The Classic Tales Podcast
Episodes
Ep. 827, The Long Arm of Looney Coote, by P.G. Wodehouse
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's the most substantial thing that Ukridge can bring to a political campaign? Hopefully not scandal – anything but that. P.G. Wodehouse, today ...
Ep. 826, No Wedding Bells For Him, by P.G. Wodehouse
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much harm can be done by taking a simple car ride with a chummy chauffeur? Well, if Ukridge is involved, apparently, quite a bit. P.G. Wodehouse,...
Ep. 825, Ukridge Sees Her Through, by P.G. Wodehouse
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can Ukridge deliver on a promise he made to save Doris' fledgling dictation business? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcom...
Ep. 824, The Return of Battling Billson, by P.G. Wodehouse
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Corky's flat is invaded by an unknown woman whose stripling in tow is bent on seeing the sights of London – the murderey ones. P.G. Wodehouse, today...
Ep. 823, First Aid for Dora, by P.G. Wodehouse
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dora has lost her position because of Ukridge's gratuitous "help". But Ukridge has a plan to make it right – with a little help from his friend. P.G...
Ep. 822, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Part 3 of 3, by Thornton Wilder
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Uncle Pio discovers his protégé, his life seems complete. But the protégé's tragedy is only beginning. Thornton Wilder, today on The Classic ...
Ep. 821, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Part 2 of 3, by Thornton Wilder
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Manuel and Esteban are identical twins that no one can tell apart – they even have their own language. It seems to everyone that they have an almost...
Ep. 820, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Part 1 of 3, by Thornton Wilder
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Five people fall to their deaths when a bridge collapses in Peru. Can Brother Juniper discover the reason that these five individuals had to die? Th...
Ep. 819, The Case of the Missing Will, by Agatha Christie
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can Poirot discover the critical whereabouts of a missing will? It's worth a fortune! Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to ...
Ep. 818, The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman, by Agatha Christie
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A startling phone call leads to the discovery of a dead Italian nobleman. Can Poirot catch the killer? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Pod...
Ep. 817, The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim, by Agatha Christie
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The head of one the largest banks in England is missing! Can Poirot discover his whereabouts before it's too late? Agatha Christie, today on The Class...
Ep. 816, The Kidnapped Prime Minister, by Agatha Christie
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday the Prime Minster escaped an assassination attempt, and now he's missing! Can Poirot find him? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales P...
Ep. 815, The Million Dollar Bond Robbery, by Agatha Christie
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The theft of a million dollars in bonds puts the career of a promising young man in jeopardy. Can Poirot see where others do not? Agatha Christie, tod...
Ep. 814, The Adventure of the Hunter's Lodge, by Agatha Christie
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A murder in Darbyshire demands that Poirot investigate. But how can the great detective do his deducing when he's laid up with the flu? Agatha Chris...
Ep. 813, The Adventure of the Cheap Flat, by Agatha Christie
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What could possibly be amiss by securing rent for a particularly cheap flat? I mean, it's not haunted, is it? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic ...
Ep. 812, The Tragedy at Marsden Manor, by Agatha Christie
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone seems okay with a sudden death in the country, but Poirot senses that something is off. Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ...
Ep. 811, The Western Star, by Agatha Christie
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cryptic letters threaten the theft of an ancient jewel, yet Poirot seems powerless to prevent the inevitable. Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Ta...
Ep. 810, The Dead Smile, by F. Marion Crawford (with Bellarion sample)
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Hugh takes his secret to the grave with a vicious grin on his lips – a devious grin that is contagious. F. Marion Crawford, today on The Classic...
Ep. 809, The Wendigo, Part 2 of 2, by Algernon Blackwood
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The search party discovers a certain horror when they find what they've been looking for. Algernon Blackwood, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welc...
Ep. 808, The Wendigo, Part 1 of 2, by Algernon Blackwood
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A monster lurks in the Canadian forests. If the legends are to be believed, a small band of hunters is about to meet the Wendigo. Algernon Blackwood, ...
Ep. 807, The Pit and the Pendulum & The Tell-Tale Heart, by Edgar Allan Poe
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The torments of the Inquisition, and a murder that won't keep quiet. Halloween comes with a vengeance with Edgar Allan Poe, today on The Classic Tales...
Ep. 806, The Scientific Cracksman, by Arthur B. Reeve
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why would someone break into the safe of a millionaire industrialist, and leave the money? Arthur B. Reeve, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcom...
Ep. 805, Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan, by Agatha Christie
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An extravagant pearl necklace is missing. Can Poirot discover the elusive thief? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The C...
Ep. 803, The Superfluous Finger, by Jacques Futrelle
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why does a woman demand that a surgeon amputate part of her finger? Jacques Futrelle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales...
Ep. 802, The Adventure of the Bruce-Partington Plans, by Arthur Conan Doyle
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Top secret plans have been stolen, and a man lies dead in the Underground. Can Sherlock Holmes stave off an international incident? Arthur Conan Doyle...
Ep. 801, Treasure Island, Part 7 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Treachery, duplicity and intrigue abound as the final secrets of Treasure Island are revealed. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podc...
Ep. 800, Treasure Island, Part 6 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What will Jim discover once he returns triumphant from his sea adventure? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The C...
Ep. 799, Treasure Island, Part 5 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After the pirates attack, Jim has a terrible yet brilliant idea. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Ta...
Ep. 798, Treasure Island, Part 4 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After the ship is abandoned, a new character emerges – Captain Silver. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Cl...
Ep. 797, Treasure Island, Part 3 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While hiding in an apple barrel, Jim discovers a horrible treachery afoot. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The ...
Ep. 796, Treasure Island, Part 2 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Based on the contents of the dead man's chest, a voyage is prepared for Treasure Island, and among the crew is a certain seafaring man with one leg. R...
Ep. 795, Treasure Island, Part 1 of 7, by Robert Louis Stevenson
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A seafaring stranger comes to the Admiral Benbow Inn, and the greatest pirate tale of all begins. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales P...
Ep. 794, The Pirates of Penzance, Part 2 of 2, by W.S. Gilbert
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Frederick discovers that he truly is a slave of duty when a certain paradox turns his world upside down. W.S. Gilbert, today on The Classic Tales Podc...
Ep. 793, Sample of The Man in the Brown Suit, by Agatha Christie
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A man dies mysteriously, and spunky Ann Beddingfeld is the only one who discovers the key to his death. Agatha Christie, today on a special episode of...
Ep. 792, The Pirates of Penzance, Part 1 of 2, by W.S. Gilbert
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Frederick is freed of his indentures to the judiciously ferocious Pirates of Penzance. What will he do with his newfound freedom? W.S. Gilbert, today ...
Ep. 791, With the Buccaneers, by Howard Pyle
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How will Captain Morgan save his fellow captain who is being held prisoner by the Spanish vice admiral? Howard Pyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcas...
Ep. 790, Pirates' Gold, Part 4 of 4, by H. Bedford-Jones
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The pirates ashore may have the treasure, but how will Ned Low and George save their skins while getting the treasure to the ship? H. Bedford-Jones, t...
Ep. 789, Pirates' Gold, Part 3 of 4, by H. Bedford-Jones
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How will Captain Ned Low and George possibly escape from the hold, and regain control of the ship? H. Bedford-Jones, today on The Classic Tales Podcas...