Ep 42: The Concierge

In the final episode for season one, 'Taking Control', is the story of Sophia, a writer and a resident of an upmarket apartment building in the inner city. Irreparably damaged from a broken relationship, she lives in fear of being hurt again, until she reaches her tipping point. This is both a story of loss and hope. Thank you to those who have supported the podcast; loyal listeners, subscribers and well wishers who have reached out through my socials to offer words of encouragement. I will be back later in the year with a new collection of flash fiction. In the meantime, feel free to listen to the back catalogue of podcasts and catch up on any missed episodes. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. I'd love you to connect with me over on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/

In 'The Final Move', we meet a Detective McMillan on the case of a career criminal who lives in two worlds. During the day he is the head of a criminal organisation, while at night he moves in high society circles. He is followed to the Riviera Grand Hotel, where the detective make the most gruesome and grizzly discovery. This story is definitely not for the faint hearted! Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. Follow me over on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/

In 'Songs from the Steinway' we meet Pete. He's a suave pianist at the Riviera Grand Hotel who catches the eye of an alluring and seductive patron, Sarah. Their chemistry is electric and is sure to get hearts racing. Will he find his 'perfect symphony' and the fulfilment he so desperately seeks? Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. Follow me over on instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/

In 'Words of Love', a son packing up his family home reminisces on a lifetime of memories. He discovers a series of letters that reveal a side to his father that he never knew existed, strengthening their bond. This is a heart-warming tale of love and self discovery. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://musingsonlife9.wordpress.com/2023/01/09/words-of-love/ Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. Follow me over on instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/

In the next instalment from the Riviera Grand Hotel, 'Discretion and Valour' we meet Malcolm. He is a quiet and unassuming valet who has an admiration for fancy cars and dreams of living a life of luxury. However, when a series of unexpected events take place he becomes privy to a most gruesome and grizzly discovery. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. Follow me over on instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/ This episode is also available as a blog post: https://musingsonlife9.wordpress.com/2023/07/02/discretion-and-valour/

In 'The Jackaroo', I explore the dichotomy of the Australian landscape and celebrate those who work on this often unforgiving and unrelenting land. The jackaroo is resilient, but becomes despondent at the harsh conditions and hope the rains will come to reinvigorate the land and his flock. This is a reimagining of a piece I wrote earlier in the year. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important Follow me over on instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/ This episode is also available as a blog post: https://musingsonlife9.wordpress.com/2023/01/01/the-jackaroo/

In 'The Confidante', a follow on from 'The Concierge' (Ep 43) is the story of a most unlikely alliance between André, an astute yet discreet hotel cleaner and Frederick, a concierge who lives a clandestine life, offering a 'full service' to the clientele of the Riviera Grand Hotel while attending to their every need. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important Follow me over on instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/

In this week's episode titled 'Memories, myths and magic', I go back to some of my earlier writing where I reflect on some of the memories from my childhood. These magical and fantastical imaginary worlds helped me escape an often difficult reality that I had to contend with. Dedicated to the ever lasting bonds that I have with family, no matter in the world where they may be. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important Follow me over on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyzeeflashfiction/ This episode is also available as a blog post: https://musingsonlife9.wordpress.com/2023/01/15/memories-myths-and-magic/

In 'The Concierge' , we meet Frederick. He is suave, debonair and oozes sophistication. He ensures that the guests at the Riviera Grand Hotel and all of their needs are well taken care of. Sparks fly when Kimberley, a sultry and alluring actress checks in and she makes no secret of her electric attraction to the host. This is a little saucy, so I hope you enjoy it. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. Head over to my blog to read this and other stories: https://musingsonlife9.wordpress.com/2023/06/17/riviera-grand-the-concierge/

Who said a holiday with the extended family couldn't be 'fun'? In my latest flash fiction piece titled 'The Perfect Getaway', we meet Iris. After her husband plans an island getaway with the extended family, she has ideas of making the holiday a little more permanent. Iris has plans that will catch her unsuspecting family completely by surprise, making it a trip to remember. Please make sure you like, subscribe for regular updates, share it with your friends and review wherever you get your podcasts. As an indie podcaster, your shares and reviews are super important. Head over to my blog to read this and other stories: https://musingsonlife9.wordpress.com/2023/06/10/the-perfect-getaway/