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...in every episode, a character dies! And...gets better. Listen along as we travel down the wormhole of countless deaths and resurrections spread out across comic book history! Cover art includes art from Phoenix Resurrection Return Jean Grey #1 by Arthur Adams, Superman #75 by Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding, Batman #681 by Tony S. Daniel, Sandu Florea, and Guy Major, House of M by Olivier Coipel, Tim Townsend, and Frank D'Armata.
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The unseen creature whose ravenous fangs dog your every step as your footfalls echo down the midnight alleyway. — A long, icy shadow looming over you, making the hairs on your neck rise and your breath turn to ragged puffs of mist. — Unearthly howls that pierce the night, pulling you from the comfort of sleep with feverish, heart-pounding dread. — Welcome to Tales to Terrify, a weekly horror fiction podcast that gets under your skin, lays eggs and hatches writhing baby horrors nursed on your ...
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Are you easily confused by terms like cultural appropriation, cisgender, toxic masculinity, twunk, queer, black girl magic, and woke? Or maybe you’re tired of explaining terms like these and you need a community that gets you! Welcome to Minority Korner, where we take an introspective look at the world. through an intersectional lens. Join James: a queer, political, comedian, self proclaimed, sexy blerd (that’s Black Nerd) and each week he's joined in the Korner by another fabulous minority ...
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His name has become a metaphor for one who will never grow old. Peter Pan by JM Barrie is the story of a boy who remains a boy while the world around him changes. Sir James Mathew Barrie was a Scottish playwright and novelist whose works were received with great critical and commercial success in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. He discovered the main inspiration for his creative genius in his friendship (and later guardianship) with the children of Arthur and Sylvia Llewelly ...
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Welcome to episode 593. We have one tale for you this week, about an ageing paranormal investigator and her grandson who do battle against a surprisingly dangerous (and tempting) house. COMING UP Good Evening: Narrators Needed: 00:01:06 Liam Hogan’s The Franklin Clearance as read by Josie Babin: 00:04:42 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Sprea…
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Welcome to episode 592. We have one tale for you about a woman who visits her foster brother after he experiences a psychotic episode at a derelict abbey. COMING UP Good Evening: StokerCon, Dark Bridges Film Festival, Thank-yous: 00:01:06 Emily Ruth Verona’s The Abbey as read by Heather Thomas: 00:05:13 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread…
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Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And...gets better. In the Season 2 Finale we cover a character who heroically sacrificed himself in a comic 50 years ago, but is back in 2023. The comics: Silver Surfer 5 (1969), and Silver Surfer Ghost Light 2 (2023). Episode art from Silver Surfer 5 by John Buscema & Sal Buscema, and fr…
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Welcome to episode 591. This week we have the winners of our Changing Seasons Flash Fiction Contest – four tales of harsh weather and horrible humans. COMING UP Good Evening: Flash Contest Recap: 00:01:06 Runner-Up: Frank Oreto’s Dandelion Spring as read by Emily Strand: 00:03:49 Runner-Up: Mia Dalia’s Dig as read by Drew Sebesteny: 00:13:31 Runner…
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Welcome to episode 590. We have one tale for you this week, about a desperate businessman who seeks salvation in the flame of an ensorcelled candle. COMING UP Good Evening: Trigger Warnings & Thank-yous: 00:01:06 Joseph Cusumano’s Better to Curse the Darkness Than Light a Candle as read by Dan Gurzynski: 00:06:12 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patre…
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Welcome to episode 589. We have one tale for you this evening. A young girl gains a new understanding of her father when she discovers a giant monster corpse on her front lawn. COMING UP Good Evening: Spring Getaway: 00:01:06 Patrick Barb’s My Dad the Monster King as read by Nicole Swanson: 00:05:43 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread the…
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Welcome to episode 588. We have one tale for you this week, about a restless homebody who stumbles across the perfect storybook house. But are the promises within too sweet to be true? COMING UP Good Evening: Submissions Open: 00:01:06 Gordon B. White’s The Lure of the Lollipop Tree as read by Stephen Kilpatrick: 00:05:53 PERTINENT LINKS Support us…
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Welcome to episode 587. We have one extra-long tale this evening, about a group of WWI soldiers who find themselves in a small French town plagued by enemies unlike anything they'd grown used to. COMING UP Good Evening: Scream VI Contest, Submissions: 00:01:06 Donald Mead’s The Harlem Hell Fighters as read by Torian Brackett: 00:04:45 PERTINENT LIN…
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Welcome to episode 586. We have three tales for you this week. First, when Apollo 11 lands on the moon, it’s not only those on Earth that watch with keen interest. Then, a woman exorcises her hatred for the rose garden her husband planted for her. Finally, a malicious app finds its way onto a man’s phone with dire consequences. COMING UP Good Eveni…
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Welcome to episode 585. We have one tale for you this week about four friends on a hunting trip to a remote cabin in the woods that soon find themselves to be the prey. COMING UP Good Evening: Upcoming Giveaway: 00:01:06 Tyler Jones’ Who Built the Moon? as read by Rish Outfield: 00:04:37 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread the darkness. S…
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Welcome to episode 584. We have two tales for you this week. First, a man moves into a new community only to discover his neighbour is Dracula. But is the legendary vampire really as bad as his reputation? Then, a woman in 1920s Appalachia cares for her newborn while her husband works, but she soon discovers strange growths appearing around the hou…
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Welcome to our final episode of Women in Horror Month. First, we meet Nichelle Giraldes and her upcoming novel, “No Child of Mine.” Then, we have three tales. A woman’s anxiety manifests in an unnerving way. A man seeks to justify the murder of his wife’s lover. And a man who learns that, in his small town, blood means everything. COMING UP Good Ev…
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Featuring the Gotham Outsiders: A Batman Bookclub. Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And...gets better. How does a character hated by a large part of the fandom in the 80s resurrect into a beloved character in the new millennium? Join us and find out! The comics: Batman 408 (the one where Jason steals tires from the Batmo…
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Welcome to week three of Women in Horror Month. This week we’re introduced to Amy Goldsmith and her upcoming novel, Those We Drown. Then, a woman grapples with anger and guilt after the suicide of her toxic ex. COMING UP Good Evening: Flash Contest: 00:01:06 Women in Horror Month – Amy Goldsmith: 00:03:00 [Trigger] Evelyn Freeling’s Together Foreve…
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Welcome to week three of Women in Horror Month. First, introducing author Ai Jiang’s debut novel. Then, two tales. A lonely house welcomes those seeking answers within its walls. And a prisoner with no memory gets a chance at freedom. COMING UP Good Evening: Flash Contest: 00:01:06 Women in Horror Month – Ai Jiang: 00:02:24 Wendy Nikel’s The Moody …
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Welcome to week 2 of Women in Horror Month. This week, Meredith introduces us to author P. L. Watts. Then, a woman’s secret love is put to the test against a castle’s ancient curse. COMING UP Good Evening: Ghost River, Flash Contest: 00:01:06 Women in Horror Month – P.L. Watts: 00:03:37 Adrianne Karasek’s The Greymere Cliffs as read by Emily Strand…
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Welcome to week 1 of Women in Horror Month. Fiction Editor Meredith Morgenstern kicks us off with an intro to writer Hadeer Elsbai, followed by a pair of tales. First, pain and suffering coalesce into something much darker. Then, when holes appear in the yard of their recently inherited mansion, a man’s concern for his wife takes on a life of its o…
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Featuring the Snack King Joe Koloski. Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And...gets better. Who watches the Watcher? We do! And man that guy is weird. We have thoughts. The comics: Fantastic Four 13, Original Sin 1, and Fantastic Four: Reckoning War Alpha 1. Twitter: @notadreampod Instagram: @notahoaxpod Email: notahoaxpod…
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Welcome to episode 578. We have three tales for you this week. First, a man leans on technology to help him lose weight. Then, a girl battles the darkness to save her father. And finally, a farmer confronts the culprit who’s stealing his livestock. COMING UP Good Evening: Flash Contest: 00:01:06 Keith LaFountaine’s Drink as read by Austin Stern: 00…
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Welcome to episode 577. Our latest flash fiction contest – Changing Seasons – is officially live! We have two tales for you this week. First, a mother returns to the apartment where her son went missing to strike a bargain. Then, a young father refuses to give up even as the remnants of civilization fizzle out around him. COMING UP Good Evening: Fl…
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Welcome to episode 576. We have two tales for you. First, a woman threatens to be consumed by fiery vengeance. Then, a witch keeps her human companion imprisoned between worlds. COMING UP Good Evening: Hunt A Killer, Flash Contest: 00:01:06 Victoria Zelvin’s They Burned My Mother at Dawn as read by Aven Shore: 00:06:49 Amanda Michele’s The Cabin of…
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The title says it all! Twitter: @notadreampod Instagram: @notahoaxpod Email: notahoaxpod@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/notadreampod Mastodon: @bookybookman@retro.pizza Music: Big Boi Pants by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com - used with Creative Commons license Episode Art from the cover of Marvel and DC Presents The Uncanny X-Men and …
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Welcome to episode 575. Last up on our staff spotlight: Seth Williams. We have two tales for you, too. First, a man’s peaceful twilight years are disrupted by a sadistic caregiver. Then, a washed up exterminator takes on one last job. COMING UP Good Evening: Staff Spotlight – Seth Williams, Flash Contest, Thank-you: 00:01:06 Mark Towse’s Mount Plea…
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Welcome to episode 574. Let’s meet the second half of our slush team. Then, we have two tales. First, a girl makes a mysterious shadowy friend. And a classic tale of a man who’s afraid to sleep alone… for good reason. COMING UP Good Evening: Staff Spotlight – Slush Team: 00:01:06 Lorna Riley’s Vardøger as read by Michelle Kane: 00:07:30 Perceval La…
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Welcome to episode 573. First, we shine the spotlight on our slush reader team. Then, we have one tale for you, about a group of college students who learn that sleep can affect more than grades. COMING UP Good Evening: Staff Spotlight: Slush Team: 00:01:06 Reese Hogan’s Deprivation as read by Andrew Gibson: 00:06:09 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on P…
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Welcome to episode 572. We have two tales for you this week. First, a young boy wants nothing more than for his mom to smile. Then, a girl is once again forced to confront the beast she thought she’d escaped. COMING UP Good Evening: Staff Spotlight – Andrew Gibson: 00:01:06 [Trigger] Kathleen Palm’s Smile as read by Jesse Holt: 00:06:06 Erin Keatin…
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Welcome to episode 571. We have one tale for you this week, about a tortured recluse who finds a new lust of life when he receives a mysterious package. COMING UP Good Evening: Staff Spotlight – Meredith: 00:01:06 J. M. J. Brewer’s Keeper as read by Andrew Gibson: 00:05:02 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread the darkness. Shop Tales to Te…
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Don't google it! Just...listen to the episode. Twitter: @notadreampod Instagram: @notahoaxpod Email: notahoaxpod@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/notadreampod Mastodon: @bookybookman@retro.pizza Music: Big Boi Pants by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com - used with Creative Commons license Episode Art from the cover of Quasar 17, by Mike Ma…
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Welcome to episode 570. We cap off the year with the winner of this year’s Bram Stoker Awards achievement in short fiction. An 80s-inspired tale of mismatched bridesmaids who join their Bridezilla bestie for a pre-wedding hair appointment. COMING UP Good Evening: Happy New Year: 00:01:06 [Stoker] Lee Murray’s Story as read by Permanent Damage: 00:0…
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Welcome to episode 569. We have two tales for you this week. First, an archaeologist goes on the dig of a lifetime. Then, a man struggles with mythical holiday thieves. COMING UP Good Evening: Happy Holidays & Thank You: 00:01:06 [Stoker] Kyla Lee Ward’s A Whisper in the Death Pit as read by Heather Thomas: 00:04:10 Tarver Nova’s A Little Christmas…
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Welcome to episode 568. We have two tales for you this week. First, a Stoker finalist about a girl born and raised in the wilderness, trained to carry on the old traditions. Then, a man struggles to save his boyfriend… but the harder he tries, the more things fall apart. COMING UP Good Evening: Holidays, Thank You, Patreon Bonus: 00:01:06 [Stoker] …
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Welcome to episode 567. We have two tales for you this week, about a man cursed with compassion and a woman in a war-torn land who takes in a familiar stranger. COMING UP Good Evening: 00:01:06 Marisca Pichette’s The Tail as read by James Barnett: 00:03:38 L. S. Johnson’s A Harvest Fit for Monsters as read by Maurine McLean: 00:12:50 PERTINENT LINK…
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Guest featuring the SJW Comic Book Club! Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And…gets better. The Dark Phoenix is lauded as one of the best X-Men arcs, that ends with the death of Jean Grey. But that isn't the end of the story. One could say a story doesn't end until it ends in our hearts, or even that it doesn't end until …
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Welcome to episode 566. We have two tales for you this week, about a people forced into hiding who rise up with the full moon, and a traveler’s fascination with a mysterious count. COMING UP Good Evening: Thank Yous: 00:01:06 Marisca Pichette’s Dreaming War as read by Stephen Gagin: 00:04:33 M. R. James’ Count Magnus as read by Scott Fulps: 00:17:0…
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Welcome to episode 565. We have another contest for you this week, as well as one tale about a young ballet student who finds herself cast in a very special role. COMING UP Good Evening: Smile Contest, Thank Yous, Patreon: 00:01:06 Rami Unger’s The Dedication of the High Priestess as read by Amy Paonessa: 00:07:01 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patr…
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Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And…gets better. Hey, remember the Comet? That guy from the clip in the Season 2 trailer? Well this episode is about that guy! Tune in for all the fun, all the adventure, and all the wacky cooky nonsense! CW: Attempted firearm violence by police, violence against police and zeppelins Twit…
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Welcome to episode 564. We have two tales for you this week. First, a man visits an abandoned Japanese island and brings home more than souvenirs. Then, a lonely girl’s quest for answers may reveal secrets best left buried. COMING UP Good Evening: Pearl Movie Contest, Human Monsters Contest: 00:01:06 Thomas Farr’s Hachishakusama as read by Dennis R…
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Welcome to episode 563. We have two tales for you this week, about the toxic dangers of neighbourhood social media, and a schooner stranded in the doldrums that receives a mysterious visitor. COMING UP Good Evening: Upcoming Giveaways, New Merch: 00:01:06 Dierdre Coles’ Bitch with a W as read by Amanda Stribling: 00:04:31 William Hope Hodgson’s The…
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Guest featuring Dr. Gordon Schmidt and Dr. Sy Islam, authors of Leaders Assemble! Leadership in the MCU! Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And…gets better. What're the chances two best friends both end up frozen in a block of ice for 50+ years? How easy is it to shower with a metal arm? Better golden age sidekick: Bucky o…
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Welcome to episode 562. We have one tales for you this week – one last bit of Halloween before the season’s too far in the rearview, about a neighbourly decoration war that gets a little out of hand. COMING UP Good Evening: Submissions: 00:01:06 Frank Oreto’s Decoration as read by James Cheatham: 00:03:28 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spre…
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Welcome to episode 561 and Happy Halloween! This week we present the winners of our Nautical Flash Fiction Contest! Then, to really get you in the spirit, we have an extra scare about a woman’s obsession with the echoes of past trauma and an innocent family caught in its vortex. COMING UP Good Evening: Happy Halloween, Thank-you: 00:01:06 [Runner-u…
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Guest featuring the Checkered Past podcast! Not a hoax, not a dream...in this episode, a character dies! And…gets better. It's the Season 2 premiere! So what better character to start us back up then the dude who kicked off the Silver Age of comics? Flash is the fastest man on Earth, but can he outrun his destiny? Find out! The comics: Showcase #4 …
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Welcome to episode 560. This week we have one tale, about a death row inmate who decides he might as well embrace the Satan worship he’s been accused of for all these years. COMING UP Good Evening: Submissions, Swag, Human Monsters and Thank-yous: 00:01:06 [Trigger] Patrick Barb’s Help, Satan! as read by Drew Sebesteny: 00:06:49 TRIGGER WARNINGS He…
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Welcome to episode 559. We have a classic tale for you this evening about a young woman left, by her husband, to the mercies of madness. COMING UP Good Evening: Merch, Dark Matter Magazine and Thank-yous: 00:01:06 Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s The Yellow Wallpaper as read by Krystal Hammond: 00:05:56 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread the d…
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Not a Hoax! Not a Dream! Not a...not an episode. This is a trailer for Season 2! CW: Attempted firearm violence by police, violence against police and zeppelins Twitter: @notadreampod Instagram: @notahoaxpod Email: notahoaxpod@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/notadreampod Music: Big Boi Pants by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com - used wit…
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Welcome to episode 558. This week we have two tales, about a garden sown with grief and the perils of sharing your life with strangers. COMING UP Good Evening: Awards, Submissions, Thank-yous: 00:01:06 Caleb Stephens’ You Always Wanted a Garden as read by Seth Williams: 00:04:19 Santiago Eximeno’s Intellectual Property as read by Anthony Babington:…
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Welcome to episode 557. We have two tales for you this week. First, a woman in chronic pain finally gets the help she needs. Then, a man seeks shelter in a house that’s not as abandoned as he first thought. COMING UP Good Evening: Swag, Submissions: 00:01:06 Virginia Campen’s Mandible Temporalis as read by Alexandra Elroy: 00:05:12 H.P. Lovecraft’s…
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Welcome to episode 556. We have one tale for you this week, about a lonely woman who falls for the local butcher. COMING UP Good Evening: Lycan, Submissions and Thank-yous: 00:01:06 Timothy G. Huguenin’s Animals as read by Josie Babin: 00:05:59 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread the darkness. Shop Tales to Terrify Merch Timothy G. Huguen…
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Welcome to episode 555. We have one tale for you this week, about a food delivery driver whose very life (and the lives of those he loves) may depend on his ability to follow instructions. COMING UP Good Evening: Submissions, Thank Yous: 00:01:06 S. H. Mansouri’s No-Contact Delivery as read by Jesse Holt: 00:04:35 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patr…
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Welcome to episode 554. We have one tale for you this week, about a man forced to confront a forgotten and uncomfortable past. COMING UP Good Evening: Lycan Kickstarter, Submissions, Thank-yous: 00:01:06 A. J. Lewis’ The Samovar as read by Dan Rabarts: 00:04:58 PERTINENT LINKS Support us on Patreon! Spread the darkness. Shop Tales to Terrify Merch …
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