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The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
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the memory palace
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From creator Jon Grilz, a collection of the most famous and disturbing creepypastas and urban legends in the world. Listener discretion is advised. Story requests can be made on Instagram @creepypod or via email at info@creepypod.com
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Love is more than you think. From the creators of Criminal. New episodes twice a month. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Stories of the human heart. A candid, unscripted conversation between two people about what's really important in life: love, loss, family, friendship. When the world seems out of hand, tune in to StoryCorps and be reminded of the things that matter most.
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True, personal stories from new voices and experienced writers resonating with the themes of the Personal Essay/Story Publishing Projects: "Bearing Up" (2018) and "Exploring" (2019).
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Feature length, atmospheric, slow-burn scary stories. Explore an eerie universe of haunted houses, eerie forests, supernatural and occult tales
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Criminal is the first of its kind. A show about people who’ve done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. Hosted by Phoebe Judge. Named a Best Podcast of 2023 by the New York Times. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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The Sound of Horror
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I'm Nila, and I have stories to tell you. Stories in the genres of science fiction, fantasy, horror, fairy tale, mystery, and mythology. Mortals wield godly powers, eggs appear out of enchanted pockets, sentient substances are invented, and stars are incubated in the hearts of humans. Welcome to Storyfeather.
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The most interesting conversations in American life happen in private. This show brings them out of the closet. Stories no one else is telling and conversations with the most fascinating people in the country, every week from The Free Press, hosted by former New York Times and Wall Street Journal journalist Bari Weiss.
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The NoSleep Podcast is a multi-award winning anthology series of original horror stories, with rich atmospheric music to enhance the frightening tales.
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Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Pushkin Industries. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance. To get early access to ad-free episodes and extra content, subscribe to Pushkin+ in Apple Podcasts are pushkin.fm/pus. iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries.
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Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation.
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Come relax with the #1 Sleep Podcast. Our unique stories help calm the mind and relax the body. Press play, it's time to Get Sleepy... Become a premium member for access to bonus episodes and ad free listening.
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Host Jack Luna covers the worlds darkest stories, while holding you close in an itchy blanket.
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Discover real-life horror stories, from bizarre crimes to paranormal activity. These true stories are set inside the fictional world of Radio Rental, an 80’s video rental store run by an eccentric shopkeeper, Terry Carnation (Rainn Wilson). This imaginative, cult classic-inspired horror brand blurs the lines of reality, with cutting-edge documentary storytelling and a splash of comedy. From the mind of Payne Lindsey, this is Radio Rental.
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True terrifying horror stories; kidnappings, serial killers, maniacs and the worst parts of your nightmares come to life. Join us every Thursday as we bring you a new set of real encounters. Share your experience via voicemail at http://hotline.disturbedpodcast.com or email mystory@disturbedpodcast.com.
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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.
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The Original Science Fiction Podcast
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What's the one secret you've never told anybody? Welcome to The Secret Room, a podcast about the true stories no one ever tells. Hosted by Ben Hamm.
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1 phone call. 1 hour. No names. No holds barred. Thats the premise behind Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People, hosted by comedian Chris Gethard (the Chris Gethard Show, Broad City, This American Life, and one of Time Outs 10 best comedians of 2015). Every week, Chris opens the phone line to one anonymous caller, and he cant hang up first, no matter what. From shocking confessions and family secrets to philosophical discussions and shameless self-promotion, anything can and will happen! T ...
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Maybe you’ve laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is Heavyweight. Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine. From Spotify Studios.
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If you like The Moth, This American Life or Snap Judgment, take a walk on the wilder side with RISK! Your colorful host Kevin Allison (of the legendary comedy group The State) helms this surprisingly uncensored show where people tell jaw-dropping true stories they never thought they'd dare to share in public. RISK! is hilarious, heart-wrenching and remarkably real. Think you've heard it all? Fasten your seatbelt.
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Insomnia? Mind racing at night? Worries keeping you up? Tune in for a bedtime story that lets you forget your problems and progressively gets more boring until you fall to sleep. So get in bed, press play, close your eyes, and drift off into dreamland.
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Each week we choose a theme. Then anything can happen. This American Life is true stories that unfold like little movies for radio. Personal stories with funny moments, big feelings, and surprising plot twists. Newsy stories that try to capture what it’s like to be alive right now. It’s the most popular weekly podcast in the world, and winner of the first ever Pulitzer Prize for a radio show or podcast. Hosted by Ira Glass and produced in collaboration with WBEZ Chicago.
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Science fiction and fantasy stories from Clarkesworld Magazine
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The Last Podcast on the Left covers all the horrors our world has to offer, both imagined and real. From demons and slashers to cults and serial killers, The Last Podcast is guaranteed to satisfy your bloodlust. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes and get exclusive access to bonus content.
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The "Shawn Ryan Show" is hosted by Shawn Ryan, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA Contractor, and Founder of Vigilance Elite. We tell REAL stories about REAL people from all walks of life. We discuss the ups and downs, wins and losses, successes and struggles, the good and bad in a respectful but candid way with our guest. We're better than entertainment, we're the REAL thing. Please enjoy the show.
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Archive 81 is a fiction podcast about horror, cities, and the subconscious. New episodes will be released every other Wednesday. Start from "01 - A Body In A New Place"
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True horror stories written by those who made it out alive. First-person accounts narrated and produced by Andy Tate in an anthology of terror and suspense. To hear your story on the show, send it to letsnotmeetstories@gmail.com
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The year is 1999. Lurking somewhere between Hot Topic and the food court, five misfit demons from Hell kill time inciting sin in a suburban shopping mall. When the lead singer of their band goes mysteriously missing, the demons only have two weeks to find him before they play the biggest gig of the millenium - or face the wrath of Satan herself.
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Mike Archer is a newly appointed fire watcher in the Wyoming woods. While he's never done anything like this before, he needed something new after his mom passed. Now he hopes to spend his days in a tower above the trees looking for fires and working on his new book. But things aren't as quiet and peaceful as he hoped. Strange interference blasts over his radio at night and he starts seeing and hearing creepy noises in the woods. But are these odd occurrences actually happening or is he just ...
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(Formerly the Darkness Prevails Podcast) Host Darkness Prevails brings you Unexplained Encounters, a podcast where everyday folk share their most terrifying and unexplained experiences. From mysterious creatures seen in national forests to supernatural events disrupting peoples' lives, prepare to explore the unexplained. These stories might sound bizarre, but it's up to you to decide which to believe. Submit your story to Unexplained Encounters at darkstories.org
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Dr. Creepen's Dungeon is a weekly hour-long podcast presenting the very best in contemporary horror, fantasy and sci-fi fiction. It comes out every Thursday. Catch all the new stories, Mon/Wed/Friday at 6pm EST / Midnight CET on my YouTube channel, Dr. Creepen's Vault!
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Gather ‘round the fire for true crime cases, true horror stories, and truely creepy encounters... nightmares that actually happened. If you‘re fascinated by murders, stalkers, mysterious disappearances, serial killers, the bizarre and unexplained, then join us as we take a serious look at all things creepy and macabre.
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When Gloria took a waitressing job at a diner outside of Phoenix, she didn't realize she was now an employee of Midnight Burger, a time-traveling, dimension-spanning diner. Every day Midnight Burger appears somewhere new in the cosmos along with it's staff: a galactic drifter, a rogue theoretical physicist, a sentient old-timey radio, and some guy named Caspar. No one knows who built Midnight Burger or how it works, but when it appears there's always someone around who could really use a cup ...
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HauntedAF is a podcast of real ghost stories told by real people.
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The Fantasy Fiction Podcast
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Having trouble sleeping? Join Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai for bedtime stories where nothing much happens to help you relax and sleep peacefully. The stories are a soft landing spot for your mind. Rather than letting your brain race through the same thoughts you’ve been chasing all day, we are taking a detour to a calm and comfy place. We tell the story twice and go a bit slower the second time. You can find our book, "Nothing Much Happens," in over 20 languages. Request your ...
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What if you were trafficked into a cult...or were mauled by a grizzly bear...or were stabbed 27 times by a serial killer - what would you do? This is Actually Happening brings you extraordinary true stories of life-changing events told by the people who lived them. From a man who woke up in the morgue to a woman stranded in a Mexican desert fighting to survive, these stories will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what happens next. Listen to exclusive episodes of This is Actu ...
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For 20 years, the Modern Love column has given New York Times readers a glimpse into the complicated love lives of real people. Since its start, the column has evolved into a TV show, three books and a podcast. Each week, host Anna Martin brings you stories and conversations about love in all its glorious permutations, dumb pitfalls and life-changing moments. New episodes every Wednesday. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subsc ...
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A spine-chilling collection of classic stories and tales from the other side featuring classics from a wide variety of writers that include H.P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allen Poe, Algernon Blackwood, M.R. James, and many others. Radio dramas (suspense, horror, and gothic) will also be featured.
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Radically empathic advice. Produced by WBUR.
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The Opportunist tells true stories of regular people who turn sinister by embracing opportunity. How does an everyday person turn into a thief, a scammer or a cult leader? Perhaps the most dangerous person is the one who appears the most normal. Perhaps there is a dark potential lurking inside all of us that is just waiting for the right opportunity to emerge. The Opportunist is an original podcast hosted by Hannah Smith.
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“Make your statement, face your fear.” A weekly horror fiction podcast examining what lurks in the archives of the Magnus Institute, an organisation dedicated to researching the esoteric and the weird. Join Jonathan Sims as he explores the archive, but be warned, as he looks into its depths something starts to look back… New episodes every Thursday produced by Rusty Quill, featuring guest actors, short stories, serial plots and more. The Magnus Protocol launches in January 2024. Hosted on Ac ...
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Join hosts Brennan Storr and Paul Bestall as they unravel spine-chilling tales of the supernatural, exploring haunted locations, eerie encounters, and the unexplained mysteries lurking in the shadows around the world.
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Our greatest actors transport us through the magic of fiction, one short story at a time. Sometimes funny. Always moving. Selected Shorts connects you to the world with a rich diversity of voices from literature, film, theater, and comedy. New episodes every Thursday, from Symphony Space.
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Henry & Eddie bring you this week's weirdest stories and true-crime news including an insurance scam gone wrong as 4 men are charged in a series of staged "Bear Costume" car break-ins, South Korean VR "helps" reunite mother with dead daughter, man caught smuggling 300+ spiders onto plane in Peru, the Arkansas doctor charged with lewd conduct after …
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Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧 Writer: Alicia Steffann ✍️ Sound design: calm city ambience, footsteps, soft voices 🏙️👟🗣️ Includes mentions of: Nostalgia, Children, Car, Enclosed Spaces, Gratitude, Beverages, Darkness, Theatre, Performing on Stage. Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, we’ll immerse ourselves in a musical theatre production at a grand venu…
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–I had to continue this risky addiction to their conversations. Ignorance would have been more intolerable than knowing. Eloise Currie lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. She has kept a journal for thirty years and uses it as source material for short stories and nonfiction. She lived in Bath, North Carolina, for several years where she was a member …
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The week's caller shares a deeply personal journey of undergoing weight loss surgery and the challenges and triumphs that followed. He and Gethard discuss body positivity, the emotional and psychological aspects of weight loss, and what he’s found most helpful along the way. Plus, and maybe most importantly, he weighs in The Great Beautiful/Anonymo…
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Into the mailbag we go, to find stories of shadow people, English video games Brennan is still not convinced are real, a throwback to "Ghosts Along the Mississippi", and a whole lot more! Our musical guest on this episode is HOT POT with their single, "IOU (The Hot Mix)" For full shownotes to go www.ghoststoryguys.com Learn more about your ad choic…
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Our story tonight is called Pie Making, and it’s a story about an evening at the bakery with ready workstations and clean aprons. It’s also about an urn of hot cocoa ready on the counter, pastry cutters and crimped crusts, and the stages of learning that eventually allow us to play. We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are gi…
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847: The Truly Incredible Story of Keiko the Killer Whale
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Keiko was a hugely beloved adventure park attraction. He was also captured in the wild and taken away from his mother when he was just a calf. When Hollywood learned about him, a colossal effort began to un-tame him and send him back to the ocean. Visit thisamericanlife.org/lifepartners to sign up for our premium subscription. Prologue: Ira introdu…
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THE WILLOWS (CHAP 5) (END) ALGERNON BLACKWOOD
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A final night spent on a haunted island brings one dead body the following morning....By me
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Creepy Guy at LARP - A Group of Spring Breakers in Arkansas Have Beer with a Ghost - Party at a Lakeside Estate - Never Hunt Alone - This is Disturbed. Featuring narration by: Terra Ashe Paul Brown Hannah Robertson Kat Carter Submit your true, horrifying experience to hear it on the podcast: disturbedpodcast.com/submit Voicemail: hotline.disturbedp…
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494 | 8 DISTURBING Small Town Stories
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ORDER PHANTOM PHENOMENA: https://a.co/d/3hQAV7e ORDER APPALCHIAN FOLKLORE UNVEILED: https://a.co/d/iteR5xZ Get CRYPTID: The Creepy Card Battling Game https://cryptidcardgame.com/ Read our new wendigo horror novel https://eeriecast.com/lore Sign up for Eeriecast PLUS for bonus content and more https://eeriecast.com/plus Get our merch http://eeriecas…
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Belinda met Sergio on a dating app. It was all love and butterflies until she discovered she was a pawn in an international crime syndicate, and her life was in ruins. HERS Visit forhers.com/SECRET for your personalized weight loss treatment options. Not available everywhere. Hers Weight Loss includes compounded products which are not approved nor …
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S5 Ep192: Episode 192: Horror Stories Told in the Rain
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Today’s first terrifying tale of the macabre is ‘The train I'm on hasn't stopped driving for 17 days’, an original work by the wonderfully talented Richard Saxon, kindly shared with me via NoSleep and Dr. Creepen’s Vault so that I could narrate it here for you all, with the author’s express permission. https://www.reddit.com/user/RichardSaxon/ Our …
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Looking back at some of our most memorable true stories about life in the military, with guest host Dr. Ray Christian. • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/risksho…
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Stories in this episode: He Followed Us into Our Uber | Sydney (1:27) No More Ubers | Anon (10:40) Scary Uber Ride from a Patient | Mouse (16:00) Hungry Taxi Driver | Alee (22:07) Fake Uber Driver | FossilFool12 (29:00) Bad Cab Story | Liz (35:34) An Uber Scare | Vanessa (41:13) Creepy Uber Driver | Taco HX (46:11) Extended Patreon Content: Never L…
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1305 - Thanksgiving for the Memories | Dreaming of Newhart S5E8
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A mechanic named Quantum and a rabbit named Petey meander towards meaning as Bob’s dreams are deciphered. Bob’s dream is an awful lot like Newhart S5E8 (”Thanksgiving for the Memories”). And his week is best described as The Bob Newhart Show S4E11 (”Over the River and Through the Woods”). Start a 7 day FREE trial of Sleep With Me Plus- The ultimate…
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Part 2 of 3 Content Notes: - Strong Language - Hallucinations/Altered Reality / Unreality - Paranoia - Graphic Violance - Infestation - Vehicle Accidents (air and automobile) - Drugging - Mass Death - SFX: Bugs, explosions The video version of this episode is available now on the Watcher Entertainment Youtube, WatcherTV.com, or on the WatcherTV app…
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495 | SCARESGIVING Special - 12 DISTURBING Things Seen During Autumn
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Townsend Davis had been married for more than a decade when his wife, Brigid, was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Their lives changed immediately. Townsend became Brigid’s caregiver, sorting her medication day after day, making their home accessible, and finding someone to look after her while he worked and raised their sons. He was…
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“After more than a hundred years of hard work from some of the greatest cryptological and linguistic minds on the planet, we still don’t quite know what this object is. There’s really nothing like it in the world.” Say hello on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts. Want to listen to This is Love ad-free? …
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Ballroom Dancing in Blackpool (5th Anniversary Bonus)
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Narrator: Nadine Brown 🇬🇧 Writer: Jo Steer ✍️ Sound design: seaside town ambience, distant waves ⚓️ 🌊 Includes mentions of: Food, Nostalgia, Autumn, History, Alcohol, Beverages, Dancing, Friendship, Travel, Literature & Literary History, Music. Welcome back, sleepyheads. In tonight's bonus episode, we'll join Lena as she dances away the evening on …
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PodCastle 866: Palestinian Voices – Badia’s Magic Water
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Authors : Maya Abu-Alhayyat and Yasmine Seale Narrator : Mahtab Chenevix-Trench Host : Matt Dovey Audio Producer : Devin Martin Artist : Iasmin Omar Ata Discuss on Forums Previously published by The Book of Ramallah Content warnings for death, cultural misogyny, stillbirth, and references to murder and infanticide. Rated PG-13 Badia’s Magic Water b…
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Trump’s gains among working-class voters of all races—according to exit polls, he won the majority of Latino men at 55 percent—represent the ongoing realignment of the Republican Party. What was once Reagan’s party of free trade, low taxes, and limited government seems to be shifting toward a multiracial working-class party that celebrates economic…
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340: What if you kept knocking at death’s door?
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A man, scarred by a troubled childhood, finds comfort in alcoholism, but when he faces a terrifying, violent encounter with two strangers, his addiction deepens, ultimately leading to a tragic accident that forces him to confront his past and forge a new identity. Today’s episode featured Tom. You can reach out to him at metzie04@yahoo.com. Produce…
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How a Betrayed Spouse Became an Infidelity Expert
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Therapist Lauren LaRusso has spent the past few years learning everything she can about infidelity–why people have affairs, how to cope with an unfaithful spouse, and how to move forward with or without your partner after a betrayal. And she’s been sharing this wisdom with her 100,000 followers on Instagram. This week, Lauren explains why she appro…
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In the wake of the 2024 Election, Kevin checks in, while Rita Plush and Mark Redmond share about bouncing back after great losses. • To get on Kevin’s email list for folks considering immigrating somewhere, email expatnetwork994@gmail.com. • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! ris…
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“Less Exalted Tastes” originally appeared in the 2024 collection All Who Wander Are Lost Gemma Amor https://gemmaamorauthor.com/ Total Immersion https://gemmaamorauthor.com/books-gemma-amor/full-immersion-by-gemma-amor/ Hot Singles In Your Area by Jordan Shiveley https://unbound.com/books/hotsingles Irish House Burning Mania https://www.countrylife…
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Listen Now - REDACTED: Declassified Mysteries with Luke Lamana
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Behind the closed doors of government offices and military compounds, are hidden stories and buried secrets from the darkest corners of history. Each week, Luke Lamana, a Marine Corp Reconnaissance Veteran, pulls back the curtain on what once was classified information exposing the secrets and lies behind the world’s most powerful institutions. Fro…
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A Sleepy Springtime Journey to Welsh South America
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Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧 Writer: Jo Steer ✍️ Sound design: mountains ambience, birds 🏔️🐦 Includes mentions of: Food, Bodies of Water, Spring, Walking, History, Architecture, Travel, Wine, Beverages. Welcome back, sleepyheads. Thank you for being here with us, once again, as we celebrate a landmark occasion for the show. 🥳 It's been exactly 5 years…
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#145 Angela Ford - Meet the Army Psychic Who Tracked Spies, Hostages and Fugitives
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Angela Ford worked as a remote viewer in the CIA’s Project Stargate, a Cold War-era program focused on extrasensory perception (ESP) to gather intelligence on distant locations or individuals. She was among the select few trained in "remote viewing," a form of controlled clairvoyance, and applied this skill to support government intelligence effort…
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Stories in this episode: I Think Someone Tried to Rob/Scam Us | c*ntpunt2000 (0:40) Tinder Girl | Tyler (9:40) Granny | Bearsliveinthewoods (15:45) Might Have Saved a Woman and Her Daughter From a Nasty Encounter | alexsupertramp89 (22:23) Bright Angel | Phat-Assests (30:04) Found Nameless Me on IG | cuppaclouds (35:44) Taken Away by Kind Strangers…
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In this episode, we delve into Tim Ballard’s connection to QAnon conspiracy theories and the role the Sound of Freedom movie played in reinforcing these narratives. We explore how the film’s themes of child trafficking and heroic rescues mirrored common QAnon stereotypes, fueling its popularity among conspiracy believers.…
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Folklore is often grown in the fertile soil of doubt and a lack of control. And within one specific national pastime, those elements have allowed some wild and unusual stories to take root and grow. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resource…
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Written by: Squidmanescape *** Story link: https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Nothing_Helps Content is available under CC BY-SA *** The Shadow Man *** Written by: Rhyan Pike and Narrated by: Cole Burkhardt *** Content Warning: Gun Violence *** Coulrophilia Written by: Tom Johnstone and Narrated by: Jimmy Ferrer *** Content warning: Clown *** My ho…
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The sports scandal scoop that almost destroyed me
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In 1998 Finnish journalist Johanna Aatsalo uncovered a huge news story: a member of the much-revered Finnish cross-country ski team had taken banned substances. After six months' intense investigation Johanna published her findings, and within just a few hours the backlash began. Johanna even received death threats. Because she wouldn't reveal her …
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1304 - Fun Getting Out of Rooms | Bored Game Unboxing
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Candles and cubbies don’t mix, unless they’re in a room that’s actually a box that Scooter will open but in a way that means you can still get out of it later if you want. Start a 7 day FREE trial of Sleep With Me Plus- The ultimate way to listen to show, based on how YOU listen! Get your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. Use "sleepwithme" for $5 off!! Le…
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Ryan and Shane receive a mysterious envelope containing 3 tapes. In this episode, they listen to the first tape and meet Tommy and Adam- whose reality begins to fray at the seams. Featuring Jonathan Sims and Alexander J. Newall. Alexander J Newall and Jonathan Sims, creators of The Magnus Archives and The Magnus Protocol, have leant their voices to…
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NoSleep Podcast - Sleepless Decompositions Vol. 18
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We're lost in time as Season 22 approaches. Get locked in with Sleepless Decompositions Vol. 18. "Waiting Room" written by Johnathon Heart (Story starts around 00:04:05) Produced by: Jeff Clement TRIGGER WARNING! Cast: Narrator - Xalavier Nelson Jr., You - Jeff Clement, Young Man - Kyle Akers, Robotic Voice 1 - Jessica McEvoy, Robotic Voice 2 - Att…
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– I can’t remember who suggested that we go skinny dipping that night. I imagined a veritable walk of shame back to Lily’s house. Jena Reger lives in Durham, North Carolina, where she is a graduate student at Duke University. She belongs to a local writing group and has been working on a variety of projects for the past few years--from flash fictio…
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Episode 598: The Horrible Lives and Deaths of the Saints - The OGs
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This week the boys travel way, way back - to the days before the advent of the Holy Roman Empire to examine the dark, bloody history behind a handful of "The OG Saints" and the often brutally gruesome tales that led to their consecrations. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes and get exclusive access t…
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This episode features "LuvHome™" written by Resa Nelson. Published in the November 2024 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/nelson_11_24 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/join/clarkesworld?…
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Please check out the new show by our friends KidPod Theater! More information on Nightmare Planet: https://kidpodtheater.com/nightmare-planet/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Business Goose Media
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Every ninth full moon, the Reptilian Vaudevillians put on a spectacular show that for one audience member is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Genre: Fable Excerpt: No one will know of my crime. Tomorrow, I will die. And so will every one of my cohorts. The ones who came before are already dead. So none will know of my crime. Today, I should be searching…
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In 1993, Gary Settle was sentenced to 177 years in prison. Twenty-six years into his sentence, he started helping other inmates get out of prison through something called compassionate release - a policy that allows people in prison to petition to be let out for “extraordinary and compelling” reasons. You can learn more about Gary Settle in Anna Al…
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On today's tapes... >> The Mug << "Well, a boy's best friend is his mother." >> Searching for an Apartment << All the flags were red, but not everyone was paying attention... Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at r…
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Escape Pod 967: Code Switching (Part 2 of 4)
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Author : Malon Edwards Narrators : Dominick Rabrun, C.S.E. Cooney and Laurice White Host : Valerie Valdes Audio Producer : Adam Pracht Code Switching originally appeared in If Wishes Were Obfuscation Codes and Other Stories – September 12, 2023. Contains racism, war, and grade-A cursing. Code Switching (Part 2 of 4) By Malon Edwards (…Continued fro…
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S5 Ep193: Episode 193: Liminal Spaces Horror
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Tonight’s opening tale of liminal space insanity is ‘Trapped in the Backlogs’, by Review Cultist, kindly shared with me via the Creepypasta Wiki and read here under the conditions of the CC-BY-SA license. https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/User:ReviewCultist https://aldenterigamortis.podbean.com/ Our second tale from the liminal world is ''The Def…
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What makes a serial killer? Mind of a Serial Killer takes you deep into the twisted minds of history’s most notorious serial killers. Every Monday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, combines gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to answer the question - what makes a …
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A routine that never changes can get old. So this week on Selected Shorts, host Meg Wolitzer presents three stories that shake up domestic life, teaching the characters something new about themselves and their circumstances. In “Scaffolding Man” by Jenny Allen, performed by Patricia Kalember, a woman in a drab marriage is intrigued by a “hot” stran…
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We are thrilled to share our new show Fire Escape, in partnership with Wondery! This 10 episode series, hosted by Anna Sussman, explores one woman’s journey as an incarcerated firefighter as she fights fire from behind bars -- defying a system intent on burying her under the weight of her worst moment. This episode contains strong language and ment…
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