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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Pollyanna</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/show/pollyanna_2</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into a world where optimism and resilience are at the forefront, as suggested by the title. This theme explores how positivity and a hopeful outlook can transform lives and communities, offering a counterbalance to adversity. This podcast presents a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that embody this spirit, with a different book featured each week. Listeners will experience a variety of perspectives, time periods, and styles, ensuring fresh insights and learning opportunities with each episode. It's an invitation to explore how different characters and narratives embrace positivity in diverse circumstances. New books are added weekly, inviting listeners to discover and reflect on new stories. Check out more shows at solgoodmedia.com.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5697406/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Fiction</category><copyright>public domain</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg</url><title>Pollyanna</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/show/pollyanna_2</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 09:07:25 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Sol Good Network</itunes:name><itunes:email>solgoodmedia44@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>In a small town far out West, 11 year old Pollyanna loses her mother then her dad to disease.  The orphan is sent to be raised by her aunt who, unfortunately, does not want her but accepts her very reluctantly only out of 'duty'.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into a world where optimism and resilience are at the forefront, as suggested by the title. This theme explores how positivity and a hopeful outlook can transform lives and communities, offering a counterbalance to adversity. This podcast presents a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that embody this spirit, with a different book featured each week. Listeners will experience a variety of perspectives, time periods, and styles, ensuring fresh insights and learning opportunities with each episode. It's an invitation to explore how different characters and narratives embrace positivity in diverse circumstances. New books are added weekly, inviting listeners to discover and reflect on new stories. Check out more shows at solgoodmedia.com.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Fiction"/><itunes:category text="Arts"/><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>bff40c94-6938-5fd3-9194-d646a63f2fa6</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Bridal of Triermain-Sir Walter Scott</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bridal-of-triermain-sir-walter-scott--74989563</link><description><![CDATA[Bridal of Triermain by Sir Walter Scott is a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of love, loyalty, and the enduring power of romance. Set against a backdrop of medieval adventure, this tale explores the deep connections forged through commitment and the trials faced by those who dare to love. Its exploration of noble ideals and the pursuit of honor resonates with audiences today, reminding us of the timeless nature of human emotions and relationships. Scott's lyrical prose and vivid imagery transport listeners to a world where valor and devotion reign supreme, making this audiobook a rewarding experience for anyone who appreciates classic literature and the complexities of the heart.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74989563</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:00:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74989563/bridal_of_triermain_sir_walter_scott.mp3" length="59542402" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bridal of Triermain by Sir Walter Scott is a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of love, loyalty, and the enduring power of romance. Set against a backdrop of medieval adventure, this tale explores the deep connections forged through...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bridal of Triermain by Sir Walter Scott is a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of love, loyalty, and the enduring power of romance. Set against a backdrop of medieval adventure, this tale explores the deep connections forged through commitment and the trials faced by those who dare to love. Its exploration of noble ideals and the pursuit of honor resonates with audiences today, reminding us of the timeless nature of human emotions and relationships. Scott's lyrical prose and vivid imagery transport listeners to a world where valor and devotion reign supreme, making this audiobook a rewarding experience for anyone who appreciates classic literature and the complexities of the heart.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7435</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dawn-Eleanor H. Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dawn-eleanor-h-porter--74867228</link><description><![CDATA[Dawn-Eleanor H. Porter presents a timeless exploration of optimism and resilience in her beloved work, "Pollyanna." This story captures the essence of finding joy and hope in even the most challenging circumstances, a theme that resonates deeply in today's world. As listeners navigate their own struggles, they will be inspired by the enduring message of positivity and the transformative power of a cheerful outlook. Porter's narrative invites us to embrace life's challenges with grace and an unwavering spirit, reminding us that a simple shift in perspective can bring about profound change. Experience this classic tale that continues to uplift and inspire generations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74867228</guid><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 09:00:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74867228/dawn_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="240450945" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dawn-Eleanor H. Porter presents a timeless exploration of optimism and resilience in her beloved work, "Pollyanna." This story captures the essence of finding joy and hope in even the most challenging circumstances, a theme that resonates deeply in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dawn-Eleanor H. Porter presents a timeless exploration of optimism and resilience in her beloved work, "Pollyanna." This story captures the essence of finding joy and hope in even the most challenging circumstances, a theme that resonates deeply in today's world. As listeners navigate their own struggles, they will be inspired by the enduring message of positivity and the transformative power of a cheerful outlook. Porter's narrative invites us to embrace life's challenges with grace and an unwavering spirit, reminding us that a simple shift in perspective can bring about profound change. Experience this classic tale that continues to uplift and inspire generations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>30027</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War-Herman Melville</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/selections-from-battle-pieces-and-aspects-of-the-war-herman-melville--74861558</link><description><![CDATA["Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War" by Herman Melville offers a profound exploration of the American Civil War through a collection of poems that reflect on the brutality and moral complexities of conflict. Melville's work delves into themes of courage, sacrifice, and the human condition, making it a timeless examination of war's impact on society and the individual. The vivid imagery and poignant language resonate with readers today, as they confront the enduring questions of honor, loss, and the quest for understanding in times of strife. This collection remains a vital part of American literature, inviting listeners to reflect on the past while grappling with the echoes of history in contemporary life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74861558</guid><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 09:00:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74861558/selections_from_battle_pieces_and_aspects_of_the_war_herman_melville.mp3" length="68172186" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War" by Herman Melville offers a profound exploration of the American Civil War through a collection of poems that reflect on the brutality and moral complexities of conflict. Melville's work delves...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War" by Herman Melville offers a profound exploration of the American Civil War through a collection of poems that reflect on the brutality and moral complexities of conflict. Melville's work delves into themes of courage, sacrifice, and the human condition, making it a timeless examination of war's impact on society and the individual. The vivid imagery and poignant language resonate with readers today, as they confront the enduring questions of honor, loss, and the quest for understanding in times of strife. This collection remains a vital part of American literature, inviting listeners to reflect on the past while grappling with the echoes of history in contemporary life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8513</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Shadowy Thing-H. B. Drake</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadowy-thing-h-b-drake--74986189</link><description><![CDATA["Shadowy Thing" by H. B. Drake invites listeners into a world where the unseen and the mysterious come to life, exploring the depths of human experience and emotion. This thought-provoking work delves into themes of perception, reality, and the shadows that linger in our lives, making it a timeless piece that resonates with anyone grappling with their own inner uncertainties. As listeners journey through this evocative narrative, they are encouraged to confront their fears and embrace the complexities of existence. With its enduring relevance, "Shadowy Thing" serves as a reminder of the shadows we all face and the light we seek, making it a compelling listen for anyone seeking insight into the human condition.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74986189</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:01:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74986189/shadowy_thing_h_b_drake.mp3" length="281890729" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Shadowy Thing" by H. B. Drake invites listeners into a world where the unseen and the mysterious come to life, exploring the depths of human experience and emotion. 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The rich imagery and emotional depth resonate with listeners today, inviting reflection on personal journeys and the universal desire for connection. Byron's eloquent expression of longing and introspection continues to inspire, making this work a timeless reflection on the complexities of existence. Engaging with this canto offers a chance to ponder the enduring nature of our own pilgrimages through life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74983020</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74983020/childe_harold_s_pilgrimage_canto_iv_george_gordon_lord_byron.mp3" length="57239088" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Childe Harold's Pilgrimage Canto IV" by George Gordon, Lord Byron is a profound exploration of the human spirit’s quest for meaning and belonging. In this canto, Byron delves into themes of disillusionment and the search for solace amidst the turmoil...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Childe Harold's Pilgrimage Canto IV" by George Gordon, Lord Byron is a profound exploration of the human spirit’s quest for meaning and belonging. In this canto, Byron delves into themes of disillusionment and the search for solace amidst the turmoil of life. The rich imagery and emotional depth resonate with listeners today, inviting reflection on personal journeys and the universal desire for connection. Byron's eloquent expression of longing and introspection continues to inspire, making this work a timeless reflection on the complexities of existence. Engaging with this canto offers a chance to ponder the enduring nature of our own pilgrimages through life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7148</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Just David (Version 2)-Eleanor H. Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-david-version-2-eleanor-h-porter--74979297</link><description><![CDATA[Just David by Eleanor H. Porter tells the touching story of a young boy who navigates the challenges of life with his innate musical talent and a heart full of dreams. This timeless tale explores themes of resilience, creativity, and the power of kindness, making it a poignant reminder of the importance of nurturing one's passions and the impact of compassion on others. As listeners immerse themselves in David's journey, they will find echoes of their own struggles and aspirations, making it a relevant and inspiring choice for today's audience. The enduring message of hope and the transformative power of art resonates just as strongly now as it did when it was first penned.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74979297</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:01:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74979297/just_david_version_2_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="191596421" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Just David by Eleanor H. Porter tells the touching story of a young boy who navigates the challenges of life with his innate musical talent and a heart full of dreams. 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The enduring message of hope and the transformative power of art resonates just as strongly now as it did when it was first penned.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>23926</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Heart of Philura-Florence Morse Kingsley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/heart-of-philura-florence-morse-kingsley--74975920</link><description><![CDATA["Heart of Philura" by Florence Morse Kingsley is a poignant exploration of love, faith, and the transformative power of kindness. Set against a backdrop of personal and communal challenges, the narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the enduring spirit of compassion. Its themes of resilience and the impact of a caring heart resonate deeply in today's world, where empathy and understanding are more crucial than ever. This timeless tale reminds listeners of the profound connections that can be forged through love and the importance of nurturing our shared humanity. Experience the warmth and inspiration that "Heart of Philura" offers, making it a compelling listen for anyone seeking solace and hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74975920</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:00:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74975920/heart_of_philura_florence_morse_kingsley.mp3" length="256207619" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Heart of Philura" by Florence Morse Kingsley is a poignant exploration of love, faith, and the transformative power of kindness. Set against a backdrop of personal and communal challenges, the narrative delves into the complexities of human...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Heart of Philura" by Florence Morse Kingsley is a poignant exploration of love, faith, and the transformative power of kindness. Set against a backdrop of personal and communal challenges, the narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the enduring spirit of compassion. Its themes of resilience and the impact of a caring heart resonate deeply in today's world, where empathy and understanding are more crucial than ever. This timeless tale reminds listeners of the profound connections that can be forged through love and the importance of nurturing our shared humanity. 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Porter's insightful examination of financial concerns and their emotional implications resonates across generations, reminding us that true contentment often lies beyond monetary wealth. This enduring tale invites you to consider what it means to live a rich life, not just in terms of finances, but in spirit and connection.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74972405</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74972405/oh_money_money_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="253306489" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Oh, Money! Money! by Eleanor H. Porter explores the intricate relationship between wealth and happiness, delving into how money influences our lives and choices. This thought-provoking narrative encourages listeners to reflect on their own values and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oh, Money! Money! by Eleanor H. Porter explores the intricate relationship between wealth and happiness, delving into how money influences our lives and choices. This thought-provoking narrative encourages listeners to reflect on their own values and priorities, making it especially relevant today as society grapples with materialism and the pursuit of fulfillment. Porter's insightful examination of financial concerns and their emotional implications resonates across generations, reminding us that true contentment often lies beyond monetary wealth. This enduring tale invites you to consider what it means to live a rich life, not just in terms of finances, but in spirit and connection.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>31632</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Within and Without A Dramatic Poem-George MacDonald</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/within-and-without-a-dramatic-poem-george-macdonald--74856753</link><description><![CDATA["Within and Without" is a dramatic poem by George MacDonald that explores profound themes of faith, love, and the human experience. This lyrical work delves into the depths of the soul, examining the interplay between the seen and the unseen, and the eternal quest for understanding and connection. Its exploration of spiritual truths and the nature of existence resonates deeply with contemporary audiences, inviting reflection on the complexities of life and the search for meaning. MacDonald's masterful use of language and imagery creates a timeless narrative that continues to inspire and provoke thought, making it a compelling listen for those seeking both beauty and depth in literature.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74856753</guid><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:00:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74856753/within_and_without_a_dramatic_poem_george_macdonald.mp3" length="128125605" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Within and Without" is a dramatic poem by George MacDonald that explores profound themes of faith, love, and the human experience. This lyrical work delves into the depths of the soul, examining the interplay between the seen and the unseen, and the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Within and Without" is a dramatic poem by George MacDonald that explores profound themes of faith, love, and the human experience. This lyrical work delves into the depths of the soul, examining the interplay between the seen and the unseen, and the eternal quest for understanding and connection. Its exploration of spiritual truths and the nature of existence resonates deeply with contemporary audiences, inviting reflection on the complexities of life and the search for meaning. 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Listening to these poems now offers a chance to reflect on universal themes such as love, loss, nature, and the passage of time, which resonate just as strongly today as they did when first penned. The enduring power of these verses invites listeners to explore their own feelings and thoughts, making this collection a treasure trove for both poetry enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Experience the magic of language and the art of expression in this captivating auditory journey.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74852419</guid><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:00:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74852419/hundred_best_english_poems_various.mp3" length="123047231" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Hundred Best English Poems-Various" is a curated collection celebrating the beauty and depth of English poetry through a selection of timeless works. This anthology showcases a diverse array of voices and styles, capturing the essence of human...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Hundred Best English Poems-Various" is a curated collection celebrating the beauty and depth of English poetry through a selection of timeless works. 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The story's exploration of personal growth and the challenges faced along the journey speaks to the universal human experience, reminding us of the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. As listeners engage with this classic, they will find themselves reflecting on their own journeys and the enduring nature of hope and courage.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74968751</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:00:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74968751/girl_from_farris_s_edgar_rice_burroughs.mp3" length="86281050" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Girl from Farris's" by Edgar Rice Burroughs invites listeners into a captivating narrative that explores themes of adventure and the human spirit. 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As listeners engage with this classic, they will find themselves reflecting on their own journeys and the enduring nature of hope and courage.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10774</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>India's Love Lyrics-Laurence Hope</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/india-s-love-lyrics-laurence-hope--74963828</link><description><![CDATA[India's Love Lyrics by Laurence Hope is a captivating collection that explores the themes of love and longing through the lens of Indian culture and spirituality. The work embodies the essence of romantic yearning, blending lyrical poetry with rich imagery that transports listeners to a world of deep emotional resonance. Its timeless exploration of love's complexities remains relevant today, reminding us of the universal experiences of desire and connection that transcend cultural boundaries. This audiobook invites listeners to immerse themselves in the beauty of Hope's words, making it an enduring treasure for anyone seeking to reflect on the nature of love in its many forms.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74963828</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74963828/india_s_love_lyrics_laurence_hope.mp3" length="104735892" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>India's Love Lyrics by Laurence Hope is a captivating collection that explores the themes of love and longing through the lens of Indian culture and spirituality. The work embodies the essence of romantic yearning, blending lyrical poetry with rich...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[India's Love Lyrics by Laurence Hope is a captivating collection that explores the themes of love and longing through the lens of Indian culture and spirituality. The work embodies the essence of romantic yearning, blending lyrical poetry with rich imagery that transports listeners to a world of deep emotional resonance. Its timeless exploration of love's complexities remains relevant today, reminding us of the universal experiences of desire and connection that transcend cultural boundaries. This audiobook invites listeners to immerse themselves in the beauty of Hope's words, making it an enduring treasure for anyone seeking to reflect on the nature of love in its many forms.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13079</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Soul Winner's Secret-Samuel Logan Brengle</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/soul-winner-s-secret-samuel-logan-brengle--74959454</link><description><![CDATA["Soul Winner's Secret" by Samuel Logan Brengle delves into the profound principles of winning souls and the transformative power of faith. Brengle emphasizes the importance of a deep, personal relationship with God as the foundation for effective ministry and outreach. This timeless message resonates today, reminding listeners of the enduring call to share hope and love with others in a world often filled with despair. The insights offered in this work inspire both seasoned believers and those new to faith, urging them to embrace their role in bringing light to those around them. Engaging with Brengle's wisdom can reignite passion and purpose in the quest for spiritual connection and community.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74959454</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:00:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74959454/soul_winner_s_secret_samuel_logan_brengle.mp3" length="104476525" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Soul Winner's Secret" by Samuel Logan Brengle delves into the profound principles of winning souls and the transformative power of faith. Brengle emphasizes the importance of a deep, personal relationship with God as the foundation for effective...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Soul Winner's Secret" by Samuel Logan Brengle delves into the profound principles of winning souls and the transformative power of faith. Brengle emphasizes the importance of a deep, personal relationship with God as the foundation for effective ministry and outreach. This timeless message resonates today, reminding listeners of the enduring call to share hope and love with others in a world often filled with despair. The insights offered in this work inspire both seasoned believers and those new to faith, urging them to embrace their role in bringing light to those around them. Engaging with Brengle's wisdom can reignite passion and purpose in the quest for spiritual connection and community.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13047</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Our Village, Volume 1-Mary Russell Mitford</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-village-volume-1-mary-russell-mitford--74955580</link><description><![CDATA[Our Village, Volume 1 by Mary Russell Mitford invites listeners into a charming portrayal of rural English life in the early 19th century. Through vivid descriptions and heartfelt observations, Mitford captures the essence of village communities, showcasing their simplicity, warmth, and the intricacies of daily existence. The themes of connection and the beauty of ordinary moments resonate deeply, reminding us of the importance of community and the joys found in nature and companionship. This timeless work offers a reflective escape into a world where the small details of life are celebrated, making it a perfect listen for anyone seeking solace and inspiration in the present day.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74955580</guid><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:00:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74955580/our_village_volume_1_mary_russell_mitford.mp3" length="285522323" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Our Village, Volume 1 by Mary Russell Mitford invites listeners into a charming portrayal of rural English life in the early 19th century. Through vivid descriptions and heartfelt observations, Mitford captures the essence of village communities,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Our Village, Volume 1 by Mary Russell Mitford invites listeners into a charming portrayal of rural English life in the early 19th century. Through vivid descriptions and heartfelt observations, Mitford captures the essence of village communities, showcasing their simplicity, warmth, and the intricacies of daily existence. The themes of connection and the beauty of ordinary moments resonate deeply, reminding us of the importance of community and the joys found in nature and companionship. This timeless work offers a reflective escape into a world where the small details of life are celebrated, making it a perfect listen for anyone seeking solace and inspiration in the present day.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>35655</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>As I Lay Dying-William Faulkner</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-i-lay-dying-william-faulkner--74952565</link><description><![CDATA[As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner is a profound exploration of family, mortality, and the human condition, encapsulated in the journey of the Bundren family as they fulfill their mother's dying wish. This enduring work delves into themes of grief, resilience, and the complexities of communication, making it a timeless reflection on the struggles and bonds that define us. Faulkner's innovative narrative style and rich characterizations invite listeners to engage deeply with the text, prompting contemplation on the nature of existence and the ties that bind us to one another. Hearing this classic today offers a chance to reflect on our own lives and relationships, revealing insights that continue to resonate in a rapidly changing world.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74952565</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:00:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74952565/as_i_lay_dying_william_faulkner.mp3" length="184958715" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner is a profound exploration of family, mortality, and the human condition, encapsulated in the journey of the Bundren family as they fulfill their mother's dying wish. This enduring work delves into themes of grief,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner is a profound exploration of family, mortality, and the human condition, encapsulated in the journey of the Bundren family as they fulfill their mother's dying wish. This enduring work delves into themes of grief, resilience, and the complexities of communication, making it a timeless reflection on the struggles and bonds that define us. Faulkner's innovative narrative style and rich characterizations invite listeners to engage deeply with the text, prompting contemplation on the nature of existence and the ties that bind us to one another. 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Through a series of poignant poems and illustrations, Blake delves into themes of childhood, spirituality, and the complexities of adult life, inviting listeners to reflect on their own journeys between purity and the harsh realities of the world. This timeless work resonates today as it encourages a deeper understanding of the human condition, urging us to find balance amidst chaos and to cherish the innocence that often gets overshadowed by experience.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74846461</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:00:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74846461/songs_of_innocence_and_experience_william_blake.mp3" length="39535593" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Songs of Innocence and Experience" by William Blake is a profound exploration of the dualities of human existence, capturing the contrasting states of innocence and experience. Through a series of poignant poems and illustrations, Blake delves into...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Songs of Innocence and Experience" by William Blake is a profound exploration of the dualities of human existence, capturing the contrasting states of innocence and experience. Through a series of poignant poems and illustrations, Blake delves into themes of childhood, spirituality, and the complexities of adult life, inviting listeners to reflect on their own journeys between purity and the harsh realities of the world. This timeless work resonates today as it encourages a deeper understanding of the human condition, urging us to find balance amidst chaos and to cherish the innocence that often gets overshadowed by experience.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4937</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gone Fishing-James H. Schmitz</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gone-fishing-james-h-schmitz--74839111</link><description><![CDATA["Gone Fishing" by James H. Schmitz invites listeners into a world where the simple act of fishing transcends mere recreation, exploring deeper themes of connection and the human experience. This engaging tale captures the essence of seeking tranquility and fulfillment in life's quiet moments, making it a timeless reminder of the importance of stepping back and reflecting on what truly matters. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, the story's enduring message about the joy found in nature and the pursuit of peace resonates now more than ever. Schmitz's narrative encourages us to embrace the serenity of our surroundings, offering a refreshing perspective that is both grounding and uplifting.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74839111</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74839111/gone_fishing_james_h_schmitz.mp3" length="53209519" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Gone Fishing" by James H. 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Schmitz's narrative encourages us to embrace the serenity of our surroundings, offering a refreshing perspective that is both grounding and uplifting.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6645</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Fate of Fenella-Various</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/fate-of-fenella-various--74949913</link><description><![CDATA[Fate of Fenella-Various invites listeners into a rich tapestry of intertwined stories that explore the complexities of destiny and choice. This collection reflects on the human experience, delving into the themes of fate and the impact of our decisions, making it a timeless exploration of life’s unpredictable nature. With its enduring relevance, the book resonates with anyone grappling with the uncertainty of their own paths, reminding us that our choices shape not only our futures but also the lives of those around us. As you immerse yourself in these narratives, you'll find echoes of your own journey, making this audiobook a compelling listen for anyone seeking insight into the human condition.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74949913</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:01:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74949913/fate_of_fenella_various.mp3" length="213211756" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Fate of Fenella-Various invites listeners into a rich tapestry of intertwined stories that explore the complexities of destiny and choice. This collection reflects on the human experience, delving into the themes of fate and the impact of our...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Fate of Fenella-Various invites listeners into a rich tapestry of intertwined stories that explore the complexities of destiny and choice. This collection reflects on the human experience, delving into the themes of fate and the impact of our decisions, making it a timeless exploration of life’s unpredictable nature. With its enduring relevance, the book resonates with anyone grappling with the uncertainty of their own paths, reminding us that our choices shape not only our futures but also the lives of those around us. As you immerse yourself in these narratives, you'll find echoes of your own journey, making this audiobook a compelling listen for anyone seeking insight into the human condition.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>26625</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Just David-Eleanor H. Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-david-eleanor-h-porter--74947438</link><description><![CDATA["Just David" by Eleanor H. Porter is a heartwarming tale that explores the life of a gifted boy named David, who navigates the challenges of growing up with a unique talent. This story resonates with timeless themes of individuality, perseverance, and the importance of kindness in a world that can often feel unwelcoming. As David discovers his place in the world, listeners will be reminded of the power of compassion and the impact one person can have on the lives of others. Porter's ability to capture the essence of childhood and the journey toward self-acceptance makes this audiobook an enduring classic, relevant for both young and adult audiences alike.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74947438</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:00:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74947438/just_david_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="196992638" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Just David" by Eleanor H. Porter is a heartwarming tale that explores the life of a gifted boy named David, who navigates the challenges of growing up with a unique talent. 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Through the eyes of the titular character, the poem delves into themes of disillusionment, the search for meaning, and the beauty of the world contrasted with personal despair. Byron's lyrical mastery invites listeners to reflect on their own lives and the universal quest for purpose. This work remains enduring as it captures the essence of romanticism and the complexities of human emotions, making it a timeless piece that resonates with anyone contemplating their place in the world.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74944717</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:01:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74944717/childe_harold_s_pilgrimage_cantos_i_ii_george_gordon_lord_byron.mp3" length="64515248" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Childe Harold's Pilgrimage Cantos I by II-George Gordon, Lord Byron is a profound exploration of the journey of self-discovery and the human condition. Through the eyes of the titular character, the poem delves into themes of disillusionment, the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Childe Harold's Pilgrimage Cantos I by II-George Gordon, Lord Byron is a profound exploration of the journey of self-discovery and the human condition. Through the eyes of the titular character, the poem delves into themes of disillusionment, the search for meaning, and the beauty of the world contrasted with personal despair. Byron's lyrical mastery invites listeners to reflect on their own lives and the universal quest for purpose. This work remains enduring as it captures the essence of romanticism and the complexities of human emotions, making it a timeless piece that resonates with anyone contemplating their place in the world.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8056</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Flowers from the Garden of Saint Francis for Every Day of the Year-Saint Francis of Assisi</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/flowers-from-the-garden-of-saint-francis-for-every-day-of-the-year-saint-francis-of-assisi--74941121</link><description><![CDATA["Flowers from the Garden of Saint Francis for Every Day of the Year" offers daily reflections inspired by the teachings and spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi. This collection serves as a guide for those seeking to cultivate a deeper connection with their faith and a more profound appreciation for the beauty of creation. Each day's offering encourages mindfulness and gratitude, resonating with timeless themes of compassion, simplicity, and love for all living things. As listeners engage with these daily inspirations, they are invited to reflect on their own lives and the impact of Franciscan values in a modern context, making this a valuable companion for anyone on a spiritual journey.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74941121</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:01:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74941121/flowers_from_the_garden_of_saint_francis_for_every_day_of_the_year_saint_francis_of_assisi.mp3" length="59906905" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Flowers from the Garden of Saint Francis for Every Day of the Year" offers daily reflections inspired by the teachings and spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi. 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As listeners engage with these daily inspirations, they are invited to reflect on their own lives and the impact of Franciscan values in a modern context, making this a valuable companion for anyone on a spiritual journey.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7481</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Night Club-Herbert George Jenkins</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/night-club-herbert-george-jenkins--74938639</link><description><![CDATA["Night Club" by Herbert George Jenkins invites listeners into a world of intrigue and social dynamics, exploring the vibrant atmosphere of nightlife and the complexities of human interactions within it. This engaging narrative captures the essence of a bygone era while reflecting timeless themes of connection, ambition, and the pursuit of pleasure. The allure of nightclubs continues to resonate today, as they serve as a backdrop for personal stories and societal observations that remain relevant. Jenkins' keen insights into character motivations and the interplay of relationships make this audiobook a captivating experience, offering both entertainment and a mirror to our own lives.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74938639</guid><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:01:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74938639/night_club_herbert_george_jenkins.mp3" length="214597894" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Night Club" by Herbert George Jenkins invites listeners into a world of intrigue and social dynamics, exploring the vibrant atmosphere of nightlife and the complexities of human interactions within it. This engaging narrative captures the essence of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Night Club" by Herbert George Jenkins invites listeners into a world of intrigue and social dynamics, exploring the vibrant atmosphere of nightlife and the complexities of human interactions within it. This engaging narrative captures the essence of a bygone era while reflecting timeless themes of connection, ambition, and the pursuit of pleasure. The allure of nightclubs continues to resonate today, as they serve as a backdrop for personal stories and societal observations that remain relevant. Jenkins' keen insights into character motivations and the interplay of relationships make this audiobook a captivating experience, offering both entertainment and a mirror to our own lives.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>26798</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Many Gods-Cale Young Rice</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/many-gods-cale-young-rice--74830517</link><description><![CDATA[Many Gods by Cale Young Rice explores the intricate relationship between humanity and the divine, delving into themes of faith, spirituality, and the myriad ways in which people connect with the sacred. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the diverse expressions of faith that exist in the world. Its exploration of universal questions about existence and the nature of divinity remains relevant today, as individuals continue to seek meaning in an increasingly complex society. The enduring quality of Rice's insights encourages a deeper understanding of our shared human experience and the spiritual journeys we all undertake.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74830517</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:01:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74830517/many_gods_cale_young_rice.mp3" length="40889644" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Many Gods by Cale Young Rice explores the intricate relationship between humanity and the divine, delving into themes of faith, spirituality, and the myriad ways in which people connect with the sacred. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Many Gods by Cale Young Rice explores the intricate relationship between humanity and the divine, delving into themes of faith, spirituality, and the myriad ways in which people connect with the sacred. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the diverse expressions of faith that exist in the world. Its exploration of universal questions about existence and the nature of divinity remains relevant today, as individuals continue to seek meaning in an increasingly complex society. The enduring quality of Rice's insights encourages a deeper understanding of our shared human experience and the spiritual journeys we all undertake.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5106</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Labrador Days-Sir Wilfred Grenfell</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/labrador-days-sir-wilfred-grenfell--74819297</link><description><![CDATA["Labrador Days-Sir Wilfred Grenfell" invites listeners into the life and experiences of Sir Wilfred Grenfell, a remarkable figure whose dedication to the people of Labrador shaped his legacy. This audiobook captures the essence of Grenfell's work, highlighting themes of compassion, resilience, and the spirit of service that continue to resonate today. As he navigates the challenges of remote communities and the harsh realities of life in Labrador, Grenfell's unwavering faith and commitment to humanitarian efforts inspire a sense of hope and purpose. Engaging with this timeless narrative not only honors his contributions but also encourages a reflection on our own capacity for kindness and the impact we can have on others.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74819297</guid><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:01:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74819297/labrador_days_sir_wilfred_grenfell.mp3" length="119115466" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Labrador Days-Sir Wilfred Grenfell" invites listeners into the life and experiences of Sir Wilfred Grenfell, a remarkable figure whose dedication to the people of Labrador shaped his legacy. This audiobook captures the essence of Grenfell's work,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Labrador Days-Sir Wilfred Grenfell" invites listeners into the life and experiences of Sir Wilfred Grenfell, a remarkable figure whose dedication to the people of Labrador shaped his legacy. This audiobook captures the essence of Grenfell's work, highlighting themes of compassion, resilience, and the spirit of service that continue to resonate today. As he navigates the challenges of remote communities and the harsh realities of life in Labrador, Grenfell's unwavering faith and commitment to humanitarian efforts inspire a sense of hope and purpose. Engaging with this timeless narrative not only honors his contributions but also encourages a reflection on our own capacity for kindness and the impact we can have on others.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>14875</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Aleriel or A Voyage to Other Worlds - Wladislaw Lach-Szyrma</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/aleriel-or-a-voyage-to-other-worlds-wladislaw-lach-szyrma--74713960</link><description><![CDATA[When an Oxford undergraduate meets by chance, a mysterious stranger, during a walking tour of France, he does not know that the unusual charismatic being he has made the acquaintance of, is in fact a disguised alien being, named Aleriel. Coming from the planet of peace, Venus, this space traveler claims to be visiting Earth for the first time. Thus begins an unusual interplanetary friendship, that takes our Oxford graduate on an amazing adventure, first into the war-torn streets of Paris, then across the English Channel, to busy London and finally on to tranquil Oxford. Aleriel then leaves his friend and explores many parts of the earth, to discover the state of mankind and humanity, before departing in his 'ether car' for the Moon, then returning to his home planet to report all his findings to advanced beings there. Aleriel next experiences, with two Venusian companions, an perilous, exciting and illuminating tour, of the solar system, visiting first Mars, the asteroids and planetary moons and finally, mighty and mysterious Saturn and Jupiter. All this extra-terrestrial experience, Aleriel records in a fantastic journal, which arrives mysteriously at our now-married undergraduate's home. It is an incredible story. But is it really the truth or just a very clever hoax? Our young couple travel to meet Aleriel in the mountains of Switzerland, determined to find out. A contemporary of both Jules Verne, the fantasy Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer-Lytton, and later the futuristic writer HG Wells, This 1883 novel by Polish-English curate, author and historian: Wladislav Lach-Szyrma, is an extraordinary, futuristic and visionary tale, will entertain, enlighten and intrigue every listener. Nigel C.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74713960</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:01:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74713960/aleriel_or_a_voyage_to_other_worlds_wladislaw_lach_szyrma.mp3" length="152041254" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When an Oxford undergraduate meets by chance, a mysterious stranger, during a walking tour of France, he does not know that the unusual charismatic being he has made the acquaintance of, is in fact a disguised alien being, named Aleriel. Coming from...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When an Oxford undergraduate meets by chance, a mysterious stranger, during a walking tour of France, he does not know that the unusual charismatic being he has made the acquaintance of, is in fact a disguised alien being, named Aleriel. Coming from the planet of peace, Venus, this space traveler claims to be visiting Earth for the first time. Thus begins an unusual interplanetary friendship, that takes our Oxford graduate on an amazing adventure, first into the war-torn streets of Paris, then across the English Channel, to busy London and finally on to tranquil Oxford. Aleriel then leaves his friend and explores many parts of the earth, to discover the state of mankind and humanity, before departing in his 'ether car' for the Moon, then returning to his home planet to report all his findings to advanced beings there. Aleriel next experiences, with two Venusian companions, an perilous, exciting and illuminating tour, of the solar system, visiting first Mars, the asteroids and planetary moons and finally, mighty and mysterious Saturn and Jupiter. All this extra-terrestrial experience, Aleriel records in a fantastic journal, which arrives mysteriously at our now-married undergraduate's home. It is an incredible story. But is it really the truth or just a very clever hoax? Our young couple travel to meet Aleriel in the mountains of Switzerland, determined to find out. A contemporary of both Jules Verne, the fantasy Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer-Lytton, and later the futuristic writer HG Wells, This 1883 novel by Polish-English curate, author and historian: Wladislav Lach-Szyrma, is an extraordinary, futuristic and visionary tale, will entertain, enlighten and intrigue every listener. Nigel C.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>19005</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Second Variety - Philip K Dick</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/second-variety-philip-k-dick--74705679</link><description><![CDATA[Early victories by the USSR in a global nuclear war cause the United Nations government to retreat to the moon leaving behind troops and fierce autonomous robots called “Claws”, which reproduce and redesign themselves in unmanned subterranean factories. After six bloody years of conflict the Soviets call for an urgent conference and UN Major Joseph Hendricks sets out to meet them. Along the way he will discover what the Claws have been up to, and it isn’t good… - Second Variety was first published in the May 1953 edition of Space Science Fiction Magazine. 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After six bloody years of conflict the Soviets call for an urgent conference and UN Major Joseph Hendricks sets out to meet them. Along the way he will discover what the Claws have been up to, and it isn’t good… - Second Variety was first published in the May 1953 edition of Space Science Fiction Magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6213</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Journey from This World to the Next - Henry Fielding</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/journey-from-this-world-to-the-next-henry-fielding--74259402</link><description><![CDATA["Journey from This World to the Next" by Henry Fielding invites listeners to explore the afterlife through the eyes of a narrator who meets his end in the very first sentence. As he recounts his travels beyond death, Fielding employs gentle satire to reflect on the absurdities of life on earth. This timeless exploration of existence and the human condition resonates with audiences today, reminding us to contemplate our lives and the choices we make. Fielding’s sharp wit and keen observations on society encourage listeners to reflect on their own journeys, making this audiobook a thought-provoking experience that continues to hold relevance across generations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74259402</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:01:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74259402/journey_from_this_world_to_the_next_henry_fielding.mp3" length="171039418" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Journey from This World to the Next" by Henry Fielding invites listeners to explore the afterlife through the eyes of a narrator who meets his end in the very first sentence. As he recounts his travels beyond death, Fielding employs gentle satire to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Journey from This World to the Next" by Henry Fielding invites listeners to explore the afterlife through the eyes of a narrator who meets his end in the very first sentence. As he recounts his travels beyond death, Fielding employs gentle satire to reflect on the absurdities of life on earth. This timeless exploration of existence and the human condition resonates with audiences today, reminding us to contemplate our lives and the choices we make. Fielding’s sharp wit and keen observations on society encourage listeners to reflect on their own journeys, making this audiobook a thought-provoking experience that continues to hold relevance across generations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>21380</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Otherworld Cadences - F S Flint</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/otherworld-cadences-f-s-flint--74264191</link><description><![CDATA["Otherworld Cadences" by F S Flint is a poignant collection that showcases the author's mastery of language and poetic form, influenced by the Imagist movement and his friendships with literary giants like Ezra Pound. Flint's journey from a self-taught poet, who began writing at the tender age of 17, to a prominent figure in the early 20th-century literary scene is a testament to the enduring power of creativity and resilience. This final collection, rich with innovative imagery and reflective themes, resonates today as it explores the complexities of love and loss, echoing the timeless human experience. Listening to Flint's work invites a deeper appreciation for the beauty of language and the emotional depths that poetry can explore.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74264191</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:01:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74264191/otherworld_cadences_f_s_flint.mp3" length="42980347" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Otherworld Cadences" by F S Flint is a poignant collection that showcases the author's mastery of language and poetic form, influenced by the Imagist movement and his friendships with literary giants like Ezra Pound. Flint's journey from a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Otherworld Cadences" by F S Flint is a poignant collection that showcases the author's mastery of language and poetic form, influenced by the Imagist movement and his friendships with literary giants like Ezra Pound. Flint's journey from a self-taught poet, who began writing at the tender age of 17, to a prominent figure in the early 20th-century literary scene is a testament to the enduring power of creativity and resilience. This final collection, rich with innovative imagery and reflective themes, resonates today as it explores the complexities of love and loss, echoing the timeless human experience. Listening to Flint's work invites a deeper appreciation for the beauty of language and the emotional depths that poetry can explore.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5373</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--74458956</link><description><![CDATA["Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook on life, exemplified by her creation of "The Glad Game," encourages her to find joy in every circumstance, no matter how bleak. This philosophy not only transforms her own life but also revitalizes her aunt's somber New England town, fostering a sense of community and happiness. However, Pollyanna's unwavering positivity is challenged when she faces a life-altering accident that leaves her unable to walk. The themes of hope, the power of a positive mindset, and the importance of community resonate deeply, reminding us of the enduring strength found in optimism, even amidst adversity. This classic work continues to inspire readers to seek out the good in every situation, highlighting the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74458956</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:57:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74458956/pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="198957077" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook on life, exemplified by her creation of "The Glad Game," encourages her to find joy in every circumstance, no matter how bleak. This philosophy not only transforms her own life but also revitalizes her aunt's somber New England town, fostering a sense of community and happiness. However, Pollyanna's unwavering positivity is challenged when she faces a life-altering accident that leaves her unable to walk. The themes of hope, the power of a positive mindset, and the importance of community resonate deeply, reminding us of the enduring strength found in optimism, even amidst adversity. This classic work continues to inspire readers to seek out the good in every situation, highlighting the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>24870</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>In Seven Stages A Flying Trip Around the World by Elizabeth Bisland - Elizabeth Bisland</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-seven-stages-a-flying-trip-around-the-world-by-elizabeth-bisland-elizabeth-bisland--73830000</link><description><![CDATA["In Seven Stages: A Flying Trip Around the World" by Elizabeth Bisland chronicles her remarkable journey in 1889, undertaken to compete against Nellie Bly's famous race around the globe. As Bisland embarks on her adventure just hours after being recruited, she sets off westward from New York, capturing the spirit of determination and the quest for recognition amid the thrill of exploration. The contrasting media attention between Bisland and Bly highlights themes of gender, ambition, and the pursuit of one's dreams, making this tale resonate with modern listeners. Bisland's story serves as a reminder of the courage it takes to carve one's path in a world that often favors the loudest voices.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73830000</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:01:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73830000/in_seven_stages_a_flying_trip_around_the_world_by_elizabeth_bisland_elizabeth_bisland.mp3" length="119819831" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"In Seven Stages: A Flying Trip Around the World" by Elizabeth Bisland chronicles her remarkable journey in 1889, undertaken to compete against Nellie Bly's famous race around the globe. 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Bisland's story serves as a reminder of the courage it takes to carve one's path in a world that often favors the loudest voices.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>14978</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dreams of a Spirit-Seer - Immanuel Kant</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dreams-of-a-spirit-seer-immanuel-kant--73819273</link><description><![CDATA["Dreams of a Spirit-Seer" by Immanuel Kant offers a thoughtful analysis of the writings of Emanuel Swedenborg, a contemporary philosopher known for his spiritualist views. Kant delves into Swedenborg's ideas, which continue to captivate audiences and inspire discussions on spirituality and philosophy. This exploration provides a lens through which to examine the intersection of faith and reason, themes that remain relevant today as individuals seek to understand the complexities of existence and the nature of the spiritual world. The enduring nature of these ideas invites listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the philosophical questions that shape human experience.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73819273</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:01:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73819273/dreams_of_a_spirit_seer_immanuel_kant.mp3" length="60242662" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Dreams of a Spirit-Seer" by Immanuel Kant offers a thoughtful analysis of the writings of Emanuel Swedenborg, a contemporary philosopher known for his spiritualist views. Kant delves into Swedenborg's ideas, which continue to captivate audiences and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Dreams of a Spirit-Seer" by Immanuel Kant offers a thoughtful analysis of the writings of Emanuel Swedenborg, a contemporary philosopher known for his spiritualist views. Kant delves into Swedenborg's ideas, which continue to captivate audiences and inspire discussions on spirituality and philosophy. This exploration provides a lens through which to examine the intersection of faith and reason, themes that remain relevant today as individuals seek to understand the complexities of existence and the nature of the spiritual world. The enduring nature of these ideas invites listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the philosophical questions that shape human experience.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7531</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--74458790</link><description><![CDATA["Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook on life, exemplified by her creation of "The Glad Game," encourages her to find joy in every circumstance, no matter how bleak. This philosophy not only transforms her own life but also revitalizes her aunt's somber New England town, fostering a sense of community and happiness. However, Pollyanna's unwavering positivity is challenged when she faces a life-altering accident that leaves her unable to walk. The themes of hope, the power of a positive mindset, and the importance of community resonate deeply, reminding us of the enduring strength found in optimism, even amidst adversity. This classic work continues to inspire readers to seek out the good in every situation, highlighting the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74458790</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:00:04 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74458790/pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="198957077" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook on life, exemplified by her creation of "The Glad Game," encourages her to find joy in every circumstance, no matter how bleak. This philosophy not only transforms her own life but also revitalizes her aunt's somber New England town, fostering a sense of community and happiness. However, Pollyanna's unwavering positivity is challenged when she faces a life-altering accident that leaves her unable to walk. The themes of hope, the power of a positive mindset, and the importance of community resonate deeply, reminding us of the enduring strength found in optimism, even amidst adversity. This classic work continues to inspire readers to seek out the good in every situation, highlighting the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>24870</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Hymns and Spiritual Songs - J C Ryle</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hymns-and-spiritual-songs-j-c-ryle--73791352</link><description><![CDATA["Hymns and Spiritual Songs" by J.C. Ryle is a heartfelt collection aimed at providing comfort and edification for Christians, particularly those in private reflection or facing illness. Ryle emphasizes the enduring power of hymns to encapsulate holy thoughts and experiences that often resonate more deeply than prose. This volume captures a wide range of themes, from the life and intercession of Jesus Christ to the struggles and joys of believers, making it a treasure trove for those seeking spiritual solace. Its rich array of hymns speaks to the universal human experience of faith, ensuring that these sacred songs remain relevant and uplifting across generations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73791352</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:00:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73791352/hymns_and_spiritual_songs_j_c_ryle.mp3" length="283952900" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Hymns and Spiritual Songs" by J.C. Ryle is a heartfelt collection aimed at providing comfort and edification for Christians, particularly those in private reflection or facing illness. Ryle emphasizes the enduring power of hymns to encapsulate holy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Hymns and Spiritual Songs" by J.C. Ryle is a heartfelt collection aimed at providing comfort and edification for Christians, particularly those in private reflection or facing illness. Ryle emphasizes the enduring power of hymns to encapsulate holy thoughts and experiences that often resonate more deeply than prose. This volume captures a wide range of themes, from the life and intercession of Jesus Christ to the struggles and joys of believers, making it a treasure trove for those seeking spiritual solace. Its rich array of hymns speaks to the universal human experience of faith, ensuring that these sacred songs remain relevant and uplifting across generations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>35494</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Machine that Saved the World - Murray Leinster</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/machine-that-saved-the-world-murray-leinster--73767201</link><description><![CDATA["Machine that Saved the World" by Murray Leinster takes listeners into a gripping narrative set in the far future of 1972, where Staff Sergeant Bellews grapples with mysterious broadcasts from space that wreak havoc on Earth’s technology. As these sinister emanations destroy transmitters and disrupt everyday machines, Bellews, an expert in a groundbreaking technology that allows ordinary devices to learn and improve, is drawn into a conflict that becomes personal. This story explores themes of innovation, the unforeseen consequences of technology, and the human response to existential threats, making it a timeless reflection on our relationship with machines and the unknown.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73767201</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:01:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73767201/machine_that_saved_the_world_murray_leinster.mp3" length="46434672" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Machine that Saved the World" by Murray Leinster takes listeners into a gripping narrative set in the far future of 1972, where Staff Sergeant Bellews grapples with mysterious broadcasts from space that wreak havoc on Earth’s technology. As these...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Machine that Saved the World" by Murray Leinster takes listeners into a gripping narrative set in the far future of 1972, where Staff Sergeant Bellews grapples with mysterious broadcasts from space that wreak havoc on Earth’s technology. As these sinister emanations destroy transmitters and disrupt everyday machines, Bellews, an expert in a groundbreaking technology that allows ordinary devices to learn and improve, is drawn into a conflict that becomes personal. This story explores themes of innovation, the unforeseen consequences of technology, and the human response to existential threats, making it a timeless reflection on our relationship with machines and the unknown.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5805</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Characters Of Theophrastus - Theophrastus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/characters-of-theophrastus-theophrastus--73742470</link><description><![CDATA["Characters of Theophrastus" by Theophrastus offers a compelling exploration of moral types through thirty concise and incisive character sketches that illuminate the essence of human nature. As a successor to Aristotle, Theophrastus presents a valuable portrait of social life in ancient Greece, while his keen observations resonate with contemporary audiences, revealing the timelessness of human behavior. These early attempts at systematic character writing provide insights that remain relevant today, as the traits he describes could easily apply to individuals in modern cities like London or Boston.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73742470</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:01:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73742470/characters_of_theophrastus_theophrastus.mp3" length="43633042" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Characters of Theophrastus" by Theophrastus offers a compelling exploration of moral types through thirty concise and incisive character sketches that illuminate the essence of human nature. As a successor to Aristotle, Theophrastus presents a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Characters of Theophrastus" by Theophrastus offers a compelling exploration of moral types through thirty concise and incisive character sketches that illuminate the essence of human nature. As a successor to Aristotle, Theophrastus presents a valuable portrait of social life in ancient Greece, while his keen observations resonate with contemporary audiences, revealing the timelessness of human behavior. These early attempts at systematic character writing provide insights that remain relevant today, as the traits he describes could easily apply to individuals in modern cities like London or Boston.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5454</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Martyrs of Science or the Lives of Galileo Tycho Brahe and Kepler - David Brewster</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/martyrs-of-science-or-the-lives-of-galileo-tycho-brahe-and-kepler-david-brewster--73691831</link><description><![CDATA[“Martyrs of Science” offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of three monumental figures in the scientific revolution: Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Through their groundbreaking achievements and the adversities they faced, the book illuminates how these men not only transformed our understanding of the cosmos but also paved the way for future generations to explore the mysteries of science. Brewster emphasizes the originality of their work, countering claims that sought to diminish their contributions. The enduring themes of perseverance in the face of opposition and the quest for truth resonate strongly today, reminding us of the vital importance of scientific inquiry and integrity in the pursuit of knowledge.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73691831</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:01:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73691831/martyrs_of_science_or_the_lives_of_galileo_tycho_brahe_and_kepler_david_brewster.mp3" length="150965515" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>“Martyrs of Science” offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of three monumental figures in the scientific revolution: Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Through their groundbreaking achievements and the adversities they faced, the book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[“Martyrs of Science” offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of three monumental figures in the scientific revolution: Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Through their groundbreaking achievements and the adversities they faced, the book illuminates how these men not only transformed our understanding of the cosmos but also paved the way for future generations to explore the mysteries of science. Brewster emphasizes the originality of their work, countering claims that sought to diminish their contributions. The enduring themes of perseverance in the face of opposition and the quest for truth resonate strongly today, reminding us of the vital importance of scientific inquiry and integrity in the pursuit of knowledge.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>18871</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Red Cross Spirit Speaks - John Huston Finley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/red-cross-spirit-speaks-john-huston-finley--73673221</link><description><![CDATA["Red Cross Spirit Speaks" by John Huston Finley is a poignant reflection on the dedication of the Red Cross and the vital comfort it provides to those in distress, particularly in times of war and calamity. As we remember the sacrifices of the fallen and the service of those who have faced adversity, this collection of recordings serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of compassion and humanitarianism. Finley's experiences leading the Red Cross Commission in Palestine during the First World War lend a profound authenticity to the themes of sacrifice and solace. This message of hope and solidarity resonates deeply today, reminding us of the importance of caring for one another in our most challenging moments.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673221</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:01:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73673221/red_cross_spirit_speaks_john_huston_finley.mp3" length="17109458" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/91a095a4-1f9a-4593-9b2f-2cd8e61099f8/91a095a4-1f9a-4593-9b2f-2cd8e61099f8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/91a095a4-1f9a-4593-9b2f-2cd8e61099f8/91a095a4-1f9a-4593-9b2f-2cd8e61099f8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/91a095a4-1f9a-4593-9b2f-2cd8e61099f8/91a095a4-1f9a-4593-9b2f-2cd8e61099f8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Red Cross Spirit Speaks" by John Huston Finley is a poignant reflection on the dedication of the Red Cross and the vital comfort it provides to those in distress, particularly in times of war and calamity. As we remember the sacrifices of the fallen...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Red Cross Spirit Speaks" by John Huston Finley is a poignant reflection on the dedication of the Red Cross and the vital comfort it provides to those in distress, particularly in times of war and calamity. As we remember the sacrifices of the fallen and the service of those who have faced adversity, this collection of recordings serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of compassion and humanitarianism. Finley's experiences leading the Red Cross Commission in Palestine during the First World War lend a profound authenticity to the themes of sacrifice and solace. This message of hope and solidarity resonates deeply today, reminding us of the importance of caring for one another in our most challenging moments.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2139</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Discoverers and Explorers - Edward R Shaw</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/discoverers-and-explorers-edward-r-shaw--73654049</link><description><![CDATA["Discoverers and Explorers" by Edward R. Shaw recounts the thrilling tales of brave adventurers who dared to venture into the mysterious "Sea of Darkness," a realm filled with fears of monsters and vengeful gods. These explorers challenged the prevailing belief that the world was flat, risking their lives to sail near the equator, where it was thought the heat could boil the ocean. Their courage in the face of these daunting fears highlights the enduring human spirit of exploration and discovery. This audiobook serves as a powerful reminder of the audacity required to push beyond the known, a theme that resonates deeply in our own quests for knowledge and understanding today.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73654049</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:01:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73654049/discoverers_and_explorers_edward_r_shaw.mp3" length="63974292" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Discoverers and Explorers" by Edward R. 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This audiobook serves as a powerful reminder of the audacity required to push beyond the known, a theme that resonates deeply in our own quests for knowledge and understanding today.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7997</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Science and the Modern World - Alfred North Whitehead</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/science-and-the-modern-world-alfred-north-whitehead--73636273</link><description><![CDATA["Science and the Modern World" by Alfred North Whitehead explores the vital connection between science and philosophy, emphasizing their historical divorce and the need for their reunion in contemporary thought. Whitehead's work is not only significant but also beautifully written, inviting readers to reflect on the evolution of scientific ideas and their implications for modern understanding. Each chapter provides a clear overview of different epochs in scientific thought, revealing how past ideas contribute to or detract from present knowledge.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636273</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:01:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73636273/science_and_the_modern_world_alfred_north_whitehead.mp3" length="218868085" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Science and the Modern World" by Alfred North Whitehead explores the vital connection between science and philosophy, emphasizing their historical divorce and the need for their reunion in contemporary thought. Whitehead's work is not only...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Science and the Modern World" by Alfred North Whitehead explores the vital connection between science and philosophy, emphasizing their historical divorce and the need for their reunion in contemporary thought. Whitehead's work is not only significant but also beautifully written, inviting readers to reflect on the evolution of scientific ideas and their implications for modern understanding. Each chapter provides a clear overview of different epochs in scientific thought, revealing how past ideas contribute to or detract from present knowledge.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>27359</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Book of Saint Basil On the Spirit - Basil of Caesarea</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/book-of-saint-basil-on-the-spirit-basil-of-caesarea--73607782</link><description><![CDATA["The Book of Saint Basil On the Spirit" addresses the theological implications of the Holy Spirit's nature, particularly in response to the Arian heresy that diminished the dignity of both the Holy Ghost and the Son. St. Basil, urged by his cousin Amphilochius, sought to clarify the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, which had been left somewhat ambiguous in earlier definitions. This work not only solidifies the understanding of the Holy Trinity but also highlights the importance of theological clarity in faith. Its exploration of foundational Christian beliefs remains relevant today, as discussions about the nature of divinity and the role of the Holy Spirit continue to resonate within modern spiritual discourse.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73607782</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73607782/book_of_saint_basil_on_the_spirit_basil_of_caesarea.mp3" length="151726871" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"The Book of Saint Basil On the Spirit" addresses the theological implications of the Holy Spirit's nature, particularly in response to the Arian heresy that diminished the dignity of both the Holy Ghost and the Son. St. Basil, urged by his cousin...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["The Book of Saint Basil On the Spirit" addresses the theological implications of the Holy Spirit's nature, particularly in response to the Arian heresy that diminished the dignity of both the Holy Ghost and the Son. St. Basil, urged by his cousin Amphilochius, sought to clarify the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, which had been left somewhat ambiguous in earlier definitions. This work not only solidifies the understanding of the Holy Trinity but also highlights the importance of theological clarity in faith. Its exploration of foundational Christian beliefs remains relevant today, as discussions about the nature of divinity and the role of the Holy Spirit continue to resonate within modern spiritual discourse.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>18966</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>In the Fourth Year Anticipations of a World Peace - H G Wells</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-fourth-year-anticipations-of-a-world-peace-h-g-wells--73583528</link><description><![CDATA[In the Fourth Year is a thought-provoking collection by H.G. Wells, compiled in the spring of 1918, that addresses the urgent need for establishing lasting peace in the aftermath of World War I. Through a series of essays, Wells explores plans for the League of Nations and delves into the complexities of post-war politics, making a compelling case for cooperative international relations. The themes of unity and the pursuit of peace resonate powerfully today, reminding us of the ongoing challenges in global diplomacy and the importance of collaboration in a fractured world. Wells' insights not only reflect the historical context of his time but also serve as a timeless call to action for future generations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73583528</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73583528/in_the_fourth_year_anticipations_of_a_world_peace_h_g_wells.mp3" length="125667249" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In the Fourth Year is a thought-provoking collection by H.G. 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Wells' insights not only reflect the historical context of his time but also serve as a timeless call to action for future generations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>15709</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Carpenter's World Travels Australia New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas - Frank G Carpenter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/carpenter-s-world-travels-australia-new-zealand-and-some-other-islands-of-the-south-seas-frank-g-carpenter--73532182</link><description><![CDATA["Carpenter's World Travels Australia New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas" by Frank G Carpenter offers a captivating glimpse into the diverse landscapes and cultures of the South Pacific, as experienced over a century ago. Through vivid descriptions of native life, stunning scenery, and the vibrant commerce of places like Sydney, Tonga, and Fiji, Carpenter paints a rich portrait of a world that, while changed, still resonates with themes of exploration and discovery. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the enduring spirit of travel and the connections we share with distant lands, reminding us that the allure of adventure and the beauty of nature remain timeless.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73532182</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73532182/carpenter_s_world_travels_australia_new_zealand_and_some_other_islands_of_the_south_seas_frank_g_carpenter.mp3" length="235423497" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Carpenter's World Travels Australia New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas" by Frank G Carpenter offers a captivating glimpse into the diverse landscapes and cultures of the South Pacific, as experienced over a century ago. Through...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Carpenter's World Travels Australia New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas" by Frank G Carpenter offers a captivating glimpse into the diverse landscapes and cultures of the South Pacific, as experienced over a century ago. Through vivid descriptions of native life, stunning scenery, and the vibrant commerce of places like Sydney, Tonga, and Fiji, Carpenter paints a rich portrait of a world that, while changed, still resonates with themes of exploration and discovery. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the enduring spirit of travel and the connections we share with distant lands, reminding us that the allure of adventure and the beauty of nature remain timeless.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>29428</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>It's Your Fairy Tale You Know - Elizabeth Rhodes Jackson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-your-fairy-tale-you-know-elizabeth-rhodes-jackson--73506157</link><description><![CDATA["It's Your Fairy Tale You Know" by Elizabeth Rhodes Jackson invites listeners into the imaginative world of Wendell, a typical boy from Boston who finds joy in fairy stories and baseball, much to the chagrin of his struggles with fractions. This charming narrative captures the essence of childhood wonder and the importance of pursuing one's passions, even when faced with challenges. Its themes of imagination and resilience resonate deeply today, reminding us that the pursuit of what we love can bring joy and fulfillment, even in a world filled with obligations. Wendell's journey serves as a timeless reminder to embrace our dreams and the stories that inspire us.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73506157</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73506157/it_s_your_fairy_tale_you_know_elizabeth_rhodes_jackson.mp3" length="82557556" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"It's Your Fairy Tale You Know" by Elizabeth Rhodes Jackson invites listeners into the imaginative world of Wendell, a typical boy from Boston who finds joy in fairy stories and baseball, much to the chagrin of his struggles with fractions. This...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["It's Your Fairy Tale You Know" by Elizabeth Rhodes Jackson invites listeners into the imaginative world of Wendell, a typical boy from Boston who finds joy in fairy stories and baseball, much to the chagrin of his struggles with fractions. This charming narrative captures the essence of childhood wonder and the importance of pursuing one's passions, even when faced with challenges. Its themes of imagination and resilience resonate deeply today, reminding us that the pursuit of what we love can bring joy and fulfillment, even in a world filled with obligations. Wendell's journey serves as a timeless reminder to embrace our dreams and the stories that inspire us.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10320</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Discovery Of The Future - H G Wells</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/discovery-of-the-future-h-g-wells--73479044</link><description><![CDATA["The Discovery of the Future" by H. G. Wells is a thought-provoking philosophical lecture that explores the dichotomy between minds focused on the past and those that look toward the future. Delivered in 1902, Wells argues for the potential to understand and shape our destiny through creative and proactive thinking, rather than being constrained by historical precedents. His reflections on the forces that guide humanity and the importance of aspiring to generalize our understanding of human fate resonate deeply in today's world, where envisioning a better future remains crucial. The lecture culminates in a hopeful assertion of faith in the coherence and purpose of our existence, making it a timeless exploration of human potential.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73479044</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73479044/discovery_of_the_future_h_g_wells.mp3" length="29791784" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"The Discovery of the Future" by H. G. Wells is a thought-provoking philosophical lecture that explores the dichotomy between minds focused on the past and those that look toward the future. Delivered in 1902, Wells argues for the potential to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["The Discovery of the Future" by H. G. Wells is a thought-provoking philosophical lecture that explores the dichotomy between minds focused on the past and those that look toward the future. Delivered in 1902, Wells argues for the potential to understand and shape our destiny through creative and proactive thinking, rather than being constrained by historical precedents. His reflections on the forces that guide humanity and the importance of aspiring to generalize our understanding of human fate resonate deeply in today's world, where envisioning a better future remains crucial. The lecture culminates in a hopeful assertion of faith in the coherence and purpose of our existence, making it a timeless exploration of human potential.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3724</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Poppy's Presents - Mrs O F Walton</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/poppy-s-presents-mrs-o-f-walton--73451844</link><description><![CDATA[In "Poppy's Presents," Poppy eagerly anticipates a special gift from her mother, only to be met with skepticism from her neighbors who suggest that sometimes, too much of a good thing can be overwhelming. This charming tale explores the themes of expectation, joy, and the complexities of receiving gifts, prompting listeners to reflect on their own experiences with generosity and gratitude. As Poppy navigates the mixed reactions of those around her, the story invites us to consider the balance between desire and moderation, making it a timeless narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever faced the dilemma of wanting more.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73451844</guid><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73451844/poppy_s_presents_mrs_o_f_walton.mp3" length="38043407" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57f75450-da09-41e0-851a-a30574873ee4/57f75450-da09-41e0-851a-a30574873ee4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57f75450-da09-41e0-851a-a30574873ee4/57f75450-da09-41e0-851a-a30574873ee4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57f75450-da09-41e0-851a-a30574873ee4/57f75450-da09-41e0-851a-a30574873ee4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In "Poppy's Presents," Poppy eagerly anticipates a special gift from her mother, only to be met with skepticism from her neighbors who suggest that sometimes, too much of a good thing can be overwhelming. This charming tale explores the themes of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In "Poppy's Presents," Poppy eagerly anticipates a special gift from her mother, only to be met with skepticism from her neighbors who suggest that sometimes, too much of a good thing can be overwhelming. This charming tale explores the themes of expectation, joy, and the complexities of receiving gifts, prompting listeners to reflect on their own experiences with generosity and gratitude. As Poppy navigates the mixed reactions of those around her, the story invites us to consider the balance between desire and moderation, making it a timeless narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever faced the dilemma of wanting more.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4756</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Fantasy Fan Magazine Presents Writings of Clark Ashton Smith - Clark Ashton Smith</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/fantasy-fan-magazine-presents-writings-of-clark-ashton-smith-clark-ashton-smith--73426440</link><description><![CDATA["Fantasy Fan Magazine Presents Writings of Clark Ashton Smith" is a captivating collection of the author's contributions to The Fantasy Fan Magazine, a periodical that celebrated the realms of fantasy and weird fiction. Within its pages, listeners will discover a rich tapestry of opinion pieces, non-fiction articles, and an array of short stories and poems that showcase Smith's remarkable versatility. From eerie tales like "The Kingdom of the Worm" to haunting poetry such as "A Dream of the Abyss," Smith's work resonates with timeless themes of exploration and the uncanny.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73426440</guid><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73426440/fantasy_fan_magazine_presents_writings_of_clark_ashton_smith_clark_ashton_smith.mp3" length="49680512" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Fantasy Fan Magazine Presents Writings of Clark Ashton Smith" is a captivating collection of the author's contributions to The Fantasy Fan Magazine, a periodical that celebrated the realms of fantasy and weird fiction. Within its pages, listeners...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Fantasy Fan Magazine Presents Writings of Clark Ashton Smith" is a captivating collection of the author's contributions to The Fantasy Fan Magazine, a periodical that celebrated the realms of fantasy and weird fiction. Within its pages, listeners will discover a rich tapestry of opinion pieces, non-fiction articles, and an array of short stories and poems that showcase Smith's remarkable versatility. From eerie tales like "The Kingdom of the Worm" to haunting poetry such as "A Dream of the Abyss," Smith's work resonates with timeless themes of exploration and the uncanny.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6210</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Camp Fire Girls in the Outside World - Margaret Vandercook</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/camp-fire-girls-in-the-outside-world-margaret-vandercook--73406722</link><description><![CDATA[Betty Ashton's life is filled with uncertainty and despair as she grapples with her mother's illness, financial struggles, and the absence of her friends. Just when she considers selling her family home in England, an unexpected package arrives at her door, promising to alter her fate. This poignant tale explores themes of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of unexpected opportunities, making it a timeless narrative that resonates with anyone facing challenges. As listeners journey through Betty's trials and triumphs, they are reminded of the strength found in community and the potential for change that can arise even in the darkest times.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73406722</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:36 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73406722/camp_fire_girls_in_the_outside_world_margaret_vandercook.mp3" length="122601772" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Betty Ashton's life is filled with uncertainty and despair as she grapples with her mother's illness, financial struggles, and the absence of her friends. Just when she considers selling her family home in England, an unexpected package arrives at her...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Betty Ashton's life is filled with uncertainty and despair as she grapples with her mother's illness, financial struggles, and the absence of her friends. Just when she considers selling her family home in England, an unexpected package arrives at her door, promising to alter her fate. This poignant tale explores themes of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of unexpected opportunities, making it a timeless narrative that resonates with anyone facing challenges. As listeners journey through Betty's trials and triumphs, they are reminded of the strength found in community and the potential for change that can arise even in the darkest times.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>15326</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Spirit of Christmas - Henry van Dyke</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/spirit-of-christmas-henry-van-dyke--73382458</link><description><![CDATA["Spirit of Christmas" by Henry van Dyke is a delightful collection that encompasses a short story, two essays, and two prayers, all centered around the themes of the Christmas season. This work invites listeners to reflect on the deeper meanings of faith, generosity, and the spirit of giving that characterize this cherished time of year. Van Dyke's eloquent prose and heartfelt sentiments remind us of the joy and warmth that can be found in simple acts of kindness and love. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, the enduring messages within this book resonate with timeless wisdom, making it a perfect companion for those seeking to embrace the true spirit of Christmas.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73382458</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:00:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73382458/spirit_of_christmas_henry_van_dyke.mp3" length="20352893" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Spirit of Christmas" by Henry van Dyke is a delightful collection that encompasses a short story, two essays, and two prayers, all centered around the themes of the Christmas season. This work invites listeners to reflect on the deeper meanings of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Spirit of Christmas" by Henry van Dyke is a delightful collection that encompasses a short story, two essays, and two prayers, all centered around the themes of the Christmas season. This work invites listeners to reflect on the deeper meanings of faith, generosity, and the spirit of giving that characterize this cherished time of year. Van Dyke's eloquent prose and heartfelt sentiments remind us of the joy and warmth that can be found in simple acts of kindness and love. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, the enduring messages within this book resonate with timeless wisdom, making it a perfect companion for those seeking to embrace the true spirit of Christmas.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2544</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Spirit of the Age Or Contemporary Portraits - William Hazlitt</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/spirit-of-the-age-or-contemporary-portraits-william-hazlitt--73358912</link><description><![CDATA["Spirit of the Age Or Contemporary Portraits" by William Hazlitt is a compelling collection of short monographs that captures the essence of prominent literary figures from his time, including Jeremy Bentham, William Wordsworth, and Lord Byron. Hazlitt's keen observations delve into the philosophies and contributions of these influential personalities, offering a rich portrait of the intellectual landscape of the early 19th century. The themes of morality, utility, and the nature of genius resonate today, reminding us of the enduring impact of literature and thought on society.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73358912</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:00:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73358912/spirit_of_the_age_or_contemporary_portraits_william_hazlitt.mp3" length="261541586" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Spirit of the Age Or Contemporary Portraits" by William Hazlitt is a compelling collection of short monographs that captures the essence of prominent literary figures from his time, including Jeremy Bentham, William Wordsworth, and Lord Byron....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Spirit of the Age Or Contemporary Portraits" by William Hazlitt is a compelling collection of short monographs that captures the essence of prominent literary figures from his time, including Jeremy Bentham, William Wordsworth, and Lord Byron. Hazlitt's keen observations delve into the philosophies and contributions of these influential personalities, offering a rich portrait of the intellectual landscape of the early 19th century. The themes of morality, utility, and the nature of genius resonate today, reminding us of the enduring impact of literature and thought on society.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>32693</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>How the Other Half Lives Studies Among the Tenements of New York - Jacob A Riis</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-the-other-half-lives-studies-among-the-tenements-of-new-york-jacob-a-riis--73339446</link><description><![CDATA[How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York, published in 1890 by Jacob A. Riis, is a groundbreaking work of photojournalism that exposes the dire living conditions faced by the impoverished residents of New York City's slums in the 1880s. By shedding light on the struggles of the marginalized, Riis aimed to bridge the gap between the affluent and the destitute, a theme that remains relevant today as society continues to grapple with issues of inequality and social justice. The book not only serves as a poignant reminder of the past but also challenges listeners to confront the ongoing disparities in our urban landscapes.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73339446</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73339446/how_the_other_half_lives_studies_among_the_tenements_of_new_york_jacob_a_riis.mp3" length="254595491" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York, published in 1890 by Jacob A. Riis, is a groundbreaking work of photojournalism that exposes the dire living conditions faced by the impoverished residents of New York City's slums in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York, published in 1890 by Jacob A. Riis, is a groundbreaking work of photojournalism that exposes the dire living conditions faced by the impoverished residents of New York City's slums in the 1880s. By shedding light on the struggles of the marginalized, Riis aimed to bridge the gap between the affluent and the destitute, a theme that remains relevant today as society continues to grapple with issues of inequality and social justice. The book not only serves as a poignant reminder of the past but also challenges listeners to confront the ongoing disparities in our urban landscapes.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>31825</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Discoveries Essays in Literary Criticism - John Middleton Murry</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/discoveries-essays-in-literary-criticism-john-middleton-murry--73333071</link><description><![CDATA["Discoveries: Essays in Literary Criticism" by John Middleton Murry invites listeners into a deeply personal exploration of literature through the lens of criticism. Murry emphasizes that criticism is an adventure of the soul, reflecting the critic's temperament more than any rigid classification or scheme. He celebrates the elation that comes from losing oneself in the process of literary discovery, suggesting that each honest critique serves as a unique cross-section of the universe of literature.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73333071</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73333071/discoveries_essays_in_literary_criticism_john_middleton_murry.mp3" length="188496156" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Discoveries: Essays in Literary Criticism" by John Middleton Murry invites listeners into a deeply personal exploration of literature through the lens of criticism. Murry emphasizes that criticism is an adventure of the soul, reflecting the critic's...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Discoveries: Essays in Literary Criticism" by John Middleton Murry invites listeners into a deeply personal exploration of literature through the lens of criticism. Murry emphasizes that criticism is an adventure of the soul, reflecting the critic's temperament more than any rigid classification or scheme. He celebrates the elation that comes from losing oneself in the process of literary discovery, suggesting that each honest critique serves as a unique cross-section of the universe of literature.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>23562</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lives of Two Cats - Pierre Loti</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-two-cats-pierre-loti--73323426</link><description><![CDATA["Lives of Two Cats" by Pierre Loti is a delightful 19th-century memoir that captures the charming essence of the author's feline companions. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, Loti brings to life the unique personalities and endearing quirks of his cats, inviting readers to appreciate the simple joys and companionship that pets provide. This timeless exploration of the bond between humans and animals resonates today, reminding us of the comfort and happiness that our furry friends can bring into our lives. Loti's affectionate portrayal of his cats showcases the enduring themes of love, loyalty, and the beauty of everyday moments, making this memoir a delightful listen for cat lovers and memoir enthusiasts alike.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73323426</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:00:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73323426/lives_of_two_cats_pierre_loti.mp3" length="40496614" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Lives of Two Cats" by Pierre Loti is a delightful 19th-century memoir that captures the charming essence of the author's feline companions. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, Loti brings to life the unique personalities and endearing quirks of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Lives of Two Cats" by Pierre Loti is a delightful 19th-century memoir that captures the charming essence of the author's feline companions. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, Loti brings to life the unique personalities and endearing quirks of his cats, inviting readers to appreciate the simple joys and companionship that pets provide. This timeless exploration of the bond between humans and animals resonates today, reminding us of the comfort and happiness that our furry friends can bring into our lives. Loti's affectionate portrayal of his cats showcases the enduring themes of love, loyalty, and the beauty of everyday moments, making this memoir a delightful listen for cat lovers and memoir enthusiasts alike.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5062</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Bunny Rabbit's Diary - Mary Frances Blaisdell</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bunny-rabbit-s-diary-mary-frances-blaisdell--73308500</link><description><![CDATA[Bunny Rabbit's Diary invites listeners into the delightful world of Bunny Rabbit and his friends as they embark on a series of adventurous escapades, from sledding and swimming to the whimsical dream of flying, all while evading the farmer's dog, Jip. This charming tale captures the essence of childhood curiosity and the spirit of friendship, making it a timeless exploration of exploration and camaraderie. The relatable themes of adventure and the joys of play resonate with both young listeners and the young at heart, reminding us of the importance of friendship and the thrill of discovering new experiences. Dive into Bunny's adventures and rediscover the joy of imagination and the bonds that tie us together.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73308500</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:09:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73308500/bunny_rabbit_s_diary_mary_frances_blaisdell.mp3" length="59395872" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bunny Rabbit's Diary invites listeners into the delightful world of Bunny Rabbit and his friends as they embark on a series of adventurous escapades, from sledding and swimming to the whimsical dream of flying, all while evading the farmer's dog, Jip....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bunny Rabbit's Diary invites listeners into the delightful world of Bunny Rabbit and his friends as they embark on a series of adventurous escapades, from sledding and swimming to the whimsical dream of flying, all while evading the farmer's dog, Jip. This charming tale captures the essence of childhood curiosity and the spirit of friendship, making it a timeless exploration of exploration and camaraderie. The relatable themes of adventure and the joys of play resonate with both young listeners and the young at heart, reminding us of the importance of friendship and the thrill of discovering new experiences. Dive into Bunny's adventures and rediscover the joy of imagination and the bonds that tie us together.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7425</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Little Dog Ready How He Lost Himself in the Big World - Mabel F Stryker</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-dog-ready-how-he-lost-himself-in-the-big-world-mabel-f-stryker--73296795</link><description><![CDATA["Little Dog Ready How He Lost Himself in the Big World" by Mabel F Stryker is a charming tale that follows a dog's adventures alongside his animal friends as they explore the vastness of the world around them. This delightful story captures the spirit of curiosity and friendship, reminding listeners of the joy found in companionship and the thrill of discovery. Its themes of exploration and the bonds between animals resonate with both children and adults, making it a timeless journey that encourages imagination and connection. Perfect for young listeners and families, this audiobook invites everyone to embrace their own adventures, no matter how big or small.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73296795</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:02:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73296795/little_dog_ready_how_he_lost_himself_in_the_big_world_mabel_f_stryker.mp3" length="40187528" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Little Dog Ready How He Lost Himself in the Big World" by Mabel F Stryker is a charming tale that follows a dog's adventures alongside his animal friends as they explore the vastness of the world around them. This delightful story captures the spirit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Little Dog Ready How He Lost Himself in the Big World" by Mabel F Stryker is a charming tale that follows a dog's adventures alongside his animal friends as they explore the vastness of the world around them. This delightful story captures the spirit of curiosity and friendship, reminding listeners of the joy found in companionship and the thrill of discovery. Its themes of exploration and the bonds between animals resonate with both children and adults, making it a timeless journey that encourages imagination and connection. Perfect for young listeners and families, this audiobook invites everyone to embrace their own adventures, no matter how big or small.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5024</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Salem Witchcraft the Planchette Mystery and Modern Spiritualism - Harriet Beecher Stowe Samuel Robert Wells</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/salem-witchcraft-the-planchette-mystery-and-modern-spiritualism-harriet-beecher-stowe-samuel-robert-wells--73266722</link><description><![CDATA["Salem Witchcraft the Planchette Mystery and Modern Spiritualism" by Harriet Beecher Stowe and Samuel Robert Wells offers a compelling exploration of humanity's journey through ignorance and superstition, particularly during the dark days of the Salem witch trials. The authors reflect on the moral, intellectual, and scientific progress that has emerged since those times, emphasizing the importance of knowledge in fostering religious tolerance and individual freedom. This audiobook serves as a timely reminder of the dangers of bigotry and the enduring need for enlightenment in our society.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73266722</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:51:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73266722/salem_witchcraft_the_planchette_mystery_and_modern_spiritualism_harriet_beecher_stowe_samuel_robert_wells.mp3" length="156210609" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Salem Witchcraft the Planchette Mystery and Modern Spiritualism" by Harriet Beecher Stowe and Samuel Robert Wells offers a compelling exploration of humanity's journey through ignorance and superstition, particularly during the dark days of the Salem...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Salem Witchcraft the Planchette Mystery and Modern Spiritualism" by Harriet Beecher Stowe and Samuel Robert Wells offers a compelling exploration of humanity's journey through ignorance and superstition, particularly during the dark days of the Salem witch trials. The authors reflect on the moral, intellectual, and scientific progress that has emerged since those times, emphasizing the importance of knowledge in fostering religious tolerance and individual freedom. This audiobook serves as a timely reminder of the dangers of bigotry and the enduring need for enlightenment in our society.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>19527</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lives of Two Cats - Pierre Loti</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-two-cats-pierre-loti--73247648</link><description><![CDATA["Lives of Two Cats" by Pierre Loti is a delightful 19th-century memoir that captures the charming essence of the author's feline companions. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, Loti brings to life the unique personalities and endearing quirks of his cats, inviting readers to appreciate the simple joys and companionship that pets provide. This timeless exploration of the bond between humans and animals resonates today, reminding us of the comfort and happiness that our furry friends can bring into our lives. Loti's affectionate portrayal of his cats showcases the enduring themes of love, loyalty, and the beauty of everyday moments, making this memoir a delightful listen for cat lovers and memoir enthusiasts alike.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73247648</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:42:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73247648/lives_of_two_cats_pierre_loti.mp3" length="40496614" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/41da49b4-1f4e-4ef1-8989-e66185fb7e3e/41da49b4-1f4e-4ef1-8989-e66185fb7e3e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/41da49b4-1f4e-4ef1-8989-e66185fb7e3e/41da49b4-1f4e-4ef1-8989-e66185fb7e3e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/41da49b4-1f4e-4ef1-8989-e66185fb7e3e/41da49b4-1f4e-4ef1-8989-e66185fb7e3e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Lives of Two Cats" by Pierre Loti is a delightful 19th-century memoir that captures the charming essence of the author's feline companions. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, Loti brings to life the unique personalities and endearing quirks of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Lives of Two Cats" by Pierre Loti is a delightful 19th-century memoir that captures the charming essence of the author's feline companions. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, Loti brings to life the unique personalities and endearing quirks of his cats, inviting readers to appreciate the simple joys and companionship that pets provide. This timeless exploration of the bond between humans and animals resonates today, reminding us of the comfort and happiness that our furry friends can bring into our lives. Loti's affectionate portrayal of his cats showcases the enduring themes of love, loyalty, and the beauty of everyday moments, making this memoir a delightful listen for cat lovers and memoir enthusiasts alike.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5062</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Nomad of the Nine Lives - Abby Frances Friebe</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/nomad-of-the-nine-lives-abby-frances-friebe--73224303</link><description><![CDATA["Nomad of the Nine Lives" by Abby Frances Friebe presents a poignant narrative from the perspective of a cat, sharing tales that aim to raise awareness about the plight of felines facing abandonment and the grim realities of animal shelters. This heartfelt exploration not only highlights the struggles of these animals but also serves as a call to action for compassion and responsibility in pet ownership. The themes of hope and survival resonate deeply, reminding listeners of the importance of kindness towards all creatures. As the story unfolds, it invites reflection on our connection to animals and the impact of our choices, making it an enduring tale that is as relevant today as ever.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73224303</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:50:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73224303/nomad_of_the_nine_lives_abby_frances_friebe.mp3" length="24545796" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Nomad of the Nine Lives" by Abby Frances Friebe presents a poignant narrative from the perspective of a cat, sharing tales that aim to raise awareness about the plight of felines facing abandonment and the grim realities of animal shelters. This...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Nomad of the Nine Lives" by Abby Frances Friebe presents a poignant narrative from the perspective of a cat, sharing tales that aim to raise awareness about the plight of felines facing abandonment and the grim realities of animal shelters. This heartfelt exploration not only highlights the struggles of these animals but also serves as a call to action for compassion and responsibility in pet ownership. The themes of hope and survival resonate deeply, reminding listeners of the importance of kindness towards all creatures. As the story unfolds, it invites reflection on our connection to animals and the impact of our choices, making it an enduring tale that is as relevant today as ever.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3069</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Around the World in Seventy-Two Days - Nellie Bly</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/around-the-world-in-seventy-two-days-nellie-bly--72746823</link><description><![CDATA["Around the World in Seventy-Two Days" chronicles the daring journey of American journalist Nellie Bly, who, in 1889, embarked on a quest to surpass the fictional adventure depicted in Jules Verne's "Around the World in Eighty Days." Armed with just one dress and a handbag, Bly shared her experiences with an eager audience back home, showcasing her resilience and pioneering spirit. This true account not only highlights the challenges of travel in the late 19th century but also embodies themes of determination and the pursuit of dreams that resonate today. Bly's audacious endeavor continues to inspire listeners, reminding us of the power of courage and the relentless pursuit of one's goals.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746823</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746823/around_the_world_in_seventy_two_days_nellie_bly.mp3" length="175524218" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Around the World in Seventy-Two Days" chronicles the daring journey of American journalist Nellie Bly, who, in 1889, embarked on a quest to surpass the fictional adventure depicted in Jules Verne's "Around the World in Eighty Days." 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Bly's audacious endeavor continues to inspire listeners, reminding us of the power of courage and the relentless pursuit of one's goals.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>21941</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Spiritual Exercises - St Ignatius Loyola</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/spiritual-exercises-st-ignatius-loyola--73203098</link><description><![CDATA["Spiritual Exercises" by St. Ignatius Loyola presents a structured approach to contemplation designed to be undertaken over a month, serving as a guide for retreats. Originally published in 1548, these exercises are a compilation of notes and methods intended for those leading a retreat, reflecting the profound spiritual journey that St. Ignatius himself experienced. While primarily aimed at Jesuit novitiates, the Exercises have found resonance with laypeople and even non-Catholics seeking spiritual growth. Their enduring appeal lies in their emphasis on introspection, discernment, and personal transformation, making them relevant for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual life today.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73203098</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:24:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73203098/spiritual_exercises_st_ignatius_loyola.mp3" length="104735363" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Spiritual Exercises" by St. Ignatius Loyola presents a structured approach to contemplation designed to be undertaken over a month, serving as a guide for retreats. Originally published in 1548, these exercises are a compilation of notes and methods...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Spiritual Exercises" by St. Ignatius Loyola presents a structured approach to contemplation designed to be undertaken over a month, serving as a guide for retreats. Originally published in 1548, these exercises are a compilation of notes and methods intended for those leading a retreat, reflecting the profound spiritual journey that St. Ignatius himself experienced. While primarily aimed at Jesuit novitiates, the Exercises have found resonance with laypeople and even non-Catholics seeking spiritual growth. Their enduring appeal lies in their emphasis on introspection, discernment, and personal transformation, making them relevant for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual life today.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13092</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Martyrs of Science or the Lives of Galileo Tycho Brahe and Kepler - David Brewster</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/martyrs-of-science-or-the-lives-of-galileo-tycho-brahe-and-kepler-david-brewster--73185419</link><description><![CDATA[“Martyrs of Science” offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of three monumental figures in the scientific revolution: Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Through their groundbreaking achievements and the adversities they faced, the book illuminates how these men not only transformed our understanding of the cosmos but also paved the way for future generations to explore the mysteries of science. Brewster emphasizes the originality of their work, countering claims that sought to diminish their contributions. The enduring themes of perseverance in the face of opposition and the quest for truth resonate strongly today, reminding us of the vital importance of scientific inquiry and integrity in the pursuit of knowledge.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73185419</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 01:08:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73185419/martyrs_of_science_or_the_lives_of_galileo_tycho_brahe_and_kepler_david_brewster.mp3" length="150965515" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>“Martyrs of Science” offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of three monumental figures in the scientific revolution: Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Through their groundbreaking achievements and the adversities they faced, the book...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[“Martyrs of Science” offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of three monumental figures in the scientific revolution: Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Through their groundbreaking achievements and the adversities they faced, the book illuminates how these men not only transformed our understanding of the cosmos but also paved the way for future generations to explore the mysteries of science. Brewster emphasizes the originality of their work, countering claims that sought to diminish their contributions. The enduring themes of perseverance in the face of opposition and the quest for truth resonate strongly today, reminding us of the vital importance of scientific inquiry and integrity in the pursuit of knowledge.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>18871</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 04 - Various</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/myths-and-legends-around-the-world-collection-04-various--73170218</link><description><![CDATA["Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 04" is a captivating anthology that brings together short mythical and legendary works from various cultures, all of which are in the Public Domain. This collection showcases timeless tales of heroes, ancient lore, and the rich tapestry of human imagination that has shaped our understanding of the world. The stories resonate with universal themes of courage, morality, and the quest for meaning, making them as relevant today as they were centuries ago. By exploring these enduring narratives, listeners can connect with the wisdom of the past and reflect on the shared experiences that unite humanity across time and space.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73170218</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 23:46:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73170218/myths_and_legends_around_the_world_collection_04_various.mp3" length="67088078" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 04" is a captivating anthology that brings together short mythical and legendary works from various cultures, all of which are in the Public Domain. This collection showcases timeless tales of heroes,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 04" is a captivating anthology that brings together short mythical and legendary works from various cultures, all of which are in the Public Domain. This collection showcases timeless tales of heroes, ancient lore, and the rich tapestry of human imagination that has shaped our understanding of the world. The stories resonate with universal themes of courage, morality, and the quest for meaning, making them as relevant today as they were centuries ago. By exploring these enduring narratives, listeners can connect with the wisdom of the past and reflect on the shared experiences that unite humanity across time and space.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8386</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Smoky God or a Voyage to the Inner World - Willis George Emerson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/smoky-god-or-a-voyage-to-the-inner-world-willis-george-emerson--73093763</link><description><![CDATA[The Smoky God, or A Voyage to the Inner Earth is a captivating tale of an aged Norwegian sailor who, before his death, recounts his extraordinary journey to a hidden world at the center of the earth, inhabited by giants. This narrative not only sparks the imagination with its themes of exploration and discovery but also invites listeners to ponder the mysteries of our world and the potential wonders that lie beneath the surface. The sailor's quest embodies the timeless human spirit of adventure and curiosity, reminding us that there are still uncharted territories both in our physical world and within ourselves. With its blend of fantasy and exploration, this story resonates with anyone who yearns for the thrill of the unknown.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73093763</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73093763/smoky_god_or_a_voyage_to_the_inner_world_willis_george_emerson.mp3" length="60680268" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Smoky God, or A Voyage to the Inner Earth is a captivating tale of an aged Norwegian sailor who, before his death, recounts his extraordinary journey to a hidden world at the center of the earth, inhabited by giants. This narrative not only sparks...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Smoky God, or A Voyage to the Inner Earth is a captivating tale of an aged Norwegian sailor who, before his death, recounts his extraordinary journey to a hidden world at the center of the earth, inhabited by giants. This narrative not only sparks the imagination with its themes of exploration and discovery but also invites listeners to ponder the mysteries of our world and the potential wonders that lie beneath the surface. The sailor's quest embodies the timeless human spirit of adventure and curiosity, reminding us that there are still uncharted territories both in our physical world and within ourselves. With its blend of fantasy and exploration, this story resonates with anyone who yearns for the thrill of the unknown.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7585</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Carpenter's World Travels Holy Land and Syria - Frank G Carpenter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/carpenter-s-world-travels-holy-land-and-syria-frank-g-carpenter--72746811</link><description><![CDATA["Carpenter's World Travels Holy Land and Syria" by Frank G Carpenter invites listeners on a captivating journey through the sacred landscapes of the early 20th century, exploring iconic locations such as Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and Palestine. This rich exploration of history and faith provides a window into a region that continues to hold profound significance for millions around the globe. The themes of discovery and reverence for cultural heritage resonate strongly today, reminding us of the enduring importance of understanding our shared past. Carpenter's vivid descriptions and insightful observations make this audiobook a timeless treasure for those interested in the rich tapestry of human experience and spirituality.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746811</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746811/carpenter_s_world_travels_holy_land_and_syria_frank_g_carpenter.mp3" length="240312329" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Carpenter's World Travels Holy Land and Syria" by Frank G Carpenter invites listeners on a captivating journey through the sacred landscapes of the early 20th century, exploring iconic locations such as Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and Palestine. This rich...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Carpenter's World Travels Holy Land and Syria" by Frank G Carpenter invites listeners on a captivating journey through the sacred landscapes of the early 20th century, exploring iconic locations such as Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and Palestine. This rich exploration of history and faith provides a window into a region that continues to hold profound significance for millions around the globe. The themes of discovery and reverence for cultural heritage resonate strongly today, reminding us of the enduring importance of understanding our shared past. 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These stories delve into the realms of legends, heroes, and ancient lore, showcasing the rich tapestry of human imagination and cultural heritage. As we navigate a world still deeply influenced by these timeless narratives, the themes of heroism, morality, and the quest for understanding remain as relevant today as they were in the past. This collection not only preserves the wisdom of ages gone by but also invites listeners to reflect on the enduring power of stories that shape our identities and beliefs.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73093753</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:00:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73093753/myths_and_legends_around_the_world_collection_01_various.mp3" length="88152563" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 01" is a captivating anthology that brings together a selection of short mythical and legendary works from the Public Domain. 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This collection not only preserves the wisdom of ages gone by but also invites listeners to reflect on the enduring power of stories that shape our identities and beliefs.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11019</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Master of the World - Jules Verne</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/master-of-the-world-jules-verne--73093696</link><description><![CDATA["Master of the World" by Jules Verne takes listeners on a thrilling journey alongside Chief Inspector Strock as he investigates a series of extraordinary incidents, including a mysterious volcano, an astonishingly fast vehicle, and a bizarre boat capable of impossible speeds. Strock's pursuit of the truth leads him to confront a technological marvel created by a man who claims the title "The Master of the World." This story resonates today as it explores themes of innovation, the limits of human ambition, and the ethical implications of unchecked technological advancement. Verne's imaginative narrative continues to captivate audiences, reminding us of the enduring quest for knowledge and the potential consequences that come with it.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73093696</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73093696/master_of_the_world_jules_verne.mp3" length="141540077" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Master of the World" by Jules Verne takes listeners on a thrilling journey alongside Chief Inspector Strock as he investigates a series of extraordinary incidents, including a mysterious volcano, an astonishingly fast vehicle, and a bizarre boat...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Master of the World" by Jules Verne takes listeners on a thrilling journey alongside Chief Inspector Strock as he investigates a series of extraordinary incidents, including a mysterious volcano, an astonishingly fast vehicle, and a bizarre boat capable of impossible speeds. Strock's pursuit of the truth leads him to confront a technological marvel created by a man who claims the title "The Master of the World." This story resonates today as it explores themes of innovation, the limits of human ambition, and the ethical implications of unchecked technological advancement. Verne's imaginative narrative continues to captivate audiences, reminding us of the enduring quest for knowledge and the potential consequences that come with it.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>17693</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Reflections on the rise progress and probable consequences of the present contentions with the colonies By a freeholder - John Erskine</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/reflections-on-the-rise-progress-and-probable-consequences-of-the-present-contentions-with-the-colonies-by-a-freeholder-john-erskine--73093681</link><description><![CDATA["Reflections on the Rise, Progress, and Probable Consequences of the Present Contentions with the Colonies" by John Erskine offers a thoughtful perspective on the tensions between Great Britain and its American colonies during a pivotal moment in history. Through a careful examination of recent pamphlets and the sentiments of the colonists, Erskine seeks to mitigate the growing resentment of the mother country by advocating for gentler measures and concessions. His insights into the grievances that led to armed conflict highlight the importance of understanding and communication in resolving disputes.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73093681</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73093681/reflections_on_the_rise_progress_and_probable_consequences_of_the_present_contentions_with_the_colonies_by_a_freeholder_john_erskine.mp3" length="63966399" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Reflections on the Rise, Progress, and Probable Consequences of the Present Contentions with the Colonies" by John Erskine offers a thoughtful perspective on the tensions between Great Britain and its American colonies during a pivotal moment in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Reflections on the Rise, Progress, and Probable Consequences of the Present Contentions with the Colonies" by John Erskine offers a thoughtful perspective on the tensions between Great Britain and its American colonies during a pivotal moment in history. Through a careful examination of recent pamphlets and the sentiments of the colonists, Erskine seeks to mitigate the growing resentment of the mother country by advocating for gentler measures and concessions. His insights into the grievances that led to armed conflict highlight the importance of understanding and communication in resolving disputes.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7996</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lancashire Characters and Places - Thomas Newbigging</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lancashire-characters-and-places-thomas-newbigging--73093624</link><description><![CDATA["Lancashire Characters and Places" by Thomas Newbigging is an eclectic collection of essays that delve into the rich culture and life of late 19th-century Lancashire, featuring notable figures such as poets John Critchley Prince and Edwin Waugh. Newbigging, a gas manager by trade and a passionate historian, offers readers a glimpse into a vibrant period marked by artistic expression and community spirit. This work resonates today as it captures the essence of local identity and the importance of preserving cultural narratives, reminding us of the timeless value of storytelling in understanding our roots.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73093624</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:08:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73093624/lancashire_characters_and_places_thomas_newbigging.mp3" length="125018378" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Lancashire Characters and Places" by Thomas Newbigging is an eclectic collection of essays that delve into the rich culture and life of late 19th-century Lancashire, featuring notable figures such as poets John Critchley Prince and Edwin Waugh....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Lancashire Characters and Places" by Thomas Newbigging is an eclectic collection of essays that delve into the rich culture and life of late 19th-century Lancashire, featuring notable figures such as poets John Critchley Prince and Edwin Waugh. Newbigging, a gas manager by trade and a passionate historian, offers readers a glimpse into a vibrant period marked by artistic expression and community spirit. This work resonates today as it captures the essence of local identity and the importance of preserving cultural narratives, reminding us of the timeless value of storytelling in understanding our roots.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>15628</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Answers to Prayer from George Muller's Narratives - A E C Brooks George Muller</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/answers-to-prayer-from-george-muller-s-narratives-a-e-c-brooks-george-muller--72746787</link><description><![CDATA["Answers to Prayer from George Müller's Narratives" by A E C Brooks presents a compelling compilation of incidents and insights from Müller's life that highlight the power of believing prayer and the undeniable presence of a living God. This work not only illustrates how God responds to petitions aligned with His will but also serves as a testament to the faith that can inspire both believers and skeptics alike. The themes of faith, divine response, and the importance of prayer remain profoundly relevant today, encouraging listeners to explore their own beliefs and the impact of prayer in their lives.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746787</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746787/answers_to_prayer_from_george_muller_s_narratives_a_e_c_brooks_george_muller.mp3" length="105104835" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Answers to Prayer from George Müller's Narratives" by A E C Brooks presents a compelling compilation of incidents and insights from Müller's life that highlight the power of believing prayer and the undeniable presence of a living God. This work not...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Answers to Prayer from George Müller's Narratives" by A E C Brooks presents a compelling compilation of incidents and insights from Müller's life that highlight the power of believing prayer and the undeniable presence of a living God. This work not only illustrates how God responds to petitions aligned with His will but also serves as a testament to the faith that can inspire both believers and skeptics alike. The themes of faith, divine response, and the importance of prayer remain profoundly relevant today, encouraging listeners to explore their own beliefs and the impact of prayer in their lives.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13138</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints Volume 2 April-June - John Gilmary Shea</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-pictorial-lives-of-the-saints-volume-2-april-june-john-gilmary-shea--72746772</link><description><![CDATA["Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints Volume 2 April-June" by John Gilmary Shea offers a rich compilation of the lives of saints, drawing from "Butler's Lives" and other esteemed sources, along with reflections for each day of the year. This volume not only highlights the stories of American saints recognized by the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore but also serves as a spiritual guide, inviting listeners to contemplate the virtues and sacrifices of these holy figures. The enduring themes of faith, devotion, and moral reflection resonate deeply, encouraging personal growth and inspiration. Hearing these timeless accounts can foster a renewed appreciation for the values that have shaped spiritual lives throughout history.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746772</guid><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746772/little_pictorial_lives_of_the_saints_volume_2_april_june_john_gilmary_shea.mp3" length="146698980" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints Volume 2 April-June" by John Gilmary Shea offers a rich compilation of the lives of saints, drawing from "Butler's Lives" and other esteemed sources, along with reflections for each day of the year. This volume...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints Volume 2 April-June" by John Gilmary Shea offers a rich compilation of the lives of saints, drawing from "Butler's Lives" and other esteemed sources, along with reflections for each day of the year. This volume not only highlights the stories of American saints recognized by the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore but also serves as a spiritual guide, inviting listeners to contemplate the virtues and sacrifices of these holy figures. The enduring themes of faith, devotion, and moral reflection resonate deeply, encouraging personal growth and inspiration. Hearing these timeless accounts can foster a renewed appreciation for the values that have shaped spiritual lives throughout history.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>18338</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Discoverers and Explorers - Edward R Shaw</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/discoverers-and-explorers-edward-r-shaw--72746679</link><description><![CDATA["Discoverers and Explorers" by Edward R. Shaw recounts the thrilling tales of brave adventurers who dared to venture into the mysterious "Sea of Darkness," a realm filled with fears of monsters and vengeful gods. These explorers challenged the prevailing belief that the world was flat, risking their lives to sail near the equator, where it was thought the heat could boil the ocean. Their courage in the face of these daunting fears highlights the enduring human spirit of exploration and discovery. This audiobook serves as a powerful reminder of the audacity required to push beyond the known, a theme that resonates deeply in our own quests for knowledge and understanding today.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746679</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:00:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746679/discoverers_and_explorers_edward_r_shaw.mp3" length="63974292" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7e26d769-e04e-4a2b-a866-8c1806bd0a86/7e26d769-e04e-4a2b-a866-8c1806bd0a86.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7e26d769-e04e-4a2b-a866-8c1806bd0a86/7e26d769-e04e-4a2b-a866-8c1806bd0a86.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7e26d769-e04e-4a2b-a866-8c1806bd0a86/7e26d769-e04e-4a2b-a866-8c1806bd0a86.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Discoverers and Explorers" by Edward R. Shaw recounts the thrilling tales of brave adventurers who dared to venture into the mysterious "Sea of Darkness," a realm filled with fears of monsters and vengeful gods. These explorers challenged the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Discoverers and Explorers" by Edward R. Shaw recounts the thrilling tales of brave adventurers who dared to venture into the mysterious "Sea of Darkness," a realm filled with fears of monsters and vengeful gods. These explorers challenged the prevailing belief that the world was flat, risking their lives to sail near the equator, where it was thought the heat could boil the ocean. Their courage in the face of these daunting fears highlights the enduring human spirit of exploration and discovery. This audiobook serves as a powerful reminder of the audacity required to push beyond the known, a theme that resonates deeply in our own quests for knowledge and understanding today.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7997</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Revelations of a Spirit Medium - A Medium</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/revelations-of-a-spirit-medium-a-medium--72746654</link><description><![CDATA["Revelations of a Spirit Medium" is an intriguing exploration of the phenomena associated with spiritualism, penned anonymously by a seasoned medium with two decades of experience. This captivating book, which inspired a young Harry Houdini, offers a thorough dissection of the most astonishing feats of mediumship, promising readers that they too can replicate these remarkable experiences after reading. Its enduring appeal lies in the curiosity it evokes about the intersection of belief and illusion, making it a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the mysteries of the human experience.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746654</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:00:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746654/revelations_of_a_spirit_medium_a_medium.mp3" length="179760732" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Revelations of a Spirit Medium" is an intriguing exploration of the phenomena associated with spiritualism, penned anonymously by a seasoned medium with two decades of experience. This captivating book, which inspired a young Harry Houdini, offers a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Revelations of a Spirit Medium" is an intriguing exploration of the phenomena associated with spiritualism, penned anonymously by a seasoned medium with two decades of experience. This captivating book, which inspired a young Harry Houdini, offers a thorough dissection of the most astonishing feats of mediumship, promising readers that they too can replicate these remarkable experiences after reading. Its enduring appeal lies in the curiosity it evokes about the intersection of belief and illusion, making it a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the mysteries of the human experience.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>22470</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lives of the Three Mrs Judsons - Arabella M Willson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-three-mrs-judsons-arabella-m-willson--72746624</link><description><![CDATA["Lives of the Three Mrs Judsons" by Arabella M Willson shares the remarkable stories of Ann, Sarah, and Emily Judson, the wives of missionary Adoniram Judson, who faced unimaginable hardships with unwavering faith. Each woman demonstrated incredible strength, selflessly caring for the sick and needy while enduring sickness and sorrow in Burma. Their sacrifices for a life of service, despite the challenges, reveal a profound joy and peace that can only come from a deep relationship with God. This inspiring narrative encourages listeners to reflect on resilience and faith in the face of adversity, making it a timeless reminder of the power of love and commitment to a higher calling.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746624</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:00:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746624/lives_of_the_three_mrs_judsons_arabella_m_willson.mp3" length="266384341" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Lives of the Three Mrs Judsons" by Arabella M Willson shares the remarkable stories of Ann, Sarah, and Emily Judson, the wives of missionary Adoniram Judson, who faced unimaginable hardships with unwavering faith. Each woman demonstrated incredible...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Lives of the Three Mrs Judsons" by Arabella M Willson shares the remarkable stories of Ann, Sarah, and Emily Judson, the wives of missionary Adoniram Judson, who faced unimaginable hardships with unwavering faith. Each woman demonstrated incredible strength, selflessly caring for the sick and needy while enduring sickness and sorrow in Burma. Their sacrifices for a life of service, despite the challenges, reveal a profound joy and peace that can only come from a deep relationship with God. This inspiring narrative encourages listeners to reflect on resilience and faith in the face of adversity, making it a timeless reminder of the power of love and commitment to a higher calling.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>33298</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Story of Geographical Discovery How the World Became Known - Joseph Jacobs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-of-geographical-discovery-how-the-world-became-known-joseph-jacobs--72746584</link><description><![CDATA["Story of Geographical Discovery: How the World Became Known" by Joseph Jacobs offers a sweeping overview of the forces that shaped our understanding of the world, from ancient civilizations to the dawn of modern cartography. First published in 1897, this concise yet comprehensive work reveals how wars of conquest, trade competition, and scientific curiosity drove the exploration and mapping of our planet. 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This collection showcases tales of heroes, ancient lore, and timeless legends that have shaped human experience across different societies. The enduring themes of bravery, morality, and the supernatural resonate deeply today, reminding us of our shared humanity and the universal truths found in storytelling. By listening to these tales, one can explore the rich tapestry of cultural heritage and the lessons that continue to inspire and enlighten us in the modern world.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746573</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746573/myths_and_legends_around_the_world_collection_10_various.mp3" length="100494048" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 10" brings together a captivating array of short mythical and legendary works from various cultures, all of which are in the Public Domain. 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By listening to these tales, one can explore the rich tapestry of cultural heritage and the lessons that continue to inspire and enlighten us in the modern world.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>12562</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--72746558</link><description><![CDATA["Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook on life, exemplified by her creation of "The Glad Game," encourages her to find joy in every circumstance, no matter how bleak. This philosophy not only transforms her own life but also revitalizes her aunt's somber New England town, fostering a sense of community and happiness. However, Pollyanna's unwavering positivity is challenged when she faces a life-altering accident that leaves her unable to walk. The themes of hope, the power of a positive mindset, and the importance of community resonate deeply, reminding us of the enduring strength found in optimism, even amidst adversity. This classic work continues to inspire readers to seek out the good in every situation, highlighting the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72746558</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:56:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72746558/pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="198957077" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Pollyanna" by Eleanor H. Porter is a timeless tale of resilience and optimism, centered around the spirited young girl Pollyanna Whittier, who, after the death of her father, moves in with her wealthy but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's unique outlook on life, exemplified by her creation of "The Glad Game," encourages her to find joy in every circumstance, no matter how bleak. This philosophy not only transforms her own life but also revitalizes her aunt's somber New England town, fostering a sense of community and happiness. However, Pollyanna's unwavering positivity is challenged when she faces a life-altering accident that leaves her unable to walk. The themes of hope, the power of a positive mindset, and the importance of community resonate deeply, reminding us of the enduring strength found in optimism, even amidst adversity. This classic work continues to inspire readers to seek out the good in every situation, highlighting the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>24870</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 32 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-32-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681248</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681248</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:50:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681248/chapter_32_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="1906558" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/693c194b-b1d0-44c1-a95d-7ee8a704abbb/693c194b-b1d0-44c1-a95d-7ee8a704abbb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/693c194b-b1d0-44c1-a95d-7ee8a704abbb/693c194b-b1d0-44c1-a95d-7ee8a704abbb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/693c194b-b1d0-44c1-a95d-7ee8a704abbb/693c194b-b1d0-44c1-a95d-7ee8a704abbb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>120</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 31 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-31-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681247</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681247</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:45:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681247/chapter_31_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="3035884" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/c5dbd2e9-f0bd-458d-8776-eb49f209fd0e/c5dbd2e9-f0bd-458d-8776-eb49f209fd0e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/c5dbd2e9-f0bd-458d-8776-eb49f209fd0e/c5dbd2e9-f0bd-458d-8776-eb49f209fd0e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/c5dbd2e9-f0bd-458d-8776-eb49f209fd0e/c5dbd2e9-f0bd-458d-8776-eb49f209fd0e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>190</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 30 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-30-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681246</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681246</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:40:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681246/chapter_30_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="4781282" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/8e096e08-93f3-4e67-93a0-76b7168c2d47/8e096e08-93f3-4e67-93a0-76b7168c2d47.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/8e096e08-93f3-4e67-93a0-76b7168c2d47/8e096e08-93f3-4e67-93a0-76b7168c2d47.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/8e096e08-93f3-4e67-93a0-76b7168c2d47/8e096e08-93f3-4e67-93a0-76b7168c2d47.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>299</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 29 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-29-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681244</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681244</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:35:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681244/chapter_29_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="8621491" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/31e08746-a5e8-4598-b182-1e7514818799/31e08746-a5e8-4598-b182-1e7514818799.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/31e08746-a5e8-4598-b182-1e7514818799/31e08746-a5e8-4598-b182-1e7514818799.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/31e08746-a5e8-4598-b182-1e7514818799/31e08746-a5e8-4598-b182-1e7514818799.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>539</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 28 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-28-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681243</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681243</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:30:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681243/chapter_28_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="22504005" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/62a649e3-69cb-42a2-9cf4-40fb6f0ccb2a/62a649e3-69cb-42a2-9cf4-40fb6f0ccb2a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/62a649e3-69cb-42a2-9cf4-40fb6f0ccb2a/62a649e3-69cb-42a2-9cf4-40fb6f0ccb2a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/62a649e3-69cb-42a2-9cf4-40fb6f0ccb2a/62a649e3-69cb-42a2-9cf4-40fb6f0ccb2a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1407</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 27 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-27-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681245</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681245</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:25:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681245/chapter_27_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="12905154" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/09cd8ff1-74d4-4339-9101-9cd69c17aa5a/09cd8ff1-74d4-4339-9101-9cd69c17aa5a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/09cd8ff1-74d4-4339-9101-9cd69c17aa5a/09cd8ff1-74d4-4339-9101-9cd69c17aa5a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/09cd8ff1-74d4-4339-9101-9cd69c17aa5a/09cd8ff1-74d4-4339-9101-9cd69c17aa5a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>807</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 26 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-26-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681228</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681228</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:20:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681228/chapter_26_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="6035577" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/3d145f8e-b256-4d93-b8b5-985570a9100f/3d145f8e-b256-4d93-b8b5-985570a9100f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/3d145f8e-b256-4d93-b8b5-985570a9100f/3d145f8e-b256-4d93-b8b5-985570a9100f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/3d145f8e-b256-4d93-b8b5-985570a9100f/3d145f8e-b256-4d93-b8b5-985570a9100f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>378</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 25 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-25-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681226</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681226</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:15:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681226/chapter_25_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="10004100" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/a853479f-31bd-41a3-bb88-353c03651cba/a853479f-31bd-41a3-bb88-353c03651cba.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/a853479f-31bd-41a3-bb88-353c03651cba/a853479f-31bd-41a3-bb88-353c03651cba.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/a853479f-31bd-41a3-bb88-353c03651cba/a853479f-31bd-41a3-bb88-353c03651cba.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>626</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 24 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-24-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681227</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681227</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:10:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681227/chapter_24_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="11789203" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/f21a0241-9167-412a-ae56-6bdb5896fe19/f21a0241-9167-412a-ae56-6bdb5896fe19.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/f21a0241-9167-412a-ae56-6bdb5896fe19/f21a0241-9167-412a-ae56-6bdb5896fe19.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/f21a0241-9167-412a-ae56-6bdb5896fe19/f21a0241-9167-412a-ae56-6bdb5896fe19.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>737</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 23 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-23-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681224</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681224</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:05:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681224/chapter_23_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="9643401" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/63b320fb-d5c1-4300-9b0d-d7daa390bb08/63b320fb-d5c1-4300-9b0d-d7daa390bb08.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/63b320fb-d5c1-4300-9b0d-d7daa390bb08/63b320fb-d5c1-4300-9b0d-d7daa390bb08.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/sounder/63b320fb-d5c1-4300-9b0d-d7daa390bb08/63b320fb-d5c1-4300-9b0d-d7daa390bb08.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>603</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 22 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-22-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681225</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681225</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681225/chapter_22_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="14606248" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>913</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 21 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-21-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681223</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681223</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:55:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681223/chapter_21_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="11472390" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>717</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 20 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-20-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681222</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681222</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:50:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681222/chapter_20_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="10352678" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>647</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 19 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-19-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681196</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681196</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:45:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681196/chapter_19_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="5608423" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>351</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 18 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-18-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681193</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681193</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:40:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681193/chapter_18_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="9868263" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>617</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 17 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-17-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681192</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681192</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:35:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681192/chapter_17_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="10783594" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>674</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 16 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-16-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681191</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681191</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:30:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681191/chapter_16_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="12719580" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>795</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 15 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-15-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681195</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681195</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:25:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681195/chapter_15_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="16354571" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1023</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 14 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-14-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681194</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681194</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:20:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681194/chapter_14_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="9418539" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>589</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 13 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-13-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681189</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681189</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:15:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681189/chapter_13_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="11428087" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>715</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 12 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-12-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681186</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681186</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:10:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681186/chapter_12_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="6790411" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>425</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 11 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-11-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681184</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681184</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:05:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681184/chapter_11_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="16730735" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1046</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 10 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-10-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681185</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681185</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681185/chapter_10_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="15706735" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>982</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 9 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-9-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681188</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681188</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:55:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681188/chapter_9_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="7296976" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>457</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 8 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-8-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681187</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681187</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:52:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681187/chapter_8_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="15892307" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>994</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 7 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-7-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681183</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681183</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:50:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681183/chapter_7_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="10903128" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>682</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 6 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-6-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681182</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681182</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:48:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681182/chapter_6_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="15531190" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>971</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 5 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-5-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681180</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681180</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:47:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681180/chapter_5_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="9153551" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>573</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 4 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-4-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681179</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681179</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:45:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681179/chapter_4_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="15432134" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>965</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 3 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-3-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681177</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681177</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:43:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681177/chapter_3_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="13759879" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>860</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 2 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-2-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681176</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681176</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:42:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681176/chapter_2_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="6197743" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>388</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chapter 1 - Pollyanna - Eleanor H Porter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chapter-1-pollyanna-eleanor-h-porter--51681172</link><description><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51681172</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:41:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/51681172/chapter_1_pollyanna_eleanor_h_porter.mp3" length="8550854" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Eleanor Porter</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  https://www.solgoodmedia.com  &#13;
or YouTube channel:  https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[View our full collection of podcasts at our website:  <a href="https://www.solgoodmedia.com" rel="noopener">https://www.solgoodmedia.com</a>  <br />or YouTube channel:  <a href="https://www.solgood.org/subscribe" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org/subscribe</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>535</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f6fbe5ec25e664ad7c93951fa79c47e0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
