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SnoozecastBeyond the Gate | Penny ParkerTonight, we’ll read the opening to “Ghost Beyond the Gate” written by Mildred A. Wirt and published in 1943.
In this story, Mr. Parker is taken to the hospital by another driver after getting into an accident. However, Mr. Parker never arrives at the hospital. Penny takes over running the newspaper in her father's absence and discovers a clue to her father's whereabouts at an old abandoned mansion.
If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out our other Penny Parker series episodes by searching for our show titled...2025-05-0632 min
Snoozecast Presents: Sherlock HolmesA Case of Identity | Sherlock HolmesTonight, we'll read the full, Snoozecast-adapted version “A Case of Identity”, a story from “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes”, written by Arthur Conan Doyle and first published in 1892. Snoozecast has aired this story in two sections previously. In general, the stories in Sherlock Holmes identify, and try to correct, social injustices. In this story, a wealthy woman’s fiancé disappears and she hires the detective to help find him.This tale stands out among the Holmes stories for the quiet, almost domestic nature of its mystery. Rather than a murder or theft, the puzzle...2025-03-241h 01
SnoozecastA Case of Identity | Sherlock HolmesTonight, we'll read the full, Snoozecast-adapted version “A Case of Identity”, a story from “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes”, written by Arthur Conan Doyle and first published in 1892. Snoozecast has aired this story in two sections previously. In general, the stories in Sherlock Holmes identify, and try to correct, social injustices. In this story, a wealthy woman’s fiancé disappears and she hires the detective to help find him.This tale stands out among the Holmes stories for the quiet, almost domestic nature of its mystery. Rather than a murder or theft, the puzzle...2025-03-241h 01
SnoozecastThose Barren LeavesTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read an excerpt from the 1925 Aldous Huxley novel “Those Barren Leaves”. It is a satirical novel depicting the cultural elite gathered in an Italian palace to relive the glories of the Renaissance.If you are interested in learning more about what Snoozecast+ and Snoozecast+ Deluxe offer, please go to snoozecast.com/plusOur excerpt starts at the beginning of the second part of the novel, which is titled “Fragments from the Autobiography of Francis Chelifer”.The title “Those Barren...2025-01-2307 min
SnoozecastTwas the Night Before ChristmasTonight, for this month’s Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a selection of classical Christmas poems, starting with “A Visit from St. Nicholas” written by Clement Clarke Moore. We hope that our Deluxe listeners enjoy tonight’s sleep holiday poetry. If you are interested in learning more about what Snoozecast+ and Snoozecast+ Deluxe offer, please go to snoozecast.com/plus Moore was an American writer, scholar and real estate developer. But he is best known to this day as the author of the poem with the opening line “Twas the Night Before Chr...2024-12-1907 min
SnoozecastJohnny AppleseedTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story featuring the day in the life of the famous American folkhero Johnny Appleseed.Born Johnathan Chapman, Johnny was an American pioneer nurseryman who introduced trees grown with apple seeds (rather than through grafting) to large parts of many states including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Ontario and West Virginia. He became an American legend while still alive, due to his kind, generous ways, his leadership in conservation, and the symbolic importance that he attributed to apples. He was also a mi...2024-11-2807 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsJohnny AppleseedTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story featuring the day in the life of the famous American folkhero Johnny Appleseed.Born Johnathan Chapman, Johnny was an American pioneer nurseryman who introduced trees grown with apple seeds (rather than through grafting) to large parts of many states including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Ontario and West Virginia. He became an American legend while still alive, due to his kind, generous ways, his leadership in conservation, and the symbolic importance that he attributed to apples. He was also a mi...2024-11-2807 min
Snoozecast Presents: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the SeaTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea pt. 34Tonight, we’ll read the conclusion to “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,” a classic science fiction adventure novel by French writer Jules Verne.We first began Twenty Thousand Leagues in April of 2022. Cheers to you if you’ve listened along with us for the entire journey aboard the Nautilus. Each completed novel Snoozecast reads is available as a separate podcast if you’d like to listen through continuously. Just search for “Snoozecast Presents” and the title of the novel wherever you listen to podcasts.In the previous episode, Captain Nemo...2024-11-0917 min
SnoozecastTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea pt. 34Tonight, we’ll read the conclusion to “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,” a classic science fiction adventure novel by French writer Jules Verne.We first began Twenty Thousand Leagues in April of 2022. Cheers to you if you’ve listened along with us for the entire journey aboard the Nautilus. Each completed novel Snoozecast reads is available as a separate podcast if you’d like to listen through continuously. Just search for “Snoozecast Presents” and the title of the novel wherever you listen to podcasts.In the previous episode, Captain Nemo...2024-11-0817 min
SnoozecastThe Goose, the Fox and the DogTonight, for this month’s Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story titled “The Goose, the Fox and the Dog”. In this tale, a quiet farmer returns from a bustling town market with his purchases: a fox, a goose, and a sack of grain. On his way home, he faces a dilemma as to how to cross the riverbank with his goods. The small boat can only carry one of his new acquisitions at a time, but to do so would surely ruin the others before they could be transported across. While the animals ceaselessly squabble...2024-10-1707 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Goose, the Fox and the DogTonight, for this month’s Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story titled “The Goose, the Fox and the Dog”. In this tale, a quiet farmer returns from a bustling town market with his purchases: a fox, a goose, and a sack of grain. On his way home, he faces a dilemma as to how to cross the riverbank with his goods. The small boat can only carry one of his new acquisitions at a time, but to do so would surely ruin the others before they could be transported across. While the animals ceaselessly squabble...2024-10-1706 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesThe Phantom CoachTonight, to continue our 6th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to The Phantom Coach by Amelia B. Edwards. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories. If you prefer to avoid the mildly macabre we hope you’ll enjoy one of our many other stories available wherever you listen to podcasts.Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium subscriber, look for “Snoozecast+” or “Snoozecast...2024-10-1652 min
SnoozecastThe Phantom CoachTonight, to continue our 6th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to The Phantom Coach by Amelia B. Edwards. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories. If you prefer to avoid the mildly macabre we hope you’ll enjoy one of our many other stories available wherever you listen to podcasts.Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium subscriber, look for “Snoozecast+” or “Snoozecast...2024-10-1652 min
SnoozecastThe War of the WorldsTonight, to continue our 6th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to “The War of the Worlds”, written by H.G. Wells and first published in 1898. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories. If you prefer to avoid the mildly macabre we hope you’ll enjoy one of our many other stories available wherever you listen to podcasts.Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium subscriber, lo...2024-10-0930 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesThe War of the WorldsTonight, to continue our 6th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to “The War of the Worlds”, written by H.G. Wells and first published in 1898. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories. If you prefer to avoid the mildly macabre we hope you’ll enjoy one of our many other stories available wherever you listen to podcasts.Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium subscriber, lo...2024-10-0930 min
SnoozecastHow He Left The HotelTonight, to start off our 6th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to “How He Left The Hotel”, written by Louisa Baldwin and first published in 1895. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories. If you prefer to avoid the mildly macabre we hope you’ll enjoy one of our many other stories available wherever you listen to podcasts.Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium...2024-10-0222 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesHow He Left The HotelTonight, to start off our 6th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to “How He Left The Hotel”, written by Louisa Baldwin and first published in 1895. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories. If you prefer to avoid the mildly macabre we hope you’ll enjoy one of our many other stories available wherever you listen to podcasts.Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium...2024-10-0222 min
SnoozecastThe Sleeping Beauty in the WoodTonight, for our monthly bonus episode for Snoozecast+ Deluxe listeners, we bring you our retelling of the classic fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty”. This version is inspired by the original writer of this tale, Charles Perrault.Perrault was a French author who is often credited as the founder for a new literary genre, the fairy tale, with his works derived from earlier folk tales. The best known of his tales include "Little Red Riding Hood", "Cinderella", "Puss in Boots" along with “Sleeping Beauty”.Thank you to all our listeners. If you are...2024-09-1907 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Sleeping Beauty in the WoodTonight, for our monthly bonus episode for Snoozecast+ Deluxe listeners, we bring you our retelling of the classic fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty”. This version is inspired by the original writer of this tale, Charles Perrault.Perrault was a French author who is often credited as the founder for a new literary genre, the fairy tale, with his works derived from earlier folk tales. The best known of his tales include "Little Red Riding Hood", "Cinderella", "Puss in Boots" along with “Sleeping Beauty”.Thank you to all our listeners. If you are...2024-09-1906 min
SnoozecastThe Magic Carpet Tonight, we’ll read the short story "The Magic Carpet" from the compilation called "The Day Before Yesterday" by Richard Middleton, published posthumously in 1912. We first read this story back in 2020.Middleton was a tragic figure- a young man impatient for success, who managed to live the archetypal life of the Romantic Bohemian poet, complete with poverty, unrequited love for an impossible woman, and an early, tragic death. No novels were published while he was alive. Soon after his death, the literary world discovered him. Critical acclaim followed for the brilliance of his work, an...2024-09-0930 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Whispered BreezeTonight for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we'll read this Snoozecast original sleep story titled The Whispered Breeze. It is a sensorial prose poem that will immerse you in nature's rhythms and sensations. The language evokes the delicate transition from day to night as colors fade from the sky and the evening air cools, bringing the quiet, soothing sounds of nature to life. You will feel the breeze as it stirs the leaves. Smell the rich earth and see air and hear the crickets, frogs, whales and owls. and hear the crickets, frogs, whales and owls. These sensory...2024-08-2207 min
SnoozecastThe Whispered BreezeTonight for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we'll read this Snoozecast original sleep story titled The Whispered Breeze. It is a sensorial prose poem that will immerse you in nature's rhythms and sensations. The language evokes the delicate transition from day to night as colors fade from the sky and the evening air cools, bringing the quiet, soothing sounds of nature to life. You will feel the breeze as it stirs the leaves. Smell the rich earth and see air and hear the crickets, frogs, whales and owls. and hear the crickets, frogs, whales and owls. These sensory...2024-08-2207 min
SnoozecastSaboteurs on the River | Penny ParkerTonight, we’ll read the opening to “Saboteurs on the River” written by Mildred A. Wirt and published in 1943.In this story, Saboteurs dynamite a bridge, and a man named Burt Ottman is accused of the crime based on evidence supplied by Penny. Penny feels that Burt is innocent, so she plans to find the culprits in order to exonerate Burt. Penny seeks the help of a man named Old Noah who lives in an ark filled with animals while he awaits the second great flood. Old Noah plays a role in bringing the sabote...2024-07-1534 min
SnoozecastThe Heavenly PitsTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we invite you to explore “The Heavenly Pits” with us. This story, written by Snoozecast, features a biologist whose solo expedition into a legendary sinkhole transitions from scientific exploration to mystical journey.If you would like to learn more about what Snoozecast’s premium subscription service offers, please go to snoozecast.com/plus.“Karst tiankengs” are colossal sinkholes formed in China. Tiankeng is Manderin for “Heavenly Pits”. These geological formations are not just natural wonders; they are also ecological hotspots. They contain ancient forests that seem to b...2024-06-2007 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Heavenly PitsTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we invite you to explore “The Heavenly Pits” with us. This story, written by Snoozecast, features a biologist whose solo expedition into a legendary sinkhole transitions from scientific exploration to mystical journey.If you would like to learn more about what Snoozecast’s premium subscription service offers, please go to snoozecast.com/plus.“Karst tiankengs” are colossal sinkholes formed in China. Tiankeng is Manderin for “Heavenly Pits”. These geological formations are not just natural wonders; they are also ecological hotspots. They contain ancient forests that seem to b...2024-06-2007 min
SnoozecastRumpelstiltzkinTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a Snoozecast Original, inspired by the Brothers Grimm tale “Rumpelstiltskin”.In this reimagined version, a country miller’s daughter is thrust into the realm of kings and gnomes due to her father’s loud boasts. Greta must navigate royal demands and mystical deals to protect what is most precious to her.The tale of Rumpelstiltskin, with its origins steeped in European folklore, has been captivating audiences for centuries. First formally recorded by the Brothers Grimm in the early 19th century...2024-05-1607 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsRumpelstiltzkinTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we’ll read a Snoozecast Original, inspired by the Brothers Grimm tale “Rumpelstiltskin”.In this reimagined version, a country miller’s daughter is thrust into the realm of kings and gnomes due to her father’s loud boasts. Greta must navigate royal demands and mystical deals to protect what is most precious to her.The tale of Rumpelstiltskin, with its origins steeped in European folklore, has been captivating audiences for centuries. First formally recorded by the Brothers Grimm in the early 19th century...2024-05-1606 min
SnoozecastThe Spelling BeeTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we invite you to immerse yourself in a tale crafted by Snoozecast, set at a one room school house in the 1910s. If you would like to learn more about what Snoozecast’s premium subscription service offers, please go to snoozecast.com/plus.A spelling bee is a competition in which contestants are asked to spell a broad selection of words, usually with a varying degree of difficulty. To compete, contestants must memorize the spellings of words as written in dictionaries, and recite them accordingly. The co...2024-04-1807 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Spelling BeeTonight, for our monthly Snoozecast+ Deluxe bonus episode, we invite you to immerse yourself in a tale crafted by Snoozecast, set at a one room school house in the 1910s. If you would like to learn more about what Snoozecast’s premium subscription service offers, please go to snoozecast.com/plus.A spelling bee is a competition in which contestants are asked to spell a broad selection of words, usually with a varying degree of difficulty. To compete, contestants must memorize the spellings of words as written in dictionaries, and recite them accordingly. The co...2024-04-1806 min
SnoozecastThe Wishing Well | Penny ParkerTonight, we’ll read the opening to “The Wishing Well” written by Mildred A. Wirt and published in 1942.In this story, an old abandoned estate is the location of a wishing well known for actually granting wishes. Penny investigates and discovers not only the secret of the well, but also a valuable treasure.If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out our other Penny Parker series episodes by searching for our show titled “Snoozecast Presents: Penny Parker” wherever you listen to Snoozecast. Or, you can find Penny at snoozec...2024-03-1136 min
Snoozecast Presents: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the SeaTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea pt. 25Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,” a classic science fiction adventure novel by French writer Jules Verne.Have you ever wished that a continuing Snoozecast story was easily available as a playlist so you could either start from the beginning, or play multiple episodes from just that story in a row, so that you don’t need to go searching through the catalog? In case you didn’t know, we also produce standalone versions of these stories as its own separate Snoozecast podcasts, for easy listening. Just searc...2024-03-0230 min
SnoozecastTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea pt. 25Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea,” a classic science fiction adventure novel by French writer Jules Verne.Have you ever wished that a continuing Snoozecast story was easily available as a playlist so you could either start from the beginning, or play multiple episodes from just that story in a row, so that you don’t need to go searching through the catalog? In case you didn’t know, we also produce standalone versions of these stories as its own separate Snoozecast podcasts, for easy listening. Just searc...2024-03-0231 min
SnoozecastGood Wives ch. 1Tonight, we’ll read the first chapter to “Good Wives” written by Louisa May Alcott. This is also known as the second half of the “Little Women” novel. Originally, Alcott had it published as a second book but in later publishings the two were combined. This book picks up three years later as Meg is preparing for her wedding.As always, Snoozecast episodes on Fridays are on a rotation of four current books. When one finishes, we will replace it with something new. This way you can be assured that any series on Fridays will alway...2023-12-2343 min
Snoozecast Presents: Good WivesGood Wives ch. 1Tonight, we’ll read the first chapter to “Good Wives” written by Louisa May Alcott. This is also known as the second half of the “Little Women” novel. Originally, Alcott had it published as a second book but in later publishings the two were combined. This book picks up three years later as Meg is preparing for her wedding.As always, Snoozecast episodes on Fridays are on a rotation of four current books. When one finishes, we will replace it with something new. This way you can be assured that any series on Fridays will alway...2023-12-2343 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesThe Old Hawthorne PlaceTonight, for the final in our 5th annual Spooky Sleep Story Series, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story about a fictional New England town and the brother and sister who go out on a trick or treating adventure within it.While this is the end of this years spooky sleep stories, be sure to check out our freely available – called “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or go to snoozecast.com/series to listen directly from our website. If you are a premium subscriber of Snoozecast+, all of our podcast series, including that one, are availabl...2023-10-2659 min
SnoozecastThe Old Hawthorne PlaceTonight, for the final in our 5th annual Spooky Sleep Story Series, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story about a fictional New England town and the brother and sister who go out on a trick or treating adventure within it.While this is the end of this years spooky sleep stories, be sure to check out our freely available – called “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or go to snoozecast.com/series to listen directly from our website. If you are a premium subscriber of Snoozecast+, all of our podcast series, including that one, are availabl...2023-10-261h 00
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Old Hawthorne PlaceTonight, for the final in our 5th annual Spooky Sleep Story Series, we’ll read a Snoozecast original story about a fictional New England town and the brother and sister who go out on a trick or treating adventure within it.While this is the end of this years spooky sleep stories, be sure to check out our freely available – called “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or go to snoozecast.com/series to listen directly from our website. If you are a premium subscriber of Snoozecast+, all of our podcast series, including that one, are availabl...2023-10-2559 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesA Haunted IslandTonight, as part of our Spooky Sleep Story Series, we’ll read our own lightly adapted version of Algernon Blackwood’s “A Haunted Island” from “The Empty House and Other Ghost Stories” published in 1906. In this story, our narrator is left alone for a few weeks at an island lodge in the middle of a lake in Canada, where he thinks he will focus on his studies, but soon begins to see and hear strange things.Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety– lightly adapted and read in a way to evoke...2023-10-1931 min
SnoozecastA Haunted IslandTonight, as part of our Spooky Sleep Story Series, we’ll read our own lightly adapted version of Algernon Blackwood’s “A Haunted Island” from “The Empty House and Other Ghost Stories” published in 1906. In this story, our narrator is left alone for a few weeks at an island lodge in the middle of a lake in Canada, where he thinks he will focus on his studies, but soon begins to see and hear strange things.Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety– lightly adapted and read in a way to evoke...2023-10-1931 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesThe RavenTonight, for the next in our 5th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the narrative poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1845.The poem is often noted for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a distraught lover who is paid a mysterious visit by a talking raven. The lover, often identified as a student,[1][2] is lamenting the loss of his love, Lenore. Sitting on a bust of Pallas, the raven seems to further antagonize the protagonist with its constant repetition of the word "Nevermore".2023-10-1218 min
SnoozecastThe RavenTonight, for the next in our 5th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the narrative poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1845.The poem is often noted for its musicality, stylized language, and supernatural atmosphere. It tells of a distraught lover who is paid a mysterious visit by a talking raven. The lover, often identified as a student,[1][2] is lamenting the loss of his love, Lenore. Sitting on a bust of Pallas, the raven seems to further antagonize the protagonist with its constant repetition of the word "Nevermore".2023-10-1218 min
SnoozecastThe MetamorphosisTonight, to start off our 5th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to “The Metamorphosis”, written by Franz Kafka and first published in 1915. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories, read in a way to evoke a mood of spookiness without actually causing a fright. Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium subscriber, look for “Snoozecast+” or “Snoozecast+ Deluxe: Spooky Stories” instead to listen ad-free.“The Metam...2023-10-0536 min
Snoozecast Presents: Spooky StoriesThe MetamorphosisTonight, to start off our 5th annual “Spooky Sleep Story Series”, we shall read the opening to “The Metamorphosis”, written by Franz Kafka and first published in 1915. Tune in every Wednesday this month for sleep stories of the darker variety- like classic horror literature and ghost stories, read in a way to evoke a mood of spookiness without actually causing a fright. Catch up on previous years by finding our free standalone podcast series “Snoozecast Presents: Spooky Stories” or if you are a premium subscriber, look for “Snoozecast+” or “Snoozecast+ Deluxe: Spooky Stories” instead to listen ad-free.“The Metam...2023-10-0436 min
Snoozecast Presents: OriginalsThe Garden's LullabyTonight, we’ll read a sleep story we created about a stroll through a lush garden before bedtime. It will feature roses, lilies, Swiss chard, lavender, tomatoes, primroses and more.This has been written exclusively for our Snoozecast Plus and Snoozecast Plus Deluxe listeners. Thank you so much for supporting our show! We hope you enjoy and sleep well.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus!2023-09-2106 min
SnoozecastThe White DoeTonight, we’ll read a version of the French literary fairy tale called “The White Doe” originally written by Madame d'Aulnoy. This version was found in “My Book of Favourite Fairy Tales” edited by Captain Edric Vredenburg and published in 1921.Snoozecast has featured several of Madame’s stories, including “The White Cat” parts one and two, “The Yellow Dwarf” and “Princess Belle-Etoile.”— read by V —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-06-0619 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 22Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen.If you’d like to listen to this series in order, please go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Elizabeth asks Darcy about his friend’s departing Netherfield. Darcy suggests that Bingley is not likely to return to Netherfield because he has a busy social life in London. After Darcy leaves, Charlotte tells Elizabeth that the only explanation for Darcy's odd behavior in calling on her is that he must be in love with her.— read by V —...2022-06-0332 min
SnoozecastThe Finale | The Wind in the WillowsTonight, we’ll read the final excerpt from “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908.This story centers around four small animals: Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. Their stories take place in the countryside of Edwardian England.To listen to this series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, the gang is back together, and Badger, Rat and Mole devise a plan to reclaim Toad Hall for their friend, and take it back from the stoats and weasels that have overrun it.— read by V —2022-05-2540 min
SnoozecastThe Secret Garden pt. 18Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Secret Garden”, a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett published in 1911.If you’d like to listen to this story’s episodes easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Colin wakes up the manor in the middle of the night with his “hysterics.” The staff look to Mistress Mary as the only one bold enough and suitable enough to help in the situation, so Mary is brought in to Colin’s room. — read by V —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get ex...2022-05-2033 min
SnoozecastLittle Women ch. 22 "Peaceful Meadows"Tonight, we’ll read the next chapter of “Little Women” by American author Louisa May Alcott, titled “Pleasant Meadows.”You can listen to the whole series in order at snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Laurie feels slighted so he causes mischief, in penning fake love notes to Meg. Jo is concerned because she does not want Meg to fall in love and get married- as then she will move out of their home.— read by V —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus!2022-05-1330 min
SnoozecastThe Stockbroker's Clerk | Sherlock HolmesTonight, we’ll read the opening to “The Stockbroker’s Clerk,” a story found in “The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes” written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and published in 1892.This story's plot is reminiscent of that in "The Red-Headed League" which Snoozecast featured in September of 2019. It, too, involves an elaborate hoax designed to remove an inconvenient person from the scene for a while so that a crime can be committed. — read by N —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about y...2022-05-1131 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 21Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen.If you’d like to listen to this series in order, please go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Lady Catherine de Burgh has arranged a visit from her nephews, the Colonel Fitzwilliam and Darcy. Darcy meets Elizabeth with his usual reserve. Elizabeth asks Darcy if he ever sees Jane in London, and he seems uncomfortable, but the moment passes.— read by V —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozec...2022-05-0632 min
SnoozecastThe Princess and the Goblin FinaleTonight, we’ll read the final part to “The Princess and the Goblin”, a children’s fantasy novel by George MacDonald.If you’d like an easy way to listen to these continuing episodes in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.When we left off, Curdie had remembered the devious goblin back-up plan if carrying off Princess Irene didn't work- they would flood the mines. Curdie's father and Curdie rush to seal up the mine’s passageway that connects the goblin and human portions. Working as a team, the miners successfully build a huge buttress to fill the...2022-04-2932 min
SnoozecastLike Summer Tempests | The Wind in the WillowsTonight, we’ll read another excerpt from “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908.This story centers around four small animals: Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. Their stories take place in the countryside of Edwardian England.To listen to this series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Toad is a washer woman on the run, boldly stealing his way across the countryside, until . Now, he is on the run. The strong arm of the law almost catches him when he lands in a river and is...2022-04-2738 min
SnoozecastThe Secret Garden pt. 17Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Secret Garden”, a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett published in 1911.If you’d like to listen to this story’s episodes easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, the robin is building a nest in the garden, and Mary and Dickon must keep very still, as though they themselves were trees, to avoid frightening him. Mary tells Dickon about her new friendship with Colin. Dickon is glad that he will no longer have to hide the fact of Colin from Mary, since he a...2022-04-2233 min
SnoozecastLittle Women ch. 21 "Laurie Makes Mischief and Jo Makes Peace"Tonight, we’ll read the next chapter of “Little Women” by American author Louisa May Alcott, titled “Laurie Makes Mischief, and Jo Makes Peace.”You can listen to the whole series in order at snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mrs. March returns home and Jo asks her mother to stop the budding romance of Mr. Brook with her sister Meg.— read by V —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad2022-04-1539 min
SnoozecastMerlin Fortells the Birth of Arthur | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read another story from our King Arthur series. This one, “Merlin Fortells the Birth of Arthur” comes from a book edited by Rupert S. Holland and published in 1919.If you’d like to listen to this whole anthology easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.Merlin is a mythical figure prominently featured in the legend of King Arthur and best known as a wizard. He became one of the most important figures in the imagination and literature of the Middle Ages.Most notable among his superpowers being that of prophecy...2022-04-1332 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 20Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen.If you’d like to listen to this series easily in order, please go to snoozecast.com/seriesIn the last episode, Elizabeth, along with her friend Charlotte’s father and sister, visits the parsonage home of Mr. Collins and Charlotte. There Mr. Collins is as pompous as ever, but Charlotte seems content. They are all invited to dinner at Rosings from Lady Catherine de Bourgh. Elizabeth notices that Lady Catherine’s daughter, Miss de Bourgh, who is expected to marry Darc...2022-04-0832 min
SnoozecastThe Princess and the Goblin pt. 18Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Princess and the Goblin”, a children’s fantasy novel by George MacDonald.If you’d like an easy way to listen to these continuing episodes in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.When we left off, the old lady came to Curdie in his feverish dreams and restores him to health. He awakens knowing that the goblins have invaded the royal house. He rushes to the rescue, sings rhymes, stomps on goblin feet and frees the gentlemen-at-arms. Together, they rout the goblins in their midst along with their...2022-04-0130 min
SnoozecastThe Secret Garden pt. 16Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Secret Garden”, a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett published in 1911.If you’d like to listen to this story’s episodes easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mary likens Colin to a young Rajah, a boy king she had encountered while in India, and nothing at all like Dickon. While they sit together Mrs. Medlock and Colin’s doctor, Dr. Craven comes in. Dr. Craven does not approve of Mary cheering Colin up. He seems to thi...2022-03-2532 min
SnoozecastToad's Freedom | The Wind in the WillowsTonight, we’ll read another excerpt from “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908.This story centers around four small animals: Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. Their stories take place in the countryside of Edwardian England.To listen to this series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Toad can’t help himself but steal automobiles to race through the English countryside. This lands him in jail, but a kindly maiden takes pity on him and helps hi...2022-03-2336 min
SnoozecastLittle Women ch. 20 "Confidential"Tonight, we’ll read the next chapter of “Little Women” by American author Louisa May Alcott, titled “Amy’s Will.”You can listen to the whole series in order at snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Amy struggles living with Aunt March during Beth’s illness. For consolation, Amy turns to the servant, Esther, who guides her to find solace in prayer. Amy also decides to make a will, just in case.— read by V —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free...2022-03-1826 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 19Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen to this series easily in order, please go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Aunt Gardiner warns Elizabeth not to fall for Wickham. Jane writes to Elizabeth that she realizes now that the Bingley sister is not a trustworthy friend. And Elizabeth reluctantly agrees to visit Charlotte in her new marital home.Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus!2022-03-1133 min
SnoozecastThe Princess and the Goblin pt. 17Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Princess and the Goblin”, a children’s fantasy novel by George MacDonald. If you’d like an easy way to listen to these continuing episodes in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.When we left off, Curdie comes to regret his rudeness in not believing the princess, as his parent’s have helped him to understand. He sets about to protect her by figuring out the goblin’s devious plans.— read by V —Sign up for Snoozec...2022-03-0435 min
SnoozecastThe Secret Garden pt. 15Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Secret Garden”, a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett published in 1911. If you’d like to listen to this story’s episodes easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mary continues her rainy midnight encounter with the mysterious boy Colin. Then she has an in-depth conversation with Martha about him as well. We will pick up during that discussion.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access...2022-02-2533 min
SnoozecastThe Incorrigible Toad | The Wind in the WillowsTonight, we’ll read another excerpt from “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908.This story centers around four small animals: Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. Their stories take place in the countryside of Edwardian England.To listen to this series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In this episode, we learn of the downfall and comeback for the exuberant and foolish toad.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded...2022-02-2332 min
SnoozecastLittle Women ch. 19 "Amy's Will"Tonight, we’ll read the next chapter of “Little Women” by American author Louisa May Alcott, titled “Amy’s Will.”You can listen to the whole series in order at snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Beth falls ill with scarlet fever while her mother is away in Washington DC. The two older sisters and Hannah keep watch over her. Amy is sent away to stay with crotchety old Aunt March. Laurie sends a secret message to Mrs. March to alert her that she needs to come home to Beth. At...2022-02-1833 min
SnoozecastThe Little Mermaid pt. 2Tonight, we’ll read the second half to “The Little Mermaid” written by Hans Christian Andersen and adapted by Snoozecast. In the first half, we learn about the little mermaid and her family. The little mermaid saves a handsome prince from drowning at sea and falls in love with him from afar.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-02-1640 min
SnoozecastThe Little Mermaid pt. 1Tonight, we’ll read the first half to “The Little Mermaid” written by Hans Christian Andersen and adapted by Snoozecast. The story follows the journey of a young mermaid who is willing to give up her life in the sea as a mermaid in order to marry a prince and become human. — read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-02-1437 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 18Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen to this series easily in order, please go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mr. Collins finally leaves the Longbourne house, and Mrs. Bennet’s brother Mr. Gardiner and his wife come to visit from London in his place. We will pick up after Aunt Gardiner suggests to Lizzy that Jane should come stay with them in the city to get a change of scenery.— read by 'V' —2022-02-1133 min
SnoozecastPelleas and Ettarde | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read another story from our King Arthur series. This one, “Pelleas and Ettarde” comes from a book written by Mary MacGregor. If you’d like to listen to this whole anthology easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-02-0930 min
SnoozecastPeter Pan pt. 17 FinaleTonight we shall read the next part to “Peter Pan”, the 1911 novel by Scottish novelist and playwright J.M. Barrie. An easy way to listen to this continuing story in order is at snoozecast.com/series.Peter Pan is a free-spirited and mischievous young boy who can fly and never grows up. He spends his never-ending childhood having adventures on the mythical island of Neverland as the leader of the Lost Boys, interacting with fairies, pirates, mermaids, Native Americans, and occasionally ordinary children from the world outside Neverland.2022-02-0431 min
SnoozecastThe Magic Cloak pt. 15 FinaleTonight, we’ll read the final part to our “Magic Cloak” series, from the book “Queen Zixi of Ix, or The Story of the Magic Cloak”, a children's book written by L. Frank Baum and published in 1905.If you’d like to listen to this continuing story easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Queen Zixi, King Bud, Princess Fluff and Aunt Rivette search the countryside for the missing cloak. They have to piece and sew the cloak together for it was cut up by a group o...2022-01-2841 min
SnoozecastWayfarers All | The Wind in the WillowsTonight, we’ll read another excerpt from “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame, published in 1908.This story centers around four small animals: Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. Their stories take place in the countryside of Edwardian England.This series does not require you to follow a plot between episodes, however if you would like to start from the beginning and listen easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In this episode, Rat encounters a wayfarer, the Sea Rat, and invites him to lun...2022-01-2642 min
SnoozecastHeidi pt. 18 FinaleTonight, we’ll read the final part to the classic children’s story “Heidi”, published in 1881 by Swiss author Johanna Spyri. If you’d like to listen to this continuing story in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the previous episode, Peter pushes Clara’s wheelchair down the mountainside and then has trouble with his guilty conscience. Enraptured with life on the mountainside, but without her chair, Clara finds the will to live a bigger life, and also the potential to walk towards it on her own....2022-01-2144 min
SnoozecastThe Princess and the Goblin pt. 16Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Princess and the Goblin”, a children’s fantasy novel by George MacDonald. If you’d like an easy way to listen to these continuing episodes in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.When we left off, Princess Irene receives a magical, refreshing and healing bath from her mysterious grandmother, after her long ordeal saving Curdie from the goblins. Curdie goes home to discuss everything that happened with his parents. They can tell that he is angry at how the princess seemed to b...2022-01-1431 min
SnoozecastThe Secret Garden pt. 14Tonight, we’ll read the next part to “The Secret Garden”, a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett published in 1911. If you’d like to listen to this story’s episodes easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mary discovers her cousin Colin, who is Mr. Craven’s secret son. He is the same age as Mary, often in pain and miserable from it. We will pick up during their first middle of the night conversation, in his dimly firelit bedroom. — read by 'V...2022-01-0732 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 17Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen to this series easily in order, please go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Elizabeth’s dear friend Charlotte Lucas schemes to and succeeds in winning Mr. Collins as a husband, much to the shock of the Bennett family.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choic...2021-12-2434 min
SnoozecastEnchanted Caverns | BirdwatchingTonight, we’ll read selections from “The Bird Watcher in the Shetlands” by Edmund Selous, written in 1905.If you enjoy this episode, be sure to listen to our others from this birdwatching series at snoozecast.com/series.The author started as a conventional naturalist of his time, but Selous developed a disdain of the common practice of killing animals for scientific study. He was a pioneer of peaceful bird-watching as a method of scientific study. The author was a solitary man and was not well known in ornithological circles. He avo...2021-12-2032 min
Snoozecast Presents: Sherlock HolmesThe Manor at Birlstone | Sherlock HolmesTonight, we’ll read a Snoozecast-adapted excerpt titled “The Manor at Birlstone” taken from “The Valley of Fear” written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The novel was the fourth and final in a series we have read from during the second half of this year. It started with “A Study in Scarlet” which aired on June 9th, 2021. You can listen to all episodes from our Sherlock sleep story series at snoozecast.com/series.In this story, Holmes deciphers an encrypted message that warns of a nefarious plot against a country gentlem...2021-12-1736 min
SnoozecastThe Manor at Birlstone | Sherlock HolmesTonight, we’ll read a Snoozecast-adapted excerpt titled “The Manor at Birlstone” taken from “The Valley of Fear” written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The novel was the fourth and final in a series we have read from during the second half of this year. It started with “A Study in Scarlet” which aired on June 9th, 2021. You can listen to all episodes from our Sherlock sleep story series at snoozecast.com/series.In this story, Holmes deciphers an encrypted message that warns of a nefarious plot against a country gentlem...2021-12-1736 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 16Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen to this series easily in order, please go to snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mr. Collins finally moves on from asking for Lizzy’s hand in marriage, but he hasn’t moved on from his visit at the Bennet’s home. Jane receives a disturbing letter from Caroline Bingley and reads it to Lizzy. The sisters have opposite interpretations. Jane believes Caroline that her brother Charles has moved on to a new love int...2021-11-0531 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 15Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen from the beginning, please find and listen to all the previous episodes easily at snoozecast.com/series.In the last episode, Mr. Collins and Lizzy discuss their conflicting interests in the subject of their mutual matrimony.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice2021-09-1731 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 14Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen from the beginning, please find and listen to all the previous episodes easily at snoozecast.com/series. In the last episode, the Bennet’s had differing experiences at the ball at Netherfield. For example, Jane, in love with Bingley, had a lovely time. Elizabeth, holding prejudice against both Mr. Collins and Mr. Darcy, and generally embarrassed by all the other members of her family, did not have a lovely time. We will pick up with the Bennet family being th...2021-07-3032 min
SnoozecastPeter Pan pt. 13We hope you enjoy this preview of an episode from our back catalog available to our premium subscribers. Tonight, for the 400th episode of Snoozecast, we shall read the next chapter to “Peter Pan”, the 1911 novel by J.M. Barrie. To unlock full episodesof this series, ad-free listening, and more, please go to snoozecast.com/plus.An easy way to listen to this continuing story in order is at snoozecast.com/series.When we left off, the lost boys were tricked into thinking the pirates aboveground were defeated by the t...2021-07-2307 min
SnoozecastLancelot Saves the Queen | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read another story from the King Arthur series written by Maude Radford Warren titled “How Sir Lancelot Saved the QueenIf you’d like to listen to this whole series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.King Arthur was a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by...2021-06-2335 min
SnoozecastDuckings and Bobbings | BirdwatchingTonight, we’ll read selections from “The Bird Watcher in the Shetlands” by Edmund Selous, written in 1905. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to listen to our others from this birdwatching series at snoozecast.com/series.The author started as a conventional naturalist of his time, but Selous developed a disdain of the common practice of killing animals for scientific study. He was a pioneer of bird-watching as a method of scientific study. The author was a solitary man and was not well known in ornithological circles. He avoided both the company of ornith...2021-06-1646 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 13Tonight, we shall read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen from the beginning, please find and listen to all the previous episodes easily at snoozecast.com/series.In the previous episode, the Bennet sisters attend the much anticipated ball at Netherfield. Elizabeth makes the mistake of talking with her odious cousin Mr. Collins, and becomes obligated out of politeness to accept the first two dances with him. She had designs to dance with Wickham then, but either way Wickham does not show up at the...2021-06-1132 min
SnoozecastSnoozecast Presents: Sleep Meditation for WomenTonight, we want to introduce you to another incredible podcast that can help you fall asleep with ease. This is my friend Katie, who hosts the “Sleep Meditation for Women” podcast, and much like the Snoozecast, her soothing voice will help you relax your body and ease you into deep sleep. Now, although Katie's show is geared towards women in particular, this particular meditation called “Stress Relief Meditation Before Bed” is suitable for everyone!If you enjoy it, I encourage you to subscribe to “Sleep Meditation for Women” by searching for...2021-06-0123 min
SnoozecastLancelot and His Friends | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read another story from the King Arthur series written by Maude Radford Warren titled “Sir Lancelot and His Friends.”If you’d like to listen to this whole series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.King Arthur was a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries.Sir Lancelot, also known as Lancelot of the Lake, is a character in some versions...2021-05-2631 min
SnoozecastSir Geraint and Enid | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read another story from the King Arthur series written by Maude Radford Warren titled “Sir Geraint and Enid.”If you’d like to listen to the first stories in this series, you can find our episode titled “The Sword Excalibur” that aired on April 10, 2020. If you’d like to listen to the whole series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.King Arthur was a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defense of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and e...2021-04-2830 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 12Tonight, we’ll read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen from the beginning, please find and listen to all the previous episodes easily at snoozecast.com/series.“Pride and Prejudice” follows Elizabeth Bennet, the dynamic protagonist, who learns about the repercussions of hasty judgments and eventually comes to appreciate the difference between superficial goodness and actual goodness.In the previous episode, Elizabeth shares what she heard about Darcy from Wickham with her sister, Jane. Jane takes the more reasonable s...2021-04-1631 min
SnoozecastSir Ivaine and the Lion | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read another story from the King Arthur series written by Maude Radford Warren titled “Sir Ivaine.”If you’d like to listen to the first stories in this series, you can find our episode titled “The Sword Excalibur” that aired on April 10, 2020. If you’d like to listen to the whole series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.King Arthur was a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th...2021-03-2932 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 11Tonight, we’ll read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen from the beginning, please find and listen to all the previous episodes easily at snoozecast.com/series.“Pride and Prejudice” follows Elizabeth Bennet, the dynamic protagonist, who learns about the repercussions of hasty judgments and eventually comes to appreciate the difference between superficial goodness and actual goodness.In the previous episode, Mr. Collins accompanies the Bennet daughters to Mrs. Philips’ dinner party. Mr. Wickham is there, and Elizabeth is charmed by...2021-03-0531 min
SnoozecastSir Gareth and Lynette | King ArthurTonight, we’ll read a section from the King Arthur series written by Maude Radford Warren titled “Sir Gareth and Lynette.”If you’d like to listen to the first stories in this series, you can find our episode titled “The Sword Excalibur” that aired on April 10, 2020. If you’d like to listen to the whole series easily in order, go to snoozecast.com/series.King Arthur was a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and e...2021-02-2448 min
SnoozecastPride and Prejudice pt. 10Tonight, we’ll read the next part of “Pride and Prejudice”, written by Jane Austen. If you’d like to listen from the beginning, please find and listen to all the previous episodes easily at snoozecast.com/series.“Pride and Prejudice” follows Elizabeth Bennet, the dynamic protagonist, who learns about the repercussions of hasty judgments and eventually comes to appreciate the difference between superficial goodness and actual goodness.In the previous episode, distant cousin Mr. Collins comes to the Bennet Family’s home at Longbourne to find a wife. Although he po...2021-01-1532 min
SnoozecastBaking CookiezzzTonight, we’ll read the section on baking cookies from “Woman’s Institute Library of Cookery Volume 4”, written by The Woman’s Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences. This is the same set of cookbooks Snoozecast’s “Breadtime” episode draws from. The Woman’s Institute was founded by Mary Brooks Picken in Scranton, PA. Born in Kansas in 1886, Picken wrote the first dictionary to be published by a woman in the English language, beyond the over one hundred other books she wrote."— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get...2020-12-2532 min
SnoozecastPrincess Guinevere | King ArthurTonight, for the 300th episode of Snoozecast, we’ll read a story about Princess Guinevere from our King Arthur’s series.If you’d like to listen to the first stories in this series, you can find our episode titled “The Sword Excalibur” that aired on April 10, 2020. If you’d like to listen to the previous episode, it aired on September 14, 2020.King Arthur was a legendary British leader who, according to medieval histories and romances, led the defense of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries...2020-12-0427 min
SnoozecastNight SpellTonight, for the last episode of our second annual October classic horror series, we’ll read a Snoozecast original called “Night Spell.” It’s Halloween Night and all the nocturnal animals of the forest will be attending a very important function. Where are they off to this evening? Besides a cameo from Maggie in this story, you may also notice poet Robert Frost, for a spell.— read by 'V' —Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus!2020-10-3041 min
SnoozecastThe Ghost ShipTonight, during our second annual October classic horror series, we'll read "The Ghost Ship", written by Richard Middleton published posthumously in 1912. Middleton was a tragic figure - a young man impatient for success, who managed to live the archetypal life of the Romantic Bohemian poet, complete with poverty and unrequited love for an impossible woman. None of his novels were published while he was alive. Soon after his death, he was quote unquote discovered and critically acclaimed for the brilliance of his work and the brevity of his life. If...2020-10-0931 min
SnoozecastThe Legend of Sleepy HollowTonight, during our second annual October classic horror series, we’ll read "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", a gothic story by American author Washington Irving. Written while Irving was living abroad in Birmingham, England, it is among the earliest examples of American fiction with enduring popularity, especially during Halloween. The Headless Horseman was believed to be a Hessian soldier who was decapitated by a cannonball in battle. Hessians was what the American’s called German soldiers who fought for the British during the Revolutionary War. If you enjoy this story...2020-10-0240 min