{"podcast":{"title":"Hard Times","slug":"hard-times-7023071","podcast_index_feed_id":7023071,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6306278/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hard-times--6306278","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/447422efdceb9e4e5202f1529b4b0712.jpg","author":"The Podcast Network","episode_count":55,"summary":"Immerse yourself in a world shaped by the struggles and resilience of individuals facing societal challenges, as suggested by the evocative title \"Hard Times.\" This podcast delves into the trials of those caught in the relentless machinery of industrialization, where themes of class disparity, moral dilemmas, and the quest for dignity come to the forefront. With each episode, listeners are invited to explore a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of hardship and human spirit, offering a rich tapestry of narratives that resonate across time and place. This is not a single story, but a series of unique explorations that highlight the complexities of life in a mechanized society, encouraging reflection on the nature of progress and empathy. Discover a new book with every episode and engage with thought-provoking tales that challenge perceptions and inspire understanding of the human condition.","last_synced_at":"2026-09-19T14:17:24.817624+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071"},"episode":{"title":"Knock Three Times - Marion St John Webb","slug":"knock-three-times-marion-st-john-webb","published_at":"2026-07-26T16:31:17+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071/knock-three-times-marion-st-john-webb","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/knock-three-times-marion-st-john-webb--73178577","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73178577/knock_three_times_marion_st_john_webb.mp3","summary":"\"Knock Three Times\" by Marion St John Webb invites listeners to join twins Jack and Molly on their ninth birthday, a day filled with joy and excitement that takes a mysterious turn. As they unwrap a peculiar gift from their Aunt Phœbe, the twins unknowingly step into an adventure that challenges their understanding of the ordinary and the extraordinary. This enchanting tale explores themes of curiosity, the unexpected nature of gifts, and the thrill of adventure, making it a timeless story that resonates with anyone who remembers the magic of childhood.","meta_description":"\"Knock Three Times\" by Marion St John Webb invites listeners to join twins Jack and Molly on their ninth birthday, a day filled with joy and excitement th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":19201,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/hard-times-7023071/episodes/knock-three-times-marion-st-john-webb/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071/knock-three-times-marion-st-john-webb.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}