Episodes

  • 040 - 15 - A Blow in the Dark

    040 - 15 - A Blow in the Dark
    Feb 18 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    18 mins
  • 039 - 14 - A Mysterious Letter

    039 - 14 - A Mysterious Letter
    Feb 17 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    6 mins
  • 038 - 13 - The First Kiss

    038 - 13 - The First Kiss
    Feb 16 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    6 mins
  • 037 - 12 - The Music of the Mills

    037 - 12 - The Music of the Mills
    Feb 15 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    9 mins
  • 036 - 11 - The Old Old Story

    036 - 11 - The Old Old Story
    Feb 14 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    21 mins
  • 035 - 10 - The Heart of a Villain

    035 - 10 - The Heart of a Villain
    Feb 13 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    16 mins
  • 034 - 9 - The Rhythm of the Dance

    034 - 9 - The Rhythm of the Dance
    Feb 12 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    20 mins
  • 033 - 8 - The Unsolved Riddle

    033 - 8 - The Unsolved Riddle
    Feb 11 2026
    Dive into the gripping world of the Reconstruction era with The Leopards Spots, the first installment in a powerful trilogy that includes The Clansman and The Traitor. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of North Carolina, this novel delves into the intense social and racial conflicts of the time. As the Confederates wrestle with the challenges of rebuilding the war-torn South and confront the controversial race question, the story raises an enduring question can a leopard truly change its spots? Meet a cast of unforgettable characters, including the sinister Reconstruction leader Simon Legree, the hopeful young gentleman Charles Gaston, and the sweet-natured Sallie Worth, alongside a vibrant mix of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, and newly freed African Americans. Join Michele T. Fry as she narrates this compelling tale of love, ambition, and the struggles for equality.
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    7 mins