Episodes

  • 071 - The Street-Folk - part 71

    071 - The Street-Folk - part 71
    Apr 15 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    31 mins
  • 070 - The Street-Folk - part 70

    070 - The Street-Folk - part 70
    Apr 14 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    35 mins
  • 069 - The Street-Folk - part 69

    069 - The Street-Folk - part 69
    Apr 13 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    35 mins
  • 068 - The Street-Folk - part 68

    068 - The Street-Folk - part 68
    Apr 12 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    25 mins
  • 067 - The Street-Folk - part 67

    067 - The Street-Folk - part 67
    Apr 11 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    31 mins
  • 066 - The Street-Folk - part 66

    066 - The Street-Folk - part 66
    Apr 10 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    41 mins
  • 065 - The Street-Folk - part 65

    065 - The Street-Folk - part 65
    Apr 9 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    32 mins
  • 064 - The Street-Folk - part 64

    064 - The Street-Folk - part 64
    Apr 8 2026
    Dive into the poignant world of Victorian London through the eyes of its impoverished inhabitants in London Labour and the London Poor Volume I. Subtitled A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work, this landmark work by Henry Mayhew reveals the raw realities of the working class. Published in 1851, Mayhews meticulous research sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the everyday lives of the poor in their own words. With a compelling narrative that aims to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this volume invites listeners to witness the genuine trials and triumphs of those often overlooked. Note that the reader employs various voices to distinguish between the narrator and interviewees, capturing the essence of their stories, while some language may be challenging for modern audiences.
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    26 mins