In Episode 15 we have a little history discussion with Dr. Jennifer Bowen, (radio producer and academic) in studio with Justine Sloane-Lees.
Talking books, known more widely now as Audiobooks came about in the early 1920's, recorded on LP's and also presented by elocutionists on live radio. And just in case you didn't think so...stories are also for men..despite the debate in the 50's "that grown men shouldn't listen to a story teller!"