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 store run by an eccentric shopkeeper, Terry Carnation (Rainn Wilson). 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
September 10, 2025 • 43 secs
Radio Rental is closing its doors for now... but we'll be back soon...
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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 celestial readi...
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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 Advisor, Rick...
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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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July 11, 2025 • 25 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...
>> Underneath the Dock << Creepy crawlies all over your body.
>> Bottom of the Lake << Time to face what's under foot.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Malachai encounters a witch who puts a spell on him, and now he temporarily has a voice (Tig Notaro's) but...
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July 4, 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...
>> Liminal Store << A quick run to the pharmacy? More like a quick run the The Backrooms.
>> Walk Around the World << While walking a familiar path, this duo sees strange lights in the trees... but that's just the beginning.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Terry Carnation's massage therapist, Chirpy Fitzhammer (Tony Cavalero), fi...
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June 27, 2025 • 36 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...
>> Steak 'n Shaking << A touring band gets rocked.
>> The Aeronaut << You know when you're in a potentially life-threatening situation, but all you can talk about is propeller speed?
Meanwhile, at the store...
Terry Carnation's masseuse - sorry, Massage Therapist - Chirpy Fitzhammer ...
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June 20, 2025 • 31 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...
>> Figure in the Window << It's a classic "Entity Next Door" story.
>> Growl << Man, animal... or other?
Meanwhile, at the store...
Terry Carnation's old work "friend" Ed stops by to manage the store for Terry. Unfortunately for Ed, he wasn't really br...
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June 13, 2025 • 41 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...
>> No Body's Nokia << He was silenced... but his phone wasn't.
>> Laughing into the Phone << This couple chats on the phone all night. Wait. Didn't we say "couple"? So, then who...?
Meanwhile, at the store...
Terry Carnation receives a mysterious "ran...
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June 6, 2025 • 49 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...
>> Fair Weather Stalker << It started with a few weird phone calls... and then it REALLY escalated.
>> Edge of My Bed << This one will make you think twice when your foot bumps something in the middle of the night.
Meanwhile, at the store...
Terry Carn...
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May 23, 2025 • 57 secs
It's scary story time. Radio Rental re-opens June 6th.
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December 6, 2024 • 29 mins
On today's tapes...
>> Watching Me Sleep << Check your utility closets, folks.
>> Road Rage << You never know who's on a rampage...
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November 29, 2024 • 38 mins
On today's tapes...
>> Do You Think She'll Do? << A night at the theater includes a couple of bad actors...
>> The Disappearing House << Don't go in the closet.
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November 22, 2024 • 40 mins
On today's tapes...
>> Business Trip << A confident businessman learns why you should heed the warnings.
>> Grindr Guy << Hard to trust anyone you meet online when they do this to you.
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November 15, 2024 • 48 mins
On today's tapes...
>> The Mug << "Well, a boy's best friend is his mother."
>> Searching for an Apartment << All the flags were red, but not everyone was paying attention...
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