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, reviews the audiobook Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, and explores the fascinating topic of phobias in a brand new Johnny Is It True. So sit back, relax, and let Ron's Amazing Stories transport you to a world of wonder and suspense. Featured Story - Valse Triste Our featured story comes from the old time radio series, Lights Out. Valse Triste is a very strange tale that borders on subject matter that could be considered controversial today. But, it is horror at its best and has the Obler twist that you won't see coming. I really don't know when this version aired, but It originally aired on March 3, 1938. Other Stories Include - My Thoughts On Fear, Review -Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark, The Beheading Of Sarah, Johnny Is It True - Phobias Program Notes: To read the article follow the link. Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:

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:  Sylvia  is a Librarian, Author, and Ghost Hunter. She has spent a lifetime in the pursuit of the weird and strange. Her non-fiction works include Ghost of the Illinois River, Fractured Spirits, Fractured Souls, 44 Years in Darkness, The Spirits of Christmas, Days Of The Dead, and her latest release Grave Deeds and Dead Plots. All of her books are available on Amazon and you can find out more on her blog page. Sylvia’s Links:  , , , On the Podcast  - At the end of the GSWS discussion Sylvia and Ron created a prompt for Google’s Gemini. The results are below. Here is the prompt that they came up with: Write a third person ghost story on the east coast in a Victorian style mansion. Ron and Sylvia enter the home to find a table set for afternoon tea waiting for them. Spooky sounds echo through the house. The house is haunted by a clown. The Clown Of Blackwood Manor The rusty wrought iron gates groaned open as Ron and Sylvia steered their car up the overgrown driveway. Looming before them, shrouded in the oppressive humidity of the East Coast summer, stood Blackwood Manor. Its Victorian grandeur had faded, replaced by peeling paint, boarded windows, and an air of ominous neglect. "Charming," Sylvia muttered, her voice heavy with sarcasm. Ron, ever the optimist, simply chuckled and grabbed their bags. The heavy oak door, surprisingly, swung open with a gentle push. Dust motes danced in the shafts of sunlight that pierced the gloom of the entrance hall. A thick layer of dust coated the ornate furniture and the once vibrant Persian rug. An unsettling silence hung in the air, broken only by the distant scuttling of unseen creatures. As they ventured further into the house, a chill settled over them despite the stifling heat. They found themselves in a grand dining room, where a scene awaited them that was both bizarre and unsettling. A long, mahogany table was set for afternoon tea. Fine china cups and saucers sat beside silver teaspoons, and a three-tiered stand held an assortment of pastries that, despite the thick layer of dust, looked eerily fresh. "This is...creepy," Sylvia whispered, her voice barely above a breath. Suddenly, a high-pitched giggle echoed through the room, followed by the distinct squeaking of a rubber shoe on the hardwood floor. Ron and Sylvia exchanged startled glances. "Did you hear that?" Ron asked, his voice betraying a hint of nervousness. Before Sylvia could answer, a teacup lifted from the table, seemingly of its own volition, and shattered against the wall. A cold gust of wind swept through the room, sending the remaining cups and saucers clattering. Terror gripped them. They weren't alone. As they backed away from the table, a figure emerged from the shadows. It was a clown, grotesque and unsettling. Its painted smile was stretched into a nightmarish grin, its eyes two black pits in its chalk-white face. It moved with an unnatural jerkiness, its oversized shoes squeaking with every step. Ron and Sylvia, paralyzed with fear, could only watch as the spectral clown glided towards them. It raised its hand, revealing a long, silver knife glinting in the dim light. A scream tore from Sylvia's throat as she turned and fled, Ron close behind. They scrambled through the house, the clown's maniacal laughter echoing behind them. They raced down hallways, stumbling over unseen obstacles, the clown's squeaking shoes always close behind. Finally, they burst out of the front door and into the blinding sunlight. They didn't stop running until they reached their car, the rusty gates clanging shut behind them like a prison door slamming shut. As they sped away from Blackwood Manor, they could still hear the faint echo of the clown's laughter, a chilling reminder of the horror they had encountered within its walls. They knew they would never return, and the image of the ghostly clown would forever haunt their nightmares. Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. 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On Ron’s Amazing Stories this week we continue The Month Of Spooky 2024 with more creepy stuff. We will visit with Emma Lynn Dowd in a new segment called Stories From The Other Side. In this chat Emma and Ron will answer the question: If you could speak to a ghost, who would it be and what would you ask? The answer will probably surprise you. We take a historical look at the Great Pumpkin, and the classic American folklore stories The Hook and A Wisconsin Ghost Story. We have three listener-submitted stories: What happens when you become unnoticeable, or play a dangerous game of Ding Dong Ditching? Also, a tall man ruins another man from Iowa’s halloween. About Emma Lynn Dowd:  From an early age, Emma has loved her art. Over the years she has used various mediums, but none was more profound than photography. She finds inspiration wherever she goes because she keeps her eyes open for things that will make the perfect photo. Emma lives in the great state of Florida, and is our radio producer. She has been putting the podcast out on the radio for the last 6+ years!  Emma’s Links: , and her official site Stories Include - The Other Day I Thought - The Great Pumpkin, Roadkill, Ding Dong Ditching, The Tall Man Who Ruined Halloween, The Hook, and A Wisconsin Ghost Story Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

On Ron's Amazing Stories the month of the spooky begins with a terrifying slate of tales. The thought of the day is "scary," and we’ll start with that. Next comes a review of a new audiobook, Autumn Nights: 13 Spooky Fall Reads. Then we have a true story from George Garza about his encounter with 18-year-old James on Tombstone Pass.  Our featured story is cited as being one of the most terrifying programs broadcast during The Golden Age Of Radio. It is a suspenseful story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. We end the show with a series of short fictional stories sent in by our listeners. These stories are about lost towns, night lights, closets, and hauntings.  These are just a few of the spooky stories that you will hear on Ron's Amazing Stories this month, so tune in and prepare to be scared.  Featured Story - House in Cypress Canyon Our featured story is consistently cited as one of the most terrifying programs broadcast during The Golden Age Of Radio. It is an episode from the series Suspense. The plot is presented as a "story within a story", framed by a meeting between detective Sam Spade (played by Howard Duff) and his friend who has discovered a manuscript that tells a story that is…well… amazing. It is titled The House in Cypress Canyon and was originally broadcast December 5, 1946. Program Note: Want to hear the RAS episode where Ron talks to Jim Harold about The House in Cypress Canyon. . Other Stories Include - The Other Day I thought - Scary Thoughts, Autumn Nights - A Review, The Santiam Wagon Road, We Didn’t Question, The Light, Closet light, and How I Sleep Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

On Ron’s Amazing Stories, we'll be delving into the fascinating world of monsters. We'll explore their history, origins, and the stories that have been told about them for centuries. First up, we have a segment called The Other Day I Thought. Ron will share his musings on the truth about monsters. Next, we'll be reviewing the audiobook American Monsters by Linda Godfrey. This book presents some of the strangest creatures known to reside in the United States. Godfrey has done extensive research on these creatures and has compiled a collection of stories and reports that will leave you both fascinated and horrified. Following the book review, we'll have a short story by Gregg, who shares a work of fiction he wrote titled The Monster of Gifford National Forest. This story is a gripping tale of a creature that terrorizes his family in the Pacific Northwest. Our featured story for this episode comes from the OTR series Dark Fantasy and is titled The Sea Phantom. This story is not what you're expecting. It's a chilling tale of a ghost that haunts the depths of the ocean. Next up, we have Johnny Is True: Can You Tell Folklore from Fakery?. Your challenge is to decide which facts are based on real folklore and which ones are completely made up. Finally, we'll end the show with an oddity. I asked Google's Gemini to create a monster tale based on my inputs. The results were...well, you'll just have to listen to find out. Featured Story - The Sea Phantom Our featured story loosely follows the theme of monsters. Dark Fantasy was a short radio series with tales of weird adventures and the supernatural. Although a short series, the stories are amazing with some being way ahead of their time. Our story today visits monsters in the form of ghosts protecting a treasure that is 100s of years old. It is titled The Sea Phantom and it first aired on January 6, 1942. Other Stories Include - The Other Day I Thought About Monsters, Review - American Monsters, The Monster of Gifford National Forest, Johnny Is It True - Monsters, and King - A Storybook Monster Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

Welcome to Ron's Amazing Stories podcast! This week, Ron introduces a new segment called The Other Day, I Thought, where he shares his creative inspirations and introduces his latest product idea, the Story-O-Grapher. Ron also reviews the new Audible original title, The Wonder of Stevie, and features a classic episode from the OTR series The Six Shooter titled Escape From Smoke Falls. Tune in to listen to Ron's unique storytelling experience, and don't forget to visit the blog for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes insights. Enjoy the show! Featured Story - Escape From Smoke Falls Our featured story comes from The Six Shooter. It truly was one of the bright spots of the golden age of radio. Unfortunately, it came too late, and lasted only one season. It has gunsmoke like action, some humor, and even a good moral. In our story Brit finds himself in a love triangle and winds up catching an escaped criminal. It is titled Escape From Smoke Falls and first aired on November 15, 1953.  Other Stories Include:  The Other Day, I thought About Inspiration, The Wonder Of Stevie - A review, Ghost Dog Playing, The Dog Is In The Crate, Leia’s Visit, Garbage Can Puppy, and The Smiler Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

In the captivating world of Ron's Amazing Stories, we delve into a bygone era marked by Cold War tensions and the construction of bomb shelters as a means of protection against potential nuclear annihilation. Our featured story is entitled No Hiding Place, and it originally aired in 1961. But that's not all! Our show also includes, Johnny Is It True, where this time we explore some trivial facts that are sure to pique your curiosity and expand your knowledge. In addition, we have a review of the audiobook version of George R.R. Martin's epic fantasy novel, Game of Thrones. Ron also discusses some of the historical and mythological inspirations behind the storyline. To wrap up, we present a SciFi satirical advice column inspired by the legendary Ann Landers.  So sit back, relax, and press that play button to immerse yourself in an hour of captivating storytelling, fascinating facts, and humor. Ron's Amazing Stories has something for everyone. Featured Story - No Hiding Place Our featured story comes from the OTR series Suspense. Some 60+ years ago, people were preparing to hunker down under the threat of nuclear war. During the early years of the Cold War, many American families created underground bomb shelters fitted with supplies needed to survive for several days or even weeks. Our story today looks at that time. It is titled No Hiding Place and It first aired on October 1, 1961. Other Stories Include - Johnny Is It True - Trivial Facts,  Review - Game Of Thrones, 283 East Broadway, Electric Shadow, and Dear Nan Glanders Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

On Ron's Amazing Stories get ready for a spine-chilling double feature from the golden age of radio! We're diving deep into the eerie world of The Hermit's Cave, a syndicated horror series that sent shivers down the spines of listeners across the nation. In this special episode, we'll be featuring two vintage recordings from the 1940s. First, brace yourself for The Search for Life, a tale of scientific curiosity gone horribly wrong. Inspired by Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, this story explores the terrifying consequences of tampering with the forces of life and death. Then, prepare to be haunted by The House with a Past. This chilling story will take you on a journey through the dark history of a house that has witnessed unspeakable tragedies. Is it the creaking floorboards or the whispers of the wind, or is there something more sinister lurking within its walls? Press that play button and find out. Program links: If you want to know more about the haunted house adventure Netherworld you can find it . If you want to listen to more episodes of The Hermit’s Cave go to this . Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:

On the show this week we visit the history of the radio series CBS Radio Mystery Theater. Then we have four listener stories. An author has something strange happening with one of his manuscripts, a true story about a deadman floating home, a pen that can duplicate itself, and a ghost boy who lives in a cemetery. Our featured story asks the question, What does crime look like in the year 2185? A group of criminals find out that crime doesn’t pay. The story is titled SOS and comes from the OTR series The Mysterious Traveler. Featured Story - S.O.S. Our featured story comes from the OTR series Mysterious Traveler.  The radio series debuted in 1943 on the Mutual Broadcasting System. Our story is about a gang of thieves working in the future, 2185 to be exact, and coming to the realization that not only doesn’t crime pay, but also has its consequences. As you might guess this one falls under the umbrella of science fiction.  It is oddly titled SOS and first aired on May 2, 1950.  Other Stories Include: Murder Under The Big Tent, History of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, My Manuscript, Deadman Floating Home, Pen Or The Tulpa, and Ghost Boy Lanie. Episode #655 Show Links: Here is the link that Ron spoke about for this episode. . Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have one of the last series to leave the air waves during the golden age of radio, Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar. It is a detective drama that aired for over twelve years on Radio. The show followed the cases of the man, “with the action-packed expense account”. Our story is listed in the Radiobook Hall Of Fame as one of the top ten best of the series. A murder takes place in a small town, and Constable Jed Bramler can’t believe that anyone from there could kill the sweet Ellen Bates. There is an insurance payout waiting and Johnny is sent to find the truth. Is the husband guilty? The story is titled The Shady Lane Matter and it first aired, over five nights, from July 7th through 13th, 1956. Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links:  

On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have some good stuff. In the Audible segment we take a quick look at the history of advertising which leads to a very special ad in a very fictional audiobook written by Terry Brooks. The work is titled Magic Kingdom For Sale and I think you are going to like this one. It is one of my favorite novels from the golden age of fantasy.  Then we head to our featured story. This one asks the question, how far will you go to end a curse put on you? The story is titled Casting the Runes and comes from the OTR series Escape. We end the show with a brand new edition of Johnny Is It True. I am going to tell you three real stories from history and one…. not so much. Your job is to guess which one I faked.  Featured Story - Casting The Runes Our featured story comes from the OTR series Escape. What are your feelings about curses? Do you believe in them? Our story is titled Casting the Runes. It is about a character who is cursed by a rival and must figure out how to pass the curse back to them before it leads to disastrous consequences. It first aired on November 19, 1947 Other Stories Include - Not So Important Times In History - Isaac Newton, Review - Magic Kingdom For Sale, and Johnny Is It True - Historical Oddities. Program links:  From Johnny Is It True here are the links that I mentioned:  , , , and . Ron’s Amazing Stories Is Sponsored by: Audible - You can get a free audiobook and a 30 day free trial at . Your Stories: Do you have a story that you would like to share on the podcast or the blog? Head to the main website, click on Story Submission, leave your story, give it a title, and please tell me where you're from. I will read it if I can. Links are below. Note From Ron: We don’t have any of your stories this time. The reason is that the coffers are bare. I need you to dig deep and send in that story that you have been holding on to. They don't need to be paranormal, anything that you think would be fun probably is. Also, it doesn’t even have to be true! Fiction is always welcome on Ron’s Amazing Stories. So, please do that today.  Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod () and is Licensed under . Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at which is a site owned by Kevin. Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from , stream it on or on the mobile version of . Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on . Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this . Social Links: Contact Links: