Best Leiber Podcasts (2025)

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Yesterday Was Monday by Theodore Sturgeon - A Short Story From Unknown Magazine in 1941 47:33

2d ago47:33

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The scene-shifters slipped—and a man woke up on Wednesday, though yesterday was Monday. But Wednesday wasn’t finished… Yesterday was Monday by Theodore Sturgeon. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s story is unlike anything we’ve done before, and that’s why we chose to share it with you on the podcast. The name of the magazine is Unknown…

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Cosmic Striptease by Harlan Ellison - 1950s Science Fiction Short Story 42:45

7d ago42:45

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A picture is worth a thousand words—especially if they're Martian words and nobody can understand them. So Mars put on a spectacular for Earth, using the skies as a TV screen. This proved the superiority of their science. But their morals—Wow! Cosmic Striptease by Harlan Ellison. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Harlan Ellison earned the nic…

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The Outer Quiet by Herbert D. Kastle - A Post Apocalyptic Science Fiction Story from the 1950s 30:25

8d ago30:25

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Fear is often Man's greatest enemy. But when there is nothing left to lose, there is everything to gain.... And with everything to gain, where is the enemy? The Outer Quiet by Herbert D. Kastle. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. If the name Herbert D. Kastle rings a bell, it’s likely not because of his science fiction work. Kastle, born in Br…

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My Past is Mine by Gerda Rhoads - From the October 1954 issue of Fantastic Universe 20:28

9d ago20:28

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Take one tiny memory out of a man's life—and the entire universe may turn topsy turvy. My Past is Mine by Gerda Rhoads. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Another podcast and another vintage science fiction author you’ve probably never heard of. The story you are about to hear is her first published story and as far as we can tell, her only sc…

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At The End Of The Orbit by Arthur C. Clarke A Short Sci-Fi Story from the 1960s 43:34

10d ago43:34

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A man with a vendetta, Szabo Tibor, finds himself tasked with recovering a Russian space capsule near New Guinea—but his grudge against the Russians turns the operation into a slow and sinister act of revenge. At the End of the Orbit by Arthur C. Clarke. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Arthur C. Clarke is one of the most popular authors on …

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Gunnison's Bonanza by Dick Purcell - SciFi Short Story from the 1950s 29:30

13d ago29:30

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All his life he had been searching for the big strike. But always he had failed. Now he had come to Mars—his last chance. This had to be—Gunnison's Bonanza by Dick Purcell. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Author Dick Purcell makes his debut on the podcast today. Purcell authored six published stories in 1955 and 1956. His name might ring a …

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Welcoming Committee and The Robots Strike by Harry Harrison 37:52

14d ago37:52

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They’d long known that they were more than mere machines. They could reason, remember, and teach. And also plan, The Robots Strike and Welcoming Committee by Harry Harrison. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Author Harry Harrison is best known for his character The Stainless Steel Rat which we featured on the podcast more than a year ago. But…

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"The Festival" by H.P. Lovecraft 29:32

15d ago29:32

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Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year! "The Festival", by H.P. Lovecraft, was written in October 1923 and first published in the January 1925 issue of Weird Tales. Thank you to Beyond the Center's Stellar Supporters: Jim Pollock Email: beyondthecenterpodcast@gmail.com Send us a text Support the show Beyond the Center Facebook page Wou…

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The Man Who Did Things Twice and The Spider and the Fly by Don Mark Lemon 29:11

18d ago29:11

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Today on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast we go back 119 years and introduce you to a story by an author we have never featured on the podcast before. The Man Who Did Things Twice and a second story by Don Mark Lemon, The Spider and the Fly. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Don Mark Lemon was born in Arizona in September 1877, he wrote 15 short stori…

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Office Call by Charles E. Fritch - Classic Science Fiction from the 1950s 24:00

19d ago24:00

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When brilliant mathematician Charles T. Moore steps into Dr. Rawlings’ office, he carries a groundbreaking revelation that could redefine the very fabric of reality. But as he grapples with the terrifying implications of his discovery—mind control and the potential to traverse alternate universes—will he find the help he needs or push the boundarie…

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The Seven Temporary Moons Murray Leinster - The Last Story in The Bud Gregory Saga 1:24:39

20d ago1:24:39

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When enemy space-ships ride aloft in menacing array, Dr. Murfree again calls on the amazing hillbilly genius, Bud Gregory, for help! The Seven Temporary Moons by Murray Leinster, that’s next on the 300th episode of The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. When we started this endeavor almost three years ago on February 22nd, 2022 we had no idea what to expect. Tha…

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The One Who Waits by Ray Bradbury - Science Fiction Short Story from the 1940s 19:12

23d ago19:12

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In a haunting world where an unforeseen inhabitant resides within an ancient well, he relives the echoes of a forgotten past while waiting for an uncertain future. The One Who Waits by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to Fred Sieber who bought us $25 worth of coffee. “Hey Scott! I am a retired Marine and live in …

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Spawn of Inferno Hugh B. Cave - Science Fiction Short Story From Weird Tales Magazine in 1932 59:10

28d ago59:10

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An unusual story, about the darkness that settled like a black cloud, and the horror that came with it. Spawn of Inferno by Hugh B. Cave, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today marks the debut of an author I had never heard of, and yet he was one of the most prolific authors during the pulp fiction era. Some say he wrote more than 1,200 stor…

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In the Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Sterling - The only interplanetary sci-fi story by H. P. Lovecraft 1:25:10

30d ago1:25:10

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Two Earthmen are trapped in an invisible maze on the planet Venus. In the Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Sterling, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. As some of you know our YouTube channel was unjustly taken down due to false copyright claims. An injustice we are working to correct by searching for a lawyer to sue the individual…

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"Star Chamber" by H.B. Fyfe 24:35

1M ago24:35

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A fugitive who has run from justice finds himself confronted by a sole law enforcement officer on an uncharted planet. The fugitive has no intentions of being taken in by the officer, while the officer has another plan in mind. "Star Chamber', by H.B Fyfe, was first published in the March 1963 issue of Amazing Stories. Thank you to Beyond the Cente…

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$1,000 a Plate by Jack McKenty - SciFi Short Story from the 1950s 18:20

1M ago18:20

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When Marsy Gras shot off its skyrockets, Mars Observatory gave it the works—fireworks! $1,000 a Plate by Jack McKenty, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We are back from vacation, I am physically back but my voice isn’t. Hopefully the voice will be back to normal in a few days and the first story you will hear is In the Walls of Eryx by H. P.…

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S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov - Early Isaac Asimov Short Story 39:19

1M ago39:19

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An unusual short story you’ve probably never heard, from one of the greatest authors in science fiction history. S as in Zebatinsky by Isaac Asimov, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Have you ever heard of this story by Isaac Asimov? It’s always fascinating to hear from you when you tell us you remember reading a story 50 or more years ago, s…

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A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury - Ray Bradbury Short Stories 21:00

2M ago21:00

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She'd paid good money to see the inevitable… and then had to work to make it happen! A Little Journey by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We are thankful for you. Our audience continues to grow all over the world and we cannot thank you enough for your support. We’d also like to thank Anne who bought 5 coffee’s. Anne had this t…

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The Invisible Enemy by Arnold Castle- Short Science Fiction Story From the 1950s 23:52

2M ago23:52

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At fifteen he was sent to war to fight an enemy he couldn't understand. But more puzzling was the victory to be won—after he met defeat! The Invisible Enemy by Arnold Castle, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Once again we are narrating a story by an author that we know almost nothing about. Arnold Castle wrote four stories that were publishe…

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The Alien Dies at Dawn by Robert Silverberg - Sci-Fi Short Stories From the 1950s 27:53

2M ago27:53

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Kendall Stone had twelve hours to save a thousand lives. It wasn't much time, especially since someone was making sure he didn't use it! The Alien Dies at Dawn by Robert Silverberg, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to Timothy Buckley who bough us a coffee. “Have a nice holiday Scott.” Thanks Timothy, in fact while you're liste…

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Shipping Clerk by William Morrison - Short Sci Fi Story From the 1950s 40:10

2M ago40:10

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If Ollie knew the work he was doing, he would have resigned—if resigning were possible! Shipping Clerk by William Morrison, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. William Morrison, whose real name was Joseph Samachson, has been on the podcast several times. You’ve heard his stories Unwelcomed Visitor, Spoken For, Task of Kayin, Monster and The Add…

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Finis by Frank Lillie Pollock - Apocalyptic Science Fiction 30:30

2M ago30:30

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A story of the last dawn that human eyes would ever see… Finis by Frank Lillie Pollock, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thanks to Andre’a for buying us a coffee. She says, “Thank you once again. This story is one of my favourites. Respectfully, Andre'a from Melbourne Australia.” Thank you Andre’a. If you’d like to buy us a coffee there is a…

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The Space Beasts by Clifford D. Simak - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1940s 1:04:15

2M ago1:04:15

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There is no life in space–can’t be, because there’s no air. But that undeniable fact loses point when your own existence is threatened by that life which can’t exist. The Space Beasts by Clifford D. Simak, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Clifford D. Simak is one of my favorite vintage sci-fi authors and we get a lot of requests for his stor…

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Yellow Streak Hero by Harlan Ellison - The Bad Boy of Sci-Fi Short Sci-Fi Story from the 1950s 28:47

3M ago28:47

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All your life you’ve crouched, waiting, in the path of impending disaster. That has been your job–what you were trained for. But you can’t help visualizing its arrival–prophesying what form it will take. So how could you be blamed for not recognizing it on arrival? Yellow Streak Hero by Harlan Ellison, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Specia…

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Quarantined Species by J. F. Bone - 1950s Science Fiction Short Story 38:11

3M ago38:11

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The Venusian horgels were cute, clever, intelligent. They made perfect pets. They were lovable. – But that was the big trouble. They were much, much too lovable! Quarantined Species by J. F. Bone, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s episode is the third time author J. F. Bone has been on our podcast. His previous stories, Triggerman and…

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It Burns Me Up! by Ray Bradbury - 1940s Ray Bradbury Short Story 26:05

3M ago26:05

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“Don’t knock a man when he’s down,” they say.… But my cold blooded visitors paid no heed, as they laughed and wondered how I could talk to Saint Peter–with my throat cut from ear to ear! It Burns Me Up! by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Who doesn’t love a vintage Ray Bradbury story? When I first came across this story I was r…

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When the Moon Fell by Morrison Colladay- Apocalyptic Science Fiction Short Story 1:03:32

3M ago1:03:32

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In a world on the brink of catastrophe due to an unknown lunar invader, one man’s survival amidst universal apathy reveals the chaos that grips humanity. When the Moon Fell by Morrison Colladay, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to Becallsberg who left us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Netherlands! “Professional & High Quali…

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"The Big Engine" by Fritz Leiber 15:45

3M ago15:45

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Are we all just cogs in the wheel of life? The first short story of Season 2 of Beyond the Center comes to us from author, Fritz Leiber, and is entitled "The Big Engine". It was first published in the February 1962 issue of Galaxy Magazine. Thank you to Beyond the Center's Stellar Supporters: Jim Pollock Email: beyondthecenterpodcast@gmail.com Send…

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Double–Cross by Frederik Pohl - Sci Fi Short Stories From the 1940s 26:57

3M ago26:57

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Revolt was brewing on Venus, led by the descendant of the first Earthmen to land. Svan was the leader making the final plans—plotting them a bit too well. Double-Cross by Frederik Pohl, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thanks to Martin Brown who recently bought us a coffee! “Thanks for such great stories.” Thank you Martin we appreciate you.…

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Come Home From Earth by Edmond Hamilton - Short Sci-Fi Story From the 1940s 26:41

3M ago26:41

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Psychology professor Fred Ellis volunteers as the subject of a dangerous scientific experiment–never counting the cost! Come Home From Earth by Edmond Hamilton, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Author Edmond Hamilton returns to the podcast today. The first story we ever did by Hamilton was He That Hath Wings in case you missed it. Today’s st…

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TCS Market Report October 7, 2024 5:52

3M ago5:52

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Quick release of the Market Roundup provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture. Thanks for listening! Support the showBy Kyle Dykes

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Superiority by Arthur C. Clarke - Early Arthur C. Clarke Short Story 31:39

3M ago31:39

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Arthur C. Clarke returns with a plausible and witty tale of Interstellar warfare, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We are so thankful for you. Our podcast continues to grow all over the world, you have rated us 246 times on Spotify with an average rating of 4.9 and someone bought us $15 worth of coffee, “Love listening to these as I drift of…

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The Stuff by Henry Slesar a Science Fiction Short Story From the 1960s 14:47

3M ago14:47

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Would it work? Yes. How would it work? Exactly like this. The Stuff by Henry Slesar, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. From Galaxy Science Fiction Magazine in August 1961 our story can be found on page 86, The Stuff by Henry Slesar… Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, Arthur C. Clarke returns with a plausible and witty tale of Interstellar warfa…

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Fall Sale Preview with Doonan Cattle Company 1:10:53

3M ago1:10:53

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Join host Kyle Dykes with Top Cattle Sales in sorting through the sale catalog for the Doonan Cattle Company Fall sale offering on October 8th, or the Decade of Dedication sale as Kevin Doonan calls it. Also catch up on other sales and listings that are new to the website www.topcattlesales.com and get the Market Roundup brought to you by Texas Dep…

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Arena by Fredric Brown - The Early Days of Science Fiction 1:20:14

3M ago1:20:14

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It was a weird sort of battle for survival–not only of individuals, but each, against his will, represented his whole race. And the battle rested on ingenuity, tenacity and courage, not strength alone. Arena by Frederic Brown, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thank you Carolyn Guthleben for buying us 3 coffees! “Thank you for a great show. I…

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Spawning Ground by Lester Del Rey - Short Sci-Fi Story From the 1960s 28:55

3M ago28:55

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They weren't human. They were something more—and something less—they were, in short, humanity's hopes for survival! Spawning Ground by Lester Del Rey, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to Ron McFarlan who bought us a coffee. “Still loving the show! I’d say it gets better but the early ones are pretty seamless quality wise. The …

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Membership Drive by Murray F. Yaco - 1960s Science Fiction Short Story 26:05

3M ago26:05

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Want to join our secret organization? Well, first you have to pass the tests. Membership Drive by Murray F. Yaco, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We’re celebrating our 1st Annual It’s Almost Black Friday Sale with the greatest collection of vintage sci-fi short stories ever at an insane price. 300 vintage sci-fi short stories for only $19.9…

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TCS Market Report Sept. 27, 2024 9:27

3M ago9:27

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Top Cattle Sales Podcast - Episode: Market Report for September 27, 2024 Welcome to this week's episode of the "Top Cattle Sales" podcast! In our September 27, 2024 market report, we provide essential updates and trends from the cattle sales markets. Join TCS as we discuss current market conditions, notable sales, and regional highlights. We’ll als…

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Never on Mars by John Wyndham author of Day of the Triffids and The Midwich Cuckoos 1:00:25

4M ago1:00:25

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Jeremy got to Mars, all right, but nobody else came back. And so people would not believe he had actually been there at all. Never on Mars by John Wyndham, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. John Wyndham appears for the first time on our podcast. Wyndham was born in 1903, the English science fiction writer is best known for his novels The Day …

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The Perfect Woman by Robert Sheckley - The Early Days of Science Fiction 19:34

4M ago19:34

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Somebody once came up with a song title we have never forgotten: “For every man there is a woman, so why did I gel stuck with you?” Not that Mr. Morcheck felt that way about Myra. He not only believed she was absolutely perfect; you could get a punch in the nose for doubting it! And he was so right—for a while! The Perfect Woman by Robert Sheckley,…

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The Last Man in New York by Paul MacNamara - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1940s 1:25:12

4M ago1:25:12

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Joe Dunn and Julie are the sole survivors in a vast city of silence and death! The Last Man in New York by Paul MacNamara, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We’ve narrated several last man on earth stories but this one is different as you are about to find out. Written by Paul MacNamara, a man who has one published story and that’s it, and we…

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A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1960s 26:20

4M ago26:20

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My Space-partner was a good reliable sidekick—but his partner was something else! A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s story appeared in only the third issue of Worlds of Tomorrow magazine in August 1963. You will find it on the cover and on page 78, A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber… Next on The Lost Sci…

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Hot Planet by Hal Clement - Sci Fi Short Story From the 1960s 1:00:03

4M ago1:00:03

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Mercury had no atmosphere—everyone knew that. Why was it developing one now? Hot Planet by Hal Clement, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Harry Clement Stubbs, better known by his pen name Hal Clement, was born in Somerville, Massachusetts, in May 1922. He graduated from Harvard University with a degree in astronomy in 1943. While still a col…

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The Venus Evil by Chester S. Geier - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1940s 34:23

4M ago34:23

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In the sweet Venusian spring, when iridescent butterflies swarmed and deer-things scampered, it was both necessary and good for Richard Farris to kill George Pearce. The Venus Evil by Chester S. Geier, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Another day, another author making his debut on our podcast. Chester S. Geier. He was born in 1921 in Steven…

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The Ultimate Vice by A. Bertram Chandler - The Early Days of Science Fiction 26:15

4M ago26:15

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Hallam wanted to get out of space – but even more he wanted to make a fortune first. Now he had found a way to do it – by selling – The Ultimate Vice by A. Bertram Chandler, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Arthur Bertram Chandler was born in England in 1912, forty four years later he moved to Australia and became an Australian citizen. He w…

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The Parasite by Arthur C. Clarke - Science Fiction Audiobook Short Story 32:10

4M ago32:10

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Ever done anything for no particular reason at all ? Ever feel as if you were arguing with yourself? Do you sometimes get the feeling that you’re really two people who are at odds over the basic rights and wrongs of life? . . . The Parasite by Arthur C. Clarke, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s story appeared in the short lived Avon S…

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The Machine Stops by E. M. Forster - The Early Days of Sci Fi 1:34:18

4M ago1:34:18

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In a future where human contact is almost eliminated by The Machine, Vashti’s tranquil, isolated life is interrupted by a plea from her son, to experience the world outside the Machine’s influence. As Vashti struggles to understand his desire to see the stars from the Earth’s surface, a profound disconnect between their realities begins to emerge. …

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TCS Interview with Ken Leiber - President of National Finance Credit Corporation of Texas 1:02:13

4M ago1:02:13

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Join host Kyle Dykes on 'Top Cattle Sales' as he sits down with Kenneth Leiber, President and CEO of National Finance Credit Corporation of Texas, to explore the latest trends and strategies in agriculture finance and marketing. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or new to the field, this episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate the fina…

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An Enemy of Peace by Robert Silverberg - Apocalyptic Sci-Fi 30:41

5M ago30:41

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When enemies of peace threaten the System, they must be eliminated. There are many ways to do this. And if all else fails, you can always go to war with them. An Enemy of Peace by Robert Silverberg, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. The February 1957 issue of Fantastic magazine contained a story we heard not that long ago, The Mystery of Dene…

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Until Life Do Us Part by Winston Marks - Immortality Science Fiction 26:21

5M ago26:21

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It's a long life, when you’re immortal. To retain sanity you've got to be unemotional. To be unemotional, you can't fall in love… Until Life Do Us Part by Winston Marks, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thank you for listening to our podcast and for your incredible reviews. We’re getting more comments than ever on YouTube. Phantomwelds says,…

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