The Blue Cross by G. K. Chesterton - the first Father Brown story from The Innocence of Father Brown

[@danielwegrzynek494]

Really love your recordings. Living alone, at age 71, lying in bed in the middle of the night . . . enjoying your work soooo much. THANK YOU !!! What a blessing for us all.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Very glad to hear you're enjoying it, Daniel. All the best.

[@SDW90808]

The vocabulary in these stories is so excellent, I feel smarter just listening to them. (I’m only half kidding!)

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

So do I. I'm not half kidding.

[@dubchile]

After tirelessly and avidly listening repeatedly to your Sherlock adventures for the last few months/years Greg, I must say I am quietly excited to have stumbled onto new pastures with this Father Brown tale, which incidently I wouldn't have the slightest interest had it not been you reading it. Bravo Sir, keep'em coming please.. 💖 I'll still be paying my weekly visit to the first chapter of 'A Study In Scarlet' though.. An absolute classic!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Yes. I’m enjoying them myself! Thanks Dubchile!

[@jacquelinebell6201]

I listen to Sherlock Holmes repeatedly too. It shows the quality of the stories and the narrator. Came across this by accident.

[@tottiemae2258]

It's a stampede of new stories coming fast and furious now. Yeehaw!!! 🐎🤠

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

I'm in danger of being trampled!

[@MarkSiosal]

Fantastic choice. I was introduced to the characters through the TV series & I was hooked. Thank you for slaking our thirst for your content Mr Wagland. Wishing you all the best.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Glad to be slaking, Marc. Cheers.

[@julianwilkins1669]

Hope you are having a lovely spring,not.much winter here in North Carolina. Good to see a new post.i listen to several of your performance s several times a week. Right you are appreciated here in the USA. Blessings to all

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Glad you're enjoying them, Julian. Best wishes to all in N.C.

[@Mike-rw2nh]

A very sincere thank you. This channel is the perfect way to beguile the hours when at work. Shhh! Don’t tell my boss. 😇

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Outrageous behaviour, Mike but I guess those big jets virtually fly themselves these days.

[@Mike-rw2nh]

@@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio 🤣🤣🤣

[@clairbarnard9058]

Oh Greg you really are spoiling us now! That was a real treat, thank you.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks Clair. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@christopherstone9734]

It hardly matters what this gentleman is reading. He could make a grocery list sound appealing!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Ha! Much appreciated, CS!

[@danielshoudy265]

What a good idea. Then I might actually finish the grocery list. Instead of getting the essentials and about half of it then a bunch of random stuff.

[@docmetal8194]

Your "sudden burst of productivity" is a continued blessing to us. Please keep at it, dear sir.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks Doc. Will do!

[@rjfpac]

A little different genre from Shelock, but filled with poetry and reason.... Thank you so much Mr G W.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Glad you enjoyed it! It makes a nice change and the writing is great!

[@ringpop6177]

Hey 👋 You are the best voice actor ever! 🎉 ♥️ 😃 😘

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Well! How kind!

[@Scotticus71]

Thank you Greg for recording Chesterton's Father Brown in "The Blue Cross," hopefully the first of many Fr. Brown mystery stories!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Cheers, Scotticus. More FBs on the way, as you will already have seen.

[@mcviruz8299]

Another amazing read by my favorite reader. Saving me once again from a night of lonely mental distress.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Stories are great for taking your mind of things. Glad they've helped a bit, mc viruz. Best wishes.

[@jtbasener8740]

Chesterton: my favorite. Thank you, Greg, for bringing us these. You always do such a brilliant job.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you!

[@kristinabaade2343]

G.K.Chesterton is now my new favorite! Thank you for introducing me!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Mine too! Cheers Kristina.

[@joeharoutunian1805]

Great choice and performed masterfully. It is so Father Brown. I believe these readings of yours contain more drama than a staged theatrical performance replete with actors,props, sets, etc. GK Chesterton ❤would certainly be pleased.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you, Joe. I’m glad there are no props!

[@hunterbaywolf577]

Almost as Good as Sherlock Holmes These Stories are Riveting and Fascinatingly Entertaining.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Yes. I didn't really know them but, you're right, they're great!

[@ainaguru4986]

how did you happen upon G K Chesterton that it moved you to record his work?

[@angelique_cs]

Frustrating that it took a week until YT decided to alert me to this... I love your channel and especially enjoyed this story! Thank you!

[@helicopter_traffic]

always lucky to see mr. wagland with another upload of literature i know i’ll enjoy discovering not sure if you’re terribly into the social aspect of social media, but if you ever did a Q&A video i’m sure many people would be curious to learn more about our favorite audiobook narrator

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Not terribly social media savvy but it's a good idea if could summon the nerve, energy, TV demeanour!

[@betsygosnell9058]

You are simply MARVELOUS! Saturday night with Father Brown and Greg Wagland.....happy and content listener, thank you!

[@MaryRustad-ov5rn]

😊

[@YvonneWilson312]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for this, Greg. I shall enjoy listening to this later. I remember the very first time I read this - eons ago now and yet it feels like yesterday.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Hope you enjoyed it. I going to keep recording these now - they're fun to do!

[@huckusan]

Thank you for the continued, brilliant performances. 👏

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks Zeth. Glad you like 'em.

[@ismarwinkelman5648]

Your sudden burst of productivity is noted and very much appreciated, Greg! I can't imagine a better way to conclude my Saturday night 🙂

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Cheers Ismar. Glad you've enjoyed them - I'd better lie down as I'm exhausted!!!

[@mariameere5807]

So glad you are reading father Brown! Thank you so much 😊

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening Maria.

[@patriciaramsey5294]

Quite nice. This is my second father brown story. Looking forward to next one.

[@samgould9930]

Love it, more father brown please

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

More Father Brown now available and more to come. Cheers SG

[@helenchala2547]

Thank you for returning to "tried and true" recording. Most enjoyable listening experience...

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Well. It's better I agree but I'm afraid more annoying experiments might be coming. (I do love gadgets I'm afraid!).

[@stevenflebbe]

Thank you for a wonderful reading.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Kind of you. Thanks Steven.

[@johnmartin4650]

Thank you……wonderful

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening John. Cheers.

[@MrBawdry]

Fantastic! Thank you so much

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you, Andrew.

[@teresawilson9530]

Awesome 😅

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Glad you liked it, Teresa!

[@skiptracer8703]

Nice reading Greg, Thanks

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening Skip.

[@martavdz4972]

Thanks, this is excellent! "I can't quite account for this sudden burst of productivity but it's probably mainly because it's cold outside." 😂 We are having the first warm spring day here, I hope it comes to Yorkshire, too 🙂

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Still a bit cool but the buds are all out and nature starting to get in gear!

[@catherine4092]

Thank you Greg. I'm always excited to receive your notifications. I hope you do enjoy your readings as much as your followers do. You make my evenings! ❤ Catherine in AZ

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

I do, Catherine… well, most of the time. Cheers!

[@TheNeilo-Audiosound]

Greg Sir Loving these New Father Brown Uploads. Thank you very much🙏👍May they long continue.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Glad you like them! Thanks, TheNeilo

[@TexanAmiga]

I love Father Brown and you bring all the characters to life! Thank you so much.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you Jeannine! Hope all well with you!

[@GaryColemanNC]

Thank you...

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening, Gary.

[@ulfegonwiahl2063]

One of the best.

[@evelanpatton]

12:08 LOVE the FRENCH! [ps. Any French citizens: Fight the EU for YOUR RIGHTS FOR CHEESE AS IT HAS REMAINED TRUE TO IT’s GIFT! As is! The WORLD will applaud you for this!]

[@jacquelinebell6201]

I was listening and the narrator sounded familiar. I was happy to discover it was Greg Wagland. 😊

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Me too!

[@jtbasener8740]

Oh, Greg, do you happen to have a favorite Father Brown story?

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

I’m not very familiar with them, JTB. My favourite is probably the last one I read!

[@jtbasener8740]

@@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio I do love this one. Hearing it brought back memories of the time I first time I read it. To add to that, you read it brilliantly.

[@christopher5361]

What a deeply great story!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

There is a depth to them, isn't there?

[@warrenharwell4145]

More More More

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Yes, yes, yes, Warren.

[@KitCalder]

An absolute corker!

[@janerigg9358]

That's tomorrow sorted......new listings :) Thank you, I'm excited xx

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening Jane. Cheers!

[@tottiemae2258]

Only "bats can tell the difference" between your Italian and Frenchman? You do make me smile, GW. 😉😊

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Ha!

[@rjfpac]

This might be my favorite Fr. BROWN story

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

It’s a cracker! As Frank Carson used to say!

[@ainaguru4986]

me too it was so odd i almost gave up but i’m glad i made it to the conclusion!

[@Kington99]

Did anyone else Google donkey whistle out of curiosity?

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

I didn’t dare!

[@Kington99]

@@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio yes I had a certain amount of trepidation, turns out it's a phrase GK Chesterton invented for Father Brown to baffle Flambeau with, it doesn't mean anything

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Good to know!!! I’ll sleep easier now!

[@julielevinge266]

THANK GOD FOR THAT!!!😂😂😂

[@StingRaeTheSingingSiren]

Love Father Brown!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

It's Father's Day. Why wouldn't you!

[@annskinner8467]

Thanks Greg, what a treat ❤️🀄️🀄️🀄️🀄️❤️

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks Ann.

[@Angelious2]

Love this story and great to hear it with your voice

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you Angelious.

[@jeffhinely2105]

Well done! Thanks much

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks, Jeff. Glad you enjoyed!

[@satanlucifer6099]

Thanks for this, Uncle Greg!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Sorry, belated reply, young nephew! Hope you've enjoyed the Chestertons so far.

[@kristapedia]

Oh man that was sooo good!!!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks Kris

[@mrmeowmeow710]

2 mega thumbs up

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you mr meow meow. Do cats have thumbs?

[@mrmeowmeow710]

@@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio Polydactyl do

[@mrmeowmeow710]

polydactyl cat does

[@hangawara]

Another great Chestertonian chase. And well read'

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you Eric. Yes, it's rather a good chase - very UnHollywood if you know what I mean.

[@hangawara]

@Sherlock Holmes Stories Magpie Audio yes, I mean it's kind of a tool in several Chesterton's stories; the man Who Was Thursday is probably the best example🤓

[@hangawara]

I'm not a critic or nuttin'. Just noticing.🧐

[@hangawara]

And even though it's not really a chase, the beginning of The Tins of Mince Sardines also gives the story pace. In fact, the image of a small boat sailing through a Norfolk field was fantastic.

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Beautiful tale. Thank you, Greg. ❤

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

It is, isn't it? Thanks JFQ&YC

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

I've never put my handle in acronym form and I love it. Thank you, Greg. 🙂

[@evelanpatton]

Cat & mouse, mouse & Rat; Smart Paw, sloppy stew; Pursuing clones, Opposites & oddities, attract; Fa bow, ‘incline, recline, thought over, a sign; Cat & mouse, mouse & Rat, Empty sat.

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Sloppy stew! Indeed! Cheers Evelan.

[@s.d.357]

Thank you!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening.

[@joeharoutunian1805]

Thanks!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you Mr Haroutunian. Kind of you!

[@bethanyrldodson]

This one makes me laugh ❤Thanks for putting this up!

[@jacquelineteale4937]

Excellent! Well done!

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gabaleo2568]

Thanks a lot! ❤

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks for listening Gabal Eo!

[@sierraseven3680]

What was the difference in the recording methods?

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Experimenting with a cardioid condenser headset microphone, and then a decent dynamic microphone, in recording booth and in reasonably good ordinary room, on these 4 FB stories, with one of the stories just using my usual setup of channel strip SPL and Lewitt mic. I'm afraid I do like experimenting with these things...

[@FormerMPSGT]

Can I Block this and still get all other Magpie?

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Not sure, former MPSGT. Maybe. Just don't click on it?

[@FormerMPSGT]

@@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audiocomes up? Love all your other Productions!

[@sus_r0]

nice

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks

[@sherlock_holmes_magpie_audio]

Thanks