Radio Rental

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

July 4, 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... >> 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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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 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... >> 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 45 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 53 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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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December 6, 2024 32 mins
On today's tapes... >> Watching Me Sleep << Check your utility closets, folks. >> Road Rage << You never know who's on a rampage... Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privac...
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November 29, 2024 41 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. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about you...
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November 22, 2024 43 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. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lea...
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November 15, 2024 51 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... Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi...
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November 8, 2024 45 mins
On today's tapes... >> The Intrusion << Alexa, call the police. >> High School Stalker << Sometimes a "blast from the past" is the last thing you want to see. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...
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November 1, 2024 49 mins
On today's tapes... >> Elk River << The last camping trip of the season turns into a hellish fever dream of a night. >> Black Rooster and Skull << Two grim omens prove to be life-changing for this storyteller's family. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn mor...
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October 25, 2024 49 mins
On today's tapes... >> The Shriek << A casual trail run leaves our storyteller wondering what he just witnessed... and heard. >> Smoking Ghost << Looks like this family picked up an extra passenger. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more ab...
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October 18, 2024 37 mins
On today's tapes... >> Closing the Coffee Shop << Coffee shop employees are visited by an after-hours customer… >> Ghost Truck << Two friends go star-gazing and end up witnessing something even more astounding. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about ...
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October 11, 2024 39 mins
On today's tapes... >> The Shed << One person goes into the shed… an entirely different person comes out. >> Someone at the Window << Who's knocking at this hour? Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: h...
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October 4, 2024 42 mins
On today's tapes... >> The Inlet << New to the area, our storyteller goes wake boarding with some unexpected company. >> The Flight << What should've been a routine flight, turns into a fever dream. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more about listener dat...
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September 27, 2024 1 min
We're a week away from Radio Rental's grand re-opening... all new horror stories told by REAL people. Will you be able to handle it? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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September 26, 2024 1 min
Radio Rental will re-open its doors on October 4th, with all new & true horror stories. Stay tuned for more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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June 7, 2024 37 mins
On today's tapes... >> Hadden Clark << It's always best to just leave people's stuff alone. You never know how they might react. >> The Ride Home << As a last resort, a lost traveler follows a mysterious stranger… Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at radiorentalusa.com To learn more abo...
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May 31, 2024 38 mins
On today's tapes... >> Craigslist Chiropractor << Our storyteller finds the perfect job opportunity. The person they'd be replacing might've not thought the same. >> Chop << The only time you wouldn't expect your loyal dog to protect you, is when the dog has already passed away. Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorent...
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