RAS #671 - War Of The Worlds
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This time on Ron's Amazing Stories we have something special - one of my favorite stories, H.G. Wells' 1898 novel, War of The Worlds. As a kid, I was both terrified and excited by the thought of life on Mars. We've had War Of The Worlds on the show before, but it was only 30 minutes long and failed to capture the story. So, we have the Lux Radio Theater version, which does a great job telling this fantastic tale. The sound effects alone rival those in the movie, and the acting is even a tad bit better! It was created by Lux Radio Theater and stars Dana Andrews in the role of Professor Clayton...
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Christmas Break 2024
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I am taking a break from "Ron's Amazing Stories": The Christmas season is upon us, and with it comes a time for reflection, gratitude, and, most importantly, rest. Why Take a Break? Podcasting, while incredibly rewarding, demands a significant amount of time, energy, and creativity. Constantly creating new content, engaging with listeners, and staying updated in the ever-evolving world of technology can be both exhilarating and exhausting. Taking a break allows us to recharge our creative batteries, ensuring that we return with fresh ideas and renewed enthusiasm. Moreover, the festive season...
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RAS #670 - Logger's Larceny
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On Ron's Amazing Stories! In this episode, Ron reviews Louis L'Amour's novel The High Graders. We follow this with two listener stories: Keenan's time slip tale and Raygan’s baffling story of synchronicity. Both are amazing! Our featured story comes from the OTR series Tales of the Texas Rangers. While not a western it is a crime drama about a bad man’s poor choices. All of the stories in this series are based on true Texas Ranger case files which technically makes them True Crime! So Ron gives his thoughts on True Crime and its place in our society. Featured Story - Logger’s Legacy Our...
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RAS #669 - The Man In The Moon
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On Ron’s Amazing Stories we begin with Ron’s thoughts on the relationship between science fiction and real science, highlighting the blend of plausibility and artistic license. Next we review the audiobook, Way Station by Clifford D. Simak, a classic science fiction novel about a man who encounters alien travelers. On These Are Your Stories we have two listener-submitted stories: Night Ride Through Kandal from Cambodia and The Whisper in the Orchard from the Philippines. The featured story is The Man in the Moon from the OTR series Dimension X, a suspenseful tale set in the future....
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RAS #668 - Rawhide
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On Ron’s Amazing Stories this week we open with a look at the history of Western films, from the silent era to modern times. Our featured story is Lux Radio Theater’s radio adaptation of the 1951 Western film Rawhide, starring Tyrone Power and Susan Hayward. The radio adaptation features Jeffrey Hunter and Donna Reed in the lead roles, with the supporting cast played by the actors from the Gunsmoke radio series. Our story tells the tale of Tom Owens, the clean-cut and sophisticated gentleman son of J. C. Owens of the Overland Mail Company. His father wants his son to learn the business...
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RAS #667 - The British Agent
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On this thrilling edition of Ron's Amazing Stories, we're diving deep into a tale of intrigue, espionage, and revolution, all set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history. We're heading to Russia in 1917. A time of upheaval, where the Tsar is overthrown, and the Bolsheviks seize power. It's a dangerous game of political chess, where loyalties are tested and lives hang in the balance. And in the midst of it all, we find our hero, a British agent caught in a web of deception. Our story, The British Agent, is a gripping adaptation of the 1934 classic film...
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RAS #665 - The Map Makers
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On Ron's Amazing Stories, Ron dives into a captivating Audible original story titled Isaac Steele and the Forever Man. book one of the Isaac Steele Chronicles by Daniel Rigby. Next, Ron presents two eerie tales submitted by listeners. In one, a mysterious ghost boy haunts a pool party. In the other, a headless woman taunts a ghost hunter, leaving us questioning the boundaries of reality. Our featured story takes us on a journey beyond the stars with one from the classic sci-fi OTR series X-Minus One. In this captivating tale, a starship finds itself lost in the vastness of space, adrift and...
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RAS #664 - The Devil Doctor
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On Ron’s Amazing Stories this time we explore the different "types" of monsters, suggesting that they arise from exaggerations, bad food, and fashion disasters. Then we have two listener stories that defy any kind of explanation. Marc Reese from San Antonio recalls his adventure at Phantom Lake Canal, and Mattie Pittman from Glenns Ferry tells of her encounter with Parma’s Angel. Our featured story is titled The Devil Doctor and comes from The Witch's Tale radio series. Also, we have a Johnny Is It True segment all about The DarkSide Of The Moon. We end the show with Ron reading a dark...
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RAS #663 - Valse Triste
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On this edition of Ron’s Amazing Stories Join Ron as he takes you on a journey through the strange and unusual. From classic horror tales to modern stories of the macabre this one has something for everyone who loves a good scare. Porter Hawkins from Liverpool, England tells his story about recent unusual events at his home. Sylvia Shults gives her thoughts on what it all means. This week's featured story is Valse Triste from the old-time radio series, Lights Out. It's a bizarre and controversial tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Ron also shares his thoughts on fear,...
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RAS #662 - Can AI Write A Story
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On Ron’s Amazing Stories this week we have Ghost Stories With Sylvia. Sylvia Shults and Ron are going to dive into the realm of the supernatural with a spine-tingling first-person ghost story. Join them as they venture into the haunted Wolfen Woods in Spooksville, Arizona, in search of the hidden grave. Also, on the show we have three listener submitted stories. Future Gadgets, a fictional story sent in by Abigail Ackinsen, Tricked on Halloween, a true experience from Bonnie Hernandez, and Cold Shadow from MacSweet302. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. About Sylvia Shults:...
info_outlineRon's Amazing Stories is home to a variety of thrilling and thought-provoking tales. In this episode, we have an extended segment of These Are Your Stories, where listeners share their own eerie and unexplained experiences.
First up, Belinda takes us on a tour of one of Hollywood's most famous hotels, known for its haunted history and eerie atmosphere. She recounts tales of strange noises, and ghostly encounters that have cemented the hotel's reputation as a paranormal hotspot. Next, an anonymous listener shares her chilling encounter with black eyed kids—mysterious children with large, black eyes that have been reported in various parts of the world. She describes her terrifying experience with these eerie entities, leaving listeners on the edge of their seats. Finally, Jessica takes us on a wild ride with her incredible tale that unfolded during a drama class.
Following that segment, we have a classic double feature in store. The first story, A Thing That Glistened, written by Frank R. Stockton in 1891, transports us to the early age of deep sea diving. Despite its age, the story has a timeless quality and remains captivating with its imaginative storytelling.
To conclude the show, we end with a humorous and tongue-in-cheek story called Navy Day by Harry Harrison (One of Ron's favorite authors). This lighthearted tale from 1954 offers a satirical take on the future of technology and the military, leaving listeners with a chuckle and a thought-provoking message.
Featured Story - A Thing That Glistened
Our featured story comes from a book called Eleven Possible Cases published by Cassell and Company in 1891. This is an anthology composed of eleven short stories from eleven different authors. Our story is titled A Thing That Glistened and it was written by Frank R. Stockton. It was suggested to me by Jamar Linkous from New York. He first read this story as a kid and it stuck with him. Jamar decided to track it down and found it on LibriVox.org. It is a unique story and one that doesn't really sound like something that was written in 1891.
Stories Include - The Machine Factory Murder, Hollywood Roosevelt, BEK & Halloween, Under The Desk, A Thing That Glistened, and Navy Day
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