{"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":7,"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":"2026-07-24T18:17:58.817210+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071"},"episode":{"title":"Midnight Passenger - Richard Henry Savage","slug":"midnight-passenger-richard-henry-savage","published_at":"2026-07-22T09:00:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071/midnight-passenger-richard-henry-savage","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hard-times-7023071","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/midnight-passenger-richard-henry-savage--73091980","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73091980/midnight_passenger_richard_henry_savage.mp3","summary":"\"Midnight Passenger\" by Richard Henry Savage follows Randall Clayton, a young man ensnared in a web of deceit and betrayal after his father's death. Under the watchful eye of his father's business partner, Hugh Worthington, and his scheming roommate, Arthur Ferris, Clayton navigates a perilous landscape filled with hidden agendas and looming threats. As he struggles to survive in New York, the weight of trust is placed solely on his friend Jack Witherspoon, who is soon bound for Europe. This gripping tale of ambition, loyalty, and the fight against corruption resonates today, reminding us of the timeless struggle against those who seek to exploit and undermine us for their gain.","meta_description":"\"Midnight Passenger\" by Richard Henry Savage follows Randall Clayton, a young man ensnared in a web of deceit and betrayal after his father's death. Under…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":30167,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/hard-times-7023071/episodes/midnight-passenger-richard-henry-savage/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/midnight-passenger-richard-henry-savage.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}