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However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. 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However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. 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However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. 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However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. 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However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. 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This gripping play captures the essence of ambition, betrayal, and the complexities of governance, themes that remain relevant in today's world where political strife and personal ambition often collide. Shakespeare's exploration of human nature and the consequences of unchecked desire invites listeners to reflect on the timeless nature of power dynamics and moral dilemmas.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73489225</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:07:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73489225/henry_vi_part_2_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="91695721" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Henry VI, Part 2 by William Shakespeare delves into the tumultuous political landscape of England during the Wars of the Roses, showcasing the struggles for power and the fragility of loyalty. 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However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68628461</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:45:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68628461/006_act_v.mp3" length="17158656" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/325ac6ad-e0b9-421d-a6ce-18d046c1076e/325ac6ad-e0b9-421d-a6ce-18d046c1076e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/325ac6ad-e0b9-421d-a6ce-18d046c1076e/325ac6ad-e0b9-421d-a6ce-18d046c1076e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/325ac6ad-e0b9-421d-a6ce-18d046c1076e/325ac6ad-e0b9-421d-a6ce-18d046c1076e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of aristocrat Rowland Lacy, who finds himself smitten with the middle-class Rose Oateley. However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2145</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apprenticeship,business,class,comedy,disguise,drama,family,london,love,war</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2ad55a7a018d0114924c06acac937ea4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>005 - Act IV</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-act-iv--68628460</link><description><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. 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Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68628460</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:45:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68628460/005_act_iv.mp3" length="13842944" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/116efe10-11e9-4763-b6cb-699f0300cbbd/116efe10-11e9-4763-b6cb-699f0300cbbd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/116efe10-11e9-4763-b6cb-699f0300cbbd/116efe10-11e9-4763-b6cb-699f0300cbbd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/116efe10-11e9-4763-b6cb-699f0300cbbd/116efe10-11e9-4763-b6cb-699f0300cbbd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of aristocrat Rowland Lacy, who finds himself smitten with the middle-class Rose Oateley. However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1731</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apprenticeship,business,class,comedy,disguise,drama,family,london,love,war</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2ad55a7a018d0114924c06acac937ea4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>004 - Act III</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-act-iii--68628458</link><description><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. 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Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68628458</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:45:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68628458/004_act_iii.mp3" length="17526272" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e21f724b-a481-4c21-bbf6-3da1ffca1189/e21f724b-a481-4c21-bbf6-3da1ffca1189.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e21f724b-a481-4c21-bbf6-3da1ffca1189/e21f724b-a481-4c21-bbf6-3da1ffca1189.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e21f724b-a481-4c21-bbf6-3da1ffca1189/e21f724b-a481-4c21-bbf6-3da1ffca1189.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of aristocrat Rowland Lacy, who finds himself smitten with the middle-class Rose Oateley. However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2191</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apprenticeship,business,class,comedy,disguise,drama,family,london,love,war</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2ad55a7a018d0114924c06acac937ea4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>003 - Act II</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-act-ii--68628457</link><description><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. 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Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68628457</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:44:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68628457/003_act_ii.mp3" length="9539072" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f3577168-fcb8-4227-afb2-8a424224d6b9/f3577168-fcb8-4227-afb2-8a424224d6b9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f3577168-fcb8-4227-afb2-8a424224d6b9/f3577168-fcb8-4227-afb2-8a424224d6b9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f3577168-fcb8-4227-afb2-8a424224d6b9/f3577168-fcb8-4227-afb2-8a424224d6b9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of aristocrat Rowland Lacy, who finds himself smitten with the middle-class Rose Oateley. However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1193</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apprenticeship,business,class,comedy,disguise,drama,family,london,love,war</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2ad55a7a018d0114924c06acac937ea4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>002 - Act I</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-act-i--68628456</link><description><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. 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Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68628456</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:44:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68628456/002_act_i.mp3" length="7383552" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2ca899d8-c635-46ed-b561-7993e4d4c8aa/2ca899d8-c635-46ed-b561-7993e4d4c8aa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2ca899d8-c635-46ed-b561-7993e4d4c8aa/2ca899d8-c635-46ed-b561-7993e4d4c8aa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2ca899d8-c635-46ed-b561-7993e4d4c8aa/2ca899d8-c635-46ed-b561-7993e4d4c8aa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. This enchanting city comedy reveals the trials and tribulations of aristocrat Rowland Lacy, who finds himself smitten with the middle-class Rose Oateley. However, their love faces fierce opposition from both Roses father and Rowlands uncle due to their differing social standings and Rowlands reckless ways. In a bid to prove his worth, Rowland cleverly avoids military service by disguising himself as Hans, a Dutch shoemaker, and becomes an apprentice to the quirky but diligent Simon Eyre. As Rowland navigates the challenges of his new life, he strikes a lucrative business deal that transforms Eyres fortunes and elevates him to the esteemed position of Sheriff and later Lord Mayor of London. Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>923</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apprenticeship,business,class,comedy,disguise,drama,family,london,love,war</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2ad55a7a018d0114924c06acac937ea4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>001 - Dramatis Personae</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-dramatis-personae--68628454</link><description><![CDATA[Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. 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Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68628454</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:44:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68628454/001_dramatis_personae.mp3" length="953856" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2a0336e9-f184-4280-b7e9-7c68705751fb/2a0336e9-f184-4280-b7e9-7c68705751fb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2a0336e9-f184-4280-b7e9-7c68705751fb/2a0336e9-f184-4280-b7e9-7c68705751fb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2a0336e9-f184-4280-b7e9-7c68705751fb/2a0336e9-f184-4280-b7e9-7c68705751fb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Thomas Dekker</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the vibrant world of Elizabethan London with The Shoemakers Holiday, a delightful play penned by Thomas Dekker and first brought to life in 1599 by the Admirals Men. 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Meanwhile, the saga unfolds further as Eyres employee Ralph returns from the war to discover his wife, Jane, entangled with the wealthy dandy Hammon. Immerse yourself in this comedic tale of love, class struggle, and the bustling life of the city!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>120</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>apprenticeship,business,class,comedy,disguise,drama,family,london,love,war</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2ad55a7a018d0114924c06acac937ea4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
