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Strange Studies of Strange Stories

Strange Studies of Strange Stories
Vasilisa the Fair
The War Of the Worlds
Snow White
H.G. Wells
Martian Invasion
Baba Yaga
Vampires
The Thing Of a Thousand Shapes
The Last Question
Heat Death Of the Universe
Science Fiction
Colonialism
Michael Shea
Death
The Summer People
Alexander Afanasyev
Fairy Tales
Weird Tales
Asimov
Existentialism

We’ve been creating podcasts since 2009 - first The H.P. Lovecraft Literary Podcast and now Strange Studies of Strange Stories! Each week, hosts Chad Fifer and Chris Lackey discuss a piece of genre fiction. Talented voice actors bring the text to life. Music and sound effects create atmosphere while occasional guest experts show up to make things classy. One free show a month and four more for Pat... more

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Latest Episodes

We're starting sci-fi month with a smart-home story set in 2026: There Will Come Soft Rains by Ray Bradbury!

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“Haunted” was written, read and scored by Chad Fifer, with the generous participation of Heather Klinke.

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We're casting weird fairy tale magic all month, beginning with the Russian classic The Soldier and Death!

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Get unstuck in time with us as we begin Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five, a profound novel about war, trauma and plunger-shaped aliens.

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Recent Guests

Rachel Lackey
Voice actor and host of Rachel Watches Star Trek
Rachel Watches Star Trek
Episode: Study 150 - The Soldier and Death
Sean Langennecker
Actor and director based in Madison, fan of Kurt Vonnegut
Episode: Study 147 - Slaughterhouse-Five - Part 1
Jamie Brittain
Guest and expert on Kingsley Amis
Episode: Study 138 - Who or What Was It?
Greg Johnson
Viewer of props and costumes, guest reader
YouTube, Patreon
Episode: Study 126 - The Swords
Andrew Leeman
Voice actor and reader known for his work on Lovecraft's stories
HP Lovecraft Historical Society
Episode: Study 123 - The Pilgrimage of Clifford M. - Part 1
Andrew Leman
Voice actor and member of the HP Lovecraft Historical Society
HP Lovecraft Historical Society
Episode: Study 120 - Window
James Holloway
The reader at the beginning of the podcast; a podcast host and creator of gaming pamphlets.
Monster Man
Episode: Study 117 - Hyperpilosity
Kristina Batchenski
Artist, writer, podcaster, and voiceover artist
Episode: Study 114 - Vasilisa the Fair
Maddie O'Keefe
An outstanding actress and science writer
National Lab doing particle physics and astrophysics research
Episode: Study 111 - The Summer People

Hosts

Chris Lackey
Co-host of the series, often engaging deeply with narrative themes and literary analysis.
Chad Fifer
Co-host of the series, known for his humor and engaging storytelling approach alongside analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • Love It

    Chris and Chad are just as entertaining as the stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R. J. Cain
    United States7 months ago
  • Funny, Creepy & Informative

    I have just discovered this and their precursor HP Lovecraft podcast and I am in awe, as my title suggests Funny, Creepy and Informative - thank you both for enriching my day(s), best Regards Ali

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ali the book collectot
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • 10 Years

    Been listening since 7th grade; 10 years ago now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edan F.
    United States9 months ago
  • Insightful and absolutely hilarious look at weird fiction. Starting out with the stories of H.P. Lovecraft, it has now moved far beyond him, and delves into many well-known and lesser known authors. The hosts are comedic geniouses, but while there are a ton of laughs to be had, they always treat their subject respectfully.

    Podchaser
    5
    TobiasNilsson
    2 years ago
  • H.P. Podcraft forever

    Since I have to Patreon feed, I forgot to subscribe to the SSofSS feed! Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fmgish
    United States3 years ago

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#231
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Study 123 - The Pilgrimage of Clifford M. - Part 1
Q: Do you think this is out of loneliness, or is there maybe perhaps some biological imperative for a vampire?
The discussion points to both loneliness and a biological imperative for all beings to seek their origins and identity.

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This series explores various pieces of genre fiction, highlighting narratives that often blend humor, horror, and poignant reflections on the human condition. Episodes typically feature in-depth analyses of stories from notable authors, enhanced by contributions from talented voice actors and occasional guest experts who elevate the discussion. Themes frequently examined include mortality, fate, the absurdity of war, and the complexities of human experiences, all interwoven with engaging anecdotes and an entertaining rapport between the hosts. The multifaceted approach to storytelling, from classic literary works to modern interpretations, sets this series apart, making it a noteworthy choice for literature and genre fiction enthusiasts.

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7. James Holloway
8. Kristina Batchenski

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