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Hearing these stories today reminds us of the importance of connection and the enduring power of laughter in navigating our own lives.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5211</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Milton's Minor Poems-John Milton</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/milton-s-minor-poems-john-milton--73636696</link><description><![CDATA["Milton's Minor Poems" showcases the rich and varied poetic talent of John Milton, offering a glimpse into his lesser-known works that complement his more famous epics. These poems explore themes of beauty, faith, and the human condition, reflecting Milton's profound insights and mastery of language. Listening to these verses today allows audiences to appreciate the timeless nature of Milton's exploration of moral and philosophical questions, making them relevant even in contemporary discussions about art and ethics. The enduring quality of his poetry lies in its ability to resonate with the complexities of human experience, inviting listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and values.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636696</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:34:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73636696/milton_s_minor_poems_john_milton.mp3" length="113621840" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Milton's Minor Poems" showcases the rich and varied poetic talent of John Milton, offering a glimpse into his lesser-known works that complement his more famous epics. 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Its sharp critique of blind devotion and the dangers of gullibility remains relevant today, as it invites listeners to reflect on the nature of authenticity in a world often filled with pretense. Molière's masterful wit and keen observations about human behavior ensure that this classic work continues to resonate, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of morality and social dynamics.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73591096</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:03:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73591096/tartuffe_molie_re.mp3" length="52622473" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Tartuffe by Molière is a timeless satire that explores themes of hypocrisy, deception, and the complexities of faith. 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Molière's masterful wit and keen observations about human behavior ensure that this classic work continues to resonate, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of morality and social dynamics.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6571</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Don Juan, or The Feast with the Statue-Molière</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-juan-or-the-feast-with-the-statue-moliere--73542964</link><description><![CDATA["Don Juan, or The Feast with the Statue-Molière" delves into the iconic tale of Don Juan, exploring themes of seduction, morality, and the consequences of a life lived in defiance of societal norms. 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This timeless collection resonates today, highlighting themes of morality, ingenuity, and the complexities of trust in a rapidly changing society. The enduring appeal of these tales lies in their ability to reflect the quirks of human behavior, reminding us that sometimes, the most profound truths are found in the most unexpected places.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73488123</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:53:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73488123/gentle_grafter_o_henry.mp3" length="20830218" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Gentle Grafter" by O. Henry invites listeners into a world of clever schemes and charming cons, where the art of deception is both an intriguing and humorous exploration of human nature. O. Henry's masterful storytelling and wit shine through as he...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Gentle Grafter" by O. Henry invites listeners into a world of clever schemes and charming cons, where the art of deception is both an intriguing and humorous exploration of human nature. O. Henry's masterful storytelling and wit shine through as he delves into the lives of characters who navigate the fine line between honesty and trickery. This timeless collection resonates today, highlighting themes of morality, ingenuity, and the complexities of trust in a rapidly changing society. The enduring appeal of these tales lies in their ability to reflect the quirks of human behavior, reminding us that sometimes, the most profound truths are found in the most unexpected places.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2601</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>037 - Bad Workmanship</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/037-bad-workmanship--68626744</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626744</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:00:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626744/037_bad_workmanship.mp3" length="2677407" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/abdcd043-2934-4b49-88ab-7328f6e7d150/abdcd043-2934-4b49-88ab-7328f6e7d150.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/abdcd043-2934-4b49-88ab-7328f6e7d150/abdcd043-2934-4b49-88ab-7328f6e7d150.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/abdcd043-2934-4b49-88ab-7328f6e7d150/abdcd043-2934-4b49-88ab-7328f6e7d150.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626739</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626739/036_a_hidden_cause.mp3" length="414194" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a4ce579-4dc9-4777-b791-d711994d67b2/4a4ce579-4dc9-4777-b791-d711994d67b2.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a4ce579-4dc9-4777-b791-d711994d67b2/4a4ce579-4dc9-4777-b791-d711994d67b2.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a4ce579-4dc9-4777-b791-d711994d67b2/4a4ce579-4dc9-4777-b791-d711994d67b2.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626738</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:00:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626738/035_the_supreme_comedy.mp3" length="733002" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8731b217-a54a-4b2f-a284-df21b2c14988/8731b217-a54a-4b2f-a284-df21b2c14988.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8731b217-a54a-4b2f-a284-df21b2c14988/8731b217-a54a-4b2f-a284-df21b2c14988.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8731b217-a54a-4b2f-a284-df21b2c14988/8731b217-a54a-4b2f-a284-df21b2c14988.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626737</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626737/034_the_burnt_child.mp3" length="405828" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/84934ba7-5483-4ba3-88b7-3602255e48a1/84934ba7-5483-4ba3-88b7-3602255e48a1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/84934ba7-5483-4ba3-88b7-3602255e48a1/84934ba7-5483-4ba3-88b7-3602255e48a1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/84934ba7-5483-4ba3-88b7-3602255e48a1/84934ba7-5483-4ba3-88b7-3602255e48a1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626736</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:00:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626736/033_martyrs.mp3" length="821270" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/496eb6a1-7841-4980-a8d6-e8224277e5ac/496eb6a1-7841-4980-a8d6-e8224277e5ac.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/496eb6a1-7841-4980-a8d6-e8224277e5ac/496eb6a1-7841-4980-a8d6-e8224277e5ac.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/496eb6a1-7841-4980-a8d6-e8224277e5ac/496eb6a1-7841-4980-a8d6-e8224277e5ac.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>103</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>032 - Woman and the Artist</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/032-woman-and-the-artist--68626735</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626735</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626735/032_woman_and_the_artist.mp3" length="2792257" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/60386eab-ac0a-4349-830c-ac2ee8690d99/60386eab-ac0a-4349-830c-ac2ee8690d99.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/60386eab-ac0a-4349-830c-ac2ee8690d99/60386eab-ac0a-4349-830c-ac2ee8690d99.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/60386eab-ac0a-4349-830c-ac2ee8690d99/60386eab-ac0a-4349-830c-ac2ee8690d99.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>349</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>031 - Women as Spectacles</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/031-women-as-spectacles--68626734</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626734</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626734/031_women_as_spectacles.mp3" length="1564528" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/aefdb4c3-c4ad-4951-bca7-51e2ca833fbb/aefdb4c3-c4ad-4951-bca7-51e2ca833fbb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/aefdb4c3-c4ad-4951-bca7-51e2ca833fbb/aefdb4c3-c4ad-4951-bca7-51e2ca833fbb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/aefdb4c3-c4ad-4951-bca7-51e2ca833fbb/aefdb4c3-c4ad-4951-bca7-51e2ca833fbb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>196</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>030 - The Incomparable Buzzsaw</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/030-the-incomparable-buzzsaw--68626732</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626732</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:00:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626732/030_the_incomparable_buzzsaw.mp3" length="1476884" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e2fa5e07-cbca-4459-803b-2eae85ab7566/e2fa5e07-cbca-4459-803b-2eae85ab7566.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e2fa5e07-cbca-4459-803b-2eae85ab7566/e2fa5e07-cbca-4459-803b-2eae85ab7566.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e2fa5e07-cbca-4459-803b-2eae85ab7566/e2fa5e07-cbca-4459-803b-2eae85ab7566.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>185</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>029 - The Nature of Love</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/029-the-nature-of-love--68626731</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626731</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626731/029_the_nature_of_love.mp3" length="4736454" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/15ce4144-24c8-440a-8a77-a89afc29643c/15ce4144-24c8-440a-8a77-a89afc29643c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/15ce4144-24c8-440a-8a77-a89afc29643c/15ce4144-24c8-440a-8a77-a89afc29643c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/15ce4144-24c8-440a-8a77-a89afc29643c/15ce4144-24c8-440a-8a77-a89afc29643c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>592</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>028 - The Triumph of Idealism</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/028-the-triumph-of-idealism--68626729</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626729</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626729/028_the_triumph_of_idealism.mp3" length="1382539" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ee5f07e2-bfba-4c5e-a80e-f4daf09c91e1/ee5f07e2-bfba-4c5e-a80e-f4daf09c91e1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ee5f07e2-bfba-4c5e-a80e-f4daf09c91e1/ee5f07e2-bfba-4c5e-a80e-f4daf09c91e1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ee5f07e2-bfba-4c5e-a80e-f4daf09c91e1/ee5f07e2-bfba-4c5e-a80e-f4daf09c91e1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>173</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>027 - Cupid and Well-Water</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/027-cupid-and-well-water--68626727</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626727</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626727/027_cupid_and_well_water.mp3" length="1051180" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e5dcddc8-2763-4639-bd94-415828a13990/e5dcddc8-2763-4639-bd94-415828a13990.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e5dcddc8-2763-4639-bd94-415828a13990/e5dcddc8-2763-4639-bd94-415828a13990.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e5dcddc8-2763-4639-bd94-415828a13990/e5dcddc8-2763-4639-bd94-415828a13990.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>132</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>026 - The Lure of Babylon</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-the-lure-of-babylon--68626726</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626726</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626726/026_the_lure_of_babylon.mp3" length="2070765" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50cf741d-5167-4cbf-b243-12222a9d77a3/50cf741d-5167-4cbf-b243-12222a9d77a3.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50cf741d-5167-4cbf-b243-12222a9d77a3/50cf741d-5167-4cbf-b243-12222a9d77a3.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50cf741d-5167-4cbf-b243-12222a9d77a3/50cf741d-5167-4cbf-b243-12222a9d77a3.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>259</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>025 - The Holy War</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-the-holy-war--68626724</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626724</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626724/025_the_holy_war.mp3" length="2559004" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b81f584f-f288-4428-ab16-75950ab3277e/b81f584f-f288-4428-ab16-75950ab3277e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b81f584f-f288-4428-ab16-75950ab3277e/b81f584f-f288-4428-ab16-75950ab3277e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b81f584f-f288-4428-ab16-75950ab3277e/b81f584f-f288-4428-ab16-75950ab3277e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>320</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>024 - The Cult of Hope</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-the-cult-of-hope--68626722</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626722</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626722/024_the_cult_of_hope.mp3" length="5072827" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/77ffac83-0c32-4625-986c-b7c6351303f1/77ffac83-0c32-4625-986c-b7c6351303f1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/77ffac83-0c32-4625-986c-b7c6351303f1/77ffac83-0c32-4625-986c-b7c6351303f1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/77ffac83-0c32-4625-986c-b7c6351303f1/77ffac83-0c32-4625-986c-b7c6351303f1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>634</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>023 - The Cerebral Mime</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-the-cerebral-mime--68626720</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626720</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626720/023_the_cerebral_mime.mp3" length="1828940" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5eaf0e9a-533e-427f-8f89-1ac18c199c68/5eaf0e9a-533e-427f-8f89-1ac18c199c68.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5eaf0e9a-533e-427f-8f89-1ac18c199c68/5eaf0e9a-533e-427f-8f89-1ac18c199c68.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5eaf0e9a-533e-427f-8f89-1ac18c199c68/5eaf0e9a-533e-427f-8f89-1ac18c199c68.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>229</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - The Human Face</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-the-human-face--68626719</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626719</guid><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626719/022_the_human_face.mp3" length="1623096" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d065666d-fde4-4e01-b670-08c8831ed91e/d065666d-fde4-4e01-b670-08c8831ed91e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d065666d-fde4-4e01-b670-08c8831ed91e/d065666d-fde4-4e01-b670-08c8831ed91e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d065666d-fde4-4e01-b670-08c8831ed91e/d065666d-fde4-4e01-b670-08c8831ed91e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>203</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - The Puritan as Artist</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-the-puritan-as-artist--68626717</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626717</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626717/021_the_puritan_as_artist.mp3" length="754969" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0e151ee1-2450-4374-bbda-0bf75f9508e4/0e151ee1-2450-4374-bbda-0bf75f9508e4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0e151ee1-2450-4374-bbda-0bf75f9508e4/0e151ee1-2450-4374-bbda-0bf75f9508e4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0e151ee1-2450-4374-bbda-0bf75f9508e4/0e151ee1-2450-4374-bbda-0bf75f9508e4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>95</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>020 - Tempo di Valse</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-tempo-di-valse--68626716</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626716</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626716/020_tempo_di_valse.mp3" length="1589208" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e85b0309-711d-467a-9042-e47dea604a7c/e85b0309-711d-467a-9042-e47dea604a7c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e85b0309-711d-467a-9042-e47dea604a7c/e85b0309-711d-467a-9042-e47dea604a7c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e85b0309-711d-467a-9042-e47dea604a7c/e85b0309-711d-467a-9042-e47dea604a7c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>199</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>019 - The Music of To-morrow</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-the-music-of-to-morrow--68626715</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626715</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:00:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626715/019_the_music_of_to_morrow.mp3" length="2278073" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0e8afd53-7acb-4a03-9c2f-a9e3e27adc94/0e8afd53-7acb-4a03-9c2f-a9e3e27adc94.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0e8afd53-7acb-4a03-9c2f-a9e3e27adc94/0e8afd53-7acb-4a03-9c2f-a9e3e27adc94.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0e8afd53-7acb-4a03-9c2f-a9e3e27adc94/0e8afd53-7acb-4a03-9c2f-a9e3e27adc94.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>285</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>018 - Opera</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-opera--68626714</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626714</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626714/018_opera.mp3" length="3024023" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/fb2556a9-5234-4cc9-ac68-f41f66e74607/fb2556a9-5234-4cc9-ac68-f41f66e74607.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/fb2556a9-5234-4cc9-ac68-f41f66e74607/fb2556a9-5234-4cc9-ac68-f41f66e74607.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/fb2556a9-5234-4cc9-ac68-f41f66e74607/fb2556a9-5234-4cc9-ac68-f41f66e74607.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>378</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>017 - On Music-Lovers</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-on-music-lovers--68626712</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626712</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626712/017_on_music_lovers.mp3" length="2093771" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4c15ac4e-aea4-4371-9bf3-d383a5185198/4c15ac4e-aea4-4371-9bf3-d383a5185198.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4c15ac4e-aea4-4371-9bf3-d383a5185198/4c15ac4e-aea4-4371-9bf3-d383a5185198.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4c15ac4e-aea4-4371-9bf3-d383a5185198/4c15ac4e-aea4-4371-9bf3-d383a5185198.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>262</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>016 - Exeunt Omnes</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-exeunt-omnes--68626710</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626710</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626710/016_exeunt_omnes.mp3" length="9755928" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/eae8a24a-cf4d-44ae-b7f6-1f22bfe94d86/eae8a24a-cf4d-44ae-b7f6-1f22bfe94d86.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/eae8a24a-cf4d-44ae-b7f6-1f22bfe94d86/eae8a24a-cf4d-44ae-b7f6-1f22bfe94d86.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/eae8a24a-cf4d-44ae-b7f6-1f22bfe94d86/eae8a24a-cf4d-44ae-b7f6-1f22bfe94d86.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1219</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - Scientific Examination of a Popular Virtue</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-scientific-examination-of-a-popular-virtue--68626707</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626707</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626707/015_scientific_examination_of_a_popular_virtue.mp3" length="5474495" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1b412394-f6d8-4164-a6e2-4c09ebbac5dd/1b412394-f6d8-4164-a6e2-4c09ebbac5dd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1b412394-f6d8-4164-a6e2-4c09ebbac5dd/1b412394-f6d8-4164-a6e2-4c09ebbac5dd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1b412394-f6d8-4164-a6e2-4c09ebbac5dd/1b412394-f6d8-4164-a6e2-4c09ebbac5dd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>684</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>014 - The Divine Afflatus</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-the-divine-afflatus--68626706</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626706</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626706/014_the_divine_afflatus.mp3" length="11357902" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f01c34fe-68c7-44a6-a61e-ce9370208a5e/f01c34fe-68c7-44a6-a61e-ce9370208a5e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f01c34fe-68c7-44a6-a61e-ce9370208a5e/f01c34fe-68c7-44a6-a61e-ce9370208a5e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f01c34fe-68c7-44a6-a61e-ce9370208a5e/f01c34fe-68c7-44a6-a61e-ce9370208a5e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1419</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>013 - The Sahara of the Bozart</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-the-sahara-of-the-bozart--68626705</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626705</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626705/013_the_sahara_of_the_bozart.mp3" length="13112161" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f96b38e7-52d1-4950-9ab9-ff2aa692d271/f96b38e7-52d1-4950-9ab9-ff2aa692d271.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f96b38e7-52d1-4950-9ab9-ff2aa692d271/f96b38e7-52d1-4950-9ab9-ff2aa692d271.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f96b38e7-52d1-4950-9ab9-ff2aa692d271/f96b38e7-52d1-4950-9ab9-ff2aa692d271.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1638</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>012 - Roosevelt An Autopsy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-roosevelt-an-autopsy--68626703</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626703</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626703/012_roosevelt_an_autopsy.mp3" length="22834825" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f5d6f196-c3df-4b5c-9ef4-f829551fe912/f5d6f196-c3df-4b5c-9ef4-f829551fe912.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f5d6f196-c3df-4b5c-9ef4-f829551fe912/f5d6f196-c3df-4b5c-9ef4-f829551fe912.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f5d6f196-c3df-4b5c-9ef4-f829551fe912/f5d6f196-c3df-4b5c-9ef4-f829551fe912.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2852</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>011 - Epilogue</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-epilogue--68626699</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626699</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:03:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626699/011_epilogue.mp3" length="2509213" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7adb094b-b178-4399-8665-e7bf63d9d619/7adb094b-b178-4399-8665-e7bf63d9d619.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7adb094b-b178-4399-8665-e7bf63d9d619/7adb094b-b178-4399-8665-e7bf63d9d619.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7adb094b-b178-4399-8665-e7bf63d9d619/7adb094b-b178-4399-8665-e7bf63d9d619.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. Mencken</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>314</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>010 - The Intolerable Burden</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-the-intolerable-burden--68626698</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626698</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:03:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626698/010_the_intolerable_burden.mp3" length="7964864" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f34336b3-73b6-4ca1-8ab9-e0a2c4cee2f7/f34336b3-73b6-4ca1-8ab9-e0a2c4cee2f7.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f34336b3-73b6-4ca1-8ab9-e0a2c4cee2f7/f34336b3-73b6-4ca1-8ab9-e0a2c4cee2f7.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f34336b3-73b6-4ca1-8ab9-e0a2c4cee2f7/f34336b3-73b6-4ca1-8ab9-e0a2c4cee2f7.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>995</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>009 - Under the Campus Pump</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-under-the-campus-pump--68626696</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626696</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:03:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626696/009_under_the_campus_pump.mp3" length="6538197" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ea3055c3-85b1-464b-adea-1423791e0c64/ea3055c3-85b1-464b-adea-1423791e0c64.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ea3055c3-85b1-464b-adea-1423791e0c64/ea3055c3-85b1-464b-adea-1423791e0c64.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ea3055c3-85b1-464b-adea-1423791e0c64/ea3055c3-85b1-464b-adea-1423791e0c64.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>817</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>008 - The Cultural Background</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-the-cultural-background--68626695</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626695</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:03:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68626695/008_the_cultural_background.mp3" length="9702386" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/261a17e1-3e6e-4017-8ea7-3b20fa8d2fdb/261a17e1-3e6e-4017-8ea7-3b20fa8d2fdb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/261a17e1-3e6e-4017-8ea7-3b20fa8d2fdb/261a17e1-3e6e-4017-8ea7-3b20fa8d2fdb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/261a17e1-3e6e-4017-8ea7-3b20fa8d2fdb/261a17e1-3e6e-4017-8ea7-3b20fa8d2fdb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>H. L. 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Join Jim Locke as he brings Menckens biting wit and insightful observations to life.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1212</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>art,criticism,culture,folly,humanity,humor,prohibition,relationships,satire,society</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a5800f7ef95ee0c96c29382d6a5c1370.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>007 - The Lonesome Artist</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-the-lonesome-artist--68626694</link><description><![CDATA[In this engaging second series, H.L. Mencken delivers his trademark sharp critiques on the follies of humanity—exposing the lack of genuine artistry and compassion in American art and society. He examines the misguided fervor of crusades like Prohibition and adds a humorous twist by exploring the peculiar mating rituals between the sexes. 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