Oct 10, 20266h 51m
"Futility: A Novel on Russian Themes" by William Alexander Gerhardi explores the profound and often paradoxical nature of human existence within the context of Russian culture. This thought-provoking narrative delves...
About this Podcast:
Discover The Pit, the second installment in Frank Norriss captivating Trilogy of The Epic of the Wheat. This tale unfolds within the bustling heart of Chicagos wheat trading scene, capturing the high-stakes drama of a deal in the iconic wheat pit. While each novel in this trilogy—comprising The Octopus, The Pit, and The Wolf—explores separate narratives, they are intricately linked by the themes of production, distribution, and consumption of American wheat. Together, they weave a rich tapestry that chronicles the journey of wheat from Californias fertile fields to its ultimate fate as bread in a distant European village. Join us as we delve into the gripping conflicts and economic forces that shape this vital crop.
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What is Pit about?
Discover The Pit, the second installment in Frank Norriss captivating Trilogy of The Epic of the Wheat. This tale unfolds within the bustling heart of Chicagos wheat trading scene, capturing the high-stakes drama of a deal in the iconic wheat pit.
Who hosts Pit?
Pit is hosted by Frank Norris. The show has published 60 episodes to date.
What has Pit covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Futility A Novel on Russian Themes-William Alexander Gerhardi" (10 October 2026, 411 minutes), "Merry Devil of Edmonton-William Shakespeare" (12 September 2026, 94 minutes), and "Merry Devil of Edmonton-William Shakespeare" (24 August 2026, 94 minutes).
How often does Pit publish?
Pit publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 262 minutes across 60 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Pit?
Booking probability for Pit is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Pit requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Pit's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Frank Norris hosts Pit, a fiction podcast with 60 episodes published.
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