Episodes

  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XLIII

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XLIII
    Oct 13 2026
    In which the hapless wanderer suffers betrayal and abandonment by a treacherous companion, compelling him to seek solace among a motley band of soldiers with whom he enlists, embracing the hardships and camaraderie of military life. His spirited defence of liberty against a cantankerous comrade leads to a chivalrous duel that reveals both the folly and dignity inherent in the soldier’s lot.
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    14 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XL

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XL
    Oct 12 2026
    In which a young gentleman’s modest learning and poetic talents gain him favour and secret admiration among ladies of quality, whilst unwittingly sparking rivalry and jealousy among the household servants. His cautious navigation of flattery and affection reveals the delicate interplay of vanity, love, and social ambition within the domestic stage.
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    12 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXVIII

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXVIII
    Oct 11 2026
    In which a shipwrecked gentleman, grievously wounded and mistaken for a spectre by superstitious rustics, is ultimately rescued and nursed by an elderly woman reputed to be a witch, who reveals her own tale of forsaken love and rustic exile. She then recommends him as a valet to a learned yet whimsical lady of singular tastes and eccentricities, offering sage counsel on how to navigate his new and peculiar service.
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    17 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXVI

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXVI
    Oct 10 2026
    In which a miraculous reunion restores the spirits of our narrator through the unexpected return of a presumed lost friend, whose tale of survival and new prospects cheers their transient respite in Jamaica. Meanwhile, the shifting fortunes aboard the naval vessel set the stage for a homeward journey, with changes in command and reconciliations smoothing the voyage back to England.
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    13 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXIV

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXIV
    Oct 9 2026
    In which a grievous fever sweeps the crew, compelling our withdrawal from conquest and subjecting the narrator to cruel hardships and a perilous illness aboard ship, amidst the sour atmosphere and malignant tempers of his fellow sailors. New command arrives adorned with flamboyance and candour, provoking comical and poignant encounters, especially as loyalties and enmities reveal themselves with sober wit and human fragility.
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    22 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXII

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXII
    Oct 8 2026
    In which our gallant forces undertake a formidable assault on the Spanish fort of Bocca Chica, amidst a deafening cannonade that tests the mettle and fortitude of the men aboard. The surgeon contends with the chaos of battle, the heroism of a grievously wounded comrade, and the wild antics of the chaplain, whilst navigating the strained relations and duties demanded by the captain and crew.
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    11 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXI

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXXI
    Oct 7 2026
    In which a tangled intrigue between two ill-matched Greeks leads to the clearing of our names and a partial restoration of liberty aboard ship, albeit tinged with sour reflections on stolen provisions and mild resentments. Our fleet’s sojourn from Jamaica to Carthagena is marked by delays and contentious judgements that reveal both the perils of inexperience and the curious prudence of those entrusted with command.
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    9 mins
  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXVIII

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter XXVIII
    Oct 6 2026
    In which the raging captain’s desire for retribution is tempered by prudent counsel, and the ship sets forth boldly into a tempestuous passage towards the West Indies, where nature’s fury is matched by human resilience. Amidst storms and strife, a grievous injury prompts a contentious debate over remedies, culminating in a steadfast effort by friends that triumphs over surgical decree and restores hope.
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    12 mins