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Trail of the Axe

Trail of the Axe

Written by: Ridgwell Cullum
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 In the heart of western Canada, Dave runs a bustling lumber mill, a cornerstone of the village of Malkern. While he has forged trusting bonds with some of his workers, others leave him uneasy, and some remain shrouded in mystery. Despite his ungainly appearance, Daves kind heart has endeared him to the locals, who recognize his significant contributions to their community. Among his friends is Betty, who has pledged her future to Jim Truscott, a man seeking gold in the Yukon to secure their dreams. Dave has promised to watch over Betty in Jims absence, but when Jim returns, he is a shadow of his former self, leaving Dave suspicious and Betty torn between loyalty and love. The Trail of the Axe weaves together action, suspense, and profound introspection, leading to unexpected twists that will leave listeners on the edge of their seats. (Summary by Roger Melin)Copyright Nature and Animals
Episodes
  • 031 - At Midnight

    031 - At Midnight
    Feb 9 2026
    In the heart of western Canada, Dave runs a bustling lumber mill, a cornerstone of the village of Malkern. While he has forged trusting bonds with some of his workers, others leave him uneasy, and some remain shrouded in mystery. Despite his ungainly appearance, Daves kind heart has endeared him to the locals, who recognize his significant contributions to their community. Among his friends is Betty, who has pledged her future to Jim Truscott, a man seeking gold in the Yukon to secure their dreams. Dave has promised to watch over Betty in Jims absence, but when Jim returns, he is a shadow of his former self, leaving Dave suspicious and Betty torn between loyalty and love. The Trail of the Axe weaves together action, suspense, and profound introspection, leading to unexpected twists that will leave listeners on the edge of their seats. (Summary by Roger Melin)
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    16 mins
  • 030 - In the Dugout

    030 - In the Dugout
    Feb 8 2026
    In the heart of western Canada, Dave runs a bustling lumber mill, a cornerstone of the village of Malkern. While he has forged trusting bonds with some of his workers, others leave him uneasy, and some remain shrouded in mystery. Despite his ungainly appearance, Daves kind heart has endeared him to the locals, who recognize his significant contributions to their community. Among his friends is Betty, who has pledged her future to Jim Truscott, a man seeking gold in the Yukon to secure their dreams. Dave has promised to watch over Betty in Jims absence, but when Jim returns, he is a shadow of his former self, leaving Dave suspicious and Betty torn between loyalty and love. The Trail of the Axe weaves together action, suspense, and profound introspection, leading to unexpected twists that will leave listeners on the edge of their seats. (Summary by Roger Melin)
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    31 mins
  • 029 - The End of the Strike

    029 - The End of the Strike
    Feb 7 2026
    In the heart of western Canada, Dave runs a bustling lumber mill, a cornerstone of the village of Malkern. While he has forged trusting bonds with some of his workers, others leave him uneasy, and some remain shrouded in mystery. Despite his ungainly appearance, Daves kind heart has endeared him to the locals, who recognize his significant contributions to their community. Among his friends is Betty, who has pledged her future to Jim Truscott, a man seeking gold in the Yukon to secure their dreams. Dave has promised to watch over Betty in Jims absence, but when Jim returns, he is a shadow of his former self, leaving Dave suspicious and Betty torn between loyalty and love. The Trail of the Axe weaves together action, suspense, and profound introspection, leading to unexpected twists that will leave listeners on the edge of their seats. (Summary by Roger Melin)
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    14 mins
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