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Ron's Amazing Stories

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The Abominable Snowman
Ghost Stories
Time Travel
Yeti
Himalayas
Suspense
Yellow Sky
The Fugitive
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John Gwynne
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Supernatural
Unsinkable Sam
Clinton Road
Connecticut
Boston, Massachusetts
Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania
William Shakespeare

Ron's Amazing stories is a weekly podcast which presents truly amazing tales. These will range from dramatic readings to old time radio. We also have interviews with authors, radio personalities and even sports legends.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes300Founded15 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This week on Ron's Amazing Stories, we're checking the weather forecast… and things are looking dramatic. First, expect steady rain with a chance of murder. Then, prepare for a blazing heat wave where a simple sketch becomes something far more unsett... more

This week on Ron's Amazing Stories, we set sail with Trade Winds, a globe-trotting mystery filled with romance, danger, and old-school Hollywood polish. Originally released as a motion picture in 1938 by United Artists, Trade Winds was directed by Ta... more

This week on Ron's Amazing Stories, we saddle up for a classic Gunsmoke double feature, featuring two gripping radio dramas that show danger wearing very different disguises. Set in and around Dodge City—a real town and proudly known as the Cowboy Ca... more

Ron's Amazing Stories opens the door to one of radio's most celebrated suspense anthologies—Escape. Known for its tales of danger, obsession, and the darker corners of human (and animal) behavior, Escape rarely pulled its punches. In this double feat... more

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Recent Guests

Charles Courtney
Underwater treasure seeker
Episode: RAS #717 - Captain Blood… and Ron's Fizzy Rebellion
Douglas MacLean
Famous star of Silent Days
Douglas MacLean Productions
Episode: RAS #717 - Captain Blood… and Ron's Fizzy Rebellion
Sidney Skolsky
Hollywood gossip columnist and radio personality
New York News
Episode: RAS #689 - The Legacy of The Virginian
Edmund Bloxham
Narrator of the story "Operation Distress"
Episode: RAS #675 - The SciFi Double Feature
Natalie Bucknall
A former British agent with war experiences during the Russian Revolution
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Episode: RAS #667 - The British Agent
Porter Hawkins
Listener who submitted a story about his haunted house.
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Episode: RAS #663 - Valse Triste
Sylvia Shults
Librarian and author by day, ghost hunter by night
Episode: RAS #662 - Can AI Write A Story
Gregg Ackerman
Listener and storyteller from Huntington Beach, California
Episode: RAS #659 - Monsters
Noah Yassi
Long time resident of Yellowknife, Canada who shares a story about a cryptid wolf-like creature.
Episode: RAS #648 - The Limping Ghost

Host

Ron
Host and storyteller who presents classic tales, interviews, and dramatic readings, emphasizing humor and nostalgia. Ron captures the essence of storytelling through engaging narratives and thoughtful commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • Amazing 😉 🥇🏅🏆🎖

    This is amazing 💗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bnehi
    Francea year ago
  • Top notch podcast. Ron never fails to deliver. Great show with awesome stories. OTR, listener stories and guests. Excellent quality audio and Ron doesn't ramble on about nonsense, he has a show format and sticks to it. This is a podcast that I look forward to every week.

    Podchaser
    5
    Daniel Walker
    2 years ago
  • I really enjoy listening to Ron and his regulars, as well as his occasional guests. Always entertaining, often surprising, And always wonderful to listen to at the end of the day. I am a fairly new listener, only a few weeks now, and I am already a big fan! Ron, thank you for taking the time to share a all the things that you share with us. You truly do, as advertised, take me away from today. Thanks, Steve in Charleston South Carolina.

    Audible
    5
    Angela T Trett
    United States3 years ago
  • My new favorite storytelling podcast!

    I really enjoy listening to Ron and his regulars, as well as his occasional guests. Always entertaining, often surprising, And always wonderful to listen to at the end of the day. I am a fairly new listener, only a few weeks now, and I am already a big fan! Ron, thank you for taking the time to share a all the things that you share with us. You truly do, as advertised, take me away from today. Thanks, Steve in Charleston South Carolina.

    Audible
    5
    Angela T Trett
    United States3 years ago
  • Lost this podcast and now so happy I found it!

    I loved this podcast years and years ago but with phone changes and such, I lost it. Recently I heard Ron on Jim Harrolds campfire and was so happy to find the podcast again! I have quite a backlog to get through and I’m so happy ❤️thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bunnynunn
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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The mix of classic old-time radio and contemporary narratives is often highlighted as a unique feature that keeps the audience engaged.
Listeners appreciate the captivating storytelling and variety of content that blends drama, humor, and nostalgia.
Many find the host's delivery charming and enjoy the family-friendly nature of the stories, making it suitable for all ages.

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Talking Points

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RAS #713 - Lucky Jordan
Q: How do you take a feature film, adapt it to radio and still make it good?
It requires boiling down the film into a tight performance while utilizing narration and sound effects to convey the visuals.
RAS #675 - The SciFi Double Feature
Q: What do you think is the real origin of science fiction?
The origin of science fiction can be attributed to various figures like H.G. Wells and Jules Verne, but the true refinement of the genre came from the pulp magazines of the 1930s through 50s.
RAS #631 - Operation Tomorrow
Q: How did the war start?
An explosion at a base in Arizona triggered a panic, leading to retaliation and war.
RAS #631 - Operation Tomorrow
Q: What is your story, Mr. Andrews?
I came from 1950, sent into the future by Professor Wilbur Malcolm.
RAS #661 - Emma Lynn Dowd
Q: What is your strategy for survival if trapped in a haunted house?
Both hosts discuss remaining calm, thinking logically, and finding a physical escape route as part of their survival strategy.

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This show offers a vibrant mix of storytelling that captivates listeners through a range of themes, including mystery, adventure, and the supernatural. Episodes feature dramatic readings, adaptations of classic old-time radio plays, and engaging interviews with authors and notable guests from various fields. The host brings a unique charm and humor to the narratives, maintaining a balance between intriguing tales and light-hearted commentary, making it a delightful escapade for those who enjoy both thrilling and nostalgic content. The podcast is notable for its family-friendly approach and diverse storytelling formats, ensuring it appeals to a wide audience wishing to relive the magic of vintage radio while discovering new, immersive storie... more

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Recent guests on Ron's Amazing Stories include:

1. Charles Courtney
2. Douglas MacLean
3. Sidney Skolsky
4. Edmund Bloxham
5. Natalie Bucknall
6. Porter Hawkins
7. Sylvia Shults
8. Gregg Ackerman

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