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An outbreak of plague in London forces a gentleman, Lovewit, to flee temporarily to the country, leaving his house under the sole charge of his butler, Jeremy. Jeremy uses the opportunity given to him to use the house as the headquarters for fraudulent acts. He transforms himself into "Captain Face", and enlists the aid of Subtle, a fellow conman and Dol Common, a prostitute. In The Alchemist, Jonson unashamedly satirizes the follies, vanities and vices of mankind, most notably greed-induced credulity. People of all social classes are subject to Jonson's ruthless, satirical wit.

In Ben Johnson's "The Alchemist," a trio of scammers promise wealth and fortune to their victims, exploiting human greed and gullibility. This podcast episode unpacks Johnson’s comedic masterpiece, delving into the timeless themes of deception, ambition, and the pursuit of wealth. Perfect for listeners who enjoy tales of trickery, wit, and the unraveling of con games with unexpected twists and consequences.

Join Adam Callahan on a magical journey of family, hope, danger, self-discovery, friendship, and a magic book that starts it all. DISCLAIMER: - This series will sometimes touch on more serious themes. Buy Will a green tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AandTApodcast For more about Will Reierson and the Adam & The Alchemist podcast, visit the website at: https://www.willreierson.com/adam-and-the-alchemist Follow Will on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_reierson/ A huge thank you to Kevin MacLeod for his generosity: https://incompetech.com/wordpress/