Oct 31, 20269h 28m
Oscar Wilde's "Picture of Dorian Gray" is a captivating exploration of vanity, moral decay, and the pursuit of eternal youth, brought to life in this dramatic reading. The story follows Dorian Gray, a young man whose...
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Conjure Woman
Hosted by Charles Waddell Chesnutt · fiction · EN
About this Podcast:
Published in 1899 by Houghton Mifflin, The Conjure Woman marks Charles W. Chesnutts debut, presenting a captivating collection of seven short stories set in Patesville (Fayetteville), North Carolina. Drawing from local color traditions and rich dialect, Chesnutts tales delve into the realm of conjuring, a form of magic rooted in African hoodoo, while firmly rejecting the romanticized portrayals of slave life and the Old South. Though echoing the influences of Joel Chandler Harriss beloved Uncle Remus stories and Thomas Nelson Pages plantation fiction, The Conjure Woman intentionally diverges from these narratives, offering a sharp critique of pre- and post-Civil War race relations. The stories are framed by John, a white carpetbagger who relocates south to tend to his ailing wife Annie and establish a grape vineyard. While he views the South through a lens of nostalgia, Uncle Julius McAdoo, the ex-slave and cunning trickster, provides a contrasting perspective filled with wit and insig
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What is Conjure Woman about?
Published in 1899 by Houghton Mifflin, The Conjure Woman marks Charles W. Chesnutts debut, presenting a captivating collection of seven short stories set in Patesville (Fayetteville), North Carolina.
Who hosts Conjure Woman?
Conjure Woman is hosted by Charles Waddell Chesnutt. The show has published 43 episodes to date.
What has Conjure Woman covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Picture of Dorian Gray (version 2 dramatic reading)-Oscar Wilde" (31 October 2026, 568 minutes), "Dinner Club-Sapper" (25 October 2026, 512 minutes), and "Floyd's Flowers, or Duty and Beauty for Colored Children: One Hundred Short Stories-Silas X. Floyd" (24 October 2026, 407 minutes).
How often does Conjure Woman publish?
Conjure Woman publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 359 minutes across 43 episodes.
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Booking probability for Conjure Woman is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Conjure Woman requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Conjure Woman's contact route on record: verified email.
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Charles Waddell Chesnutt hosts Conjure Woman, a fiction podcast with 43 episodes published.
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Dinner Club-Sapper
Oct 25, 20268h 32mDinner Club-Sapper invites listeners into a world where culinary delights and camaraderie intertwine, exploring the bonds formed over shared meals and the stories that emerge from them. This audiobook captures the...
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Floyd's Flowers, or Duty and Beauty for Colored Children: One Hundred Short Stories-Silas X. Floyd
Oct 24, 20266h 47m"Floyd's Flowers, or Duty and Beauty for Colored Children: One Hundred Short Stories" by Silas X. Floyd is a compelling collection that explores the beauty and complexities of life through a diverse array of short...
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Man Who Would Be King-Rudyard Kipling
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Canadians of Old-Philippe Aubert de Gaspé
Oct 17, 20269h 30m"Canadians of Old" by Philippe Aubert de Gaspé offers a rich tapestry of the lives and experiences of early Canadians, capturing the essence of a bygone era. This work delves into the cultural and social fabric of...
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Poems of William Blake-William Blake
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Studies in Pessimism-Arthur Schopenhauer
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Oct 4, 20266h 23mOne-Act Play Collection 015-Various presents a captivating assortment of one-act plays that showcase the richness of theatrical storytelling. This collection brings together diverse voices and perspectives, reflecting...
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Town is Drowning-C. M. Kornbluth, Frederik Pohl
Oct 3, 20264h 35m"Town is Drowning" by C. M. Kornbluth and Frederik Pohl presents a gripping exploration of a community facing dire circumstances. As the title suggests, the narrative delves into themes of survival, resilience, and the...
- Sep 27, 20267h 51m
"Last Galley, Impressions and Tales" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a captivating collection that showcases the author's remarkable storytelling prowess through a series of impressions and tales that reflect his keen...
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Colonel's Dream-Charles Waddell Chesnutt
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Within and Without A Dramatic Poem-George MacDonald
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- Sep 19, 20268h 38m
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Wild and Romantic: Early Guides to the English Lake District-Brown, Cumberland, Dalton, Gray, Pennant, Walker, Young
Sep 13, 20262h 14m"Wild and Romantic" invites listeners to explore the enchanting allure of the English Lake District as captured by early guides from notable authors such as Brown, Cumberland, Dalton, Gray, Pennant, Walker, and Young...
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Conjure Woman-Charles Waddell Chesnutt
Sep 12, 20263h 39m"Conjure Woman" by Charles Waddell Chesnutt delves into the rich tapestry of African American folklore and the complexities of life in the post-Civil War South. This evocative work explores themes of identity...
- Sep 6, 20268h 45m
"Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus (Edition 1831)" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley explores the profound consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas surrounding creation. This timeless tale...
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Marrow of Tradition-Charles Waddell Chesnutt
Aug 24, 20269h 52m"Marrow of Tradition" by Charles Waddell Chesnutt delves into the intricate dynamics of race and society in the post-Civil War South, exploring the struggles and resilience of African Americans in a changing world. This...
- Aug 23, 20265h 31m
"Clotel, or, The President's Daughter" by William Wells Brown delves into the complex intersections of race, identity, and power in America, centering on the life of a mixed-race woman who grapples with her heritage and...
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Who Burnt Columbia-Augustine T. Smythe
Aug 22, 20264h 4m"Who Burnt Columbia" by Augustine T. Smythe delves into the historical events surrounding the burning of Columbia, exploring the complexities of human motivations and societal consequences. This compelling narrative...
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Faust I-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Aug 21, 20264h 19m"Faust I" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe delves into the profound struggle between ambition and moral integrity, as it follows the character Faust who makes a pact with the devil in his quest for ultimate knowledge and...
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