The Classic Tales Podcast

B.J. Harrison
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Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian desert, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world's greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance.

  1. 2d ago

    The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains, by Frederick Marryat VINTAGE

    A father and his three children seek a new life in the Hartz mountains. But something seems off about Katrina, the mountain maid... Frederick Marryat, 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 the extensive Classic Tales Audiobooks Library. 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 White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains, by Frederick Marryat     Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.     Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:     Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains, by Frederick Marryat VINTAGE

  2. 6d ago

    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   Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link to hear the interview with BJ and Heather Ordover from CraftLit   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.       Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:       Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 2 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft

  3. Oct 14

    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     Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.     Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:     Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    The Thing in the Weeds, by William Hope Hodgson VINTAGE

  4. Oct 9

    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   Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link to hear the interview with BJ and Heather Ordover from CraftLit   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.       Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:       Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    The Shadow Over Innsmouth, Part 1 of 4, by H.P. Lovecraft

  5. Oct 6

    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     Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.     Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:     Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    The Ring of Thoth, by Arthur Conan DoyleVINTAGE

  6. Oct 2

    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   Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link to hear the interview with BJ and Heather Ordover from CraftLit   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.       Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:       Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    Thurnley Abbey, by Perceval Landon

  7. Sep 29

    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     Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.     Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:     Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    The Velveteen Rabbit, by Margery Williams VINTAGE

  8. Sep 25

    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   Follow this link to get The Audiobook Library Card for a special price of $9.99/month   Follow this link to hear the interview with BJ and Heather Ordover from CraftLit   Follow this link and get Multiple Licenses for The Audiobook Library Card   Follow this link and watch the new video walkthrough using PocketBook.       Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel:       Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast:     Follow this link to follow us on Instagram:     Follow this link to follow us on Facebook:

    Aesop's Fables, Part One
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Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian desert, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world's greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance.

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  • Creator
    B.J. Harrison
  • Years Active
    2007 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © ℗ 2007-2026 by B.J. Harrison All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    The Classic Tales Podcast

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