The Cave Of The Winds

We have a story that was sent into the website by DIllion Firestone who lives in downtown Manhattan, New York. I had to ask Dillion how much does it cost to live in Manhattan. He told me that for his studio apartment he pays $3500.00 a month. Wow! Enjoy his story:

Hey Ron, I am a big fan of spelunking. I first became interested in it when I saw the film Journey To The Center Of The Earth. The 1959 film starring James Mason. My dad would take me all over New York to visit some of the best caverns in the state and I still go to this day.

One of my very favorite places to go is The Cave Of The Winds. It is a natural cave behind Bridal Veil Falls at Niagara Falls. The cave is some 130 feet high, 100 feet wide and 30 feet in depth. It was discovered in 1834, and originally dubbed Ae-o-los’s Cave, after the Greek god of winds.

My story is not a long one, but I can’t explain it. Neither can the 10 other people in my tour group. Our tour guide was explaining the ghosts supposedly living in the cave, when a wispy voice came up from out of nowhere. It came from the back of the cave and it clearly said, “ Don’t believe Him!” At first we thought some person was hanging out back there. We all moved to the area and there was no one around. In fact in this cave there really is nowhere to hide. What did we hear? I have no idea. – DIllion Firestone

The fact that all of you heard it gives me some pause to think, how very creepy. Sounds like a great place. I looked at some online photos and you’re right there really is no place to hide! Thank you for sharing your story Dillion.

This Week’s Podcast:

On the program this week we are visited by Gregory Peck and the Suspense story titled Hitch Hiker Poker. Also this week I debut the new Audible segment. Less advertising, more reviews. I can’t wait to hear what you think. You can listen to this podcast on Thursday at Ron’s Amazing Stories, download it from Apple Podcasts, stream it on Stitcher Radio or on the mobile version of Spotify. Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on AMFM247.COM. Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this link

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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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Music Used In This Podcast: Most of the music you hear on Ron’s Amazing Stories has been composed by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Other pieces are in the public domain. You can find great free music at FreePd.com which is a site owned by Kevin.

Program Info: Ron’s Amazing Stories is published each Thursday. You can download it from Apple Podcasts, stream it on Stitcher Radio or on the mobile version of Spotify. Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on AMFM247.COM. Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this link.

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On The Podcast This Week – 5/23/24

On Ron’s Amazing stories this week we have a special double feature. You will hear not one, but two episodes from the OTR series CBS Radio Workshop. The series brought together the cutting edges of writing, music, and sound. Overall it was a big hit, so much so that the whole world wanted it too. Thus the series made its mark on the golden age of radio.

The first story is titled Colloquy #1 – Interview with William Shakespeare. This one asks the question; What if you could chat with the man who wrote, Alas poor Yorick I knew him well? Our second story is called The Ballad Of The Iron Horse. It is an historical account of the beginning of the railroad, but with a twist. It is presented from the viewpoint of one of the trains that made the rounds, and is told in song.

So, tune in this Thursday to listen to Ron’s Amazing Stories, or you can download it from Apple Podcasts, stream it on Stitcher Radio or on the mobile version of Spotify. Do you prefer the radio? We are heard every Thursday at 10:00 pm and Sunday Night at 11:00 PM (EST) on AMFM247.COM. Check your local listing or find the station closest to you at this link

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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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