https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inheritors--6882950enPerforming ArtsCopyright Culture and Heritage classicshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f5f3e5fbd185fe1eb1ec320ecde4052c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inheritors--6882950Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:15 +0000Susan GlaspellCulture and Heritage classicsspreaker26@adfreesounds.comInheritors (1921), penned by the talented American playwright Susan Glaspell, explores the profound legacy left by an idealistic farmer who bequeaths his prized Midwest farmland for the establishment of a college (Act I). Fast forward forty years, and...false7e64e147-65cb-526f-90fc-8388ff98d2f3episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frailty-and-hypocrisy-figaro-trilogy-3-pierre-beaumarchais--74439673https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74439673Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:12 +0000Susan Glaspell"Frailty and Hypocrisy," the third installment in Pierre Beaumarchais' Figaro Trilogy, delves into the complexities of human nature, exploring themes of deception, moral ambiguity, and the contradictions that define our lives. This timeless work...7659falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crossings-a-fairy-play-walter-de-la-mare--74387621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74387621Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000Susan Glaspell"Crossings A Fairy Play" by Walter de la Mare invites listeners into a whimsical realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. This enchanting tale explores themes of transformation and the journey between worlds, reflecting the...9850falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-1818-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--74312776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312776Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:28 +0000Susan Glaspell"Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus," written by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley in 1818, delves into the profound consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas of creation. This timeless tale explores themes of ambition,...28838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-and-death-of-king-john-william-shakespeare--74211841https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74211841Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Susan Glaspell"Life and Death of King John" by William Shakespeare explores the tumultuous reign of King John, marked by political intrigue, conflict, and the struggle for power. This compelling narrative delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the...8918falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flowers-of-evil-charles-baudelaire-james-huneker--74151266https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74151266Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:31 +0000Susan Glaspell"Flowers of Evil" by Charles Baudelaire, translated by James Huneker, delves into the complexities of beauty and decay, exploring the duality of human experience through evocative poetry. This collection captures the essence of the human condition,...6719falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/france-at-war-on-the-frontier-of-civilization-rudyard-kipling--74103255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74103255Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:08 +0000Susan Glaspell"France At War On the Frontier of Civilization" by Rudyard Kipling delves into the complex interplay of conflict and civilization during a tumultuous period in French history. As Kipling explores the themes of war, national identity, and the human...6142falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-tales-about-aviation-rudyard-kipling--74054986https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74054986Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:38 +0000Susan Glaspell"Two Tales about Aviation" by Rudyard Kipling captures the spirit of adventure and the human fascination with flight. These stories explore the themes of ambition, innovation, and the quest for knowledge, reflecting the timeless allure of aviation and...10712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anticipations-h-g-wells--74005569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74005569Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:53 +0000Susan Glaspell"Anticipations" by H. G. Wells explores the possibilities of the future through the lens of early 20th-century thought, delving into themes of societal evolution, technological advancement, and the potential for human progress. As Wells navigates the...30702falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-on-democracy-h-l-mencken--73953617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73953617Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:38 +0000Susan Glaspell"Notes On Democracy" by H. L. Mencken offers a critical examination of democratic principles and practices, highlighting the complexities and contradictions inherent in the concept of democracy. Mencken's incisive wit and keen observations prompt...18011falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-king-lear-nahum-tate--73898848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73898848Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:23 +0000Susan Glaspell"History of King Lear-Nahum Tate" presents a reimagining of Shakespeare's classic tale, exploring themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of familial relationships. This adaptation, penned by Nahum Tate, offers a unique perspective on the...9531falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chronicles-of-canada-volume-13-the-united-empire-loyalists-a-chronicle-of-the-great-migration-w-stewart-wallace--73804059https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73804059Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:35 +0000Susan Glaspell"Chronicles of Canada Volume 13" by W. Stewart Wallace delves into the experiences of the United Empire Loyalists during the Great Migration, capturing a pivotal moment in Canadian history. This compelling narrative explores the struggles and triumphs...11967falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crisis-a-record-of-the-darker-races-vol-i-no-2-w-e-b-du-bois--73767346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73767346Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:37 +0000Susan GlaspellCrisis A Record of the Darker Races, Vol. I, No. 2 by W. E. B. Du Bois is a pivotal work that explores the complexities and challenges faced by marginalized communities. This volume is a testament to the enduring struggle for justice and equality,...8455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introduction-to-the-philosophy-of-history-georg-wilhelm-friedrich-hegel--73734070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73734070Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:41 +0000Susan Glaspell"Introduction to The Philosophy of History" by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel delves into the intricate relationship between history and philosophy, exploring how historical events shape human consciousness and societal development. Hegel presents a...16530falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/world-s-famous-orations-vol-iii-great-britain-i-william-jennings-bryan-francis-whiting-halsey-various--73709007https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73709007Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:03 +0000Susan GlaspellWorld’s Famous Orations, Vol. III Great Britain, edited by I-William Jennings Bryan and Francis Whiting Halsey, presents a compelling collection of significant speeches that have shaped British history and culture. This volume captures the essence of...23337falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flowers-of-evil-charles-baudelaire-james-huneker--73686525https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73686525Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:58 +0000Susan Glaspell"Flowers of Evil" by Charles Baudelaire, as translated by James Huneker, delves into the complexities of beauty and morality, exploring the darker aspects of human experience. This collection of poetry captures the essence of urban life and the...6719falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foxe-s-book-of-martyrs-vol-2-lives-and-deaths-of-early-christian-and-protestant-martyrs-forbush-foxe--73661159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73661159Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:35:17 +0000Susan Glaspell"Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2" delves into the lives and deaths of early Christian and Protestant martyrs, chronicling their unwavering faith amidst persecution. This compelling volume highlights the sacrifices made by individuals who stood firm in...34318falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-southern-home-or-the-south-and-its-people-william-wells-brown--73637440https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73637440Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:56:48 +0000Susan Glaspell"My Southern Home or, The South and Its People" by William Wells Brown offers a compelling exploration of the Southern United States and its inhabitants through the eyes of a former enslaved person. Brown's narrative provides a unique perspective on...26276falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-the-foundation-of-the-city-vol-01-titus-livius--73595154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73595154Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:30:35 +0000Susan Glaspell"From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius" delves into the rich history of Rome, chronicling its legendary beginnings and the foundational events that shaped its identity. This timeless work by Livy offers listeners a profound exploration...25892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hagar-s-daughter-a-story-of-southern-caste-prejudice-pauline-elizabeth-hopkins--73557852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73557852Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:59:23 +0000Susan GlaspellHagar's Daughter, a powerful narrative by Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, explores the deep-seated prejudices of Southern caste systems and their impact on identity and society. Through its poignant examination of race and class, the story delves into the...31093falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-4-chapter-18-thomas-babington-macaulay--73521070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73521070Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:04:23 +0000Susan Glaspell"History of England, from the Accession of James II" by Thomas Babington Macaulay delves into the complex political and social landscape of England during a pivotal era. This volume, specifically Chapter 18, captures the intricate dynamics of power,...15605falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-act-iv--70100739https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70100739Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:02:17 +0000Susan GlaspellInheritors (1921), penned by the talented American playwright Susan Glaspell, explores the profound legacy left by an idealistic farmer who bequeaths his prized Midwest farmland for the establishment of a college (Act I). 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Fast forward forty years, and...1883college,conflict,drama,empowerment,family,free speech,history,ideals,legacy,protestfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-act-i--70100734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70100734Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:02:02 +0000Susan GlaspellInheritors (1921), penned by the talented American playwright Susan Glaspell, explores the profound legacy left by an idealistic farmer who bequeaths his prized Midwest farmland for the establishment of a college (Act I). Fast forward forty years, and...2701college,conflict,drama,empowerment,family,free speech,history,ideals,legacy,protestfalsefull