The Classic Tales Podcast
Join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison on a quest through the greatest stories ever put to paper. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian Desert, come with us on a series of fantastic adventures – unabridged as the authors intended. Critically acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance. (Shortlisted by The Wall Street Journal, iTunes, and TIME. Winner of multiple w3 and Voice Arts Awards, a HEAR NOW and an Independent Audiobook Award.)
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Ep. 1069, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 8 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
09/12/2025
Ep. 1069, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 8 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
A final voyage for Blackbeard’s treasure turns out to be more than the boys bargained for. Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. I’m pleased to announce that my recording of P.G. Wodehouse’s The Intrusion of Jimmy is a Finalist for a Narrator of Distinction Award from the Professional Audiobook Narrators Association (PANA). It’s such an honor to be named a finalist among such esteemed narrators. You can listen to this title in the Winner’s Circle category at the website at classictalesaudiobooks.com. Or, if you have the Audiobook Library Card, it’s in the Winner’s Circle category there, as well. I’m so glad this title is getting some more attention. It was an absolute delight to record. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 8 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1068, Anthem, Part 1 of 2, by Ayn Rand VINTAGE
09/09/2025
Ep. 1068, Anthem, Part 1 of 2, by Ayn Rand VINTAGE
“It is a sin to write this. It is a sin to think words no others think and to put them down upon a paper no others are to see. It is base and evil.” Ayn Rand, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, Anthem, Part 1 of 2 by Ayn Rand
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Ep. 1067, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 7 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
09/05/2025
Ep. 1067, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 7 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
The treacherous Ned Rackham is discovered, and Blackbeard makes a legendary last stand. Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. One thing I wanted to mention as our Blackbeard story starts to wind down. When Blackbeard made his last stand, and the author mentions that he wouldn’t die, he’s not kidding. When Maynard examined Blackbeard’s body, he discovered that he was shot in five different places and had been stabbed or otherwise cut twenty times. Just a little gruesome detail for you. Also, and so I guess this is the second thing, the captains of the ships in this story really existed. Stede Bonnet was a pirate known for his high code of conduct. Lieutenant Maynard was the one who swore to take down Blackbeard, and had a final duel with him. Ned Rackham is likely an embellishment of Calico Jack Rackham, who may have sailed with Blackbeard, but certainly knew him. Feel free to dive down any rabbit holes you need to double check. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 7 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1066, The Golden Anaconda, by Elmer Brown Mason VINTAGE
09/02/2025
Ep. 1066, The Golden Anaconda, by Elmer Brown Mason VINTAGE
What is the orchid hunter after, when he joins Wandering Smith on his hunt for anacondas? Elmer Brown Mason, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. Elmer Brown Mason is largely forgotten today, save for aficionados of pulp magazines. His great contribution to the genre of adventure fiction is his five-story series about Wandering Smith. Isaiah Ezekiel, “Wandering” Smith can usually be found at Pere Guerrin’s, a rough hang out in New Orleans. His job is to help anyone “who wants to go after something unusual in a strange place”. And now, The Golden Anaconda, by Elmer Brown Mason
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Ep. 1065, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 6 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
08/29/2025
Ep. 1065, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 6 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
Can Captain Bonnet outwit Blackbeard in a stealthy sea skirmish? Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 6 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1064, The Call of Cthulhu, by H. P. Lovecraft VINTAGE
08/26/2025
Ep. 1064, The Call of Cthulhu, by H. P. Lovecraft VINTAGE
Records surface of a deity with a "cuttlefish head, dragon body, scaly wings, and hieroglyphed pedestal". What would happen if this sleeping Kraken was roused? H.P. Lovecraft, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 5 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1063, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 5 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
08/22/2025
Ep. 1063, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 5 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
Can Jack and his companions make it through the swamp and rendezvous with Captain Bonnet? Or will they be too late? Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 5 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1062, The Mark of Zorro, Part 7 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
08/19/2025
Ep. 1062, The Mark of Zorro, Part 7 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
The dynamic conclusion of Zorro’s first adventures. Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 5 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1061, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 4 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
08/15/2025
Ep. 1061, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 4 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
Why is Blackbeard’s dingy covertly rowing inland? And why is it riding so low in the water? Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 4 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1060, The Mark of Zorro, Part 6 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
08/12/2025
Ep. 1060, The Mark of Zorro, Part 6 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
Events are building for a final showdown in Spanish California. Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 5 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1059, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 3 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
08/08/2025
Ep. 1059, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 3 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
Who will rescue Jack and Joe, now adrift in a raft on the open sea? Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 3 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1058, The Mark of Zorro, Part 5 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
08/05/2025
Ep. 1058, The Mark of Zorro, Part 5 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
Sometimes it’s tough for Don Diego to play the fool and disappoint his father. If only he knew the truth… Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 5 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1057, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 2 of 8, by Ralph D Paine
08/01/2025
Ep. 1057, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 2 of 8, by Ralph D Paine
Why is Blackbeard holding prisoners for ransom off the coast of Charles Town? Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. In today’s episode, you can really tell that Paine was a journalist. The sea battles are very well researched and described with precision. Combining his research chops with a brisk narrative style really delivers a great story. I hope you like it. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 2 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1056, The Mark of Zorro, Part 4 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
07/29/2025
Ep. 1056, The Mark of Zorro, Part 4 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
Zorro continues to swash his buckle through wild Spanish California. Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99/month. Use the coupon code classictales2 and save $3 off your first month! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the titles in the library have been on the podcast. There are thousands of hours of adventure, mystery, and more. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 4 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1055, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 1 of 8, by Ralph D Paine
07/25/2025
Ep. 1055, Blackbeard Buccaneer, Part 1 of 8, by Ralph D Paine
Jack Cockrell’s youthful exploits gain him the favor of a friendly pirate. But could this friendship cause him more evil than good? Ralph D. Paine, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is the perfect solution if you can’t get enough classic audiobooks. Unlimited downloads and streaming of the entire Classic Tales Library for $9.99 a month. Use the coupon code CLASSICTALES2 and save $3 on your first month. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! Only about a quarter of the library has been on the podcast. And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. I was so excited when I found today’s story. Ralph Delahaye Paine was a journalist and novelist who flourished in the early 1900s. He attracted the attention of William Randolph Hearst when he covered the Cuban War for Independence from 1895-98. He continued as a war correspondent until 1903, when he retired from journalism and focused on writing history and fiction. Blackbeard: Buccaneer tells a tale of Edward Teach, the famous pirate known as Blackbeard. Paine uses fictional characters to weave the tale together, but the details around Blackbeard himself are pretty reliable. And now, Blackbeard: Buccaneer, Part 1 of 8, by Ralph D. Paine
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Ep. 1054, The Mark of Zorro, Part 3 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
07/22/2025
Ep. 1054, The Mark of Zorro, Part 3 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
Zorro leaves his mark in his continuing adventures in Spanish California. Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Did you know that some titles are only available with The Audiobook Library Card? Subscribe monthly, or yearly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library. Unlimited audiobooks for $9.99/month. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easier than ever to get listening. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 3 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1053, The Pirate's Treasure, by Dick Dovovan
07/18/2025
Ep. 1053, The Pirate's Treasure, by Dick Dovovan
When you hear a dying confession of a buried treasure, would a slight detour really be that big of a deal? Dick Donovan, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The introductory sale price of $6.99 ends Monday for The Audiobook Library Card. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. You can also subscribe yearly at the lower price, if you like. But only until Monday. Go to or follow the link in the show notes. The Audiobook Library Card is an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! And with the Audiobook Library Card, you gain access to everything. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. And now, “The Pirate’s Treasure”, by Dick Donovan
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Ep. 1052, The Mark of Zorro, Part 2 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
07/15/2025
Ep. 1052, The Mark of Zorro, Part 2 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
The Curse of Capistrano continues to uncover villainy in Spanish California. Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now available, and folks are having a blast. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99/month. This offer is only good until July 20th, so lock in the lower price by subscribing today! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. For those who already support us at the $10/month level or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. Just check your latest receipt for instructions. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. Today’s story was originally released in Season Five of the podcast. It’s a ton of fun. I hope you like it. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 1 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1051, The Ruby of Kishmoor, by Howard Pyle
07/11/2025
Ep. 1051, The Ruby of Kishmoor, by Howard Pyle
Why does a mysteriously veiled woman give a seafaring Quaker charge over a trinket? How will keeping this bauble safe keep her out of peril? Howard Pyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now available, and folks are having a blast. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. This offer is only good until July 20th, so lock in your lower pricing today! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 18 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. For those who already support us at the $10/month level or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. And we appreciate you so much! So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. And now, “The Ruby of Kishmoor”, by Howard Pyle
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Ep. 1050, The Mark of Zorro, Part 1 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
07/08/2025
Ep. 1050, The Mark of Zorro, Part 1 of 7, by Johnston McCulley VINTAGE
Don Diego Vega’s dark and flashing eyes hide a scandalous secret. Johnston McCulley, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now available, and folks are having a blast. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in the entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99/month. This offer is only good until July 20th, so lock in the lower price by subscribing today! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. For those who already support us at the $10/month level or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. Just check your latest receipt for instructions. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. Today’s story was originally released in Season Five of the podcast. It’s a ton of fun. I hope you like it. And now, The Mark of Zorro, Part 1 of 7, by Johnston McCulley
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Ep. 1049, Captain Scarfield, by Howard Pyle
07/04/2025
Ep. 1049, Captain Scarfield, by Howard Pyle
The Book of Pirates continues with the tale of Captain Scarsfield. Howard Pyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now available, and folks are having a blast. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. This offer is only good until July 20th, so lock in your lower pricing today! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. For those who already support us at the $10/month level or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. Pirate summer continues with another tale from Howard Pyle’s Book of Pirates: Captain Scarsfield. I hope you like it. And now, “Captain Scarfield”, by Howard Pyle
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Ep. 1048, The Five Orange Pips, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE
07/01/2025
Ep. 1048, The Five Orange Pips, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE
Can Sherlock Holmes discover why a letter containing five orange pips, strikes John Openshaw with such terror? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now available, and folks are having a blast. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. This offer is only good until July 20th, so get yours now! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. For those who already support us at the $10/month level or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. So, head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com, hit the appropriate button, and start listening. And now, “The Five Orange Pips”, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1047, The Ghost of Captain Brand, by Howard Pyle
06/27/2025
Ep. 1047, The Ghost of Captain Brand, by Howard Pyle
Pirates, ghosts, and buried treasure on the Spanish Main – it’s time for another Pirate Summer with a tale from the Book of Pirates. Howard Pyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now available, and folks are having a blast. Subscribe monthly, and stream or download any title in entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. This offer is only good until July 20th, so get yours now! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It’s an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. For those who already support us at the $10/month level or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. So head on over to audiobooklibrarycard.com and start listening. I figured it was time for another Pirate Summer! I’m crazy for stories about pirates. So we’ll have some short stories and even a novel chock full of pirates, treasure, and above all – adventure. So swash your buckle, shiver your timbers, and get ready for a trip to the Spanish Main. And now, “The Ghost of Captain Brand”, by Howard Pyle
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Ep. 1046, The Man Who Lived Backwards, by Charles F. Hall VINTAGE
06/24/2025
Ep. 1046, The Man Who Lived Backwards, by Charles F. Hall VINTAGE
Where can you find a world where raindrops cut through you like bullets, and the sandwiches are as hard as concrete? Charles F. Hall details the intricacies of living in the past, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now live. For a limited time, you can get unlimited download and streaming access to the entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. This offer is only good for this first month, so get yours now! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It will be an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. The Perks Program is scheduled to be released next week. For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. Going forward, we won’t do the coupon codes at this level, because there’s no need. Everything is available and accessible at the $10 a month point and above. So head on over to and start listening. And now, “The Man Who Lived Backwards”, by Charles F. Hall
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Ep. 1045, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 8 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
06/20/2025
Ep. 1045, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 8 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
Now, Archie isn’t the sharpest tool in the shed, but he does have a good edge to him. At least he thought so, until he forgot the one thing a newly married man should never forget. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The Audiobook Library Card is now live. For a limited time, you can get access to the entire Classic Tales Library for $6.99. This offer is only good for this first month, so get yours now! Go to or follow the link in the show notes. It will be an all-you-can-listen smorgasbord of classics I’ve been building for the last 19 years. Many have won awards! The best part is – once you’re logged in to the library, there’s no orders to place! It’s easy to tap and stream, or tap and download your favorite books. It’s easier than ever to get listening. The Perks Program is scheduled to be released next week. For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription has been automatically upgraded to include the Audiobook Library Card. Going forward, we won’t do the coupon codes at this level, because there’s no need. Everything is available and accessible at the $10 a month point and above. So head on over to and start listening. And now, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 8 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Ep. 1044, Deep Waters, by P.G. Wodehouse VINTAGE
06/17/2025
Ep. 1044, Deep Waters, by P.G. Wodehouse VINTAGE
George Callendar is an excellent swimmer – until it’s suddenly convenient not to be… P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. We are in the final stages of developing the Audiobook Library Card. The database is now complete, and we are working out the final kinks of the product now. Go to for the latest updates. It will be an all-you-can-hear, streamable plan for the entire The Classic Tales library. That’s right - you’ll be able to stream or download all you want. We are also developing a Perks Program, where businesses can offer the Audiobook Library Card as a perk or benefit to their clients, employees, students, et cetera. One monthly subscription will give complete download and streaming access to all their people. No limits. The Perks Program will start at an introductory price of $45.99/month. Think of the things you could do! For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription will be automatically upgraded to the Audiobook Library Card. If you want instant access when we launch, upgrade your subscription to the $10 a month mark today! And now, “Deep Waters”, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Ep. 1043, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 7 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
06/13/2025
Ep. 1043, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 7 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
Food flies at the Hotel Cosmopolis! Archie skillfully exploits the vagaries of dietary warfare. P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. We are in the final stages of developing the Audiobook Library Card. The database is now complete, and we are working out the final kinks of the product now. Go to for the latest updates. It will be an all-you-can-hear, streamable plan for the entire The Classic Tales library. That’s right - you’ll be able to stream or download all you want. We are also developing a Perks Program, where businesses can offer the Audiobook Library Card as a perk or benefit to their clients, employees, students, et cetera. One monthly subscription will give complete download and streaming access to all their people. No limits. The Perks Program will start at an introductory price of $45.99/month. Think of the things you could do! For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription will be automatically upgraded to the Audiobook Library Card. If you want instant access when we launch, upgrade your subscription to the $10 a month mark today! And now, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 7 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Ep. 1042, The Red-Headed League, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE
06/10/2025
Ep. 1042, The Red-Headed League, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE
Can Sherlock Holmes discover why the cushiest job in the world suddenly dried up? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. We are in the final stages of developing the Audiobook Library Card. The database is now complete, and we are working out the final kinks of the product now. Go to for the latest updates. It will be an all-you-can-hear, streamable plan for the entire The Classic Tales library. That’s right - you’ll be able to stream or download all you want. We are also developing a Perks Program, where businesses can offer the Audiobook Library Card as a perk or benefit to their clients, employees, students, et cetera. One monthly subscription will give complete download and streaming access to all their people. No limits. The Perks Program will start at an introductory price of $45.99/month. Think of the things you could do! For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription will be automatically upgraded to the Audiobook Library Card. If you want instant access when we launch, upgrade your subscription to the $10 a month mark today! And now, “The Red-Headed League”, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1041, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 6 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
06/06/2025
Ep. 1041, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 6 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
Announcing Bill’s betrothed isn’t going to sit well with the old dad. Can Archie rally round and lend a hand? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. We are in the final stages of developing the Audiobook Library Card. The database is now complete, and we are working out the final kinks of the product now. Go to for the latest updates. It will be an all-you-can-hear, streamable plan for the entire The Classic Tales library. That’s right - you’ll be able to stream or download all you want. We are also developing a Perks Program, where businesses can offer the Audiobook Library Card as a perk or benefit to their clients, employees, students, et cetera. One monthly subscription will give complete download and streaming access to all their people. No limits. The Perks Program will start at an introductory price of $45.99/month. Think of the things you could do! For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription will be automatically upgraded to the Audiobook Library Card. If you want instant access when we launch, upgrade your subscription to the $10 a month mark today! And now, Indiscretions of Archie, Part 6 of 8, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Ep. 1040, In Letters of Fire, by Gason Leroux VINTAGE
06/03/2025
Ep. 1040, In Letters of Fire, by Gason Leroux VINTAGE
In the hollow of a terrible storm, four hunters meet a melancholy madman who offers them shelter. But has this man really lost his mind, or is he laboring under the burden of a terrible curse? Gaston Leroux, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. The audiobook library card is moving forward nicely, and if you’d like to see, you can go to . It will be an all-you-can-hear, streamable plan for The Classic Tales. In just a few weeks, there will be a subscription that will give you on demand access to the entire Classic Tales Audiobooks library. The library contains dozens of novel length titles that have never been on the podcast. Furthermore, folks with businesses, libraries, students, what have you, will be able to pay for a crazy low monthly subscription, and give complete access to all their people. This will be a great all-inclusive solution to your audiobook needs. So, keep your ears peeled for new developments, and I’ll keep you up to date. For those who already support us at the $10/month rate or more, your subscription will be automatically upgraded to the Audiobook Library Card. Good things are coming! And now, In Letters of Fire, by Gaston Leroux
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