Best Radio Bohemia Podcasts (2024)

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The Screaming Woman 35:58

2h ago35:58

35:58

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 masterful performa…

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Comedy-Drama on 4: BBC Radio Collection

2d ago

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A collection of full-cast BBC Radio comedy dramas. All My Life I've Wanted to Be Someone - Now Who Was It? A group of scatty 20-something friends share a flat in London. Juby thinks the man from the lido might be the one, Beena will stop at nothing to advance her career and Ruth wants to take thin.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This …

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The Flesh Peddler 29:15

9d ago29:15

29:15

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 Flesh Peddler h…

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Diary of a Madman 58:49

13d ago58:49

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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, capturing Maupassant…

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Nightfall 29:06

20d ago29:06

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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 Fiction Writer…

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Protesting Too Much: BBC Radio Comedy

1M ago

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Set on the eve of the 1997 general election, bumbling Conservative MP George Dank climbs a tree in protest at the building of a new bypass through his constituency. The protest soon draws all the wrong kind of attention as smears hit the newspaper, orchestrated by the villainous Robbins.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This item has fi…

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Leiningen versus the Ants 31:43

1M ago31:43

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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 Merrill, the s…

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Sherlock Holmes A Scandal In Bohemia 1943 08 14 16: 44

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Streamable/Downloadable CD Quality Version 192KHZ version here:https://archive.org/details/sherlock-holmes-a-scandal-in-bohemia-1943-08-14 Denon DRW-650 Cassette Deck>Focusrite 8i6 @192KHZ>Logic Pro X Need Professional Analog To Digital Transfers, Voice Over Recording, Audio/Video Editing, Res.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This item…

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The Lives of Harry Lime - Man of Mystery 29:06

1M ago29:06

29:06

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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His Master's Voice: BBC Radio Comedy Drama

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Media mogul Lord Malan is the billionaire owner of The Blue Touch Paper, an old-fashioned, hard-right weekly magazine with traditional Conservative values. But the paper is so true blue, it’s losing its touch.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Columbia Peaks, Item Tile, JPEG…

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The Hands of Mr Ottermole 30:23

1M ago30:23

30:23

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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The Dead Hand 35:29

2M ago35:29

35:29

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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We’re in Business: A BBC Radio Comedy Series

2M ago

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Eight episodes from the vintage radio comedy starring Peter Jones and Harry Worth. First broadcast on the BBC Home Service, We’re in Business ran for two series between 1959 and 1960. It starred Peter Jones as dodgy small-time businessman Dudley Grosvenor, who’s always looking to make a fast buc.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This it…

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A Scandal in Bohemia 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

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 31:11

2M ago31:11

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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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King of Bath: A BBC Radio Comedy Series

2M ago

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The adventures and misadventures of 18th-century dandy Richard ‘Beau’ Nash In the fashionable spa town of Bath, one man is the arbiter of taste and the epitome of elegance: the self-proclaimed ‘King of Bath’, Beau Nash.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Item Tile, JPEG, JPEG…

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The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - 52 Episodes of the Old Time Radio Show (1939-1946)

2M ago

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This upload contains 52 episodes of the Old Time Radio program, The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. The show, which aired from 1939-1946, starred the great Basil Rathbone as Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Dr.... This item belongs to: audio/oldtimeradio. This item has files of the following types: Archive BitTorrent, Item Tile, Metadata, PNG, Spectrog…

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The Bluebeard Caper with Sam Spade 29:18

4M ago29:18

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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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The Donna Dunham Case 32:06

4M ago32:06

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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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The Fall of The House of Usher 57:13

5M ago57:13

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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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The Murders At The Rue Morgue 42:40

5M 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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The War of the Worlds 59:32

6M 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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A Horror Story 51:52

6M ago51:52

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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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The Day The Earth Stood Still 58:54

6M ago58:54

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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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The Thirteenth Sound 31:01

7M ago31:01

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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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Zero Hour 22:26

7M ago22:26

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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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The Postman Always Rings Twice 40:44

7M ago40:44

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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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Sam Spade - The Hot 100 Grand Caper 37:15

7M ago37:15

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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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The Whole Town's Sleeping 33:37

8M 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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The Maltese Falcon 39:18

8M 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

8M 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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The Landlady 26:35

8M 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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Bottom of the World 57:39

8M ago57:39

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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 25:21

9M 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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The Cask of Amontillado 55:57

9M 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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The Haunted Mill 59:37

9M ago59:37

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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 20:00

9M 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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The House in Cypress Canyon 39:23

10M 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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Sorry Wrong Number 57:14

10M 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 Hitchhiker 27:31

10M 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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Donovan's Brain 59:15

10M 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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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Final Problem 26:45

1+ y ago26:45

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Sherlock Holmes is locked in duel with the greatest criminal mastermind of his time-- Professor Moriarty. Holmes has nearly everything he needs to bring Moriarty's criminal empire to its knees... But the professor is not willing to go down without a fight. Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Adapted by Gabrielle Freitas Directed by Abby Emmons Audio …

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Copper Beeches 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

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When a young woman takes a position as a governess, she soon realizes that everything is not as it seems. Will Sherlock Holmes be able to help her solve the puzzle of what is really happening at the Copper Beeches? Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Adapted by Gabrielle Freitas Directed by Abby Emmons Audio Editing by Gabrielle Freitas Cast: Dr. Wat…

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Bohemia 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

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When a masked man comes to the renowned detective Sherlock Holmes for help, Sherlock finds himself in a battle of wits with a most unusual woman. Will Sherlock be able to best her? Or will she succeed in altering the course of history? Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Adapted by Gabrielle Freitas Directed by Abby Emmons Audio Editing by Gabrielle …

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2021 Christmas Story Series - Little Women Chapter 2 23:13

2+ y ago23:13

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An excerpt from Louisa May Alcott's book Little Women. Chapter 2 covers the March family's eventful Christmas in the early 1860s. Presented by Redhawk Radio Theater. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redhawk-radio-theater/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redhawk-radio-theater/su…

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2021 Christmas Story Series - The Gift of the Magi 13:44

2+ y ago13:44

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The Gift of the Magi, by O. Henry, read by Redhawk Radio Theater. Follow Della in her quest to find her husband, Jim, the perfect Christmas present. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redhawk-radio-theater/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redhawk-radio-theater/support…

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Infinitum - Part 3 43:02

3y ago43:02

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Jade Lux has been found out as a fraud, and must fight to keep his place in Infinitum as the organization crumbles around him. Meanwhile, the Court Oracle and the Red Mask near the completion of their endgame, in opposition to Firestryke's aims. With everything on the line, who will come out on top? Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/redhawkr…

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Infinitum - Part 2 34:50

3+ y ago34:50

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Jade Lux has found himself trying to make his way in the missions of Infinitum - struggling to survive the dangers both from Infinitum's enemies and the enemies within. The killer Crosslance, meanwhile, aims to bring Infinitum to its knees, while harboring terrible secrets. Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/redhawkradiotheater Help others fi…

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Infinitum - Part 1 35:47

3+ y ago35:47

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An organization named "Infinitum." A library of secrets within the mind of each person who works there. Jade Lux, a con man with a gift, has found himself in the midst of an ongoing struggle between other people who seem to have the same gift. They've been keeping an eye on him because of what seems to be a special ability, which they call the Sigh…

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WOW- A New Day 29:13

3+ y ago29:13

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With the fate of humanity on the line, the group hatches a plan to take back their planet. But its new inhabitants won't go down without a fight. Cast: Gabrielle Freitas as Melinda Andino Maggie MacArthur as Shanelle Bakowski Ana Wisa as Kiki Evans Charlie Labitska as Dusk Garcia Jonathan Reynolds as Calvin Lee Satyajit Sarkar as Glenn Clayton Hest…

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