https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sword-maker--6889487enFictionCopyright Short Storieshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ff430771ed41c5f7d7dccca7f11bac6b.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sword-maker--6889487Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:25:29 +0000Robert BarrShort Storiesspreaker29@adfreesounds.comIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...falsebad204e5-e7ef-54ff-b0df-c85a22a28777episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-practical-view-of-the-prevailing-religious-system-of-professed-christians-william-wilberforce--74449241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74449241Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:55 +0000Robert BarrWilliam Wilberforce's "A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians" offers a critical examination of the faith practiced by many during his time, addressing the disconnect between professed beliefs and genuine Christian...32708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-path-of-the-alphabet-frances-jermain--74403719https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74403719Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:40 +0000Robert BarrIn the Path of the Alphabet-Frances Jermain invites listeners into a world where the intricacies of language and communication unfold. This thought-provoking narrative explores the profound connections between letters and meaning, revealing how the...13021falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/h-m-s-pinafore-or-the-lass-that-loved-a-sailor-w-s-gilbert--74326240https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74326240Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000Robert BarrH.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor by W. S. Gilbert is a delightful operetta that explores themes of love, class, and loyalty through the lens of a comedic naval setting. The story follows the romantic entanglements aboard a British...3773falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-house-cecile-tormay--74278087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74278087Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000Robert BarrOld House by Cécile Tormay invites listeners into a richly woven narrative that explores the complexities of home, memory, and the passage of time. With its evocative prose, the story delves into the emotional resonance of a house that serves as a...24150falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nobody-s-boy-hector-malot--74165297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74165297Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:18 +0000Robert BarrNobody's Boy by Hector Malot is a poignant tale that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the enduring bonds of love. The story follows a young boy's journey as he navigates the challenges of life without a family, seeking connection and...33782falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/romance-of-a-mummy-and-egypt-theophile-gautier--74111928https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74111928Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:50 +0000Robert Barr"Romance of a Mummy and Egypt" by Théophile Gautier invites listeners into a captivating exploration of ancient Egypt through the lens of romance and mystery. This timeless tale weaves together themes of love, desire, and the allure of the past,...26508falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/autobiography-of-phineas-pett-phineas-pett--74067427https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74067427Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:38 +0000Robert BarrThe "Autobiography of Phineas Pett" offers a unique glimpse into the life of a historical figure whose experiences and insights resonate through time. As a sword maker, Pett's narrative delves into the craftsmanship, dedication, and artistry involved...33416falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/germania-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74016935https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74016935Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:50 +0000Robert BarrGermania by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a compelling exploration of the customs, tribes, and landscapes of ancient Germany, providing a vivid contrast to Roman society. Tacitus's keen observations reveal not only the complexities of these tribes...4195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-sides-to-every-question-from-a-south-australian-standpoint-maud-jean-franc--73965030https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73965030Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Robert Barr"Two Sides To Every Question From A South Australian Standpoint" by Maud Jean Franc delves into the complexities of perspective, inviting listeners to explore the nuanced nature of inquiry and understanding. This thought-provoking work encourages a...17426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aitreya-aranyaka-upanishad-unknown--73912017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73912017Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:55 +0000Robert BarrThe Aitreya-Aranyaka Upanishad presents profound philosophical insights that explore the nature of existence, consciousness, and the ultimate reality. This ancient text delves into the relationship between the individual self and the universal spirit,...11093falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-020-various--73816214https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73816214Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:11 +0000Robert BarrOne-Act Play Collection 020-Various presents an engaging array of concise theatrical works that showcase the creativity and diversity of one-act plays. This collection invites listeners to experience a range of themes and emotions, making it a perfect...20475falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cradock-nowell-vol-3-richard-doddridge-blackmore--73778674https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73778674Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:17 +0000Robert Barr"Cradock Nowell Vol. 3" by Richard Doddridge Blackmore continues the captivating saga set in the picturesque English countryside, exploring themes of loyalty, honor, and the complexities of human relationships. As the narrative unfolds, listeners are...29673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bill-biddon-trapper-edward-s-ellis--73743763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73743763Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:36 +0000Robert Barr"Bill Biddon, Trapper" by Edward S. Ellis invites listeners into the rugged world of a skilled trapper navigating the challenges of nature and survival. This captivating tale explores themes of resilience, adventure, and the human spirit's connection...18211falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/h-m-s-pinafore-or-the-lass-that-loved-a-sailor-w-s-gilbert--73716458https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73716458Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:10 +0000Robert BarrH.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor by W. S. Gilbert is a delightful comic opera that explores themes of love, social class, and the absurdities of naval life. The story centers around the romantic entanglements aboard a British warship,...3773falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ram-alley-or-merry-tricks-by-lording-barry-lording-barry--73694390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73694390Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:01 +0000Robert Barr"Ram Alley, or Merry Tricks" by Lording Barry-Lording Barry invites listeners into a world filled with wit, humor, and the lively spirit of merriment. This engaging work captures the essence of playful deception and the joyful tricks that enliven...9072falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unmasking-of-robert-houdin-harry-houdini--73669771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73669771Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:59:12 +0000Robert Barr"Unmasking of Robert-Houdin-Harry Houdini" delves into the intriguing legacy of two legendary figures in the world of magic, exploring the profound connections between Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin, the father of modern magic, and his illustrious protégé,...17413falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lift-luck-on-southern-roads-tickner-edwardes--73645481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73645481Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:33:05 +0000Robert BarrLift-Luck on Southern Roads by Tickner Edwardes invites listeners on a journey through the rich tapestry of Southern landscapes and experiences. This evocative narrative captures the essence of life's unpredictability and the serendipitous moments...34683falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/katha-upanishad-unknown--73607586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73607586Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:49:24 +0000Robert BarrThe Katha Upanishad is a profound philosophical text that delves into the nature of existence, the self, and the ultimate reality. It presents a dialogue between a young seeker and Yama, the god of death, exploring themes of life, knowledge, and the...2534falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-history-of-england-g-k-chesterton--73570709https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73570709Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:59:06 +0000Robert Barr"Short History of England" by G. K. Chesterton offers a compelling overview of England's rich and complex past, showcasing the nation's cultural and historical evolution through Chesterton's insightful lens. This work is worth hearing now as it...24658falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/common-sense-how-to-exercise-it-yoritomo-tashi--73531990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73531990Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:31:18 +0000Robert Barr"Common Sense, How to Exercise It" by Yoritomo Tashi delves into the essential principles of using common sense in everyday life. This insightful work emphasizes the importance of practical judgment and rational thinking, encouraging readers to...13754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-long-live-their-majesties--70227923https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227923Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:22 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1565community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-a-secret-marriage--70227921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227921Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:20 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1453community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-the-mystery-of-the-forest--70227920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227920Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:18 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1223community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-the-betrothal-in-the-garden--70227919https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227919Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:17 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...857community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-the-sword-maker-at-bay--70227918https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227918Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:16 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1596community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-for-the-empress-and-not-for-the-empire--70227915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227915Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:14 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1716community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-my-lady-scatters-the-freebooters-and-captures-their-chief--70227914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227914Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:13 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2218community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-journeys-end-in-lovers-meeting--70227912https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227912Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:11 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...967community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-the-prisoner-of-ehrenfels--70227911https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227911Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:10 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2656community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-a-sentence-come-prepare--70227908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227908Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:08 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1075community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-the-laughing-red-margrave-of-furstenberg--70227907https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227907Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:06 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2630community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-gold-galore-that-takes-to-itself-wings--70227905https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227905Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:04 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2454community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-a-calamitous-conference-part-2--70227904https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227904Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:02 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1462community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-a-calamitous-conference-part-1--70227903https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227903Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:22:01 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1296community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-a-solemn-proposal-of-marriage--70227901https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227901Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:59 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2017community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-the-missing-leader-and-the-missing-gold--70227900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227900Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:57 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2352community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-mutiny-in-the-wilderness--70227898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227898Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:55 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2506community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-to-be-kept-secret-from-the-countess--70227897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227897Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:53 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1425community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-the-countess-von-sayn-and-the-archbishop-of-cologne--70227896https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227896Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:50 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...687community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-the-disturbing-journey-of-father-ambrose--70227895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227895Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:49 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2290community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-dissension-in-the-ironworkers-guild--70227893https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227893Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:47 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...2324community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-the-bargain-is-struck-part-2--70227891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227891Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:45 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1455community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-the-bargain-is-struck-part-1--70227890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227890Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:43 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1305community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-an-offer-to-open-the-river--70227889https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70227889Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:21:42 +0000Robert BarrIn the struggling city of Frankfort, despair hangs heavy in the air—defeated in war, burdened by weak leadership, and facing trade blockades, the citizens are restless and hungry. Yet, amidst the turmoil, three master sword-makers unite to form a...1943community,craftsmanship,economy,guild,leadership,resilience,survival,sword-making,trade,warfalsefull