In the second of 2 discussions on the novella The Sign of Four, we dive into the story's messy and rather sad interpersonal drama by shining a light on the most understated of narrators - Dr. Watson himself, and the tension that is dividing his heart. Join us for a 221B vibe check (spoilers: bad vibes) as we take a look at the state of Holmes and Watson's friendship, and why Watson makes a choice that threatens it... as well as our narrative structure. Do we die defending Miss Mary Morstan? Is Doyle actually just a bad writer? Is The Sign of Four the queerest story in the canon?  Content warning: Drug use, murder, and serious themes of imperialism and racism. So much racism. Listen to part 1 of our discussion on SIGN here: https://anchor.fm/however-improbable/episodes/Wild--dark-business-The-Sign-of-Four-discussion--Part-1-e1kbjrv  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod

In the second of 2 discussions on the novella The Sign of Four, we dive into the story's messy and rather sad interpersonal drama by shining a light on the most understated of narrators - Dr. Watson himself, and the tension that is dividing his heart. Join us for a 221B vibe check (spoilers: bad vibes) as we take a look at the state of Holmes and Watson's friendship, and why Watson makes a choice that threatens it... as well as our narrative structure. Do we die defending Miss Mary Morstan? Is Doyle actually just a bad writer? Is The Sign of Four the queerest story in the canon?  Content warning: Drug use, murder, and serious themes of imperialism and racism. So much racism. Listen to part 1 of our discussion on SIGN here: <a href="https://anchor.fm/however-improbable/episodes/Wild--dark-business-The-Sign-of-Four-discussion--Part-1-e1kbjrv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/however-improbable/episodes/Wild--dark-business-The-Sign-of-Four-discussion--Part-1-e1kbjrv</a> Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

Tinged with romanticism: The Sign of Four discussion, part 2

A young woman named Mary Morstan comes to Baker Street with a most unusual problem… kicking off a tale of treasure, murder and romance. The Sign of Four blends decadence, imperialism, dark family secrets and literal buried treasure with an almost genre-bending romantic air and some interpersonal drama.  This is part 1 of 2 on our episodes covering Doyle's second novella. Today, we're building a theoretical backbone for this story, and examining what Holmes's actions and conflicts symbolize. We discuss Holmes's drug use as a symbol for London as a whole, what Doyle might have been trying to say about empire and power, and how SIGN is kind of like a noir. Content warning: Drug use, murder, and serious themes of imperialism and racism. So much racism.   Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod

A young woman named Mary Morstan comes to Baker Street with a most unusual problem… kicking off a tale of treasure, murder and romance. The Sign of Four blends decadence, imperialism, dark family secrets and literal buried treasure with an almost genre-bending romantic air and some interpersonal drama.  This is part 1 of 2 on our episodes covering Doyle's second novella. Today, we're building a theoretical backbone for this story, and examining what Holmes's actions and conflicts symbolize. We discuss Holmes's drug use as a symbol for London as a whole, what Doyle might have been trying to say about empire and power, and how SIGN is kind of like a noir. Content warning: Drug use, murder, and serious themes of imperialism and racism. So much racism.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

Wild, dark business: The Sign of Four discussion, Part 1

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter 10 - The End of the Islander Chapter 11 - The Great Agra Treasure Chapter 12 - The Strange Story of Jonathan Small  “For me,” said Sherlock Holmes, “there still remains the cocaine-bottle.” And he stretched his long white hand up for it.  The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex HERE. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter 10 - The End of the Islander Chapter 11 - The Great Agra Treasure Chapter 12 - The Strange Story of Jonathan Small “For me,” said Sherlock Holmes, “there still remains the cocaine-bottle.” And he stretched his long white hand up for it. The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex <a href="https://www.paula-brett.co.uk/shows" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Sign of Four: Chapters 10 - 12

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter 7 - The Episode of the Barrel Chapter 8 - The Baker Street Irregulars Chapter 9 - A Break in the Chain  “It is a romance!” cried Mrs. Forrester. “An injured lady, half a million in treasure, a black cannibal, and a wooden-legged ruffian. They take the place of the conventional dragon or wicked earl.” “And two knight-errants to the rescue,” added Miss Morstan, with a bright glance at me.  The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex HERE. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter 7 - The Episode of the Barrel Chapter 8 - The Baker Street Irregulars Chapter 9 - A Break in the Chain “It is a romance!” cried Mrs. Forrester. “An injured lady, half a million in treasure, a black cannibal, and a wooden-legged ruffian. They take the place of the conventional dragon or wicked earl.” “And two knight-errants to the rescue,” added Miss Morstan, with a bright glance at me. The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex <a href="https://www.paula-brett.co.uk/shows" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Sign of Four: Chapters 7 - 9

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter 4 - The Story of the Bald-Headed Man Chapter 5 - The Tragedy of Pondicherry Lodge Chapter 6 - Sherlock Holmes Gives a Demonstration  In the light of the lantern I read, with a thrill of horror, “The sign of the four.” “In God’s name, what does it all mean?” I asked. “It means murder,” said he, stooping over the dead man.  The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex HERE. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter 4 - The Story of the Bald-Headed Man Chapter 5 - The Tragedy of Pondicherry Lodge Chapter 6 - Sherlock Holmes Gives a Demonstration In the light of the lantern I read, with a thrill of horror, “The sign of the four.” “In God’s name, what does it all mean?” I asked. “It means murder,” said he, stooping over the dead man. The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex <a href="https://www.paula-brett.co.uk/shows" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Sign of Four: Chapters 4 - 6

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter I - The Science of Deduction Chapter 2 - The Statement of the Case Chapter 3 - In Quest of a Solution “My mind,” he said, “rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me work, give me the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate analysis, and I am in my own proper atmosphere.”  The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex HERE. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June.

The Sign of Four by Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Paula Brett Chapter I - The Science of Deduction Chapter 2 - The Statement of the Case Chapter 3 - In Quest of a Solution “My mind,” he said, “rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me work, give me the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate analysis, and I am in my own proper atmosphere.”  The Sign of Four is narrated by Paula Brett. Paula is a queer, autistic theatremaker from London. Their practise includes clowning, puppetry, singing, dance, voiceover. and writing. Paula's show Villainex is all about queer identity, accessibility and what it is to really belong. You can ready more about Villainex <a href="https://www.paula-brett.co.uk/shows" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. They can also be heard in award-winning podcast OBLIVITY, and in HYPATIA'S MATHEMATICAL MAZE for BBC Bitesize. Paula has contributed to Broccoli Productions ANTHEMS: PRIDE podcast, Drag Queen storyteller Mama G and the 2020 Virtual Collaborators Project. They are alumni of the Vital Xposure Wellspring program, and their play STATIC will receive a rehearsed reading at the Pen Theatre in June.

The Sign of Four: Chapters 1 - 3

Some podcasters might be deterred to cover one of the most popular medical dramas of all time - that also kind of counts as a Holmes adaptations - considering we haven’t either really watched any of it. Not us though.  Today’s case file covers House M.D., and we’ve invited Twitter’s greatest House fan, Sara Ghaleb, to give us a hand. Sara recommended a few key episodes that she thinks summarize how House is a Holmes adaptation - and so armed with that very limited knowledge, we sat down to talk about it. Tune in for the highs, lows, and accidental murders in this long-running medical drama, the joys of seeing the Holmes &amp; Watson friendship in many different formats, and the inherent Victorian-ness of serialized television. This episode does contain some language, as well as spoilers for the show. Sara Ghaleb is a writer and comedian in Los Angeles, California. She writes sketch comedy, and her work has appeared in Paste Magazine, Vox, and Them. Sara is a writer and co-creator of the scripted mystery podcast Arden, and also co-hosts the non-fiction history-comedy podcast Historical Hookups. Find her on Twitter!

Some podcasters might be deterred to cover one of the most popular medical dramas of all time - that also kind of counts as a Holmes adaptations - considering we haven’t either really watched any of it. Not us though.  Today’s case file covers House M.D., and we’ve invited Twitter’s greatest House fan, Sara Ghaleb, to give us a hand. Sara recommended a few key episodes that she thinks summarize how House is a Holmes adaptation - and so armed with that very limited knowledge, we sat down to talk about it. Tune in for the highs, lows, and accidental murders in this long-running medical drama, the joys of seeing the Holmes &amp; Watson friendship in many different formats, and the inherent Victorian-ness of serialized television. This episode does contain some language, as well as spoilers for the show. Sara Ghaleb is a writer and comedian in Los Angeles, California. She writes sketch comedy, and her work has appeared in Paste Magazine, Vox, and Them. Sara is a writer and co-creator of the scripted mystery podcast Arden, and also co-hosts the non-fiction history-comedy podcast Historical Hookups. <a href="https://twitter.com/SaraGhaleb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find her on Twitter!</a>

Case File: House MD

We're delaying our episodes covering the infamous novella The Sign of Four by a few weeks - but it's for a very good reason. Plus, we're forcing ourselves to watch a medical drama. Tune in for more details!

We're delaying our episodes covering the infamous novella The Sign of Four by a few weeks - but it's for a very good reason. Plus, we're forcing ourselves to watch a medical drama. Tune in for more details!

Announcement: SIGN delayed and an upcoming case file

Lyndsay Faye

Today, we’re thrilled to have pastiche writer, acclaimed novelist, and the internet’s coolest Sherlockian Lyndsay Faye on the podcast! Her newest collection of Holmes stories, Observations by Gaslight, is narrated by those who knew the great detective—including beloved characters like Irene Adler and Mrs. Hudson. We discussed this newest collection of work, how she embodies the voices of characters ranging from Lestrade to Watson himself, and whether or not Dr. John H. Watson, M.D. is actually a Mary Sue. Lyndsay Faye is an international bestseller and the two-time Edgar-nominated author of six critically acclaimed books, including Jane Steele and Gods of Gotham. In addition to her original work, she is the author of her first collection of Sherlock Holmes short stories, The Whole Art of Detection, and Dust and Shadow, a novel that pits Holmes against Jack the Ripper.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod Our BookShop page is: https://bookshop.org/shop/howeverimprobable 

Today, we’re thrilled to have pastiche writer, acclaimed novelist, and the internet’s coolest Sherlockian Lyndsay Faye on the podcast! Her newest collection of Holmes stories, Observations by Gaslight, is narrated by those who knew the great detective—including beloved characters like Irene Adler and Mrs. Hudson. We discussed this newest collection of work, how she embodies the voices of characters ranging from Lestrade to Watson himself, and whether or not Dr. John H. Watson, M.D. is actually a Mary Sue. <a href="http://www.lyndsayfaye.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lyndsay Faye</a> is an international bestseller and the two-time Edgar-nominated author of six critically acclaimed books, including Jane Steele and Gods of Gotham. In addition to her original work, she is the author of her first collection of Sherlock Holmes short stories, The Whole Art of Detection, and Dust and Shadow, a novel that pits Holmes against Jack the Ripper.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a> Our BookShop page is: <a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/howeverimprobable" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/shop/howeverimprobable</a>

Book Club Case File: Lyndsay Faye

Mycroft Holmes

This mini case file takes a look at the man, the myth, the legend himself - Mycroft Holmes. Sherlock’s older brother is introduced in the story “The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter” - and we discovered we have so many thoughts about the way he’s been adapted onscreen that he deserves his own episode. Join us as we take a look at some of the famous actors who have depicted Mycroft, and dig into what we love, hate, and find perplexing about his appearances onscreen. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com https://twitter.com/improbablepod

This mini case file takes a look at the man, the myth, the legend himself - Mycroft Holmes. Sherlock’s older brother is introduced in the story “The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter” - and we discovered we have so many thoughts about the way he’s been adapted onscreen that he deserves his own episode. Join us as we take a look at some of the famous actors who have depicted Mycroft, and dig into what we love, hate, and find perplexing about his appearances onscreen. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

Case File: One of the queerest men (Mycroft Holmes)

However Improbable is a podcast book club about Sherlock Holmes, by and for the people who love him.Every other week, detective lit enthusiasts Marisa and Sarah present a fresh new recording of Holmes and Watson’s adventures, and then delve into the story, its history and politics, adaptations, and why we’re still so captivated by the detective and his good doctor. Holmes himself famously said that there’s nothing new under the sun—but we’re willing to give him a run for his money. howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

From The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, “The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter” is a tale of trepidatious translations, dire kidnappings, and Sherlock Holmes’s extended family. We discuss the true hero of this story (spoiler alert, he’s mentioned in it’s title), how Mycroft is really life goals, how Granada Holmes lets us down, and how all good dramas should end in a stabbing in today’s episode! Content warning (and spoilers because this is a doozy!): Kidnapping, torture, starvation, violence and threats of violence, and stabbing.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-adventure-of-the-greek-interpreter https://twitter.com/improbablepod

From The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, “The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter” is a tale of trepidatious translations, dire kidnappings, and Sherlock Holmes’s extended family. We discuss the true hero of this story (spoiler alert, he’s mentioned in it’s title), how Mycroft is really life goals, how Granada Holmes lets us down, and how all good dramas should end in a stabbing in today’s episode! Content warning (and spoilers because this is a doozy!): Kidnapping, torture, starvation, violence and threats of violence, and stabbing.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-adventure-of-the-greek-interpreter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

Art in the Blood: Greek Interpreter discussion

“The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter” from The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Yianni Papadimos. “The Diogenes Club is the queerest club in London, and Mycroft one of the queerest men.” Yianni Papadimos is a Greek-American actor and writer. His favorite credits include Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Barnstormers Theatre), Matt in Swimming Upstream (Detroit Repertory Theatre, World Premiere), and Ira Stone in Laughter on the 23rd Floor (Barnstormers Theatre). Onscreen, Papadimos has been featured in projects that have premiered across the country. Favorite credits include The Tankhouse Theatre (2018 SeriesFest) and Better To Live (2015 TriBeCa Film Festival). His first full-length musical, co-written with Ben Chavez (The Cobalteans), was an official selection of the 2015 New York Musical Festival. He received awards for Outstanding Book and Outstanding Lyrics. Elysium: An American Fable, the team’s second full-length musical, has been developed at the Village Theatre (Issaquah, WA), Ohio Northern University (Ada, OH), and the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (Auburn, NY). Their work has been featured at NYC venues such as Feinstein’s/54 Below, The Musical Theatre Factory, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, Dixon Place, and Don’t Tell Mama. He proudly holds a BFA in Drama and English Literature from NYU. Content warning (and spoilers because this is a doozy!): Kidnapping, torture, violence and threats of violence, and general nasty behavior.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

“The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter” from The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Yianni Papadimos. “The Diogenes Club is the queerest club in London, and Mycroft one of the queerest men.” Yianni Papadimos is a Greek-American actor and writer. His favorite credits include Nick Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Barnstormers Theatre), Matt in Swimming Upstream (Detroit Repertory Theatre, World Premiere), and Ira Stone in Laughter on the 23rd Floor (Barnstormers Theatre). Onscreen, Papadimos has been featured in projects that have premiered across the country. Favorite credits include The Tankhouse Theatre (2018 SeriesFest) and Better To Live (2015 TriBeCa Film Festival). His first full-length musical, co-written with Ben Chavez (The Cobalteans), was an official selection of the 2015 New York Musical Festival. He received awards for Outstanding Book and Outstanding Lyrics. Elysium: An American Fable, the team’s second full-length musical, has been developed at the Village Theatre (Issaquah, WA), Ohio Northern University (Ada, OH), and the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (Auburn, NY). Their work has been featured at NYC venues such as Feinstein’s/54 Below, The Musical Theatre Factory, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, Dixon Place, and Don’t Tell Mama. He proudly holds a BFA in Drama and English Literature from NYU. Content warning (and spoilers because this is a doozy!): Kidnapping, torture, violence and threats of violence, and general nasty behavior.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter

One of the more sentimental stories in the canon, "The Adventure of the Yellow Face" is remarkable because Holmes’s deductive powers fail him - and Watson’s romantic sentimentality wins the day. It's also notable in how it specifically addresses race and prejudice in a way the Holmes stories usually avoid.  Does Doyle get some credit for being not quite as awful as some of his contemporaries? Should these people have even become parents? Does Watsonr eally solve the case first? All that and more in today's episode. Content warning: This story contains blatant &amp; not-so-blatant anti-Black racism. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-adventure-of-the-yellow-face https://twitter.com/improbablepod

One of the more sentimental stories in the canon, "The Adventure of the Yellow Face" is remarkable because Holmes’s deductive powers fail him - and Watson’s romantic sentimentality wins the day. It's also notable in how it specifically addresses race and prejudice in a way the Holmes stories usually avoid.  Does Doyle get some credit for being not quite as awful as some of his contemporaries? Should these people have even become parents? Does Watsonr eally solve the case first? All that and more in today's episode. Content warning: This story contains blatant &amp; not-so-blatant anti-Black racism. Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-adventure-of-the-yellow-face</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

Overconfident in my powers: Yellow Face discussion

"The Adventure of the Yellow Face" from The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Alex Gallegos. "If it should ever strike you that I am getting a little over-confident in my powers, or giving less pains to a case than it deserves, kindly whisper ‘Norbury’ in my ear, and I shall be infinitely obliged to you.” Born and raised in Colorado, Alex Gallegos moved to Iowa in 2015. He fell in love with the audio format of storytelling after hearing the original War of the Worlds broadcast, and about the power it held to create imagery in the audience’s mind unmatched by any conceivable feat of cinematography - even by today’s standards. By day, he is a Systems Administrator, tinkering with computers, technology, and software, but by night, he is... actually pretty much the same thing, just paid less to do it once he’s off the clock. Content warning: This story contains blatant &amp; not-so-blatant anti-Black racism.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

"The Adventure of the Yellow Face" from The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, narrated by Alex Gallegos. "If it should ever strike you that I am getting a little over-confident in my powers, or giving less pains to a case than it deserves, kindly whisper ‘Norbury’ in my ear, and I shall be infinitely obliged to you.” Born and raised in Colorado, Alex Gallegos moved to Iowa in 2015. He fell in love with the audio format of storytelling after hearing the original War of the Worlds broadcast, and about the power it held to create imagery in the audience’s mind unmatched by any conceivable feat of cinematography - even by today’s standards. By day, he is a Systems Administrator, tinkering with computers, technology, and software, but by night, he is... actually pretty much the same thing, just paid less to do it once he’s off the clock. Content warning: This story contains blatant &amp; not-so-blatant anti-Black racism.  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Adventure of the Yellow Face

The least well-known of Doyle’s four novella-length Holmes stories, join us for this weird and riveting tale of American unions, vanishing jewelry, and Professor Moriarty’s first appearance. The Valley of Fear kicks off a new year for us and for Holmes and Watson.  Published between 1914 and 1915, The Valley of Fear is loosely based on a true story. We discuss Moriarty as a master artist, antisemitic space Jews, whether Doyle is actually any good at writing novellas, and what this story might reveal about how much Watson lies. Spoiler alert: We talk extensively about what happens in "The Final Problem" and "The Empty House."  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-valley-of-fear https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The least well-known of Doyle’s four novella-length Holmes stories, join us for this weird and riveting tale of American unions, vanishing jewelry, and Professor Moriarty’s first appearance. The Valley of Fear kicks off a new year for us and for Holmes and Watson.  Published between 1914 and 1915, The Valley of Fear is loosely based on a true story. We discuss Moriarty as a master artist, antisemitic space Jews, whether Doyle is actually any good at writing novellas, and what this story might reveal about how much Watson lies. Spoiler alert: We talk extensively about what happens in "The Final Problem" and "The Empty House."  Find recommended reading, more stories, info about the show and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/listen/the-valley-of-fear</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

A well-staged performance: The Valley of Fear discussion

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 2: The Scowrers Chapter 7: The Trapping of Birdy Edwards "And thence came the John Douglas who for a second time married a worthy mate, and lived for five years as a Sussex county gentleman, a life which ended with the strange happenings of which we have heard." This episode is narrated by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio.  His podcast, "Flies in the Kitchen" features conversations with creative folx from all genres, in all settings.  Dan previously recorded several stories for Librivox, an online audio archive of public domain publications, and when not blabbering into a microphone, he is building SUVs for Honda Manufacturing and enjoying life with his wife and 4 cats.  His debut album, 'The View From Up Here', is available on all streaming platforms as well, for your listening pleasure. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 2: The Scowrers Chapter 7: The Trapping of Birdy Edwards "And thence came the John Douglas who for a second time married a worthy mate, and lived for five years as a Sussex county gentleman, a life which ended with the strange happenings of which we have heard." This episode is narrated by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio.  His podcast, "Flies in the Kitchen" features conversations with creative folx from all genres, in all settings.  Dan previously recorded several stories for Librivox, an online audio archive of public domain publications, and when not blabbering into a microphone, he is building SUVs for Honda Manufacturing and enjoying life with his wife and 4 cats.  His debut album, 'The View From Up Here', is available on all streaming platforms as well, for your listening pleasure. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Valley of Fear, Part 2: Chapter 7

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 2: The Scowrers Chapter 4—The Valley of Fear Chapter 5—The Darkest Hour Chapter 6—Danger "It is the Valley of Fear, the Valley of Death. The terror is in the hearts of the people from the dusk to the dawn." This episode is narrated by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio.  His podcast, "Flies in the Kitchen" features conversations with creative folx from all genres, in all settings.  Dan previously recorded several stories for Librivox, an online audio archive of public domain publications, and when not blabbering into a microphone, he is building SUVs for Honda Manufacturing and enjoying life with his wife and 4 cats.  His debut album, 'The View From Up Here', is available on all streaming platforms as well, for your listening pleasure. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 2: The Scowrers Chapter 4—The Valley of Fear Chapter 5—The Darkest Hour Chapter 6—Danger "It is the Valley of Fear, the Valley of Death. The terror is in the hearts of the people from the dusk to the dawn." This episode is narrated by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio.  His podcast, "Flies in the Kitchen" features conversations with creative folx from all genres, in all settings.  Dan previously recorded several stories for Librivox, an online audio archive of public domain publications, and when not blabbering into a microphone, he is building SUVs for Honda Manufacturing and enjoying life with his wife and 4 cats.  His debut album, 'The View From Up Here', is available on all streaming platforms as well, for your listening pleasure. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Valley of Fear, Part 2: Chapters 4 - 6

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 2: The Scowrers Chapter 1: The Man Chapter 2: The Bodymaster Chapter 3: Lodge 341, Vermissa "The iron and coal valleys of the Vermissa district were no resorts for the leisured or the cultured. Everywhere there were stern signs of the crudest battle of life, the rude work to be done, and the rude, strong workers who did it." This episode is narrated by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio.  His podcast, "Flies in the Kitchen" features conversations with creative folx from all genres, in all settings.  Dan previously recorded several stories for Librivox, an online audio archive of public domain publications, and when not blabbering into a microphone, he is building SUVs for Honda Manufacturing and enjoying life with his wife and 4 cats.  His debut album, 'The View From Up Here', is available on all streaming platforms as well, for your listening pleasure. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 2: The Scowrers Chapter 1: The Man Chapter 2: The Bodymaster Chapter 3: Lodge 341, Vermissa "The iron and coal valleys of the Vermissa district were no resorts for the leisured or the cultured. Everywhere there were stern signs of the crudest battle of life, the rude work to be done, and the rude, strong workers who did it." This episode is narrated by Dan Heidt. Dan is a songwriter and podcaster from Columbus, Ohio.  His podcast, "Flies in the Kitchen" features conversations with creative folx from all genres, in all settings.  Dan previously recorded several stories for Librivox, an online audio archive of public domain publications, and when not blabbering into a microphone, he is building SUVs for Honda Manufacturing and enjoying life with his wife and 4 cats.  His debut album, 'The View From Up Here', is available on all streaming platforms as well, for your listening pleasure. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Valley of Fear, Part 2: Chapter 1 - 3

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 1: The Tragedy of Birlstone Chapter 5: The People of the Drama Chapter 6: A Dawning Light Chapter 4: The Solution "You're welcome to them—you and your public. There's the story of the Valley of Fear.” This episode is narrated by Sarah Kolb. Sarah is a Colorado-based writer, podcaster, and arts marketer, with a passion for unconventional storytelling, detective stories, and rude women. Needless to say, she's the co-host and co-creator of this podcast. Find her on Twitter @misandrywitch. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 1: The Tragedy of Birlstone Chapter 5: The People of the Drama Chapter 6: A Dawning Light Chapter 4: The Solution "You're welcome to them—you and your public. There's the story of the Valley of Fear.” This episode is narrated by Sarah Kolb. Sarah is a Colorado-based writer, podcaster, and arts marketer, with a passion for unconventional storytelling, detective stories, and rude women. Needless to say, she's the co-host and co-creator of this podcast. Find her on Twitter @misandrywitch. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Valley of Fear: Chapters 5 - 7

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 1: The Tragedy of Birlstone Chapter 3: The Tragedy of Birlstone Chapter 4: Darkness "As I looked at the deep-set windows and the long sweep of the dull-coloured, water-lapped front, I felt that no more fitting scene could be set for such a tragedy." This episode is narrated by Sarah Kolb. Sarah is a Colorado-based writer, podcaster, and arts marketer, with a passion for unconventional storytelling, detective stories, and rude women. Needless to say, she's the co-host and co-creator of this podcast. Find her on Twitter @misandrywitch. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/improbablepod

The Valley of Fear, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - Part 1: The Tragedy of Birlstone Chapter 3: The Tragedy of Birlstone Chapter 4: Darkness "As I looked at the deep-set windows and the long sweep of the dull-coloured, water-lapped front, I felt that no more fitting scene could be set for such a tragedy." This episode is narrated by Sarah Kolb. Sarah is a Colorado-based writer, podcaster, and arts marketer, with a passion for unconventional storytelling, detective stories, and rude women. Needless to say, she's the co-host and co-creator of this podcast. Find her on Twitter @misandrywitch. Find transcripts, recommended reading and more on our website: <a href="https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.howeverimprobablepodcast.com/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/improbablepod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/improbablepod</a>

The Valley of Fear: Chapters 3 & 4

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