B.J. Harrison

The Classic Tales Podcast

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

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B.J. Harrison

Episodes

Ep. 1130, The Moonlit Road, by Ambrose Bierce VINTAGE 14.04.2026 29:27

Discover the roots of Akira Kurosawa's film Rashomon . Ambrose Bierce, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us. Well, yo...

Ep. 1129, Jeeves and the Spot of Art, by P.G. Wodehouse 10.04.2026 46:30

Bertie is in love – he's absolutely smitten with Gwladys. That's right - Gwladys. And it gets worse. P.G. Wodehouse , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you co...

Ep. 1128, Aladdin, Part 5 of 5, from The Arabian Nights VINTAGE 07.04.2026 1:09:13

Aladdin's adventures come to their stunning conclusion, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us. Well, you've heard me t...

Ep. 1127, Jeeves and the Dog McIntosh, by P.G. Wodehouse 03.04.2026 37:29

Bertie had one job – keep Aunt Agatha's prized terrier McIntosh safe while she is away. Can Jeeves rally round when the worst happens? P.G. Wodehouse , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your h...

Ep. 1126, Aladdin, Part 4 of 5, from The Arabian Nights VINTAGE 31.03.2026 55:16

Aladdin continues to cut up a rug, as we journey through The Arabian Nights, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us. Wi...

Ep. 1125, Jeeves and the Song of Songs, by P.G. Wodehouse 27.03.2026 1:16:10

When Bertie's penchant for singing in the bath lands him in hot water, will Jeeves step in to aid the young master? P.G. Wodehouse , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. ...

Ep. 1124, Aladdin, Part 3 of 5, from The Arabian Nights VINTAGE 24.03.2026 1:05:20

Aladdin's adventures continue as we journey through The Arabian Nights, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us. With th...

Ep. 1123, The Inferiority Complex of Old Sippy, by P.G. Wodehouse 20.03.2026 37:48

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the surefire cure for an inferiority complex is a Chinese vase, a violent accident, and a bag of flour - not necessarily in that order. P.G. Wodehouse , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics yo...

Ep. 1122, Aladdin, Part 2 of 5, from the Arabian Nights VINTAGE 17.03.2026 1:02:15

The magic lamp gets the spit-and-polish treatment. The Arabian Nights, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us. With the...

Ep. 1121, Jeeves and the Impending Doom, by P.G. Wodehouse 13.03.2026 44:50

Can Bertie save Bingo Little from the scandalous results of his own negligence? P.G. Wodehouse , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us. With...

Ep. 1120, Aladdin, Part 1 of 5, from The Arabian Nights VINTAGE 10.03.2026 1:08:19

In the great empire of China, an African Magician seeks to deceive a young wastrel to do his devious bidding. The Arabian Nights, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your...

Ep. 1119, The New Catacomb, by Arthur Conan Doyle 06.03.2026 36:36

Can Kennedy convince Burger, his fellow student, to show him his secret discovery? Arthur Conan Doyle , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where an audiobook format gives you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could join us....

Ep. 1118, The Gardener, by Rudyard Kipling VINTAGE 03.03.2026 28:35

Rudyard Kipling walks us down the tragic path of the loss of a loved one, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm a professional audiobook...

Ep. 1117, Michael Strogoff, Part 9 of 9, by Jules Verne 27.02.2026 1:34:19

Michael comes to the end of his mission – but does he arrive in time to avert disaster? Jules Verne , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm glad you could jo...

Ep. 1116, The Adventure of Silver Blaze, by Arthur Conan Doyle VINTAGE 24.02.2026 1:03:10

A champion racehorse is missing, and his trainer's been murdered. Can Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson solve the adventure of Silver Blaze? Arthur Conan Doyle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know,...

Ep. 1115, Michael Strogoff, Part 8 of 9, by Jules Verne 20.02.2026 1:22:34

How can Michael and his companions hope to cross the mile wide Yenisei River, with no boat, raft or ferry? Jules Verne , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover new favorites. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm...

Ep. 1114, Casting the Runes, by M.R. James VINTAGE 17.02.2026 59:07

Mr. Karswell has purchased an old abbey, is a known alchemist, and has written a history of witchcraft. Surely, everything is on the up and up, right? M.R. James, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you...

Ep. 1113, Michael Strogoff, Part 7 of 9, by Jules Verne 13.02.2026 1:15:23

How far will Michael Strogoff go to save his mother from the despicable Ivan Ogareff? Jules Verne , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover some that may be new-to-you. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm a profe...

Ep. 1112, Through the Looking Glass, Part 3 of 3, by Lewis Carroll VINTAGE 10.02.2026 1:08:49

How does Alice find her way back through the looking glass? Lewis Carroll, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover some that may be new-to-you. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm a profess...

Ep. 1111, Michael Strogoff, Part 6 of 9, by Jules Verne 06.02.2026 1:07:14

How can Michael escape capture, now that he is horseless and stranded in a Siberian war zone? Jules Verne , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast, where we use an audiobook format to give you an immersive experience in classic literature. You can get friendlier with the classics you know, and discover some that may be new-to-you. I'm your host BJ Harrison. I'm...

Ep. 1110, Through the Looking Glass, Part 2 of 3, by Lewis Carroll VINTAGE 03.02.2026 1:03:00

Alice's adventures continue as she journeys through the looking glass. Lewis Carroll, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I don't know how you are, but when I'm finishing up a book, I'm always wondering what to listen to next. Will the automated suggestions do it for me? Does the algorithm really understand...

Ep. 1109, Michael Strogoff, Part 5 of 9, by Jules Verne 30.01.2026 1:01:27

What will Michael do when he faces off with the one person in all of Russia who can blow his cover? Jules Verne , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. So I wake up the other day, and like a lot of you do, I check my email first thing. I see a notification from YouTube that they are not allowing my channel to monetize anymore. Their...

Ep. 1108, Through the Looking Glass, Part 1 of 3, by Lewis Carroll VINTAGE 27.01.2026 1:00:42

What enchantments await Alice when she journeys through the looking glass? Lewis Carroll, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I don't know how you are, but when I'm finishing up a book, I'm always wondering what to listen to next. Will the automated suggestions do it for me? Does the algorithm really under...

Ep. 1107, Michael Strogoff, Part 4 of 9, by Jules Verne 23.01.2026 1:01:00

What is even more terrifying than a vicious electrical storm on a treacherous mountain road? Siberian bears. Jules Verne , today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. I don't know how you are, but when I'm finishing up a book, I'm always wondering what to listen to next. Will the automated suggestions do it for me? Does the algorithm real...

Ep. 1106, The Marine Excursion of the Knights of Pythias, by Stephen LeacockVINTAGE 20.01.2026 47:00

In tiny community of Mariposa, an excursion on the Mariposa Belle steamboat is the hottest ticket in town. What could go wrong? Stephen Leacock, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to this VINTAGE episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. Let's talk about ads. Now, most podcasts offer a subscription where you can pay $10 or so a month, and you get to listen to...