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A rich history of one of our most popular kinds of song―and a celebration of Christmas music The English Christmas carol has been sung in court and cloister, tavern and field since medieval times. But with the first Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols in 1880―and with a view to encouraging...

Explore the rich tapestry of social thought and radical ideas in "Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 1, March 1906," a podcast that delves into the vibrant discourse of early 20th-century anarchism. This series invites listeners to engage with a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that reflect the ideals of freedom, social justice, and the quest for a more equitable society. Each episode presents a unique exploration of essays and writings that illuminate the struggles and aspirations of activists and thinkers from both America and Europe. As we navigate through historical contexts and literary ...

Author and singer John Potter tells the European story of song. The form has captivated audiences and excited performers for centuries, from the music of the troubadours and the Christian liturgy through classical composers such as Bach and Schumann up to Britten, Berio, and the rise of popular music. Choosing twelve key works, Potter offers a personal tour through this vital tradition, from John Dowland's "Flow My Tears" to George Gershwin's "Summertime." Throughout, he reveals who wrote and sang these joyful masterpieces—and what they mean to singers and audiences today.

Music/Stand-up Comedy

They call it living the dream! Well, sometimes, we have good dreams and others can get a little crazy! Tales from the Cockpit shares stories of all kinds, ranging from dangerous close calls to fun facts and airline hacks. This collection covers events that span many years of flying. It starts with the early stages of discovery, to flying with the airlines. All events are real and told from the author's perspective. 

Delve into the passionate and poetic world of "Tudor and Stuart Love Songs," where romance intertwines with the rich tapestry of history during a transformative era in England. This podcast celebrates the art of love through the lyrical expressions of an age marked by courtly intrigue, social change, and the blossoming of poetic forms. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to explore the emotional depths and complexities of love as conveyed by the finest poets of the Tudor and Stuart periods. These unique explorations reveal the influences of European literary ...