Episode 33 - A Story About Us

• Episode 32 - Matt’s Birthday Banter Episode: (11/25/2018)

  • Happy Birthday to special guest Matthew Hogan

  • We are joined by friends Clara and Chris and special call in guests Ben Trapp and Eli

  • Banter, Stories about us, A History of the Banana Republic, and a short story by Matt Hogan

Author Matt Hogan (Left) and Your Host (Right)

Episode 32 - 2018 Halloween Special Part 2!!!

• Episode 32 - 2018 Halloween Special Part 2: (10/30/2018)

  • “Lot No. 249” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

  • Happy Halloween everyone. I hope you all have a fantastic fall!

  • Thanks for listening!

Episode 31 - 2018 Halloween Special Part 1!!!

• Episode 31 - 2018 Halloween Special Part 1: (10/26/2018)

  • “The Upper Berth” by F. Marion Crawford

  • Part two will be coming out next Monday - 10/29/2018, so stay tuned for yet another story for this Halloween’s special episode!

Episode 30

• Episode 30: (10/14/2018)

  • “The Overlook" by Tom Combs

    • You can find out more about Tom Combs on his website at: www.tom-combs.com

    • Tom’s books in the Drake Cody series are available on Amazon by clicking HERE

    • Audiobooks will soon be available, narrated by Bob! from THIS SHOW! Nerve Damage is scheduled to be released near Christmas 2018! Updates to come soon.

  • “The Boarded Window" by Ambrose Bierce

    • Ambrose Bierce’s stories are in the public domain and can be found in Barnes & Noble anthologies as well as through the Gutenberg project, Goodreads, and Feedbooks.com

  • Songs “The Simplest Things We Do” and “Day 2 of the Rest of My Life” by Braden Canfield from the album “Seven Songs of Dying (and another)”

    • More information about Braden, his music, and where his music can be purchased can be found on his website HERE

    • I was told “Seven Songs of Dying (and another)” was up for sale online, but I’m looking for it now and not seeing it. Please stay tuned for updates on how to purchase this music if you’re interested. Email me if I forget to mention it! Thanks!

    • Thanks for listening everyone. Enjoy!

Episode 29

• Episode 29: (5/19/2018)
  • "Metal Myths" by Iona Douglas
    • Iona Douglas can be followed on her twitter page by clicking HERE
    • Iona has other stories that have been featured on podcasts and that are available in audio format
    • To listen to her story "Make it, Raine" also narrated by Rob Stuart-Hudson, click HERE
  • Guest voice actor Rob Stuart-Hudson
    • Rob is an actor, voice actor, and improvisor from the United Kingdom.
    • Rob can be followed on twitter by clicking HERE
    • Find Rob's facebook page with links to his other works by clicking HERE

Episode 28

• Episode 28: (2/28/18)
  • A Baker's Wife bakery
    • They can be found at 4800 28th Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN, 55406
    • Visit the shop's facebook page by clicking HERE
  • "The Ghosts" by Lord Dunsany
  • "The Story of the Inexperienced Ghost" by H. G. Wells
  • I recommend physical or ebook copies of authors/stories such as these be found through the Barnes & Noble Classics editions which can be found HERE
  • Both the stories you heard on this show can be found in this anthology along with many other ghost stories - HERE

Episode 27 (2nd Anniversary Special)

• Episode 27 (Belated 2nd Anniversary Special!): (1/18/18)
  • "Glass Stones" by Matthew Hogan
  • "In an Absent Dream" by Marian Thorpe
    • You can learn more about Marian by visiting her website at marianlthorpe.com
    • Marian's books can be purchased in paperback or ebook format at amazon.com
    • Visit Marian's facebook page by clicking HERE
  • Songs "Gentle Sailor" and "I Spent Eternity in Target Yesterday" off the album Soul, Stone and Sundry by musical guest Braden Canfield
    • You can find out more about Braden and his music by visiting his website HERE
    • Braden's album Soul, Stone and Sundry can be purchased on cdbaby by clicking HERE

Author Marian Thorpe

Soul, Stone and Sundry - Braden Canfield

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 25

• Episode 25 (International Podcast Day Special!): (10/3/2017)
  • "The Passenger" (Excerpt from the book The Sailing Master Book II: The Long Passage) by Lee Henschel Jr.
    • For more information about Lee and his books, click HERE
    • To purchase Lee's books online click HERE (Book 1) and HERE (Book 2)
  • "Sutter's Well" by Jeff Chapman
    • You can find out more about Jeff by visiting his website at
    • Jeff kindly sent me a copy of his book - The Black Blade: A Huckster Novel which is next up on my reading list. If you would like to read that book as well, it can be purchased HERE
    • Jeff's other books can be purchased through his website or on
  • Finally - I forgot to give out a thank you to the listeners who reached out to me over my summer hiatus. I have said on the show before that I don't often hear from the listeners - I haven't heard good or bad comments, gotten feedback on what I'm doing or not doing on the show, etc. However, I have to say, when you all reached out saying "Hey, we miss you! Do another show" or "Bob! We are all caught up, where did you go? Can you come back?" I was very touched. It meant a lot to me and it was the encouragement I needed to get back in the studio. Thanks everyone.
  • Kim G. - your story submissions will most likely be this years Halloween Special so - Stay Tuned!!!

Episode 24

• Episode 24: (6/28/2017)
  • Updates about the show!
  • Book recommendations and updates regarding the brand new "Bob's Book Reviews" page.
  • We are now also available on stitcher - on demand radio (as well as nearly every other podcast source)
  • "The Facts in the Case of M. Hussman" by Jeff Chapman
    • You can find out more about Jeff by visiting his website at www.jeffchapmanbooks.com
    • Jeff's books can be purchased via links on his website above, or on www.amazon.com

Author Jeff Chapman

Episode 23

• Episode 23: (05/13/2017)
  • Interview with MN writer Matt Hogan
  • Part X (Laws # 17 - 22) of "The Peterson Laws" by Dr. Dave Peterson
    • Click HERE to buy your own copy of "The Peterson Laws"
  • "The Voice That Tamed the West" by Matt Hogan as read by the author himself.
  • In-Episode Plugs:
    • "'Za" - closed Minnesotan-Italian food restaurant
    • "Daniela's" - fine chocolates and gelato in Forest Lake, MN - danielaschocolates.com
    • "Barley John's" - brewpub/brewery in New Brighton, MN and New Richmond, WI - barleyjohns.com
      • The beer Matt and I were enjoying during the show was Barley John's "Wild Brunette" Brown Ale

Writer and All-Around Good Guy - Matthew Hogan (Black Coat)

Episode 22

• Episode 22: (4/14/2017)
  • The Rhinelander, Wisconsin folklore tale of The Hodag, as related by Bob
  • "Kwik Encounters" Part II by Debra Geffen
    • To read Debra's wonderful blog including recipes, stories, history and more click HERE
  • "Diamond Lil" by Jerry Mevissen
    • To find Jerry's website, click HERE
    • To purchase Jerry's latest book "That Reminds Me" click HERE
    • To purchase the book "Broken Hart" (the book from which the stories have been featured on this show), click HERE
  • The songs "Hodag" and "Thunder God" off the album "Eaten by Crows" by musical guest Meat Raffle Road
    • To stream or download songs from or the whole album - click HERE

Musical Guest - Meat Raffle Road

Actual original image of "The Hodag Capture" circa 1893

Author/Blogger/All-around awesome person - Debra Geffen

Episode 21

• Episode 21: 03/13/2017
  • "The Egg" by Amelia Chambers
    • Visit Amelia's website by clicking HERE
  • Part IX of "The Peterson Laws" featuring Laws # 15 & 16 by Dr. Dave Peterson
    • For your own copy of The Peterson Laws, click HERE
  • "Kwik Encounters" Part I by Debra Geffen
    • To read Debra's wonderful blog including recipes, stories, history and more click HERE
  • Background music for The Peterson Laws - "Redemption Song" by musical guest Jocko MacNelly
    • Jocko's website - HERE
    • Jock's music sales - HERE
  • Songs "Gone All Wonder" and "Ursa Major" written and performed by musical guest Braden Canfield
    • Visit Braden's website HERE
    • And you can purchase his music HERE

Episode 20

• Episode 20: (02/11/2017)
  • "Why Birds Fly" by Florence Witkop
    • To learn more about Florence and to purchase her books, visit her website HERE
  • "A Mound" by Ame Terra
    • To purchase either of Ame Terra's novels click HERE
  • Part VIII of "The Peterson Laws" (Law #14) by Dr. David Peterson
    • To purchase your own copy of Dr. Peterson's Laws, click HERE
  • "I Hate Mondays" by Matthew Hogan
  • Background Music for "The Peterson Laws": "Redemption Song" by Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly from Jocko's Yellow Album of Guitar Music
    • Jocko's website can be found HERE
    • His CD's can be purchased on the website or by clicking HERE
  • Songs "Wildest Geese..." by Musical Guest Braden Canfield and "Cheated" by Haunted Laundry
    • You can find out more about Braden and his music by visiting his website HERE
    • Braden's first album "Soul, Stone and Sundry" can be purchased on CDbaby by clicking HERE

Author Florence Witkop

Visual of the Mound - in Ame Terra's story

Dr. Dave Peterson of The Peterson Laws

Writer Matthew Hogan (in the black jacket)

Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly in Studio

Musical Guest Braden Canfield

Episode 19

• Episode 19: (01/16/2017)
  • "The End" by Matthew Hogan
  • Part VII of "The Peterson Laws" (Laws #12 & 13) by Dr. David Peterson
    • To purchase a copy of "The Petereson Laws: The Rules of Life, Laughter and Emergency Medicine" click here: www.amazon.com
  • "The Old Man in the Hospital" by Van Allen
    • To learn more about Van Allen and to purchase his works, visit his website at www.VanAllenFiction.com
  • Background music for "The Peterson Laws": "Redemption Song" by Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly from Jocko's Yellow Album of Guitar Music
    • Jocko's website can be found HERE
    • His CD's can be purchased on the website or by clicking HERE
  • Songs "Western Skies" & "Blue Canadian Rockies" by Musical Guest Kyle Fosburgh
    • Kyle's website can be found HERE
    • You can purchase any and all of Kyle's music on bandcamp.com by clicking HERE

Author Matthew Hogan (right) fishing in Alaska

Author Van Allen

Musical Guest Kyle Fosburgh

Jocko MacNelly's "Jocko's Yellow Album of Guitar Music"

Episode 18 (1st Anniversary Special)

• Episode 18: (12/23/2016)
  • "Pre-Dude Days" by Michael Jerome Troy
    • You can learn more about Michael by visiting his website at www.michaeljerometroy.com
    • To purchase a copy of his book "Sinai Subway" click HERE
  • Part VI of "The Peterson Laws" (Laws #10 & 11) by Dr. David Peterson
    • To purchase a copy of "The Petereson Laws: The Rules of Life, Laughter and Emergency Medicine" click here: www.amazon.com
  • "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
    • For a free downloadable copy of this story click HERE
    • To purchase a copy of selected stories by O. Henry, click HERE
  • Background Music for "The Peterson Laws": "Money for Your Major Boom" by Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly from Jocko's Yellow Album of Guitar Music
    • Jocko's website can be found HERE
    • His CD's can be purchased on the website or by clicking HERE
  • Songs "Fortune Within" & "Variations on Wildwood Flower" by Musical Guest Kyle Fosburgh
    • Kyle's website can be found HERE
    • You can purchase any and all of Kyle's music on bandcamp.com by clicking HERE

Author Michael Jerome Troy

Author/Physician Dave Peterson

Musical Guest Kyle Fosburgh

Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly

Episode 17 (Halloween Special!)

• Episode 17:  (10/27/2016)
  • "The Lurking Fear" by H. P. Lovecraft
    • To purchase Bob's favorite anthology of H.P. Lovecraft's works click HERE
    • Most of H. P. Lovecraft's works are in the public domain, are beautifully written, provide fantastic, horrifying and weird tales and can be downloaded as ebooks for free on goodreads.com, the gutenberg project, or at feedbooks.com. I encourage you to check out more of his works!
  • Intro/Outro story improvised by your host.

Author H. P. Lovecraft

Host Bob with his alpaca Ringo

Episode 16

• Episode 16: (10/24/2016)
  • "Coat's Tale" by Norman Turrell
    • Visit Mr. Turrell's website HERE
    • Find Norman's published books on amazon by clicking HERE
  • Part V of "The Peterson Laws" (Law #9) by Dr. David Peterson
    • To purchase a copy of "The Petereson Laws: The Rules of Life, Laughter and Emergency Medicine" click here: www.amazon.com
  • Part VI of "The Greenland Diaries" days 17 & 19 by Patrick Marsh
    • If you like it and want to read more, you will have to tune in to future episodes, or if you absolutely can't wait, you can purchase the hard copy of the book featuring diary days 1-100 directly from Patrick HERE or in ebook format on www.amazon.com
    • To read the first ten days of "The Greenland Diaries" for free, click HERE
    • To learn more about Patrick, visit his website www.basementsaid.com
  • The song "Money for your Major Boom" and the background Music for "The Peterson Laws": "Redemption Song" by Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly from Jocko's Yellow Album of Guitar Music
    • Jocko's website can be found HERE
    • His CD's can be purchased on the website or by clicking HERE

Author Norman Turrell

Author Dr. Dave Peterson

Author Patrick W. Marsh

Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly

Episode 15

• Episode 15: (10/4/2016) - Special International Podcast Day edition!

  • "But No, Nothing" by P. W. Bridgman

    • Visit Mr. Bridgman's website HERE

    • Purchase "Standing at an Angle to My Age" by clicking HERE

Author P. W. Bridgman

Episode 14

• Episode 14: (9/25/2016)

  • "The Spider's Spinning" by Marian Thorpe

    • You can learn more about Marian by visiting her website at marianlthorpe.com

    • To purchase Marian's novel "Empire's Daughter" click HERE

    • Visit Marian's Facebook page HERE

  • Part IV of "The Peterson Laws" (Laws #7 & 8) by Dr. David Peterson

    • To purchase a copy of "The Petereson Laws: The Rules of Life, Laughter and Emergency Medicine" click here: www.amazon.com

  • Part V of "The Greenland Diaries" days 14-16 by Patrick Marsh

    • If you like it and want to read more, you will have to tune in to future episodes, or if you absolutely can't wait, you can purchase the hard copy of the book featuring diary days 1-100 directly from Patrick HERE or in ebook format on www.amazon.com

    • To read the first ten days of "The Greenland Diaries" for free, click HERE

    • To learn more about Patrick, visit his website www.basementsaid.com

  • The song "Money for your Major Boom" and the background Music for "The Peterson Laws": "Redemption Song" by Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly from Jocko's Yellow Album of Guitar Music

    • Jocko's website can be found HERE

    • His CD's can be purchased on the website or by clicking HERE

Author Marian Thorpe

Author/Physician Dave Peterson

Author Patrick Marsh

Musical Guest Jocko MacNelly