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Immerse yourself in a realm where the complexities of human emotion and the shadows of the mind intertwine, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast invites you to explore...
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Immerse yourself in a realm where the complexities of human emotion and the shadows of the mind intertwine, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast invites you to explore the depths of fear, madness, and the struggles for autonomy that resonate throughout the ages. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection of works that delve into the psychological and gothic themes reflected in *Orra*. This series of unique explorations showcases narratives that grapple with passion, obsession, and the consequences of societal constraints, all while illuminating the darker aspects of the human experience. Discover the haunting tales of love and despair that echo the trials of their protagonists and invite you to reflect on the timeless nature of these profound struggles. With every episode, you’ll uncover a new book that enriches your understanding of the passions that drive us, challenging you to confront the fears that lie within.
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27 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
26 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
25 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
24 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
23 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
22 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
21 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
20 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
20 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
18 AUG 2026 · Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind. Orra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror. Will Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW) Cast list: Orra: Availle Theobald: ToddHW Rudigere: Tomas Peter Glottenbal: Craig Franklin Hughobert: Roger Melin Hartman: DrPGould Maurice: Larry Wilson Eleonora: Eva Davis Cathrina: Sonia Franko: Nemo Urston: RecordingPerson Alice: Leanne Yau 1st Servant: Sandra Schmit 2nd Servant: TJ Burns 1st Outlaw: Owen Cook 2nd Outlaw / Soldier: David Olson Vassal: Joseph Tabler Attendant: Victor Villarraza Stage Directions: Chuck Williamson Editor: Chuck Williamson
Immerse yourself in a realm where the complexities of human emotion and the shadows of the mind intertwine, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast invites you to explore...
show more
Immerse yourself in a realm where the complexities of human emotion and the shadows of the mind intertwine, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast invites you to explore the depths of fear, madness, and the struggles for autonomy that resonate throughout the ages. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection of works that delve into the psychological and gothic themes reflected in *Orra*. This series of unique explorations showcases narratives that grapple with passion, obsession, and the consequences of societal constraints, all while illuminating the darker aspects of the human experience. Discover the haunting tales of love and despair that echo the trials of their protagonists and invite you to reflect on the timeless nature of these profound struggles. With every episode, you’ll uncover a new book that enriches your understanding of the passions that drive us, challenging you to confront the fears that lie within.
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