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New Stories; Vintage Vibes! Take an exciting leap back in time to celebrate the tradition of radio drama! Shortwave Kitsch is a comedic peek into a slice of history that’ll keep you wanting more! Each show is a new work written, performed, and recorded by local Charlestonians in front of a live audience. Every episode will be available here on the modern-day interwebs so you never have to miss out on any of our stories as we travel back in time, through space, out into the great Wild West, a ...
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 9, Episode 5 Life With Elara - “No Good Weed Goes Unpunished.” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Get ready for an out-of-this-world comedy with “Life with Elara!” When Elara Newton, a cosmic being from Jupiter, tries to make a home on Earth with her loving—and very human—husband, Dean, the results are anything but ordin…
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Shortwave Kitsch Life With Elara Trailer Synopsis: Step right up and tune in to Life With Elara, the swell new radio program that’s taking listeners on a real humdinger of a ride! Follow Elara Newman, a gal from way out in the cosmos, who’s packed her bags and landed right here on Earth. She’s hitched her wagon to Dean, a fine human gent, and toget…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 9, Episode 4 Hollywood Hunters - “You Make Me Feel Like a Supernatural Woman!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode, Patty Odd and Jesse Ball seek out the weird, the magical, and the downright supernatural hoping to make it big in showbiz once again. But this time, they stumble upon Tilly Twink, an enchanti…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 9, Episode 3 Call the Lady Physician - A Rough and Tumble Rumble in the Jungle Written by Brandon L. Joyner Cliff Ryder and Elise Banks find themselves crash-landed in a Peruvian village that has fallen ill. Only the Lady Physician and her daredevil companion can uncover the root source of the poisoned river. Will they be ab…
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Season 9, Episode 2 To Whom It May Concern… - “Sin in Sincerely!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of To Whom It May Concern, our ever-resourceful agony aunt, Adriana Agony, takes on a heartfelt and mysterious case. When Clara Kinsley, recently widowed under tragic circumstances, reaches out with a troubling discovery - secret…
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SEASON 9, EPISODE 1 Shortwave Kitsch A Hog Killin’ Time - “Chimpin’ Ain’t Easy” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Welcome to “A Hog Killin’ Time,” where the Wild West is wilder than ever in the bustling town of Giddy-Up Gulch! Prudence Beaumont and her crew keep things lively at The Scratchin’ Post, but life takes an unexpected turn when Lucky…
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Shortwave Kitsch A Clutterbuck Special Presentation The Best of Dr. Clutterbuck, Volume 1! Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Step right up and enjoy The Best of Clutterbuck, Volume 1, a rollicking collection of the most side-splitting and over-the-top snake oil ads ever spun by the infamous Dr. Clutterbuck! This swell compilation from Shortwav…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 8, Episode 6 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity! - “The Sounds of Science!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this hard-boiled installment of Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity, disgraced former FBI agent Jack Finger returns to the streets with a chip on his shoulder and a new partner he never asked for—Vera Cumming, sharp as a …
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 8, Episode 5 Extra Intelligence - “A Fool and His Money Are Soon Arted!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this thrilling episode of Extra Intelligence, we journey back to wartime Berlin, where Castor Lovis, an alien working undercover in Nazi intelligence, navigates a web of deception and danger. As the Third Reich'…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 8, Episode 4 Hollywood Hunters - “Sister, Sister, Now You've Got a Mister!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of Hollywood Hunters, Patty Odd and Jesse Ball dive into an unexpected adventure when they meet the Harpy Sisters—mythological beings eager to break into Hollywood. As the duo brainstorms ways to…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 8, Episode 3 Call the Lady Physician - The Fascist Man in the World! Written by Brandon L. Joyner In this thrilling episode of Shortwave Kitsch, Cliff Ryder and Elise Banks find themselves unexpectedly crash-landed in 1940s Italy amidst a political storm. They quickly discover that the town is under the oppressive grip of a …
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 8, Episode 2 To Whom It May Concern… - “Death by Chocolate!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Join us for a delectable journey into the world of chocolate and intrigue with our latest episode, "To Whom It May Concern." When the renowned chocolatier Eliza Crossley finds herself entangled in a scandal involving poisoned …
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SEASON 8 EPISODE 1 Shortwave Kitsch A Hog Killin’ Time - “Farmed and Dangerous” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of "A Hog Killin' Time," join Prudence Beaumont and her spirited companions as they face a pressing dilemma in Giddy-Up Gulch. When Clara McCall arrives in distress, revealing the tragic loss of her father and the i…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 7, Episode 6 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Penthouse Death of the Year!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this thrilling episode, Detective Jack Finger, a disgraced former FBI agent turned beat cop, is at it again. When a prominent defense attorney is found dead in his luxurious penthouse, Jack is reluctantly part…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 7, Episode 5 Extra Intelligence - “Weiner, Weiner, Sausage Dinner!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the midst of World War II, alien spy Castor Lovis infiltrates the Nazi regime, working secretly for the Americans to dismantle their oppressive empire. As he searches for his missing ward, Jonas, he encounters a myst…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 7, Episode 4 Hollywood Hunters - “She Sells Seashells… on Celluloid!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of Hollywood Hunters, talent agents Patty Odd and Jesse Ball stumble upon Sigrid Ravenwing, an ethereal visitor from Asgard, while enjoying a day at Santa Monica Beach. Recognizing her star potential, …
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 7, Episode 3 Call the Lady Physician - On a Clear "Eh" You Can See Forever... Written by Brandon L. Joyner In this action-packed episode of "Call the Lady Physician," Cliff Ryder and Dr. Elise Banks soar into Vancouver on a daring mission to aid dockworkers locked in a fierce battle for justice. When unexpected dangers threa…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 7, Episode 2 To Whom It May Concern… - “The Silence of the Bands!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Full Synopsis: Adriana Agony faces her most harmonious challenge yet—a renowned pianist, Victor Hartley, collapses during a performance, and foul play is suspected. With a cast of colorful characters, including a resentful critic,…
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SEASON 7 EPISODE 1 Shortwave Kitsch A Hog Killin’ Time - “Gulches Gone Wild” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the bustling, dusty town of Giddy-Up Gulch, where the Wild West meets wild nights, Prudence Beaumont and Lucky Allman find themselves at the center of a chaotic mystery. After a raucous night of poker, dancing, and brawling at The …
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 6, Episode 6 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “New Kid-nappers on the Block?” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: When Detective Jack Finger, a disgraced former FBI agent turned beat cop, teams up with the sharp but empathetic Detective Camille Ball, sparks fly as their clashing personalities collide. Tasked with rescuing t…
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SEASON 6 EPISODE 5 Shortwave Kitsch Extra Intelligence - “Anti-Fascist Techniques Roadshow!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this thrilling episode of Extra Intelligence, join alien spy Castor Lovis and his quick-witted sidekick Jonas Graf as they plot an audacious mission to take down a Nazi convoy loaded with deadly munitions. With dang…
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SEASON 6 Christmas Special Shortwave Kitsch SWK Christmas Special Synopsis: In this festive episode, experience the enchanting voice of John Joyner, an integral member of our cast, as he spreads holiday cheer with a heartfelt rendition of "Away In a Manger." Despite facing multiple challenges, including cerebral palsy, John's resilience and talent …
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 6, Episode 4 Hollywood Hunters - “Christmas with the Kramps!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this festive episode of Hollywood Hunters, talent agents Patty Odd and Jesse Ball are thrown into a whirlwind of holiday chaos when they receive a mysterious telegram from the notorious Krampus. Eager to help this misunder…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 6, Episode 3 Call the Lady Physician - Too Young to Feel This Darn Cold! Written by Brandon L. Joyner In this thrilling holiday-themed episode of Call the Lady Physician, Cliff Ryder and "not Elise" find themselves crash-landed in the frozen tundra of Lapland, only to stumble upon a team of treasure hunters and a centuries-o…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 6, Episode 2 To Whom It May Concern… - “It’s My Communist Party and I’ll Cry If I Want To” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of "To Whom It May Concern", Adriana Agony, the beloved problem-solver and letter columnist, finds herself entangled in a mystery involving blackmail, political schemes, and a dash…
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Shortwave KitschSEASON 6 EPISODE 1A Hog Killin’ Time - “Love is a Cattlefield!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this thrilling episode of "A Hog Killin' Time," the vibrant community of Giddy-Up Gulch is electrified by a fierce battle of the sexes at the rodeo, where love and rivalry collide! Married couples find themselves at odds, with P…
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SEASON 5, EPISODE 6 Shortwave Kitsch Call the Lady Physician - Crop Dusting For Fun and Profit! Written by Brandon L. Joyner In this thrilling episode of "Call the Lady Physician," Cliff Ryder and Elise Banks embark on a high-flying adventure over the Mediterranean, only to crash-land amidst a mysterious agricultural disaster in Cyprus. As tensions…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 5, Episode 5 Hollywood Hunters - “Clair de Lunatic!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the latest episode of "Hollywood Hunters," Patty Odd and Jesse Ball are thrust into a dizzying whirlwind of glitz when the enigmatic Lavinia Wilder—a stunning starlet with a hidden agenda—seeks their help to land a coveted film rol…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 5, Episode 4 To Whom It May Concern… - “Don’t Judge a Book by It’s Killer!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Full Synopsis: In this captivating episode of "To Whom It May Concern," Aunt Agony, a renowned detective, is summoned to unravel the mystery of a stolen literary treasure from the enigmatic Quill and Quorum Society, led b…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 5, Episode 3 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “The Blacker the Decker the Sweeter the Justice!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity, disgraced FBI agent Jack Finger partners with sharp-witted Detective Jody Naylor to protect the priceless Eternal Flame diamond at a high-societ…
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SEASON 5 EPISODE 2 Shortwave Kitsch Extra Intelligence - “Close Encounters of the Captured Kind!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Toby Molina and Jonas Graf try to locate the missing Jovian triple spy, Castor Lovis, all while attempting to carry out their mission against the Nazis. Will the chase down the rabbit hole prove to be successful o…
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SEASON 5 EPISODE 1 Shortwave Kitsch A Hog Killin’ Time - “With Steaks at Stake!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this action-packed episode of "A Hog Killin' Time," Prudence Beaumont and Lucky Allman team up with a mysterious figure from Pru's past, Felicity "Flick" Harrison. She and her gang of gals ride into town seeking help against th…
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SEASON 4 EPISODE 6 Shortwave Kitsch Call the Lady Physician - “You Dim Sum, You Lose Some” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Dr. Elise Banks and Cliff Ryder find themselves deep in the heart of danger, navigating through Singapore's shadowy underworld to rescue Lady Isabella Kensington from the clutches of the enigmatic Crimson Dragon. With Mei Yun Wong…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 4, Episode 5 Hollywood Hunters - “Myth-ter Smith Goes to Hollywood!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Ever wonder how a Cyclops could land a role in a Hollywood epic? Talent agents Patty Odd and Jesse Ball from Odd/Ball Talent are on a quirky quest to find the perfect one-eyed star. Their search leads them to Samson Cr…
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To Whom It May Concern...- “Keep Your Friends Close and Your Miseries Closer!"Shortwave Kitsch: Season 4, Episode 4 Written by Brandon L. Joyner Full Synopsis: When Adriana Agony arrives at the grand manor of Lady Eleanor Fitzroy-Smythe, she's immediately drawn into a world of opulence and intrigue. Tasked with uncovering the source of the menacing…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 4, Episode 3 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Beat Me Daddy, Hate to the Bar!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this episode of “Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity,” Jack Finger teams up with Detective Nancy Johnson, a new partner determined to prove herself. Their assignment together leads them to a jazz club plagued by m…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 4, Episode 2 Extra Intelligence - “Four of a Kind-er” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Castor Lovis navigates his triple life as an alien from Jupiter, an American, and a spy against the Nazis. Along the way, he befriends Ernst Schneider, a man with a peculiar fascination for antique clocks, sparking both curiosity and…
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SEASON 4 EPISODE 1 Shortwave Kitsch A Hog Killin’ Time - “How to Train Your Wagon!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Giddy-Up Gulch teeters on the brink when reformed outlaw Lucky Allman and the townsfolk uncover a plot by the infamous Gingham Gang to rob the incoming train. The heart-pounding showdown on the tracks is filled with daring mane…
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SEASON 3 EPISODE 6 Shortwave Kitsch Call the Lady Physician - “The Rum of All Fears!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner In the latest episode of "Call the Lady Physician," Cliff Ryder and Dr. Elise Banks team up with locals Margaret and Esmeralda to unravel the mysteries surrounding a troubled plantation in Barbados. As they delve deeper, they uncover l…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 3, Episode 5 Hollywood Hunters - “There's No Such Thing as a Tree Lunch!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the latest episode of "Hollywood Hunters," Patty Odd and Jesse Ball find themselves facing their biggest challenge yet when they encounter Lola Thistlewood, a mystical being with dreams of stardom. Determined t…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 3, Episode 4 To Whom It May Concern… - “And Then There's Fraud!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the heart of the glittering art world, Adriana Agony is thrust into a whirlwind of mystery when she receives a cryptic letter from the esteemed Felicity Bigelow. With Inspector Cunningham by her side, they embark on a m…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 3, Episode 3 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Lifestyles of the Letch and Heinous!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Former FBI agent turned detective, Jack Finger, teams up with his new partner, Maxine Turner, to investigate a murder at a wealthy mansion. As they delve into the case, they uncover illegal gambling opera…
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Shortwave KitschSeason 3, Episode 2 Extra Intelligence - “No Job is Finished Until the Paperwork is Done” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Castor Lovis faces a daunting task as he must retrieve a mysterious device left behind during a risky mission. With the help of his resourceful young roommate, Jonas Graf, Castor devises a plan to recover …
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SEASON 3 EPISODE 1 Shortwave Kitsch A Hog Killin’ Time - “He's in the Cat House Now” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the lively Wild West town of Giddy-Up Gulch, protagonist Lucky Allman finds himself at the center of a brewing conflict between the spirited saloon owner, Pru Beaumont, and the alluring newcomer, Lilith Dunn, who opens the …
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 2, Episode 6 Call the Lady Physician - “I'm a Communist? So-VEE-It!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Cliff Ryder and Dr. Elise Banks navigate through Communist Territory, uncovering a clandestine German pilot training operation. With quick thinking and daring maneuvers, they outsmart the enemy, but danger lurks at eve…
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Shortwave Kitsch Call the Lady Physician Trailer Synopsis: Say ”hey-yo” to "Call the Lady Physician," an exhilarating radio show that takes listeners on high-flying adventures alongside Cliff Ryder, a misogynistic aeronaut, and the diligent doctor, Elise Banks. Together, they traverse the skies, providing aid to those in need while challenging gend…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 2, Episode 5 Hollywood Hunters - The Shape of Slaughter Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Patty Odd and Jesse Ball, the vibrant minds behind Odd/Ball Talent, face a whirlwind of laughter-inducing chaos stirred up by Johnny Santoro, a kappa harboring dreams of stardom. As Johnny's hilarious missteps throw Tinseltown into…
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Shortwave Kitsch Hollywood Hunters Trailer Synopsis: Welcome to "Hollywood Hunters," a thrilling and comedic show that delves into the shadows to uncover the bizarre and supernatural. Allow me to introduce you to Patty Odd, an eccentric talent scout with an affinity for the creepy and macabre. Fearlessly, she seeks out talent that haunts dreams, de…
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Shortwave Kitsch Season 2, Episode 4 To Whom It May Concern… - “The Family Jewels!” Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In this captivating episode of "To Whom It May Concern...," Adriana Agony dives headfirst into the heart of the Hart family's mystery, aiming to unearth the truth behind the disappearance of their cherished necklace. As she man…
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Shortwave Kitsch To Whom It May Concern… Trailer Synopsis: Step into the intriguing and enigmatic world of 'To Whom It May Concern...!' – a captivating mystery show centered around the razor-sharp and captivating Adriana Agony. Armed with her wit, Adriana adeptly navigates life's complexities, offering invaluable advice through the rhythmic tap tap…
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