The Secret World of Roald Dahl

The Secret World of Roald Dahl

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You know Roald Dahl as the writer who thought up Willy Wonka, Matilda, and the BFG. But did you know he was also a spy? "The Secret World of Roald Dahl" is a wild journey through the hidden chapter

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  1. Number 1: The Irregulars

    Before Roald Dahl becomes the world's most popular children's author, he's a 26-year-old British spy in wartime Washington, seducing congresswomen, mixing martinis for FDR, and gathering secrets for Churchill. Enjoyed the show? Join the list to hear what Aaron's got next, before anyone else: https://www.listentoparallax.com/contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretworldpod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37min
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  2. Number 2: Did You Know You Were a Writer?

    In his early 20s, Dahl flies harrowing combat missions for the Royal Air Force until it all comes to a sudden, violent end. Reassigned to the U.S., Dahl is quickly drawn into a world of power, wealth, and influence under the guidance of two mysterious mentors. Enjoyed the show? Join the list to hear what Aaron's got next before anyone else: https://www.listentoparallax.com/contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretworldpod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44min
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  3. Number 3: (Bonus Episode) Giant: A Conversation with Playwright Mark Rosenblatt

    Mark Rosenblatt had never written a play before Giant, his portrait of Roald Dahl. Now it's the most talked about, best reviewed show on Broadway. Aaron sits down with Mark for a wide ranging conversation. Two writers who've spent a lot of time wrestling with the same complicated author, comparing notes. Be the first to hear what's next: https://www.listentoparallax.com/contact Follow "The Secret World of Roald Dahl": Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretworldpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SecretWorldPod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SecretWorldPod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46min
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  4. Number 4: The Writing Life

    After all the adventures, all the struggles, all the discarded masks, Dahl finally discovers exactly who he's meant to be. Locked away in a small hut in an apple orchard, Dahl creates a ritual so precise and sacred that it borders on obsession. And decades after his death, his presence still looms over us. Featuring a conversation with an expert in children’s literature who knew Dahl personally. Enjoyed the show? Join the list to hear what Aaron's got next, before anyone else: https://www.listentoparallax.com/contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretworldpod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37min
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  5. Number 5: Willy Wonka: Aaron Goes on What Went Wrong

    How do you turn a beloved but prickly children's book into a candy colored fever dream that outlives everyone who made it? Aaron is the guest on What Went Wrong, the fantastic, hit podcast unpacking the improbable origin story of a single movie. This time it's the 1971 classic, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Listen to more episodes of What Went Wrong wherever you get your podcasts. We're huge fans. https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/ And if you've loved The Secret World of Roald Dahl, be the first to hear what's next!: https://www.listentoparallax.com/contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretworldpod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 42min
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