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Marilyn Lightstone Reads

Zoomer Podcast Networkwww.classicalfm.ca
Known for her roles on stage and screen, as well as her daily radio program "Nocturne" on The New Classical FM, acclaimed actress Marilyn Lightstone now brings classic literature to life with dramatic readings. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast is proudly presented by The New Classical FM & The Zoomer Podcast Network.
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Episodes

Pride & Prejudice: Chapters 15 - 16

Feeling a sense of obligation to the Bennet family because of the entail, Mr. Collins plans to ask one of the Bennet daughters to marry him. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Sep 27, 202136 minSeason 5Ep. 5

Pride & Prejudice: Chapters 11 - 14

Troubled by his fascination with Elizabeth, Darcy resolves to pay her less attention while she remains at Netherfield. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Sep 23, 202134 minSeason 5Ep. 4

Pride & Prejudice: Chapters 8 - 10

Elizabeth implies that Darcy is far too demanding... It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Sep 20, 202139 minSeason 5Ep. 3

Pride & Prejudice: Chapters 5 - 7

Everyone agrees that Mr. Darcy, despite his family and fortune, is too proud to be likable. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Sep 16, 202136 minSeason 5Ep. 2

Pride & Prejudice: Chapters 1 - 4

"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." From its immortal opening sentence, Marilyn captures every delight of Jane Austen’s timeless treasure, reading and acting the parts to bring Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth Bennett and all of your favourite characters to dramatic life.

Sep 13, 202130 minSeason 5Ep. 1

Age of Innocence: Chapter 34 (conclusion)

Twenty-Six years later, Newland Archer reflects on his life. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 29, 202140 minSeason 4Ep. 26

Age of Innocence: Chapters 32 & 33

Newland decides he will now come clean with May about Ellen and ask for her to set him free... It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 26, 202159 minSeason 4Ep. 25

Age of Innocence: Chapter 31

Newland reflects that society is more understanding of adulterous women than adulterous men. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 22, 202129 minSeason 4Ep. 24

Age of Innocence: Chapters 29 & 30

"We're near each other only if we stay far from each other." It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 19, 202141 minSeason 4Ep. 23

Age of Innocence: Chapters 27 & 28

Mr. Letterblair tells Newland Archer that Julius Beaufort is on the verge of bankruptcy because of his "business irregularities." It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 15, 202133 minSeason 4Ep. 22

Age of Innocence: Chapter 26

At Thanksgiving dinner during the second year of Newland Archer's marriage, Mrs. Archer bemoans the degradation of New York society because of the influence of outsiders. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 12, 202126 minSeason 4Ep. 21

Age of Innocence: Chapter 25

On the street in New York, Newland sees the familiar face of M. Rivière, whom Count Olenski sent to secure Ellen's return, who wishes now to discuss Ellen "on behalf of abstract justice". It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 08, 202122 minSeason 4Ep. 20

Age of Innocence: Chapters 23 & 24

Energized by the prospect of seeing Ellen, Newland experiences only a brief prick of conscience when he lies to May about having business in Boston... It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 05, 202137 minSeason 4Ep. 19

Age of Innocence: Chapter 22

Professor Emerson Sillerton and his wife, Amy, are holding a party for the Blenkers, the unconventional family Ellen is staying with. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jul 01, 202120 minSeason 4Ep. 18

Age of Innocence: Chapter 21

Back in New York, Newland settles into a comfortably busy routine much like he had before the wedding. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 28, 202133 minSeason 4Ep. 17

Age of Innocence: Chapter 20

May and Newland begin their married life together a three-month tour of Europe It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 24, 202128 minSeason 4Ep. 16

Age of Innocence: Chapter 19

Soon after Easter, Newland and May are married. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 21, 202127 minSeason 4Ep. 15

Age of Innocence: Chapter 18

Newland tells Ellen of May's urging him to end the engagement if he loves another woman more. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 17, 202130 minSeason 4Ep. 14

Age of Innocence: Chapter 17

Newland returns to New York and learns Ellen Olenska visited his mother while he was in Florida. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 14, 202124 minSeason 4Ep. 13

Age of Innocence: Chapter 16

Newland Archer surprises the Wellands with his unexpected arrival at their house in St. Augustine. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 10, 202123 minSeason 4Ep. 12

Age of Innocence: Chapter 15

Newland Archer calls on Ellen Olenska at Skuytercliff and Ellen agrees to explain herself. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 07, 202125 minSeason 4Ep. 11

Age of Innocence: Chapters 13 & 14

Newland realizes Ellen knows it is he who has been sending her unsigned bouquets of yellow roses. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

Jun 03, 202133 minSeason 4Ep. 10

Age of Innocence: Chapter 12

Newland Archer tells Ellen Olenska that news of her divorce will cause scandal. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 31, 202127 minSeason 4Ep. 9

Age of Innocence: Chapter 11

Newland Archer is charged by his boss, Mr. Letterblair, to handle the case of Ellen Olenska's divorce. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 27, 202118 minSeason 4Ep. 8

Age of Innocence: Chapter 10

Newland Archer tells May Welland about sending Ellen Olenska flowers, but not about visiting her. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 24, 202122 minSeason 4Ep. 7

Age of Innocence: Chapter 9

Newland visits Ellen Olenska who, he observes, lives in an unfashionable neighborhood populated by artistic types. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 20, 202128 minSeason 4Ep. 6

Age of Innocence: Chapter 8

At the van der Luydens' dinner, Ellen Olenska repeatedly breaks social protocol and Newland Archer is thrilled and intrigued by her frankness. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 17, 202118 minSeason 4Ep. 5

Age of Innocence: Chapters 6 & 7

The Lovell Mingotts plan a "formal dinner" to introduce Ellen Olenska to society, but almost all the invitations sent are declined without excuse. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 13, 202135 minSeason 4Ep. 4

Age of Innocence: Chapter 5

Mr. Sillerton Jackson comes to dinner at the Archer house to discuss the matter of Ellen Olenska. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 10, 202122 minSeason 4Ep. 3

Age of Innocence: Chapters 3 & 4

At the ball, Archer and May officially announce their engagement. It's classic literature brought to life with dramatic readings by The New Classical FM's Marilyn Lightstone!

May 06, 202130 minSeason 4Ep. 2
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