{"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":"Lost House - Richard Harding Davis","slug":"lost-house-richard-harding-davis","published_at":"2026-07-29T15:06:06+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071/lost-house-richard-harding-davis","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-house-richard-harding-davis--73237739","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73237739/lost_house_richard_harding_davis.mp3","summary":"\"Lost House\" by Richard Harding Davis follows Austin Ford, a determined journalist for the New York Republic, who stumbles upon a desperate plea for help from a young girl allegedly locked away in a lunatic asylum by her uncle. Ignoring the skepticism of the Second Secretary at the American Embassy, Ford embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind this chilling message. This gripping tale of courage and the pursuit of justice speaks to timeless themes of freedom and the fight against oppression, making it a compelling listen today as it resonates with contemporary struggles for autonomy and human rights. Experience the suspense and moral dilemmas that arise when one man's resolve confronts societal disbelief and indifference.","meta_description":"\"Lost House\" by Richard Harding Davis follows Austin Ford, a determined journalist for the New York Republic, who stumbles upon a desperate plea for help…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":8821,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/hard-times-7023071/episodes/lost-house-richard-harding-davis/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/lost-house-richard-harding-davis.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}