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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every other Friday.
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The Shiver Show

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The Shiver Show brings you strange and chilling tales of crime, horror and science fiction. We showcase old time radio shows, 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 sca ...
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Welcome to Goosebuds! A podcast where your hosts Paul Ritchey, Chad Quandt, and Kevin Cole dig into the Young Adult Literature of Goosebumps by R.L. Stine and give these tomes the deep critique and respect they deserve. Sometimes they get too scared and cover other adjacent 90s books and culture instead. Come join us and re-discover the stories you grew up with or jump in for the first time.
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If you've been following this podcast from the beginning, we will have explored together the stories and insights of incredible individuals who have reached that magical tipping point of moving from striving to being in flow. Over a hundred episodes have featured interviews with inspiring business owners, philanthropists, thought leaders and game changers. The wisdom shared by these amazing guests became the foundation for my third bestselling book, Be Brilliant. However, along this journey, ...
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Why am I different? Why do things have to be so difficult? Am I dumb? Why am I scared? Will it be this hard forever? Will I ever find the help I need to succeed? When will being different be accepted? Welcome to The Different Ability® Podcast where we will answer all of these questions and a whole lot more! Each week host Katey Fortun brings you tips and tricks on how to navigate being different, along with inspiring stories of guests that are living an amazing life having Different Abilitie ...
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Come get your Boos on with the crew from Paranormal-Spirits. Are you ready to get spooked and sloshed at the same time? Then grab a drink and join three hilarious friends, who also happen to be true believers in the paranormal, as they delve into the world of the supernatural in "Paranormal-Spirits"! Booze, Boos and My Favorite Boos! These three night stalkers have all had their own terrifying encounters with the unknown and are not afraid to share their stories. In fact, they've even conduc ...
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Are You Scared of These Stories?

Are You Scared of These Stories?

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In the late 90’s early aught’s, three friends met in the woods to tell each other scary stories. They recorded their stories, and captured unexplained, paranormal phenomena. The whereabouts of the members of the Scary Storytellers Society are unknown. All that remains are the tapes that were recovered from their abandoned campsite, and after you listen to them you’ll have to ask yourself…Are You Scared of These Stories?
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"We all love the feeling of being scared". I read horror stories and some of them are based on true events, but can you tell the difference? These stories are perfect for late nights when you are alone and feeling brave. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theoriginalpodcast/support
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I narrate spine chilling stories that inspire fear and keep you up at night. Most stories I find are told by fan's of horror and with their permission I bring those stories to live through the art of story telling. I am a fan of flash fiction horror, and tell these short stories, also called a "Creepypasta" can be the most chilling story's that are free to read on the internet
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I’m No Brakes Nu’, host of A Pod Named Kickback. I spent 20 years as a rapper from DC who has appeared on 106 & Park, MTV’s Direct Effect and became a legend in DC and the DMV for selling my CD’s out of the trunk of my car and making fire music and music videos that watched like short movies. Never forget. I launched my internet radio show in April of 2012. The last few years I switched it to an official podcast and on this podcast I discuss the biggest stories in pop culture, politics, musi ...
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Hey, Time-Strapped Author! Wanna write great fiction? BUT writing is hard because you… - Have NO TIME because you work a full-time job or go to school full-time - Doubt your writing ability - Have no idea how to write the kind of captivating stories you love to read. Then welcome to The Adventurous Author, the podcast with short and entertaining episodes for adventurous authors in high school, college, and beyond. Through these episodes, you will… - Gain confidence in your author identity. - ...
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The Fear Files

The Fear Files

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Ever wonder where certain phobias come from? Do you ever look at the world around you and think about how dangerous it is? Are you just scared of everything? If you answered yes to any of these, then tune into The Fear Files, where we examine fears of all sorts. Part historical review, part storytelling, part news digest, The Fear Files is your place to explore fear and the many ways it can show up around you.
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Previously Creepypasta and Scary Stories The most terrifying tales on the internet are told by Spooky Boo Rhodes from the cursed town of Sandcastle. These creepypasta and true scary stories will scare you! This podcast contains both fiction and true stories as well as true crime stories. These stories include paranormal stories, ghost stories, aliens, black-eyed children, serial killers, stalkers, cults, demons, nightmares, haunted houses, horror fiction, true scary stories, the dark web and ...
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Small Town Shadows

Small Town Shadows

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Every culture has stories about things that go bump in the night & I’m here to share those tales with you. But first, you should go turn off your light. As always, the tales I tell are based on real events. However, the names and locations have been changed to protect the privacy of those involved. Please keep in mind that these narratives are not for the faint of heart, and may frighten or disturb you.
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Are you a super sleuth? Do you watch the latest true crime documentaries as soon as they hit the TV; do you know so much about serial killers that your friends and family have concerns? Or maybe you are a spooky kid? Is your idea of a good night out the local ghost walk? Do you love a good horror film or tale of the paranormal, and things that go bump in the night? If so then you are in good company here. We are two friends, Sarah and Louise, who just like you have an interest in true crime, ...
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If you love entrepreneur stories and you love rural or are rural at heart, you’ll find some great stories here in each episode. If you’re someone who likes to cheer for the little guy, you’re going to love these impressive stories. If you’re an entrepreneur that’s struggling or have the entrepreneurial bug because you’re sitting on the next million-dollar idea and you’re too scared to try, you’re going to find some motivation and inspiration that will leave you thinking, well gosh, if they c ...
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"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right." How many times have you heard of a "dream job," an extraordinary athletic feat, or even a benevolent vocation that someone has and thought to yourself, "I Could NEVER Do That!" These people don't have superpowers, per se. These normal folks simply have a huge desire to do what it is they're doing and they ultimately have an unwavering faith that they can achieve their goals, no matter how big. Remember, courage isn't the absen ...
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What's up, revellers and weirdos! The Scaring Sam podcast is where a horror fanatic tests his wife's nerves, and likely their marriage as they take a hilariously candid look at scary movies. Join James and Sam as they bring you their honest take on cult to contemporary horror films from both sides of the fence!
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Like everyone, I have had some fun experiences, some embarrassing experiences, some life-defining experiences. This podcast exists as a challenge to myself to remember them, reflect on them and decide what I can learn from them, but I also tell these stories in the hope that others might appreciate, as I have, that with only a few exceptions, the best and most interesting parts of life are made up of small, non-public moments. These are my stories and I hope you enjoy them.
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"You wake in an unknown place. You don't know where you are or how you got here." Amnesia and danger. In video games, it's a familiar scene---so familiar that its weirdness has been worn away by repetition. It's a trope! It happens all the time! Characters get amnesia; it's just what they do. They get amnesia, explore their world, pick things up, and fight monsters. But these tropes become a lot less familiar when they're plopped into the pages of a book, where (in the absence of a player) c ...
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The Possibly Paranormal Podcast

The Possibly Paranormal Podcast

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Scary locations are everywhere. Their history is intense. The stories of the hauntings will scare the pants off of you. And the jokes made about them will put those pants right back on. Join Jake, Lisa, and Davis as they explore these haunted locations, learning about their history, retelling some of the hauntings that people have experienced, all with a comedic twist. You don't want to miss these Tiddy Bits, Scary Stories, or Odes to random things with T Trips P!
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The More We Know. The More We Grow. Join Meer as he interviews experts in a plethora of different industries- using their interview to provide you real life mentorship. My mission is simple- not everyone has a mentor or the luxury to have the network to find one. In one hour or less I promise to provide you real value with a mentor in your pocket. These are not regular interviews- these interviews are tailored for you, getting answers and education you would get as if the guest was your PERS ...
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Hello there This the podcast feed for an eclectic and wonderous creative mix of podcasts under the Quirky Voices Presents banner. Welcome!I have an interview show / MADIVA podcast (Modern Audio Drama Indie Voice Acting) and this is focused on exploring the craft of voice acting through interviews with working Va’s, producers, Showrunners and directors. Anyone F’Coffee is a women’s health podcast hybrid audio drama / interview show.I wrote it and it stars women who actually suffer from the co ...
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The Solomon Success podcast is dedicated to the timeless wisdom of King Solomon and the Book of Proverbs in order to maximize one’s business and life. To our advantage, we can find King Solomon’s financial strategies in addition to many life philosophies documented in biblical scriptures. Focusing on these enduring fundamentals of success allows us to bypass the “get-rich-quick” schemes that cause many to stumble on their journey toward success. Our concern is not only spiritual in nature, b ...
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India, 1930. Sarojini Naidu is marching towards a British-controlled saltwork; behind her is a long column of protestors all dressed in white. The great campaigner for India's Independence, Gandhi, is now in jail. In his place, he's chosen Naidu to lead this movement against the hard and fearsome British Empire. Naidu and her marchers want change, …
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Whether you are 8 or 80, it’s never too early or too late to become a published author. Today’s guest proves that. I am chatting with Barbara Sweeney, who just happens to be my aunt. For her 80th birthday last year, I offered to compile her poems into a book and publish them for her. It took us almost a year of working together through emails and p…
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Did you know that your novel writing success depends on what you believe about YOU? I believe you can master novel writing even if you have no experience, no credentials, and less than three hours a week to write. The secret lies in embracing your adventurous author identity. That’s what I’ve been doing over this last year and why I’ve changed the …
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Picture this: my adult daughter Taya, eyes wide with excitement, asks if I’d like to participate in a Hyrox challenge with her. Naturally, I said yes! How hard could it be, right? Little did I know what I was agreeing to. My first thought was that Hyrox might be the name of some trendy new smoothie or a TikTok dance. A fitness competition, it was l…
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Send us a text Oh, this episode makes me smile when listening to it! Adriana and I are like sisters from another mister for sure! She's like the very long distant friend I didn't know I needed! We have so much fun chatting and learning all about Adriana, her life in Italy and her life growing up in Australia! She is so fun, funny and wonderful to l…
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Send us a text Tune in to The Georgia Gray Murder Case from the Broadway's My Beat series. This episode has superb acting, a terrific music score, immersive sound effects and beautiful writing. It is the best of noir radio. Listen now! Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! …
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Send us a text Emily so kindly shares the years of her difficult medical health journey but puts such a positive spin on the many hurdles she has had to jump over. She shares about her love of horses and competing in her younger years, to being diagnosed with many different health conditions. She is a warrior and does not give up! She owns differen…
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You need to hear this: perimenopause and menopause can be powerful catalysts for change. Sounds crazy, right? Especially in a world where we shy away from talking about these stages of our lives, or view them only in a negative light. However, what if this period could be one of transformation, instead of mere survival? Recently, my Inner Circle an…
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Send us a text This episode I'm sharing a bit of my book writing journey and how it's going having dyslexia and writing a book... it's not easy, but it's worth it! Join my behind the scenes book email list! If you already get my emails, this is a different list speifically about the book. Join HERE! Or joing directly here! Stay in the loop with the…
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This week we discuss Kamala Harris’ plan for Black America, Cardi B and Offset put us ALL in the group chat, A conviction in Young Dolph’s murder case, Jaguar Wright’s conspiracy mind, LL Cool J’s dominance, A Powerbook 2 Ghost spoiler by Jacqui 😳 and new Music this week that you can find on our Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/play…
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Send us a text A gossip columnist plans to murder a Broadway producer and make off with his wife. Eight Steps to Murder is the chronicle of a carefully calculated crime... a crime so twisted and subtle that it might just work. Barry Kroeger, plays Mark Durphy, the methodical murderer. As the body-count rises, we wonder.... will Durphy get away with…
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Early morning, April 1789. Captain Bligh is abruptly dragged from his cabin. Wrists bound, bayonet pressed to his chest, he and a few loyal sailors are forced into a tiny launch and set adrift on the vast Pacific Ocean. This far from land, no-one is likely to survive for long. History remembers Captain Bligh as a cruel, petty tyrant. The reality is…
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S-s-s-so good to be back, Goosebuddies! We were doing a snake thing there-- was that clear? Your hosts Paul Ritchey and Kevin Cole enroll in R.L. Stine's Goosebumps Horrorland book Welcome to Camp Slither. There are rumors of man-eating snakes at camp, but no reports on if they'll eat the other genders. And when we rejoin the Horrorland arc a terri…
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Send us a text The Most Dangerous Game, is a thrilling audio drama that first aired in 1943. Based on the short story by Richard Connell, The Most Dangerous Game, inspired many later productions in film, but Greg and Mary firmly believe that this production, with Orson Welles and Keenan Wynn, is the definitive one. Listen now!! Thank you for listen…
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Send us a text Patrick Richard Garcia shares his story of growing up as a child with LD, in Canada. He moved around a lot throughout his younger years. He shares his struggles, his wins, what he has learned through the years and the teachers that impacted him greatly. Going from a struggling child with LD to now an Author, Speaker and Coach, it's f…
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In the beautiful mountain town of Idyllwild, a wealthy widow named Dia Abrams suddenly vanishes from her home. She leaves behind her idyllic ranch, estranged children and a messy legal battle. Two men in her life, her son and a man who claims to be her fiance, launch public campaigns to find her. But soon, their efforts – and stories – begin to unr…
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Summer's over, Goosebuddies. How did you spend it? Were you hunting for buried cars at the beach? Attacking the pool lifeguard with psychic damage? Or tracking down a beloved but lonely ice cream man? The Goosebuddies check out The Adventures of Pete & Pete's classic episode "How I Spent My Summer Vacation", arguably one of the best in the series. …
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Send us a text Our Shiver Show episode this week is The Screaming Woman (1948), a suspense radio drama from the pen of Ray Bradbury. What happens when a young girl hears the screams of a woman coming from underground in a vacant lot? Will people believe her? Greg and Mary talk about Ray Bradbury's strong and interesting child characters and the mas…
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In this chilling episode, Alyssa dives deep into one of the most haunting and enduring legends of Latin American folklore: La Llorona, the Weeping Woman. From her tragic origins as a grieving mother to the eerie tales of her ghostly wails by riversides, La Llorona has been terrifying generations throughout Mexico and Central America. Is she a curse…
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Paul Starrett has just won a major building contract. If everything goes according to plan, this will be the tallest building in the world. But will everything go according to plan? This prestigious new project will have Starrett's biggest workforce yet. Everyone will need to pull together, but labour relations in the United States have been rough.…
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Leo Durocher would stop at nothing to win. The baseball player-turned-manager was a skilled tactician and famously tough. But he also cheated, intimidated umpires and was violent; he was even known to beat up fans. Durocher was famous for coining the phrase "nice guys finish last" - but is that really true? Tim Harford and David Bodanis examine les…
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Send us a text Kari Berridge is an amazing guest with an incredible story! She vulnerability shares her story and all of the amazing things she's doing with her life now. This episode has so much wonderful information and stories, you don't want to miss it! Kari's Bio: Kari Berridge, a resilient and triumphant individual, is a devoted mother, proud…
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Send us a text Listen to The Flesh Peddler, a crime thriller from the golden era of radio, with Deforest Kelley in the lead role. In this latest episode of The Shiver Show, we visit the seedy underbelly of the carnie, with games of chance, a bearded lady, a knife thrower, and many dark secrets. In addition to a stellar line-up of voice actors, The …
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Send us a text Back on epsidoe 176 it was the beginning of Season 5 and I was out in Reno, NV Keynote speaking at a conference. I recorded that episode before the conference so this episode is a recap of how it actually went! In short, it was AMAZING and I'm so honored and grateful for the amazing opportunity! Thank you to Nevada Governer's Council…
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In this chilling episode of Paranormal-Spirits, we delve into the gruesome story of the Servant Girl Annihilator, a mysterious figure who terrorized Austin, Texas, in the late 19th century. Known for a series of brutal attacks on servant girls and unsuspecting victims, this elusive killer left a trail of fear and confusion in their wake. Was this A…
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Send us a text Our Shiver Show episode for this week combines crime and psychological horror in Diary of a Madman, an old-time radio drama loosely based on Guy de Maupassant's chilling masterpiece of the same name, written in 1886. This mesmerizing audio drama plunges listeners into the turbulent mind of a man teetering on the edge of sanity, captu…
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Tim Harford's life has been building up to this moment. In this Cautionary Conversation, he discusses the works of his favorite author J.R.R. Tolkien and the social science at play in Amazon Prime's series The Rings of Power. What do elves and whistleblowers have in common? How can evil hide in plain sight? And where do orcs come from? Season 2 of …
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Send us a text Oh my gosh, this episode got real... really fast! Sarah has an amazing soul and you're going to love her just as much as I do! She shared about her childhood growing up as a younger sister to her older brother that was Autistic and then we dove into what she's doing now! She's a spiritual healer and we talked about astrology! She pin…
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Behold the glory of the Helmacrons! Your hosts Chad Quandt and Kevin Cole take a Goosebumps break to read through arguably the weirdest Animorphs book; The Suspicion by K.A. Applegate. The kids' war campaign against the Yeerks is interrupted by the arrival of the Helmacrons, miniature space people with giant egos. Enjoy the episode! Book discussion…
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Send us a text A planet in a galaxy far from here circles a group of six suns. There hasn't been a sunset for 2049 years and the inhabitants fear darkness! What happens to this civilization as all the suns set and night falls? This gripping story was written by Isaac Asimov as a short story and has appeared in many anthologies. In 1968, the Science…
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Send us a text Rebecca is such a wonderful guest! I had so much fun learning from her and hearing part of her story! She's doing incredable things and it's so inspring to learn how she sees the world and learning more about her Different Abilities! You don't want to miss this episode, that's for sure! Rebecca's Bio: Rebecca Finch Vitsmun is an auti…
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In this chilling episode of Paranormal-Spirits podcast, John delves into the dark history and eerie legends of Eloise Asylum, one of the most haunted locations in America. Once a bustling mental institution, Eloise is now a decaying relic, steeped in stories of restless spirits, shadowy figures, and unexplained phenomena. We’ll uncover the disturbi…
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This week we celebrate my bro and co founder of the podcast, JB Frank's 49th bday may he rest in peace, also the word 'Demure" and its recent popularity, Is Chris Brown a better artist than Michael Jackson? Jill Scott says she dates for 6 months and moves on if its not a forever vibe, Skai Jackson and DV against men. Deadpool and Wolverine review a…
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The Goosebud Boys Chad, Paul, and Kevin face the Horrorland version of R.L. Stine's infamous haunted camera: Say Cheese -- And Die Screaming! That dash is in a weird place, right? It's the wrong pause? Anyway, somehow the rules of these deadly photo predictions have changed since last book. Are the spirits getting more artistic? Or just lazier? And…
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Send us a text Can man outsmart an army of ants? Find out in this gripping audio drama, Leiningen versus The Ants from the pen of Carl Stephenson. This short story was adapted for radio and aired for the first time in 1948. and is brought to life by the voice of William Conrad. Greg and Mary discuss the superb voice acting of Conrad and co-star Lou…
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Young doctor Jesse Lazear has deadly Yellow Fever. He thrashes around and convulses in his sick bed, and his vomit is black. He is just 34 when he dies. Curiously, mosquito expert Lazear was researching the disease when he became ill. Some historians think his infection wasn't an accident, and that he was secretly experimenting on himself... Today,…
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Send us a text I have been working on one new thing this year and I'm announcing what it is in today's episode! It's something that is very personal but has been a huge goal of mine for a long time. I have talked myself out of it for years, but this year was the year I was going to make this goal reality! Please tune in to hear the big news and I c…
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This week Nu' and the crew discuss national female orgasm day and they reveal the results of the female orgasm poll, we do a recap of the Olympics, we recap business evictions in ATL, discuss astronauts stuck in space, TI & Nelly arrests, Kanye facing same life threatening issues as MJ and Prince? New music by Lotto and much more!! ★ Support this p…
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Send us a text 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 renow…
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Send us a text SEASON 5 is here! I can't believe this podcast has been alive for 4 years! Thank you to everyone that has been listening and supporting along the way! Welcome to anyone that is new and this is your first episode! I appreciate each and every one of you! Also, when this epsiode goes out, I'm out in Reno, NV Keynoting a really awesome c…
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This week you get new introduction to the podcast crew, Kickbackers and we discuss changes and bonus content that's coming. We also discuss Cardi B. announcing divorce and pregnancy, Trump speaking NABJ, Jacqui's Bday and thighs! lol Olympics including female boxer Imane Khelif, Biden's aid to Black Farmers and much more! ★ Support this podcast on …
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Send us a text 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 episo…
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Cautionary Conversation: Steve Jobs hated his phone so much that he smashed it against a wall. He also referred to mobile carriers as "orifices". Yet he went on to invent the world's most popular smartphone. Why did he change his mind? Tim Harford and organizational psychologist Adam Grant (Think Again, Hidden Potential) discuss the consequences of…
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