Best Murders In The Rue Morgue Podcasts (2024)

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The Murders At The Rue Morgue 42:40

7d ago42:40

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Experience Edgar Allan Poe's chilling masterpiece come to life in the latest episode of the Shiver Show. Penned in 1841, and considered to be the first fiction in the crime genre, The Murders at the Rue Morgue takes you on a journey into the macabre, with an unlikely murder mystery. Join brilliant detective, C. Auguste Dupin, as he wanders the dark…

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Saw Retrospective Part 6 - PIRANHA 59:00

8d ago59:00

59:00

Okay, for real this time, the story of Saw III has reached its conclusion…three movies later. Mark Hoffman continues the legacy of John Kramer by putting the insurance agent who wronged him through a bloody game of choice. Meanwhile, a nosey reporter tries to dig deeper into Kramer’s past by getting close to Jill Tuck. And a mother and son wait in …

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Real Minishow Ep. 67 - The Tell-Tale Heart 24:17

15d ago24:17

24:17

Fun fact: Sam had a tummy ache while recording this episode and was being so brave about it. Unlike our dear Roderick Usher, who finds himself incapable of making the ultimate sacrifice to save his children. This week, we’re breaking down the fifth episode of Mike Flanagan’s Fall of the House of Usher which adapts Poe’s most well-known tale, “The T…

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The War of the Worlds 59:32

22d ago59:32

59:32

In 1938, on Halloween night, the sensational radio broadcast of War of the Worlds caused listeners to tremble and panic. Orson Welles, the mastermind behind this electrifying adaptation of the H.G. Wells timeless classic, sent shockwaves through America. To many radio listeners, this gripping radio play sounded like a real news story about a Martia…

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Saw Retrospective Part 5 - Mark Hoffman's Pouty Lips 54:00

22d ago54:00

54:00

It’s finally over. We’ve reached the end. Of Jeff’s story. After a pretty lackluster start to a new trilogy, Saw V picks up literally seconds after the end of its predecessor, leaving Strahm trapped with the corpse of John Kramer. That doesn’t last long as he escapes his first trap and begins a cat-and-mouse game with Detective Mark Hoffman--Jigsaw…

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Real Minishow Ep. 66 - The Black Cat 35:11

29d ago35:11

35:11

And another one bites the dust. This week in our minishow, we say goodbye to Leo Usher as he has a tough run-in with a purebred shelter cat. That’s because episode four is based on the Edgar Allan Poe short story The Black Cat And things also get tense for the rest of the family as Roderick’s dementia comes out and he and his sister need to figure …

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A Horror Story 51:52

1M ago51:52

51:52

A Horror Story, by Elspeth Eric, is brought to life by the legendary voice of Richard Dryden. Your hosts, Greg and Mary, explore the darker corners of Eric's eerie tale. But wait—could it all be 'tongue in cheek'? Has Eric managed to intertwine humor and horror in this camp gothic masterpiece? You be the judge! Grab your headphones and brace yourse…

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Saw Retrospective Part 4 - Jeff? Still Useless. 51:54

1M ago51:54

51:54

Saw IV is the beginning of a new era in the franchise. John Kramer is Dead. Amanda is dead. Leigh Whannel is no longer writing. And Mark Hoffman is here. What do you mean who? Mark Hoffman. The cop who was in like 30 seconds of the last movie. Turns out the twist of IV is that a character that was barely established in the previous film is the true…

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The Day The Earth Stood Still 58:54

1M ago58:54

58:54

Listen to the classic science-fiction radio play adaptation of The Day the Earth Stood Still, with captivating performances by Michael Rennie and Jean Peters. Performed before a live audience in 1954, The Day the Earth Stood Still is a gripping tale of an alien visitation and man's response to the unknown. Complementing the stellar performances is …

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The Thirteenth Sound 31:01

2M ago31:01

31:01

Our latest Shiver Show episode features Ray Bradbury's mesmerizing radio drama, "The Thirteenth Sound," which was first performed in 1951. A wealthy socialite wife, played to perfection by Agnes Moorehead, seems to have committed the perfect murder, until a familiar sound triggers an unexpected reaction. Greg and Mary talk about this noir radio cri…

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Minishow Ep. 65 - Murder in Rue Morgue 26:26

2M ago26:26

26:26

Mike Flanagan continues to impress us with his knowledge of both the works of Edgar Allan Poe and his knowledge of the man himself. This week, we’re diving into episode three of Fall of the House of Usher, loosely based on the short story “Murders in Rue Morgue”. In “Murders in the Rue Morgue”, Edgar Allan Poe introduces the character C. Auguste Du…

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Zero Hour 22:26

2M ago22:26

22:26

From Ray Bradbury's 'typewriter of terror,' comes Zero Hour, a gripping story, adapted for radio, where children of the future innocently play Invasion - a game that could spell the end of humanity. Listen while Greg and Mary discuss what makes this audio drama so thrilling, including Bradbury's satirical writing and the haunting voice acting. By t…

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Saw Retrospective Part 3 - Jeff? 1:08:04

2M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

Saw III marks a major shift in the Saw franchise as we see Jigsaw die at the hands of his greatest enemy...Jeff? This week in our retrospective we’re tackling the third installment of the Saw franchise. Starring Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, Angus Macfadyen, Bahar Soomekh, and Dina Meyer. We start this film right where the last one left off with Jigsa…

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The Postman Always Rings Twice 40:44

2M ago40:44

40:44

In this episode of the Shiver Show, we dive into the classic radio noir, The Postman Always Rings Twice, starring the sizzling Lana Turner and co-star John Garfield. A web of desire and betrayal is spun as Turner and Garfield rock the sound waves with their electrifying chemistry. Co-hosts Mary and Greg explore the timeless allure of this noir mast…

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Real Minishow Ep. 64 - Masque of the Red Death 36:00

2M ago36:00

36:00

We won’t lie. The first episode of Fall of the House of Usher didn’t have us sold on the show. It was slow and super expository. However, episode 2? My God, episode 2 is so good! This week we move forward with Mike Flanagan’s Fall of the House of Usher with The Masque of the Red Death. In Poe’s original short story, we meet young Prince Prospero wh…

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Sam Spade - The Hot 100 Grand Caper 37:15

2M ago37:15

37:15

Step back in time to the golden age of radio with our latest podcast episode, exploring the timeless intrigue of Sam Spade and The Hot 100 Grand Caper. This noir detective drama was crafted by the masterful Dashiell Hammett and stars Howard Duff (as Sam Spade) and Lurene Tuttle (as Effie). Follow Sam as he navigates the seedy underbelly of 1940's S…

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A Sweet and Salty Valentine to You 29:46

2M ago29:46

29:46

Happy Valentines Day Vintagerinos! (Is that a word? I guess I just decided it was!) We have something salty and something sweet for you this Valentines episode. The sweet comes in the form of our radio play this month: an homage to rom coms called “A Floridly Floral Case of Love” written by me (Michelle Maccarone) Featuring the menthol cool styling…

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Saw Retrospective Part 2 - Just Put Two Hands in the Hole 44:53

2M ago44:53

44:53

The success of the first Saw film was like catching lightening in a bottle and led to the immediate greenlighting of its sequel. Will this sophomore film hold up to the legacy of its predecessor? Join Sam and Stormy as they discuss Saw II from it’s early inception as a completely different movie to the best twist in the entire franchise. Detective …

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The Whole Town's Sleeping 33:37

2M ago33:37

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Listen to the spine-tingling world of horror with the latest episode of the Shiver Show, featuring the timeless classic, The Whole Town's Sleeping by Ray Bradbury, as we join three women out for an evening of fun in a small town gripped by a series of unsolved murders. Bradbury's masterful storytelling is brought to life with immersive soundscapes …

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Real Minishow Ep. 63 - Fall of the House of Usher and Life Lessons 31:39

3M ago31:39

31:39

In this week’s minishow, we’re discussing the first episode of Fall of the House of Usher, the latest series from horror daddy Mike Flanagan. We also talk about the short story itself and how the show interprets it. There’s also some talk about what chickens sound like? 2023's Fall of the House of Usher follows the Usher family through the decades …

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The Maltese Falcon 39:18

3M ago39:18

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The Maltese Falcon, featuring the powerhouse cast of Humphrey Bogart, Sidney Greenstreet, Mary Astor, and Peter Lorre, is a masterclass in audio drama. Reprising his role as the sharp-witted detective Sam Spade, Bogart brings his signature grit and charisma to the airwaves. Greenstreet, Astor, and Lorre also deliver stellar performances in front of…

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The Cellar 21:23

3M ago21:23

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A traumatised couple, a remote cottage, and a creepy cellar set the stage for R.D. Wingfield's mind-bending horror story, The Cellar. Listen as Mary and Greg talk about this spooky production and its ambiguous narrative. Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! Follow The Shiv…

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Saw Retrospective Part 1 - Lightning in a Bottle 1:04:57

3M ago1:04:57

1:04:57

Twenty years ago, the world was taken by storm by a reverse bear trap, a saw, and a little puppet named Billy. We’re super excited to start our look back at the Saw franchise and discuss the influence it’s had over the horror drama. This week, we delve into Saw, the directorial debut of horror Daddy James Wan starring Carey Elwes, Leigh Whannell, D…

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The Landlady 26:35

3M ago26:35

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Tonight's story is Roald Dahl's, The Landlady, about an up-and-coming young man who finds himself in a quaint bed and breakfast. Prepare for unexpected twists and turns as you get to know more about the proprietor of the B&B - the charming and enigmatic landlady. Join Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn as they delve into why The Landlady makes their skin c…

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The Murders in the Rue Morgue 1:07:37

3M ago1:07:37

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The Murders in the Rue Morgue Recorded live at the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon, The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre presents Poe’s “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,” streaming on WYPR just in time for the author’s 215th birthday. “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” introduced readers everywhere to C. Auguste Dupin, Poe’s brillia…

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Real Minishow Ep. 62 - He Burned Her Alive 34:22

3M ago34:22

34:22

This week, we’re wrapping up Death Note and putting a cute little bow on it. After the death of L, there’s an intense battle over who will be his successor as Light Yagami becomes the worst version of himself. There’s action, death, and Shinigami as we reach the exciting conclusion of one of the best animes ever made! And, get ready as we launch ou…

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Bottom of the World 57:39

3M ago57:39

57:39

As the environment becomes inhospitable, a hostile mutant race seeks to expel all humans from the planet. Will the humans go quietly or fight back? Find out in this mind-bending science fiction drama. Co-hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn discuss this intriguing story, terrific voice actors and fantastic plot twist right at the end that will stun lis…

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The Tell Tale Heart 25:21

3M ago25:21

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The Tell-Tale heart by Edgar Allen Poe was written in 1843, and is considered one of the greatest works of Gothic fiction. Born in 1809 to two actor parents, Poe was pretty much guaranteed a life of poverty and hardship. His actor father abandoned the family when he was young and then his mother died soon after. He was fostered to the Allens, a wea…

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Chapter 01 27:00

4M ago27:00

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Allan Poe

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Chapter 02 28:25

4M ago28:25

28:25

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Allan Poe

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Chapter 03 38:56

4M ago38:56

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Edgar Allan Poe

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The Cask of Amontillado 55:57

4M ago55:57

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The Cask of Amontillado, by Edgar Allan Poe is a chilling short story that revolves around the theme of revenge. The narrator, Montresor, seeks vengeance against Fortunato, whom he perceives as having insulted him. The story explores themes of deception, betrayal, and the darkness that resides within the human psyche, creating a suspenseful and psy…

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BONUS: Morella Speaks! w/ Crystal Balint 48:58

4M ago48:58

48:58

For our last Bonus episode of the season, we spoke with the award-winning actress Crystal Balint, who played Morella Usher! Thanks for joining us this season! And let us know the next show you want us to Psychoanalyze!By Stacey Nye

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SURPRISE. IT’S A CHRISTMAS SPECIAL (It’s a Wonderful Knife) 59:42

4M ago59:42

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Woah! A surprise Christmas Special? What a wonderful treat. And a treat sure is better than a knife. Which happens to be the title of this week’s movie review: It’s a Wonderful Knife. In this intriguing spin on the classic 1946 Christmas film, "It's a Wonderful Life," the protagonist, Winnie (portrayed by Jane Widdop), embarks on a haunting journey…

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The Haunted Mill 59:37

4M ago59:37

59:37

The Haunted Mill, also known as, The Corpse Light, was written in 1899 by Richard Donovan (aka J.E. Preston Muddock). It's about a love triangle that goes terribly wrong. Co-hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn talk about what makes this audio drama so terrific - the vocal performances, the immersive sound effects and the timeless story. The Haunted Mi…

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BONUS: Catching Up With Our Poe Expert 17:04

4M ago17:04

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Did The Fall of the House of Usher meet the expectations of a real-life Poe expert? This week, we caught up with our very first guest this season, Chris Semtner, artist, author, and Curator at the Poe Museum in Richmond, Virginia, to hear his thoughts on the show. https://poemuseum.org/ Join us next week for our final bonus episode of the season!…

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Final Episode! The Biddies of the House of Usher Episode 9 What Does it All Mean? 1:08:31

4M ago1:08:31

1:08:31

We may have reached the end of our House of Usher rewatch but fear not, Dina and Michelle are back for one final episode where we break down all our thoughts and ideas on the series. This won't be the last of us as we will be back with more spooky, eerie rewatching in the new year. Until then be sure to follow Dina and Michelle for all updates! Sup…

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July 1947 20:00

4M ago20:00

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July 1947 is a short horror sci-fi story about the famous UFO sightings in Roswell, New Mexico on July 8, 1947 - an event that continues to excite the imaginations of many people to this day. This story is about a young couple’s romantic evening. James and Mary are star-gazing when things go terribly wrong. What’s a romantic evening without a bit o…

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BONUS: Spooky Sounds w/ Jonathan Wales 49:23

4M ago49:23

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How do you create the sound of a jump scare? Welcome to our first special bonus episode where Stacey and Lindsay sit down with Sound Editing Superviser Jonathan Wales! Two more bonus episodes to go, so stay tuned!By Stacey Nye

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The Biddies of the House of Usher: Episode 8 The Raven 1:27:40

4M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

It's the final countdown folx!! It's time for the Usher family to pay for what they agreed to and it's time for Michelle to make quips and Dina to give us all the research and truth bombs. But don't worry! There will be an episode 9 next week where we break down all our impressions and surprises! Support the show Thank you for listening! If you lik…

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Real Minishow Ep. 62 - Mild Homoeroticism 26:20

5M ago26:20

26:20

The Stormy Skies can’t stop watching Death Note, which means we’ve made it to the final arc of the series. That’s right, with nine episodes left, L is dead, Rem is dead, and Light has done nothing to make him worthy of the adorable and perfect Misa Amane. There’s also been a slight hiccup with our 2024 plans to do a Saw retrospective. As in, the se…

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Donovan's Brain 59:15

4M ago59:15

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Donovan's Brain is so horrible, so bloodcurdling, that you might need therapy after you listen to it. The story comes from the mind of Curt Siodmak, whose 1942 science fiction novel of the same name was immediately made into the 1944 radio drama that you are about to hear. It has a stellar performance by Orson Welles as the evil Doctor Patrick Cory…

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Sorry Wrong Number 57:14

4M ago57:14

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Sorry Wrong Number is another superb audio drama written by Lucille Fletcher. It first aired on the Suspense Radio Program in 1943. Orson Welles called Sorry Wrong Number, "the single greatest radio script ever written." The story idea came to Fletcher while she was in a grocery story on Manhattan’s lower east side. There, she noticed a well-dresse…

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The House in Cypress Canyon 39:23

4M ago39:23

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The House in Cypress Canyon first aired in December 1946 and scared the pants off of everyone who listened - right before Christmas! This story is quite unique because the very spooky house in question is not a crumbly mansion with cobwebs and strange drafts, but rather an ordinary California bungalow, quite like the one next door to you! Co-hosts …

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The Hitchhiker 27:31

4M ago27:31

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The Hitchhiker is a radio drama written by Lucille Fletcher. It was first broadcast in 1941 on 'The Orson Welles Show,' on CBS radio. The music for The Hitchhiker was written by Lucille’s husband, Bernard Herrmann. Lucille and Bernard were rock stars of suspense radio in the 1940's. The voice actor for this drama is a 23-year-old Orson Welles. The …

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8. The Raven 56:34

5M ago56:34

56:34

Can you believe it's time for the season finale??! This week, Lindsay and Stacey sit down with Kiele Sanchez, who who co-wrote the episode with Mike Flanagan. The season may be over, but we're not done Psychoanalyzing yet... We have a few more interviews to come this year! So tune in next time for more about the The Fall of the House of Usher on Ne…

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The Biddies of the House of Usher: Episode 7 The Pit and the Pendulum 1:13:09

5M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Happy Thursday fellow Flanifans. Hold on to your midsections! This week Dina and Michelle cover Episode 7 of The Fall of the House of Usher: The Pit and the Pendulum. New episodes drop every Thursday for this first of what we hope will be many Vintage Old Biddy Recaps! Support the show Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear, please leav…

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The Biddies of the House of Usher: Episode 6 Goldbug 1:15:20

5M ago1:15:20

1:15:20

You've had your turkey, you've had enough of your own family so let's go back to a family (hopefully) more dysfunctional than yours! This week Dina and Michelle discuss Episode 6: Goldbug which was one of our favorites of the season so far. Support the show Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear, please leave a review on your platform o…

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7. The Pit and the Pendulum 48:11

5M ago48:11

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Are Madeline and Roderick's fates inextricably linked? This week, Stacey and Lindsay speak with Jamie Flanagan, who co-wrote episode 7 with his brother Mike Flanagan! Warning: We talk a little bit about episode 8 in this interview, so be aware! Tune in next time for another interview and new deep dives into the The Fall of the House of Usher on Net…

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