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The Machine Stops

The Machine Stops

E. M. Forster 69 episodes Nov 10, 2026

The Machine Stops is an audio adaptation of E. M. Forster's dystopian novella about a future society that lives underground, isolated, and dependent on a vast Machine for every need. When the Machine begins to fail, the story explores the consequences of technological dependence, disconnection, and the loss of direct human experience. This version includes AI-generated content.

Episodes

Report of the President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island-President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island
Report of the President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island-President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island Nov 10, 2026 6:16:53 Report of the President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island by President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island.At 4:00 a.m. on March 28, 1979, a serious accident occurred at the Three Mile Island 2 nuclear power plant near Middletown, Pennsylvania. The accident was initiated by mechanical malfunctions in the plant and made much worse by a combination of human errors in re
Coffee Break Collection 014 - New Beginnings-Various
Coffee Break Collection 014 - New Beginnings-Various Nov 9, 2026 1:42:19 Coffee Break Collection 014 by New Beginnings-Various.This is the fourteenth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "New Beginnings", where
The Story of the Siren - E.M. Forster
The Story of the Siren - E.M. Forster Nov 8, 2026 19:55 The Story of the Siren by E.M. Forster.This episode includes AI-generated content.
Aspects of the Novel-E. M. Forster
Aspects of the Novel-E. M. Forster Nov 7, 2026 5:02:34 Aspects of the Novel by E. M. Forster.This s a series of lectures given at Trinity College by the acclaimed author E.M. Forster (A Passage to India, Howard's End, A Room With a View) . In them, he discusses "both the different ways we can look at a novel and the different ways a novelist can look at his work." The aspects of the novel Forster discusses are the story, people, plot,, fantasy, prophe
Howard's End - EM Forster (Part 2 of 2)
Howard's End - EM Forster (Part 2 of 2) Nov 6, 2026 5:55:29 Howard's End by EM Forster.This episode includes AI-generated content.
Howard's End - EM Forster (Part 1 of 2)
Howard's End - EM Forster (Part 1 of 2) Nov 5, 2026 5:55:29 Howard's End by EM Forster.This episode includes AI-generated content.
Room with a View (version 2)-E. M. Forster
Room with a View (version 2)-E. M. Forster Nov 4, 2026 7:09:42 Room with a View (version 2) by E. M. Forster.The 1908 novel A Room With a View is the story of Lucy Honeychurch, a young English girl traveling to Italy for the first time. While staying in Florence, Lucy meets the unconventional George Emerson, with whom she shares a single passionate kiss, much to the horror of her chaperone, her spinsterish cousin Charlotte. Back in England, Lucy finds she mus
Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories-E. M. Forster
Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories-E. M. Forster Nov 3, 2026 4:27:57 Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories by E. M. Forster.This episode includes AI-generated content.
Where Angels Fear to Tread-E. M. Forster
Where Angels Fear to Tread-E. M. Forster Nov 2, 2026 4:43:33 Where Angels Fear to Tread by E. M. Forster.This episode includes AI-generated content.
The Thinking Machine
The Thinking Machine Nov 1, 2026 10:01 The Thinking Machine.This episode includes AI-generated content.
Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki-United States Army Corps of Engineers
Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki-United States Army Corps of Engineers Oct 31, 2026 3:34:07 "Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki-United States Army Corps of Engineers" delves into the pivotal events surrounding the atomic bombings that forever altered the course of history. This audiobook provides a detailed examination of the decisions, strategies, and logistics orchestrated by the United States Army Corps of Engineers during this critical period. As we reflect on the profound impac
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 057-Various
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 057-Various Oct 30, 2026 4:23:32 "Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 057-Various" offers a diverse array of thought-provoking essays and reflections that delve into the complexities of the human experience. This collection invites listeners to explore timeless themes of existence, technology, and society, echoing the enduring relevance of human connection and the consequences of isolation. As the world grapples with rapid technolo

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