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The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast restores and narrates forgotten and underrated vintage science fiction short stories spanning from the 1700s through the mid-1960s. Each episode features a professionally narrated classic drawn from pioneering speculative fiction and the magazine era that shaped modern science fiction. Released several times a week, the podcast explores timeless ideas—alien encounters, artificial intelligence, time travel, dystopian futures, and the human cost of progress—through stories by

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00:40:18

The Portable Star by Isaac Asimov

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/18

Holden made love to his friend’s wife. Because he couldn’t help it. The Portable Star by Isaac Asimov, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. There will come a time when we will run out of stories in the public domain to share with you that were written by Isaac Asimov. Fortunately, today is not that day. Considering when it was published in 1955, this story was more than a little risqué. By today’s standards, not so much. Our story appeared in the final issue of Thrilling Wonder Stories magazine

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23:30

Fluorocarbons Are Here To Stay! by Donald E. Westlake...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/17

What happened to the Smith Wrecking and Salvage Company when it tried to tear down the all fluoryl plastic City Hall is enough to make a man with a heart of stone laugh. Fluorocarbons are Here to Stay! By Donald E. Westlake, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Sometimes you read a story and fall in love with the author. Such was the case when I read Donald E. Westlake’s The Spy in the Elevator. So I went in search of another clever Westlake story to narrate and here it is.If you’ve got it, open

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19:10

The Fearsome Touch of Death by Robert E. Howard -...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/17

As long as midnight cloaks the earth with shadows grim and dark, God save us from the Judas kiss of a dead man in the dark. The Fearsome Touch of Death by Robert E. Howard, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts are appreciated, nospammers2010 gave us 5 Stars and says, “Expert curation of the golden age. I’ve been a fan of sci-fi for decades, and very much appreciate the quality of the golden age writers. What sets this podcast apart is that the curator and

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20:34

Mimic by Donald A. Wollheim - A Spooky Sci-Fi Short...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/15

He walked alone in the dawn and the dusk, and no one knew his name. But the day he perished, and the way he perished–a world will never forget! Mimic by Donald A. Wollheim, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Special thanks to podcast listener Marwin de Haan who bought us 5 coffees and says “Thank you so much for making my daily commute pleasurable. I love the stories you pick to narrate, and think your voice and style are perfect for the era of sci-fi you have chosen. Also, the reason you do

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24:36

Old Rambling House by Frank Herbert - A Short Story...

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2024/06/14

All the Grahams desired was a home they could call their own ... but what did the home want? Old Rambling House by Frank Herbert, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Thanks for all you do to help promote our podcast. In the last few days, thanks to you, more people have listened than ever before. We have our highest ranking ever in Canada, Great Britain, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, The Philippines and the United States. Thank you!Another 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! August100 says, “Terrific Dose

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59:40

Fondly Fahrenheit by Alfred Bester - Sci Fi Short...

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2024/06/10

What happens when a robot programmed to obey commits murder in the heat of summer? Fondly Fahrenheit by Alfred Bester, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Another 5 star rating and review! This from Johnny Vancouver on Apple Podcasts Canada who says, “The best! Simply, the best vintage sci fi podcast ever. Great stories here that I would never have heard of if not for this podcast.” Thank you Johnny Vancouver!!Alfred Bester makes his debut on the podcast today thanks to a request from our

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00:59:40

Fondly Fahrenheit by Alfred Bester

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/09

What happens when a robot programmed to obey commits murder in the heat of summer? Fondly Fahrenheit by Alfred Bester, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Another 5 star rating and review! This from Johnny Vancouver on Apple Podcasts Canada who says, “The best! Simply, the best vintage sci fi podcast ever. Great stories here that I would never have heard of if not for this podcast.” Thank you Johnny Vancouver!! Alfred Bester makes his debut on the podcast today thanks to a request from our listen

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26:28

Outcast of the Stars by Ray Bradbury - Science...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/05

To the mighty lords of infinity he sent a burning message–“You can deny a man everything–everything but his heritage… the stars!” Outcast of the Stars by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.One of the most celebrated writers of science fiction returns to the podcast today. This is the 13th Ray Bradbury story on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Initially published as Outcast of the Stars but, sometimes titled The Rocket.From the time worn pages of Super Science Stories in March 1950, turn to

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35:50

The Weapon by Isaac Asimov - Short Sci Fi Story From...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/06/03

“You ask us of Mars for a weapon to save your world. We have it–but it is not for you Earthman. Men may die and planets perish, but we break not the law of the universe–Every civilization must work out its own destiny!” The Weapon by Isaac Asimov, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.When we started The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast a little over two years ago we had no idea what to expect, would anybody listen? Would anybody care? That’s why you’re overwhelming worldwide support means so much to us.Curious

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28:00

The Monsters by Robert Sheckley - Short Sci Fi Story...

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2024/05/30

Cordovir and Hum encounter a mysterious metallic object balancing on fire! As they debate its origins, a chilling realization sets in: what lurks inside could challenge everything they know about morality and truth. The Monsters by Robert Sheckley, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Thanks to our thousands of listeners who listen on Spotify where we have 191 ratings with an average rating of 4.9.After listening to “The Magnificent Possession by Isaac Asimov”, Arthur Carroll says, “Loved it

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00:28:00

The Monsters by Robert Sheckley

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/30

Cordovir and Hum encounter a mysterious metallic object balancing on fire! As they debate its origins, a chilling realization sets in: what lurks inside could challenge everything they know about morality and truth. The Monsters by Robert Sheckley, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thanks to our thousands of listeners who listen on Spotify, where we have 191 ratings with an average rating of 4.9. After listening to “The Magnificent Possession” by Isaac Asimov, Arthur Carroll says, “Loved it

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18:43

The Missing Room by Lynn Venable - Short Sci Fi Story...

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2024/05/27

It was a dream house; yet the dream could have been a nightmare… The Missing Room by Lynn Venable, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Your support for our podcast has been phenomenal and we thank you. Future Space Engineer bought us 5 coffees and says, “Great narration and story curation!” Thanks Future Space Engineer!☕ Buy Me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/scottsVWe will never get tired of your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts. NoIamYourFather had this to say, “Best Podcast Around - I

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47:02

The Moon is Green by Fritz Leiber - Short Science...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/24

Anybody who wanted to escape death could, by paying a very simple price—denial of life! The Moon is Green by Fritz Leiber, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Once again we’ve received another 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, this from Amgreenbean “Great stories. So happy I found this podcast! The background information on the authors and stories are phenomenal! Thanks.” Thank you Amgreenbean! Your 5 star reviews make a difference and we'd appreciate it if you would leave us a 5 star review on

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24:53

The Engineer by Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth -...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/20

The Big Wheels of tomorrow will be men who can see the big picture. But blowouts have small beginnings… The Engineer by Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Your support of our podcast is amazing. We’ve received a lot of emails recently, this is one of them, “I've recently discovered your podcast and it has been a God send. I have an hour commute to work every day and these stories are the perfect entertainment to keep me alert on the drive. I sometimes listened

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11:27

The Good Husband by Evelyn E. Smith - Sci Fi Short...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/16

Ellen’s husband was so quiet and self-effacing she could almost picture him apologizing for the inscription on his own tombstone. The Good Husband by Evelyn E. Smith, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.We love hearing from you, whether it’s on Spotify, YouTube or when you send us an email. Hearing from our listeners all over the world is so gratifying. Peter Schreyer from Antwerp, Belgium says, “As a visually impaired person with frequent painful cornea erosions, listening to the lost Sci-Fi

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42:10

Space-Wolf by Ray Cummings - Short Science Fiction...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/15

The lure of precious zolonite drew Morgan to barren Titan—to find a weird beast-empire ruled by a cold-eyed Earth-girl queen. Space-Wolf by Ray Cummings, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Another 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Australia! Irma Stolfo says, “Simply the best.” This podcast has made me fall in love with not only the genre of Science fiction but also the art of audio books. Your many character voices paint a colourful picture that really bring the fantastic words of these vintage

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18:52

Beyond the Ultra Violet by Frank M. Robinson -...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/06

Experimenting with the eyes can be a very dangerous thing. You can go blind—or maybe you’ll see something no man alive was meant to look upon! Beyond the Ultra Violet by Frank M. Robinson, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Another 5 star review on Apple Podcasts! This one from ez-read-twoforty, “My favorite. Amazing podcast! I love the older sci-fi and the narrator’s voice is perfect for it!” Thank you ez-read-twoforty, we appreciate the kind words and the 5 stars. You can leave us a 5 star

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00:45:11

You Are Forbidden by Jerry Shelton

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/04

In a future where fate is determined by Predictable Life-Lines, Dr. Jules Craig wrestles with the ethical dilemma of revealing a patient’s grim destiny while concealing his own. As he grapples with the weight of his own experiment to alter his predicted future, a chilling revelation threatens to unravel his sanity and reshape his understanding of destiny. You Are Forbidden by Jerry Shelton, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Your continued support for the podcast is extremely gratifying

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45:11

You Are Forbidden by Jerry Shelton - Short Sci Fi...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/04

In a future where fate is determined by Predictable Life-Lines, Dr. Jules Craig wrestles with the ethical dilemma of revealing a patient's grim destiny while concealing his own. As he grapples with the weight of his own experiment to alter his predicted future, a chilling revelation threatens to unravel his sanity and reshape his understanding of destiny. You Are Forbidden by Jerry Shelton, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Your continued support for the podcast is extremely gratifying. Special

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35:44

The Star by H. G. Wells - Sci-Fi Short Story From the...

The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories ·

2024/05/03

As a mysterious star hurtles toward Earth, bringing with it unprecedented chaos and destruction, humanity grapples with the impending apocalypse and the uncertain fate of their world. Amidst the turmoil, a diverse array of individuals—from scientists to lovers, from scholars to refugees—navigate the cataclysmic events and search for meaning in the face of annihilation. The Star by H. G. Wells, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.We are thankful for you. Our audience continues to grow around the

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