Best Tom Shuck Podcasts (2025)

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A Warning to the Curious: A Mythic Albion Ghost Story 24:19

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For centuries, Britain has embraced a winter tradition more chilling than cheerful: the telling of ghost stories at Christmas. And none understood this better than M.R. James - master of the uncanny, scholar of the supernatural, and creator of tales that burrow under the skin. In this Christmas special, we bring to life one of his most haunting wor…

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How to Fight Spiritual Day 50:44

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By Tom Shuck

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Taking Advantage of Christmas 50:44

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6. The Tower of London 19:46

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For over 900 years, the Tower of London has stood as a symbol of power, fear and mystery. Its stones have witnessed royal triumphs and terrible betrayals, whispered conspiracies and desperate prayers, coronations and executions. And through it all, the Tower has gathered layer upon layer of folklore - tales of wandering spirits, omens of doom and a…

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Review: “Sunday in the Park with George” at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage 6:55

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Sunday in the Park with George” at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage extended through January 31, 2026. Text of Review: The late great composer lyricist Stephen Sondheim tackled a variety of subjects in his work, from an examination of relationships in Company to obsession in Passion, to gun culture in Assass…

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James Lapine on his collaboration with Stephen Sondheim 7:15

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A short excerpt from a 2019 interview with James Lapine, who collaborated with Stephen Sondheim on “Sunday in the Park with George” and “Into The Woods.” Sunday in the Park with George plays at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage through January 31, 2026. “Into the Woods” plays at San Francisco Playhouse through January 17, 2026. The post James Lapine on h…

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Merry Christmas: Love Your Enemies 48:56

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By Tom Shuck

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Pride, Justice, and Vengeance 56:30

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By Tom Shuck

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The Immutability of God 40:52

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By Brett McKinley

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The Lord's Cavalry 50:31

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By Brett McKinley

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5. Beowulf - The First Hero 29:35

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Step once more into the mist laden dawn of Ancient Britain, where legends did not just whisper, they roared! In this epic episode of Mythic Albion, we journey deep into the oldest surviving tale of the English speaking world - Beowulf, the monster slayer whose deeds echo across more than a thousand years of storytelling. Through rich landscapes, we…

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How to Fight Spiritual Decay Pt 3 42:00

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By Tom Shuck

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Gospel Retaliation 46:56

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By Tom Shuck

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Truther 47:43

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Spiritual Decay Pt2 54:35

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4. The Witches of Albion 29:33

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Beneath the shadows of old England, the whispers of witchcraft still linger. From the blue-skinned hag of Leicestershire - Black Annis, to the river dwelling horror Jenny Greenteeth, and the haunted moors of Pendle Hill, this episode of Mythic Albion explores how fear, faith and folklore intertwined in Britain's dark past. Discover the women who be…

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Review: “Sally and Tom” at Marin Theatre 6:13

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KPFA Theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Sally and Tom” by Suzan Lori-Parks at Marin Theatre through November 23, 2025. Text of Review: All Men Are Created Equal. Or so Thomas Jefferson wrote in the Declaration of Independence. It’s kind of weird then, to know that Jefferson owned slaves. And it’s even weirder to realize that one of them, Sall…

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A Wonderful Life = A Treasuring Life 48:27

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By Tom Shuck

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How to Fight Spiritual Decay Pt 1 52:05

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By Tom Shuck

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Review: “A Driving Beat” at TheatreWorks Mountain View 6:05

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “A Driving Beat” by Jordan Ramirez Puckett, directed by Jeffrey Lo, at TheatreWorks Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts Second Stage through November 23, 2025. TEXT OF REVIEW The nature of identity puzzles all of us. Who are we exactly? Are we ourselves, or the tribe to which we belong? Are…

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Review: “Stereophonic” at the Curran Theatre 6:01

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews the national tour of “Stereophonic” at Broadway SF Curran Theatre through November 23, 2025. TEXT OF REVIEW What does it take to put together a hit rock album, especially if the band itself seems to be falling apart, particularly the two couples that comprise most of the group? How do you separate t…

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Sermon on the Mount 43:52

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By Tom Shuck

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Judges 16 53:53

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By Tom Shuck

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2. The Hounds of Shadow 21:21

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Along forgotten, weather beaten paths, a trio of hellish hounds stalk the unfortunate, with naught but terror in their intent. This episode of Mythic Albion explores the old myths surrounding the devil dogs of old England and Scotland, and why even today, black dogs hold a place of terror in peoples hearts. Act I: The Black Shuck Act II: The Bharga…

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3. Robin Hood - The Hooded Man and the Greenwood 23:10

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Through the sun dappled leaves of Sherwood Forest, a tale of Britains most infamous outlaw is explored, a tale that has been told, and re-told, for nearly a thousand years. This episode of Mythic Albion looks at the man, the myth, the legend, Robin Hood. Anti hero or villain. Protector of the downtrodden or nothing more than common thief? We look a…

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1. The Enigma of Stonehenge 18:30

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On the windswept plains of Salisbury, a circle of ancient stones guards a mystery older than memory. This episode of Mythic Albion explores the myths and legends surrounding Stonehenge - from Merlin and the King to the Devils Bargain and the Giants who shaped the land. Featuring immersive storytelling, original narration and atmosheric sound design…

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Mythic Albion Trailer 1:11

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Trailer for a new Podcast about Britain's Legends, Folklore and Sacred Landscapes! Launching 31st October 2025 on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, with new episodes every two weeks, on the Friday. Follow us on: instagram.com/mythicalbion/ x.com/MythicAlbion25 There are stories in the stones, if you know how to listen..…

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Review: “Suffs” at the BroadwaySF Orpheum Theatre 5:53

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews the national touring company of “Suffs,” now at BroadwaySF Orpheum Theatre through November 9,, 2025. REVIEW TEXT: Imagine a political movement that seems to be on the ropes. Demonstrations aren’t doing it, talks with political leaders fall on deaf ears. There’s no elected way forward, and the only thing…

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Strength and Strife Pt 2 55:55

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Sunday School Q&A 1:00:48

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Word-Driven, Your Best Life Ever 53:39

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The Three P's of Flourishing 56:31

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Strength and Strife 46:50

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Fighting Craziness with a Christ-Driven Life 52:20

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Power and Passion 53:26

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Impact 46:28

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Review: “Little Women” at TheatreWorks Mountain View 6:12

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KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Little Women,” adapted by Lauren Gunderson, at TheatreWorks Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts through October 12, 2025. Little Women Review The classic pre-twentieth century books never die, on stage or on film. A Christmas Carol keeps coming back in December, year after year after year. Mayb…

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The Conspiracy Circumvented 42:39

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By Brett McKinley

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Review: “The Motion” at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage 6:14

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Motion” by Christopher Chen at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage through October 12, 2025. TEXT OF REVIEW THE MOTION With so much news in the world today, and with a CDC corrupted by politics and mentally ill cranks, the subject of animal testing seems to fall by the wayside. But the discussion about…

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The Three P's of a Wonderful Life 51:29

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By Tom Shuck

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Christ the Encourager 45:14

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By Brett McKinley

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Review: “The Reservoir” at Berkeley Rep Peets Theatre 6:20

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Reservoir” by Jake Brasch, at Berkeley Rep Peets Theatre through October 12, 2025. The post Review: “The Reservoir” at Berkeley Rep Peets Theatre appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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Review: “Shucked” at the Curran Theatre 6:12

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews the national touring production of “Shucked” at the BroadwaySF Curran Theatre through October 5, 2025. The post Review: “Shucked” at the Curran Theatre appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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How to Have a Wonderful Life 41:45

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Paul before the Sanhedrin 52:48

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By Brett McKinley

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Review: “Eureka Day” at Marin Theatre 6:09

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KPFA Theatre Critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Eureka Day” at Marin Theatre, in partnership with Aurora Theatre, through September 28, 2025. The post Review: “Eureka Day” at Marin Theatre appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA