In a special November presentation, we unearth this short story gem from Timothy Callender, written for a special publication he created to celebrate Barbados' 21st anniversary of Independence. Step into the world of Grandfather Willie, a World War Two veteran, on Remembrance Day. He recounts his extraordinary (and perhaps exaggerated) encounters with Mr Hitler and the "Notsees" (Nazis). A mysterious lucky charm leads to a surprising conversation with a weary Führer himself. Grandfather Willie's tale is a humorous and thought-provoking exploration of war, freedom, and the power of belief. Discover how one man's "luck" and a unique perspective on independence ultimately bring about the end of the war in a way no one expected. Is it all true, or just a good story? Listen and decide for yourself!

We conclude our four-part miniseries of stories from Timothy Callender, as read by Alfred Pragnell. In this final episode, "The Boyfriends," we return to St. Victoria village. Imagine a young woman caught between two very different suitors, watchful grandparents, and a village that always has something to say. Enjoy this story full of wit, warmth, and humor. Discover more of Timothy Callender's works, including It So Happen, It So Happen 2: Christmas Stories, and It So Happen 3: Callender’s classic, at The National Library Service.

In the third episode in our Timothy Callender series, read by Alfred Pragnell, we return to St. Victoria village for "I Done Attending Parties," a lively tale capturing a Barbadian Saturday night. Discover what makes a man swear off parties for good in this unforgettable story from Barbadian Short Stories.