Best Tales From The Warp Podcasts (2025)

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Vincent Price and the Haunting Legacy of "Old Sal's Curse" 9:46

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Step into the shadowy world of spoken word horror as we explore Vincent Price's captivating 1973 recording "Old Sal's Curse." This gem from the "Coven of Witches Tales" collection showcases Price's unmatched narrative talents, bringing to life the story of a woman condemned as a witch. Vincent Price's legacy deserves celebration. Born in 1911, this…

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The Killers - Old Time Crime Radio 40:59

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This week The Shiver Show brings you The Killers, a 1949 episode from NBC Theatre / Screen Directors’ Playhouse. Based on a short story by Ernest Hemingway, and directed for radio by Robert Siodmak, this production features Burt Lancaster reprising his film role, Shelley Winters as femme fatale, Kitty, and William Conrad as crime boss, Jim Colefax.…

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Vanished in the Valley: The Mystery of the Missing Hiker 9:05

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Send us a text Every year, thousands of hikers set out on Colorado’s trails in search of fresh air, breathtaking views, and maybe a little peace and quiet. But sometimes, those trails keep their secrets. In this episode of Mile High Mysteries, we dive into the chilling disappearance of a hiker who walked into the mountains and never returned. Drawi…

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Roald Dahl's "Dip in the Pool": A Macabre Tale 10:47

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Literary classics find new breath in our exploration of Roald Dahl's darkly ingenious "Dip in the Pool." Originally published in The New Yorker in 1952, this macabre tale follows an American gambler aboard a transatlantic liner who hatches a desperate scheme to win a betting pool—by deliberately falling overboard to slow the ship's progress. We pee…

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The Lost Hours of Highway 285: Colorado’s Time Warp Road 7:01

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Send us a text Highway 285 looks like any other Colorado road—towering peaks, winding curves, and the occasional herd of elk crossing at the worst possible time. But for decades, travelers have reported something far stranger than mountain traffic: hours lost without explanation, watches running backwards, and eerie silences where time itself seems…

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Drive-in - Old Time Radio Suspense 37:17

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This week on The Shiver Show, we tune to Drive-In, a standout 1946 episode from the Suspense series. In this taut drama, the legendary Judy Garland steps away from her familiar world of musicals and light romcoms to deliver a rare and powerful dramatic performance. She plays a young waitress closing up a Southern California drive-in restaurant for …

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The Lady in the House of Love 8:10

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Step into the shadows with us as we unearth Angela Carter's mesmerising 1976 radio play "Vampirella" – a haunting feminist reimagining of vampire lore that later transformed into her acclaimed short story "The Lady in the House of Love." Most vampire tales follow the menacing male vampire, but Carter brilliantly shifts focus to Count Dracula's daug…

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Echoes of St. Elmo: A Colorado Ghost Town Frozen in Time 6:26

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Send us a text Once a booming mining town in the heart of the Rockies, St. Elmo now stands eerily silent—its streets empty, its buildings weathered but still holding on. Locals and visitors alike swear the town isn’t truly abandoned, with stories of ghostly shopkeepers, flickering lights, and strange footsteps echoing through the night. In this epi…

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Death Robbery - Old Time Radio Horror 38:27

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Lend us your ears and listen to this Old Time Radio horror classic, Death Robbery. Originally broadcast on July 16, 1947, this unforgettable tale comes to the Shiver Show from the Lights Out radio series. Written and directed by Arch Oboler, and adapted for the airwaves with his signature flair for the macabre, Death Robbery explores the dangerous …

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Star Trek Radio Warp : The Logistics Of Stampede 9:02

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Step aboard the USS Enterprise and journey back to 1975 with us as we uncover a forgotten gem from Star Trek's audio history. "The Logistics of Stampede" – the sixth in a series of eleven Star Trek radio dramas produced by Peter Pan Records – follows Kirk, Spock, and McCoy on a mission to an outpost colony world. Our exploration goes beyond just re…

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Whispers in the Dunes: UFOs Over the San Luis Valley 3:36

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Send us a text In our very first episode of Mile High Mysteries, we journey into the San Luis Valley—one of the most active UFO hotspots in America. Towering sand dunes meet endless night skies, and for decades, locals have reported strange lights, hovering craft, and unexplained encounters near Great Sand Dunes National Park. From government secre…

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A Logic Named Joe - Old Time Radio Sci-Fi 43:55

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Long before Silicon Valley, TikTok, or the age of algorithms, a pulp sci-fi writer named Murray Leinster imagined a world where machines got a little too smart. In 1947 he wrote A Logic Named Joe—a story so ahead of its time it feels uncanny even now. Just a few years later, the tale came crackling to life on the radio anthology Dimension X in 1950…

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The Dunwich Horror - Old Time Radio Horror 45:33

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This week, the Shiver Show goes deep into the strange and twisted mind of H.P. Lovecraft with The Dunwich Horror. This episode first aired on the terrific old time radio series, Suspense, in 1945. H.P Lovecraft is know as one of the masters of creepy tales and The Dunwich Horror does not disappoint. Some might say the story is intriguing; others sa…

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Report on the Barnhouse Effect - Old Time Radio Sci-Fi 43:50

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This week, The Shiver Show crackles to life with telekinetic intensity in this 1950 sci-fi episode from the Suspense series, Report on the Barnhouse Effect. This episode is a daring dive into the paranormal from the first published short story by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. Before Slaughterhouse-Five, before Cat’s Cradle, Kurt Vonnegut Jr. exploded onto the …

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The Third Man - Old Time Radio Crime 58:31

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Step into Cold War Vienna with this 1951 radio drama, The Third Man. Brought to us by the Lux Radio Theatre, this episode features Joseph Cotton as Holly Martin and Evelyn Keyes as Anna Schmidt. Based on an adaptation of Graeme Greene's novella of the same name, the Third Man is treat for old time radio fans, as well as fans of noir film. We have r…

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The Lady in the Lake - Old Time Radio Crime 58:04

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Put on your snap-brim fedora, cinch up a trench coat, and get ready to immerse yourself in a noir-drenched mystery with our Old Time Radio classic, The Lady in the Lake. Originally airing in 1949 on the Lux Radio Theatre, this thrilling adaptation brings Raymond Chandler’s hard-boiled detective, Philip Marlowe, to life in a gripping drama that you …

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Journey to the Centre of the Earth - Old Time Radio Adventure 54:31

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Put on your head lamp and get ready to go deep in this old time radio adventure, Journey to the Centre of the Earth. This is an adaptation of Jules Verne's 1864 science fiction adventure, which blended geology and fantasy, and remains a classic of 19th-century literature. This radio drama first aired in 1977 on the General Mills Adventure Radio Sho…

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To Have and Have Not - Old Time Radio Intrigue 57:22

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This week on The Shiver Show, we bring you romance and wartime intrigue with this 1946 Lux Radio Theater adaptation of To Have and Have Not, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. This old time radio classic reimagines Ernest Hemingway’s hard-edged novella with crackling dialogue, a new setting, and a romance between two strangers with nothing…

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Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea - Old Time Radio Adventure 55:25

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🌊 New Episode Alert: The Shiver Show Dives into a Jules Verne Classic! Set your imagination free with this week’s episode of The Shiver Show, as we plunge headfirst into the 1977 old time radio production of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea—a gripping adaptation of Jules Verne’s 1869 classic novel. Travel beneath the waves aboard the Nautilus,…

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The Big Clock - Old Time Crime Radio 55:58

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This week on The Shiver Show, Mary and Greg dive into a shadowy world of suspense and betrayal with a chilling feature episode: The Big Clock. Adapted from the classic thriller novel by Kenneth Fearing, this noir gem delivers a tightly wound tale of murder, manipulation—and a man hunting himself. Ray Milland stars as George Stroud, a crime reporter…

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The Space Station: John Wyndham's Orbital Mystery Unveiled 7:51

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Step into the void with us as we journey through John Wyndham's captivating science fiction tale, "The Space Station." We unravel this gem from his 1959 fix-up novel "The Outward Urge," published under the curious dual authorship of Wyndham himself and his alter ego, Lucas Parks. The story whisks us away to a futuristic station orbiting Earth, wher…

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The Lost Race - Old Time Radio SciFi 30:16

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New Episode of The Shiver Show Podcast: 1950 Sci-Fi Radio Drama The Lost Race – A Space Mystery We're going deep into the cosmos with an old time radio science fiction goodie, The Lost Race (1950), from the terrific Dimension X series. This is a gripping tale about a crew of space explorers who become marooned on a mysterious planet, their ship dis…

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Space, Seas, and Sulu: Trek Trivia You Never Knew 10:23

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Ready to boldly go beyond the familiar boundaries of Star Trek? Join us as we uncover one of the franchise's hidden gems - the captivating radio drama "A Mirror for Futility." As lifelong fans of science fiction storytelling, we were thrilled to discover how this 1975 Peter Pan Records production captures the essence of Gene Roddenberry's visionary…

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North of Polaris - Old Time Radio Sci-Fi 29:38

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Venture into Deep Space with North of Polaris, a Sci-Fi Radio Classic Starring William Conrad Step into the shadowy stillness of deep space with North of Polaris, a gripping and thought-provoking science fiction drama from the golden age of Old Time Radio. Originally aired in 1956 as part of the innovative CBS Radio Workshop series, this haunting e…

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Cupid and Psyche: From Ancient Myth to Modern Inspiration 11:58

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What do ancient Roman myths and 1980s new wave music have in common? More than you might think! Join hosts Fran and Evan as they unravel the captivating tale of Cupid and Psyche, a timeless narrative that has sparked creative inspiration for nearly two millennia. This episode takes you on a journey through one of literature's earliest recorded fair…

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Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde - Old Time Horror 55:31

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This week on The Shiver Show, we plunge into one of the most haunting tales of duality ever written: Doctor Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Join hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn as they guide you through the chilling 1974 CBS Radio Mystery Theater adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novella—a radio drama that explores the terrifying conflict betwee…

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The Kate Bush Connection: A Journey Through Wuthering Heights 13:22

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Step back in time with us as we unravel the haunting beauty of Emily Brontë's masterpiece through a forgotten medium. Our journey begins with the timeless tale of Wuthering Heights – that sweeping saga of passion and revenge unfolding across the windswept Yorkshire moors – before taking a fascinating detour through musical history. Did you know tha…

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The Night The Fog Came - Old Time Radio Horror 32:43

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This week on The Shiver Show, get lost in a swirling nightmare with the 1953 radio drama classic, The Night the Fog Came. Atmospheric, suspenseful, and apocalyptic, this old-time radio horror gem tells the story of a small group of people who discover that the creeping fog enveloping their town isn’t just a “bit of weather”—it’s an agent of doom. A…

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Gothic Secrets and Strong Heroines: Exploring Jane Eyre 14:12

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What drove a Victorian woman to publish her masterpiece under a man's name? How did three sisters from a remote Yorkshire parsonage revolutionise English literature? And why does Jane Eyre continue to captivate audiences nearly two centuries later? We journey through the fascinating world of Charlotte Brontë and her enduring classic Jane Eyre in th…

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The Perfect Script - Old Time Radio Suspense 33:07

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This week’s bone-chilling episode features 'The Perfect Script' (1947), a near-forgotten treasure from The Hall of Fantasy Series. A powerful radio producer... A secluded beach house... And a young writer with a gift for suspense. When the offer of a lifetime turns into a nightmare, the lines between ambition and obsession vanish. What begins as a …

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Trek Tales: Captain Kirk's Cosmic Pet Adventure 13:30

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Step aboard the USS Enterprise with us as we uncover a forgotten gem from Star Trek history! We're exploring "Passage to Moauv," a captivating 1975 audio drama that follows Captain Kirk and Dr. McCoy on their mission to transport an unusual alien pet across the galaxy. This rare audio treasure was the first of eleven Star Trek stories produced by P…

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Pendulums, Pits, and Price: A Deep Dive Into Horror History 14:18

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The mysterious death of Edgar Allan Poe seems almost as haunting as his gothic masterpieces. We're diving deep into "The Pit and the Pendulum," Poe's terrifying exploration of psychological torture during the Spanish Inquisition. From its 1842 publication to its transformation into a chilling radio drama, we uncover what makes this story endure. Po…

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The Plantagent Matter - Old Time Crime Radio 1:00:22

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Gentlemen, put on your snap-brim fedoras and ladies, practice your best sashay! The Shiver Show brings you a spine-tingling dive into old time radio crime with The Plantagent Matter, from the legendary Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar series. This week, we unseal the case files of America’s most "action-packed insurance investigator with the most action-…

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What If Your Childhood Imaginary Friend Wasn't Imaginary At All? 9:48

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Venture into the realm where classic literature meets innovative storytelling as we spotlight John Wyndham's captivating science fiction novel, "Chocky." We explore the mysterious tale of 12-year-old Matthew and his peculiar "imaginary" friend who possesses knowledge of complex mathematics far beyond a child's understanding. The central question li…

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On a Country Road - Old Time Radio Suspense 30:39

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A dark stormy night, a killer on the loose, and car problems! This week on the Shiver Show, we're taking you on a journey of suspense with a classic radio drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat—On a Country Road (1950). Featuring the incomparable voice talents of Cary Grant and Cathy Lewis, this episode is a masterclass in tension. On a …

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The Ben Justin Murder Case - Old Time Radio Crime 30:11

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Step into the thrilling world of The Ben Justin Murder Case from the iconic Broadway's My Beat series. This 1950 episode has been remastered at Time Warp Studios and includes commentary by Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn. Broadway Is My Beat, was a detective radio show that ran from 1949 to 1954 on CBS. Larry Thor stars as Detective Danny Clover, a homi…

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Beyond the Potion: The Man Behind Jekyll and Hyde 12:35

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Gothic literature meets radio drama in our exploration of Robert Louis Stevenson's timeless masterpiece "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde." We journey through the fascinating life of this Scottish literary titan, from his birth in Edinburgh in 1850 to his final days in the tropical paradise of Samoa where he penned some of literature's m…

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Behind the Locked Door - Old Time Horror 31:39

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Step into the mystery, suspense, and horror of old time radio drama, Behind The Locked Door. This chilling episode, from the iconic Mysterious Traveler radio series, originally broadcast in 1949. It was so popular that it was rebroadcast many times over the years. The episode tells the story of an archaeologist, his friend, and a Native American gu…

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The Heart That Didn't Burn: Mary Shelley's Life, and Literary Creation 12:32

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The mysterious tale of an unburned heart, a literary masterpiece born from a ghost story competition, and the enduring legacy of a 20-year-old author's imagination all come together in our exploration of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. We journey through the fascinating life of the woman who created one of literature's most iconic monsters and the pec…

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Haunted Tales from Yorkshire 9:54

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Journey with us into the shadowy world of classic radio drama as we unearth "The Ghostly Hand of Spital House," a forgotten gem narrated by the master of horror himself, Vincent Price. His haunting voice, with its perfect enunciation and sophisticated delivery, transforms this Yorkshire ghost story into an immersive experience that modern productio…

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Salem's Lot Unveiled: Literary Horror Meets Radio Drama 13:43

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Vampires, small towns, and the literary genius of Stephen King take center stage as we dive into the chilling world of Salem's Lot. King's second published novel marked a pivotal moment in horror literature, setting the stage for decades of nightmare-inducing stories to come. We unpack fascinating trivia about this vampire classic that almost had a…

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The Birds - Old Time Radio Horror 58:40

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You've seen the iconic Hitchcock film from 1963, and perhaps you've read Daphne Du Maurier's chilling story. Now, experience The Birds like never before in this spine-tingling radio drama, produced by The Lux Radio Theatre (1953). This immersive horror production delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense with stellar voice performances, including the inc…

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Baba Yaga: The Scary Story Behind the Fairy Tale 9:55

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Journey into the haunting realm of Baba Yaga, one of Slavic folklore's most notorious figures. This episode dives deep into tales that transcend mere horror. Touched by personal connections and narrated by the iconic Vincent Price, listeners will uncover the dual nature of fear and courage embodied by Baba Yaga. Through the lens of a captivating ra…

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Brave New World - Old Time Radio Science Fiction 59:52

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Get ready for an unforgettable journey to the year 2495! The Shiver Show brings you the 1956 radio drama, Brave New World, introduced and narrated by the visionary author Aldous Huxley. Originally published in 1932, Brave New World is one of the most provocative and influential novels of all time. Ranked among the top 100 greatest novels ever writt…

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Unraveling the Dark Origins of "Hansel and Gretel" 15:44

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Have you ever wondered about the grim origins behind your favorite childhood fairy tales? Join Fran from Melancholy Mentor and Evan from Mystery Mythos as we unravel the dark, fascinating story of Hansel and Gretel. Together, we journey through the original tale preserved by the Brothers Grimm, exploring its unsettling themes of cannibalism and sur…

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The Lonely Road - Old Time Radio Crime 29:38

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This week, The Shiver Show serves up a suspenseful love triangle called, The Lonely Road. Gregory Peck plays Steve, a handsome young man, married to a wealthy, older woman (Cathy Lewis). When Steve becomes fatally attracted to the new housekeeper (Maria Palmer), he begins to forget his wedding vows. Written by Mary North and produced by William Spi…

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Unveiling Post-Apocalyptic Insights from "The Chrysalids" 12:41

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Prepare to be captivated as we embark on a journey that marries the timeless allure of classic literature with the imaginative pulse of sci-fi radio plays. Join Fran from Melancholy Mentor and Evan from Mystery Mythos to uncover the enduring magic of "The Chrysalids" by John Wyndham. This episode promises a deep exploration of the novel's prescient…

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Murder Through the Looking Glass - Old Time Radio Crime 30:48

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In this week’s episode of The Shiver Show, we go back to 1949 for an old time radio crime classic, Murder Through the Looking Glass. Gregory Peck stars as Jeffrey Bruno, a man caught in a web of murder, mystery, and mind games. With Peck’s masterful performance, you'll be on the edge of your seat as he tries to understand whether he has committed a…

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Exploring John Wyndham's "The Kraken Wakes" and Its Adaptations 20:58

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What if a mysterious ocean invasion unfolded before your very eyes? Join Fran from Melancholy Mentor and Evan from Mystery Mythos as we explore the spine-chilling themes of John Wyndham's "The Kraken Wakes." This episode offers a deep dive into the unique narrative structure and the eerie portrayal of apocalyptic events through the lens of the fict…

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The Thing on the Fourble Board - Old Time Radio Horror 34:54

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Prick up your ears and listen to The Thing on the Fourble Board', a chilling old-time radio play that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish! This 1940 episode from the Quiet Please horror radio series, masterfully blends the suspense of an oil rig in the fields of California with a terrifying mystery that grows with each passi…