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The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society

Ghoulish Delights
Suspense
I Love a Mystery
The Shadow
Bury Your Dead, Arizona
Escape
Lights Out
Horror
Quiet Please
Carlton E. Morse
Radio Drama
Old-Time Radio
Dark Fantasy
The Man In Black
Frontier Gentleman
Inner Sanctum Mystery
Crime
The Signal-Man
Taboo
Nightfall
Orson Welles

The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society Podcast revisits the great horror and suspense shows from the golden age of radio, including tales from Suspense, Lights Out Everybody, The Witch’s Tale, The Shadow, and more. Each episode features a classic, or maybe-not-so classic story from the scary old-time radio vault, complete with historical notes and nerdy trivia. At the end of each podcast, your... more

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Latest Episodes

This week we’re listening to “Blind Impulse” from The Whistler! The story features a man’s scheme to divorce his wife so that he can marry a woman set to inherit a fortune from her dying father. But things don’t go as planned and people prove to be v... more

It’s time once again to find out what evil lurks in the hearts of men with a visit to The Shadow! This episode, “Death Pulls the Strings,” features a puppeteer whose employs human-sized marionettes to perform remarkably life-like dances. During one o... more

This week’s visit to the Listener Library brings us to “Island of the Lost,” an episode of CBS Radio Mystery Theater recommended to us by our Patreon member Melanie! Thanks, Melanie! The story features a man suffering headaches, which may or may not ... more

We’re flipping through The Devil’s Scrapbook to learn the story of “The Conquest of David Rugg”! This episode features Sidney Trent, whose car stalls out after he gets lost driving in a storm. He is rescued by David Rugg, a man driving a horse-drawn ... more

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Recent Guests

Shannon Custer
Special Ghoulish guest star
Episode: Episode 350: The Most Dangerous Game
Laura Zabel
Actor, improviser, and executive director of Springboard for the Arts
Springboard for the Arts
Episode: Episode 338: A Thing of Beauty
Shanan Custer
Special ghoulish guest star
Episode: Episode 331: The Wailing Wall
Dave Ess
Listener with insights on the radio shows discussed.
Episode: The Best and Worst of 2022 Awards

Hosts

Tim
Host of The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society; long-running anchor with deep knowledge of vintage radio.
Joshua
Co-host contributing critical analysis; brings broad expertise in old-time radio lore and discussion
Eric
Host and discussion lead; provides historical context and thoughtful critique

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 598 ratings
  • Great Content- but the LAUGHTER is ANNOYING

    The content is excellent; however, frequent laughter every 30 seconds is distracting and aggravating. Hearing a loud laugh directly into a microphone during the presentation ouch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LvMyWesties
    United States3 months ago
  • Like listening with friends!

    I love OTR but I don’t have someone to talk to about this or to discuss the episodes. I like how listening to you guys makes it like I am not alone in this side of the internet. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nerins
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I LOVE THIS PODCAST! I was looking for exactly this type of Old Radio mystery/horror and haven’t been disappointed. I’ve gone all the way back and began at the beginning and it’s just progressively gotten better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    itsjacklyneh
    Canada6 months ago
  • Fantastic Show!

    This podcast is a gem! Eric, Tim, and Joshua’s live shows are a blast if you enjoy old time radio!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MN Andrew
    United States8 months ago
  • My Favourite

    This is the my favourite and best podcast ever!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chrispick365
    United Statesa year ago

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A few critiques note moments of heavy laughter or episodes that don't fully fit their tastes.
Some enjoy the Patreon and live-show aspects as community-building signals.
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The hosts' humor and knowledge make old shows feel fresh and engaging.

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#237
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Talking Points

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Episode 402: Nasty People
Q: When she shot her mom, the revenge at the end when she kills her mom, or does her mom kill her?
Kendall shoots Mrs. Grover, and she shoots Sally, leading to the climax of the story.
Episode 381: The Thirteenth Truck
Q: Jeff, why did you choose this episode?
Jeff expressed that he believes this episode is one of the best, with classic adventure and a compelling narrative.
Episode 370: A Shipment of Mute Fate
Q: Why did you call it Ricky Tiki Tavi?
I prefer to call it Ricky Tiki Kitty.
Episode 370: A Shipment of Mute Fate
Q: Ryan, what have you chosen?
We are listening to an episode of Escape called A Shipment of Mute Fate.
Episode 338: A Thing of Beauty
Q: Did you feel that the performance held true to old-time radio conventions?
Laura expressed her enjoyment of the theatrical elements but noted she missed the visual cues of performance.

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Listeners tune in for thoughtful, context-rich discussions of old-time radio horror and suspense. The trio/newsroom-like hosts—Tim, Joshua, and Eric—break down classic and sometimes lesser-known episodes, analyze storytelling craft, production quirks, and cultural context, then assess whether each piece still holds up. The show stands out for its blend of historical notes, nerdy trivia, and lively banter that makes retro broadcasts feel fresh, with regular Patreon and merch chatter that signals an active creator community.

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