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There seems to be an explosion of Sherlock Holmes events of late. And the second outing of Holmes in the Heartland is an excellent entry in that horse race.

Rob Nunn, BSI ("Elementary") and Heather Hinson of the Parallel Case of St. Louis join us to talk about this pandemic-delayed event that is taking place July 28–30, 2023 at the Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri.

The clever theme for this second entry in the Heartland series is "Arch Enemies," and features a wide array of Sherlockian speakers, vendors, and plenty of activities for all attendees. Listen to this funny and informative interview to hear what to expect and how to participate.

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• Holmes in the Heartland 2023: Arch Enemies -
• Russell Merritt: Celebration of a Life
• Portsmouth Library and Archives Conan Doyle Lecture Series
• Previous Episodes mentioned:
• Episode 142: The Criminal Mastermind of Baker Street (interview with Rob Nunn)
• Episode 220: Interesting Though Elementary (interview with Rob Nunn)
• Episode 244: The Finest Assorted Collection (interview with Rob Nunn & Peter Eckrich)
• Episode 258: The Monstrum Opus of Sherlock Holmes (interview with Brad Keefauver and Rob Nunn)
• Episode 110: Sociable and Clubbable (discussion of Sherlockian societies)
• Episode 147: Sherlock Holmes and Silent Films (with Russell Merritt)
• Episode 243: Eille Norwood, Restored (with Russell Merritt)

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