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Finn, S.J.</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Religious Texts and Commentary</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker24@adfreesounds.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9dd6c84809ca43fa9f467f1b29562c35.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. (From Donahoes Magazine #37, 1897)<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Fiction"/><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"/><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"><itunes:category text="Stories for Kids"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>80660218-e384-5687-ac70-9ec19f4a8f30</podcast:guid><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Steps to Christ-Ellen G. White</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/steps-to-christ-ellen-g-white--74432580</link><description><![CDATA["Steps to Christ" by Ellen G. 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As listeners delve into this delightful story, they will find themselves reflecting on their own experiences and the twinkling eyes of wonder that can be found in the world around them.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6914</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9dd6c84809ca43fa9f467f1b29562c35.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Helen Lester-Pansy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/helen-lester-pansy--73794313</link><description><![CDATA[Helen Lester-Pansy is a captivating exploration of identity and belonging, inviting listeners into a world where the nuances of human experience are brought to life through vibrant storytelling. This tale resonates with themes of self-discovery and the challenges faced by newcomers as they navigate their place in society. 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Rabelais's masterful storytelling invites listeners to ponder the complexities of life, making this audiobook a valuable exploration of enduring themes that still hold relevance today.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>23441</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9dd6c84809ca43fa9f467f1b29562c35.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - Chapter the Last</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-chapter-the-last--69976728</link><description><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. (From Donahoes Magazine #37, 1897)<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69976728</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:57:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69976728/022_chapter_the_last.mp3" length="3693670" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8768b4c8-7951-4aaf-b98c-1f437ca1d155/8768b4c8-7951-4aaf-b98c-1f437ca1d155.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8768b4c8-7951-4aaf-b98c-1f437ca1d155/8768b4c8-7951-4aaf-b98c-1f437ca1d155.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8768b4c8-7951-4aaf-b98c-1f437ca1d155/8768b4c8-7951-4aaf-b98c-1f437ca1d155.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>Francis J. Finn, S.J.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. (From Donahoes Magazine #37, 1897)<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>462</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,college,coming-of-age,deception,education,friendship,humor,identity,journey,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9dd6c84809ca43fa9f467f1b29562c35.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - In Which Ethelred Finds the Best of Mothers</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-in-which-ethelred-finds-the-best-of-mothers--69976726</link><description><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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Finn, S.J.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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Finn, S.J.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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Finn, S.J.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join Ethelred Preston on an unforgettable journey in this captivating tale for boys, penned by Fr. Finn, SJ. As Ethelred embarks on his way to college, he encounters the cunning Packy Jarloe, a peddler who convinces him to swap places. While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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While Packy poses as Ethelred at Henrytown College, Ethelred inherits his peddlers pack and ventures out to seek his fortune. What follows is a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ethelred navigates the challenges of his new life. However, as the deception unravels, he faces trials that ultimately lead him to find his place as a beloved student at Henrytown College. 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