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WKGF Presents: The Witching Hour - Coast to Coast & Beyond

Max Thorn, WKGF Radio Archives, Watch the Sky Productions, Grant Fieldgrove
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Grace Lawson
Izzy
Stanton Park
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Friday the 13th
Camp Mclean
The Night Blade
Lily Ledbetter
Missing Children
Fb's Toys
Los Angeles
Fourth Of July
Childhood Promises
Town
Riverside Mall
Dimension Theory
Grief and Loss
Carl Langer
Ice Cream Truck

WKGF Presents The Witching Hour is a fully scripted podcast series disguised as a late-night radio call-in show from the 80s, hosted by the fun-loving rock 'n roll DJ Max Thorn, straight from the corner booth at WKGF Bakersfield. Each episodes blends character-driven storytelling with a nostalgic feel, as Max opens the phone lines to listeners desperate to share their brushes with the bizarre - fr... more

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Latest Episodes

It's Friday, December 22nd, 1989. The moon is in a Waning Crescent phase, Back to the Future Part II retook the number 1 spot at the box office, Another Day in Paradise by Phil Collins overtook the number one slot on the Billboard 100, and you have j... more

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It's December 15th, 1989, the moon is in the Waning Gibbous phase, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is the number one movie in America, Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire sits atop the Billboard 100, and Max Thorn has had a very hard, very ex... more

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It's Friday night, December 8th, 1989, and something very, very weird is happening!

Starring Grant Fieldgrove and Riss Halbwachs

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It's December 1, 1989, the moon is in a Waxing Crescent phase, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation narrowly beats out Back to the Future Part 2 for the spot atop the box office, and somehow, Blame it on the Rain is still sitting at the top of the m... more

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Recent Guests

Tessa Marlowe
Guest on The Witching Hour, spiritual and supernatural advisor for Las Vegas Police Department (in-world)
The Witching Hour cast, Las Vegas Police Department (in-world)
Episode: November 10, 1989 - Gone Fishin'
Doris Marvin
Crystal's best friend who recounts the events surrounding Crystal's tragic death.
Episode: October 20th, 1989
Bob Hanson
Owner of the Power Up Arcade, discussing the infamous game Hangman's Alley.
Power Up Arcade
Episode: October 20th, 1989
Eric Harper
A young listener reaching out through a radio, sharing a story about his deceased sister.
Episode: October 13, 1989
Becky Robinson
Local Austin teen whose neighbor went missing.
Episode: September 8th, 1989
Sarah Clarkson
Local paranormal investigator focused on FB's Toys haunting.
Episode: September 8th, 1989
Chris Benchley
Store manager who shared experiences from FB's Toys.
FB's Toys
Episode: September 8th, 1989
Grace Lawson
Witness in the case of The Night Blade, enigmatic character with cryptic insights.
Episode: August 25th, 1989

Host

Max Thorn
Host of The Witching Hour (radio-style paranormal drama host)

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • The show says "There's ACTUAL EVIL in a human form that is not human, not just some killer or rapist" or smth, and by "Evil" it means a woman with some supernatural powers who kills men who sexually harass her. Like the 2 men in the beginning who followed her home from transport, in the dark, after she told them to leave her alone multiple times (which is an actual, real life terrifying horror story far scarier than any made up supernatural murderer) - their intentions were clear enough. And no... more

    Podchaser
    1
    RainListener
    a month ago
  • Fantastic

    Look the full cast, and the writing feels really authentic. Can’t wait for S2!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anoй
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    This podcast is so fun! Grant’s voice is appealing to listen to and the writing and creativity is great! The stories are mysterious and catchy. Once each episode is done I jump right to the next. Really hoping there is a season 2. Please give this podcast a listen, it does not disappoint!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chelletyson
    United States9 months ago
  • Fun!

    This podcast is so fun! Treatment yourself to a little fun and give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eli99998
    United States9 months ago
  • One needs to appreciate the love that was put into all of this. Great acting, writing and production with a love for radio and all things creepy. I will keep listening, but hope for season 2 to be a bit more decisive in its tone. This is my issue: The show can't decide what it wants to be. To try to be funny AND creepy AND some nostalgia gig (not just some pop culture references please) needs to be balanced out properly. But is it necessary? I'd like it to be on the darker side of things.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Dohle Carnett
    10 months ago

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The cast and world-building generate strong listener attachment and anticipation for new seasons.
Listeners love the mix of suspense and humor; pacing keeps episodes binge-worthy.
Fans praise authentic voice acting and tight writing.

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#80
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Apple Podcasts
#201
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Apple Podcasts
#222
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Talking Points

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December 1, 1989 - Dead Body in the Trunk
Q: What is the practical explanation for the vending machine seemingly helping people in need?
Max explains that the phenomenon could be due to radio interference and environmental memory in old buildings, encouraging evidence gathering and historical digging, while acknowledging the human tendency to assign meaning to recurring patterns.
October 20th, 1989
Q: What happened with Anna?
Chloe describes a traumatic incident in which Anna was dragged away by a mysterious figure after previously escaping a dangerous man.
October 20th, 1989
Q: What did you see that day?
Chloe recounts witnessing a murder and the ensuing panic that followed as she and her friend tried to escape the dangerous situation.
September 29th, 1989
Q: So why would Cedus be so desperate to break the pact?
Something must have gone wrong, and the lighthouse demands more than just sacrifices.
September 29th, 1989
Q: What do you have to say about the reflections?
They are not supposed to be seen and noticing them gives them power.

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This show blends a nostalgic late-night radio vibe with fully produced audio dramas and listener call-ins, often lampooning or blurring the line between fiction and transmission. Episodes center on eerie folklore, haunted locales, and conspiracy-driven arcs, delivered with humor, suspense, and a strong sense of character-driven storytelling. Notable strengths include a cohesive world built around a charismatic host, recurring in-world lore, and a mix of intimate guest monologues with broader, suspenseful narratives that keep listeners hooked show after show.

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1. Tessa Marlowe
2. Doris Marvin
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4. Eric Harper
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6. Sarah Clarkson
7. Chris Benchley
8. Grace Lawson

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