https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hedda-gabler-version-2--6889890enFictionCopyright Short Storieshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a638b46697a54a160c2ba5be038407df.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hedda-gabler-version-2--6889890Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:27:52 +0000Henrik IbsenShort Storiesspreaker29@adfreesounds.comHedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon, but the excitement of matrimony has quickly faded. Trapped in a mundane life with her dull, pedantic husband, Hedda finds herself suffocated by her new reality. Upon settling into her home in...false7581074a-f50e-524d-ae93-1f5640e6cd23episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-incarnation-athanasius-of-alexandria--74447826https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74447826Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:38 +0000Henrik Ibsen"On the Incarnation" by Athanasius of Alexandria is a profound theological work that explores the mystery of the Incarnation, where the divine nature of Christ intersects with humanity. This timeless text delves into the significance of Christ...8451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/romeo-and-juliet-version-3-william-shakespeare--74401068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74401068Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:35 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare is a timeless tale of love and tragedy that explores the intense emotions and conflicts arising from feuding families. The passionate romance between the young lovers, set against a backdrop of societal...11726falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phantastes-a-faerie-romance-for-men-and-women-version-2-george-macdonald--74324206https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74324206Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:55 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Phantastes: A Faerie Romance for Men and Women" by George MacDonald invites listeners into a richly woven tapestry of fantasy and introspection. This enchanting tale explores themes of love, imagination, and the quest for meaning, making it a...27426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gigolo-edna-ferber--74276710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74276710Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:28 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Gigolo" by Edna Ferber delves into the complexities of relationships and the societal expectations surrounding love and companionship. This captivating narrative explores the dynamics of dependency and desire, reflecting on the intricate balance...31631falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-characters-in-search-of-an-author-luigi-pirandello--74163150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74163150Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:17 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Six Characters in Search of an Author" by Luigi Pirandello is a groundbreaking play that delves into the complexities of identity and the nature of reality. It presents a unique narrative where six characters, abandoned by their creator, seek an...7741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lady-from-the-sea-henrik-ibsen--74110607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74110607Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:55 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Lady From the Sea" by Henrik Ibsen explores the complexities of identity, desire, and the struggle for personal freedom. The story delves into the life of a woman caught between her longing for independence and the constraints of societal...9746falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-and-self-management-essays-about-existing-arnold-bennett--74065625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74065625Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:38 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Self and Self-management Essays about Existing" by Arnold Bennett delves into the intricacies of personal identity and the art of self-management. Through a series of insightful essays, Bennett explores the concept of existence and the importance of...7040falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-carlos-friedrich-schiller--74015339https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74015339Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:55 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Don Carlos" by Friedrich Schiller is a profound exploration of political intrigue, personal ambition, and the struggle for justice set against the backdrop of the Spanish court. The narrative delves into the complexities of power dynamics and the...22875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/station-life-in-new-zealand-mary-anne-barker--73963254https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73963254Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:19 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Station Life in New Zealand" by Mary Anne Barker offers a vivid glimpse into the daily experiences and challenges of life on a remote New Zealand station in the 19th century. Through her engaging narrative, Barker captures the essence of frontier...21699falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/doll-s-house-henrik-ibsen-16467--73909699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73909699Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:54 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Doll's House" by Henrik Ibsen is a seminal work that explores themes of identity, gender roles, and the quest for self-fulfillment within the confines of societal expectations. The story delves into the life of a woman who confronts the limitations...11819falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/consolation-of-philosophy-anicius-manlius-severinus-boethius--73814218https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73814218Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:03 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Consolation of Philosophy" by Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius is a profound exploration of the nature of happiness and the human condition, written during his imprisonment. This timeless work delves into philosophical reflections on fortune,...18805falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cherry-orchard-anton-chekhov--73776910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73776910Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:09 +0000Henrik IbsenAnton Chekhov's "Cherry Orchard" is a poignant exploration of loss, change, and the passage of time, centering on an aristocratic family facing the liquidation of their ancestral estate. As they grapple with the impending sale of their beloved cherry...7287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-euripides--73742233https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73742233Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:27 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Iphigenia in Aulis," translated by Way, is a powerful exploration of sacrifice, duty, and the tragic consequences of war. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, it delves into the moral dilemmas faced by those caught between personal loyalty and...6263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pelleas-and-melisande-maurice-maeterlinck--73715481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73715481Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:46 +0000Henrik IbsenPelléas and Mélisande by Maurice Maeterlinck is a poignant exploration of love, longing, and the ineffable nature of human emotion. Set in a mystical world, the story unfolds as two lovers navigate the complexities of their feelings amidst a backdrop...5456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anarchism-and-other-essays-version-2-emma-goldman--73693426https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73693426Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Anarchism and Other Essays" by Emma Goldman presents a compelling exploration of anarchist philosophy and its implications for society. Goldman articulates her views on individual freedom, social justice, and the role of government, challenging...27088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-carlos-friedrich-schiller--73668037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73668037Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:15:20 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Don Carlos" by Friedrich Schiller is a powerful exploration of political intrigue, personal conflict, and the struggle for freedom. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Inquisition, this dramatic work delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and...22875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hunger-knut-hamsun--73644327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73644327Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:50:56 +0000Henrik IbsenHunger by Knut Hamsun delves into the psychological struggles of a young writer grappling with poverty and existential despair in late 19th-century Norway. As he navigates the depths of hunger, both physical and emotional, the narrative explores...11596falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/common-sense-how-to-exercise-it-yoritomo-tashi--73605605https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73605605Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:02:22 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Common Sense, How to Exercise It" by Yoritomo Tashi delves into the principles of practical reasoning and the application of common sense in everyday life. This insightful work emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and sound judgment,...13754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/deirdre-james-stephens--73568751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73568751Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:11:06 +0000Henrik IbsenDeirdre-James Stephens invites listeners into a world that echoes with the complexities of human emotion and the intricacies of personal relationships. With themes that delve into the depths of identity and the struggles of self-discovery, this...18654falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--73530313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73530313Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:50:19 +0000Henrik Ibsen"Prometheus Bound," translated by Thoreau, presents a powerful exploration of defiance and the struggle against tyranny through the myth of Prometheus, who defies the gods to bring fire and knowledge to humanity. This ancient Greek tragedy delves into...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-act-iv--70240478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240478Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:50:19 +0000Henrik IbsenHedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon, but the excitement of matrimony has quickly faded. Trapped in a mundane life with her dull, pedantic husband, Hedda finds herself suffocated by her new reality. Upon settling into her home in...1955conflict,control,desire,feminism,identity,jealousy,manipulation,power,relationships,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-act-iii--70240477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240477Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:50:18 +0000Henrik IbsenHedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon, but the excitement of matrimony has quickly faded. Trapped in a mundane life with her dull, pedantic husband, Hedda finds herself suffocated by her new reality. Upon settling into her home in...2132conflict,control,desire,feminism,identity,jealousy,manipulation,power,relationships,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-act-ii--70240476https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240476Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:50:16 +0000Henrik IbsenHedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon, but the excitement of matrimony has quickly faded. Trapped in a mundane life with her dull, pedantic husband, Hedda finds herself suffocated by her new reality. Upon settling into her home in...3219conflict,control,desire,feminism,identity,jealousy,manipulation,power,relationships,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-act-i--70240475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240475Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:50:14 +0000Henrik IbsenHedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon, but the excitement of matrimony has quickly faded. Trapped in a mundane life with her dull, pedantic husband, Hedda finds herself suffocated by her new reality. Upon settling into her home in...3716conflict,control,desire,feminism,identity,jealousy,manipulation,power,relationships,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-translator-s-introduction--70240474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240474Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:50:12 +0000Henrik IbsenHedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon, but the excitement of matrimony has quickly faded. Trapped in a mundane life with her dull, pedantic husband, Hedda finds herself suffocated by her new reality. Upon settling into her home in...1424conflict,control,desire,feminism,identity,jealousy,manipulation,power,relationships,tragedyfalsefull