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Slumberland

Slumberland Productions

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This audio drama invites your ears to visit Slumberland, a small island town in the US. Come along with Thomas Edward M, the freelance soundman. He's been hired to meet the locals and record their oral histories for the town's time capsule. The unfolding history of the town mixes folklore, paranormal, mystery and humor.
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Jar of Rebuke

Casper Oliver, Thesperience Productions

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Follow Dr. Jared Hel's journey as he works to re-discover his forgotten past and finds his place within the small Indiana farm town of Wichton and the cryptozoological organization he works for called 'The Enclosure'. These audio journals, and other recordings, dive deep into Midwestern US cryptids and folklore while also telling a mystery about identity, queerness, neurodivergence, and community.
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Do you want to hear a story? It's the story of an 11-year-old girl who uses a magic crystal to summon the legendary Mayan gods. But her plan backfires, and instead she awakens an ancient evil! With the help of her sister and a 20-foot talking snake, she’ll go on a thrilling journey to save her village and discover her true destiny. For more great shows, visit GZMShows.com.
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The Bridge

The Bridge Podcast

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It's an alternate 2016, and Watchtower 10 sits in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, keeping lonely watch over the Transcontinental Bridge. Each watchtower sits hundreds of feet away from the Bridge, broadcasting regular traffic reports to ensure that proper safety precautions are taken. These lighthouses (for cars) are filled with a carefully selected (and very capable) crew. Watchtower 10's necessary personnel happen to be: a generalist DJ who spends her free time relaying folklore from aba ...
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Sci-Fi Skeptic VS Horror Girl

Sci-Fi Skeptic and Horror Girl

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Dive into the mysteries of the paranormal with The Sci-Fi Skeptic VS Horror Girl! Every episode is a thrilling clash of perspectives as they challenge each other with spine-tingling tales of high strangeness and the unexplained. From eerie encounters to wild what-ifs, they bring their own unique insights and fiery debates to the mic. Who will win the battle of belief vs. doubt? Tune in to find out! Get involved in our community! Join us on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile. ...
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A Scary Home Companion

Nathaniel Hensley

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Drinking whiskey in the kitchen and telling scary stories around the fire. Music and mayhem, fearful fiction and furious fact, tall tales and terrible truths. A Scary Home Companion is a sinister variety show, featuring original stories and original music
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The Witching Hour

The Witching Hour Broadcast

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Welcome to the Witching Hour, a midnight broadcast from deep in the swamp on the outskirts of town. The town: Howler's Holler. The location: worrisomely close to a haunted, radioactive mine shaft. The news: unsettling beyond your comprehension.
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Welcome to Crimson Chunks—a horror podcast serving bite-sized nightmares. Each episode dives into eerie tales, chilling whispers, and dreadful truths. If you crave the fear that lurks in the dark, lean in… the terror’s just begun.
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“Recent events have made me realise that perhaps my own memories are not as reliable as I once thought..." William Moore is a sceptic. He works at a quiet bookshop in North London, shelves odd little fairytales, and rolls his eyes at anything resembling the supernatural. But when something awful happens to someone he loves, William is forced to reckon with the idea that nursery rhymes, old gods, and forgotten superstitions might not be stories after all. The Grimoire Diaries is a 10-part aud ...
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Spirit Box Radio

Hanging Sloth

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A fortnightly horror audio drama. Spirit Box Radio is a cosy horror fiction podcast about a radio show for enthusiasts of all things arcane. The show has recently been taken over by Sam Enfield, a former postboy with no experience in the arcane arts, following the disappearance of the previous host. Sam soon discovers there are more than ghosts haunting the show, and finds himself amidst a mystery which threatens everything he knows about the world beyond his tiny basement broadcast studio, ...
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Force Material: A Star Wars Podcast

Force Material: A Star Wars Podcast

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A deep dive into the secrets and source material of Star Wars with hosts Rohan Williams and Baz McAlister. Discover the influences and inspirations behind the Star Wars saga, from films and folklore to history, politics and geography. These are the stories behind the prequels, the sequels, and everything in between!
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TailorSun Tales

Eric Tailorsun

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TailorSun Tales: Sparkborn Stories from the Tuned Place Fiction can be fun. Sometimes, it can be transformational. Welcome to TailorSun Tales — a mythic audio series crafted for those who still carry the spark. Each episode explores the living legacy of Gualah — a land lost to fear, but remembered in blood. Through ancestral sound design, sacred storytelling, and original music, we follow the Sparkborn — modern-day descendants of the Twelve Great Families, each keeper of a Song of Understand ...
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The Department Of Midnight

The Bellport Theater On The Air

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Award-winning writer, Warren Ellis, blends folklore, horror and mystery in this dramatic science fiction series. Dark matter makes up 85% of the universe. Recent scientific theory suggests that dark matter is information - a fifth form of matter - and that we can wake it up. But waking it up can let dark things out. James Callis is Dr. John Carnack. Five years ago, his experiment with dark matter went horribly wrong. Now he works for the Department of Midnight, investigating dangerous dark m ...
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Boo Review

Brandon Smith

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Join me as we talk cryptids, folklore, alien encounters, creepy pasta & at the end we will review a TV/Movie that the listeners can vote on. Enjoy humor tied with creepy only in Boo Review.
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Mythic

Boston Blake

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A mythological lens can reveal layers of meaning that usually remain obscured or hidden. In the Mythic podcast, host Boston Blake explores archetypal themes in ancient legends and modern media, myth and folklore superheroes sci-fi pop culture history current events your personal issues Nothing is off-limits! The Mythic perspective may forever change the way you think about your favorite stories--and yourself. Caution: Listening to this podcast may contribute to increased synchronicity.
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Coffee & Cryptids

Ella Abbott

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Join Cait & Ella as they work their way through the cryptids, legends & folklore in all 50 states, looking for the most interesting, startling or downright hilarious creepy crawlies they can find — and drink coffee. Like, a lot of coffee. So much coffee...
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Horrors O' Plenty

Jordan Kilgore and Phil Caldwell

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Each episode will cover one of our off the wall 5-6 segment ideas. Each covering different questions of the unknown such as: Who would win a fight between a serial killer or a movie monster? Which technology will get us closer to doomsday? Comparing and dissecting the original children's folklore and more.
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The Spinning Master is an adventure story about a woman who travels to another world to find her missing brother. Written like literature, researched like history, and steeped in Irish mythology, this is sci-fi without spaceships; fantasy without magic; and a love story that transcends species and gender. Expect aliens, autism, and video games. The Spinning Master is set in Ireland, in a dystopian and not-too-distant future. Ronan Lawless has vanished leaving his sister, Liath, deep in debt. ...
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Supernatural Park

Park Ranger Amy

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Welcome to Supernatural Park! Here you'll find all sorts creatures from myth, legend, and folklore. If it's the popular bigfoot you're interested in, or the lesser known Florida Skunk Ape, or if the cute little carbuncle is what you're after, I promise you're sure to find them here. But while we're searching together please stick to the trail and don't feed the wildlife.
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The Ballyraven Cryptid Wildlife Protection Agency is an organization dedicated to studying cryptids, paranormal and supernatural organisms, strange phenomena, history - and nature in general! From folklore, scary stories, and sighting reports, to interviews, scientific studies, field trips, and more–the BCWPA explores the myths and real lives of our world’s rarest creatures, visitors, places, and happenings. DISCLOSED CASES: From the BCWPA's archives, discover real stories submitted from rea ...
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Destination Fandom

Erin Erdos and Ashley D'Aristotile

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Embark on a nerdy adventure with Destination Fandom Podcast! Hosted by travel professionals and best friends Ashley D'Aristotile and Erin Erdos, this show uncovers how to explore the world through the lens of your favorite fandoms. From conventions and themed cafes to iconic filming locations and immersive experiences, each episode is your ticket to a new realm where geeky passions meet the thrill of travel. Join Ashley and Erin as they blend their love for fandoms and wanderlust, guiding yo ...
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Lore of the Land

Lore of the Land

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Welcome to Lore of the Land: Tales of Weird Britain, the podcast equivalent of a cabinet of curiosities. Your hosts Stacia and Siofra share carefully curated tales of folklore, the paranormal, traditions and superstitions from across the UK for your delectation.
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Season 1 was a blast but now we are back for an all new season with even more weird, strange, and unusual encounters and experiences! A new and exciting podcast about the paranormal, extraterrestrials, Bigfoot, Folklore, and so much more! Spawned from the mind of a Truck Driver/Ghost Hunter. Come take a walk with me as we explore facts, findings, experiences, and encounters of all things paranormal and unknown in the world!
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Step into the world of Hilakbot, one of the Philippines’ top horror podcasts featuring true and fictional paranormal stories. From aswang to haunted houses, this show taps into the rich folklore and fear that Filipinos love. With immersive narration and eerie sound design, it's the perfect Pinoy horror podcast for late-night listening — just don’t listen alone. Thanks for tuning in! You can help support our podcast by doing the following: TAP the FOLLOW button and NOTIFICATION BELL here on S ...
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SciFiPulse Radio brings you all the latest news and interviews from the world of comic, television, film and web series See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Sentinel Creatives brings you weekly audio books, radio plays, and related content! Sentinel Creatives is a South African indie press, production house, and distributor of superb works of fiction and near-fiction in a variety of formats. Consider supporting our work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sentinelcreatives
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Hey folks, it’s Eira! I have another audio drama to introduce you to today. Windfall is a dystopian sci-fi/fantasy show which tells an epic story through the lens of everyday people. A huge array of characters open up a diverse and fascinating world, balancing big ideas and exciting action with small, intimate moments that make this story really hi…
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Send us a text Something we've never done on the show before -- take a closer look at some of the best horror stories available to watch at home. I love horror movies, always have, and that love spawned A Scary Home Companion. So here are a list of amazing recommendations that any fan of this show will love. After this, I encourage you to listen to…
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Journey back to 1903 to the small town of Van Meter, Iowa, where terrified townsfolk reported sightings of a bizarre, winged creature with a horn that emitted beams of light. Known today as the Van Meter Visitor, this mysterious cryptid was said to emerge from an abandoned mine, deflect bullets, and vanish into the darkness. Join us by the campfire…
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With Harriet’s life hanging by a thread, William follows one last lead to the haunted village of Pluckley. But the quiet countryside holds older, darker secrets than he expected—and the truth buried there may come too late to save her. Cast: William Moore — William Moore The Girl — Anna Stallibrass Credits & Info: Written by Alex Edwards & William …
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Hey, it’s Eira! Today I’d like to introduce you to a fabulous show, the Holmwood Foundation. It’s a modern sequel to the classic Victorian gothic vampire novel, Dracula. The story follows co-workers Maddie and Jeremy who become possessed by the ghosts of Mina and Jonathan Harker. Beginning at the Holmwood Foundation, an organisation which has been …
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With time slipping away, William returns to work - only to find strange riddles, forgotten rhymes, and the reappearance of a familiar face pushing him towards a new lead. But as Harriet’s condition worsens, the path ahead darkens. And the clock is ticking. Cast: William Moore — William Moore Jez — Alex Edwards Nancy — Clare McKean Rose Herring — Me…
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Send us a text Junior Washington is on the verge of death, and wandering through a part of rural Kentucky that verges on Purgatory. Meanwhile, an accursed box car is spreading evil through the South. The forces of evil are amassing, and the forces of good are at loose ends. After this, I encourage you to listen to Thicker Than Water, a new audio no…
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Desperate for answers, William turns to an unlikely source: a convicted murderer. But the interview unearths more than he bargained for - it reveals a horrifying glimpse into the mind of something far older, and far less human, than anyone suspected. Cast: William Moore — William Moore Terry McCourt — Emily Carding Credits & Info: Written by Alex E…
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Send us a text Music, mayhem, and wall to wall monsters that will make your skin crawl. The strike team hits a long abandoned science facility, and find that the local wildlife have evolved in repulsive and deadly ways. Where else can you find a horrifying mutant deer battling an insane Juggalo? No where but ASHC! The direct sequel to Death Finds a…
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A hotel stay turns sinister when an emergency alert traps William amidst a wedding party on the brink. But as tensions rise and tempers flare, something darker begins to stir—and not everyone will make it out. Cast: William Moore — William Moore Bartender — Emily Bates Father of the Groom — Sam Roberts Hotel Manager — Bethany Clark Police Officer —…
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Still in Greenland, Thomas Edward M spends a sleepless night cursing the noisy icebergs near his home. Relaxing Blue Dot Sessions music makes Thomas's mind wander. He reflects on his recent dreams, investigates the Atlas Absurda podcast, and shares what he knows about the mysterious graffiti artist known as Digby. More about Slumberland at this lin…
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In this chilling episode of Crimson Chunks, we plunge into the eerie legend of the Mothman—a red-eyed, winged creature said to haunt the skies over Point Pleasant, West Virginia. From the first terrifying sightings in 1966 to the catastrophic collapse of the Silver Bridge in 1967, we explore how myth, tragedy, and paranoia birthed one of America's …
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Step into the shadows with Crimson Chunks as we unravel the chilling Japanese horror legend of Kuchisake-Onna, the Mouth-Torn Woman. A masked figure asks, ‘Am I pretty?’—but every answer could be your last. Explore the origins of this haunting urban legend, rooted in Japanese folklore, and discover why her slashed smile terrifies to this day. Perfe…
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Cross the haunted bridge with Crimson Chunks as we dive into the eerie urban legend of the Bunny Man, Virginia’s Hollow-Eyed Hare. A figure in a rabbit suit stalks the woods, blending folklore, fear, and supernatural mystery. Uncover the chilling history behind this 1970s legend and its ties to a real Virginia bridge. Ideal for horror podcast liste…
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Join around the campfire for another round of chilling listener tales. This episode features eerie encounters in haunted houses, ghostly encounters in old hotels, mysterious glowing spheres in the night sky, and unsettling experiences in creepy towns far off the beaten path. Grab a blanket, light a lantern, and prepare to get spooked—these true sto…
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Venture into Madagascar’s jungle with Crimson Chunks to explore the horrifying folklore of the Man-Eating Tree. This sinister plant doesn’t just grow—it feeds. Delve into colonial accounts, local legends, and the terrifying possibilities of this carnivorous myth. A must-listen for horror podcast fans and folklore lovers. Join us for this gripping e…
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A journey north in search of answers leads William to a derelict bingo hall steeped in eerie rumours. But the strange game inside is more than just chance—and the stakes are far higher than he ever imagined. Cast: William Moore — William Moore Vicar — Peter McKenzie-Brown Bingo Caller — Rob Ireland Woman in Green — Amanda Dryden Walker Her Mother —…
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In this chilling episode of Sci‑Fi Skeptic VS Horror Girl, our hosts plunge into the eerie legend of Spring‑heeled Jack—the sinister specter who haunted Victorian London’s fog‑shrouded streets in the 1830s and beyond. They retrace the spine‑tingling tales of terror: a pale, cloaked figure with blazing red eyes and clawed hands that reportedly attac…
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In this unnerving episode of Sci‑Fi Skeptic VS Horror Girl, our hosts confront the terrifying legend of the Bell Witch, one of America’s most infamous hauntings. From 1817 to 1821, the Bell family of Adams, Tennessee, endured a relentless supernatural assault—walls thumped in the night, bedsheets were yanked off sleeping children, whispers echoed t…
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Send us a text The strike team starts with a haunted prison, before moving to the killing floor of the Hand Collector. That all pales in comparison to Brisco, Kansas, the heart of America, and the heart of monster country. The team encounters profane creatures that will change them forever. The direct sequel to Death Finds a Way, and The War on Ter…
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William Moore is a man of reason—bookish, sceptical, and firmly grounded in the real world. But when a quiet evening with an old friend takes a disturbing turn, he’s forced to confront a mystery that defies explanation. Cast: William Moore — William Moore Harriet — Madeleine Wilshire Nancy — Clare McKean Jez — Alex Edwards Rose Herring — Melanie Si…
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Thomas Edward M the freelance soundman disappeared from Slumberland Island. His current whereabouts are now revealed, and Oblivia Newton-Baum has come to visit. More about Slumberland at this link. The tracks Burned From Above, Grease Cannon, Ile on Grentham and Sienna's Regression by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Additional music by Alex P…
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Hey folks! Show creator Eira here to introduce you to another show! Forgive Me! This show tells the funny, heartfelt and deeply human story of Father Ben, a try-hard young Catholic priest recently assigned to a new parish. Each episode follows Ben into the confessional with another eccentric parishioner exploring the intertwined lives of his new co…
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Send us a text The secret FBI task forced called the Untouchables are on the tail of a brutal serial killer riding the rails, and leaving mangled bodies. The closer they get, the closer to hell and damnation they become. WARNING: this one gets intense. Written by Brett Jarboe After this, I encourage you to listen to Thicker Than Water, a new audio …
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Send us a text 🎙️ Episode 6: The Door That Shouldn’t Exist House of Adaptation – Song of Shifting 📍Set in Tallahassee, FL | Character: Avery Reed Description for Buzzsprout: A USPS mail carrier stumbles on a door that wasn’t there the day before — and what he finds inside fractures time and unlocks a hidden frequency. In this electrifying episode, …
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Send us a text 🎙️ Episode 5: The Reluctant Threadkeeper House of Balance – Song of Harmonizing 📍Set in Charleston, SC | Character: Marion “Rio” Glover Description: When a quiet sound tech named Rio collapses by the seawall in Charleston, a forgotten rhythm stirs in his chest — and the Song of Harmonizing returns. In this episode, we awaken the Hous…
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Send us a text 🎙️ Episode 4: The Skin Remembered TailorSun Tales | Song of Shielding | 1959 Arkansas In the cotton fields of 1959 Arkansas, where silence was survival and strength was worn too early, a young girl named Delorah Mae discovers something older than fear, and stronger than pain. This episode brings the House of Protection to life throug…
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Send us a text The decades- long rivalry between the FBI and Deep Red Ops hits a boiling point, over the case a hobo serial killer leaving a path of carnage through the rail yards. DRO Special Agent Donna Latour has everything under control... except for the wildcard called the Untouchables Written by Brett Jarboe After this, I encourage you to lis…
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Send us a text TailorSun Tales | A Sonic Reflection from the Woven Flame What if your entire life’s calling was a single note — not a symphony? In this extended reflection, we dismantle the modern myth of “doing it all” and explore what it means to move in alignment instead of overwhelm. Through stories of forgotten gifts, ancestral pressure, and h…
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Send us a text Archivist and field reporter Mary Anne Simpson sheds light on the secret war waged by J Edgar Hoover, the FBI, and "The Untouchables" against the American Hobo. She also unearths a prison interview from the early 80 about black blotter acid, and the notorious Kansas City Throw Rug incident. Written by Brett Jarboe Starring Jamie Lee …
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