RAS #669 – The Man In The Moon

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. We end the show with an AI generated story. Ron asked Google’s Gemini to write a three minute science fiction story about a fight between a turtle and an alien. You won’t believe the results.

Featured Story – The Man in the Moon

Our featured story comes from the OTR series Dimension X. It is titled The Man in the Moon and was an original story written by George Lefferts. The Bureau of Missing persons are in the process of putting out a radio broadcast of a missing person when they receive an SOS from the Moon. It first aired on Dimension X on July 14, 1950.

Other Stories Include – Warp Drive Meets Duct Tape, Review – Way Station by Clifford D. Simak, Night Ride Through Kandal, The Whisper in the Orchard, and The Terrapin Warrior

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RAS #668 – Rawhide

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 from the ground up, so he sends him west to a remote relay station, Rawhide Pass, to take lessons from stationmaster Sam Todd. Needless to say Tom learns a lot more than he bargained for when he meets a strong-willed woman named Vinnie Holt, and an outlaw Rafe Zimmerman, who had escaped from Huntsville the day before his scheduled hanging for murder.

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RAS #667 – The British Agent

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 recreated by Lux Radio Theater. We’ll hear about secret identities, daring escapes, and the courage it takes to stand up for what’s right, even when the odds are stacked against you.

But first, Ron sets the stage. He’ll take you back to the events of the Russian Revolution, exploring the forces that brought a mighty empire to its knees. So grab your headphones, settle in, and prepare to be transported back in time with Ron’s Amazing Stories!

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RAS #664 – The Devil Doctor

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 tale suggested by Justin Suttles.

Since last week was a bust we are going to complete the Month Of Spooky 2024 this week. As many of you noted and commented on, there was no podcast last week. I had a health issue that landed me in the hospital for a few days. I am still not at my best, but there is a plan to get things back on track.

Now, you should press that play button and enjoy the show!

Featured Story – The Devil Doctor

Our featured story comes from a little known OTR series The Witch’s Tale. It was a horror-fantasy radio series which aired from 1931 to 1938 on WOR, The Voice of New York. The tale is titled The Devil Doctor and it is listed as one of the 31 most scary OTR stories ever made. I have to say, I quite agree, and this one is the stuff of nightmares. What happens when you buy an old house and start renovating it? It first aired on January 8, 1934

Other Stories Include – The Other Day, I thought – From Bad Dreams to Bad Hair Days: The Origins of Monsters, The Creature at Phantom Lake Canal, Parma’s Angel, Johnny is it True – Dark Side of the Moon, and The Smiling Owl.

The Smiling Owl – We have a story called The Smiling Owl. It was recommended to me by Justin Suttles and comes from the website Creepypasta.com. They collect stories much like we do and are focused on the paranormal.

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