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.
Episodes
17 episodes
A History of Geroge Washington
In this Episode we feature a history of George Washington, we begin with a small but fascinating detail—one that reminds us how even the most familiar stories can shift beneath our feet. An Ai script based on prompt directions from and read by ...
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Season 16
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Episode 6
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9:12
Essay on Abraham Lincoln by Walt Whitman
In this episode, we'll feature an essay written by Walt Whitman after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and appeared in the complete prose works of Walt Whitman, in 1892. Having met Lincoln personally, his essay on the slain president ...
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Episode 5
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13:58
A Valentine for Oliver
In this episode we share the heartwarming story from A Valentine for Oliver, where Mrs. Wil...
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Season 16
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Episode 4
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6:49
The Last Letter in the Box.
Rediscover the Magic of Love This Valentine’s Day! 💌Step into the heartwarming world of The Last Letter in the Box.docx, where a single mysterious valentine leads Marjorie on a journey of hope, memory, and enduring love. When the ...
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Season 16
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Episode 3
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6:15
The History of Valentines Day
In this episode we take a look at the history of Valentines Day, how it was founded and developed over time. Read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.
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Season 16
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Episode 1
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4:57
Valentine Day Classics Poems of Love
In this episode we feature some classic poems of love including Love How Do I Love Thee?Elizabeth Barrett Browning,Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer Day?William ShakespeareAnd More! All Read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.
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Season 16
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Episode 2
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17:00
New Year Celebrations Around the World
As we come to the close of 2025 in this episode we feature some of the celebrations held around the world. Hosted by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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15:47
The Christmas Story
In this Episode we feature The Christmas Story as told in Luke Chapter 2: 8 through 16. Read by Kristie Thomas.
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:50
A Visit from St. Nicholas or the Night Before Christmas.
In this episode we feature the classic poem " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas". The poem was originally titled “A Visit from St. Nicholas” and first published anonymously in the Troy Sentinel newspaper on December 23, 1823
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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6:57
Periwinkle & Penelope Penguins Christmas Adventure
In this episode we feature a Christmas Story written and read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas. Santa, Head Elf Elferdink Jones and Rudolph's grandson Randolph are stranded at the south Pole. It will be up to 2 young Emperor Penguins to help save Ch...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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18:10
Kristianna, Angel of Joy! The Christmas Announcement!
In this episode we feature an original poem about the selection of the angel in heaven to proclaim the announcement of Christ's birth to the shepherds. Written and Read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas with special guest Kristie Thomas.
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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8:10
More Christmas Poems
In this episode we feature more classic Christmas Poems including I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow,The Bells by Edgar Allan Poe,As Joseph Was A-Walking -Santa Claus - Song - The Friendly Beasts,Christmas Carols a...
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Season 14
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Episode 3
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18:31
Christmas Poems
In this episode, we'll present some Christmas poems about the jolly old elf, Santa Claus. Read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas
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21:32
Customs of Christmas Around the World
In this episode we present more Customs of Christmas around the world including the history of Santa Claus, Christmas trees, Candy Canes, and more. All part of the Magic of Christmas, read by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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14:01
Christmas Traditions Around the World
Christmas is a time that holds special memories for young and old. We'll be sharing several Christmas stories, poems, and informational episodes during the holidays. We appreciate all of you who have been downloading and listening to our featur...
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Season 15
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Episode 1
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16:02
The Harvest Cart Parade, an AI generated Story
In this Episode we feature an AI generated story. based on a thanksgiving decoration that is a corn cob, or it's actually resin, but it looks like a corn cob and inside are several different creatures. A raccoon, a squirrel, a hedgehog, and a b...
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Season 14
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Episode 11
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4:59
