In night twenty-four of the 1001 Nights Podcast, we bring you part one of a special collaboration with The Classic Tales Podcast and BJ Harrison. In this episode, you'll hear part one of "The Tale of the Two Viziers," translated by John Payne and narrated by BJ Harrison. This is an epic, standalone tale that hasn't been reinterpreted by a modern author. Sit back and enjoy the 1001 Nights as they were originally told, and come back in two weeks for part two.

Every week on The Classic Tales Podcast, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story.

The 1001 Nights Podcast is created and produced by Morgan Dubin and Nathan Kane. Scheherazade is (usually) voiced by Arielle Siegel and music is generously provided by Pharaoh’s Daughter, Hayvanlar Alemi, and Eric Hopton.