RAS #643 – Of All Possible Worlds

On Ron’s Amazing Stories we have a special story from the pages of Galaxy Magazine. Have you ever wondered what time travel could be like? Do you have visions of visiting the past to see events play out in real time? But, what if you had to go to the past and attempt to change a mistake to save the future? That is the dilemma that Mac Albin is faced with in the story Of All Possible Worlds written by William Tenn. This is a thought provoking story that should have you thinking, “What If?”

Also, on the program we will review an Audible Original Podcast called The Safe Man. It comes from New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly, and is a riveting detective story, nail-biting heist thriller and a supernatural mystery all rolled into one. One of the best productions I have encountered.

Featured Story – Of All Possible Worlds

Our featured story has to be one of the most probable outcomes on time travel I have ever heard. Time travel provides writers with mounds of possibilities to contrast with their own daily grind. The very concept of time is one of the strangest and most mind-boggling because time relates to all things. The story comes from the pulp fiction Galaxy Magazine September issue of 1956. It explores a future with too many possibilities. It is titled Of All Possible Worlds and was written by William Tenn.

Stories Include – The Broken Window, Review – The Safe Man, and Of All Possible Worlds

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RAS #642 – Hitch Hike Poker

Ron’s Amazing Stories is back with a brand new look and feel for the Audible audiobook review segment. This time around, the focus will be less on advertising and more on providing in-depth reviews of the books being discussed. The first book up for review is Weird Things in History and Why the Heck They Happened. This fascinating book takes a look at some of the strangest and most unexplained events in human history.

The show also features two new listener stories. The first comes from Adelina, who tells a head-scratching tale of a strange encounter she had at a deer camp in Wisconsin. The second comes from Kandace, who recalls an incredible encounter she had with a mysterious creature in the woods.

The featured story on this episode comes from the classic OTR series Suspense. This episode stars Gregory Peck in a rare radio appearance, and finds him playing a dangerous game of hitchhike poker. This classic tale of suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.

So tune in to Ron’s Amazing Stories, and get ready for a wild ride through the worlds of the unexplained and the supernatural.

Featured Story – Hitch-Hike Poker

Our featured story stars award winning classic actor Gregory Peck. Peck didn’t do much radio, but when he did it was special. The story is titled Hitch Hike Poker and is listed as one of the top ten best episodes of the OTR series Suspense. This episode is also special because the writers for this one incorporated the commercials into the story. Which makes the whole experience a little more interesting. Hitch Hike Poker First aired on CBS in 1948.

Stories Include – Tune-In For Murder, Review – Weird Things in History and Why the Heck They HappenedWhere Deer Hunting Is A Way Of Life, The Peacock, and Hitch Hike Poker.

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RAS #641 – CBS Radio Workshop

This week’s Ron’s Amazing Stories podcast features two episodes from the OTR series CBS Radio Workshop. The first story, Colloquy #1 – Interview with William Shakespeare, explores the mystery of Shakespeare’s identity. The second story, The Ballad Of The Iron Horse, presents a unique perspective on the history of the railroad in the United States. Press that play button and enjoy the show.

Featured Stories from CBS Radio Workshop

Story 1 – The real identity of Willaim Shakespears has always been in doubt. Many historical characters have been thought to have actually penned the works. But, the history was lost and no one can really know for sure. But, what if you can chat with Willaim himself and ask him? That is the concept of Colloquy #1 – Interview with William Shakespeare.It first aired on February 24, 1956

Story 2 – The Ballad Of The Iron Horse is an historical account of the beginning of the railroad in the United States, but with a twist. It is presented from the viewpoint of one of the trains that made the rounds, and is told in limericks. It first aired on March 3, 1957.

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RAS #640- The Abominable Snowman

On Ron’s Amazing Stories, we kick off the show with a fantastic audiobook review from the talented author John Gwynne. His book, The Shadow of the Gods, is a captivating fantasy tale that will transport you to a world of wonder. It’s a story that is both thrilling and thought-provoking, and I highly recommend it.

Next up, we have a collection of stories from our listeners. Mikaela shares stories about cat antics, Ivan takes to his college days with a laugh-out-loud story, Lesley’s heads to his first day of highschool where a surprise awaits, and finally Elton heads to a meeting in China with the wrong German. Sounds crazy? It is.

In the second half of the show, we switch gears and delve into the realm of the supernatural with a classic episode of the OTR series Escape. This episode explores the legend of the Yeti, also known as the Abominable Snowman. We’ll hear some fascinating facts and folklore about this mysterious creature, as well as a thrilling tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy Ron’s Amazing Stories. We have a great show lined up for you, with something for everyone.

Featured Story – The Abominable Snowman

Our featured story is titled The Abominable Snowman. It comes from the golden age of radio and the series Escape. An explorer is sure that he has found the location where Yeti can be found. What he and his party run into is much more than just an elusive apeman. It stars actor William Cornrad and first aired on September 13, 1953.

Stories Include – Fisherman’s Clue, A Different Kind of Cat Lady, The Midterm, My Creepy Teacher, Things that Happen When Overseas, and The Abominable Snowman

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RAS #639 – A Thing That Glistened

Ron’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

A Thing That Glistened by Frank Stockton

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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