The Classic Tales Podcast
Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian desert, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world's greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 56 minutes
- Episodes
- 463
- Years Active
- 2008 - 2025
Ep. 830, The Stainless Steel Rat, by Harry Harrison
What do you call a con man in an advanced world of rocket ships, concrete, and stainless steel? A stainless steel rat. Harry Harrison, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 829, Ukridge Rounds a Nasty Corner, by P.G. Wodehouse
How is Ukridge hoping to finagle his own wedding bells? PEPPO – the tonic that bucks you up! I don’t see a problem, here. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 828, The Exit of Battling Billson, by P.G. Wodehouse
What happens when you mix up Ukridge, Battling Billson, and a Welsh revival meeting? Let’s find out. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 827, The Long Arm of Looney Coote, by P.G. Wodehouse
What’s the most substantial thing that Ukridge can bring to a political campaign? Hopefully not scandal – anything but that. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 826, No Wedding Bells For Him, by P.G. Wodehouse
How much harm can be done by taking a simple car ride with a chummy chauffeur? Well, if Ukridge is involved, apparently, quite a bit. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 825, Ukridge Sees Her Through, by P.G. Wodehouse
Can Ukridge deliver on a promise he made to save Doris’ fledgling dictation business? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 824, The Return of Battling Billson, by P.G. Wodehouse
Corky’s flat is invaded by an unknown woman whose stripling in tow is bent on seeing the sights of London – the murderey ones. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 823, First Aid for Dora, by P.G. Wodehouse
Dora has lost her position because of Ukridge’s gratuitous “help”. But Ukridge has a plan to make it right – with a little help from his friend. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 822, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Part 3 of 3, by Thornton Wilder
When Uncle Pio discovers his protégé, his life seems complete. But the protégé’s tragedy is only beginning. Thornton Wilder, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 821, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Part 2 of 3, by Thornton Wilder
Manuel and Esteban are identical twins that no one can tell apart – they even have their own language. It seems to everyone that they have an almost supernatural connection. Thornton Wilder, today o…
Ep. 820, The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Part 1 of 3, by Thornton Wilder
Five people fall to their deaths when a bridge collapses in Peru. Can Brother Juniper discover the reason that these five individuals had to die? Thornton Wilder, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 819, The Case of the Missing Will, by Agatha Christie
Can Poirot discover the critical whereabouts of a missing will? It’s worth a fortune! Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 818, The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman, by Agatha Christie
A startling phone call leads to the discovery of a dead Italian nobleman. Can Poirot catch the killer? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 817, The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim, by Agatha Christie
The head of one the largest banks in England is missing! Can Poirot discover his whereabouts before it's too late? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 816, The Kidnapped Prime Minister, by Agatha Christie
Yesterday the Prime Minster escaped an assassination attempt, and now he’s missing! Can Poirot find him? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 815, The Million Dollar Bond Robbery, by Agatha Christie
The theft of a million dollars in bonds puts the career of a promising young man in jeopardy. Can Poirot see where others do not? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 814, The Adventure of the Hunter's Lodge, by Agatha Christie
A murder in Darbyshire demands that Poirot investigate. But how can the great detective do his deducing when he’s laid up with the flu? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 813, The Adventure of the Cheap Flat, by Agatha Christie
What could possibly be amiss by securing rent for a particularly cheap flat? I mean, it’s not haunted, is it? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 812, The Tragedy at Marsden Manor, by Agatha Christie
Everyone seems okay with a sudden death in the country, but Poirot senses that something is off. Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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Ep. 811, The Western Star, by Agatha Christie
Cryptic letters threaten the theft of an ancient jewel, yet Poirot seems powerless to prevent the inevitable. Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
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