The Shiver Show brings you strange and chilling tales of crime, horror and science fiction - from the golden era of radio, as well as new audio dramas. If you love suspense fiction, you've come to the right place. Co-hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn talk about what makes each of these dramas so special - whether it be their creepy music, compelling voice actors, spooky sound effects or timeless themes. Now, turn off the lights, curl up in a safe place, and get ready to have your pants scared ...
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A horror fiction podcast fusing hard-boiled detective stories with a slug of whisky and a belt of nightmare fuel. Written by Michael Whitehouse and Starring Peter Joseph Lewis.
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Helmed by acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter, Lucas Coleman, California Gothic Podcast is your ultimate destination for all things macabre. Immerse yourself in a chilling tapestry of supernatural tales, each meticulously crafted to captivate and terrify. Tune in now and let the nightmares come alive with 'California Gothic'—your gateway to a world where terror knows no bounds.
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We aretwo sisters who love horror fiction, and we are revisiting the works of popular YA horror writer Christopher Pike and dissecting some of the stories that shaped our early adolescence. Angst, 80s music, and hilarity are sure to follow. We'll be tackling his books in chronological order, so stay tuned!
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Welcome to The Ghost Story Book Club. Each episode, along with a special guest, writer and host Adam Z. Robinson discusses the ghost story genre and looks at a different classic ghost story. Authors include: M.R. James, E. Nesbit, Edith Wharton, Edgar Allen Poe, Algernon Blackwood, E.F Benson and many more. You can email your thoughts on the stories to: theghoststorybookclub@gmail.com and follow on Twitter at @ghostclubpod
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For writers and readers who like it dark. We talk about our horror and other dark-themed books. In-depth literary analysis of dark fiction. Conversations with authors, editors, and other industry professionals. Hosted by Lisa Quigley and Mackenzie Kiera. We have interviewed Paul Tremblay, Ellen Datlow, Josh Malerman, Grady Hendrix, and more. New episode every other Monday. Subscribe, listen, and leave us a review.
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Sirenicide is a serialized horror drama based in the wicked world woven in and around Morston, Texas. The criminal factions and dark government agencies are just the start of the malevolence that roams the streets of this macabre city. The tales in Sirenicide tap into the fear and lore that envelope what most would consider to be fiction. The production plays host to a plethora of popular personalities from other nightmarish podcasts. The main cast of creepy, courageous, and curious characte ...
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Tune in for a journey back to the golden age of radio with the latest episode of The Shiver Show, where we visit the world of the iconic character, Harry Lime. This week's episode is the 1952 production of The Lives of Harry Lime: Man of Mystery, written and performed by Orson Welles in the titular role. Orson Welles brings his renowned pacing and …
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Thomas Burke’s 1929 short story about a serial strangler was adapted for radio and aired on the Suspense show in 1948. The audio drama stars Claude Rains, as the sergeant and Vincent Price as a newspaper reporter. In 1949, the Mystery Writers of America named The Hands of Mr Ottermole the Best Mystery Story of All Time. In this episode, Vincent Pri…
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Tune in to the latest episode of The Shiver Show as we delve into the chilling world of The Dead Hand. This gripping radio play first aired in 1946 and it stunned listeners (and sponsors) with its tale of passion, murder and envy. With masterful storytelling by Robert Newman and strong performances by Barry Kroeger and narrator Raymond Morgan, The …
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A Scandal in Bohemia, based on a short story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, first aired in 1945. This classic episode features Basil Rathbone as the brilliant Sherlock Holmes, and Nigel Bruce as his loyal companion, Dr. Watson. Together, they bring to life the tale of Holmes' encounter with the one woman who outsmarted him, Irene Adler. Holmes is taske…
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The Red Wind by Raymond Chandler is a classic piece of noir fiction, and its adaptation to radio had a strong influence on the genre. The story, originally published in 1938, introduces listeners to Philip Marlowe, the hard-boiled detective who navigates the treacherous streets of Los Angeles. The radio adaptation captures Chandler's gritty, atmosp…
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This latest episode of the Shiver Show has more twists than Chubby Checker. The Bluebeard Caper is a gripping radio drama by Dashiell Hammett, featuring the cool, calm, and collected Sam Spade. The Bluebeard Caper is classic radio noir, with rapid-fire dialogue, an intriguing femme fatale, a dodgy client, and an unexpected outcome. Howard Duff play…
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Our latest episode from the golden age of radio is The Donna Dunham Case, featuring Candy Madson, a pioneering female detective. In an era when female detectives were rare in film and radio, Candy Madson broke barriers and defied expectations with her sharp wit, keen intellect, and fearless determination. In this week's episode of the Shiver Show, …
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Tune in to the latest chilling episode of the Shiver Show - Edgar Allan Poe's "The Fall of The House of Usher." Originally penned in 1839, this gothic masterpiece continues to captivate with its eerie atmosphere and psychological depth. Transport yourself to the decaying Usher mansion, which may be sentient, and the two Usher siblings locked in a p…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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A man becomes obsessed with the idea that his face is a mask. Also, a new song Wake Me Wake Me, by the band Scream Queens. Hosted by Lucas Coleman. Join us for more interviews and short horror fiction. Would you like to submit a short horror story to The Gothic? Email us at www.californiagothicpodcast@gmail.com…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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Christmas Special: with Mike Muncer - 'The Treasure of Abbot Thomas' (1974) and 'The Ash Tree' (1975)
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In Series 4, Episode 11 - our Christmas Special - join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Mike Muncer in this episode (recorded live on Zoom on 7 December 2023) as we discuss two class Ghost Story for Christmas films, 'The Treasure of Abbot Thomas' (1974) and 'The Ash Tree' (1975) Mike Muncer is the host and creator of The Evolution of Horror, a w…
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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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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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In Series 4, Episode 10 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, as I count down ten of my favourite Ghost Stories for Christmas! What are your favourites? Tell me on Twitter and Facebook.By Adam Robinson
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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 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 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 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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'The Upper Berth' by F. Marion Crawford: with Nathan Ballingrud
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In Series 4, Episode 9 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Nathan Ballingrud as we discuss 'The Upper Berth' by F. Marion Crawford Nathan Ballingrud is the author of The Strange, Wounds: Six Stories from the Border of Hell, and North American Lake Monsters, which won the Shirley Jackson Award. A novella, Crypt of the Moon Spider, will appear i…
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'Martin's Close' by M.R. James: with Naomi Ryan
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In Series 4, Episode 8 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Naomi Ryan as we discuss 'Martin's Close' by M.R. James Naomi Ryan is a barrister. After completing the BCL at St Catherine’s College, Oxford, she taught criminal law to undergraduates at St Hilda’s College Oxford and University College London before embarking on her career as a crimin…
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'Berenice' by Edgar Allan Poe: with Leon Craig
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In Series 4, Episode 7 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Leon Craig as we discuss 'Berenice' by Edgar Allan Poe Leon Craig is a writer and editor from London, now based in Berlin. Her gothic short story collection Parallel Hells was published by Sceptre Books and she is currently working on her first novel. Leon’s fiction has also appeared i…
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LIVE SPECIAL: The Woman in Black (1989 adaptation) with Prof. Catherine Spooner & Andrew Michael Hurley
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Welcome to this special bonus LIVE episode of The Ghost Story Book Club! Join me (Adam Z. Robinson), Gothic expert and award-winning writer Professor Catherine Spooner and novellist Andrew Michael Hurley for this post-screening discussion of The Woman in Black (1989 TV film adaptation) which was recorded LIVE at The Dukes, Lancaster, on Saturday 28…
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'The Giant Wistaria' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman: with Dr. Emily Vincent
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In Series 4, Episode 5 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Dr. Emily Vincent as we discuss 'The Giant Wistaria' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Dr Emily Vincent is a Deputy Associate Director of Research and an Honorary Fellow at the Centre for Nineteenth-Century Studies International, based at Durham University. Emily holds a PhD in English Lite…
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'The Striding Place' by Gertrude Atherton: with Caroline Bird
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In Series 4, Episode 4 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Caroline Bird as we discuss 'The Striding Place' by Gertrude Atherton. Caroline Bird is a poet and playwright. Her most recent collection, The Air Year, won the Forward Prize for Poetry and was shortlisted for the Costa Poetry Prize and the Polari Prize. Her previous collections includ…
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'The Hated House' by Celia Fremlin: with Kirsty Logan
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In Series 4, Episode 3 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Kirsty Logan as we discuss 'The Hated House' by Celia Fremlin. Kirsty Logan’s latest novel is Now She is Witch (Harvill Secker, 2023), a queer medieval witch revenge quest. Her memoir The Unfamiliar (Virago, 2023), a memoir of queer pregnancy and parenthood is out now. She is also the …
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'Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad' by M.R. James: with Will Maclean
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In Series 4, Episode 2 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Will Maclean as we discuss 'Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad' by M.R. James. Will Maclean is a writer and the author of the novel The Apparition Phase. He’s written for television professionally since 2006, during which time he’s worked as a scriptwriter for people as varied a…
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'Man-Size in Marble' by E. Nesbit: with Rachel Fairburn
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Welcome to The Ghost Story Book Club Series 4! In Series 4, Episode 1 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Rachel Fairburn as we discuss 'Man-Size in Marble' by E. Nesbit. Rachel Fairburn is a comedian. Along with Kiri Pritchard McLean, she co-created and co-hosts All Killa No Filla, a smash-hit podcast with a huge international following. Rach…
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Join me at live events that are happening up and down England this October and November... Visit our LinkTree here for info and to book: https://linktr.ee/tbodal HAUNTED dates and details: Fri 6 October LION’S DEN, MANCHESTER, 8pm https://grimmfest2023.eventive.org/passes/buy **Use the code HAUNTED23 for a discount!** Fri 20 October OLD TOWN HALL, …
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Welcome to Season Two of Ladies of the Fright! The podcast wants to evolve as we have. We aren't exactly sure what comes next but we wanted to start putting out conversations again. The Interlude episodes are our return to the podcast and with this first Interlude episode, we share where we've been, what has shifted, and what to expect moving forwa…
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Monster Filmmakers Konstantinos Koutsoliotas & Elizabeth Schuch join us to talk about their years of experience in making monster movie magic and give us a sneak peek into their newest feature horror Minore (2023). We also feature a 90's PSA from Hayden Park, Connecticut, and the mysteries surrounding the disappearance (and reappearance) of thirty …
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In this episode, we feature a song and a short story generated by an open-source AI algorithm. Join us for more interviews and short horror fiction. Would you like to submit a short horror story to The Gothic? Email us at www.californiagothicpodcast@gmail.comBy Lucas Coleman
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Our holiday episode! When a wretched woman falls asleep in a massage chair at an LL Bean on X-mas eve, she finds that her tantrums are useless against the mutilating machine. Also an unwelcome song by Daniel Hut. Thank you for the content but please leave us alone and stop coming to my house! And finally, another seasonal installment of Christmas C…
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'The Lady's Maid's Bell' by Edith Wharton: with Rhianna Dhillon
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In Series 3, Episode 12 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Rhianna Dhillon as we discuss 'The Lady's Maid's Bell' by Edith Wharton. Rhianna Dhillon has been a film critic for 12 years, beginning her career at BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra as their in-house film critic. Now a film and TV critic on BBC 6Music’s Breakfast Show with Lauren Laverne, Rhian…
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Christmas Special: with Mike Muncer - 'The Stalls of Barchester' (1971) and 'Lost Hearts' (1973)
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In Series 3, Episode 11 - our Christmas Special - join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Mike Muncer in this episode (recorded live on Zoom on 2 December 2022) as we discuss two class Ghost Story for Christmas films, 'The Stalls of Barchester' (1971) and 'Lost Hearts' (1973) Mike Muncer is the host and creator of The Evolution of Horror, a weekly…
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'The Room in the Tower' by E. F. Benson: with James Swanton
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In Series 3, Episode 10 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, James Swanton as we discuss 'The Room in the Tower' by E. F. Benson James Swanton is an award-winning actor and writer, increasingly recognised for his attempts to frighten people. He has so far been responsible for Sikes & Nancy (Trafalgar Studios, West End), Frankenstein's Creature …
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'They' by Rudyard Kipling: with Emily Klassen
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In Series 3, Episode 9 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Emily Klassen as we discuss 'They' by Rudyard Kipling. Emily Klassen is a classical soprano and actor living in Toronto, Canada. She specializes in music from the Baroque period and has performed extensively at home and abroad. She made her worldwide television debut on the critically …
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