Best Stephen A Hart Podcasts (2025)

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LOVE BEFORE BREAKFAST by FRANK STOCKTON 56:12

1h ago56:12

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Frank Stockton was best known for his humurous children's stories and later "fairy tales for adults" in which he pokes fun at our human capacity for misundesrstanding while building a very credible love story. He wrote the story in the mid 19th century and didnt live long enough to enjoy seeing it beceome a movie in 1936 starring Carole Lombard and…

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Tom Segura Headlines Montreal's Just for Laughs Comedy Festival Return PLUS Jimmy Kimmel's New Web Series 7:44

16h ago7:44

7:44

Johnny Mac delivers the latest comedy news, celebrating the return of Montreal's Just for Laughs Comedy Festival after financial issues and new ownership. Headliners include Tom Segura, Mae Martin, and Russell Peters, with additional acts like Michelle Buteau and Adam Ray. The festival runs from July 16th to 27th. In other news, Jimmy Kimmel launch…

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New Pope Jokes, Amy Schumer vs Hilaria Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan on the Knicks 8:49

5h ago8:49

8:49

Johnny Mac provides the latest comedy news, highlighting jokes and comments around the new American Pope from Chicago. He touches on celebrity feuds, specifically Amy Schumer calling Hilaria Baldwin a sociopath. There's also discussion on Bert Kreischer's weight loss secrets, Nate Bargatze's plans for Madison Square Garden, John Oliver's proposal f…

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Jay Leno: Good Guy or Bad Guy? 11:29

5h ago11:29

11:29

Johnny Mac covers a variety of comedy topics including John Oliver's critique of a UK version of Saturday Night Live, David Cross's multifaceted career and tour, and Jimmy O. Yang's upcoming show in Hong Kong. The episode also features insights from Howie Mandel, Hannah Berner's perspective on reality TV vs. stand-up comedy, and a discussion about …

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BEST OF (#61 OF 566) LANTY FOSTER'S MISTAKE by BRET HARTE 39:53

31m ago39:53

39:53

By Jon Hagadorn

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Sarah Silverman's Netflix Special, Conan O'Brien's New TV Season, and More 13:34

2h ago13:34

13:34

Johnny Mac discusses Sarah Silverman's upcoming Netflix special 'Postmortem' set to release on May 20th. Season two of 'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is now available on Max, featuring Conan's travels to New Zealand, Spain, and Austria. Conan also appears at a leadership convention in Las Vegas. The show highlights controversy surrounding Nate Bargatze's …

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JEEVES TAKES CHARGE by P.G. WODEHOUSE 48:21

13h ago48:21

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Jeeves Takes Charge" is a short story by P. G. Wodehouse, and features the young gentleman Bertie Wooster and his valet Jeeves. The story was published in the Saturday Evening Post in the United States in November 1916, and in The Strand Magazine in the United Kingdom in April 1923. The story was also included in the 1925 collection Carry On, Jeeve…

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Boneheads Season 1 Recap! 54:07

5d ago54:07

54:07

Woohoo! We have finished recapping the first season of Bones! To celebrate, Carla and Emily sit down to reflect on the season as a whole, from the initial pilot to the cliffhanger finale, and discuss what lies ahead. They take a look at how it started and how it ended for our favorite ‘ships, the characters and locations they’re saying goodbye to, …

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Bill Burr's Perspective on Fame P:US John Mulaney's Show Struggling? 11:07

1d ago11:07

11:07

Johnny Mac discusses Bill Burr's feature in The New Yorker, where Burr reflects on the temptations and challenges of fame, and his approach to comedy. The show also covers John Mulaney's Netflix series, noting its initial success and subsequent decline in viewership. Additionally, Johnny highlights insights from the comedy industry, including Nate …

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Simon Cowell - ‘I often think: what gives me the right to judge people?’ 1:01:58

5d ago1:01:58

1:01:58

Simon Cowell has built an entertainment empire on his ability to say exactly what he thinks and an uncanny ability to judge the public mood. From launching Pop Idol in 2001, The X Factor in 2004 and the cultural behemoth Britain’s Got Talent in 2007, he has been at the helm of primetime around the world for over a quarter of a century. His TV shows…

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The Ontology of Spirit in Jonathan Pageau and John Vervaeke - Part 1 - Teleology and Epistemology 1:12:06

2d ago1:12:06

1:12:06

This conversation discusses the similarities between Jonathan Pageau and John Vervaeke with regards to ontology, teleology, and epistemology. This is in preparation for a conversation in preparation for the midwestuary conference. I mention John Vervaeke ( @johnvervaeke ), Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ), Mary Harrington, Aristotle, Plato, Socr…

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Conan on Netflix, Nate Bargatze's New Book, Jost leaving SNL? 11:34

2d ago11:34

11:34

Johnny Mac dives into recent comedy highlights, starting with Conan O'Brien winning the Mark Twain Prize, now available on Netflix, with notable performances from John Mulaney, Nikki Glaser, and others. Nate Bargatze's is out doing press for the new book 'Big Dumb Eyes,' touching on Nate's journey in comedy and his strategic decision-making. The ep…

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Rosie Fellner & Ross Clarke on Indie Filmmaking, Financing, Sales & Cinema Distribution of their produced feature The Uninvited. 1:06:46

3d ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Joining us this week are Feature film producers Rosie Fellner & Ross Clarke to chat to Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir on their latest indie feature starring Walton Goggins, Elizabeth Reaser, Lois Smith and Pedro Pascal. Directed by Nadia Connors. They talk the intricacies and difficulties of Indie Film-making. Financing a feature film. What comes fi…

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Son Lux (Thunderbolts*) 1:14:43

3d ago1:14:43

1:14:43

Oscar-nominated experimental band/composing trio Son Lux joins Score after their breakout success on EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE, and as their latest film, Marvel’s THUNDERBOLTS*, releases in theaters. How the solo project from Ryan Lott led to working as a trio with Rafiq Bhatia, Ian Chang — incorporating unique electronic instrumentation wi…

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Has Joe Rogan lost his podcast mojo? No. 13:36

3d ago13:36

13:36

Johnny Mac dives into a discussion about the current top female comedians, questioning why Nikki Glaser is missing from a recent Vogue list. He then explores Joe Rogan's podcast rankings and how they fluctuate due to factors like recency bias and subscriber engagement. Mack provides a detailed breakdown of Rogan's earnings from podcast advertising.…

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AN O.HENRY DOUBLE-HEADER TOBIN'S PALM and THE COMING OUT OF MAGGIE 34:51

7d ago34:51

34:51

Tobin's Palm From O' Henry's 'The Four Million': Two young sons of Ireland , John and Daniel (Tobin) head for Coney Island Amusement Park in order that good palm John can relieve Daniel of his worries over his girlfriend's not having arrived yet from County Sligo with his money. It's been three moneths and no sign of her. He consults a fortune tell…

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The Comedy Special Drought - Conan O'Brien on Netflix kicks off a slow comedy month 11:22

4d ago11:22

11:22

Johnny Mac discusses the slow period for comedy specials, highlighting notable releases from platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon. He delves into recent and upcoming specials, including David Spade's 'Dandelion,' Sarah Silverman, and Gerard Carmichael. Johnny shares a funny anecdote about Jay Leno's impromptu visit to David Letterman’s house an…

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Tom Segura's Totally Not Garth Brooks Serial Killer Character 13:33

5d ago13:33

13:33

Johnny Mac discusses Tom Segura's upcoming Netflix series 'Bad Thoughts' featuring a character parodying country music star Garth Brooks. Segura and his wife Christina P have joked about Brooks since 2018, hinting at him being a serial killer. The show transitions to Jimmy Fallon's new role as a brand partner and investor in the tortilla chip compa…

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Dave Chappelle on Dizzy, Nikki Glaser on Belichick's Girlfriend 8:34

7d ago8:34

8:34

Johnny Mac highlights comedian Dave Chappelle's appearance at Lincoln Center honoring Duke Ellington. Nikki Glaser comments on Bill Belichick's girlfriend via Instagram, Sophie Buddle describes her quick writing process for Taylor Tomlinson's show, and John Mulaney debates fighting three 14-year-olds for TV. Nate Bargatze shares his future stand-up…

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(BEST OF # 60 OF 565) THE ADVENTURE OF THE DANCING MEN - A SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE by ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE 1:00:00

6d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

By Jon Hagadorn

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Tom Segura's New Series "Bad Thoughts", Pete Davidson on Confidence 10:48

7d ago10:48

10:48

In today's comedy news, Johnny Mac covers Tom Segura's new Netflix series 'Bad Thoughts' premiering May 13th, which features grotesque and absurd content. Pete Davidson will host an AMA on the AXE Instagram page, focusing on confidence and underdog wins. Additionally, he appears in a commercial for AXE. Jordan Klepper's new Daily Show special dives…

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FAREWELL and FASCINATION by GUY DE MAUPASSANT 28:07

8d ago28:07

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Two similar stories by Maupassant explore the memories of older men with regard to the woman whom they just can't forget....] for music credit: Midnight in Paris Music by Jean-Paul Verpeaux from Pixabay New sponsor spot time markers: Sponsor Message intro 12:51 Show re-entry: 12:54 Visit us at www.bestof1001stories.com…

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Do Christians worship the same God as the Jews? 39:17

11d ago39:17

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This episode is a response to a tweet from @redeemedzoomer6053 regarding the question "Do Christians worship the same God as the Jews?". I mentioned Jacob @faturechi , Paul Vanderklay @PaulVanderKlay , Tripp Parker, Bethel McGrew, Rabbi Tovia Singer @ToviaSinger1 , Dale Tuggy, Beau Branson, William Hasker, William Lane Craig, Marcion, Michael Heise…

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122. The Woman in Limbo (with Hart Hanson) 51:48

12d ago51:48

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Our day one, Hart Hanson (creator and executive producer of “Bones”), returns to talk about the season one finale! The conclusion dives into the disappearance of Brennan’s parents. After the Jeffersonian team and Booth work to give Brennan answers, a cliffhanger tells us there’s more to this story. Hart talks about what it was like to write this ep…

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Shane Gillis x NASCAR, Tim Dillon on LA vs. Austin, and John Cleese Reflects on the Holy Grail 10:34

8d ago10:34

10:34

Shane Gillis's collaboration with NASCAR for Netflix's 'Full Speed' Season 2. Tim Dillon discusses his preference for LA over Austin despite political issues. John Cleese reflects on the 50th anniversary of Monty Python's 'Holy Grail' and its impact on American culture. Seth Meyers comments on changes in the late-night comedy landscape, praising ne…

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Celeste Barber: the FUNNIEST woman on the internet 53:37

12d ago53:37

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My guest today has been an integral part of my feminist awakening. Celeste Barber’s instagram posts - which parody the unattainable standards of the fashion and beauty industry - are both hilarious and revolutionary. Her work has helped a generation of women to feel better about their bodies - and made her a star in the process. (Plus she’s been bl…

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Nathan Fielder's Removed Episode, Jo Koy's Heartfelt Condolence, and Kevin Hart's Canceled Tour 12:30

9d ago12:30

12:30

Johnny Mac discusses a range of topics from comedy news. Nathan Fielder is upset over the removal of a 'Nathan for You' episode by Paramount Plus due to sensitivity concerns. Jo Koy offers condolences following a tragic incident at a Filipino Canadian Festival in Vancouver. Kevin Hart cancels his tour in India due to recent tragic events. Additiona…

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Making an indie feature on a shoe string budget with Mitchell Tolliday, Lauren Cornelius and Neil Rickatson on Murder Ballads 1:41:29

10d ago1:41:29

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Making an indie feature on a shoe string budget and getting it released around the world with today's guests director, writer and producer Mitchell Tolliday, producer and actress Lauren Cornelius and producer and writer Neil Rickatson on Murder Ballads: How to Make it in Rock and Roll. Host Giles Alderson talks with Mitchell, Lauren and Neil about …

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Pete Davidson's Dating Advice, Nikki Glaser's Omitted Joke, and Josh Johnson's Profile 8:22

10d ago8:22

8:22

Johnny Mac shares Pete Davidson's perspective on dating in the social media age and highlights Nikki Glaser's decision to omit a controversial joke about Caitlyn Jenner. The episode also covers Josh Johnson's rising success and his contributions to the Daily Show, Sarah Silverman's reflections on her past comedy, and Bowen Yang's stance on SNL cens…

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AHEAD OF SCHEDULE by P.G. WODEHOUSE 35:43

11d ago35:43

35:43

get ready for another "Jeeves" style adventure- this time with the clueless Rollo and his excellent butler and advisor Wilson. It seems Rollo is quite caught up with a young lady but he has his own "system" for getting the final "yes" from her and doesn't need advice. Join our email list at 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales podcast and browse our …

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WrestleMania Roast Leaks & Pete Davidson's Tattoo Removal Journey 7:47

11d ago7:47

7:47

Johnny Mac dives into the leaked footage from the WrestleMania Roast, highlighting performances by Paul Heyman and Triple H. He also discusses John Mulaney's successful show with Conan O'Brien, Pete Davidson's tattoo removal process, and his ongoing ferry project with Colin Jost. Additionally, there's coverage of Brett Goldstein's new HBO special, …

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Brett Goldstein's HBO Special is out today 7:44

12d ago7:44

7:44

In today's poolside comedy news, Johnny Mac highlights Brett Goldstein's HBO special airing tonight, discussing Brett's background as a comedian and writer, and his surprise at audience reception on his recent tour. Pete Davidson reflected on his time at SNL and his relationship with Lorne Michaels. Jay Leno opened up about caring for his wife diag…

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Nikki Glaser's Border Concerns and John Mulaney's "Controversial" Joke 13:58

13d ago13:58

13:58

In this poolside edition of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac covers various topics from the comedy world. Nikki Glaser shares her worries about a Golden Globes joke and comments on the mental struggles she faces and her border concern. John Mulaney sparks "controversy" with a joke about Gene Hackman. The episode also touches on Fortune Feimster's rece…

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BEST OF (#59 of 564) THE ADVENTURE OF THE EMPTY HOUSE A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY by ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE 58:42

13d ago58:42

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By Jon Hagadorn

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Jimmy Carr Praises Chris Rock; Gaffigan's Canada Story 7:50

14d ago7:50

7:50

Jim Gaffigan shared a humorous story about his experience with Canadian audiences and their shift in attitude towards Americans. Tim Dillon offers political advice to Democrats, while Jimmy Carr discusses the intricacies of comedy and his respect for comedian Chris Rock. The episode also includes updates about Theo Von's profile by the New York Tim…

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THE BEAST IN THE CAVE and THE ALCHEMIST H.P. LOVECRAFT 42:35

15d ago42:35

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A tourist gets lost in Mammoth Cave and runs into a very scary situation in 'The Beast In The Cave' In 'The Alchemist' a curse haunts an old family for 6 hundred years, killing each male member of the family at age 32. Check out our website at www.bestof1001stories.com by going to 1001 Classic Short Storiers and tapping on "Episodes"- then look for…

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121. The Soldier on the Grave (with Stephen Nathan) 52:00

19d ago52:00

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Booth backstory? Yes please! This episode gets into Booth’s past as a sniper, explored through the mystery of a burnt corpse on the grave. Through a lot of twists and turns, Booth and Brennan unravel a story of military cover-up and corruption. Keep an eye on that B&B love meter! We’re also joined by “Bones” showrunner, producer and writer Stephen …

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John Mulaney's Tour, Gabe & Jo Koy's Record SoFi Show, and Bowen Yang's SNL Future 11:56

19d ago11:56

11:56

Johnny Mac covers a range of topics starting with John Mulaney's new stand-up tour 'Mr. Whatever,' featuring guest appearances from John Stewart, Pete Davidson, and Martin Short. Gabe Iglesias and Jo Koy aim to break a comedy attendance world record at SoFi Stadium. David Spade's new special 'Dandelion' is announced for Amazon Prime, and Kevin Hart…

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Emma Dabiri - ‘We are still so obsessed with how we look’ 45:00

19d ago45:00

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This episode of How To Fail was recorded in front of a live audience at Dublin’s Bord Gáis Energy theatre. Emma Dabiri is a broadcaster, historian, and bestselling author whose work delves into the complexities of identity, culture, and race through art history and current affairs. She's now written a number of books - culture shifting works which …

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WrestleMania Roast, Nate Bargatze's Success, and Tim Dillon's Political Hot Take 15:42

16d ago15:42

15:42

Notes from the Roast of WrestleMania hosted by Tony Hinchcliffe where Paul Heyman and Triple H made notable appearances. Nate Bargatze's growing prominence in the comedy world is discussed, particularly his feature in the New York Times and his thoughts on authenticity in comedy. Tim Dillon shares his views on political shifts in comedy with Fox Ne…

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Gareth Evans - 'Havoc', 'The Raid' and 'Gangs of London' Director and writer on his process 45:17

20d ago45:17

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Gareth Evans - 'Havoc', 'The Raid' and 'Gangs of London' Director and writer on his process. Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast, where we delve deep into the world of cinema with the artists who bring unforgettable stories to the screen. This week, your host, Giles Alderson, is beyond excited to welcome a true master of action and suspense, the…

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Nate Bargatze to host Emmys. Details about Sunny season 17 and The Office Spinoff 12:29

17d ago12:29

12:29

Host Johnny Mac provides updates in the comedy world, including Nate Bargatze being chosen to host the 77th Emmy Awards, highlights from the upcoming National Comedy Center's Comedy Festival featuring Jon Stewart and Bill Murray, and details about the 'Office' spinoff with Oscar Nunez. Additionally, 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' celebrates it…

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THE FORTUNE TELLER by MACHADO DE ASSIS 32:15

19d ago32:15

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tThis story by award-winning Brazilian writer Machado de Assis delves into infidelity and jealousy in a small town in Brazil.The characters are well- developed and the action is non-stop. Check out our website at www.bestof1001stories.com for more great stories.By me

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Shane Gillis at the Masters 13:41

18d ago13:41

13:41

Johnny Mac delves into Shane Gillis' experience at the Masters, the comedic dynamics between John Mulaney and David Letterman on Mulaney’s talk show, and Jimmy Kimmel's thoughts on the late-night TV landscape. He critiques the chaotic nature of Mulaney’s production and the awkward placement of guests, suggesting a simpler format. Highlights also in…

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Guest Andy Woodhull discusses 'Beach Brain' 31:42

19d ago31:42

31:42

Johnny Mac interviews comedian Andy Woodhull about his new comedy album 'Beach Brain.' They discuss the intricacies of recording comedy, such as the phenomenon of 'clater' and the authenticity of audience laughter. Andy shares anecdotes about his photo shoot for the album cover, talks about the importance of audio albums in an era dominated by vide…

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Sam Morril's tour, Jimmy Kimmel on Trump and should we UNcancel Benny Hill? 14:10

20d ago14:10

14:10

In today's episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac highlights several comedians currently on tour, including Sam Morril in Minneapolis and Brad Williams in San Antonio. Sam talks about his methods for creating new comedy material and his whiskey company, while Brad discusses his apolitical approach to comedy. The episode also covers an interview w…

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BEST OF (#58 of 562) THE JEWEL ROBBERY AT THE GRAND METROPOLITAN A HERCULE POIROT MYSTERY by AGATHA CHRISTIE 37:41

24d ago37:41

37:41

Poirot can’t resist a case, even when holidaying in Brighton with Hastings. When a necklace goes missing, the case is a simple matter of logic for the little Belgian. This was only the second of Agatha Christie's short stories to appear in print. In the UK, it appeared in The Sketch magazine on the 14th March 1923 as The Curious Disappearance of th…

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