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Classic Ghost Stories

Tony Walker
Ghost Stories
Couching At the Door
Penmire
Death
Vampires
Christmas
Horror Fiction
Cornwall
The Premonition
Ghosts
Dagon
Sacrifice
D.K. Broster
E. G. Swain
Irtonwood Manor
Oscar Wilde
Folklore
The Irtonwood Ghost
Lewis Darley
Basil Copper

A weekly podcast that reads out ghost stories, horror stories, and weird tales every week. Classic stories from the pens of the masters Occasionally, we feature living authors, but the majority are dead. Some perhaps are undead. We go from cosy Edwardian ghost stories (E. F. Benson, Walter De La Mare) to Victorian supernatural mysteries (M. R. James, Elizabeth Gaskell, Bram Stoker, and Charles Dic... more

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On a forgotten platform at a junction no map records, a man waits for a train he half-remembers from childhood nightmares. In his hands, a battered red book falls open, again and again, to the same impossible picture: a tunnel mouth, a lamp, a solita... more

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In an old private chapel attached to a country house, a trusted servant keeps night watch beside the ancient altar, alone behind a locked door. By morning he is found dead, a dagger from the chapel’s peculiar mechanism driven clean through his heart—... more

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Recent Guests

Robert E. Howard
American author best known for his contributions to the fantasy and horror genres
Episode: The Cairn on The Headland by Robert E. Howard
Todd Thyberg
Graphic designer and owner of Angel Bomb, a letterpress print shop.
Angel Bomb
Episode: The Beast In The Cave by H. P. Lovecraft
Lewis Darley
Copywriter, video editor, and author of horror fiction.
Nottingham
Episode: The Premonition by Lewis Darley

Host

Tony Walker
Host and narrator of the stories, providing readings of classic ghost stories along with insightful commentary on the themes and authors behind the tales.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Thrilling

    I thoroughly enjoy these!!! You know, you (I’m addressing Tony directly) mention people complaining about various things about your reading. I don’t get it. Don’t listen to them! You’re great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bflatchristian
    United States2 months ago
  • great reading with expression

    Love these readings, thank you so much! Its too bad there aren't more, it would be great to have more Robert W Chambers, and other weird tales of the Art Nouveau era. Or could you do a "Classic Vampires and Monster stories" ? That would be fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnJohn7223
    Canada2 months ago
  • I was delighted to find this podcast fairly recently. I'm a big fan of MR James, and Tony's excellent curating of stories has lead me back to authors from the 19th and early 20th centuries who I had long forgotten or never knew. It seems to me that fiction in the Anglophone world has veered, particularly in the US, towards physically dangerous supernatural monsters (perhaps a Central European influence?). These don't interest me. Give me a gnawing sense of dread any day! Tony is a very good read... more

    Podchaser
    5
    martin.healy
    2 months ago
  • My Favorite Ever

    Do yourself a favor and just listen…these eerie tales will stick with you; I have listened to many of them multiple times. Perfect narration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ebb1972
    United States2 months ago
  • Great narration, great original stories

    Really enjoyed the original story The Frost Fair! I love this podcast for introducing me to horror stories I haven’t heard before, and the narration is wonderful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silvaçao
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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There are mixed opinions on the transition to paid content, with some listeners expressing dissatisfaction about losing free access to the episodes.
Feedback highlights the podcast's calming effect, making it a favorite option for bedtime listening.
The podcast is commended for introducing lesser-known tales and authors, expanding listeners' literary horizons.
Many appreciate the blend of classic literature with insightful commentary that enhances their understanding of the stories.
Listeners rave about the high-quality storytelling and narration, often mentioning the soothing and engaging voice of the host.

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An Adventure by Charlotte Moberley and Eleanor Jourdain
Q: Where do you feel it?
In the garden where we met the two men, but not only there.
An Adventure by Charlotte Moberley and Eleanor Jourdain
Q: Do you think that the Petit Trianon is haunted?
Yes, I do.
The Beast In The Cave by H. P. Lovecraft
Q: How long did it take you to produce this?
Todd mentions that it took close to a year, as he was working on multiple projects simultaneously and determining the illustrative style.
The Beast In The Cave by H. P. Lovecraft
Q: How did you come to make such a thing as this?
Todd shares that he runs Angel Bomb and emphasizes his transition from client work to creating fine book arts, particularly focusing on projects inspired by horror and science fiction.

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This podcast showcases a diverse collection of ghost stories, horror tales, and weird fiction ranging from classic literature to contemporary works. The readings transport listeners through various literary traditions, featuring renowned authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, M. R. James, and Charles Dickens, as well as modern creators. Each episode typically wraps up with insightful commentary from the host, Tony Walker, who discusses the backdrop and significance of the narratives, enriching the listening experience further. The podcast caters to both casual listeners and literature enthusiasts, making it a unique space for lovers of the supernatural and literary analysis alike.

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