Episodes

  • 031 - Chapter 31 A Medieval Romance

    031 - Chapter 31 A Medieval Romance
    Dec 8 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    18 mins
  • 030 - Chapter 30 Mr Bloke's Item

    030 - Chapter 30 Mr Bloke's Item
    Dec 7 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    8 mins
  • 029 - Chapter 29 The Late Benjamin Franklin

    029 - Chapter 29 The Late Benjamin Franklin
    Dec 6 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    7 mins
  • 028 - Chapter 28 Science vs Luck

    028 - Chapter 28 Science vs Luck
    Dec 5 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    6 mins
  • 027 - Chapter 27 A Fine Old Man

    027 - Chapter 27 A Fine Old Man
    Dec 4 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    1 min
  • 026 - Chapter 26 Riley-Newspaper Correspondent

    026 - Chapter 26 Riley-Newspaper Correspondent
    Dec 3 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    9 mins
  • 025 - Chapter 25 A Fashion Item

    025 - Chapter 25 A Fashion Item
    Dec 2 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    2 mins
  • 024 - Chapter 22 My Late Senatorial Secretaryship

    024 - Chapter 22 My Late Senatorial Secretaryship
    Dec 1 2025
    Dive into this captivating collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain, published in 1882. Among the delightful sketches, youll find the iconic The Jumping Frog, presented in its original English alongside a French translation (narrated by Caroline Mittler). Twains clever re-translation highlights the amusing inaccuracies of the French version, showcasing his sharp wit and humor. Through these sketches, Twains remarkable ability for outrageous and hilarious storytelling shines, often reflecting on the quirks of contemporary life. (Summary by John Greenman)
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    12 mins