LeVar Burton and Stitcher

LeVar Burton Reads

Arts EN ↓ 191 episodes

The best short fiction, handpicked by the best voice in podcasting and presented in 3D immersive audio. In every episode, host LeVar Burton (Roots, Reading Rainbow, Star Trek) invites you to take a break from your daily life, and dive into a great story. LeVar’s narration blends with gorgeous soundscapes to bring stories by Stephen King, Toni Morrison, Nnedi Okorafor, Kurt Vonnegut, Ken Liu and more to life. So, if you’re ready, let’s take a deep breath...Our immersive audio is best with headphones! If you'd prefer to listen without immersive audio, visit levarburtonpodcast.com/mono.

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LeVar Burton and Stitcher

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"Furry Night" by Joan Aiken 20.02.2018 46:33

An elderly lycanthropist retires to his estate in the English countryside, but his rest is disturbed by a rowdy village tradition. "Furry Night" is copyright © 1976 by Joan Aiken. Available in THE PEOPLE IN THE CASTLE by Joan Aiken, published by Small Beer Press. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an...

"Mrs. Perez" by Oscar Casares 06.02.2018 45:18

When a burglary deprives her of her most prized possession, a woman discovers just how resilient and assertive she can be. "Mrs. Perez" appears in Oscar Casares' collection BROWNSVILLE: STORIES from Back Bay Books. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa...

"The Baboon War" by Nnedi Okorafor 06.02.2018 43:41

A group of schoolgirls have a disturbing and life-altering encounter with the animal kingdom. "The Baboon War" appears in Nnedi Okorafor's collection KABU KABU. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

"The Truth About Owls" by Amal El-Mohtar 23.01.2018 48:39

A young girl explores her own power, and finds kinship with a bird of prey. Find more from the author at amalelmohtar.com . Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Repairing the World" by John Chu 16.01.2018 48:29

Description: Two friends are tasked with protecting a world that is literally ripping at the seams. Find more from John Chu at johnchu.net . Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bonus Episode: "Goat" by James McBride 24.10.2017 1:08:20

A well-meaning teacher discovers a student's talent, and in the process of helping out his family, bites off more than she can chew. Recorded live at the Now Hear This festival. This story appears in James McBride's collection FIVE CARAT SOUL, available now from Riverhead Books. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

"The Paper Menagerie" by Ken Liu 29.08.2017 49:45

An immigrant mother tries to bond with her American-born son by creating a magical paper menagerie. This story appears in Ken Liu's collection THE PAPER MENAGERIE AND OTHER STORIES, available now from Saga Press. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

"Navigators" by Mike Meginnis 22.08.2017 42:58

A father and son become immersed in a video game with a unusual philosophical goal -- one that's unlike any game they've played before. "Navigators" appears in THE BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES 2012. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

"1000-Year-Old Ghosts" by Laura Chow Reeve 15.08.2017 31:55

A grandmother teaches her family to deal with difficult memories in a unique way -- by pickling them in jars. "1000-Year-Old Ghosts" appears in the new anthology PEN AMERICA BEST DEBUT SHORT STORIES 2017. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

Bonus Episode: A Conversation with Lesley Nneka Arimah 08.08.2017 27:28

Today, a special bonus episode featuring a wide-ranging conversation between LeVar and Lesley Nneka Arimah, author of "What It Means When a Man Falls From the Sky". Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

"Graham Greene" by Percival Everett 18.07.2017 49:37

A man is contacted by a 102-year-old woman with an unusual and seemingly impossible request. "Graham Greene" appears in Percival Everett's collection HALF AN INCH OF WATER, available from Graywolf Press. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

"What It Means When a Man Falls From the Sky" by Lesley Nneka Arimah 11.07.2017 45:06

A mathematician has discovered a formula that explains the universe and makes it possible to manipulate human bodies and emotions. "What It Means When a Man Falls From the Sky" is the title story of Lesley Nneka Arimah's collection from Riverhead Books. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

"Empty Places" Part Two by Richard Parks 04.07.2017 33:14

In the conclusion to our story, Jayn risks death when he infiltrates the queen’s chambers, and discovers the real reason for his mission. "Empty Places" was collected in FANTASY: THE BEST OF THE YEAR (2005). Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

"Empty Places" Part One by Richard Parks 27.06.2017 45:08

An accomplished thief is approached by a wizard who wants to send him on an unusual mission. The two embark on a journey together, matching wits along the way. "Empty Places" was collected in FANTASY: THE BEST OF THE YEAR (2005). Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz....

"The Lighthouse Keeper" by Daisy Johnson 20.06.2017 30:44

The story of a solitary life by the sea, and a woman’s courage. "The Lighthouse Keeper" is part of FEN: STORIES, available from Graywolf Press. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

"Kin" by Bruce McAllister 13.06.2017 33:14

A young boy contacts an alien assassin in the hopes of saving his sister’s life. "Kin" is part of Bruce McAllister's collection THE GIRL WHO LOVED ANIMALS. Thanks to our presenting sponsor Audible. Start your free trial and get a free audiobook at audible.com/levar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...