The Cultured Bumpkin: Recent Episodes
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On this episode we talk with author of the Green Ember series, S.D. Smith.
We also hear an excerpt from his audiobook version of Helmer in the Dragon Tomb (which I narrated and which is available on Audible and other platforms: https://amzn.to/4eNEzPi )
To read the first book in the Green Ember series, you can start here:
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You can also find Green Ember books and merch here:
https://storywarren.com/
You can follow S.D. Smith on IG here:
https://www.instagram.com/sdsmithereens/
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Today I hope you'll remember the men and women who have laid down their lives for our freedom.
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Poe's pandemic classic...
Read by Jake Phillips on his new mic. Thank you to my Patrons for the upgrade! This will allow me to make more content as summer comes on!
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First published in 1839,, here in audiobook form is Edgar Allan Poe's THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER.
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Mary Parkinson joins me to narrate this light hearted, 19th century classic by Oscar Wilde.
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A western set in the rugged Sierras of California during the Gold Rush, Bret Harte's "The Outcasts of Poker Flat" (1869) is a quintessential example of American Regionalism. It explores themes of hidden virtue, the cruelty of "civilized" morality, and the indifference of nature.
Read by Jake Phillips
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A mysterious boy causes chaos down at the kindergarten.
Mary Parkinson guest narrates.
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Author, actor, and military veteran Juan Corrigan joins me to talk about his book Betrayed by Politics.
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If you're like me, you say dumb stuff from time to time in unexpected social interactions, and this story is terrifyingly (and hilariously) real.
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A man with a stutter seeks treatment for it.
Featuring the voice talents of Mary Parkinson for everyone except the narrator and George.
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A lady misunderstands a "murder mystery" that she picks up in her travels, featuring the voice talents of Mary Parkinson. Classic Thurber humor.
Follow Mary on her Youtube channel at:
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Over the Christmas holidays I recorded this lovely little kid's book and thoroughly enjoyed it!
I hope you'll check out the rest of it on my Youtube channel!
https://youtu.be/PurSUpp_rno
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Here's chapter 1 of Jane Austen's rom-com masterpiece Pride and Prejudice narrated in American southern. Stay tuned for the audio drama!
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On this episode I had the honor of talking with Nick Tuckett from the UK about the joys of live theatre.
Nick is a real rennaissance man with a wide range of genuine interests and a wonderfully broad knowledge base.
Til next time in Bath!
You can see the video of the conversation, here:
https://youtube.com/live/C2LpqLClhhE?feature=share
(This is the uncensored version, FYI)
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https://www.instagram.com/p/C1Wj5M-pEQS/
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On this episode we get back to our chronological trip through English literature with a Shakespeare sonnet.
PERSUASION by Jane Austen audiobook: https://youtu.be/_JYBKJMjDtw
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Charlie the Brit joins me for a chat about two of my favorite things, classic literature and history.
Here we read The Charge of the Light Brigade and hear about the history surrounding it.
Check out "D-Day: the Unheard Tapes" by Geraint Jones on Amazon
On this episode we have a great conversation with one of my good friends, voice actor Mitch North. We met back in May 2024 while recording an audio drama called "Tip Lewis and His Lamp" at Lamplighter Studios in New YorkNew York while recording a in audio drama, and this is this first time we've talked at length since.
In addition to talking about voice acting, character development, and the creative process, Mitch reads William Blake and Shakespeare in various character voices.
Enjoy!
To connect with Mitch visit www.mitchnorthvo.com
To see this conversation on Youtube check out visit: https://youtu.be/abs_4Yo1sEo
In this episode we'll read a poem by Francis Bacon called The Life of Man.
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In this episode of The Cultured Bumpkin we'll read a poem from 1590 called The Bargain.
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In this episode we'll hear from ole Ed Spenser, the guy who ended the 200 year English poetry drought after Chaucer with this 1579 beauty called My Love Is Like To Ice.
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In this episode we'll take a look at the evolution of the English language between the 300+ years between Norman conquest John Wycliffe'stranslation of the Latin Vulgate. We'll also read a modern English version of Chaucer's Prologue to the Canturbury Tales.
Here's the link:
https://tigerweb.towson.edu/duncan/chaucer/duallang1.htm
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An unsettling short story by America's master of horror fiction, Edgar Allen Poe.
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Hi! I'm Jake Phillips and I'm a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come to the right place! Let's work together! www.jakephillips.us
If you'd like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
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For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers, Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo: https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
When the original T-Paine published this at the 1776, the British were winning the war.
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George Washington's Manners.
When George Washington was a young English aristocrat he found a British book of manners and copied them down. Some of them are a little outdated, but this is a good list!
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Hi! I'm Jake Phillips and I'm a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come to the right place! Let's work together! www.jakephillips.us
If you'd like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers, Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo: https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel: https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo: https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel: https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
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Robert W. Service: THE CREMATION OF SAM MCGEE
A tall tale in poem form about the gold rush in the Yukon territory around the turn of the 19th century.
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Hi! I'm Jake Phillips and I'm a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come to the right place! Let's work together! www.jakephillips.us
If you'd like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers, Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo: https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel: https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo: https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel: https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings, Or visit www.jakephillips.us
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"Ozymandias" is a sonnet written by the English Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. It was first published in 1818 and is considered one of Shelley's most famous and enduring poems. The poem tells the story of a traveler who encounters a ruined statue in the desert and reflects on the transient nature of human power and glory.
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For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers, Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo: https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel: https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo: https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel: https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings, Or visit www.jakephillips.us
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One of the great freedom of all time, which paved the way for the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the Juneteenth Proclamation, and many more.
To join me as I read LIVE in the evenings on Youtube (and hear lots of other full length classic poems, short stories, and audiobooks):
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On the anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, author and Vietnam veteran Ernie LaPointe (the great grandson of Sitting Bull), and he joins me on The Cultured Bumpkin to discuss his book "Sitting Bull: His Life and Legacy".
In this portion of the interview he covers an overview of the battle, as well as some points that have been incorrectly romanticized. More to follow!
The book is available at this affiliate link or at the Little Bighorn Battlefield Gift Shop:
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Ms Jackson is normally known for much darker stuff, but this one is a real knee slapper!
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The poem on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty in New York City Harbor.
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Even if you're getting old, your best days can be ahead of you! An encouraging classic by Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
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A classic tale of man vs nature by Jack London.
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A lovely poem by one of America's greatest 20th century poets.
Ode to a Mockingbird on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7KXwQrt0682hvlINNyfl1z?si=fb35eae6bf2c4504
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In 1854, two Chinese gangs face off in a medieval style battle in California during the Gold Rush.
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Ever wonder why unlucky sailors are called "a Jonah"? Here's the story.
It's an ancient seafaring tale which has been told down through the centuries, including Jesus Christ. Here it is read by voice actor Jake Phillips from the King James Bible and set to the music of John Busby.
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
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Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
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Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
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A classic mourning the death of President Abraham Lincoln.
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A fun look at one of the famous con men of the post Civil War American West as told by Robert Wallace in his TIME LIFE Old West series (from "The Miners")
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!
Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
www.jakephillips.us
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
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For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
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I'm not sure what I think of Yeats... what about you?
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
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Let’s work together!
www.jakephillips.us
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
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For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
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Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
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A quick comparison of the opening sentences of The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway, and William Faulkner's Absalom! Absalom!
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!
Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
www.jakephillips.us
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
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For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
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Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
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The Sick Rose by William Blake
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A beautiful love poem by the amazing EB Browning.
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!
Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
Or visit www.jakephillips.us
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Pride and Prejudice (and Magnolia's) by Jane Austen
A southern narration of Miss Jane's beloved classic.
You can listen to my complete "Pride and Prejudice" audiobook here:
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
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Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
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In this special episode, hear Tracy Van Dolder's "The Lamb"
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Another beautiful Poe love poem with classical imagery.
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!
Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
Or visit www.jakephillips.us
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This is a great poem for anyone going through mental anguish of some kind.
To join my live readings on Youtube, check out:
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A poem for anyone who's ever lost someone. Author Unknown.
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!
Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
Or visit www.jakephillips.us
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A beautiful Emily Dickinson classic.
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Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor .
IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR:
Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!
Then you've come to the right place!
Let’s work together!
If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, book me quickly here with no hassle!
BOOK ME TO READ YOUR POEM: https://www.fiverr.com/s/1ZEV39
For Commercials, Character work, and other voiceovers,
Check out my demos and connect on social media, below (and I always appreciate you telling your author and media friends who may be looking for a narrator!)
Commercial Demo:
https://youtu.be/eirjt1X-rvc
Commercial Reel:
https://youtu.be/RIW3WQ0IWRk
Narration Demo:
https://youtu.be/dK2r_3tej60
Character Reel:
https://youtu.be/JCC_jyI09uM
Email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com for inquiries and bookings,
Or visit www.jakephillips.us
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In this episode we chat with the fascinating Melissa Ratliff, a Florida journalist, about a wide range of historical subjects.
Check out Melissa's History Podcast "God's Favorites" here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gods-favorites-a-history-podcast/id1583583841
Follow Melissa on Tiktok at:
https://www.tiktok.com/@melissafairlady?lang=en
For more info on saving the Sundowner visit:
www.sundowner.online
To view this podcast on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TXQ5vAnfVM&t=848s
In this episode we chat with high school literature teacher Melanie Murray about why you should check out Shakespeare, and alot of other literary topics.
She's a true literature aficianado and so much fun to talk to! You can follow her on TikTok at:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nurseratchett17 (please tell her that you heard about her on The Cultured Bumpkin!)
And see the video version of this podcast on The Cultured Bumpkin Youtube channel, here:
https://studio.youtube.com/video/on0onJa8em4/edit
A poem by Edgar Allan Poe.
To watch a live poetry reading and make requests, check out some of my LIVEs on The Cultured Bumpkin Youtube. Also there's alot of otherstuff with a visual aspect that isnt on here:
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For cool Poe merch that I designed, check
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A high-ranking church official finds his authority questioned by three hermits and their unorthodox, yet strangely profound, approach to prayer.
Check out https://www.theculturedbumpkin.com for more!
On this episode we wrap up A Christmas Carol with Scrooge's delightful Christmas Day.
To hear the whole thing at once, check it out on my Youtube channel:
https://youtu.be/IkquPtv_ycc?si=PW8QlGZ4qc2i85bq
Also, check out https://www.theculturedbumpkin.com for great gift ideas on literature themed wearables and such.
Thanks for listening!
Part 4 of Dickens' classic Christmas tale told in "southern"!
To hear the whole thing in one sitting, check it out and subscribe on Youtube, (I do alot of fun stuff over there like poetry, short story, and classic book reading "lives")
- https://youtu.be/IkquPtv_ycc
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Redneck Scrooge meets the Ghost of Christmas Present,
To hear Dicken's classic tale told in "southern" in it's entirety, you can find it here:
https://youtu.be/IkquPtv_ycc?si=5Vg4ODs-_Ma1StHb
https://www.theculturedbumpkin.com
Stave ll of Charles Dickens' beloved Christmas classic.
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If you need to hear the whole things, here it is on YOUTUBE:
https://youtu.be/IkquPtv_ycc?si=9UdBKzcLkEOldOIf
A "southern" take on a beloved British classsic.
The story (or, novella) has been one of my favorites since the first time I read it out of a Barnes & Noble "Complete Works of Dickens" set years ago.
Stave l of V.
See me record it LIVE:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAbchZR9PDhSg7wrRG2pPtdVkDoW5KztW
Hear the entire audio book here:
https://youtu.be/IkquPtv_ycc
A conversation with political analyst TJ Whitehead about a wide range of topics to include the U.S. Army, classic writing that TJ doesn't think is that good, and we end with him reading and analyzing his favorite poem, Ozymandias by Percy Bysshe Shelley.
To view the video conversation on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/live/WuV3wDdPAqk?si=6Zb8QkBE82Lqyr4a
To follow TJ on social media:
Titktok and Youtube -@poweristakennotgiven
https://youtu.be/xqvGgTP-r-o?si=--W0fTjNOHAzlLYZ
This episode is a compilation of some great American short stories which we've covered over the past few years.
If Jane Austen is your thing, or you want to at least check it out, here's my playlist to "southern" Pride and Prejudice :
https://www.youtube.com/live/7YHhr_sqj1g?si=Xa-b8Trykly1mcEN
Also, if you like poetry readings, you should join me some time during a LIVE reading and even make a request or two: https://www.youtube.com/live/fk1LAZq8J2g?si=fcPhiTyrmhCUgUik
Also, check out my new site: https://www.theculturedbumpkin.com
"Dagon" is a short story written by American author H.P. Lovecraft, one of the most influential figures in the genre of weird and cosmic horror fiction. The story was written in July 1917 and first published in 1919. It is one of Lovecraft's early works and is notable for introducing readers to some of the themes and elements that would become central to his later writings.
The story is presented as the diary of an unnamed narrator, who describes a horrifying and otherworldly experience he had while exploring a remote and desolate region of the South Pacific. He recounts discovering the existence of an ancient, aquatic deity called Dagon, a monstrous and fish-like creature.
The narrator describes the encounter with the Dagon cult, which worships this sea deity, and how he inadvertently becomes part of their rituals. The story is marked by a sense of cosmic dread and the insignificance of humanity in the face of ancient and malevolent cosmic forces. Lovecraft's writing often explores themes of forbidden knowledge, the fragility of the human mind when confronted with the unknown, and the idea that there are entities in the universe far beyond human comprehension.
"Dagon" is considered a seminal work in Lovecraft's bibliography and reflects many of the themes and motifs that he would continue to develop in his later, more famous stories, such as "The Call of Cthulhu." It is a good starting point for readers interested in delving into Lovecraft's unique brand of horror fiction, which has had a lasting impact on the horror genre.
Visit https://www.theculturedbumpkin.com for Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok links (and to join a live poetry reading and watch replays of them), and to see some sweet literature themed merch!
Thanks so much for listening!
A poem about to let tinggo of the past, not dwelling on regrets, and embracing each new day as an opportunity for growth.
If you like poetry, subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin on Youtube for LIVE readings. They're a great way to hear the classic in larger doses!
https://youtube.com/live/-HBzcuLh0ZU?feature=share
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If you watch baseball, you know that it's about to be the postseason, and what better baseball poem is there than this? My Dad would read this one to my siblings and I as a kid, and as I was especially hot tempered, Dad help up Casey as a paragon of sportsmanship to emulate when things don't go your way on the field or court!
Hi! I'm Jake and I'm a professional voice actor with a passion for classic literature. Join me on Youtube/TikTok live where I take requests and read poetry. Follow along here or on Tik Tok at @ jakephillips116
For more literature themed content, check me out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
To Support The Cultured Bumpkin, check out: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jakephillips116
To convince you that I'm not crazy, let me regale you with some of the crazy stuff I've done. - Edgar Allan Poe, or something!
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To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
This 19th century classic describes an inspiring defense of Rome by a few brave men in it's early days.
A homeschool Mom emailed me and asked for this one and I was happy to oblige. If you have a public domain request, leave a comment on one of my youtube videos!
https://www.youtube.com/@theculturedbumpkin
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To Support The Cultured Bumpkin, check out:
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jakephillips116
(if you go to the “Extras” tab you can find eBooks and recordings for a few paltry dollars)
To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
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I got a beautiful trade paperback this week from Friendly City Books, then walked across the street to a Coffee on 5th to read it.
Here's a poem from Walt Whitman's 1892 edition of Leaves of Grass...
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
This is probably my favorite maritime poem, and I first heard it when my Dad read it to me when I was little.
Here's a link to my youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jbwnaRrrZE
To Support The Cultured Bumpkin, check out:
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jakephillips116
(if you go to the “Extras” tab you can find eBooks and recordings for a few paltry dollars)
To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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To become a member of Libro.fm and start supporting local bookstores, check out my affiliate link:
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
Alot of folks on Tiktok really enjoyed this reading, so I thought I'd do it here as well. Here's Pride and Prejudice set in the American south.
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For more literature themed content, check me out on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
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This poem is full of all kinds of good advice. I think everyone should be at least familiar with it.
Here's the link to the last Youtube live poetry reading:
https://youtube.com/live/F2AJph2kIcI
To hear Jake read classic literature on Audible:
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To Support The Cultured Bumpkin, check out:
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To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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To become a member of Libro.fm and start supporting local bookstores, check out my affiliate link:
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For my Libro.FM playlist, check out yet another affiliate link:
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
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Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
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Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
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To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
Another one from Miss Emily.
Classic poetry readings...
For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
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(if you go to the “Extras” tab you can find eBooks and recordings for a few paltry dollars)
To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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To become a member of Libro.fm and start supporting local bookstores, check out my affiliate link:
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https://tidd.ly/3ZVpfpc
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
One of the great "farewell" poems of all time.
I have started recording these and posting the the video on Youtube.
Here's the link to this one if you need it!
https://www.youtube.com/live/CQcSl_LbEtw
To hear Jake read classic literature on Audible:
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To Support The Cultured Bumpkin, check out:
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(if you go to the “Extras” tab you can find eBooks and recordings for a few paltry dollars)
To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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To become a member of Libro.fm and start supporting local bookstores, check out my affiliate link:
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
In this episode, King David of Israel pens a psalm about how God is his rock and his salvation.
Thank you very much for Listening!
I have begun to record these podcast recording sessions as Youtube LIVEs and here is the link to this one:
https://www.youtube.com/live/C0HotiniaqQ?feature=share
Jake's email: For bookings, reading requests, or just saying hi
jakephillips116@gmail.com
Some great advice via Max Ehrmann, circa 1927.
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
In this poem, John Clare (a patient at a mental asylum) wrote about his struggles with his mental health.
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.To hear Jake read classic literature on Audible:
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(if you go to the “Extras” tab you can find eBooks and recordings for a few paltry dollars)
To hear my commercial demos or book me to read your original work, check out:
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
In this episode I recap my travels of the last three weeks that spanned driving from coastal North Carolina to Montana and plenty of parks and battlefields along the way.
Also, we take a listen to Elizabeth Barrett Browning's beautiful "If Thou Must Love Me"
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
https://www.youtube.com/@JakePhillips116/videos
Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
I've said it before and I'll say it again: I'm a sucker for a good love poem.
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In this episode we'll read a very well known classic, Sonnet 18 by William Shakespeare.
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Lord Byron's reminds us that people outgrow things and situations in this lovely little poem.
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To make a request, book me for a voiceover/or event, or just to say hi, email: jakephillips116@gmail.com
A plucky young elevator attendant thwarts a government lobbyist in this hilarious short story by Susan Glaspell.
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Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
https://www.tiktok.com/@jakephillips116?lang=en
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Or my literature themed sleep podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-a-mockingbird/id1623236945
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Robert Frost recounts a seasonal occurrence in this classic.
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For more literature themed content, check me out on Youtube:+
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Or Tiktok (this has alot more non public domain stuff)
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Miss Emily contemplates mortality in this memorable piece.
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In this episode we'll hear the incredible Chris Tester narrate an American classic by Walt Whitman. Chris is a classically trained, London based actor, voice actor, and coach who you can follow on social and book for your own voiceover projects.
See the Tiktok post that introduced me to Chris:
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Visit Chris's web site to hear his demos, view photos of him in action, and book him for work:
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Robert Frost lightheartedly speculates on the end of the world in this short little poem.
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Here's a short poem by ol W.B. about passing along advice to someone younger...
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In this episode we'll hear Paul's letter to the Romans in in entirety. It really is a must read/listen to understand Western thought, culture, and literature.
In this episode we check out John Milton for the first time (i think!) on The Cultured Bumpkin and hear his thoughts on Time.
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In this classic whose descriptions will make you want to grab an extra blanket and sit by the fire, a man in the Yukon Territory takes a short cut and has to build a fire to try and survive...
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Here's a an outstanding rendition of Edgar Allan Poe's classic narrated by Antonio Roberts.
A re-run from May, 2021.
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The Declaration of Independence is among the the most influential documents in U.S. history, and probably modern history. However, alot of people couldn't tell you what it says! Here's your chance to hear it out in it's entirety as a case for breaking from Great Britain is laid out.
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https://greatbattlesforboys.com/collections/audiobooks/products/the-american-revolution-audiobook
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In this episode who are graced by the vocal talents of Abigail Reno who reads Poe's Ulalume.
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This episode features a hilarious short story by Oscar Wilde. I really had fun with this one and I hope you enjoy it.
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Hey there! It's been a nice 2 week break after posting every day for 90 days, but I'm back.
I won't do another "every day" sprint for a little bit, but I will defintely be planning to post regularly/ Thanks so much to everyone who has left a review over the past couple weeks! Thanks for listening. You have no idea how much I appreciate you.
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I took a break last week, and plan to cut back to a couple or three episodes of the summer in order to do some longer stuff, but I'm sure I'll do another 90 day "sprint" soon!
Here Henry W Longfellow with another humdinger1
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79 years ago today, thousands of young American, British, Canadian, ANZAC, and other soldiers fought the Germans in northern France to stop the Nazi war machine. They won, although at great cost.
Today we'll read General Eisenhower's pre-invasion letter to the men about to go into combat...
Thanks for listening!
Jude doesn't mince words and gets right to the point. Here's his epistle which makes up the last book of the New Testament.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow describes a sunrise in this beautiful little poem.
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In this short story, Mark Twain breaks down the mechanics of how to get a laugh.
If you've ever seen The Andy Griffith Show, part of this might remind you of one of the ghost stories Andy told around the campfire the night before Barney and Gomer got lost in the woods!
Enjoy!
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This lovely little mid 19th century gem from Emily Bronte perfectly encapsulates my feelings about the weather. Enjoy!
(This is a replay from December 2022, but so many new listeners have joined since then, I wanted to share it again!)
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When I was a kid I watched "Anne of Green Gables" and heard Anne Shirley recite this poem in front of her her (or at least part of it). I was smitten!
Here's "The Highwayman" by Alfred Noyes (published in 1906).
Thank you so much to Tirzah for her contribution to Buy Me A Coffee! That'll help pay two months worth of web hosting.
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U.S. Army 1st Lieutenant Tyler Parten was a friend of mine, and I'd like to introduce you to him this Memorial Day...
For more on Tyler's life and legacy, please visit:
http://www.thetylerpartenfoundation.com/Foundation.html
This is one of my favorite stories in the Bible, and the "blind man" is one of the wittiest guys anywhere in there.
I find this story funny and heartwarming, and I hope you will too.
To hear me read the Gospel According to John in it's entirety, clicke here:
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I don't know if this was an actual Wesley rule, or whether she just made this up, but either way, here's some awesome advice by Ella Wheeler Wilcox on living well.
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I've had several friends pass recently, and this poem brought some wonderful faces to mind.
Hope you enjoy...
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In this short little poem, Alexander Pope explains how a bad habit is developed. I agree with him!
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This piece is by Canadian funny man Stephen Leacock (1869-1944).
Given the subject matter, it could have been written today! Hilarious!
I hope you enjoy...
Also, a big thank you to Steve Russell for your contribution to and kind words about, The Cultured Bumpkin! Glad to have you as a listener!
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Do you like kittens? Well this one's for you...
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This was the first Edgar Allan Poe story that I ever read. I was about 12, and I was made to. I didn't think I'd enjoy it, but I did, and became a big fan!
I don't suppose anyone can describe innermost thoughts and feelings as well as ole Ed...
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This is a beautiful parable about a little sheep who wandered off from his 99 buddies and got lost...
It's a real classic!
Today we're doing something different.
This is an episode from my sleep podcast "Ode to a Mockingbird" made which is available almost anywhere you get your podcasts...
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This week I hung out in Birmingham, Alabama for a couple of days with an artist friend. We walked all around downtown, had great conversations, lots of great food and coffee, and also did some painting.
In one of our conversations (at a pizza place called "Slice") we discussed this one by Emily Dickinson...
This poem brings back alot of wonderful memories of my own childhood, but the closing line of his is the opposite for me.
I hope you enjoy this!
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This episode features another Sonnet from William Shakespeare- Number 96.
I hope you're having a good week and thank you for listening!
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How's the weather where you are?
Here in east Mississippi it's gotten to be pretty seasonal after a cooler than usual spring. It will continue to get warmer, and possibly even more humid over the next few weeks, but we're well on our way to a good old southern summer.
This love poem from William Wordsworth talks about the beauty of nature, and then he ponders some other stuff too...
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This one of the most well known and beloved passages in the Bible. It's gotten many a person through a difficult point in their life.
And just like Herman Melville was an actual whaler before writing Moby Dick, David was an actual shepherd before he rose from the ranks of the commoners to become King of Israel.
John 10 is a great parallel passage to this psalm, by the way...
On this episode we'll hear another masterpiece from ole Liz B Browning.
I just love her stuff. This is Sonnet 14, If Thou Must Love Me...
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This is my all time favorite short story. I say things like "this is one of my favorites" alot, which is always true, but this is my favorite stories.
I really hope you enjoy this one!
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I bet you didn't know that Edgar A Guest wrote a poem about me once (it might be about you too!)
There's nothing quite like a quiet evening in with a good book.
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If you've ever wished you were a bird so you could get away from your problems, then you'll like this one...
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In this episode, we'll read a poem by "George Eliot" (pen name of Mary Ann Evans 1819-1880) which contains some excellent life advice.
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This episode features another poem from one of America's greatest poets, Walt Whitman.
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Just about everyone, at least in the West, has heard of "The Ten Commandments", and most can even recite at least a couple of them.
In order to better understand western thought and culture, and certainly areas like the "Bible Belt" in the deep American South, it's important to at least be familiar with them.
At alot of laws on both sides of the Atlantic were at some point in history, based on these "commandments".
Here they are, unabridged, and read from the Authorized Version English Bible of 1611.
Today we get some great advice on watching what you say, from Ella Wheeler Wilcox.
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Have you thought about quitting lately? WELL DON'T! I hope this poem serves as an encouragement to you to keep putting forth the effort needed to get to the other side. Hang in there, kiddo! I rooting for you!
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In this episode we read a lovely poem about spring from Robert Browning.
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Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) was an English poet of the Romantic Movement who was also good friends with William Wordsworth.
My friend Brent in Texas requested this poem, and I'm pleased to be able to record it and I hope you enjoy!
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On this episode I tell a few random factoids about myself, give the top 10 countries with most "The Cultured Bumpkin" downloads, and read Shakespeare's Sonnet 100.
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In this episode we'll read a great viewpoint on life from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
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This is one of the most well known stories in the New Testament, and perhaps the entire Bible.
It comes from the Gospel of Luke chapter 10, and it's read from the Authorized Version (King James) Bible...
Mark Twain is generally known for his novels and short stories, but he has some great poetry as well, and in this case some life advice!
It's Independent Bookstore Day so I hope you'll give yours some business!
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Thanks for listening!
Robert Frost published this poem in 1923 and won the 1924 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry because of it.
Thank you for listening and I hope you have a wonderful Friday.
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Here's a short poem by English playwright and poet Ben Jonson (1572-1637) on Truth.
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Sir Walter Raleigh (1552-1618) was an English explorer, soldier, writer, and member of Parliament under Elizabeth I of England.
He's noted for popularizing the use of tobacco in Europe after bringing it back from the "new world".
Here is a poem of his entitled "Even Such Is Time"...
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Edgar A Guest had some of the best "advice" poems out there. My Dad had a volume of his work that he used to read to us, and after our reading we'd discuss how it applied to life, etc.
Here's one on not giving up...
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O.Henry (pen name of William Sidney Porter) was an incredible storyteller of the late 19th century and this story is one of my absolute favorites of his.
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I hope you enjoy listening to this one!
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The Apostle John is one of my favorite biblical writers. He's kind and gentle, but also just as direct, assertive and and unwavering in his faith as anyone.
Here is the first of his three letters and I hope you enjoy it...
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In this episode we'll read Edgar's ode to the lovely Helen of Troy...
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.This week my audiobook was released on Libro.FM, Audible and other audiobook platfoms.
It consists of a few of my favorite Poe poems and short stories and I'm really pleased how it turned out!
Links are below if interested...
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In this episode we'll hear a short, sweet poem from John Keats and also discuss what I've been up to this week.
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Thank you so much once again to everyone who's listened, taken the time to leave a review, told friends about the show in person or on social media, or supported the show through BuyMeACoffee. Thank you so much!
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"'Hope' is the thing with feathers" is one of Emily Dickinson's most well known poems.
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.Emily Dickinson is one of my brother's favorite poets. He's overseas in the military right now, and of course this poem makes me think of him.
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In this episode, Ole Will gives Time a good old talking to.
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I once attended a production of Romeo & Juliet put on by the theater department of Kansas State University, and it was excellent. I was in the Army at the time and always looking to be distracted from the goings on at my job, and Shakespeare was just the ticket to do that. I've loved his writing ever since.
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A Robert Frost classic...
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This poem has alot of similarities to Christopher Marlowe's A Passionate Shepherd to His Love. Which one do you like better?
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Decent folks in any culture on earth don't like people who hurt children. This fascinating story from the Old Testament in the Bible tells how the Prophet Elijah and the people of Israel dealt with them...
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A quick poem from Miss Emily on this Saturday morning...
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This episode features a Wiliiam Butler Yeats (1865-1939) love poem...
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As I've said before, I'm a sucker for a love poem, and this one by Robert Burns is top shelf...
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A Shakespeare fave...
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A beautiful poem about loss...
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I don't like bullies, so naturally I am intrigued by the way Hop-Frog handled his. One of my favorite Poe pieces...
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You can't be truly literate of western literature and culture without at least a rudimentary knowledge of the Holy Bible. Here's the story of the reason for Easter/Resurrection Day which is celebrated around the world...
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Recently I read "The Lamb" (published in 1789) which was a favorite of my late father, and this is "The Tyger" (published in 1794) which references it...
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In this episode we hear from D.H. Lawrence for the first time...
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This episode features a poem on the subject of "what might have been" called Maud Muller by John Greenleaf Whittier.
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In this episode I got to visit with Emily Liner, owner of Friendly City Books in Columbus, Mississippi.
This is my favorite book store and you have to stop if you're ever n the area. In the meantime, you can check out their web site and support an awesome small business from right where you are!
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Mark Twain's "Journalism in Tennessee" is one of my favorite short stories in American literature. This was originally recorded in November of 2018 and was the second episode of The Cultured Bumpkin.
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In this episode Sir Walter Scott gives us his take on people who look down on where they're from...
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In the epic novel Moby Dick and many other maritime writings, a "Jonah" is regarded with superstition.
To truly understand why, how about we listen to the story of Jonah right from the Holy Bible? Here it is...
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A poem about Dad's by one of my Dad's favorite poets.
James Blunt singing "Monsters"
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This week I've been doing alot of writing. I'm working on an eBook about how to become a voice actor (stay tuned for more details). One of the things I keep things about is just not giving up. It's easy to think about, talk about, and write about, but hard to do.
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In this poem, Arnold describes his crisis of faith brought on by recent scientific discoveries.
It's something that just about everyone experiences at some point in their life, regardless if they come to the same conclusion.
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Wildred Owen was a "war poet" from the Great War (World War l) who was born in 1893 and was killed on November 4, 1918, just one week before the war ended. His work doesn't romanticize war at all. Even though he uses poetic, often beautiful terms, you often feel sick to your stomach after reading his work. War is an ugly business that should never be entered into lightly...
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This poem was requested by recent guest J.D. Sutter (https://www.audiotheatrecentral.com/)
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The Raven is one of the most well known, influential, oft quoted poems of all American literature. Hope you enjoy this rendition...
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This is one of the most well known stories in the the entire Bible and involves a Persian tyrant, a group of jealous government officials, and a foreign prophet...
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Raine Fielder is from the Appalachia region as been writing poetry since she was in seventh grade, when she fell in love with a guitar player. She has written several poems, song lyrics, angry Facebook rants, short stories and several books. Writing has been her passion for her whole life.
What she is most passionate about is fighting injustice. Especially for the Native American community, feminism and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.
We connected on Tiktok when I put out an invite for voice actors to read poetry on the podcast. If YOU're a voice actor, or just like reading poetry and want to share something. Shoot me an email. We might can make it work.
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T.S. Eliot was a poet, writer, literary critic, and publisher who lived from 1888 to 1965.
His "Prufrock" marked a cultural shift into Modernism and is one of the most recogized poems in modern literature...
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When people think of classic American poetry from the 20th century, Robert Frost is one of the folks they think of of. Someone once said that "he is of the soil and loves country life and country people, and in his poetry country people and country scenes predominate." This poem fits that description perfectly...
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In this poem, Walt Whitman paints a beautiful word picture of happy, fulfilled people singing while they go about their work.
"The hand of the diligent maketh rich" -King Solomon
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This poem was published in 1907 in "Songs of a Sourdough" and is set on Lake LeBarge in the Yukon in northwest Canada.
It's one of my most requested readings on TikTok so I thought I'd post it here as well.
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Coach Ross Hillier is a renaissance man and a very good friend. In this episode he explains, among other things, why he programs reading for fitness/wellness clients, and the positive benefits of it.
I highly encourage you to follow Ross on Instagram
Twitter and Youtube.
Also, definitely check out his podcast The Nomad Strength Show
(on Spotify)
(on Apple)
and web site:
https://www.nomad-strength.com/
Thanks so much for listening and have a good one!
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The Bible has had a great impact on western thought, culture, and literature. A familiarity will the Bible is a great help in understanding the themes and idioms of many classic writers, especially from the early 20th century and earlier. Here is the story of how everything came into being, according to the Bible...
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My five year old, Charlie, joins me in the studio today to read "If" by Rudyard Kipling. A great poem who's advice will help anyone.
To see the video of this reading, check the Youtube link below!
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Another day, another love poem. This piece is by English poet Christopher Marlowe who died in 1593 just as William Shakespeare's career was taking off. I love it.
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In this beautiful sonnet, Shakespeare gives us his take on what love is, and isn't. Enjoy!
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In this Poe short story, a selfish prince retreats into his bizarre fortress with a group of friends to wait out the "Red Death" ravaging the countryside. Will they be safe in there? Listen and find out!
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Spring has sprung (at least down where I live!) The leaves are popping out, there are blooms on the fruit trees, and daffodils are about to be out en force.
In this beautiful little piece, William Wordsworth describes happening upon a patch of daffodils and the effect it had on him.
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In this episode, Adele Spears and I discuss literary favorites, and she performs two pieces for us: Lewis Carroll's "Jabberwocky" and James Whitcomb Riley's "Little Orphant Annie".
You can follow Adele on social media at the following:
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This is a wonderful story of redemption and forgiveness from the Holy Bible, told by Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Luke.
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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was a writer and poet who lived from 1850-1919. In this poem she discusses living each day to its fullest.
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Ole Bob knew how to write a love poem, lets put it that way.
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John Donne was an English poet who was born in the early 1570s and lived til 1631. He lived through the Spanish Armada, Shakespeare's career, the publishing of the King James Bible in 1611, and lived under 3 monarchs: Elizabeth l, James l, and Charles l.
In this beautiful poem, he taunts death much like the apostle Paul does in 1 Corinthians 15 in the Bible. Enjoy! Thank you for listening.
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I don't know who wrote this but it's some fantastic advice!
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Mark Twain was one of the funniest American writers who ever lived. His work is often simultaneously realistic and preposterous, and almost always hilarious. This short story was his first big literary success and it catapulted him to national attention in 1865.
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John Keats wrote alot of "tributes" to stuff: Ode to a Nightengale, Ode to Grecian Urn, etc etc etc. Here he has a conversation with Sleep...
What a wordsmith Keats is. I really enjoy his stuff.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson heavily influenced American thought in the last half of the 19th century with his literary work and lectures, and he wrote and spoke on a wide variety of topics.
In this poem, he remembers the start of the American Revolution which started on his family's property years before.
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I really like Sonnet 29, because for me it's a reminder to count my blessings when I'm going through something touch, or feeling sorry for myself when things aren't going my way.
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Have a good.
Edgar A Guest was known for doling out some timeless life advice that works anytime, anywhere. Here's a personal favorite of his that my Dad used to read...
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I'm an absolute sucker for a good love poem, and this is one of the best in the English language. Elizabeth Barrett Browning's #43 in her "Sonnets from the Portugese" and it's a beauty.
An artist friend of mine once said if he was born 150 earlier, he would have asked Elizabeth out on a date. I told him if I was born 150 years earlier, I would have challenged him to a duel.
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I love sunsets, and my favorite place to see them is out in the Flint Hills of Kansas. This poem perfectly describes the beauty of one of those Plains sunsets (or anywhere else for that matter!)
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Ambrose Bierce was an American writer, journalist and Civil War (1861-1865) veteran who fought on the Union side. He was one of ten children, all of whose names started with the letter "A".Bierce joined the 9th Indiana Infantry as a Private at the start of the war, and later earned an officer's commission, and was wounded at the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. He wrote extensively about his war experience, and "An Occurrence at Owl Creek" is probably his best known story. It first published in the San Francisco Examiner in 1890.
If you're ever at Shiloh National Military Park in southern Tennessee, you'll find a quote by Private Ambrose Bierce of the plaque near "Bloody Pond" which briefly describes the aftermath of the battle.
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This short little Robert Frost poem reminds me of working in the garden with my Dad in rural Mississippi when a neighbor came by...
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On this episode, professional stage and voice actor Andy Harvey joins me in the studio for a "duet" of Mark Twain's "A Telephonic Conversation"
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This Edgar Allen Poe classic from 1846 takes a look at cold blooded revenge. Just for fun, let's pretend that it takes place in New Orleans during Mardi Gras.
If you like this story, be sure to check out the performaces of Vincent Price and Christopher Lee on Youtube!
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This short, sweet little classic from English poet William Blake is a very nostalgic piece because I can hear it in my Dad's voice (who's been gone for almost 10 years). He used to read it, and he is the man I credit with helping me to develop a love of literature.
Enjoy!
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This episode features one of the greatest artists that I know, Jesse Phillips, butcher a cherished American classic into fish bait. Departing from the usual format, this episode is a "live recording" so that you can hear all of Jesse Phillip's spontaneous awkwardness, self loathing, and color commentary in real time as I attempt to direct his narration, and play the "voices" in O. Henry's "A Retrieved Reformation"
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This 1916 poem by Carl Sandburg makes you think...
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On this episode, founder of Porchlight Family Media, podcaster, new media consultant, tech enthusiast, voice actor, audio drama director/producer, and classic literature enthusiast J.D. Sutter joins the Cultured Bumpkin for a chat on a wide range of topics, and to introduce us to English poet Irene Thompson.To hear more of J.D.'s work, check out:https://www.porchlightfamilymedia.com/To contact J.D., visit:www.jdsutter.meAs always, thanks for listening. Please do subscribe to and rate this show, if you don't mind, and tell a friend if you get a chance!Have a good one.-Jakewww.jakephillips.us
In this episode we'll take a look at Henry David Thoreau's Walden, where he describes "roughing it" for a couple years...Thanks for listening! Please rate and review the show if you can, and tell a friend if you're willing!To contact Jake or book him for your project, visit:www.jakephillips.us
A young law student heard that the U.S. Navy was selling an old battleship for scrap, and he wrote this poem...Thanks for listening! To connect with Jake, visit his website at www.jakephillips.us or on TikTok @jakephillips116
This Longfellow poem is from about 1844 and is just perfect for powering down at the end of the day.Connect on:TikTok @jakephillips116or email with your suggestions for readings and guest narrators (or to say hi!) jakephillips116@gmail.com
The last episode of 2022 features one of Russia's greatest storytellers- Leo Tolstoy.He was nominated numerous times for the Nobel Prizes for Literature and Peace in the early 20th century, although he never won either of them.I hope you'll enjoy this Russian short story, and please do tell a friend about this podcast and subscribe to it and rate it if you're able.I always love hearing from folks! Email me at jakephillips116@gmail.com, or follow on TikTok and IG @jakephillips116
This lovely little mid 19th century gem from Emily Bronte perfectly encapsulates my feelings about the weather. Enjoy!
This 1923 classic is one of Robert Frost's best known works. Hope you enjoy!www.jakephillips.usTikTok: @jakephillips116
This little classic is my favorite Dickinson poem. Enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving!
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A 13th century classic on Kingship, written as a present for the king of Cyprus. This one is really long so it's presented without commentary!
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In this episode, we take a look at Shakespeare's sonnet on Time.
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This episode features a poem about sailing, which having just gotten back from the Florida Keys sailing with my brother, has become a kind of heart song. Hope you enjoy!
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This episode features perhaps the wildest book ever written. The apocalypse, the end of the world, etc. Revelation is a must read.
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The poem in this episode reminds me of watching the Ospreys fish along the river in coastal Carolina when I was a kid. It's short and sweet and is by Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
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In this episode we'll read chapter 1 of Herman Melville's classic novel, "Moby Dick" first published in 1851.
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On this episode I talk to author Harrison Scott Key about his books "The World's Largest Man", (winner of the James Thurber Prize for American Humor) and "Congratulations, Who Are You Again?", growing up in Mississippi and offers advice for prospective writers.
Google his books and Youtube his TEDx talk, they're all great. Also, you can follow him on IG at @harrisonscottkey and check out his website (including alot of essays) at www.harrisonscottkey.com
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This episode features Percy Shelley's Ozymandias, a poem that recently got some attention for being quoted in the show Breaking Bad.
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Crossing the Bar is one of the great "farewell" poems of all time in my opinion, and here it is, short and sweet.
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This short, sweet little poem is a Dickinson favorite of mine.
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In this episode we'll hear Lord Tennyson's "The Lady of Shalott"
(If you need to power down, check out my new sleep podcast featuring classic poetry called "Ode to a Mockingbird")
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This piece by Robert Service is from the early 1900's and is set up in the freezing cold climes of the Yukon.
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Written in 1915, this piece was considered outlandish in its day. Listen to decide for yourself!
This is a hilarious story that anyone who's had an encounter with an insufferable kid can probably relate to. Enjoy!
This essay was written by a man who spent 8 years as a prisoner of war. Very thought provoking piece from a man with a unique perspective.
Revelation is the very last book in the Holy Bible and talks about the vision that John saw: the horrors of the last days, the Great White Throne judgement, heaven, and eternity. It can be terrifying and exhilarating, but above all it's extremely personal. Everyone should read/hear this sometime in their life and respond to the "call to action" at the end. It is presented without comment or commentary.
"...blessed is he that readeth, for the time is at hand"
A conversation with Maj Toure about Frederick Douglass with an accompanying reading (recorded 2 years ago) To connect with Maj, follow him on Instagram @bigdaddytoure and @officialblackgunsmatter
Another "re-run" from late 2018 that features the 1871 essay by Mark Twain entitled "Journalism in Tennessee". Twain's delightful use of the understatement is on full display as he describes the day his character came south from a job, fell on hard times, and left that afternoon. Like most of his other writings, Twain observations are pretty timeless, and a lot of similarities can drawn with regard to how a news story is given a "slant" by an editor.
While the recording is a "rerun" from 2018, the story itself remains a classic after over 200 years! This story is not only funny, but it has a HUGE vocabulary! Enjoy!
This was published in December of 1776 the week before Washington crossed the Delaware and took Trenton. This piece makes you want to go fight tyranny! It would be interesting to hear Paine's thoughts if he could look around today.
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This classic short from James Thurber was written in 1939 and recorded by J.C. Jacobson (Jake Phillips) in late 2018 and was one of the earliest "The Cultured Bumpkin" Episodes. Enjoy!
This is a 1st century letter from an old man who had personally known Jesus Christ, to some first century Christians. There's alot in this about how to love God, love others, and who Jesus really is. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording it.
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Two desperate criminals (think Amos and Theodore from Disney's "The Apple Dumpling Gang") kidnap a rich kid and hold him for ransom. Hilarity ensues.
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The Christmas Story according the to the Gospel of Luke
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This excellent little poem is a favorite of mine. It's the thoughts of a good, decent man on his attractions to a very classy lady!
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On this episode voice actor Antonio Roberts narrates Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale, "The Tell Tale Heart"
Guest reader and voice actor Adam Ettlich lends his pipes to Alfred, Lord Tennyson's "The Charge of the Light Brigade"
Robert Frost invites us to go check some stuff on the property in this short poem.
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This episode features a poem by ee cummings.
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A favorite poem of mine by one of the timeless British authors of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Rudyard Kipling.
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This is the second time this story has been featured (last time it was my friend Glen who read it), but this time I'm doing the reading. Hope you enjoy!
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Here is the Gospel of John read in it's entirety from the Authorized Version Bible. Any deviations from that Version are non-intentional.
In this episode, voice actor Ben Kensee narrates Oscar Wilde's "The Selfish Giant"
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Canadian funnyman Stephen Leacock tells the story of overhearing two nerds try to impress each other with their knowledge of statistics while on a train. Not much has changed in 100+ years since it was written
This episode features John Chapter 1 read from the Authorized Version Bible (King James Version). If you're interested in receving a copy of the entire book, email Jake at jakephillips116@gmail.com or DM him on instagram @jakephillips116
"Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved"
This episode features one of my favorite poems: John Keats' Ode to a Nightengale. If you've ever wish you could fly like a bird and get away from your problems, you'll identify with this.
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Episode 69 features a discussion with Maj Toure about Frederick Douglass, along with a narration by Maj from an Atlantic article from 1867 written by Mr Douglass.
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O. Henry tells a hilarious story about his journey from the work force to a work from home writer and back again.
On this episode, we talk about idioms from one of my favorite books, the Dictionary of Cultural Literacy.
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Episode 65 features a presidential proclamation dated from 1863 that we still observe in the U.S. to this day every November.
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Thanks for listening!
A funny short story from Mark Twain about his perceived differences in how men and women talk on the phone.
Episode 62 features a Walt Whitman poem called "Cavalry Crossing a Ford" that is outstanding for its almost photograph like quality of a cavalry unit during the American Civil War.
In this episode, Navy veteran, author, and speaker Ryan Winfrey reads an excerpt from his book about overcoming obstacles called "The Life of Ryan"
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Episode 60 is a hilarious story about an awkward guy who goes down to the bank to open an account, and is performed by the very funny Glen Nuzzles of Nuzzle House Audiobooks.
In Episode 59, we hear a lovely James Whitcomb Riley about the onset of the autumn harvest and crip, cool mornings out in nature.
In Episode 58 we chat with producer, writer, and actor Boyd Barrett and get a chance to hear an excerpt from his incredible audio drama about the life of Jesus called "Come and See." We'll hear him perform the Edgar Allan Poe classic, The Raven. Make sure you get the promo code mentioned in this episode to use at www.comeandseeaudio.com for a discount on the entire audio drama series.
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In Episode 57, "Glen Nuzzle" of the "Nuzzle House Audiobooks" podcast brings his crabby uncle narration style to this old classic by Jean de La Fontaine. Check out https://www.blubrry.com/nuzzle_house_audiobooks/ to hear more of Glen's work.
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In Episode 56, Canadian funny man Stephen Leacock dishes out heaping helpings of advice on exercise and eating.
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Author Katie Speake joins us on Episode 55 to talk about her literary influences and creative process, and also explains how she and co-author Lauren Benson created their own world through the magic of the written word.
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On Episode 54, University of Memphis strength & conditioning coach Preston Scott reads from Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice"
In Episode 53, Rudyard Kipling, one of the greatest stories tellers of all time tells us how the Camel got his hump.
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On this Episode, author Lisa Kroger chats about all things gothic, her new book "Monster, She Wrote" and she treats us to a reading of one of her favorite authors with an excerpt from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. You can connect with Lisa by: Visiting www.lisakroger.com, listening to The Know Fear Podcast, following her on Twitter at @lpkroger, and IG and Facebook at @lisakrogerauthor.
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Episode 51 features two "takes" on Jaques' monologue from "As You Like Like It" by William Shakespeare.
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Episode 50 features a poem that James Caan quoted constantly in the old John Wayne movie of the same name.
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Episode 49 features a poem by Walt Whitman that compares the orinary things around him, to miracles.
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Episode 48 features a short poem by Emily Dickinson in which she describes when a person is at their most "real."
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Episode 47 features a funny story by Susan Glaspell on how a cheerful elevator boy helped push through "the Kelley Bill" down at the State capital by stranding a notable lobbyist on the top floor. Will he be able to explain it away as a mistake and keep his job?
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Episode 46 features an excerpt from Thoreau's Walden on the merits of solitude.
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Shakespeare's influence on American literature is profound, so Episode 45 features the well known Sonnet 116. This episode brought to you by Mississippi Coffee Coffee Lady Coffee (@mississippicoffeelady on Instagram)
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Abigail Reno performs Edgar Allan Poe's Ulalume in Episode 44 of The Cultured Bumpkin.
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Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of freedom, and Episode 43 features a great American document dealing with that very subject, the Gettysburg Address.
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Episode 42 features a poem by Edgar Albert Guest that was sent to be by my younger brother.
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In Episode 41, Tim Kolczak of The Veteran's Project discusses some of his literary influences, and reads his favorite poem, Poe's Annabel Lee. He also introduces us to his non-profit, The Veteran's Project and reads an excerpt of his own writing. Visit www.thevetsproject.com to see some of Tim's incredible work.
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Episode 40 features a list of manners that George Washington wrote down in a notebook as a 13 year old. He didn't compose them, but he applied them to his life, and it showed as he grew into manhood.
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Episode 39 features a humorous, satirical story by Stephen Leacock set in the British House of Lords. The lords discuss an education bill with enough inefficiency to compete with the U.S. congress.
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Episode 38 features a story by Laura E Richards about the importance of timing while trying to be patient. If you like Aesop's Fables, you'll probably enjoy this one too.
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Episode 37 features a little poem about an argument between a mountain and a squirrel.
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Episode 36 was recorded at a rest area along the Natchez Trace Parkway on the way to Lamplighter Theatre in Mt Morris, NY in late February of 2019. It features a Robert Frost classic and I hope you enjoy it.
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Episode 35 features Abigail Reno reading a Willa Cather story called Paul's Case. It was first published in 1905 and is about a kid with everything he needed but nothing he wanted, and the consequences of his actions.
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Episode 34 features HW Longfellow's poem Paul Revere's Ride. It's a poem about an event that happened in April of 1775 where Paul Revere and another guy rode to warm the countryside about an approaching body of British troops bent on confiscating firearms and ammo.
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Episode 33 features a poem about the resurrection of Jesus Christ that I wrote years ago while in the Army, as well as an excerpt from my upcoming audio version of the Gospel of John. To request a free copy, email me at jakephillips116@gmail.com.
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Episode 33 features a William Cullen Bryant poem called "The Yellow Violet." It's a lovely little thing that so relatable if you've ever taken a walk and seen your favorite flower.
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Episode 32 features Edgar Allan Poe, a guy who could describe thoughts and emotions so vividly that you feel like you're right there in the dungeon with him! Enjoy!
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Ep 31 features General Eisenhower's message to the Allies right before DDay in 1944. This week I've been working on a WW2 documentary called "Fading Front" and have been very moved by hearing from the folks that went through untold hardships to defeat the Nazis and fight for a free world. Thank you!
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Ep 30 features a story from Sherwood Anderson's "Winesburg, Ohio" entitled "The Untold Lie." Written about 1919.
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Episode 29 features a poem by the father of modern American poetry, Walt Whitman.
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Episode 28 features a short story about a guy who gets his loan called in by the bank, and the steps he takes to pay up. Vintage O. Henry storytelling.
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Episode 27 features the amazingly talented voice actress Barbara Malka. She lives in California and we recently met while recording at Lamplighter Theatre up in New York while working on some audio dramas. She's amazing!
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Episode 26 was recorded in the Ulysses S Grant Presidential Library on the campus of Mississippi State University and features documentarian Louis Gallo telling us about Grant and reading from his memoirs. (For instance, Grant was the first president to push for civil rights for African Americans and "carried" the State of Mississippi during the 1872 presidential election). This is some good stuff! Hope you enjoy.
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Episode 25 features an interview with author R.H. Brown and readings from his book "Call Me Gullah: An American Heritage." America is like a good mess of shrimp and grits. You need all kinds of ingredients to have an incredible dish. The Gullah heritage is a part of American history, and when you learn about them, you're learning about you (if you're an American), regardless of where you're from or what you look like. Join me as I sit down with Mr Brown to learn all kinds of stuff! Mr Brown can be reached at "rhbrownandco@att.net" I can be reached at "jakephillips116@gmail.com," or "@jakephillips116" on Instagram.
Episode 24 features a funny Mark Twain story about male vanity. It's a first person narrative of how the "narrator" let a pretty girl talk him into buying something he didn't need and it's a position that most guys have been in at one point or another! Funny and relatable.
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Episode 23 features a Mark Twain essay called Science vs Luck. In it, some boys accused of playing "games of chance" hire a lawyer to prove that the game they were playing was indeed scientific. Vintage Twain hilarity.
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Episode 22 features a poem by Emily Dickinson called "I'm Nobody." (That's not the title, but that what we'll call it!) Emily Dickinson seemed to be as open and frank in her writing as she was introverted in person. Reading Dickinson seems a little like talking to a good friend.
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Episode 21 features author Kathryn Pearson and I chatting about our favorite Dickens, Lewis, and Tolkien novels, Austen vs Bronte, American literature, and also features two poems; one by Carl Sandburg and one by Paul Laurence Dunbar, which Kathryn provides some interesting commentary for. Plus, a lot more! (Recorded at Coffee House on 5th in Columbus, MS)
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Episode 20 features guest Loren Shirley, host of the "The Noni Fiction's Podcast" which features readings from classic literature from around the world. In this episode, Loren reads James Thurber's hilarious short story, "The Night the Bed Fell." Enjoy! The Noni Fiction's Podcast can be heard by subscribing here! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nonifictions-podcast/id1451151105?mt=2
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Episode 19 features one of the greatest artists that I know butcher a cherished American classic into fish bait. Departing from the usual format, this episode is a "live recording" so that you can hear all of Jesse Phillip's spontaneous awkwardness, self loathing, and color commentary in real time. (Jesse is a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, and recently returned from a combat deployment to Afghanistan, and is also my younger brother. I practically raised him.)
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Episode 18 features Earnest Lawrence Thayer's baseball classic, "Casey At The Bat." Although it was written in 1888, the game has changed so little that this could have been written last season! A fun look at sportsmanship, determination, and defeat!
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Episode 17 features Edgar A Guest, a British born American that wrote simple, optimistic, hopeful, inspirational poems about every day life. It's interesting that his career overlapped both world wars. I could see why his style resonated with people back then. Hopefully, it'll resonate with you as well.
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Episode 16 features the second half of Nathaniel Hawthorne's retelling of the Greek classic "Pandora's Box".
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Episode 15 features Nathaniel Hawthorne's re-telling of the classic Greek myth, Pandora's Box. Hawthorne (1804-1864)was a writer of the Romantic period who's works often feature dark themes and are often compared to Poe and Melville.
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Episode 13 features a Philip Freneau poem called "The Brave Americans" about the Battle of Eutaw Springs in 1780 in South Carolina during the American Revolution. Freneau was a member of the New Jersey militia during the war, and also a writer that helped bridge the divide between the neoclassical and the romantic periods. His work signals a shift from the Puritan acknowledgement of God's dealings with man, to a more humanistic, self centered world view.
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Episode 14 features a story by the 20th century American humorist, playwright, and reporter, James Thurber. This guy was hilarious! Hope you enjoy this short, funny little piece.
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Episode 12 features a sentimental Christmas story by O. Henry called "The Gift of the Magi". It's a wonderful story about how love is much better than material possessions. Abigail Reno graces the podcast a second time as we divvy up the narrating. She tells the first half of the story and I tell the second. Merry Christmas!
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Episode 11 features the O. Henry classic, The Ransom of Red Chief, and was requested by my good friend Jimmy Simmons of Marietta, GA. Hope the boys enjoy it! This story is "Home Alone" meets "The Apple Dumpling Gang". A couple of hard luck hard cases that can't catch a break get terrorized by the brat kid they've kidnapped. If you never listen to another piece of classic American fiction, listen to this one! Hope you enjoy.
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Episode 10 features a funny little story from O. Henry called "The Cop and the Anthem". With winter coming on, a bum named "Soapy" starts looking to commit a petty crime in order to be incarcerated in a warm cell for the winter...but will a cop notice him? Will he ever change his ways and try to find work? Listen in!
Episode 9 features me introducing my 5 year old daughter Abigail to the Mark Twain classic "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County". She offers some very thought provoking insight throughout the piece, to say the least, and you won't want to miss this one!
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Episode 8 features guest Abigail Reno, a lover of all things classic literature and star of the web series "Cleaner Daze." We discuss Edgar Allan Poe, and then Abigail reads "The Tell Tale Heart" for us. Poe is an amazing storyteller who often focuses on what going on "inside the head" of his characters. "The Tell Tale Heart" is just such a piece in which contrasts nonchalant violence with gnawing guilt. Very interesting! ("JC Jacobson" is a stage name for alot of the voice acting that Jake Phillips does. You can contact him at jakephillips116@gmail.com or connect on Instagram @jakephillips116)
Episode 7 features The Village Blacksmith by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This is one of the first poems that my Dad ever read to me, and I have enjoyed Longfellow's work ever since (the British did too! There's a bust of him in Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey, the burial place of kings of in England.) This piece extolls the virtues of the hard working family man, and I find it thought provoking to compare myself to this guy and see what qualities of his that I can work to improve within myself.
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Episode 6 features a short story by Stephen Crane called "The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky". It's set out west at the end of an era, and symbolically shows the taming of the Old West. This is a masterpiece of storytelling. It's kind of like Gary Cooper's "High Noon" mixed with some Mayberry-esque characters and humor. A real American classic!
Episode 5 features a letter from Benjamin Franklin to a friend in which he recounts a poor childhood purchase and the life lessons he learned from it. Franklin was a statesman, diplomat, inventor, abolitionist, and all kinds of other stuff, and his wit and wisdom was world renowned in his day. This episode is short and sweet and I bet it gets you to pondering life a little bit.
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Episode 4 of the The Cultured Bumpkin features a old classic that everyone has heard of, but few seem to remember how hilarious it is! Well I'm here to remind you. Washington Irving was an outstanding storyteller and it's not an accident that this story is a classic. Be sure to have your dictionary handy because your vocabulary is about to expand! Hope you enjoy.
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Episode 3 features a chat with writer T.K. Lee and where we discuss American poetry from the New England Puritans all the way up to the present day. Lee is also an award winning theatre actor and performs an Emily Dickinson piece along with some three of his own from his new book "To Square A Circle".
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Episode 2 features the 1871 essay by Mark Twain entitled "Journalism in Tennessee". Twain's delightful use of the understatement is on full display as he describes the day his character came south from a job, fell on hard times, and left that afternoon. Like most of his other writings, Twain observations are pretty timeless, and a lot of similarities can drawn with regard to how a news story is given a "slant" by an editor.
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Episode 1 of "The Cultured Bumpkin" features Mark Twain's 1867 story, "The Great Beef Contract", a piece that hilariously highlights the red tape and inefficiency of government. If you've ever been to a government building and come away frustrated, you'll appreciate Twain's take.
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