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1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales Show Notes – "The Magic Egg" by Frank R. Stockton Summary Frank R. Stockton's The Magic Egg is a whimsical, gently satirical tale about belief, persuasion, and the strange power of confidence. The story centers on a curious performer who claims ...  Show more

1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales Show Notes – "The Clarion Call" by O. Henry Summary O. Henry's The Clarion Call is one of his sharpest, most ironic crime tales—an urban cat‑and‑mouse story set against the bustle of early 20th‑century New York. It follows Detective Barney Woods ...  Show more

Baseball’s progression from an amateur activity to a professional sport is full of great stories. Hear about the myths and legends of early baseball; the pioneers and the inventors; the moguls and the superstars. And the gamblers. It all leads to the formation of the 1919 Chicago ...  Show more

An elderly ex-ballplayer's son helps him fulfill his dying wish to attend a game at every major league ballpark. Emphasis on dying wish. Sponsors: Zocdoc- Go to Zocdoc.com/PARADISE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are availab ...  Show more

To celebrate the start of the World Series, we've got two stories about baseball and community. This episode was hosted by Larry Rosen and Muneesh Jain. Storytellers: Bridget Flaherty and her son get a special experience at a baseball stadium. Rob Warren coaches a baseball team, ...  Show more

This week, Tyler - your sports master-knower-knowledge-haver-portrayer-educator and Mark, the opposite of that, explore the wide world of baseball. Spoiler alert: there are four bases and there are, in fact, balls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices