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The Greek poet, Hesiod, stands out as the first personality in European literature. The Theogony contains a genealogy of the gods from the beginning of time and an account of their violent struggles before the present order was established. The Works and Days, a compendium of advice for a life of honest husbandry, shines a unique and fascinating light on archaic Greek society, ethics, and superstition. Hesiod's poetry is the oldest source of the myths of Prometheus, Pandora, and the Golden Age.

Tony and Emmy Award-winner Billy Crystal leads an all-star cast including Oscar winner Kevin Kline (President David Murray) and four-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening (First Lady Katherine Murray) in a performance of this hilarious and poignant story about a man desperately scrambling to put his affairs in order: to save his presidency, his marriage, his relationship with his daughter – and possibly his life.

Bill Masen wakes in his hospital bed, eyes bandaged. Something is wrong: it’s unusually quiet and no one has come to his room. When he removes his bandages he finds a world that has changed utterly. Most of the population are completely blind – only those who didn’t watch the night sky can...

Enigmatic Phileas Fogg accepts a wager about whether it's possible to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days or under. The book charts his adventures on the way. (Alex Foster)

Around the World in Eighty Days (French: Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours) is a classic adventure novel by the French writer Jules Verne, first published in 1873. In the story, Phileas Fogg of London and his newly employed French valet Passepartout attempt to circumnavigate the world in 80 days on a £20,000 wager set by his friends at the Reform Club. (Summary from Wikipedia)

Join us in this charming tale of a top Wall Street banker who unexpectedly discovers his philanthropic spirit when a former employee faces arrest and needs someone to stand up for his character. A story of redemption and self-discovery, narrated by Carolin.

‘04 Ramadi 2/4 Marines share a unique bond. Both senior Marines, who have served in various units before and after 2/4, and junior Marines, who have stayed on and served elsewhere, agree that our deployment was extraordinary. No other unit has garnered the same affection during their time in the Corps. This is my attempt to explain why the '04 Battle of Ramadi Marines were a special breed. We were all forged in the fires of stress before facing combat.

In Dying Days is an audio horror podcast that follows a survivor of the deadly plague that consumed humanity.

Step back into 1916 with the third installment of the adventures of The Friendly Terrace girls as they navigate life at The Girl’s High School. This time, they encounter a host of intriguing new characters, alongside a few familiar faces from the previous book. The stakes are higher as a new student with a superiority complex disrupts the dynamic, while anothers impressive academic achievements create social hurdles. Adding to the mix is a quirky tradition of affectionate favoritism between Freshmen and Seniors, leading to awkward and disruptive scenarios that challenge not only the students...

Narrated with warmth, humor, exceptional candor and wisdom, The Sum of Our Days is a portrait of a contemporary family, tied together by the love, strong will, and stubborn determination of a beloved matriarch, the indomitable New York Times bestselling author of The House of the Spirits, Isabel...

In Days Journey, we delve into the life of Netta Syrett, a remarkable woman and the niece of Grant Allen, who embodies the spirit of the new woman. After pursuing an education at the University of Cambridge, she initially sought a career in teaching before finding her true calling as a novelist and playwright. This captivating tale, The Days Journey, explores the unraveling of what appears to be an ideal marriage when the husband unexpectedly falls in love with another woman. Join us as we navigate the complexities of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of happiness—narrated by Stav Nisser.

Dive into the delightful world of A.A. Milne, best remembered for his enchanting Winnie the Pooh tales. Yet, before he captivated children’s hearts, Milne honed his wit as an editor for the beloved English humor magazine Punch. In this collection, enjoy a selection of his lively essays that capture the essence of human quirks with humor and charm. Additionally, discover six uproarious one-act plays designed to illustrate the six fundamental plots for aspiring playwrights. From amusing anecdotes about dogs to humorous reflections on dating, this collection promises to tickle your funny bone ...

In Deborah Zoe Laufer’s End Days, a suburban family is undergoing a spiritual crisis following the September 11th attacks. Sylvia Stein has turned to Christianity to save her disaffected husband Arthur and her rebellious teenage daughter Rachel. But as Sylvia races around preparing for the Rapture, Rachel is learning that there are more things in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in her philosophy.

Senator Eddie Bowman cannot see the point of invading a miniscule Caribbean island to rescue a bunch of overly tanned medical students. But as the 1983 invasion of Grenada gets underway, the Senator finds himself at odds with a mysterious foreign-policy specialist who cultivates roses, the President's sexy new speechwriter-and his own son.

Seven Days is a supernatural western audio drama. It follows Victor Val Ravencroft as he hunts for The Man with the Golden Hand. During his quest for vengeance, he's pulled into an ongoing fight between the forces of good and evil.“In a world torn, a lost soul becomes its savior.”

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‘The Day Before’ is a scripted storytelling podcast that examines how Covid-19 and LA’s stay-at-home order affects a handful of Angelinos. How the places and spaces we know as familiar really do play a foundational role in our harried lives. In ‘The Day Before’ a cafe in Silverlake is such a place. A hip coffee shop that attracts a bustling morning crowd in need of a caffeinated pick-me-up, a strong noontime power-lunch rush, and a wind-down evening throng in search of a cocktail, beer and bites. The kind of place where the regulars are the cool kids club you want to be a part of. ...

In this uplifting and humorous story, John, a stressed-out working father, embarks on a journey to reconnect with the true meaning of today's Christmas. This full-cast dramatization features vivid sound effects that set each scene, accompanied by unforgettable original music. Filled with an inspirational message of hope, The Spirit of Christmas Day is a new holiday tradition for the whole family to enjoy together.

David Edgar is among the UK’s leading contemporary dramatists, well known for his powerful plays chronicling Britain's changing political landscape over the past 50 years. More than 60 of his original plays, adaptations and translations have been performed around the world, and in 2023 he was honoured with a Writers’ Guild Outstanding Contribution award for his service to British playwriting. This radio anthology contains some of his most notable work.

In the blissful setting of a perfect honeymoon, a wife is haunted by recurring nightmares of her husbands murder. She attempts to warn him, to convince him of the chilling reality of her dreams. However, he dismisses her, until the grim day her nightmares come true. As the mystery unfolds, the question remains - who is the real murderer, and how will the devastated wife cope with her haunting premonitions becoming reality? - Summary by Stav Nisser