Episodes

  • 28 - The White-Hope Link

    28 - The White-Hope Link
    Nov 28 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    5 mins
  • 27 - Mrs Porter's Waterloo

    27 - Mrs Porter's Waterloo
    Nov 27 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    17 mins
  • 26 - The Sixty-first Street Cyclone

    26 - The Sixty-first Street Cyclone
    Nov 26 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    17 mins
  • 25 - Pastures New

    25 - Pastures New
    Nov 25 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    12 mins
  • 24 - Dolls with Souls

    24 - Dolls with Souls
    Nov 24 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    21 mins
  • 23 - Mr Penway on the Grill

    23 - Mr Penway on the Grill
    Nov 23 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    20 mins
  • 22 - Accepting the Gifts of the Gods

    22 - Accepting the Gifts of the Gods
    Nov 22 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    15 mins
  • 21 - At One in the Morning

    21 - At One in the Morning
    Nov 21 2025
    Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)
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    16 mins