Episodes

  • 018 - Random Sketches - Parts 19 to 22

    018 - Random Sketches - Parts 19 to 22
    Nov 25 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    44 mins
  • 017 - Random Sketches - Parts 16 to 18

    017 - Random Sketches - Parts 16 to 18
    Nov 24 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    34 mins
  • 016 - Random Sketches - Parts 13 to 15

    016 - Random Sketches - Parts 13 to 15
    Nov 23 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    34 mins
  • 015 - Random Sketches - Parts 10 to 12

    015 - Random Sketches - Parts 10 to 12
    Nov 22 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    38 mins
  • 014 - Random Sketches - Parts 7 to 9

    014 - Random Sketches - Parts 7 to 9
    Nov 21 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    33 mins
  • 013 - Random Sketches - Parts 4 to 6

    013 - Random Sketches - Parts 4 to 6
    Nov 20 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    34 mins
  • 012 - Random Sketches - Parts 1 to 3

    012 - Random Sketches - Parts 1 to 3
    Nov 19 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    37 mins
  • 011 - Rake O' Flaze - Parts 8 to 10

    011 - Rake O' Flaze - Parts 8 to 10
    Nov 18 2025
    During the tumultuous years of the First World War, Harold Ashton served as the War Correspondent for The Daily News, documenting the British armys valiant efforts on the frontlines and the intricate logistics that supported them. From the harrowing trenches to the tireless work of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Ashtons reports captured the complex tapestry of triumphs and tragedies that defined the conflict. Yet, in this collection of short stories, he reveals a different side of a war-weary journalist, spinning a diverse array of tales that blend elements of truth with fiction. Each yarn, infused with a touch of classic British humor, offers a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of war and the resilience of the human spirit. - Summary by Steve C
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    38 mins