend her two books: Unconventional: Practical Guide to Women's Ministry in the Local Church and Unexceptional: Ordinary women doing extraordinary things through GodCheck out www.20schemes.com for what she is involved in and to be in touch with her. Sharon's boss, Mez McConnell, was on the podcast a few months back and can be listened to here Part 1 and Part 2.---

Most people picture Amelia Island as a summer beach destination, but as locals, we consider fall our favorite season on the island. The heat and humidity ease up, the crowds thin out during the week, and a string of festivals leads all the way to our favorite tradition, Dickens on Centre. In this episode, we're breaking down what fall on Amelia Island actually looks like, month by month. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure. In This Episode Why fall weather works in your favor without ever feeling "cold" What changes on the island once the summer crowds go home September: the quiet transition month (and the last of sea turtle nest excavations) October: craft beer, arts markets, and Taste of Amelia November: cooler temps, Thanksgiving travel, and the Pétanque Amelia Island Open December: Dickens on Centre and why it's one of our favorite events of the year Who fall on Amelia Island is really for (hint: pretty much everyone) Fall Events & Links Mentioned in this Episode Sea turtle nest excavation schedule: ameliaislandseaturtlewatch.com Island Hop Craft Beer Festival — October 3, 1–4pm: ameliaisland.com/activity/island-hop-craft-beer-festival-3 Taste of Amelia — October 24, 11:30am–3:30pm Pétanque Amelia Island Open — November 13–15 Dickens on Centre — December 11–14 Amelia Island Museum of History Holiday Tour of Homes: ameliamuseum.org/holiday-home-tour Fort Clinch activities: fortclinch.org/Activities Full calendar of Amelia Island events: ameliaisland.com/activities Get Our Amelia Island Travel Guide Want our full list of favorite things to do, places to eat, and events all year round? Grab our free Amelia Island Travel Guide HERE Sunshine Travelers Experiences Come with us on Safari in Kenya in June 2027. We are hosting a maximum of 10 on a luxury, privately guided safari to 3 places in Kenya, where we have been on safari twice in order to bring you the best experience. Click HERE to learn more and sign up. Get help planning your next trip. Learn more at sunshinetravelersexperiences.com or sunxtravel.com More Resources & Links Get Our FREE Ultimate Packing Guide See ALL our Favorite Travel Resources Canceled or delayed flight? Airhelp can help get you $$$$ - Learn more here. We got over $900 when our flight from CDG was canceled - even though we booked it on points and were rebooked the same day Follow Sunshine Travelers Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Read more about this and other travel destinations on our BLOG Follow our travels on TikTok @sunshinetravelerspodcast Connect with us on LinkedIn @sunshinetravelerspodcast Get travel tips and follow our travels on Instagram: @sunshinetravelerspodcast Follow us on Facebook @sunshinetravelerspodcast Connect with us on Threads @sunshinetravelerspodcast See our travel videos on YouTube @sunshinetravelerspodcast Save our travel ideas on Pinterest @sunshinetravelerspodcast Music: This Acoustic Happy Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay

Lorne, SNL, Susan Morrison, True and False Magic, Stutz, Dickens and Prince, Hornby, Heartland, Larry Bird, Keith O'Brien, The Uncool, Cameron Crowe, American Predator, Maureen Callahan, La Belle Sauvage, Phillip Pullman, All the Frequent Troubles of Our Days, Mildred Fish Harnack, Gideon the Ninth, Tamsyn Muir, Louis XIV, Josephine Wilkerson

Good news for newsrooms: Harry and Meghan are back in Britain and editors are beside themselves. We might say we don't care about “Reverse Megxit” but why does the clickrate say otherwise? Plus: Giftgate was only two years ago, but MPs are still accepting freebies. They've taken almost £400,000 of hospitality this year alone – including tickets to Harry Styles and the F1. But is that necessarily so bad? Are freebies a serious conflict of interest or do we just want politicians to live in a hair shirt? And in the Extra Bit: people are queuing to take photos at beauty spots – are we all just compliant sheep who need to get over our strangling cultural traditions? • Get up to £350 off the Eight Sleep Pod 5 here with the code OGWN • Questions for But Your Emails? Thoughts? Comments? Email us at ogwn@podmasters.co.uk.  ESCAPE ROUTES • Marie went to watch Tony, the biopic about the late rockstar chef-turned-broadcaster Anthony Bourdain • Seth watched 60's crime thriller Cash on Demand – like a “noirish bank heist version” of Dickens ' A Christmas Carol • Rachel hasn't been able to put down Jon Ronson's new book The Castle: Adventures in a World of Unravelling Men • Ros has begun watching supernatural French drama Sea Shadows (or Rivages in French) www.patreon.com/ohgodwhatnow Presented by Ros Taylor with Marie Le Conte, Rachel Cunliffe and Seth Thévoz. Produced by James Liddell. Audio Production by Tom Taylor. Art direction: James Parrett. Theme tune by Tom Taylor and Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. www.podmasters.co.uk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You don’t have to be crazy about cats to be at least a little bit fascinated with them, hissing, murder mittens, and all. Great writers like Hemingway, Twain, and Dickens as well as folks like Lincoln, Churchill, Einstein, and Nightingale adored them. As did music icons like Freddie Mercury and John Lennon. They all felt cats gave them one thing . . peace. Feel free to DM me if you have a story you’d like me to cover . . on Facebook it’s Patty Steele and on Instagram Real Patty Steele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded live at Capital Crime Book Festival, Philippa talks to Gavin Bell — also known as Mason Cross, also known as Alex Knight — about his gripping new thriller 138 Main Street. But first, three festive reads for anyone who, like Philippa, enjoys a Christmas book in the height of summer.3 Christmas Books for SummerThe Winter Guest – Sarah MossTwo strangers share Christmas Eve dinner in a remote Irish hotel as a snowstorm gathers outside — and each has a confession to make. Atmospheric and unexpected.A Carol and a Killing – Reverend Richard ColesA festive cathedral choir concert ends in tragedy when a soloist falls — or was he pushed? A cosy, witty Christmas murder mystery.The Case of the Christmas Card – Elly GriffithsCharles Dickens turns up on time-travelling detective Allie Dawson's doorstep just before Christmas, and the two team up to solve two cases at once — all while Dickens tries to find his way home.Gavin Bell on 138 Main StreetA killer is targeting victims who all live at the same address — 138 Main Street — but there are 7,664 Main Streets in America. How do you predict where they'll strike next?Gavin and Philippa discuss:Writing under three different names, and the moment he had to invent a Gavin Bell signature on the spot at his book launchHis dream holiday on the Orient Express, with separate compartments for family, friends, and quiet decompression timeReading The Godfather for the first time and why watching the film first makes you appreciate the book moreHis nightmare holiday: Benidorm 1996, hangovers in the heat, and reading the backs of cereal boxes for entertainmentWhere the idea came from — an offhand line in another book, plus a real-life unlocked-doors estate that spooked him into writing itWhy short, sting-in-the-tail chapters are deliberate, and why "I read it in three hours" is the highest compliment a thriller writer can getWhy he keeps his day job, and the colleagues (and CD collection) who keep accidentally ending up as character namesIce cream order: "Marathon Man" Snickers ice cream in a waffle cone — no sauce, no flake, just pure peanut-chocolate perfection.Get in touchQuick Book Reviews Facebook Group | Instagram | Email: quickbookreviews@outlook.comQuick Book Reviews: author interviews and book reviews with no spoilers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dominic is joined by the inimitable Dr. Céline Prest who guides today's discussion on A Tale of Two Cities  - one of the most gripping, exciting and heart-rending stories that Dickens ever wrote. Céline completed her Phd at the Sorbonne University in 2016. Her doctoral research was awarded the André Topia Prize by the Chancellerie des Universitiés de Paris, and the Robert B. Partlow Jr prize by the Dickens Society. In 2019 she published a new edition of The Pickwick Papers for Gallimard. And in 2023 she published a monograph Le Spectre du document dans l'œuvre romanesque de Charles Dickens ...Original Photo of Céline Prest © Chancellerie des Universités de Paris - Sylvain Lhermie / Original Photo of Dominic Gerrard © Jane Lloyd / Original Dickens illustrations sourced from Michael John Goodman's incredible Charles Dickens Illustrated Gallery Support the showIf you'd like to make a donation to support the costs of producing this series you can buy 'coffees' right here  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dominicgerrardThank you so much!Host: Dominic GerrardSeries Artwork: Léna GibertOriginal Music: Dominic GerrardThank you for listening!

Nobody in the Victorian era who claimed to see a ghost described lace and corsets – that look came from the magazine trade that discovered ghost stories were cheap to print and easy to cut to length.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/VictorianGhostsREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4p69wekwFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: Victorian-era ghosts… they seem to haunt not only our imaginations, but also our Halloween wardrobes. Why were people in the mid-to-late 1800s so obsessed with the supernatural? And why are we so fascinated by Victorian ghost stories still today? (What's The Deal With Victorian Ghosts?) *** The story of Queen Esther is chilling – full of an Iroquois warrior woman's quest for vengeance, brutal warfare, haunting legends, ghostly wails, and a curse that many believe still has power even today. (The Curse of Queen Esther) *** No one can remember exactly when the ghost story began, but records show it dates back to at least 1926. The tale centers around the Administration Offices of Rockford School District 205 on South Madison Street, formerly Rockford High School. Built in 1885, the school gained a spooky reputation due to eerie events reported in its underground tunnels. After a tragic accident in the school's swimming pool claimed the life of a student named Gosta Anderson, strange sightings and sounds fueled the legend of his restless spirit, haunting the very site where he died. (Gosta's Ghost) *** Plumas County, California, holds a chilling mystery that dates back to 1978. On a winter night with a half-moon, five friends left a basketball game at California State University, Chico, and drove away, never to be seen again. Their car was found abandoned on a remote mountain road, leading to a series of eerie discoveries, unanswered questions, and clues that still baffle investigators today. (The 5 Boys Who Never Came Back)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00.00.000 = Short fiction story “Lost Hearts” by M.R. James00:24:29.734 = Show Open00:27:12.649 = What's The Deal With Victorian Ghosts?00:36:13.257 = The Curse of Queen Esther ***00:46:07.677 = The Five Boys Who Never Came Back01:06:21.586 = Gosta's Ghost01:12:56.658 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:Free Audiobook: “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, narrated by Darren Marlar:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/AChristmasCarolNarration: “The Signalman” by Charles Dickens, narrated by Darren Marlar: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/TheSignalman“What's The Deal With Victorian Ghosts?” source = Dan Nosowitz at Atlas Obscura: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p94894t“Lost Hearts” by M.R. James (public domain)“The Curse of Queen Esther” source = Creative History Stories: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3bn9kwe8“Gosta's Ghost” written by Kathi Kresol for Haunted Rockford: https://www.hauntedrockford.com/gostas-ghost/“The 5 Boys Who Never Came Back” written by Cynthia Gorney in 1978 for the Washington Post:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8hkyef(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: May 17, 2024LIKE WHAT YOU'RE HEARING? WEIRD DARKNESS posts episodes 7 DAYS A WEEK! Listen FREE wherever you get podcasts or visit https://weirddarkness.com/listen. • Paranormal • True Crime • Ghosts • UFOs • Cryptids • Unexplained • Want even more? Become an OFFICIAL WEIRDO for commercial-free episodes, bonus episodes, weeknight live chats, audiobooks & more at https://WeirdDarkness.com/OFFICIAL

On this week's Political Breakfast, we talk about a recent exchange between Georgia gubernatorial candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson. It all unfolded in a hotel parking lot, after a Jackson attack ad took aim at Bottoms' husband. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson discuss with host Lisa Rayam how campaigns decide whether to rebut a claim, attack the messenger, or just change the subject. A quick note: Brian advises Rick Jackson and Tharon advises Keisha Lance Bottoms. Plus, Atlanta did not make the final cut to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. Mayor Andre Dickens did not react kindly to the snub. In a letter to the DNC, Dickens wrote that its leaders "continue to make the wrong choices," that the "road to the White House runs through the South" and they are "once again abandoning Black voters." Plus, as Jackson's campaign promises to crack down on illegal immigration, a lawsuit filed by foreign-born nurses against one of the companies under his healthcare empire, accuses Avant Healthcare Professionals of "luring them to the United States" only to pay them low wages and trap them in contracts for years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]Call Segment [ 26:00 ]Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Engaged Views and Disengaged Truths - Pods Like Us Chronicles — Episode Show NotesHost: Martin "Marv" QuibellEpisode SummaryMarv opens with a look at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing (kicking off Saturday 22 August 2026), including a robot smashing Usain Bolt's 100m record and a musing on what happens when you put an LLM inside a humanoid robot. Then it's on to the week's podcast industry news: audiobook/podcast crossover, YouTube's changing definition of a "view," Spotify's new ad and skip-ahead features, AI's growing role in podcast discovery (and its occasional gaslighting), a tribute to John C. Dvorak, and more.In This EpisodeIndustry ReadsFrank Racioppi's Forbes piece on the audiobook/podcast listener overlap, and Noiser's audio drama adaptations of Dickens, Conan Doyle, and AustenCody McLaughlin's Substack interview with Brad Pipkin (IAB Tech Lab) on whether podcasting is becoming "the evolution of television"Frank Racioppi's spotlight articles on This Podcast Will Kill You and Auntie PleaseJohn McDermott's Random Thoughts newsletter — praise for School of Podcasting's episode, Apple Podcast embedding woes, YouTube's payout threshold change, and the headaches of vertical video repurposingSam Illingworth's viral Substack post (40,534 views, 575 comments, 364 restacks) and his follow-up on LLMs "gaslighting" users — plus the finding that a Substack upload of Moby Dick was flagged 44% AI-writtenStephanie Fuccio's two Substack pieces on using Stephen King's On Writing as inspiration for better show notes and titlingPlatform & Business NewsSpotify's new "unskippable" ads on its own shows, with skippability elsewhere governed by contract clauses (via Podnews Daily)Inception Point AI has rebranded as Liquify AI (parent of Liquid Studios), covered by the New York TimesYouTube redefines "view" as an "engaged view," roughly aligned with the IAB/AMP consumption-length standard — and doubles the download threshold for ad payouts from 4,000 to 8,000Megaphone's advertising issues, and Flightpath's new "Automation Playbook" tool, via Podnews DailySounds Profitable's That Stupid Radio episode — Tom Webster's story of a nine-button Italian radio rendered useless when its app stopped workingPodcasting Craft & CommunityPodmastery: Neal Veglio on checking your show name isn't taken — and the underrated problem of how your title sounds when spoken aloud (Marv's own "misheard lyrics" comparison to Sister Sledge's We Are Family)School of Podcasting: Dave Jackson on YouTube/Spotify changes and a potted history of Spotify in podcastingIn and Around Podcasting: Rob and Elsie trace the history of skipping — from 1930s reel-to-reel to Spotify's new "Skip Ahead" button — plus Overcast updates, a tribute to John C. Dvorak, and Ana Xavier's sit-down with Barack ObamaInto the Podverse: Tony on AI-driven podcast discovery (asking ClaudeAI, ChatGPT, Gemini, Siri, and Alexa for show recommendations), video podcasting, hosting migration risks, and how to vet download-growth offers from unsolicited emailsDan Murphy (SiriusXM co-founder) on his new book, They Pay For WaterComicbook Nation CornerA nod to Connor Casey's "Christ on a crouton cracker" line from December 2023, and a bit of nostalgia for the old news-desk format

"David Copperfield" or "The Personal History, Adventures, Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery" was first published in 1850. Like all except five of his works, it originally appeared in serial form. Many elements within the novel follow events in Dickens' own life, and it is probably the most autobiographical of all of his novels. It is also Dickens' "favorite child." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)Genre(s): Published 1800 -1900Language: EnglishKeyword(s): ⁠⁠novel⁠⁠ (163), ⁠⁠dickens⁠⁠ (67), ⁠⁠Victorian novel⁠⁠ (24)

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]Call Segment [ 26:00 ]Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]Call Segment [ 26:00 ]Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]Call Segment [ 26:00 ]Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is putting the Democratic National Committee on blast after Atlanta was eliminated from consideration to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.Dickens argues that the decision represents something much bigger than where Democrats hold their convention. Has the Democratic Party lost sight of the political importance of Atlanta, Georgia, the South, and Black voters? And after Georgia helped deliver Democrats the White House and two U.S. Senate seats earlier this decade, can the party afford to take the state for granted heading toward 2028?Tonight on The Arrington Gavin Show, we break down Mayor Dickens' criticism, the DNC's decision, and the bigger questions surrounding the Democratic Party's strategy.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]Call Segment [ 26:00 ]Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Spiritual Gifts.” Dr. Rick Melson and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Dr. Rick Melson, the New President of Moody Bible Institute, shared his heart for Moody’s future, the importance of staying anchored in Scripture, and why Spirit-led leadership is essential for lasting gospel impact. Then Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, shared encouraging developments in AI, demonstrated how thoughtful prompting can turn an idea into a practical tool, and gave listeners a spiritual gifts assessment to help them identify their gifts. We then turn to our listeners who took the assessment and ask, “What did you think? What was confirmed for you? What surprised you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: Drew Dickens [ 07:01 ]Call Segment [ 26:00 ]Dr. Rick Nelson [ 41:45 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kurt Andersen and Joanna Coles take a wild ride through the strange characters, political fantasies, and very plausible futures shaping America right now. Andersen sizes up Natalie Harp as a figure so bizarre she could have stepped out of Dickens, Orwell, or The Simpsons, before revisiting his new novel's startling vision of Donald Trump's death and an America fractured beyond recognition. They debate whether the country's divisions could really lead to disunion, why fiction may be better equipped than nonfiction to capture this political moment, and whether Jon Ossoff has emerged as the Democrat to watch. Then, the conversation takes an even stranger turn as Andersen reviews his former coke dealer RFK Jr.'s unlikely new food podcast and what it might reveal about life after Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Country music star Little Jimmy Dickens did not even hit 5 feet in height, but his talent, humor and personality filled huge auditoriums around the world.  He started at a radio station in Morgantown and was discovered by Roy Acuff, who put him on the path to stardom. His countless hits and popularity made him one of Nashville's biggest stars, placing him in the company of Hank Williams and Merle Haggard. Dickens' performances moved audiences past his diminutive size to show them the musical giant he was.  

"David Copperfield" or "The Personal History, Adventures, Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery" was first published in 1850. Like all except five of his works, it originally appeared in serial form. Many elements within the novel follow events in Dickens' own life, and it is probably the most autobiographical of all of his novels. It is also Dickens' "favorite child." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)

"David Copperfield" or "The Personal History, Adventures, Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery" was first published in 1850. Like all except five of his works, it originally appeared in serial form. Many elements within the novel follow events in Dickens' own life, and it is probably the most autobiographical of all of his novels. It is also Dickens' "favorite child." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)Genre(s): Published 1800 -1900Language: EnglishKeyword(s): ⁠novel⁠ (163), ⁠dickens⁠ (67), ⁠Victorian novel⁠ (24)

"David Copperfield" or "The Personal History, Adventures, Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery" was first published in 1850. Like all except five of his works, it originally appeared in serial form. Many elements within the novel follow events in Dickens' own life, and it is probably the most autobiographical of all of his novels. It is also Dickens' "favorite child." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)Genre(s): Published 1800 -1900Language: EnglishKeyword(s): novel (163), dickens (67), Victorian novel (24)

PLUS: Alpharetta's aversion to icky renters & why would a Billy Linville crossover endorsement matter when Rick cant' get Burt on board?Earlier this week, the Democratic Party announced its finalists for the 2028 DNC convention and Atlanta didn't make the shortlist (Denver, Philadelphia and Boston all did); a decision that - on its face - is sort of inexplicable given Georgia's teetering on the brink of flipping blue with a good solid nudge or two and that the aforementioned finalists have all hosted the convention in recent years. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a letter of exasperation - not wrong to disagree with the decision to snub Atlanta i n2028 - but he included enough ammunition for the GOP to use in a 2026 midterm cycle that's beyond-necessary for the party he's a member of to claw back some power in Congress and in his own state. Hear why I likened his letter to a post-grounding tantrum from a teenager.A plan to develop Alpharetta's North Point Mall is getting pushback because the developer wants to include - ick! - apartments instead of buyable condominiums and townhomes. That north Fulton County enclave already has some NIMBY-istic laws on the books limiting the number of leasable homes in its city limits, but I can't help but wonder where they think a new sports arena's concessions, ticket booth and usher employees are going to live since jobs like those don't pay well enough for anyone to live IN Alpharetta? Who TF is Billy Linville - aside from a guy who dresses a lot like Rick Jcakson? Well, he's some moderate Democrat mover-n-shaker in Georgia politics (I guess?) who's endorsing 'slick Rick.' Meanwhile, prominent Georgia Republican (and current lieutenant governor) Burt Jones still hasn't warmed to supporting - let alone voting for - Rick Jackson.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens catches heat after telling a constituent to “shut up” over criticism of the city’s transportation and BeltLine plans. Kimmer breaks down the exchange, Dickens’ response and why critics say Atlanta residents deserve answers—not insults. Plus, a look at Keisha Lance Bottoms and her political future.

Recently I listened to Daniel Wilingham's book, Why Don't Kids Like School?, about how we can use what we know about how the mind works to make school work better for kids. And I found myself nodding along in chapter two as he talked about reading: "Do whatever you can to get kids to read, but it's not enough. People sometimes ask whether graphic novels count, or whether audiobooks do. The answer is an emphatic yes." I couldn't agree with Wilingham more. Sure, I've heard the argument that students need "rigor" at school. The canon. The classics. But I would certainly side with Penny Kittle and repeat the mic-drop line from her book, Book Love: "A book isn't rigorous if students aren't reading it." Sure, we can give kids only Dickens, Austen, and Hawthorne. That's an option. We can say only print-reading is "real" reading. But what will we gain, and what will we lose? It seems pretty obvious to me that while a few more kids might read classics if they're the only option, what will mostly happen is that we'll lose the majority of kids who might have started to love reading in our classrooms, given different starting points. So today I want to share the graphic novels I'll be showcasing in my classroom library this year. I'm really happy with this collection for my high school students, and I hope you'll find some new options for your library as I share mine. Of course, as always, you know your community best. Dig into the research and see the infographic and sources here: https://nowsparkcreativity.com/2026/07/the-uncrackable-justification-for-choice-reading.html  Watch Gene Luen Yang's Ted Talk, "Comics Belong in the Classroom" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjvTIP7pV20  Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Launch your choice reading program with all my favorite tools and recs, and grab the free toolkit. Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the 'gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme, “The Unstoppable Gospel.” Dr. Drew Dickens and Dr. Ronnie Floyd joined us today. Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, discussed growing concerns around rapidly advancing AI and demonstrated a tool designed to help Christians practice gospel conversations with people from different cultural and religious backgrounds. Then Dr. Ronnie Floyd, a Pastor and host of the weekly podcast “For Leaders Podcast with Ronnie Floyd,” explained why the gospel alone transforms lives and pointed to extraordinary prayer, humility, and obedience as essential to spiritual awakening. We then turn to our listeners and pose the question, “Were you ever baptized but not born again? How did God reveal it to you?” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Call Segment [ 00:53 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 36:00 ]Dr. Ronnie Floyd [ 48:21 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To be “born with a veil” (or caul) was once regarded as far more than an unusual circumstance of birth. Being born with a caul—a portion of the amniotic membrane adhering to a newborn's head or face—is exceedingly rare, but across centuries of European folklore it has been interpreted as a visible mark of destiny. Those born with one might be exceptionally lucky, possess healing powers or second sight, or enjoy supernatural protection. In darker traditions, however, the same sign could mark a future witch, vampire, or uncanny wanderer between worlds. We  begin with a quoted passage from Stephen King’s The Shining, in which it’s revealed that the psychically gifted boy, Danny, is born with a veil and then go on to explore the colorful vocabulary once used to describe the caul. Across Europe, the membrane was imagined as a cap, hood, helmet, veil, cloak, or even a “shirt.” Such expressions as the Scottish “sely hoo,” or blessed hood, and various European equivalents of “lucky cap” and “victor's cloak” reveal how closely the caul became associated with good fortune. Next, we explore the earliest written references to caul superstition. A fourth-century biography of the short-lived Roman emperor Diadumenian claims that he was born with a strange membrane resembling a diadem. The same source remarks that midwives sold preserved cauls to lawyers who believed they would bring success in court. Medieval clerical writings likewise condemn officials who carried cauls as charms to silence their opponents. From there, the episode turns to the long practice of preserving cauls as family treasures. Surviving examples include a fragment enclosed in a locket made for John Monson in 1597 and the caul of King Frederik III, kept in a silver casket in the Danish royal collections. Seventeenth-century wills describe cauls mounted in jeweled gold settings and passed down as heirlooms believed to ensure a family's continuing prosperity. We then address the caul's most famous power: protection from drowning. By the eighteenth century, cauls were carefully dried on paper and sold to sailors. Newspaper advertisements addressed “gentlemen of the Navy” and offered them as proven safeguards for long voyages. Dickens satirized the trade in the opening of David Copperfield, whose caul attracts only one bidder—an attorney offering cash and sherry, but refusing to pay enough to guarantee himself against drowning. Caul kept as sailor’s charm displayed at Pitt Rivers Museum, Oxford. Mrs. Karswell then shares some amusing 19th-century anecdotes found in the long-running Oxford University publication, Notes and Queries. One report has a caul-bearing child who hild floated like a cork whenever his mother tried to bathe him. Another describes a prognosticating caul that physically transformed in sympathy to events unfolding in the life of the person consulting it. We then travel to Iceland, where fetal membranes were associated with the fylgja, a guardian spirit or external portion of the soul. The afterbirth could not safely be discarded, exposed to animals, or burned, lest the child lose this spiritual companion. Yet the caul's magical potential also made it dangerous: witches were said to use it in love potions, and a seventeenth-century French royal midwife warned her colleagues never to preserve one because sorcerers might obtain it. The episode then moves eastward, where caul folklore grows considerably darker. In Romania and Poland, those born beneath the membrane might be destined to become strigoi or other vampiric beings after death. In Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia, however, caul-born men could become supernatural defenders known as Krsniki or Zduhaći. Their spirits left their bodies at night to battle dragons, witches, night-hags, and rival spirit warriors threatening the community's health, weather, and harvest. Next, we encounter their Italian counterparts, the Friulian Benandanti, or “good walkers.” Sixteenth- and seventeenth-century inquisitorial records describe men and women who claimed that everyone born with a caul was summoned in adulthood to fight witches during nocturnal spirit journeys. Their preserved “little shirts” were worn around the neck, blessed with prayers and Masses, and believed to protect soldiers or help lawyers win cases. Finally, we return to the sea with the curious modern discovery of a preserved caul purportedly belonging to a survivor of the the sinking of the Titanic. Its provenance may be uncertain, but the topic at least provides an excuse to close out with a snippet of the uniquely grim yet lighthearted folk song, “When the Great Ship Went Down.”

Hello you beautiful people!Last episode Benji Pearson asked me for some advice for his Christmas themed Halloween costume and this episode I give him some suggestions on how to dress up as the Elton John song Step Into Christmas.Next up it's Bob Baker with Do You Hear What I Hear? and he's looking at the British Christmas meal of a Christmas Ploughman's Lunch.Then it's a Christmas Not So Classic, and this one is a bit of a classic in the US, but is unheard of here in the UK. It's called Same Old Lang Syne by Dan Fogelberg and I like it a lot.Have a listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QsvZ8P1QNkThen it's The Christmas Quiz. I scored 9, make sure to email me your score.Last episode I shared with you some of the ornaments on my Christmas tree and this episode I share some ornaments from listeners Ruby Holly Davies and Frank Talley.Then Bob is back with Where Are You Christmas? and you get two this episode. One in New Jersey (thanks to Timothy Dumont), and one in Pensylvania.Check out Bob's podcast here:  https://4fpodcast.buzzsprout.comThis episode's version of A Christmas Carol is Episode 9 of Series 16 of Family Guy and it's called A Dickens of A Christmas.  I enjoyed it.Get in touch:Email: totalchristmas@gmail.comMerry Christmas!

Festive Friday your way to a ghostly Victorian love story! ABOUT A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS Follows Zara, a lawyer haunted by Christmas memories, who attends a Victorian dinner where she meets Rafe, a renovator. His ghostly ancestor plays matchmaker by giving Zara a book of love stories, challenging her skepticism about romance. AIR DATE & NETWORK FOR A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS November 4, 2025 | Streaming CAST & CREW OF A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS Director: Gillian McKercher Writer: Catherine Fridey Cast: Ashley Newbrough as Zara Chad Rook as Rafe BRAN'S MOVIE SYNOPSIS Zara does NOT like Christmas. She's a lawyer who has to attend this progressive Victorian dinner with her friend and co-worker Chloe. It's not great. Her dress rips, her hat falls in the fire, it's a whole thing. Zara is quite smitten by the owner of the estate, Rafe. Rafe tells everyone about a sneaky little ghost that lives at the estate. Chloe sees the ghost. She's a believer. She also sees that Zara and Rafe are into each other. The next day, Zara finds one of the books from the estate in her bag with Rafe's business card in it. She assumes it's just silly Chloe but it was actually the ghost. But good thing the ghost is sneaky like that because Zara has a water pipe leak in her living room and needs someone to come repair it. Naturally, she calls Rafe who helps renovate houses and he comes over to take a look. He comes over and gets right to work. The ghost keeps doing stuff that forces Zara to call Rafe. And she starts showing up to Rafe's son's hockey practices. They're all getting attached. Zara and Rafe almost kiss TWICE - interrupted once by the smell of smoke, and the second time by a text. CLASSSIC. Everything is going great until the snowball fight. She gets really upset when Rafe's son throws a snowball at her. Turns out, her brother used to throw snowballs. She opens up about how she had a brother who loved hockey but died in a snowmobile accident. Back to falling in love UNTIL he shows up to be a witness in a case that she's working on. He's a witness for the opposition! She doesn't take it easy on him which really hurts his feelings. So she QUITS HER JOB!!! The ghost pushes Rafe off a ladder and breaks his leg so that she'll come to sit by his side and they'll make up. They all spend Christmas together and she tells everyone that she's gonna open up her own law firm so she can fight for what she wants to fight for. And Zara and Rafe finally kiss. Watch the show on Youtube - www.deckthehallmark.com/youtubeInterested in advertising on the show? Email bran@deckthehallmark.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.