Radio Rental
Discover real-life horror stories, from bizarre crimes to paranormal activity. These true stories are set inside the fictional world of Radio Rental, an 80's video rental shop. This imaginative, cult classic-inspired horror brand blurs the lines of reality, with cutting-edge documentary storytelling and a splash of comedy. From the mind of Payne Lindsey— this is Radio Rental.
Episodes
December 5, 2025 • 38 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Pokémon GO << A couple of Pokémon hunters sense a predatory threat themselves.
>> Umbrella Man << It's like being chased by Mary Poppins... but much worse.
Meanwhile, at the store:
Ricky Lee and Vince prepare to close up the shop for the winter.
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November 28, 2025 • 30 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Last Resort << When they went on holiday, they wanted to get away from it all... but they didn't mean it this way.
>> Double Shift << Honey, I'm home...?
Meanwhile, at the store:
Vince has a hard time with accents.
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November 21, 2025 • 29 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> 666 << A trip into a tunnel by the railroad tracks quickly goes off the rails...
>> He's In There << A few bored college kids go explore a tunnel near their college campus... but they didn't realize HE was in there.
Meanwhile, at the store:
Ricky Lee hires a new helper, Vince... who seems really well adjusted and normal...
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November 19, 2025 • 18 mins
Bonus Tape
>> One Night in Essex << A young stand-up comedian walks into a bar... but the punchline turns into the scariest night of his life.
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November 14, 2025 • 26 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Goodwill Haunting << Goodwill is a great place to pick up vintage jackets... and threatening entities.
>> Not Alone << While on a road trip, this woman experienced a scene straight out of a horror movie.
Meanwhile, at the store:
Ricky Lee ne...
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November 7, 2025 • 37 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Steve << Talk about a bad roommate... Was he f*cking with them? Or was something darker afoot?
>> Bobby Corey << This man really redefines what it means to be a hometown legend.
Meanwhile, at the store:
Jared the Repairman stops by to fix a ...
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October 31, 2025 • 34 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Devil Mask << Trick-or-Treat, Smell my Feet, Come and Worship up the Street.
>> Dress << This man is convinced that a dress owned by his girlfriend is the source of their problems.
Meanwhile, at the store:
Happy Halloween! Ricky Lee and Mala...
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October 24, 2025 • 29 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Virginia City << Think about this story next time your hotel neighbors are being too loud.
>> Roar << It's hard to prove a sighting... but this story comes with real audio footage.
Meanwhile, at the store:
Ricky Lee has a special delivery for Capricor...
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October 17, 2025 • 29 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>>Triangular Craft << This woman blacks out after her otherworldly encounter. But then she meets someone who validates her experience.
>> Airball << They always tell kids to never get in a car with a stranger... This little girl narrowly avoids a pos...
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October 10, 2025 • 35 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Late Night at the Lab << She's a scientist. She deals with hard facts. But how else do you explain this...
>> Fixer Upper << These kids thought they finally had a party house to themselves. Except there might be something else there.
Meanwhile,...
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October 3, 2025 • 40 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes:
>> Headlights << Next time lights hit your rearview mirror on an empty road... consider it a message.
>> They're Making Me Throw Up << Who are they? What were they doing with him? ...And are the cops in on it, too?
Meanwhile, at the store:
Terr...
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September 26, 2025 • 1 min
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September 5, 2025 • 27 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> Personal Effects << Not your average smash and grab. This one feels a little more... personal.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Terry's Astrological Advisor, Ricky Lee Bagley (Jeff Foxworthy) steps in to man the store, as well as offer a few celesti...
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August 29, 2025 • 41 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> Bigfoot << Not your usual Bigfoot sighting... this one is a bit more aggressive.
>> Backing Away << This hunter isn't easily spooked, but he hasn't been back since...
Meanwhile, at the store...
Thank your lucky stars. Terry's Astrological Adv...
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August 22, 2025 • 30 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> Groundhog Day << Unfortunately, this one doesn't star Bill Murray. We hope.
>> The Ticket << Like father, like son.
Meanwhile, at the store...
All-around fixer-upper repairman Jared (Josh Radnor) is suckered into watching the store after rece...
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August 15, 2025 • 28 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> The Family Curse << This one gives a whole new meaning to "generational trauma."
>> Family in the Street << Just a little family field trip to the graveyard? Or...?
Meanwhile, at the store...
Local librarian -- and #1 obsessed Terry...
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August 8, 2025 • 41 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> In the Basement << She should have known something was off when she heard the one house rule: you can't install locks.
>> Lens Cap << No lens caps left behind. Except in this case.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Local librarian -- and obsessive T...
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August 1, 2025 • 43 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> Missing Time << Drugs? Aliens? Sinister intentions? That's the last time this couple tries to make new friends.
>> Gas Station Glitch << Gas up and get out... or you just might be doomed to repeat this pit stop for all eternity.
Meanwhile, at ...
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July 25, 2025 • 40 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes containing TRUE scary stories, narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> Flight of the Valkyries << During a quaint, peaceful vacation, this family finds themselves surrounded.
>> RJ << She never liked her Aunt's boyfriend. Now she knows why.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Unsuspecting customer Jeremy (Chris...
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July 18, 2025 • 34 mins
Welcome to Radio Rental, a mysterious video rental shop with a collection of VHS tapes with TRUE scary stories narrated by the people who experienced them...
On today's tapes...
>> The Jar << A few friends gather at a campsite... with a weird owner... near an abandoned theme park. Should be fine.
>> Warts << Sometimes you need something stronger than ointment. Just hope it doesn't linger.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Malachai (Tig Notaro) presents some disgusting tales of 'Body Horror' while enjoying his final hours with a human voice.
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