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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. 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The emotional depth and sincerity of these letters make it a compelling listen for anyone seeking connection and understanding in their own lives.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73543769</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:56:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73543769/letters_from_mrs_palmerstone_to_her_daughter_volume_one_rachel_hunter.mp3" length="133194525" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Letters from Mrs Palmerstone to Her Daughter, Volume One-Rachel Hunter" offers a poignant glimpse into the correspondence between a mother and her daughter, reflecting the timeless themes of love, guidance, and the complexities of familial...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Letters from Mrs Palmerstone to Her Daughter, Volume One-Rachel Hunter" offers a poignant glimpse into the correspondence between a mother and her daughter, reflecting the timeless themes of love, guidance, and the complexities of familial relationships. 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The emotional depth and sincerity of these letters make it a compelling listen for anyone seeking connection and understanding in their own lives.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>16633</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Emily Brontë-Agnes Mary Frances Robinson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/emily-bronte-agnes-mary-frances-robinson--73489426</link><description><![CDATA["Emily Brontë-Agnes Mary Frances Robinson" delves into the lives and works of two remarkable authors, exploring their unique contributions to literature and the themes of passion, isolation, and the human experience. This audiobook offers listeners a chance to reflect on the enduring nature of their writings, which continue to resonate with contemporary audiences. As Brontë and Robinson navigate their struggles and triumphs, their voices echo the timeless quest for identity and self-expression. Engaging with this narrative not only honors their legacy but also invites listeners to consider the complexities of creativity and the societal challenges faced by women in literature, making it a compelling listen today.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73489426</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:13:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73489426/emily_bronte_agnes_mary_frances_robinson.mp3" length="221168975" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Emily Brontë-Agnes Mary Frances Robinson" delves into the lives and works of two remarkable authors, exploring their unique contributions to literature and the themes of passion, isolation, and the human experience. This audiobook offers listeners a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Emily Brontë-Agnes Mary Frances Robinson" delves into the lives and works of two remarkable authors, exploring their unique contributions to literature and the themes of passion, isolation, and the human experience. This audiobook offers listeners a chance to reflect on the enduring nature of their writings, which continue to resonate with contemporary audiences. As Brontë and Robinson navigate their struggles and triumphs, their voices echo the timeless quest for identity and self-expression. Engaging with this narrative not only honors their legacy but also invites listeners to consider the complexities of creativity and the societal challenges faced by women in literature, making it a compelling listen today.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>27619</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>024 - George Robinson's Dream</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-george-robinson-s-dream--68629250</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629250</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629250/024_george_robinson_s_dream.mp3" length="6665216" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c7b9c2f7-07eb-4d93-a643-34542fa1c10e/c7b9c2f7-07eb-4d93-a643-34542fa1c10e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c7b9c2f7-07eb-4d93-a643-34542fa1c10e/c7b9c2f7-07eb-4d93-a643-34542fa1c10e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c7b9c2f7-07eb-4d93-a643-34542fa1c10e/c7b9c2f7-07eb-4d93-a643-34542fa1c10e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>833</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>023 - Farewell</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-farewell--68629249</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629249</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629249/023_farewell.mp3" length="9818112" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/40e149a6-59f9-42db-9772-63af95479df9/40e149a6-59f9-42db-9772-63af95479df9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/40e149a6-59f9-42db-9772-63af95479df9/40e149a6-59f9-42db-9772-63af95479df9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/40e149a6-59f9-42db-9772-63af95479df9/40e149a6-59f9-42db-9772-63af95479df9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1228</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - Wasteful and Impetuous Sale</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-wasteful-and-impetuous-sale--68629248</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629248</guid><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629248/022_wasteful_and_impetuous_sale.mp3" length="12905984" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7a3efa41-1a6e-43c2-bd85-575edc279840/7a3efa41-1a6e-43c2-bd85-575edc279840.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7a3efa41-1a6e-43c2-bd85-575edc279840/7a3efa41-1a6e-43c2-bd85-575edc279840.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7a3efa41-1a6e-43c2-bd85-575edc279840/7a3efa41-1a6e-43c2-bd85-575edc279840.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1614</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - Mr Brown is Taken Ill</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-mr-brown-is-taken-ill--68629245</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629245</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629245/021_mr_brown_is_taken_ill.mp3" length="14180864" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e6379708-ce13-4f79-a90c-7bd054471332/e6379708-ce13-4f79-a90c-7bd054471332.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e6379708-ce13-4f79-a90c-7bd054471332/e6379708-ce13-4f79-a90c-7bd054471332.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e6379708-ce13-4f79-a90c-7bd054471332/e6379708-ce13-4f79-a90c-7bd054471332.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1773</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>020 - Showing How Mr Brisket Didn't See His Way</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-showing-how-mr-brisket-didn-t-see-his-way--68629243</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629243</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629243/020_showing_how_mr_brisket_didn_t_see_his_way.mp3" length="6988800" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b7f7a424-6e78-445d-b944-9ab13a366529/b7f7a424-6e78-445d-b944-9ab13a366529.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b7f7a424-6e78-445d-b944-9ab13a366529/b7f7a424-6e78-445d-b944-9ab13a366529.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b7f7a424-6e78-445d-b944-9ab13a366529/b7f7a424-6e78-445d-b944-9ab13a366529.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>874</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>019 - George Robinson's Marriage</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-george-robinson-s-marriage--68629242</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629242</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629242/019_george_robinson_s_marriage.mp3" length="7226880" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8dfbf60d-512b-4eab-9a63-99c88355ad73/8dfbf60d-512b-4eab-9a63-99c88355ad73.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8dfbf60d-512b-4eab-9a63-99c88355ad73/8dfbf60d-512b-4eab-9a63-99c88355ad73.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8dfbf60d-512b-4eab-9a63-99c88355ad73/8dfbf60d-512b-4eab-9a63-99c88355ad73.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>904</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>018 - An Evening at the Goose and Gridiron</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-an-evening-at-the-goose-and-gridiron--68629240</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629240</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629240/018_an_evening_at_the_goose_and_gridiron.mp3" length="10448384" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8db63275-06a6-40a9-b9a5-d3f11640c1de/8db63275-06a6-40a9-b9a5-d3f11640c1de.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8db63275-06a6-40a9-b9a5-d3f11640c1de/8db63275-06a6-40a9-b9a5-d3f11640c1de.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8db63275-06a6-40a9-b9a5-d3f11640c1de/8db63275-06a6-40a9-b9a5-d3f11640c1de.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1306</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>017 - A Tea-party in Bishopsgate Street</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-a-tea-party-in-bishopsgate-street--68629239</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629239</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629239/017_a_tea_party_in_bishopsgate_street.mp3" length="11279872" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8365b5db-7296-4658-a010-e7d60d7bcfdd/8365b5db-7296-4658-a010-e7d60d7bcfdd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8365b5db-7296-4658-a010-e7d60d7bcfdd/8365b5db-7296-4658-a010-e7d60d7bcfdd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8365b5db-7296-4658-a010-e7d60d7bcfdd/8365b5db-7296-4658-a010-e7d60d7bcfdd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1410</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>016 - Showing How Robinson Walked Upon Roses</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-showing-how-robinson-walked-upon-roses--68629238</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629238</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629238/016_showing_how_robinson_walked_upon_roses.mp3" length="9252352" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c281942a-d42a-49e6-9c17-caef03d480b9/c281942a-d42a-49e6-9c17-caef03d480b9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c281942a-d42a-49e6-9c17-caef03d480b9/c281942a-d42a-49e6-9c17-caef03d480b9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c281942a-d42a-49e6-9c17-caef03d480b9/c281942a-d42a-49e6-9c17-caef03d480b9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1157</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - Miss Brown Names the Day</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-miss-brown-names-the-day--68629237</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629237</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629237/015_miss_brown_names_the_day.mp3" length="7629824" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7ad3b2bf-23f7-4b51-a92a-2ffa8b9254f8/7ad3b2bf-23f7-4b51-a92a-2ffa8b9254f8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7ad3b2bf-23f7-4b51-a92a-2ffa8b9254f8/7ad3b2bf-23f7-4b51-a92a-2ffa8b9254f8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7ad3b2bf-23f7-4b51-a92a-2ffa8b9254f8/7ad3b2bf-23f7-4b51-a92a-2ffa8b9254f8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>954</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>014 - Mistress Morony</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-mistress-morony--68629235</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629235</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629235/014_mistress_morony.mp3" length="12054528" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b8fc8f57-a0bf-47cf-a921-6e6ed1675431/b8fc8f57-a0bf-47cf-a921-6e6ed1675431.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b8fc8f57-a0bf-47cf-a921-6e6ed1675431/b8fc8f57-a0bf-47cf-a921-6e6ed1675431.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b8fc8f57-a0bf-47cf-a921-6e6ed1675431/b8fc8f57-a0bf-47cf-a921-6e6ed1675431.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1507</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>013 - The Wisdom of Poppins</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-the-wisdom-of-poppins--68629234</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629234</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629234/013_the_wisdom_of_poppins.mp3" length="9271296" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7db8e301-2893-40ed-add7-1bdb67b95722/7db8e301-2893-40ed-add7-1bdb67b95722.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7db8e301-2893-40ed-add7-1bdb67b95722/7db8e301-2893-40ed-add7-1bdb67b95722.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7db8e301-2893-40ed-add7-1bdb67b95722/7db8e301-2893-40ed-add7-1bdb67b95722.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1159</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>012 - Samson and Delilah</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-samson-and-delilah--68629233</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629233</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629233/012_samson_and_delilah.mp3" length="8523776" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d5ace20e-4a06-43db-b50a-dd4ea3a59721/d5ace20e-4a06-43db-b50a-dd4ea3a59721.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d5ace20e-4a06-43db-b50a-dd4ea3a59721/d5ace20e-4a06-43db-b50a-dd4ea3a59721.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d5ace20e-4a06-43db-b50a-dd4ea3a59721/d5ace20e-4a06-43db-b50a-dd4ea3a59721.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1066</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>011 - Johnson of Manchester</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-johnson-of-manchester--68629232</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629232</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:31:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629232/011_johnson_of_manchester.mp3" length="12803072" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2dc90cee-c2ef-483f-a603-008771564cc4/2dc90cee-c2ef-483f-a603-008771564cc4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2dc90cee-c2ef-483f-a603-008771564cc4/2dc90cee-c2ef-483f-a603-008771564cc4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2dc90cee-c2ef-483f-a603-008771564cc4/2dc90cee-c2ef-483f-a603-008771564cc4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1601</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>010 - Showing How the Firm Invented a New Shirt</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-showing-how-the-firm-invented-a-new-shirt--68629230</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629230</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:31:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629230/010_showing_how_the_firm_invented_a_new_shirt.mp3" length="10094080" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d2021db6-1a0f-4e64-8df5-7a61f07883e8/d2021db6-1a0f-4e64-8df5-7a61f07883e8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d2021db6-1a0f-4e64-8df5-7a61f07883e8/d2021db6-1a0f-4e64-8df5-7a61f07883e8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d2021db6-1a0f-4e64-8df5-7a61f07883e8/d2021db6-1a0f-4e64-8df5-7a61f07883e8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1262</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>009 - Showing How Mr Robinson was Employed on the Opening Day</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-showing-how-mr-robinson-was-employed-on-the-opening-day--68629227</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629227</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:31:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629227/009_showing_how_mr_robinson_was_employed_on_the_opening_day.mp3" length="9829376" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a2e28537-78c8-444e-8346-49d6210780f5/a2e28537-78c8-444e-8346-49d6210780f5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a2e28537-78c8-444e-8346-49d6210780f5/a2e28537-78c8-444e-8346-49d6210780f5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a2e28537-78c8-444e-8346-49d6210780f5/a2e28537-78c8-444e-8346-49d6210780f5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1229</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>008 - Mr Brisket Thinks He Sees His Way and Mr Robinson again Walks on Blackfriars Bridge</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-mr-brisket-thinks-he-sees-his-way-and-mr-robinson-again-walks-on-blackfriars-bridge--68629226</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629226</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629226/008_mr_brisket_thinks_he_sees_his_way_and_mr_robinson_again_walks_on_blackfriars_bridge.mp3" length="12407296" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7dc1d859-474c-4e3d-8460-00b0520cadfa/7dc1d859-474c-4e3d-8460-00b0520cadfa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7dc1d859-474c-4e3d-8460-00b0520cadfa/7dc1d859-474c-4e3d-8460-00b0520cadfa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7dc1d859-474c-4e3d-8460-00b0520cadfa/7dc1d859-474c-4e3d-8460-00b0520cadfa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1551</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>007 - Miss Brown Pleads Her Own Case and Mr Robinson Walks on Blackfriars Bridge</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-miss-brown-pleads-her-own-case-and-mr-robinson-walks-on-blackfriars-bridge--68629222</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629222</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629222/007_miss_brown_pleads_her_own_case_and_mr_robinson_walks_on_blackfriars_bridge.mp3" length="7501312" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. 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At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629221</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:36 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629221/006_it_is_our_opening_day.mp3" length="6701056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>838</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>005 - The Division of Labour</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-the-division-of-labour--68629220</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629220</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629220/005_the_division_of_labour.mp3" length="11217408" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1403</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>004 - Nine Times Nine is Eighty-one Showing How Brown Jones and Robinson Selected Their House of Business</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-nine-times-nine-is-eighty-one-showing-how-brown-jones-and-robinson-selected-their-house-of-business--68629218</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629218</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629218/004_nine_times_nine_is_eighty_one_showing_how_brown_jones_and_robinson_selected_their_house_of_business.mp3" length="10618880" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1328</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>003 - The Early History of Mr Robinson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-the-early-history-of-mr-robinson--68629217</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629217</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629217/003_the_early_history_of_mr_robinson.mp3" length="7193088" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>899</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>002 - The Early History of Our Mr Brown with Some Few Words of Mr Jones</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-the-early-history-of-our-mr-brown-with-some-few-words-of-mr-jones--68629216</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629216</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:30:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629216/002_the_early_history_of_our_mr_brown_with_some_few_words_of_mr_jones.mp3" length="9787904" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1224</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>001 - Preface By One of the Firm</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-preface-by-one-of-the-firm--68629215</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68629215</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:29:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68629215/001_preface_by_one_of_the_firm.mp3" length="9871360" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Anthony Trollope</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. 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Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1234</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advertising,business,comedy,deception,family,loyalty,redemption,satire,struggle,victorian</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/63751a9a2cba139d41a615fdb7e98dfe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
