The Oracle of the Dog | A Father Brown story by G. K. Chesterton | A Bitesized Audiobook

[@BitesizedAudio]

If you enjoyed this story, you may like to visit my Bandcamp page where you can listen for free to my narrations of many more classic stories. You can also purchase and download an mp3 (or another format of your choice) of this or any of my other recordings: bitesizedaudio.bandcamp.com Listener support on Bandcamp helps me to keep producing new content like this. I also have a Patreon page: www.patreon.com/bitesizedaudio Or for occasional one-off support, you can Buy Me a Coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/bitesizedaudio Thanks for listening. Simon Stanhope (narrator)

[@manasbose8817]

A story is always better if there is a dog in it 😀 Thanks Simon

[@BitesizedAudio]

Indeed so! It's especially pleasing to have the dog at the centre of the story, as in this one. Thanks @manas bose

[@terranovarubacha5473]

There's a wonderful dog in Money for Nothing by PG Wodehouse. If you haven't read it, I highly recommend

[@NathanEllisBodi]

The proviso being, the dog isn't harmed. 😊

[@granthurlburt4062]

The description of the secretary who was not only a jack-of-all-trades but who knew better than any tradesman is humorous and wonderful and fits many people I know (maybe even myself at times).

[@sloanfrakes5918]

You put a smile on my face when I say this now I have my bedtime story thank you for sharing your gift may you be blessed

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you! Wishing you sweet dreams....

[@kathiedevall5560]

❤

[@johnmartin4650]

Excellent…..thank you .

[@mijiyoon5575]

Re~listen ... more than 2X+ ...clever...loved this one ...TY *Bitesized Audio Classics w/Mr. Simon Stanhope* 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🎬

[@granthurlburt4062]

Thank you both for the excellent reading and the posting. I',m sure you gave your dog a great life and vice versa.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Appreciated, thank you!

[@chimera8421]

Oh goody! Bedtime story tonight. Thank you Simon.

[@Gumblina1]

Looking at the chewed up headphones, a pillow ripped to pieces...both my dogs know they are the guilty parties, both trying hard to pretend to be innocent. In fact they have the same look on their face as Ruby as I give them a Paddington bear stare...... anger subsides. Wonderful story ❤ , beautifully read again. I hope my dogs learn something from the story (they have to listen as I have no headphones)!!!!!

[@BitesizedAudio]

Ah yes, the classic Paddington hard stare. Dogs are very good at looking innocent, aren't they? I hope they enjoyed the story!

[@Gumblina1]

@@BitesizedAudio Have just purchased your selection of Victorian and Edwardian Ghost Stories on Audible. Will be listening tonight and cannot wait to give a positive review, you are simply the best. And yes Bella and Harry are looking very guilty now.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you so much!

[@jamc9459]

Haaaaa! Funny, I wrecked my headphones about 3 weeks ago, color me doglike, so am also enjoying this 'sans the phones' LOL. Blessings to you. J

[@patriciajrs46]

Came back to complain of the conduct of the stick. Oh, my. Ha ha. I love dogs. How dare anyone change the rules of the game. I appreciate Chesterton's use of personification of the dog's thoughts and motives. Sweet. Very good story.

[@ginabeena6757]

Oh happy day!! Love the Father Brown stories! Thank you!

[@BitesizedAudio]

Wonderful, thanks for listening Gina

[@jenniferleason1322]

Very good. Thank you 🙏👏👏😃

[@rosamariamendoza1466]

Yeah, me too!!🥰

[@Bambisgf77]

Yay!! Simon! I love Father Brown & so happy to see your version! Thank you 😊

[@alexdavies7394]

A fantastic reading of this Father Brown story! Thank you for sharing it. I hope you don't mind my saying but I would like to offer my sincere condolences to you, regarding your recent loss.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you Alex, much appreciated

[@alexdavies7394]

@@BitesizedAudio 👍

[@CharlieOkeson]

Yay, Father Brown. Thanks, Simon.

[@chelamcguire]

Most enjoyable. I have enjoyed this beautifully delivered narration of Father Brown. This is the first Father Brown I've herd though I've read many books with this wise character. Great, clear voice with so much depth. Mr. Stanhope, AKA Bitesized, thank you so much for this little gem that has brightened my afternoon. It was so thoughtful of you to remember your dear dog, Ruby who passed away in November of '21. May her memories stay with you always. Being a 'human' to three hounds, I too love dogs and those that have passed on are never forgotten. Thanks again - I've now become a subscriber and look forward to hearing you entertain me in the future.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you so much for subscribing, and for your kind comments. Best wishes

[@markvines7308]

I know these are public domain, but I was surprised to see this exact copy on another channel. Simons superb voice is unmistakable and they hadn't even changed the thumbnail except for the channel logo

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you for letting me know about that Mark, I wasn't aware of it. I try to make it clear that the text of the stories I read is public domain, but my recordings aren't - copyright for those rests with me / Bitesized Audio. I think people sometimes confuse the two. I'll investigate further, thanks again for bringing it to my attention

[@markvines7308]

@@BitesizedAudio I thought that would be the case. The channel is "Theresa Meehan", there are a few of yours on there. Some still have your logo on them.

[@Laura-tp8wz]

RIP Ruby. Thanks for posting

[@ClipperHorizon]

"When thus charged with having changed his name he merely stared, like a sphinx, and then said, with a little laugh, that he supposed Americans had no names to change." What a burn. I love Chesterton's writing.

[@ClockworkChainsaw]

Perfect, just in time for a bedtime story. ^^

[@chrisnorman9980]

What a treat! Thanks!

[@jaclynrodrigues7289]

Best story ever❤ the detail of the dogs character is awesome 😂❤so good, my new favorite channel, great looking 🐕 I love it

[@shannondore]

Finally got a chance to listen to this. I want to think it was read in memory of your sweet dog. Another great story, thank you Simon.😊

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thanks Shannon. It was, really... the story had been on my list for a while, but I brought it up to the top of the list after losing Ruby... it's her picture on the title card. So glad to know you enjoyed it

[@heatherRebekah77]

@@BitesizedAudio it's a beautiful picture, she has such a captivating sweet face. I saw your comment here, I hope you don't mind, I wanted to say as one of your listeners, I'm sorry for the loss of your special girl.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you Heather, appreciated

[@maryann3671]

Lukey and I are fans of Father Brown, and we very much enjoyed this story. Lukey and I send our condolences. We feel your loss very much.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you Mary Ann and Lukey, appreciated

[@deanpapadopoulos3314]

Wonderful and wonderfully read. Thank you. I didn’t know that the great minister was an author. But it makes sense. I like the way he wove his point right at the end…very clever. Beautiful phrasing, intonation, and emphasis. I’m learning a lot from you and I’m enjoying it. It is one thing to read what one has read and another thing to read it as it would have been spoken. It seems to me (I’m learning) that if the inner voice has not been trained to read by listening to a proper reading then perhaps a considerable amount of comprehension gets lost. How else is someone supposed to distinguish the attitude of a line or where’s character is speaking to himself or to another character. Thank you for your craft and for your creative artistry.

[@j.t.1215]

Beautiful dog. I know that they are waiting to welcome us!!!! Gorgeous narration. THANK YOU! xxx

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Lovely! It has taken me a couple of weeks to finish this, because the timbre of you voice soothes me to sweet slumber at the end of a busy day so I must listen during “awake and about” time.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you, glad to know you enjoyed it!

[@joannewatts6501]

Thank-you for this wonderful story dear Simon 🐕💟🌸📘

[@BitesizedAudio]

You're most welcome. Thanks for listening Joanne

[@joannewatts6501]

@@BitesizedAudio my pleasure Simon 🐿️

[@irenabevans3411]

Thoroughly enjoyed listening to your excellent narration of another fine tale..As to the pup in the picture absolutely adorable, those soulful, thoughtful eyes just melt your heart, a beautiful fur ball💓....,would trust my mutt's instincts of danger above my own any day

[@rosamariamendoza1466]

Yes,and he's a Lab!🥰🥰🥰

[@DebMcDonald]

Thank you Simon for reading this story, a favourite of mine. It’s nice to see a dog treated as a dog. They’re wonderful as they are in their routines and simplicity and as Chesterton says their colossal egos! Don’t start a routine in puppyhood that you don’t want to continue for years to come. Also some good advice on superstition. Deb

[@BitesizedAudio]

Glad you enjoyed it: I've had it on my list for a while, and had noted it as one of your requests!

[@DebMcDonald]

@@BitesizedAudio Thanks for remembering. Hope you enjoyed the story too.

[@BitesizedAudio]

I did indeed. I was prompted to bump it up the list by the loss of our beloved family dog who died last month aged 13, so it's sort of my tribute to her (it's her on the title card... I know, not the same breed as the story, but still...). But I liked the story anyway, of course!

[@DebMcDonald]

@@BitesizedAudio O Simon I’m sorry! What a sweet face she has. What a lovely tribute to her. She’ll be there forever.

[@gaylemc2692]

So sorry for your loss. What a cutie pie.

[@bethelshiloh]

What a delightful reading. Thank you.

[@WadeWeigle]

Love the Father Brown stories. Please dig more up! Thank you.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Yes indeed, I have more Father Brown stories on my to-do list, plus some stories featuring Chesterton's other, less well remembered, detectives...

[@appalachianamerican7171]

I hadn't heard of Father Brown until I happened onto this channel. So thank you Mr. Simon for another good story.

[@BitesizedAudio]

You're welcome as always AA! Best wishes to you

[@mariameere5807]

Oh my God oh my God oh my God oh my God! You have made my day you don’t understand I just got in from the rain, I like the rain, And a cup of tea and this story is exactly what I need right now! I’m originally half Irish, so the rain reminds me of Ireland because it literally rains every day there, (sometimes it’s nice to get out of it though!) and I left when I was 15 going on 16 to come to London I was obsessed with London especially the 1920s and when I had a past life regression it turns out that that misprint I was last on this planet! Born in the 1920s..... Maybe that’s why I love this channel, yours Particularly because it’s so professionally done and your voice is so distinctive and I love detective stuff I’ve been listening to Dorothy L Sayers, I don’t know if you know her but she is amazing! So I’ve read all of Agatha Christie so many times that I had to look for somebody else and I found her and now father Brown, I remember this one priest who was so kind and we used to sit on his lap! It was so innocent back then, he was such a holy man and I remember I didn’t believe in God and I said to him prove to me that there is a God and what he said, I can’t remember it but it was such a moving speech and he described everything and it just made me think twice and when I had my near death experience then I found out what he Was right except there is no hell, we learn from our mistakes! People say oh you were hallucinating but I had no brain activity for four minutes and I was on life-support for three days! Sorry I don’t want to leave long comments anymore! Damn I’ve done it again! Anyway I was wondering if Dorothy L Sayers did short stories, maybe you could consider one of those. I hope you don’t think I’m being rude or pushy it’s just I’ve just discovered her! Anyway have a beautiful restful evening and night! Many thanks and blessings!✨🕊✨

[@BitesizedAudio]

I do indeed know Dorothy L. Sayers, I read all her books many years ago and enjoyed them thoroughly, I think like you I moved on to her after I exhausted Agatha Christie. Sayers did indeed write short stories, mostly featuring Lord Peter Wimsey, but alas they're still under copyright ... she died in the late 1950s I think, so her work isn't in the public domain for a few years yet. I do have a lot more detective stories on my to-do list for the months ahead though, more Max Carrados, Father Brown, Loveday Brooke and others, so do stay tuned for those!

[@mariameere5807]

@@BitesizedAudio I will! Thank you so much for your reply! You’re the first person I have met that also knows Dorothy L Sayers! And Agatha Christie was sold so many books and continues to do so, I’ve heard on the documentary about her life that it’s only 2nd to Shakespeare after the Bible, that is where she stands in the records of how many books that she has sold! I loved today’s story, One of the best stories of Father Brown I’ve heard yet. Apparently I haven’t scratched the surface there’s lots more when it comes to him! Thanks again and take care!

[@nilgiridreaming]

Foound yr comment re Fr Brown story on Bitesized audio - re yr near death experience, I had same & discovered same - there is no hell, only love - the ‘universe’ is made up of love. As a result I am a ‘different’ person who can ignore life’s harshness. Nevertheless, I pray for humanity for there is a lack of spiritual evolution - hence wars and other bloodshed.

[@mariameere5807]

@@nilgiridreaming Wow that was a long loooong comment I left! It is amazing how much my life changed after that experience of the after life…. I felt like I was there for many years… to rejuvenate me, so I could have the strength to heal when I returned, and you are right about what is happening on the planet today. I truly believe that when we shine love on a situation, that it brings anything unlike itself up in order to be healed, released, forgiven and forgotten even!! And I see that happening to individuals at this pivotal time for humanity and as a collective! Awakening and awareness shows up what needs to be changed and it can seem like things are getting worse but in-fact it’s bc the issues are no longer hidden… they were always there but now they’re visible and therefore transformation becomes possible! I am so happy that you read my crazily long message! May all your hearts desires manifest in perfect divine timing! Bright blessings!🙏 🌹♥️🌹

[@feralbluee]

i am writing way too much on YT today. got used to during the pandemic :) what i to also say is - i live that you pause at the end of the story so we can absorb the story and form a thought. so, so many readers run right into their sign off without a pause. so thanks again. (Father Brown’s explanation of the dog’s reactions was marvelous. :) 🐶🐕🌷🌱

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thank you so much for your kind comments Alexa, they have cheered me up as I battle YT's attempts to force me off their platform... I fear I'm getting to the end of the road with this channel, but I am determined to keep going so am looking at other platforms for my future content - I'll keep you posted.

[@feralbluee]

@@BitesizedAudio thanks for letting me know I actually helped you through all that. here I am in New York and you're someplace in England - amazing.and really wonderful, too. so glad you're still on YT!! :} 🌹

[@Labeechie]

Simon, your dog’s picture is so darling. I thought it was from a book cover . Looks like my dearly missed dog. Those eyes.❤❤❤

[@BitesizedAudio]

I know! She is much missed...

[@8739PS]

Finally had some spare time to give this a proper listen. Loved it. Thank you Simon for another superb story. Do keep them coming!

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thanks Sue, will do my best! Glad to know you enjoyed this one

[@abige69]

Thank u sooo much 💜

[@williamfawkes8379]

Lovely story, any tale that includes a dog, without it being endangered, is likely to be one that I will enjoy. My young dog, who joined us during the long dark of 2020, was a bit jealous of my attention whilst I attempted to listen to the whole thing. He is a rebound dog, who chanced to be found as we were mourning our old sweet mastiff, Artemis. Although he has some seasoning to do, so far he has been a great goofy lot of fun. Thanks for the wonderful stories!

[@BitesizedAudio]

I'm glad to know that, how wonderful. I hope he enjoyed the story too!

[@tottiemae2258]

I'm very grateful to you for saying that the dog wasn't endangered. I avoid animal movies, books, etc. because it seems they often get hurt or die. That is NOT relaxing to me. After your comment I can lay back and enjoy this. Thank you!!

[@williamfawkes8379]

@tottiemae2258 My pleasure, and my young pup is a grown-up boy now, and very much a pyrenean mountain dog. In fact, you can probably hear his snores wherever you are. 😃

[@tottiemae2258]

@@williamfawkes8379 🤣

[@DJK-cq2uy]

😂😅😂😂

[@synesthete23]

So glad to hear a new story from the Father Brown classics! Thank you Simon and your dog’s face looked sweet and loving on the title card 💛

[@trishtraynor1237]

I'm an Aspie and one of my traits is synaesthesia. The Man Who Was Thursday is a great description of a man wearing a brown suit . 😂 Bonnie wee dug, a hug to you from me and Dempsey, my chihuahua. 💖

[@sijophilip9482]

It is indeed a great pleasure hearing this story read. I thoroughly enjoyed it throughout. I had been a student of English Language and Literature and have done my Master's in the same. Unfortunately, during my stint at College, I haven't been able to learn any works of G.K Chersterton as there were no such contents in our syllabus.

[@otto17023]

I have heard that complaint before, from a man with an English degree who did not discover GKC's genius until after he had graduated college and who was angry that he had never been taught about Chesterton. Chesterton was a brilliant man, one who predicted so much of what we are now dealing with, one of the most popular and influential writers of his day... But he was "memory-holed" upon his death, more's the pity.

[@granthurlburt4062]

One of the most popular and amusing and pithy writers in Canada was Mordecai Richler, but he is rarely taught or studied in Canadian universities. One of his biographers " he has discovered during various interviews and Richler-related events just how deep-seated the old antipathies remain, both among the Quebec nationalists whose project Richler savaged so effectively and among fellow Jews who saw him as a renegade exposing his community to the ridicule of anti-Semites. Richler likewise offends contemporary literary sensibilities, according to Foran, especially what he considers to be the "pinched and ahistorical and impoverished notion of literature" that currently rules the academy. "More and more we want our novels - even those novels taught at the university level - to have simple and clear, preferably progressive thematic concerns," he says. "They have to relate to progressive politics, they have to relate to social justice. What are these words doing mixed up with literature?"" Richler didnt need Canada Council grants (in fairness, the great Leonard Cohen did). One reads him for his pithy descriptions of contemporary jewish and Anglo-Quebecker life, and of Montreal and the Townships. Meanwhile little-read writers whose work suits the academy because it is progressive (complaining). It really shows that one needs to read more than just what (usually deservedly) is presented in English courses.

[@christinemarshall1366]

Thank you for another wonderful story, excellently narrated.

[@kjcolewelle]

Chesterton was always good for an incisive turn of phrase. I really liked the way you voiced FB's apologetic indignation (or indignant apologetics) at certain points. Subtle nail-on-head stuff! Thank you 👌

[@BitesizedAudio]

@kjcolewelle Appreciated, thank you!

[@scoutrifle6827]

Always excellent, both in material selection and performance!

[@BitesizedAudio]

Appreciated, thanks Scout!

[@drfrankensteinscreations]

Very nice, I thought I had heard all the Father Brown stories that were available!

[@BitesizedAudio]

There are still quite a few I'd like to record (though several aren't public domain yet). Thanks for listening

[@Angelious2]

Yay a new father brown story. Thanks 😊

[@BitesizedAudio]

@Angelious2 You're most welcome! Hope you enjoy, thanks for listening

[@THEPAGEBURNER1979]

Dam good to hear your voice hope all is well. Thanks Sir Simon!!!

[@BitesizedAudio]

I'm well thanks PB, I hope you are too?

[@jaclynrodrigues7289]

I am so sorry for your loss of Ruby, I should have said that first, I sadly understand your hurt and pain, i am so sorry about beautiful Ruby Thank you for such a beautiful story to remember her by❤

[@notmyhome]

Thank you, II love the ending of that one. " He was made man."

[@ROXI-zq4fg]

Ohhh how I needed this tonight! 😁😁😁 Can't wait to hit the bed and listen ❤ Thank you!

[@BitesizedAudio]

You're welcome Roxi, I hope you enjoy!

[@jpss634]

Sorry for the loss of your dog Ruby. It is hard to loose a good friend.

[@sarahsamaria8283]

Really enjoyed the story of Father Brown. Well narrated. The murder is set in a really gorgeous surrounding. Liked the way the inner feelings of the dog was given words by Father Brown. We tend to look for complicated answers when in reality, what's on the menu is really quite simple.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Indeed. Thanks Sarah

[@pilgrim....]

'When the solution is simple, God is speaking' Albert Einstein.

[@sarahsamaria8283]

@@pilgrim.... such a beautiful quote. Always thought that Einstein was agnostic as this seems to be the trend with scientists. And yet to me they should be the most stout believers as they witness God's miracles daily.

[@pilgrim....]

@@sarahsamaria8283 I don't know much about Einstein but that's one of my favourite quotes. I don't understand why people of certain religious beliefs deny medical treatment which, if you believe in God, come from the brain he created. Just a thought, thanks ¯\_ʘ‿ʘ_/¯ Another good Einstein quote and I think more widely known is 'God does not play dice with the Universe'.

[@ipsygypsy16]

Oh wow! A Father Brown story!

[@mariameere5807]

You have fabulous taste!🌟

[@SpuktasticAudio]

My cups runneth over. How long can I resist this one? ❤

[@paulgarland3140]

Wonderfully read! Many thanks!!

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thanks Paul, glad to know you enjoyed it

[@captainsmokey4068]

thank you for posting this

[@BitesizedAudio]

You're most welcome. Thanks for listening and taking time to comment

[@stevenverhaegen8729]

One of my favourite Father Brown stories, and with interesting "clin d'œil" to Arthur Conan Doyle and Gaston Leroux! 😁👍

[@BitesizedAudio]

Yes indeed, clear echoes of the line about the dog's behaviour in Silver Blaze.... Thanks Steven

[@priscillaspitzer2476]

,_ z

[@kaybowkett7931]

Loved this story. Thank you. ☺️👵🏻🇦🇺

[@kpcraftster6580]

This was excellent - many thanks for it, and your other Father Brown narrations! I have not read all the comments, so perhaps someone has identified the source of Father Brown's quotation "With your Citizen Riquetti you have puzzled Europe for ten days". The reference (a quick search suggests) must be to Honoré Gabriel Riqueti, Count of Mirabeau and his involvement in the French Revolution - but who said that of him, in just what circumstances, I wonder?

[@johnnyrockabilly4962]

Nice one great story as always happy days

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thanks Johnny, glad you enjoyed it

[@barbaraprest783]

I enjoyed that very much thank youb

[@BitesizedAudio]

Glad to know that, thanks Barbara

[@Cationna]

I am always struck by how absolutely timely Chesterton's analyses are for today's world. Losing rationality in superstition and quasi-religious ideology which doesn't even read as such... Very much present. I suppose it's an endless cycle, or a sinusoid of history. Either way, what beauty and wit of writing, and what a fantastic central central concept! Also, what excellent narration. A delight overall.

[@julielevinge266]

This has always been one of my favourite Father Brown mystery’s. You always choose the very best stories by each writers, that’s why I look forward to each of your posts so much.✊♥️

[@BitesizedAudio]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment Julie, I do like this story too (but then I love dogs...)

[@sharon-b7k6z]

Dogs and dog stories what's not to like , always good

[@sharonwhiteley6510]

May it help knowing your furry family member crossed over GOD'S RAINBOW BRIDGE knowing she was loved, will always be loved and always missed. The hole in your heart can never quite be filled, but keep your loving memories close and share the fun loving memories with others. The loss of a furry family member is always hard. It's the same as losing a family member. May GOD bless.

[@patriciajrs46]

Words. Foppish; certain phrases, these English/European culture examples are far beyond me. Perhaps that's why I can't write the way these authors do. United States vernacular, sometimes doesn't seem to be very exciting. I don't know. I know I love these stories. Thank you Simon.

[@factsoverfiction7826]

"It's the first effect of not believing in God: that you lose your common sense and can't see things as they are." (56:10)

[@spmoran4703]

The great Father Brown and a dog . Whats not to like ?

[@olikane530]

All good

[@barbarapineda5730]

The actor, Orson welles, sure had been.. explained this dreadful stories, the canine, eyes, healthy and.. 🌞 🌝 😎..brights, it filled with.. 😢..tears..

[@Stormlucy111]

Wow GK Chesterton pointed out how superstition overtakes belief.

[@kimberlykasimoff1447]

Towards the end of the story Father Brown tells of people believing in, I believe he was saying untruths, things not proven, and that reminded me in the Bible it says: But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. 1Timothy 4:7 Authorised Version.

[@Bambisgf77]

Can someone please tell me what happened to the membership option to this channel? I was a member and now cannot access it? The link in the description brings me back to the playlist were I began! Thank you in advance.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Hello Felene, I'm sorry to hear you're still unable to access it - I wonder if this may be related to the device or browser you're using. Are you able to see the "Join" button, which should be next to the "Subscribe" button either directly under the video or under the channel banner on the main page? It's showing up at my end in Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge, and on my Android app - but it may be different on other phones, tablets etc. If you have any alternative browsers or devices perhaps it's worth trying the link on them to see if that helps? Do let me know if that works!

[@BitesizedAudio]

Hi Felene, I've just seen that you've been able to rejoin! Glad to know that, thanks so much. Did you identify the cause of the issue? Do take a look at the membership tab/community posts as I've posted a "members exclusive" story since your last visit, and there's also a preview of the next story available too. Best wishes

[@Bambisgf77]

@@BitesizedAudio Dear Simon, thank you for this personal reply & caring so much about my membership. I have been a fan of yours since the beginning of your channel and have had the joy of watching it grow as others discovered your gift of storytelling. Best wishes & kind regards, Felene

[@debbiebalnaves4842]

Your Ruby was a beautiful girl 🥰

[@mwatts-riley2688]

The reader sounds like the same voice as that of whomever did the narratives of Mr 😎 Peabody and Sherman cartoons of the mid 60.s Might anyone knows those names? 📖 M. Illinois. 🇺🇸

[@BitesizedAudio]

It wasn't me! I'm not really familiar with the show as it wasn't shown on this side of the pond (that I'm aware of, maybe someone can correct me!), except that a few commenters have made the comparison on some of my previous stories so I looked it up. I believe the narrator was Edward Everett Horton, who I'm more familiar with from his roles in several of the Astaire and Rogers films of the 30s, which I often used to watch as a child when they were shown on British television during the school holidays. He used to do a slow "double-take" I remember. Is that who you are thinking of? I must confess I can't quite hear it myself, but you're by no means the only person to mention Peabody/Edward Everett Horton, so I'm out-numbered...

[@olikane530]

Yellow Dog Day March 20th

[@robertagregory7177]

OMG, has anybody told you that you sound like Edward Everett Horton? I’m showing my age.

[@zzubra]

Nice story and narration. Peculiar that the dog in the illustration is white when the dog in the story was black.

[@BitesizedAudio]

Yes, I know... the dog in the illustration is actually my dog, who sadly died recently so I was prompted to choose this story as something of a tribute to her (she'd have helped Father Brown solve the case too, I'm sure). Thanks for listening and for your kind comments.

[@sittnknittnwatchn3980]

💙📚🎙💙

[@SpuktasticAudio]

Bravo!! or should I say. Ovarb?! It had never occurred to me that Dog was God backwards. Ah, but the tongues of men and angels, I am familiar with. That is your speciality. Peed, peed yoj. ❤

[@BitesizedAudio]

sknaht Bob (your name works both ways!)

[@SpuktasticAudio]

@@BitesizedAudio 🤣

[@ravinbalgobind4519]

😅😅😮

[@barbarapineda5730]

The canines, names oracle a white dog, is confused. And so sad.. looks n..the animals, eyes, trying to. Knows yours lifes is n.. dangerous,

[@andreamaclachlan6714]

i thought they where vampires lol totally wrong