About this episode

Joule rejects a deal and faces unexpected consequences as events unfold.

Joule rejects the deal, keeps the pocket watch, and makes for the machine. What happens next? We’ll be honest with you. Things fall apart. Show notes: Script: Read along ! Take the listener survey here: wbur.org/midnightsurvey . (Just make sure to grab a parent or guardian if you are under 18)

Topics covered

• decision making
• consequences
• adventure
• family dynamics
• time travel

Keywords

• pocket watch
• machine
• fall apart
• refusal
• storytelling

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