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The themes of resilience and the pursuit of education resonate across generations, making this work a timeless guide for anyone seeking to build a strong character and contribute positively to society.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74438790</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74438790/character_building_booker_t_washington.mp3" length="191393334" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Character Building-Booker T. Washington" delves into the life and philosophy of one of America's most influential educators and advocates for African American advancement. This audiobook captures Washington's core beliefs in the importance of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Character Building-Booker T. 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Bower's vivid storytelling and rich characterization make this audiobook an enduring classic, inviting listeners to reflect on their own struggles and triumphs while connecting with the universal human experience.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74386027</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74386027/17519_flying_u_s_last_stand_b_m_bower.mp3" length="233598073" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Flying U's Last Stand" by B. M. Bower captures the essence of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. This gripping tale takes listeners on a journey through the challenges faced by its characters, showcasing their unwavering spirit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Flying U's Last Stand" by B. M. 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The narrative resonates today as it highlights the timeless challenges of commitment and the quest for personal fulfillment within the confines of tradition. Ward's insightful examination of these themes encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives and relationships, making this audiobook a relevant and thought-provoking experience for modern audiences.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74102505</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74102505/marriage_a_la_mode_mary_augusta_ward.mp3" length="186602962" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Marriage à la Mode" by Mary Augusta Ward delves into the complexities of marital relationships and societal expectations in a changing world. 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The book's exploration of personal growth and the quest for acceptance remains relevant today, inviting audiences to reflect on their own journeys and the importance of embracing one's true self. With its rich narrative and heartfelt messages, "Freckles" continues to resonate, making it a must-listen for those seeking inspiration and connection.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73660402</guid><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:11:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73660402/freckles_version_2_gene_stratton_porter.mp3" length="232504160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Freckles" by Gene Stratton-Porter is a timeless tale that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the beauty of nature through the journey of a young man who finds his place in the world. 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Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113195</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:10:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113195/027_the_trial.mp3" length="5350400" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ff0d1dd0-e884-49b4-8b5d-3e574ef75165/ff0d1dd0-e884-49b4-8b5d-3e574ef75165.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ff0d1dd0-e884-49b4-8b5d-3e574ef75165/ff0d1dd0-e884-49b4-8b5d-3e574ef75165.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ff0d1dd0-e884-49b4-8b5d-3e574ef75165/ff0d1dd0-e884-49b4-8b5d-3e574ef75165.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>669</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>026 - The Only Friends He Has</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-the-only-friends-he-has--70113185</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113185</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113185/026_the_only_friends_he_has.mp3" length="5778432" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e620b052-35ff-4d02-926a-9f7f4bbbed4c/e620b052-35ff-4d02-926a-9f7f4bbbed4c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e620b052-35ff-4d02-926a-9f7f4bbbed4c/e620b052-35ff-4d02-926a-9f7f4bbbed4c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e620b052-35ff-4d02-926a-9f7f4bbbed4c/e620b052-35ff-4d02-926a-9f7f4bbbed4c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>723</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>025 - Circumstantial Evidence</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-circumstantial-evidence--70113174</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113174</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113174/025_circumstantial_evidence.mp3" length="6106112" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ae3e9ed-651e-4835-badc-3c2955119a69/4ae3e9ed-651e-4835-badc-3c2955119a69.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ae3e9ed-651e-4835-badc-3c2955119a69/4ae3e9ed-651e-4835-badc-3c2955119a69.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ae3e9ed-651e-4835-badc-3c2955119a69/4ae3e9ed-651e-4835-badc-3c2955119a69.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>764</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>024 - In the Toils</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-in-the-toils--70113166</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113166</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113166/024_in_the_toils.mp3" length="4947968" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/71194919-87f8-4ced-ac0c-244803dca36c/71194919-87f8-4ced-ac0c-244803dca36c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/71194919-87f8-4ced-ac0c-244803dca36c/71194919-87f8-4ced-ac0c-244803dca36c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/71194919-87f8-4ced-ac0c-244803dca36c/71194919-87f8-4ced-ac0c-244803dca36c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>619</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>023 - Laid Up</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-laid-up--70113154</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113154</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113154/023_laid_up.mp3" length="3283456" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5346645f-df88-4928-a987-39e08fe5ba21/5346645f-df88-4928-a987-39e08fe5ba21.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5346645f-df88-4928-a987-39e08fe5ba21/5346645f-df88-4928-a987-39e08fe5ba21.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/5346645f-df88-4928-a987-39e08fe5ba21/5346645f-df88-4928-a987-39e08fe5ba21.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>411</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - A Letter From Murray</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-a-letter-from-murray--70113146</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113146</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113146/022_a_letter_from_murray.mp3" length="4880384" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57bf1de4-8109-4f8c-9bb7-c8511c549dce/57bf1de4-8109-4f8c-9bb7-c8511c549dce.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57bf1de4-8109-4f8c-9bb7-c8511c549dce/57bf1de4-8109-4f8c-9bb7-c8511c549dce.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57bf1de4-8109-4f8c-9bb7-c8511c549dce/57bf1de4-8109-4f8c-9bb7-c8511c549dce.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>610</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - Jimmy Tells the Truth</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-jimmy-tells-the-truth--70113141</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113141</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113141/021_jimmy_tells_the_truth.mp3" length="6646272" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c872a29-db19-4c7e-8ef6-dddc404b6670/3c872a29-db19-4c7e-8ef6-dddc404b6670.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c872a29-db19-4c7e-8ef6-dddc404b6670/3c872a29-db19-4c7e-8ef6-dddc404b6670.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c872a29-db19-4c7e-8ef6-dddc404b6670/3c872a29-db19-4c7e-8ef6-dddc404b6670.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>831</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>020 - An Invitation to Dine</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-an-invitation-to-dine--70113133</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113133</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113133/020_an_invitation_to_dine.mp3" length="4098560" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e9f1106e-7792-4ab0-b1cd-3d6614ea19aa/e9f1106e-7792-4ab0-b1cd-3d6614ea19aa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e9f1106e-7792-4ab0-b1cd-3d6614ea19aa/e9f1106e-7792-4ab0-b1cd-3d6614ea19aa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e9f1106e-7792-4ab0-b1cd-3d6614ea19aa/e9f1106e-7792-4ab0-b1cd-3d6614ea19aa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>513</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,ambition,athletics,chicago,employment,love,reality,romance,society,struggle</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7bd466d96d51be85927c0e03a6e840b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>019 - Plotting</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-plotting--70113122</link><description><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113122</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113122/019_plotting.mp3" length="5773312" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2bd83af4-272e-4e5f-a32d-632194a7dc97/2bd83af4-272e-4e5f-a32d-632194a7dc97.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2bd83af4-272e-4e5f-a32d-632194a7dc97/2bd83af4-272e-4e5f-a32d-632194a7dc97.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2bd83af4-272e-4e5f-a32d-632194a7dc97/2bd83af4-272e-4e5f-a32d-632194a7dc97.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. 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Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113116</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113116/018_the_efficiency_expert.mp3" length="5928960" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. 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Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113111</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113111/017_jimmy_on_the_job.mp3" length="3997184" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. 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Despite the support of his friends from the underworld and the charming, sophisticated woman who captures his heart, Jimmy faces the harsh realities of contemporary America, primarily set in Chicago. This 1921 short novel stands out in Burroughs collection, offering a captivating glimpse into the challenges of ambition and love without the allure of fantasy or exotic locales.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70113107</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:09:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70113107/016_jimmy_throws_a_bluff.mp3" length="6732288" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edgar Rice Burroughs</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In Efficiency Expert, we follow the journey of Jimmy Torrance, Jr., a talented athlete struggling to find his place in the job market after a promising college career. 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