Best Fully Threaded Podcasts (2025)

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FTR Unthreaded: Marcel Goebel 1:03:29

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Goebel Group CEO Marcel Goebel discusses his life in the fastener industry, expansion across Europe and entering the U.S. market, fastener fitness, finding the right people, and the World Rivet Congress. Run time: 01:03:29

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From Breast Cancer Survivor to Cancer-Care Yoga Therapist with Marcia Mercier 49:41

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Episode summary At 32, Marcia found a lump she assumed was “nothing.” It wasn’t. In quick succession came diagnosis (May 1998), surgery including mastectomy and reconstruction, and years of hormone therapy. The shock gave way to a long, messy recovery marked by anxiety, tears, and the fierce desire to “be there” for her two young sons. Yoga entered…

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Lachlan Cartwright Started in Tabloids. Now He’s a Must-Read Media Gossip. 46:51

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I chat with lots of media reporters. Lachlan Cartwright is a different beast: An Aussie who started out working for Rupert Murdoch’s tabloids in London and New York, and then on to the National Enquirer — yes, that National Enquirer — back when it was catching and killing stories on behalf on Donald Trump. Now Cartwright runs Breaker, a must-read N…

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Boston Blackie – Mrs. Boston Blackie (1945-06-06) 27:07

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A mysterious phone call, a frightened woman, and a shocking claim lead Boston Blackie into a case filled with misdirection and danger. When someone posing as “Mrs. Boston Blackie” sets off a chain of trouble, Blackie must uncover the impersonator’s motive before the situation turns deadly. This classic broadcast de…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Bail Bond Caper (1948-06-27) 29:35

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A routine bail bond assignment turns into a deadly trap when Sam Spade walks into a web of double-crosses, missing suspects, and dangerous payoffs. As the case spirals deeper into the shadows of San Francisco, every clue reveals another hidden motive, and every ally may be the next to betray him. This tightly writt…

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Escape – Casting the Runes (1947-11-19) 29:30

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A chilling tale of hidden curses and unseen forces, this classic adaptation of M. R. James’ “Casting the Runes” follows a researcher who discovers that a simple piece of paper can carry a death sentence. As time runs out and mysterious events close in, the truth behind the runes becomes terrifyingly clear. This epi…

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Boston Blackie – Uncle Bill Blaine’s Legacy (1945-05-16) 26:35

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A long-awaited inheritance becomes the spark for betrayal, greed, and sudden violence when Uncle Bill Blaine’s legacy is finally revealed. As tensions rise among those who stand to gain—or lose—everything, Boston Blackie is drawn into a case where every motive is shadowed by suspicion. What begins as a simple readi…

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Boston Blackie – Cover Up for Mary (1945-05-09) 26:51

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com When Mary becomes entangled in a case that could destroy her freedom, Boston Blackie steps in to shield her from a dangerous setup. What begins as a simple favor turns into a twisting investigation filled with hidden motives, unexpected suspects, and a race to uncover the truth before Mary takes the fall for a crim…

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Boston Blackie – Murder of John Walters (1945-05-02) 24:21

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A sudden killing, a missing motive, and a list of suspects all tied to one mysterious man draw Boston Blackie into a tightly wound murder case. As Blackie follows the conflicting alibis and hidden grudges surrounding John Walters’ death, he uncovers a dangerous secret that someone is willing to kill to protect. Thi…

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Boston Blackie – The Wentworth Diamonds (1945-04-25) 27:02

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A daring jewel theft plunges Boston Blackie into the glittering but treacherous world of high-society crime. When the priceless Wentworth Diamonds vanish, every suspect carries a secret and every clue deepens the mystery. Blackie must navigate deception, double-crosses, and a trail of false leads to recover the jew…

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Boston Blackie – The Missing String of Pearls (1944-08-11) 28:37

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A priceless string of pearls vanishes under impossible circumstances, leaving an elderly woman accused of a crime she swears she did not commit. When Boston Blackie steps in, he uncovers a scheme built on fear, manipulation, and deception. This episode delivers classic noir intrigue as Blackie follows a delicate tr…

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Boston Blackie – Spy Ring (1944-08-04) 29:46

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A hidden network of enemy agents pulls Boston Blackie into a dangerous game of secrets and betrayal. When Alice Manleder vanishes under suspicious circumstances, Blackie uncovers a spy ring operating in the shadows of the city, willing to eliminate anyone who gets too close. This gripping episode blends espionage, …

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Boston Blackie – The Devon Caretaker Murder (1944-07-28) 29:30

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A quiet country estate becomes the scene of a chilling crime when a longtime caretaker is found murdered under mysterious circumstances. As Boston Blackie digs into the Devon property’s tangled secrets, he uncovers hidden motives, buried grudges, and a trail that leads far beyond the peaceful grounds. This classic …

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Boston Blackie – Black Market Blackie (1944-07-21) 28:34

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A ruthless black-market racket floods the city with stolen goods, and Boston Blackie finds himself caught between desperate victims and dangerous profiteers. When a seemingly simple case exposes a larger criminal network, Blackie must work fast to break the ring before more lives are pulled into its shadow. This ep…

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Boston Blackie – “Star of the Nile” – 1944-07-14 28:23

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A priceless Egyptian gem surfaces in New York, drawing thieves, impostors, and killers into its orbit. When the Star of the Nile is stolen and a trail of deception begins to twist around every suspect, Boston Blackie steps into a case where ancient secrets collide with modern crime. Sharp noir atmosphere and fast-p…

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Boston Blackie – “The Manletter Bank Case (aka Fifty Hunter Street)” – 1944-06-30 29:29

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A daring bank robbery, a cryptic address, and a trail of suspects pull Boston Blackie into a case where nothing is as it appears. When the Manletter Bank is hit and an innocent man stands accused, Blackie races against time to uncover the truth hidden behind a single mysterious clue: Fifty Hunter Street. Sharp dial…

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Boston Blackie – “The Jonathan Diamond (aka The Rockwell Diamond)” – 1944-06-23 29:45

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A priceless jewel, a vanished courier, and a trail of deception pull Boston Blackie into one of his most dangerous cases. When the legendary Jonathan Diamond disappears, every suspect has something to hide—and Blackie must untangle a web of double-crosses before the truth slips away forever. This classic broadcast …

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Justice or Murder? The Ken Rex McElroy Story 44:53

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Welcome legends to your Research and True Crime Episode! Skidmore, Missouri is the kind of town you’d usually drive through without ever taking off your sunglasses. One main street, a couple of brick buildings, fields on every side. And in 1981, that quiet little dot on the map did something unthinkable. In broad daylight, in the middle of Main Str…

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Suspense – “Plan X” (Thriller Radio Drama, 1953) 29:22

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com “Plan X,” originally broadcast in nineteen fifty three, delivers a gripping tale of deception, tension, and psychological stakes that define the very essence of Suspense. As an intricate plot unfolds, hidden motives and calculated maneuvers push each moment toward a nerve-tightening finale. This restored episode ca…

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Escape – “Earth Abides, Part Two” (Sci-Fi Radio Drama, 1950) 29:40

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com In this powerful continuation of George R. Stewart’s celebrated post-apocalyptic novel, Escape presents Part Two of “Earth Abides,” originally broadcast on November twelve, nineteen fifty. As civilization collapses after a devastating global plague, Ish continues his journey through an abandoned America, confrontin…

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Suspense – “The Hitch-Hiker” (Thriller Radio Drama, 1942) 29:12

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A chilling tale unfolds in this nineteen forty two broadcast of Suspense, featuring one of the most haunting stories ever produced for radio. A lone traveler begins a cross-country drive, only to repeatedly encounter a mysterious hitchhiker who appears at every turn. As the tension builds and reality begins to slip…

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Suspense – “Heaven’s to Betsy” (Crime Thriller Radio, 1955) 27:37

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A tense and fast-moving tale unfolds in this nineteen fifty five broadcast of Suspense, where a simple misunderstanding spirals into a dangerous chain of events. “Heaven’s to Betsy” follows an ordinary woman who suddenly finds herself entangled in a web of fear, suspicion, and unexpected danger. Every moment builds…

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Escape – “The Time Machine” (Adventure Radio, 1950) 29:30

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com This exciting nineteen fifty broadcast of Escape presents a dramatic radio adaptation of H. G. Wells’ classic tale, The Time Machine. A lone inventor pushes the limits of human understanding as he journeys into distant futures filled with wonder, danger, and the unknown. Atmospheric sound design, tense narration, a…

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Lux Radio Theatre - "War of the Worlds” (Sci-Fi Radio Drama, 1955) 59:03

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com This rare nineteen fifty five broadcast of Lux Radio Theatre brings H. G. Wells’s legendary science fiction classic War of the Worlds to vivid life. Performed with cinematic energy and atmospheric sound design, this adaptation plunges listeners into a gripping tale of alien invasion, human desperation, and the eeri…

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"Hollywood is Truly Freaked Out." Inside the Netflix/WBD Deal with Lucas Shaw 18:45

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In 2013, Netflix wanted to become HBO. Now Netflix is going to buy HBO along with the Warner Bros. Studio, in a blockbuster $83 billion deal. Wowza. Here to talk me through this is Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw, who has been deep in the deal talks for weeks. Discussed in this one: *How did Netflix maneuver its way into a deal everyone thought Paramount wo…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The Death Bed Caper” (Detective Radio Drama) 29:31

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade becomes entangled in a tense case of double-crosses, hidden motives, and a suspicious final confession in this gripping broadcast of The Death Bed Caper. When a dying man’s last words spark a trail of danger, Spade’s trademark cool confidence and razor-sharp wit guide him through a maze of deceit. This re…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The Gold Key Caper” (Detective Radio, 1948) 31:00

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade takes on a puzzling case in this nineteen forty eight episode, The Gold Key Caper. A mysterious key, a trail of double-crosses, and a cast of suspicious characters pull Spade into a tense game of deception. With his trademark dry humor and razor-sharp instincts, Spade follows the clues through one twist a…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The One Hour Caper” (Detective Radio Drama, 1948) 31:00

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade is pulled into a frantic race against time in this nineteen forty eight broadcast, where every clue pushes him closer to danger. The One Hour Caper unfolds with sharp dialogue, twisting motives, and the signature noir atmosphere that defines Spade’s world. As the clock counts down, Sam navigates hidden ag…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The Bow Window Caper” (Detective Radio Drama) 24:35

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade returns in The Bow Window Caper, a gripping mystery filled with sharp dialogue, double-crosses, and classic noir storytelling. When a seemingly simple case involving a broken bow window spirals into a web of deceit, Sam must navigate dangerous suspects, conflicting motives, and hidden truths. This episode…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The Adam Figg Caper” (Detective Radio Drama, 1947) 31:00

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com In this nineteen forty seven broadcast, Sam Spade becomes entangled in a peculiar case involving deception, hidden motives, and a trail that leads straight into danger. When Adam Figg turns up with a desperate request, Spade’s investigation quickly spirals into a maze of suspicious characters, double-crosses, and r…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The Convertible Caper” (Detective Radio, 1947) 31:00

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com In this nineteen forty seven episode, Sam Spade takes on a case that begins with a missing convertible and quickly spirals into a chain of double-crosses, shady characters, and unexpected turns. With his trademark dry humor and razor-sharp instincts, Spade navigates a tangle of clues that leads him deeper into dang…

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Adventures of Sam Spade, The – “The Calcutta Trunk Caper” (1947-06-08) 24:39

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade becomes entangled in international intrigue in this nineteen forty seven broadcast, The Calcutta Trunk Caper. What begins as a simple delivery quickly plunges the detective into a dangerous web of hidden identities, missing cargo, and unexpected double crosses. With Sam’s trademark dry humor and sharp nar…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “The Death Dr. Denhoff Caper” (Detective Radio, 1946) 29:09

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade steps into a tangle of secrets, shifting alibis, and deadly motives in this nineteen forty six classic, The Death Dr. Denhoff Caper. What begins as a routine inquiry quickly unravels into a dangerous trail of deception, where every clue raises new questions and every answer pulls Sam deeper into trouble. …

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The Adventures of Sam Spade – “Sam and Psyche” (Detective Radio, 1946) 29:09

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Sam Spade takes on a strange and twisting case in this nineteen forty six broadcast, where a missing woman, a jealous lover, and a web of deception collide. What begins as a routine inquiry quickly unravels into a maze of conflicting stories and dangerous motives. Spade’s sharp wit, cool narration, and relentless p…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade Detective – “The Sam and Guiana Sovereign Caper” (1946) 29:29

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com In this nineteen forty six episode, Sam Spade becomes entangled in a dangerous caper involving stolen sovereigns, shadowy motives, and double-crosses at every turn. With his trademark dry humor and sharp instincts, Spade navigates a web of deceit that grows more tangled by the minute. This classic noir mystery show…

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Karma without the Hand-Waving : Philip Goldberg on “Karmic Relief 49:05

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Episode summary Author and teacher Philip Goldberg returns to unpack his new book, Karmic Relief (Monkfish). We cut through pop-karma clichés and ask the hard questions: Why do bad actors prosper? What about innocent suffering? Does “what goes around” really come around—and when? Phil offers a clear, practice-ready model grounded in Yoga and Vedānt…

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PBS Lost a Billion Dollars. Now what? With CEO Paula Kerger 40:26

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The last time I interviewed PBS CEO Paula Kerger was 2019: Donald Trump was President, and Republicans were trying to defund public media — as they had been trying to do for decades. That didn’t happen then, but this year it did, and now Kerger is trying to fill a $1 billion funding hole. So far, she says, PBS and its member stations have held up o…

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Space Patrol – “The City of the Sun” (Science Fiction Radio Adventure, 1952) 28:05

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A strange energy disturbance draws Commander Buzz Corey and Cadet Happy to a hidden outpost known only as the City of the Sun, a mysterious stronghold powered by forces no one can fully explain. Inside its blazing walls, a new threat emerges—one that challenges the limits of Space Patrol technology and pits the cre…

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Space Patrol – “The Hole in Empty Space” (Science Fiction Radio Drama, 1952) 28:50

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A mysterious void appears deep in uncharted space, swallowing everything that drifts near its silent edge. Commander Buzz Corry and Cadet Happy set out to investigate, only to face a phenomenon that defies physics, threatens entire star systems, and challenges the very limits of human understanding. This thrilling …

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Exploring Tomorrow – “The Convict” (Science Fiction Radio Drama, 1957) 17:54

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A lone prisoner is sent across the stars with a mission he cannot refuse and a fate he cannot escape. As the boundaries between justice, punishment, and survival blur, this tense science fiction tale explores the darker side of space exploration and the cost of human decisions when the future of a distant world han…

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Exploring Tomorrow – “The Stowaway” also known as “The Cold Equations” (Science Fiction Radio Drama, 1958) 17:42

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A routine emergency mission becomes a heartbreaking test of duty when a pilot discovers a hidden stowaway aboard his spacecraft. With limited fuel and unforgiving physical laws, he faces an impossible choice between compassion and survival. This powerful adaptation of “The Cold Equations” remains one of the most ha…

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Dimension X – “Destination Moon” (Science Fiction Radio Drama, 1950) 28:24

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A daring mission to the lunar surface becomes a race against time as engineers and astronauts confront sabotage, political pressure, and the harsh unknowns of space. Adapted from the story by Robert Heinlein, this groundbreaking broadcast captures the tension, danger, and visionary imagination of early rocket-age s…

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Escape – “The Young Man with the Cream Tarts” (Adventure Radio Drama, 1947) 29:30

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A mysterious invitation pulls an unsuspecting young man into a dangerous game involving secret orders, coded messages, and a ruthless underground organization. This thrilling adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story delivers intrigue, suspense, and the gripping sense of peril that defined Escape as one …

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Escape – “Evening Primrose” (Drama Radio Adaptation, 1947) 29:30

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https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A poet seeking refuge from the world hides inside a department store, only to discover a secret society living among the mannequins after dark. This haunting adaptation of John Collier’s famous tale, starring Elliott Lewis, blends surreal atmosphere with eerie tension, creating one of the most memorable episodes in…

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Driving Our Best Lives and Balancing ‘We and Me' 37:43

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It’s always good to use reflection and introspection to help drive our best lives to the destination of our dreams, taking good care of our real, truest, and best self along the way. Let’s talk about it! Please join us at Apple, Spotify, and picturesoutthere.com

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🔮Inner Sanctum — The Death of Mr Putnam🔮 37:35

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🪞 Patreon-Exclusive Episode Post Greetings, my dearest creeps, connoisseurs of atmosphere, and candle-lit listeners — it’s your friendly neighbourhood Tale Teller stepping softly through a creaking doorway tonight…because this episode...well... This one comes straight from the dusty, shadowy vaults of old-time radio royalty. We are diving into one …

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Rewiring Pain: Yoga Therapy, Interoception, and the Brain with Danielle De Pillis 58:11

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Guest: Danielle De Pillis, MS Neuroscience, C-IAYT (12 Petals Wellness) Danielle De Pillis joins Amy from South Minneapolis for a clear-eyed conversation about chronic pain, interoception, and why “sending someone to yoga class” is not the same as yoga therapy. Danielle traces her arc from high-pressure ad agency life into a years-long recovery tha…

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What Happens To Media When The Web Goes Away, with Tony Haile 39:09

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We built the modern media business for the web — for people who visited websites, read articles, and saw ads. What happens when no one does that anymore? That’s been one of the big themes of conversations we’ve been having on Channels with this year — with people who run big and small media properties, and with people who are trying to build media …