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For Reading Out Loud

For Reading Out Loud
P. G. Wodehouse
Tonio Kröger
Bertie Wooster
Jeeves
Thomas Mann
Love
Sherlock Holmes
O. Henry
Lucy Maud Montgomery
Arthur Conan Doyle
London
Anatole France
Guy De Maupassant
William Somerset Maugham
Paris
Jack London
Stacy Aumonier
Mario and the Magician
Victor Hugo
Ernest Thompson Seton

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PublishesWeeklyEpisodes275Founded6 years ago
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Dorothy Sayers's Lord Peter Wimsey finds himself in the private center of a lethal criminal organization: "The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba."

Surviving on the fringes of glamorous show business: W. Somerset Maugham's "Gigolo and Gigolette"

A story by one of the inventors of science fiction: H. G. Wells, "The New Accelerator"

Introducing Lord Peter Wimsey, Dorothy L. Sayers's most famous creation

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Richard Figge
Host of For Reading Out Loud; produces and presents literature readings and analysis.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • 👍👍For Reading Out Loud

    Great selection of stories, perfect voice, tastefully produced. Just what I need in the middle of the night - very soothing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L SaraBell
    Canada3 years ago
  • Excellent short story curation

    Mr Figge is a wonderful narrator, reading classics known and less well-known. All episodes are worth the listen, to get reacquainted with a beloved author or to explore as you look for a new find. Check him out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bunk Moreland
    United States6 years ago

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Fans appreciate high production quality and the accessible approach to classic works.
Listeners praise the host's clear, soothing voice and careful storytelling choice.
Audiences value the thoughtful literary context that accompanies readings.

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Listeners engage with carefully curated readings of classic and contemporary short fiction, delivered with a calm, lyrical narration. Episodes blend literary analysis, biographical context, and thoughtful reflections on storytelling craft, often pairing well-known authors with lesser-known works. The show frequently highlights wit, moral ambiguity, and the act of reading aloud as a communal, contemplative experience. Unique strengths include a steady, soothing host delivery and a strong focus on how literature interacts with culture, history, and personal interpretation—making it appealing to audiobook lovers, students, and literary enthusiasts who value accessible, well-produced storytelling.

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For Reading Out Loud launched 6 years ago and published 275 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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