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The Classic Tales Podcast

Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian desert, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world's greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance.
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Ep. 1001, The Maltese Falcon, Part 3 of 8, by Dashiell Hammett

Someone is tailing Sam, and he needs to know who he can trust, and who he shouldn't. Dashiell Hammett, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, please visit the website, classictalesaudiobooks.com , and either make a donation, buy an audiobook, or pick up one of our many support options. And if you can't support us monetarily, leave us a review or share an episode with a friend. It ...

Jan 17, 20251 hrSeason 19Ep. 1001

Ep. 1000, The Invisible Eye, by Erckmann-Chatrian VINTAGE

In a certain chamber on the second story of a wayside inn, men hang themselves. Nobody knows for certain the spell of this benighted room. Erckmann-Chatrian, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, please visit the website, classictalesaudiobooks.com , and either make a donation, buy an audiobook, or pick up one of our many support options. And if you can't ...

Jan 14, 202544 minSeason 19Ep. 1000

Ep. 999, The Maltese Falcon, Part 2 of 8, by Dashiell Hammett

With the police running after him with their noses to the ground, Sam Spade needs some answers from his client - starting with who she really is. Dashiell Hammett, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, please visit the website, classictalesaudiobooks.com , and either make a donation, buy an audiobook, or pick up one of our many support options. And if you can't support us monetar...

Jan 10, 202541 minSeason 19Ep. 999

Ep. 998, The Castaway, by W. W. Jacobs VINTAGE

Mr. Boxer comes home after years believed lost at sea. Maybe. Can a suspicious mother-in-law and a fortune teller suss out the truth? W. W. Jacobs, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Many thanks to all who stepped up your support this season. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, please visit the website, classictalesaudiobooks.com , and either make a donation, buy an audiobook, or pick up ...

Jan 07, 202533 minSeason 19Ep. 998

Ep. 997, The Maltese Falcon, Part 1 of 8, by Dashiell Hammett

Spade and Archer get hired to tail a shady guy named Floyd Thursby… and one of the greatest detective novels begins. Dashiell Hammett, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I'm so very grateful to all our supporters who have helped us during this holiday season. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, please visit the website, classictalesaudiobooks.com , and either make a donation, buy an audiobook, or pick up one of ...

Jan 03, 202556 minSeason 19Ep. 997

Ep. 996, A Diamond As Big As the Ritz, by F. Scott Fitzgerald VINTAGE

Does Percy's dad own a diamond larger than the Ritz-Carlton Hotel? If so, why hasn't anyone else heard about it? F. Scott Fitzgerald, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. For one more week, our lifetime passes are 60% off, and what's more – you can give it as a gift. This product is not always available, has never been giftable before, and never goes on sale. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com and get the perfect...

Dec 31, 20241 hr 39 minSeason 18Ep. 996

Ep. 995, Teacher Jensen, by Karin Michaëlis

A school next to a prison is no joke – for the prison looks like a castle, and the prisoners all wear black masks outside. Karin Michaëlis, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I hope you're all having a wonderful holiday. I'm so very grateful to all our supporters who have helped us during this rough patch. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, please visit the website, classictalesaudiobooks.com , and either make ...

Dec 31, 202424 minSeason 18Ep. 995

Ep. 994, A Visit from St. Nicholas, by Clement Moore VINTAGE

T'was the Night Before Christmas – you know how it goes. Clement Moore, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to give the gift of The Classic Tales Audiobook Library to someone during this festive season, you're in luck. For a limited time, our lifetime passes are 60% off, and what's more – you can give it as a gift. This product is not always available, has never been giftable before, and never go...

Dec 25, 20246 minSeason 18Ep. 994

Ep. 993, Christmas from Around the World, by Various Authors

Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I'd like to thank those of you who have helped us out these last couple of weeks. In case you missed it, Cilla was diagnosed with breast cancer last year. She's fine, now. She'd had her surgery and is now considered cancer-free. But those cancer bills are no joke. I'm so very grateful to all our supporters who have and do support us, but I'm afraid I need your help again. If you'd like to ensure the future of The Classic Tales, pleas...

Dec 25, 202450 minSeason 18Ep. 993

Ep. 992, A Cricket on the Hearth, Part 3 of 3, by Charles DickensVINTAGE

All is revealed, and our merry story comes to an end. Charles Dickens, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to give the gift of The Classic Tales Audiobook Library to someone during this festive season, you're in luck. For a limited time, our lifetime passes are 60% off, and what's more – you can give it as a gift. This product is not always available, has never been giftable before, and never goe...

Dec 17, 20241 hr 22 minSeason 18Ep. 992

Ep. 991, The Legend of the Christmas Rose, by Selma Lagerlöf

Does the robber's forest actually transform into a sumptuous garden on Christmas Eve? Selma Lagerlöf, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I'd like to thank those of you who have helped us out this week. As I mentioned last week, Cilla was diagnosed with breast cancer last year. She's fine, now. She'd had her surgery and is now considered cancer-free. But it's been a rough time. We're still dealing with the aftermath, and those cancer...

Dec 13, 202439 minSeason 18Ep. 991

Ep. 990, A Cricket on the Hearth, Part 2 of 3, by Charles Dickens VINTAGE

One of the darkest things begins to grow in the Peerybingle household – suspicion. Charles Dickens, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to give the gift of The Classic Tales Audiobook Library to someone during this festive season, you're in luck. For a limited time, our lifetime passes are 60% off, and what's more – you can give it as a gift. This product is not always available, has never been g...

Dec 10, 20241 hr 16 min

Ep. 989, The Fir Tree, by Hans Christian Andersen

Where will the little fir tree's burning desire for adventure take him? Hans Christian Andersen, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Well, we're in a bit of a fix, and we need your help. And as usual, I've left it until the last minute. Last year, Cilla was diagnosed with breast cancer. She's fine, now. She'd had her surgery and is now considered cancer-free. But we're still dealing with the aftermath, and let's just say it's a prett...

Dec 06, 202424 min

Ep. 988, A Cricket on the Hearth, Part 1 of 3, by Charles Dickens VINTAGE

Who wouldn't want a cricket as a protective spirit on their hearth? Charles Dickens, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you'd like to give the gift of The Classic Tales Audiobook Library to someone during this festive season, you're in luck. For a limited time, our lifetime passes are 60% off, and what's more – you can give it as a gift. This product is not always available, has never been giftable before,...

Dec 06, 20241 hr 6 min

Ep. 987, The Black Monk, Part 2 of 2, by Anton Chekhov

Kovrin turns away from The Black Monk, who finds a singular sort of vengeance. Anton Chekhov, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. How would you like to give the gift of the entire Classic Tales Audiobooks library this holiday season? To everyone you'd like. Your whole list of clients, employees, students, grandkids – all of them can have access to everything. For a limited time, if you go to classictalesaudiobooks.com, you can buy a ...

Dec 06, 202442 min

Ep. 986, Frankenstein, Part 8 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

Our corporeal story is concluded. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. I think you'll find we make it worth your while. New stories are coming your way on Friday. And now, Frankenstein, Part 8 of 8 , by Mary Shelley Follow this link to get The T...

Dec 06, 20241 hr 14 min

Ep. 985, The Black Monk, Part 1 of 2, by Anton Chekhov

Legends tell of a spectral Black Monk who last appeared a thousand years ago. When he appears to Kovrin, does it mean he insane or inspired? Anton Chekhov, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 8 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you. Please...

Dec 06, 202453 min

Ep. 984, Frankenstein, Part 7 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

Victor is accused of murder, and he is torn about his actual culpability. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. I think you'll find we make it worth your while. New stories are coming your way on Friday. And now, Frankenstein, Part 7 of 8 , by Ma...

Nov 19, 202446 min

Ep. 983, Asleep in Armageddon, by Ray Bradbury

After a crash landing while waiting for the rescue ship, Leonard Sale has food, water, air, everything he should need. Now, he just needs to get some sleep… Ray Bradbury, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 7 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks l...

Nov 15, 202440 min

Ep. 982, Frankenstein, Part 6 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

Victor makes a devil's bargain, and is haunted with remorse, for this new creature may be more vicious, cruel, and inhuman than the first. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday. And now, Frankenstein, Par...

Nov 12, 20241 hr 12 min

Ep. 981, Psychology, by Katherine Mansfield

Can two people really communicate wordlessly with one another? Katherine Mansfield, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 6 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you. Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter ...

Nov 09, 202423 min

Ep. 980, Frankenstein, Part 5 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

A diabolical threat is issued at the top of a Swiss mountain, and another phase of Victor's nightmare begins. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday. And now, Frankenstein, Part 5 of 8 , by Mary Shelley Fo...

Nov 05, 20241 hr 12 min

Ep. 979, A Thumb Print and What Became of It, by Mark Twain

How can a Civil War era murder be solved with a thumb print? Mark Twain, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 5 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you. Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter today. Toda...

Nov 01, 202441 min

Ep. 978, Frankenstein, Part 4 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

After swearing vengeance on the creature he has created, Victor is shocked when the creature tells his tale. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday. And now, Frankenstein, Part 4 of 8 , by Mary Shelley Fol...

Oct 29, 20241 hr 6 min

Ep. 977, Carmilla, Part 3 of 3, by J. Sheridan LeFanu

Carmilla's bloodthirsty nature is revealed. J. Sheridan LeFanu, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 4 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you. Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter today. The Treasure ...

Oct 29, 20241 hr 9 min

Ep. 976, Frankenstein, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

After Victor Frankenstein's nervous attack, shocking news reaches him from home – that of murder! Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday. And now, Frankenstein, Part 2 of 8 , by Mary Shelley Follow this li...

Oct 29, 20241 hr 1 min

Ep. 975, Carmilla, Part 2 of 3, by J. Sheridan LeFanu

Why are Carmilla and Laura suddenly sleepwalking? J. Sheridan LeFanu, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 3 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you. Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter today. The Tre...

Oct 29, 202452 min

Ep. 974, Frankenstein, Part 2 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

In the thunderous hills above Ingolstadt a creature is born. It is a being so horrible that its own creator turns away in disgust. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday. The Treasure of the Sierra Madre ,...

Oct 15, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 18Ep. 974

Ep. 973, Carmilla, Part 1 of 3, by J. Sheridan Lefanu

Why is the enchanting young woman staying in the castle so tight-lipped about her past? J. Sheridan LeFanu, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Vintage Episode for the week is "Frankenstein, Part 2 of 8", by Mary Shelley. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you. Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and bec...

Oct 11, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 18Ep. 973

Ep. 972, Frankenstein, Part 1 of 8, by Mary Shelley VINTAGE

The gargantuan figure of a man is sighted in the frozen wastes north of Russia, and one of the most influential stories ever written begins. Mary Shelley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com , and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday. The Treasure of the Sier...

Oct 08, 202453 minSeason 18Ep. 972
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