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. 1184, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 2 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft
10/16/2026
Ep. 1184, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 2 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft
What did the drunkard see as a child that was jumping in the waters off of Devil Reef? H.P. Lovecraft, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Last week, our narrator journeyed to Innsmouth, a town in Massachusetts that had been shunned and shrouded in mystery. Apparently, a plague wiped out half the population of the town years ago. And the natives there look different. Last week, the town drunk was telling what he knew about Captain Obed and the strange dealings he had with creatures that would surface out by Devil Reef. And now, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 2 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft
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Ep. 1183, The Thing in the Weeds, by William Hope Hodgson VINTAGE
10/14/2026
Ep. 1183, The Thing in the Weeds, by William Hope Hodgson VINTAGE
A horrible stench hits the noses of the men on deck, and Mr. Lammert goes to investigate. Then he vanishes. William Hope Hodgson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. And there are hundreds of titles to choose from! Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Thing in the Weeds, by William Hope Hodgson
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Ep. 1182, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 1 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft
10/09/2026
Ep. 1182, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 1 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft
Why do people shun the New England town of Innsmouth, like there is a shadow over it? H.P. Lovecraft, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 1 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft
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Ep. 1181, The Ring of Thoth, by Arthur Conan DoyleVINTAGE
10/06/2026
Ep. 1181, The Ring of Thoth, by Arthur Conan DoyleVINTAGE
What kind of ritual is being performed in secret on a mummy in the museum? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. And there are hundreds of titles to choose from! Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Ring of Thoth, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1179, Thurnley Abbey, by Perceval Landon
10/02/2026
Ep. 1179, Thurnley Abbey, by Perceval Landon
Why is Broughton so changed when he moves into Thurley Abbey? Perceval Landon, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Well, our performances went great at FanX the Comic convention in Salt Lake City. The Cthulhu reading in particular packed the room, and people were turned away. We gave out a hundred “Cthulhu Comforters”, which were little rubber fidget toys shaped like an octopus that kind of popped. I told everyone I gave one out to that it was a scary story, so if they need it, they can fidget with the Cthulhu to help the calm down. When the story got intense at the end, I heard people popping their toys in the audience. It was really, really fun. And now for something completely different. Thurnley Abbey was originally released in McClure’s magazine in October 1908. It is the most famous piece of fiction by Perceval Landon, who was a journalist by profession. However, though it is a “one off”, it’s considered one of the most terrifying stories by ghost story buffs. I hope you like it. And now, Thurnley Abbey, by Perceval Landon
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Ep. 1178, The Velveteen Rabbit, by Margery Williams VINTAGE
09/29/2026
Ep. 1178, The Velveteen Rabbit, by Margery Williams VINTAGE
Can the Velveteen Rabbit ever become real? Margery Williams, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. And there are hundreds of titles to choose from! Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Velveteen Rabbit, by Margery Williams
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Ep. 1177, Aesop's Fables, Part One
09/25/2026
Ep. 1177, Aesop's Fables, Part One
How can ancient, anthropomorphized animals possibly be relevant today? Aesop’s Fables, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Today’s episode features an author I’ve wanted to do since I started this show nearly 20 years ago. I just couldn’t figure out how to work Aesop into the lineup. There are so many different translations and editions, I simply never found the right one. Then, as I was researching Somerset Maugham, I ran across a reference to the title of one of his books, Cakes and Ale. Maugham’s Cakes and Ale is a novel exposing the wrongs of societal snobbery. Maugham lifted his title from Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, it seems. Maugham’s novel may have its title inspired from Joseph Jacob’s edition of Aesop’s Fables, as the moral of the story of the Town Mouse and the Country Mouse is: Better Beans and Bacon in peace than Cakes and Ale in fear. Something about that just struck a chord with me. I found the Jacob edition of the fables, and they are fantastic, as you will soon hear. I had toyed around many times with adding one or two to the beginning and end of a show, but I didn’t think that would give them the attention due to them. Which brings us to today’s episode, where we dive in and hear 22 of Aesop’s Fables, one after another. As you listen, you might want to check in on how you’re feeling. If you’re like me, at first I was a little resistive – these feel like kids stories at first. Peter Pan advice, right? Keep listening. See how you feel by the end of the episode. You may realize you want to start it over. And now, Aesop’s Fables Part 1
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Ep. 1176, The Invisible Man, a Father Brown Mystery, by G.K. Chesterton
09/22/2026
Ep. 1176, The Invisible Man, a Father Brown Mystery, by G.K. Chesterton
Can Father Brown help to solve a murder that couldn’t have happened? G.K. Chesterton, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Thursday I’ll be doing a live performance of Jeeves and the Dog MacIntosh, by P.G. Wodehouse at the FanX Convention in Salt Lake City (formerly Salt Lake ComicCon). I’ll also be performing The Call of Cthulhu, by H.P. Lovecraft with three other narrators, and Asleep in Armageddon by Ray Bradbury. Finally, we’re doing a performance of The War of the Worlds Mad Lib style, where the audience chooses half of the story. If you’re going to the convention, be sure to stop by. And now, The Invisible Man, a Father Brown Mystery, by G.K. Chesterton
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Ep. 1175, The Mezzotint, by M.R. James
09/18/2026
Ep. 1175, The Mezzotint, by M.R. James
Why is an ordinary, plain engraving of a country manor valued so highly? M. R. James, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Next week I’ll be doing a live performance of Jeeves and the Dog MacIntosh, by P.G. Wodehouse at the FanX Convention in Salt Lake City (formerly Salt Lake ComicCon). I’ll also be performing The Call of Cthulhu, by H.P. Lovecraft with three other narrators, and Asleep in Armageddon by Ray Bradbury. Finally, we’re doing a performance of War of the Worlds Mad Lib style, where the audience chooses half of the story. If you’re going to the convention, be sure to stop by. If you had to look up the word mezzotint like I did, here’s what you’d find at Merriam-Webster: 1: a manner of engraving on copper or steel by scraping or burnishing a roughened surface to produce light and shade 2: an engraving produced by mezzotint Today’s story has been anthologized and dramatized many times. It felt like an old Twilight Zone episode to me. I hope you like it. And now, The Mezzotint, by M.R. James
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Ep. 1174, MS Found in a Bottle, by Edgar Allan Poe VINTAGE
09/15/2026
Ep. 1174, MS Found in a Bottle, by Edgar Allan Poe VINTAGE
What worlds lie beyond the limits of human exploration? Edgar Allan Poe, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, MS Found in a Bottle, by Edgar Allan Poe
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Ep. 1173, The Sign of the Four, Part 5 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
09/11/2026
Ep. 1173, The Sign of the Four, Part 5 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
All is revealed as Jonathan Small tells his story of treasure, betrayal and revenge. Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Just want to give you a heads-up that you’d like to see a live recording of Jeeves and the Dog MacIntosh, by P.G. Wodehouse, you can. I’ll be performing The Classic Tales Podcast live at the FanX Convention (formerly Salt Lake ComicCon). I’m also having it recorded, and once it’s done, I’ll be sending a link to the video to any and all supporters of the show. Just another reason to help us keep the lights on. And if you haven’t checked it out already, take a listen to my interview with Heather Ordover from Craftlit. And once again, we’re touching on some racism in this week’s episode. As well as some casual drug use. Probably why this story isn’t as well known. Just wanted to give you a heads up. And now, The Sign of the Four, Part 5 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1172, The Phantom Rickshaw, by Rudyard Kipling VINTAGE
09/08/2026
Ep. 1172, The Phantom Rickshaw, by Rudyard Kipling VINTAGE
How will Jack cope when Agnes’s rejection turns into an obsession? Rudyard Kipling, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Phantom Rickshaw, by Rudyard Kipling
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Ep. 1171, The Sign of the Four, Part 4 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
09/04/2026
Ep. 1171, The Sign of the Four, Part 4 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
Can Sherlock Holmes crack the case and discover the elusive thieves and murderers? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Also, today we have an instance of an author using racism as a cheap device to create a villain. Yeah, it’s pretty gross. For the record, any time you say, “everyone who looks like this, or comes from here, or thinks like this – they’re all the same”, yeah, that’s a problem. Unfortunately, many Victorian authors use this and various forms of racism as a cheap shortcut. Just wanted to give you a heads up. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Sign of the Four, Part 4 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1170, The Scholar-Gipsy, by Matthew Arnold VINTAGE
09/01/2026
Ep. 1170, The Scholar-Gipsy, by Matthew Arnold VINTAGE
What can a scholar learn more by joining a wandering band of gypsies? Matthew Arnold, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Scholar-Gipsy, by Matthew Arnold
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Ep. 1169, The Sign of the Four, Part 3 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
08/28/2026
Ep. 1169, The Sign of the Four, Part 3 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
Can Sherlock Holmes follow the trail of a culprit 28 hours ahead of him? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. Okay, so we have a little housekeeping to attend to. First of all, if you’d like to see a live recording of Jeeves and the Dog MacIntosh, by P.G. Wodehouse, you can. I’ll be performing The Classic Tales Podcast live at the FanX Convention (formerly Salt Lake ComicCon). I’ll also be one of four narrators performing The Call of Cthulhu live, as well as Asleep in Armageddon, by Ray Bradbury. So if you’re in the area, and are planning on attending, please come and say hi. There’s also a super fun interview I had with Heather Ordover from CraftLit, the annotated audiobook podcast, that you can check out. Her podcast turns 20 this year, and since many of her listeners have heard my work, since she’s used some of my recordings in her show, she was gracious enough to have a chat with me. If you wonder why I do this, or what my story is, it’s a great snapshot of lil’ ol’ me. A link to the interview can be found in the show notes. Also, today we have an instance of an author using racism as a cheap device to create a villain. Yeah, it’s pretty gross. For the record, any time you say, “everyone who looks like this, or comes from here, or thinks like this – they’re all the same”, yeah, that’s a problem. Unfortunately, many Victorian authors use this and various forms of racism as a cheap shortcut. Just wanted to give you a heads up. And now, The Sign of the Four, Part 3 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1168, The Tree That Reached the Sky, Part 2 of 2, by Anonymous VINTAGE
08/25/2026
Ep. 1168, The Tree That Reached the Sky, Part 2 of 2, by Anonymous VINTAGE
A seven-headed dragon, and a witch that sharpens her knife on her tongue. Among other things. A Hungarian Folk Tale, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Tree that Reached the Sky, a Hungarian Folk Tale, Part 2 of 2, by Anonymous
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Ep. 1167, The Sign of the Four, Part 2 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
08/21/2026
Ep. 1167, The Sign of the Four, Part 2 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
Treasure is found, and tragedy strikes. Can Holmes and Watson discover who is to blame? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Sign of the Four, Part 2 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1166, The Tree That Reached the Sky, Part 1 of 2, by Anonymous VINTAGE
08/18/2026
Ep. 1166, The Tree That Reached the Sky, Part 1 of 2, by Anonymous VINTAGE
A quest to cure a king takes a lonely swineherd on a journey into the skies. A Hungarian Folk Tale, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Tree that Reached the Sky, a Hungarian Folk Tale, Part 1 of 2, by Anonymous
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Ep. 1165, The Sign of the Four, Part 1 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
08/14/2026
Ep. 1165, The Sign of the Four, Part 1 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
Can Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson discover who is giving their client a gift of an exotic pearl every year? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. Unlimited everything. With a monthly donation of $9.99 or more, that’s what you get. Unlimited access to everything I’ve recorded for the last 19 years. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, and elsewhere. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. And it all directly supports the show. The guy who does all the work. That’d be me. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way to support the show. Thank you so much. And now, The Sign of the Four, Part 1 of 5, by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Ep. 1164, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Part 3 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson VINTAGE
08/11/2026
Ep. 1164, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Part 3 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson VINTAGE
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde comes to its stunning conclusion. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. It’s a tricky thing doing a show every week, no matter what life throws in your way. I mentioned how I’m the only one here, and that’s how it is – week after week. Good days, bad days, doesn’t matter – gotta put out a top notch show every week. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting in a way that qualifies for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. As in, unlimited everything. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, part 2 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1163, David Balfour, Part 9 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
08/07/2026
Ep. 1163, David Balfour, Part 9 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
Can Alan Breck help the star-crossed lovers come together for good and all? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. It’s a tricky thing doing a show every week, no matter what life throws in your way. I mentioned how I’m the only one here, and that’s how it is – week after week. Good days, bad days, doesn’t matter – gotta put out a top notch show every week. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting with a subscription for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. As in, unlimited everything. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, David Balfour, Part 9 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1162, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Part 2 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson VINTAGE
08/04/2026
Ep. 1162, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Part 2 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson VINTAGE
Can Henry Jekyll secure the materials he needs to come back to reality? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. I just want to give you a quick reminder that this show is independently curated, produced, narrated, directed, copywritten, edited, mixed, and marketed by one person – myself. I also produce the artwork, update the websites, and manage the customer service. And this isn’t my full-time job, even though I’m in my twentieth year of podcasting. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting in a way that qualifies for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. As in, unlimited everything. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, part 2 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1161, David Balfour, Part 8 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
07/31/2026
Ep. 1161, David Balfour, Part 8 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
What will David and his traveling companion do when they find themselves friendless and penniless in Rotterdam? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. I just want to give you a quick reminder that this show is independently curated, produced, narrated, directed, copywritten, edited, mixed, and marketed by one person – myself. I also produce the artwork, update the websites, and manage the customer service. And this isn’t my full-time job, even though I’m in my twentieth year of podcasting. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting with a subscription for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. As in, unlimited everything. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, David Balfour, Part 8 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1160, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Part 1 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson VINTAGE
07/28/2026
Ep. 1160, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Part 1 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson VINTAGE
A twisted, gnarled man haunts the dark London streets, and behind his burning eyes lies a black and murky secret. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. I just want to give you a quick reminder that this show is independently curated, produced, narrated, directed, copywritten, edited, mixed, and marketed by one person – myself. I also produce the artwork, update the websites, and manage the customer service. And this isn’t my full-time job, even though I’m in my twentieth year of podcasting. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting with a subscription for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, part 1 of 3, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1159, David Balfour, Part 7 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
07/24/2026
Ep. 1159, David Balfour, Part 7 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
What can David do when he gets the worst news possible – that Catriona is in jail? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. I just want to give you a quick reminder that this show is independently curated, produced, narrated, directed, copywritten, edited, mixed, and marketed by one person – myself. I also produce the artwork, update the websites, and manage the customer service. And this isn’t my full-time job, even though I’m in my twentieth year of podcasting. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting with a subscription for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, David Balfour, Part 7 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1158, The Door in the Wall, by H.G. Wells VINTAGE
07/21/2026
Ep. 1158, The Door in the Wall, by H.G. Wells VINTAGE
A young boy discovers a door that leads to all the wonders of his imagination, but can he ever find it again? H.G. Wells, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. I just want to give you a quick reminder that this show is independently curated, produced, narrated, directed, copywritten, edited, mixed, and marketed by one person – myself. I also produce the artwork, update the websites, and manage the customer service. And this isn’t my full-time job, even though I’m in my twentieth year of podcasting. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting with a subscription for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. In this crazy world where AI and big businesses are really working hard to make it difficult for little creative guys like me to make a go of it, your support is really felt on a personal level. So thank you for your support. And if you can’t financially support us, just tell a friend about your favorite episode. You can talk about how Jules Verne wrote a book about Russian spies you didn’t know about. Or how this Scottish adventure is working out for you. Or one of our vintage episodes with Sherlock Holmes or from L. Frank Baum. Honestly, that’s why I do this. To get people to discover the wonders of these stories, especially folks who otherwise wouldn’t run across them. So come and enjoy the show. If you can lend a hand, it’s very appreciated. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, The Door in the Wall, by H.G. Wells
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Ep. 1157, David Balfour, Part 6 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
07/17/2026
Ep. 1157, David Balfour, Part 6 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
Can David overcome the insurmountable to testify in favor of James of the Glens? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. I just want to give you a quick reminder that this show is independently curated, produced, narrated, directed, copywritten, edited, mixed, and marketed by one person – myself. I also produce the artwork, update the websites, and manage the customer service. And this isn’t my full-time job, even though I’m in my twentieth year of podcasting. So if you’re looking for a way to support the actual creative artists who make the stuff you enjoy, this is really a great place to support. And by supporting with a subscription for the Audiobook Library Card, you get so much bang for your buck. In this crazy world where AI and big businesses are really working hard to make it difficult for little creative guys like me to make a go of it, your support is really felt on a personal level. So thank you for your support. And if you can’t financially support us, just tell a friend about your favorite episode. You can talk about how Jules Verne wrote a book about Russian spies you didn’t know about. Or how this Scottish adventure is working out for you. Or one of our vintage episodes with Sherlock Holmes or from L. Frank Baum. Honestly, that’s why I do this. To get people to discover the wonders of these stories, especially folks who otherwise wouldn’t run across them. So come and enjoy the show. If you can lend a hand, it’s very appreciated. Go to classictalesaudiobooks.com today and choose the best way for you to support the show. Every little bit helps. And now, David Balfour, Part 6 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1156, The Mandarin and the Butterfly, and The Glass Dog, by L. Frank BaumVINTAGE
07/14/2026
Ep. 1156, The Mandarin and the Butterfly, and The Glass Dog, by L. Frank BaumVINTAGE
Magicians that can talk to butterflies, and glass dogs that bark. Two American fairy tales by L. Frank Baum, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. With the audiobook library card, you gain access to the entire Classic Tales Library that I’ve been working on for 19 years. Hundreds of titles, and thousands of hours of classic audiobooks in tons of genres. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, Barnes and Noble, etc.. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. Stop counting credits, or waiting for Libby, and get your Audiobook Library Card for only $9.99 a month. It’s the best deal on the internet. You’re going to love it. Go to and choose the plan that’s right for you. And now, The Mandarin and the Butterfly, and The Glass Dog, two fairy tales by L. Frank Baum
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Ep. 1155, David Balfour, Part 5 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
07/10/2026
Ep. 1155, David Balfour, Part 5 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
Will David get captured once Alan has secured his passage? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. With the audiobook library card, you gain access to the entire Classic Tales Library that I’ve been working on for 19 years. Hundreds of titles, and thousands of hours of classic audiobooks in tons of genres. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, Barnes and Noble, etc.. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. Stop counting credits, or waiting for Libby, and get your Audiobook Library Card for only $9.99 a month. It’s the best deal on the internet. You’re going to love it. Go to and choose the plan that’s right for you. And now, David Balfour, Part 5 of 9, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Ep. 1154, The Adventure of the Six Napoleons, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE
07/07/2026
Ep. 1154, The Adventure of the Six Napoleons, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE
Can Sherlock Holmes discover why so many busts of Napoleon are getting mysteriously destroyed? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook approach delivers an immersive experience in classic literature. I’m your host BJ Harrison. I’m glad you could join us. With the audiobook library card, you gain access to the entire Classic Tales Library that I’ve been working on for 19 years. Hundreds of titles, and thousands of hours of classic audiobooks in tons of genres. These are the same titles found on Audible, Spotify, Barnes and Noble, etc.. They already have thousands of five-star ratings. Many have won awards. And you can download all you want. No limits. Stop counting credits, or waiting for Libby, and get your Audiobook Library Card for only $9.99 a month. It’s the best deal on the internet. You’re going to love it. Go to and choose the plan that’s right for you.
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