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Foul Play
Hosted by Dion Boucicault, Charles Reade · fiction · EN
About this Podcast:
In a gripping tale of injustice, Robert Penfold finds himself wrongfully convicted and sentenced to five years of penal servitude. His journey takes a harrowing turn when he is transported on the notorious hulk VENGEANCE, bound for Australia. Fate deals him another cruel blow as he becomes shipwrecked on an uncharted island in the South Pacific. To his astonishment, Helen Rolleston—the woman he loves, yet who doesn’t even recognize him—shares his plight aboard the doomed vessel. Enduring months of trials and tribulations, Roberts resourcefulness ultimately leads to their rescue. Helen returns to Britain alone, determined to clear Roberts name. True to the spirit of Victorian Sensation novels, this story weaves a complex plot filled with richly drawn characters that will keep you on the edge of your seat. - Summary by Celine Major
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What is Foul Play about?
In a gripping tale of injustice, Robert Penfold finds himself wrongfully convicted and sentenced to five years of penal servitude. His journey takes a harrowing turn when he is transported on the notorious hulk VENGEANCE, bound for Australia. Fate deals him another cruel blow as he becomes shipwrecked on an uncharted island in the South Pacific.
Who hosts Foul Play?
Foul Play is hosted by Dion Boucicault, Charles Reade. The show has published 98 episodes to date.
What has Foul Play covered recently?
Recent episodes include "World of Girls The Story of a School-L. T. Meade" (1 November 2026, 467 minutes), "Sins of Hollywood-Edward Roberts" (31 October 2026, 167 minutes), and "Big Drum-Arthur Wing Pinero" (30 October 2026, 268 minutes).
How often does Foul Play publish?
Foul Play publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 320 minutes across 98 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Foul Play?
Booking probability for Foul Play is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Foul Play requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Foul Play's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Dion Boucicault, Charles Reade hosts Foul Play, a fiction podcast with 98 episodes published.
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