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Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show

New Stories; Vintage Vibes! Take an exciting leap back in time to celebrate the tradition of radio drama! Shortwave Kitsch is a comedic peek into a slice of history that’ll keep you wanting more! Each show is a new work written, performed, and recorded by local Charlestonians in front of a live audience. Every episode will be available here on the modern-day interwebs so you never have to miss out on any of our stories as we travel back in time, through space, out into the great Wild West, and all

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00:34:04

A Hog Killin’ Time: “A Matter of Life and Debt”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/09/08

Shortwave KitschSeason 13, Episode 1A Hog Killin’ Time - “A Matter of Life and Debt”Written by Brandon L. JoynerIn the dusty town of Giddy-Up Gulch, life is usually slow, spirits are strong, and trouble has a funny way of finding Prudence Beaumont and her colorful band of misfits. But when banker Horace Dyke bursts into the Scratchin’ Post claiming the bank has been robbed, Pru and Lucky Allman discover something far stranger than missing money.A mysterious ledger page has disappeared—one that could

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01:03:09

A Clutterbuck Special Presentation: The Best of Dr....

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/08/25

Season 12 BONUSShortwave KitschA Clutterbuck Special Presentation: The Best of Dr. Clutterbuck, Volume 2! Written by Brandon L. Joyner Welcome to The Best of Clutterbuck, Volume 2! In this special episode, the infamous Dr. Clutterbuck invites you on an unforgettable, hilarious journey. Open your ears and enjoy this uproarious compilation from Shortwave Kitsch, capturing the ludicrous pizazz of the century's ultimate snake oil salesman.This collection is a fast-paced romp into classic radio

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00:32:14

Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Float Like a Finger,...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/08/11

Shortwave KitschSeason 12, Episode 6Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Float Like a Finger, Sting Like a Plea!”Written by Brandon L. JoynerDisgraced former FBI agent Jack Finger may have been pushed from the federal ranks, but he hasn’t lost his taste for justice—or trouble. Tonight, his latest assignment takes him undercover into a smoky betting parlor, where a high-stakes boxing match is about to turn into something much more dangerous.As fighter Tommy Malone steps into the ring, Jack begins to

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00:34:18

Life With Elara - All Whisk and No Reward!

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/07/28

Shortwave KitschSeason 12, Episode 5Life With Elara - All Whisk and No Reward!Written by Brandon L. JoynerElara Newton is determined to prove she can fit in on Earth—and what better way than by helping with the church’s annual bake sale? With loving husband Dean by her side, Elara sets out to create the perfect assortment of sweet treats. But when a friendly little competition with some fiercely traditional church ladies turns into a battle for baking supremacy, Elara’s competitive streak takes

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00:33:24

Hollywood Hunters! - The Magical Mystery Box!

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/07/14

Shortwave KitschSeason 12, Episode 4Hollywood Hunters! - The Magical Mystery Box!Written by Brandon L. JoynerWhen a mysterious music box arrives at the office of Odd/Ball Talent, screenwriter Elias Grimm brings a cursed artifact that's been terrorizing the set of High Flying Pictures. The box, rumored to have belonged to a countess who lost her children in a fire, doesn't just play music—it feeds on fear and targets its victims with supernatural precision. Actress Clara Darling becomes its latest

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00:32:08

Call the Lady Physician - “The Treasure Principle”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/06/30

Shortwave KitschSeason 12, Episode 3Call the Lady Physician - “The Treasure Principle”Written by Brandon L. JoynerIn this thrilling episode of Call the Lady Physician, Dr. Elise Banks and pilot Cliff Ryder embark on an epic quest to uncover the mystery of a hidden island known as "The Devil's Maw." Guided by cryptic journal hints, the duo crash-lands on the uncharted island where they uncover ancient ruins and long-lost secrets buried deep in the jungle. Along the way, they encounter a

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00:37:18

To Whom It May Concern... - “Tick, Tick, Tomb!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/06/16

Shortwave KitschSeason 12, Episode 2To Whom It May Concern - “Tick, Tick, Tomb!”Written by Brandon L. JoynerStep into the world of Adriana Agony, the sharp-witted dispenser of advice and solver of mysteries, in her latest adventure, "Tick, Tick, Tomb!" A widow plagued by the eerie reappearance of her late husband's pocket watch seeks Adriana's help when time itself seems to haunt her. With the ever-skeptical Inspector Cunningham at her side, Adriana travels to the ominous Greaves

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00:37:09

A Hog Killin’ Time - “T.N.T. For Two!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/06/02

Shortwave KitschSeason 12, Episode 1A Hog Killin’ Time - “T.N.T. For Two!”Written by Brandon L. JoynerWhen the sleepy town of Giddy-Up Gulch is shaken by a catastrophic mine collapse, Prudence Beaumont and Lucky Allman saddle up for a daring rescue. But as they descend into the dark, they uncover more than trapped miners—there’s sabotage afoot, and danger lurks at every turn. Above ground, betrayal brews as a seemingly righteous preacher reveals a sinister side, threatening to bury our heroes for

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00:34:22

Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Arson-ICK and Old Case!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/05/19

Season 11, Episode 6Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Arson-ICK and Old Case!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner When the city’s most disgraced detective, Jack Finger, teams up with the sharp-tongued Detective Lorene Monroe, sparks fly—and not just in their banter. A textile factory is reduced to ashes, and what starts as a routine arson investigation quickly spirals into a web of corporate greed, fraud, and betrayal. With connections to a shadowy shell company and a fiery trail leading straight to the top

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00:33:46

Life With Elara - “Woof You Still Love Me Tomorrow?”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/05/05

Season 11, Episode 5Life With Elara - “Woof You Still Love Me Tomorrow?”Written by Brandon L. Joyner When Elara Newton—an extraterrestrial trying her best to master earthly life—decides to volunteer at a local animal shelter, she sets out with good intentions and just a hint of cosmic curiosity. Joined by her ever-enthusiastic neighbor Mabel, what begins as a simple day of feeding and cleaning quickly spirals into something far more… unconventional. Back at home, Elara’s husband Dean just wants a

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00:33:45

Hollywood Hunters - “Good Will Haunting!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/04/21

Season 11, Episode 4Hollywood Hunters - “Good Will Haunting!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner SYNOPSIS:When talent agents Patty Odd and Jesse Ball of Odd/Ball Talent are handed a mysterious script bequeathed by the late Hemlock Blackwood, they find themselves in over their heads. Tasked with retrieving the cursed screenplay from the haunted Blackwood Mansion, they uncover secrets, face spectral threats, and even strike an unusual deal with a ghostly actor desperate for his big break. As the duo

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00:34:57

Call the Lady Physician - “Ennie Meenie Spole-Toe!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/04/07

Season 11, Episode 3Call the Lady Physician - “Ennie Meenie Spole-Toe!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Adventure takes flight when daring pilot Cliff Ryder and brilliant physician Elise Banks crash-land in the heart of Italy—right in the middle of a mysterious festival celebrating a newly unearthed ancient relic. What begins as a simple detour quickly spirals into a tangled web of cryptic warnings, secret societies, and hidden passageways beneath an ancient city. As Elise follows clues tied to a

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00:38:59

To Whom It May Concern… - “A Stitch in Time Saves None!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/03/24

Season 11, Episode 2To Whom It May Concern… - “A Stitch in Time Saves None!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner When Adriana Agony is called away, the ever-bold Alessandra Agony steps into her sister's role as the town’s trusted agony aunt. But what begins as a simple letter answering society’s woes quickly unravels into a tangled web of deception, theft, and mistrust among the elite. Alessandra finds herself navigating a world of stolen trinkets, suspicious sewing circles, and biting British wit, all

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00:33:27

A Hog Killin' Time - “Yee-Haw & Order!”

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/03/10

Season 11, Episode 1A Hog Killin' Time - “Yee-Haw & Order!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Get ready for a rip-roaring, rootin’-tootin’ adventure in A Hog Killin’ Time’s “Yee-Haw & Order!” When Clara Boone arrives at Giddy-Up Gulch with a satchel of vital town permits, trouble isn’t far behind. A shadowy figure in a duster, scheming lawmen, & a mysterious Marshal (harboring greed in his heart) all converge on the small frontier town. It’s up to saloon owner Pru Beaumont, card shark Lucky

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00:33:29

SWK REWINDS S1, E6: Hollywood Hunters - “Whether...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/02/17

Shortwave KitschSWK REWINDS S1, E6Hollywood Hunters - “Whether Mister or Mischief”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Meet Patty Odd and Jesse Ball, the unconventional talent scouts of Odd/Ball Talent. When a mischievous goblin named Mallory wreaks havoc on their audition plans, the Hollywood Hunters are thrust into a tale of mystery and mayhem. As they delve into the shadows of showbiz, will they unveil the secrets behind Mallory's antics or become the hunted in their own Hollywood horror

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00:31:21

SWK REWINDS S1, E5: Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity -...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/02/10

Shortwave KitschSWK REWINDS S1, E5Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “That's a Spicy Hom-a-cidea”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity presents a world of crime, humor, and unlikely partnerships, where the line between ally and adversary is as thin as a detective's patience. Jack Finger, a no-nonsense ex-FBI agent now pounding the pavement, pairs up with rookie Lily Schmidt for a gritty City crime case. As they delve into the underbelly of the streets, they uncover

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00:31:54

SWK REWINDS S1, E4: To Whom It May Concern… -...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/02/03

Shortwave KitschSWK REWINDS S1, E4To Whom It May Concern… - “Father's Little Dividend”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Adriana Agony, the unconventional advice columnist, delves into a world of wealth, family expectations, and secrets when tasked with finding the missing heiress, Claudia Payne. Can she bridge the gap between father and daughter and expose the hidden toll of societal pressures on their lives?Cast:Maddie Casto - Adriana Agony Michael Catangay - Butler / Jonathan HardmeatFred

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00:31:06

SWK REWINDS S1, E3: A Hog Killin’ Time - “Getting the...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/01/27

Shortwave KitschSWK REWINDS S1, E3A Hog Killin’ Time - “Getting the Banditos Back Together”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: The misfit crew, led by Lucky Allman and the indomitable Pru Beaumont, think they've hung up their spurs for good. But trouble's brewin' hotter than a blacksmith's forge! When the town bank faces a blistering robbery, alliances are tested, secrets unfurl, and a mysterious "Ranger" with a perilous past sends shockwaves through the dusty streets, bullets speak louder than

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00:36:15

SWK REWINDS S1, E2: Extra Intelligence - “Pretty Fly...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/01/20

Shortwave KitschSWK REWINDS S1, E2Extra Intelligence - “Pretty Fly for a Spy Guy”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: In the midst of a world dominated by the ominous red tide of the Third Reich, Castor Lovis emerges as an unexpected force within Nazi intelligence. Castor is from a distant realm, unbeknownst to his superiors, and his allegiance lies with a secret American agenda to dismantle the oppressive regime. His undercover mission unfolds against the backdrop of a noir-inspired landscape

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00:36:37

SWK REWINDS S1, E1: Call the Lady Physician - “A Bad...

Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show ·

2026/01/13

Shortwave KitschSWK REWINDS S1, E1Call the Lady Physician - “A Bad Case of the Hispan-Ick!”Written by Brandon L. Joyner Synopsis: Cliff Ryder and Elise Banks find themselves in a Mexican town amidst a mysterious illness plaguing it. Secrets, bad guys and even kidnappings set the stage for this wild & crazy adventure! With Elise's healing hands and Cliff's... unique approach to problem-solving, they attempt to find a remedy and to bring justice to La Gran Tierra Falsa. Will the challenges

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