The Radio Reading Room
The Radio Reading Room features the Stories of Americana special Featured Segments feature stories and poetry from some of America's Classic authors, such as, Edgar Allen Poe, Robert Frost, Emily Dickerson, T.S. Elliot and many more. The program is hosted and stories read by long time broadcast veteran and voice artist Myron Hieronymous Thomas. First aired over WQSA AM radio in Sarasota Florida in 1989 the program fast became a favorite of listeners and participants.
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The Green Flame of Tara
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a journey into Ireland’s ancient heart. The Green Flame of Tara is an original tale blending Irish folklore with the real history of St. Patrick, told through the eyes of a curious young boy who witnesses a moment when legend and truth touch hands. Set among the windswept hills and sacred fires of fifth‑century Ireland, this story captures the courage, mystery, and quiet transformation that shaped a nation.
Following the tale, we step into a brief historical reflection on the real St. Patrick—his kidnapping, escape, return to Ireland, and the remarkable compassion that turned a former slave into one of the most enduring figures in Western history.
Atmospheric, thoughtful, and rich with Celtic spirit, this St. Patrick’s Day episode invites listeners to look beyond the parades and green banners and rediscover the light at the center of the celebration. Read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.