Episodes

  • Love and Freindship-Jane Austen

    Love and Freindship-Jane Austen
    Aug 24 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Stories by English Authors London-F. Anstey, J. M. Barrie, Marie Corelli, Beatrice Harraden, Arthur Morrison

    Stories by English Authors London-F. Anstey, J. M. Barrie, Marie Corelli, Beatrice Harraden, Arthur Morrison
    Aug 23 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)
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    4 hrs and 16 mins
  • Select Conversations with an Uncle (Now Extinct) and Two Other Reminiscences-H. G. Wells

    Select Conversations with an Uncle (Now Extinct) and Two Other Reminiscences-H. G. Wells
    Aug 22 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)
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    2 hrs and 15 mins
  • On Reading The Bible-Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch

    On Reading The Bible-Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch
    Aug 21 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)
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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • Brittain's Ida

    Brittain's Ida
    Aug 20 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)

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    32 mins
  • Sam In The Suburbs-P. G. Wodehouse

    Sam In The Suburbs-P. G. Wodehouse
    Aug 19 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)
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    6 hrs and 55 mins
  • Armand Durand-Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon

    Armand Durand-Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon
    Aug 18 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)

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    7 hrs and 42 mins
  • An Essay on Criticism

    An Essay on Criticism
    Aug 17 2026
    Robert Benchley (1889-1945) was a celebrated writer, humorist, and actor who left his mark on the literary scene from the 1920s to the early 1940s. Hailing from Massachusetts, Benchley began his career in New York City, where he worked as an editor, critic, and columnist for many prominent magazines of his time. A notable member of the famed Algonquin Round Table alongside luminaries like George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker, and Harpo Marx, his wit and humor resonated with audiences, leading him to explore careers in radio and film in California later in life. Influencers of humor such as James Thurber, Woody Allen, and Dave Barry have all acknowledged Benchleys impact on their work. Love Conquers All, originally published in 1922, is the second of his fifteen collections, showcasing a delightful array of his humorous essays and reviews. While some references may feel dated, the surreal yet familiar targets of his wit continue to entertain. This volume compiles 63 sparkling pieces from his early career, when Benchleys enthusiasm and distinctive style were truly flourishing. (Summary by Ted Delorme)
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    45 mins