The Countdown of Monte Cristo
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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 Wound That Never Heals (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

The Wound That Never Heals (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

In this episode of The Countdown of Monte Cristo, Villefort finally feels the weight of his actions—and it nearly breaks him. As Mercédès pleads for answers and is turned away, a deeper silence settle...

12 Touko 20255min

The Race and the Reckoning (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

The Race and the Reckoning (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

In this episode of The Countdown of Monte Cristo, Villefort makes a calculated dash for power—only to be stopped cold by the face of the very man he betrayed. As he maneuvers to reach the king before ...

11 Touko 20256min

Royal Warnings (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

Royal Warnings (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

Summary: In a private moment away from the betrothal celebration, Villefort urgently warns the Marquis de Saint-Méran to sell all his investments before it’s too late. Using the excuse of an official ...

10 Touko 20257min

The Evening of the Betrothal (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

The Evening of the Betrothal (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 9)

As Villefort returns to his betrothal dinner at the Saint-Méran residence, the festive atmosphere is quickly undercut by his grave demeanor. The magistrate’s urgency sparks a flurry of sarcastic quips...

9 Touko 20256min

Into the Dungeon (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

Into the Dungeon (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

📚 Summary: Desperate to reach Mercédès and affirm his sanity, Edmond Dantès offers the jailer a bribe—then threatens him with violence when refused. This outburst seals his fate: he’s declared mad an...

8 Touko 20256min

A Madman’s Chamber (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

A Madman’s Chamber (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

🎙️ Summary: In this chilling passage, Edmond Dantès—now imprisoned in the Château d’If—begs to see the governor. The jailer, unmoved, warns Dantès of madness should he continue to fixate on impossibl...

7 Touko 20256min

The Depths of Despair (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

The Depths of Despair (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

📚 Summary: Trapped in his cell at the Château d’If, Edmond Dantès begins to feel the full weight of his betrayal and isolation. His requests to see the governor are ignored, and he spirals into grief...

6 Touko 20258min

Into the Darkness (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

Into the Darkness (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 8)

📚 Summary: After a crushing voyage through the harbor and a failed escape attempt, Edmond Dantès is delivered at last to the Château d’If. Ushered into a cold, dripping cell beneath the fortress, he ...

5 Touko 20257min