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Have you ever pondered the whimsical adventures that a simple request for butter could spark? In tonight’s episode, we are swept away by the charming sounds of the Sherbourne Abbey Bells, setting the scene for an evening of literary delight with the beloved poems of A.A. Milne. While contemplating the timing of exploring "Under the Greenwood Tree," we find ourselves instead captivated by the royal simplicity in "The King's Breakfast" and the humorous journey for a perfect slice of bread. With a touch of nostalgia and a sprinkle of humor, this poem reminds us of the delight found in everyday simplicity.<br><br>As the bells continue their melodious practice, we plunge into the mischievous world of "Disobedience," where young James James Morrison Morrison embarks on an adventure filled with delightful whimsy and endearing lessons. His escapades with his mother offer not only laughter but also a gentle reminder of the timeless joys these tales bring. So, sit back, relax, and let the poetry of Milne whisk you away to a world where imagination reigns supreme and every word is a portal to laughter and nostalgia. This episode promises a cozy escape into the heart of storytelling, ideal for a tranquil evening at home.
Gretel le Maître likes to look for the beauty and curiosities in life, one day at a time. She shares with you snippets from books about history, art and literature and regularly takes you on adventures to new locations, to explore churches, cathedrals and architecture.
Gretel invites you to accompany her as she navigates the world a day at a time; the podcast is unscripted, it’s ad-free.
Gretel loves the world and history, architecture, literature and people. And so is determined to walk this path with light footsteps and with humour and warmth. Let’s treasure up the beautiful things and ponder them in our hearts.
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Previous guests include historian Tom Holland; Actor Enzo Cilenti; Art historian Philip Mould; Composer Matthew Coleridge; Vicar Angela Tilby; Author Bijan Omrani; Dorset garden hedgehog family, the Venerable Bede and other guests.
Future guests (all being well) are Tom Holland, John Simpson, David Willem, Simon Jenkins, Philippa Langley and Katie Channon.
Your daily dose of calm. Unpolished and unscripted but no ads and no requests for anything but your company. Trying to make the world a gentler place with literature, history and nature. Please don’t expect to find a polished product. The output is lower tier but the authenticity is hopefully as good as it gets. 🦔
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