Dearest

Dearest

Dearest is an epistolary podcast that hearkens back to the post-Civil War era of the 1870s with a mysterious love story that takes place along the banks of the Ohio River. Adapted from the 2007 novel of the same name by author and playwright Michael London, the story of Dearest unfolds its tale through a series of letters, each released per episode, echoing the date atop every letter. Subscribe to be notified if the postman's come: https://bit.ly/dearestpost

Episodes

May 10, 2025 11 mins

“What a daze I was in when I read your last letter.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown

Cabin Boy played by Micah Stock


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous gran...

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“White Star Line! Oceanic departing!”


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Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District⁠ with assistance from ⁠Culture...

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April 29, 2025 1 min

“All aboard! Next stop New York City!”


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Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District⁠ with assistance from ⁠Cultur...

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April 18, 2025 13 mins

“It has taken me this long to stop denying what I have come to realize is true.”


“I blame myself that you should have been aware of this sooner. You must know the truth now.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines

Aunt Eva played by Christine Brunner


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George...

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April 16, 2025 41 secs

“There are no answers to my letters or my wires. Please!”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County ...

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April 13, 2025 1 min

“Please, my dearest Anne, you must relent.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cul...

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April 6, 2025 2 mins

“I wish I were able to be there to help in some way. ”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown

Mother Cavell played by Christine Brunner


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural D...

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April 4, 2025 1 min

“Forgive me but this is necessary.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultur...

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April 2, 2025 5 mins

“How it is possible I could have found you is a mystery I shall never unravel.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from...

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March 30, 2025 4 mins

“It is true, I never have asked about your dowry.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District...

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March 28, 2025 4 mins

“What a shame we must keep this a secret.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District⁠ w...

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March 23, 2025 2 mins

“I am forever astounded at the sameness of our experiences.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultura...

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March 21, 2025 2 mins

“I very much want to support you in whatever decision you make but I cannot forget my responsibilities.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous gra...

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March 16, 2025 4 mins

“I’d like to know your thoughts on this proposition.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural Distr...

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March 14, 2025 8 mins

“We are connected. We have known this from our first meeting.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & ...

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March 9, 2025 5 mins

“How absurd they should withhold information from me.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural Dist...

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March 7, 2025 5 mins

“Sometimes the power is in the knowing.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines

Aiden played by Micah Stock


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts ...

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March 2, 2025 6 mins

“I was a bit surprised, happily so I might add, but surprised nonetheless.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown

Mr. Hutyera’s translator played by Micah Stock

Mother Cavell played by Christine Brunner


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shahe...

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February 28, 2025 9 mins

“She stood frozen in the snow, holding his hand and mine for support.”


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Anne Levitt played by Brittany Sue Hines

Edward Tenlinger played by Micah Stock

Aunt Eva played by Christine Brunner


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by ...

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February 23, 2025 3 mins

“While my mind says not to fear, my heart still does.”


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James Cavell played by Darren Brown


Adapted from the novel 'Dearest' by ⁠Michael London⁠

Production, Editing, & Sound Design by ⁠George Drake, Jr.⁠

Music Composition by Mustafa Shaheen


This series was made possible by a generous grant from the ⁠Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District⁠ with assistance from ⁠...

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