https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-frank-baum-library--6886786enFictionPublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/540dacb0604802707d5545fab512d216.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-frank-baum-library--6886786Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:20 +0000Frank BaumGood Old Classicsfeeds@spreaker.comStep along the shining road and enter a library where stories never grow old. The Frank Lyman Baum Library is a cozy corner of Oz and beyond, where each episode brings a new chapter read aloud with warmth, wonder, and a dash of mischief. Here you will...falsef6843b65-96d7-5cca-bb9d-12f70b2ae099serialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-sing-a-song-o-sixpence--70200219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200219Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:22:38 +0000Frank BaumIn which a kind-hearted orphan boy named Gilligren sets out to London with but sixpence in hand, only to find that fortune can come in the most unexpected forms—such as a sack containing just a handful of rye and four-and-twenty lively blackbirds....859false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-cat-and-the-fiddle--70200211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200211Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:22:39 +0000Frank BaumIn which a lonely country boy finds solace in playing his fiddle by the brook, accompanied by his faithful dog, a cat, and a gentle cow, their companionship enlivening the quiet farmstead. A curious accident of tail and string sets off a merry uproar...574false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-he-story-of-little-boy-blue--70200216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200216Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:22:39 +0000Frank BaumIn which a small, devoted boy named Little Boy Blue is entrusted with the gentle duties of shepherding on a kindly squire's estate, bringing joy to his ailing mother and community. Yet, through tender mishap and heartfelt care, he finds that even a...1050false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-black-sheep--70200198https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200198Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which a black sheep reflects on the curious custom of having its wool sheared by the farmer and contemplates the purpose of the fleece in keeping the humans warm. With a kind heart and a sense of generosity, the sheep promises to grow a fine fleece...572false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-mistress-mary--70200199https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200199Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which a little girl named Mary, left alone with her mother while her sailor father and brothers voyage afar, lovingly tends a garden of cowslips, dingle-bells, and cockle-shells, naming each flower for her absent family. Through gentle visits from...1005false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-ld-king-cole--70200215https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200215Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which a poor, merry fiddler named Cole, content with his humble belongings and undaunted by fortune’s whims, stumbles quite by chance into kingship through a peculiar law of the land. As king, his good humour and simple pleasures bring gaiety and...765false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-man-in-the-moon--70200206https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200206Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:30:12 +0000Frank BaumIn which a lonely Man in the Moon, curious about earthly ways and especially eager to taste the famed pease porridge of Norwich, slides down a moonbeam only to find himself quite out of place in a bewildering, contrary world where cold can burn and...634false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-wond-rous-wise-man--70200207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200207Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:30:12 +0000Frank BaumIn which a remarkably wise boy named Solomon astounds his townsfolk with simple yet profound truths, earning a reputation that grows with his cleverness through boyhood and manhood. His wisdom is tested by a rival and culminates in a curious adventure...629false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-what-jack-horner-did--70200213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200213Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:30:12 +0000Frank BaumIn which young Jack Horner, living with his ailing grandparents at the edge of a great wood, bravely takes up the task of gathering wood to support the household despite his tender years. His courageous spirit leads him to rescue a stranger trapped in...688false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-jolly-miller--70200202https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200202Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Frank BaumIn which a solitary miller, known for his ceaseless singing of a melancholy tune, discovers a mysterious infant by the river and, despite his unfamiliarity with care, finds his heart unexpectedly kindled with love. Over time, the child grows into a...724false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-hickory-dickory-dock--70200203https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200203Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave mother mouse ventures into a human pantry to provide for her three young children, who, restless and curious, embark on a daring nocturnal exploration of the strange and wondrous household surroundings. Their adventure leads them to a...551false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-little-man-and-his-little-gun--70200209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200209Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Frank BaumIn which a little man named Jimson, who has stopped growing and longs to be taken seriously, fashions a tiny gun and attempts to join the local hunting season with earnest determination. His adventures by the brook, including a case of mistaken...569false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-little-bo-peep--70200205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200205Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Frank BaumIn which a gentle shepherdess named Little Bo-Peep tends her sheep upon the Sussex hills, learning about observation and patience through an unexpected encounter with a mysterious old woman. Her quest to find the missing tails of her sheep leads to a...732false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-story-of-tommy-tucker--70200212https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200212Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Frank BaumIn which a resourceful and clever boy named Tommy Tucker, hungry and homeless, wins the favour of a kindly alderman through his wit and impromptu verses, finally securing a place to live and serve. The story gently unfolds Tommy’s cleverness and good...731false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-pussy-cat-mew--70200218https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200218Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious and venturesome pussy-cat sets off from the countryside to London, braving dogs and strange streets in pursuit of curiosity and adventure. She ultimately finds herself in a grand palace where a small mouse’s appearance causes a...403false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-tom-the-piper-s-son--70200200https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200200Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a hungry boy named Tom, the piper’s son, endeavours to earn a penny by playing his pipes, but finds himself drawn into mischief under his father’s sly influence. Through a series of unfortunate events involving a stolen pig and a stern...500false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-humpty-dumpty--70200201https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200201Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young egg named Humpty Dumpty, after an unfortunate tumble from his nest, ventures out with a new companion to explore the wonders of a splendid royal garden and palace. Amidst the marvels and dangers of the outside world, a kind-hearted...903false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-how-the-beggars-came-to-town--70200217https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200217Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which young Prince Lilimond, struck by the plight of the beggars in his father’s kingdom, secures a rare promise to rule for a day so he might offer relief to the poor himself. With thoughtful care and counsel, he discerns between the truly needy...1243false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-three-wise-men-of-gotham--70200204https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200204Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Frank BaumIn which three men of Gotham, each adorned with the semblance of great wisdom yet harbouring varying degrees of folly, earn the admiration of their neighbours through little more than appearances and vague pronouncements. Their earnest yet misguided...803false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-little-miss-muffet--70200208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200208Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young girl, Little Miss Muffet, is surrounded by wealth and servants but yearns for the simple pleasures of childhood and a taste of freedom beyond her gilded cage. Taking a bold escape to a country farm, she discovers both unexpected...766false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-the-woman-who-lived-in-a-shoe--70200210https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200210Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Frank BaumIn which an elderly lady, having lost her daughters, finds herself caring for sixteen lively grandchildren all under one roof, transforming her quaint house into a bustling, shoe-shaped home filled with the cheerful chaos of childhood. Amidst the many...714false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-goose-in-prose-little-bun-rabbit--70200214https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70200214Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a gentle country child named Dorothy wins the trust of a timid rabbit and learns from him about the secret life of woodland creatures and the enchanting joys of Santa Claus’s toy-making workshop. Their tender exchange reveals the rabbit’s...775false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-1-rob-s-workshop--70203308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203308Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young and ingenious boy, encouraged by his father, transforms his attic workshop into an extraordinary electric wonderland complete with bells, alarms, and animated mechanical figures, much to the chagrin of the rest of the household....502false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-2-the-demon-of-electricity--70203309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203309Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave young lad encounters a wondrous being clothed in shimmering light and flame, who reveals himself as the Demon of Electricity, bound to obey the touch of the Master Key. They discourse on the mysteries of electrical power, the nature...501false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-3-the-three-gifts--70203313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203313Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a boy encounters a luminous and somewhat impatient Demon of Electricity who offers to bestow upon him three remarkable gifts each week for three weeks, illustrating the simple yet profound powers of electricity. These wondrous presents...643false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-6-the-buccaneers--70203315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203315Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young adventurer deftly escapes a hostile island with a wondrous, though temperamental, flying machine, encountering a band of fearsome pirates whose cunning is no match for his electric tube. After a perilous voyage above a stormy ocean,...960false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-5-the-cannibal-island--70203312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203312Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young adventurer, traversing the ocean skies, alights upon a mysterious, wooded island inhabited by formidable natives with a fearsome reputation. Though swiftly captured and threatened by these cannibals, he relies on wit and strange...962false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-4-testing-the-instruments--70203316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203316Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a bright and curious youth, gifted with wondrous electrical contrivances and a miraculous sustenance, embarks upon an aerial journey that confounds his family and awakens their concern. With a light heart and cheeky confidence, he explores...714false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-9-the-second-journey--70203310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203310Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Rob, a lively American lad with a thirst for electrical marvels and a somewhat reckless spirit, prepares silently for a clandestine nocturnal voyage, cloaked in mysterious and potent garments. With a pocketful of modest savings, familiar...361false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-8-rob-acquires-new-powers--70203321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203321Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Demon presents Rob with remarkable electrical gifts, including a protective garment, an enchanted Record of Events that reveals the happenings of the world, and spectacles that reveal the true nature of those he meets. These wondrous...632false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-7-the-demon-becomes-angry--70203318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203318Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which young Rob returns home from his remarkable adventures to find his family relieved and curious, while his mysterious visitor, the Demon, arrives once more with reproaches and a stern demand that Rob share his wondrous inventions only with the...407false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-10-how-rob-served-a-mighty-king--70203311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203311Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young American boy journeys swiftly over oceans and lands, encountering curious villagers and the bustling streets of London, before boldly gaining entry to the royal palace. There he displays miraculous inventions that reveal distant...1176false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-12-how-rob-saved-a-republic--70203314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203314Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young American boy named Rob, armed with a wondrous electrical device called the Record, ventures boldly into the heart of Paris to alert the Republic's president of a menacing conspiracy threatening his nation. Amidst the beautiful...523false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-11-the-man-of-science--70203320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203320Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young adventurer, having spent the night amidst the reverberations of a London church tower, takes to the skies and visits Paris, encountering a curious and excitable French scientist eager to comprehend his wondrous flying machine. The...556false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-15-a-battle-with-monsters--70203322https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203322Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which our young adventurer, navigating the skies with steadfast confidence in his wondrous electrical device, traverses distant lands and ancient cities, observing their customs and mysteries from afar. During a peaceful rest above the fabled sea,...573false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-14-turk-and-tatar--70203323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203323Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young adventurer finds himself amidst the fierce Black Tatars of Thibet and joins their siege against the city of Yarkand, employing wondrous electrical devices to shift the tide of battle and reclaim stolen treasures. Amidst clashes and...1201false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-13-rob-loses-his-treasures--70203317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203317Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young traveller, seeking relief from the stifling heat of Paris, inadvertently veers far from his intended route and drifts over vast deserts and mysterious cities, where he encounters unfriendly strangers who seize his precious devices and...772false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-18-a-narrow-escape--70203319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203319Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young traveller encounters the bustling throngs of a great city and narrowly escapes a treacherous attempt upon his life, revealing the dark hearts that covet his remarkable inventions. Disgusted yet undeterred, he silently returns to the...589false218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-17-the-coast-of-oregon--70203324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203324Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a courageous boy rescues two shipwrecked sailors on a rugged Oregon bluff, meeting curious fishermen and earning their astonishment by his mysterious departure through the air. He then soars over the majestic landscapes and grand cities of...388false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-16-shipwrecked-mariners--70203325https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203325Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a solitary young lad, overcome by a sudden burst of homesickness, discovers two famished and despairing shipwrecked sailors upon a tiny island in the vast ocean. With a generous heart and a wondrous flying machine, he devises a daring plan to...710false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-20-the-unhappy-fate-of-the-demon--70203326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203326Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a boy, wearied by the troublesome gifts of the Demon of Electricity, resolutely rejects the marvels of science that have caused him naught but grief and distraction from a normal life. The Demon, frustrated and resigned, acknowledges that the...871false220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-key-chapter-19-rob-makes-a-resolution--70203327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70203327Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Rob returns home to the warm embrace of his family, finding comfort in their love while resolving to be more thoughtful and aware of their feelings. As he prepares for an impending encounter in his workshop, the soothing tones of his mother’s...221false219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-2--70212882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212882Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Button-Bright, a boy with a curious and ancient umbrella, tells Trot and Cap'n Bill the story of how he discovered its wondrous power to fly him great distances, much to their amazement and delight. They welcome him into their home by the...968false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-1--70212890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212890Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious and earnest boy named Button-Bright arrives quite unexpectedly on the rocky Pacific coast near the home of a lively young girl named Trot and her one-legged, kindly friend Cap’n Bill. The trio quickly find themselves drawn together...905false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-3--70212887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212887Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Button-Bright, Trot, and Cap’n Bill embark upon delightful aerial excursions aided by the Magic Umbrella, exploring the marvels of flight and inventiveness amid their seaside village. Their spirited resolve leads them to undertake a newfound...843false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-5--70212861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212861Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers unexpectedly encounter the peculiar and imperious Boolooroo of the Blues, a sky-blue native who insists on their punishment for trespassing in his wondrously blue garden. Despite their polite protests and shared repast, Cap'n...826false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-4--70212878https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212878Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, Button-Bright, and Cap’n Bill find themselves carried far beyond their intended destination by the Magic Umbrella, soaring through a billowing sky of shifting cloud shapes and rainbows. Their descent ends abruptly upon a mysterious land...477false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-6--70212880https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212880Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our three friends find themselves unexpectedly captured but quickly freed, only to be made slaves to the peculiar and haughty inhabitants of Sky Island, including six singularly snubnosed princesses. The whimsical and imperious Boolooroo...674false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-9--70212875https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212875Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot is taken captive by the imperious Six Snubnosed Princesses and confined to their lavish apartments, where, despite their cruel commands, she shows kindness to their peculiar blue pets, earning their loyalty and protection. As the haughty...831false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-8--70212876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212876Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious visitors explore the extensive Blue City of Sky Island, learning of its blue-hued inhabitants, strange customs, and the mysterious barrier dividing the island's two realms. They discover the guarded secrets of the royal palace and...714false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-7--70212885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212885Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Button-Bright and Cap'n Bill are introduced to the curious custom of being "patched," a strange and unsettling punishment unique to Sky Island, and begin to understand the peculiarities of their new roles as slaves in the Blue City. They...689false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-11--70212870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212870Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a daring boy encounters a fearsome Blue Wolf within a treasure-filled chamber and, after securing a mysterious royal book, must flee the palace with his companions amidst a rising uproar. Their flight leads them to the edge of a foreboding...557false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-12--70212874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212874Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our adventurers brave the damp and heavy Fog Bank, encountering curious creatures who offer both guidance and obstacles along their path. With perseverance and a spirited leap upon a mighty frog, they finally emerge into the radiant light of...626false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-10--70212883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212883Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the little girl and her companions find themselves under the wary and grudging watch of the Blueskins in the palace, while the king's anger and jealousy threaten their safety. Button-Bright, entrusted with a daring task, ventures into the...893false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-14--70212862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212862Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers arrive in the Pink Country and are introduced to Tourmaline, a young and modest queen who rules with a sense of duty rather than pomp or riches, embodying the principles of service and fairness. They find themselves strangers...708false314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-15--70212877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212877Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, Button-Bright, and Cap'n Bill find themselves prisoners yet treated with unexpected kindness among the industrious and colour-themed Pinkies of Sky Island, where rival tribes vie for the sun's favour amid splendid sunrises and sunsets....849false315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-13--70212864https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212864Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our adventurers awaken to a wondrous Pink Country, where everything from the grass to the buildings glows with varying shades of rose, and they encounter the round, rosy-cheeked natives who regard them with suspicion. These Pinkies promptly...657false313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-16--70212863https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212863Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which our Earthly trio find themselves at the mercy of a divided and curious Pinkie council, compelled to await the casting of a deciding vote by a mysterious and fair-minded Witch, who summons a magical vision to reveal the truth of their...591false316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-17--70212867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212867Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which our friends face grave peril under the Pinkies' decree, yet the brilliant Rainbow's Daughter Intervenes to reveal laws unknown, challenging their ruler's claim with gentle authority. The stirring discovery sets in motion a newfound order, as...714false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-18--70212868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212868Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, newly crowned Queen of the Pinkies and clad in a humble pink gown, greets her admiring subjects with the support of her friends and the magical Polychrome, who bids them farewell from the Rainbow above. The group contemplates a bold...557false318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-21--70212888https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212888Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Pinkies, led by Cap’n Bill, face repeated assaults from the formidable Blueskins, their enchanted weapons offering a magical advantage amid mounting peril. Meanwhile, Trot, cloaked in invisibility by Rosalie’s witchcraft, embarks on...902false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-20--70212889https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212889Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Boolooroo, alarmed by the loss of the Book of Records and the advance of the Pinkies, struggles to maintain his power and prepare his subjects for defence, whilst suspicion and intrigue swirl among his court. Meanwhile, the Six Snubnosed...599false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-19--70212865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212865Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Pinkies embrace an adventurous expedition beyond the mysterious Fog Bank, led by the wise and spirited Cap'n Bill, readying themselves with steadfast determination and good counsel for encounters with the formidable Blueskins. With...436false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-22--70212872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212872Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave little Trot navigates the shadowy palace of the Blueskins, kindly freeing one captive to impede the Boolooroo’s plans, and encounters the imprisoned Ghip-Ghisizzle who makes a daring escape by leaping onto the city wall. As pursuit...670false322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-24--70212873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212873Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a most vexing predicament unfolds as the persistent Boolooroo captures Cap'n Bill once more, only to find his cruel intentions foiled by a timely rescue and an uproarious billygoat's unexpected rebellion in the dreaded Room of the Great...953false324fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-23--70212881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212881Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave little girl uses a magical ring to move unseen through a sleeping palace, cleverly freeing her friend from a cunning captivity while navigating the perils of the royal household. Meanwhile, allies gather to uncover a rightful claim to...870false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-25--70212869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212869Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the resolute Trot boldly assumes command of the Blueskins, quelling royal dissent and establishing a new order with Captain Bill as her steadfast ally. Together, they prepare to greet their erstwhile foes, the Pinkies, with a grand festivity...472false325fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-26--70212879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212879Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a grand peace is celebrated as the Blue and Pink peoples unite under Queen Trot’s wise and gentle rule, setting aside their former hostilities to feast and rejoice together. Yet, beneath the festivity, subtle discord lingers, prompting a...853false326fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-27--70212884https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212884Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a diligent search for the lost Magic Umbrella ensues, revealing deceptions and the reluctant cooperation of servants and former foes; at last, the precious object is recovered from a rubbish heap, rekindling hope for a return home. Yet, with...451false327fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-30--70212866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212866Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, Cap'n Bill, and Button-Bright bid a fond farewell to their friends on Sky Island and embark upon a charming journey homeward beneath a radiant rainbow and through ever-shifting skies. They return safely to Earth, heartened by the warmth...468false330fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-29--70212871https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212871Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Pinkies joyfully return to their homeland and Trot, considering the plight of their former queen, wisely enacts a new law to ensure that the ruler shares equally in the people's comforts and pleasures. With the community's blessing,...386false329fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sky-island-chapter-28--70212886https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212886Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers confront a peculiar challenge at the edge of a misty Fog Bank, where the local Frog King objects most vehemently to Button-Bright's umbrella, seeing it as a grave insult to his soggy realm. Through an astonishing transformation...344false328fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-2-the-book-of-laws--70237536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237536Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the kingdom of Noland, bereft of a monarch and puzzled by an ancient law, convenes its five high counselors who fret and fumble over the weighty matter of choosing a new ruler under peculiar conditions. Meanwhile, the nervous and loquacious...618false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-1-the-weaving-of-the-magic-cloak--70237538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237538Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the fairies of the ancient forest of Burzee, led by their thoughtful Queen Lulea, seek a new amusement beyond their usual moonlit dancing and decide to weave a wondrous magic cloak granting its wearer a single wish. With the advice of the Man...865false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-3-the-gift-of-the-magic-cloak--70237547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237547Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a humble village by a river becomes the poignant setting for the tale of two orphaned children embarking upon a difficult journey under the stern care of their aunt. Along the way, a mysterious and benevolent youth appears, gifting the eldest...692false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-6-bud-dispenses-justice--70237546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237546Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which young King Bud is introduced to the serious duties of rulership, handling complaints ranging from a boy who runs away from home to a quarrel over a cow with a peculiar method of adjudication. Alongside his sister Fluff, he learns the weight...744false46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-4-king-bud-of-noland--70237551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237551Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious and ceremonious gathering at the city gate unfolds as a mysterious procession of numbered entrants stirs both anxiety and excitement among the people of Noland. At the heart of the spectacle, a humble boy and his sister are crowned...530false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-5-princess-fluff--70237553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237553Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a humble lad named Bud unexpectedly finds himself declared king by ancient law, and he and his sister Meg—now Princess Fluff—begin to explore the curious privileges and peculiar duties of royal life within the splendid palace. With a mixture...701false45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-7-the-wings-of-aunt-rivette--70237554https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237554Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which young Bud and Meg explore their new royal wardrobes and discover the palace lacks playthings, while Aunt Rivette, endowed with a magic cloak, finds herself unexpectedly airborne and quite at a loss. As she navigates her newfound wings, the...529false47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-9-jikki-has-a-wish-granted--70237556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237556Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a beleaguered valet named Jikki unexpectedly finds himself attended by six identical and exceedingly obliging servants who promptly set about easing his burdens with marvellous promptitude. Meanwhile, a gruff general, intrigued by the...617false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-8-the-royal-reception--70237559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237559Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the young King Bud and Princess Fluff indulge in the pleasures of newfound riches by acquiring a splendid assortment of toys and dolls, delighting in their royal playtime and the comforts of palace life. Yet, the weight of royal duties dawns...725false48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-11-the-witch-queen--70237557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237557Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the wanderings of Quavo the minstrel lead him to the splendid realm of Ix, where the ageless and enchanting Queen Zixi rules with a mixture of awe and reverence, all under the serene yet watchful gaze of her golden palace. The queen, despite...636false411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-10-the-counselors-wear-the-magic-cloak--70237555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237555Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the magic cloak bestows extraordinary powers upon its accidental wearers, causing towering growth, astounding reach, and endless riches, much to their surprise and occasional dismay. Through the gentle unfolding of these enchantments, we...993false410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-12-zixi-disguises-herself--70237558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237558Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Zixi, disguised by a potion and simple dress, establishes a witchcraft academy in Noland to cunningly gain access to a magical cloak, while Princess Fluff grows wary of the mysterious lessons offered. Despite the queen’s bold stratagems...537false412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-13-tullydub-rescues-the-kingdom--70237539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237539Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the armies of Ix and Noland prepare for a grand battle, stirred by the promise of conquest and the mysterious powers of a magical cloak, while Queen Zixi leads her troops with warrantable confidence and charismatic fervour. Strategic...819false413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-14-the-rout-of-the-army-of-ix--70237543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237543Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the courageous defenders of Noland prepare for battle with delightful ingenuity, including the vibrant flight of Aunt Rivette and the mischievous meddling of a little dog, much to the bewilderment of Queen Zixi's forces. The tension of war...325false414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-15-the-theft-of-the-magic-cloak--70237541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237541Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Zixi, undeterred by her fleeing soldiers and a fall into a lilac-bush, concocts a clever plan to infiltrate Princess Fluff’s palace by disguising herself as a sweet young maiden named Adlena in order to obtain a magical cloak. Upon...925false415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-18-the-conquest-of-noland--70237540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237540Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a peculiar army of round, rolling invaders descends upon the city of Nole, causing fear and confusion with their strange appearance and unusual methods of attack. Meanwhile, Aunt Rivette, recognising the danger, takes to the air with a daring...724false418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-17-the-descent-of-the-roly-rogues--70237542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237542Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which King Bud and Princess Fluff enjoy a time of prosperity and peace in the kingdom of Noland, though the peculiar arrival of a strange creature called a Roly-Rogue upon a palace tower puzzles all who behold it. Soon after, a startling event...484false417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-16-the-plain-above-the-clouds--70237544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237544Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the towering North Mountains, shaped like immense stairways, conceal a mysterious people known as the Roly-Rogues, whose round, elastic bodies allow them to roll rather than walk. Upon glimpsing the distant city of Nole below, these...405false416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-21-the-search-for-the-magic-cloak--70237537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237537Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Zixi and her companions embark on a determined quest to recover a precious magic cloak that has been sadly scattered and repurposed by unsuspecting village women, requiring patient mending and thorough retrieval of missing patches....1086false421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-19-the-bravery-of-aunt-rivette--70237545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237545Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the clever Aunt Rivette retrieves a seemingly magical cloak amidst the uproar of the Roly-Rogues, only to find that its powers are not what they seem when Bud attempts to use it against their invaders. Undeterred, the children and their...547false419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-20-in-the-palace-of-the-witch-queen--70237549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237549Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Bud, Fluff, and Aunt Rivette arrive at the splendid city of Ix and receive a gracious welcome from the kindly Queen Zixi, who reveals the curious tale of an imitation magic cloak and her past designs upon it. Together they plan to recover the...543false420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-22-ruffles-carries-the-silver-vial--70237548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237548Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Zixi, moved by a loyal dog's tale of hardship under the menace of the Roly-Rogues, devises a clever plan involving a magical elixir to free the oppressed citizens of Noland. Meanwhile, Bud and Princess Fluff test the magic cloak’s...503false422fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-23-the-destruction-of-the-monsters--70237550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237550Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave army of Ix, led by the witch-queen Zixi, undertakes a secretive ascent to confront the monstrous Roly-Rogues, employing a cunning potion to lull them into a deep sleep. Following the creatures’ capture and removal from the city, the...481false423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-24-the-sailorman-s-return--70237552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237552Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the kingdom of Noland begins to recover its former splendour under King Bud’s careful guidance, as the city of Nole buzzes with renewed commerce and the arrival of the long-awaited sailorman stirs great anticipation. A grand assembly in the...556false424fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-zixi-of-ix-chapter-25-the-fairy-queen--70237560https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70237560Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the fairy queen appears to rescind the magic cloak’s wishes, restoring balance and cautioning against the use of witchcraft, much to the mixed feelings of those present. The tale gently reveals the comforting resolutions for Noland’s folk and...306false425fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-1-the-cyclone--70787240https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787240Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young girl named Dorothy lives a simple, sun-baked life on the vast, grey prairies of Kansas with her Aunt and Uncle, her one bright joy a small black dog named Toto. As a great cyclone approaches, Dorothy’s quiet world is upended when her...452false51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-2-the-council-with-the-munchkins--70787244https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787244Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young girl named Dorothy awakens to find herself in a land of enchantment and meets the kind Witch of the North, who explains the fate of the Wicked Witch of the East and the freedom of the Munchkins. Though longing to return home, Dorothy...729false52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-3-how-dorothy-saved-the-scarecrow--70787245https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787245Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave and kind-hearted girl begins her journey along a sparkling yellow road, clutching a basket and donning a pair of mysterious silver shoes, with the sun shining cheerily upon her and the countryside filled with the song of birds and the...724false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-6-the-cowardly-lion--70787243https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787243Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her friends encounter a mighty Lion whose fierce reputation belies a tender and fearful nature, seeking courage to match his kingly title. Together they continue their journey, learning lessons of kindness, protection, and the...567false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-4-the-road-through-the-forest--70787241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787241Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the newly lively Scarecrow journey along a rough and lonely stretch of yellow brick road, the Scarecrow recounting his curious and brief existence while they ponder the nature of brains and homesickness. As darkness settles...534false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-5-the-rescue-of-the-tin-woodman--70787246https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787246Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the Scarecrow, whilst seeking water and nourishment by a woodland spring, discover and free the Tin Woodman from his rusted immobility with oil and gentle care. The Tin Woodman then recounts his tragic tale and joins their...732false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-7-the-journey-to-the-great-oz--70787242https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787242Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions face the challenge of crossing a deep, jagged ditch and fend off fearsome creatures known as Kalidahs during their journey through a dark and daunting forest. Amidst trials and teamwork, they press onward to a broad...686false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-8-the-deadly-poppy-field--70787251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787251Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions, having nearly lost their Scarecrow friend to the river’s treacherous currents, are aided by a helpful Stork and continue their journey through a beguiling but dangerous poppy field. The enchanting beauty of the...729false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-9-the-queen-of-the-field-mice--70787256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787256Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman bravely saves the Queen of the Field Mice from a fierce Wildcat, earning the loyalty of her thousands of subjects who lend their aid to rescue the Cowardly Lion from the sleep-inducing poppy field. With the help of a clever...534false59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-11-the-emerald-city-of-oz--70787247https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787247Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions arrive at the dazzling City of Emeralds, where everything—from the buildings to the inhabitants—is gleaming green and mystifyingly splendid; each is granted an audience with the enigmatic Wizard of Oz, who appears...1351false511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-10-the-guardian-of-the-gates--70787250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787250Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Cowardly Lion, revived from the poppy field's spell, rejoins his companions as they journey along the enchanting yellow brick road through the verdant Land of Oz, encountering wary yet hospitable folk before reaching the magnificent,...744false510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-12-the-search-for-the-wicked-witch--70787255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787255Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions embark on a perilous journey through the wild and untamed country of the West, facing fierce attacks from wolves, crows, and bees summoned by the Wicked Witch, and endure the treacherous magic of the Winged Monkeys...1362false512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-15-the-discovery-of-oz-the-terrible--70787249https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787249Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers return to the Emerald City to claim the gifts and assistance promised by the Great Wizard, only to discover that he is not the fearsome being they imagined but rather an ordinary man who relies on clever illusions. Despite his...1013false515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-14-the-winged-monkeys--70787253https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787253Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions find themselves lost in vast fields of flowers, seeking guidance from the Queen of the Mice to reach the Emerald City, and learn to summon the mischievous but obedient Winged Monkeys with the magic of the Golden...688false514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-13-the-rescue--70787254https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787254Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion joyfully free the Winkies from cruel bondage and set about rescuing their dear friends, the Tin Woodman and the Scarecrow, who are mended and restored with tender care. After a brief respite filled with gifts and...435false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-18-away-to-the-south--70787261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787261Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her friends, though sorrowful and uncertain, consider ways to overcome the challenges of the vast desert separating her from Kansas, turning to the wisdom of new rulers and the guidance of a trusted soldier. Together, they resolve...444false518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-16-the-magic-art-of-the-great-humbug--70787248https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787248Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the clever Wizard of Oz performs his peculiar magic to grant the Scarecrow a mind, the Tin Woodman a heart, and the Cowardly Lion courage, much to their joy and wonder. Yet, beneath the surface of these wondrous gifts, the Wizard contemplates...365false516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-17-how-the-balloon-was-launched--70787252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787252Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the Wizard collaborate to fashion a grand green silk balloon, intended to carry them across the vast desert and beyond the confines of the Emerald City. Yet, just as the voyage begins, a sudden mishap sends the Wizard soaring...430false517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-19-attacked-by-the-fighting-trees--70787257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787257Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our intrepid friends bid farewell to the enchanting Emerald City and set forth towards the southern lands, only to be waylaid by strange, battling trees whose branches seek to hinder their passage. With steadfast courage and the Tin Woodman’s...388false519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-20-the-dainty-china-country--70787258https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787258Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions discover a wondrous country where everything, from the smallest animal to the tallest princess, is crafted from delicate china and painted with enchanting colours. They tread with the utmost care, witnessing the...580false520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-21-the-lion-becomes-the-king-of-beasts--70787259https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787259Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers enter a dense and ancient forest, where the Lion discovers a gathering of animals troubled by a monstrous spider threatening their peace. With courage and cunning, the Lion confronts and defeats the dreadful creature, earning...371false521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-23-glinda-the-good-witch-grants-dorothy-s-wish--70787260https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787260Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her loyal companions prepare themselves for a final audience with the gracious and kindly Glinda, who reveals the secret power of Dorothy’s Silver Shoes and how they might return her home. The friends contemplate their futures...509false523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-24-home-again--70787262https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787262Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a dear child returns from wondrous travels to the loving arms of home, where astonishment and joy mingle like sunlight after a storm.63false524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-chapter-22-the-country-of-the-quadlings--70787263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787263Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions encounter a peculiar tribe of armless beings known as the Hammer-Heads, whose formidable heads can extend to thwart travellers attempting to cross their rocky hill. With the aid of the Winged Monkeys, they are...373false522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-3-the-flight-of-the-fugitives--70787393https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787393Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a spirited boy named Tip escapes the clutches of an unkind witch, accompanied by the lively pumpkin-headed Jack Pumpkinhead, as they set out on an uncertain journey through a land of purple-hued wonders. Along the way, Tip recounts the...593false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-2-the-marvelous-powder-of-life--70787394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787394Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a resourceful boy named Tip fashions a curious figure from a pumpkin and enlivening powders, resulting in a most astonishing and lively companion with a whimsical face. Meanwhile, the mysterious and formidable old witch Mombi concocts a...872false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-1-tip-manufactures-pumpkinhead--70787412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787412Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a resourceful boy named Tip, living under the care of the mysterious Mombi, fashions a wooden figure topped with a jovial pumpkin for a head, hoping to startle the old woman with his creation. With careful attention and a touch of boyish...525false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-6-jack-pumpkinhead-s-ride-to-the-emerald-city--70787395https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787395Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a boy and his curious companions set out on a journey along the yellow brick road, facing unexpected challenges such as crossing a swift river with the help of a wooden horse, and encountering the peculiar customs and inhabitants of the...857false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-4-tip-makes-an-experiment-in-magic--70787407https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787407Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the inventive boy Tip, accompanied by his lively wooden companion Jack Pumpkinhead, ventures into the woods where an unexpected mishap reveals the fragility of Jack’s joints and sparks a curious discussion on life and animation. Encouraged by...417false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-5-the-awakening-of-the-saw-horse--70787411https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787411Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a remarkable wooden Steed is brought to life, much to the bemusement of his new companions, and a pair of bark-crafted ears are ingeniously affixed to aid in his understanding and obedience. Accompanied by their peculiar friend Jack...700false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-9-the-scarecrow-plans-an-escape--70787396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787396Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Scarecrow, Jack Pumpkinhead, Tip, and the Soldier with the Green Whiskers find themselves prisoners of an unexpected conqueror and devise a daring plan to flee the besieged palace upon the swift and spirited Saw-Horse. Their frantic...701false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-7-his-majesty-the-scarecrow--70787398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787398Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious wooden figure named Jack Pumpkinhead encounters the thoughtful yet flimsy Scarecrow King of the Emerald City, leading to a comical misunderstanding about language barriers and the necessity of an interpreter. Through gentle banter...695false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-8-gen-jinjur-s-army-of-revolt--70787403https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787403Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young boy named Tip encounters General Jinjur, a determined and audacious leader of a remarkable all-girl Army of Revolt destined to march upon the Emerald City. Without a single weapon besides their knitting-needles and youthful bravery,...748false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-11-a-nickel-plated-emperor--70787409https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787409Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Tip and his companions arrive at the gleaming palace of the Tin Woodman, now the nickel-plated Emperor of the Winkies, and find a warm welcome amid marvels of polished tin and silver. Together they resolve to reclaim the Emerald City, setting...846false611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-10-the-journey-to-the-tin-woodman--70787392https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787392Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Tip and his companions face a watery mishap that tests their resilience and friendship as they make their journey toward the Tin Woodman. Through trials and gentle humour, they find respite under the softly falling night, drawing strength...659false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-12-mr-h-m-woggle-bug-t-e--70787406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787406Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers encounter a perplexing field of whirling sunflowers that reveal hidden faces, confounding their path with an enchantment that only careful wits and the steadfast sun may hope to overcome. Their journey is further enlivened by...882false612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-15-the-prisoners-of-the-queen--70787391https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787391Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the courageous Tin Woodman leads a small band boldly into the Emerald City only to find the palace seized by an unexpected occupant, whose claim to the throne proves both imperious and perilous. Amidst threats and schemes, a clever stratagem...741false615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-14-old-mombi-indulges-in-witchcraft--70787404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787404Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a merry company, accompanied by a highly magnified insect and a loyal wooden steed, journey through enchanted lands where peculiar challenges and tricksy illusions seek to delay them, yet true friendship and quick wit light their path. Along...726false614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-13-a-highly-magnified-history--70787413https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787413Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a most remarkable Woggle-Bug, distinguished by his extraordinary education and curious experiences, joins a peculiar band of companions embarking on a journey to the Emerald City. Together, they ingeniously overcome a troublesome injury to...900false613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-18-in-the-jackdaw-s-nest--70787397https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787397Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which an unusual creature called the Gump, crafted by young Tip and his friends, embarks on its maiden flight bearing the company through a mysterious and unfamiliar territory, only to crash spectacularly into a nest high on a mountain cliff....1281false618fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-17-the-astonishing-flight-of-the-gump--70787401https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787401Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious company collect a most peculiar assemblage of articles to conjure a flying contraption, and the clever Tin Woodman sets about crafting it into a wondrous machine intended to carry them through the air. After the enchanted Gump is...635false617fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-16-the-scarecrow-takes-time-to-think--70787410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787410Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a thoughtful Scarecrow and his companions, confined within the palace by the female soldiers of Queen Jinjur, contemplate their predicament and devise a most ingenious scheme to flee through the air using a flying contrivance. With the Tin...657false616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-19-dr-nikidik-s-famous-wishing-pills--70787400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787400Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman and his companions bravely fend off a fierce flock of Jackdaws threatening their fragile sanctuary, only to find their friend the Scarecrow bereft of his straw filling, prompting a resourceful plan to restore him with stolen...874false619fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-20-the-scarecrow-appeals-to-glenda-the-good--70787402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787402Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the peculiar party, having escaped from a troublesome Jackdaws’ nest, journeys through the varied regions of Oz to seek the aid of the wise and gracious Glinda the Good, whose knowledge and power might hold the key to resolving their...1118false620fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-21-the-tin-woodman-plucks-a-rose--70787408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787408Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the grand and gallant army of Glinda the Good surrounds the Emerald City with splendid display and martial precision, seeking the surrender of the troublesome Mombi; yet despite clever stratagems and magical disguises, the true form of the...693false621fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-23-princess-ozma-of-oz--70787399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787399Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a captured old witch named Mombi is pressed by the gentle Sorceress Glinda to reveal the truth about a mysterious child named Ozma, leading to a startling revelation about the true nature of a familiar young companion. The story unfolds with...852false623fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-24-the-riches-of-content--70787390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787390Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Jinjur’s defiant hopes are swiftly quashed by Glinda and Princess Ozma’s wise stratagems, leading to a peaceful restoration of order and good cheer in the Emerald City. The tale gently reveals the true wealth found in friendship,...641false624fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-chapter-22-the-transformation-of-old-mombi--70787405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70787405Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the cunning old Witch Mombi, cleverly disguised as a rose, is discovered by Glinda and the companions, prompting a thrilling chase as Mombi transforms into various creatures to escape capture. Despite her desperate attempts, the relentless...497false622fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-2-the-yellow-hen--70788047https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788047Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy awakens to find herself adrift on the ocean inside a hen coop alongside a newly talking yellow hen named Billina, whose company offers comfort amid the vast loneliness. Together they reach a mysterious shore where Dorothy discovers a...777false72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-3-letters-in-the-sand--70788053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788053Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her yellow hen companion discover peculiar lunch-box and dinner-pail trees, alongside a warning scrawled in the sand about the mysterious Wheelers. They soon encounter these strange, wheel-legged beings and take refuge upon a...694false73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-1-the-girl-in-the-chicken-coop--70788040https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788040Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy Gale embarks on a perilous sea voyage with her Uncle Henry, only to be swept away by a fierce storm and find herself afloat on a small chicken coop, tossed by the merciless ocean. Despite her soggy predicament and the encroaching...652false71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-4-tiktok-the-machine-man--70788056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788056Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and Billina discover a hidden copper man named Tik-Tok locked within a rocky chamber, whom they awaken with a special key and winding mechanism. This mechanical marvel, designed to think, speak, and move, reveals a curious tale of...833false74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-5-dorothy-opens-the-dinner-pail--70788041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788041Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, stranded upon a rock with the mischievous Wheelers lurking below, revives the mechanical man Tiktok by carefully winding his gears and discovers a sumptuous royal dinner-pail amid the peculiar lunch-box trees. As they share stories...785false75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-6-the-heads-of-langwidere--70788045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788045Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, Tiktok, and Billina encounter and outwit the peculiar Wheelers on their journey, learning of the strange Princess Langwidere and her castle surrounded by enchanting grounds. They are soon introduced to the Princess, a lady with a...1486false76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-7-ozma-of-oz-to-the-rescue--70788049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788049Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, imprisoned in a tower by the whimsical yet stern Princess Langwidere, watches from her window as a splendid and magical procession led by Ozma of Oz arrives to the palace gates, bearing hope and friendship from the Land of Oz. The...895false77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-8-the-hungry-tiger--70788058https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788058Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy joyfully reunites with her friends the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, and encounters the peculiarly conscientious Hungry Tiger, whose hunger is both a burden and a burdened conscience. Meanwhile, Billina the yellow...620false78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-9-the-royal-family-of-ev--70788043https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788043Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave and noble Ozma of Oz assembles her loyal companions and a valiant army to embark upon a perilous journey to the underground realm of the Nome King, seeking to free the enslaved royal family of Ev. Along the way, Dorothy and her...810false79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-11-the-nome-king--70788044https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788044Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ozma and Dorothy arrive at the gloomy border of the Nome King's underground realm, where they meet the peculiar rock-dwelling Nomes and the monarch himself, whose jolly appearance belies his firm hold over the enchanted Queen of Ev and her...1160false711fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-12-the-eleven-guesses--70788051https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788051Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ozma bravely accepts the Nome King’s perilous challenge to identify her enchanted friends among numerous lifeless ornaments in a splendid underground palace. Despite her cautious wandering and heartfelt hope, her final guess seals her fate,...424false712fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-10-the-giant-with-the-hammer--70788052https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788052Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a stately procession journeys through a picturesque valley, only to be halted by a tremendous iron giant wielding a hammer that threatens to bar their path, prompting clever devising and brave leaps beneath the giant’s sweeping mallet. Amidst...860false710fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-15-billina-frightens-the-nome-king--70788054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788054Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the courageous yellow hen Billina boldly disrupts the dreaded Nome King's domain by laying an egg in his very throne room, much to his dismay and alarm. Encouraged by Dorothy's success in breaking a spell, Billina insists on trying her luck...535false715fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-13-the-nome-king-laughs--70788059https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788059Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Nome King gleefully ensnares each of Dorothy’s companions in a peculiar and disheartening fashion, leaving the brave little girl to face the grim magnificence of his underground palace almost alone. As night descends, the weary travellers...551false713fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-14-dorothy-tries-to-be-brave--70788060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788060Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy bravely ventures into the Nome King's enchanted palace to rescue her friends who have been transformed into ornaments, relying on her quick wit and careful guesses amidst a dazzling array of magical objects. Her courage is rewarded...779false714fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-8-the-fate-of-the-tin-woodman--70788048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788048Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions overcome the wrathful Nome King, employing the magical belt to open hidden passages and protect themselves from his enchanted attacks, all while seeking their lost friend within the mysterious palace. Their hopeful...624false718fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-16-purple-green-and-gold--70788055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788055Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the yellow hen Billina explores the splendid underground palace, skilfully breaking the Nome King's enchantments to restore the royal family and their attendants to life, amidst the mingled joy and concern of their reunion. Yet, as hopes rise...628false716fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-17-the-scarecrow-wins-the-fight--70788057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788057Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Nome King grows increasingly enraged as Billina’s clever guesses break his enchantments and bring the enchanted guests back to life, leading to a lively confrontation within his palace. Amid the fray, the brave Sawhorse intervenes to...643false717fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-20-the-emerald-city--70788042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788042Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy gladly accepts Ozma's invitation to return to the enchanting Land of Oz, journeying across the desert on a magic carpet accompanied by faithful friends and new acquaintances. Upon their arrival, they are greeted with joyous...523false720fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-19-the-king-of-ev--70788046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788046Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the company joyfully returns to the pleasant land of Ev, reuniting with the Tin Woodman in a most unexpected manner and receiving a warm welcome from the grateful people. The Queen proudly establishes her son as the future King, and a festive...437false719fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-chapter-21-dorothy-s-magic-belt--70788050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70788050Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy discovers a magical picture in Ozma's castle that reveals scenes from faraway places, including her Kansas home and her uncle in Australia, prompting her desire to reunite with him. With the counsel of Glinda and the help of Ozma,...415false721fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-2-the-glass-city--70803117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803117Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, Zeb, and Jim the horse descend gently through a rainbow-lit chasm into a wondrous city of glass buildings and coloured suns, where animals speak and people move about with an absence of familiar expressions. They are soon confronted...1213false82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-3-the-arrival-of-the-wizard--70803107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803107Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and Zeb encounter the curious Land of the Mangaboos, home to a thorny Sorcerer whose powers come into dispute with the newly arrived Wizard of Oz, leading to a display of enchanted marvels and odd truths about the inhabitants. The...975false83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-1-the-earthquake--70803108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803108Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young girl named Dorothy, with her kitten Eureka, arrives at a remote and rather somber station after a very delayed train journey disrupted by tremors of the earth, soon joined by a cheerful boy named Zeb who takes her towards a nearby...537false81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-4-the-vegetable-kingdom--70803119https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803119Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions are led through the enchanting glass city and its garden plains, where the peculiar customs of the Mangaboos—beings who grow upon plants like fruit—are revealed amid shifting colours and curious conversations. They...704false84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-6-the-mangaboos-prove-dangerous--70803114https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803114Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Wizard, Dorothy, and Zeb find themselves in a peculiar land ruled by vegetable people who view them as unwelcome and devise a grim fate for their company. Through the Wizard’s clever sorcery and the courageous defence by their animal...680false86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-5-dorothy-picks-the-princess--70803118https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803118Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the Wizard rescue a royal maiden from an unkind vegetable Prince, who then passes her crown to her, prompting her subjects to honour her with a grand procession. Afterwards, the travellers explore the peculiarities of the fairy...770false85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-8-the-valley-of-voices--70803102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803102Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions come upon the enchanting and silent Valley of Voe, where mysterious invisibility cloaks both its inhabitants and their dwelling, and a curious fruit causes playful piglets to vanish from sight. They soon learn from...632false88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-7-into-the-black-pit-and-out-again--70803103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803103Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the company is cruelly imprisoned within a forbidding mountain of glass by the Mangaboos, yet their faithful kitten escapes to seek aid from Dorothy and the Wizard, who bravely set out to rescue their friends. As they enter the dark cavern, a...457false87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-9-they-fight-the-invisible-bears--70803116https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803116Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions dine with the gentle, invisible inhabitants of the Valley of Voe and learn the peculiar perils posed by the unseen bears that roam there, as well as the secret of walking safely upon the water. They then make a...1025false89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-12-a-wonderful-escape--70803109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803109Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the valiant party, upon losing the use of their revolvers, concoct a spirited plan to withstand the relentless assault of the wooden Gargoyles, only to be captured and conveyed to a curious prison within a strange city of wood. There, aided...993false812fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-10-the-braided-man-of-pyramid-mt--70803104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803104Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers undertake a spiralling ascent within a cavernous mountain, encountering dim light, wondrous Cloud Fairies, and vast strange vistas, all the while aided by the steadfast horse. They meet a curious old inventor with braided white...619false810fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-11-they-meet-the-wooden-gargoyles--70803106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803106Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers ascend to a mysterious land where all is fashioned from wood, encountering peculiar wooden beings known as Gargoyles, whose silent, menacing presence foretells trouble. Despite their apprehensions and limited means of defence,...868false811fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-13-the-den-of-the-dragonettes--70803101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803101Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her friends, pursued by wooden Gargoyles, use a blazing fire to hinder their foes and venture deeper into a winding mountain cavern where they encounter curious young dragonettes restrained by their mother’s prudence. The...808false813fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-14-ozma-uses-the-magic-belt--70803105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803105Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers, after navigating a perilous underground path and encountering a revolving rocky barrier, find themselves trapped in a sunlit cave with no apparent escape, yet place their hope in the rescue powers of Princess Ozma and her...1013false814fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-15-old-friends-are-reunited--70803110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803110Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Wizard returns to the splendid Emerald City, greeted warmly by old friends and greeted with curiosity regarding his mysterious past and his connection to the kingdom's name. As old companions gather to celebrate, the gentle camaraderie of...1120false815fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-16-jim-the-cab-horse--70803112https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803112Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the cab-horse Jim finds himself in regal quarters and, after a series of comical refusals, settles for a simple meal of cold oatmeal before meeting the curious Sawhorse and the imposing but friendly King of the Forest and his companion....859false816fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-17-the-nine-tiny-piglets--70803111https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803111Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a grand holiday is proclaimed in the Emerald City to celebrate the return of the beloved Wizard, whose enchanting performances delight the populace, and an afternoon of games and races brings forth spirited contests between the city’s...880false817fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-18-the-trial-of-eureka-the-kitten--70803115https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803115Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the joyous reunion in Oz is darkened by the mysterious disappearance of Princess Ozma's cherished piglet, leading to the arrest and impending trial of Dorothy’s rebellious kitten, Eureka. With solemn preparations for justice underway, the...581false818fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-20-zeb-returns-to-the-ranch--70803100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803100Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the honoured company of Oz prepares for farewell, as Dorothy and her friends savour their last moments together, while the princess assists them in glimpsing their distant homes through an enchanted picture. The joyous partings and gentle...325false820fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-chapter-19-the-wizard-performs-another-trick--70803113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803113Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a great trial is held in the Emerald City, where a small white kitten is accused of a grievous crime against the Princess’s pet piglet, stirring much debate and earnest defence among friends and citizens alike. Through curious confessions and...777false819fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-1-the-way-to-butterfield--70803295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803295Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy kindly attempts to guide a whimsical, shaggy-coated stranger along the way to Butterfield, only to find herself bewildered by an unexpected multitude of roads and the puzzling nature of her own surroundings. Joined by her faithful dog...935false91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-3-a-queer-village--70803296https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803296Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the adventurous party, guided by the amiable shaggy man endowed with a curious Love Magnet, arrives at the vivid and enchanting city of Foxville, where they are greeted by a regiment of fox soldiers and a wise but quaint King Fox presiding...797false93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-2-dorothy-meets-button-bright--70803294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803294Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the Shaggy Man wander along a winding country road, where they encounter a curious little boy named Button-Bright, whose innocence and puzzling ignorance spark both confusion and concern. Amidst gentle meadows and shaded trees,...433false92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-6-the-city-of-beasts--70803298https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803298Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which our companions enjoy a modest but pleasant luncheon and set off once more, guided by the lively Rainbow’s Daughter towards a curious city inhabited by donkeys with peculiar habits and attire. They enter this noisy and strange place, where...612false96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-4-king-dox--70803302https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803302Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions find themselves welcomed by King Dox, a regal fox of Foxville, who bestows upon Button-Bright a most unusual and bewildering gift in honour of his supposed cleverness. Amidst feasting and theatrical amusements, the...947false94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-5-the-rainbow-s-daughter--70803306https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803306Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers, wandering through a lonely and flower-strewn road, encounter a radiant and delicate maiden who reveals herself as Polychrome, the Daughter of the Rainbow, lost and sorrowful after a fall from her celestial home. With warmth...524false95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-8-the-musicker--70803299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803299Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions happen upon an extraordinary little man who, though playing no instrument, produces constant and peculiar music from his own breath, much to the amusement and slight discomfort of the party. The travellers, ever...586false98fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-9-facing-the-scoodlers--70803303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803303Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our brave travellers encounter a strange and sinister band of two-faced creatures called the Scoodlers, whose curious habits and frightening threats put the little party in a most uncomfortable plight. Despite the threat of becoming their...538false99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-7-the-shaggy-man-s-transformation--70803305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803305Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions visit the curious town of Dunkiton, ruled by the wise and whimsical King Kik-a-bray, where the Shaggy Man receives an unexpected and magical transformation. The travellers enjoy the peculiar hospitality of the...921false97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-12-the-deadly-desert-crossed--70803297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803297Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions bravely cross the treacherous Deadly Desert by means of a sand-boat, only to meet with a most dramatic and unplanned landing upon the rocks beyond. Though shaken and somewhat dishevelled, they find themselves intact...332false912fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-11-johnny-dooit-does-it--70803300https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803300Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions, weary and hungry, discover a refreshing oasis beside a perilous desert that no living creature can cross, leaving them quite uncertain of their path forward. Fortunately, with the summoning of the industrious...719false911fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-10-escaping-the-soup-kettle--70803309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803309Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the rescued company find themselves cornered by the peculiar two-faced Scoodlers and must endure being led into a vast cavernous dome where an enormous iron kettle ominously hangs ready to boil. Their resourceful companion devises a clever...827false910fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-14-tik-tok-and-billina--70803307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803307Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions come upon the road to the Emerald City and joyfully reunite with Tik-Tok, the clockwork man, and his feathered friend Billina, who bears delightful news. Together they journey towards the shining tin castle of the...703false914fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-13-the-truth-pond--70803312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803312Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions discover the gentle beauty of the yellow-hued Winkie Country and come upon a serene, crystal-clear pond known as the Truth Pond, famed for its remarkable power to restore one’s true likeness. Here, both the Shaggy...486false913fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-15-the-emperor-s-tin-castle--70803315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803315Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers are warmly welcomed to the splendid tin castle of the Tin Woodman, whose kindly heart and shimmering metallic form delight his friends and subjects alike. Amidst polished tin furnishings and a merry tin orchestra, they share...489false915fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-17-the-royal-chariot-arrives--70803301https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803301Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers approach the splendid Emerald City, passing through the industrious Winkie farms and crossing a broad river, while the Tin Woodman recounts the curious tale of the Powder of Life and its magical effects, including a troublesome...646false917fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-16-visiting-the-pumpkin-field--70803310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803310Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her friends discover Jack Pumpkinhead's peculiar pumpkin field home and learn about the curious nature of his changing heads and his devotion to cultivating pumpkins. They share a pleasant visit with the cheerful Pumpkinhead, who,...399false916fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-18-the-emerald-city--70803308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803308Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her friends are warmly welcomed by the Cowardly Lion and Hungry Tiger, who present a magnificent golden chariot to convey them through the splendid, jewel-adorned streets of the Emerald City to the royal palace. There they are...618false918fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-21-dorothy-receives-the-guests--70803316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803316Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy joyfully reunites with her travelling companions and graciously receives an assembly of peculiar and delightful visitors in the grand Throne-Room of the Emerald City, amidst vibrant celebrations and heartfelt greetings. The gathering...752false921fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-19-the-shaggy-man-s-welcome--70803311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803311Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the shaggy man is graciously welcomed into the magnificent palace of Princess Ozma, where he finds himself surrounded by shimmering luxuries and fine garments that, though elegant, still suit his rugged nature. Meanwhile, Dorothy,...443false919fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-20-princess-ozma-of-oz--70803313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803313Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her friends arrive at the palace of the charming and gracious Princess Ozma of Oz, where a warm and joyful birthday celebration is being prepared, and curious guests and delightful magical entertainments are introduced. The...567false920fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-22-important-arrivals--70803304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803304Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a host of delightful and peculiar guests, including the merry Ryls, crooked Knooks, and the beloved Santa Claus himself, arrive to partake in Princess Ozma's grand celebration, bringing with them tales and gifts from distant lands. The...866false922fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-23-the-grand-banquet--70803317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803317Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a splendid banquet is held at Princess Ozma’s palace, drawing an extraordinary gathering of the realm’s most curious and delightful guests, each adorned in shimmering finery and seated with the utmost honour. Amid music, song, and whimsical...400false923fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-oz-chapter-24-the-birthday-celebration--70803314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803314Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Land of Oz celebrates Princess Ozma’s birthday with a grand procession filled with colourful characters from near and far, leading to delightful entertainments under a splendid pavilion. Amidst feats of magic, music, and joyful farewells,...1087false924fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-3-how-ozma-granted-dorothy-s-request--70803487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803487Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the radiant Emerald City is revealed as a wondrous realm where all live happily and without want under the kindly rule of Princess Ozma, blending fairy magic with community spirit. Dorothy confides in Ozma her wish to bring her dear Uncle...788false103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-2-how-uncle-henry-got-into-trouble--70803489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803489Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy's devoted uncle and aunt face the grim prospect of losing their humble Kansas farm and worry deeply about their niece's future amidst their growing poverty. Yet, as the clock strikes four, Dorothy, with her faithful dog Toto, prepares...644false102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-1-how-the-nome-king-became-angry--70803496https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803496Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the irritable Nome King, deprived of his Magic Belt and brooding in his cavern, contemplates his lost power and the vexing obstacles it presents. His temper culminates in rash commands and dismissive fury, revealing a scheming spirit bent on...695false101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-6-how-guph-visited-the-whimsies--70803493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803493Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the new and cunning General Guph plans a secret subterranean invasion of the Land of Oz, seeking to surprise its inhabitants by tunnelling beneath the desert. He also ventures to the curious and strange Whimsies—bizarre creatures wearing...464false106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-4-how-the-nome-king-planned-revenge--70803486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803486Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the formidable Nome King Roquat the Red devises a grim plan to conquer the happy Land of Oz, yet finds himself needing a cunning general to lead his armies through a perilous undertaking. An old, wise Nome named Guph steps forward, proposing...656false104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-5-how-dorothy-became-a-princess--70803490https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803490Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy returns to the Emerald City and is warmly welcomed by her many friends and admirers, including the kindly Wizard and the devoted Shaggy Man, and enjoys the splendid comforts prepared for her by Princess Ozma. In a gracious ceremony,...916false105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-8-how-the-grand-gallipoot-joined-the-nomes--70803488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803488Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the steadfast General Guph braves the treacherous Ripple Land to seek an alliance with the formidable but surly Growleywogs, aiming to secure their strength for a grand conquest of the Land of Oz. Despite the harsh reception and...657false108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-9-how-the-wogglebug-taught-athletics--70803485https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803485Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, accompanied by her relatives and friends, embarks on a delightful journey through the Land of Oz, encountering the ever-punctilious Captain Omby Amby and the amiable Wizard among others, while exploring new and curious places. They...934false109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-7-how-aunt-em-conquered-the-lion--70803491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803491Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Aunt Em and Uncle Henry are introduced to their splendid new chambers in the Emerald City, where they receive elegant clothing and a tour of the palace and gardens, including a visit with the esteemed Yellow Hen and her large family. During...931false107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-11-how-the-general-met-the-first-and-foremost--70803500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803500Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the old and irritable General Guph embarks on a perilous journey to the forbidding Mountain of Phantastico, seeking the dreadful Phanfasms whose fearsome powers are whispered about far and wide. There, amidst illusions and transformations, he...1085false1011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-10-how-the-cuttenclips-lived--70803484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803484Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of travellers visits the curious paper village of the Cuttenclips, a delicate and whimsical community created by their young and talented Queen, Miss Cuttenclip, who lives surrounded by her lively paper dolls and their fragile homes....1053false1010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-12-how-they-matched-the-fuddles--70803492https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803492Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions journey to the curious town of Fuddlecumjig, where the inhabitants—known as the Fuddles—have the peculiar habit of scattering themselves into many puzzle-like pieces whenever strangers approach. Together with the...1043false1012fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-14-how-the-wizard-practiced-sorcery--70803498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803498Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a cheerful party sets out across meadows and forests on a quest, relying on the foresight of their young leader and the wisdom of their companions to guide them. Campsite preparations reveal the wondrous new magic taught to the Wizard,...791false1014fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-15-how-dorothy-happened-to-get-lost--70803503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803503Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions settle a curious debate between a zebra and a soft-shell crab about the proportions of land and water in the world, revealing the surprising truths beyond their familiar surroundings; and as morning dawns, Dorothy...796false1015fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-13-how-the-general-talked-to-the-king--70803499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803499Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a crafty General returns to his subterranean King bearing promising tidings of alliances with peculiar and formidable folk, each desiring peculiar rewards for their fidelity. Their plot thickens beneath the desert, as plans and promises weave...453false1013fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-18-how-ozma-looked-into-the-magic-picture--70803495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803495Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Ozma diligently attends to her kingdom’s needs and thoughtfully considers suitable roles for her guests, while delighting in the wonder of her Magic Picture that reveals the affairs of her friends and distant lands. With gentle...353false1018fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-16-how-dorothy-visited-utensia--70803494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803494Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, accompanied by Billina and Toto, is escorted by a brigade of spoons into the curious Kingdom of Utensia, where animate utensils gather to debate her mysterious presence. Amidst lively arguments and peculiar characters, the decision...775false1016fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-17-how-they-came-to-bunbury--70803497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803497Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, Billina, and Toto come upon the curious town of Bunbury, where the inhabitants are made of bread, buns, and other baked goods, and hospitality is extended with some amusing culinary offerings. They swiftly find themselves entangled...942false1017fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-21-how-the-king-changed-his-mind--70803510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803510Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a lively parade of finely dressed rabbits delight Princess Dorothy with dancing, juggling, and singing, as their sorrowful King contemplates life both in and outside his city. With gentle persuasion and cheerful counsel, Dorothy helps the...750false1021fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-19-how-bunnybury-welcomed-the-strangers--70803505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803505Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, accompanied by her faithful hen Billina, discovers the secluded and genteel city of Bunnybury, a place inhabited by finely dressed rabbit folk whose customs require her to diminish in size before admittance. The quaint marble city,...691false1019fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-20-how-dorothy-lunched-with-a-king--70803508https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803508Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy is received with great ceremony by the sorrowful Rabbit King of Bunnybury, who laments the burdens of his crown and the loss of his wild, carefree life in the forest. Over a kindly shared luncheon and a stroll through the splendid...839false1020fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-22-how-the-wizard-found-dorothy--70803502https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803502Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy is joyfully reunited with the Wizard and her companions at their camp in the forest, and after sharing her curious adventures, they prepare to continue their journey with the enchanted wagon wheel guiding them. They soon arrive at...739false1022fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-23-how-they-encountered-the-flutterbudgets--70803504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803504Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers journey to the peculiar settlement of the Flutterbudgets, where anxious fears and fanciful worries abound, colouring the lives of its inhabitants with fretful imaginings. They then cross into the flourishing Winkie Country,...689false1023fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-24-how-the-tin-woodman-told-the-sad-news--70803501https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803501Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions visit the Tin Woodman’s shining palace and enjoy the wonders of his tin garden, learning of the gentle care he gives to all creatures great and small. Yet a shadow falls when the Tin Woodman reveals troubling news...645false1024fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-25-how-the-scarecrow-displayed-his-wisdom--70803507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803507Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers, burdened with troubling news of a dark enemy, seek counsel from the wise Scarecrow at his splendid golden ear-shaped mansion, marveling at his clever comfort and unfailing optimism. They also visit the pumpkin-laden farm of...629false1025fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-27-how-the-fierce-warriors-invaded-oz--70803509https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803509Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a formidable assembly of warriors from many strange lands unites for a daring invasion of the fair Land of Oz, each with secret schemes and fierce ambitions that threaten the kingdom's peace. Yet, as they advance through a long dusty tunnel,...358false1027fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-26-how-ozma-refused-to-fight-for-her-kingdom--70803513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803513Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the fair and steadfast Ozma calmly confronts the grave threat of an imminent invasion, choosing peace and mercy over battle despite the fears of her loyal friends. Together they ponder ingenious plans to protect the Emerald City, placing...844false1026fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-28-how-they-drank-at-the-forbidden-fountain--70803506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803506Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the loyal friends of Oz gather by the shimmer of the Forbidden Fountain to await a fearsome invasion, only to witness a curious transformation unfold as the enchanted waters erase the wrath and memories of their foes. The day dawns bright...638false1028fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-29-how-glinda-worked-a-magic-spell--70803512https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803512Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the beloved rulers and friends of Oz, mindful of recent troubles, embark upon a heartfelt journey to seek counsel from the gracious Glinda the Good, who reveals her wondrous Magic Book and offers a far-reaching spell to protect their...473false1029fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emerald-city-of-oz-chapter-30-how-the-story-of-oz-came-to-an-end--70803511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70803511Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the chronicler receives a poignant farewell from Princess Dorothy, announcing that the enchanting land of Oz is forever parted from the outside world. The narrator reflects with gentle warmth on the joy and wonder brought by the tales of Oz,...108false1030fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-1-ojo-and-unc-nunkie--71929464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929464Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a thoughtful young Munchkin named Ojo discovers that the humble store of bread in their little forest home is nearly gone, prompting a somber reflection on poverty and the curious isolation of their dwelling. As twilight deepens, both uncle...350false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-2-the-crooked-magician--71929465https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929465Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a boy named Ojo and his uncle Unc Nunkie set forth from their lonely forest home to visit the Crooked Magician and his wife, Dame Margolotte, arriving at their blue-painted house nestled amidst a curious garden of edible delights and peculiar...940false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-preface--71929467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929467Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a devoted chronicler of the Land of Oz finds his tales cut off by a royal edict that shrouds the magical realm from the outside world, leaving children and readers longing for more stories. Through a hopeful scheme involving wireless...238false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-3-the-patchwork-girl--71929466https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929466Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a clever and conscientious couple craft the remarkable Patchwork Girl with patches of many colours and a carefully measured dose of magical qualities to ensure she will be a good servant, while the mysterious Powder of Life is prepared with...877false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-4-the-glass-cat--71929471https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929471Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a remarkable Glass Cat, fashioned of crystal and brimming with pride, exchanges sharp remarks with the Magician and his household about the creation of a new servant from patchwork. The party gathers with eager anticipation as the Magician...640false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-5-a-terrible-accident--71929472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929472Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a most curious accident causes the Magician’s beloved wife and Ojo’s guardian, Unc Nunkie, to be turned to marble, compelling the young boy and his spirited companion, the Patchwork Girl, to set forth on a quest for rare and magical...1097false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-8-the-foolish-owl-and-the-wise-donkey--71929475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929475Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ojo, Scraps, and the Glass Cat seek counsel from the colourful and contradictory pair known as the Foolish Owl and Wise Donkey, whose curious rhymes and straightforward advice provide a whimsical interlude in their travels. Through their...491false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-6-the-journey--71929476https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929476Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ojo, the Patchwork Girl Scraps, and the Glass Cat venture from the forest into the open Munchkin Country, encountering a laughing woodchopper who shares tales of other curious inhabitants of Oz. They seek shelter for the night at a strange,...1260false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-7-the-troublesome-phonograph--71929474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929474Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ojo awakens in a quaint Munchkin room to find breakfast awaiting him, and sets out again with the Patchwork Girl and the Glass Cat, encountering an unexpected, lively phonograph that insists on joining their journey. Despite its musical...726false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-9-they-meet-the-woozy--71929470https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929470Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ojo and his companions venture into a gloomy forest to seek the lone, square-bodied Woozy, who is both gentle in demeanour and enthralled by the strange new foods offered to him. Their encounter blossoms into a peculiar alliance, as they...1275false1110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-11-a-good-friend--71929477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929477Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Shaggy Man joins Ojo and his companions on their journey toward the Emerald City, sharing stories, songs, and helpful advice about their peculiar quest. They rest at a lonely cabin, where the Shaggy Man’s cheerful song introduces a...1469false1112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-10-shaggy-man-to-the-rescue--71929468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929468Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ojo and his curious companions come upon the famed Yellow Brick Road and find themselves ensnared by a collection of enormous, colour-shifting plants whose leaves imprison them despite their protests. They are fortuitously delivered from this...824false1111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-13-scraps-and-the-scarecrow--71929469https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929469Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers encounter a mysterious locked gate that proves to be an optical illusion, allowing them to pass unimpeded into greener lands, and they make a pleasant stop for repairs and rest before being introduced to the charming and lively...1397false1114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-14-ojo-breaks-the-law--71929473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929473Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers journey towards the enchanting Emerald City, where the marvels of its sparkling walls and pleasant citizens fill them with admiration, and the Patchwork Girl expresses her desire to dwell there rather than remain with her...864false1115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-12-the-giant-porcupine--71929479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929479Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ojo and his companions encounter a tricky stretch of yellow brick road that moves backward beneath their feet, compelling them to adopt an unusual method of travel by walking backward to advance. They then confront Chiss, a fearsome...958false1113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-16-princess-dorothy--71929478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929478Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, ever true to her kind and curious nature, welcomes a remarkable company of new friends into her palace and learns of their strange origins and peculiar talents, while pondering the troubling predicament faced by young Ojo. The lively...866false1117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-17-ozma-and-her-friends--71929480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929480Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Shaggy Man prepares for a joyful evening at Ozma’s palace, where the queen warmly welcomes her friends and shares an enchanting tale of her past, bringing to light the magic that shapes the Land of Oz. Together, they enjoy lively...564false1118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-15-ozma-s-prisoner--71929481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929481Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young boy named Ojo is taken prisoner for breaking the Law of Oz, and is led through the splendid Emerald City to a most unusual prison where kindness and comfort are afforded rather than harshness. Here he learns from his gentle jailor...898false1116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-18-ojo-is-forgiven--71929482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929482Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the young Munchkin Ojo is brought before the gracious and wise Princess Ozma to answer for a broken law concerning a six-leaved clover, and is met not with scorn but with understanding and forgiveness. Thereafter, with the aid of Dorothy, the...973false1119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-19-trouble-with-the-tottenhots--71929483https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929483Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our adventurers visit Jack Pumpkinhead’s charming pumpkin house nestled within a sprawling field of giant pumpkins, and learn of the difficulties in their quest for a peculiar dark well from the wise wooden fellow. They then encounter the...1139false1120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-20-the-captive-yoop--71929484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929484Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions venture cautiously through a narrow rocky passage, encountering mysterious warnings about a peculiar captive named Yoop, whose lair they discover to be guarded by a giant of unusual appearance and manners. After a...799false1121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-21-hip-hopper-the-champion--71929485https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929485Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions, climbing a steep and winding mountain path, discover a hidden tunnel that leads them to an encounter with Hip Hopper, a one-legged champion wrestler who explains his people’s peculiar ways and their feud with the...728false1122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-22-the-joking-horners--71929486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929486Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a wondrous subterranean village of marble hosts one-legged Hoppers, who are engaged in a neighborly quarrel with the two-legged Horners beyond a great fence, leading to a spirited encounter and an earnest attempt to mediate peace. With...880false1123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-23-peace-is-declared--71929487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929487Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Scraps visits the Horners' home, discovering their peculiar custom of valuing inner beauty and politeness above all, even as they avoid laughter and play. Through clever explanations and gentle diplomacy, misunderstandings with the...867false1124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-25-they-bribe-the-lazy-quadling--71929491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929491Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions discover a perplexing river that bars their path into the Winkie Country, and encounter a peculiar, indolent Quadling man who, persuaded by magical tablets of nourishment, agrees to help them build a raft. They...684false1126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-26-the-trick-river--71929488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929488Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a merry company embarks upon a strange river journey where currents reverse like a whimsical trick, compelling them to employ cleverness and patience to reach their intended destination. Upon safely landing in the shining Winkie Country, they...844false1127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-24-ojo-finds-the-dark-well--71929489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929489Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a small company ventures into a dimly illuminated cavern along a slippery tunnel, guided by a knowledgeable Horner, to obtain a precious liquid from a mysterious well hidden deep below the earth. Their careful progress is marked by mishaps...243false1125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-27-the-tin-woodman-objects--71929490https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929490Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman hospitably receives Ojo and his companions, and a difficult dilemma arises over the final ingredient needed for a magic charm—one that calls into question the well-being of a delicately beautiful butterfly. They resolve to...844false1128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-chapter-28-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz--71929492https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929492Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a gathering of friends and curious creatures convenes to witness the restoration of those once lost to sorrow and enchantment, guided by the wise and gracious hands of Ozma and her helpers. Through the marvels of magic and kindness, hope is...404false1129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-story-2-little-dorothy-and-toto--71929801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929801Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious little girl and her faithful dog venture into a mysterious forest where a curious sign warns of a strange figure named Crinklink, leading to an enigmatic encounter by a lake with a tiny ferryman who soon reveals a most surprising...784false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-story-1-the-cowardly-lion-and-the-hungry-tiger--71929802https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929802Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger, guardians of Princess Ozma’s throne, grow restless with their peaceful, uneventful duties and contemplate proving their fearsome reputations. Yet, when faced with the opportunity to act on their fierce...777false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-story-3-tiktok-and-the-nome-king--71929803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929803Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the industrious Clockwork Man ventures to the forbidding underground realm of the temperamental Nome King to request vital repairs, only to meet a most unfortunate mishap that reduces him to a scattered heap of machinery. With the aid of the...753false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-story-6-the-scarecrow-and-the-tin-woodman--71929804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929804Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which two singular companions, one fashioned of straw and the other of shining tin, embark upon a gentle river excursion that takes an unexpected turn when calamity befalls the Tin Woodman. Through the interplay of loyalty, wit, and a touch of...883false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-story-4-ozma-and-the-little-wizard--71929805https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929805Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Ozma and her little Wizard companion travel the Land of Oz to seek out any discontent, encountering three troublesome Imps whose mischievous behaviour disrupts the peace of a mountain valley. With good humour and magical ingenuity,...733false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-story-5-jack-pumpkinhead-and-the-sawhorse--71929806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929806Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Jack Pumpkinhead, a lively figure with a pumpkin for a head, is summoned by Princess Ozma to rescue two lost children in a sombre forest, accompanied by the swift and trusty Sawhorse. Despite obstacles and an unfortunate mishap, their...718false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-2-out-of-oogaboo--71929814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929814Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Grand Army of Oogaboo assembles in splendid attire, resolutely preparing for a grand expedition under Queen Ann Soforth's command, despite the lamentations of their loved ones. With spirited commands and eager hearts, they march forth...224false133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-1-ann-s-army--71929817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929817Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the proud Queen Ann of the tiny mountain kingdom of Oogaboo, weary of dust and domesticity, resolves to raise an army from her eighteen menfolk and conquer the peaceful Land of Oz. With great ceremony, she appoints her reluctant subjects to...956false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-to-my-readers--71929818https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929818Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Royal Historian of Oz thanks his young friends for loving the Oz books best of all, and presents a new tale containing Queen Ann Soforth, Tik-Tok, the Nome King, Betsy Bobbin, and many curious adventures not seen upon the stage. He also...200false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-4-betsy-braves-the-bellows--71929820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929820Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a tempestuous storm hurls Betsy Bobbin and her faithful mule, Hank, into the wild embrace of the sea upon a shattered vessel, leaving them to brave the elements together on a fragile raft. At dawn's gentle light, they spy a radiant land of...268false135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-3-magic-mystifies-the-marchers--71929821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929821Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Ann of Oogaboo leads a modest army into a mysterious land beyond Oz, unaware of the clever magical barriers that divert their path. The troops face growing hunger and fear, yet stand united against a strange and fearsome creature whose...1067false134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-5-the-roses-repulse-the-refugees--71929816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929816Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave girl and her faithful mule arrive by raft at a wondrous greenhouse filled with enchanted rosebushes bearing the faces of sleeping maidens, who awaken startled by their unexpected visitors. They soon meet the peculiar Royal Gardener, a...443false136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-7-polychrome-s-pitiful-plight--71929815https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929815Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the merry and reckless Polychrome, Daughter of the Rainbow, finds herself stranded on earth and joins a curious party of wanderers seeking to locate the underground cavern of the formidable Metal Monarch; together they discover the mechanical...1221false138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-8-tik-tok-tackles-a-tough-task--71929822https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929822Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Queen of Oogaboo arrives with her oddly timid army to claim conquest over a small band of adventurers, only to find herself thwarted by the unexpected refusal and rebellion of her own soldiers. Through a charming moment with field-flowers...1116false139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-6-shaggy-seeks-his-stray-brother--71929819https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929819Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious stranger known as the Shaggy Man arrives unceremoniously in the Rose Kingdom, where strangers face a dire fate under the stern laws enforced by the Royal Gardener. With the help of Betsy, the brave little girl, and her mule Hank,...1210false137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-11-the-famous-fellowship-of-fairies--71929827https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929827Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which our adventurers are brought before a wondrous assembly of numerous Kings and Queens, all alike in appearance yet governed by one sovereign known as the Great Jinjin or the Private Citizen. They learn of the strict laws concerning the...689false1312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-9-ruggedo-s-rage-is-rash-and-reckless--71929823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929823Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of curious companions journeys through the strange and springy Rubber Country, where everything is made of bounding rubber, before approaching the dazzling jeweled cavern of the surly Nome King, Ruggedo, who broods over lost treasures...1220false1310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-10-a-terrible-tumble-through-a-tube--71929824https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929824Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of travellers, led by the brave Tik-Tok and accompanied by the Rainbow's Daughter, experience a bewildering descent through a mysterious hollow Tube that carries them swiftly to an unknown land on the opposite side of the world. Upon...1021false1311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-13-the-jinjin-s-just-judgment--71929825https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929825Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the sovereign Tititi-Hoochoo convenes the assembled monarchs to decree a just punishment upon the wicked Nome King Ruggedo, appointing the wayward young dragon Quox as the Instrument of Vengeance to accompany a band of travellers through the...1214false1314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-14-the-long-eared-hearer-learns-by-listening--71929829https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929829Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the restless King of the Nomes, Ruggedo, frets over the impending arrival of unwelcome visitors sent down the Forbidden Tube, consulting his loyal yet mischievous Chamberlain Kaliko and his Long-Eared Hearer to spy upon them. The Nome King,...782false1315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-12-the-lovely-lady-of-light--71929826https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929826Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Betsy and her companions are welcomed into the radiant palace of the Queen of Light, where they meet six enchanting maidens who embody various forms of light and learn of the just and heartless ruler Tititi-Hoochoo. As the day concludes with...624false1313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-15-the-dragon-defies-danger--71929828https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929828Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a kindly dragon named Quox escorts the travellers through a remarkable underground passage, their conversation revealing whimsical reflections on gravity and nature’s magic. Upon emerging atop a mountain near the Nome King’s realm, the...663false1316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-16-the-naughty-nome--71929830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929830Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Queen Ann and her officers, after a misstep into a cleverly concealed pit within the Nome King's cavern, find themselves prisoners yet discover a hidden passage that may offer an escape from their grim predicament. Meanwhile, the...768false1317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-17-a-tragic-transformation--71929831https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929831Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave adventurers find themselves prisoners of the malicious Nome King, whose jealousy and spite threaten their freedom and safety, while the Rainbow's Daughter, Polychrome, dances about with elusive grace, defying capture and offering a...1159false1318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-19-king-kaliko--71929834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929834Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the enchanted forms of the Rose Princess and Shaggy Man are restored through the intervention of the mighty dragon Quox, and the escape of the wicked Nome King leaves the subterranean realm in new hands. The newly crowned Metal Monarch Kaliko...754false1320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-20-quox-quietly-quits--71929835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929835Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the newly crowned King Kaliko endeavours to uncover the secret passages to a marvellous Metal Forest, all the while watching for the return of the exiled Ruggedo, who schemes to plunder its sparkling treasures. Guided by the keen-eyed...660false1321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-18-a-clever-conquest--71929837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929837Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the stalwart dragon Quox is roused from slumber to confront the captive Nome King Ruggedo and his dark machinations within a cavern of jewels. Through the intervention of the wise Jinjin's enchantments and a curious procession of eggs, the...823false1319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-21-a-bashful-brother--71929832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929832Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the weary Queen Ann and her tattered officers emerge into the wondrous Metal Forest, only to find Ruggedo captured and a new Nome King, Kaliko, reigning in peace and friendship. Shaggy Man’s long search ends at a humble hut amid the green...980false1322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-23-ruggedo-reforms--71929838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929838Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the company returns to the Nome King’s cavern, where kindness softens hearts and old enmities begin to mend amidst promises of better conduct. Meanwhile, Polychrome, the radiant Daughter of the Rainbow, bids a heartfelt farewell to her...397false1324fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-22-kindly-kisses--71929836https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929836Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Betsy and her companions discover the peculiar "Three-Course Nuts" and "Breakfast Trees" in a natural forest hidden within the Metal Forest, and after rescuing Shaggy's brother from an ugly enchantment, they attempt to break his curse with a...998false1323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-24-dorothy-is-delighted--71929839https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929839Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Queen Ann and her people are gently returned to their own land by the kindly Ruler Ozma, who consults with the Wizard and friends about the curious case of Shaggy Man and his newfound companions wandering the rocky country of the Nomes....965false1325fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tik-tok-of-oz-chapter-25-the-land-of-love--71929833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71929833Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the newly arrived Hank the mule, bewildered by his sudden ability to talk in the enchanted Land of Oz, encounters the various noble and curious animals residing at Ozma’s palace and becomes embroiled in a friendly dispute over the affections...818false1326fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-3-the-ork--71930069https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930069Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious and congenial creature known as an Ork emerges from the depths and becomes an unlikely companion to Trot and Cap’n Bill as they explore a mysterious cavern and its perilous tunnels. Together, they embark on a slow, candlelit journey...1469false143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-1-the-great-whirlpool--71930074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930074Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a wise old sailor and his earnest young companion set out to explore mysterious sea caves beneath a blazing sky, only to find themselves drawn helplessly into the swirling grasp of a threatening whirlpool. Despite the peril and the eerie...674false141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-2-the-cavern-under-the-sea--71930083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930083Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot and Cap'n Bill are carried down through swirling waters into a mysterious glowing cavern where they find themselves stranded with scant provisions and a curious dark hole that may lead to escape—or peril. As they settle in, fishing and...814false142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-5-the-little-old-man-of-the-island--71930068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930068Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, Cap’n Bill, and the tiny Ork encounter the disagreeable island dweller Pessim, whose gloomy outlook and peculiar experiences with magical berries lead them to devise a daring plan for departure. Their clever scheme involves shrinking to...1565false145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-4-daylight-at-last--71930071https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930071Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our intrepid trio emerge at last from a dark and treacherous tunnel to find themselves at the bottom of a sunlit pit on a mysterious island, where the Ork’s extraordinary mechanical tail propels them to freedom. They explore the bountiful...658false144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-6-the-flight-of-the-midgets--71930086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930086Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Cap'n Bill and Trot, having been reduced to tiny size, journey through the air in a sunbonnet piloted by the Ork, seeking land after a long flight over a vast ocean. Upon landing on an unfamiliar island, they regain their natural stature by...522false146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-8-button-bright-is-lost-and-found-again--71930077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930077Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot awakens to a peculiar snowfall of warm, edible popcorn and, with Cap'n Bill and the Bumpy Man, rescues Button-Bright from the banks of this whimsical snow. After capturing a trio of young birds and magically enlarging them with purple...1243false148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-7-the-bumpy-man--71930081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930081Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers find themselves upon a verdant mountain, where a quaint stone house and its curious occupant—the kindly Bumpy Man, known as the Mountain Ear—offer shelter and confections unfamiliar to their tastes. As night falls and the...747false147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-9-the-kingdom-of-jinxland--71930087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930087Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, Cap’n Bill, and Button-Bright are carried by birds across a vast desert to a radiant, serene land called Jinxland, where they meet a kind woman who tells them about the harsh rule of its king. They venture forth with cautious...885false149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-10-pon-the-gardener-s-boy--71930076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930076Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a doleful youth named Pon reveals his sorrowful tale of love and betrayal, explaining his royal blood and the cruel usurpation by King Krewl that shadows his hope with Princess Gloria. Our compassionate travellers listen with sympathy and...531false1410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-12-the-wooden-legged-grass-hopper--71930078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930078Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a tender friendship blossoms between Trot and the sorrowful Princess Gloria, while sinister plots brew in the shadows of the King's castle involving witches and dark enchantments. Meanwhile, the disappearance of a steadfast companion leaves...1079false1412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-11-the-wicked-king-and-googly-goo--71930070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930070Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Cap'n Bill, Trot, and Button-Bright boldly present themselves at the formidable castle of King Krewl, whose sullen demeanor and cruel counsel reveal a kingdom ruled by fear and intrigue. As the strangers are treated with cautious hospitality,...881false1411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-13-glinda-the-good-and-the-scarecrow-of-oz--71930073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930073Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the noble and kindly Scarecrow visits the splendid palace of Glinda the Good, learning from her Great Book of Records of new arrivals and troubles in the mysterious and fearsome land of Jinxland. Equipped with magical aids and word of...652false1413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-15-trot-meets-the-scarecrow--71930084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930084Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the faithful Scarecrow, newly arrived from the Land of Oz, reveals himself at a moment of keen need to assist Trot and Pon in their quest, only to suffer a mischievous assault from the relentless Wicked Witch Blinkie. Amidst mishaps and the...627false1415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-14-the-frozen-heart--71930085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930085Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a careless wanderer finds himself lost amid blackberry bushes, and two devoted friends follow a solemn procession to a witch’s spellbound abode where a princess is held in chilling captivity. Their quiet witnessing of the sinister enchantment...1166false1414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-16-pon-summons-the-king-to-surrender--71930072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930072Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a resolute council assembles in the tranquil meadow to devise a polite yet firm plan to reinstate Princess Gloria to her rightful throne, led by the thoughtful Scarecrow whose unique constitution renders him impervious to harm. The gardener’s...540false1416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-17-the-ork-rescues-button-bright--71930079https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930079Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the ever-cheerful Button-Bright wanders lost through the countryside, encountering various creatures and kindly folk, yet remains undismayed by his predicament. At last he meets the Ork, who carries him back to his friends near the King’s...480false1417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-18-the-scarecrow-meets-an-enemy--71930082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930082Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Scarecrow boldly confronts the tyrannical King Krewl and proclaims Princess Gloria the rightful ruler of Jinxland, only to be captured and condemned to burn at the stake. Yet, just as the flames rise, a magnificent flock of Orks...650false1418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-19-the-conquest-of-the-witch--71930064https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930064Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the newly crowned Scarecrow assumes the throne amid the loyal subjects of Jinxland and commands the capture of the notorious witch Blinkie, determined to undo the wrongs she has wrought. With a box of magic bestowed by Glinda, he compels the...719false1419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-21-dorothy-betsy-and-ozma--71930075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930075Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which we are tenderly introduced to the radiant Emerald City and its gracious ruler, Ozma, whose kind heart and wise nature inspire affection from all her subjects, including the merry mortal girls Dorothy and Betsy. The magic picture in Ozma’s...584false1421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-20-queen-gloria--71930080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930080Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Scarecrow convenes the people of Jinxland to establish rightful rule, resulting in a joyful coronation and the promise of peace under Queen Gloria and her consort Pon. Afterwards, the friends prepare to leave the troubled land, guided by...1012false1420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-22-the-waterfall--71930067https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930067Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Scarecrow leads his companions through enchanting fields and beside a wondrous waterfall in the Land of Oz, where unexpected magic provides them with a sumptuous feast and a curious path to follow. After a sudden mishap sends the...598false1422fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-24-the-royal-reception--71930065https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930065Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the kind-hearted readers are introduced to the gracious Glinda, who warmly welcomes Dorothy, Betsy, and their new friends Trot and Cap’n Bill to her splendid palace, while the charming Sawhorse patiently waits outside to ponder its origins....707false1424fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scarecrow-of-oz-chapter-23-the-land-of-oz--71930066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930066Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the valiant friends rescue the sodden Scarecrow from a watery peril and set about restoring his straw-stuffed frame with the help of timely magic and kindness. Once renewed, the Scarecrow cheerfully assumes command, and the company presses...347false1423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-1-the-prince-of-pingaree--71930513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930513Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the serene island of Pingaree is introduced with its peaceful pearl-fishing folk and wealthy King Kitticut, who harbours a wary hope against past foes seeking revenge. The King reveals to his son Prince Inga a marvelous secret—three magic...919false151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-2-the-coming-of-king-rinkitink--71930522https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930522Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a jovial and rotund monarch named King Rinkitink arrives by boat to the island of Pingaree, bringing with him a talking goat and a lively disposition that charms the local king, prince, and court. Through cheerful conversation and curious...1078false152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-3-the-warriors-from-the-north--71930524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930524Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which King Rinkitink enjoys a leisurely stay on the Island of Pingaree, while Prince Inga, left to his own devices, spends his days in thoughtful study and quiet observation from his favourite tree. Suddenly, the peace is shattered as a fearsome...772false153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-5-the-three-pearls--71930514https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930514Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which King Rinkitink, Prince Inga, and the faithful goat Bilbil find refuge on a desolate island and discover secrets within the ruins of a ruined palace that may hold the key to their escape. Through cleverness and the aid of mysterious pearls,...1611false155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-4-the-deserted-island--71930525https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930525Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Prince Inga, left alone on the island of Pingaree after its devastation, discovers the trapped King Rinkitink at the bottom of a well and, with the help of the sagacious goat Bilbil, manages to rescue him. Together, the trio begin to explore...1054false154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-6-the-magic-boat--71930526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930526Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Prince Inga discovers a splendid silver-lined boat and, despite King Rinkitink’s doubts, sets out to row across the ocean towards the distant islands of Regos and Coregos, guided by the magic of the Pearls. The journey is marked by good...1309false156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-8-rinkitink-makes-a-great-mistake--71930527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930527Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the triumphant King Rinkitink and Prince Inga take possession of the city of Regos, enjoying palace splendour and the tentative peace that follows their victory. Yet a mysterious loss of one precious magical shoe unsettles their newfound...1096false158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-7-the-twin-islands--71930528https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930528Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the reader is introduced to the grim islands of Regos and Coregos, ruled by the fierce King Gos and the cruel Queen Cor, whose warriors enslave and oppress all around them. Prince Inga, accompanied by King Rinkitink and the goat Bilbil,...1215false157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-9-a-present-for-zella--71930529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930529Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a poor charcoal-burner named Nikobob discovers a mysterious pair of shoes lost near the royal palace and unwittingly uses their magical power to defeat the fearful forest beast Choggenmugger, much to the amazement of his family. Meanwhile,...788false159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-10-the-cunning-of-queen-cor--71930530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930530Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the vexed Queen of Coregos, troubled by the unruly presence of King Gos and his warriors, devises a cunning plan to capture the youthful Prince of Pingaree, who has recently seized her city by means of mysterious power. Despite her boldness...956false1510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-12-the-excitement-of-bilbil-the-goat--71930531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930531Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the ever-grumpy Bilbil the goat, confined and neglected in a lonely room, grows increasingly irate and hungry until the sounds of battle rouse him to burst free and wreak havoc among King Gos’s soldiers. With a wild and untamed fury, Bilbil...329false1512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-11-zella-goes-to-coregos--71930534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930534Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave little girl named Zella ventures through a perilous forest to deliver honey to Queen Cor, discovering to her surprise a new-found strength that protects her from wild beasts. With courage and determination, she navigates tangled woods...431false1511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-14-the-escape--71930532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930532Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Prince Inga and his companions seek to reclaim their lost boat by the enchanted White Pearl and embark on a daring mission to free the enslaved people labouring in the mines beneath the harsh rule of King Gos. Amidst cautious plans,...1199false1514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-15-the-flight-of-the-rulers--71930533https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930533Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the fright of Queen Cor at the magic of a certain boy prince prompts a swift and secretive plan to abduct his royal parents and conceal them in the distant Nome Kingdom, hoping to force his compliance. Meanwhile, the boy, undeterred and...315false1515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-13-zella-saves-the-prince--71930535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930535Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Prince Inga discovers the cruel Queen Cor’s harsh treatment of the slaves from Pingaree and, through a magical exchange, regains his wondrous power to challenge her reign. With the help of loyal friends and newfound allies, he frees...893false1513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-17-the-nome-king--71930516https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930516Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which King Gos and Queen Cor journey through rugged mountains to entrust their royal prisoners to the custody of the shrewd and treasure-loving Nome King Kaliko, whose underground caverns gleam with jewels and secret passages. The captives, though...841false1517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-18-inga-parts-with-his-pink-pearl--71930520https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930520Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which young Prince Inga, guided by the mysterious White Pearl, braves the treacherous caverns of the Nome King in search of his captive parents, encountering magic, danger, and the gruff Nome King himself. Demonstrating courage and cleverness, Inga...2044false1518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-16-nikobob-refuses-a-crown--71930536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930536Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Prince Inga and his companions find themselves welcomed back at Regos, where wise Nikobob declines a royal crown in favour of humble peace, while plans are set afoot to restore the despoiled island of Pingaree to its former glory....604false1516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-19-rinkitink-chuckles--71930518https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930518Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the indomitable King Rinkitink faces the cunning magic of the Nome King Kaliko, whose enchantments fail to harm the little monarch or his steadfast goat Bilbil, much to the Nome King’s bafflement and frustration. Meanwhile, concern grows over...762false1519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-21-the-wizard-finds-an-enchantment--71930519https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930519Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Nome King, despite his begrudging treatment of his captives, faces an unexpected visit from Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz, whose arrival stirs hope for Inga and King Rinkitink. Amidst heartfelt reunions and surprising revelations, the...662false1521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-20-dorothy-to-the-rescue--71930515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930515Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Dorothy of Oz, upon discovering the plight of young Inga and King Rinkitink through Glinda’s Great Book of Records and the Magic Picture, resolves to journey to the forbidding Nome King’s country to aid them. Accompanied by the...362false1520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-24-the-captive-king--71930517https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930517Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which King Rinkitink is unexpectedly found by a fleet from his homeland, bringing both joy and a troublesome summons to return and rule. Despite his reluctance and humorous misgivings about royal duties, he agrees to three days of festive farewell...584false1524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-23-the-pearl-kingdom--71930521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930521Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the joyous company bids farewell to Oz and journeys safely to the restored pearl kingdom of Pingaree, where renewal and prosperity have replaced the shadows of past strife. King Rinkitink finds comfort in the warmth of friendship and...423false1523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rinkitink-in-oz-chapter-22-ozma-s-banquet--71930523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930523Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ozma prepares a grand banquet to welcome her new guests, providing them with fine clothing and warm hospitality, while Glinda and the Wizard undertake a delicate magical effort to restore Prince Bobo from his strange enchantment. The evening...595false1522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-1-a-terrible-loss--71930647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930647Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the dear Princess Ozma mysteriously vanishes from her chambers, leaving her friends Dorothy, Betsy Bobbin, and Trot puzzled and concerned as no trace of her can be found throughout the palace or grounds. Their search leads to a startling...707false161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-2-the-troubles-of-glinda-the-good--71930634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930634Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the good Sorceress Glinda discovers with great dismay that her priceless Great Book of Records and her magical instruments have been stolen from her castle during the night, leaving her puzzled and troubled. Meanwhile, amid these mysterious...435false162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-3-the-robbery-of-cayke-the-cookie-cook--71930641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930641Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the peculiar and proud Frogman of the Yip Country emerges as an adviser in a curious theft, prompting a small band to venture down from their bramble-guarded plateau into the unknown plains below. The party’s journey reveals the Frogman’s...1404false163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-4-among-the-winkies--71930631https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930631Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious readers are introduced to the far-reaching Winkie Country, home to industrious folk and sparkling tin mines, where the adventurous Frogman and Cayke the Cookie Cook seek a missing magical dishpan of great familial and culinary...451false164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-6-the-search-party--71930633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930633Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a gallant company of friends gathers and sets forth from the Emerald City on a noble quest to find their missing princess, with a motley band of creatures and companions joining in eager fellowship. They journey through peaceful lands and...1067false166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-5-ozma-s-friends-are-perplexed--71930643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930643Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ozma, the beloved fairy ruler, has mysteriously vanished along with all her powerful magical instruments, leaving her friends in deep distress and pondering the presence of hidden wickedness within the Land of Oz. A determined search is...791false165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-7-the-merry-go-round-mountains--71930626https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930626Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a company of friends travelling through the rolling prairie come upon the unusual Merry-Go-Round Mountains—cone-shaped hills that whirl in different directions and are separated by a daunting gulf. Using their wits and a long harness strap,...1057false167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-8-the-mysterious-city--71930630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930630Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our intrepid company, having surveyed a most curious land, encounters a walled city that appears and vanishes like a mirage, confounding their senses and challenging their wit. With clever contrivances and steadfast hearts, they endeavour to...1089false168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-9-the-high-coco-lorum-of-thi--71930648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930648Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers discover the curious city of Thi, inhabited by diamond-headed people who live harmoniously without a king, subsisting solely on thistles and guided by their enigmatic High Coco-Lorum. They are shown the city’s wonders,...1245false169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-10-toto-loses-something--71930638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930638Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers, wandering through twisting lands, find unexpected berries to sustain them and settle for the night beneath the stars, where a curious loss of Toto’s growl leads to a most whimsical debate among friends about beauty and...626false1610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-12-the-czarover-of-herku--71930642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930642Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious party of friends discovers the walled city of Herku, inhabited by strong yet strangely thin people and guarded by obedient giants, where they meet the diminutive but mighty Czarover who shares tales of a powerful magician named Ugu...1163false1612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-11-button-bright-loses-himself--71930646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930646Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the merry travellers discover an abundant orchard filled with delightful fruits, yet poor Button-Bright manages to lose himself amidst the trees, leading to a gentle search by his companions. A curious enchanted peach and a wise Bluefinch add...799false1611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-15-the-big-lavender-bear--71930629https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930629Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which two travellers encounter a curious and lively little brown bear who proclaims himself a sentry and commands them to follow him to Bear Center, a remarkable city inhabited by a troop of animated and colourful toy bears. They are soon presented...508false1615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-13-the-truth-pond--71930635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930635Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Frogman, proud and vain, encounters a cross Winkie woman and discovers a magical pond whose waters compel him to speak only the truth, much to his dismay. He then persuades his companion Cayke to consider bathing in the enchanted water so...712false1613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-14-the-unhappy-ferryman--71930639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930639Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Cookie Cook and the Frogman, having ventured eastward on their quest, receive kind hospitality and thoughtful counsel from a Winkie woman, guiding them toward the Emerald City and revealing the wide variety of characters they may...629false1614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-16-the-little-pink-bear--71930627https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930627Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which a mighty Bear King and his curious Pink Bear, who answers questions with truthful words when his crank is turned, reveal the whereabouts of a missing diamond-studded gold dishpan to a determined Cookie Cook and her thoughtful Frogman...849false1616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-17-the-meeting--71930632https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930632Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which two parties travelling from opposite directions encounter each other on a hill near the sinister wicker castle, leading to an introduction of the curious Frogman and a gathering of allies united by their shared misfortunes. Together, they...846false1617fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-18-ugu-the-shoemaker--71930637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930637Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a thoughtful assembly of friends contemplates the formidable powers of a wicked magician named Ugu and debates the best course of action to rescue their captured companion, Ozma. Though uncertain and cautious, they resolve to journey together...559false1618fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-19-the-conference--71930644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930644Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the shoemaker Ugu, once a humble craftsman unaware of his own lineage, discovers ancient magical secrets and boldly steals the enchanted treasures of Oz’s most powerful beings to claim dominion over the land. Despite his triumph, he soon...571false1619fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-21-magic-against-magic--71930640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930640Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers encounter magical barriers and cunning illusions guarding a wicker castle atop a green knoll, requiring clever tricks and brave leaps to overcome. As they advance, they face an army of fierce girl soldiers whose threatening...666false1621fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-20-more-surprises--71930649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930649Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which our companions, having reunited, journey toward the curious wicker castle of the magician Ugu and encounter a perplexing discrepancy involving the whereabouts of the missing Princess Ozma, as revealed by the little Pink Bear oracle. Despite...760false1620fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-22-in-the-wicker-castle--71930628https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930628Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Wizard and his companions find themselves unexpectedly imprisoned in a strange castle, confronted by the dignified yet defiant magician Ugu, whose cunning changes their surroundings and tests their resolve. Amidst clever plots and daring...1001false1622fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-23-the-defiance-of-ugu-the-shoemaker--71930624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930624Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the courageous Dorothy boldly confronts the nefarious magician Ugu, using her newly discovered powers from the Magic Belt to cleverly transform him into a diminutive yet fierce dove, sparking a lively struggle aided by her valiant Frogman...610false1623fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-24-the-little-pink-bear-speaks-truly--71930625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930625Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the faithful little Pink Bear is once more questioned about the whereabouts of the lost Princess Ozma, much to the scepticism and eventual wonder of those gathered. Through a golden peach pit discovered in Button-Bright’s pocket, a magical...367false1624fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-25-ozma-of-oz--71930645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930645Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the fair and gracious Ozma is joyfully rescued from her enchanted confinement and warmly welcomed back to her beloved Emerald City, bringing together old friends and new admirers alike. The tale unfolds with cheerful celebrations, the...565false1625fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-princess-of-oz-chapter-26-dorothy-forgives--71930636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71930636Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman, enjoying their simple existences and thoughtful reflections, discover a glittering dishpan and decide to return to the Emerald City, where joy is renewed with the restoration of a cherished friend’s...501false1626fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-2-the-heart-of-the-tin-woodman--72693794https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693794Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman recounts the curious and rather extraordinary mishaps that led to his entirely tin body, reflecting on lost love, faithful devotion, and the peculiar challenges of having no heart to love. Inspired by an earnest young...725false172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-1-woot-the-wanderer--72693795https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693795Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman, a figure of shining metal and cheery demeanour, receives a young wanderer in his glittering castle and recounts the beginnings of his extraordinary transformation from flesh to tin. The conversation unfolds with gentle...814false171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-3-roundabout--72693801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693801Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the wanderer Woot takes his rest in the tin abode of the Winkie Emperor and observes the curious life of these metallic folk, preparing for a journey with the Tin Woodman and the Straw Man. Their discourse reveals gentle reflections on duty,...704false173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-5-mrs-yoop-the-giantess--72693792https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693792Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which three travellers, upon discovering a vast and enigmatic castle owned by a formidable Giantess, find themselves unwittingly ensnared within its gleaming walls and compelled to parley with its peculiar mistress. As they become acquainted with...1082false175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-6-the-magic-of-a-yookoohoo--72693793https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693793Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious adventurers find themselves the unwilling guests of a formidable Giantess whose magic, though exercised without ceremony, is both powerful and irrevocable, altering their very forms according to her caprice. Despite their protests...1284false176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-4-the-loons-of-loonville--72693800https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693800Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a weary trio ventures into the mysterious and wild Country of the Gillikins, encountering an encounter with peculiar, round creatures known as the Loons, whose strange nature and customs lead to unexpected captivity. Despite their initial...1238false174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-7-the-lace-apron--72693796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693796Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a small party of enchanted companions, imprisoned within the gloomy confines of a giantess’s castle, devise a daring plan to escape by surreptitiously obtaining a magical apron that alone controls the mysterious doors. The nimble and...497false177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-8-the-menace-of-the-forest--72693798https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693798Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the escaped companions, burdened by their altered shapes and weary from flight, discover a forest where they seek sustenance and safety whilst pondering the means to reverse their enchantments; and in a tense encounter with a jaguar, the...1068false178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-9-the-quarrelsome-dragons--72693799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693799Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Green Monkey finds himself unexpectedly amidst a slumbering tribe of ancient Dragons within a cavern, whose ponderous discourse and fiery breath inspire both awe and alarm. With nimble resourcefulness and a touch of magic, he escapes...684false179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-11-jinjur-s-ranch--72693797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693797Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of curious and afflicted wanderers take refuge in the empty but well-tended house of a young farmer named Jinjur, who, upon her sudden return, mistakes them for wild creatures until their true identities are revealed. Amidst gentle...765false1711fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-10-tommy-kwikstep--72693802https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693802Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party, yearning to return to their true forms and seeking the aid of Glinda the Good Sorceress, journey through the enchanting Munchkin Country and encounter an extraordinary gentleman named Tommy Kwikstep, whose peculiar twenty-legged...866false1710fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-12-ozma-and-dorothy--72693814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693814Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which we are introduced to the enchanted and timeless realm of Oz, where the youthful guardian Ozma and her steadfast friend Dorothy observe, through a magical picture, the curious plight of their transformed companions and resolve to embark on a...707false1712fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-13-the-restoration--72693803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693803Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a company of transformed companions find solace and tentative hope in the presence of the gracious Ozma, who endeavours with gentle magic to restore them to their original forms. Yet amidst these delicate attempts, a singular enchantment...944false1713fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-15-the-man-of-tin--72693808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693808Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman, accompanied by his faithful companions, sets forth into the familiar Munchkin forest on a quest to find his long-lost love, Nimmie Amee, his determination unfaltering despite the years of enchantment that transformed him....801false1715fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-14-the-green-monkey--72693804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693804Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the assembled company witness a curious and solemn magical ritual conducted by Ozma, transforming the sinister Mrs. Yoop into a harmless Green Monkey through a silvered broth that reflects her image, much to the relief and contemplation of...384false1714fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-17-the-workshop-of-ku-klip--72693809https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693809Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of travellers ventures to a once-inhabited cottage now fallen into ruin, and contemplates the absence of its former occupant amid the quiet desolation of the forest. They then find themselves at the workshop of a skilful tinsmith,...408false1717fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-16-captain-fyter--72693806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693806Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a most curious tin gentleman is found rusted and silent in the forest, revealing a tale of love, enchantment, and transformation that intertwines with the familiar figure of the Tin Woodman himself. The two tin men, united by an extraordinary...499false1716fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-18-the-tin-woodman-talks-to-himself--72693812https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693812Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Tin Woodman encounters a most peculiar and somewhat disagreeable remnant of his former self, now residing as a living Head within a cupboard, prompting reflections on identity and memory amidst the curious companionship of friends. They...1256false1718fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-21-polychrome-s-magic--72693807https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693807Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our companions, traversing a charming plain towards a quaint house near Mount Munch, encounter a most perplexing and invisible barrier of solid air—an enchanted wall erected by Nimmie Amee herself to shield her dwelling from intruders. Guided...754false1721fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-19-the-invisible-country--72693811https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693811Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party encounters an enchanted stretch of plain upon which they become invisible and must navigate unseen perils, including the threatening approach of a curious yet hungry beast whose demands lead to an unusual bargain involving the...1588false1719fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-20-over-night--72693813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693813Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious company of travellers, venturing through the serene yet surprising Munchkin Country, stumble upon a quaint homestead occupied by an eccentric porcine couple, whose garden and gentle hospitality offer a brief respite. The scene is...559false1720fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-24-the-curtain-falls--72693815https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693815Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which our travellers, guided by prudence, avoid certain perils on their homeward journey and receive a warm welcome at the Emerald City, where tales of their recent discoveries are recounted with amicable curiosity. Matters of companionship and...275false1724fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-23-through-the-tunnel--72693805https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693805Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a storm approaches, prompting the companions to make a careful decision to avoid becoming trapped within a mysterious barrier and to seek shelter underground, where their diminutive forms are restored for safer passage. As the tempest...381false1723fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-chapter-22-nimmie-amee--72693810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693810Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious reunion of the Tin Woodman and the Tin Soldier with their long-forgotten love, Nimmie Amee, unfolds amidst a peculiar domestic scene featuring a third curious gentleman assembled from their discarded parts. The encounter reveals...662false1722fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-2-the-hawk--72693952https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693952Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the adventurous Kiki Aru escapes across various enchanting lands, experiencing the customs and kindness of different peoples, and discovers the practical difficulties of life outside his magical home. Along the way, he encounters a moral...398false182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-3-two-bad-ones--72693950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693950Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a peculiar and crafty old wanderer named Ruggedo, once a king with a fondness for precious jewels, encounters the fellow traveller Kiki Aru, a boy with the remarkable ability to transform into various creatures, and together they hatch a...980false183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-1-mount-munch--72693951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693951Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious and discontented Kiki Aru, son of the wise and once-magical Bini Aru, uncovers a secret word that grants the power of instant transformation, a remedy to his longing for adventure beyond the steep and secluded Mount Munch. With...763false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-4-conspirators--72693949https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693949Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which two cunning conspirators, each harbouring secret hopes of outwitting the other, devise a plan to cross the perilous Desert to conquer the magical Land of Oz. Their alliance is marked by treachery and wary talks, revealing the peculiar fears...272false184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-6-ozma-s-birthday-presents--72693953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693953Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy considers the perfect birthday gift for Ozma and consults her friends across the Emerald City, including the Patchwork Girl, the Tin Woodman, and the Scarecrow, discovering their varied and charming ideas. Seeking a truly special...1004false186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-5-a-happy-corner-of-oz--72693968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693968Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy, Trot, and the faithful sailor Cap’n Bill seek the aid of the curious Glass Cat to locate a rare and enchanted flower as a birthday gift for the beloved Princess Ozma, set against the radiant and joyous backdrop of the Emerald City....775false185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-7-the-forest-of-gugu--72693961https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693961Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which the vast and mysterious Forest of Gugu, ruled by a wise and fierce leopard king with his council of formidable beasts, is introduced as a wild realm governed by ancient laws and the ever-present possibility of conflict. Here, two cunning...478false187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-8-the-li-mon-eags-make-trouble--72693956https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693956Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:07 +0000Frank BaumIn which two curious creatures, calling themselves Li-Mon-Eags, venture into the forest of Gugu to warn the beasts of an impending threat from the people of Oz, stirring unease and debate among the royal council. With a demonstration of magical power...808false188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-9-the-isle-of-the-magic-flower--72693958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693958Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:07 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot, Cap'n Bill, and the Glass Cat journey through wild forest country to the Gillikin region, camping beneath the stars and preparing to reach a tiny island home to the elusive Magic Flower. Alongside the perils of Kalidahs and the building...809false189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-12-kiki-uses-his-magic--72693971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693971Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Cowardly Lion arrives bravely in a forest ruled by the proud Leopard King, accompanied by Dorothy, the Wizard of Oz, and the Hungry Tiger, sparking curiosity and tension among the gathered beasts. Amidst the confusion, the secretive boy...782false1812fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-10-stuck-fast--72693957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693957Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the brave Trot and her loyal companion Cap’n Bill venture to a strange island to see a most wondrous magical flower, only to find themselves mysteriously rooted to the spot by the enchanted earth beneath their feet. While the cunning Glass...646false1810fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-11-the-beasts-of-the-forest-of-gugu--72693965https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693965Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the great beasts of the Forest of Gugu assemble beneath the leadership of King Leopard Gugu to hear a curious and magical visitor, Ruggedo the Nome, who warns them of a looming threat from the people of Oz and offers a fantastical plan to...601false1811fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-14-the-wizard-learns-the-magic-word--72693966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693966Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the mischievous Kiki Aru and the crafty Nome, disguised as a Li-Mon-Eag, conspire to transform a troop of monkeys into an army of giants using a mysterious Magic Word, while a cunning Fox—actually the Wizard of Oz in another guise—secretly...901false1814fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-15-the-lonesome-duck--72693959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693959Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Trot and Cap’n Bill stand rooted beside a magical flower that grants fruit at their wishes, yet they are unable to free themselves from the Magic Isle’s mysterious enchantment. Their solitude is briefly interrupted by the arrival of the...971false1815fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-13-the-loss-of-the-black-bag--72693969https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693969Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a mysterious Magician with many strange powers transforms the familiar inhabitants of Oz into curious animal shapes, causing much confusion and an earnest search for the lost Black Bag of Magic Tools, which holds the key to reversing the...959false1813fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-18-the-magic-of-the-wizard--72693955https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693955Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a determined little Wizard tries many magical means to free Trot and Cap'n Bill from the enchantment of the Magic Isle, though his powers seem fallibly limited against the mysterious spell. With the brave help of Dorothy and the Cowardly...453false1818fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-16-the-glass-cat-finds-the-black-bag--72693960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693960Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious Glass Cat climbs a tall tree to glimpse the towering enchanted soldiers and cleverly recovers the Wizard’s lost black bag, leading to a bold bargain with Rango the Gray Ape to rescue the transformed monkeys by shrinking some to...872false1816fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-17-a-remarkable-journey--72693963https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693963Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and her companions set out on a daring crossing of tangled forests and winding rivers, guided by the Glass Cat and aided by the Wizard’s magic little axe, in pursuit of their friends trapped upon the fabled Magic Isle. Along the way,...796false1817fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-21-the-college-of-athletic-arts--72693954https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693954Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious party visits the Royal Palace just as Ozma holds court over a dispute involving the College of Athletic Arts, where remarkable Tablets of Learning free students from study but incite rebellion when the inventor’s Square-Meal...359false1821fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-19-dorothy-and-the-bumble-bees--72693962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693962Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and the Wizard contemplate a clever transformation to rescue Trot and Cap’n Bill from the enchanted Magic Isle, resulting in a delightful adventure involving bumblebees and a miraculous flower that blooms in splendid variety....573false1819fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-20-the-monkeys-have-trouble--72693967https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693967Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Wizard and his companions devise a clever contraption to carry a heavy golden flower-pot and encounter mischief among a cage of monkeys and a sly Glass Cat who delights in teasing them. Their journey is interrupted by the playful monkeys’...654false1820fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-23-the-fountain-of-oblivion--72693964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693964Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Wizard and Dorothy recount their recent adventures to Ozma by the Fountain of Oblivion, and together they devise a plan to restore two enchanted beings to their natural forms by employing a magical word and the mysterious waters of the...696false1823fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-oz-chapter-22-ozma-s-birthday-party--72693970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72693970Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the beloved Fairy Ruler Ozma celebrates her birthday with a grand feast in the splendid palace gardens of Oz, welcoming an enchanting assembly of friends and animal companions to share in the joyous festivities. Among the delightful...942false1822fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-2-ozma-and-dorothy--72694068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694068Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Ozma and Dorothy set forth on a journey towards the distant northwest of Oz, encountering an enchanting yet perilous spider-web prison guarded by a retinue of formidable purple spiders. With quick wit and the aid of a creature...906false192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-1-the-call-to-duty--72694069https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694069Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Glinda the Good Sorceress welcomes Princess Ozma and Dorothy to her splendid palace and together they discover troubling news of distant, unknown peoples called the Skeezers and the Flatheads, whose brewing conflict poses a challenge to the...1280false191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-3-the-mist-maidens--72694074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694074Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Ozma and Dorothy encounter a mysterious valley filled with dense mist that obscures the path before them, prompting Ozma to summon the ethereal Mist Maids—fairy beings who dwell within the rolling clouds. These delicate, mist-clad...281false193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-6-flathead-mountain--72694072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694072Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which two young visitors are led to the summit of a rocky mountain to meet the intriguing and cunning ruler of the Flatheads, a peculiar people who carry their brains in tins and harbour a bitter grudge against their neighbours, the Skeezers. The...1016false196fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-5-the-magic-stairway--72694073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694073Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and Ozma journey towards a steep, flat-topped mountain inhabited by the peculiar Flatheads, encountering an invisible magical wall and a winding staircase that tests their wits and patience. The curious mountain folk, with their...677false195fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-4-the-magic-tent--72694075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694075Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Dorothy and Ozma journey across a fragrant, flower-strewn plain beneath a towering, flat-topped hill, making camp as night falls and marvel at the wondrous magic that conjures their comfortable tent and sumptuous feast. Amidst gentle...482false194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-7-the-magic-isle--72694071https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694071Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the resourceful Ozma and Dorothy use invisibility to make a daring escape from the clutches of the Flathead Supreme Dictator, eluding capture by means both clever and fortuitous. They afterwards discover the radiant Magic Isle upon the Lake...420false197fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-9-lady-aurex--72694091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694091Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Ozma and Dorothy are led to a marble house in the Skeezers’ village, where they learn from the Lady Aurex of the dark reign of Queen Coo-ee-oh and the fearful tension between the Skeezers and the Flatheads. Through whispered confidences freed...815false199fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-8-queen-coo-ee-oh--72694070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694070Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Ozma and Dorothy signal the Skeezers and are drawn across a remarkable steel bridge to the island’s gleaming dome, where they find a beautiful yet solemn people ruled by the proud and formidable Queen Coo-ee-oh. Despite Ozma’s...847false198fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-12-the-diamond-swan--72694076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694076Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the once-mighty Queen Coo-ee-oh of the Skeezers has been transformed into a sparkling Diamond Swan, leaving her people stranded beneath the lake with no way to raise their island, and Princess Ozma and Dorothy wrestle with the challenge of...989false1912fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-10-under-water--72694077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694077Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the island of the Skeezers is submerged beneath a glass dome to prepare for an impending attack, revealing wondrous underwater wonders and secretive magical defences. Within this strange and shifting scene, Dorothy and Ozma observe the tense...555false1910fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-11-the-conquest-of-the-skeezers--72694079https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694079Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a magical transformation befalls Queen Coo-ee-oh, turning her into a sparkling Diamond Swan whose enchanted state renders her both resplendent and powerless upon the lake. The victorious Flatheads, led by the gleeful Su-dic, revel in their...365false1911fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-14-ozma-s-counsellors--72694080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694080Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Princess Ozma summons her most singular and devoted council—a diverse assembly of enchanted beings and loyal friends—to devise a plan for the rescue of her and Dorothy from a mysterious plight. As they deliberate the perplexities of...738false1914fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-15-the-great-sorceress--72694084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694084Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious rescue party, led by the Cowardly Lion and accompanied by the clever yet vain Glass Cat, sets out through the perilous Great Gillikin Forest, where the dangers of wild beasts loom ever near. Amidst their cautious journey, the...872false1915fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-13-the-alarm-bell--72694087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694087Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Glinda the Good, attentive to her many duties and magical studies, receives alarming news that Ozma and Dorothy are imprisoned beneath a sunken island ruled by transformed rulers, prompting her earnest efforts to devise a rescue. Realising...434false1913fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-17-under-the-great-dome--72694082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694082Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Glinda and her companions approach the lake concealing the sunken Magic Isle of the Skeezers and encounter the transformed Queen Coo-ce-oh, who, now a diamond-studded swan, has forgotten her sinister witchcraft. Seeking a way to rescue their...892false1917fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-16-the-enchanted-fishes--72694081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694081Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which four Skeezers, left adrift on a lake after a magical transformation, encounter three mysterious fish who reveal themselves to be betrayed Adepts, and request Ervic’s faithful assistance in a curious quest. With a silver cord and a poisoned...625false1916fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-18-the-cleverness-of-ervic--72694090https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694090Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a brave young man named Ervic confronts the mysterious and ever-changing Yookoohoo, Reera the Red, in her eerie cottage, demonstrating calm resolve amidst her magical creatures and transformations. Their curious conversation and mutual...1101false1918fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-20-a-puzzling-problem--72694083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694083Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Glinda the Good uses her magical talents, aided by the little Wizard of Oz, to command a stranded submarine and attempt to reach the sunken island where friends are held captive, yet they find themselves thwarted by a mysterious marble door...795false1920fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-19-red-reera-the-yookoohoo--72694078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694078Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Skeezer Ervic cautiously negotiates with Reera the Yookoohoo to transform his three enchanted fishes into beautiful, magically adept young women, revealing her true and captivating form. As they share a joyful feast and exchange earnest...764false1919fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-21-the-three-adepts--72694089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694089Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Glinda the Good, upon meeting three mysterious maidens who reveal themselves as former Adepts transformed into fishes, contemplates a plan to overcome an enchantment that has sunk an island beneath a lake. With the inventive suggestion of a...585false1921fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-24-glinda-s-triumph--72694085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694085Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Princess Ozma graciously restores peace and rightful leadership to the Skeezers, and then, with the aid of Glinda and the Adepts, treads carefully into the domain of the Flatheads to remedy their peculiar plight. Through gentle sorcery and...480false1924fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-23-the-magic-words--72694086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694086Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the company explores the Room of Magic and uncovers the remarkable mechanism by which the island rises and falls, revealing a great steel pillar supported by a mysterious magical powder. Through thoughtful deduction and experimentation, they...597false1923fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glinda-of-oz-chapter-22-the-sunken-island--72694088https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694088Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Glinda, the Wizard, and the three Adepts, aided by loyal friends, perform a wondrous incantation to reveal the submerged island and descend into its secretive depths to meet the imprisoned Skeezers and devise a plan for their rescue. Within...533false1922fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-3-the-queen-of-quok--72694165https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694165Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young king inherits a kingdom stripped of riches and faces an unwanted marriage auction imposed by greedy courtiers, while discovering a secret aid hidden within his royal bedstead. With newfound magical means, he resolves to regain control...1090false203fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-2-the-glass-dog--72694166https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694166Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which an ingenious wizard, weary of daily intrusions, commissions a glass-blower to create a remarkable pink glass dog that can bark and guard his quiet study. Meanwhile, the glass-blower’s cleverness and a single drop of magical medicine draw him...926false202fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-1-the-box-of-robbers--72694163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694163Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a curious little girl, left alone in a grand house, discovers a mysterious chest in the attic that unexpectedly contains three notorious Italian bandits, who must grapple with their new life in America. With gentle wit and earnest...1017false201fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-5-the-enchanted-types--72694164https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694164Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a restless knook named Popopo ventures among the sleeping city streets, discovering the troubling fashion of birds used to adorn women’s hats and unintentionally causes distress to their milliner owner by setting the stuffed birds free....721false205fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-4-the-girl-who-owned-a-bear--72694167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694167Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a little girl named Jane Gladys is left alone with a mysterious visitor who leaves her a mysterious book from which lively and comical characters, including a fearsome grizzly bear, escape. The inhabitants of the book quarrel among themselves...829false204fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-6-the-laughing-hippopotamus--72694174https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694174Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young hippopotamus named Keo, the jolliest of his ancient tribe, finds himself caught in a precarious bargain with a clever black villager, leading to a year of suspense and preparation. With the aid of the mighty and mysterious Glinkomok,...1068false206fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-9-the-wonderful-pump--72694169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694169Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a kind-hearted woman, living in earnest toil on a barren New England farm, encounters a miraculous talking beetle whose promise leads her and her husband to unimagined fortune from a well they dig upon their rocky hill. Yet, this newfound...1113false209fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-7-the-magic-bon-bons--72694172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694172Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young lady visits a learned chemist to purchase miraculous bonbons promising to grant her all the talents of a stage artiste, only for these enchanted sweets to change hands and affect an unsuspecting household in most unexpected ways. The...749false207fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-8-the-capture-of-father-time--72694173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694173Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young cowboy named Jim, practicing his lasso in a quiet country field, unexpectedly captures Father Time himself, halting all motion in the world and causing a suspension of daily life. Jim, amused and mischievous, explores the curious...869false208fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-11-the-king-of-the-polar-bears--72694171https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694171Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a noble and wise King of the Polar Bears, known for his strength and kindness to the gulls that follow him, faces a cruel encounter with men that strips him of his magnificent coat, only to be tenderly aided by his feathered friends. Despite...565false2011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-10-the-dummy-that-lived--72694168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694168Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a mischievous fairy grants life to a wax dummy in a bustling department store, setting her on a curious and bewildering adventure through the city streets. The newly animated figure, innocent and unversed in the ways of the world, encounters...869false2010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-fairy-tales-story-12-the-mandarin-and-the-butterfly--72694170https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694170Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a cross and disagreeable mandarin, banished to America, attempts to gain revenge on mocking children with the aid of a stolen book of magic and a beautiful butterfly companion. The butterfly, endowed with whimsical cunning and a tender heart,...800false2012fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-1-beth-receives-an-invitation--72694567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694567Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the narrative opens upon a fresh canvass, inviting the reader’s curiosity with the promise of unfolding tales and character introductions yet to be made. The setting and mood are gently established, allowing the imagination to wander and...644false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-3-patsy--72694568https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694568Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young lady of seventeen, poised between the hardships of her modest upbringing and the promise of genteel society, contemplates a delicate family legacy involving a reclusive and wealthy aunt she has never met. Amidst whispered hopes and...533false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-2-mother-and-daughter--72694569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694569Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a modest family in Cloverton receives a surprising letter inviting young Elizabeth De Graf to visit her wealthy Aunt Jane at Elmhurst, stirring hopes and tensions over the prospect of an inheritance. Amidst familial disputes and the girl's...708false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-4-louise-makes-a-discovery--72694570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694570Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a spirited young lady named Patricia shares a cheerful dinner with her doting father, Major Doyle, celebrating her newfound success as a hairdresser while planning a well-earned holiday for him. Their humble delight is quietly interrupted by...403false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-6-the-boy--72694571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694571Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the ailing Miss Jane Merrick contemplates her imminent departure from this world while tending lovingly to her cherished garden, reflecting on the arrival of her nieces as potential heirs to her estate. Amidst her sharp exchanges with her old...581false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-5-aunt-jane--72694586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694586Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the spirited Louise Merrick discovers a sharp-edged letter from a sombre cousin, Patricia Doyle, declining their wealthy Aunt Jane's invitation, revealing the tangled threads of family rivalry and fortune. With the promise of a genteel...603false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-8-the-diplomat--72694572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694572Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the ailing Jane Merrick suffers a paralytic stroke, yet maintains a stern resolve to shape her affairs, while welcoming her poised niece Elizabeth De Graf to the stately Elmhurst, where uneasy first impressions are exchanged amidst the...447false218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-7-the-first-warning--72694576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694576Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a solitary and neglected young man named Kenneth Forbes dwells in the shadowed wing of the grand Elmhurst estate, harbouring a wary resentment toward his austere guardian and the looming presence of her forthcoming heirs. An old lawyer and...538false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-9-cousins--72694577https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694577Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Aunt Jane Merrick, a stern but tender-hearted woman devoted to her beloved garden, awaits the arrival of her niece Louise at Elmhurst, noting with suspicion the young lady’s fondness for flowers and gracious demeanour. The quiet but pointed...851false219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-10-the-man-with-the-bundle--72694573https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694573Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Cousins Elizabeth and Louise meet for the first time at Elmhurst, cautiously sizing one another up amid unspoken suspicions and tentative attempts at friendship, as they discuss their uncertain prospects regarding their aunt's favour and...805false2110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-11-the-mad-gardener--72694574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694574Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the steady routine of Elmhurst is gently upended by the arrival of two young ladies, stirring both curiosity and consternation in the household’s more reserved occupants, notably the taciturn Kenneth Forbes. Along a sunlit road, destiny...1085false2111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-12-uncle-john-gets-acquainted--72694585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694585Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the gentle and practical Beth contrasts sharply with her spirited cousin Louise as they navigate the quiet grandeur of Elmhurst, forging unexpected friendships among its peculiar residents. Meanwhile, Aunt Jane, with keen interest and a touch...869false2112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-13-the-other-niece--72694575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694575Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the curious arrival of Uncle John Merrick introduces a candid new voice amidst the household, while the girls uncover the presence of a mysterious young relative whose troubled reputation complicates the family affairs. The evening concludes...926false2113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-14-kenneth-is-frightened--72694580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694580Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the spirited Patricia Merrick arrives at Elmhurst and candidly declares her independence from her wealthy aunt’s expectations, forging an unconventional and honest connection despite their differences. Meanwhile, the arrival of the stern yet...787false2114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-15-patsy-meets-with-an-accident--72694589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694589Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the household at Elmhurst adjusts to the waning strength of Aunt Jane, revealing the various temperaments and tensions among her nieces, as well as the curious reclusiveness of young Kenneth. Gentle bonds and subtle rivalries intertwine amid...451false2115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-16-good-results--72694579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694579Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a daring rescue unfolds upon a precarious rooftop plank when Patsy bravely saves a boy teetering perilously above the pavement, demonstrating both courage and strength beyond expectation. Yet in the midst of triumph, a sudden misstep leads to...975false2116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-17-aunt-jane-s-heiress--72694581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694581Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which a sudden and tragic accident befalls Patricia, rallying the family to her bedside and revealing unexpected depths of character among the cousins as they tend to her recovery. Meanwhile, Kenneth's artistic talents and growing bond with...720false2117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-18-patricia-speaks-frankly--72694582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694582Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Aunt Jane resolutely arranges her affairs with the aid of her lawyer, bequeathing the bulk of her estate to her spirited niece Patricia, despite some disagreements and the delicate dynamics among her relatives. As the season unfolds at...617false2118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-19-duplicity--72694583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694583Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Aunt Jane gathers her nieces and relatives to reveal the final disposition of her estate, much to the surprise and varied emotions of all present. A poignant family history unfolds, marked by past misunderstandings, regrets, and a heartfelt...679false2119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-20-in-the-garden--72694584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694584Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which Aunt Jane, weakened and weary, entreats Patricia to reconsider her refusal of the inheritance, sparking a spirited debate on justice and loyalty between them; despite Aunt Jane's stubbornness, Patricia remains resolute in her desire to see...303false2120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-21-reading-the-will--72694595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694595Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the devoted Patricia seeks to ease her aunt’s days with cheerful companionship, yet grows uneasy over the repeated delays in formalising a certain important document. Ultimately, a sudden and somber discovery in the quiet garden brings a...586false2121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-22-james-tells-a-strange-story--72694578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694578Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Aunt Jane's funeral passes with little mourning from neighbours, setting the stage for the reading of her much-anticipated will that unexpectedly reveals her final caprice and the true terms of her legacy. The nieces and Kenneth grapple with...619false2122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-23-patsy-adopts-an-uncle--72694591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694591Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the old gardener James, revived from madness by recent grief, reveals the existence of a final will made by the late Tom Bradley on the very brink of death, entrusting his estate to his beloved Jane Merrick. With careful search and a stroke...493false2123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-24-home-again--72694593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694593Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the young people gather to discuss the unexpected aftermath of Aunt Jane’s will, discovering that the true inheritance lies with Kenneth Forbes, and the once seemingly grand fortune dissolves into humbler realities. Amidst the shifting...616false2124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-27-louise-makes-a-discovery--72694588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694588Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Miss Patricia Doyle, Major Doyle, and Uncle John are bestowed with a mysterious gift of luxurious apartments, complete with a maid and all comforts, sparking both bewilderment and delight. Their cautious exploration of this unexpected boon...542false2127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-25-uncle-john-acts-queerly--72694594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694594Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the cheerful Major eagerly welcomes Patsy and Uncle John to their modest new home, sharing humorous tales and warm affection to lighten their humble surroundings. Together, they settle into cosy quarters with affectionate plans for daily...562false2125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-26-a-bunch-of-keys--72694592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694592Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John ventures into the bustling city streets with a modest sum, encountering bankers and indulging in fine fare despite his humble appearance, all the while maintaining a quiet composure and contemplative air. He shares simple joys and...1014false2126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-28-patsy-loses-her-job--72694587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694587Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which the venerable Uncle John pays a modest call upon his niece Louise Merrick in her fashionable flat, discovering her cautious but warm hospitality amidst modest means and delicate family finances. Meanwhile, Louise learns from curious...577false2128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-chapter-29-the-major-demands-an-explanation--72694590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72694590Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Frank BaumIn which the humble Doyle family settles into a charming new home filled with elegant furnishings far beyond their expectations, and peculiar changes unfold as Patsy loses her job but soon gains private tutors arranged by an unseen benefactor, while...606false2129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-1-prefatory-the-doyles-are-astonished--73629743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629743Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the quiet Sunday afternoon in Miss Patricia Doyle’s cosy flat is enlivened by the sudden announcement of an impending European adventure, much to the mixture of excitement and concern among family members. Uncle John’s whimsical determination...775false221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-2-uncle-john-makes-plans--73629745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629745Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John, newly wealthy and keen on spreading joy, surprises his nieces with an unexpected proposal for a grand European voyage, convincing them and their varied households to prepare for the adventure. The discussions about the trip reveal...741false222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-3-all-ashore--73629746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629746Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the complex and somewhat sombre Beth De Graf prepares to embark on a much-anticipated European voyage with her cousins, leaving behind a household filled with discord but rare moments of tenderness. Amidst bustling preparations and...754false223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-4-some-new-acquaintances-and-a-warning--73629748https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629748Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Merrick party embarks upon their ocean voyage to Europe, enjoying attentive service and lively social encounters aboard ship, while curious observers and companions pique the girls’ interest with varied conversations. Their excitement...1141false224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-5-vesuvius-rampant--73629749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629749Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the passengers aboard a ship anchored near Vesuvius endure a haunting night under a sky thick with volcanic ash, their attention riveted by the fiery spectacle of the mountain's eruption and the ominous glow of molten lava descending its...203false225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-6-under-a-cloud--73629751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629751Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party arrives in Naples to find the city blanketed in volcanic ash and its inhabitants strangely indifferent to the disaster unfolding around them, leading to a mix of discomfort, curiosity, and cautious optimism. Uncle John, vigilant and...966false226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-7-a-friend-in-need--73629752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629752Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John Merrick seeks counsel from the gallant Colonel Angeli amid the ominous ash and rumblings of Vesuvius, securing both reassurances and a championed safeguard for his dear nieces during their stay in Naples. The ever-watchful Italian...397false227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-8-across-the-bay--73629754https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629754Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John and his nieces find themselves enduring the sombre and dusty reign of Vesuvius’s eruption in Naples, struggling against the ash and gloom while trying to maintain spirits with genteel conversation and card games. Their fortunes...468false228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-9-count-ferralti--73629757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629757Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Merricks attend a lively Tarantella dance and encounter a charming young Italian gentleman whose noble title soon comes under scrutiny. Amidst picturesque Sorrento scenes and spirited local customs, Uncle John quietly investigates,...577false229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-10-the-road-to-amalfi--73629758https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629758Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a lively party contends with persistent cabmen in Sorrento before embarking on a famously scenic but perilously narrow coastal drive to Amalfi, encountering sudden, tempestuous weather that tests their courage and resourcefulness. Amidst the...943false2210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-11-the-eagle-screams--73629760https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629760Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers enjoy the gentle pleasures of Sorrento's gardens and orchards, observe the effects of a recent volcanic eruption with a mix of awe and sympathy, and experience the peculiar challenges of Naples, including a curious and rather...924false2211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-12-moving-on--73629762https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629762Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Merrick party receives a tempting invitation to visit the picturesque Sicilian town of Taormina, nestled beneath the ever-active Mount Etna, and make their voyage amid the marvels and mild perils of Mediterranean volcanoes. Their arrival...1510false2212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-13-il-duca--73629764https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629764Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers discover the ancient charms of Taormina and encounter the enigmatic Signor Valdi, a duke whose shadowy presence and secretive nature spark curiosity and caution among their party. Amidst the quaint streets and classical ruins,...1190false2213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-14-uncle-john-disappears--73629765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629765Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John delights in the rugged charm of Taormina and its welcoming inhabitants, yet a mysterious disappearance casts a shadow over the picturesque landscape. His nieces, left to grapple with uneasy suspicions and the harsh realities of...1159false2214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-15-days-of-anxiety--73629767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629767Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the nieces endure a night filled with anxious prayers and simmering indignation over their beloved uncle’s mysterious disappearance, while the arrival of a concerned lawyer and his young ward brings a determined, if futile, search through...629false2215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-16-tato--73629769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629769Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John, wandering the ancient mountain paths of Sicily, encounters a mysterious boy named Tato who leads him to a hidden valley and a secret passage within the rocky landscape. The verdant seclusion and sudden disappearance of his guide...552false2216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-17-the-hidden-valley--73629771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629771Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John Merrick, caught in a wilderness valley by the cunning and mysterious Il Duca, must navigate a delicate parley amid ancient relics and veiled threats in a secluded Sicilia retreat. The atmosphere is one of quiet menace punctuated by...1012false2217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-18-the-guests-of-the-brigand--73629772https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629772Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John encounters the strangely battered and captive Ferralti, whose mysterious status and dealings with the grim Duke gradually unfold amid a curious household marked by a silent duchess and peculiar attendants. Over a meal and subdued...1017false2218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-19-a-difficult-position--73629773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629773Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John takes a reflective stroll through a sunlit Sicilian valley, encountering a candid doctor who reveals the grim reality of their captivity and the ruthless nature of their captor, the Duke; meanwhile, young Ferralti wrestles with the...652false2219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-21-the-pit--73629776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629776Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a tense luncheon reveals the fearful respect commanded by the fierce old Duchessa and the determined efforts of her son and companions to secure a ransom, while the spirited little Tato navigates the tangled loyalties of the household. The...644false2221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-20-uncle-john-plays-eavesdropper--73629774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629774Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John confronts the futility of escape from his treacherous captivity and discovers a secret garden where overheard family strife reveals the fractious spirit and fading power of his captors. Observing the deep divisions among the...767false2220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-22-news-at-last--73629777https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629777Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the young and spirited Kenneth Forbes, having adjusted to his new fortune, lends his eager energy to the search for their missing uncle in the Sicilian hills, only to receive mysterious letters delivered by a delicate and secretive child that...887false2222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-24-patsy-s-new-friend--73629779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629779Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the young conspirators arrange their daring plan with a mixture of resolve and youthful bravado, entrusting Patsy with a delicate role that requires both courage and guile. As Patsy walks with the earnest and conflicted Tato beneath the...612false2224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-23-beth-begins-to-plot--73629778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629778Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the young American cousins and Kenneth quietly hatch a careful plan involving the mysterious Tato, a spirited Sicilian girl who deftly navigates the secretive mountain paths in boy's clothing to aid her family. Kenneth’s watchful eye follows...478false2223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-25-turning-the-tables--73629780https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629780Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a tense and daring confrontation unfolds on a rocky hillside, where courage and quick thinking hold sway against the brigand’s threats and cunning. The young ladies, resolute and unfaltering, wield their revolvers with remarkable precision,...491false2225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-26-the-count-unmasks--73629781https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629781Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party returns safely to Taormina, where tales of narrow escape and brave deeds mingle with revelations of concealed identities and heartfelt confessions. Amidst gentle reproaches and warm embraces, Uncle John sets firm boundaries on...668false2226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-27-tato-is-adopted--73629783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629783Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party deliberates their forthcoming journey, and unexpectedly receives a visit from Il Duca, the once fearsome brigand, who brings with him a plea for friendship and a wish to secure a better life for his daughter Tato. With gentle...471false2227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-30-a-way-to-forget--73629787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629787Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party grapples with feelings of betrayal and loss, attempts to embrace the cultural treasures of Italy, and Uncle John develops a comical aversion to cathedrals that reshapes their sightseeing habits; amid lively debates on art and...441false2230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-28-dreams-and-dress-making--73629785https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629785Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers, having embraced the sweet companionship of little Tato now adorned in finery, journey from the sunlit warmth of Taormina to the historic and blossoming gardens of Syracuse, where the grandeur of ancient times meets the gentle...809false2228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-29-tato-wins--73629786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629786Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which the sudden and mysterious disappearance of Tato, the spirited Sicilian girl, sets the family awhirl with concern and conjecture, only to be illuminated by a candid and audacious letter revealing her true nature and intentions. The narrative...539false2229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-abroad-chapter-31-safe-home--73629788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629788Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John and the girls return to New York, greeted warmly by friends and family, with the familiar sight of the Statue of Liberty marking the end of their adventurous journey abroad. There is much joy and reunion as they gather to share...147false2231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-1-introducing-mumbles--73634082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634082Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Major Doyle frets anxiously over his missing daughter Patsy, only to have the cause of his concern revealed in the form of a drenched, scruffy little dog named Mumbles, rescued from cruel treatment on the streets of New York. The household,...696false231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-3-myrtle-dean--73634084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634084Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the well-bred and kindly Mr. Merrick and his nieces encounter a fragile young girl named Myrtle Dean during their journey westward, whose sad plight and uncertain future evoke their compassion and provoke thoughtful plans for her care....1209false233fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-2-uncle-john-s-idea--73634083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634083Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John, feeling the weight of winter's gloom, resolves to brighten their spirits with a grand journey westward, much to the Major's sceptical dismay and Patsy's eager delight. The plan unfolds with talk of railway stops, mountain tours,...746false232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-4-an-interesting-protege--73634085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634085Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which a kind-hearted uncle and his nieces determine to aid a frail and friendless young lady, providing her with crutches and a promise of a better future under their care, while preparing for an adventurous journey westward in a newly acquired...922false234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-5-a-wonder-on-wheels--73634087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634087Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the amiable Major Doyle shares lively banter with Uncle John and the nieces as they prepare for a grand automobile journey, complete with ingenious modifications and a spirited chauffeur named Wampus. The party eagerly anticipates their...481false235fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-6-wampus-speeds--73634088https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634088Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party arrives in the quaint and historic town of Albuquerque, where the invigorating mountain air and the lively presence of local Indians provide a charming introduction to the West. They meet their daring chauffeur Wampus, whose...860false236fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-7-the-chauffeur-improves--73634089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634089Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a leisurely journey through the rugged West brings the party to the Continental Divide and a quaint town where local colour and caution mingle beneath the sunset glow. An unexpected encounter with a threatening stranger is deftly resolved by...526false237fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-8-among-the-indians--73634090https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634090Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which little Myrtle blossoms into a bright and cheerful companion amid the affectionate camaraderie of her new friends, while the party embarks on a camping adventure beside the Moki pueblo to witness a mysterious and ancient Snake Dance. The men...709false238fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-9-nature-s-masterpiece--73634091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634091Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Frank BaumIn which a journey through rugged trails leads the party to the majestic Grand Canyon, where rain and darkness give way to a breathtaking sunrise that fills the heart with awe and wonder. Amid the vastness and colour of the canyon, a silent, sorrowful...712false239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-10-a-coyote-seranade--73634094https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634094Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of travellers journey through the wild, arid expanses of Arizona, encountering the sparse settlements of English remittance men and enduring the hardships of rough roads and mechanical mishaps. Their evening camp is serenaded by the...823false2310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-11-a-real-adventure-at-last--73634095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634095Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a wintery dawn finds Uncle John and his party breaking camp and setting forth on a rugged mesa road, only to be confronted by a group of insolent remittance men who violently oppose their passage. Despite the scoundrels' machinations and an...673false2311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-12-captured--73634097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634097Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a party of disreputable yet strangely convivial exiles claim the ladies and their escorts as unwilling guests at a bachelor’s ranch known as Hades, where a peculiar dance and luncheon are proposed with both threat and jest. Within the...976false2312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-15-the-romance-of-dan-l--73634100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634100Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers seek shelter for the night in a diminutive yet cosy bungalow belonging to Dan'l, an ageing German musician who recounts with a mixture of pride and sorrow his faded glory and betrayed past. As Dan'l enchants his guests with...483false2315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-13-the-fiddler--73634098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634098Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the charming but dissolute Tim reveals the peculiar burdens of his aristocratic upbringing, as the girls find themselves uncomfortably immersed in the boisterous and lawless world of the remittance men’s dance, constrained within a...863false2313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-14-the-escape--73634099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634099Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the prisoners bravely plan a lively dance at Hades Ranch, insisting on the surrender of arms to ensure a peaceful gathering, much to the remittance men's reluctant consent. Amidst spirited preparations and an unexpected escape, the company...749false2314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-17-yellow-poppies--73634102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634102Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the travellers cross from Arizona into the enchanting and sun-kissed landscapes of California, observing the blossoming poppies and fragrant orange groves that herald a gentler climate and the promise of recovery for a dear companion. They...468false2317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-18-the-silent-man--73634103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634103Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the Merrick family arrives at the splendid Hotel del Coronado, where nature's beauty and the comforts of civilisation meld in a charming coastal setting, and they encounter a solitary, melancholy guest whose somber presence stirs concern...652false2318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-16-lodging-at-spotville--73634101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634101Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party rises at dawn to greet the fresh country air and resiliently endures a humble lodging in the rustic town of Spotville, where the simple fare and rough surroundings offer a quaint taste of frontier life. With Wampus wisely choosing...618false2316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-19-three-times--73634104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634104Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a young girl, navigating the sprawling maze of the Hotel del Coronado, discovers a despairing man overcome with weariness towards life and courageously intervenes to disarm his resolve. Through gentle conversation and the sharing of her own...673false2319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-20-on-point-loma--73634105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634105Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a mysterious gentleman named Mr. Jones delivers an unexpected gift of exquisite roses to Myrtle, sparking a hopeful change in his sombre demeanour that draws the gentle concern of the party. Together they explore the captivating vistas of...794false2320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-21-a-tale-of-woe--73634107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634107Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which a mysterious gentleman reveals himself to be Myrtle's long-lost uncle, sharing a tale of love, betrayal, and hardship that casts a new light upon the girl's circumstances. The evening closes with a hopeful air as bonds of family and affection...557false2321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-and-uncle-john-chapter-22-the-confession--73634108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73634108Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the party enjoys the delights of Southern California and a quiet evening at a beautifully decorated banquet room marks a heartwarming revelation regarding Mr. Jones’ true identity and his devotion to Myrtle. This newfound family connection...467false2322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-at-millville-chapter-2-the-agent--73636042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636042Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Frank BaumIn which the enterprising Mr. John Merrick, determined to enjoy a genteel rural holiday, takes matters into his own hands to prepare his newly acquired Millville farm, despite the skeptical and somewhat rough-hewn assistance of the local real estate...383false242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-at-millville-chapter-1-uncle-john-s-farm--73636040https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636040Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which Uncle John Merrick, a kindly and retired millionaire, learns of his unexpected ownership of a neglected farm in Millville, acquired as security for a failed loan to an earnest young inventor. As the conversation unfolds over dinner with Major...776false241fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aunt-jane-s-nieces-at-millville-chapter-3-millville-hears-exciting-news--73636043https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636043Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Frank BaumIn which the quaint and secluded village of Millville buzzes with curiosity and cautious anticipation over the arrival of a wealthy and eccentric new landowner, prompting local tradesmen and townsfolk to rally in preparation for his summer sojourn....1103false243full