The Countdown of Monte Cristo

The Countdown of Monte Cristo

A daily podcast reading The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, one page at a time, every single day, over the course of four years.

Each short episode offers a focused, intimate passage from Dumas’ sweeping tale of betrayal, imprisonment, revenge, and redemption, accompanied by brief reflections, historical context, and the occasional detour into 19th-century oddities (and yes, the occasional mangled French pronunciation).

Never read The Count of Monte Cristo? Perfect. This podcast is designed for first-time readers, longtime admirers, and anyone curious about experiencing a literary classic as a daily ritual rather than a daunting tome. You can start from the beginning or jump in wherever you are, the story unfolds steadily, patiently, one page at a time.

Whether you’re a lover of classic literature, a podcast listener looking for a calm daily escape, or someone who just wants a few quiet minutes away from the noise of the modern world, The Countdown of Monte Cristo invites you to live with one of the greatest novels ever written.

New episodes every day. No skipping. No rushing.

Subscribe on your favorite podcatcher or watch along on YouTube.

Support the project at https://patreon.com/gruntworkpod and help keep the countdown alive.

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The Breakfast — Maximilian Morrel Introduced as Château-Renaud’s Preserver (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 40 – Part 3)

The Breakfast — Maximilian Morrel Introduced as Château-Renaud’s Preserver (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 40 – Part 3)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder gathering expands as Château-Renaud presents Maximilian Morrel to Albert. He names Morrel his preserver, while the captain receives the introduction wit...

3 Elo 15min

The Breakfast — Marriage, Money, and New Guests Arrive (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 40 – Part 2)

The Breakfast — Marriage, Money, and New Guests Arrive (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 40 – Part 2)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder breakfast conversation turns to marriage and fortune as Danglars’ name is debated. Beauchamp questions the match, while Debray and Albert weigh rank aga...

2 Elo 8min

The Breakfast — Guests Debate Politics Before the Meal (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 40 – Part 1)

The Breakfast — Guests Debate Politics Before the Meal (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 40 – Part 1)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder salon shifts into the breakfast hour as Albert’s guests gather. Beauchamp questions the expected arrivals, while Albert insists the meal will begin at e...

1 Elo 7min

Production Update: Returning August 1st!

Production Update: Returning August 1st!

Announcement!   We will be returning our daily episodes starting August 1st, 2026. Listen to this episode for announcements and updates.

25 Heinä 7min

Production Update: Back Recording

Production Update: Back Recording

We’ve got a quick programming update. Both the show and our companion series are taking a short hiatus while we get a few things in order behind the scenes. Everything is okay—we’re simply taking a li...

12 Heinä 3min

Production Update: Short Hiatus

Production Update: Short Hiatus

We’ve got a quick programming update. Both the show and our companion series are taking a short hiatus while we get a few things in order behind the scenes. Everything is okay—we’re simply taking a li...

30 Kesä 6min

The Guests — Beauchamp Joins the Breakfast Before the Count Arrives (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 8)

The Guests — Beauchamp Joins the Breakfast Before the Count Arrives (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 8)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder salon fills further as Beauchamp arrives before the appointed breakfast. He joins Albert and Debray, and their conversation turns to politics, newspaper...

29 Kesä 11min

The Guests — Albert Prepares to Introduce a New Guest (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 7)

The Guests — Albert Prepares to Introduce a New Guest (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 39 – Part 7)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the Rue du Helder salon fills with conversation as Albert and Debray pass the time before breakfast. They exchange remarks on politics, society, and daily life, moving ea...

28 Kesä 10min