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After Words Paranormal

For you, the lover of eerie, disquieting ghostly tales, this Podcast was created. Join me, Shelby Rickart as I present stories from darkest corners. Tales from literature, modern authors and you, the listener, all told with a generous sprinkling of history, facts and more. Stories reflect the human soul, and the need to be heard never dies…

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48:21

Welcome Home

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/04/15

Send us a text I have always wondered if after I shuffle off the mortal coil, I would be able to travel through time or continue to do the things I loved. In our story, a young woman has made a long journey to say good-bye to her dying mother. Sadly, it does not turn out to be the journey she was expecting. But, back to my question: could I travel to ancient Egypt or Mesoamerica? Can I go horseback riding whenever I want? These answers and more await you. Join us!! NOTE: Do not be concer...

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46:56

About the Dark

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/04/08

Send us a text Do you like exploring caves? True spelunking is not my thing, and if I’m watching a show about it, my hand get sweaty. Our story for this episode is, “About the Dark,” by Alison Littlewood. The cave in this story has a darkness that is alive, unfortunately for some teenagers. Caves are famous for being haunted, and we'll crawl in a few Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Sound Effects Library: "Lion" Narration: Robert B...

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35:17

The Marmot

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/04/01

Send us a text On this episode, we present “The Marmot,” by Alison V. Harding, a horrifying tale of a creature so deadly I hesitated to even read it. Not really. This story struck my fancy because the monster is actually one of the cutest creatures on the planet, a marmot. It’s definitely a weird tale, and a great choice for April Fool's Day! Before we dive into the story, we'll look at the facts about this truly "vicious" creature. Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," Audio Jun...

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31:05

The Black Tree Inn

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/03/25

Send us a text This week’s episode is all about ghosties!! Our story, “The Black Tree Inn,” by Brianna Raine, a young man inherits a pub. Unfortunately, he also inherits a ghost. I love haunted hotels. Especially if they are in my home town state, Utah. Let’s look at one of the ghostliest. Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," "Scary Atmosphere" Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Narration: Robert Breault Please join us! Like and follow our Facebook page to become " pat...

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36:12

The Malignant Entity pt. 2

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/03/18

Send us a text The story for this episode is, “The Malignant Entity pt. 2,” by Otis Adelbert Kline. In our story, a scientist has tried to create life from lifeless protoplasm. At least he thinks it is lifeless. As it turns out, the protoplasm has a mind of its own, and it isn’t terribly friendly. At all. Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Jerry Goldsmith: "The Omen" Narration: Robert Breault Please join us! Like and follow our Facebook pag...

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34:51

The Malignant Entity pt. 1

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/03/11

Send us a text The story for this episode is, “The Malignant Entity pt.1,” by Otis Adelbert Kline. In our story, a scientist has tried to create life from lifeless protoplasm. At least he thinks it is lifeless. As it turns out, the protoplasm has a mind of its own, and it isn’t terribly friendly. We'll also look at simple cell life to see if a creature like this could exist. Part 2 will continue on the next episode. Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," "Haunted Atmosphere" Audio Jungle: "...

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37:32

The Death Watch

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/03/04

Send us a text On this episode we have a tale of a young woman desperate for the return of her dead brother. “The Death Watch,” by Hugh B. Cave features a radio as the instrument of necromancy. This creepy story is an excellent example of the old adage, "Be careful what you wish for, young lady." Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," "Airlock" Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Narration: Robert Breault Please join us! Like and follow our Facebook page to become " patron of the...

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36:34

The Man in the Green Coat part 2

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/02/25

Send us a text Our story for this episode, “The Man in the Green Coat, part 2” by Eli Colter, is a tale of murder, love and the lust for gold. A strange little man has discovered the alchemy formula to turn metal to gold, and by doing so launches several unfortunate events. This is the conclusion to the story in episode #176. Join us!! Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," "Dark Shadows" Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Narration: Robert Breault Please join us! Like and follow our ...

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51:24

The Man in the Green Coat, part 1

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/02/18

Send us a text Our story for this episode, “The Man in the Green Coat, part 1” by Eli Colter, is a tale of murder, love and the lust for gold. A strange little man has discovered the alchemy formula to turn metal to gold, and by doing so launches several unfortunate events. The formula for turning common metal into gold has been sought by alchemists for centuries. We'll take a look at alchemy, and what it takes to become an alchemist, join us and maybe you’ll be able to turn your forks ...

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25:40

In my Day...

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/02/11

Send us a text Our story for this episode is, “In My Day…,” by Wondra Vanian. When a problem occurs on a bus, one of the passengers manages to it in a most unconventional way—by using a spell. There are wonderful instructions out there in internet land for becoming a sorcerer or sorceress, so grab your broom and pointed hat as we learn a few. Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Celtic Spa and Relaxation Witch Forest and Little Cat Cafe Na...

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29:19

Many Happy Returns

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/02/04

Send us a text Have you every wished for immortality? In this week's episode, we meet an elderly couple who have mastered the art of staying alive by stealing life from others. We'll also look at some sure-fire ways to become immortal, just in case you were interested... Music Fesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes" Frank Sinatra: "That's Life" Vicky Down and his Gag Band: "Happy Birthday" Narration: Robert Breault Please join us! Like and follow our Faceb...

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32:50

The Police Station

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/01/28

Send us a textOur story for this episode is “The Police Station,” by Bruce Memblatt. A young man is being held at a police station being questioned for a crime he doesn’t remember. When he finally does his horrible penalty has already been carried out. When things go wrong, the police can be the welcome voice of reason. They deal strictly with facts and solid evidence. No hearsay, maybes or guesses. But what happens when the police bump into something they can’t explain rationally? We'll...

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35:59

Attention Shoppers:

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/01/21

Send us a textMy mind loves to play, “what if?” It waits until I’m in a normal, everyday circumstance such as grocery shopping, getting a drink from a vending machine, or riding on Trax, Salt Lake City’s trolley service.The game sounds something like this:What if…as you take that box of Cheerios from the shelf, you unwittingly release a ghoul from its slumber, and it ravaged the entire grocery store?Or…what if, as you reach into the vending machine for that Diet Pepsi, something grabs your ha...

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28:36

The Finishing Touches

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/01/14

Send us a textThis week’s story is, “The Finishing Touches,” by Renier Wyers. It involves a manic artist bent on finishing what he thinks is a master painting. Unfortunately, the painting becomes a portal for evil. We’ve touched on haunted paintings and cursed art objects in previous episodes, and since our artist’s work shocks and disturbs those who see it, we'll look at actual paintings by famous artists that shocked and disturbed the public. MusicFesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," "Th...

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30:28

The Nightmare Road

After Words Paranormal ·

2025/01/07

Send us a textWe’re taking a little trip to Germany in this week’s episode, so pack up your lederhosen and dirndls and crosses to ward off evil. Yes, it’s that kind of story. “The Nightmare Road,” by Florence Crow features a young man on a road chock full of ghoulies and ghastly sights. I looked into German folklore and found several nasty creatures, including several who lure and drown people and a bevy of different kinds of witches. But one jumped out at me (pun intended) as the most pertin...

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26:03

The Seeking Thing

After Words Paranormal ·

2024/12/31

Send us a textThe story for this episode is, “The Seeking Thing,” by Janet Hirsch. A man travels a lonely road at night and picks up an unknown hitchhiker. This hitchhiker is seeking more than just a lift.Although our story is technically not an urban legend, cars, roads and driving have generated several well-known urban legends. We'll look at a few.MusicFesliyan Studios: "Ghost Stories," "Anticipation"Audio Jungle: "Halloween Waltzes"Narration: Robert BreaultPlease join us! Like and follow ...

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58:18

The Judge's House

After Words Paranormal ·

2024/12/24

Send us a textRegardless of which holiday you celebrate this time of year, it is no doubt ripe with traditions. One of those traditions is the telling of ghost stories. So, to honor this on this episode we present, “The Judge’s House,” by Bram Stoker, the author of, “Dracula.” There’s nothing with fangs in this story, just the tale of a student who rents an abandoned house for some quiet study time but gets something far more evil.This story was written during a time when ghost stories ...

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26:21

Two for the Season

After Words Paranormal ·

2024/12/18

Send us a textYes, it’s that wonderful time of the year full of holiday cheer. To celebrate, we offer two stories on this week’s episode. It’s because you’ve been so good (and ghoulish) all year.Both stories come from the shelf labeled, “Inanimate Things Come to Life.” First, we have, “Smoke Fantasy,” by Thomas R. Jordan, in which a writer’s-block-stricken author uses smoke to imagine a character. Unfortunately, the character doesn’t stay on the page. Our second story is, “The Old Black Hat,”...

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42:51

The Wages of Sin

After Words Paranormal ·

2024/12/10

Send us a textOur story for this episode is, “The Wages of Sin,” by Graeme Reynolds. A talented metal worker has created mysterious pieces of a machine for a client. When they are put together, they create something terrifying. The client created the machine for health benefits. Through the centuries there have been some truly weird and even disturbing heath products and treatments. We'll look at a few, and if you are eating something I suggest you push it aside before listening.MusicFe...

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48:28

Street Lights

After Words Paranormal ·

2024/12/03

Send us a textIt’s the time of year when we humans must rely more on artificial light to make our way through the darkness. Whether in our homes or on the streets, we are helpless without it. In our story, “Street Lights,” by Barry Thisbone, a mother warns her children not to look behind them at night if a streetlight goes out. Unfortunately, her warning turns out to be more than just an urban legend.Urban legends are told in every culture around the world. Are they weird entertainment or cau...

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