Episode 117 - "The Picture in the House" by H.P. Lovecraft

The real Plate XII of “Regnum Congo”

Episode 117: (01/17/2022)

• Episode 117 features a retelling of “The Picture in the House” by H.P. Lovecraft.

• Bob explores some of the light that is shed on the reclusiveness and racism of the author through this story and how this is more blatantly portrayed in this story as opposed to becoming more hidden in some of his later work.

• This story was prompted by an accompanying series on the Lunatics Radio Hour that starts with Episode 95

• Thanks for listening everyone. Enjoy!

Episode 109 - Split Stone Saga - Version 3.0 by Abby Brenker

Episode 109: (12/19/2021)

• In Episode 109 of Bob's Short Story Hour, I am happy to present the next version of the "Split Stone Saga" story that was first presented in Episode 100 of BSSH by Jon Cook of the Fado Podcast.

• If you are unfamiliar with this project, please go back and listen to Episode 100 to learn more and how you can participate and have your version of the story told on the show! 

• Today’s variant was written by Abby Brenker of the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast and is based on the original story from Episode 100.

• This is going to be considered Variation 3.0.

• Thanks for listening everyone, and thank you Abby for your submission! 

Episode 103 - "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe

Episode 103: (10/17/2021)

• Episode 103 includes an incredible reading of "The Masque of the Red Death". This episode is part of a collaboration with the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast for their History of E. A. Poe and Poe stories episodes. Go over to LRH to learn more about Poe and hear more stories!

• "The Masque of the red Death" begins at 00:5

• Thanks for listening and supporting us for over 100 episodes! 

Episode 102 - "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe

Episode 102: (10/10/2021)

• Episode 102 includes an incredible reading of "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Robin Sand of the Hidden Oaks Podcast. This episode is part of a collaboration with the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast for their History of E. A. Poe and Poe stories episodes. Go over to LRH to learn more about Poe and hear more stories! 

• "The Tell-Tale Heart" begins at 01:43

• Thanks for listening and supporting us for over 100 episodes! 

Episode 101 - Chatting with Lunatics in New York City

Episode 101: (10/03/2021)

• Episode 101 includes my friend Collin Arnett and I visiting with Abby and Alan from the Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast on a recent trip out east. We chat about all manner of things, including some real-life paranormal experiences! 

  • Terror Australis Podcast: an Australian-based true-crime and conspiracy podcast hosted by Theresa Mae and Rachael Melva. Filled with lots of sarcasm. Each week we'll dive into a true-crime conversation, whether it's from Australia or anywhere across the world, every week a different and TERROR-inducing surprise. Grab a drink, some snacks, and join us for the best terror-filled joyride of your life!

• Featured ad for another That's Not Canon podcast "Terror Australis" - find them HERE

• Thanks for listening and for supporting us for over 100 episodes everyone! Enjoy! 

Episode 98 - "Smothered Mate" by P. W. Bridgman

Episode 98: (07/28/2021)

• Episode 98 features the return of an old friend of the podcast. British Columbian author PW Bridgman relatively recently released a new book of short stories and flash fiction entitled "The Four-Faced Liar". It's a fantastic collection of stories, and even includes a re-publication of one of my favorite stories "But No, Nothing" which you can listen to HERE.

• You can also find Mr. Bridgman's website HERE where you can purchase his books and find the latest updates.

• Story Timing Index: 

  • "Smothered Mate" starts at 01:13

• Thank you for listening!

Episode 88 - "Collaborating with Lunatics" Part 1

Episode 88: (04/05/2021)

• In Episode 88 I present the recent episode of the Lunatics Radio Hour on which I was featured as a guest. I joined Abby and Alan on their show and we discuss the history of pyromania and pyrokinesis in horror fiction. 

• Check out Lunatics Radio Hour anywhere you listen to podcasts for fantastic deep dives into the history behind all kinds of horror, monsters, folklore, and even true stories of hauntings and paranormal activity. 

• Visit them and find all their social media as well as other fun projects at https://www.lunaticsproject.com/

Episode 71 - "A Tough Tussle" by Ambrose Bierce

Episode 71: (11/11/2020)

• "A Tough Tussle" written by Ambrose Bierce.

• Thank you to all veterans for your service to your country. 

• Recommended Books this episode:

  • "The Guns of August" - by Barbara Tuchman 

  • "The Black Count" - by Tom Reiss

  • "Hero of the Empire" - by Candice Millard

  • "Rubicon" - by Tom Holland

• "A Tough Tussle" starts at 7:40

• Thanks for listening! 

Episode 61 - "The Scarlet Plague" Part 5 - by Jack London

Episode 61: (08/02/2020)

• Part 5 of a 6-part series

  1. “The Scarlet Plague” by Jack London

     • Originally published in 1912 this story bears an eerie resemblance to recent times.

     • It is written 60 years in our future in a post-apocalyptic world and discusses a plague that nearly wiped out human civilization in 2013.

     • To follow along with the text, click HERE

     • Go back to episode 56 to hear part 1 of this story

  2. Thanks for listening everyone. Stay tuned for part six coming soon!

  3. Stay home, listen to cool independent podcasts like this one, and Hidden Oaks and have a good night!

Episode 60 - "The Scarlet Plague" Part 4 - by Jack London

Episode 60: (08/02/2020)

• Part 4 of a 6-part series

  1. “The Scarlet Plague” by Jack London

     • Originally published in 1912 this story bears an eerie resemblance to recent times.

     • It is written 60 years in our future in a post-apocalyptic world and discusses a plague that nearly wiped out human civilization in 2013.

     • To follow along with the text, click HERE

     • Go back to episode 56 to hear part 1 of this story

  2. Thanks for listening everyone. Stay tuned for part five coming soon!

  3. Stay home, listen to cool independent podcasts like this one, and Hidden Oaks and have a good night!

Episode 59 - Special Dedication to Jeremie Ryckewaert

• Episode 59: (06/14/2020)

  • This episode is a special episode that we are inserting into the middle of our currently running series to honor a dear family member of mine who passed away. Jeremie Ryckewaert. He was an uncle and a good friend to me, and he will be greatly missed. His kindness to all, down-to-earth demeanor and his love for animals was unsurpassed by many. Love you Uncle Jer.

  • “At the Gate” by Myla Jo Closser will be the story told on this episode and dedicated to Jeremie and family.

  • To follow along with the text click HERE

  • To learn more about the life of Jeremie Ryckewaert, see his narrative obituary HERE

Jeremie and Bailey

Jeremie and Bailey

(Left to right, top to bottom: Julie, Jeremie, Luna and Bailey)

Episode 58 - "The Scarlet Plague" Part 3 - by Jack London

• Episode 58: (06/14/2020)

  • Part 3 of a 6-part series

    1. “The Scarlet Plague” by Jack London

       • Originally published in 1912 this story bears an eerie resemblance to recent times.

       • It is written 60 years in our future in a post-apocalyptic world and discusses a plague that nearly wiped out human civilization in 2013.

       • To follow along with the text, click HERE

       • Go back to episode 56 to hear part 1 of this story

    2. Thanks for listening everyone. Stay tuned for part four coming soon!

    3. Stay home, listen to cool independent podcasts like this one, and Hidden Oaks and have a good night!

  • For more information about the “Together Behind Four Walls” project mentioned in the introduction:

    • Facebook Page: HERE

    • Kickstarter page: HERE

    • Marie Curie Nurses info: HERE

    • Francis H. Powell website: HERE

Episode 57 - "The Scarlet Plague" Part 2 - by Jack London

• Episode 57: (06/14/2020)

  • Part 2 of a 6-part series

    1. “The Scarlet Plague” by Jack London

       • Originally published in 1912 this story bears an eerie resemblance to recent times.

       • It is written 60 years in our future in a post-apocalyptic world and discusses a plague that nearly wiped out human civilization in 2013.

       • To follow along with the text, click HERE

       • Go back to episode 56 to hear part 1 of this story

    2. Thanks for listening everyone. Stay tuned for part three coming soon!

    3. Stay home, listen to cool independent podcasts like this one, and Hidden Oaks and have a good night!

Episode 54 - "Hidden Oaks" Sneak Preview Part II

• Episode 53: (04/15/2020)

  • Special sneak preview of the new upcoming podcast Hidden Oaks written by Patrick W. Marsh, Owen Swerkstrom and Robert Daun, with original music by David Schwartz, and read by…me!

  • For more information about Patrick W. Marsh, check him out HERE

  • For more information about David Schwartz, check him and his music out HERE

  • For more information on how to find Owen Swerkstrom in person - listen to the credits of the show, I tell you how there.

  • For more information about me, contact me at bobsshortstoryhour@gmail.com

  • Stay tuned next week for another sneak peak into Hidden Oaks with a sit-down discussion with the creative minds behind the project - coming out Wednesday, April 29th!

Episode 26 (2017 Halloween Special!!!)

• Episode 26 (2017 Halloween Special!!!): (10/29/2017)
  • "The Toll House"  by W. W. Jacobs
  • To download the W. W. Jacobs short story compilation ebook entitled "Sailors' Knots" for free thanks to the Gutenberg project, click HERE
  • I was going to link to some good Barnes and Noble compilation of W. W. Jacobs stories, but I can't seem to find one. If any of you listeners knows of a more contemporary or full anthology of W. W. Jacobs works, please let me know - email bobsshortstoryhour@gmail.com

Episode 1

• Episode 1: (12/23/2015)

  • "The White Ship" - H.P. Lovecraft (Public Domain)

  • "Christmas Unplugged" - Sherry Roberts

    • Sherry's books can be found at www.sherry-roberts.com and Amazon.com

Download the first episode of BSSH by clicking on the Download link above. Or listen right here. Episode is also available as an iTunes podcast.