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The series showcases a rotating collection of narratives that examine the art of seduction, the weight of societal expectations, and the moments that define our connections with others. Through these unique explorations, listeners are encouraged to discover a new book with every episode, uncovering the layers of human interaction that shape our lives and relationships. 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This podcast invites listeners to explore the delicate interplay between public personas and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Delve into the intricate dance of love, power, and perception in "Mrs. Pretty and The Premier," where the complexities of relationships take center stage. This podcast invites listeners to explore the delicate interplay between public personas and private emotions, revealing how the quest for romance can be both humorous and enlightening. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the nuances of attraction, charm, and the unexpected turns of courtship, reflecting the challenges faced by those in the spotlight. The series showcases a rotating collection of narratives that examine the art of seduction, the weight of societal expectations, and the moments that define our connections with others. Through these unique explorations, listeners are encouraged to discover a new book with every episode, uncovering the layers of human interaction that shape our lives and relationships. Join us for an engaging journey into the heart of love and the complexities that accompany it.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Science"/><itunes:category text="Science"><itunes:category text="Astronomy"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>dc81c902-7df8-5949-8c5d-b94c94f213fb</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Bores-Molière</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bores-moliere--74636542</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74636542</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:03:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74636542/bores_molie_re.mp3" length="32575944" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4068</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Don Juan, or The Feast with the Statue-Molière</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-juan-or-the-feast-with-the-statue-moliere--74603247</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74603247</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:03:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74603247/don_juan_or_the_feast_with_the_statue_molie_re.mp3" length="60268842" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7526</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Catherine Howard (Dramatic Reading)-Alexandre Dumas</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/catherine-howard-dramatic-reading-alexandre-dumas--74570480</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74570480</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:03:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74570480/catherine_howard_dramatic_reading_alexandre_dumas.mp3" length="57349452" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7162</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mrs. Pretty and The Premier-Arthur Adams</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mrs-pretty-and-the-premier-arthur-adams--74539112</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74539112</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:09:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74539112/mrs_pretty_and_the_premier_arthur_adams.mp3" length="77101203" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9628</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>One-Act Play Collection 015-Various</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-015-various--74507607</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74507607</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:09:04 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74507607/one_act_play_collection_015_various.mp3" length="184081051" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>22986</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Paul Jones-Alexandre Dumas</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-jones-alexandre-dumas--74469825</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74469825</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:08:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74469825/paul_jones_alexandre_dumas.mp3" length="71221363" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8894</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Admirable Crichton-J. M. Barrie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/admirable-crichton-j-m-barrie--74436360</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74436360</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:09:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74436360/admirable_crichton_j_m_barrie.mp3" length="79348650" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9909</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gamester-Susanna Centlivre</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gamester-susanna-centlivre--74396605</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74396605</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:09:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74396605/gamester_susanna_centlivre.mp3" length="72171331" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9012</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Times-Arthur Wing Pinero</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/times-arthur-wing-pinero--74352491</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74352491</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:55:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74352491/times_arthur_wing_pinero.mp3" length="98205994" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>12264</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Short Plays from Dickens-Horace Baker Browne</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-plays-from-dickens-horace-baker-browne--74213613</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74213613</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:09:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74213613/short_plays_from_dickens_horace_baker_browne.mp3" length="190012074" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>23726</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Love for Love-William Congreve</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-for-love-william-congreve--74166839</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74166839</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:09:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74166839/love_for_love_william_congreve.mp3" length="115021606" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>14363</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Alice Sit-by-the-Fire-J. M. Barrie</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/alice-sit-by-the-fire-j-m-barrie--74121362</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74121362</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:50:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74121362/alice_sit_by_the_fire_j_m_barrie.mp3" length="71223393" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. 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(Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8894</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mind The Paint Girl-Arthur Wing Pinero</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mind-the-paint-girl-arthur-wing-pinero--73401133</link><description><![CDATA["Mind The Paint Girl" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of human relationships and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of the theater world. This play delves into the complexities of love, ambition, and the often-painful sacrifices individuals make in pursuit of their dreams. Its themes of aspiration and the struggle for personal identity continue to resonate, making it a timeless piece that invites reflection on the nature of success and fulfillment. As audiences navigate their own desires and societal pressures, Pinero's work remains a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between personal ambition and the influence of the world around us.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73401133</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:20:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73401133/mind_the_paint_girl_arthur_wing_pinero.mp3" length="125382950" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Mind The Paint Girl" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of human relationships and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of the theater world. This play delves into the complexities of love, ambition, and the often-painful...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Mind The Paint Girl" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of human relationships and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of the theater world. This play delves into the complexities of love, ambition, and the often-painful sacrifices individuals make in pursuit of their dreams. Its themes of aspiration and the struggle for personal identity continue to resonate, making it a timeless piece that invites reflection on the nature of success and fulfillment. As audiences navigate their own desires and societal pressures, Pinero's work remains a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between personal ambition and the influence of the world around us.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>15657</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mrs Pretty and The Premier - Arthur Adams</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mrs-pretty-and-the-premier-arthur-adams--72759726</link><description><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72759726</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:34:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72759726/mrs_pretty_and_the_premier_arthur_adams.mp3" length="77020307" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50098a2e-402c-4f71-95cd-196f6240c13f/50098a2e-402c-4f71-95cd-196f6240c13f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50098a2e-402c-4f71-95cd-196f6240c13f/50098a2e-402c-4f71-95cd-196f6240c13f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50098a2e-402c-4f71-95cd-196f6240c13f/50098a2e-402c-4f71-95cd-196f6240c13f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Arthur Adams</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... - Summary by ToddHW Cast list: Herbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: Peter Musgrove Effie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: Devorah Allen Gregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: alanmapstone William Power, Premier: Son of the Exiles Patrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: TJ Burns Edward Vyce, The Party Whip: Leanne Yau Martha Callender, The Premier's Sister: Beth Thomas Charles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: Tomas Peter Helen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: Sonia Mrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: Sandra Schmit Vernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: MajorToast Maid: Leanne Yau Stage Directions and Editing by: ToddHW]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9628</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adams,appealed,leanne,mrs,points,premier,pretty,satire,stenographer,wyonora</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c2baa7adbc2322f192f89826cc6ba072.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
