Episodes

  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 14 - January 1st

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 14 - January 1st
    May 12 2026
    In which the author delights in tranquil, moonlit drives through fragrant forests accompanied by the faithful if occasionally drowsy Peter, whose gentle disposition softens even the mishaps of bolting horses and overturned sleighs. Evening descends with the song of nightingales and the passage of wild geese beneath a starlit sky, while companions muse over the charm and perils of such eccentric pleasures amid the crisp Baltic air.
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    29 mins
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 13 - December 27th

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 13 - December 27th
    May 11 2026
    In which a winter picnic in the forest reveals the challenges of eating sandwiches with fur-lined gloves and tending to anxious horses, while the quiet companionship of a loyal old coachman offers a comforting presence. The fading light and gentle banter softly underscore the simple, enduring pleasures found in nature and kindness.
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    14 mins
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 12 - December 22nd

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 12 - December 22nd
    May 10 2026
    In which the season’s radiant frost and crystallised air transform the landscape into a jubilant realm of skating adventures, winter picnics, and the shimmering embrace of the Baltic’s frozen shore, all observed with a blend of affectionate amusement and contemplative charm. Amidst the ritual of birthdays and the gentle triumphs of freedom from social conventions, the beauty of nature and the delight of companionship shine through, illuminated equally by laughter, frosted trees, and the quiet majesty of a sky-bound sea.
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    25 mins
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 11 - December 7th

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 11 - December 7th
    May 9 2026
    In which the quiet intimacies of hand-kissing customs and the practical challenges of maintaining a garden in a dry climate unfold amidst reflections on family life and the elusive art of child-rearing. The delicate interplay of personalities—between the writer, her charming companions, the elusive gardener, and the ever-watchful Man of Wrath—paints a gentle portrait of domestic rhythms, whispered tensions, and the tender hopes sewn into the soil of a growing garden and family.
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    12 mins
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 10 - November 20th

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 10 - November 20th
    May 8 2026
    In which a midnight gathering around the fire invites a lively discourse on the curious social and legal status of women in Germany, revealing contrasting opinions between the hostess, her guests, and the silent Man of Wrath. Amid dance lessons, sharp wit, and candid reflections on vanity, politics, and the nursing of the sick, the conversation gently unmasks the delicate illusions that women cherish and the practical realities that men observe.
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    17 mins
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 9 - November 11th

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 9 - November 11th
    May 7 2026
    In which the quiet corners of a neglected garden evoke childhood memories, tender labours, and unexpected encounters that stir both laughter and reflection amid the changing seasons. With a sharp eye on the rhythms of winter life, the author muses on human nature, social roles, and the delicate interplay of duty and pleasure that accompanies the care of both garden and household.
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    1 hr
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 8 - September 15th

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 8 - September 15th
    May 6 2026
    In which the solemn presence of a just and dignified grandfather pervades childhood memories, his stern wisdom and peculiar habits both respected and quietly mourned upon his passing. Meanwhile, tender reflections on a father’s quiet authority and the bittersweet transformation of cherished garden spaces evoke the delicate interplay of affection, discipline, and the inevitable march of change.
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    6 mins
  • Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 7 - July 11th

    Elizabeth and her German Garden Section 7 - July 11th
    May 5 2026
    In which a nostalgic pilgrimage to a long-abandoned family garden unfolds amidst mist and memory, where the bittersweet mingling of youthful joys and present uncertainties dwell in the quiet dampness of overgrown paths. The garden’s familiar shadows and secret corners cast a spell of renewed youth and reflection, as Elizabeth confronts both the ghosts of her past and the delicate reality of revisiting a home once hers.
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    13 mins